Boomerang Cyclotrac V2 User manual
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Device Functions
General Description
Basic Operation
Wake mode
Sleep mode
Indicator LEDs
Setting Up the Cyclotrac
Activating the Cyclotrac
Step 1 - Navigating to the Activation Page
Step 2 - Signing Up for a Data Plan
Step 3 - Filling Out the Activation Form
Charging the Cyclotrac
Installing the Mobile App
Android App
iOS App
Signing into user Account
Updating Firmware
Step 1 - Gathering the required tools
Step 2 - Preparing the device for the firmware update
Step 3 - Executing the firmware update
Step 4 - Verifying the firmware update
Mounting the Cyclotrac
Choosing Where to Mount the Cyclotrac
Mounting to Frame Studs (Standard)
Mounting to a Frame Tube (Lock Mount)
Mounting to a Cargo Rack (Rack Mount)
Standard Mounting
Step 1 - Gathering Required Tools
Step 2 - Removing Existing Items
Step 3 - Placing the Screws
Step 4 - Tightening the Screws
Mounting with the Lock Mount
Step 1 - Assembling the Lock Mount
Step 2 - Securing the Lock Mount to the Frame
App Functions
Navigating the App
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WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
The Cyclotrac V2 contains a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. Rechargeable
Lithium-ion batteries are potentially hazardous and can present a risk of FIRE,
SERIOUS INJURY and/or PROPERTY DAMAGE if damaged, defective or improperly
used. ... If the battery becomes hot, smokes, swells, or gives off an odor during
charging, terminate charging immediately.
The Cyclotrac V2 is not waterproof.NEVER immerse the Cyclotrac V2 in liquid,
spray it with liquid, or expose it to high moisture. DAMAGE will occur. Keep the rubber
protective cover closed except when charging.
There are only two holes in the Cyclotrac V2. NEVER puncture, drill, screw into, or cut
into the Cyclotrac V2’s casing.
NEVER expose the Cyclotrac V2 to flame or extreme heat.
Introduction
This manual provides directions for use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the
Boomerang Cyclotrac V2.
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Device Functions
General Description
The Boomerang Cyclotrac V2 combines a real-time GPS tracker with a
motion-activated alarm to protect bicycles from theft.
The Cyclotrac is controlled wirelessly through the Boomerang Bike smartphone
app. The app allows the user to monitor its location, set alarms, track trips, and
perform other tasks. The app sends control commands over 4G cell networks.
Weather and impact protection is provided by an ABS plastic housing. It
measures approximately 5-¾” (146 mm) in length and 1-½” (81mm) in width. It
can mount beneath the bottle cage of a bicycle with tamper-resistant screws.
Up to a week of battery life is provided by an internal rechargeable battery. The
battery is charged using a micro-USB port on the side of the enclosure. A
recessed reset switch is located next to the USB port.
Status indications are provided by four LEDs on the top of the enclosure, and a
charge indicator LED in the USB charge port.
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Basic Operation
The Cyclotrac is always on. It has two different modes: wake or sleep.
Wake mode
The Cyclotrac wakes up when it senses movement, such as a light tap or
jolt. The gear and crosshair lights will flash when the Cyclotrac is awake.
When awake, the Cyclotrac:
●Tracks its GPS position and logs its location in the app.
●Logs a trip, a record of its movement.
●Listens for commands sent from the Boomerang app, like
arming and disarming the alarm.
●Sounds the alarm if the alarm is armed.
NOTE: The Cyclotrac must be awake to be controlled with the app.
Sleep mode
The Cyclotrac enters sleep mode when it detects no movement within the
last two minutes it has been awake. It will also enter sleep mode if it
exhausts its battery.
In sleep mode, the Cyclotrac only monitors for movement. All other
actions are performed when awake.
When it detects movement, the Cyclotrac exits sleep mode. If the battery
is exhausted, it will remain in sleep mode until recharged.
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Indicator LEDs
The Cyclotrac has four indicator LEDs and a charge LED.
LED
Behavior
Means...
Gear (System
Status)
Blinking Blue*
Searching for Bluetooth Connection
Solid Blue
Active Bluetooth Connection
Blinking Green
Active tracking
Pulsing (fading
on/off) Green
Cyclotrac is in Firmware Update
Mode
Rapidly Blinking
Blue✝
Fault
Battery
Blinking Orange
Battery is low
Solid Orange
Battery is exhausted or charging
Crosshair
Blinking Yellow
GPS position acquired
Lock
Blinking Red
Alarm armed
USB port
(Charging)
Solid (Red/Green)
Charging/Charged (will remain on
when fully charged)
Blinking
Battery faulty✝
*A blinking or solid Gear LED is a reliable indicator that the device is awake.
✝Contact customer service.
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Setting Up the Cyclotrac
Activating the Cyclotrac
The Cyclotrac needs to be activated to function. Activation registers the Cyclotrac and
account with Boomerang and connects it to the cellular network.
Activations are manually verified by Boomerang Bike. Please allow for some delay
between submitting an activation form and activation of the device. Activations
are typically performed between Monday and Friday, 0000 - 0700 UTC.
