Swiss Timing MULTISPORTS E-GUN User manual

3481.501.02
Version 1.1
Edition August 2011
E-GUN / STARTTIME IV
User’s Manual

Caution and safety precautions
Never use any other charger than the supplied or a type approved by Swiss Timing. This could
destroy the battery, cause damage to unit, and possible cause personal injury due to fire or/and
electrical shock.
Never bypass a power cord ground lead by breaking off the ground pin, or by using inappropriate
extension cords or adapters.
Never plug a power cord into the AC power source until you have made sure that all installation,
cabling and power levels, are proper, and that the applicable procedures in this manual have been
followed.
Protect the equipment against splashing, rain and excessive sun rays.
Never use the device if it is damaged or insecure.
Verify the selection of the power distribution.
Verify that the voltage quoted on the rating plate is the same as your voltage. Connect the appliance
only to power sockets with protective earth. The use of incorrect connection voids warranty.
This program may be modified at any time without prior notification.
Do not open the case; there is nothing that needs servicing inside it. Nevertheless, if the case must
be opened, you must call for some qualified personnel. The power supply cable must be
disconnected before opening the case.
During the transport of all Swiss Timing equipment delivered with a reusable carry case, the said
case should be used at all times. This is imperative to limit the damage, such as shocks or vibration
that can be caused to the units during transport.
The same cases should also be used when returning equipment to Swiss Timing for repair. Swiss
Timing reserves the right to refuse all guarantees if this condition is not fulfilled.
If the installation includes a horn, be sure to maintain a sufficient security distance from the public.
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E-GUN / StartTime IV
P.O. Box 138, rue de l'Envers 1 Phone [phone]
2606 Corgémont, Switzerland Fax [phone]
www.swisstiming.com [email protected]
SWISS TIMING LTD
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................1
1.1Concept.......................................................................................................................... 1
1.2Rear panel...................................................................................................................... 2
1.3Start & Microphone unit (SMU)....................................................................................... 3
1.4E-Gun............................................................................................................................. 4
2INSTALLATION............................................................................................................5
2.1Connecting the installation ............................................................................................. 5
2.1.1Connections overview ..................................................................................... 5
2.1.2External loudspeakers connection................................................................... 6
2.1.3Extension cables ............................................................................................. 7
2.2Operation........................................................................................................................ 8
2.2.1Stand Alone Operation with TIMER (Quantum, Chronos, ARES)................... 8
2.2.2Stand Alone Operation (PowerTime)............................................................... 9
2.2.3Independent Operation.................................................................................... 9
2.2.4Audio levels................................................................................................... 10
2.2.5Battery level................................................................................................... 10
3GETTING STARTED..................................................................................................11
3.1First use........................................................................................................................ 11
3.2Main Menu....................................................................................................................11
3.3Exit Set Up ...................................................................................................................12
3.4Set Up menu ................................................................................................................ 12
3.4.1Start Sound.................................................................................................... 12
3.4.2False Sound .................................................................................................. 12
3.4.3Flash Output.................................................................................................. 12
3.4.4Start 1 Output (Main / Primary)...................................................................... 12
3.4.5Start 2 Output (Backup / Secondary)............................................................. 12
3.4.6Ready 1 Needed (Main / Primary)................................................................. 13
3.4.7Ready 2 needed (Backup / Secondary)......................................................... 13
3.4.8Recaller mode ............................................................................................... 13
3.4.9Auto Ready.................................................................................................... 13

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3.4.10False Signals................................................................................................. 13
3.4.11Standby ......................................................................................................... 13
3.4.12Power off ....................................................................................................... 13
3.4.13Radio Frequency channel.............................................................................. 14
3.4.14Factory settings............................................................................................. 14
3.4.15Menu Set Up navigation................................................................................ 15
3.5Diagnostics................................................................................................................... 16
3.6Factory Reset............................................................................................................... 16
3.7Pair Recaller................................................................................................................. 16
4ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES .....................................................................................17
4.1Power supply................................................................................................................ 17
4.2Connectors pinning ...................................................................................................... 17
5PROPERTIES.............................................................................................................18
5.1Dimensions and weights .............................................................................................. 18
6OPTIONS....................................................................................................................19
6.1Auxiliary flash ............................................................................................................... 19
6.2External loudspeaker.................................................................................................... 19
7MAINTENANCE AND PROTECTION ........................................................................20
7.1Fuses............................................................................................................................ 20
8APPENDIX..................................................................................................................21
8.1Abbreviations and symbols........................................................................................... 21
8.2Index of figures............................................................................................................. 21
8.3Version history.............................................................................................................. 21

