Microgate RACETIME 2 User manual

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RACETIME 2
PARALLEL SLALOM
PROGRAM
Revision 1.00

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SUMMARY
1. ASSEMBLY DIAGRAMS ................................................................................................................................3
2. “PARALLEL SLALOM” SOFTWARE..........................................................................................................5
3. MAIN MENUS...................................................................................................................................................6
4. TIMING..............................................................................................................................................................7
5. GROUP MANAGEMENT................................................................................................................................9
6. PRINTOUT AND RANKINGS MANAGEMENT .......................................................................................10
6.1 DISPLAY PRESENTATION................................................................................................................................11
6.2 PRINTING THE RANKING.................................................................................................................................11
7. OFF-LINE DATA TRANSMISSION ............................................................................................................12
8. DISQUALIFICATIONS/REINSTATEMENTS ...........................................................................................13
9. SYNCHRONIZATION ...................................................................................................................................14
10. RACETIME CONFIGURATION.............................................................................................................15
10.1 TIME DISPLAY MODE ...................................................................................................................................15
10.2 RACE TIME DISPLAY (RUNNING TIME) .........................................................................................................15
10.3 LINKGATE CHANNEL................................................................................................................................15
10.4 SETTING OF SERIAL TRANSMISSION .............................................................................................................15
10.5 ACTIVATION/DISACTIVATION OF THE PRINTER AND OF ACOUSTIC SIGNAL WHEN PRESSING KEYS ...............16
10.5 CONFIGURATION INITIALIZATION................................................................................................................16
11. BATTERY RECHARGE ...........................................................................................................................17
11.1 LOW BATTERY SIGNAL ................................................................................................................................18
12. MEMORY LIMITS....................................................................................................................................18
13. RADIO SIGNAL QUALITY......................................................................................................................19
14. DISPLAYBOARD CONFIGURATION...................................................................................................20
14.1 DISPLAYBOARD TYPE..................................................................................................................................20
14.2 NUM. DISPLAYBOARDS................................................................................................................................20
14.3 ADVERTISING..............................................................................................................................................20
15. SEXAGESIMAL CALCULATOR............................................................................................................21

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1.
1.1.
1.
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAMS ASSEMBLY DIAGRAMSASSEMBLY DIAGRAMS
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAMS
COMMON START
RED PISTE BLUE PISTE
LAP (RED
piste)
START
Gate
Connection
box
STOP (BLUE
F
ig. A

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SEPARATE STARTS
RED PISTE BLUE PISTE
LAP (RED piste finish)
START
(RED piste start)
Gate
Connectio
n
STOP (BLUE piste
AUX (BLUE piste start)
F
ig. B

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2.
2.2.
2.
“Parallel Slalom” Software “Parallel Slalom” Software“Parallel Slalom” Software
“Parallel Slalom” Software
This program offers simple and efficient management of parallel slalom competitions with immediate
viewing of the winning piste and the time difference between the athletes on the display screen and
displayboard. The times for the two pistes are also calculated and shown. This data is necessary during
the preliminary phases of the race, in which the elimination of a competitor is not direct but based instead
on the total times of the racers on the two pistes. The management of rankings enables you to have results
for this phase of the race immediately.
There are two start signals for track ‘R’ (Red) and ‘B’ (Blue) (connected to the START and AUX lines
respectively), while the finishes are connected to the LAP (red piste) and STOP (blue piste).
If a single start signal is required, all you need do is connect the two START and AUX signals in parallel.
It is also possible to use the Microgate LinkGate radio system for the start. The Linkgate Encoder should
be set to START (0) and will generate a simultaneous signal for the two pistes.
The impulses for the two finishes should not be made via radio as possible overlapping signals (when
there is a minimal or zero time difference between the athletes) could result in the incorrect reception of
one or both signals.
The parallel slalom program can be selected by pressing F3 from the function program menu, which is
only accessible when you have turned on Racetime and canceled stored data. After choosing the program,
you immediately enter the main menu, from which you can choose the various functions available.

