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Hello and welcome to MyChron Mike's Loose Wires, where you can find the latest information on AiM products, ask questions or make a general comment on anything from your last race to inviting me to dinner at the next one. Thanks for stopping by!
Posted by MyChron Mike
July 03, 2008
Happy Independence Day
All of us at AiM Sports would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July. In honor of our countries birthday we will close our offices to spend time with friends and families while we celebrate our freedom and the many wonderful opportunities we all enjoy living in America.
MyChron Mike
Posted by MyChron Mike at 11:32 AM
June 25, 2008
Race Studio 2 on a Mac [Update]
[This article is an update to the one originally published in March of 2007]
An increasingly common tech support and pre-sales question is "Does your software run on a Mac?" The short answer is Yes, on Intel based Macs. I use it every day, both on my iMac and my MacBook Pro. The long answer is…
Continue reading " Race Studio 2 on a Mac [Update] "
Posted by Mike Jaynes at 06:15 PM
June 06, 2008
MyChron4 GPS Lap Timing
GPS automatic lap timing has been enabled in this first public release of new MyChron4 and GPS firmware. You can download the update along with the GPS lap timing manual below. Feedback is appreciated.
Download the new firmware, and well as the MyChron4 GPS lap time manual.
MyChron Mike
Posted by MyChron Mike at 01:46 PM
May 27, 2008
Data Seminars in Buffalo Grove, IL
In preparation for the June Sprints, Precision AutoResearch is presenting two 'Race Intelligence' seminars at Perfect Power in Buffalo Grove, Illinois on June 13th and 14th, 2008.
Friday's seminar is a Level 1 and is targeted at racers and mechanics who "have a new system or are considering buying one, this session will be very useful to get started properly and quickly. Comprehensive orientation of the new Race Studio 2 software (setup and analysis) will assist long-time AIM users." This course runs from 12:00 PM on Friday until 7:00 PM.
Saturday's Level 2 course is "intended for existing AiM system data users looking to become advanced users, the techniques and tricks presented are applicable to other data analysis systems as well." This course begins at 9:00 AM on Saturday and finishes up at 4:00 PM.
Both courses are hands-on, racers and crew members are encouraged to bring their laptops.
All the details are here in the PAR Seminar at Perfect Power June 2008 PDF.
Posted by Mike Jaynes at 06:00 PM
May 21, 2008
Data Acq Seminar @ California Speedway, June 6th
Roger Caddell of Victory Lane Data will be providing yet another one of his much sought after automotive data acquisition seminars at the upcoming SCCA Double Regional event at California Speedway, June 6-8th. The data acquisition seminar will be Friday night, June 6th at 6:30 PM. Admission is free for Cal Club members, and $40 for non-members.
Register now at the Cal Club site www.calclub.com
Posted by Mike Jaynes at 10:07 PM
April 24, 2008
MyChron4 Update 31.55.06
A new MyChron4 firmware is available for download. The update contains a bug fix for the RPM Peak Hold function that didn't work properly in some High Stall Clutch applications. Also fixed was a bug that under very rare circumstances would create a problem with data memory. The Dutch language package has been updated, and lastly the firmware updates the MyChron4 data key to version 33.27, which addresses some issues with firmware upgrades for old firmware versions. It is recommended that all MyChron4 owners upgrade.
Click here to download this update. Data key required for firmware upgrade.
Posted by Mike Jaynes at 11:17 AM
April 01, 2008
Race Studio 2 Tutorial
Our very own Trey Shannon has written a tutorial on using the horsepower and torque curve analysis tool, named RPM Analysis, in Race Studio 2. View the PDF here (right-click to download).
Posted by Mike Jaynes at 08:05 PM
March 18, 2008
Seminar, Seminar & Seminar
Victory Lane Data has three upcoming seminars;
March 22nd, 2008 - Karting Data Seminar
at Beaver Run Motorsports Complex in PA hosted by Turn1 ProSports.
