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Automotive VBOX Touch V2 User Manual
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01 Getting Started – VBOX Touch V2
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02 Installing VBOX Touch V2 in Your Vehicle
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03 LED Behaviour – VBOX Touch V2
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04 Screen Layout – VBOX Touch V2
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05 Display Modes – VBOX Touch V2
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VBOX Touch V2 - Accel Mode
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VBOX Touch V2 - Decel Mode
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VBOX Touch V2 - Lap Timing Mode
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VBOX Touch V2 - Speed Display Mode
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VBOX Touch - PIN OUTS
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VBOX Touch - RS232 Output
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VBOX Touch - Technical Specification
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How to update the firmware on your VBOX Touch
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VBOX Touch - Updating the Track Database
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  • Page 1 Automotive VBOX Touch V2 User Manual • 01 Getting Started – VBOX Touch V2 • 02 Installing VBOX Touch V2 in Your Vehicle • 03 LED Behaviour – VBOX Touch V2 • 04 Screen Layout – VBOX Touch V2 •...

  • Page 2: What Is In The Box

    Racelogic product, and offer technical support. Register your device here. What is in the box? When you purchase a VBOX Touch V2, you will find the following items when you open the box: VBOX Touch (RLVBTOUCH) Product Code Quantity...

  • Page 3: Optional Accessories

    If you are looking to purchase a new SD card, it is recommended that any card used has a write speed of above 7 MB/s (4 MB/s absolute minimum) and a speed class of 10 (4 absolute minimum). Racelogic recommends SD cards from quality brands such as Transcend, SanDisk, Kingston or Lexar to ensure the best results.
  • Page 4 The VBOX Touch unit is powered by a power cable with a Cigar Plug adapter for connecting to power within the vehicle. The cable terminates in a 2-way Lemo connector that mates with the Power socket on VBOX Touch. On boot-up, the VBOX Touch will display a splash screen and automatically look for satellites and media. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/01_Getting_Started_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2...
  • Page 5 When the trigger switch is connected and latched, it is not possible to use the SD Card Icon to manually start or stop logging data. Logged Channels VBOX Touch logs channels to an inserted SD card within a .vbo file, channel information is available below: https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/01_Getting_Started_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2...
  • Page 6 GNSS only; 2 = DGNSS. • Event 1 time: This is the digital input oversample timer used to interpolate the trigger event time between captured samples. You can find more information about the VBO file format here. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/01_Getting_Started_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2...
  • Page 7 02 Installing VBOX Touch V2 in Your Vehicle Connectors Antenna If you are struggling to maintain a stable satellite lock, you can connect the supplied external antenna (RLACS262) to the antenna socket. You should also use the external antenna when you are doing Brake Trigger Tests.

  • Page 8: Satellite Reception

    However, if you are struggling to maintain a stable satellite lock (indicated by a flashing red satellite icon), you can use the external antenna (RLACS262) supplied https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/02_Installing_VBOX_Touch_V2_in_Your_Vehicle...
  • Page 9 If this is not possible, copper or aluminium foil can be used to create a shaped ground plane underneath the antenna. For example, on a fibreglass roof, mount the antenna on top of the roof, and place some adhesive-backed metal foil underneath, on the inside of the roof. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/02_Installing_VBOX_Touch_V2_in_Your_Vehicle...

  • Page 10: Gps Coldstart

    If VBOX Touch is struggling to acquire a satellite lock, a GPS coldstart may be required. This may be necessary when the unit hasn’t been used for several days or has dramatically moved location since its last use. To perform a coldstart, press the COLDSTART button within the Diagnostics Settings menu. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/02_Installing_VBOX_Touch_V2_in_Your_Vehicle...
  • Page 11 3. The number of satellites will then be displayed as '00' and GPS status will show ‘SEARCHING FOR SATELLITES’ until the satellite lock has been acquired. It will take approximately 25 to 30 seconds for the unit to reacquire the satellite lock. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/02_Installing_VBOX_Touch_V2_in_Your_Vehicle...
  • Page 12 03 LED Behaviour – VBOX Touch V2 The 4 LEDs at the top of the unit provide visual feedback dependent on what process is being performed: Function Behaviour Colour If Alert at End is enabled, the LEDs Accel/Decel Mode will flash green for 0.5 s once the test end criteria are met.
  • Page 13 If a screenshot has been saved successfully, the LEDs will illuminate Screenshot yellow in sequence from left to right to display the progress of writing to the SD card. The LEDs will briefly Reset flash green twice when a screen has been reset. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/03_LED_Behaviour_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2...
  • Page 14 04 Screen Layout – VBOX Touch V2 As the name suggests, VBOX Touch is controlled by using the capacitive touch screen. Generally, the different areas of the screen contain the following: • Top of the screen – indicative status information •...

