ShadowBox

Micropositioning system

User Manual

Table of Contents Chapter 1: Sports Safety Code – User Responsibility…………………… 3 Chapter 2: How Your ShadowBox Works..……………………………….. 5 Chapter 3: Setup: Charging, Calibration & GPS……....………………… 9 Chapter 4: Mounting your ShadowBox……………………………………. 14 Chapter 5: Recording…..………………….………………………………… 20 Chapter 6: Playback…………………………………………………………. 23 Chapter 7: Uploading Ride Data & 3D Viewing…………………………… 26 Chapter 8: Updating your Firmware………………………………………… 27 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting…………………………………………………. 28 Chapter 10: Proper Care for your ShadowBox…………………………….. 29 Chapter 11: Warranty and Returns………………………………………… 30

Chapter 1: SPORTS SAFETY CODE – USER RESPONSIBILITY Be aware that there are elements of risk in all types of sports and activities where you may be using your ShadowBox device. Whether you are boating, skiing, wakeboarding, mountain biking, snowboarding or doing anything at all that involves physical movement, both common sense and personal awareness can help reduce the chance of injury or death to you or others. Know your ability level and stay within it. To increase your enjoyment, follow the below general rules and above all, use good judgment:

It is your responsibility to:

• Familiarize yourself with the risks inherent in the sport, and the proper use of the equipment.

• Read and understand both your sport owner’s manual as well as the owner’s manual that comes with your ShadowBox.

• Familiarize yourself with all local, state and federal laws that apply to the sport you are participating in.

• Always wear appropriate and, where possible, certified safety equipment. For example, if wakeboarding or waterskiing, this would include a Type-III Coast Guard-approved life vest.

• Inspect all equipment you plan to use prior to use; do not use if damaged or not in good working condition.

• Know the area where you will be participating in your sport. Do not participate in your sport in areas that are recognized as not safe. For example, if your sport is wakeboarding or waterskiing, do not ski or ride in shallow water, near shore, docks, pilings, swimmers, or other watercraft.

• Make sure that your ShadowBox is properly mounted and securely attached to your sports equipment.

• Do not try to view your ShadowBox while performing your sport. Wait until you are done doing your sport to review your captured sport data.

• Participate in your sport within your limits. Always participate in your sport in control and at speeds appropriate for your ability.

• Never participate in any sport or activity while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• If you do not understand any aspect of this safety code, or have questions on proper and/or safe use, please contact ShadowBox at Kent Water Sports 1-800-537-2970, or e-mail info@shadowbox.com or contact Brand Manager Dan Meyers at 503-550-6110 and we will be happy to help you to further understand.

• The above safety code represents only some common risks encountered by users of the ShadowBox product. The above material does not cover all aspects of risk or danger.

Chapter 2: HOW YOUR SHADOWBOX WORKS Your ShadowBox device is a feat of science. The size of a deck of cards, never before have there been so many physical movement measuring tools packed into such a small space and made waterproof and commercially available. You are holding history in your hands! The data gathered from your ShadowBox will help to redefine how you view and talk about your sports performance. Very soon the ShadowBox will also have many applications for pure science and education as connecting it to any object will allow you to measure that objects movement in 3D space. At work inside your ShadowBox is a complex array of sensors and software algorithms, each of which serves a valuable data gathering or interpretation task. Most critical are the following:

• (3) Gyros – measuring rotation rates around the X, Y and Z axes • GPS module – gathering satellite data to help determine position, speed and jump

distance • (3) Accelerometers – measuring acceleration along the X, Y and Z axes. This data

is integrated to determine small changes in position • Pressure Sensor – another estimate of altitude • (3) Magnetometers – measuring the earth's magnetic field to determine compass

heading When functioning together, the above components orchestrate a form of “sensor fusion,” using elements of each to compute accurate angle and position readings and create a precise picture of your sports action or an object's movement. With your ShadowBox weighing less than ¼ pound and being both waterproof and shockproof, you have in your hands the ultimate device that will allow you to validate your rides, improve your training regime and raise your performance to the next level.

Basic Operations Your ShadowBox is waterproof to 2m (around 6 feet) but it is not designed to be used underwater and it does not float. MAKE SURE you use your leash AND a mounting system to fully-secure it to whatever you are recording. Minimize pressure on the ShadowBox by keeping it in the shallowest water possible. The box is simple to operate via (4) buttons and the OLED view screen. Here is an outline of the buttons as well as the basics of the box: Buttons & General Features:

• ‘OK’ button – This is your Enter button, which will allow you to advance through screens, accept entered rider profiles and start and stop recording.

