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- Page 1 SpeedPuck Manual Firmware Version v1.3...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents INTRODUCTION EATURES BASICS ATTERIES ATTERY NSTALLATION ATTERY NDICATOR ATTERY YPES IGNAL CQUISITION NSTALLATION UIDE GPS D TORAGE OPERATION AILING PERATION OTOR PORTS PERATION OGGER PERATION ISPLAYS PEED EADING PEED EADER RAPH NDICATOR PEED RAPH NDICATOR CONFIGURATION EVICE ETTINGS EVICE PERATION OGGING PEED... - Page 3 IRMWARE PDATE SOFTWARE ONTROL ENTER PEED MAINTENANCE CONTACT INDEX...
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Page 4: Introduction
Features Introduction The SpeedPuck is a GPS device designed for sailing and motor sports. Features Speed and compass updated at 2 times a second Header/Lift indicator updated at 2 times a second Maximum and best 10 second average speed recall ... -
Page 5: Basics
The SpeedPuck requires 3 AA batteries to operate. The battery compartment can be reached by opening the back case. Battery Indicator The battery indicator on the SpeedPuck is located on the bottom right of the LCD screen. Battery Types We recommend using rechargeable batteries over standard disposable AA batteries. Disposable batteries will provide approximately 10 hours of life while rechargeable batteries will last for 20 hours or longer. -
Page 6: Signal Acquisition
The operation of the SpeedPuck relies on low-power radio signals from GPS satellites that orbit the earth at an altitude of approximately 20,000 km. As a result, the SpeedPuck must be outdoors with a clear view of the sky to function properly. -
Page 7: Operation
Sailing Operation Operation This section will be split by SpeedPuck utility. The SpeedPuck can be configured by editing the device operation option to suit a utility. The SpeedPuck has 3 operation options, sailing, motor sports and data logger which can be configured by editing the device settings. -
Page 8: Motor Sports Operation
Motor Sports Operation Motor Sports Operation The motor sports operation option is for the motor sports enthusiasts who want to know exactly how fast they are going. -
Page 9: Data Logger Operation
Data Logger Operation The data logger operation option is available in case rules prevent you from using the features offered by the SpeedPuck. The data logger mode displays blank, but records your GPS data which can be replayed later for analysis. -
Page 10: Displays
The SpeedPuck displays heading only when your speed is greater than 1 knot, otherwise it will show a heading of 0 degrees regardless of which direction you are actually moving. -
Page 11: Configuration
Configuration Configuration The SpeedPuck can be configured by editing the device settings by connecting it to a PC via USB cable. Device Settings The following device settings are available. Device Operation The device operation should be set depending on the SpeedPuck utility. Three operation options available are sailing, motor sports and data logger. -
Page 12: Bar Graph Display
0 for compass declination. Default compass declination is 0 degrees. When using a magnetic compass in conjunction with the SpeedPuck, setting the compass declination to the local declination is useful since both instruments will be referenced to magnetic north. -
Page 13: Software
SpeedPlay is a more powerful tool which facilitates replaying the GPS data from multiple Velocitek devices. SpeedPlay is a must have if you have fellow sailors who also own a Velocitek unit. To find out more and download the software, go to http://www.velocitek.com/products/speedplay. -
Page 14: Maintenance
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 15: Contact
Contact Contact Mail: Velocitek, LLC 271 B Kahiko St. Paia, HI 96779 Fax: +1-650-618-2679 Phone: Calls will be answered 9AM ~ 6PM, Hawaiian Standard Time (GMT-10) US and Canada: +1-800-693-1610 International: +1-650-362-0499 Email: support@velocitek.com Website: http://www.velocitek.com Forum: http://www.velocitek.com/forums/ Support: http://www.velocitek.com/support... -
Page 16: Index
Index Index Batteries, 2 Heading, 7 Contact, 12 Installation Guide, 3 Control Center, 10 Lift/Header Bar Graph Indicator, 7 Device Setting Bar Graph Display Option, 9 Compass Declination, 9 Maintenance, 11 Device Operation, 8 Max Speed, 7 Logging Rate, 8 Max Speed Display, 8 Speed and Heading Damping, 8 Speed Displayed In, 8...