Fusion Sport Smartstart User manual

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USER GUIDE
ATTENTION!
SMARTSTART requires SMARTSPEED, SMARTSPEED LITE or SMARTJUMP PDA software
version 2.97 or greater. Please check our software version, and download any required upgrades free
from the Fusion Sport website.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
SMARTSTART is enabled with a very high volume buzzer for event starts. Prior to using SMARTSTART with you
athletes, please familiarize yourself with the unit volume and be careful to place it at an appropriate distance
from your athletes, as you would do with any type of athletics start gun or horn. If used in close proximity to
your athletes, it is recommended that you do not aim the unit buzzer directly towards your athletes or
spectators.
PREPARING YOUR SYSTEM FOR USE WITH SMARTSTART
Like your SMARTSPEED or SMARTSPEED Lite units, SMARTSTART units are wireless and come pre-
programmed with their own unique unit ID. The IDs used for SMARTSTART units are higher than for
other gates (usually equal to or greater than 10), and you need to ensure that your system settings
permit units of this high ID.
In order to ensure that you system is ready, please follow these simple steps –
Start SMARTSPEED software on PDA Go to Options - General Set the “Max ID” to include your
SMARTSTART unit ID (16 is usually sufficient). Press “Apply” and return to the main screen.
Your SMARTSTART unit is now ready to use. Please ensure the unit is charged prior to use.

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QUICK START GUIDE
1. Turn on your SMARTSTART unit by flicking the switch located on the
bottom of the unit. Once turned on, the green power LED will be
illuminated.
2. Turn on the gates and other devices that you will use for the session
3. Start your SMARTSPEED software with Grabba Sleeve connected (as for
a normal session) and Press “Start New Session”
4. Press Scan
5. Your SMARTSTART units will appear in the scan list. If the units do not
appear, please refer to the troubleshooting section below.
6. A drop down list will appear next to the unit ID. Choose the appropriate
SMARTSTART function from the list, according to the scenarios outlined
below.
7. Follow the software as you would for a normal session, selecting your
drill and performing the “test track” procedure. In some scenarios, your
SMARTSTART unit will be part of the test track procedure, in which
cases you will need to press the hand start switch, start pad, jump mat
or SMARTSHOXX unit at the appropriate stage of the test track.
8. If the SMARTSTART is not used in the test track procedure, and you are
running multiple tracks (lanes), then after selecting your team list for
the session, you will be presented with the SMARTSTART configuration
screen. Configure your SMARTSTARTs to coincide with the respective
lanes by pressing the “Buzzer” button next to each unit, and ensuring it
is set up to work with the correct track.
9. Press OK and then proceed to run your session as usual.
HARDWARE INPUT OPTIONS
SMARTSTART is equipped with two PS2 ports for various functions. Currently, only one port is active, and is
clearly labeled “INPUT”. The second port is currently unused but was included in the design for future
possibilities.
The following hardware can be connected to SMARTSTART –
•Hand plunger button (included)
•Hand starts pads
•SMARTJUMP contact mats
•SMARTSHOXX impact/vibration triggers
The scenarios for using these various hardware items are explained in the following scenarios.

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SMARTSTART SCENARIOS
SMARTSTART is a highly versatile multifunctional device. For these various scenarios, specific settings must be
chosen during the set up process to ensure correct operation.
In each of the scenarios, there may be up to 3 stages in the software where configuration options apply. These
are –
1. On the SCAN page, after discovering the device
2. If a configuration screen appears when you select your team list for the session (RFID only mode);
and/or
3. On the OPTIONS tab, after selecting your players and entering the session
SCAN Page: select device mode
CONFIG Page: RFID mode only
OPTIONS Tab: depending on drill
SCENARIO 1: WIRELESS START GUN (ONE SMARTSTART FOR UP TO 8 LANES; PDA OR
HAND PLUNGER START))
In this scenario, SMARTSTART can be used at the start line as a high volume wireless start gun for 1-8 lanes of
timing, started by the SMARTSTART audio signal.
Notes for setup
Applicable protocols
Traffic Light Sprints
Hardware options
Connect hand start plunger button for manual
start
Number of SMARTSTARTs
One only, for up to 8 lanes
SCAN Page Selection
S.START
Test Track Action
Not applicable
RFID config page
Not applicable
Options Tab (pictured
right)
•
Always choose “Light/Buzzer” for traffic
light start type
•Tick “Start by SMARTSTART” for hand
plunger start (leave un-ticked for PDA driven
start)

