Rocky Mountain Radar KAT-MATRIX - Manual

Thank you for purchasing the MATRIX developed by KAT Inc.
MATRIX is specially designed to be a simple-to-use addition to
any vehicle with battery operation and a highly sophisticated
processing system.
We are pleased to have you as a valued customer and hope
you will be delighted with your MATRIX.
This manual provides all the information you need for putting
the MATRIX to work for you.
WARNING: Always obey all local and federal laws when using
this device. This device is not intended for use on the street or
highway. Use only in designated areas with care and do not
take your eyes off the road. MATRIX records the results after
the run. We are not responsible for any accident or injures that
occur while using this device. Drive safely.
MATRIX is designed as a test device to measure performance
of the vehicle. Please use it for that purpose only.
DISPLAY WITH EVERYTHING ILLUMINATED
POWER ON/OFF
Press the MODE button to turn the Matrix ON. It displays each
mode and G-Force mode when ready to start.
Press MODE button for two (2) seconds to turn the Matrix OFF.
SET-UP
If this is the first time the unit is powered since installation or if
the orientation has changed, please move the vehicle to a level
place and press START button to calibrate the three-axis
accelerometer.
To accurately measure horsepower, the correct vehicle weight
and the correction factor for the vehicle must also be entered to
allow a horsepower calculation. To enter set-up mode, press
MEMORY button for three (3) seconds until SETUP shows in
the display.
Vehicle Weight
You must enter the weight of your vehicle. This information is
available in your vehicle’s manual. You should add the weight
of the driver, passengers and cargo plus any additional
equipment added to the vehicle.
Press the UP or DOWN button until the correct weight is
shown. Holding either button for 1 second causes the weight to
change rapidly. Press STORE to store the setting.
Horsepower Factor
This is a correction factor you can set for an approximate
conversion from wheel horsepower to engine horsepower.
Factory default is 1.00.
The Matrix is affected by drive train losses, rolling resistance
and aerodynamic drag which determine the vehicle’s
performance. Manufacturers’ ratings list a higher engine
horsepower which is not reduced by these other real-world
factor so you may need to increase the wheel horsepower
readings to approximately correlate to higher engine
horsepower.
Display flashes previously set value. Press the up and down
buttons until the vehicle correction shows in the display. Press
STORE to store the setting.
Horsepower Speed Range
You must select the speed range for horsepower calculations.
The Matrix will calculate the average horsepower over this
range and the peak horsepower within this range.
The setup item HP MIN SPEED sets the speed that the Matrix
starts measuring horsepower.
The setup item HP MAX SPEED sets the speed that the Matrix
stops measuring horsepower.
Display flashes previously set value. Set the minimum speed
for the average horsepower measurement by pressing the UP
or DOWN buttons. Press STORE button to store the result.
Set the maximum speed for the average horsepower
measurement by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons. Press
STORE button to store the result
The maximum of the HP MIN Speed cannot exceed the
minimum of the HP MAX speed.
SET-UP ITEMS
MIN MAX DEFAULT STEP
WEIGHT 25 16000 2000 25
HP FACTOR 1.00 2.00 1.00 0.01
HP MIN SPEED 10 60 30 1
HP MAX SPEED 30 100 50 1
Unit enters G-Force mode after setup and the display shows
the current G-Force reading. G-Force can be zeroed at any
time by pressing START button.
Mount MATRIX on the windshield centered between driver and
passenger. MATRIX must be positioned straight across the
vehicle. Do not angle the device toward the driver. The front
of the device does not have to be perfectly level. This device
automatically compensates for mounting angles up to 30
degrees from level.
Adjust the device on its windshield bracket until it is
approximately level. It is important that the device stays in
position during use. If the device moves too easily, tighten the
screw in the bracket or attach suction cups firmly.
MATRIX
INTRODUCTION
OPERATION
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WHAT’S IN THE PACKAGE
Operation Operation Operation
INSTALLATION HOW DOES IT WORK?
MATRIX DEVICE
WINDSHIELD BRACKET
3 AAA BATTERIES 3 SUCTION CUPS
INSERT THE BATTERIES WHAT CAN IT MEASURE?
The device is operated from three AAA batteries with a
capacity of approximately 1,000mA hours. Battery life is
approximately 40 hours with backlight.
Open the battery door on the back of the MATRIX and
insert three AAA batteries.
MATRIX can measure the followings:
1. Time to go from 0 to 60MPH
2. Speed at the end of 1/4 mile
3. G-Force
4. Peak and Average Horsepower
The MATRIX measures the performance of your vehicle by
sensing acceleration forces. It uses a three-axis accelerometer
to measure acceleration. This digital three-axis accelerometer
sensor tracks your vehicle’s acceleration and concerning
forces. This device analyzes data and calculates corrected G-
Forces for the G Meter operation, speed and distance data.
The result is the most accurate and it is the first device with
battery operation.
SERVICE
If you wish to return the Matrix, please contact KAT Inc.
Phone: (915) 533-1335 Fax: (915) 533-1344
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