  • Page 15: Logging Status

    You can learn more about the behaviour of the LEDs on VBOX Touch here. Logging Status The red Record Icon will show when the unit is logging data to the SD card. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/04_Screen_Layout_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2...

  • Page 16: Satellite Status

    The Satellite Icon illustrates whether the unit has a valid satellite lock. When a lock is acquired, this icon will be solid green. If there is no satellite lock, the icon will flash red. Display Mode The header shows which Display Mode is currently selected. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/04_Screen_Layout_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2...

  • Page 17: Mode Data

    SD Card Icon at the top of the screen will flash 3 times and VBOX Touch will emit an audible error notification. IMPORTANT NEVER remove the SD card while a screenshot is captured and saved as it could cause the unit to crash! https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/04_Screen_Layout_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2...

  • Page 18: Mode Button

    Forward/Back Arrow Buttons You can use the Forward and Back arrow buttons to navigate through the Display Mode and Settings screens. Alternatively, you can also swipe left or right on the screen when these buttons are visible. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/04_Screen_Layout_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2...

  • Page 19: Exit Button

    Exit Button You can use the Exit button to return to the previous menu or page. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/04_Screen_Layout_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2...
  • Page 20 05 Display Modes – VBOX Touch V2 VBOX Touch has 4 modes available; Accel, Decel, Lap Timing and Speed. They allow you to conduct a range range of performance tests and functions, and can be changed by pressing the Mode Button at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 21 • Custom test allowing the user to define their own configurable settings. • Screen displays time, run number, distance, Peak G and altitude difference. Units of measurement for speed or distance can be displayed in metric or imperial and easily swapped between. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2...

  • Page 22: Lap Timing

    • VBOX Touch also works as a highly accurate digital speedometer, a handy feature for street driving. • Units can be set in kph or mph and display can show live speed, VMAX, average speed and distance including setting a target speed. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2...
  • Page 23 VBOX Touch V2 - Accel Mode The Acceleration Mode allows you to perform acceleration tests using pre-defined configurations, or using your own specified values. It is also possible to display up to 4 concurrent test results on the screen. It is accessed by pressing the Mode Button at the bottom of the screen and selecting Accel.
  • Page 24 Accel - Primary Screen This is the default acceleration screen and displays current/completed test information. If One Foot Rollout or Slope Correction is enabled within the Accel Settings, the test header text will reflect the options. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Accel_Mode...
  • Page 25 These values will start to populate once the start condition of the test is met. When the end condition is met, they will remain on screen until the start condition is met again. Along with pressing the Settings button, Accel tests can also be defined by double tapping on an existing test range header or result. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Accel_Mode...
  • Page 26 • Right hand side: This contains the best results from the defined acceleration test ranges, either as time, distance or speed. These values can be reset by pressing the Reset button at the bottom of the screen. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Accel_Mode...
  • Page 27 The currently selected test ranges are presented on the left hand side of the screen and will be remembered for future use, even if another mode is chosen. To define a range, press on the existing parameters. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Accel_Mode...
  • Page 28 Test Type Select the Test Type button to choose between Speed, Distance or 0-Speed-0 (e.g. 0–100–0). Parameters displayed will depend on the test chosen. Speed Test Parameters Distance Test Parameters 0-Speed-0 Test Parameters https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Accel_Mode...
  • Page 29 To save the value inputted, press the Confirm Button on the bottom right of the screen, or press the Cancel Button on the bottom left of the screen to return the Custom Test screen without saving. Notes: https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Accel_Mode...
  • Page 30 Accel option. It enables you to choose the test parameters and also includes other test options. Settings can be changed by pressing on the corresponding button next to an option. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_-...
  • Page 31 0-Speed-0 test. The VBOX Touch will beep and the 4 LEDs across the top of the device will flash green for 0.5 s. Tap the button to disable. Note: This setting will only apply to the Primary Test. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Accel_Mode...
  • Page 32 • Slope correction only applies to the live display results in order to match DB Scanner third-party software post process corrections. It is not possible to apply post process corrections using Racelogic software programs. • Cannot be enabled if One Foot Rollout is Enabled.
  • Page 33 A history of the test results can be viewed by selecting the Results Button at the bottom of the Primary Accel Screen. Test results will display until a new test type is chosen or the Reset Button is pressed. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Accel_Mode...
  • Page 34 • Maximum acceleration achieved during test run (g) • Altitude difference between start of test and end of test (m or ft) It is possible take a screenshot of the test history by pressing the Screenshot Button https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Accel_Mode...

