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Trail Tech Lynx User Manual

Trail Tech Lynx User Manual

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  • Page 1 MOTORSPORT COMPUTER USER’S MANUAL PRODUCT...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents PAGE # TABLE OF CONTENTS A NOTE TO YOU PRECAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS PARTS & FEATURES INSTALLATION MEASURE WHEEL SIZE DATA SETTING MODE NORMAL MODE SLEEP MODE ENDURO MODE LAP TIMER MODE TROUBLESHOOTING GLOSSARY OF TERMS...

  • Page 4: A Note To You

    Please read this manual carefully. Please Record Important Information: Whenever you call to request service for Lynx, you need to know the date of purchase, dealer’s name, address, and telephone number. PURCHASE DATE...

  • Page 5: Precautions

    • Clean the docking station using Lynx. contacts and the bottom of the main unit periodically. • Use Lynx only for its intended function. • Do not use any type of lubricant on the docking station • To reduce the risk of injury, or external computer contacts.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications FUNCTION DISPLAY RANGE CURRENT SPEED 0399.9 KM/H or M/H AVERAGE SPEED 0399.9 KM /H or M/H MAXIMUM SPEED 0399.9 KM/H or M/H DISTANCE 0.0-9999.9 KM or M ODOMETER 0-99999 KM or M RIDING TIME 999 hours 59 minutes STOP WATCH 999 hour 59 min 59 sec ACCUM.
  • Page 7 Specifications SENSOR: No Contact Magnetic Sensor COMPUTER DIMENSIONS: 4.13” x 2.36” x 1.77” COMPUTER WEIGHT: 100 grams (0.22 pounds) WHEEL CIRCUMFERENCE: 0 to 3999 mm (1 mm Increments) OPERATION TEMP: 0ºC to 60ºC (32ºF to 140ºF) STORAGE TEMP: -20ºC to 80ºC (-4ºF to 176ºF) UNITS INCREMENTS ACCURACY...

  • Page 8: Parts & Features

    Parts & Features Lynx Computer Kit: The Lynx Computer Kit comes packaged with several accessories for quick and easy installation. Please refer to the installation guidesheet for tips on installing to specific machines. Docking Station Main Computer Body Installation Pack...
  • Page 9 Lynx shuts off the backlight. Press any button or move the wheels and Lynx will light up again. • If Lynx is running off its own internal battery, it will only stay lit for 3 seconds. TO ACTIVATE BACKLIGHT MANUALLY, PRESS...
  • Page 10 & Lap Timer Modes*. *Lynx does not require the optional remote to perform Normal Mode functions. Please contact your local TrailTech dealer for more information on the optional Lynx Remote Switch or visit www.TrailTech.net. Optional Dashboard: Lynx has an optional aluminum billet guard dashboard.
  • Page 11 User settings will need to be re-entered. Internal Battery: Your Lynx computer has an internal 3.0V watch type battery (#CR2032). Under normal use, this battery will last approximately one year. The computer and its optional remote switch can both be run from this battery alone.

  • Page 12: Installation

    Installation Method 1) Link Bar Mount: Place bolts as shown in picture. Remember to use provided nuts when placing bolts. Use the provided strip of black rubber to provide the clamp with a non-slip surface. Tip: Remove plastic Link Arm for a more stable install.
  • Page 13 Typical ATV Installation Shown with TrailTech Billet Dashboard & TrailTech Medium Bend ATV X-Bar Handlebars The Optional Billet Aluminum Dashboard will protect Lynx from impacts and place it in the optimal viewing position. Mounting varies between vehicle models. Please contact your local TrailTech dealer for more information on...
  • Page 14 Make sure that the cables will not be chafed or damaged in their mounting location. Docking Station: Lynx easily slides on and off the docking station. Simply slide the computer down until it clicks into place. To remove Lynx from the...
  • Page 15 Installation 12 Volt Systems: If possible, install Lynx to a 12 volt system. The backlight function will stay lit while riding at 5 times the brightness over the built- in battery. The pace LED’s will be activated for Enduro and Lap Timer Modes.
  • Page 16 Installation ATV Sensor/Magnet Installation: Lynx needs two things to be able to collect data: 1. A magnet placed on the spinning part of the wheel. 2. The sensor, placed on the non-moving part of the wheel. The magnet spins around tripping the sensor switch each time—data collected lets Lynx...
  • Page 17 Magnet About to Pass Under Sensor down the front forks, then attached to the brake caliper. Lynx can tell how far and fast it’s travelled by keeping track of how many times the magnet passes under the sensor switch.

  • Page 18: Measure Wheel Size

    Measure Wheel Size Overview: You will use the wheel size number when setting up the computer for your machine. Use Method 1, 2 or 3. Method 1) Wheel Size = Easy Ruler Wheel Diameter(mm) Method: x 3.14 Find the circumference of front wheel by measuring its diameter in...
  • Page 19 Measure Wheel Size Method 3) Distance Measurements: For the most accurate measurement, use wheel size measure- ment from above or set the wheel size to 2109mm (motorcycle), 1675mm(ATV) and follow this procedure: 1. Find a length of road where the distance is known. 2.

