Traqmate User Manual V1.0
June 14, 2005
Copyright © 2005 Track Systems Technologies, LLC
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Features
Lap Timing
The lap timing feature measures the interval of time between passes of a chosen spot (Start /
Finish Line). It uses both location and heading to determine the exact spot to 1/10
th
second
accuracy. You can be at any place on the track but must be heading in approximately the same
direction as the reference lap for the timing to work.
Start / Finish
Line
Valid positions
for lap timing
Initial position
Bad heading
Too far away
Figure 9 - Lap Timing
The Start/Finish Location is stored on the Display Unit for each track, so once you enter it you
should not have to enter it again unless you delete the track from memory or upgrade your DU
software.
To use the lap timing feature Select “Record Data” from the Main Menu and then Select “Laps”.
You will see
Figure 10 - Acquiring GPS Screen
until GPS signal is acquired. If this takes more than a minute, check your antenna connection and
ensure that the antenna has a clear view of the sky.