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1. Single Button Finish This diagram shows an electronic start system and a single button finish without backup buttons Start Finish Setups should be set to Near End Primary Finish Button s Refer to page 42 for more information on software setups 10 Swimming System Hardware Setup Figure 2 G Full System Full System This diagram shows a loudspeaker start system RJP relay judging platforms touchpad finish with 3 backup buttons per lane a printer a computer running meet management software and a scoreboard On this type of system the Start Finish Setups be set to Near End Primary Finish Pad Refer to page 42 for more information on software setups For more detailed system configuration diagrams please visit our website at www coloradotime com System 6 Back Panel The System 6 back panel houses all Input and Output I O connectors This section describes the I O panel connectors from left to right as viewed from the back Refer to Figure 2 H for the locations of the items described below Note Shut Down the System6 and then turn the power off before connecting or disconnecting
2. he Figure 2 B Touchpad 1 Button Backup Finish 4 Connect the primary cable harness or in deck wiring system cable to either input connector for the appropriate end on the I O panel of your System 6 Figure 2 E shows a complete pad finish and one button back up system Button Finish One Button Route the input cable harness along the pool deck as shown in Figure 2 F Plug the finish button into the prime connectors on the primary cable harness If you have an in deck system plug the finish button into the touchpad connector on the deck plate 7 Swimming System Hardware Setup la SC la Se Figure 2 C Button Finish Connections Two Buttons If you are using 2 finish buttons plug the second button into the A connector on the primary cable harness as shown in Figure 2 C If a 2 button finish is used the finish time is the average of the two button times recorded Three Buttons If you are using 3 finish buttons first route the B and C backup button cable harness along the pool deck Then plug the third button into the B connectors on this cable harness The C connector will not be used Unlike previous systems you do not need to select the number of buttons being used The System 6 automatically applies the standard rule regarding button finishes see Start Finish section beginning on page 42 for more details based on the number of inputs received B am
3. 2 Make sure touchpad and button cables are properly and securely connected Refer to Chapter 4 for a complete explanation Refer to Chapter 2 for cabling instructions 3 Clean connectors Refer to page 62 4 Check cabling Refer to page 63 5 Check touchpad s or Refer to page 70 buttons s Early and late relay Ensure that the RJP Refer to Chapter 2 or the departures are not indicated interface cable is connected RJP manual for cabling on chatter splits printout to the RJP and to the Button instructions A connector on the touchpad cable harness or deck plate Button A backup times not Ensure that the backup Refer to Chapter 2 or RJP indicated on display screen buttons are connected to the manual for cabling or printed on race printout stackable banana plug on instructions the cable harness end of the RJP cable No Relay Judging Ensure that the desired Refer to Chapter 4 under Exchange or Summary printout printout options are listed in the print format setup Setups page 43 for complete instructions Trouble Shooting Chart Output System This section addresses output system problems only Try the suggested remedies exactly as given one at a time and in the order listed Record the remedies tried and their results for future reference Problem Remedy Notes Printer does not print 1 Make sure printer is set On Line and is loaded with paper 2 Make sure cab
4. Monday 17 Sep 07 10 23 52am 200 Boys Medley Relay Event 1 Heat 3 Lane Number Lengths Time 4 2 17 42 4 LATE 05 3 2 18 79 3 LATE 05 2 2 20 08 2 LATE 01 1 2 21 59 1 NIE 15 6 2 22 79 5 2 23 97 7 2 25 23 7 LATE 20 8 2 25 99 8 LATE 18 3 4 50 02 3 LATE 07 3 LATE 07 2 4 50 89 2 LATE 11 4 4 51 86 4 LATE 19 1 4 52 57 1 LATE 17 5 4 53 65 5 LATE 13 6 4 54 27 6 LATE 12 7 4 54 92 7 LATE 06 8 4 56 04 8 LATE 15 4 6 1 11 25 4 LATE 08 3 6 1 12 04 3 LAE 17 bi 6 1 13 31 5 LATE 19 6 6 1 14 37 6 LATE 19 5 6 1 15 06 7 LATE 16 1 6 1 16 40 1 EARLY 02 7 6 1 17 68 7 LATE 08 8 6 1 18 26 8 LATE 06 1 8 1 35 94 2 8 1 36 68 4 8 1 37 63 3 8 1 38 14 5 8 1 38 62 6 8 1 39 10 7 8 1 39 53 8 8 1 39 95 gt Sy V1 208 lt 2 gt Colorado Time System 6 lt Figure 4 M Race History Event Sequence Function This setup allows you to program a sequence of swimming events for different types of meets The race gender and distance are attached to the event number so that each time you press Next Event the race gender distance and name are updated After programming select the desired meet type to sequence events automatically Select option 1 None to enter race distance manually at the start of each event Options 2 7 already have a pre programmed event sequence You can use these sequences as 1s or reprogr
5. Figure 4 C Main Softkey Menu Operation Each softkey s function is organized in layers or levels The first level consists of the six softkeys displayed when you first load Swimming software When you press one of these softkeys a second level providing more specific choices is displayed In general pressing a second level softkey executes an action or prompts you for entry of data Appendix F beginning on page 83 details all of the levels of the Swimming software menu with the page on which that option is explained 36 Reference Softkeys If you press a softkey by mistake or want to return to race timing mode when done using a softkey press Quit Pressing Quit exits without saving that entry Print PRINT Summary The Print softkey allows you to print additional printouts from the last stored race organized in a variety of ways Each item is printed in the order in which you press the softkeys Make sure your printer is on line and loaded with paper before beginning Print samples appear later in this chapter Operation After pressing Store Print press the Print softkey to access the print menus The softkeys that make up the first print menu are shown in Figure 4 C You may press any combination of keys available Figure 4 D Print Softkey Menu 37 Reference Softkeys Race Summary Function Prints a copy of results sorted by both lane and by place Splits Summary Function Prints the splits in both cum
