ALGE-Timing OPTIc3 Configuration guide

Version-E171204
Manual
Photo Finish
OPTIc3

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Important Information
General
Before using your ALGE-TIMING device read the complete manual carefully. It is part of the device and
contains important information about installation, safety and its intended use. This manual cannot cover
all conceivable applications. For further information or in case of problems that are mentioned not at all
or not sufficiently detailed, please contact your ALGE-TIMING representative. You can find contact details
on our homepage www.alge-timing.com
Safety
Apart from the information of this manual all general safety and accident prevention regulations of the
legislator must be taken into account.
The device must only be used by trained persons. The setting-up and installation must only be executed
according to the manufacturer’s data.
Intended Use
The device must only be used for its intended applications. Technical modifications and any misuse are
prohibited because of the risks involved! ALGE-TIMING is not liable for damages that are caused by im-
proper use or incorrect operation.
Power supply
The stated voltage on the type plate must correspond to voltage of the power source. Check all connec-
tions and plugs before usage. Damaged connection wires must be replaced immediately by an author-
ized electrician. The device must only be connected to an electric supply that has been installed by an
electrician according to IEC 60364-1. Never touch the mains plug with wet hands! Never touch live parts!
Cleaning
Please clean the outside of the device only with a smooth cloth. Detergents can cause damage. Never
submerge in water, never open or clean with wet cloth. The cleaning must not be carried out by hose or
high-pressure (risk of short circuits or other damage).
Liability Limitations
All technical information, data and information for installation and operation correspond to the latest
status at time of printing and are made in all conscience considering our past experience and knowledge.
Information, pictures and description do not entitle to base any claims. The manufacturer is not liable
for damage due to failure to observe the manual, improper use, incorrect repairs, technical modifications,
use of unauthorized spare parts. Translations are made in all conscience. We assume no liability for
translation mistakes, even if the translation is carried out by us or on our behalf.
Disposal
If a label is placed on the device showing a crossed-out dustbin on wheels (see drawing), the
European directive 2002/96/EG applies for this device.
Please get informed about the applicable regulations for separate collection of electrical and
electronical waste in your country and do not dispose of the old devices as household waste.
Correct disposal of old equipment protects the environment and humans against negative con-
sequences!
Operating ranges and interferences
The ALGE WTN operates in 4.2 GHz frequency band, the same as WLAN. This is also used by other
services. The operating range as well as the operation may be disturbed by devices working at the same
or neighboring frequencies.
Copyright by ALGE-TIMING GmbH
All rights reserved. Any duplication, either in full or in part, requires the prior written consent of the
copyright holder.

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Declaration of Conformity
We declare that the following products comply with the requirements of the listed standards.
We, ALGE-TIMING GmbH
Rotkreuzstrasse 39
A-6890 Lustenau
declare under our sole responsibility, that the photo finish camera of the type:
OPTIc3 and OPTIc3-PRO
is in conformity with the following standard(s) or other normative documents(s):
Safety: EN 60950-1:2006 + A11:2009
EMC: EN55022:2006+A1:2007
EN55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003
EN61000 3-2:2006 + A1:2009 + A2:2009
EN61000 3-3:2008
Additional Information:
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, also
the EMC Directive 2004/108EG and accordingly carries the CE-marking.
Lustenau, 10.02.2017 ALGE-TIMING GmbH
Albert Vetter
(General Manager)

