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RaceCapture/Pro MK4 is our latest generation motorsports telemetry system, packed with features for Endurance Racing, Sprint Racing, Autocross, Time Attack and more.
RaceCapture/Pro MK4 is our latest generation motorsports telemetry system, packed with features for Endurance Racing, Sprint Racing, Autocross, Time Attack and more.


===Product Brief===
Download [[Image:download-pdf-90x90.jpg|32px|link=https://www.autosportlabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RaceCapture_Pro-MK3-product-brief.pdf]]


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=Guides=
=Guides=
* '''[[RaceCapture-Pro_MK4#Quick_Start|Jump to quick start guide]]'''
* '''[[RaceCapture-Pro_MK4#Quick_Start|Jump to quick start guide]]'''
* [[RacecapturePro_MK4_hardware_install|Hardware Installation guide]]
* '''[[RaceCapture_App_User%27s_Guide|RaceCapture App user's guide]]'''
* '''[[Harness_specifications|Plug and play harness system for sensors and devices]]'''
* [[Vehicle_Specific_Guides|Vehicle Specific Guides]]
* [[RacecapturePro_MK4_hardware_install|Jump to Hardware guide]]
* [[RaceCapture_real_time_telemetry|Real-time Telemetry guide]]
* [[RaceCapture_real_time_telemetry|Real-time Telemetry guide]]
<!-- * [[RaceCapture_App_User%27s_Guide|RaceCapture App user's guide]] -->
* [[RaceCaptureLoggingData|Logging Data]]
* [[RaceCaptureLoggingData|Logging Data]]
* [[RCP_CAN|CAN bus / ECU sensor guide]]
* [[RCP_CAN|CAN bus / ECU sensor guide]]
* [[RC_OBDII|OBDII Guide]]
* [[RC_OBDII|OBDII Guide]]
*[[RaceCapturePro_Sensors|Sensor guide]]
*[[RaceCapturePro_Lua_Scripting|Lua scripting guide]]
*[[RaceCapturePro_Lua_Scripting|Lua scripting guide]]
*[[RaceCapturePro_Lua_Scripting_Examples|Lua script examples]]
*[[RaceCapturePro_Lua_Scripting_Examples|Lua script examples]]
*[[RaceCapturePro_Sensors|Sensor guide]]
*[[CoilX|CoilX Tach interface to ignition coils guide]]
*[[CoilX|CoilX Tach interface to ignition coils guide]]
*[[AutomaticCameraControl|Automatic Camera control guide]]
*[[AutomaticCameraControl|Automatic Camera control guide]]
*[[RaceCapture_RaceRender_Guide|Exporting to RaceRender guide]]
*[[RaceCapture_DashWare_Guide|Creating video with RCP data overlay using DashWare]]
*[[RaceCapture_DashWare_Guide|Creating video with RCP data overlay using DashWare]]
*[[RaceCapture_RaceRender_Guide|Exporting to RaceRender guide]]
*[[Podium_Driver_Data_Analysis|Data Analysis in Podium to become a faster driver]]
*[[Podium_Driver_Data_Analysis|Data Analysis in Podium to become a faster driver]]
*[[RaceCapture_Dashboard_Tablet_Automation|Automating Tablets/Phones for use as Dashboards Guide]]
*[[RaceCapture_Dashboard_Tablet_Automation|Automating Tablets/Phones for use as Dashboards Guide]]
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=Quick Start=
=Quick Start=
==Powering Up==
==Powering Up==
[[Image:RaceCapturePro_MK3_powering_options.png]]
[[Image:RaceCapturePro_MK4_powering_options.jpg]]
===Using optional OBDII cable (2008+ vehicles)===
===Using optional OBDII cable (2008+ vehicles)===
* Plug one end of the cable into the RaceCapture unit
* Plug one end of the cable into the RaceCapture unit
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=====USB Drivers=====
=====USB Drivers=====
*''' Windows 10/11''':  Windows 10 has built in USB drivers that support RaceCapture; no separate driver installation needed.
*''' Windows 10/11''':  Windows 10 has built in USB drivers that support RaceCapture; no separate driver installation needed.
*'''Windows XP, 7, 8''': Not supported due to outdated video drivers, but may work depending on the video hardware used. USB drivers will require installation [[RaceCapture-Track_MK2#Microsoft_Windows_7.2F8_Driver_installation|instructions below.]]
*'''Windows XP, 7, 8''': Not supported due to outdated video drivers, but may work depending on the video hardware used. USB drivers will require installation [[RaceCapture_App_User%27s_Guide#Microsoft_Windows_7.2F8_Driver_installation|instructions below.]]




