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- Page 1 SwingTracker 1 — Last update: Jul 09, 2020 Diamond Kinetics Copyright © 2020 Diamond Kinetics...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1. Getting Started ............................3 1.1. Safety Information ........................... 4 1.2. Package Contents ........................... 5 1.3. Download the Mobile App........................ 6 1.4. Create an Account .......................... 7 2. Before You Swing ........................... 8 2.1. Turning your Sensor ON/OFF......................9 2.2. - Page 3 12.2.3.3. Edit Group ........................72 12.2.3.4. Delete Group ......................73 12.2.3.5. Removing a Player ..................... 74 13. USA Baseball Drills (SwingTracker Baseball) ................... 80 14. Disconnected Swings ......................... 81 14.1. Creating a Session ........................82 14.2. Assign to a Group Member ......................83 15.
- Page 4 15.3.3. Distance in the Zone ......................96 15.4. Quickness ........................... 97 15.4.1. Trigger to Impact Time ......................98 16. Setting a Load Position ........................99 17. Support ............................. 100 17.1. Customer Support ........................101 17.2. Return Policy..........................102 17.3. Manufacturer’s Warranty ......................103 18.
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Page 5: Getting Started
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 1. Getting Started WELCOME TO SWINGTRACKER! Select a section from the Table of Contents to find what you’re looking for! Page 3 of 107... -
Page 6: Safety Information
SwingTracker sensor yourself. Disassembling your sensor will void the manufacturer’s warranty. • The SwingTracker sensor contains small parts and is a choking hazard. It is not appropriate for children under the age of three. • Your SwingTracker sensor is splash proof. However, do not use your sensor in rain or submerge under water. -
Page 7: Package Contents
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 1.2. Package Contents What Comes in the Box: • Sensor • Pod • Sensor Strap • Wireless Charging Pad • USB Connection Cable • Storage Pouch Page 5 of 107... -
Page 8: Download The Mobile App
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 1.3. Download the Mobile App Download the SwingTracker app from the App Store on your iOS device. SwingTracker Baseball SwingTracker Softball To see a list of our compatible Apple devices, click here. Page 6 of 107... -
Page 9: Create An Account
DK Tips: - All accounts need unique email addresses. - A Diamond Kinetics account can be used in any app. If you have an existing PitchTracker account don’t create a new one. - Youth Accounts will require a nickname to log in and a parent’s email address. -
Page 10: Before You Swing
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 2. Before You Swing Before taking swings, learn how to turn your sensor on & off, pair it to your device and make sure it’s charged! Page 8 of 107... -
Page 11: Turning Your Sensor On/Off
1. With your sensor paired to the device, navigate to the Pair Sensor Page from the main menu of the app. 2. Select the ‘i’ to the far right of your SwingTracker 3. This next page is your Sensor Information, you’ll see an option that says Turn Sensor Off The sensor will turn off automatically if the sensor does not move for 15 minutes. -
Page 12: Removing Your Sensor From The Pod
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 2.2. Removing Your Sensor from the Pod To remove sensor from pod, push down and turn the sensor counter-clockwise 1/8 turn to unlock. The plastics of brand new sensors can sometimes be stiff! Some DK tips on helping that are: 1. -
Page 13: Pairing Your Sensor
SwingTracker - 1 2.3. Pairing Your Sensor Let’s get your SwingTracker paired and you ready to swing! If you purchased SwingTracker on or after December 1st, 2019, please click here. If you purchased SwingTracker before December 1st, 2019, please click here. -
Page 14: Pairing Your Sensor Through The App
Click on your SwingTracker to pair to it. When the sensor is paired, you’ll see a green line underneath your SwingTracker with a green ‘i’ to the right of it. To disconnect from your SwingTracker, simply click the SwingTracker option again. The green line and ‘i’... - Page 15 The blue line means that the SwingTracker is currently connected through Apple Settings. Exit the app and go to your Bluetooth Settings on your device. Disconnect from the SwingTracker here. Then go back into the app to pair through this process! “Why does it say “unassigned””...
