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GPS USER MANUAL
What’s in the Box:
1.
GPS Unit
2.
Stretcher attachment
3.
Suction mount
4.
NK compatible adaptor bracket
5.
Lanyard & Neoprene case
6.
USB lead
7.
Quick start guide (not shown)
1.
Some quick Tips to Set Up Your Unit
a.
Stroke sensitivity:
i.
This will depend on your sport. We suggest as a starting point:
1.
Rowing
a.
Normal stroke: very low
b.
Start stroke: low
2.
Kayaking
a.
Normal stroke: high
b.
Start stroke: very high
ii.
Be prepared to try different settings, depending on your sport and the type
of training you like to do (e.g. lots of high rating work versus low rating) the
effectiveness of the settings will vary
b.
Averaging:
i.
Again this will depend on your sport
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ii.
We suggest as a starting point setting all variables (speed/rating/ratio) to
Auto
iii.
Be prepared to try different settings, depending on your sport and the type
of training you like to do (e.g. lots of high rating work versus low rating) the
effectiveness of the settings will vary
2.
Introduction
The Coxmate GPS is designed to provide performance monitoring for a variety of water sports. This
manual provides an overview of the general operation of the Coxmate GPS. The support section of
the Coxmate website offers additional resources for users. There is also the opportunity to subscribe
to products news and updates on the website.
3.
Charging
When you first receive the unit, connect it to a USB port on a computer or a USB charger, to charge
the unit (image 2. Below). The connection port on the unit is under the cover at base of unit (image 1.
below).
1.
USB port to connect to computer
2.
Charging icon will display when unit is charging
(may also say USB connected when connected to a computer)
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IMPORTANT: Whenever you close this cover, make sure it is pressed firmly and clicks into place. THIS
COVER PROVIDES A WATERPROOF SEAL WHEN CLOSED. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT IT IS KEPT
CLOSED WHENEVER GPS HAS POTENTIAL TO GET WET.
4.
Mounting Options
It is recommended that the lanyard is used as a safety strap. Simply loop it around a part of the vessel
before mounting. For some sports a tether point is highly recommended. If the GPS falls into water
it will sink.
There are three options for mounting the unit in most boats:
4.1
NK adapter:
The rear of the adaptor bracket slides onto the standard ‘T’ bracket used by Coxmate HC and NK
Speedcoach. Fit this to the unit (Images 1. & 2. below) then slide the unit into the standard ‘T”
bracket (image 3. below)
1.
Insert bracket onto back of unit
2.
Bracket attached to Unit
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3.
Insert unit/bracket onto existing NK mount
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4.2
Suction Mount:
Attach the adaptor bracket to the suction mount via the screw fitting (image 1. below) – be sure to
tighten it securely in place. Slide the GPS unit down onto the bracket. Fit suction bracket (image
2. below) to the boat. This will require a clean smooth surface. Wet the suction cap, make sure the
vacuum lever is up, place suction cup in target position and press vacuum lever down. The position
of the GPS can be adjusted by loosening the thumb screw on the bracket – tighten it up once in
correct position. Check unit is firmly attached and be sure to secure the unit with lanyard provided.
1.
Screw fitting and vacuum lever
2.
Suction Cup Mount with GPS unit attached
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4.3
Foot stretcher Rail Mount (rowing boats only):
Replace the suction mount with foot stretcher rail adaptor (image 1. below) – loosen thumb screw.
Remove the foot stretcher if necessary. The metal rectangle slides into the stretcher adjustment
rail. Tighten the locking ring on the bottom thread to secure the location of the mount on the
preferred position on the foot stretcher rail (image 2. below). Position/angle adjustment is achieved
by loosening the thumb screw, manoeuvring then tightening to secure position of unit for maximum
visibility.
1.
Foot stretcher rail mount
2.
Position the mount as desired
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5.
Getting Started (see image 1. Below)
a.
ON/OFF
: The power ON/OFF button is on the side. This button requires firm pressure
to operate – to prevent it accidentally operating when it is in your kit bag. It needs to
be held down for approximately one second. Depending on several factors it may
take a couple of minutes to detect satellites, before it can give accurate readings. To
turn unit OFF, hold finger on ON/OFF button for approximately 2 seconds
b.