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A:Timing program
B:Ent./print groups
C:Printouts/Rankings
A B C more
A:Data transm.
B:Disqualif.
C:Synchronize
A B C more
A:RACETIME config.
B:Disp.Board conf.
C:Signal level
A B C more
A:Time calculator
B:Battery charge
A B menu
3.
3.3.
3.
Main Menus Main MenusMain Menus
Main Menus
Select the items with the four function keys:
A. To enter timing mode
B. To access the group management and printout
submenu
C. To print rankings
F4. To view next menu
Select the items with the four function keys:
A. To transmit data to PC
B. Disqualifications management
C. To synchronize internal clock
F4. To view next menu
Select the items with the four function keys:
A. Device configuration
B. Displayboard configuration
C. Radio signal quality test (Linkgate system)
F4. To view next menu
Select the items with the four function keys:
A. Sexagesimal calculator
B. Management of battery recharge functions
F4. To return to main menu

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4.
4.4.
4.
Timing TimingTiming
Timing
Press F1 to start the timing session.
The chronometer immediately asks for the run number.
(The run number previously set is shown by default).
The following information is shown on the display:
Line 1: shows the competitors’ numbers at the start or
during the race for both the race pistes (R and B) and the
run number. Remember that piste R is coupled with the
LAP line (key and input) while piste B is coupled with
the STOP input. For both pistes a single start signal is
generated, obviously by the START signal.
Line 2: shows net times (of run or totals, depending on
the configuration of the device – see par. 10.1).
Line 3: is used to insert the run number and to show the
message ‘Ready to start’ when the chronometer is
waiting for the competitors to start. In addition to the
competitors’ finish, the winning piste and the time
difference between the competitors is shown.
Line 4: shows the operational choices available using the
function keys. Sometimes messages for the operator are
shown.
Next the numbers of the competitors on the two pistes at
the start must be inserted.
NOTE: if only one competitor is present at the start, set 0
for the absent competitor’s start. At least one competitor,
either on piste A or piste B, must be set (the chronometer
does not accept two zeros as competitor numbers).
If the set number has already started in the same run,
Racetime 2 signals the anomaly. Either the previous
racer’s descent can be annulled, or a different start
number set.
Now Racetime2 is ready to start timing. This is indicated
by the words ‘Ready to start’ on line 3. For runs after the
first run, if viewing of total times has been set (see par.
10.1), the total times for the previous runs will be shown
on the display.
If you make a mistake when inserting competitor
numbers and/or the run number, you can reset the
chronometer by pressing F3 (Edit).
To quit and go to the main menu, press F4 (menu).
R1 B2
00:00.000 00:00.000
R1 B2
00:00.000 00:00.000
Timer readyedit menu
A:Timing program
B:Ent./print groups
C:Printouts/Rankings
A B C more
R0 B
00:00.000 00:00.000
Wich run 1 menu

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If display of race times is active, the net running times of
the two competitors are shown when the start signal
(manual, from input via cable or radio transmitted) is
given.
If you do not wish to display the race times (as is usually
preferable during the direct elimination phase) and only
the time difference between the competitors is required,
disable race times display.
In the event of a fall and subsequent withdrawal of a
competitor, you can eliminate him/her from the race by
pressing the function keys F1 (El.R. – Eliminate
competitor piste R) and F2 (El.B. – Eliminate competitor
piste B). Racetime 2 asks for confirmation before
carrying out elimination, which is NOT reversible.
When one of the competitors finishes (piste R or B) the
net time is displayed. When the second racer finishes, the
display shows the second net time and on the third line
the winning piste and the time difference between the
two competitors appears.
On the displayboard for the presentation of results to the
public, the running time remains active until all the
competitors on the piste have reached the finish. Then the
winning piste and the time difference between the
competitors is displayed. After a few seconds, the net
times of the competitors on pistes A and B are shown in
succession.
In the event of an accidental interruption of the finish
photocell/s (for example, if a spectator crosses the
finishing line), it is possible to cancel the unwanted event
by pressing F1 (Ann.R - Annul event piste R) or F2
(Ann.B - Annul event piste B). Annulment can be
repeated a number of times and the operation must be
confirmed.
To confirm the results, press F4 (Conf. - Confirm). After
confirmation, the results are printed in the following
format:
1 R1 36.213
2 B1 34.312
Start N° Piste and run Net time (MM:SS.dcm)
Vin.B - 1.901
Winning piste Time difference (SS.dcm)
R1B 2
00:35.824 00:34.312
Vince B -1.900
CleR CleB Cle Conf
R1B 2
00:35.824 00:34.312
OutR CleB
R1 B 2
00:00.000 54.587
OutB
R1B2
32.625 32.625
OutR OutB
R1B2
32.625 32.625
Sure? Yes No

