TireX - Revision history

Brentp: /* Mounting Orientation */

2026-05-29T00:40:27Z

Mounting Orientation

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	==Mounting Orientation==		==Mounting Orientation==
	We recommend mounting TireX above the tire, with the cable pointing towards the rear of the vehicle.		We recommend mounting TireX above the tire, with the cable pointing towards the rear of the vehicle.
	* '''Note:''' you can clock the mounting point so the sensor is mounted at the front or rear of the wheel well; just ensure the orientation remains the same.
			* '''Note:''' Mounting above the tire is especially ideal for the front tires, as this will minimize errors during turning. However, you can clock the mounting point so the sensor is mounted at the front or rear of the wheel well; just ensure the orientation remains the same.
	[[Image:tirex_mounting_orientation.jpg]]		[[Image:tirex_mounting_orientation.jpg]]

	==Mounting Distance==		==Mounting Distance==
	TireX has a wide aspect ratio of 110 degrees, so you can use some trigonometry to calculate the distance. Here are some examples:		TireX has a wide aspect ratio of 110 degrees, so you can use some trigonometry to calculate the distance. Here are some examples:

Brentp: /* Connect Each TireX Sensor to the Wiring Harness */

2026-02-13T15:58:24Z

Connect Each TireX Sensor to the Wiring Harness

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	* Route a 3 m segment to the left-rear corner and connect the final sensor.		* Route a 3 m segment to the left-rear corner and connect the final sensor.
	* Install the inline CAN terminator at this last sensor.		* Install the inline CAN terminator at this last sensor.

			[[image:TireX_plug_and_play_harness_assembled_with_sensors_cropped.jpg\|500px]]

	==Software Setup==		==Software Setup==

Brentp: /* Connect Each TireX sensor to the Wiring harness */

2026-02-13T15:56:17Z

Connect Each TireX sensor to the Wiring harness

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 This will plug into the TireX harness, and then on the pigtail side you will connect it to your system's CAN bus and 12v, on the same circuit powering your data system.
 ==TireX Connection==
-===Connect Each TireX sensor to the Wiring harness===
+=== Connect Each TireX Sensor to the Wiring Harness ===
-* Connect each TireX sensor to one of the Y-splitter connections of the TireX plug and play harness.
-* Connect the last TireX sensor to the end of the harness chain, where the CAN terminator is attached.
+To maintain proper CAN bus signal integrity, connect the sensors in a daisy-chain configuration. Install the inline CAN terminator at the final sensor in the chain.
 ==Software Setup==

Brentp: /* Use the Dual CAN splitter */

2024-12-09T15:37:57Z

Use the Dual CAN splitter

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	https://www.autosportlabs.com/product/can1-can2-dual-can-splitter/<br/>		https://www.autosportlabs.com/product/can1-can2-dual-can-splitter/<br/>
	This splitter connects to the dual CAN port of your system, and TireX connects to the CAN2 ("B" connection) branch on the splitter.		This splitter connects to the dual CAN port of your system, and TireX connects to the CAN2 ("B" connection) branch on the splitter.

			[[image:ASL_DUAL_CAN_SPLITTER.jpg]]

	===For older generation RaceCapture systems with RJ45 connector===		===For older generation RaceCapture systems with RJ45 connector===

Brentp: /* For newer plug and play RaceCapture and PodiumConnect systems */

2024-12-09T15:37:03Z

For newer plug and play RaceCapture and PodiumConnect systems

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	===For newer plug and play RaceCapture and PodiumConnect systems===		===For newer plug and play RaceCapture and PodiumConnect systems===
	You have two plug and play options for connecting the TireX harness:		You have two plug and play options for connecting the TireX harness:
	====~~Using the Dual CAN hub====~~		====Use the Dual CAN splitter====
	~~Get the 8 port hub and dual CAN link cable<br/>~~
	~~https://www.autosportlabs.com/product/powered-8-port-dual-can-bus-hub-kit/<br/>~~
	~~https://www.autosportlabs.com/product/racecapture-m8-to-dual-can-bus-link-cable/<br/>~~
	~~The cable connects the hub to your system, and then the TireX harness plugs into the hub.~~
	~~====Minimal installation using~~ the Dual CAN splitter====
	For a minimal installation, use the Dual CAN splitter<br/>		For a minimal installation, use the Dual CAN splitter<br/>
	https://www.autosportlabs.com/product/can1-can2-dual-can-splitter/<br/>		https://www.autosportlabs.com/product/can1-can2-dual-can-splitter/<br/>
	This splitter connects to the dual CAN port of your system, and TireX connects to the CAN2 branch on the splitter.		This splitter connects to the dual CAN port of your system, and TireX connects to the CAN2 ("B" connection) branch on the splitter.

	===For older generation RaceCapture systems with RJ45 connector===		===For older generation RaceCapture systems with RJ45 connector===
	====Plug and Play option====		====Plug and Play option====

Brentp: /* TireX 4-corner plug and play harness */

2024-12-09T15:34:12Z

TireX 4-corner plug and play harness

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	We recommend using the TireX 4-corner plug and play harness for the easiest installation.<br/>		We recommend using the TireX 4-corner plug and play harness for the easiest installation.<br/>
	https://www.autosportlabs.com/product/tirex-4-corner-plug-and-play-harness/		https://www.autosportlabs.com/product/tirex-4-corner-plug-and-play-harness/

			[[image:TireX_plug_and_play_harness_assembled_with_sensors_cropped.jpg\|1024px]]
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			[[image:TireX_plug_and_play_harness_closeup_2_sensors_connected_top_view.jpg\|400px]]
			[[image:TireX_plug_and_play_harness_closeup_2_sensors_connected_end_view.jpg\|400px]]

	===By System===		===By System===
	===For newer plug and play RaceCapture and PodiumConnect systems===		===For newer plug and play RaceCapture and PodiumConnect systems===

Brentp: /* Write the settings back to your RaceCapture System */

2024-06-13T15:43:23Z

Write the settings back to your RaceCapture System

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	===Write the settings back to your RaceCapture System===		===Write the settings back to your RaceCapture System===
	* Press the '''Write''' button to write your new settings to the system.		* Press the '''Write''' button to write your new settings to the system.