6. begins when turn the timer on or when you press the Create New Meet button Pressing the Stored Data softkey displays the results of the last race saved The race distance and stroke race number event and heat numbers race date and time race print status lane place 56 Reference Softkeys pad and backup times calculated backup times and RJP exchange times if RJP s are installed are displayed on the screen Softkey options There are three screens of softkeys in the Stored Data menu On all three screens Print Race and More remain constant as the bottom two softkeys They are described first below followed by all of the other options Print Race Function Allows you to print the results of the race currently displayed This selection always appears as the second to last choice even when More is pressed to cycle through the options available on the top four softkeys Operation Press this key to display the Print softkey menu Press the appropriate softkeys to build a printout format Refer to the discussion of the Print softkey earlier in this chapter on page 37 for more detailed instructions More Function Cycles through the three menus in the stored data screen Each menu has four options The additional softkey functions are explained below Next Race Function Displays the results of the next race number in the current meet When the most recently stored race is displayed pressing the softkey resets the display
7. 1 The accuracy of the timing circuitry can vary with age The System 6 contains a high quality crystal oscillator that is guaranteed to be accurate for five years After five years of service the oscillator could drift out of tolerance To ensure accurate race timing your System 6 should be tested at the factory after five years 2 The battery mounted on the main circuit board that powers the System 6 s continuous memory has a manufacturer specified life span of 10 years To ensure the integrity of stored data the battery should be replaced every 5 to 7 years Replacement of this battery must be performed at the factory 3 The rear panel connectors need to be inspected for corrosion and damage and replaced if necessary 61 Appendix A Maintenance Routine Maintenance Connectors Inspect the cable connectors on the System 6 back panel every time you plug the cable harness es into the connector s Clean as necessary To clean cable connectors put two or three drops of alcohol on a cotton swab this is NOT the standard cotton swab for your ear but a cleaning cotton swab which you can get at almost any electrical supply store such as Radio Shack or a folded soft pipe cleaners used for crafts and insert the swab into the connector Pull the swab straight out Move the swab to the next section of the connector and repeat Do not slide the cotton swab along the inside of the connector Damage to the contacts could result Rinse th
8. 29 Reference Basic Operation Operation When you press this key the Swimming display changes the lane status to waiting for a finish touch The display also updates the number of lengths to indicate the final lap If pressed by mistake you must press the Touch key to return the lane to its prior state or the Split Arm key in that lane see below for more information on the split arm keys Split Arm Function This key allows you to rearm a touchpad for a split touch after an invalid touch has occurred It subtracts 1 from the lengths swum and arms the pad immediately Operation For example in a relay race a swimmer exiting the pool may trigger the pad The pad registers a touch that is invalid To rearm the pad for the proper split touch before the swimmer in the pool touches press Split Arm in the affected lane Start START Function This key is used as the backup start in case the primary system fail Operation Do not press this key before the primary start system has sounded The Start key also allows the timing operator to start swimmers when no other start system is used Store Print STORE PRINT Function Stores the results of the race just completed in memory and prints the results This indicates that the race is over and finalizes the race results The Reset key will do this function automatically for you Operation Press this key at the end of each race to tell the Swimming software that the race is
9. Di Start System gg ENLARGED i l Ce b VIEW o se o we o O a D Figure 2 A Start System Connections 5 Swimming System Hardware Setup 1 To set up a loudspeaker start system place the start system a safe distance from the pool and plug in the microphone Route the loudspeaker cable harness along the edge of the pool and connect the speaker s to the harness as shown in Figure 2 G 2 Connect the cable from the start system to the start connection on the primary cable harness as shown in Figure 2 A or to the start connector on the wall plate or your in deck wiring system 3 If you are using a backup start button plug it into the connector marked Backup Start on the primary cable harness Refer to Figure 2 A Connect the Finish System Touchpad Finish 1 Place your touchpads in the water making sure that they are securely in place on their brackets 2 Route the input cable harness es along the pool deck as shown in Figure 2 E Plug the touchpad connectors into the Prime connectors on the primary cable harness as shown in Figure 2 B If you have an in deck system insert the touchpad plugs into the touchpad connectors on the deck plates 3 If you are using backup button s insert the backup button A plugs into the button A connectors on the primary cable harness or the deckplate of an in deck wiring system as shown 2 B 6 Swimming System Hardware Setup ENLARGED VIEW
10. A A 29 FIA TE 29 A EE 30 A E E A E 30 SLOKA EE 30 Next EE 31 Next EV id 31 Edit ee 31 O 32 ST E 32 A O O T 33 PRESS A EE EE A E RE 33 OO 34 Ma E A O 34 EN as 34 A do 35 Console REYS EE EA 35 EE EE 36 PU e ee 37 Oui ck Opus ee 38 EE Deelen A O a ld o ESE DA 40 Set ps Softk y EE 42 Stored Db Z2 Fc een ae eee td te Tr et Ee eee ee Pe eon ee 56 IVS Sarl ee ee ee 59 Appendix ENEE 61 EE 61 Factory Mann aiii nico 61 POU LIME Maintenance A A dead sony Sanden recat 62 dee UE ee EE 65 Trouble o cy EE Ea EE Ea 65 APPEAR E e E 75 Appendix C History of Swim Timing ic taa T1 Appendix ee EE 79 Appendix E Swimming Software Menu Tree 83 dt o a NO A o A A tdo 87 1 Introduction You have chosen the latest sports timer from Colorado Time Systems the company that pioneered precision and accuracy in swim timing A legacy of excellence is behind your new timer A brief history of swim timing is included in this manual in Appendix D Getting To Know Your System 6 Back Panel After removing the System 6 from its shipping container and carrying case take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with it In particular examine the areas discussed below A variety of output connectors are mounted on the back panel Notice in particular those described below Inputs to the System 6 include e An external DC power supply e Near end cable harness lanes 1 10 second connector for 11 12 e Far end cable harness lanes 1 10 seco
