If you to calibrate for pitching, please watch this video or refer to the step by step guide below.

Calibrate for Pitching

When you first open the application, you'll see that the radar is currently not calibrated—this shows in the top right-hand corner. 

Start by clicking Select Session Type, choose Pitching, and select Next.

Then, select Indoor or Outdoor depending on your area, and select Next. 

If you have a field that's not set up to be exactly 60 feet 6 inches or a lower mount height, select Custom Pitching Distance or Height. 

Measuring Distance and Height 

Before inputting any values for distance into the application, measure the distance and height of the B1. The distance is measured by placing a measuring tape on the tip of home plate and running it along the ground to the middle of the tripod. The height of the B1 is measured from the ground directly to the middle of the Trackman B1. For a pitching calibration, the optimal setup is 12 feet of distance and 12 feet of height. 

Initial Setup and Entering Measurements 

While setting up the Trackman B1, ensure there's 2 to 3 feet of space between the B1 and the net. Now that you have those measurements, insert them into the application using the side bars: add the height, distance, and offset of the B1, then select Next if you selected custom. 

Custom Calibration Adjustments 

If you selected custom pitching distance or height, make adjustments on this page. If you have a standard setup, skip this step. On the left-hand side, measure the distance from the rubber to the tip of home plate—this must be within a foot of accuracy. On the right-hand side, adjust the height of the rubber, also within a foot of accuracy; however, get as close to exact as you can. 

Levelling the B1 

The next page shows a view from the Trackman B1 itself. Ensure a clear point of view with no obstructions, and verify the netting won't interfere with ball flight. In the bottom left-hand corner, check the roll of the Trackman B1—you want a green check mark signifying it's level. If not, adjust the tripod until it is. For a refresher on adjusting the roll, watch the setup of the tripod video. Once level, move on to aiming. 

Aiming the B1 

You'll see two boxes: a higher box for the pitching rubber and a lower box for home plate. Aim home plate first—position it toward the top of the lower box and completely within the parameters. Then, adjust so the rubber is toward the bottom of the upper box. Use the tilt and pan on the tripod mount. For a refresher, view the setup of the tripod video. Once home plate and the rubber are in the boxes, select Next. 

Pointing Out Home Plate 

Place a crosshair in the top left-hand corner of the plate. Use Find Target and Adjust to get the crosshairs as close to home plate as possible, then select an X. Repeat for the right-hand corner of the plate and select Next. Finally, do it for the tip of home plate and select Next. Now, point out the rubber. 

Pointing Out the Rubber 

Always place an object on the middle of the rubber, like a baseball or marker. Use the crosshairs to place them directly on the bottom of that object to point out the rubber. Use Fine Adjust here, then select Next.

Completing Calibration and Creating a Lineup 

Where the app once said "not calibrated" in the top right-hand corner, it will now have a green light running across, signifying the B1 is ready to track. This concludes the pitching calibration.

If you get an error like "unrealistic calibration rubber height," it means the home plate and rubber don't match a standard base setup. To correct, ensure your setup is exact standard or use the custom dimensions toggle explained earlier.

Fast Re-Calibration During Operation

The B1 continuously monitors its physical position during operation to ensure pitching and hitting data accuracy. If the unit is disturbed - for example by a wind gust - the B1 will mark the calibration invalid and pause tracking. In many cases, once the disturbance passes, the resulting movement is small enough that a full recalibration is not required.

This feature is available with App Version >=1.83  

The app will display a "Trackman Moved" dialog offering a 1-click recalibration option:

From the dialog, the operator can verify the B1's position using a live video feed. If the original home plate corners are still correctly aligned with the crosshairs, tap Continue to reuse the existing calibration and the system will be tracking enabled within a few seconds. If the alignment is off, a full recalibration is required instead. 

It is the operator's responsibility to evaluate the alignment. Inaccurate confirmations can introduce bias in release slot and plate location data. Alignment should be within a few pixels.

You can now move on to create a lineup. For instruction on this, please see B1 App | Custom Lineups.