TAG Heuer CHRONOPRINTER 545 User manual

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CHRONOPRINTER 545
User Manual
Version 03/2013

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Table of contents
1.Introduction 4
2.The Keyboard 4
3.Rear Connectors 5
4.Quick operation guide 6
4.1.Battery installation & replacement / rechargeable NiMH battery 6
4.2.Switching the CP 545 ON and Synchronise 6
5.Menu description before opening up a new run 8
5.1.Power OFF CP 545 8
5.2.Op/New Run 8
5.3.Manual or External Synchronisation 8
5.4.Clear Memory 8
5.5.Rank a RUN of a single run, 8
5.6.Timing Modes 9
5.7.Jumping Parameters 10
5.7.1.Set Count Down 10
5.7.2.Set Race Time Ph1 10
5.7.3.Set Race Time Ph2 10
5.7.4.Set Time P/Ph1 10
5.7.5.Set Time P/Ph2 10
5.7.6.Set Pause Penalty 10
5.8.Parameters 11
5.8.1.Precision 11
5.8.2.Lock Time (multiple impulse filtering) 11
5.8.3.Numbering (except PTB SEQ) 12
5.8.4.Inputs Status 12
5.8.5.LCD Contrast 12
5.8.6.LCD Backlight 12
5.8.7.Lighting Off Time 12
5.8.8.LCD Delay 12
5.8.9.Beep 13
5.8.10.RS232 (PC) 13
5.8.11.Ethernet 14
5.8.12.Language 14
5.8.13.Battery type 15
5.8.14.Setting print 15
5.9.Speed 15
5.10.Printer 15
5.11.Download 16
6.Menu description once Run is open 17
6.1.Close a Run 17
6.2.Ranking 17
6.3.Rank a Run 17
6.4.Listing 17
6.5.List a run 17
6.6.Still on Course 17
6.7.Duplicate 17
6.8.Insert Time 17
6.9.Speed 17
6.10.Parameters 17
6.11.Printer 17
6.12.Merge a run 17
6.13.Download 17
7.Specificity the timing mode 18
7.1.Addition of runs 18
7.2.BIBO rule 18
8.JUMPING MODE (details) 19
8.1.Input Configuration 19
8.2.(Menu: Jumping Parameters) 19
8.3.Timing Mode: Jumping Speed 19
8.4.Mode: Jumping 2 Phase / Jumping SNG Phase 20

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8.5.Points penalties: 20
8.6.To Pause 21
8.7.Function Recall 21
8.8.Identify a competitor. 21
8.9.Disqualify / Re-qualify a competitor. 21
9.Keyboard shortcuts 22
10.Special characters memorized, printed and sent to the PC 23
11.Special function: RESET CP 545 23
12.Mass Start or Group Start (GRP) 24
12.1.Start with a timing impulse 24
12.2.Start a defined time 24
13.Changing the paper roll 25
14.Autonomy / Batteries 26
15.Information about Timing Modes 27
16.Example of Timekeeping sessions 29
16.1.SEQUENTIAL Mode 29
16.2.NET TIME Mode 30
16.3.PARALLEL SEQUENTIAL Mode 32
16.4.PARALLEL DIFFERENTIAL Mode 34
16.5.TRAINING Mode 35
16.6.Example: Jumping Mode 36
16.7.Example Jumping – Jump-Off 37
17.Download a new version of Software and/or language 39
18.RS232 and Ethernet Protocol 39
19.ETHERNET LINK CONFIGURATION 40
19.1.Configuration of your PC IP address 40
19.2.In SKI PRO, MSPORT PRO etc. 41
19.3.Ethernet connection test : 42
20.Flow Char Main Menu 43
21.Flow chart of Run Menu 45
22.To opa run menu 46
23.Technical specifications 47
24.Accessories 48

