Rugged Interactive NinjaTrac User manual

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NinjaTrac
Order and Installation Manual
For models from February 2022 onwards
Rugged Interactive
Unit 1, Callywith Court
Callywith Industrial Estate, Bodmin
Cornwall, UK
PL231 2RQ
[phone]
www.rugged-interactive.co.uk
[e-mail]
Updated 13/01/2023

Rugged Interactive
Unit 1, Callywith Court
Callywith Industrial Estate, Bodmin
Cornwall, UK
PL31 2RQ
[phone]
www.rugged-interactive.co.uk
[e-mail]
©Rugged Interactive 2022
Contents
Section 1 – Ordering Process
1.1 Need to Know
1.2 Order and Installation Checklist
1.3 Product Overview
1.4 Ordering and Installation Timeline
1.5 Getting Started
1.6 Place Order
Section 2 – Safety Guidelines
2.1 Installation Safety Guidelines
2.2 In Play Safety Guidelines
Section 3 – Installation
3.1 Parts List
3.2 Tools and Components List
3.3 Installation Overview
3.4 Detailed Installation
Section 4 – How to Use
Section 5 – Programs Guide
NinjaTrac System Specifications
NinjaTrac Installation Checklist

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Section 1 – Ordering Process
1.1 - Need to Know
Installation manual purpose and limitations
This manual is intended to provide guidance only, the installation of the Rugged Interactive product will be
under your control. You will be responsible for making sure, upon completion of the installation, it is safe to
use. As always, we are here to support you, please get in touch if you are in any doubt.
Regulations
Some countries and states have regulations which may be applicable to the Rugged Interactive products, it
is your responsibility to check that the product complies with such regulations. This should be conducted
during the planning phase for the installation location.

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1.2 - Order and Installation Checklist
Contact the Rugged Interactive sales team or a partner / distributor to begin the process.
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Confirm the invoice and delivery address along with date required (lead time is at least 5 weeks),
VAT number required for export customers.
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Complete site survey.
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Send purchase order or confirm order.
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Make first payment.
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Make second payment (required a week before dispatch).
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Schedule time and team members for installation.
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Before install, confirm all tools and components are prepared.
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Organise shipment (Customer collection or delivery organised by Rugged Interactive).
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Receive your order.
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Install the product.
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Test and complete installation checklist.
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Train the team on how to use the product.
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Reveal your new Rugged Interactive product to your guests and customers!
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Unit 1, Callywith Gate
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Cornwall, UK
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1.3 - NinjaTrac Overview
Add an exciting, interactive element to your indoor play centre. NinjaTrac is a versatile
test of speed, fitness and accuracy, encouraging competition and the motivation
to “ninja run” for longer. Players race down the course, being sure to hit the
pods on the way as every missed pod will incur a 10 second time penalty,
before hitting the final pod to stop the timer.
The fastest times will top the leaderboard, so be quick!
Featuring the ability to position the pods at the installers’ discretion to
give users a challenge.
The use of creative backing graphics will make NinjaTrac a compelling
and eye-catching feature.
1.4 - Order and Installation Timeline
*We do our best to ensure orders are ready on a five-week lead time, however during busy periods
or for large orders, the lead time may be longer than outlined here. Lead time will also be affected
by graphics guidelines, approval and payment delays.

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Unit 1, Callywith Court
Callywith Industrial Estate, Bodmin
Cornwall, UK
PL31 2RQ
[phone]
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[e-mail]
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1.5 - Getting Started
New Parks
During the design process for the new park, incorporate the intended products into the design, product
specifications can be found within this manual for the relevant product and CAD files can be supplied upon
request.
Existing Parks
When retrofitting existing parks, all specifications can be found within this manual or CAD files are available
at request. If further information is required, please get in touch and we will be able to provide further
information and guidance.
1.6 - Place Order
To begin the order process with Rugged Interactive:
Email:
[e-mail]
Or call the Sales Office:
[phone]
Sales Office Address:
Rugged Interactive,
Future Space,
UWE North Gate,
Filton Road,
Bristol,
UK
BS34 8RB
HQ/Production Address:
Unit 1 Callywith Court
Callywith Ind. Estate,
Bodmin,
Cornwall
UK
PL31 2RQ