  • Page 20: Data Setting Mode

    In Data Setting Mode, the buttons on the main computer body must be used. If no button is pressed for 15 seconds, Lynx will return to normal mode. After a setting is confirmed, Lynx will move to the next setting in...
  • Page 21 Lynx will light up all the pixels to make sure they are working. Release buttons to continue. Program Kilometers or Miles per Hour: TO CYCLE BETWEEN M/H AND KM/H, PRESS TO CONFIRM, PRESS Lynx will go to the next setting.
  • Page 22 Data Setting Mode Program Wheel Size: Lynx needs to know wheel size in order to measure Distance and Speed. Please take the time to accurately measure wheel size for smooth operation. USE AS DEFAULTS: MOTORCYCLE—2110MM ATV—1675MM MODIFY FLASHING DIGIT BY PRESSING...
  • Page 23 TO CONFIRM, PRESS Lynx will go to the next setting. Program Time of Day: MODIFY FLASHING DIGIT BY PRESSING CHANGE TO NEXT DIGIT BY PRESSING TO CONFIRM, PRESS Do not press any buttons- Lynx will return to Normal Mode after 15 seconds.

  • Page 24: Normal Mode

    Keep track of your ride! Normal information that Lynx tracks can be found on one of these three screens: SWITCH BETWEEN SCREENS IN NORMAL MODE BY PRESSING Lynx will not stay on Screen 3 while vehicle is moving. It will return to Screen 1. Screen 1: Speed (SPD)
  • Page 25 Normal Mode Screen 2: Average Speed (AS) Trip Distance (DST) Time of Day (Clock) Stop Watch (TT) Screen 3: Max Speed (MS) Odometer (ODO) Time of Day (Clock) Accumulated Ride Time (ART)
  • Page 26 Normal Mode Reset Ride Data to Zero: Reset Ride Data at the end of each ride so new information can be tracked on the next ride. Resetable Ride Data includes: Trip Distance (DST), Ride Time (RT), Maximum Speed (MS), Average Speed (AS), and Stop Watch (TT).

  • Page 27: Sleep Mode

    If Lynx does not sense movement for 20 minutes, it will enter Sleep Mode. When in Sleep Mode, Lynx only displays the time of day clock. As soon as a button is pressed or a wheel turns, Lynx will wake up.

  • Page 28: Enduro Mode

    Adjust distance and pace information, then the Delta Timer will tell you if you are within your “minute”, behind, or ahead. Enter & Exit Enduro Mode: TO ENTER OR EXIT ENDURO MODE, HOLD A circle appears on screen to show Lynx is in Enduro Mode.
  • Page 29 Enduro Mode Enduro Screen: In Enduro Mode, Lynx displays: Pace LEDs Speed (SPD) Distance (DST) Delta Timer (DT) Stop Watch (TT) Note: Pace LED’s will only light if the computer is connected to vehicle power.
  • Page 30 TO ENTER ENDURO DATA SETTING MODE, PRESS Set Adjustable Distance: Input distance adjustments. Make adjustments in tenths. The longer the button is held down, the faster Lynx will scroll through numbers. TO INCREASE BY 0.1, PRESS TO DECREASE BY 0.1, PRESS...
  • Page 31 Enduro Mode Set Adjustable Average Speed: Input speed adjustments. Lynx defaults to 10 M/H. TO INCREASE BY 0.1, PRESS TO DECREASE BY 0.1, PRESS TO CONFIRM, PRESS Lynx will return to Enduro Mode.
  • Page 32 Enduro Mode Delta Timer: The Delta Timer tells the rider how close to pace they are. Lynx compares the real time speed & distance to the preset pace to see how the ride is going. RED LED GREEN LED AHEAD OF MINUTE: Lynx will show a positive Delta Timer num- ber and turn on the Green LED.
  • Page 33 Enduro Mode RIDER AT DEPARTURE POINT: Reset Enduro Ride Data: Reset Enduro Ride Data at the beginning of each race so new information can be gathered. Resetable Enduro Ride Data includes: Delta Timer (DT), Stop Watch (TT), and Distance (DST). TO RESET ENDURO RIDE DATA, HOLD Key Time—...
  • Page 34 When the first distance adjustment is made on Lynx, the computer will display a suggested wheel size setting for 5 seconds. Press the middle button on the remote to accept the suggestion.
  • Page 35 RIDER AT END OF RACE: Pause Timers and Data Collection: At the end of the race, Lynx needs to be told to stop collecting data. Stop race data collection by pressing the left button on the computer body once. Rider can restart data collection by pressing upper button on remote switch.

