User manual - Tripmeters for rallies.
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1. User s Guide Technical and exploitation data e Power supply 7 30V e Dimensions Hight57xWidth110xDepth32 mm e Current max 200 mA SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy pl SPARKELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide Warranty Warranty covers the period of 12 months from the date of sale of the device The warranty remains valid only when the product is used according to its purpose The warranty remains valid only with the proof of sale Name and typa a acaneatteancs ans iiauatens ucramenananai nantes Data of sale vsicicpanattarnsccanerhindteanateduncneetesnande Device NUMber ccrdcccceccucetsevingeiveccsxdicacructiadys SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysi clecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy pl2. 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy p SPARKELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide The tripmeter can store up to 10 different CAL values representing different tyre sizes which can be quickly selected during the rally CAL values are recorded as numbers from 0 to 9 CAL Value measurement While the tripmeter is in the starting position press simultaneously OK and F1 The display show 0 Measurement starts automatically When ready to start the proper measurement press F1 to start a new count To stop the measurement press OK and calculate the CAL value To enter the CAL Value press OK Using F1 enter the digit from 0 to 9 and confirm with OK The tripmeter blinks to indicate a successful entry and exits to the Start screen Auto calibration using inbuilt GPS module Only for Rally computer 3 GPS Press simultaneously OK and F1 Press and hold F1 for 3 seconds to activate the auto calibration TRIP light starts blinking NOTE If there is an insufficient amount of satellites the display will show minuses Also if the satellite amount is right at least 7 but the speed is smaller than 20km h the display will show a blinking symbol 0 With both conditions met the display does not blink and Cal value is calculated After travelling the distance of 1000 meters as measured by the GPS without having to refer to the measured road section the pulses co
3. modes From the start position press F1 The display shows the mode name Press F1 to select between DIST and STAGE To confirm selected mode press OK TIMER activation Once the mode is selected the user is prompted for the TIMER time Use F1 to select the first digit and confirm with OK Repeat until all digits are entered and press and hold OK To delete a value press CLR If TIMER is not needed press OK Press and hold CLR to exit to the start screen NOTE The maximum time that can be entered is 9h59m59 sec which corresponds to 95959 ELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy pl ELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide Ready to start The display is blinking The device is ready to start Press F1 to start measurements Function description DISTANCE mode F1 TRIP deleting TRIP route After the start F1 acts as delete key When the displays shows other function the first F1 pressing shows the TRIP value e g TRIP 12m Press F1 again to cancel the value to 0 FUNCTION displays TRACK course When using GPS it shows the route course The display shows the degree symbol on the left and the current value on the right which is the deviation angle from the North VOLT voltage in the vehicle U symbol indicates voltage On the
4. IMER Current speed measured with 1 km h accuracy Vehicle s voltage indication Adjustable display brightness and backlit keys Internal memory sustains a 10 second backup power in case of main power cut Memory with up to 10 wheel calibration settings corresponding to different tyre sizes Connection to an external switch Device can operate as repeating device The second tripmeter shows the exact same values Easy option to switch between modes ODO and TIMER continue running in the background 1 2 The front panel ler atin kart posil it SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy p SPARKELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide ee Flashing light searching for signal TRIP Snork indicalor Constant light signal found o0 Total trip indicator Connected to the repeating device TIMER Runs in background display off 4 lights off DIST mode A POPRA Mone 4 lights flash briefly STAGE mode 2 INSTALLATION The main harness consist of eight cables with a cross section of 0 34 mm2 each NOTE The diagram below applies to all triometers purchased after July 2012 Connection diagram s i ground The tripmeter should be installed in a visible place allowing easy and quick access to the front panel The tripmeter has been supplied with mounting brackets for easier attachment Do not remove the brackets c
5. SPARKELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide Rally computer 3 Rally computer 3 GPS User manual Installation and configuration instructions with links to video instructions online at www rallycomputer com Content marked applies only to 3 GPS version SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy pl SPARKELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide 1 DESCRIPTION Rally Computer 3 is a professional tripmeter for use in flat off road and navigation rallies Its flexibility of use enables easy selection and adjustment of the measured parameters for the specifics of the rally Water tight aluminium casin provides exceptional protection against external factors Top class electronics ensures its reliability and high precision measurements The results are presented on super bright red LED displays The tripmeter is operated by a 3 button keypad where each key has been assigned a top measuring function 1 1 Features Precise distance measurement using two independent counters TRIP and ODO with a 10m accuracy Backward counting when the vehicle moves backwards The switch is done automatically after changing to reverse gear Note The grey cable needs to be connected to the sensor or the reverse light bulb Precise time measurement using two independent counters One works as STOPWATCH and the second works as T
6. e 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy pl SPARKELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide 2 Units in which the measurement results are presented Units the display shows UNIT Select between km or miles meter metric system imp imperial or British system 3 Pulses The display shows IMPS select between pulses and GPS or only with GPS a l off work using only GPS system measurement starts when speed is greater than 5 km h b l on work using route pulses received from the vehicle and the GPS module this measurement ensures best accuracy Calibration value The Cal value is the number of pulses generated by the vehicle over a distance of 1000m The measurement can be performed on any distance as long as the value entered is for the distance of 1000 m e While measuring at the distance of 1000 m the measured value can be directly recorded in the tripmeter memory e When the sample distance is different than 1000m the value should be accordingly adjusted 1000m tested distance A number of pulses x A number of pulses per 1000m e When measuring the number of pulses per one turn of the wheel we have to use the following formula 1000m wheel circumference in meters A number of pulses per one wheel spin x A number of pulses per 1000m SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia
7. e TRIP route Each light indicates its basic function From the Start Screen press F1 until STAGE measure a All 4 lights flash STOPWATCHED section shows and then press briefly OK Each light indicates its basic function when you need to Switching ON OFF After switching the power on the tripmeter will display the start screen only when if it was earlier switched off while not making measurements or when it is switched on for the first time will continue previous measurments only if it was earlier switched off while making measurements Turning off the tripmeter is available only from the start screen position Press and hold the F1 key for 12 sec While being turned off after around 7 sec the display will briefly show the serial number and the program version ipmeter from the start screen while the ignition is switched off the ellow wire together with the red can be connected do DC supply SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy pl SPARKELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide 3 CONFIGURATION For best results it is recommended to configure the device before first use The configuration menu gives you the option to choose between the Master or Slave type km or miles and also to calibrate the wheels To enter the configuration menu a reset the tripmeter from the keypad or To rese
8. ide of the display the user can see the current value TIMER time remaining to the next Time Control if entered before the start If not it will show the time elapsed from the start LIGHT display brightness Use F1 to change the brightness of the display and the keys The brightness can be totally set to OFF The RUN light will be on ELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy p SPARKELECTRONICS SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Rally computer 3 User s Guide ripmeter s brightness is OFF press any key to restore to medium intensity ODO Total distance ODO light is ON SPEED Speed S symbol indicates speed On the right current speed is displayed Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy l SPARKELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide End of measurements STAGE mode DISTANCE mode How to continue measurements when being in DIST or STAGE mode A Using F1 select the mode for next drive The user can select STAGE or DISTANCE mode as in the chapter Selection of operational modes B Press and hold CLR exit to start screen SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy pl SPARKELECTRONICS Rally computer 3
9. ompletely as this can unseal the tripmeter housing When connecting the power supply make sure that the voltage source is reliable and stable with the voltage within the range between 8 to 30 V NOTE Switching off the tripmeter does not disconnect it completely from the power supply The tripmeter still consumes electricity reduced to a minimum When the tripmeter is not used for a long time it is recommended to disconnect it from the car installation This will prevent the battery from discharging It is best to install an external switch that fully disconnects the tripmeter from its power supply Do not install the tripmeter in places where it may be damaged or work incorrectly e g on airbaigs or air outlets SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy p SPARKELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide How to Start Rally Computer 3 operates in two modes DIST and STAGE which can be selected from the start screen using the F1 key More on mode switching in the chapter MEASUREMENTS 1 DIST mode short interval TRIPs quick deletions while still having access to other functions 2 STAGE mode to measure the total distance while still having access to other functions Mode light Purpose Operations From the Start Screen press F1 followed by OK the screen will show DIST When you need to measure or quickly delete th
10. right hand side of the display the user can see the current value ELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy pl ELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide TIMER time remaining to the next Time Control if entered before the start If not it will show the time elapsed from the start LIGHT display brightness Use F1 to change the brightness of the display and the keys The brightness can be totally set to OFF The RUN light will ripmeter s brightness is OFF press any key to restore to medium intensity ODO Total distance ODO light is ON SPEED Speed S symbol indicates speed On the right the current speed is displayed ELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy pl ELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide STAGE mode F1 STOP start stop STOPWATCH Time count after the start F1 acts as start stop for time measurements When the displays show other parameters the first F1 pressing shows elapsed time TRACK course When using GPS it shows the route course The display shows the degree symbol on the left and the current value on the right which is the deviation angle from the North VOLT voltage in the vehicle U symbol indicates voltage On the right hand s
11. t put the tripmeter in the start screen position press and hold CLR and then press the keys below in the following order gt CLR press and hold a F1 press and hold while holding CLR OK press and hold while holding CLR and F1 The tripmeter is reset e after switching on the power supply when the tripmeter was in the start screen position In both cases we will see After the reset the display will show the 88888 and then the current CAL value At this point press F1 three times followed by OK CONF wil show on the display To select a function press F1 and confirm with OK To change the value press F1 and we confirm by pressing OK The change will be confirmed by a quick display blink To exit press CLR SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy p ELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide Available functions 1 Master Slave setting Type when TYPE is displayed press F1 to select between a Master this mode will always take control over the other device It will send data to the repeating device b Slave in this mode the device will work as slave to the other device c Auto will take control by default with the default if equipped with GPS If not it will awaits the signal from the overriding device ELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Offic
12. unt stops Press and hold OK to select and enter the CAL value SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy p SPARKELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide How to insert the CAL value From the start position press OK and CLR The display shows Use F1 to select the first digit then press OK Repeat the process until all digits are entered and confirm with OK The value will blink and then the underscore will appear Now enter a number 0 to 9 that will be assigned to the CAL value Using F1 select the digit from 0 to 9 and confirm with OK The isplay will blink confirming that the value was entered and the tripmeter will resume the starting position How to select the CAL value From the start position press and hold F1 The current mode will show briefly Still holding F1 keep pressing CLR to review the programmed CAL values The display shows first the CAL value and few second later the assigned number To confirm that selection release F1 In case of selecting a CAL value equal to 0 or in case of not making any choice the tripmeter will display an error code 21747 SPARKELECTRONICS Robert Skierski Office 01 424 Warszawa Al Prymasa Tysiaclecia 78a tel fax 022 836 24 51 www rajdowe haldy pl ELECTRONICS Rally computer 3 User s Guide Measurements How to select operational
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