Step 1 - Navigating to the Activation Page
Visit: www.boomerangbike.com and click on ‘Activate Your Device’ to
begin activation.
Step 2 - Signing Up for a Data Plan
The Cyclotrac requires a data plan to report its position. Options for the
data plan will appear during activation.
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NOTE: Save a copy of your data plan receipt for your records.
Step 3 - Filling Out the Activation Form
Follow the instructions on the activation form to fill in the fields.
Boomerang will use the form to create an account and activate the
device.
Upon receiving the activation form, Boomerang Bike will send an email to
the provided address with login information. Activations are verified
manually during Boomerang Bike’s business hours.
Charging the Cyclotrac
Fully charge the Cyclotrac before its first use.
The Cyclotrac has a micro-USB port for charging. A micro-USB cable is included
in the package.
To charge, connect the cable to any USB charger and to the Cyclotrac’s USB
charge port. A red light in the USB port will illuminate. It will glow green when
charging is complete.
The Cyclotrac takes about 4 hours to fully charge. Regular Cyclotrac users
should charge it at least once a week.
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Installing the Mobile App
The Cyclotrac is controlled through Boomerang Bike’s smartphone app. Follow
the link or scan the QR codes provided to access the app.
NOTE: Approve the application’s requests for access, such as Bluetooth and
Notifications. Otherwise, the app will not function properly.
Android App
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.system.boomerangbike
&hl=en_US&gl=US
iOS App
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/boomerangs-cyclotrac-gps-bike/id1124454
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Signing into user Account
When the app is opened for the first time, it will prompt the user for a
username and password. Enter the login information received in the
activation email. Login information is CASE SENSITIVE, so ensure the
username is input beginning with a lowercase letter.
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Updating Firmware
Firmware is the Cyclotrac’s onboard software. Boomerang periodically releases
new firmware to add features and fix bugs.
Firmware updates use the app to send a command to the Boomerang cloud.
Boomerang’s servers send a firmware update to the device over cell networks.
NOTE: Updating firmware is critical to keeping the Cyclotrac running smoothly
and up-to-date with all new features.
Step 1 - Gathering the required tools
To update firmware, gather:
●The Cyclotrac V2 device
●A smartphone with Boomerang App installed
●The USB cable & USB charger
Step 2 - Preparing the device for the firmware update
Connect the Cyclotrac to the USB charger. Tap the device to wake it up.
Ensure the device is in an area with adequate cell coverage.
Step 3 - Executing the firmware update
First, select the device to update from the My Bikes menu. Tap the three
dots at the top right corner of the screen to open the drop-down menu.
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From the drop down menu, select “Settings”. This will open the firmware
menu:
Use the drop down menu labeled “Firmware” to select the firmware
version to install (the most recent is 195 as of 14 Jan 2022). Tap “Set”.
Tapping “Set” will be followed by a “Command Sent” banner at the bottom
of the page.
Firmware updates may not execute immediately after a command is sent.
Tapping “Set” multiple times may result in repeated firmware updates,
which is undesirable. Leave the device plugged in for 2 hours after the
firmware update. This provides time for updates to execute.
Step 4 - Verifying the firmware update
Lights on the device will flash to indicate an update in-progress. When the
connection is established the firmware version will be displayed on the
menu.
NOTE: “Report Stolen Bike” button sends an alert to Boomerang. Do not tap this
button unless the bike has been stolen.
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Mounting the Cyclotrac
Choosing Where to Mount the Cyclotrac
Mounting to Frame Studs (Standard)
The Cyclotrac V2 is designed to mount to bottle cage studs included on
most bikes. This is the preferred way to mount the Cyclotrac.
Mounting it standalone (without a bottle cage on top) provides the best
weather and tamper resistance. To retain a bottle cage, the Cyclotrac can
be sandwiched in between the bottle cage and bike frame.
Mounting to a Frame Tube (Lock Mount)
Some bikes do not have frame studs. In this case, a Cyclotrac can attach
to a frame tube using the lock mount (sold separately).
Mounting to a Cargo Rack (Rack Mount)
A Cyclotrac can also attach to a rear cargo rack with our rack mount (sold
separately).
Standard Mounting
Gathering Required Tools
Mounting requires:
●A screwdriver which accepts hex bits
●The bit included with the Cyclotrac
●Any tools needed to remove existing items in the bottle
cage studs
Removing Existing Items
Begin by removing any screws or plugs from the bottle cage studs.
Remove the bottle cage if one is already mounted.
Placing the Screws
Place the Cyclotrac V2 onto the studs, button and lights facing away from
the frame tube. Align the two mounting holes in the device with the studs.
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To use a bottle cage, place it on top of the Cyclotrac and align its mount
holes with those of the Cyclotrac.
Take the two countersunk screws supplied in the package and insert them
through the mount holes of the bottle cage (if necessary) and Cyclotrac.
Hand-tighten them into the studs.
Tightening the Screws
Use the supplied screwdriver bit to tighten the screws. Tighten the screws
until the Cyclotrac and bottle cage are held securely to the frame and the
screws cannot be loosened by hand. Take care not to overtighten screws,
because that could damage the device or bike.