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NOTE: Manual Start by Hand Plunger
When using the manual start function, connect the hand start plunger provided to the INPUT PS2 port. When
the system is ready, the message “Waiting for SMARTSTART response” will appear on the PDA screen. Push the
hand start plunger to start the buzzer and timing for the event.
In the case of an athlete false starting, tap the hand plunger twice in quick succession, and the event will be
voided and the system reset. When the athletes are ready, press the plunger to start the trial again.
If the plunger option is not selected on the options tab, the drill will be started after pressing GO, within the
time delay period set in the “random start period” settings, as can been seen on the above options tab screen
shot.
SCENARIO 2: WIRELESS RFID (RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION) READER
In this scenario, SMARTSTART can be used as a standalone wireless RFID reader, as a replacement for
SMARTSCAN RFID units.
Notes for setup
Applicable protocols
All except pacing
Hardware options
No external hardware required
Number of
SMARTSTARTs
One required per lane, for up to 8 lanes
SCAN Page Selection
RFID SCAN
Test Track Action
Not applicable
RFID config page
(pictured right)
Associate each RFID reader with the correct
track. Press “Buzzer” button to identify unit, and
place it at the start of the correct track
Options Tab
Not applicable
Session mode
Choose RFID session mode in bottom left corner
of screen
With your SMARTSPEED drill running in RFID mode, after pressing GO on the PDA, the first light unit in each
lane will begin to flash a green rotating light. This indicates that the SMARTSTART units are ready to receive an
RFID wrist band. One athlete in each lane must place their band against the front of the SMARTSTART unit, and
upon a successful scan the SMARTSTART will beep, and the green light will disappear from the next flashing
unit. When all lanes have been registered successfully, the drill will begin. For more detailed information on
the use of RFID, please consult the SMARTSCAN user manual on the Fusion Sport website support area.
SCENARIO 2B – CHUTE PROTOCOL VARIATION
The chute protocol is used for single or multiple lane timing of longer events, whereby multiple athletes can
finish through one gate, and sign out of the drill using SMARTSCAN RFID bands. For more information, please
read the SMARTSPEED Advanced Protocol Guide in the support area of our website.
SMARTSTART can be used instead of a gate with SMARTSCAN attached, as the RFID station in each chute. Thus
the athlete finishes through one gate, and then swipes their RFID band at the corresponding SMARTSTART unit
to collect their finish time.
Furhermore, you can also have a SMARTSTART at the start line, simply to act as a starting gun/buzzer. This will
require an additional SMARTSTART to the ones used for RFID.

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Notes for setup
Applicable protocols
Chute Protocol
Hardware options
Hand start plunger required for test track phase
Number of SMARTSTARTs
One required per lane, for up to 8 lanes. Additional one at start line if
required as Start Gun
SCAN Page Selection
L-MAT for the gates to be sued as RFID readers; SMARTSTART for the
unit used at the starting line as a start gun only.
Test Track Action
Push hand start plunger during test track as second gate in each lane
for the RFID stations. Not applicable for the start unit
RFID config page
(pictured right)
Not applicable
Options Tab
Choose SMARTSTART start type if using a unit at the start line as a
start gun.
Session mode
Not applicable (RFID by default)
SCAN Page: choose L-MAT
SCENARIO 3: COMBINATION START GUN/RFID READER (PDA DRIVEN START MODE
ONLY)
In this scenario, SMARTSTART can be used as both the start gun and a wireless RFID reader, in either single or
multiple lane modes. In multiple lane mode, one SMARTSTART is required for each lane, to perform the RFID
reading function. NOTE – this mode doe4s not support a manual race start using the hand start plunger.
Notes for setup
Applicable protocols
Traffic Light Sprints
Hardware options
No external hardware required
Number of
SMARTSTARTs
One required per lane, for up to 8 lanes
SCAN Page Selection
RFID SCAN
Test Track Action
Not applicable
RFID config page
(pictured right)
Associate each RFID reader with the correct
track. Press “Buzzer” button to identify unit, and
place it at the start of the correct track
Options Tab
Choose Light/Buzzer Traffic Light start type if you
wish the SMARTSTARTS to make a loud sound on
start.
Session mode
Choose RFID session mode in bottom left corner
of screen