• ‘Back’ button – Holding this button down for (5) seconds will turn your ShadowBox ON or OFF. The ‘Back’ button also allows you to back out of a selected screen. If you push this button multiple times it will return you (eventually) to the MAIN MENU screen.

• ‘Up’ and ‘Down’ Arrow Buttons – These arrow buttons allow you to scroll through items on-screen, as well as enter letters when creating a new rider profile (see RECORDING).

• Yellow Plug – This is your mini-USB to USB Connection…for charging and data uploading. See the notes on the Yellow Plug Below

• OLED Screen – This is your view screen. See the notes on the OLED Screen below.

• ShadowBox Light – This flashes RED during recording. • Leash Attachment – The Leash Attaches here. • Mounting Boot/Feet – One of two mounting methods (see Chapter 4).

BACK + ON/OFF

OLED SCREEN

DOWN ARROW

OK

UP ARROW

SHADOWBOX RECORDING LIGHT

YELLOW USB

PLUG LEASH ATTACHMENT

MOUNTING BOOT

MOUNTING FEET (1 of 4)

OLED Screen Review The OLED Screen on your ShadowBox acts as your guide through the recording process and also provides many ride data playback options for review. While the rest of this manual will guide you through the several user screens that will create your ShadowBox experience, here are a few important points to note about the screen: The Yellow Mini-USB to USB Plug The yellow plug covers the mini-USB to USB connection you use to charge your ShadowBox and to upload ride data to your PC (and soon Mac) (see Chapter 7: Uploading Ride Data). SPECIAL CARE NOTES: Handle the yellow plug with extreme care! Don’t tug on the plug or squeeze it between your fingers as it is a small rubber piece, with small molded parts, and it can be easily damaged. In addition, flush the area underneath the yellow plug with fresh water after each session. Blow any water out of the plug when done riding and make sure it is fully-dry before connecting it to a USB cable.

The yellow plug is shown raised above, with the mini-USB end of the provided USB cable plugged into the receptacle.

GPS SIGNAL

BATTERY CHARGE

MENU NAVIGATION

The Leash A leash comes pre-attached to your ShadowBox. Instructions for using this leash with a wakeboard are provided in Chapter 4: MOUNTING YOUR SHADOWBOX. Other sport and science applications for the leash will soon follow. For the sport of wakeboarding, the loose end of the leash connects to an open wakeboard boot hole either via the provided thumbscrew, or by using a thumbscrew that already exists on the wakeboard.

USB Connection Maintenance– IMPORTANT! To reduce the risk of corrosion of the USB CONNECTOR PINS (underneath the YELLOW PLUG) it is recommended to pack the USB receptacle with Vaseline or an electrical insulating grease such as the following from McMaster Carr: http://www.mcmaster.com/#1418k29/=3170a3. While important in fresh water, this is especially necessary if you plan to use the ShadowBox in salt water. Do not use a graphite or other electrically conductive grease as this will short circuit the USB pins. Your ShadowBox comes pre-packed with this grease, but it will wear off over time.

The Leash on the ShadowBox comes pre-attached to the box with the other end attachable to a wakeboard via the provided thumbscrew. Always use your leash!

USB Connector

Pins

Chapter 3: SET-UP ESSENTIALS: Charging, Calibration & GPS Lock There are three key things necessary for your ShadowBox to function properly:

1. Fully-charged battery 2. 3D Demo & Calibration Checks 3. GPS Satellite Lock

Charging Your ShadowBox It will take approximately 2 hours to fully-charge a dead ShadowBox battery. A good charge before you go out to ride is necessary so you can keep the action going. A fully-charged ShadowBox will last for about 4 hrs. of continuous use. To conserve battery power when out riding, be sure to turn your ShadowBox OFF when not in use. NOTE: Only charge your ShadowBox when it is turned OFF. Keeping your ShadowBox turned ON during charging will damage the battery and cause it to lose its charge much faster. MAKE SURE THE PLUG AREA IS DRY BEFORE CHARGING! Your ShadowBox is charged via the mini-USB to USB cable that comes with the package. Simply connect the mini-USB end of the cable directly to the ShadowBox by lifting up the YELLOW PLUG on the top of the device. Once the mini-USB end of the cable is connected to your ShadowBox, you have three options for charging, depending on which accessories you may have ordered. You can connect the USB end of the cable to:

• PC or Mac computer • ShadowBox Car Charger • ShadowBox Wall Charger

It will take approximately 2 hours to fully charge your ShadowBox. The ShadowBox Car Charger is very useful as it allows you to charge your device on-the-fly in your car or boat. NOTE: Before riding, make SURE the yellow plug is firmly back in place as this is important for waterproofing. NOTE: DO NOT leave your ShadowBox connected to your charging source for extended periods of time (over 3 hrs) as this may wear down the battery and cause its charge to drain out more quickly. The ShadowBox does not have an auto power off feature, you MUST power off the device after use.

