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Racelogic VBOX3i User Manual

Racelogic VBOX3i
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VBOX3i
100Hz GPS Data Logger
User Guide
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Racelogic VBOX3i Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRacelogic
ModelVBOX3i
CategoryData Loggers
LanguageEnglish

Summary

EC Declaration of Conformity

VBOX3i Introduction

VBOX3i Key Features

VBOX3i Inputs and Outputs

Standard VBOX3i Inventory

VBOX3i Optional Accessories

VBOX3i Quickstart Guide

VBOX3i Operation

Power

Details the power input requirements and warnings for the VBOX3i.

Buttons

Explains the LOG and FUNC buttons for controlling logging and sample rates.

LOG Button

Describes how the LOG button starts/stops logging, creates new files, and prevents data loss.

FUNC Button

Explains the FUNC button's role in indicating and toggling sample rates.

Default setup

How to restore default factory settings and the parameters they include.

VBOX3i Logging Modes

Log continuously

Logs data regardless of vehicle movement.

Log only when moving

Logs data only when the vehicle speed exceeds 0.5 Km/h.

Advanced logging

Allows data channels to trigger logging based on set thresholds.

VBOX3i LED Indicators

SATS LED

Explains LED behavior for satellite acquisition status (red, green, orange).

DIFF/DGPS LED Status

Indicates DGPS lock status (orange for WAAS/EGNOS, green for RTK Fixed).

PWR LED Status

Shows power source status (green for connected, red for error/booting).

D IN LED Status

Indicates brake trigger input activation (solid green).

CAN LED Status

Shows CAN data status (flashing yellow for decoded, flashing green for serial traffic).

SER LED Status

Shows serial data status (flashing yellow for decoded, flashing green for serial traffic).

Bluetooth LED Status

Indicates Bluetooth connection status (flashing blue for waiting/initializing, solid blue for connected).

CF LED Status

Indicates data writing to the Compact Flash card (flashing blue).

LOG LED Status

Shows logging status (solid green for logging, flashing red for rate).

IMU LED Status (V2/V3)

Indicates IMU integration status (orange for enabled/no IMU, flashing orange for init, flashing green for complete, solid green for working).

VBOX3i Memory Cards

VBOX3i GPS Antenna Setup

Satellite Elevation Mask Configuration

VBOX Tools Software Overview

VBOX3i Analog & Digital Outputs

VBOX3i Digital Inputs (D IN)

VBOX3i Analogue Inputs (A IN)

500Hz Analogue Logging

VBOX3i RS232 Serial and CAN Interfaces

VCI CAN Input Configuration

VBOX3i CAN Termination Settings

CAN Pass Through Functionality

CANVEL Speed Translation

VBOX3i Dynamic Modes

VBOX3i USB Connection

VBOX3i Bluetooth Connectivity

Pairing Computer with VBOX3i

VBOX3i Audio Features

Voice tagging

Records audio tags with GPS-synched timestamps alongside VBO data.

Recording a sound wav

How to start, stop, and manage WAV file recordings using the headset.

Replaying voice tags in VBOXTools

How to find and play associated WAV files within VBOXTools software.

VBOX3i VBO File Format

VBOXTools Software Usage

VBOXTools Software Installation

Local DGPS Basestation Configuration

Enabling DGPS Modes

IMU Integration Setup

IMU Integration Required Equipment

Lists the necessary hardware and cables for IMU integration.

IMU Integration Setup Procedure

Step-by-step guide for connecting and configuring the IMU.

IMU Integration Important Notes

Key considerations for IMU04 and IMU03 integration.

IMU Hardware Setup

IMU Initialisation Process

IMU LED Indicators (V2/V3)

IMU LED Indicators (V1)

Kalman Filter Calibration for High Dynamics

Recommended procedure

Outlines manoeuvres for optimal Kalman filter characterization.

When is the calibration required?

Specifies when Kalman filter calibration is most important.

Re-running the calibration

Details conditions requiring recalibration of the Kalman filter.

What happens if this isn't done?

Explains the consequences of not performing the Kalman filter calibration.

Additional IMU Channels (IMU04)

IMU Attitude

Describes logging of heading, pitch, and roll calculated from IMU data.

RMS Channels

Displays noise levels on speed channels for diagnostic purposes.

Using IMU as a CAN Module

Required equipment

Lists equipment needed for using IMU04 as a CAN module.

Setup

Procedure for connecting and configuring the IMU as a CAN module.

VBOX3i IMU Mounting Guidelines

VBOX3i Troubleshooting

Trouble locking onto satellites

Checklist of solutions for satellite acquisition issues.

No communication with PC

Troubleshooting steps for issues connecting the VBOX3i to a PC.

COM port unavailable

Solutions for COM port conflicts or unavailability.

No data is logged in the VBO file

Checks for satellite reception issues affecting data logging.

VBOX3i not responding - GPS coldstart

Procedure for performing a GPS coldstart to resolve unresponsiveness.

VBOX3i V3 Specifications

VBOX3i Connection Data

Analogue Input Connector V1/V2

Analogue Input Connector V3

VBOX3i CAN Output Data

Upgrading VBOX3i Firmware

How to upgrade the firmware

Step-by-step instructions for updating the VBOX3i firmware.

Racelogic Contact Details

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