April 5th, 2008 - General Data Seminar
at Hale Motorsports in Old Saybrook, CT.
April 19th, 2008 - General Data Seminar
at a pending location in the Los Angeles, CA area.
For more information and to sign up, visit Victory Lane Data
Posted by Mike Jaynes at 08:46 PM
March 04, 2008
Loud Pedal, Part 3
The third and final installment of Data Acquisition: What Racers Need to Know written by Roger Caddell of Victory Lane Data is now available in the latest edition of Loud Pedal. If you missed part one or two, you can click the respective links below.
Loud Pedal Feb 08, Data Acquisition: What Racers Need to Know - Part 2
Loud Pedal Jan 08, Data Acquisition: What Racers Need to Know - Part 1
Posted by Mike Jaynes at 02:58 PM
February 21, 2008
Kart Expo International
"MyChron Mike" McKnight, Chad Brackens, and Aaron Byrd from the AiM Sports Virginia office, along with Roger Caddell from Victory Lane Data will be exhibiting our wares at the 16th Annual Kart Expo International, presented by Sodi Kart.
The show kicks off Saturday morning at 9:00 AM to trade, and noon to the public, the show runs through 4:00 PM on Sunday. This years show is again at the Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center in Schaumburg, Illinois - just outside of Chicago. Roger Caddell will be giving one of his great "Getting the Most from you MyChron" seminars at 1:00 PM on Saturday.
Posted by Mike Jaynes at 11:21 PM
February 12, 2008
Loud Pedal, Part 2
The second installment on using and understanding data acquisition written by Roger Caddell of Victory Lane Data is now available in the latest edition of Loud Pedal. Click the link below for part two. If you missed part one you can click the second link below for it.
Loud Pedal Feb 08, Data Acquisition: What Racers Need to Know - Part 2
Loud Pedal Jan 08, Data Acquisition: What Racers Need to Know - Part 1
Posted by MyChron Mike at 04:22 PM
February 08, 2008
Math Channels
In the PDF below you will find the how's and how to on understanding and writing Math channels in our RaceStudio2 software. Trey Shannon here in our Virgina office has written this paper in order to assist our users in the proper compliation and insertion of the Math channels into our software. If you find that you have questions please feel free to give us a call.
MyChron Mike
Posted by MyChron Mike at 09:47 AM
Big Bang Theory?
Chad and Trey have been in Milan all week long for training on all the new products coming in the near future. Last night it was time for some much needed fun and the guys went to one of Milans premier indoor karting facilities for some racing action. From the picture above it appears that Trey, being an Oval racer at heart forgot that in Italy they race on Road courses and went the wrong way at the first turn. Hence his new nickname "Wrong Way Trey" From what I know about Italian drivers he more than likely had a lot of help getting in that position in the first turn! No matter what happened and of course there are always two sides they had a blast with many of their new found friends and have learned so much during their trip.
We all look forward to having them back next week.
MyChron Mike
Posted by MyChron Mike at 09:36 AM
February 07, 2008
Thought for the Week
My favorite radio station here at home which happens to be country every morning at 6 and again at noon recites the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the Star Spangled Banner. Its pretty awesome and I look forward to catching it on my way to the office or at lunch. It never fails to make me think about what a great country we live in and how many have sacrificed for all that we have.
MyChron Mike
Posted by MyChron Mike at 12:44 PM
February 06, 2008
Mid-America Speedway Series
The Mid America Spedway Series kicks off its 2008 season with its 1st Annual Awards Banquet at the Kansas City Airport Marriott Hotel February 16th. Awards and prizes will be handed out to all the champions along with recognition for all who took part in year one of the highly competitive series.
I will be in attendance and offering a 30 minute talk on how to get the most from your MyChron products as well as answer any questions you may have. I will also be happy to update firmware for any of you who care to bring your MyChron4's with you. This would be a great time to get your gauge updated to the most current firmware prior to the start of the season.
MyChron Mike
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