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Page 16: Pairing Your Sensor Through Apple Settings
• Confirm that the sensor is charged (red light means it is low on charge) • Check that it is not connected to another nearby iOS device • Confirm SwingTracker is close to the iOS device and try again Page 14 of 107... -
Page 17: Firmware Version (Sensor)
SwingTracker - 1 2.4. Firmware Version (Sensor) Your SwingTracker sensor runs it’s own Firmware Version. The Firmware Version will need updated periodically to make sure that you are getting the most accurate data for you swing! Click below to learn... -
Page 18: Checking Your Firmware Version
2. Navigate to the Pair Sensor Page from the main menu of the app. 3. Select the ‘i’ to the far right of your SwingTracker 4. This next page is your Sensor Information, you’ll see an option that says FIRMWARE VERSION 5. -
Page 19: Updating Your Firmware Version
2. Navigate to the Pair Sensor Page from the main menu of the app. 3. Select the ‘i’ to the far right of your SwingTracker 4. This next page is your Sensor Information, select the FIRMWARE VERSION option 5. -
Page 20: Charging
Plug the charging station into a powered USB port. The charging pad should have the ‘DK’ logo face up. Place the SwingTracker in the center of the charging station. The sensor light will change from a blinking red to a solid green light when fully charged. -
Page 21: Checking Battery Level
2. Navigate to the Pair Sensor Page from the main menu of the app. 3. Select the ‘i’ to the far right of your SwingTracker 4. This next page is your Sensor Information, you’ll see an option that says Battery Level The sensor will go into sleep mode and the light will stop blinking if you stop using it for five minutes. -
Page 22: Naming Your Sensor
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 2.6. Naming your Sensor You have the ability to change the name of your SwingTracker Sensor. This will change the name it appears under when it is being paired. To change the name of your sensor: 1. -
Page 23: Attaching To The Bat
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 2.7. Attaching to the Bat With your SwingTracker, you should receive a green rubber strap. You can use this to attach the sensor and pod to your bat. To attach the sensor to the bat: 1. -
Page 24: Turn Audio On
SwingTracker - 1 2.8. Turn Audio On Let’s get your audio turned on! 1. Open up the SwingTracker app 2. Select the three stacked lines in the upper left corner 3. Select Settings 4. Make sure the switch is showing green next to Announce Metrics Don’t forget to un-mute your Apple Device and turn up the volume! -
Page 25: Sensor Care
If your sensor gets wet, dry it thoroughly before using or charging. Do not attempt to dry it with an external heat source, such as a microwave, oven or hair dryer. SwingTracker sensors that are damaged as a result of exposure to liquids are not serviceable and are not covered by the Manufacturer’s... - Page 26 Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 Multi Sensor Management (COACH USE ONLY) BLE provides coaches who use multiple sensors with their team, easy ways to manage all of these sensors. If you do not use multiple sensors for a team, this section does not apply to you.
- Page 27 Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 Assigning Sensors Assigning a sensor to a player enables the app to know which player bulk transferred swings should go into. This process only has to happen once. After a sensor is assigned to a player the sensor will remember who it is assigned to and any other device you log into will keep that assignment.
- Page 28 Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 Bulk Transfers If you have many players on your team taking disconnected swings, the Bulk Transfer feature will allow you to select all of the sensors you would like to transfer swings from. All the sensors you select must be assigned to a player or else you will be unable to select the sensor.
- Page 29 Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 Bulk DFU Updates DFU (Device Firmware Update) is the process in which you update the Firmware on your sensor. With BLE you are able to set up a list of sensors you would like to update the firmware on (perform a DFU) and have it run through all of them.
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Page 30: Finishing Your Profile
Sport, Gender, Batting Stance, Throws, Competition Level, Hitting Goal, Weight, Height, Zip Code and Birthdate If you are a Youth Account (13U or below) Diamond Kinetics does not ask for height and weight information. This will not affect your metrics. -
Page 31: App Dashboard Information
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 5. App Dashboard Information The app dashboard is the home page of the app and let’s you easily navigate throughout the entire app. At the top of the dashboard, in the left hand corner, you’ll see three (3) stacked lines. -
Page 32: Swing Fingerprint
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 6. Swing Fingerprint Swing Fingerprint combines a personalized swing analysis with a visual 3D heat map of a hitter’s hot and cold zones. To use Swing Fingerprint: 1. Select the fingerprint icon from the menu at the bottom of your Dashboard 2. -
Page 33: Swing Fingerprint Walk-Through
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 6.1. Swing Fingerprint Walk-through Let’s take a look at your Swing Fingerprint! The first screen you’ll be taken to is your 3D heat map made up of cells that represent different locations in the strike-zone. At the top of the screen you’ll see your name and the date range in which your swings... - Page 34 Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 Why am I missing cells? The Swing Fingerprint is a collective view of the strike-zone and all of it’s different locations. If you don’t have enough swings in one location, your Swing Fingerprint will not show that respective cell.
