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Please read the entire manual to learn details of the
many capabilities of your new Performance Computer.
This page provides only a basic overview of the instal-
lation, features, and capabilities.

INSTALLATION

1) Plug into lighter socket

Plug the cord into the Performance Computer, and into
your car’s lighter socket. The Performance Computer is
always “On,” there is no on-off switch.

(If your car’s lighter socket is always powered,

unplug the Performance Computer when not in use to
avoid discharging your car’s battery.)

2) Attach to windshield in center of car

Mount the Performance Computer centered between
the driver and passenger with the suction cup mount.
Make sure the unit is mounted squarely in the car. Do
not mount the unit so it is angled toward the driver.

Pivot the unit on the bracket until it is approxi-

mately level (it is not necessary to be perfectly level).

3) Park on a level surface, then press

and release the CALIBRATE button

Each time you remount the unit, you must calibrate
the G-Meter.  (The calibration is stored in memory even
if the unit is unplugged, so you don’t need to calibrate
again unless you reposition or reinstall the unit.)

Quick Start Guide

G-METER BUTTON

Press and release to select different

displays of G-Forces and other data

Except when performing timed runs, the unit is nor-
mally in the “G-METER” mode, where it can display
the acceleration, braking, and cornering G-forces of
your car. Press and release to select different G-Meter
displays. A good initial choice is G-Meter Option 1, a
Bar Graph that shows acceleration and braking forces
on the top line, and cornering forces on the bottom line.

SETUP MODE

Hold the G-METER button

to enter Set-Up mode

Power-on LED

Ready

Start  Anytime

5

4

UP AND DOWN BUTTONS

Press to review timed runs

The most recent run is saved in memory. Press the UP
and DOWN buttons whenever you want to review this
run.

CALIBRATE BUTTON

Press and release to calibrate G-Meter

BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT

Hold the CALIBRATE BUTTON to adjust

the brightness of the display

TIMED RUN BUTTON

Press and release to start a timed run

Your car must be stopped before you can perform a
timed run (0-to-60, quarter mile, etc.).

1) Press and release the button
2) Wait a few seconds until the display

shows “Run READY, Start anytime”

3) Accelerate whenever you are ready.

During your run, the unit automatically records and
saves complete run data. The yellow LED lights when
the unit is in the timed run mode and also when you
are reviewing timed runs.

Summary of Contents for Passport GT1

Page 1: ...V E H I C L E P E R F O R M A N C E C O M P U T E R O w n e r s M a n u a l GT1...

Page 2: ...be taken with those vehicles No electronic device can take the place of the driver s judgment One button Operation 3 Quick Start Guide 4 5 Remote Control Cord 6 Installation 6 7 G Meter Operation 8 12...

Page 3: ...ll the unit Quick Start Guide G METER BUTTON Press and release to select different displays of G Forces and other data Except when performing timed runs the unit is nor mally in the G METER mode where...

Page 4: ...l calibra tion before each timed run Remote Control Cord OPTIONAL ACCESSORY Press and release the button to operate the G Meter function Press again to change to different display Press and hold the b...

Page 5: ...release the CALIBRATE button WARNING This device measures G Forces but remember it does not change the laws of physics Under certain circum stances almost any vehicle can roll over causing seri ousin...

Page 6: ...FORWARD 0 to 60 Press and release the G METER button as necessary to select G METER OPTION 3 The top line shows acceleration and braking forces the same as G METER Option 1 Bar Graphs The second line...

Page 7: ...tion digital outputs Processor Advanced RISC based 8 bit microcontroller with 32KB Flash Program Memory 2KB SRAM 1KB EEPROM in tegral 8 channel 10 bit A D convertor Throughput up to 14 75 MIPS at 14 7...

Page 8: ...ordsdataforshortrunsalso provided you accelerate to 30mph or higher Detailed run results for your most recent run is auto matically kept in memory Review the results anytime with the UP and DOWN butto...

Page 9: ...ther screen of data This run was for a complete 1 4 mile shorter runs will have less data to review Run Complete More Run Info 1 4m 13 25 sec 108 4 mph 1000ft 11 15 sec 1 8m 8 67 84 9 330ft 5 75 sec 6...

Page 10: ...the 2 3 shift at about 56 mph Thecar sflywheelcanstoreenergybetweenshifts which will result in optimistic horsepower calculations immediately after a shift To avoid this set your start ing point a fe...

Page 11: ...rrection 8 Meter Maximum This sets full scale for the Bar Graphs used in the G Meter displays Default is 80G 9 Peak Hold This sets the time that peak values are held on the Peak Hold G Meter display D...

Page 12: ...igh per formance cars can corner at 1 00G or more so drivers of those cars may want to adjust the meter maximum 9 PEAK HOLD Most users won t need to adjust this setting This sets the time that peak va...

Page 13: ...cross each lane and before the race can begin each driver must stage his car by moving it forward until the front tire blocks the beam When the beam is blocked the Staging light is illu minated on the...

Page 14: ...ce Computer is permanently attached toyourcar Thisbracketreplacesthewindshieldmount USE CARE WHEN INSTALLING THIS BRACKET See our website if you d like more details 1 To remove the windshield bracket...

Page 15: ...Increasing the Rollout setting by 3 in the Setup mode will reduce the Performance Computer s times by approximately 04 seconds Decreasing the Rollout setting by 3 in the Setup mode will increase the P...

Page 16: ...rtment Service Order Number ______________ 5440 West Chester Road West Chester Ohio 45069 For your own protection we recommend that you ship your Performance Timer postpaid and insured Insist on a pro...

Page 17: ...Escort Incorporated 5440 West Chester Road West Chester Ohio 45069 Sales 800 433 3487 Service 800 543 1608 www gtimer com 2003 Escort Inc Escort Passport and G Timer are trademarks of Escort Inc Featu...

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