  • Page 35: Save Results

    Selecting the Reset Button on the bottom right of the screen will reset all test results shown on the current screen. When pressed, the LEDs will briefly flash green twice and the unit will emit an audible confirmation notification. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Accel_Mode...
  • Page 36 VBOX Touch V2 - Decel Mode The Deceleration Mode allows you to perform deceleration tests using pre-defined configurations, using your own specified values or by using a VBOX Brake Pedal Trigger. It is accessed by pressing the Mode Button at the bottom of the screen and selecting Decel.
  • Page 37 A test can be reset by pressing the Reset button at the bottom of the screen. When the trigger is activated, 'ON' will be displayed next to the Trigger test header. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...

  • Page 38: Selecting A Test

    - The external antenna should be used when conducting a brake trigger test. Decel Test If Decel is selected as the Test Type, preset and custom test options are available on the right hand side of the presented screen. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...
  • Page 39 When a test is selected, the name will be displayed at the top right of the Decel Mode screen. Custom Test You can choose your own test start and end conditions by pressing the Custom Test button on the bottom right of the test selection area. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...
  • Page 40 You can then define the start and end speed conditions by pressing the corresponding buttons and using the keypad presented. Start Speed Keypad Example To save the value inputted, press the Confirm Button https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...

  • Page 41: Trigger Test

    (below 2.5 km/h). IMPORTANT - The external antenna should be used when conducting a brake trigger test. Once 'Trigger' is selected as the Test Type, trigger settings are available on the right hand side of the presented screen. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...
  • Page 42 Minimum Trigger Speed Define the minimum trigger speed at which trigger activation becomes valid. If the trigger is detected below this speed, the test will not start. To change, press the current value and use the keypad presented. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...
  • Page 43 Note: The maximum input value for speed is 999.9 and can be entered up to 1 decimal place. MFDD Settings This area allows you to set up the start and end period of the MFDD (Mean Fully Developed Deceleration) analysis period. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...
  • Page 44 • s_08 is the distance at which the speed is v_08. MFDD can be also calculated using Speed by tapping the Percentage label until it reads Speed and entering the required values. To change any values, press the current value and use the keypad presented. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...
  • Page 45 MFDD From Speed Keypad Example To save the value inputted, press the Confirm Button on the bottom right of the screen, or press the Cancel Button on the bottom left of the screen to return to the Settings screen without saving. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...
  • Page 46 The Decel Mode settings screen can be accessed by selecting the Settings Button on the bottom left of the screen and then selecting the Decel option. It enables you to choose the test parameters and also includes other test options. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...
  • Page 47 By default, an audible and visual alert signals when the test end criteria is met. The VBOX Touch will beep and the 4 LEDs across the top of the device will flash green for 0.5 s. Tap the button to disable. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...

