Other Connect-controlled capabilities
The capabilities of the Connected app are deep and constantly growing. Best discovered by
exploring; we’ll highlight them here:
Firmware Updates
The software that runs the Atlas 2 (known as firmware) is constantly evolving, with new features,
improved algorithms, and more. Vakaros Connect will let you know when a new version is
available, and walk you through the installation process. Updates are installed wirelessly on the
Atlas 2, and the whole process only takes about a minute!
Backlight
The Atlas 2 has a vision-protecting red backlight, and the level can be controlled via the app.
The backlight also backlights the side buttons, and lightly backlights the LEDs (so you can see
which ones are OFF, a key RaceSense feature). Future versions of the Atlas 2 firmware will add
on-device backlight control, as well as an automatic mode that uses the ambient light sensor
built into the Atlas 2 to turn the backlight on when needed.
Profiles
Atlas profiles are collections of boat data and settings that can be switched as a unit. That
means you can set settings for a J70 racing with a 3 minute rolling clock, and a Star using a 5
minute sequence, and save settings (like bow offset) for each. Switching is a click away.
Clock
Switch timezone, set seeing a 12 or 24 hour clock.
Orientation Offset
Correct for mounting offset in all three planes (Heel, Trim, and Yaw).
Starting Timer
Set minutes to the starting signal, and choose if the Atlas makes countdown sounds.
Bow offset
Choose to use one or not, and if yes select the distance and the units used.
Magnetic Heading
Choose if the compass will display in degrees magnetic or true, and the dampening level.
GPS Dampening
Select the amount of dampening for both Speed over Ground (SOG) and Course Over Ground
(SOG) readings.
IMU Dampening
Select the amount of dampening for both heel and trim.
Atlas 2 User Manual
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