Diamond Kinetics PitchTracker Baseball User manual
PitchTracker Baseball
User Guide
PACKAGE CONTENTS
What Comes in the Box
USING YOUR SMART BASEBALL
Turn On Your Smart Baseball
Pair your Smart Baseball
Turn Off Your Smart Baseball
Charge your Smart Baseball
Check Battery Life and Power
PITCHTRACKER BASEBALL APP
Download the Mobile PitchTracker Baseball App
Create an Account
THROWING SESSION
Throw Now
Start a BullPen
Start Long Toss
Video
History View
End Session
GROUPS AND CONNECTIONS
Groups
Connections
PITCHTRACKER BASEBALL PITCH METRICS
SMART BASEBALL CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Moisture
Usage
Storage
Temperature Sensitivity and Storage
Technical Specifications
SUPPORT
Customer Support
Return Policy and Warranty
COMPLIANCE AND CERTIFICATIONS
Symbol Definitions
Disposal and Recycling Information
Compliance Statement
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING
PITCHTRACKER BASEBALL TM
PitchTracker Baseball consists of the Smart Baseball and the PitchTracker Baseball
iOS app. This user guide contains important safety, handling and warranty
information, as well software license information for PitchTracker Baseball. Please
read carefully before using PitchTracker Baseball.
Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, other
personal injury and/or damage to your Smart Baseball or other property.
● Athletes under 18 years of age should only use under adult supervision.
● Repetitive pitching may result in injury at any age or skill level. Please
consult your physician to determine if, how often, and how long you
should use the Smart Baseball. If you experience any pain, soreness, or
aching during or after use, discontinue use and promptly consult your
physician.
● Your Smart Baseball contains sensitive electronic components. Do not attempt
to modify or repair your Smart Baseball yourself. Disassembling your Smart
Baseball will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
● The Smart Baseball contains small parts that are a choking hazard. It is not
appropriate for children under the age of three.
● The Smart Baseball is similar to a Baseball and is not waterproof.
Extended exposure to water can cause the ball to become waterlogged
and damage the internal components. For more information see the “Smart
Baseball Care Instructions” section of this user guide.
● If the charging pad has become damaged or has been exposed to rain,
liquid or excessive moisture, unplug the USB power cable and
discontinue use.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
What comes in the Box
● Smart Baseball
● 2 O-Rings
● Wireless Charging Pad
● USB Connection Cable
● Quick Start Guide
Requires free PitchTracker Baseball iOS App.
USING YOUR SMART BASEBALL
Turn On Your Smart Baseball
To turn your Smart Baseball on, simply toss it up in the air, making sure to put spin on
it.
Pair your Smart Baseball
You will need to pair the Smart Baseball to your iOS device to collect data.
● Go to Settings > Bluetooth
● Make sure that Bluetooth is enabled in the Settings Menu
● Select the “PitchTracker” option
If you do not see a “PitchTracker” option on the device list
● Confirm that your Smart Baseball is on
● Confirm that your Smart Baseball is charged.
• If it is not, go to the “Charging your Smart Baseball” section
● Check that it is not connected to another nearby iOS device.
● Confirm your Smart Baseball is close to the iOS device and try again.
Turn off your Smart Baseball
When your Smart Baseball is on and paired, use the Settings menu at the
bottom left of the screen (three horizontal lines) to select Smart Ball. Next
select Smart Ball Off.
DK Tip: Your Smart Baseball will shut off after 7 minutes without
use.
Charge your Smart Baseball
Plug the charging station into a powered USB port. Place an O-Ring in the
center of the charging pad. There will be a graphic on the Smart Baseballl
showing a charging cord. Place the Smart Baseball graphic side down on top
of the O-Ring on the charger. The battery will last up to 7 hours with
continuous use.
Never force a charge cable into the USB port of your Smart Baseball
charging station. If the charge contact does not easily fit, confirm that
they are properly aligned before attempting to insert again.
ONLY use the USB charging cable provided to charge your Smart
Baseball. Diamond Kinetics is not responsible for the operation of
third-party accessories.