			===Ensure RaceCapture / TireX is powered by 12v===
			* Ensure the TireX sensor(s) are receiving 12v power. If powered via RaceCapture via the plug and play harness, ensure RaceCapture is powered with 12v.

			* '''Note''': USB power is insufficient for powering the CAN bus network.

	===Verify the TireX data on the dashboard===		===Verify the TireX data on the dashboard===

Brentp: /* Mounting Distance */

2024-05-29T21:44:02Z

Mounting Distance

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	* 315 width = 110mm		* 315 width = 110mm

	[https://www.triangle-calculator.com/?what=iso&a=C%3D110%2C+b%3D245&submit=Solve Here's a convenient online calculator]		[https://www.triangle-calculator.com/?what=iso&a=C%3D110%2C+c%3D245&submit=Solve Here's a convenient online calculator]

	Tip: you can mount TireX at a further distance if you use the middle channels. Example:		Tip: you can mount TireX at a further distance if you use the middle channels. Example:

Brentp: /* Disassembly and replacing harness */

2023-12-27T20:37:36Z

Disassembly and replacing harness

Brentp: /* Replacing harness */

2023-12-27T20:25:19Z

Replacing harness

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	When re-assembling the sensor, ensure the sensor and enclosure seals are correctly seated, and torque the enclosure screws evenly.		When re-assembling the sensor, ensure the sensor and enclosure seals are correctly seated, and torque the enclosure screws evenly.

	= ~~Replacing~~ harness =		= Disassembly and replacing harness =
	In the event the TireX pigtail is damaged, it can be replaced by the end user relatively easily.		In the event the TireX pigtail is damaged, it can be replaced by the end user relatively easily.

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	* Remove the circuit board by pressing the sensor from the outside of the enclosure.		* Remove the circuit board by pressing the sensor from the outside of the enclosure.
	* Remove the red seal around the sensor, and set aside.		* Remove the red seal around the sensor, and set aside.
	* Using a small flat bladed screwdriver, '''carefully'' unplug the the harness from the circuit board. Gently pry away the harness connection from each side until it pops out of the connector.		* Using a small flat bladed screwdriver, '''carefully''' unplug the the harness from the circuit board. Gently pry away the harness connection from each side until it pops out of the connector.


	Re-assembly steps:		Re-assembly steps:
	* Re-insert the red sensor seal into the back of the main enclosure, so that it is installed and flush with the outside of the enclosure		* Re-insert the red sensor seal into the back of the main enclosure, so that it is installed and flush with the outside of the enclosure
	* Plug the new harness into the circuit board. The connector mounts only one direction, and it should press in with just finger pressure. Ensure it is fully seated.		* Plug the new harness into the circuit board. The connector mounts only one direction, and it should press in with just finger pressure. Ensure it is fully seated.
	* Locate the cable notch on the enclosure. Press the harness into this notch, centered on the thick section near the end of the harness, close to the PCB connector. You may use finger / thumb pressure, or gently with a pair of cushioned pliers to prevent marring the enclosure. (you can wrap tape around ~~a pair~~ of pliers). Press it in until it is fully inserted into the notch.		* Locate the cable notch on the enclosure. Press the harness into this notch, centered on the thick section near the end of the harness, close to the PCB connector. You may use finger / thumb pressure, or gently with a pair of cushioned pliers to prevent marring the enclosure. (you can wrap tape around the jaws of the pliers). Press it in until it is fully inserted into the notch.
	* Press the PCB into the enclosure, focusing on pressing the sensor into the red seal.		* Press the PCB into the enclosure, focusing on pressing the sensor into the red seal.
	* Inspect the opposite side of the enclosure, ensuring the sensor is properly seated into the seal, and no edges are caught.		* Inspect the opposite side of the enclosure, ensuring the sensor is properly seated into the seal, and no edges are caught.
	* On the PCB, ensure the silicone pad is still mounted opposite of the sensor.		* On the PCB, ensure the silicone pad is still mounted opposite of the sensor.
	* Re-attach the black gasket onto the back lid of the enclosure, making sure the notch in the gasket matches the relief made in the lid to allow cable exit.		* Re-attach the black gasket onto the back lid of the enclosure, making sure the notch in the gasket matches the relief made in the lid to allow cable exit.
	* Mount the back lid of onto the main body of the enclosure, ensuring the black gasket is properly inserted into the enclosure, with no pinching or caught edges. The stepped design of the gasket is designed to sure the back lid is perfectly centered.		* Mount the back lid of onto the main body of the enclosure, ensuring the black gasket is properly inserted into the enclosure, with no pinching or caught edges. The stepped design of the gasket is designed to sure the back lid is perfectly centered. '''Ensure the cable relief of the bottom lid is installed in the direction where the cable exits'''
	* Re-attach the 4 screws, torquing evenly until there is slight compression of the gasket.		* Re-attach the 4 screws, torquing evenly until there is slight compression of the gasket.
	* Test for proper operation before re-attaching it to the vehicle.		* Test for proper operation before re-attaching it to the vehicle.
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