11. automatically 54 Reference Softkeys Figure 4 P Event Type Softkey Menu Software Version 1 208 11 14am Finmware Version 1 32 13 Sep 2007 Figure 4 Q Race Description Window When finished entering the race description press Enter to complete the entry Press the Up or Down softkey to select the next event number to program and repeat the process To delete an event position the cursor on the desired line using the Up or Down softkey and press the Delete Event softkey To insert a new event between events already defined position the cursor on the event number you want to add and press the Insert Event softkey All lines below the selected 55 Reference Softkeys event are pushed down one position The selected event line is blank and ready to be programmed When done programming events press Quit Event Sequence is automatically saved so you do not need to press Save Setups to save the changes just made To run a meet using a programmed event sequence press the number corresponding to the desired meet type To operate the Swimming software without an event sequence press Z which selects no event sequence Time Date The System 6 has an internal clock which it uses to stamp the time and date on races and meets Press J to set the time of day Type the correct time using HHMMSS format in the prompt box using the numeric keypad and press enter Follow the same procedure to set the date using MMDDY Y format Pressing 3
12. charge the swimmer with a FALSE START until the race is over In this case the race is GOOD and only the individual swimmer should be charged with the FALSE START not the heat Edit DQ Function Allows you to edit the results of the past races stored in memory if necessary to correct an error Operation Display the desired race on the screen and press this softkey to access the editing features Press the Edit Time softkey and type the lane number you want to edit Select the correct backup time from the softkey menu or press C E and type a stopwatch time The Swimming software calculates any changes in finish order based on the new time To disqualify a swimmer display the desired race on the screen and press the Edit DO softkey Press the DQ softkey type the appropriate lane number and press enter Repeat the procedure to un DO a disqualified swimmer The NP button allows you to designate a swimmer with a Non Participant To mark a swimmer NP press the NP sofkey type the appropriate lane number and press enter Scoreboard Post Function Allows you to post the results of the currently selected race Operation Press this softkey and select the desired options from the softkey menu to post the results of the currently selected race The softkey allows you to display results by lane or by place If the number of scoreboard lines Option 4 in Scoreboard page 47 is less than the 58 Reference Softkeys number of lanes
13. cotton swabs Follow the instructions below and refer to Figure A 3 for reference 1 Pour a few drops of rubbing alcohol into the cable or deck plate jacks and let it sit for several minutes to dissolve corrosion 2 Insert a cotton swab into the jack and use a plunging motion to clean the jack o etc o o 0 Figure A 3 Clean Cable Connectors as shown 3 Rinse the jack with a damp cloth swab and dry it with a dry swab 4 Apply a small amount of silicone grease to a clean cotton swab and insert into the jack 63 Appendix A Maintenance Note If this process proves unsuccessful you can use Lime A Way in place of rubbing alcohol in severe cases of corrosion Touchpads and Buttons Make sure all connectors fit snugly into the cable harness Connectors with broken prongs do not fit properly Refer to Figure A 4 Check connector prongs for corrosion and clean or replace connectors as necessary Refer to the Touchpad maintenance section in this chapter page 70 and to your touchpad manual for detailed care instructions Proper appearance Broken connector Flattened connector of connector prongs prongs prongs Figure A 4 Inspect Touchpad and Button Connectors Start Systems Make sure all connectors fit snugly into the cable Connector prongs that are broken fit loosely Refer to Figure A 4 Check connector prongs for corrosion and clean or replace connectors as necessary Refer to your Start System user s manu
14. did not sense the keystroke or the beep has been turned OFF in SETUPS Since we are only using 6 of 10 lanes in the pool for this race press on off keys for lanes not being used The active lane indicator disappears in each of the lanes turned off The display screen is updated to reflect the data entered Starting The Race The Swimming software is in the reset state note the RESET in the upper left corner of the timer and is ready to begin timing a race The horn sounds the timer starts simultaneously and the swimmers are in the pool Do not press the start key on the Swimming keyboard unless the timer did not start All 6 touchpads are inactive for a user defined number of seconds after the start this allows backstroke starts without interfering with race timing See Chapter 4 for details of using the Setups menu to set this number As soon as the touchpads are ready to receive a touch the pad status display indicates armed The swimmers have made their turn at the far end of the pool and come in to touch at the near end The swimmer in lane 3 touches first When the Swimming software receives the touch pulse it beeps and displays the number of complete lengths completed in that lane in this case 2 The pad status indicator in lane 3 goes blank for 15 seconds or for the number of seconds defined in Setups to indicate the pad split delay time During this time the pad will not accept a touch The System 6 beeps as each swimmer touches
15. features and the addition of a larger and full color screen external mouse and PC keyboard support for 12 lane pools additional input and output capabilities automatic updating of firmware and software automatic calculation of adjusted backup times USA Swimming NCAA and High School rule enhanced relay judging capabilities enhanced handling of one line scoreboards ability of displaying subtracted and running splits simultaneously on LED matrix boards and the possibility of continued software features 78 Appendix C History of Swim Timing Appendix D Scoreboard Definitions Scoreboard Module configurations LN PL TIME Channel Number EVENT HEAT ml a Ft A nn DEI DO a OD i LI IO DD Aa 01 11 DC ee an al Ya ul 171 a Mi a a DU Cc OCF oo 02 HOME GUEST GUEST ie wl ID ele ID JH HHH Hl os OVI Oo e LI H LI HU DEI Vo O I A JUICIO NIT 04 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 z agaaga agg e H HHH HH 05 OE a Aaa Oo Oo Aa a E Z El LUH DU Li Li LIT IL OO 7 Le CDe DU i OH D D OO Te Tel DI Ie IECH 06 12 2 PO LI D LH HE OO DD Sct 08 13 1 Le pun a a pr OD 30 70 w le O Y PO Ta 09 el Le na A ar OD CH d H Hd Hoos u HHHH L D Foon oc DO OO CUCA a 17 pp of AAA Dn L adn Ia 18 15 BREA LENGTHS RECORD 16 E H s BE aa IT UIT EE os LI Ll UA QUA Channel 11 is a multi purpose channel that displays time and place information for lane 1 channel 01 during the race Followi