Menu/Return button
is below screen
c.
Reset
: Press ON/OFF and Menu/Return buttons simultaneously
d.
Touchscreen
: Used for operation and configuration
1.
Button configuration with full touch screen
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6.
On Water
The top line provides status of satellites, heart rate belt connection (optional), battery remaining
and time of day.
Repeated presses of the Menu/Return button will go through following:
Two Variable Display
2+2 Variable Display
5 Variable Display
Recall
Mode
Set Up
6.1 Two Variable Display:
This is the opening display (image 1. Below). Rate and Speed will be displayed.
1. Two Variable Display (rating and speed)
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6.2 2 +2 Variable Display:
Rate and Speed will also be displayed. However if you start the timer (bottom of screen – image
1. below), time and distance will also be displayed – the display will alternate between rate/speed
and time/distance each stroke.
The status of the timer is shown at bottom left box on the screen. Each time the screen is touched,
it will progress through the following status points:
READY
SET - The timer will start if screen is touched, or, if motion is detected.
RUN – timer running. Will stop if screen touched. Can also be programmed to stop after
a defined period if no stroke detected. (see Auto Stop in menu options). When Record
(menu option) is enabled the unit creates a file and records the session.
STOP – timer stopped. Will reset time and distance to zero and go to READY if screen
touched. The recorded file is saved.
1. 2 + 2 Variable Display: Rating/Speed will alternate each stroke with Time/Distance
– note the bottom left panel to control the timer & recording
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6.3 5 Variable Display:
If this is selected, then 5 variables can be displayed. These can be selected in Set Up (Section
6.4 below). An example configuration is shown (image 1. Below). The timer
(READY/SET/RUN/STOP) operates in the same as with the 2+2 variable display.
Any 5 of the following variables can be selected:
Rate: Number of strokes taken per minute
Speed (Split): Speed you are travelling in m/s (metres per second travelled) or
Split/500m (time taken to travel 500m)
Time: Elapsed time from the start of the piece/session
Distance: Distance travelled from the start of the piece/session
Distance/stroke: Distance travelled per stroke
Average Speed: Average speed for the entire piece/session (in m/s or Split/500m
depending on what is selected)
Stroke Count: Number of strokes taken in piece/session
Heart Rate (Optional - requires chest strap): Heart rate in beats per minute
Pace Speed: Set your speed to race against a virtual boat
Pace Distance: tells you how far ahead or behind virtual boat you are
Navigation: if this selected unit will display how many metres you are from, and
what direction you need to travel to get to, a pre-programmed route. Setting
routes can be done via the Coxmate website
Workout: Pre set your workout (done via menu screen);
Distance: set a distance over which you want to record a specific piece
Time: set the workout time for a specific piece
Strokes: set the piece to cover a number of strokes
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Rest: You can also set your workout rest by distance, time or strokes
Intervals: You can set your workout by the number of intervals
Display: When the unit is in Workout mode, the bottom right and middle
right segments of the variable display will be taken over – see Workout
section for details.
Time, Distance, Average Speed, Stroke Count, Pace Distance and Workout are all reset when
timer is reset and only update when timer is running. Please Note: if Auto Stop is enabled the
recording and workout functions will be reset each time Atop Stop is activated.
6.4 RECALL
Recall displays time/date stamped records which are stored in unit – Each time the timer is
stopped, a record is created - provided RECORD is ON (Got to Set UP/RECORD to turn RECORD
ON/OFF). Each record is indexed with the time and date of the start. Selecting and viewing a
record will show the how long record is (End Time) and the average rating and speed for this
period. Pressing NEXT and PREV will show the detail of the record in 15 second increments.
Records can be deleted. The option to delete all records is also available.
6.5 SET UP
SET UP enables:
UNITS to be selected for DISTANCE and SPEED:
o
Distance: metres, kilometres or miles
o
Speed: m/s, time/500m (Split), kph or mph
DISPLAY: Each sector of the 5 Variable display can be selected from the options listed in
4.3.
AUTO STOP: This enables the timer to stop after a period of time without a stroke. It can
be set to 5,10,15,20,25 seconds or disabled. If set to disabled, the timer is stopped
manually by touching screen. Please note each time the timer is stopped the recording for
that session is completed and the next time the timer is activated it will create a new
recording/file.