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1. Introduction
Building on TAG Heuer Professional Timing’s legacy of evolution and innovation in timing equipment, the brand has
developed a new version of our famous Chronoprinter.
The CP 545 version offers outstanding precision, reliability and simplicity to the user, with new features such as a
USB connection for easier communication with all PCs, a larger internal memory and new integrated timing modes
such as jumping for equestrian events.
In addition, the new CP 545 is now available with rechargeable NiMH batteries with our standard power supply.
2. The Keyboard
ON/OFF Power ON – Hold ON down for 5 seconds to turn power ON
Power OFF – Press Fand follow the instructions on the LCD display.
F Menu – To enter or to exit the menu and sub-menus
▲
▼
UP and DOWN keys to explore the menu and to scroll through the unassigned memorized
times
DOWN key to deactivate the Automatic numbering of the channels
◄┘ ENTER – to confirm menu selection, time, date or competitor number in the RECALL
function.
R RECALL – to access the unassigned memorized times of a channel for identification with a
competitor number. Direct times identification is also possible.
* ERROR – to cancel a wrong number you entered or to confirm an option.
Interruption of the printing.
Numbering of forerunners with *+ N°
0 - 9 Numerical keyboard – to enter a time, the date, a competitor number or a distance.
E1 – E4 To confirm a competitor number for one of the channels.
False START, INTER or FINISH and confirmation of a channel deactivation ▼+ (E1 – E4).
1 – 4
Green
Manual keys for timing impulses or start the time (synchronisation)
1 – 4
Red
Manual keys to unblock and block the External inputs (Input 1 – 4).
Inputs are blocked wh/a black bar is shown on the LCD display ▬
Warning
The manual timing keys (1 to 4) do not guarantee timing precision. Only two simultaneous impulses can
be processed at a time from the manual keys

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3. Rear Connectors
INPUT
1 to 4
Inputs for timing impulses.
Working contacts without potential (short circuit or op/collector)
Ex: Manual contactor (HL18), photocells (HL2-31 / HL2-35), Start Gates (H7-1 / HL7-
3), radio receiver (HL610, HL620 etc.)
Respect the correct polarity!
POWER For an external power supply.
HL545-1 adaptor (110-220Vac / 12 Vdc) or 12Vdc batteries via HL520-17 connection
cable.
USB Bi-directional communication with PC.
Upgrade to the latest firmware for CP 545
Baud rate automatic
Note: The USB port is not suitable for transmitting data to LED display or modem
RS232 Bi-directional communication with a PC (ONLINE or OFF-LINE) with selectable baud
rates (2400 / 4800 / 9600 Bds (default) and 32k or 56k Bds)
Upgrade of the new software for CP 545
Timing data transfer from one CP 545 to another.
With “Display Mode”, this allows standard communication with TAG Heuer or Alge
displays boards
ETHERNET Bidirectional communication with a PC or a Network (LAN) with other CP 545, PC
display board or printer.

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4. Quick operation guide
The exceptional performance of Chronoprinter CP 545 is guaranteed with its simplicity of use, the hallmark of
TAG Heuer timing philosophy
4.1. Battery installation & replacement / rechargeable NiMH battery
To op/the battery cover, use your thumbs to firmly push it in the direction of the arrow.
Insert the batteries, respecting the correct polarity, as indicated at the bottom of the compartment.
WARNING
To guarantee the security of your timekeeping, it is recommended to use your CP 545 with the
internal NiMH battery in a well-charged state, or with the Docking - BATT.
Always remove the batteries if you don’t use your CP 545 for several days.
If you forget to do this, the batteries could leak and seriously damage the device. The warranty
does not cover this problem.
The time of day, the date, the memorized runs and the selected parameters are saved by a small
internal battery.
4.2. Switching the CP 545 ON and Synchronise
1) Press ON for 5 seconds
2) The LCD display will show
LCD Screen
a) 4 black bars indicating that the
external Inputs are blocked (1 to 4).
The time of day is memorized in the
CP 545 (internal or after a
SYNCHRO).
b) Symbol indicates that the power
supply is connected and the charge
of NiMH batteries
c) The date
d) The memory available
e) The Timing Mode used the last time
f) How to enter the menu.
▬▬14:24:59 ▬▬
Date <DMA> 14/11/2007
Memory Available 25000
NET TIME
ENTER THE MENU F
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)