16. have defined below in option 6 Operation Press 4 to change the number of lines of scoreboard that you have set to display swimming lane information For example if you have an 8 lane pool but only 4 lines of scoreboard you can press this option until it reads 4 Line Scoreboard and the scoreboard will continuously cycle between showing lanes 1 4 and lanes 5 8 Options 5 6 and 7 Function Options 5 6 and 7 apply ONLY to scoreboards designated as OF Ordinarily a single line scoreboard displays the race results by place at the end of the race and then displays the programmed sequence Feature 5 allows you to set the number of times this information is 47 Reference Softkeys displayed 6 The sequence time for each item Select the time in seconds each item in the sequence is displayed This setup also sets the minimum time that each result is displayed as the swimmers finish 7 Allows you to create a sequence list which defines exactly which information gets displayed on this module This option also allows you to use a multiple line scoreboard to display different information sequentially rotating through on a fixed interval For example the same board could display Time of Day and Team Scores in an alternating manner Please see page 15 for more details Operation Press 5 to enter the number of times a single line scoreboard is to step through the results of the last race type the desired number and press Enter Press 6
17. including the status of each lane The ease of operation built into the System 4000 was further advanced in the System 5 Most keyboard operations required only a single keystroke The System 5 also incorporated output for meet management software and expanded race memory with enough space to store the entire meet s results all important innovations in swim timing Meet efficiency benefitted since a race could 77 Appendix C History of Swim Timing be started as soon as the previous race was completed All race information could be printed in many different formats at the operator s convenience with an economical full sized 81 2 by 11 inch line printer The System 5 Sports Timer incorporated a self diagnostic system to check the timer s internal circuitry and components The diagnostics program also ran circuitry checks on the cable harness touchpads pushbuttons and scoreboard cable when these items are properly connected New programs for other sports were provided on diskette and downloaded from a personal computer to the System 5 s internal memory Once downloaded the new programs remained in the System 5 ready to be used at a single keystroke New programs and program updates were easily incorporated using this innovative system This full range of features built into the System 5 Sports Timer meant that it was the industry leader ever since it came out With the advent of the System 6 users can take advantage of these existing
18. key 200 and you are back in business Reset RESET Function This key clears the Swimming display and prepares it for the start of the next race It performs a Store Print for you if it has not already occurred Operation The reset key is composed of two keys placed side by side Both keys must be pressed simultaneously to reset the Swimming race display Pressing these keys indicates that the race is over The time is cleared for the top of the screen and the timer is ready for the start of the next race As a safety measure if you press reset during a race you will told that the race is still going on and be asked if you really want to reset the timer Whenever you press reset and accept the reset the race is over even if a swimmer has not finished The race is stored showing results only for the lanes that were finished before reset was pressed Numeric Keypad This key allows you to enter numbers in response to prompts asking for a number to be entered The numeric keypad is located on the right of the keyboard insert on the System 6 lower keyboard Enter ENTER After a keyboard entry press enter to accept the entry This key is exactly the same as the enter key on the upper console 34 Reference Keyboard C E C E Press c e to clear all data from a prompt line on the screen Console Keys The console keys are located to the right of the LCD screen The unlabeled keys are referred to as softkeys and a
19. minutes in printouts This controls how wide the data fields for split times are For nearly all meets you can leave this set to Space for Minutes If you are using the System 6 for long distance events change this option to Space for Hours to allow for extra room to accommodate hours Option 9 Press 9 to choose to show or not show event sequence title in header If enabled the title of the event sequence will print at the top of every printout This allows you to print the meet name on each printout without using the Sponsor Message 50 Reference Softkeys Sample Printouts These sample printouts show some of the possible print combinations gt RACE SUMMARY lt 200 Boys Medley Relay Event 1 Heat 3 BY LANE BY PLACE Lane Place Time Backup Place Lane Time 1 1 1 35 94 1 1 1 35 4 2 2 1 36 68 2 2 1 36 68 3 4 1 33 14 3 4 1 37 63 4 3 1 37 63 4 3 1 38 14 5 5 1 38 62 5 5 1 38 62 6 6 1 39 10 6 6 1 39 10 7 7 1 39 53 7 7 1 39 53 8 8 1 39 95 8 8 1 39 95 Lae 1 Lee 2 Lane 3 Lane 4 Lare 5 Backup 1 35 93 1 36 69 TB 1 37 62 1 38 63 Btn A 1 35 78 1 36 57 1 38 01 1 37 47 850 Btn B 1 35 89 1 36 55 1 38 00 1 37 49 1 38 51 Btn C 1 35 83 1 36 56 1 38 00 1 37 50 1 38 51 React Average Pad to Backup Delta time 13 gt Sys6 v1 208 gt Race 0003 lt Monday 17 Sep 07 10 23 52am Backup Figure 4 J Race Results by Lane and Place Lane 8
20. of details that will be printed 4 Press Quit and then press the Save Setups softkey to save the new print setup Press Quit to exit Setups 28 Reference Basic Operation Refer to the Setups section in this chapter for complete information on Swimming setups Lower Keyboard Summary This section describes the action of the keys on the Swimming keyboard insert The keys are described in order as they appear from left to right on the keyboard Refer to the Index at the end of this manual to locate a specific key description quickly References to keyboard keys appear bold italic type in this manual Swimming Figure 4 B Swimming Keyboard Insert Lane On Off Function The lane on off keys are located directly under the lane numbers on the Swimming keyboard These keys toggle output to the scoreboard and display screen from each lane ON or OFF depending on current status Operation If lane 10 is currently off pressing the On Off key for lane 10 will turn the lane on Data are still collected from a lane when it is turned off including running time splits and finish time The data collected are not sent to the scoreboard unless the lane is turned on When a lane is turned off its number and its status are not displayed on the Swimming screen Finish Arm Function Press Finish Arm to arm the touchpad in the selected lane for a finish touch Use this key to arm a lane for a finish touch when the swimmer missed a split touch