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Table of Contents
1Introduction.................................................................................................................. 8
1.1 Components of the System..................................................................................................... 8
1.1.1 OPTIc3 – System Components ......................................................................................................... 8
1.1.2 OPTIc3-PRO – System Components ................................................................................................ 9
1.2 Requirements for PC (Desktop or Notebook)........................................................................ 10
1.3 Accessory.............................................................................................................................. 10
1.4 Function................................................................................................................................. 11
2Layout of the Software OPTIc3NET............................................................................12
3Select Language of OPTIc3.NET Software ................................................................13
4Connection of the Camera..........................................................................................14
4.1 Network connection............................................................................................................... 14
4.1.1 OPTIc3 IP Configurator ................................................................................................................... 14
4.2 Camera connected to Ethernet with Power Supply by POE+............................................... 15
4.3 Camera connected to Ethernet with external supply............................................................. 15
4.4 Camera communication by WIFI........................................................................................... 15
4.5 Connection of two or more cameras ..................................................................................... 16
4.6 Power Supply of the OPTIc3................................................................................................. 16
5Camera Position..........................................................................................................17
5.1 Lens Angle............................................................................................................................. 18
5.2 Focusing the Camera............................................................................................................ 19
5.2.1 Adjustment of Focus (Aperture)....................................................................................................... 19
5.2.2 Scan Rate........................................................................................................................................ 19
5.3 Camera Alignment on Finish Line ......................................................................................... 21
6Photo Finish for Different Sports...............................................................................24
6.1 Selection of the Type of Sport............................................................................................... 24
6.1.1 General............................................................................................................................................ 24
6.1.2 Track and Field with Anemometer................................................................................................... 24
6.1.3 Track and Field without Anemometer.............................................................................................. 24
6.1.4 Horse Race...................................................................................................................................... 24
6.1.5 Dog Race......................................................................................................................................... 25
6.1.6 Rowing / Canoe............................................................................................................................... 25
6.1.7 Cycling............................................................................................................................................. 25
6.2 Sports with Individual Starts.................................................................................................. 25
6.3 Track and Field (Athletics)..................................................................................................... 25
6.3.1Zero Control for Athletics (Start Control).......................................................................................... 27
6.3.2 Evaluation for Athletics.................................................................................................................... 27
6.4 Horse Races.......................................................................................................................... 28
6.5 Dog Races............................................................................................................................. 28
6.6 Rowing or Canoe................................................................................................................... 28
6.7 Cycling Races........................................................................................................................ 28
7Setting of the Camera .................................................................................................30
7.1 Camera Settings.................................................................................................................... 30
7.2 Remote Control Camera Adjustment ......................................................................... 31
7.3 Recording and Picture Adjustments ........................................................................... 32
7.4 WTN Radio Adjustments (OPTIc3-PRO)...................................................................... 34
7.5 Voice Communication - VoIP (OPTIc3-PRO)............................................................ 35
7.6 Picture Quality Adjustments .......................................................................................... 36
7.7 Image Adjustment.................................................................................................................. 37
7.7.1 2D-Preview ................................................................................................................... 37
7.7.2 Image Adjustment with a Manal Lens.............................................................................................. 39

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7.7.3 Image Adjustment with a Motor Zoom Lens .................................................................................... 40
7.7.4 Brightness Adjustment..................................................................................................................... 40
7.7.5 eXtremLuX (L) (OPTIc3-PRO)......................................................................................................... 41
7.7.6 Scan Rate Doubling (OPTIc3-PRO) ................................................................................................ 41
7.8 Time Synchronization ............................................................................................ 42
8Software OPTIc3NET...................................................................................................44
8.1 Icon List ................................................................................................................................. 44
8.2 Footer .................................................................................................................................... 45
8.3 Menus of the Software........................................................................................................... 47
8.3.1 Menu <File>..................................................................................................................................... 47
8.3.2 Menu <TIMING>.............................................................................................................................. 48
8.3.3 Menu <Setup>................................................................................................................................. 49
8.3.4 Menu <Connection> ........................................................................................................................ 52
8.3.5 Menu <Sport>.................................................................................................................................. 53
8.3.6 Menu <Show>.................................................................................................................................. 53
8.3.7 Menu <Help>................................................................................................................................... 55
9Evaluation Windows ...................................................................................................56
9.1 View 1.................................................................................................................................... 56
9.2 View 2.................................................................................................................................... 57
9.3 Overview................................................................................................................................ 57
10 Timing (Timing Window) .........................................................................................58
10.1 Tool Bar of the Timing Window: ............................................................................................ 60
10.2 Photo Finish Recording......................................................................................................... 61
10.2.1 Manual Recording or ............................................................................. 61
10.2.2 Push Button Recording ............................................................................................................... 62
10.2.3 Sensor Recording (Photocell)...................................................................................................... 62
10.2.4 Motion Detection (OPTIc3-PRO)................................................................................................. 62
11 Evaluation of Races.................................................................................................62
11.1 Time Window......................................................................................................................... 62
11.2 Manual Evaluation................................................................................................................. 63
11.3 Lane Evaluation..................................................................................................................... 63
11.4 BIB Evaluation....................................................................................................................... 64
11.5 We show three different lines on the photo finish picture...................................................... 64
11.5.1 Time Cursor................................................................................................................................. 65
11.5.2 Result Lines................................................................................................................................. 65
11.5.3 Time Jump Markers..................................................................................................................... 65
12 Heat List ...................................................................................................................66
12.1 Field Selector......................................................................................................................... 66
12.2 Class Mode .................................................................................................................... 67
12.2.1 Start Time of a Class................................................................................................................... 68
12.3 Insert Row(s) ........................................................................................................... 69
12.4 Delete .......................................................................................................................... 69
12.5 Import an Excel list ........................................................................................................ 69
12.6 Export an Excel list ....................................................................................................... 71
12.7 Import a List Layout ...................................................................................................... 71
12.8 Export a List Layout ...................................................................................................... 71
12.9 Export the Result List ................................................................................................... 71
12.10 Export Selected Result Lists ................................................................................... 71
13 Meet Browser...........................................................................................................72
14 Integration of IDCam................................................................................................75