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INNOVATION
The CP 545 provides a visual (on the LCD) and audio alarm if an external input remains in short-
circuit. This feature allows you to observe the status of TAG Heuer’s new “direct-response”
photocells (HL2-31 & HL2-35 – serial number up to 7000) and allows the timekeeper to instantly
determine if a photocell is out of alignment.
This audio alarm is also available with our Data & Impulse Radio transmission HL670 / HL615.
3) The same message is printed with the device N° (ID) and the software version, along with the timing
mode and the main parameters used during your last timing session.
4) If the CP 545 doesn’t print, enter the menu (F), select PRINTER ON and validate ◄┘. You should
check your batteries and replace if necessary
5) Synchronise the CP 545 (refer to chapter 6.3) if needed
6) Select a Timing Mode (refer to chapter 5.6)
7) Check timing parameters (precision, lock time etc) (refer to chapter 5.8)
8) Op/a Run (start the Timing session)
9) Example of how to start a new Timing session:
a) Enter into the menu (F)
b) Clear the memory.
c) Timing mode (you may change this if desired)
d) Parameter (If changes are needed – Precision, Blocking, etc.)
e) Synchronise (manual at Time of the Day to correspond with other systems, or time proposed by
you on the CP 545, or start at 00:00)
f) Op/a new run (begin the timing session)
PLEASE NOTE
If the same Timing Mode is reconfirmed through this menu (Mode Chrono) sequence, the
parameters by default are restored.

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5. Menu description before opening up a new run
These menus are available before a Run is opened. Several menus can be found wholly or partially in the Run
Menu (see chapter 21).
To navigate the menus, press F. To select an option use the ▼and ▲keys and confirm with ◄┘.
At any time it is possible to exit menus by pressing the Fkey the number of times necessary to return to the
main menu.
5.1. Power OFF CP 545
Switch OFF the device
5.2. Op/New Run
Start a new timing session after having closed the previous run.
5.3. Manual or External Synchronisation
Wh/the CP 545 is powered ON, the memorised Time of Day and Date proposed is the one used during
the last timing session.
Use Synchronise Manual for a new Time of Day setting or to synchronize with other systems to a pre-set
Time of Day. (Do not forget to introduce the Date)
It is also possible to synchronize the time from 00:00 (only in SPLIT and SPLIT/LAP mode) wh/a restart
back to zero may be required
Master/Slave
La selection “Master/Slave” wh/we connect together via RS232, two Chronoprinter 545.
5.4. Clear Memory
Use only wh/you start a new timing session and you are sure you do not need to retain previous runs in
the device’s memory!
5.5. Rank a RUN of a single run,
Rank a single run or the addition of two or more runs
(Example: ranking from the addition of 3 runs)
List of runs
►03 + 02 T
►03
►02 + 01
►02
►01
General ranking from the addition of run 03 and 02 T
Ranking of run 03 (added to run 02 T)
General ranking from the addition of runs 02 and 01
(calls it 02 T)
Ranking of run 02 (added to run 01)
Ranking of only run 01
Or with 2 run added (ex 03 + 01). First select one of the 2 runs.