  • Page 48: Test History

    A history of the test results can be viewed by selecting the Results Button at the bottom of the screen. Test results will display until a new test type is chosen or the Reset Button is pressed. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...
  • Page 49 • Trigger Decel Test: ◦ Test run number ◦ Test completion distance (km/h or mph) ◦ Speed at trigger event (km/h or mph) ◦ Corrected trigger test distance (m or ft) ◦ Mean fully developed deceleration (MFDD) (g or m/s²) https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...

  • Page 50: Save Results

    Along with the test history information described above, the results file also incudes average acceleration information, as well as the latitude and longitude position (in degrees and decimal degrees format) added to the session header. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...
  • Page 51 Selecting the Reset Button on the bottom right of the screen will reset all test results shown on the current screen. When pressed, the LEDs will briefly flash green twice and the unit will emit an audible confirmation notification. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Decel_Mode...
  • Page 52 VBOX Touch V2 - Lap Timing Mode The Lap Timing Mode allows you to view Lap Timing information in relation to a set Start/Finish line. Information includes: live reference lap speed comparison (Delta-V), live reference lap time comparison (Delta-T), current reference lap time, last lap time, last lap time difference to best, session time and completed lap count.
  • Page 53 This is the default lap timing screen and displays live Lap Timing information in relation to a set Start/Finish Line, Separate Start and Finish Lines or a Standing Start and Separate Finish Line, and a Reference Lap. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 54 • If the current lap is the same speed as the reference lap, the LEDs will be off. The main lap timing screen can be reset by pressing the Reset button at the bottom of the screen or by pressing and holding on the screen. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 55 5 seconds after a lap has been completed if a rolling lap time is being shown. If the start/finish line has yet to be crossed or a lap hasn't been completed, it will not be shown. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_-...
  • Page 56 • The vehicle must be moving >0.8 km/h and the unit have satellite lock to set a Start/Finish Line. • If start/finish line setting is cancelled, any live lap prediction for the current lap will be lost and unavailable for use. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_-...
  • Page 57 Start mode, and will complete when the Start/Finish line is crossed again or the separate Finish Line is crossed. Requirements for creating a reference lap: • Lap is longer than 20 seconds. • Lap is greater than 100 m. • Maximum speed achieved is greater than 40 km/h. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 58 Lap Timing option. It is split in to 2 pages and enables you to choose the lap timing parameters. The different pages can be accessed by selecting the Forward and Back arrows on the bottom right of the screen or by swiping the screen left or right. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...

  • Page 59: Select A Track

    GPS location. If multiple layout are available, you can press the Select button to scroll through the different options. To choose a layout, press the desired option and then select the Confirm Button on the bottom right of the screen, or press the Cancel https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 60 Selecting the Set Finish Gate option within the Lap Timing Settings will manually set a Finish line when moving, overwriting the finish line detected within the circuit layout. A separate finish line must be set if you are using Standing Start Mode. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 61 • If finish line setting is cancelled, any live lap prediction for the current lap may be lost and unavailable for use. Load a Track Database The Track Database installed within the VBOX Touch is updated whenever a new firmware file is uploaded on to the https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 62 If there are splits stored within the file, these will also be uploaded to the unit, up to a maximum of 10 gates/splits. Note: When a new Start/Finish or Finish line gate is loaded, all existing lap timing values will be cleared and the new lap https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...

  • Page 63: Gate Width

    This option is particularly useful if the VBOX Touch is not detecting the correct number of laps. When racing at a very narrow circuit where the pit lane is right next to the start line, it could be possible to trigger lap timing within the pit lane, giving an incorrect number of laps. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 64 5 seconds before moving the vehicle. Pressing the screen, moving or losing satellite lock before the standing start activation period has expired will cancel the feature. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 65 Using the default 5 km/h setting as an example: LEDs will show bright green Current lap is >5 km/h quicker than the reference lap LEDs will show dull green Current lap is 2.5 km/h quicker than the reference https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...