21. press the Form Feed key 73 Appendix A Maintenance Appendix B Glossary Introduction This Glossary contains definitions of specialized terms used in this instruction manual Terms are arranged alphabetically Channel The hexadecimal code used in the Swimming software to direct information to a specific scoreboard destination or the hexadecimal code used in the scoreboard which tells a given scoreboard module what information to display The physical address is determined by the switch settings in each scoreboard line Often used interchangeably for both logical address and physical address Channel is a less precise term which must be taken in the context used to determine if it refers to the logical address physical address or both Hardware The physical equipment used to process information as opposed to the software or programs that perform specific tasks The System 6 Sports Timer is a hardware device that can run many different software programs Swimming is a software program Keypad Keys The keys on the membrane keyboard of the System 6 Liquid Crystal Display LCD A solid state low current device used for computer displays when space and power consumption are at a premium In this case the System 6 Sports Timer display screen Logical Address The hexadecimal code used in the Swimming software to direct information to a specific scoreboard destination A logical address can be directed to any physical address except O
22. receives record time information to receive data from channel 06 which carries place and time information for lane 6 Refer to page 46 under Scoreboard in the Setups section for more details Channel Selection This section shows sample scoreboard module displays and the corresponding channel selections to produce them Set the switches inside each scoreboard module to agree with the channel number listed beside it as shown in Figure 2 K No Swimming software configuration changes are necessary 16 Swimming System Hardware Setup Note Channels 03 OF and 16 also display the time of day when you press the Scoreboard Blank softkey on the Scoreboard softkey menu LN PL TIME Channel Number EVENT HEAT et DI a D I DD T I EGO Set 01 11 oc HHH minfa el LI LH HE L LA LI LI IG LI 02 HOME GUEST GUEST Som a TT oo ada JH HHH HH o opd Cp a m arrancan Y A fe ee o4 1 2 3 45 67 8 z LI LI HU ml Ll LIT 3 OG Z El LUH DU LI LI UD UE OO 06 19 a D LH EA o CO OD PJ G 05 OE daa ad AAG LI D LH DEU d H Dog 13 DO D gp ogag d OH DO 09 o D Om oo om Hon tf Dol oA 4 HHH L LI OD OU OO 15 LENGTHS RECORD 16 HR HH Op iH Ci op LA LI LAT LE IL Figure 2 K Scoreboard Displays Channel Numbers Channel 11 is a multi purpose channel that displays time and place information for lane 1 channel 01 during the race Following reset team scores channel 0D are autom
23. setup changes should only be made when the Swimming software is in reset state Press quit to leave Setups Setups Softkey Menu Summary Three softkeys are active from the main Setups display screen Up Down and Save Setups Press the Up or Down softkey to move the arrow pointer to the desired setup option If you want setup changes to be permanent press the Save Setups softkey to save The Restore Defaults softkey will restore all the settings to the system default options Use the numeric keypad to select a specific setup option Start Finish Function Depending on your pool and what type of meet you are running even and odd length races can start from either the near or far end of the pool An odd length race would be a 50M race in a 50M pool An even length race would be a 100M race in a 50M pool We ask where you will start the race so that the timer can figure out by counting lengths where each race will finish This allows the System 6 to only accept finishes from the correct end This feature also allows you to configure finish parameters to match your hardware setup The Swimming system uses either touchpads or buttons for primary finish The times produced by touchpad finish are extremely accurate Alternatively each lane can have up to three finish buttons If three buttons are used the finish time is the median of the three If two buttons are used the finish time is the average of the two Button finish times are less accura
24. situation that arises involves the second swimmer in lane 3 This swimmer is slow getting out of the pool and steps on the touchpad after its split delay time of 15 seconds is up The pad is armed at that point and when the swimmer stands on it a touch pulse is sent to the System 6 The display screen Figure 3 C now shows lane 3 having completed 6 lengths and on the finish lap 21 Tutorial Figure 3 C Invalid Pad Touch in Lane 3 To correct this situation you can press Split Arm for lane 3 which will remove the last touch and switch the pad to the ARMED status immediately Notice that the pad status display in lane 3 has returned to Armed status and the lengths completed is revised to indicate the accurate number in this case 4 Figure 3 D illustrates the corrected situation Figure 3 D Lane 3 Reset to 4 Lengths Completed Using Finish Arm arm Ki All swimmers touch at the end of the third leg of this race and the final leg swimmers are in the pool The timer warns you by showing Finish LAP which lanes are on the last lap of the race After the split delay each lane will display a flashing Finished Armed The swimmers turn at the far end of the pool you notice that lane 7 did not register a pad touch Its length count shows 4 1ts pad display is not Finish Armed Figure 3 E illustrates this situation 22 Tutorial Figure 3 E Lane 7 Pad Touch Missed To prepare the lane for the upcoming finish touch press the Finish
25. the far end touchpads and backup buttons to a Far End connector Snap the wire bails into place on the cable connectors to ensure secure connections The other near and far end ports allow the connection of a second timer as a backup unit For this configuration connect the near and far end inputs on the primary System 6 as described above and then connect the other near and far end ports on the primary timer to the near and far end ports on the secondary timer 13 Swimming System Hardware Setup The connectors to the left of the near end ports and to the right of the far end ports are used for near and far end inputs for pools with more than 10 lanes Connection to Meet Management Computer You will need use a male to female 9 pin DB 9 straight through RS232 cable to connect your System6 to your Meet Management Computer The timer is now ready to talk to your meet management program You will need to refer to your meet management user guide if you have any problems after this Scoreboard Configuration Introduction Colorado Time Systems scoreboards offer great flexibility We offer fixed digit LED or light reflective displays and full matrix LED displays The scoreboards themselves are manufactured to withstand the rigors of the swimming pool environment and give years of trouble free service No routine maintenance is necessary The modular design of both the fixed digit and matrix displays allow your scoreboard to grow with