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SENSITIVITY: The stroke detection sensitivity level to Start the timer (Start Stroke) and
detect stroke (Normal Stroke - for determining rating) can be adjusted. The higher the
setting, the less acceleration is required to trigger signal. For rowing boats a setting of
‘low’ or ‘very low’ is generally the best. For kayaks and dragon boats a setting of ‘high’
is recommended. Special conditions e.g. rough water may require further adjustment.
AVERAGING: You can smooth rate, speed and ratio readings by averaging the reading over
a number of strokes – between 1 and 5. There is also an AUTO setting – the number of
strokes the reading is averaged over will depend on the rating. It is generally recommended
that the speed be set to AUTO.
DISPLAY COLOUR: Black on White or White on Black. Typically, black on white works well
in the daylight and white on black works well in darkness
Record: On or Off. This allows you to record your pieces/sessions and recall/upload them
at a later date
Seat Orientation: This sets the navigation assist direction arrows to display correctly,
depending on which way the unit is facing
Time Zone: This enables the time to be set (24Hr). This will enable unit to identify time
zone and set time precisely.
Notes on PACE function: This can be selected in display configuration. It enables you to race
against a ‘virtual’ boat. To use it, you must have both Pace speed and Pace distance selected for
display. You can then set a ‘target ‘speed by touching the pace speed section of display. A drop down
adjustment icon will appear. Select the speed you want. Once this is set, and the timer is started,
the pace distance will show how far ahead or behind the pace boat you are.
Heart Rate: If you are wearing an Ant+ chest belt it will be automatically detected and your heart
rate will be displayed. Please not this applies for models with the heart rate function only.
4.4
MODE
When you start the unit by default it is in RUN mode. The configuration of the 5 Variable Display
varies depending on the mode you are in. The middle right and bottom right hand corner of the
display alters depending on the mode you are in.
There are 3 modes:
RUN (Normal mode)
WORKOUT
NAVIGATION
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RUN MODE:
The default mode is the RUN mode. The unit will provide you with the standard variables on the
2 variable Display, 2+2 Variable display and the 5 Variable Display (those that you select –
covered earlier). If recording is activated then the unit will record when the timer is activated.
These files will then be available for recall or upload to a computer for analysis with the PC
Analysis Software.
WORKOUT:
If workout is selected it will enable you to choose and/or edit workout. 24 workout programmes
are available (A-Z excluding ‘’I’ and ‘O’). The workouts can be programmed in Time, Distance or
Strokes. Each increment in workout has a Work and a Rest phase. If you are training to a Workout
programme then the bottom right display segment will show the phase of the session you are
currently in: eg B:7:W, signifying programme B, interval 7 and in Work phase. The middle right
display will show the remaining time/distance/strokes. Workout is started by starting timer.
Selecting Route Select will allow you to choose a pre-programmed route which has been
downloaded from PC to GPS, or, NONE (no route). It is important to set the seat orientation
correctly to ensure the navigation arrows guide you in the correct direction. The current route
selected will be displayed in brackets.
Using Navigation Files:
If the unit is connected (via USB lead) to a PC, it will show up as a normal ‘memory
device’. All the files relevant to the Coxmate App are stored in the ‘Coxmate’ folder
There are 3 file types which are stored: ‘.CMT’ are the stored data files, ‘.CMC’ are the
programmed (Navigation) routes, and, ‘Workout.DAT’ contains all programmed workouts
The only time the GPS requires files to be placed in this folder is for programmed routes
(‘.CMC’). Once a route has been programmed using Google© Maps, it can be saved to
this folder.
Some web browsers will allow the file to be placed directly into this folder. Others will
require route to be downloaded to PC and then transferred to this folder.
You can also download the route file from a timed piece for analysis on Google© Maps
NOTE: The NAVIGATION function should only be used to assist in navigation and must
never be relied on for safety or collision avoidance.