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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Concept
The electronic start system StartTime IV is used in several sport like athletics (AT), swimming
(SW), Speed Skating (SS) with Start & Microphone unit (SMU) or .
The electronic start system is composed of a flash gun and a sound generation box.
When the starter active the gun trigger, simultaneously, a sound is played, a flash is emitted and a
start pulse is given to the timing device.
By pressing the trigger a second time within a programmable delay, the false start sound will be
played. The sounds can be changed / downloaded by a computer with a RS422 serial line.
StartTime IV has 2 started out connections, a telephone line allowing to connect a telephone
headset for better communication and can manage up to 3 different sports or disciplines.
It also features a multifunction LCD display, an enhanced internal amplifier, a keypad to select from
the various setup possibilities, a high fidelity loudspeaker and an integrated optical flash.
A line out allows optional loudspeakers to be connected to deliver the start signal as close as
possible and simultaneously to each athlete.
A microphone unit enables the starter to give the start signal while amplifying all the verbal
commands.
Two LEDs indicators on the microphone unit show the status of the timer device.
The StartTime IV unit also features the connectivity for an optional external microphone and
headset.
StartTime IV can be paired with the brand new electronic starting device.
The new generation flash gun replaces powder gun and transducer to signal the start to the
athletes and trig the timing devices.

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1.2 Rear panel
StartTime IV rear panel is divided in two parts. On the left is connection area and on the right
command keypad with display.
Figure 1 - StartTime IV rear face
Connector Description
CHARGER Charger input for internal battery
TEL Connection to Swiss Timing telephone line
SERIAL Serial line to download new sounds or special functions
START 1 Connection to the main timing device (MAIN / PRIMARY).
START 2 Connection to an additional timing device (BACKUP / SECONDARY).
LINE OUT Connection to external amplifier with dedicated speaker.
FLASH Connection to external flash(es)
GUN/MICRO Connection to the or SMU
SPEAKER Connection to external loudspeaker(s).
Key Description
START Key to start race if or SMU are not used (Independent operation)
POWER Power ON (>0.5 sec.) and OFF (>1 sec.)
MANUAL READY Allow field starter to force READY from control room
-and +Keys to move from one to another menu or set up
OK Key to enter and exit of the set up menu
RESET Reset recallers
SELECT Knob to select value in menu or set up
LED Description
READY 1 / 2 Ready status of TIMER 1 and 2
RECALLERS 1-3 Status of starter recaller (AT)

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1.3 Start & Microphone unit (SMU)
SPEAK Allow starter to connect microphone to
loudspeaker output or TEL line
START Allow starter to start the TIMER
READY 1 Ready status of TIMER 1
READY 2 Ready status of TIMER 2
RECALLERS 1-3 Status of starter recaller (AT)
External microphone
External headset
Figure 2 – SMU

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1.4 E-Gun
Figure 3 – E-GUN
LED / Key Description
TALK Indication of the selected audio channel
Mode SPEAK selected
(( )) Mode TEL selected
READY 1 Indication that the main timing device is ready (MAIN / PRIMARY)
READY 2 Indication that the additional timing device is ready (BACKUP / SECONDARY)
FLASH CHARGE Indication that the flash system is recharging
(( )) Mode TEST selected
KEYPADS Allow starter to select the audio channel
1x Mode SPEAK
2x (quickly) Mode TEL
+ 1x Mode TEST
TRIGGER Allow starter to start the TIMER

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2 INSTALLATION
2.1 Connecting the installation
Connections have to be made at the rear of StartTime IV .
Some connections are mandatory and some depends of the use:
2.1.1 Connections overview
Figure 4 - Connecting the installation