26. to display the single line scoreboard sequence time prompt box Type the time in seconds that each item is to be displayed on a single line scoreboard and press Enter Press 7 to define a single line scoreboard sequence list Choose the item to be added to the sequence on a single line scoreboard Choices are Record Event heat Team scores Place pick Place order Team scores for several different team combinations Time of day Press the Choices Up or Choices Down softkeys until the desired item is highlighted and press INSERT to add the selection to the list Edit the list by pressing the List Up or List Down softkeys and press DELETE to remove a selection from the list Press quit to exit this window Option 8 Allows you to choose the way race results sent to the scoreboard are sorted either by lane order or by place order Press 8 to toggle between displaying results in lane or place order Lane order displays race results on the scoreboard in ascending lane order That is lane 1 always appears at the top of the scoreboard Place order displays race results on the scoreboard in ascending place order That is 1st place appears at the top of the scoreboard Both Lane and Place order will display the results on the scoreboard as LANE PLACE TIME from left to right across the board Option 9 Function Lets you choose whether splits displayed on the scoreboard are cumulative or subtractive If you choose this option running time
27. to post the results will display appropriately 1 e 8 lanes will display on a 4 line board as 1 4 then 5 8 Next Meet Function Allows you to select the next meet stored in memory When the most recently stored meet is displayed pressing this softkey resets the display to the bottom of the list displaying the oldest race in memory Previous Meet Function Allows you to select the previous meet in the sequence in memory When the oldest meet in memory is displayed pressing this softkey resets the display to the top of the list displaying results from the most recently stored meet Print Meet Function Prints the results of all races in the current meet beginning with the race displayed on the screen to the end of the meet Races with a print status of no are not printed Operation To print an entire meet press the Next Race or Next Event softkey until the first valid race in the meet is displayed on the screen then press the Print Meet softkey Pressing this softkey displays the Print softkey menu All races are printed in the format that you enter from the menu Press the appropriate softkeys to build a printout format Refer to the discussion of the Print softkey earlier in this chapter for more detailed instructions Misc MISC amp Pad Power On Off Function Turns off power to the pads until the next start is received Operation This feature is used to reduce connector corrosion and extend touch pad life by removing the
28. to the page s that show the control codes for pica elite and condensed print modes Highlight the printer functions you want to define with the Choices Up or Choices Down softkeys Using the keypad type the ACSII value and press the INSERT softkey to add that ASCII value to the code string Build the control list exactly as it is shown in your printer s manual Use the Left Right and Delete softkeys to edit the control code sequence Press quit when you are done You do not need to enter any items that you will not be using If you used a printer with the System 5 the printer control codes will be the same for the System 6 The most common printer codes are listed on page 72 Option 5 Press 5 to cycle through pica 6 lanes elite 8 lanes condensed 10 lanes or super condensed 12 lanes type size needed on your race printouts Option 6 Press 6 to toggle between 6 and 8 lines of type per vertical inch 8 lines per inch is the default setting 6 lines per inch will give you up to 64 lines of print on a page while 8 lines per inch will give you up to 84 lines of print on a page Option 7 Press 7 to choose the type of printer you will be using Use this option to select your printer if it is listed Citizen HP IBM Okidata Other If we know your printer s codes we will automatically load them If you select Other you will have to manually enter your printer s codes in option 4 Option 8 Press 8 to choose space for hours or
29. to the bottom of the list displaying the oldest race in the current meet Previous Race Function Displays the results of the previous race number in the current meet When the oldest race in the meet is displayed pressing this softkey resets the display to the top of the list displaying results from the most recently stored race Next Event Function Displays the results of the next event number in the current meet Previous Event Function Displays the results of the previous event number in the current meet 57 Reference Softkeys Print Yes No Function Used in conjunction with the Print Meet softkey Each race in memory is automatically set to print when you press Print Meet but it is sometimes desirable not to print every race in a meet For example if a race was used to test the touchpads and then stored it should not be printed Operation To prevent the results of a given race from being printed display that race on the screen and press the Print Yes No softkey This softkey toggles between print status of the displayed race on and off False Start Function Allows you to label a race in memory a false start False start races are not printed on any printout Operation Display the desired race on the screen and press this softkey to mark it as a false start This softkey toggles false start on and off This should ONLY be used on races that were called back because of a FALSE START Many of governing bodies do not
30. toggles between 12 hour and 24 hour time display format The time and date are stored in permanent memory as soon as you press Enter it is not necessary to press Save Setups to save a new time and date Wireless If you are sending your scoreboard information via a Sky Fi wireless adapter this menu will allow you to change the settings Option 1 will display the channel that the wireless adapter is currently set to on the scoreboard in order for the scoreboard to display wireless data the channels on the transmitting and receiving Sky Fi units must be the same Option 2 will display the firmware version of the wireless adapter on the scoreboard Options 3 and 4 allow you to change the channel settings for the transmitting and receiving Sky Fi units If you change the channel settings through the System 6 it will override any channel settings set with the DIP switches on the Sky Fi units Stored Data DT Summary The Stored Data softkey provides access to race data from current and previous meets Swimming s memory capacity is thousands of splits When you press Store Print after a race that race is added to the top of the list of races in memory If the capacity of memory has been reached the oldest race in memory is automatically deleted to make room for the new race If you do not wish for your data to be deleted you can save it to a disk by pressing the Disk softkey in the sport loader menu For the purposes of Stored Data a meet
