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ULW Czech, s.r.o. 

V Ráji 34, Praha 9 

Hostavice, 198 00, CZ, IČO: 28256212, DIČ: CZ28256212

 

 

Carpe Iter Pad v3 Manual 

v2.3 

April 9, 2022 

Applicable models: v3 

(“

Device

 

or “

CI Pad

Table of contents 

1. 

General description ......................................................................................................................... 1 

2. 

Accessories ...................................................................................................................................... 1 

3. 

Before first use ................................................................................................................................ 2 

4. 

Controlling elements, ports ............................................................................................................. 2 

5. 

Use 

 Android general tips .............................................................................................................. 4 

6. 

Use 

 Carpe Iter specifics ................................................................................................................ 5 

7. 

Charging/Battery Indicator .............................................................................................................. 6 

8. 

Operating conditions / instructions ................................................................................................ 7 

9. 

Carpe Iter Holder (“

Holder

”)

 ........................................................................................................... 8 

10. 

Power source ............................................................................................................................. 13 

11. 

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 15 

12. 

Disclaimer .................................................................................................................................. 19 

13. 

Manufacturer’s Warranty

 .......................................................................................................... 19 

 

1.

 

General description 

1.1.

 

The Device is Android powered smart device, which is able to run most applications 
designed for the respective Android generation; 

1.2.

 

Please refer to technical specifications of your model for more detailed description of the 

Device’s features and abilities

2.

 

Accessories 

2.1.

 

Standard accessories for CI Pad: 

2.1.1.

 

cloth pouch with shoulder strap; 

2.1.2.

 

USB-A to USB-C adapter; 

2.1.3.

 

SIM card adapter; 

2.1.4.

 

wall USB charger (EU style); 

2.1.5.

 

M8 charging cable with dust cap for M8 charging connector. The M8 charging 
cable mates with our proprietary 12V power source for use on vehicles with 12VDC 

Summary of Contents for v3

Page 1: ...g 15 12 Disclaimer 19 13 Manufacturer s Warranty 19 1 General description 1 1 The Device is Android powered smart device which is able to run most applications designed for the respective Android generation 1 2 Please refer to technical specifications of your model for more detailed description of the Device s features and abilities 2 Accessories 2 1 Standard accessories for CI Pad 2 1 1 cloth pou...

Page 2: ...il 5 2022 include brackets to retain the M8 charging cable Please see addendum to this manual for installation instructions 2 4 Pogo pin charging version of the Holder might require installation of that connector by the user Please see addendum to this manual for installation instructions 3 Before first use 3 1 Before first use charge the Device to 100 battery capacity with the provided USB wall c...

Page 3: ...and SD card slot and audio jack is protected by flaps Those flaps must be properly closed to achieve water and dust resistance Closing the flaps incorrectly will damage them when inserting the Device into the Carpe Iter Holder Holder Do not use sharp object to open the flaps it will damage the seal embedded into the flap and compromise water resistance and allow dust and debris to enter the Device...

Page 4: ...lock into position push deeply into the Device until you hear a click Do no use a sharp object or you might damage your SIM SD card or the port 4 10 When the M8 charging cable is not used always screw back the M8 charging connector cap firmly or water resistance of the Device can be compromised Closing caps are available as spare parts 5 Use Android general tips 5 1 The Device is powered by Androi...

Page 5: ...es 5 3 4 you can use the same Google account on the Device which you use on your Android smartphone That will let you enjoy apps you might have already purchased also on the Device subject to operating system compatibility and subject to other limitations Google might chose to impose on your purchases 5 3 5 It might take a while before your previous purchases appear as available for download In ex...

Page 6: ...n be purchased separately 7 5 NEVER charge the Device via USB and M8 charging connector simultaneously NEVER charge the Device via USB and Holder simultaneously 7 6 USB C port must not be used when the Device is employed on a vehicle especially not on a motorcycle except when stationary with engine off The shocks and vibrations the Device will receive when riding will damage the USB port 7 7 M8 ch...

Page 7: ...from your vehicle and store it in a safe place with temperature between 0 35 C 8 2 The Device should not be operated outside ambient temperature range between 0 40 C or the battery contained in the Device or it s electronics can be damaged The Device has temperature protection system which might cause the Device not to start or shut down automatically when the operating temperature range is exceed...