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Unit 1, Callywith Court
Callywith Industrial Estate, Bodmin
Cornwall, UK
PL31 2RQ
[phone]
www.rugged-interactive.co.uk
[e-mail]
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Section 2 - Safety Guidelines
2.1 Installation Safety Guidelines
Before installing any Rugged Interactive product, please read the following:
Dos:
§ Ensure that a Site Survey form has been completed prior to installation.
§ Have ready suitable equipment, tools and/or man power.
§ Observe correct manual handling techniques whilst moving and installing the equipment.
§ If being installed onto a wall, the product MUST be mounted onto a wall of a construction capable of
supporting its weight and gameplay. If possible, avoid stud walls or unsupported portal infills. If in
doubt always contact a suitably qualified surveyor to check.
§ Visually check the product for any signs of damage, component failure and/or missing parts.
§ To prevent electric shock, keep all electric components away from contact with water.
§ Ensure to take anti-static precautions.
§ Wear appropriate clothing: do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
§ Long hair should be tied back.
§ Tidy back loose cables that could become a tripping hazard.
§ Ensure that the playing area is clear.
§ Immediately inform Rugged Interactive for maintenance advice if you have concerns.
Don’ts:
§ Do not wear shoes unsafe for play within a ninja run.
§ Do not use any tools that are not specifically recommended by the manufacturer.
§ Do not use the surface of a trampoline or other unstable surface to balance ladders or alike.
§ Do not distract others while they are installing the product.

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2.2 In Play Safety Guidelines
Please ensure you read the following points before using the equipment:
This activity can be great fun, but it can also be dangerous. There is a risk of serious injury if care is
not taken when using the equipment. Use of this equipment is physically demanding: this is a high-
impact, full body activity which requires intense focus, awareness of your body’s strengths and
limitations, awareness of the environment around you and extreme caution.
Dos:
§ Before beginning any exercise program, it is recommended that you consult with your doctor.
§ Children under the age of 7 years must always be supervised by an adult (over 16 years) when
using the equipment and/or recommended accessories.
§ Visually check the equipment before using it for any signs of damage, component failure or loose
cables that could become a tripping hazard. Report any concerns, e.g. loose or damaged
equipment, to a member of staff immediately.
§ Ensure you familiarise yourself with any additional facility rules that may apply.
§ Ensure that the play area in front of the equipment is clear before attempting to participate.
§ Only participate if you are in good physical condition. Participate only within your capabilities /
recommended exercise level.
§ Wear appropriate clothing.
§ Remove all items from your pockets prior to participation.
§ Long hair should be tied back.
§ Before use, loosen up with warm up exercises and stretches.
§ Practice being in control before using the equipment. Always remain in control. Uncontrolled jumps
or falls are likely to result in injuries to yourself and/or others.
§ Only those participating are allowed in the activity area. If waiting to participate, stand back at a safe
distance from the equipment.
§ Make sure you have control before leaving the obstacles or activity equipment.
§ Report any unusual or inappropriate behaviour to a member of staff immediately.
§ If you get tired, leave the equipment / activity area and take a break.
§ If you feel any pain, dizziness, nausea or any other abnormal symptoms, STOP YOUR WORKOUT
IMMEDIATELY. Consult your doctor immediately. Incorrect or excessive training may lead to
injuries.