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The RaceCapture app will guide you through a brief automated setup and tour. During this process the connection to RaceCapture/Pro will be verified.
The RaceCapture app will guide you through a brief automated setup and tour. During this process the connection to RaceCapture/Pro will be verified.


{{#evu:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZrx4w1Y_rc}}
[[image:racecapture_app_first_time_setup.gif|800px]]
 
==RaceCapture App Tour==
 
===System Status===
Access the system status pages through the top left menu. The system status offers information on GPS status, current WiFi state and more. You can also get a copy of the RaceCapture application log for diagnostics.
 
[[image:RaceCapture_status_page.png|640px]]
 
===Dashboard Mode===
To view your dashboard, touch the dashboard option on the main screen.
 
[[image:RC_app_dash_screenshot.png|640px]]
====Customizing a gauge====
Most gauges can be customized for the channel and setting visual alerts. Touch the gauge you wish to customize, select the channel you wish to monitor and optionally configure alerts.
 
====Navigating dashboard screens====
You can navigate between dashboard screens by swiping left or right, or press the arrow buttons in the lower corners of the screen.
 
====Track mapping and predictive lap timing====
RaceCapture/Pro offers predictive lap timing, which relies on a robust track detection system leveraging hundreds of track maps worldwide.
 
[[image:RaceCapture_trackmap_browser.png|640px]]
 
=====How it works=====
* When GPS receives a lock, RaceCapture will search for a nearby track.
* If a track is detected with one configuration, it is automatically selected.
* If a track is detected with multiple configurations, the RaceCapture app will prompt you for which configuration you're using.
* If no tracks are detected nearby, the RaceCapture app will offer the ability to create a track on the spot.
** If you're not able to immediately create the track, you can do so later under '''Setup'''.
* '''Track not found?''' [[RaceTracks|Submit the track to us]] and we'll get it into our online database.
 
[[image:RaceCapture_create_custom_track.png|640px]]
 
===Setup Mode===
You can configure all of RaceCapture's options under the setup page.
 
When the RaceCapture app detects the connected hardware, it will read the current setup from the device.
* The setup information is presented as a series of pages, by topic.
* When you change something on a setup page, you'll need to '''Write''' the changes back to the unit - they do not take effect immediately.
 
[[Image:racecapture_setup_buttons.png]]
 
====Explanation of buttons====
* '''Save''':  Save the current RaceCapture setup to a file, for backup.
* '''Open''': Load a previously saved setup file.
* '''Read''':  Read the current setup from the RaceCapture device.
* '''Write''': Writes any updated changes back to the RaceCapture device. '''Note: when you see the write button glowing / pulsing, it means there are pending changes to write back to the RaceCapture device'''
 
====Race Tracks====
On the Race Tracks page you can create a custom track, which will be included in the library of track maps for automatic detection. To create a custom track, turn off 'Automatic race track detection' and then press the add (+) button. You will be presented with an option to create a circuit or Autocross (point-point) style course. Follow the on-screen instructions to create your track.
 