Charge your ShadowBox via the mini-USB to USB connection underneath the YELLOW PLUG. Be SURE this plug is firmly back in place before riding!

VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: When doing a firmware update to your ShadowBox you MUST have a fully charged battery. If your ShadowBox shuts down during a firmware update due to a dead battery it will ruin your device (and this is NOT covered under warranty). See instructions for firmware updates in the WakeTracker section at www.shadowboxlive.com and in Chapter 8: Firmware Updates in this manual. Calibrating Your ShadowBox Your ShadowBox comes pre-calibrated from the factory. However, before each day of use, it is RECOMMENDED that you check its calibration via the 3D Demo (notes below) and likely re-calibrate your device to get the box back into its full-calibration mode. With the number of sensors at work in the device, a fresh calibration is helpful before each ride session…and the procedure takes only a minute. NOTE: FAILURE TO CHECK YOUR BOX IN THE 3D DEMO and/or RE-CALIBRATE YOUR SHADOWBOX MAY RESULT IN BAD RIDE DATA!!! 3D Demo Check (First half of calibration procedure) STEP 1: Mount your ShadowBox onto your wakeboard using either the Mounting Boot or the Wake Plate (see Chapter 4: Mounting Your ShadowBox). STEP 2: Once mounted onto your board, place your board with mounted ShadowBox onto a FULLY-stable, flat surface that is NON-METAL (no metal within 24 inches of the box). The metal that is on the wakeboard is ok. Wood, tile, plastic or even a grassy surface will work great for calibration….but the surface must be totally stable. NOTE: You CANNOT do this in a moving or swaying boat. STEP 2: Power ON your ShadowBox STEP 3: When you first turn on your ShadowBox, you’ll be greeted with a MENU screen that has three visible options:

• SETUP • RECORDING • PLAYBACK

Performing the 3D Demo is the first part of the calibration and accuracy-checking procedure.

Now, select SETUP and then 3D DEMO from the screen above. STEP 4: Performing 3D DEMO: While keeping your board flat, begin the 3D demo by turning the board and box in 90 deg increments and checking that the 3D cube on the screen follows with you. The top of the 3D cube (red in color) should be the only part of the cube you generally see (the cube will float a bit and you will get glimpses of the sides…but you should generally only see the top, especially when it’s not moving). If this test looks good, then pick up the board and box and move it around in the air, watching the cube…it should mirror the movements of the box. Once done, set the board and box back down on the stable surface and make sure the red top is showing again. If all looks good, then go to step 5 and perform the calibration. If the cube looks wrong in these procedures, power OFF the device, ensure it is on a proper surface, and try it again. Most likely you have some metal nearby, or the test surface is not level and/or stable. Calibration Procedure (Following 3D DEMO Check) STEP 5: With your ShadowBox mounted on your board and now having passed the 3D Demo check, you are now ready to calibrate. Ensure that your board and box are still on the flat, stable surface and that no metal objects are within 24 inches (a flat, grassy surface is perfect for this). STEP 6: Now, go to the MAIN MENU screen and use the arrow keys to scroll up and select SETUP, press OK, and then select CALIBRATE. Press OK again and follow the on-screen instructions. You will be asked to spin the device in a full circle, keeping it flat on the stable surface the entire time. NOTE: You cannot switch between the Wake Plate and the Mounting Boot, or visa versa, without going back through the 3D Demo and Calibration procedures. Repeat the steps in the above sections when switching between mounting methods.

Here CALIBRATE has been selected and the user is spinning the box in a full-circle, mounted on the board. The calibration circle is seen here.

GPS Satellite Lock When you first turn on your ShadowBox at a completely new riding location (new lake, etc.), it may take from 12-15 minutes to secure a proper GPS fix. The GPS signal should then lock on much faster, usually within 1-3 minutes, when starting up again in that same location. Your GPS fix or signal is noted by the GPS bars in the OLED screen’s upper left corner. The number of bars showing indicates the number of satellites that the box is locking onto. You must have at least (4) bars, and these bars need to be GREEN in color. If the bars are non-existent, too few, or RED in color, you are not getting a good GPS lock.