Check Battery Life and Power
Determine Battery Charge: To determine the battery level of your Smart Baseball, use
the Settings menu at the bottom left of your screen (three bars stacked on top of
each other). Select Smart Ball. Here you will be able to see all of the information of
your sensor including, Smart Ball Battery Level.
PITCHTRACKER BASEBALL APP
Download the Mobile App
Download and install the PitchTracker Baseball app from the iOS App Store.
Create an Account
Open the PitchTracker Baseball App. Select SIGN UP,
choose COACH or PLAYER and your skill level. Once you
select continue, you can enter your profile information to
customize your PitchTracker Baseball experience.
Starting a Throwing Session
To start a throwing sessions select Throw Now! on your
homescreen. When your Smart Baseball is on and paired to
your device, you will then be able to start a throwing session
right away. You have the ability to chart pitches as you go.
After the pitch, select what type of pitch and where the pitch
was thrown.
Select the red ‘X’ at the top left of the session screen to end the session. You can
view it again at any time in your history.
Starting a BullPen Session
To create a bullpen select the BullPen option on the bottom of your homescreen.
This will take you to your BullPens and your Assigned BullPens. To create a
bullpen select “New BullPen” You will then need to name your bullpen and start
charting pitches. To chart a pitch, select the type of pitch you want thrown, then
select where you want the pitch to be thrown and finally select the ‘+’ sign at the
bottom of your screen. Select save in the top right to save your bullpen.
The bullpen will appear in your bullpen list. To throw a bullpen, select the bullpen
and then select Throw BullPen. To assign a bullpen, select the bullpen and the
select Assign BullPen. You will be taken to your groups and connections. Select
the desired connections and the select Assign.
Video
You can also capture pitch video while throwing pitches by selecting the Camera
icon on the bottom right corner of the pitch session screen.
***Make sure that the person taking video is at a safe distance from pitcher
during the pitching session.
Charting
The PitchTracker Baseball app also allows you to chart pitches. On your session
screen, you should see a strike-zone. Once the pitch is thrown, select the correct
pitch type and where it was thrown in the strike-zone.
On your dashboard you will also see a Just Chart option, this allows you to chart
with no Smart Baseball connected. This will be saved in your history as well.
History View
To view history select the Calendar Icon on the menu at the bottom of the home
screen.
By selecting the History you will be taken to a screen with a calendar on it. Days that
have a circle around them represent days that a pitch session was taken. When you
select a day, it will list below the calendar all the sessions taken on that day. Double
click on a specific session to look at that sessions history.
To view your performance select the Graph Icon at the top right of the screen. This
view allows you to track your pitch performance and see the trends between them
over time. The different color lines represent different types of pitches. You will see a
key at the top of the page to tell you which color corresponds to a different pitch type.
Each dot represents a session. Select a dot to see the average for that desired metric
in that session. The date of that session will appear in the upper left corner of the
screen. You can zoom in and out on the trend lines as well.
You can edit your trend history by selecting the Pencil Icon on the top right of the
screen. You can change what metrics as well as what pitch types you are seeing on
the trendlines. Make sure the switch next to the desired metrics and pitch types
shows green.
CONNECTIONS AND GROUPS
Connections
The PitchTracker Baseball App allows you to connect with your teammates and
friends. To add a connection select the Settings menu in the bottom left corner of
your dashboard. Select Groups. At the top of this screen you should see a rectangle
that says Groups and a rectangle that says Connections. Select Connections. At
the top right of this screen you should see a menu icon. By selecting that you will be
able to manage your connections by adding or deleting them.
Once you add a connection an invitation will be sent to them to accept. To manage
and check your invitations login to the web app at
http://app.diamondkinetics.com/#/performance.
When you connect with other users you will be able to view their history and data and
they will be able to view yours.
Groups
The groups feature in the PitchTracker Baseball app allows you to manage teams
and lots of connections. To create a group select the Settings menu in the bottom
left corner of your dashboard. Select Groups. At the top of this screen you should
see a rectangle that says Groups and a rectangle that says Connections. Select
Groups. At the top right of this screen you should see a menu icon. By selecting that
you will be able to manage your groups; you can create, join or delete groups.