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5.6. Timing Modes
PTB SEQUENTIAL 1 to 4 and 5 to 8
Sequential recording of time-of-Day on 4 or 8 channels (if 2 CP 545 are connected together with
RS232 connection) directly to an external PC.
Uses bi-directional communication with a PC running TAG Heuer or Split Second (USSA / CLUB /
NASTAR) software, where it is possible to print all net times, current ranking and ev/the competitor
name and affiliation directly on the CP 545 printer.
NET TIME
Stand-Alone net timing using Start and Finish times with automatic or manual numbering. Keypad
shortcuts of corrections and RECALL of memorized times for later identification or modification.
Ranking list and total time results, including if several runs occur, are added.
BIBO available in Alpine Ski mode.
NET TIME + 2 Inter
Start, with 2 intermediate times and finish time. Automatic or manual numbering. Also enables
ranking and addition of runs.
PARALLEL SEQUENTIAL
Independent Start and Finish times on parallel race courses with competitor numbers.
Ranking list of single or added runs (same as with NET TIME mode).
New items: with this mode you have the possibility to set a Count Down
PARALLEL DIFFERENTIAL
Time difference at the finish on parallel race courses.
Penalty and list of runs.
START– FINISH
Stand-Alone net timing using Start and Finish times with automatic or manual numbering. Keypad
shortcuts of corrections and RECALL of memorized times for later identification or modification.
This mode is similar to NET TIME mode; the difference is in the results calculation. For details,
please consult point 5.2.1
Ranking list and total time results, including if several runs occur, are added.
BIBO avalable in Alpine Ski mode.
START – INTER – FINISH
Start, with 2 intermediate times and finish time. Automatic or manual numbering. Ranking and
addition of runs.
This mode is similar as NET TIME mode. The difference is in the results calculation.
Please consult the point 5.8.1
TRAINING
Start with two intermediate and finish times (automatic numbering).
Run ranking and listing for each competitor in different runs.
SPLIT 1 to 4 and 5 to 8
Split times, partial times or lap times with competitor numbering. Ranking or listing of a competitor’s
lap times
SPLIT / LAP
Split Times with competitor numbering
JUMPING SPEED
Jumping mode with single phase (Count Down, Start / Finish)
JUMPING 2 PHASES
Jumping Mode with two phase (immediate Jump OFF) – Count Down, Start Phase 1, Stop Ph1 /
Start Ph 2, Finish Phase 2.

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JUMPING SNG PHASE (Single Phase)
Jumping Mode with two phase separate – Count Down, Start Phase 1, Stop Phase 2,
Start Phase 2, Stop Phase 2)
Refer to the chapter 9 for a full description of those 3 Jumping Modes.
5.7. Jumping Parameters
5.7.1. Set Count Down
Set the count down before the start signal (30 or 45 sec).If countdown is not required you set to 0. If
setting to 0 each competitor has to be validated by pressing input 3 prior manually.
5.7.2. Set Race Time Ph1
Set the Time limit for Phase 1 (sec)
If the value is set at “0”, no time penalties will be added.
5.7.3. Set Race Time Ph2
Set the Time limit for Phase 2 (sec)
If the value is set at “0”, no time penalties will be added.
5.7.4. Set Time P/Ph1
Set Penalty in Ph1 wh/time limit is exceeded (0.25 pts / sec)
5.7.5. Set Time P/Ph2
Set Penalty in Ph2 wh/time limit is exceeded, it is possible to set the points penalties / time (example:
“0.25 pts / 1 sec” or “1.00 pts / 4 sec”)
5.7.6. Set Pause Penalty
Set a default Time Penalty if pause is requested (sec)