[[image:RaceCapture_select_track_type.png|640px]]
 
====GPS====
The GPS page allows you to adjust the GPS sample rate and enable/disable various channels.
* '''Note:''' We highly recommend you keep the default channels enabled for proper operation of analysis and lap timing.
* 10Hz is the recommended sample rate for the best balance of performance / accuracy. [[RaceCapturePro2_GPS|Getting the best GPS performance]]
 
====Race Timing====
These enable the lap timer and predictive lap timer. Leave these 'on' to enable these features.


====Analog Sensors====
==Next Steps==
Here you can configure and calibrate your analog sensors.  
===Using the RaceCapture app===
See the [[RaceCapture_App_User%27s_Guide|RaceCapture App User's guide]] for a full tour of using the app and setting up your system.


====Accel / Gyro====
===Connecting sensors and accessories===
The recommended mounting orientation for RaceCapture is square with the chassis.
See the [[Harness_specifications|Plug and Play harness guide]] to learn how sensors and devices connect to your system
* You can re-map channels by re-assigning the physical axis to the mapped channel.
* Once defined, you can calibrate the accelerometer + gyro by pressing the calibrate button, and then pressing the '''write''' button to write the calibration back to RaceCapture.
 
[[image:RaceCapture_imu_config.png|640px]]
 
====CAN bus====
For OBDII operation, ensure the CAN bus is set to '''On'''. 
* Common baud rates for OBDII are 500K and 250K. The default is 500K, which applies to nearly every CAN OBDII vehicle.  AIM CAN is 1M.
 
[[image:RaceCapture_CAN_config.png|640px]]
 
====OBDII====
You can select from a standard list of OBDII channels on the OBDII configuration screen.
 
[[image:RaceCapture_OBDII_config.png|640px]]
=====Selecting sample rates=====
For channels that require a faster response rate, like RPM and TPS, we recommend 10, 25 or 50Hz. More slowly changing channels like EngineTemperature should be set to 1 or 5Hz.
 
* '''Note about unsupported channels:''' If your ECU does not support a channel, the value will remain at 0. RaceCapture will time-out waiting for a response from the ECU, which will affect the performance of other channels. We recommend removing all unsupported channels to ensure optimal OBDII performance.
 
====Wireless====
You can configure RaceCapture's WiFi for both '''Access Point''' and '''Client''' mode.
 
[[image:RaceCapture_WiFi_config.png|640px]]
=====Client Mode=====
To enable client mode, specify the SSID and password for the network you wish to connect to and turn the client mode switch to '''on'''
 
=====Access Point Mode=====
To enable the RaceCapture access point, specify the SSID and a password.
* '''Note:''' If specified, passwords must be minimum of 8 characters. Leave the field blank to create an open network.
 
====Real-time Telemetry====
[[image:podium.png|thumb|200px]]
You can live-stream your data to [http://podium.live Podium] so you can compare and share laps and runs with your friends.
 
* [[RaceCapture_real_time_telemetry|RaceCapture real time telemetry setup guide]]
 
<img src="http://i.imgur.com/WzHsdU1.gif" width="640"/>
 
 
 
=====Enabling Telemetry=====
* Create an account on [http://podium.live Podium] and create a device ID.
* Enter the provided device ID into the telemetry configuration page of your RaceCapture app
* Enable the telemetry option in the top level application preferences.
 
[[image:RaceCapture_telemetry_config.png|640px]]
 
====Diagnostic Logs====
To view the log messages provided by the RaceCapture unit, you can enable the '''Poll log''' check box. You can copy the current log to the clipboard by pressing the '''Copy''' button.
* '''Note:''' These logs are useful for diagnosing issues with your RaceCapture unit.
 
===Analysis Mode===
RaceCapture will automatically record your session in the background while in dashboard mode. To view the data, enter the '''Analysis''' mode and load an existing session. The session will be automatically named with the local track or with a timestamp.
 