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5.
5.5.
5.
Group management Group managementGroup management
Group management
It is possible to define up to a maximum of 98 groups,
subdivided in turn into 8 subgroups each.
In 'Parallel' mode, the groups are used only for the
calculation of the rankings and are not involved in any
way in real timing.
For the definition of groups, select ‘B:Ins./group
printouts’ from the main menu (F2) and then ‘A:Ins./edit
groups’ from the submenu (F1). At this point, suppose
you wish to define the following groups (categories):
Group 1 start numbers from 1 to 10 start number
15 start numbers from 20 to 28
Group 2 not used
Group 3 start numbers from 40 to 50
You must then press the following sequence of keys:
1, Enter, 1, Enter, 10, Enter, 15, Enter, 15, Enter, 20,
Enter, 28, Enter, 0, Enter (end of group 1)
3, Enter (setup of group 3, group 2 is not used)
40, Enter, 50, Enter, 0, Enter, 0, Enter (to quit setup).
You can check the correct setting by selecting “C:Print
groups ” (F3) or by viewing the groups you are interested
in with ‘A:Ins./edit.groups’.
To delete completely the current setting for groups, select
‘B: Delete groups’ (F2). To delete one group only, set 0
in choice 1 of the group to be deleted.
A:Ent./edit groups
B:Clear groups
C:Print groups
A B C menu
Gruppo N. 1
fr. to
(0 to end in
p
ut)
Gruppo N. 1
Scelta N. 3
fr. 20 to 28
(0 to end in
p
ut)
A:Ent./edit groups
B:Clear groups
C:Print groups
A B C menu
A:Ent./edit groups
B:Clear groups
C:Print groups
Sure? Yes No

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6.
6.6.
6.
Printout and rankings management Printout and rankings managementPrintout and rankings management
Printout and rankings management
The ‘Parallel slalom’ program allows you to manage
rankings for the run times and total times of the single
athletes. For this reason the ranking calculated by
Racetime 2 is useful in the time elimination phases which
normally represent the first part of parallel slalom
competitions. However, the chronometer does not
automatically manage the last phase of the event, which
is normally based on direct elimination (tournament).
To access the rankings menu, select F3 (Rankings
printouts) from the first display of the main menu.
From the next menu it is possible to choose from
rankings calculated on the basis of total or single run
finish times. Remember that by total time is meant the
total of the run times chosen added to the previous runs.
Total time only exists if if all the times of the previous
runs exist.
All the rankings can be limited to a particular group or
can be extended to all the competitor numbers (the latter
choice can be obtained by setting 99 in the group settings
display).
Rankings can be viewed on the display or printed out.
Enter the chosen run number.
If you select a group form the groups set (see chap. 1.2),
the ranking will be calculated only on the basis of the
competitor numbers belonging to the group selected.
Group 99 is set as default and includes all competitor
numbers.
A:Timing program
B:Ent./print groups
C:Printouts/Rankings
A B C more
A:Total times
B:Run times
AB
Wich run ? 1__
Wich group ? 99
99=all racers

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6.1 Display presentation
If you select display with F1, the following display will
appear: (N=Competitor number, p.=position).
With the function keys, it is possible to move around
inside the ranking. In particular:
← → (F1 - F2) : allow you to go from one position in
the ranking to the next or previous one.
search (F3) : you are asked for a competitor number and,
after confirmation, the times and position of that number
are displayed.
Press F4 (menu) to return to the menu for selection of
display presentation or print.
6.2 Printing the ranking
If you choose: ‘data output on: printer’ (F2 key), the
ranking you have selected will be printed in the format
given here:
N1
1:06.247 Rp. 1
←→ find menu
Data output on:
A:Display
B:Printer
A B menu
RANKING, RUN
Run N.1
Rank Num Time
1 2R 1:32.97
2 3B 1:33.22

