ALGE-Timing OPTIc3 Configuration guide

Version-E171204
Manual
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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.
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All rights reserved. Any duplication, either in full or in part, requires the prior written consent of the
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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

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1.4 Function
The photo finish camera has a CMOS area scan sensor as used e.g. for photo cameras. The
2D picture is used only to adjust the finish line. In the photo finish recording mode it does not
record a complete 2D-picture, but only one vertical line. The recording speed for this vertical
line is adjustable until up to 3000 fps (OPTIc3) and 15,000 fps (OPTIc3-PRO). Each line is
stored on the hard disk and is shown on the screen in chronological order. If something moves
in front of the camera (e.g. an athlete) you receive a picture of it. Each vertical line is allocated
to a time.
The following example shows how a picture is recorded. If you use a scan rate of 1/1000
seconds it means that the finish line is scanned 1000 times per second. Each of these pictures
records a small piece of the object. If the speed is adjusted correctly, it shows the object in the
right size.
The next example shows the same object, but now crossing the finish line with a higher speed
and the same scan rate of 1/1000. The shape of the recorded picture depends on the speed
of the picture and the scan rate. Therefore, it is very important to record with the correct scan
rate to get the realistic shape of the image. The image below shows the object shortened if
using the same scan rate as at a faster speed. Of course, the object is scanned less often
under such circumstances.
Part of the OPTIc3 is an electronic image processing system. The recorded picture is stored
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2 Layout of the Software OPTIc3NET
The layout of the software is completely adjustable. You can dock-in or dock-out windows as
you want. You can store your favorite layout(s) so that it takes just a click to go back to it.
The main windows are:
•Overview Picture – Photo finish picture in a small scale (overview)
•View 1 – e.g. evaluation picture or camera 1
•View 2 – e.g. zoom picture or camera 2
•Camera Preview – shows the current camera picture
•Meet Browser – shows the event structure (meet, session, event and heat)
•Impulse Log – list shows all timing impulses in chronological order
•Heat List – result list of the heat with adjustable fields

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3 Select Language of OPTIc3.NET Software
It is possible to select the language of the software at any time after the installation. After
changing the language, it is not necessary to close and open the software again.
•Click on <Setup>
•Click on the down arrow next to <Language>
•Double click on the language that you want to use
At the present time it is possible to select the following languages:
•Dutch
•English
•Finnish
•German
•Hungarian
•Italian
•Japanese
•Norwegian
•Russian
•Spanish
•Swedish
Attention:
The language selection is always shown in English, so that it is also readable for everybody if
e.g. Japanese is selected
If your language is not integrated in the software it is possible to translate it yourself. You can
load the language files by clicking on the second button at the very top. Press now the
right mouse button of the file “OPTIc3Net_English-United-States.xls“ and select <Open with>
and <Excel>. It now shows the English translation file in an Excel sheet. Rename this file e.g.
with the language that you translate. Then you translate the text in the column “text in trans-
lated language” of all the spreadsheets of this Excel file. Safe the changed file. After finishing
the translation, you can load this file with the second button at the very top.
If you send this translated file to ALGE-TIMING ([e-mail]) we will integrate the
new language in the standard installation so it is also available when installing the software
anew after an update.

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4 Connection of the Camera
To connect the camera to a PC and work successful three major conditions must be taken
care of:
•Setup of the camera must fit to your network configuration
•Connection by Ethernet or WIFI must work OK
•Power supply of the camera must be OK
4.1 Network connection
The OPTIc3 camera you connect by Ethernet or WLAN to a PC. The camera has a pread-
justed DHCP-network setup. Make sure that the camera setup is suitable to your network
setup, otherwise the camera will not be found and visible in your network. In case you have
to change the network setup of the camera use the separate software “OPTIc3 IP Configura-
tur” describeted further below
Camera name (standard ALGE-TIMING configura-
tion is the serial number)
Here you see the IP address of the camera. You
can change it in the separate software “OPTIc3 IP
Configurator”.
4.1.1 OPTIc3 IP Configurator
The camera has a preadjusted DHCP setup for the network connection that you can adapt
up to your need in a separate software called „OPTIc3 IP Configurator“. This software is au-
tomatically installed on your PC with the installation of OPTIc3NET.
Camera name: Serial number of the camera is used as standard camera name. You can
change the camera name in the “Camera dialog”.

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Wifi password: The standars password for a WIFI connection is “wireless”. You can
change the password in the “Camera dialog”.
IP configuration: The standard is DHCP. You can change it here to Static.
IP adjustments: You can change the IP address, subnet mask, DNS and default gateway
up to your need in this software.
4.2 Camera connected to Ethernet with Power Supply by POE+
The OPTIc3 is connected by Ethernet cable with the PC. The power supply comes from a
POE+ (Power Over Ethernet). At the POE+ the PC (with a short Ethernet cable (e.g. 3 m), the
OPTIc3 (with the long Ethernet cable - power out) and the mains (100 – 240 VAC) is con-
nected. The maximum cable length of the Ethernet cable is 100 m.
Attention: We recommend to connect the POE to a UPS (uninterruptible power supply).
4.3 Camera connected to Ethernet with external supply
The OPTIc3 is connected with the Ethernet cable at the PC. The power supply for the camera
comes from a separate power supply PS12A. The maximum cable length of the Ethernet cable
is 100 m. Longer cable length is possible if you have a switch between two Ethernet cables.
Attention: We recommend to connect the POE to a UPS (uninterruptible power supply).
4.4 Camera communication by WIFI
The OPTIc3 can communicate wireless by WIFI with the PC. This means no cable between
camera and PC is necessary. In order to work with WIFI you must make sure to have good
and solid WIFI connection. The camera needs a USB-WIFI stick (USB-WIFI). In order to sup-
ply the camera with power you need a power supply (e.g. a PS12a).