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5.8. Parameters
5.8.1. Precision
The timing PRECISION (which can be selected at start up, or assigned by default) refers to the
race results
Two calculation modes are available:
«NET TIME» calculation «REAL TIME» calculation
Ex : with a result to 1/100 sec Ex : with a result to 1/1000 sec
Start Time N°121 12:34:56.136 Start Time N°121 12:34:56.136
Finish Time N°121 12:35:59.354 Finish Time N°121 12:35:59.354
Result 1:03.21 Result 1:03.218
The last digit of the calculation is truncated.
The times printed will be 10x superior
Here: print = 1:03.218
The print of time sure as result will be the same at
1:03.218.
Timing Modes
With truncation Without truncation
NET TIMES
NET TIMES + 2 INTER
PARALLEL SEQUENTIAL
TRAINING
PTB SEQUENTIAL
PARALLEL DIFFERENTIAL
START – FINISH
START – FINISH + 2 INTER
SPLIT
SPLIT / LAP
JUMPING (3 modes)
Results by default are 1/100 sec Results by default are 1/1'000 sec
Selectable timing resolution
from 1 sec to the 1/10'000 sec
Selectable timing resolution
from 1 sec to 1/100'000 sec.
ATTENTION!
The RS232 and Ethernet ports always communicate the time of day to the PC with the same timing
resolution as giv/on the CP 545’s printer.
This avoids calculation and results errors, oft/observed if you compare the results giv/by the
timing device to the software running on your PC.
5.8.2. Lock Time (multiple impulse filtering)
Lock-out time of the 4 inputs is selectable from 0.01 to 9.99 seconds.
To enter 1.00 sec, press 1 – 0 – 0 and validate with ◄┘.
The minimum lock-out time of 0.01 sec should not be used with any mechanical triggering device
(bounce may cause several impulses received).
ATTENTION
For your convenience, default lock times are pre-programmed for each timing mode,
and can be modified by you.
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5.8.3. Numbering (except PTB SEQ)
Manual or Automatic competitor numbering assigned to any of the 4 inputs.
Automatic: in ascending UP order or in reference to a previous run ranking order (or BIBO)
Manual: enter the competitor’s N° + (E1 – E4) normally before a timing impulse is received.
5.8.4. Inputs Status
Selection of Inputs and their timing info functions into (transmit / received) for each Input
Three statuses
Transmit
Close
Received
The default status of the input is as follows (after switching off the CP 545)
E1 E2 E3 E4
The inputs are reported as « Transmit »
Example:
CP 545 (A) records Starting Time
CP 545 (B) records Finish Time
Download the Start time from CP 545 (A) into the CP 545 (B) for the net time calculation and from
CP 545 (B) into the CP 545 (A).
Configure the Input as follows
CP 545 (A) – Start CP 545 (B) – Finish
E1 E2 E3 E4 E1 E2 E3 E4
The input’s status should be specifically programmed wh/several CP 545’s need to communicate
together via RS 232 or with GSM Docking station.
Thus, each Chronoprinter will be able to receive recorded information at the Start and Finish point.
5.8.5. LCD Contrast
LCD scre/Backlight adjustment with ▲plus / ▼less, and validate with ◄┘ (30% is the default
setting)
5.8.6. LCD Backlight
Adjusts the brightness of LCD Backlight.
100% is the default setting (with an external power supply connected)
30% is the default setting (wh/running only on internal batteries)
It is recommended to set the value at 0% during daylight conditions to guarantee the best internal
battery life.
5.8.7. Lighting Off Time
Sets the time that the Backlight stays ON betwe/two impulses.
Adjust with ▲plus / ▼less, and validate with ◄┘
A shorter time ensures a better operational autonomy.
This function is not in use wh/the CP 545 is powered.
5.8.8. LCD Delay
LCD duration of the currently displayed information. Adjust with ▲Plus / ▼Less,
th/validate ◄┘ (5 seconds is the default setting)

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5.8.9. Beep
Audio signal activation (ON or OFF).
5.8.10. RS232 (PC)
To PC with selectable serial Port:
Baud rate is selectable: 2'400 / 9'600 / 38’400 / 57'600.
9'600 Bds is the default setting.
To Display
Running Time on the TAG Heuer display (HL960 / HL 970 / HL990 / HL965 / HL980) and
other display as Alge.
Running Time of Day of the CP 545
Blank command to the Display
Running time is the default setting
Display duration of net times is adjustable from 1 to 59 seconds using the ▲Plus / ▼Less
arrows, th/validate with ◄┘ (10 seconds is the default setting).
To HL960 / 990
The CP 545 now also automatically updates any of the scoreboard displays listed above.
With the HL970 it is also possible to store competitor names and numbers within the
HL970 control box.
Wh/connecting the CP 545 to the HL970 you are able to display the following information.
Running time at 1/10 of second.
During the race
B I B 1 2 : 3 4 . 5 6
F I R S T - L A S T N A M E
End of the race
R k : R N K T I M E
F I R S T - L A S T N A M E
For more information, please refer to the Matrix Display HL 970 user’s manual