  • Page 66: Reset Data

    5 seconds by pressing the screen. After 5 seconds, the LEDs will briefly flash green twice and the unit will emit an audible confirmation notification. Fix the Reference Lap https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 67 If confirmed, a load success screen will briefly display to show that it was loaded successfully. If there are splits stored within the file, these will also be uploaded to the unit, up to a maximum of 10 gates/splits. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_-...
  • Page 68 Settings screen without saving. The default setting is 60 s and is selectable from 10 – 86400 s. The value will be remembered after each power cycle. Note: Time can only be inputted as a whole number. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 69 – NEVER remove the SD card when a screenshot is being taken, it could cause the unit to crash! Lap History A history of the lap results can be viewed by selecting the Results Button at the bottom of the screen. Lap results will display until the Reset Button is pressed. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 70 • Time difference from fastest lap It is possible take a screenshot of the lap history by pressing the Screenshot Button To return to the main screen, select the Exit Button on the bottom left of the screen. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 71 Fixes/Unfixes the reference lap Resets the lap timing data, lap time history and Press and hold the Main Lap Timing Screen reference lap Sets a Start/Finish or Finish Line at the current Tap the Basic Lap Timing Screen location https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Lap_Timing_Mode...
  • Page 72 VBOX Touch V2 - Speed Display Mode The Speed Display Mode allows you to view live speed data, selectable via 3 screens; Speed, VMAX and Average Speed. It is accessed by pressing the Mode Button at the bottom of the screen and selecting Speed.
  • Page 73 This screen displays the Absolute Top Speed reached until the Reset Button is pressed at the bottom of the screen. If a Target Speed is selected within the Speed Settings, it will be displayed in grey underneath the VMAX. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_-...
  • Page 74 The screen can be reset at any time by pressing the Reset Button at the bottom of the screen. If a Target Speed is selected within the Speed Settings, it will be displayed in grey underneath the Average Speed. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_-...

  • Page 75: Decimal Places

    Speed option. It enables you to choose between speed display options. To return to the main screen, select the Exit Button on the bottom left. Decimal Places https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Speed_Display...
  • Page 76 • Continuous: Average speed will start to calculate as soon as an SD card is inserted and initialised. • Moving: Average speed will start to calculate as soon as a speed over 0.8 km/h is detected. calculations will stop when speed is less than 0.8 km/h. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Speed_Display...
  • Page 77 Enabling one, or both of the alerts will set the target speed and also allow you to access the sub menu where you can define the target speed condition by pressing the value box and then using the keypad presented. Target Speed Keypad Example To save the value inputted, press the Confirm Button https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Speed_Display...
  • Page 78 – NEVER remove the SD card when a screenshot is being taken, it could cause the unit to crash! Reset Selecting the Reset Button on the bottom right of the screen will reset all results shown on the current screen. When pressed, the LEDs will briefly flash green twice. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/05_Display_Modes_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_V2_- _Speed_Display...
  • Page 79 VBOX Touch - PIN OUTS Right side view of VBOX Touch Connector 1 - GNSS Antenna Function Centre RF Signal/Power for active antenna Chassis Ground https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _PIN_OUTS...
  • Page 80 Connector 2 - D IN / PPS (Lemo 3 PIN) Digital In and PPS Connector Function Ground Event/Brake Trigger Connector 3 - CAN / SERIAL (Lemo 5 PIN) Isolated CAN bus with active 120 ohm terminating resistors Function RS232 Tx RS232 Rx https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _PIN_OUTS...
  • Page 81 CAN High CAN Low Power Chassis Ground Connector 4 - CAN / SERIAL (Lemo 5 PIN) Isolated CAN bus with active 120 ohm terminating resistors Function RS232 Tx RS232 Rx CAN High CAN Low Power Chassis Ground https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _PIN_OUTS...
  • Page 82 Connector 5 - POWER (Lemo 2 PIN) Function Power Ground Chassis Ground https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _PIN_OUTS...
  • Page 83 Number of bytes Description Header $VBTse$ Message identifier as ASCII string. Total satellites Number of satellites used in solution irrespective of GNSS. Range (0, 255). Note: All eight bits are used. Time Ticks since midnight UTC. Range https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _RS232_Output...
  • Page 84 Unsigned integer, 0.01° per bit. Range (0, 35999). Altitude Signed integer, 0.01 m per bit. Range (-8388608, 8388607). Vertical velocity Signed integer, 0.001 m/s per bit. Range (-8388608, 8388607). Lateral acceleration Signed integer, 0.01 g per bit. Range (-32768, 32767). https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _RS232_Output...
  • Page 85 • Bits 5–8: Month Range (1, 12). • Bits 9–15: Years since 1980 Range (0, 128). Time since trigger event Unsigned integer, 0.000000001 seconds (i.e. 1 ns) per bit. Range (0, 429496729516). Checksum Standard Racelogic communications CRC calculation, See example below. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _RS232_Output...
  • Page 86 Lap Timing Data Format This is output when Lap Timing is selected within the Serial Port Settings menu. Protocol: 115200 Baud, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit Message format: $$LLTTnnnnttttllsssscc https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _RS232_Output...
  • Page 87 Unsigned integer, 0.001 s per bit. Lap number Unsigned integer. Stint time ssss Unsigned integer, 0.001 s per bit. Checksum Standard Racelogic communications CRC calculation, See example below. CRC Calculation example: s[n] is a string containing the message https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_-...
  • Page 88 CRC:= CRC mod 65536; for i:=7 downto 0 do begin if ( (CRC and 32768)=32768) then begin CRC:= CRC *2 ; CRC:= CRC xor Polynomial; else begin CRC:= CRC *2 ; end; CRC:=CRC mod 65536; end; end; result:=CRC; https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _RS232_Output...

