Trail Tech Lynx User Manual

MOTORSPORT COMPUTER

USER’S

MANUAL

PRODUCT

Table of Contents

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

A NOTE TO YOU

PRECAUTIONS 3

SPECIFICATIONS

PARTS & FEATURES

INSTALLATION

MEASURE WHEEL SIZE

DATA SETTING MODE

NORMAL MODE

SLEEP MODE

ENDURO MODE 26

LAP TIMER MODE

TROUBLESHOOTING 46

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

A Note to You

Thanks for Buying a TrailTech

Motorsport Computer:

TrailTech Motorsport Computers bring functionality and life to your

motor vehicle with high quality and innovation. To ensure you enjoy

years of trouble-free operation, this Users Manual contains valuable

information about how to operate and maintain your computer properly.

Please read this manual carefully.

Please Record Important Information:

Whenever you call to request service for Lynx, you need to know the date of purchase, dealer’s name, address, and telephone number.

PURCHASE DATE

DEALER NAME

DEALER ADDRESS

DEALER PHONE

Keep this book and sales slip together for future reference.

Precautions

WARNING: When

using Lynx, follow basic

precautions, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using Lynx.

• Use Lynx only for its intended function.

• To reduce the risk of injury,

do not disassemble Lynx or its accessories.

• Lynx can be used in the rain but should not be used underwater.

• Do not leave the main unit in

direct sunlight when not riding.

• Check relative positions and gap between sensor and magnet periodically.

• Clean the docking station contacts and the bottom of the main unit periodically.

• Do not use any type of

lubricant on the docking station or external computer contacts. Any material that will attract dirt or dust will greatly reduce contact life.

• Avoid contact with gasoline, degreasers or other chemical cleaners as they may damage

the computer.

REMEMBER TO PAY ATTENTION

TO THE TRAIL WHILE RIDING.

Speciﬁcations

FUNCTION DISPLAY RANGE UNITS INCREMENTS ACCURACY

CURRENT SPEED

0399.9 KM/H or M/H KM/H or M/H 0.1 KM/H or M/H +/- 0.1%

AVERAGE SPEED

0399.9 KM /H or M/H KM/H or M/H 0.1 KM/H or M/H +/- 0.1%

MAXIMUM SPEED 0399.9 KM/H or M/H KM/H or M/H 0.1 KM/H or M/H +/- 0.1%

DISTANCE

0.0-9999.9 KM or M KM/H or M/H 0.1 KM/H or M/H +/- 0.1%

ODOMETER 0-99999 KM or M KM/H or M/H 0.1 & 1 KM/H or M/H +/- 0.1%

RIDING TIME

999 hours 59 minutes Hours:Minutes 1 Minute +/- 0.1%

STOP WATCH

999 hour 59 min 59 sec H:M:S 1 Second +/- 0.1%

ACCUM. RIDE TIME

999 hour 59 min 59 sec Hours:Minutes 1 Minute +/- 0.1%

12H or 24H CLOCK 00:00:00 12:59:59 or 23:59:59 H:M:S 1 Second +/- 0.1%

LOW BATTERY

About 1 Year Battery Life 2.5V +/- 0.1V

ENDURO MODE

ADJUSTED AVG. SPEED 999.9 KM/H or M/H KM/H or M/H 0.1 KM/H or M/H +/- 0.1%

ADJUSTED DISTANCE

0.0-9999.9 KM or M KM/H or M/H 0.1 KM/H or M/H +/- 0.1%

DELTA TIMER

+/- 99:59:59 H:M:S 1 Second +/- 0.1%

LAP TIMER MODE

LAP COUNTER 19 Laps Laps 1 Lap

Speciﬁcations

SENSOR: COMPUTER DIMENSIONS: COMPUTER WEIGHT: WHEEL CIRCUMFERENCE: OPERATION TEMP: STORAGE TEMP:

No Contact Magnetic Sensor

4.13” x 2.36” x 1.77” 100 grams (0.22 pounds) 0 to 3999 mm (1 mm Increments) 0ºC to 60ºC (32ºF to 140ºF)

-20ºC to 80ºC (-4ºF to 176ºF)

Parts & Features

Lynx Computer Kit:

The Lynx Computer Kit comes packaged with several accessories for quick and easy installation. Please refer to the installation guidesheet for tips on installing to speciﬁc machines.

Docking Station Main Computer Body Installation Pack

Optional Remote

Power Cable

Sensor Cable

Backlight:

Lynx is equipped with a backlight for easy viewing during night-time operation.

• When connected to the vehicle’s power vsystem, Lynx will light up with all ﬁve LED’s. If running off its own internal battery, Lynx will light up with one LED.

• When connected to the vehicle’s 12 volt system, Lynx will remain lit as long as it senses wheel movement. After 5 minutes of inactivity Lynx shuts off the backlight. Press any button or move the wheels and Lynx will light up again.

• If Lynx is running off its own internal battery, it will only stay lit for 3 seconds.

TO ACTIVATE BACKLIGHT MANUALLY, PRESS OR .