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To HL 970 / 980
With this setting, you will have the right to display some information directly from the CP
545 to the LED Display (HL 970 or HL 980).
Running time at 1 of second.
►Net Time / Start-Finish / Training / PTB Sequential
Line 1 Running time / Net Time
Line 2 Comp #
Line 3 Speed 1 (if selected)
Line 4 Ranking
►Parallel Diff / Seq
Line 1 / 3 Comp #
Line 2 / 4 Penalty / Result
►Split
Line 1 Comp #
Line 2 Split Time
Line 3 Number of Split
Line 4 Total Split
►Jumping
Line 1 Comp #
Line 2 Running time / Net Time
Line 3 Ranking
Line 4 Points
►Time of Day
►Blank display (Blanking)
By default : Running time.
Display time : from 1 to 59 sec with adjustment ▲Plus / ▼Minus,
th/validate with ◄┘(by default 10 sec)
►Advertising (1 to 16)
It is possible to start an advertising program (memorized into the Power Box of HL970 or into
our MiniDisplay HL975, directly from CP 545
5.8.11. Ethernet
Activation ON or OFF.
Actif port : 7000, 13500, 13501, 13502 et 13503
ATTENTION
It is possible to switch ON the Ethernet Port in same time that Power ON the CP 545 but
pressing simultaneously the gre/button « 4 » wh/switching ON the CP 545.
NOTE:
The Ethernet communication port has continuous power consumption, and therefore is OFF by
default. It must be turned ON each time you power up the Chronoprinter.
5.8.12. Language
The CP 545 is programmed in English, French, German and Italian.

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5.8.13. Battery type
Three selections available.
No-rechargeable: standard battery type Alcalin AA, 1.2V
NiMH active Charge: to enable the charging with NiMH battery (ONLY)
NiMH disable Charge: the charging process is disable. This selection is mandatory wh/the battery
type is not NiMH type
IMPORTANT
The charge should be not made with a temperature lower than 0°C.
It is important to select the correct type of batteries (NiMH) to use the internal charger
circuit.
If type of battery is different than our recommended (NiMH), please disable the charging
process.
No warranty will be available if users do not respect this rule.
TAG Heuer reference for NiMH battery: STHAANiMH.
5.8.14. Setting print
Prints the complete setting of the CP 545, the memory status, Timing Mode, accuracy, input status,
lock time and battery level
5.9. Speed
Selectable Speed unit of measurement is m/s, Km/h, Miles/h and Knots. Four different speed
measurements can be configured betwe/the 4 inputs.
Ex: for Speed 1 betwe/inputs 2 and 3 at a distance of 10 meters:
Start Press 2, and validate ◄┘
Stop Press3, and validate ◄┘
Distance To input the distance betwe/the photocells in millimetres:
Press 10’000 and validate ◄┘.
Use
to correct any input error. Re-enter the input correctly th/validate ◄┘
Wh/finished (for instance, if only one speed trap is to be configured) simply press F.
PLEASE NOTE
Speed measurements are possible in all the timing modes above, with the exception of
PARALLEL DIFFERENTIAL, JUMPING (3 modes)
5.10. Printer
Printer may be ON or OFF.
To guarantee the best printing autonomy, the speed of the printer is electronically controlled based on the
voltage of the batteries.
If the voltage decreases, the printing speed will slow down.
If the batteries fall below a certain voltage threshold, the printer will automatically stop. The running Time
of Day on the LCD will flash.
To restore the printer, connect an external power supply and th/turn the printer ON again from the menu
F.
If an external power supply is connected wh/you turn ON the CP 545, the printer will be automatically ON.