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With your SMARTSPEED drill running in RFID mode, after pressing GO on the PDA, the first light unit in each
lane will begin to flash a green rotating light. This indicates that the SMARTSTART units are ready to receive an
RFID wrist band. One athlete in each lane must place their band against the front of the SMARTSTART unit, and
upon a successful scan the SMARTSTART will beep, and the green light will disappear from the next flashing
unit. When all lanes have been registered successfully, the drill will begin, based on the start delay settings you
have set on the options tab. For more detailed information on the use of RFID, please consult the SMARTSCAN
user manual on the Fusion Sport website support area.
SCENARIO 4: COMBINATION START GATE/RFID READER
In this scenario, SMARTSTART can be used as both the start gate and a wireless RFID reader, in either single or
multiple lane modes, by connecting a hand start plunger, hand start pad, start strip, SMARTSHOXX or
SMARTJUMP mat to the PS2 input port on the SMARTSTART unit. In multiple lane mode, one SMARTSTART is
required for each lane, and is used to replace a gate unit with SMARTSCAN reader (and PS2 accessory)
attached.
NOTE – this is the most common use of SMARTSTART for standard timing such as a 10-40 sprint.
Notes for setup
Applicable protocols
Standard timing, standard lap timing,
Hardware options
No external hardware required
Number of
SMARTSTARTs
One required per lane, for up to 8 lanes
SCAN Page Selection
(Pictured Left)
L-MAT
Test Track Action
Trigger SMARTSTART unit via PS2 accessory in
normal test track order for each track (lane)
RFID config page
Not applicable
Options Tab
Choose start type based on protocol needs. For
more information see below.
Session mode
Choose RFID session mode in bottom left corner
of screen
Start Types (pictured right):allows the user to configure the start type for the
session –
1. Auto (default): timing starts when the athlete in each lane breaks the first gate.
With SMARTSTART the timing will start when the PS2 device is triggered
2. Mat/Switch up – timing starts when the athlete lifts their hand/foot OFF the
start mat or hand start pad (note – a start pad or other switch must be
connected to the SMARTSTART)
3. Mat/Switch down – timing starts when the athlete steps ON to the start mat or
start switch (note – a start pad or other switch must be connected to the
SMARTSTART)
4. In beam/mat start – the athlete stands or presses down on the start pad or
jump mat, and after 3 seconds the SMARTSTART becomes activated (it will emit
a buzzer sound). Timing starts when the athlete leaves the start pad or other
switch.

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NOTE – This scenario is not the best for use with SMARTSHOXX. For SMARTSHOXX reactive starts, use scenario
5 below.
SCENARIO 5: REACTION TIME DETECTION/RFID READER (TRAFFIC LIGHT START)
In this scenario, SMARTSTART can be used as a wireless RFID reader, with the added ability to detect a reaction
time, in either single or multiple lane modes, by connecting a SMARTSHOXX unit to the PS2 input port on the
SMARTSTART unit. In multiple lane mode, one SMARTSTART is required for each lane, and is used to replace a
gate unit with SMARTSCAN reader (and SMARTSHOXX) attached.
NOTE- to use this protocol, you must use at least the 2 Gate Traffic Light Sprint protocol, as the SMARTSTART
actually acts as the first gate (split) in between the start signal and finish gate.
If however you wish to simply measure reaction time only, and not speed, use this scenario with the 1 Gate
Traffic Light Sprint protocol. The reaction time will be the time from the light/buzzer until the athlete triggers
the PS2 accessory by pushing down on the mat/strip/plunger or moving the SMARTSHOXX (i.e. it will not work
for lifting off the switch).
Notes for setup
Applicable protocols
Traffic Light Starts
Hardware options
SMARTSHOXX (or hand start plunger for simple
reaction time test)
Number of
SMARTSTARTs
One required per lane, for up to 8 lanes
SCAN Page Selection
(Pictured Left)
L-MAT
Test Track Action
Trigger SMARTSTART unit via PS2 accessory in
normal test track order for each track (lane)
RFID config page
Not applicable
Options Tab
Choose Light/Buzzer and set sufficient delay for
athlete to get in start position prior to starting
Session mode
Choose RFID session mode in bottom left corner
of screen
With your SMARTSPEED drill running in RFID mode, after pressing GO on the PDA, the first light unit in each
lane will begin to flash a green rotating light. This indicates that the SMARTSTART units are ready to receive an
RFID wrist band. One athlete in each lane must place their band against the front of the SMARTSTART unit, and
upon a successful scan the SMARTSTART will beep, and the green light will disappear from the next flashing
unit. When all lanes have been registered successfully, the drill will begin, based on the start delay settings you
have set on the options tab.
The athlete must be ready before the drill begins, as their first movement after the light/buzzer will be
detected by the SMARTSHOXX unit. The first split in the results will therefore equal the reaction time (the time
from light/buzzer until first movement).
For more detailed information on the use of SMARTSCAN RFID or SMARTSHOXX please download the
appropriate manuals from the Fusion website support area.
SCENARIO 6: REACTION TIME DETECTION/RFID READER (REACTIVE/MAT START DRILL)
In this scenario, SMARTSTART can be used as a wireless RFID reader, with the added ability to detect a reaction
time, in either single or multiple lane modes, by connecting a hand start pad, start strip or SMARTJUMP mat