Mounting with the Lock Mount
Assembling the Lock Mount
The lock mount should include:
●Two tamper-resistant screws
●Two stainless-steel nuts
●A plastic bracket
●An OTTOLOCK cinch lock
●Rubber washers
Insert the two screws through the Cyclotrac’s mounting holes. On the
opposite side of the device, layer the rubber washers onto each screw.
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Insert the two nuts into their slots on the backside of the plastic bracket.
Align the plastic bracket to the two screws. Thread each screw into its
respective nut, then firmly tighten them.
Securing the Lock Mount to the Frame
Place the plastic bracket against the frame tube. Slide the free end of the
OTTOLOCK through the gap between the plastic bracket and the device.
Wrap the OTTOLOCK around the frame tube and cinch it down.
The OTTOLOCK should be tightened as much as possible to keep it flush
against the frame. Having the OTTOLOCK flush to the frame will make it
more challenging for thieves to attack the strap.
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App Functions
Navigating the App
The app has three main screens: Bike List, Trips, and Settings. Each of them has
icons on the bottom of the screen. Switch between them by tapping on their
icons.
Bikes List
From the Bikes List, the user can view all bikes, monitor their battery
level, and see when they last updated.
Tapping on a bike in the bikes list will bring the user to its Control Panel.
The Control Panel can set the alarm on and off, start and end trips, and
view the bike’s location. See “Tracking”, “Trips”, and “Alarm” for details on
these functions.
Trips Menu
The trips menu displays recent trip recordings. See the "Trips" section
below for more detailed use information. Tapping the "Stats" button at the
top left corner will show the stats for the lifetime of all devices on
account.
Settings
The Settings menu allows logging out of an account and changing the
units of measure used to record trips.
Trips
Trip Recording
A trip is a record of a period of movement. The Cyclotrac logs its position,
elevation, speed, and other stats during a trip for later viewing.
Each trip recorded is saved in the cloud to create a lifetime record of a
Cyclotrac’s movements.
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Starting and Ending Trips
The Cyclotrac begins a trip automatically whenever it detects that it is
moving. It will continue logging a trip until it receives a “stop trip”
command, or is immobile for 10 minutes.
A trip does not populate the trip pane or the dashboard until it ends.
To start a trip manually, go to the bike’s Control Panel and tap the “start
trip” button. To end a trip manually, go to the bike’s Control Panel and tap
the “end trip” button.
Viewing Trips in the App
Navigate to the “Trip” Pane using the menu on the bottom of the screen.
The Trip menu displays previews of recent trips. To view a trip, simply tap
on it. It will display ride stats and the route recorded during the trip.
Alarm
Alarm Functionality
The Cyclotrac includes a motion-triggered alarm for theft deterrence.
When the alarm is on, the Cyclotrac monitors for movement. It will still sleep
when the alarm is on. Movement will wake the device and trip the alarm. 20
seconds after the first movement, it will sound a siren. (This 20-second delay
gives a legitimate user time to turn the alarm off when handling their bike). The
siren will sound for 10 seconds and the Cyclotrac will send an alert to the user’s
phone that the alarm has been tripped. This cycle will repeat for as long as the
alarm is on.
When the alarm is off, the device will still wake and track in response to motion,
but it won’t sound a siren and alert the owner when movement is detected.
Turning the Alarm On and Off
Turning the alarm on and off requires an understanding of the Cyclotrac’s wake
and sleep modes. Recall that the Cyclotrac only listens for commands when it is
awake. The device must be awake when arming and disarming the alarm.
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Arming the Alarm:
1. Wake the Cyclotrac.
2. Ensure the Cyclotrac is connected to the network. If the Cyclotrac was
previously asleep, it could take 30-60 seconds from the first motion. Press
the ALARM ON button on the app.
3. Verify that the lock LED is flashing red. If not, repeat these steps.
Disarming the Alarm:
1. Repeat steps 1 & 2 above.
2. Press the ALARM OFF button on the Control Panel
3. Verify that the lock LED is unlit.
Notes on the Alarm
The Cyclotrac must be awake to arm and disarm the alarm.
Even though the app can highlight “Alarm On” and “Alarm Off”, the app doesn’t
really know whether the alarm is on or off. Think of the app like a TV remote: you
can push a button to change the channel, but you have to watch your TV to know
if the channel actually changed. If the TV doesn’t change the channel, then you
push the button again.
In a similar way, the Cyclotrac’s lock LED is the ultimate authority on whether the
alarm is on or off. For example, if you press ALARM ON and the LED doesn’t
blink red, then wait a bit (10-20 seconds) and repeat. What the app says about
the alarm being armed or disarmed is a prediction rather than an indicator.
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Tracking a Bike
Navigating to Find Bike
To reach the Find Bike screen, go to the Control Panel of the bike to track and
tap on the “Find Bike” button in the lower left corner.
Find Bike Pane
The app displays the Cyclotrac’s location as a pin with a bicycle icon. It also
displays the phone’s location as a blue dot.
Tapping the crosshair button in the lower right corner centers the map on the
user’s location. Tapping the bicycle icon in the lower left corner centers the map
on the Cyclotrac’s location.
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