SPIN 360 to

CALIBRATE

Getting Good GPS Signal To get a good GPS signal you must be outdoors and in a wide-open area with no tall obstructions around, such as tall trees, high cliffs, canyons, large structures, etc. Your ShadowBox needs to be able to “see” at least four satellites. In addition, other sources of Radio Frequency (RF) signal may interfere with your box’s reception of GPS. Avoid being around these common RF signal interrupters and obstructions:

• Tall trees, high cliffs, canyons, large structures • Radio towers • Transmitters • Satellite Dishes • Generators • Another operating ShadowBox or Electronic device (within 10 feet) • Other devices known to transmit at or near the GPS frequencies (1227 and 1575

MHz) or near harmonics (multiples) of these frequencies Another factor in maintaining a good GPS lock is the acceleration of the object you are tracking. The GPS has been tested and will maintain lock during the activity of wakeboarding, and many other sports and applications to come, but sustained accelerations of higher than 5 g will cause the GPS to lose lock. For this reason there will be different versions of the ShadowBox in the future to accommodate sports with higher sustained accelerations. Recording WITHOUT GPS You may have difficulty getting a solid GPS fix for any number of the above-noted reasons. However, even without a good GPS signal, your ShadowBox will still accurately record and display all of the “raw data” it was built to measure. You will also be able to view your jumps and rides in 3D, upload data, etc. However, the measurements of Speed and Jump Distance will not be available as they are GPS-dependent. If no GPS lock is available, these stats will just show the following error message: NO GPS LOCK. Without a GPS lock you will still get accurate readings on the following statistics:

• Jump Height • Degrees of Rotation/Spin • Degrees of Roll • Degrees of Flip • Rotation Rates • Accelerations • Landing Impact • Board Angles (roll, pitch, heading)

Chapter 4: MOUNTING YOUR SHADOWBOX To get started using your ShadowBox you must mount or secure it onto the object you plan to record the movement of. Mount it properly and use the leash as IT DOESN’T FLOAT!! While we will soon be opening up more and more sports and other ways to use your device, the first sport or application being supported by the ShadowBox 3D Recording Software™ (SB3D) is wakeboarding. Therefore, below are the steps on mounting your ShadowBox to a wakeboard, as well as other flat, non-metal surfaces. As new applications for the ShadowBox are discovered and supported by updated software, instructions for mounting to these new objects will be provided in print and online. And yet, the Mounting Boot option (included in your package) functions well as a universal mounting method and will likely be utilized for many new applications. Placement and “Aiming” of Your ShadowBox Mount your ShadowBox onto your board so that the TOP of the SCREEN lines up with your TOES and the BOTTOM of the screen lines up with your HEELS. It doesn’t matter if you’re left or right foot forward in your stance. Position the ShadowBox squarely in the CENTER and MIDDLE of the board. The below picture shows a proper mounting:

Heel

CENTER of Board

Position the box in the center, middle of the board.

The bottom of the OLED view screen should line up with your heels, and the top with your toes. Goofy or regular doesn’t matter.

Bottom of Screen

Heel

Two Mounting Options Mounting your ShadowBox is a simple process and two mounting options are provided in the package:

• Wake Plate: This mounting system was designed specifically for use with a wakeboard. The ShadowBox screws into the Wake Plate, which then screws into the wakeboard on one end, and attaches at the other with a Dual-lock Disc (think ‘super Velcro’). Follow the instructions below for the proper mounting procedure.

• Mounting Boot: This flexible, universal mounting device can be used for mounting onto a wakeboard, as well as other flat, stable, non-metal surfaces, including a snowboard, kiteboard, sail boat deck, car floor, etc…The four Mounting Feet on the bottom of the boot rotate, allowing for un-even surfaces to be secured to.

• Leash: Your ShadowBox comes with a pre-attached leash. Always attach the leash to whatever you are recording and remember your ShadowBox doesn’t float!

Using the Mounting Boot Before getting started on a Mounting Boot mounting, ensure you have all the necessary parts:

• ShadowBox with leash attached • Mounting Boot • (4) Wake Plate & Mounting Boot Size 6-32 Screws • (4) Mounting Feet with Tape Discs (should be already stuck in the bottom of the

Mounting Boot) • Phillips screwdriver

With all parts on-hand, follow this step-by-step procedure for mounting:

1. Clean and thoroughly dry the surface (e.g. your board) where you intend to mount

your ShadowBox. Cleaning Alcohol works best for cleaning the surface of oils and other contaminants.

2. Insert your ShadowBox into the Mounting Boot (it ships to you pre-inserted).

Wake Plate

Mounting Boot

3. Use (4) of the provided 6-32 screws to secure the ShadowBox to the Mounting Boot. There are (4) holes in the bottom surface of the Mounting Boot and (4) thread inserts in the ShadowBox.

4. Remove the tape coverings from the bottom of the Mounting Feet…and be careful not to get dirt, water or other debris on the exposed tape surfaces!