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Don’ts:
§ No more than one active user on the equipment within one lane at any one time.
§ Do not attempt to use any of the equipment without undertaking instruction / training carried out by
an appropriate instructor.
§ Do not participate if you are unwell or have any pre-existing medical conditions including heart,
back, neck, bone and/or muscle conditions.
§ Do NOT work to exhaustion.
§ Do not participate if you are or maybe pregnant.
§ Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery (including studs and watches). Clothing should not have any
hard or sharp points (such as buckles, studs, toggles or alike).
§ No food, drink or chewing gum during participation.
§ No phones or cameras in the activity area.
§ Do not leave clothing or personal belongings around the activity areas.
§ Do not participate under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
§ Do not attempt any move beyond your own skill level.
§ Never attempt flips or other extreme moves unless you know you are capable and have had the
appropriate training.
§ No double flips, triple flips, diving or gainers, even if you are capable.
§ Do not distract others while they are using the equipment.
§ Do not attempt to catch anyone who may trip up.
§ Do not sit, lie, stand or rest under the activity equipment and/or surrounding padding/mats.
§ Never lean on, jump on, climb, grab, or lift any safety pads or safety nets.
§ Do not use any accessories that are not specifically recommended by the manufacturer. These
might cause injuries or cause the equipment to fail.

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Unit 1, Callywith Gate
Callywith Industrial Estate, Bodmin
Cornwall, UK
PL31 2RQ
[phone]
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Section 3 - Installation
3.1 - Parts List
Please check off the received parts for the installation and alert Rugged Interactive immediately if
anything is missing.
1 x Control Box
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1 x Hub Box *
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9 x Pods*
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27 x No8 x 20 screw - for use with PODs*
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9 x CAT5 cables numbered 1-9 (20m)*
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1 x DATA cable Black 30m (Control to Hub)*
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1 x Spare Pod
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1 x Touchscreen Mounting Box
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1 x Speaker Mount
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1 x Speaker Cable (control to Speaker)
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1 x TV Extender cable 30m (Control to Large TV remote extender box)*
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1 x HDMI lead 0.5m (TV to remote extender box)*
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1 x HDMI Remote Extender box*
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1 x Installation Manual
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1 x 15.6” Touch Screen inc power supply and power lead (installed into mounting box)
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1 x Active Speaker
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1 x Large TV inc power cable*
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1 x Large TV mount*
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* Parts doubled if a Duo is purchased.

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Required Tools
Cordless drill – with torque adjuster to avoid over-tightening the screws.
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A set of No.2 Pozi bits.
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A set of screwdrivers.
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Jigsaw.
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A set of Hex keys
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SDS impact drill
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3.3 - Installation Overview
Below is an overview of the steps needed to install NinjaTrac. More detail for the process is
provided in the following pages. Please read through ALL of this prior to beginning the installation
and if you are in any doubt, contact Rugged Interactive.
If you have any concerns on how or what the product is installed to, contact a structural engineer
prior to beginning the installation.
STEP 1: Mark out position for the pods, control box and screens (touchscreen and display screen). The
touchscreen must be within 3m of the control box. Large display screen must be within 30m of the control
box.
STEP 2: Cut necessary holes.
STEP 3: Mount control box.
STEP 4: Run cables from hubs to pods.
STEP 5: Mount pods.
STEP 6: Mount screens and connect.
STEP 7: Turn on and test.
STEP 8: Check all is secured.
STEP 9: Stress relief cables.
STEP 10: Enjoy NinjaTrac!

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3.4 – Detailed Installation
Read this manual before installing NinjaTrac.
Installation Guidelines:
§ Complete the Site Survey form prior to delivery and/or installation.
§ Send a completed Installation Checklist after any installation to Rugged Interactive.
§ A typical installation should take 2 people about 1 day.
§ No obstructions or protrusions in the installation area: e.g., skirting boards, pipes, cables and wiring
conduits.
§ Avoid trapped and/or pinched cables.
§ Use good practice when running data cables to and from products, external pods and sensors.
Support long cables at least every 50 cm and provide adequate strain relief for connection points.
§ To prevent electric shock, keep all electric components away from contact with water.
§ Do not exceed maximum cable lengths.
§ IMPORTANT: Take anti-static precautions.
Structure:
§ The units must be mounted to a construction capable of supporting its weight and gameplay.
§ Mount onto plywood (12 mm minimum) or equivalent.
§ Units should be installed as flush as possible to the wall or embedded in a purpose-made cut-out.
Adequate holes will need to be cut during installation to provide clearance for cable access to rear.
§ Avoid clashing the steel uprights with the fixing holes.
§ Do not fix to plasterboard faced partition. Avoid stud walls or unsupported portal infills.
Fixings:
§ The manufacturer will supply fixings.
§ All fixings must be tight and secure.
Installation Heights:
§ Take into consideration the primary user groups for the park and the height / curvature of the wall
when determining the installation height, using 5th percentile as guidance (within reason) bearing in
mind for users under certain heights are likely to have a chaperone.
§ Layout of the pods are at the discretion of the installer / park constructor.
§ The display screen should be mounted at a suitable height away from the gameplay area but easily
visible.
§ The Touchscreen should be at a height and in a location that is easy for participants to use.

