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SpeedPuck Manual
Firmware Version v1
Revision Date 12/1/2021

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  • Page 1 SpeedPuck Manual Firmware Version v1 Revision Date 12/1/2021...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents INTRODUCTION EATURES BASICS ATTERIES ATTERY ATTERY NDICATOR IGNAL CQUISITION NSTALLATION UIDE GPS D TORAGE OPERATION AILING PERATION ISPLAYS PEED EADING PEED EADER RAPH NDICATOR CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE ELOCITEK ONTROL ENTER EPLAYS MAINTENANCE WARRANTY...
  • Page 3 CONTACT COMPLIANCE FCC C OMPLIANCE TATEMENT ANADIAN OMPLIANCE TATEMENT UROPEAN OMMUNITY OMPLIANCE TATEMENT INDEX...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction The SpeedPuck is a large format GPS speedometer designed for sailing and motor sports. Features • Speed Over Ground and Course Over Ground updated at 4 Hz (4 times per second) • Header/Lift indicator updated at 4 Hz (4 times per second) •...

  • Page 5: Basics

    30 hours in normal operation. When the battery is empty the device will go into low battery mode and flash the battery outline. When the battery is exhausted, connect the SpeedPuck to a USB port or a phone charger using the supplied cable. From low battery the SpeedPuck takes approximately 10 hours to charge completely using a 5 volt, 1 amp wall adapter (iPhone or similar) or 50 hours to charge completely via a USB port on a computer.

  • Page 6: Gps Data Storage

    Do not use rounded head screws with the SpeedPuck cradle. Non-countersunk screw heads will interfere with mounting the SpeedPuck in its cradle. Since the introduction of the SpeedPuck Cradle, the SpeedPuck no longer comes with the 3M Dual Lock on the back of the battery compartment lid. Several alternative mounting options are available, including 3M Dual Lock.

  • Page 7: Operation

    Operation In firmware version 1 of the SpeedPuck, Sailing Operation is the only operation of the SpeedPuck. Sailing Operation The sailing operation is for those racing dinghy boats. All modes are enabled for maximum performance.

  • Page 8: Displays

    Instantaneous max speed displayed is a best two second average. Using the SpeedPuck’s high-speed, 18 Hz, GPS module. The max speed is stored on a session-by-session basis and it is reset when the SpeedPuck is turned off. Lift/Header Bar Graph Indicator The SpeedPuck automatically detects when a sailor is trimmed to a heading then provides the header/lift indication.

  • Page 9: Configuration

    In firmware version 1 the SpeedPuck has no user configurable settings. User configurable settings are planned in future firmware versions. Software The SpeedPuck works like a USB thumb drive and does not require any software to communicate with your computer. Velocitek Control Center The ProStart no longer requires you to use Velocitek Control Center in order for the ProStart to communicate with your computer.

  • Page 10: Maintenance

    Maintenance To ensure your SpeedPuck's enclosure remains watertight and the electronics are not destroyed by corrosion, please take the following precautions: • Dry case with a towel before opening. • Wipe away sand or debris on the gasket before screwing the back case on.

  • Page 11: Warranty

    Velocitek assumes no liability for any accident, injury, death, loss, or other claim related to or resulting from the use of this product. In no event shall Velocitek be liable for incidental or consequential damages relating to or resulting from the use of this product or any of its parts.
  • Page 12 Contact Contact Mail: Velocitek, Inc. 126 N B Street San Mateo, CA 94401 Fax: +1-650-618-2679 Phone: Calls will be answered 9AM ~ 6PM, US Eastern Time (UTC-4 Summer, UTC-5 Winter) US and Canada: +1-866-498-6737 International: +1-650-529-4519 Email: support@velocitek.com Website: http://www.velocitek.com Support: http://www.velocitek.com/support...
  • Page 13 Compliance Compliance FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 14 Index Index Compliance, 10 Lift/Header Bar Graph Indicator, 5 Contact, 9 Maintenance, 7 Displays, 5 Max Speed, 5 GPS Data Storage, 3 Operation Option Sailing, 4 Heading, 5 Signal Acquisition, 2 Speed, 5 Installation Guide, 2 Warranty, 8...

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