5. Now FIRMLY press the device onto the board tape side down, in-between your feet, horizontally on the board (as shown below). NOTE: It is CRITICAL to have the device horizontal on the board exactly as shown or your ride data will be skewed. It is useful to measure the exact location first and sketch in lines with a pencil or other marker that can be easily erased.

6. Mount the device at least ten minutes before your intend to ride for best tape bonding.

7. Ensure that your leash is connected to the corner of your ShadowBox, then, take the other end of the leash and, using the provided thumb screw, secure the leash to the board via one of the open wakeboard boot mounting holes.

8. IMPORTANT!: Re-calibrate your ShadowBox since you have new metal objects in proximity of the sensors.

9. You are now ready to ride!

(4) Size 6-32 Screws secure Boot to Box

(4) Mounting Feet snap into bottom (4) corners of Mounting Boot

Use Thumbscrew to secure Leash to board

The box can be removed by popping it off of the Mounting Feet, which will stay behind. Pop it back on to re-use. Use additional feet to mount on another board.

Feet stay

behind

Using the Wake Plate The Wake Plate is designed specifically for mounting your ShadowBox onto a wakeboard. Follow the below instructions for proper mounting procedures: First, ensure you have all necessary parts on-hand before starting your mounting procedure:

1. ShadowBox w/leash attached (free of the Mounting Boot) 2. (1) Wake Plate 3. (4) Size 6-32 Screws (two extras are provided) 4. (1) Dual-lock Disc 5. (1) 3-arm Thumbscrew (for securing the Leash) 6. Phillips Head Screwdriver

Now, follow the below instructions for simple mounting onto your wakeboard:

1. Clean and thoroughly dry the area on your wakeboard that is in-between your wakeboard boots.

2. Screw your ShadowBox to the Wake Plate using (4) size 6-32 screws. Make sure the left side of the ShadowBox is oriented to the left end of the plate as shown.

3. Ensure both halves of a Dual-lock Disc are on the underside of the plate, stuck together. Remove the adhesive from the bottom half.

4. Place the plate onto the board in the correct position by lining up the hole at the end of the plate with an open wakeboard boot hole off the BACK FOOT. Be sure you have the ShadowBox on the plate, “aimed” correctly with the Yellow Plug towards the FRONT of the board. Be careful as the exposed adhesive on the disc will try to stick.

5. With the plate lined up correctly, press the end of the plate with the Dual-lock Disc adhesive onto the board. Make sure the area is dry for proper sticking.

6. With the disc in place, take the loose end the leash and place it onto the thumbscrew.

7. Now, simply screw the plate onto your board using the thumbscrew. This will secure the leash, the other end of the plate and the ShadowBox to your board.

8. Check the tightness of the thumbscrew after each ride….tighten it if it is loose! 9. IMPORTANT!: Recalibrate your ShadowBox since the new mounting will

influence the magnetic sensor readings. 10. You are now ready to ride!

Screw the box to the plate Remove adhesive cover from Dual-lock Disc

FRONT of board

PRESS FIRMLY to secure Dual-lock Disc onto

surface

Half of a Dual-lock Disc will be left behind on the board for later re-use. To attach to another board, you’ll need another half disc.

Line up with open REAR boot hole

Secure BACK end of Wake Plate and Leash to board with the Thumbscrew –TIGHTEN!

Switching the ShadowBox to another Wakeboard You may remove the ShadowBox from the board it is mounted on by either: 1. removing the box from inside the boot (and using the wake plate to mount it to other boards), 2. Pulling the ShadowBox, while still inside of the boot, off of the taped-on Mounting Feet. You can then insert new Mounting Feet into the bottom of the boot (provide in the package) and repeat the installation process. It is best to use the wake plate however, from wakeboard to wakeboard, as this will not wear out the holes on the bottom of the Mounting Boot. You can easily use the Wake Plate to transfer your ShadowBox from board to board. Simply unscrew the thumbscrew, removing the Wake Plate and ShadowBox w/Leash from the wakeboard. Now, mount the Wake Plate on a new board per the original mounting procedure shown above. NOTE: you will have to place another Dual Lock Disc onto the new board you intend to mount to.

Chapter 5: RECORDING Now that you have your ShadowBox fully charged, calibrated, GPS-locked and properly mounted you are ready to start recording rides! Remember, you can record without GPS, but you won’t get readings for Speed or Jump Distance when in that mode. When you first turn on your ShadowBox, you’ll be greeted with a MENU screen that has three visible options: SETUP RECORD PLAYBACK Select: RECORD and press the ‘OK’ button to get started. Setting up a Rider Profile When you select RECORD you’ll be greeted with another screen that shows the following: DEL RIDER NEW RIDER RIDER0 RIDER1 (and any other riders already entered will show here) At this point you can Delete a rider by selecting DEL RIDER, set-up a NEW RIDER for recording, or select a pre-entered RIDER for recording. Before recording, you must select or enter a rider profile so the data you generate can be saved under your particular name. Of course, many separate rider profiles can be entered in this same fashion, allowing for multiple users of the same device. If you don’t enter a custom rider profile, the data you generate will be saved as a default under the name RIDER0 or RIDER1.

