Polaris T001 User Manual

Voyager Pro User's Guide

User's Guide Help

Hello Adventurer!

Trail Tech brings functionality and life to your motor vehicle with high quality
and innovation. To ensure long and trouble-free operation, this embedded
user's guide contains valuable information about how to operate and
maintain your digital gauge properly.

Please read this manual carefully.

Tap the ? in the top corner of menu screens to get useful tips and
information.

Use the links below to navigate.

Thanks for riding with Trail Tech!

Precautions Help

1. To charge Voyager Pro using a wall outlet, a Trail Tech approved wall
charger is required. Attempting to charge Voyager Pro directly off an outlet
will result in failure of your device.

2. Read all instructions before using Voyager Pro.

3. Avoid contact with gasoline, degreasers or other chemical cleaners.

4. Do not wash with pressure washer.

5. When installing Voyager Pro, disconnect the vehicle battery.

6. When installing radiator hose temperature sensors, make sure it fits
BEFORE cutting the radiator hose.

7. Check gap between wheel sensor and magnet periodically to ensure
correct measurements and reading on Voyager Pro.

8. Do not bend, twist, kink or abuse the sensor cables.

9. Do not disassemble Voyager Pro or its accessories.

10. Do not operate Voyager Pro while driving/riding.

11. Do not rely on Voyager Pro for operations requiring precise
measurements of distance or direction. All GPS devices inherently contain
some amount of error. Use the wheel sensor for the most precise data.

12. PAY ATTENTION TO THE TRAIL!

FAQ Help

How do I take a screenshot?

Press the menu button and the up button at the same time. A JPG image file
will be saved the the MicroSD memory card. If you share it on social media,
tag us #ridetrailtech

How long does the internal battery take to
charge fully?

Voyager Pro takes 3-8 hours to fully charge depending on charge mode. You
don't need to pre-charge; connect and ride.

How do I get the best GPS reception?

The internal antenna is designed for optimum reception potential. If Voyager
Pro is mounted with metal blocking the internal antenna, consider
purchasing an external GPS antenna for better positioning.

How do I mount Voyager Pro to my machine?

Voyager Pro is compatible with RAM mounts. Vehicles with handlebars can
use the included handlebar mounting hardware. There are also protective
accessory mounts available, or use the dock's four mounting holes for
dashboard mounting.

What kind of power does Voyager Pro need
for proper operation?

Voyager Pro requires DC power to function and charge correctly. DC power
systems with a failing vehicle battery may produce too low a system voltage
(<11.5V) to allow for proper operation. For applications where DC power is
not available, Trail Tech offers an AC wall charger for Voyager Pro to charge
the internal battery.

Voyager Pro kits include physical sensors,
magnets, and other cables. Why, if it's a GPS?

You can use Voyager Pro without any sensors connected. However,
connecting the vehicle sensors enables several features, like extra gauges,
more precision, and battery charging.

My other GPS unit gets along just fine without
a wheel sensor, do I really need one?

All speed/distance data can be gathered from either GPS or the wheel
sensor.

Trail Tech believes an accurate odometer and hour meter are critical
features. To maintain this accuracy, a wheel sensor is recommended.

1. When using a wheel sensor, Voyager Pro knows to stop logging when the
vehicle stops moving. When you start rolling again, Voyager Pro knows to
resume logging (without a GPS induced lag.)

2. The wheel sensor will track distance, even when the GPS signal is out of
range.

3. GPS cannot tell the difference between a motorcycle moving under its
own power or in the back of a truck.

4. The GPS signal can be lost, especially around metal structures or in
tunnels. With no signal, speed and distance accuracy is lost.

5. GPS cannot see small changes in elevation (i.e. whoops and ruts.) Over
time this will create significant odometer error.

6. GPS is accurate while travelling in straight lines at constant velocity.
However, tight, fast corners will cause the GPS to skip over part of your
path. Over time this will contribute to odometer error.

Can Voyager Pro use GPX files?

GPX (GPS exchange format) is Voyager Pro's native format. Import/export
recorded tracks between the MicroSD and dozens of software programs and
web services.

Can Voyager Pro be turned on and off
manually?

Yes. Hold down the upper left button to power Voyager Pro off.

How do I run Voyager Pro without connecting
it to a vehicle?

Voyager Pro provides an easy way to change unit settings to accommodate a
wide variety of user needs. There are few menu options to change when
Voyager Pro is used without external power:

1. Vehicle Profile > Wake Detection, Speed Source, and Charge Mode

2. Maps and GPS Setup > AutoLog Source

Physical Features Help

There are a few things to know about the outside of Voyager Pro:

1. The four buttons on the case are for Menu/Power/Confirm, Back, Up and
Down.

2. The large button at the top of the dock releases Voyager Pro. The dock
should be mounted securely and wired in.

3. External antennas extend the range of Voyager Pro's features.

4. Voyager Pro is compatible with the popular RAM mounts. Kits may include
handlebar, suction cup, or steering column mounts.

