Mobius

iTrader: (2)

I was using a BadElf external GPS, set to 10hz. I believe the .5 to .6g readings I was getting to be accurate - those tires were hardened up.

When HLT worked for me it was fine. But sometimes the display would exit back to the home screen, resulting in no in-car feedback, and a couple of times it stopped recording the session altogether. I suppose it's possible the 10hz gps rate combined with the other activity was swamping the phone; it's a 3gs, so dual core, but not as fast as a 4/4s.

cordycord

iTrader: (2)

+1

GoPro pretty much owns the video-only market, and you still need to turn it on. There are now data acquisition units that sync with the GoPro, although I don't know if they turn the GoPro units on and off automatically or not. That alone is a feature that you don't know you NEED until you're trapped in a harness.

Savington

iTrader: (31)

I velcroed a GoPro WiFi remote to my dashboard. Turn the Wifi remote on before you strap in, then turn the camera on with a couple button touches when you roll onto the track.

I would kill for a GoPro backpack that turned the camera on every time my IQ3 was recording, though.

mr_hyde

iTrader: (4)

I read a post from a member who had his GoPro (IIRC) powered by a USB cable on toggle that turned the camera on and started recording when the power came on.

cordycord

iTrader: (2)

Don't kill me! I've got a solution, but it requires a tethered cord to your GoPro.

Savington

iTrader: (31)

PM me. I've already got a USB charger so running wires to the camera is fine by me (so long as they can be unplugged).

shanem

iTrader: (1)

I've often wondered if I could dremel a hole in my gopro case and power it from a usb cable to the dc outlet. Is that how you do it?

Savington

iTrader: (31)

That's exactly how I do it. I did shell out for the GoPro cig lighter to USB adapter, since the cameras are picky about how much amperage they need to record and charge at the same time and I didn't want to hassle with it. Picked up a 15ft USB cord on Amazon, drilled a hole in the side of the case, and plugged it all in. Works like a charm.

cordycord

iTrader: (2)

You could order all the parts and then spend a few tedious hours soldering them in (like I did), or you could just get it from this guy...

Cam do Remote Control for GoPro HD Hero and Hero 2 Cameras | eBay

Savington

iTrader: (31)

That's basically what I have now, except it's wireless (WiFi Backpack w/ remote velcroed to the dash) and doubles as my race timer (start the camera when the pace car's lights go out) for enduros. I can also take the remote out of the car so I can start the camera when other people are driving it.

What I want is something that will automatically start the camera when my IQ3 is recording - totally automated and brainless (just like me).

orion4096

iTrader: (22)

My plan is to use the external warning trigger for the same setting as enabling record (25mph?) on the IQ3 to set off a latching relay to trigger my replayxd. The replayxd is sitting on my monitor look at me right now which tells you how far I've gotten with that plan...

hustler

iTrader: (6)

Note to everyone here:
5hz GPS is great if you are a ------. My 10hz numbers are just as accurate as the official timing and give better data rather than lines telling you when you turn the wheel and when you touch the pedals. I tried to make a 5hz work, and it was okay, but left me wanting more.

cordycord

iTrader: (2)

I'm building a new data acquisition unit now that can use a tether to control a GoPro based on speed or movement. And much more, including CAN inputs and even Lin pot inputs. Interesting?

mr_hyde

iTrader: (4)

Which 10hz are you running? I only used my 5hz for one weekend at the end of the season but I thought it was 'da chit compared to the onboard iphone 1hz...

hustler

iTrader: (6)

g2x It matches the official timing to the hundredth, lol.

Leafy

iTrader: (1)

Yes, what 10Hz, a lot of 10Hz receivers are just 5Hz receivers with interpolation.

emilio700

iTrader: (3)

Yup.

Racepak G2X and IQ3 are 10hz receiver with g sensor interpolation thus they market it as 20hz effective.

bellwilliam

iTrader: (1)

it is called Traqmate + Gopro. it automatically starts recording when Traqmate starts.

for my other car with G2X and Gopro. I use the new Gopro iphone app. you can start/stop/change setting recording using your iphone AND you can watch whatever your gopro sees on your iphone screen. with 3 seconds delay.... great for aiming gopro

emilio700

iTrader: (3)

I started using the wi-fi and remote on my Hero2. Velcro the remote on the doorbar, handy.

cordycord

iTrader: (2)

Okay, everyone seems to like 10Hz for GPS. Is anyone looking at linear potentiometer readings for suspension? Lean angle? Throttle position? Does anyone use any systems with predictive lap times?