When entering in a NEW RIDER, follow the on-screen instructions. When done, press ‘OK’.

Using the arrow buttons along the right side of your ShadowBox, scroll down to select NEW RIDER from the menu and press the ‘OK’ (ENTER) BUTTON. Now, with the cursor flashing, use ‘old school’ texting techniques to enter your name. For those of you not familiar with this form of text entry, here are the basic instructions:

1. Press down on the up arrow key until you see the letter you want (you can hold down the buttons to cycle more rapidly through the letters)

2. Once the letter you want appears, let go of the button 3. The cursor will now shift to the right 4. Repeat this procedure until you have entered your desired rider profile name 5. Once finished, press the ‘OK’ button to continue

With your Rider Profile name now entered, your profile exists in the file system of the ShadowBox. Simply press ‘OK’ once done entering the name, and then ‘OK’ Again to get the ShadowBox on stand-by for recording. The word ‘READY’ will show on the screen when the box is ready to record. Recording Rides Recording a ride is a simple task. Simply follow the below instructions and you are good to go.

1. If you have entered a NEW RIDER or SELECTED AN

EXISTING RIDER, and pressed ‘OK,’ the word READY should be showing on the screen.

2. Get fully-set in the water and ready to start. 3. Now, just before giving the go ahead to the boat driver to

start pulling you, Press the ‘OK’ button to START RECORDING. NOTE: Once you do this, the ShadowBox will start flashing RED (on the right side)…and the words ‘STOP’ will be showing on the screen. This means you are ACTIVELY RECORDING!

4. Tell the boat driver to start pulling you and do your run! 5. Once you finish your ride, immediately reach down and

press the ‘OK’ button again to STOP RECORDING. The RED light will stop flashing, indicating the recording is finished. The screen will return to the list of riders.

6. Failure to stop the recording may result in a very long recording session with cruddy data at the end, which will eat up memory and wear down the battery.

The word “READY” on-screen means the box is ready to record. Simply press ‘OK’ to begin recording.

7. SHORTCUT: You can press and hold down the ‘OK’ button anywhere in the system to go straight to the recording screen, which will queue up the last recorded rider.

Recorded Data Your ShadowBox captures what is called “raw data” when recording. Some of this raw data is then computed with GPS to give additional statistical readings; this data is called “processed data.” Below is a list of both raw data and processed data that is featured on your device: Raw Data JUMP HEIGHT: Max height of a given jump AIRTIME: Time in the air from leaving surface to landing SPIN R: Total degrees of rotation to the right SPIN L: Total degrees of rotation to the left MAX ACCELERATION: G-force rating for maximum acceleration MAX SPIN RATE: Fastest spin rate LANDING IMPACT: G-force rating for Impact Processed Data (requires solid GPS signal to compute) JUMP DISTANCE: Distance of a jump SPEED: Max speed, speed at any ride point (in WakeTracker)

Chapter 6: PLAYBACK, On the Device Once you have completed a ride you may view back your ride data directly on the ShadowBox view screen. To view your data, follow these instructions:

1. Select PLAYBACK from the MAIN MENU

RECORD PLAYBACK SET-UP

2. After selecting PLAYBACK, you’ll be prompted to choose from the following

menu:

S-BOX BEST RIDER0 RIDER1 (All riders entered into the ShadowBox will be listed here)

3. If you select S-BOX BEST, you will see a list of stats and the rider that holds the best rating on each measurement. This is a virtual leader board.

4. If you select a specific rider, such as RIDER1, you will be given three choices on

how to view this rider’s data: BY RIDE RIDER BEST ADDED UP

5. If you select RIDER BEST you will see a listing of the best of the rider’s stats

across all of their recorded rides. 6. If you select ADDED UP you will get to see the cumulative data of specific stats

all added up for all of a rider’s rides. For example, all the Air Caught in every jump of every ride recorded will be totaled here.

7. If you select BY RIDE, you will see another menu that gives you the choice between:

RIDE 1 RIDE 2 RIDE 3 (All rides captured under a selected rider profile will be listed here)

(cont’d)

8. If you then select a specific ride, such as RIDE 1, you will be given the following screen of choices:

RIDE STATS JUMP 1 JUMP 2 (All jumps captured under a selected ride will be listed here)

9. If you select RIDE STATS, you will see a summary listing of the best stats captured by that rider in the selected ride. Use the arrow keys to scroll.