5. The MicroSD card is the primary way to transfer data files to and from
Voyager Pro.

6. Installing all the vehicle sensors isn't required, Voyager Pro will do its best
to use GPS data. However, each installed sensor unlocks new features of
Voyager Pro.

Buttons Help

Touch Screen

Control Voyager Pro's maps and menus by tapping and swiping the touch
screen.

Menu Button

Confirm selections and open the settings menu. Hold the menu button to
power Voyager Pro off, hold it longer to do a hard shut down.

Back Button

Backs out of any screen or menu. On main screens, the back button will
open that screen's mini-menu, if there is one.

Up and Down Buttons

Scroll between main screens and navigate menu options.

Dock Help

The Dock

The dock should be secured to the vehicle and wired in. The quick-release
dock allows for swapping Voyager Pro between several vehicles.

The Dock's Button

Press the large button at the top of the dock to release Voyager Pro from the
dock.

The Dock's Wires

The dock's wires connect to the vehicle sensors. Wheel sensor for speed,
spark sensor for tach, battery connection for power and voltage, and
thermometer for temperature. Voyager Pro will operate without any vehicle
sensors attached by using GPS data, but you should at least install the
power wire to keep the internal battery charged up.

The Dock's Antenna Ports

Two threaded brass ports on the back of the dock are for connecting
external antennas. An external antenna is REQUIRED for buddy tracking and
could improve GPS signal strength in rough terrain.

Radio antennas plug into the male port, and GPS antennas plug into the
female port.

The Dock's Rubber Guard

The rubber guard should be magnetically secured over the brass data pins
when Voyager Pro is not seated in the dock.

Locking the Dock

A small Allen wrench can be used to lock Voyager Pro to the dock for added
security. Turn the small Allen screw inside 6 times to lock or unlock.

Antennas Help

Internal GPS Antenna

The internal GPS antenna is great for normal use. If there is excessive metal
around the mounting location it could interfere with reception. An external
GPS antenna can be installed into the dock's GPS antenna port in order to
achieve a better antenna mounting position.

Antenna Ports

Two brass antenna ports are found on the dock next to the sensor wires. The
left dock is female and accepts external GPS antennas. The other port is
male and only accepts radio antennas.

1. External Plastic Radio Antenna

The external plastic radio antenna is designed to be mounted to plastic, like
a number plate. It should be mounted vertically (up and down.) This
antenna works well for most applications and is included in most Voyager
Pro kits. Installing it enables buddy tracking features.

2. External Whip Radio Antenna

The whip antenna mounts to metal, like the metal roof of a UTV. Installing a
whip antenna enables the buddy tracking features.

3. External Omni Radio Antenna

The omni antenna mounts to plastics, like the plastic roof of a UTV.
Installing an omni antenna enables the buddy tracking features.

Mounting Help

Voyager Pro's dock is ready for mounting with the AMPs hole pattern.

RAM Mounts

RAM brand mounts are recommended. Voyager Pro can be mounted
anywhere using the wide array of RAM mounts.

Bar Mounting

Kits intended for motorcycles include bar clamps for 7/8" through 1-1/8"
handlebars.

An aluminum center mount is available from Trail Tech for 1-1/8"
handlebars.

Surface Mounting

The dock can be mounted to any flat surface, like a UTV dashboard. Drill the
holes using the AMPs hole pattern and secure with bolts.

MicroSD Card Help

Insert any MicroSD card into the side of Voyager Pro. Make sure the card
slot cover is properly seated to keep debris out.

An installed MicroSD card enables import/export of tracks.

After exporting a track to the MicroSD card, insert it into your computer's
card reader to save the track or view it in a mapping application like
Rideleader.com.

Use the exFAT type if you format your MicroSD card on a PC.

Tracks saved on your computer can be placed on the MicroSD memory card,
then imported onto Voyager Pro for viewing and route following. This is a
great way to share tracks with your friends, or for pre-planning your own
trips.

Vehicle Sensors Help

Each installed vehicle sensor unlocks new features of Voyager Pro:

Power Wire

1. Installing the power wire enables smart wake-detection and constant
charging. If you only install one sensor, this is the one.

Engine Temperature

2. The engine temp sensor enables gauge screen temperature readouts and
over-temp warning lights.

Tach Sensor

3. The ignition sensor enables the tach bargraph screen and over-RPM
warning lights. The tach signal can pause track recording while the engine is
turned off.