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2.1.2 External loudspeakers connection
The minimum recommended load per amplifier is 3.2 Ohms and the maximum is 16Ohms.
It's possible to use a load of 2 Ohms but will result in increased distortion and loss of output power.
Any combination that gives a total load of between 3.2 and 16 Ohms is acceptable.
Note the phase (+ sign or Red dot) of the speakers, or loss of sound quality will occur.
Note: never connect the two speaker outputs together in any way or connect them to ground.
This may cause severe damage to the amplifiers.
Examples of loudspeaker connection:
5 Speakers of 16 Ohms each 6 Speakers of 16 (8) Ohms each
Total load of 3.2 Ohms Total load of 10.6 (5.3) Ohms
8 Speakers of 16 (8) Ohms each 8 Speakers of 4 (8) Ohms each
Total load of 8 (4) Ohms Total load of 8 (16) Ohms

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2.1.3 Extension cables
The microphone cable may be extended to 30 Meters.
If extended further, noise and ”hum” may distort the signal.
No damage to the unit will happen although.
The loudspeaker cables can be extended up to 30 meters with 0.75mm²cable or 50 meters with
1 or 1.5mm²cable.
If extended further, loss of sound quality may occur, but no damage will be caused.
Beware of polarity of speakers, or loss of sound quality will result.

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2.2 Operation
2.2.1 Stand Alone Operation with TIMER (Quantum, Chronos, ARES)
1. Connect or SMU to GUN/MICRO
2. Connect the cable from TIMER to START 1.
3. Turn the unit ON by pressing the key (>0.5sec.).
SMU : LEDs are tested and Recallers LEDs blink till sport selection is made.
e -GUN : LEDs are tested and then red LED blinks till sport selection is made
4. Select your sport (Athletics, Swimming, Speed Skating or Custom)
After 5 seconds, sport will be automatically selected to your last used.
SMU : ST4 power lamp will light up and red LED SPEAK in the microphone should be lit.
e -GUN: ST4 power lamp will light up.
If the TIMER is cleared and ready for start or and/or don't use
READY, ST4 / / SMU LEDs READY 1-2 would be lit as well.
5. Adjust the volume button on the StartTime IV to an appropriate level.
6. Check if READY signal green LED (ST4 / / SMU) is on.
7. Press the TRIGGER ( ) or START (SMU) button
8. One signal should sound from the loudspeaker(s), and the TIMER should be activated.
If a false start is to be announced, press the TRIGGER ( ) or START (SMU) button
again within time selected in .
False start signal(s) and will be heard
The level of the start / false start signal can be adjusted on the main unit.
The unit cannot be started, if one of or is selected to
, and TIMER is not cleared.
The false start signal is only functional if is selected from to
seconds. Select to. if false signal is not used.

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2.2.2 Stand Alone Operation (PowerTime)
First use ONLY
Set and to ,.
1. Connect or SMU to GUN / MICRO
2. Connect the cable from PowerTime to START 1.
3. Turn the unit ON by pressing the key (>0.5sec.).
SMU : LEDs are tested and Recallers LEDs blink till sport selection is made.
e -GUN: red LED blinks till sport selection is made
4. Select your sport (Athletics, Swimming, Speed Skating or Custom)
After 5 seconds, sport will be automatically selected to your last used.
SMU : ST4 power lamp will light up and red LED SPEAK in the microphone should be lit.
e -GUN: ST4 power lamp will light up
5. Adjust the volume button on the StartTime IV to an appropriate level.
6. Press the TRIGGER ( ) or START (SMU) button
7. One signal should sound from the loudspeaker(s), and the TIMER should be activated.
If a false start is to be announced, press the TRIGGER ( ) or START (SMU) button
again within time selected in .
False start signal(s) ( and ) will be heard.
2.2.3 Independent Operation
It is possible to use the StartTime IV without or SMU.
In this case, it is only possible to carry out starts and false starts with the "START" button of the
ST4
First use ONLY
Set and to ,.
1. Turn the unit ON by pressing the key (>0.5sec.).
2. Press the
key for the start.
3. If a false start is to be announced, press the key again within time selected in
and several signals will be heard (Depending on and
selection).

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2.2.4 Audio levels
There is possibility to adjust 4 audio levels:
Level of internal and external
loudspeakers
Level of LINE OUT
Level of optional headset
Level of microphone (SMU unit or
Headset micro)
Turn knob button and adjust to the desired level.
Use and to select other audio and adjust level with .
2.2.5 Battery level
Battery is full charged.
Battery is half charged.
Battery is empty; connect the charger as soon as possible.
BLINK Battery is empty, connect the charger urgently.