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5.11. Download
►To PC: downloads all of the times memorized in one run or in all runs through the RS232 port.
►To Printer: reprints all times memorized in one run or in all runs.
Be sure your batteries are fresh (if not connected to the external power supply) and that there is
adequate paper, especially if you will be printing many times.
Press to stop the printing at any time.
►Download the time of a run to a PC via USB
►To Chrono RS232: to download the time from a run from a Chronoprinter to another one. It is
important to set correctly the Input.

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6. Menu description once Run is open
The following menus are available only wh/a Run is open
6.1. Close a Run
Before you close a run, be sure to have all possible modifications done.
6.2. Ranking
Ranking of the actual run (if only one or General Ranking of combined runs).
6.3. Rank a Run
Ranking of any memorized run or of the actual run if added with another (►).
Available for Training and Split / Lap modes
6.4. Listing
Listing of a competitor’s number in a chronological order for the actual run (all the memorized times for a
competitor).
Available for Training and Split / Lap modes.
6.5. List a run
Listing of a competitor’s number in a chronological order of any run.
6.6. Still on Course
The competitor still on the course (net yet arrived)
6.7. Duplicate
Allows another or several competitor N°’s to be associated with a particular start, intermediate or finish
time already received. Same function exists for mass starts or group starts.
6.8. Insert Time
Allows you to create a particular start of finish Time of Day for any competitor.
6.9. Speed
Refer to the main menu.
6.10. Parameters
Refer to the main menu.
Wh/a run is opened, you do not have set the synchronisation of the Time and Date.
Depending on which Timing Mode you select, some parameters are not active.
6.11. Printer
ON or OFF. Refer to the main menu.
6.12. Merge a run
Import all times from the selected run into the new run opened.
6.13. Download
To download to PC, to Printer, to USB or to Chrono. Refer to the main menu.
WARNING
Please refer you to the chapter 6.7.4 (Inputs Status) to setup the received CP 545 from
another CP 545.

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7. Specificity the timing mode
7.1. Addition of runs
In NET TIME and START-FINISH mode in the opening of a new run.
Before to close a run, be sure that the results are correct. It is not possible to make further modifications
after a run is closed.
If you want to add a previous run to the new one, select your choice in the menu List of Runs. After that,
the CP 545 will ask you “Activate BIBO?” in the NET TIME START – FINISH Modes.
It is also possible to combine 2 runs already closed.
Select Rank a run, one of the run you want to add.
7.2. BIBO rule
In NET TIME and START-FINISH mode in the opening of a new run.
BIBO is a very familiar feature in Alpine Ski racing.
It refers to the establishment of a reverse running order of a certain number finishers from the results of a
proceeding run. The input of a BIBO value as required. Most FIS and USSA events use “flip 30”. In other
words, the top 30 finishers from the first run will run in reverse order in the second run.
Ex: If you flip the 1st 30 competitors, the start order will refer to the competitor ranked from the 30th
position to the 1st and th/to the 31st and up.
If BIBO is not activated, the starting order will refer to the ranking of the proceeding run.
PLEASE NOTE
If several competitors are ranked with the same time (tie) at the 30th position in the proceeding
run, BIBO will take in account these entire competitors N°’s.
If BIBO is not enabled, the start order of the second run will follow the ranking of the first run