31. variable timing functions Operation Timing Precision Press J to toggle between 1 0 0 1 0 01 and 0 001 second timing precision The timing precision option selects the number of decimal places to which times are accurate Almost all ruling bodies for Swimming specify 01 as the timing accuracy for electronic timing Automatic Backup Time Adjustment When turned ON this will do the calculations as specified by USA Swimming to the backup buttons to produce the official backup time page 27 Press 2 to choose whether or not to use automatic backup time adjustment Pad Split Delay Time Options 3 and 4 allow you to set the pad split delay time Use the numeric keypad to type the delay time and press enter Pad split delay time allows you to set the length of time the touchpads are inoperative after a touch allowing relay swimmers to get out of the pool without triggering a pad touch The recommended delay time for both near and far end pads is 15 seconds You might want to increase this for relays in a long course pool Time Warning Messages Press 5 to toggle between displaying and not displaying time warning messages This feature is designed to help the timer operator detect missed or defective touchpads As the race progresses the System 6 continuously compares the running time to the average split time for each lane If based on a factor of the previous splits the current lap seems to be taking too long the System 6 will notify the ope
32. your System 6 Insert the voltmeter test leads into each touchpad and button position on the cable taking care to observe the polarity of each connector The voltmeter should read 5 volts If all cable connectors are okay the touchpad or button is defective Refer to the Finish System section for more information In Deck Wiring Check an in deck wiring system using the same procedure as outlined above for cable harnesses Most in deck wiring system problems are found at the wall plate connectors Inspect the connectors and clean or replace as necessary 71 Appendix A Maintenance Printers Compatible Printers There are two basic types of printers One is a DOS type and takes an ASCII stream of data and prints it The other is a Windows type of printer and needs a program loaded on your computer called a Device Driver in order to print Many printers can do both Not every printer will work with the System 6 This is because most printers do not have device drivers or on board DOS emulators and require your computer to perform all the formatting Any printer that says it needs the Windows environment probably will NOT work Any printer that is compatible with PCL will work This includes most HP laser printers and most Brother laser printers The Okidata ML 320 is an acceptable dot matrix option Once you have a printer that will work with the System 6 you will need to load special codes into the timer in order to print non standar
33. your program and to be easily arranged to accommodate new sports Adding new lines to the display presents no difficulty Once the new lines are mounted simply use the included cables to connect the scoreboards together The examples in this chapter show many common and very useful digit arrangements for the fixed digit displays and the templates for the matrix displays Once you have the physical layout of your scoreboard in place you can set the electronic configuration to display the desired information Each scoreboard line makes up a complete display module to which the Swimming software sends specific information You determine what information is displayed by setting the switches in each scoreboard line to the channel on which those data are transmitted For example the Swimming software sends race information for lane 1 on channel 01 To display that information on the first scoreboard line as shown in the example on page 17 set the switches in your first scoreboard line to channel 01 All other channels work the same way Your scoreboard manual contains detailed information on setting the channel switches Refer to the figures later in this chapter for example displays from each channel You can also redirect data from one channel to another using the Swimming software scoreboard setup feature Information that is ordinarily carried on one channel can be carried on another For example an event record time is received on channel OB at the
34. 1 3992 1 39 79 1 39 79 1 39 78 gt Race 0003 lt Monday 17 Sep 07 10 2 23 52 am 200 Boys Medley Relay Event 1 Heat 3 Lare 1 Lane 2 Lane 3 Lane 4 Lae 5 Lane 6 Lane 7 Lare 8 50 Y 21 59 20 08 18 79 17 42 23 97 22 79 25 23 25 99 100 Y 30 98 30 72 31 23 34 44 29 68 31 48 29 69 30 05 150 Y 23 83 24 26 22 02 19 39 19 66 20 10 22 71 22 22 200 Y 19 54 21 62 26 10 26 38 25 31 24 73 21 90 21 69 50 Y 21 59 20 08 18 79 17 42 23 97 22 79 25 23 25 99 100 Y 52 57 50 80 50 02 51 85 53 65 54 27 54 92 56 04 150 Y 1 16 40 1 15 06 1 12 04 1 11 25 1 33 31 1 14 37 1 17 63 1 18 26 200 Y 1 35 94 1 36 68 1 38 14 1 37 63 1 38 62 1 39 10 1 39 53 1 39 95 Place 1 2 4 3 5 6 Co 8 Finish 1 35 94 1 36 68 1 38 14 1 37 63 1 38 62 1 39 10 1 39 53 1 39 95 gt Sy v1 208 lt gt Colorado Time System 6 lt Figure 4 K Splits Summary Printout gt Relay Exchange Summary lt 200 Boys Medley Relay gt Race 0003 lt Monday 17 Sep 07 10 23 52 am Event 1 Heat 3 Lane 1 Lae 2 Lane 3 Lane 4 Lane 5 Lane 6 Lane 7 Lane 8 5Y 15 DI 05 05 20 18 10 Y 17 ll 07 19 13 12 06 15 150 Y 02 16 17 08 19 19 08 06 Exch EARLY CK OK OK OK OK OK OK gt Sys6 V1 208 lt s s s gt Colorado Time System 6 Figure 4 L Relay Exchange Summary 51 Reference Softkeys gt Race History 2 22222 gt Race 0003 lt
35. Arm key in lane 7 The length counter now displays 6 and the pad status display indicates that the pad is Finish Armed as shown in Figure 3 F The final split time is not accurate but as demonstrated with the pad touch missed earlier in the race the finish time and place pick will be accurate Figure 3 F Updated Lane Display Finishing The Race All swimmers touch their pads successfully at the finish The System 6 beeps as each swimmer finishes and displays the place picks in each lane As soon as the race is over press the Store Print key As its name indicates this key stores the race results in memory A message appears on the lower part of the display screen next to the race number confirming that the results have been stored and printing of results begins immediately If your printer does not respond shortly after of pressing the Store Print key make sure it is turned on in the SETUPS area and that the printer itself is turned on Finally press Reset to prepare for the next race HINT hitting the Reset key will do an automatic Store Print for you There is a safety feature that will not allow a Store Print or a Reset if the timer thinks that there is still a swimmer that has not finished the race After the race if you wish to post the race results on the scoreboard in place order go into the Quick Options menu and select the Post Race by Place option 23 Tutorial Shut down procedure When finished using the System 6