When creating a group you have a choice to make it open for anyone to join, open for
players to request to join or closed, invitation only. The user who creates the group
will be set-up as the administrator of the group. The administrator is able to view
everyone’s data and history that is in the group. Members of the group will be able to
view each others
You are able to view and manage groups when logged into the web app at:
http://app.diamondkinetics.com/#/performance.
PITCHTRACKER BASEBALL PITCH METRICS
PitchTracker Baseball measures seven (7) different metrics including: Release Velocity,
Spin Rate, Spin Direction, Extension, Time to Plate, Reach Back to Release and Delivery.
For more information on the different metrics measured by PitchTracker Baseball, visit our
PitchTracker Baseball Science section.
SMART BASEBALL CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Moisture
Do not submerge your leather Smart Baseball in water for a long duration of time. The
Smart Baseball is similar to a Baseball and is not waterproof. Extended exposure to
water can cause the ball to become waterlogged and damage the internal
components.
Do not attempt to dry it with an external heat source, such as a microwave oven or
hair dryer.
Smart Baseballs that are damaged as a result of exposure to liquids are not
serviceable and are not covered by the Manufacturer’s Warranty.
Usage
Smart Baseballs are not meant to be against brick, stone or any other hard surface.
They are only meant to be thrown with partners or into a net, doing otherwise may
damage you Smart Baseball. Smart Baseballs that are damaged as a result of throwing
it against brick, stone or any other hard surfaces are not serviceable and are not
covered by the Manufacturer’s Warranty.
Smart Baseballs are not meant to be hit with a bat. Doing so may damage your Smart
Baseball. Smart Baseballs that are damaged as a result of hitting them with a bat are
not serviceable and are not covered by the Manufacturer’s Warranty.
Storage
Store your Smart Baseball in a cool, dry place at room temperature. There is no
special storage case for Smart Baseballs.
Temperature Sensitivity and Storage
Avoid exposing your Smart Baseball to extreme temperatures. Operate your Smart
Baseball between 32° and 95° F (0° and 35° C).
Avoid dramatic changes in temperature or humidity when using your Smart Baseball,
as condensation may form within the sensitive electronic components of your Smart
Baseball.
Technical Specifications
PitchTracker Baseball is only compatible with iOS devices. For a full list please visit the
Device Compatibility section in Support.
SUPPORT
Videos, FAQs, troubleshooting and other support is available at
diamondkinetics.com/support and in the Settings section of your app.
Customer Support
You can contact Customer Support at [email protected] or by using the
in-app Chat feature found under the Support tab located in the menu at the bottom of
your screen.
Return Policy and Warranty
PitchTracker Baseball Warranty
Diamond Kinetics provides a 90-day warranty that begins at the time of purchase. The
warranty covers all manufacturing defects.
This warranty is limited and not applicable to:
●normal wear and tear such as: cover cuts and scrapes, scuffs, seam
fraying, dirt and any damage caused by water.
●The device being damaged from being hit by a bat, thrown at a hard
surface or submerged in water.
In order to receive replacement, original package must be returned with all contents.
Diamond Kinetics is not liable for any injury resulting from use of product. Users
must exercise caution when training with or throwing the product. Repeatedly
throwing a ball may cause injury to arm.
For more information on Diamond Kinetics 90-day warranty visit:
www.diamondkinetics.com/support
Compliance and Certifications
Symbol Definitions
Federal Communications Commission
Model: DKPT01
FCC ID: 2ABWR-DKPT01
Industry Canada Model:
DKPT01
IC: 12312A-DKPT01
Disposal and Recycling Information
Your Smart Baseball should be disposed of separately from household waste. Take
the Smart Baseball to a collection point designated by local authorities that accept
batteries and other similar waste. Not all collection points accept products for free.
The separate collection and recycling of your product at the time of disposal will
help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that
protects human health and the environment.
Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
(1) L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; (2) L’appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
Note
: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
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