MyChron Mike's Loose Wires http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/ Racing data acquisition news, tips, tricks and more. 2009-12-16T18:07:17-05:00 Updates Aplenty http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/12/updates_aplenty.html Here's some catchup on some recent updates:

November 16th, 2009
MXL Pro & Pista Firmware Update v14.86.46

November 17th, 2009
ECU Bridge Firmware Update v45.01.05

November 18th, 2009
SmartyCam Firmware v1.00.30
Smarty Manager Software v1.01.05

November 23rd, 2009
EVO4 Firmware Update v43.02.17

November 24th, 2009
Race Studio 2 v2.31.02
MyChron4 Firmware Update v31.58.08

Downloads and release notes can be found at the respective links.

]]> Mike Jaynes 2009-12-16T18:07:17-05:00 New Jersey Motorsports Park University http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/10/new_jersey_moto_1.html New Jersey Motorsports Park in conjunction with AiM Sports and Victory Lane Data will offer the first in a series of seminars Saturday November the 14th begining at 9am. Roger Caddell will offer instruction in gaining the most from your AiM system in a classroom setting followed up with actual on track sessions where Roger assisted by Chad Brackens and a few AiM associates will offer instruction on data collected during the test sessions.

A few SmartyCams will also be available for demo on a first come first served basis. If youre interested in being setup for a demo please email chad@aimsports.com to reserve.

Space for the seminar is limited so please contact F1 New Jersey at 856.327.7213 or click here for a registration form.

http://www.njmp.com/pdf/NJMP2009ClassRegistration.pdfchad@aimsports.com

]]> Seminars MyChron Mike 2009-10-29T08:37:51-05:00 MXL Firmware Update v14.86.45 http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/09/mxl_firmware_up_2.html MXL firmware update v14.86.45 is available for download. This update contains only one significant change and that is to the predictive lap timing algorithm. Predictive lap timing with an MXL is now VERY good!. This new algorithm will be rolled into other devices in the coming weeks.

This new firmware was race tested last weekend at Miller Motorsports Park with many competitors in MX-5 Cup, Grand-Am Koni Challenge, as well as the Miller Mustang Challenge series - and the responses are exactly as we hoped - they loved it!

You can download the new MXL firmware, and revision notes here.

]]> Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-09-23T11:25:43-05:00 Race Studio 2.30.21 http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/09/race_studio_230_6.html Race Studio 2.30.21 is available now with the following improvements.

    Race Studio Configuration
  1. GPS04 (new chipset) expansion is now managed
  2. MyChron3 XG Log now allows a max obscuring time value of 255 seconds
  3. Updated translation for Japanese and Spanish languages
  4. Released official ECU drivers:
    • Subaru SSM 2008/2009
    • Aurion Subaru MTEC
  5. Updated the following ECU drivers.
    • Nira EDC/Cr Changed some channel names
    • Toyota Auris Changed Pedal_Break to Pedal_Brake (oops!)
    • Motec M800 Lancer/EVO X Added More Channels (4-speeds $ steering angle and speed)
    Race Studio Download
  • No modifications from previous release.
    Race Studio Analysis
  • No modifications from previous release.

The new Race Studio 2.30.21 can be downloaded here.

]]> Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-09-18T20:34:13-05:00 SmartyManager Update http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/09/smartymanager_u.html

The SmartyCam is finding it's way to retailers across the US and Canada this week - it has been released!! Along with the SmartyCam release is a rev to SmartyManager.

SmartyManager, the software for previewing a mounted camera, and configuring the graphical elements that display on the resulting SmartyCam video. Version 1.01.04 is available now with the following improvement:

  • Translation in Japanese and Spanish

Woo Hoo!? or do we say ¿¡Por fin!?

The SmartyManager software can be downloaded here.

]]> Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-09-18T17:40:58-05:00 More SmartyCam Updates http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/09/more_smartycam.html

The, yet to be officially released in the US, SmartyCam received more updates this morning. Again, new firmware and new software.

The SmartyCam firmware rolls to v1.00.20, which extends the stability of the v1.00.16 just before it. Version 1.00.16 was rock solid in standalone mode, but had some intermittent problems when connected to an MXL. That bug has now been squashed with the new v1.00.20.