{{#evu:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hi9nA2N87RY}}
 
====Reviewing Laps====
If the data contains lap times, the laps will be shown in the dropdown list on the right. Select the laps you wish to compare; the '''Speed''' channel is selected by default.
* '''Comparing additional channels''': You can review additional channels by pressing the gear icon on the line chart.
 
====Navigating data====
Swipe across the data to compare various points correlated with the position on the track map.
* '''Zooming''' you can zoom the chart using a two-finger pinch gesture, or using the mouse scroll wheel or your laptop's trackpad scroll feature.
 
====Selecting time vs distance====
You can switch between time and distance data comparison by accessing the chart options, or pressing the -> or clock icon in the line chart.
 
====Reviewing raw data====
If your data contains no laps, such as data from a static test or dyno pull, the data will be present in one entry under the loaded session. Select this entry to view the data. The RaceCapture app will auto-select the '''Time''' dimension if it detects no significant distance traveled within the data.
 
====Comparing laps / runs between sessions====
You can compare data between sessions if they are in a coinciding location - just load multiple sessions and select laps between those sessions.
 
====Exporting Data====
You can export your sessions from your list of saved sessions.
 
=====Android=====
* Under your Analysis session list, export your session by pressing the export button, to the right of the name of the session.
* Export this to your local Android device storage.
* Connect your Android device to your computer using a USB cable.  The Android device will appear as a removable storage device.
* Copy the exported log file from your Android device to your computer.
 
=====iOS=====
* Under your Analysis session list, export your session by pressing the export button, to the right of the name of the session.
* Export this to your local iOS device storage.
* Connect your iOS device to your computer using a USB cable.
* Access the iOS device using the iTunes file sharing capability.  We recommend [http://www.i-funbox.com/en/index.html iFunBox] as an easy to use tool.
* Copy the exported log file from your iOS device to your computer.
 
====Importing to 3rd party software====
 
The RaceCapture log file format is plain CSV, which can be imported into 3rd party software.
 
* '''RaceRender''' provides native support for the RaceCapture log file format.  See the [[RaceCapture_RaceRender_Guide|exporting to RaceRender guide]].
* '''DashWare''' has been used by RaceCapture customers - Rowan Hick has a write-up on [https://www.rowanhick.com/2016/01/07/racecapture-pro-dashware-win Dashware integration].