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14.1 Adjustment of the IDCam ...................................................................................................... 76
14.1.1 OPTIc3-camera and IDCam are connected at the same PC....................................................... 76
14.1.2 OPTIc3-camera and IDCam are connected at different PCs....................................................... 76
14.1.3 Offset between photo finish and IDCam...................................................................................... 77
14.2 Integration of the IDCam at the same PC ............................................................................. 77
15 Integration of a Timing- or Transponder-System ..................................................78
15.1 Adjustment of the Interface ......................................................................................... 78
15.1.1 Race Result:................................................................................................................................ 80
15.1.2 Mylaps:........................................................................................................................................ 80
15.2 Transponder Mapping ................................................................................................... 81
15.3 Recording Using Data from External Devices....................................................................... 82
16 Technical Data of the OPTIc3..................................................................................83
16.1 Connections:.......................................................................................................................... 83
16.2 Minimum Requirements for the PC (Desktop or Notebook).................................................. 84
16.3 Display Board Interface "display board"................................................................................ 84
16.4 Data Format........................................................................................................................... 85
17 Accessories for Photo Finish .................................................................................86
17.1 Network Cables and Cable Reels.......................................................................................... 86
17.2 Lenses for the OPTIc3........................................................................................................... 86
17.3 Tripod and Gear Head........................................................................................................... 87
17.4 Further Accessory ................................................................................................................. 88

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1......Photocell Socket (2 x)
2......Gearhead Socket
3......Motor Zoom Socket
4......RJ45 Socket (Ethernet)
5......Input for External Power Supply (+9 to 13.4 VDC)
6......Banana Socket – Start Impulse (2 x)
7......Banana Socket – Finish Impulse
8......Banana Socket – Data output for display board (RS232)
9......Banana Socket – Data output for display board (RS485)
10....Spirit level
11....LED (power)
12....LED (ready)
13....USB-Socket (2 x)

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1 Introduction
This manual can also be opened directly in the OPTIc3NET-software (pdf-file) by pressing the
key <F1> or if you go to the menu <HELP> and click on <F1 Open the user manual>.
The camera is a new generation of the successful ALGE-TIMING photo finish series OPTI. It is
built to fulfill all expectations a photo finish system of the highest level and at the same time it
is very user friendly. Because of built in upgrade features you can have a scan rate between
3,000, and 30,000 frames per second (fps).
The camera uses a 2D CMOS sensor that allows to adjust a normal 2D video mode (up to 100
fps (frames per second)) or a scan mode for photo finish. Balanced natural colors guarantee
best picture quality. The 2D feature allows a simple aligning of the camera. The sensor is
extreme light sensitive and due to the innovative technology of ALGE-TIMING it is possible to
get even at very low light conditions a fantastic pictures quality.
To connect the OPTIc3 camera with a PC is very easy, since it uses Ethernet. A CAT5 cable
will allow Gigabit transfer and power over Ethernet. Alternative you can also use a wireless
connection with WLAN.
1.1 Components of the System
There are two different OPTIc3 camera models available:
•OPTIc3 is the basic camera. It is possible to upgrade this camera with additional fea-
tures.
•OPTIc3-PRO is a camera that includes already most of the upgrade features of the
model OPTIc3.
1.1.1 OPTIc3 – System Components
•Photo finish camera OPTIc3 (without lens)
•ALGE-TIMING USB stick with OPTIc3NET software and manual
•Power over Ethernet POE+ (power supply for camera)
•WIFI USB stick (for wireless use of camera)
•RJ45 Ethernet cable, CAT5 cable with 10 m
•RJ45 Ethernet cable, CAT5 cable with 3 m
1.1.1.1 Upgrade Possibilities for OPTIc3
O3-HiREs
OPTIc3 update for a higher vertical resolution from 1360 to 2016 pixel
O3-LS8
OPTIc3 update for scan rate from 3000 to 8000 lines per second
O3-LS15
OPTIc3 update for scan rate from 8000 to 15000 lines per second
O3-LD
OPTIc3 update for line doubling
O3-EL
OPTIc3 update for light blasting (eXtemLuX))
O3-WTN
OPTIc3 Update for intergerned WTN (Wireless Timing Network)
O3-VoiP