Another rev for SmartyManager, the software for previewing a mounted camera, and configuring the graphical elements on the resulting SmartyCam video. Version 1.01.03 is available now with the following improvements:

  • Added new video objects tab group
  • Fixed bug in saving configuration choices before transmission

Both the new SmartyCam firmware and SmartyManager software can be downloaded here.

Given the recent stability refinements of the SmartyCam, the SmartyCam is only days away from being released in North America. Shortly thereafter, the remarkable list of additional SmartyCam features will be added.

]]> Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-09-11T20:13:06-05:00 SmartyCam Update http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/09/smartycam_updat.html SmartyCam Moto Preview

The, yet to be officially released in the US, SmartyCam has some updates available as well. New firmware and new software.

The SmartyCam firmware rolls to v1.00.12, which builds upon stability of the v1.00.10 just before it. Version 1.00.10 seems to have completely done away with any lockups of the SmartyCam LCD. This new version corrects the h.264 header information that allows for videos to be cut anywhere without the need to retain the first two frames.

SmartyManager, the software for previewing a mounted camera, and configuring the graphical elements on the resulting SmartyCam video, has been reved to version 1.01.02 and addresses the following issues:

  • Fixed bug in new upper bound values and level indicator
  • Improved custom logo and its preview
  • Single combo for unit measure to set boundary and value
  • Fixed bug when exiting application during on-lin preview, SmartyCam now returns to normal state

Both the new SmartyCam firmware and SmartyManager software can be downloaded here.

Given the recent stability refinements of the SmartyCam, the SmartyCam is only days away from being released in North America. Shortly thereafter, the remarkable list of additional SmartyCam features will be added.

[UPDATE 04-Sep-2009] Just received, and posted, SmartyCam firmware v1.00.16

]]> Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-09-04T01:05:57-05:00 Race Studio 2.30.20 http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/09/race_studio_230_5.html Race Studio 2.30.20 is available now with the following improvements.

    Race Studio Configuration
  1. Communication bug fixed.
  2. Fixed scrolling MXL system config window for low resolution monitors.
  3. Fixed "condition enabling alarms" for MXL systems, setting was not always saved correctly.
  4. Released new ECU drivers:
    • Nira EDC/Cr
    • Haltech CAN
    • Ducati Marelli IAW 5.9M (K-Line), K-Line for Ducati Diagnostic (EVO4)
    • Ducati Marelli IAW 5.9 (CAN), CAN-bus between ECU and OEM dash
    • Ducati Marelli IAW 5.9 (CAN + K-Line) CAN-bus plus K-Line (EVO4)
    • Lamborghini Gallardo
    • Maserati Quattroporte
    • Subaru SSM (EVO4 K-Line)
    • Marelli SRA_EDL8
    • BMW M6
  5. Suppressed the following ECU's.
    • Haltech EV11V2 - Replaced RS232/38.4kBaud with Haltech CAN
  6. Updated the following ECU drivers.
    • OBD2 OBD2 Auto-Detect, improved compatibility (EVO4)
    • OBD2 ISO9141/2, improved compatibility (EVO4)
    • OBD2 KWP2000 Slow Init (EVO4)
    • Marelli FR2000
    • AEM
    • E-Race E46 M48, added compatibility with E-Race M48 and corrected TPS
    • Subaru SSM, adjusted sampling frequencies
    • Hydra EMS 2.5-2.6, added 2.5 compatibility
    • Bosch Audi, correction to TipTronik ECU channels (EVO4)
    • VW VWGroup correction to TipTronik ECU channels
    • Autronic SM4 v1.09, changed USER4 ECU Channel into OIL PRESSURE ECU Channel (0.0 to 12.0 BAR)
  7. Renamed the following ECUs.
    • Ferrari 430C is now 430C (Marelli DDU)
    Race Studio Download
  • No modifications from previous release.
    Race Studio Analysis
  1. Fixed bug that can generate wrong GPS data channels.

The new Race Studio 2.30.20 can be downloaded here.

]]> Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-09-02T19:32:40-05:00 Update-O-Rama http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/08/updateorama.html Several products received updates in the last couple weeks, below is a summary of those updates.

Qman & DragOn
QMan and DragOn drag racing analysis software received updates, most notably 64-bit Windows OS support, and also addressed a download issue with recent production MyChron4 660's. Download the latest QMan here.

EVO3
The EVO3 Pista and Pro version received a firmware updates, the update and release notes can be found here.

GPS Manager
The GPS Manager software has also been updated, you can find that download here.