=Specifications=
=Specifications=
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|-
| Channels
| Channels
| 3
| 4
|-
|-
| Output mode type
| Output mode type
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| CAN termination
| CAN termination
| Software controlled
| Software controlled
|-
| style="text-align: center" colspan="2" | '''Serial'''
|-
| Aux Serial
| RS232
|-
| Max Baud Rate
| 230400
|-
|-
| style="text-align: center" colspan="2" | '''Cellular Telemetry (Optional)'''
| style="text-align: center" colspan="2" | '''Cellular Telemetry (Optional)'''
|-
|-
| Cellular
| Optional Cellular
| 3.5G GSM worldwide compatible
| 4G LTE worldwide compatible
|-
|-
| Maximum Sample Rate
| Maximum Sample Rate
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|-
| Bluetooth
| Bluetooth
| Bluetooth 2.0
| Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
|-
|-
| Maximum Sample Rate
| Maximum Sample Rate
| 50Hz (Bluetooth and WiFi)
| 50Hz (Bluetooth and WiFi)
|-
|-
| style="text-align: center" colspan="2" | '''GPS'''
| style="text-align: center" colspan="2" | '''GNSS'''
|-
|-
| GPS Type
| Constellations Supported
| GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
|-
| Antenna Type
| External active antenna
| External active antenna
|-
|-
| Sample Rates supported
| Sample Rates supported
| 1 / 5 / 10 / 25 / 50Hz
| 1 / 5 / 10 / 25Hz
|-
|-
| GPS accuracy
| Accuracy
| 2.5M CEP
| 2.5M CEP
|-
|-
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|-
| CAN bus direct mapping
| CAN bus direct mapping
| 30 direct CAN mapping channels
| 100 direct CAN mapping channels
|-
|-
| style="text-align: center" colspan="2" | '''Capabilities'''
| style="text-align: center" colspan="2" | '''Capabilities'''
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| 20
| 20
|-
|-
| Analysis
| Logging file format
| Included in the RaceCapture App
| Plain CSV
|-
| Export data format
| Plain CSV (RaceRender compatible)
|-
|-
| style="text-align: center" colspan="2" | '''Physical'''
| style="text-align: center" colspan="2" | '''Physical'''
|-
|-
| Dimensions
| Dimensions
| 150 x 85 x 30mm (5.9 x 3.35 x 1.18in)
| 150 x 100 x 30mm (5.9 x 3.35 x 1.18in) enclosure; 5mm mounting ears on 140mm centers; Enclosure body 85mm (connectors extend 15mm beyond main enclosure body).
|-
|-
| Temperature range
| Temperature range
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|-
| Environmental
| Environmental
| IP50 rated
| Connectors: IP67 / enclosure IP51
|-
|-
| Weight
| Weight
| 255g (12 oz)
| 255g (12 oz)
|-
|-
| Physical
| Connectors
| Molex Connector, 24 pins SMA for external GPS antenna SMA for cellular module
| M12 12P female (Analog inputs); M12 12P female (Digital / RPM inputs); M8 6P female (CAN1/CAN2/Power); M8 4P female (CAN1/Power); SMA (GPS); RP-SMA (Cellular)
|-
| Power supply and Consumption (max)
| System voltage: 9 - 24v (40v surge protection) / Power: Main System: 0.6W With Wireless: 1.6W With Cellular Telemetry: 8.6W With Cellular Telemetry and Wireless active: 9.6W
|-
|-
| Power Consumption (max)
| Recommended Fuse
| Main System: 0.6W With Wireless: 1.6W With Cellular Telemetry: 8.6W With Cellular Telemetry and Wireless active: 9.6W
| 5A
|}
|}

Latest revision as of 08:52, 31 December 2023

Overview

RaceCapture/Pro MK4 is our latest generation motorsports telemetry system, packed with features for Endurance Racing, Sprint Racing, Autocross, Time Attack and more.


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Guides

How To

Reference

Quick Start

Powering Up

RaceCapturePro MK4 powering options.jpg

Using optional OBDII cable (2008+ vehicles)

  • Plug one end of the cable into the RaceCapture unit
  • Plug the other end of the cable into your car's OBDII port.
  • Power and OBDII data will be provided to RaceCapture/Pro.

Powering via 12v

Plug the supplied power + CAN data pigtail into the RaceCapture system.

  • Connect Red to 12v
  • Connect Black to Ground

Testing on the Bench

You can power RaceCapture/Pro with just the included USB cable. Simply plug one end into your computer, and the other end into the USB connection on the front of the unit.

  • Note: When powering only with USB, the voltage reference output will only be at approximately 4.7 volts, which can cause a mis-reading of sensor values. When precise sensor readings are required, provide 12v power to RaceCapture.

Install the RaceCapture app

On Desktop

USB Drivers
  • Windows 10/11: Windows 10 has built in USB drivers that support RaceCapture; no separate driver installation needed.
  • Windows XP, 7, 8: Not supported due to outdated video drivers, but may work depending on the video hardware used. USB drivers will require installation instructions below.


On Mobile

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On Raspberry Pi

Racecapture raspberry pi.jpg

More advanced users can run the RaceCapture App on a Raspberry pi for a more dedicated dashboard experience.

Connect to your RaceCapture system (dashboard)

Use an Android, iOS or Raspberry Pi device as a dashboard in the car:

Bluetooth (Android Only)

In Android Settings, pair your device with the RaceCapture system.

  • Note: Default bluetooth pin is 1234. You can change this later under Setup / Wireless in the app.

