Race compliance
Confidence for race officials
SEANIAC eCompass gives race officials two direct checks for race-legal mode: the display shows a compass icon whenever eCompass mode is active, and Bluetooth is fully disabled so the device does not appear in any BLE scan.
How it works
One device, two clear modes
Training mode records sessions for analysis, connects to the app over Bluetooth, offers a configurable display, and supports over-the-air firmware updates. In eCompass mode the device uses magnetic input only, stores no data, and has no function beyond current heading.
Training mode functions
Race mode uses magnetic input only
Mode changes only ashore
No add-on required
Compliance
Built for race-legal checks
SEANIAC eCompass is designed for compliance with class rules in ILCA, Optimist, 49er, 49erFX, and 29er. In eCompass mode the device uses magnetic input only, stores no data, and has no function beyond current heading.
Robust engineering
Engineered for dependable technical performance.
Certified electronics
CE, FCC, and RoHS certified hardware supports confidence in the product platform.
Questions officials ask
Key points race committees and class stakeholders may want to review before approving use at events.
What is the race mode for?
eCompass mode is the race-legal operating state. In eCompass mode the device uses magnetic input only, stores no data, and has no function beyond current heading.
Why does this matter for events?
Officials can verify eCompass mode in two ways: check the display for the compass icon, which is shown on the water and for 45 minutes after returning ashore, or scan for Bluetooth. A device in eCompass mode has Bluetooth fully disabled and will not appear in any BLE scan. If it shows up, it is not in race-legal mode.
Which classes is it legal in?
The product is designed for compliance with class rules in ILCA, Optimist, 49er, 49erFX, and 29er.
Is the device robust enough for dinghy use?
Yes. The eCompass is IPX8 submersible, solar powered, and built around a battery-free supercapacitor design for demanding on-water conditions.
What technology is inside?
The unit uses a 25 kHz 3D magnetic sensor and a super-reflective LCD for clear outdoor readability.
Who should contact SEANIAC?
Race officials, class associations, and event organizers who want product details or compliance discussions can contact the team directly.