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7.
7.7.
7.
Off OffOff
Off-
--
-line data transmission
line data transmissionline data transmission
line data transmission
It is possible to transmit memorised times to a Personal
Computer at any moment. To do this, select ‘Transm.
data’ with F1 from the third display of the main menu.
Insert the run number.
If you choose 0, the data for all the runs will be
transmitted.
If you select one of the groups set (see chap. 5), the
ranking will only be calculated on the basis of the
competitor numbers belonging to the selected group.
Group 99 is set as default and includes all the numbers.
Now you can choose whether to transmit only time
events, net times or Disqualified competitors.
In each case the times are transmitted according to the
protocol given below. For a detailed description of the
transmission protocol, see appendix B of the Racetime 2
user manual (Single Start Program and Simple
Stopwatch).
When all the data has been transmitted, you return
automatically to the first menu.
The times are transmitted according to the protocol given
in appendix B of the Racetime 2 user manual (Single
Start Program and Simple Stopwatch).
Wait, please
A:Data transm.
B:Disqualif.
C:Synchronize
A B C menu
Wich run ? __
(0=all runs)
Wich group ? 99
99=all racers
Data to transmit :
RT. Evt. NANAS
Q
menu

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8.
8.8.
8.
Disqualifications/Reinstatements Disqualifications/ReinstatementsDisqualifications/Reinstatements
Disqualifications/Reinstatements
Insert the run and the number of the athlete to be
disqualified or reinstated. Confirm the numbers with
Enter (use F4 to return directly to the menu).
When you have identified the athlete and run, press
F1 to disqualify/reinstate
F3 to insert another athlete code or run
F4 to return to the menu
A:Data transm.
B:Disqualif.
C:Synchronize
A B C more
Disqualification
Num. _1 Run_
To
gg
le other menu
Disqualification
Num. 1 Manche 1
qualified
To
gg
le other menu
Disqualification
Num. 1 Manche 1
disqualified
To
gg
le other menu

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9.
9.9.
9.
Synchronization SynchronizationSynchronization
Synchronization
Note that in the ‘Parallel slalom’ program, time events
are not normally presented on the display. They are,
however, memorised for each start and finish and so can
be transferred to a Personal Computer for subsequent
checking.
Insert the exact time:
For example: to synchronize RACETIME on 10.54 AM
Press:
1 0 ENTER 5 4 ENTER 0 ENTER 0 ENTER
To correct press F2, otherwise press F3
Press START to synchronize RACETIME on the time
set.
After receiving confirmation, you are automatically
returned to the first menu.
Synchronized !
A:Data transm.
B:Disqualif.
C:Synchronize
A B C more
Input daytime
22:31:58.289
Input daytime
10:54:00.000
Edit. OK menu
Input daytime
10:54:00.000
START to synchronize
menu

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10.
10.10.
10.
RACETIME configuration RACETIME configurationRACETIME configuration
RACETIME configuration
The configuration menu allows you to modify some of
the settings which regulate the functioning of Racetime 2.
Remember, however, that if you choose to cancel the
configuration when the device is switched on or you
reinitialize the configuration (see par. 10.3), all the
parameters will be set at standard values.
The following configuration parameters are available:
10.1 Time display mode
Allows you to choose whether to show total times or run
times on the display and displayboard. To select use key
F1. When the display of total times is active, the total
times of the athletes at the start are shown before they
start.
10.2 Race time display (running time)
If this option is selected (Race time: Yes), the time starts
when a start impulse is received and running time is
shown on both the display and the alphanumeric
displayboard.
If this option is disabled (Race time: No), only the
difference between the two finish times (time difference)
is measured and the start impulse is not used. In this case
the time display mode is automatically set to ‘run times’.
This configuration is recommended for direct elimination
races where the race times are not important for the
result.
10.3 LINKGATE channel
Allows you to change the channel of the LINKGATE
system you are working with so you can move to another
channel if this should be necessary. On the display, the
setting of the dip-switch situated on the LINKGATE
Encoder is indicated.. The first selector does not affect
channel selection (its function is to select signal length
and is therefore shown with the letter ‘S’). Following this,
the status of the other switches is shown (1=selector up,
0=selector down). To modify the setting, press ‘Edit’
(F1). Again, remember that it is absolutely essential that
the channel set on Racetime 2 and on LINKGATE
Encoder coincide (see chap. B3).
10.4 Setting of serial transmission
ATTENTION: this configuration is present only on
versions 20.x.yy, 21.x.yy, 22.x.yy and 24.x.yy.
Pressing F1 modifies serial transmission velocity (1200,
2400, 4800 o 9600 bit/s).
Pressing F2 allows you to choose between binary and
ASCII for the format of the data transmitted. The
A:RACETIME config.
B:Disp. Board conf.
C:Signal level
A B C more
A:Displ.mode: Total
B:Running t.: Yes
C:LINKGATE channel
A B C more

