humotion SmarTracks Diagnostics v.3.16 Troubleshooting guide

Version 2.0 (March 2020)
SmarTracks Diagnostics v.3.16
Installation Guide & User Manual

Contents
1. Safety Instructions 1
1.1. Electronic Measuring Equipment 1
1.2. Timing Gates 1
1.3. Charging the Measuring Device 2
1.4. Information on Disposal and Recycling 2
2. Software Change Log 3
3. Glossary of Technical Terms 4
4. Hardware 5
4.1. SmarTracks Sensor-Belt 5
4.2. Timing Gates 6
4.2.1. Timing Gates Mobile 6
4.2.2. Placement of the Timing Gates Mobile 7
4.2.3. Timing Gates In-Ground 9
5. Software Installation 10
5.1. How do I install the SmarTracks Diagnostics software? 10
5.2. How do I activate my SmarTracks Diagnostics license? 11
5.3. How do I know what modules my license contains? 12
5.4. How do I change the language settings? 12
6. Performing a Measurement 13
6.1. How do I charge the sensor? 13
6.2. How do I enter an athlete’s name? 14
6.3. How do I start a measurement? 15
6.4. How do I know the sensor is measuring? 18
6.5. How do I put on the sensor-belt? 18
6.6. How do I start multiple measurements simultaneously? 18
6.7. Can I do multiple assessments while measuring? 19
6.8. How do I remove an incorrectly performed test during measurement? 19
6.9. How do I change athlete during a measurement? 20
6.10. How do I stop a measurement? 20
7. Data Analysis 21
7.1. How do I upload the measurement data? 21

7.2. Where can I see the test results? 21
7.2.1. Jumps 22
7.2.2. Tappings 24
7.2.3. Runs 26
7.2.4. Comparing via the spider diagram 28
7.2.5. Comparing via Excel files 28
7.3. How do I filter or select test results? 29
7.3.1. Filtering results 29
7.3.2. Selecting specific test results 29
7.3.3. Sorting test results 30
7.4. How do I edit test results? 30
7.4.1. Entering/changing the jump type 30
7.4.2. Entering/changing the run type 31
7.4.3. Changing an athlete’s name or a team name after measurement 31
7.4.4. Annotating test results 32
7.4.5. Deleting test results 32
7.5. How do I export test results? 32
7.5.1. Exporting speed, endurance or agility test results 33
7.5.2. Exporting jumps, tappings and sprints test results 34
7.5.3. Printing the spider diagram 35
7.6. How do I enable the automatic upload of measurement data to Humotion servers? 36
8. Assessments 37
8.1. Speed 37
8.1.1. Selecting the sprint interval 37
8.1.2. Selecting the start point of the measurement 39
8.2. Endurance 41
8.3. Jumps 41
8.3.1. Squat Jump (SJ) 43
8.3.2. Drop Jump (DJ) 43
8.3.3. Countermovement Jump (CMJ) 44
8.4. Tappings 45
8.5. Agility (COD) 46
8.5.1. Illinois Agility Test (IAT) 46
8.5.2. Three Cone Drill (3CD) 48

8.5.3. 5-10-5 Shuttle (Pro Agility Test) 49
8.5.4. Custom Agility Test 50
8.5.5. Arrowhead Agility Test (AAT) 51
9. BASIC INSTRUCTIONS 53
10. Contact Info 55

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1. Safety Instructions
ATTENTION!
Before using your SmarTracks Diagnostics, read all instructions on handling the device and timing
gates, including the safety information.
1.1. Electronic Measuring Equipment
Non-compliance with this safety information may result in a fire, electric shocks or other injuries, or
may lead to damage to the system components.
Do not drop the measuring equipment, and do not dismantle, open, break, bend, deform, drill through,
crush, burn or paint it. Do not heat in a microwave and do not insert foreign objects into the device.
When attaching the sensor to your computer, we recommend using the provided USB extension cable
to protect your computer from humidity and dirt. If you need to attach the sensor directly make sure
there is no moisture or dirt on the sensor! Do not try to dry the sensor with an external heat source
such as a microwave or a hot air gun.
Never try to repair the measuring equipment yourself.
1.2. Timing Gates
Timing gates contain powerful magnets. The magnetic field can damage
e.g. mobile phones, TVs, laptops, computer hard drives, credit cards, data
media, mechanical clocks, hearing devices, speakers, and the measuring
sensor.
Therefore, these devices should never be kept in close proximity to the
timing gates. A minimum distance of 50 cm must be maintained. Do not
try to open the timing gates.
Always keep the sensor at a safety distance of at least 10cm from the timing gates.
ATTENTION!
Magnets may affect the function of pacemakers and implanted defibrillators.
If you have such devices fitted, keep them at a sufficient distance from the
magnets.

