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Racelogic Ltd Connecting DriftBox to external devices
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Connecting DriftBox to external devices
Drift Data output
DriftBox transmits live data on its serial port at the rear of the DriftBox when it is in Drift Mode. Any
other devices with a serial input, such as a video overlay unit, can use this data. A serial output
cable will be required (part number RLCAB032), please see the DriftBox website or contact your
local supplier for details.
In Drift Practice Mode, the RS232 serial port outputs the following message at 115200bps at 10Hz
intervals:
$DBOX,sss.s,±gg.g,±ll.l,±ddd.d,pp.p<CR><LF>
sss.s = speed in kmh
±gg.g = g-force in g (lateral)
±ll.l = g-force in g (longitudinal)
±ddd.d = drift angle
pp.p = points
Note: ensure that the ‘Sectors’ option has not been selected, as the output when in this
mode is different.
NMEA data output
When DriftBox diagnostic mode is active the DriftBox serial port outputs NMEA standard format
GPS information. This makes it directly compatible for use as GPS input to mapping software
programs for navigation use, such as Microsoft‟s Streets and Trips, Route 66 or similar software. A
serial output cable will be required (part number RLCAB040), please see the DriftBox website or
contact your local supplier for details. NMEA data is output at a baud rate of 4800bps.