WiFi (iOS or Android)

In your mobile device WiFI settings, connect to the RaceCapture WiFi network.

  • By default, RaceCapture will setup a WiFi network starting with 'RaceCapture', with no password. You can immediately connect to this network.
  • Note: You can change the WiFi password later under Setup / Wireless in the app.

Launch the RaceCapture app

Once you've linked the Bluetooth or WiFi (Mobile), or USB (Windows or OSX) launch the RaceCapture app.

Automatic Setup and Verifying Connectivity

The RaceCapture app will guide you through a brief automated setup and tour. During this process the connection to RaceCapture/Pro will be verified.

Racecapture app first time setup.gif

Next Steps

Using the RaceCapture app

See the RaceCapture App User's guide for a full tour of using the app and setting up your system.

Connecting sensors and accessories

See the Plug and Play harness guide to learn how sensors and devices connect to your system

Specifications

Sensors
Analog Inputs
Channels 9 (8 external + 1 internal battery/supply voltage)
Voltage range 0-5v
Input impedance Greater than 1M ohm
Voltage Protection 400v (intermittent)
ADC precision 12 bit
Maximum sample rate 1000Hz
Mapping Raw / linear formula / interpolated map
Digital I/O
Channels 4
Output mode type Open Drain
Output current capacity 1A, inductively clamped
Input mode voltage range 0-12v
Input voltage protection 0-40v
Maximum sample rate 1000Hz
Timer inputs (RPM / Frequency)
Channels 4
Voltage Protection 400v (intermittent)
Maximum sample rate 1000Hz
Mapping RPM, Frequency
Voltage Reference
Output Voltage / Capacity 5v / 500mA
CAN Bus
CAN Channels 2
CAN baud rate 125K, 250K, 500K, 1M Baud
CAN filters 14 per channel
Protocol Support OBDII PID, custom CAN mapping
CAN Bus CAN 2.0 compatible, 1M baud
CAN termination Software controlled
Cellular Telemetry (Optional)
Optional Cellular 4G LTE worldwide compatible
Maximum Sample Rate 10Hz
Wireless
WiFi 802.11bgn
WiFi Modes Access Point, Infrastructure
Bluetooth Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
Maximum Sample Rate 50Hz (Bluetooth and WiFi)
GNSS
Constellations Supported GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
Antenna Type External active antenna
Sample Rates supported 1 / 5 / 10 / 25Hz
Accuracy 2.5M CEP
Inertial Motion Unit
Accelerometer Channels 3 (X/Y/Z) (2G, 4G capable)
Gyro Channels 3 (Yaw/Pitch/Roll) (1000 degrees/sec)
Storage
Micro SD Up to 32GB (SDHC)
CAN bus direct mapping 100 direct CAN mapping channels
Capabilities
Channel Support 200
Predictive Lap Timing Built-in
Track Mapping Circut and point-point
Track maps 200 built in for autonomous auto-detection; unlimited via RaceCapture app with interactive track map builder
Sectors per track 20
Logging file format Plain CSV
Physical
Dimensions 150 x 100 x 30mm (5.9 x 3.35 x 1.18in) enclosure; 5mm mounting ears on 140mm centers; Enclosure body 85mm (connectors extend 15mm beyond main enclosure body).
Temperature range -40 to 85c
Environmental Connectors: IP67 / enclosure IP51
Weight 255g (12 oz)
Connectors M12 12P female (Analog inputs); M12 12P female (Digital / RPM inputs); M8 6P female (CAN1/CAN2/Power); M8 4P female (CAN1/Power); SMA (GPS); RP-SMA (Cellular)
Power supply and Consumption (max) System voltage: 9 - 24v (40v surge protection) / Power: Main System: 0.6W With Wireless: 1.6W With Cellular Telemetry: 8.6W With Cellular Telemetry and Wireless active: 9.6W
Recommended Fuse 5A
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