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1.3. Charging the Measuring Device
To charge the sensor, always use the supplied USB cable with an adapter (power supply) or a high-
power USB port on another device which is compatible with the USB 2.0 standard. If you use the
adapter to charge the sensor, ensure that the power supply is fully assembled before connecting it to
a plug socket. Then securely plug the adapter into the plug socket. Do not touch the adapter with wet
hands! Always use an approved power supply to charge your sensor.
The adapter may become warm during normal use. Always ensure an adequate flow of air around the
adapter and handle it with care.
1.4. Information on Disposal and Recycling
You must dispose of the measuring equipment properly according to the valid environmental direc-
tives and legislation. Since the sensor contains electronic components and a battery, the sensor may
not be disposed of with normal domestic waste. If you want to dispose of your used sensor, you can
consult your local authority regarding disposal and recycling options. The battery is removed and taken
for environmentally friendly recycling.

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2. Software Change Log
In SmarTracks Diagnostics v.3.16, the following software updates were made:
▪Update to the format of stored measurements and sprint-intervals
▪Improved Timing Gate detection
▪Added option of checking for updates
▪Location can be specified in Start Measurement dialogue
▪Location can be detected with Windows locations API
▪Minor bugfixes and interface improvements

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3. Glossary of Technical Terms
Measurement
A measurement starts from the moment the sensor is disconnected from the
computer and ends when the sensor is reconnected with the computer.
Assessment
An assessment is an evaluation of specific capacities of the athlete, such as agil-
ity, sprinting capacity, etc. Several assessments can be carried out during one
measurement.
Test
A test is one specific action of an assessment, such as one jump, one run, etc.
Several tests can be carried out during one assessment.
Measurement
data
Measurement data is the raw data measured by the sensor. This data can be
uploaded to a computer and analyzed by the SmarTracks Diagnostics software.
Test results
Test results are the analyzed data as they are displayed in the SmarTracks Diag-
nostics software.
Measurement
window
The measurement window is the window shown during a measurement. It dis-
plays the measure events.
Measure event
A measure event is either the marking of an invalid attempt or changing athlete.
The chronology of these events during a measurement is displayed in the meas-
urement window.

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4. Hardware
4.1. SmarTracks Sensor-Belt
The SmarTracks Sensor-Belt consists of a sensor and a belt.
The DX3.5 sensor-belt consists of a DX3.5 sen-
sor, a round clip, and a belt.
You can attach the sensor to the clip.
The clip can be attached to the belt with the
black Velcro surface on the back (see figure 3
and 4).
Figure 1: DX3.5 sensor with and without USB cap
Figure 3: Clip (back) +
DX3.5 sensor with USB
cap
Figure 4: DX3.5 sensor + clip attached to the belt
Figure 2: Clip (front) +
DX3.5 sensor with USB
cap

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4.2. Timing Gates
IMPORTANT: Do not hold the sensor-belt closer than 10cm to the Timing Gates, since this could dam-
age the sensor irreparably.
4.2.1. Timing Gates Mobile
The Timing Gates Mobile can be placed everywhere to conduct performance tests. The gates do not
contain sensitive electronics and are tolerant against humidity and dirt.
To maintain the integrity of the integrated magnets, the magnetic rods (MCD’s) should be well pro-
tected from falling or other severe shocks at any time.
A Timing Gate consists of two magnetic elements. A magnetic element consists of one cone and one
magnetic rod (MCD), which is to be stuck into the hole of the cone (see figure 2).
Figure 1: Magnetic rod (MCD)
Figure 2: Magnetic element
(Cone + magnetic rod (MCD))

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4.2.2. Placement of the Timing Gates Mobile
One timing gate consists of two magnetic elements.
The distance between two elements of a timing gate should not be more than 1.25 m.
The distance between two timing gates should not be below 5 m to avoid the merging of the magnetic
fields that are generated by the gates.
Angled Timing Gates
The MCD can be set up straight (most common) or angled.
Angled setups are used for amplification or alignment of the magnetic field that is generated by our
timing gates. In practice, the application is useful for smaller athletes (e.g. children) or for certain tests
of agility.
≤1.25m
≥5.00m
≤1.25m

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The angled setup is done with the help of an angled mount, which is stuck in the hole of the cone.
Rotate the black MCD holder to a 45 degree angle and insert the MCD with the Humotion logo on the
high end. (see figure 1, 2 and 3).
IMPORTANT: The Humotion logo on the rods (MCD’s) should always face upwards. This applies for
both the straight and the angled setup.
You can either place both magnetic elements angled, both magnetic elements straight, or one angled
and one straight.
Example of an angled setup:
Figure 1: Angled mount
Figure 2: Angled magnetic ele-
ment (Cone + angled mount +
magnetic rod (MCD))
Figure 3: Angled magnetic ele-
ment (Cone + angled mount +
magnetic rod (MCD))

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4.2.3. Timing Gates In-Ground
Timing Gates In-Ground are invisibly and permanently integrated into a track or turf field. These are
so-called SmarTracks Locations.
With a SmarTracks Location, you do not need to set up any Timing Gates yourself.
Go to www.smartracks.run/locations for an overview of all the locations and their ground plans.
Figures 1 and 2 below illustrate a track setup where Timing Gates are integrated into the 100m sprint
lane (lane 9) and the 400m lane (lane 1).
In this example track, the Timing Gates In-
Ground are placed in the following intervals:
Lane 9: 0m-5m-10m-20m-30m-40m-60m-
80m-100m
Lane 1: 0m-50m-100m-150m-200m-250m-
300m-350m-400m
Figure 1: SmarTracks Location with
Timing Gates In-Ground –Exemplary
Full Track Setup by Polytan
Figure 2: SmarTracks Location
with Timing Gates In-Ground –
Detail of Sprint Lane Setup by Pol-
ytan