Parts & Features

Optional Remote:

Lynx has an optional handlebar mounted remote. It allows the rider to easily access computer functions while riding. The remote also allows Lynx to access its advanced functions: Enduro & Lap Timer Modes*.

*Lynx does not require the optional remote to perform Normal Mode functions.

Please contact your local TrailTech dealer for more information on the optional Lynx Remote Switch or visit www.TrailTech.net.

Optional Dashboard:

Lynx has an optional aluminum billet guard dashboard.

• Places computer in optimal viewing position.

• Provides protection in harsh riding conditions.

Please contact your local TrailTech dealer for more information on the optional Lynx Dashboard or visit www. TrailTech.net.

Parts & Features

Reset Button:

Use of the Reset Button will erase all saved data and settings except Odometer and Accumulated Ride Time.

The reset button is intended to reset Lynx if the screen freezes up. Press it once and the screen will restore itself. User settings will need to be re-entered.

Internal Battery:

Your Lynx computer has an internal 3.0V watch type battery (#CR2032). Under normal use, this battery will last approximately one year. The computer and its optional remote switch can both be run from this battery alone. To conserve battery power, the back-

light will stay lit for only 3 seconds

before shutting off automatically.

To change the battery, unscrew

the battery cap on the back of the computer. Make sure the positive side of the battery is facing up when replaced.

REPLACE WITH BATTERY MODEL NUMBER #CR2032

Parts & Features

Method 1) Bar Mount:

Place bolts as shown in picture.

Remember to use provided nuts when placing bolts.

Use the provided strip of black rubber to provide the clamp with a non-slip surface.

Tip: Remove plastic Link Arm for a more stable

install. The Link Arm is not required.

Link

Arm

Typical Motorcycle Installation

Shown with Bar Mounted Computer &

Optional Remote

Installation

Method 2) Billet Dashboard Mount

The Optional Billet Aluminum Dashboard will protect Lynx from

impacts and place it in the optimal viewing position.

Mounting varies between vehicle models.

Please contact your local TrailTech dealer for more information on the optional Billet Dashboard or visit www.TrailTech.net.

Installation

Typical ATV Installation

Shown with TrailTech Billet Dashboard &

TrailTech Medium Bend ATV X-Bar Handlebars

Method 3) Flat/Surface Mount:

There are two screw holes on the

back of the docking station (see picture.) Use the included screws to mount to any ﬂat surface (e.g. stock

odometer mounting bracket or body

panel.)

Make sure that the cables will not be

chafed or damaged in their mounting

location.

Docking Station:

Lynx easily slides on and off the docking station. Simply

slide the computer down

until it clicks into place.

To remove Lynx from the

docking station, press the clip down gently and slide

Lynx up and off.

Installation

12 Volt Systems:

If possible, install Lynx to a 12 volt system.

The backlight function will

stay lit while riding at 5 times

the brightness over the builtin battery. The pace LED’s will be activated for Enduro

and Lap Timer Modes.

Lynx is polarity independent. Either lead can go to the positive or negative post on the battery.

OPTION 1) BATTERY WIRED

Connect the power cables directly into the vehicle’s 12 volt battery.

OPTION 2) SYSTEM TAP

As an alternative to running wires all the way to the battery, it is

possible to tap into the electrical system. Two good points are at the lights or the ignition, but anywhere in the circuit will work.

MX Bikes:

Motocross bikes do not have 12 volt power. For connection to an MX bike, connect power leads to ignition power leads from the

stator. Improper connection will not damage Lynx. If connected

incorrectly, backlight will simply not turn on.

Installation

ATV Sensor/Magnet Installation:

Lynx needs two things to be

able to collect data:

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

2. The sensor, placed on the non-moving part of the wheel.

The magnet spins around

tripping the sensor switch each time—data collected lets Lynx

calculate distance and time.

The magnet gets installed

on the brake rotor because it spins with the wheel. Typically the

provided magnetic bolt can simply replace a stock rotor bolt (see

above picture). If that doesn’t work, there is a spare magnet that

can be glued 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 of the wheel.

The sensor typically is

placed on either the provided C-bracket or

the ATV metal rotor shield.

Installation

Magnetic Bolt Installation

ATV Rotor

C-Bracket Installation–ATV Left Axle

Motorcycle Sensor/Magnet Installation:

Motorcycles, like ATVs,

need a magnet placed on the spinning part of the wheel and the sensor installed to a

non-spinning part.

The magnet typically

gets bolted or glued to

the brake rotor.

The sensor wire

should come from the

back of the computer,

be cable-tied to the

brake line as it travels down the front forks,

then attached to the brake caliper.

Lynx can tell how far and fast it’s travelled by keeping track of how many times the magnet passes under the sensor switch.

Many Motorcycles and ATVs

have special installation procedures. Refer to the provided installation insert for speciﬁc instructions for your machine or visit www.TrailTech.net.

Installation

Magnet About to Pass Under Sensor

Optimum Magnet Rotation Path

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