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OPTIc3 update with communication per Voice over IP with starter
O3-MD
OPTIc3 update for motion detection (automatic recording)
O3-MZ
OPTIc3 update for motor zoom (controlling of focus, iris and zoom)
O3-HSV
OPTIc3 update for high speed video (100 frames per second)
O3-TSP
OPTIc3 update for recording and evaluation with transponder systems
1.1.2 OPTIc3-PRO – System Components
•Photo finish camera OPTIc3 (without lens)
•ALGE-TIMING USB stick with OPTIc3NET software and manual
•Power over Ethernet POE+ (power supply for camera)
•WIFI USB stick (for wireless use of camera)
•RJ45 Ethernet cable, CAT5 cable with 10 m
•RJ45 Ethernet cable, CAT5 cable with 3 m
•Transport Case for OPTIc3 system KL-OPTIc3
•RJ45 Ethernet cable, CAT5 cable with 10 m
•RJ45 Ethernet cable, CAT5 cable with 3 m
•Upgrade O3-LS8, O3-LS15 and O3-LD (the maximum scan rate of 30,000 fps)
•Upgrade O3-HiRes (high resolution with 2016 vertical pixels)
•Upgrade O3-El (eXtemLuX - various technologies to improve the picture at bad light con-
ditions)
•Upgrade O3-WTN (ALGE-TIMING Wireless Timing Network)
•Upgrade O3-VoIP (Voice over Ethernet communication form PC with starter direct from
PC)
•Upgrade O3-MD (Motion Detection - automatic recording)
•Upgrade O3-HSV (high speed 2-D picture at 100 fps with IDCam-software)

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1.2 Requirements for PC (Desktop or Notebook)
Operating System: Windows 7, 8 or 10
Processor: Intel Core i5 (similar or better)
Hard Disk: minimum 256 GB hard disk (recommended SSD)
Memory: minimum 4 GB RAM
Monitor Resolution: minimum Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Interfaces: Gigabit Ethernet and/or WLAN
1.3 Accessory
For the all OPTIc3 models we can offer several additional products. Please contact your ALGE-
dealer for further details:
•Camera tripod TRIMAN (max. height 2.27 m)
•Camera tripod STATIV6 (max. height 3.66 m)
•Gear head 410 (3-dimensional camera adjustment)
•Motor Gear head 410E3 with remote control from PC (3-dimensional camera adjust-
ment)
•Zoom Lens Z75 (12.5 – 75 mm / F1.2)
•Motor Zoom MZ75 (12.5 - 75 mm / F1.8), remote control from PC
•Motor Zoom MZ160R (16 - 160 mm / F2.2), remote control von PC
•Wide angle lens L8.5 (8.5 mm / F1.0)
•Weather protection case WPC3-75 for camera with max. 75 mm lens
•Ethernet RJ45 CAT5 cable K-RJ45G03 – patch cable with 3 m
•Ethernet RJ45 CAT5 cable K-RJ45G10 – patch cable with 10 m
•Ethernet RJ45 CAT5 cable K-RJ45G20 – patch cable with 20 m
•Cable Reel KT-RJ45G90 with 90 m Ethernet RJ45 CAT5 cable
•Electronic Startgun e-Start with speaker system BANG
•Startmicrophone SM8
•Startgun STP with 9 mm or 6 mm blanks
•Speech Amplifier SV4/SM
•Headset HS3-2 or HS2-1
•Photocell PR1a-R (Distance: 1 to 25 m)
•Photocell PR1a-d (Distance: up to 150 m)
•Radio Photocell PR1a-d (Distance: up to 150 m)
•3-fold Photocell RLS3c with tripod (for athletics)
•Push Button 020-02
•Wireless push button WTN-PB
•Numerical Display Boards (e. g. GAZ5 or D-LINE)
•Matrix Display Systems for stadiums
•Videowalls for stadiums
•Cable Reel with 2-core steel cable (extra strong military production); several lengths
•Anemometer Windspeed WS2