10. If you select by jump, such as selecting JUMP1, you will be prompted with the

choice of: JUMP STATS 3D VIEW

11. If you select JUMP STATS, you will see a summary of stats for that specific jump. Use the arrow keys to scroll.

12. If you select 3D VIEW, you will see

that specified jump in a mini-3D application directly on the OLED screen. Here are the basic instructions for using this application to view a jump:

• The selected jump will

automatically play in the view screen

• Tip and/or Spin your ShadowBox to change the 3D display angle

• Press the ‘OK’ Button to pause the playback

• Press and hold down either Arrow Key to zoom in our out (UP arrow to zoom in, DOWN arrow to zoom out)

• When in Pause mode, click the up or down arrow to advance or rewind the action frame by frame

• The small white boots on the top of the board help you recognize the top of the board (the top is also red, with the bottom green).

While viewing your ride data directly on the ShadowBox OLED screen is exciting and useful, even more amazing is viewing back your entire ride in full-3D using the WakeTracker Software. For further details, see Chapter 6: UPLOADING RIDE DATA: Ride Sharing, 3D Viewing.

In the 3D VIEW mode you can view individual jumps while changing the camera angle simply by twisting and turning the device.

ShadowBox Memory The ShadowBox has enough memory to hold about 10 hrs. of continuous riding. In order to free up memory, you can either:

1. When in the PLAYBACK section, and you’ve selected a certain rider and RIDE STATS, you can select DEL RIDE as the last option in the list of stats.

2. When in the RECORD section, you can select DEL RIDER to select and delete an entire RIDER PROFILE (and all ride data associated with that rider).

3. You can also go into the SETUP section off the main menu, select ADVANCED, select FORMAT and press ‘OK’ – this will DELETE everything on your SD card. If you decide to delete all on your SD card, make sure you’ve saved any rides onto your PC that you hope to keep as all rides will be gone once you go through with this option.

Chapter 7: UPLOADING RIDE DATA: Ride Sharing, 3D Viewing JOE….THIS AREA NEEDS THE MOST WORK BY YOU… After you have recorded and enjoyed ride data directly on your ShadowBox, you have some exciting options to further display and/or share your performance. These options include:

• Viewing Your Ride in 3D on your PC • Sharing Ride Data with others on the Web • Posting Ride Data to the LIVE RIDES section of www.shadowboxlive.com

All three options require the connection of your ShadowBox to a PC (and soon a Mac) via the provided mini-USB to USB cable. In addition, you must download and install the WAKETRACKER software off of www.shadowboxlive.com as this software is needed for any of these applications, including firmware updates to your ShadowBox.

NOTE: At the time of launch in early Augst of 2009, uploading ride data is only possible onto a PC. A Mac interface update will be posting soon after launch. Check back on www.shadowboxlive.com for updates.

WakeTracker Software To get recorded ride data off of your ShadowBox and onto the PC (and later Mac), you need to have WakeTracker downloaded and running on your computer. WakeTracker functions as both a file retrieval tool, as well as a 3D display suite. WakeTracker is also required to download new firmware onto the ShadowBox. Follow the on-screen instructions at www.shadowboxlive.com to download WakeTracker and get it running. ALL ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING WAKETRACKER TO UPLOAD RIDES, POST TO LIVE RIDES AND/OR VIEW RIDES ON WAKETRACKER’S 3D PLAYBACK SCREEN ARE PROVIDED ONLINE, AT THE WAKETRACKER PAGE on www.shadowboxlive.com.

Chapter 8: UPDATING YOUR FIRMWARE Firmware is the software program that runs directly on your ShadowBox. The firmware also “talks” to the WakeTracker program on the PC when uploading ride data. Keep an eye on www.shadowboxlive.com for firmware updates. Firmware updates will bring new bells and whistles to the wakeboarding application, as well as offer completely new applications for other use with other sports and sciences. You can check which version of the firmware you have in SETUP->ADVANCED->ABOUT. You need WakeTracker installed and running to update your firmware, please follow the WakeTracker help at www.shadowboxlive.com.

SPECIAL NOTE: A fully-charged battery is required when doing a FIRMWARE UPDATE on your ShadowBox. If you attempt to update your firmware and the ShadowBox shuts down mid-process, due to a dead battery, you may ruin your ShadowBox. This kind of failure is not covered under warranty. For the correct procedure on charging your ShadowBox battery see Chapter 3.

Chapter 9: TROUBLESHOOTING Possible Issues: − Device does not power on

It is possible that the battery is completely drained. Plug the ShadowBox into a USB port or charger and try again after 1 hour.