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transmission protocols for the two modes are given in
Appendix B of the Racetime 2 User Manual (Single and
Group Start Program and Simple Stopwatch).
10.5 Activation/disactivation of the printer
and of acoustic signal when pressing keys
To modify the settings use keys F1 and F2 respectively.
10.5 Configuration initialization
Press F3 to restore standard configuration. This is
equivalent to deleting the configuration of the initial
settings of the device.
A:Printer On
B:Keyb.beep On
C:Initialize Setup
A B C menu

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11.
11.11.
11.
Battery recharge Battery rechargeBattery recharge
Battery recharge
Recharging of Racetime 2’s internal batteries is managed
entirely by the microprocessor which controls all of the
chronometer’s functions. Consequently it has been
possible to implement a recharge control which
guarantees maximum battery efficiency at all times, at the
same time prolonging the chronometer’s operational life.
To recharge the batteries, connect any 12 – 20 Volt
power source (normally the AC/DC adaptor supplied in
Racetime2’s kit will be used) to the appropriate socket
(Chap. A2).
If the chronometer is off, information about the current
status of the battery recharge management function will
immediately be shown on the display.
In particular, the following messages may appear on the
first line of the display:
Status/message Function description LED status
Maintenance the chronometer is supplied by an external
power source and, at the same time, the
batteries’ efficiency is maintained by a weak
recharge current
brief blinking every four
seconds
Discharge at the beginning of the recharge cycle, the
batteries are completely discharged before
being recharged
LED continuously on
Recharge recharge in progress. On the first line of the
display blinks the time still to go until the end of
recharge
Blinking LED
If a blinking message ‘Vext. Ins.’ appears on the first
line of the display, this means that the voltage supplied at
the recharge/power supply input is insufficient.
Attention: when external power is insufficient,
recharging is interrupted and cannot be completed
correctly or within the time anticipated.
If the chronometer is in ‘Maintenance’, press ‘A :Repeat
discharge/recharge’ (F1) to begin a new charge cycle.
This will start immediate discharging of the batteries.
The duration of this discharge phase is variable and
depends on the charge status of the batteries at that
moment (The time for discharging can last up to about
four hours).
A:Time calculator
B:Battery charge
A B menu
Trickle ch.
A:Rep.charge/disch.
A menu
Discharging...
A:Immediate charge
B:Break process
A B menu
Charging 7:00:00.
A:Rep.charge/disch.
B:Break process
A B menu