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unit to the PS2 input port on the SMARTSTART unit. In multiple lane mode, one SMARTSTART is required for
each lane, and is used to replace a gate unit with SMARTSCAN reader (and PS2 accessory) attached.
NOTE- to use this protocol, you must use the reactive/mat start protocol located in the TRACK family. Please
consult the SMARTSPEED Advanced Protocol Guide for more information.
Notes for setup
Applicable protocols
Reactive/Mat Start Protocol
Hardware options
Hand start pad, start strip, or SMARTJUMP mat.
Number of
SMARTSTARTs
One required per lane, for up to 8 lanes
SCAN Page Selection
(Pictured Left)
L-MAT
Test Track Action
Trigger SMARTSTART unit via PS2 accessory in
normal test track order for each track (lane)
RFID config page
Not applicable
Options Tab
Choose Light/Buzzer and set sufficient delay for
athlete to get in start position prior to starting
Session mode
Choose RFID session mode in bottom left corner
of screen
With your SMARTSPEED drill running in RFID mode, after pressing GO on the PDA, the first light unit in each
lane will begin to flash a green rotating light. This indicates that the SMARTSTART units are ready to receive an
RFID wrist band. One athlete in each lane must place their band against the front of the SMARTSTART unit, and
upon a successful scan the SMARTSTART will beep, and the next unit will stop flashing and show either a solid
blue (SMARTSPEED) or green (SMARTSPEED LITE) light. The drill is now ready.
The athlete must get in position and place their hand on the mat. After 3 seconds, a low buzzer will warn the
athlete that the random delay period has begun (i.e. “Ready!”). The lights will then flash and buzz to start the
drill, and the athlete’s reaction time will be measured as the time taken for them to leave the mat after the
start.
For more detailed information on the use of SMARTSCAN RFID or SMARTSHOXX please download the
appropriate manuals from the Fusion website support area.
CHARGING & MAINTENANCE
SMARTSTART should be expected to operate for up to 15 hours per charge under normal use. It is however
recommended that it be charged prior to each use, and this will not develop any kind of battery memory.
NOTE – please be sure to switch SMARTSTART off after use to ensure it is
available for your next session.
When connected to the supplied 5V charger supplied, a RED light on the bottom of the unit will indicate that it
is charging. When fully charged, this light will turn green.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
SMARTSTART unit does not
appear in Scan list
Unit is on different
channel to base unit
Check channel of SMARTSTART unit using
SMARTSETUP (tutorial available on website support
page)
Unit is not charged
Recharge unit using the 5V charger provided
Wrong software
version
Download latest software from Fusion Sport support
area.
System Max ID is too
low to discover unit
Check system Max ID as per the first section of this
manual
SMARTSTART unit stops
working during session
Unit battery is too
low
Recharge unit using the 5V charger provided
RFID scan not working
RFID mode not
selected
Ensure RFID mode is selected in bottom left corner of
protocol running screen.
RFID reader requires
reset
Press the “Reset RFID” button on the PDA screen.
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