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3 GETTING STARTED
3.1 First use
Read chapter 3 and select desired configuration and connect the StartTime IV charger.
3.2 Main Menu
You can access the Setup, Diagnostics and Factory Reset menus by pressing
Chapter 3.3
Chapter 3.4
Chapter 3.5
Chapter 3.6
Chapter 3.7

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3.3 Exit Set Up
This menu allows exiting menu.
3.4 Set Up menu
Set Up menu allows the user to define particular settings adapted to its own use.
To navigate in the menu, use following buttons:
To enter and exit of the set up menu
/ To move from one to another set up
To select value in the set up menu
If setup is modified in AT, SS or SW, sport selection is automatically
changed to CUS and Set Up values are transferred.
3.4.1 Start Sound
Allows selecting the sound type of Start signal
3.4.2 False Sound
Allows selecting the sound type of False Start signal
3.4.3 Flash Output
Select the output contact of the FLASH connector to Normally open or Normally closed
3.4.4 Start 1 Output (Main / Primary)
Select the output contact of the START 1 connector to Normally open or Normally closed
3.4.5 Start 2 Output (Backup / Secondary)
Select the output contact of the START 2 connector to Normally open or Normally closed

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3.4.6 Ready 1 Needed (Main / Primary)
If you want to authorize start from the Main/Primary TIMER installation (control room), select the
setup to .
The system, when connected to timing devices such as Quantum, Chronos or ARES, gives a high
level of security with the READY indicator.
That is to say it may be deactivated from the Control Room if the Timing Technician is not ready to
accept a start signal
3.4.7 Ready 2 needed (Backup / Secondary)
If you want to authorize start from the Backup/Secondary TIMER installation (control room), select
the setup to .
The system, when connected to timing devices such as Quantum, Chronos or ARES, gives a high
level of security with the READY indicator.
That is to say it may be deactivated from the Control Room if the Timing Technician is not ready to
accept a start signal
3.4.8 Recaller mode
Recallers units are used if help starters are authorized to announce false start, If you have
recallers units, select .
3.4.9 Auto Ready
Time in seconds (1-60) where starter or recallers are authorized to give a false start after a start.
If you do not need this set up, you can select the value.
3.4.10 False Signals
Define number of false start signal ( - ) generated when a false start is activated.
3.4.11 Standby
Value in minutes of automatic Standby if StartTime IV is not used.
The system authorizes a start in standby mode.
If you do not need this set up, you can select the value.
3.4.12 Power off
Value in minutes of automatic Power off if StartTime IV is not used.
If you do not need this set up, you can select the value.

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3.4.13 Radio Frequency channel
Wireless system is used with recallers and If you meet some transmission problem with RF53, you
have possibility to select another channel (1 / 2402.75MHz to 83 / 2484.75MHz).
3.4.14 Factory settings
Protected Set Up
Setup Description AT SW SS CUS
1 Start Sound: BANG BIP BANG BANG
2 False Sound: BANG BEEP WHISTLE BANG
3 Flash Output: N.O. N.O. N.O. N.O.
4 Start1 Output: N.C. N.C. N.O. N.C.
5 Start2 Output: N.C. N.C. N.O. N.C.
6 Ready1 Needed: YES YES YES YES
7 Ready2 Needed: NO NO NO NO
8 Recaller mode: Only Display OFF Only Display Only Display
9 Auto Rdy (Sec): 4 Sec. 4 Sec. 19 Sec. 4 Sec.
10 False Signals: 1 4 1 1
11 Standby: 15 Min. 15 Min. 15 Min. 15 Min.
12 Power Off: 90 Min. 90 Min. 90 Min. 90 Min.
13 RF Channel: 53 [2454.75 MHz] 53 [2454.75 MHz] 53 [2454.75 MHz] 53 [2454.75 MHz]
If setup is modified in AT, SS or SW, sport selection is automatically
changed to CUS and Set Up values are transferred.

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3.4.15 Menu Set Up navigation

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3.5 Diagnostics
The Diagnostics menu allows setting several functions of the StartTime IV.
3.6 Factory Reset
The Factory Reset menu allows the resetting of the factory parameters (see chapter 3.3).
Press on OK to confirm.
Factory Reset is possible only if CUS sport is selected.
3.7 Pair Recaller