MTEL Documentation

Getting Started

MTEL is a comprehensive iRacing telemetry system with real-time data capture, historical storage, and a modern desktop application.

Installation

1. Download MTEL

Download the latest version from the download page. You'll need a valid beta license key.

2. Run the Installer

1. Double-click MTEL-Setup.exe
2. Follow the installation wizard
3. Choose your installation directory
4. Wait for installation to complete

3. First Launch

When you first launch MTEL, you'll be prompted to enter your beta license key:

Features

Real-Time Telemetry

Monitor live data from iRacing with sub-100ms latency:

• Current lap time and sector splits
• Speed, RPM, and gear
• Throttle and brake input
• Tire temperatures and pressures

Fuel Management

Advanced fuel calculations to optimize your pit strategy:

• Current fuel level
• Average consumption per lap
• Estimated laps remaining
• Fuel required for race distance

Race Position Tracking

• Overall and class position
• Gap to leader
• Gap to car ahead/behind
• Live standings table

Customizable UI

Create your perfect dashboard layout:

• Drag and drop cards
• Resize individual elements
• Save custom layouts
• Overlay mode for racing

Usage

Starting a Session

1. Launch MTEL
2. Start iRacing
3. Join a session (practice, qualify, or race)
4. MTEL will automatically detect and connect

Using Overlay Mode

Overlay mode allows MTEL to display on top of iRacing:

1. Click the overlay button in the header
2. MTEL will become transparent and always-on-top
3. Drag to reposition the overlay
4. Click the pin icon to lock position

Customizing Your Dashboard

1. Click the settings icon
2. Toggle "Edit Mode"
3. Drag cards to rearrange
4. Resize using corner handles
5. Click "Save Layout" when done

Troubleshooting

MTEL Won't Connect to iRacing

• Ensure iRacing is running and you're in a session
• Try running MTEL as administrator
• Check Windows Firewall settings
• Restart both MTEL and iRacing

No Telemetry Data Showing

• Verify you're in an active session (not in menus)
• Check that iRacing SDK is enabled
• Look for error messages in the MTEL console

Performance Issues

• Close unnecessary background applications
• Reduce the number of visible cards
• Disable animations in settings
• Update your graphics drivers

API Reference

MTEL provides a REST API for custom integrations (advanced users).

Base URL

Endpoints

GET /sessions

Retrieve recent racing sessions

GET /sessions/:id

Get details for a specific session

GET /sessions/:id/laps

Get all laps for a session

Additional Resources