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Summary of Contents for Racelogic VBOX Micro RLVBMIC01
- Page 1 VBOX Micro VBOX Micro RLVBMIC01 Instruction Manual Page 1 of 29...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
VBOX Micro Contents Contents......................................2 Introduction ......................................3 What can you do with the VBOX Micro? ............................4 What can you customise on the VBOX Micro?..........................4 Additional features.....................................4 VBOX Micro Inputs and Outputs...............................5 Parts Supplied with RLVBMIC01/RLVBMIC01C ..........................6 Optional Accessories..................................6 Getting Started ....................................7 Logging .......................................9 Configuring the VBOX Micro ................................11 Connecting an Input Module to the VBOX Micro...........................13... -
Page 3: Introduction
VBOX Micro Introduction The VBOX Micro is a small, waterproof (IP66) GPS data-logging device, which records your speed, position, acceleration and many other parameters. This data is stored on a removable compact flash card. Software provided with the unit allows you to view and analyse all of the parameters, which have been recorded, allowing you to see how fast you were going at any time, your maximum g-force, where you went on Google Earth and many other interesting and useful parameters. -
Page 4: What Can You Do With The Vbox Micro
13 GPS channels logged + 16 external channels • LED operational status indication *Not all vehicles have a CAN bus, and each manufacturer uses a different protocol. However, we can supply CAN sets for various manufacturers, see website for details : www.racelogic.co.uk/vbox/can Page 4 of 29... -
Page 5: Vbox Micro Inputs And Outputs
VBOX Micro VBOX Micro Inputs and Outputs 6-30VDC GPS Antenna CAN Output CAN Input (Not active when VCI input is (Racelogic modules) enabled) VBOX Micro VCI CAN Input (Third party & vehicle CAN) Compact Flash Card USB Interface (For configuration only) -
Page 6: Parts Supplied With Rlvbmic01/Rlvbmic01C
VBOX Micro Parts Supplied with RLVBMIC01/RLVBMIC01C 10Hz datalogger 1 x VBMIC01 GPS antenna 1 x RLVBACS001 512Mb Compact Flash card 1 x RLVBACS048 2-way Fischer to cigar lighter plug – 1m (power cable) 1 x RLCAB060 Optional Accessories Note: The VBOXMicro uses Fischer waterproof connectors, so care must be taken when choosing cables for connecting to other equipment. -
Page 7: Getting Started
VBOX Micro Getting Started The VBMicro can be used to log data once the following simple steps have been followed. Insert a suitable CF card and close the door, Connect the GPS antenna mounted in a suitable position Connect a power supply to the VBMicro Wait for the SATS LED to show a solid green light Page 7 of 29... - Page 8 1) Vehicle power outlet socket (via a supplied cigar lighter power cable RLCAB060) 2) Battery power, (Racelogic 2Ah Battery pack) You must connect the GPS antenna before connecting power to the VBOX Micro. This is necessary because on power-up the VBOX Micro will look for a connected GPS antenna and automatically adjust its gain for optimum performance.
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Page 9: Logging
VBOX Micro Logging Logging control Logging of data to the CF card can be controlled in two ways: • Opening the CF card door; this triggers a mirco switch that stops the logging and closes the file. Closing the door will restart the logging to a new file. ■... - Page 10 VBOX Micro Logged Channels The following channels are non-selectable (always logged): • • Satellite count. Vertical velocity (0000.00km/h). • • UTC time (ms since midnight). Longitudinal Acceleration (0000.00G, smoothed over 4 samples). • • Latitude (0000.00000 minutes decimal minutes). Lateral Acceleration (0000.00G, smoothed over 4 samples). •...
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Page 11: Configuring The Vbox Micro
VBOX Micro Configuring the VBOX Micro Configuration of any of the VBOX Micro settings is performed using the VBOX Micro Setup software supplied with the unit. You will need to power the VBOX Micro and make a connection from its USB socket to a USB socket on your computer. When you connect to the VBOX Micro via USB for the first time you will be required to install USB drivers, please see the section ‘Using USB’... - Page 12 VBOX Micro Log Settings To adjust the logging mode and the log rate of the VBOX Micro, click the ‘Logging’ tab in the VBOX Micro Setup software. Once the logging mode and rate has been set click the ‘Write Settings’ button to program the new configuration into the VBOX Micro.
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Page 13: Connecting An Input Module To The Vbox Micro
Connecting an Input Module to the VBOX Micro The VBOX Micro can connect to any one of the following Racelogic input modules and then include the data from each channel in the logged VBO file. The VBOX Micro will automatically log all channels from a connected Input Module providing that the module is connected before the power is switched on. -
Page 14: Configuring And Using The Vci Input (Vbmic01C Only)
The VBMIC01C version of the VBMicro has the ability for its CAN port to be used as a 16channel vehicle CAN interface. NOTE: When the VBMicro is configured in VCI mode it is not possible to connect and log data from Racelogic input modules. - Page 15 ‘Database’ button. Clicking the ‘Database’ button allows a CAN database file to be opened and then a signal from the Database can be selected. This will then automatically configure the channel with the correct CAN settings. DATA Base format types. .VCI Racelogic CAN database file .DBC Database file .REF Racelogic Encrypted database file .RDF...
