Also, when connected to a computer, the Catalyst cannot go into standby mode, not even by pressing the Power button, so the display stays lit, consuming more power. Garmin Support told me that this behavior is by design. One possible work-around is to use a special power-only USB cable, or to power it off completely by holding the Power button.

 

which would be the same as using either of the USB ports in a 911 (glove box or center console) since they are both "full" USB ports not just "power only" ...

 

That's what I recommend people do.

 

although I think both the USB ports in the car are off/on along with the ignition...

 

Well then, the unit should go to sleep after the user configurable time and wake with reapplication of power.

I have had people not get adequate charging out of using the unit in a normal way, just like the SmartyCam.

I do recommend people charge the tablet up before the weekend to insure that they have a full charge when they take it off the mag base.

To repeat, Garmin recommends charging and powering the unit with the INCLUDED cig lighter USB converter plug/transformer OR the hard-wired 12V>5V USB transformer. BOTH are included.

They say specifically NOT to charge using USB ports of laptops specifically and by inference, others in general.

 

You are best to write the registrar, I know they aren't letting blue run solo, but they may allow you as white, depending on your cv. Obviously neither club are doing check-out rides now, however I was able to move into PCA this year as black, coming from solo in Trillium. PM me if you have any questions.

 

I got a check out ride last weekend

 

Thanks for this. I've got options now for other events so I don't really need to get involved with another group. But if it comes to that in the future I'll get in touch.

I'd make some joke about Americans doing things differently... but even here there are groups that are allowing instructors in cars again with masks on so my point is moot. Not PCA though. UCR hasn't had instructed groups at all this year and their attendance numbers are hurting from it. I give them full credit for keeping us all safe. They ran the very first track event this year when the track was allowed to reopen and really set the bar so far as safety standards go. I'm very impressed by the efforts they put in to make it possible and pave the way for all the other groups.

 

PCA National does not restrict or prohibit personal timing devices in individual's cars on track. However the region may choose not allow it. All of the regions I have run with in the Northeast have no restrictions on personal timing equipment.

 

Considering cars with Sports Chrono have been going to track events for more than a decade, I would say the cat is out of the bag...

 

UCR seems to be fine with them as long as they're not visible in the car.

 

Been out of the bag longer than that!!

 

I got to play with one of these last weekend. Wow, really cool. It's bigger than i thought they were based on the pics. It feels like a proper modern device. Maybe it'll push Aim to innovate a little.

 

Indeed, indeed, how far we have come.

 

That was quick - sold out of our first shipment already and just got our re-order in yesterday. Haven't even had a chance to play with one much ourselves!

So we have them back in stock plus the small extra suction cup mount for the camera if anyone is interested.

Thanks!