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After discharging the batteries, Racetime2 will automatically begin to recharge. This takes seven hours.
When this time is over, the words ‘End of Charging – OK’ indicate that the process has been correctly
completed. If, however, battery malfunction has caused premature interruption of charging, the messages
‘Err. Batteries – LV’ (insufficient battery voltage) or ‘Err. Batteries –HV’ (battery voltage too high) will
appear. During recharging the time needed to complete the process will appear on the display.
During discharging, it is possible at any time to pass directly to charging by pressing ‘A: Rep.
charge/discharge.’ (F1). This will shorten the time needed for recharging. However, you are advised not
to charge the batteries without first discharging them as this could cause a reduction in their capacity
(memory effect).
At any moment, you can interrupt discharging/recharging by pressing ‘B: Break process’ (F2).
Note 1: If the external power source is cut off during charging, charging will be interrupted and resumed
from the same point it had reached before being interrupted when the power source has been restored.
This represents an extra guarantee of the reliability of the recharge system.
Note 2 : During discharging and recharging, Racetime2 becomes slightly but noticeably warm. This is
absolutely normal. However, avoid covering the device with insulating materials (blankets or others).
It is also possible to access these functions when the chronometer is on. In this way, you can begin to
recharge the device without interrupting a timing session. To access recharge management, choose A:
‘Battery recharge’ from the fourth display of the main menu.
11.1 Low battery signal
When the batteries have nearly run down completely and
an external power source is not connected, a warning
symbol blinks at the top of the display. From the moment
this symbol begins to blink, you still have a considerable
amount of time to finish your work, nearly two hours
without using the printer but much less if the printer is
often used If it is not possible to quickly connect the
chronometer to an external power source, it might be
advisable to disconnect the printer (see par.D7.3) in order
to increase remaining operational autonomy.
Remember that when fully charged the batteries can be used continuously for approximately 8-9 hours if
on average a printout is made every 20 seconds. Length of duration may be less in particularly harsh
climatic conditions or if the batteries are worn out. It is absolutely normal for battery efficiency to decline
after approximately 500-1000 recharge cycles. If you notice a significant reduction in the duration of the
batteries, please contact Microgate for replacements.
12.
12.12.
12.
Memory limits Memory limitsMemory limits
Memory limits
Racetime2’s memory is large enough to store about 1350 events. Taking into account that each pair of
competitors to descend corresponds to 4 events (2 starts and 2 finishes), the system makes it possible to
manage about 330 races.
A:Timing program
B:Ent./print groups
C:Printouts/Rankings
A B C menu

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13.
13.13.
13.
Radio signal quality Radio signal qualityRadio signal quality
Radio signal quality
Racetime 2’s software includes a function for testing the
quality of the radio signal received. This function is
particularly useful when the radio signal received is
considerably disturbed and it is therefore necessary to
evaluate the degree of reliability of the transmission.
To access the function, select ‘C : Signal quality’ (F3)
from the fourth display of the main menu. The words
‘Ready to receive!’ indicate that the system is waiting to
receive a radio transmitted impulse. About 3 seconds
after the start of signal reception (during reception
‘Reception in progress…’ is shown), the channel of the
signal received and the quality of the signal as a
percentage are shown on the display. Obviously the
closer the percentage is to 100%, the better the quality.
Values above 40% are to be considered ‘safe’.
If the channel set on the LINKGATE Encoder (see par.
D7.2 e B3.9) does not coincide with the channel set on
Racetime 2, the message ‘DIFF. CHANNEL’ (channel
difference) appears.
If reception is particularly difficult, several stratagems
can be attempted:
- place both the transmitting and receiving radios (the
radios connected to the encoder) in an elevated upright
position
- if the disturbance is generated by interference from
other transmitters operating on the same channel, change
the frequency you are working on
- use more efficient antennas (1/4 wave or 5/8 wave,
instead of the normal ‘charged’ type), especially for
transmission radios.
14.
14.14.
14.
A:RACETIME config.
B:Disp.Board conf.
C:Signal level
A B C more
Ready to receive !
menu
Receiving...
Start
Ready to receive !
Start
Channel 4 S=100%
DIFF. CHAN. menu

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Displayboard configuration
Displayboard configurationDisplayboard configuration
Displayboard configuration
Select 'B : Displayboard Config.' From the third display
of the main menu to access displayboard configuration.
14.1 Displayboard type
The program for the management of the parallel allows
you to use only the Microgate displayboard.
14.2 Num. displayboards
It is possible to select the number of modules with the
address 0 (zero) commanded. If you select 1, running
time and subsequently, in sequence, the time difference
with the indication of the winning piste (R or B), the time
of the red piste, the time of the blue piste and finally once
again the time difference with the indication of the
winning piste, are shown.
If two displayboards are used, the running time of the
first competitor to start is shown. When the competitors
finish the time difference is shown and the winning piste
indicated. After this the times of the two competitors
appear (simultaneously on the two displayboards) and
lastly the time difference is shown again.
14.3 Advertising
By pressing F3 it is possible to activate the display
program (Prog. 1) previously memorised in the
displayboard itself. For further details, see the
instructions for the Microgate µTAB displayboard on this
subject. Pressing F3 another time will disactivate the
display program and restore the normal function program
(Prog. 0) on the displayboard.
A:RACETIME config.
B:Disp.Board conf.
C:Signal level
A B C more
A:Type: Microgate
B:Num.of Disp.B. 1
C:Advertising Off
A B C menu