No longer is data confined to a one dimensional set of squiggly lines on a computer display. Instead, the ability to import and sync video, in conjunction with those squiggly lines, has added a third dimension to the data analysis process.

To explain the process, let’s first take a look the process for downloading and graphing data from a Racepak data logger. Upon completion of the run, the vehicle is returned to the pit area. The Racepak data is downloaded through a download cable or cartridge (V300, V500 or UDX logger dash products). The third method is to remove the SD memory card from the data logger (V300SD or Sportsman logger), insert the memory card into the user’s PC, at which time the data is downloaded and converted into a runfile.

The last step in the process is to open the runfile, graph a data channel (typically driveshaft or accel G) and “zero” the run. This “zero” process allows the customer to accurately overlay data from various runs, with all data starting from the 0 time point (when the vehicle leaves the starting line).

Racepak’s integrated video software is designed for use with any type of video camera recording to a removable memory card. The video formats can be mpeg4, avi, mov or any other video formats associated with removable memory cameras.  Once the Racepak runfile is downloaded, and the zero point set, the customer simply removes the video camera memory card, inserts the card into the PC card reader, and with the Racepak runfile still open, select the IMPORT VIDEO button in the Racepak runfile