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8. JUMPING MODE (details)
These three modes allow you to time in Stand-Alone a Jumping Race (with or without Jump-Off) directly with our
Chronoprinter 540.
With these modes, you will be able to add and remove Penalties, Stop/Restart, automatically calculate points
penalties, time limit penalties (phase 1 or 2) and also automatically add Pause Penalties wh/they are required.
8.1. Input Configuration
Input 1: Start Jumping Timing
Input 2: Jump-off (only for modes “Jumping 2 Phase or Jumping Sng Phase”)
Input 3: Start Count down, Pause & Restart
Input 4: Finish
8.2. (Menu: Jumping Parameters)
- Set Count Down
Set the count down before the start signal (30 or 45 sec).If countdown is not required you set to 0. If setting
to 0 each competitor has to be validated by pressing input 3 prior manually.
- Set Race Time Ph1
Set the Time limit for Phase 1 (sec)
If the value is set at “0”, no time penalties will be added.
- Set Time P/Ph1
Set Penalty in Ph1 wh/time limit is exceeded (0.25 pts / sec)
- Set Race Time Ph2
Set the Time limit for Phase 2 (sec)
If the value is set at “0”, no time penalties will be added.
- Set Time P/Ph2
Set Penalty in Ph2 wh/time limit is exceeded It is possible to set the points penalties / time (example: “0.25
pts / 1 sec” or “1.00 pts / 4 sec”)
- Set Pause Penalty
Set a default Time Penalty if pause is requested (sec)
8.3. Timing Mode: Jumping Speed
Wh/you have configured the race (Jumping Parameter) and also configured the other important parameters
including Input Numbering (auto/Manual) and lock time (see CP540 user manual), you are ready to op/a new
run.
The normal sequence for this Timing Mode is
- Start Count Down (Input 3) : will start the session for a new competitor
- Start Race (Input 1)
- Finish Race (Input 4).
During a jumping race, the competitor will pass through the photocells several times. All these passings will be
recorded and printed to the CP 540.
To validate a time, you have 5 seconds after receiving the passing time to press Enter (◄┘)
All times recorded are available with the function Recall for post editing.
Each competitor will be defined into the Chronoprinter as a group of times betwe/the Start Count Down (Input
3), ev/if the Count Down value is setting at “0”.(from the first Input 3 – Start Count Down, to the last Input 4 –
Finish)
On the LCD, you will have various information displayed during the race.

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The sequence has to be respected.
- Start Count Down: (Input 3). If the countdown = 0, it will validate the competitor (from Next competitor to
Competitor on Run)
- From this point, each impulse on Input 1 will be displayed on the LCD and printed. You have 5 sec to
validate this time.
oIf the time is not validated, you will be able to see it again on the function Recall (“R”)
oIf you validate the time, it is used for the next calculation.
- From this point, you are allowed to add points, remove points, and validate the next impulse on Input 4.
8.4. Mode: Jumping 2 Phase / Jumping SNG Phase
The sequence for this mode is similar as the Jumping mode
The normal sequence for this Timing Mode is
- Start Count Down (Input 3) : will start the session for a new competitor
- Start Race (Input 1)
- Jump-off (Input 2)
- Finish Race (Input 4).
The sequence has to be respected.
- Start Count Down: (Input 3). If the count down = 0, it will validate the competitor (from Next competitor
to Competitor on Run)
- From this point, each impulse on Input 1 will be displayed on the LCD and printed. You have 5 sec to
validate this time.
oIf the time is not validated, you will be able to see it again on the function Recall (“R”)
oIf you validate the time, it is used for the next calculation.
- From this point, you are allowed to add points, remove points and validate the next impulse on Input 2
(Jump-Off)
- In Timing Mode: Jumping 2 Phase: you have two possibilities:
oThe competitor received points penalties: in this case, the software will not authorize you to go
further, and the ranking will be calculated.
oThe competitor received no points penalties: the software will restart automatically the start to
count up for the Phase 2, until Impulse on Input 4 is validated.
- In Timing Mode: Jumping SNG Phase:
oThe competitor continues the second phase automatically irrespective of any time faults /
penalties accrued in Phase 1.
Do not close the run until you are sure that all data (penalties) are correct.
Once the Run is closed, you cannot make any further corrections.
8.5. Points penalties:
You can introduce points penalties during a competitor’s run, by entering the value of points (eg: 4) and
validating by pressing Enter (◄┘)
Remove points penalties:
To remove points penalties during a competitor’s run, you have to press “ ”and number of points you want
to remove, validating by pressing Enter (◄┘)
---- ---- 10 :45 :26 ---- ----
10 <
Time Ref 85
Point 0
Pause Penalty 0
Time Penalty 0.00
10:46:32.23
10 2.36
Locking Input
Time to validate
Running time
Next competitor
Competitor on run