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===Install software===
=Start it up=
Download the latest RaceCapture app for your platform here: https://podium.live/software


Also install the RaceCapture App on your phone or tablet. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.autosportlabs.racecapture
==Plug it in==
Unpackage the RaceCapture system and included cable.


===Connect to RaceCapture===
* Plug one end of the cable into the RaceCapture unit
* Plug the other end of the cable into your car's OBDII port.
* Place the RaceCapture unit on your dashboard with clear view of the sky. Position the system so it's square to the car's axis.


====WiFi (Android/iOS)====
==Download the app==
By default, RaceCapture will setup a WiFi network named 'RaceCapture XXX' (XXX will be a random number). Connect to this WiFi network, then open the RaceCapture App.


====USB (Windows/Mac/Linux)====
Download the RaceCapture app for your mobile device.


Plug the USB cable into RaceCapture and your computer. Windows 10, Mac and Linux computers do not need any additional software to connect to RaceCapture.  
* [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.autosportlabs.racecapture&hl=en Google Play]
* [https://www.amazon.com/Autosport-Labs-Race-Capture/dp/B016ZJM7GE Amazon App Store]
* Apple iOS app store (coming soon)
 
==Connect to your RaceCapture system==
 
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.
 
Once you've connected to the RaceCapture WiFi network, launch the RaceCapture app.
 
===Enable WiFi===
Under Preferences, select WiFi for your RaceCapture connection type.
 
===Verifying Connectivity===
Once the RaceCapture app detects the RaceCapture unit, it will automatically download the current configuration.
* Connection information will be shown in the upper right corner of the app, showing the version of RaceCapture and status indicators.
 
===Viewing Data===
To view real-time data streaming from RaceCapture, tap the 'Race' option on the main menu, then swipe the screen until you see the raw channels view. There you will see all channels being received by the RaceCapture system, including OBDII engine sensors.
* By default, RPM and TPS are enabled for OBDII.
 
===Applying Decals===
Install the RaceCapture, Podium and Autosport Labs decals on your car in prominent locations
 
==Hitting the Track==
When at the track you can use RaceCapture to:
* Display predictive lap times
* Show real-time sensor data such as RPM, engine temperature and more
* Live-stream your racing to [http://podium.live Podium] so your pit crew, friends and fans can follow your racing, live.
 
===When you're at a Race Track===
When you arrive at the track the RaceCapture app will automatically detect the track you're at and automatically configure the start/finish line so lap times can be generated.
 
===Setting a custom Race Track===
If you're at a track that's not in our database, you can manually configure the track:
 
* Roll up to the start/finish line
* Go to Setup / Race Tracks and select the option for a custom track. 
* Touch the button to set the start/finish line.
* Write the configuration back to RaceCapture
* The custom track will be used, and will show in the title bar.
* '''Protip:''' Help us grow our worldwide track map database by [[RaceTracks|Submitting a track]]!
 
===Auto-X===
* Use the walk-a-track tool to configure the start and finish point for your Auto-X course.
* Select Race before you roll up to the start line.
* Your session will be automatically recorded
 
===Customizing your dash===
====Selecting a channel====
On the various dashboard screens, most gauges allow you to select what channels you want to display. Tap the gauge to select the channel you wish to display
====Customizing warning ranges====
You can customize two-level warning thresholds for your gauges by selecting the customize option.
 
==Live-streaming==
 
==Analysis==
 
=Extra information=
 
==Configuring on the bench==
Windows / OSX: The RaceCapture app also runs on your laptop to make it easy to configure on your bench over USB
 
* [http://podium.live/software Download]