Wheel Sensor

4. The wheel sensor provides slightly more accurate speed and distance than
GPS. The speed signal can pause track recording while no vehicle movement
is sensed (the most accurate method.)

Vehicle Power Help

Vehicle Power

Connect the power cable directly to the vehicle's 12-volt battery.

A 0.5-amp fuse (not provided) should be used.

Voyager Pro can be set to charge always, or to only charge when the engine
is running to protect the vehicle battery.

The best place to tap into vehicle power is usually behind the key switch, so
that power to Voyager Pro is cut when the key is turned off.

AC Adapter Wall Charger

A Trail Tech wall charger can be used to power Voyager Pro indoors.

Vehicle Accessory Socket

If Voyager Pro is mounted inside a vehicle using the suction cup or steering
column mounts, it may make more sense to draw power from the vehicle's
accessory power socket.

Ignition Sensor Help

The ignition sensor detects the on/off status of the engine. When the engine
is shut off, Voyager will go to sleep for power conservation.

The ignition sensor enables the tach bar on the tach graph screen and the
over-RPM indicator lights.

To install the tach ignition sensor, wrap the sensor wire around the vehicle's
spark plug wire. The sensor detects a pulse every time the spark plug fires.

If tach readings are erratic, there may be electrical static. Try using more or
less sensor wraps and avoid running the sensor wire along other heavily
charged wires. Adding an inline fuse may help.

If tach readings are way off, check your PPR (pulses per revolution) setting.

Temperature Sensors Help

A temperature sensor tells you how hot your vehicle is getting. Installing one
enables engine temp readouts on the gauge screens and the over-temp
indicator lights.

Radiator Fin Sensor

For water-cooled machines. Fin sensors are a very easy install: press the
sensor into the radiator fins. Use a dab of conducting grease to increase the
sensitivity. Do not force a fin sensor that is too large at risk of damage to
the radiator. Available in 3 sizes.

Cylinder Header Sensor

For air-cooled machines. CHT sensors act as a crush washer between a
spark plug and the engine's cylinder head. Available in 3 sizes.

Radiator Hose Sensor

For water-cooled machines. Hose sensors are the most accurate because
they directly take the coolant temperature as it leaves the radiator and
enters the engine. Installation requires cutting the radiator hose. Be sure to
measure the inner diameter of the hose to make sure you have the right
sensor BEFORE CUTTING THE HOSE. Available in a variety of sizes.

Wheel Sensors Help

While not required, using the wheel sensor is recommended. It will collect
more accurate speed and distance data than GPS. Due to limitations in GPS
technology, physical sensors perform with more precision. GPS sometimes
loses track of your movements, while the wheel sensor always knows when
you are moving.

Two halves are required for the wheel sensor to function:

1. A magnet, on the spinning part of the wheel.

2. A speed sensor, on the non-spinning part of the wheel.

The magnet spins around tripping the sensor switch each time--giving
speed, distance and time data to compare with the GPS data.

The magnet is installed on the brake rotor because it spins with the wheel.
The provided magnetic bolt replaces a stock rotor bolt. If that will not work,
glue the spare magnet in a hole on the brake rotor. (JB Weld or a similar
slow-cure epoxy works well.)

After the magnet is in, the sensor is placed on a non-spinning part the
wheel, rotor shield, or bracket.

Many Motorcycles and ATVs have special installation procedures. Refer to the
online model-specific instructions for more information.

Wheel Size

Knowing your exact wheel size is critical for the wheel sensor to calculate
correct speed and distance data. The more accurate the wheel size, the
better Voyager Pro performs.

Measure Wheel Size Help

Knowing your exact wheel size it critical for the wheel sensor to calculate
correct speed and distance data. The more accurate the wheel size, the
better Voyager Pro performs.

When comparing calibration to GPS data, use a long straight section of road.
GPS has trouble with tight fast corners and small vertical movements
(causing comparison inaccuracy.)

Method 1: Ruler

Find the circumference of front wheel by measuring its diameter in
millimeters. Multiply the wheel diameter by 3.14. The result is your wheel
size.

Method 2: Rolling

On a flat surface, mark the tire sidewall and the ground with a marking pen.
Roll the wheel until the mark on the tire completes one revolution and is
back on the ground. Mark the ground at this location. Measure the distance
between the marks on the ground in millimeters (multiply inches by 25.4 to
convert to mm). Use this number for your wheel size. For accuracy, the
rider's weight should be on the bike when making the measurement.

Input Wheel Size

After measuring, update the wheel size setting.

Screens Help