Page 8: ...by pulses generated by the charger 8 10 When the Device is not in use power it off to prevent complete battery depletion The Device will power down automatically when the battery is close to depletion Nevertheless the Device still consumes small amount of energy even when in OFF state which could lead to deep battery discharge if the Device was powered down at low battery level or even powered dow...

Page 9: ...e Device they could be damaged inside even if you cannot see any damage with naked eye Damaged charging pins will cause charging problems no charging or insufficient charging 9 7 Protect the charging pins from being connected to one another with electrically conductive materials 9 8 Mounting Holder 9 8 1 The base plate of the Holder contains 6 nuts for M5 screws Screws are not included 9 8 2 The m...

Page 10: ...lies especially if you plan to use the Holder and the Device off the paved roads 9 8 9 Mounting tips 9 8 9 1 Soft mounting style e g Ram Mounts balls is not recommended for motorcycles If you must use this mounting style for some reason use at least C size ball 1 5 inch 9 8 9 2 Although some motorcycles provide GPS mounting brackets e g Yamaha T700 they might not be strong enough to support heavy ...

Page 11: ...ll port flaps properly see Section 4 5 and 4 6 If the flaps remain even slightly open when you insert the Device into the Holder they will be damaged 9 9 3 2 Open the spring loaded retaining hook with one hand With the Device slightly lifted push the Device gently into the fixed retaining hooks with the other hand 9 9 3 3 Make sure the Device is properly aligned with location elements on the longe...

Page 12: ...cause charging issues and premature failure of the charging pins in the Holder and or Device failure due to excessive vibrations and shocks 9 10 Maintenance 9 10 1 Regularly check for loose screws and torque them as required 9 10 2 Regularly check the Holder for bends especially after a crash Bent Holder might not ensure correct charging and secure retention of the Device 9 10 3 Regularly clean th...

Page 13: ...input wires and 2 connectors on the output The output connectors may be connected to the Holder and M8 charging cable simultaneously 10 1 2 M8 charging cable must NOT be connected to a second power source when charging the Device from both the Holder and M8 charging connector or it will damage or destroy the Device 10 1 3 The power source requires direct current DC input with voltage exceeding 13 ...

Page 14: ...cle can handle a stable power draw of at least 15W approx 1A at 14V 10 1 11 If your vehicle cannot provide the minimum voltage required for the power source operation 13 1V there is an alternative power source available as paid accessory which will engage at 10V but which will NOT provide a protection of the vehicle s battery against depletion in case you leave the Device charging in the Holder wi...

Page 15: ...e operated in ambient temperatures up to 60 C The output current generated by the power source might decrease when ambient temperature exceeds 50 C Do not place the power source close to your vehicle s engine or cooling radiators or overheating can occur 11 Troubleshooting 11 1 Software issues 11 1 1 If the Device is malfunctioning or you are experiencing application crashes or hangs reboot and or...

Page 16: ... is a good sky view First position lock after longer period of idle or after significantly changing location after last position lock might take longer time especially if the Device is not connected to internet up to 10 minutes to achieve first position lock Subsequent position locks should be much faster If position lock is not achieved under the aforesaid conditions contact our support team 11 3...

Page 17: ...ectricity 11 6 2 Holder M8 charging cable A Power source does not show green LED check voltage on the input of the power source It needs to be above 13 1V Possible causes engine not running bad alternator burnt fuse broken wire bad contact B Power source does not show green LED voltage on input of the power source is above 13 1V check polarity wait for 30 seconds the power source does not start im...

Page 18: ...7 5 check ripple current voltage on your vehicle oscilloscope and electricians skills required have a professional workshop perform the check If the ripple voltage exceeds 50mV it might affect proper function of the Holder power source Ripple voltage exceeding 50mV indicates bad alternator DC rectifier in your vehicle 11 8 System battery level indicator seems wrong 11 8 1 System battery level indi...

Page 19: ... the scope set forth below for defects which exist upon delivery of an Item to the shipping address provided by you upon purchase and which shall manifest within the period of 2 year as of the date of the original purchase if you are a consumer and 1 year as of the date of the original purchase if you are a business you provided business identification number or VAT number upon purchase This warra...

Page 20: ...ment to be credited to our bank account before your warranty claim is processed 13 9 We shall be free to choose any of the following actions to satisfy your warranty claim 13 9 1 repair if repair is economical 13 9 2 adequate monetary compensation 13 9 3 replacement of the defective Item 13 10 We may always choose to replace a defective Item instead of carrying out a repair or providing monetary c...

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