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5. Software Installation
5.1. How do I install the SmarTracks Diagnostics software?
The SmarTracks Diagnostics software is either supplied on a USB stick, or you will be given download
details.
Installation instructions when the
software is supplied on a USB stick:
STEP 1: Connect the supplied USB
stick.
STEP 2: Open the “SetupSmar-
Tracks.msi” file.
STEP 3: Select “Next” and follow the
rest of the instructions.
Installation instructions when the software is downloaded:
STEP 1: Download the setup file.
STEP 2: Depending on your operating system, you can get a notification screen about running an un-
recognized app. (Example shown with Windows 10, this may differ per operating system.)
STEP 3: Click “More
info”.
STEP 4: Click “Run
anyway” and follow
the rest of the in-
structions.

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5.2. How do I activate my SmarTracks Diagnostics license?
After installing SmarTracks Diagnostics, you need to register the product by activating your license.
STEP 1: Click on the logo in the upper left corner
and choose “About…”.
STEP 2: Go to the license tab and click “Acti-
vate”
STEP 3: Please enter your email address and the
license key provided to you by Humotion.
STEP 4: Click “Activate”.

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5.3. How do I know what modules my license contains?
STEP 1: Click on the logo in the upper left cor-
ner and choose “About...”.
STEP 2: Go to the License tab and tap the unfold
button (+) next to SmarTracks Diagnostics.
STEP 3: Your modules are now visible under-
neath SmarTracks Diagnostics.
5.4. How do I change the language settings?
STEP 1: Click on the logo in the upper left corner
and choose “About…”.
STEP 2: Select the language in the drop-down
menu and click “OK”.
The changes will take effect after you restart
SmarTracks Diagnostics.

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6. Performing a Measurement
6.1. How do I charge the sensor?
You can only start a measurement when the sensor has been loaded to at least 3,80V.
STEP 1: Start the SmarTracks Diagnostics soft-
ware.
STEP 2: Connect the sensor to your PC using the
USB cable.
STEP 3: The device, as well as the
charge status of the battery, is dis-
played bottom left.
When the charge status reaches
4,20V, it is fully charged.
Figure 1: DX3.5 sensor + Clip + Attached USB cable

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6.2. How do I enter an athlete’s name?
STEP 1: Start the SmarTracks Diagnostics software.
STEP 2: Connect a sensor to your PC using the USB cable.
NOTE: It does not matter which sensor you connect to the PC, the names are saved centrally
on the software.
STEP 3: Click on “New Measurement”.
STEP 4: The window “Start New Measure-
ment” opens. Here you can:
▪Enter a team name (obligatory)
▪Enter an athlete‘s name (obligatory)
You can enter one or several teams under
“Team”. The entries will be saved for future
measurements.
You can add one or several athletes to a team
by clicking on the small square box on the
right under “Athlete”. The entries will be
saved for future measurements.
STEP 5:
▪If you do not wish to perform a measurement immediately, press “Cancel”. The entered team
and athlete names are saved for future measurements.
▪If you wish to perform a measurement immediately, see 6.3. How do I start a measurement?,
STEP 4.

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6.3. How do I start a measurement?
STEP 1: Start the SmarTracks Diagnostics software.
STEP 2: Connect the sensor-belt to your PC using the USB cable.
STEP 3: Click on the “New Measurement” button to
start a measurement.
STEP 4: The window “Start New Measurement” opens.
Here you can:
▪Enter/select a team name (obligatory)
▪Enter/select the first athlete‘s name (obliga-
tory)
▪Select the Exercise type (optional) (highly rec-
ommended if you only wish to perform runs of
one type). For more information on the run-
ning type list, see 8.1. Sprint.
▪Gate option (optional)
▪Select the location (obligatory)
Gate option describes the options of timing gates: “Mobile”, “In-Ground –Vertical” or “In-Ground –
Horizontal”.

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▪If you are using SmarTracks Diagnostics with mo-
bile timing gates, select “Mobile”.
▪If you are on a SmarTracks Location with Timing
Gates In-Ground, select “In-Ground –Vertical”.
NOTE: If you are on one of the following locations,
select “In-Ground –Horizontal”:
oKleve (Germany), Allround Sports Kleve
oDortmund (Germany), Helmut-Körnig-
Halle, only for the round lanes
oMünster (Germany), Leichtathletikhalle,
only for the round lanes
Location describes your position in the global earth magnetic field. It is necessary for correct magnetic
gate detection.
To detect your location:
▪Click the small square box on the right under “Loca-
tion”.
▪Click “Detect my location” in the Locations
Management screen.
Make sure the location detection on your laptop
is enabled.
▪Enter the desired Location name and click
“Add”.
▪Click “OK”.