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Page 16: Connecting A Display To The Vbox Micro
VBOX Micro Connecting a Display to the VBOX Micro A Multi-Function Display (MFD, part number RLVBDSP03) can be connected to the CAN output of the VBOX Micro using an RLCAB063 cable. This then provides the user with a live display of the VBOXMicro data parameters, plus the ability to show live results of acceleration and deceleration runs and also display Lap times. -
Page 17: Memory Cards
Should the CF Card need formatting due to card errors it can be done through Windows, as the VBOX Micro supports the following format type: • FAT (upto 2Gb) • FAT16 (upto 2Gb) • FAT32 (upto 128Gb) Racelogic strongly recommends the following media card brands: • SanDisk • Kingston • Lexar •... -
Page 18: Gps Antenna
VBOX Micro GPS Antenna The GPS antenna supplied with the VBOX Micro is a 3.5V active antenna. For the best possible signal quality, it is important to maintain a clean connection between the antenna and the VBOX Micro. Before fixing the antenna to the VBOX Micro, ensure that there are no dust particles in either connector. - Page 19 VBOX Micro GPS Coldstart A GPS coldstart forces the GPS engine to reset its downloaded almanac of current satellite positions. This can be useful if the VBOX Micro is having trouble locking onto satellites, which typically occurs if the VBOX Micro has not been used for several weeks or if it was last used a long distance (over one thousand miles) away from the current location.
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Page 20: Can Output
VBOX Micro CAN Output The VBOX Micro has a CAN output which is present on the 5-way connector output. Data format: Motorola Baud rate: 500Kb/s Data Bytes Update Rate 100ms (1) Sats in view (2) Time since midnight UTC (3) Position – Latitude MMMM.MMMMM 0x301 100ms (4) Position –... -
Page 21: Using Usb
VBOX Micro Using USB The first time you use the USB connectivity of the VBOX Micro to configure the unit or transfer files to or from its CF card, you will need to follow the instructions below. You will also need to repeat this procedure the first time you upgrade the VBOX Micro’s firmware. -
Page 22: Vboxtools Software
VBOX Micro VBOXTools Software The VBOXTools software is used for the analysis of the logged .VBO data files. VBOXTools is included as part of the VBOX Micro software installation. For further information on the VBOXTools software please refer to the VBOXTools Software Manual supplied with the VBOX Micro. -
Page 23: Trouble Shooting
VBOX Micro Trouble shooting Failing to Lock onto Satellites If the VBOX Micro is having trouble locking onto satellites then please follow the checklist below for typical solutions: 1) Ensure that the antenna is placed in a position were it has an unobstructed view of the sky. 2) Check the antenna connection with the VBOX Micro;... -
Page 24: Upgrading The Vbox Micro's Firmware
VBOX Micro Upgrading the VBOX Micro’s Firmware Occasionally Racelogic releases new versions of firmware (internal code) for VBOX products., often to introduce new features. New firmware can be loaded into the VBOX Micro using a computer and the supplied USB cable. -
Page 25: Connector Assignments
VBOX Micro Connector Assignments Connector 1 – Power (Dedicated 6V to 30V DC Power Connector) Function Power + Ground Chassis Ground Connector 2 – CAN (CAN Bus Connector, Serial Connection to GPS Engine) Function RS232 Tx (to GPS – for debug only) RS232 Rx (to GPS –... -
Page 26: Specification
VBOX Micro Specification Velocity Accuracy 0.2 Km/h (averaged over 4 samples) Units Km/h or Mph Maximum update rate 10 Hz Maximum velocity 1000 Mph Minimum velocity 0.1 Km/h Resolution 0.01 Km/h Latency >160ms Distance Accuracy 0.05% (<50cm per Km) Units Metres / Feet Maximum update rate 10 Hz... - Page 27 CAN connection for Racelogic modules only. VCI CAN Input – RLVBMIC01C Allows the user to log incoming CAN data from other systems. Note: Unit does not connect to other Racelogic CAN modules when VCI CAN input is active. Outputs CAN Bus Bit rate 125 kbit/s, 250kbit/s, 500kbit/s &...
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Page 28: Module Dimensions
VBOX Micro Module Dimensions 78.0mm 86.0mm 28.5mm 100.0mm 86.0mm Page 28 of 29... -
Page 29: Contact Details
Unit 10 Swan Business Centre Osier Way Buckingham Bucks MK18 1TB United Kingdom Tel +44 (1280) 823803 Fax +44 (1280) 823595 Email support@racelogic.co.uk www.racelogic.co.uk Document Updates Revision Description Date First Release. JH 31/07/08 Improved explanations KB 16/9/08 Added CAB063 and CAB065 to options on page 6 08/10/08 Added VCI mode operation for VBMIC01C versions.
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