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Operating Environment:
§ Keep out of direct sunlight; bright sunlight can affect the LED pod sensors.
§ Keep indoors and dry.
§ Optimum ambient temperature: 5°C to 30°C. Avoid extreme fluctuations of temperature.
Other Recommendations:
§ Instruction / training carried out by an appropriate instructor to all new users.
§ A waiting / spectating area positioned nearby is advised.
IF YOU ARE IN ANY DOUBT, CALL RUGGED INTERACTIVE DIRECTLY ON [phone].

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HUB and Control Box Installation
§ Fix HUB or Control Box using any suitable self-tapping or wood screws into the surface material.
§ Both boxes can be mounted in a position that is out of the activity zone.
§ The HUB must be within 60m of the Control Box.
§ Note: Cables exit is at the rear of the Box.
01
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Hold the main body in place, and ensure it is
level.
Use appropriate fixings and mount the display
box to the wall.
Note: Make sure everything is tight and secure
and that no cables are trapped.

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NinjaTrac Installation
Pods:
Pods should be mounted onto a wall using the three 6 mm mounting points on each pod using the supplied
wood screws. Figure 3.4.1 shows a typical Pod installation.
Figure 3.4.1: Typical Pod Installation
NOTE: Please use good practice when running data cables to and from products, external pods and
sensors. Support long cables at least every 50 cm and provide adequate strain relief for connection points.
Cut out for Pod
Pod
Plywood Base Layer (if applicable)
Top Structure
Cable passes
through cut hole.
CAT5 cable
(Be careful not pinch
or trap cable.)
Screw

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Pods to Score Box (HUB) Installation
Notes:
§ All supplied CAT5 cables will be numbered. Attach correctly numbered cable to the designated
Hanging cable exiting the rear of the HUB.
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Attach CAT5 cables from the pods to HUB.
The hanging cables will be numbered from 1
to 9 per lane, match the number on the CAT5
cable to the correct hanging cable from the
HUB. A hanging cable will also be labelled
DATA for connecting to the Control Box.
Note: The data and power ports will only
feature on the SkyPods duo model.

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Large Display Screen Installation
§ The screen should be installed in suitable a position, these screens will display the in-game scores.
§ Screens should be positioned in easily visible positions that users will not come into contact with.
§ The Screen must be within 30m of the Control Box.
§ The screens are connected to a small splitter via HDMI, the splitter will need to connect via CAT5
cable to the Control Box.
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Install the supplied screen mount to a suitable
position. Use suitable screws. Ensure it is firmly
attached and level.
Line the screen to the mount and connect.
Ensure it is securely mounted in place.
Attach the second part of the screen mount to
the screen.

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Touchscreen Installation
§ The touchscreen is used to start the games and to add names to the leaderboard.
§ The touchscreen should be positioned in an easy to reach location.
§ The touchscreen must be within 3 meters of the control box.
§ The touchscreen requires a HDMI and USB connection from the Control Box.
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Remove the backplate from the Touchscreen
Box and attach it to the horizontal scaffold pole
using supplied U-Clamps and nuts provided.
Feed the USB, HDMI and power cable through
the hole in the backplate and attach to the
touchscreen.
Stress relieve the cables inside the box. Pass
cable ties through the supporting bar. It should
look as above.

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Avoid trapping cables and align the front to the
backplate
Insert and tighten screws. Ensure all is tight and
secure.
NOTE: This is the control panel for the system and will required to start games and for leaderboard data
entry.