- Page 35 Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 • Eye Icon: This icon allows you to quickly change the view in which you are viewing the Swing Fingerprint. You also have the ability to move around the 3D screen as you wish by dragging your finger.
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Page 36: Insights
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 6.2. Insights Now that you’ve generated your Swing Fingerprint and have learned how to customize the view, let’s take a look at what it means for your overall swing! At the top of your Swing Fingerprint screen you’ll see your name and the date range in which your swings were selected. -
Page 37: Swing Fingerprint Faq
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 6.3. Swing Fingerprint FAQ What is Swing Fingerprint? Swing Fingerprint combines a personalized swing analysis with a visual 3D heat map of a hitter’s hot and cold zones. How do I generate a Swing Fingerprint? # Select the fingerprint icon from the menu at the bottom of your Dashboard 1. - Page 38 Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 Here you’ll learn an overview of your overall swing, what is good about your swing within a given area of the strike zone, and what needs to be worked on within a given area of the strike zone! How are the Insights determined? These Insights are based off of your Swing Fingerprint.
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Page 39: Activity
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 7. Activity The Activity option is your history and is made up of Sessions, Performance and Leaderboards. Click below to learn more about each! • Sessions • Performance • Leaderboards Page 37 of 107... -
Page 40: Sessions
You may also see a small cloud with an upward facing arrow. This means there is data in that session that has not yet made it up to the Diamond Kinetics’ server. To upload this data, connect to the internet. -
Page 41: Performance
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 7.2. Performance Welcome to Performance View! Here you’ll get to see the trends for all of your different pitches The Performance page is made up by different graphs. Each graph is for a separate hitting metric. The name of the metric will be displayed at the top of the graph as well as the units that metric is measured in. -
Page 42: Edit Performance
You’ll be taken to a page that says Metric Preferences. “How do I change the Competition Level I’m comparing to?” In SwingTracker Performance View, you have the ability to compare your metrics against the top 15% of different Competition Levels. It’s a helpful way to see where you stack up in your own Competition Level or where your metrics need to be to reach the next level! On the Metric Preferences page you’ll see... -
Page 43: Leaderboards
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 7.3. Leaderboards Welcome to Leaderboards! Here you will have quick and easy access to all the leaderboards you are apart of! On this page in your Activity section, the leaderboards that you are a part of will be listed.You will see your rank next to the name of the leaderboard and the group that leaderboard is owned by. -
Page 44: Programs
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 8. Programs The Programs option provides you with different programs made up of drills to help you improve different aspects of you game! Learn How to Start a Program Page 42 of 107... -
Page 45: Start A Program
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 8.1. Start a Program Let’s start a Program! Click on the Programs option on the bottom menu of the Home Page. All of your Program options will be listed on this next page. Click on one to open it. -
Page 46: Games
SwingTracker - 1 9. Games Let the Games begin! Games provide a fun, competitive way to get your reps in with SwingTracker! The Games section of the app (located on the main menu of the Dashboard) consists of four different games:... -
Page 47: Classic Home Run Derby
Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 9.1. Classic Home Run Derby In the Classic Home Run Derby you are given 10 outs to hit as many home runs as you can. Game Notes: • There is no time limit to this game. - Page 48 Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 9.2. Timed Home Run Derby In the Timed Home Run Derby you are given 3 minutes to rack up as many home runs as you can. Game Notes: • The clock will not start until you take your first swing.
- Page 49 Diamond Kinetics SwingTracker - 1 9.3. Take 10 Swings In Take 10 Swings you have 10 swings to do as much damage as possible. Game Notes: • No Game notes. Best of luck and happy hitting! Page 47 of 107...
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