  • Page 36: Frequently Asked Questions

    Enduro Mode Frequently Asked Questions: I WILL BE USING THE ENDURO RIDER OR LAP TIMER FEA- TURES. WHILE IN THESE MODES, WHAT IS HAPPENING TO THE ODOMETER AND ACCUMULATED RIDE TIME DATA? Answer: Both odometer and accumulated riding time data is being gathered while rider is in either optional feature mode.
  • Page 37 Enduro Mode WHAT IF I BLOW BY A CHECK DURING AN EVENT? CAN I ADJUST MY DELTA TIMER? Answer: Yes. If the rider misses a posted speed or distance change, the delta timer will become inaccurate. To correct the delta timer, the rider can adjust by holding the down button on the remote switch for 3 seconds.
  • Page 38 Enduro Mode Frequently Asked Questions: WHAT IS MOTORCYCLE ENDURO RACING EXACTLY?* Enduro racing brings nature, man and machine together in a grand adventure to find the best rider. Enduro racing combines the main skills used in other major forms of motorcycling: Speedway, Road Racing, Motocross &...
  • Page 39 Enduro Mode Enduro Mode Example: DISTANCE RESETS— ROUTE CHART SPECIFIES A MILEAGE JUMP OF 0.5 MILES TO 92.5 MILES. The race is underway. Delta Timer (DT) is at -10 seconds. Adjustable Average Speed (AAS) is set to 20 M/H. Both LED’s are flashing, indicating rider is on his minute.

  • Page 40: Lap Timer Mode

    fly with colored pace lights, or wait and review precise lap information afterwards. Enter & Exit Lap Timer Mode: TO ENTER OR EXIT LAP TIMER MODE, HOLD FOR 3 SECONDS. A circle appears to show Lynx is in Lap Timer Mode.
  • Page 41 Lap Timer Mode Lap Timer Screen: In Lap Timer Mode, Lynx displays: Pace LEDs Speed (SPD) Distance (DST) Lap Counter Stop Watch (TT) Note: Pace LED’s will only light if the computer is connected to vehicle power.
  • Page 42 Lap Timer Mode Pace Lights: Lynx keeps track of how fast each lap has been run. At the begin- ning of Lap 3, the red and green LEDs will start lighting up. Green means faster, red means slower. Solid means that the lap was faster or slower, but a blinking light means it was either the fastest or slowest lap yet.
  • Page 43 Lap Timer Mode Pace Light Examples: Example 1: Rider completes Lap 1 in 12 minutes and completes Lap 2 in 9 minutes. At the beginning of Lap 3, the green LED will flash for five seconds. Second lap was both faster than Lap 1 and the fastest yet recorded.
  • Page 44 Lap Timer Mode RIDER AT DEPARTURE POINT: Reset Lap Timer Data: Reset Lap Timer Data at the beginning of each race so new infor- mation can be gathered. Lap Timer Data can only be reset from within Lap Timer Mode. Lap Timer Data includes: Lap Counter, Average Speed (AS), Dis- tance (DST), and Stop Watch (TT).
  • Page 45 Lap Timer Mode DURING RACE: Rider Starts New Lap: At the beginning of each new lap, press once. This will end Lap 1 and start Lap 2. Continue in this fashion until the last lap. AT THE START OF EACH NEW LAP PRESS RIDER AT FINISH LINE: Pause Timers and Data Collection: When the last lap has been completed, press...
  • Page 46 Lap Timer Mode LAP TIMER REVIEW: Lap Information: The rider can look at Lap information when vehicle is stopped and Lap Timer is paused. TO SCROLL THROUGH INDIVIDUAL LAP INFORMATION, PRESS Lap 2 Information...
  • Page 47 Lap Timer Mode Cumulative Lap Information: Lynx also shows Race Stats (all the laps’ stats added together). TO SCROLL THROUGH CUMULATIVE RACE STATS, PRESS Average Speed, Average Distance & Average Lap Time for All Laps Max Speed For All Laps, Total Distance Recorded...

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    LCD is when not riding for a Place the computer in Black long while? the shade. Display is Is the temperature Lynx will return to Slow below 0°C (32°F)? normal when the temperature rises.
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting PROBLEM CHECK ITEMS REMEDY Backlight Is Lynx properly Check docking station Will Not connected to the cables and make Light For vehicles 12 volt sure they are solidly More Than system? connected to 12 volt 3 Seconds. battery terminals.

  • Page 50: Glossary Of Terms

    AVERAGE SPEED (AS) The mean speed of the vehicle since the last reset. BACKLIGHT The light that brightens up Lynx’s display. Press the left button to activate it. It is 5 times brighter and continuous if connected to a machines power.
  • Page 51 MAGNET Made of Rare Earth, the magnet works with the sensor to let Lynx collect its data. It gets mounted to the turning part of the wheel and every time it goes around it triggers the sensor (thereby collecting...
  • Page 52 Total time spent riding since the last reset. SENSOR Works with the magnet to let Lynx collect its data. It gets mounted to the non-turning part of the wheel. Every time the magnet goes around, it triggers the sensor (thereby collecting distance and...
  • Page 53 Glossary of Terms SLEEP MODE If Lynx doesn’t receive any sensory information it will go into Sleep Mode and only display the clock. Press any button to exit. SPEED (SPD) The current speed the vehicle is travelling. STOP WATCH (TRIP TIME) (TT) A short-term, regular stop watch.
  • Page 54 Notes Notes:...
  • Page 56 You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. * Because some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, this exclusion may not apply to you. TrailTech and Lynx are trademarks of TrailTech, Inc. www.TrailTech.net...

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