− Device does not reach full charge in 2 hours

Make sure the ShadowBox is powered off during charging. If the device is powered on it will not charge properly, even if plugged in to a USB port.

− After a ride, when I try to stop recording the device is back at the main menu and

does not show the normal STOP screen If the ShadowBox algorithm can not track your position, it may stop the recording automatically and reset.

− During 3D playback my board doesn't line up with my ride path

The ShadowBox must be mounted in the correct orientation, top of the screen toe-side, bottom of the screen heel-side. The magnetometer calibration may also be wrong, recalibrate the device and make sure the calibration circle is centered on the screen.

− GPS signal problems

It can take several minutes to find the required GPS satellites when used for the first time at a location. Once the ShadowBox has locked on, it will lock on very quickly on the next power up at the same location. Cloudy skies or rain will degrade the GPS signal since the water reflects and absorbs the satellites' signal. Any building, terrain, foliage or other obstacle that blocks the line of sight to the satellites will also degrade the GPS accuracy. On starting a ride, give the ShadowBox about 30s to reacquire GPS signal since it is often lost during the period that the board is held under water. Riding for multiple short runs will not work as well as long continuous runs since the GPS may have to reacquire after every start.

If you have further questions or issues contact us at info@shadowboxlive.com and someone will contact you to help.

Chapter 10: Proper Care for your ShadowBox • The ShadowBox is not waterproofed deeper than 6 feet or 1.8 meters; DO NOT

submerge your ShadowBox beyond this depth. • Handle your ShadowBox with great care as there are sensitive electronic sensors

inside of it. Dropping your ShadowBox onto a hard surface can damage these sensors, rendering your ShadowBox in-operable. Such damage is not covered under warranty and is detectable (via accelerometer readings).

• Lift up the yellow plug and flush the USB connection area underneath with fresh water after your ride session.

• Ensure that the mini-USB connection area under the yellow plug is DRY before attempting to connect the mini-USB cable. Blowing on the area can help dry it faster.

• Handle the yellow plug with great care as this is a delicate covering piece and can be easily damaged or torn by pulling on it. NOTE: Damaged yellow plugs are not covered under warranty.

• DO NOT charge your ShadowBox while it is turned on as this can damage your battery and make it last much shorter before needing a re-charge.

• NEVER attempt to update your firmware unless your battery is FULLY-CHARGED. If your ShadowBox turns off due to a dead battery during a firmware update your ShadowBox will be ruined…and this is not covered under warranty!

• Always take care to protect the view screen on the ShadowBox to keep it scratch free. You may visit an iPhone store to have a protective covering placed onto the screen…there are various options available.

Chapter 11: WARRANTY & RETURNS All sales of ShadowBox products are final. However, upon receipt of your ShadowBox product you will have 30 days to return it to receive a replacement device if the device is suffering from a manufacturer’s defect. Items that qualify as a manufacturer’s defect are limited to:

• ShadowBox will not power on (try charging it) • ShadowBox software will not record rides • ShadowBox will not hold a charge over 2.5 hours • ShadowBox ride data cannot be transferred via USB connector to computer

NOTE: Most hardware and software-related issues can be solved by re-loading the firmware on your ShadowBox. See the WakeTracker section at www.shadowboxlive.com for updates on firmware. Contact us at info@shadowboxlive.com as most issues can be resolved via advice from the repair center. NOTE: The ShadowBox is only waterproof to a depth of six feet, or approximately 1.8 meters. A leaking ShadowBox will not be covered under warranty as such a leak can only occur if you submerge the ShadowBox beyond this range.

To process a warranty replacement, please ship your: Original sales receipt, ShadowBox device and USB cable, packed inside the ShadowBox padded case. Place these items inside your original ShadowBox shipping box and send within 30 days of purchase to: 219 Design c/o: Joe Van Niekerk - ShadowBox Returns 67 East Evelyn Ave. Suite 11 Mountain View, Ca. 94041 NOTE: You must also include a way for the manufacturer to reach you (email and phone number is best) so that you can be notified if your replacement has been accepted or not. Your ShadowBox may also be able to be repaired at the warranty facility. If accepted, you will either be sent out a new ShadowBox along with your USB cable and case, or, if repairable, your ShadowBox will be repaired and sent back to you with all the parts you sent in. If the product is evaluated and deemed free of manufacturer’s defects, and is non-repairable, the return will not be accepted and the product will be sent back to you as is. If the product is clearly damaged through use or abuse, the warranty will also be rejected and all parts will be returned to you as is.

We will do our best to work with you on getting your ShadowBox back up an running if you have problems. And again, please contact us at info@shadowboxlive.com with initial problems or concerns as we may be able to resolve your issue without you having to send it in.