  • Page 89: Gnss Specifications

    Accuracy 0.1 km/h (averaged over 4 samples) Update Rate 25 Hz Maximum Velocity 1600 mph Minimum Velocity 0.5 km/h Resolution 0.01 km/h Distance Accuracy 0.05 % (<50 cm per km) Resolution 1 cm Update Rate 25 Hz https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _Technical_Specification...
  • Page 90 H: 1 m CEP • H: 1 cm + 1 ppm CEP Accuracy (with RTK)* • V: 1 cm + 1 ppm R50 Update Rate 25 Hz Resolution 0.185 cm Acceleration Accuracy Maximum Update Rate 25 Hz Resolution 0.01 g https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _Technical_Specification...

  • Page 91: Environmental And Physical

    • Rubber cover: 141.5 mm x 103 mm x 36 mm (approximate) • Unit: 375 g Weight • Rubber cover: 75 g Operating Temperature -20°C to +60°C Storage Temperature -20°C to +80°C Mounting Richter mounting system or ¼” 20 TPI UNC https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _Technical_Specification...

  • Page 92: Touch Screen

    Touch Screen Size 4.3” TFT Capacitive Touch Resolution 480 x 800 pixels TFT LCD Display Colours 262K colours (18 bit) Dimensions https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/VBOX_Touch_V2/ User_Guide_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/07_Technical_Properties_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch_V2/VBOX_Touch_- _Technical_Specification...

  • Page 93: Update Procedure

    How to update the firmware on your VBOX Touch Occasionally, Racelogic will release new versions of firmware (internal code) for the VBOX Touch, often to introduce new features. You can find more information about the latest firmware update here. You load the new firmware into VBOX Touch with an SD card.
  • Page 94 VBOX Touch - Updating the Track Database Occasionally, Racelogic will release new versions of the track map database to introduce new circuit maps and start/ finish lines - and also to update any older tracks with new layouts. The installed Track Database in your VBOX Touch is updated whenever a new firmware file is uploaded to the unit. You can also independently update the Track Database by pressing the Load button in the Lap Timing Settings menu.
  • Page 95 The progress of the track database update will be displayed via the LEDs. Each lit LED will represent 25% of the process and all LEDs will switch off when the process is complete. 8. You will see the message 'Database Loaded' confirming it has loaded successfully. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/Firmware_Updates_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch/ VBOX_Touch_-_Updating_the_Track_Database...
  • Page 96 View the latest track list by clicking on the image and use the Country dropdown menu. https://en.racelogic.support//Product_Info/VBOX_Data_Loggers/VBOX_Touch/Firmware_Updates_%E2%80%93_VBOX_Touch/ VBOX_Touch_-_Updating_the_Track_Database...

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