SailTimer API™

Discover the efficient and innovative SailTimer API™, a specialized application crafted to enhance your sailing experience by connecting directly with the revolutionary SailTimer Wind Instrument™. It serves as a bridge, receiving vital wind speed and direction data via Bluetooth Low Energy transmissions from the masthead instrument and converting it for use across a variety of compatible apps.

Dive into the convenience of version 2.0+, which boasts advanced Bluetooth technology ensuring swifter and more stable connections across a broad spectrum of Android devices. Users are greeted with a simple, user-friendly interface that conveniently consolidates most information within a single panel. Automation of controls streamlines interaction, permitting users to focus on navigation without unnecessary distractions.

Personalize your experience by naming your Wind Instrument after your vessel—a feature solely visible to the user. Relish in the auto-reconnection capability that remembers your device, sparing the hassle of manual setup each time you return. The intuitive disconnect button offers an easy way to conserve power when the device is not required, while its smart design maintains the wireless connection even when running in the background or when your screen is turned off.

Take part in the collaborative spirit of sailing by using the app's Sharing feature to contribute to live wind maps. Whether the screen is active or not, users can always check local conditions, share routes, and replay tacks and winds.

Accuracy is never compromised, as it precisely calculates magnetic declination based on GPS location, ensuring magnetic wind directions are correct by accounting for True North. For the rare instances when fine-tuning is necessary, an advanced compass calibration option is available.

This system functions seamlessly with the SailTimer Wind Gauge™ app and any compatible navigation or performance applications that support SailTimer's technology. Data sharing follows the official NMEA 0183 standard, keeping sailing insights standardized and accessible.

Should there be variations in connection speeds due to diverse device hardware, the system is designed to adapt, securing connections efficiently. Initial connections are safeguarded by robust security measures, which may occasionally lead to brief disconnections but promise consistent connectivity once established.

Before setting sail, ensure your Android device meets the Bluetooth 4 compatibility, which is typically supported on Android version 4.4 (KitKat) or newer. For assistance, additional resources, and support, there are easily accessible how-to guides, FAQs, and dedicated customer service.