SmartyCam
The much anticipated SmartyCam, is finding its way into the US via Europe and a few sneaking out from our testing here in the US. In support of the few that are out there, SmartyCam firmware and software updates can be found here. The SmartyCam will officially be released in the US very soon...

]]> Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-08-12T05:52:44-05:00 Grand Junction AiM Data Seminar http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/08/grand_junction.html Roger Caddell of Victory Lane Data will be presenting a Data Seminar at Grand Junction Motor Speedway August 22nd and 23rd. Saturday Roger will present his class from 9AM to 4:30PM. Sunday Roger will be on hand for trackside support to aide in further understanding the value of your AiM system.

For more information you may call Grand Junction Motor Speedway at 970.256.0107 or check their website at:

http://www.gjmotorspeedway.com


MyChron Mike

]]> Seminars MyChron Mike 2009-08-05T13:09:53-05:00 Race Studio 2 64-bit USB Drivers http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/07/race_studio_2_6.html Race Studio 2, version 2.30.19 beta, is now available for download. The update includes the latest improvements in RS 2.30.18 plus adds 64-bit USB driver support.

The new Race Studio 2.30.19 can be downloaded here.

]]> Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-07-01T15:57:12-05:00 EVO4 Firmware v43.02.15 http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/07/evo4_firmware_v.html EVO4 firmware version 43.02.15 is now available. The firmware update includes:

  • EVO4
  • Improved GPS Lap Timing.
  • Formula Digital Steering Wheel
  • Added gear calculation restart.
  • MyChron3 Dash
  • Added gear calculation restart.

Lambda controller, and channel expansion modules did not receive updates. The EVO4 firmware can now be downloaded here.

]]> Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-07-01T15:50:05-05:00 MXL Firmware Update http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/07/mxl_firmware_up_1.html MXL firmware update v14.86.43 is now available and offers the following improvements:

  • Channel Expansion of SmartyCam Management
  • Fixed Memory Key Bug
  • Updates GPS Module to v35.18 with improved lap timing

You can download the new MXL firmware, and revision notes here.

]]> Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-07-01T15:47:11-05:00 Race Studio v2.30.18 http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/07/race_studio_v23_1.html Race Studio 2, version 2.30.18, is now available for download. Changes include a host of changes and improvements to several supported ECU protocols. It also adds support for more ECU's to our already industry leading list of ECU protocol support.

  • Race Studio Configuration
  • Added Management of SmartyCam ECU bridge
  • New: Alarm on a generic channel can now be set as ouput signal of EVO4 system
  • New: Track width for GPS lap timer can now be defined for MXL and EVO3 Pro/Pista
  • Updated translations for German and Japanese languages
  • Fixed import/export SmartyCam function settings bug
    • Added Official ECU Support
    • Toyota - Lexus
    • Maserati - 4200
    • ECU Protocols Now Available in Beta
    • Bosch - MS4 Sport FIA GT3
    • OBD2 - Auto-detect (EVO4 Logger Only)
    • GM - Z06 LS7 (Corvette)
    • Aurion - MTEC Sport
    • ECU Upgrades and Bug Fixes
      • --See full release notes for details.
    • GM - C6 LS2
    • EFI - Euro6(new)/Euro12(new)
    • VW - VW Group
    • MoTeC - M400/M600/M800 1M V3
    • MoTeC - M400/M600/M800 500k V3
    • MoTeC - M800 Lancer EVO10
  • Race Studio 2 Analysis and Download
  • No modifications from previous release.

    • The new Race Studio 2.30.18 can be downloaded here.

    ]]>     Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-07-01T15:40:07-05:00     EVO4 Firmware Update http://www.aimsports.com/weblog/archives/2009/06/evo4_firmware_u.html EVO4 firmware version 43.02.14 is now available. The firmware update includes:

    • EVO4
    • Improved sample memorization against hardware noise.
    • Added gear calculation.
    • Added SmartyCam management
    • SmartyCam v47.04.09
    • First release.
    • Formula Digital Steering Wheel
    • Added gear calculation visualization.
    • MyChron3 Dash
    • Added gear calculation visualization.

    Lambda controller, and channel expansion modules did not receive updates. The EVO4 firmware can now be downloaded here.

    ]]>     Firmware + Software Updates Mike Jaynes 2009-06-10T14:10:50-05:00