=====Windows XP, 7, 8=====
* Download and unzip drivers: [https://autosportlabs-software.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/RaceCapturePro_drivers_winXPVista7_V2.zip Windows XP/Vista/7/8 Drivers V2]
** '''Note for Windows 8 users''' - These drivers are unsigned. You will need to disable the driver signing requirement for Windows 8, or upgrade to Windows 10. [https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/disabling-driver-signature-on-windows-8/disabling-signed-driver-enforcement-on-windows-8 Instructions]
*** [http://www.howtogeek.com/167723/how-to-disable-driver-signature-verification-on-64-bit-windows-8.1-so-that-you-can-install-unsigned-drivers/ Win8 64bit unsigned driver instructions]
* Plug RaceCapture in to the computer.
* If prompted to install a driver, direct Windows to the folder where you unzipped the RaceCapture/Pro drivers.
* If not prompted, manually update driver:
** Open Windows Device Manager and find the '''Ports (COM and LPT)''' section.  RaceCapture/Pro should be listed there, possibly with a yellow (!) over the icon.
** Right click and select 'Update Driver'.
** Follow the instructions and direct Windows to the folder where you unzipped the RaceCapture/Pro drivers.





Revision as of 05:57, 26 September 2016

Start it up

Plug it in

Unpackage the RaceCapture system and included cable.

  • Plug one end of the cable into the RaceCapture unit
  • Plug the other end of the cable into your car's OBDII port.
  • Place the RaceCapture unit on your dashboard with clear view of the sky. Position the system so it's square to the car's axis.

Download the app

Download the RaceCapture app for your mobile device.

Connect to your RaceCapture system

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.

Once you've connected to the RaceCapture WiFi network, launch the RaceCapture app.

Enable WiFi

Under Preferences, select WiFi for your RaceCapture connection type.

Verifying Connectivity

Once the RaceCapture app detects the RaceCapture unit, it will automatically download the current configuration.

  • Connection information will be shown in the upper right corner of the app, showing the version of RaceCapture and status indicators.

Viewing Data

To view real-time data streaming from RaceCapture, tap the 'Race' option on the main menu, then swipe the screen until you see the raw channels view. There you will see all channels being received by the RaceCapture system, including OBDII engine sensors.

  • By default, RPM and TPS are enabled for OBDII.

Applying Decals

Install the RaceCapture, Podium and Autosport Labs decals on your car in prominent locations

Hitting the Track

When at the track you can use RaceCapture to:

  • Display predictive lap times
  • Show real-time sensor data such as RPM, engine temperature and more
  • Live-stream your racing to Podium so your pit crew, friends and fans can follow your racing, live.

When you're at a Race Track

When you arrive at the track the RaceCapture app will automatically detect the track you're at and automatically configure the start/finish line so lap times can be generated.

Setting a custom Race Track

If you're at a track that's not in our database, you can manually configure the track:

  • Roll up to the start/finish line
  • Go to Setup / Race Tracks and select the option for a custom track.
  • Touch the button to set the start/finish line.
  • Write the configuration back to RaceCapture
  • The custom track will be used, and will show in the title bar.
  • Protip: Help us grow our worldwide track map database by Submitting a track!

Auto-X

  • Use the walk-a-track tool to configure the start and finish point for your Auto-X course.
  • Select Race before you roll up to the start line.
  • Your session will be automatically recorded

Customizing your dash

Selecting a channel

On the various dashboard screens, most gauges allow you to select what channels you want to display. Tap the gauge to select the channel you wish to display

Customizing warning ranges

You can customize two-level warning thresholds for your gauges by selecting the customize option.

Live-streaming

Analysis

Extra information

Configuring on the bench

Windows / OSX: The RaceCapture app also runs on your laptop to make it easy to configure on your bench over USB


Configure track

If RaceCapture does not have a track set, when you select the Dashboard view you will be prompted to set a track:
Screen Shot 2016-08-20 at 2.22.05 PM.png
Search for and select your track, then click/tap the checkbox to set the track.

You can also change your track in the Tracks section in the Configuration screen:
Rcttrackconfig.png

Setup OBDII (optional)

To setup OBDII channels, use the OBDII screen. Turn on OBDII channels and click the + button at the bottom to add a channel. Select the channel name and sample rate. Note: Due to the design of the OBD2 protocol, individual channels (PIDs) are requested sequentially, so individual channel rates decrease based on the number of channels enabled.

Setup obdii.png

Save Config

Once configured, press the Save button on the bottom right to save your configuration. Now hit the track!