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4.5 Connection of two or more cameras
It is possible to connect several cameras in a network with one PC. This is for some sports
necessary, since they have two different finish lines (e.g. Track and Field-Indoor with 60 m
track and 200 m track), Horse Racing (with Sand and Gras Track), Track Cycling (for Sprint
and Pursuit).
In the OPTIc3NET software you select the camera that you want to use for recording. Each
camera can get from you a name (e.g. Cam1-Infield, Cam2-Stage). The camera name you can
input and edit in the camera dialog.
Example: Two cameras OPTIc3 are connected with Ethernet through a Switch with inte-
grated POE+
4.6 Power Supply of the OPTIc3
The OPTIc3 camera needs a power supply. There are two possible power supply solutions:
•Power supply by using the POE+ (Power over Ethernet) adapter. Please make sure
to use the adapter supplied by ALGE-TIMING. Not every POE works, it needs POE+.
•Power supply with 12 V (e.g. 12 V battery or power supply PS12A).

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5 Camera Position
The camera of the photo finish system must be set exactly on a straight line with the finish line.
Depending on the sport discipline it needs a different angle to the finish line (5.1 Lens Angle).
The picture above shows the camera straight to the finish line. This is the correct way to set
the camera.
The picture below shows the camera not straight to the finish line. In such a way it is not
possible to take correct pictures!

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5.1 Lens Angle
The lens angle is the recording angle of
the camera lens in vertical direction.
To select the right lens for the camera
the lens angle is most important. A zoom
lens has a variable lens angle, a fix lens
has not.
From the horizontal distance of the camera to the finish line (L1), the width of the finish and
the camera height the camera angle can be calculated.
Our most commonly used C-Mount zoom lenses are the Models Z75 or MZ75C.
For the OPTIc3 with 1360 pixels it has an adjustable camera angle from 5.5° (75 mm) to 30°
(12.5 mm).
For the OPTIc3-PRO with 2016 pixels it has an adjustable camera angle from 6.5° (75 mm) to
43° (12.5 mm).
Camera Angles for OPTIc3 (1360 Pixels) with C-Mount Lenses:
•8.5 mm 1360 Pixel Auflösung ca. 50°
•12.5 mm 1360 Pixel Auflösung ca. 30°
•16 mm 1360 Pixel Auflösung ca. 23°
•75 mm 1360 Pixel Auflösung ca. 5.5°
•160 mm 1360 Pixel Auflösung ca. 3.8°
Camera Angles for OPTIc3-PRO (2016 Pixels) with C-Mount Lenses:
•8.5 mm 1360 Pixel Auflösung ca. 70°
•12.5 mm 1360 Pixel Auflösung ca. 43°
•16 mm 1360 Pixel Auflösung ca. 33.5°
•75 mm 1360 Pixel Auflösung ca. 6.5°
•160 mm 1360 Pixel Auflösung ca. 4°
To adjust the camera, it is very important that the camera is horizontally leveled. To guarantee
this, the camera is equipped with a spirit level on its back.

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5.2 Focusing the Camera
An important factor to receive good quality photo finish images is to focus the camera. Only a
good adjustment of the aperture (focus) guarantees good pictures. Additionally, it is important
that you select the correct scan rate.
5.2.1 Adjustment of Focus (Aperture)
Adjust the aperture with the first (front) ring of the lens
(for manual lenses). If you have a motorized zoom ex-
ecute the adjustment from the OPTIc3NET software on
the PC (see chapter 6.7.3 Motor Zoom Lens Adjust-
ment).
Adjust the zoom so that you see the required finish
area on the monitor. Look at the middle part of the fin-
ish line. The more details you see at this part of the
picture the better is the adjustment.
5.2.2 Scan Rate
The finish line is scanned by the photo finish camera between 100 and 15,000 (30,000 with
line rate doubling) fps (frames per second). The adjustable scan rate depends on the speed of
the object that you want to record and of the distance between the camera and the recorded
object.
The scan rate must be adjusted different for the OPTIc3 (vertical resolution 1360 pixel) and
the OPTIc3-PRO (vertical resolution 2016 pixel).
OPTIc3:
As reference value for the scan rate for different sports
at a full vertical camera resolution of 1360 pixel, refer to
below stated table (please note that the given values
may vary extremely, if one of the above given parameter
does not apply, values stated in lines per second).
•Athletics: 1200 to 1800
•Horse Racing – Gallop: 1000 to 3000
•Horse Racing – Trotting: 1000 to 2000
•Rowing: 100 to 300
•Cycling – Street: 2000 to 3000
•Cycling – Track: 2000 to 3000
•Greyhound: 1000 to 2500
•Short Track: 1000 to 2500
•Cross Country Skiing: 1000 to 2500
•Biathlon: 1000 to 2500
•Ski Cross: 2000 to 3000
•Boarder Cross: 2000 to 3000
•Ski Alpine: 2000 to 3000

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OPTIc3-PRO:
As reference value for the scan rate for different
sports at a full vertical camera resolution of 2016
pixel, refer to below stated table (please note that
the given values may vary extremely, if one of the
above given parameter does not apply, values
stated in lines per second).
•Athletics: 2200 to 3500
•Horse Racing – Gallop: 2000 to 6000
•Horse Racing – Trotting: 2000 to 4000
•Rowing: 200 to 500
•Cycling – Street: 4000 to 7000
•Cycling – Track: 5000 to 7000
•Greyhound: 2000 to 3000
•Short Track: 2000 to 5000
•Cross Country Skiing: 2000 to 5000
•Biathlon: 2000 to 5000
•Ski Cross: 4000 to 7000
•Boarder Cross: 4000 to 7000
•Ski Alpine: 4000 to 7000