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7.0 Maintenance
If unit is used in salt water, rinse unit, including mount, in fresh water to remove any
salt. There are some metallic components on mount which may corrode if salt is not
removed. Occasional light greasing with silicone grease of the metallic parts on mount
will minimise any corrosion
Periodically clean any accumulated dirt on the USB port on your Coxmate GPS by applying
some silicone grease (available from the Coxmate website) and inserting/removal the
cable into the port several times
To clean case and display use a mild detergent and rinse with clean water – make sure
access door is properly closed
Store unit in clean dry environment. Do not subject it to excessive temperatures
Battery Maintenance
o
The unit uses a Lithium polymer battery. DO NOT REMOVE OR TRY AND REPLACE
BATTERY. IF UNIT IS TO BE DISPOSED OF, MAKE SURE IT IS DISPOSED OF
ACCORING TO LOCAL REGULATIONS.
o
The battery should be charged at least once every 4 months. Charging: If you
are using a computer to charge unit, beware that PC’s may turn power off on USB
when PC goes into ‘power save’ mode.
8.0 PC Analysis Software
The PC Analysis Software and other resources are available at
www.coxmate.com.au/GPS
. To
access this software you will need the serial number of the GPS – at rear of unit (image 1. below). The
Coxmate GPS comes with a 12 month software licence. Thereafter a nominal annual fee will be charged
for those that find the software helpful for analysing and improving their performance.
1.
Serial number of unit shown on reverse side
The basics of the PC Analysis Software:
When the timer on the unit is activated it creates a unique files that is date/time stamped
These files can be uploaded to your computer via the Coxmate PC Analysis Software
When the unit is connected (via USB lead) to a PC and the PC Analysis Software is
launched the files available for download will be available for download and analysis
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Further information on using the PC Analysis Software is available via the Coxmate
website in the support section including a comprehensive user manual
9.0 Upgrading the Firmware
If you subscribe to email updates when notified of a firmware upgrade being available for your unit
you will be provided with a link to a folder. Within that folder there are 2 two additional folders:
1.
Programming Software (ProductTool_V5.41)
2.
Firmware Application (Product Tool - Files in this folder have .fwu suffix)
Installing Programming Software
Open the ProductTool_V5.41 folder and click on the Setup.exe. Follow the prompts to install
this.
To upgrade your firmware:
1.
Connect the CoxmateGPS to the PC via USB cable provided when you purchased the unit
(please connect the USB cable directly to your computer, not via external hardware such as
USB hubs or keyboards – image 1. below)
1.
Unit is connected to and identified by PC
2.
In programme list, find folder titled ‘Media Player Product Tool V5.41’
3.
Open folder and click on ‘Mass Product Tool’ to start programming application.
4.
Once the application has started, click Import Firmware
5.
Select the new firmware update file, from the location where you saved the application file
(.fwu suffix).
6.
Select Replace and Confirm
7.
Click Cancel on the “Import DRM File” dialog box
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8.
Connect the device to the PC, and it should eventually display “Found total 1 usb device: 1
disks. 0 ADFU” at the top of the screen.
9.
Click download, and the program updating should start. After some time your GPS unit will
go from Upgrading (image 2. Below), to Loading and then finally to USB connected (image
1. Above). You should then be able to disconnect from the USB port and test the new
software – please do not disconnect the unit or interrupt the process at any time
during this stage
2.
Unit upgrading firmware
10.
If programming does not start, hold both buttons down on GPS for 5 seconds, then release
the button on front (just below screen) whilst continuing to hold down the other button (the
On/Off button on the side) for another 5 seconds. The ‘download’ icon should turn a
green/blue colour. Click on ‘download’.
10.0 GPS Drift
GPS drift is caused by many external factors and consumer grade GPS devices cannot account for
these. GPS drift causes the device to appear to be moving on its own. It is most obvious when
looking at a track or when zoomed in all the way while at a standstill.
Satellites send their signal through the atmosphere down to earth. The atmosphere distorts this
signal, and other environmental factors (such as trees, hills, mountains, buildings, cars, reflective
surfaces and more) can further degrade the signal.
In the past, a satellite signal weakened by the environment caused a loss of position. High sensitivity
chips were created so that it was no longer a question of if you had a position lock, but how accurate
that position lock would be.
Now only the weakest signal prevents the device from locating your general position, but as a result,
the decrease in accuracy that is introduced by the environment causes GPS drift. In other words,
the device is more sensitive than the environment allows it to be accurate.