36. DELETE to remove a selection from the list The best way to organize the print format is to end it with a form feed so that after each printout is complete the paper advances to the top of the next page Some printers will hold your printout inside until it receives a form feed command or completely finishes a full page of printing Press Quit to leave this screen Option 2 Press 2 to view or enter the sponsor s message To clear the existing message press C E Create the message by highlighting the desired character with the Up Down or Jump Forward softkey and pressing enter to select it Press Right to move to the next space to the right Repeat the process until the message is complete The Jump Forward softkey jumps down 10 characters to allow you to move more quickly through the list of characters Use the Left Right and Delete softkeys to edit the message Press Quit to exit Option 3 Pressing 3 toggles between ALWAYS PRINT and DO NOT ALWAYS PRINT on Store Print Key ALWAYS PRINT will cause race results to be immediately printed when you press Store Print even if there are timing problems You can of course always print another set of results with the print key Refer to page 27 for more information on timing problems 49 Reference Softkeys Option 4 Press 4 to define printer control codes for your printer Refer to your printer s manual for the specific codes required To enter printer control codes have your printer manual open
37. F which is reserved for single line scoreboards Meet For Swimming a Meet begins when you enter the Swimming Program on the System 6 Sports Timer for the first time after power up and ends when when you exit from the Swimming Program back to the Choose Sport Menu for the last time before power down Meets are stored in this way in Stored Data This effectively creates one meet per power cycle New Meets can also be created using the Create New Meet option in the Misc menu Physical Address The hexadecimal code used in the scoreboard which tells a given scoreboard module what information to display The physical address is determined by DIP switch settings in each scoreboard line Prompt Box Appears on the Swimming display screen when the entry of information is required 75 Appendix B Glossary Race For the Swimming software a race begins when a start is received and continues until the next start is received When Store Print or reset is pressed the race timing is completed but the race just completed is still considered the current race Reset State Reset state indicates that all swimmers have finished and that the current race is over When you press reset the Swimming software remains in reset state until the next start The Swimming software is in reset start when you first load it Scoreboard Module A scoreboard line set up to display specific information with DIP switches mounted in the module This term is
38. L Lane On Off Key 29 Lane Order 48 Lanes in Pool 47 LCD Display 1 2 25 26 62 75 Length of Pool 45 Length Warning 23 Logical Address 46 47 75 M Meet Management Software 14 56 57 Misc Softkey 56 60 Modes of Operation 1 25 28 N Next Event Key 31 Next Heat Key 31 Numeric Keypad 34 C E Clear Entry Key 35 Enter Key 35 P Pad Warning 27 Post Race by Place 39 Power On Off 12 Print Sofkey 37 38 Print Softkey Form Feed 38 Race Summary 38 Relay Summary 38 Splits Summary 38 Printer Control Codes 50 72 Printing Backup Times 44 On Store Print 34 Sample Printouts 51 52 Setup Options 42 51 Split Times 38 Stored Data 56 59 Troubleshooting 72 Type Size 49 50 Q Quick Options Softkey 38 40 Display Lanes 39 Quit Key 35 R Record Time 41 Reducing Corrosion 63 64 Relay Judging 28 29 44 88 Index Sample Printouts 51 Remote Setup 43 Reset Key 20 34 Reset State 76 Reverse Lane Numbering 45 S Scbd Blank 41 Scbd On 41 Scoreboard Configuration Blank Module s 47 Channel 16 17 Define Modules 46 49 Logical Address 75 Module 76 Mulit Line Schd 16 17 One Line Sequence 46 49 Physical Address 75 Self Test 46 Show Module Definitions 16 47 Single Line Scbd 15 46 Single Line Sequence 46 49 Software Setup 42 Scoreboard Module 76 Scoreboard Softkeys 40 41 Clear Lanes 40 Record Time 41 Scbd Blank 41 Scoreboard On 41 Scoreboard On Bla
39. Softkeys Scoreboard This menu controls the parameters that affect modular fixed digit scoreboards CTS LED and light reflective Option 7 Self Test checks all scoreboard digit segments by running a test pattern on the scoreboard You can stop the test pattern display by pressing any key Option 2 Define Module s Function Allows you to send one modules data to a different module Carefully read the Scoreboard section in chapter 2 before attempting to redefine any scoreboard modules In the Swimming software all scoreboard module logical addresses default to the physical addresses For example the physical switch setting for the scoreboard module displaying data for lane 1 is 01 so the logical address is also 01 If you want the lane 1 01 scoreboard module to display line 10 s data set its logical address in this setup to VA On the module definition window as shown in Figure 4 G the physical addresses appear on the left the redefined logical addresses on the right Operation Press 2 to display or change scoreboard module definitions press the Up or Down softkey until the arrow points at the desired physical address as shown in Figure 4 H then press 1 and type the two digit logical address in the prompt box with the numeric keypad and with the softkey menu if a letter is required as in OA Press 2 to display module definitions on the scoreboard Press 2 again to clear definitions on the scoreboard Software Version 1 208 11 12 a
40. Swimming 6 For The System 6 Sports Timer software User Guide Rev 20100817 Wy Colorado lt TIME SYSTEMS Zu WW SN 1551 East Eleventh Street Loveland Colorado 80537 5056 Customer Service Department Phone 970 667 1000 ext 256 Toll Free U S and Canada 800 287 0653 Fax 970 667 1032 Colorado Time Systems Corporate Office 1551 East 11th Street Loveland CO 80537 USA Sales 800 279 0111 or 1 970 667 1000 Service 1 800 287 0653 x256 or 1 970 667 1000 x256 Service Fax 970 667 1032 Web www coloradotime com Email customerservice coloradotime com IBM is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation Epson is a registered trademark of Epson America Inc Lime A Way is a registered trademark of Benckiser Consumer Products Inc Part Number F870 Rev 20100817 2010 Colorado Time Systems All rights reserved Table of Contents A bassuaesiaed noA e a a a o a vob a E aroa Eaa Eai 1 Getting To Know Yo r System Oz E 1 COMES AS AE AS ROS 3 Swimming System Hardware EE 5 General Guideliness mat e A a a a a 5 Connect the Start System vaie ricardo ini ani gt Come Hee ee 6 System Y A E E ec Ati E al Sahel 9 System 6 Back Panel E 11 Scoreboard COME PUT A EE 14 PUG EE EE 19 A A A OS 19 Before PNG RIC a 19 Starting THe Race is 20 Pima SHUM eeben ge eege geg Eege Ee 23 E EE 25 BASIC OP ia EIS 25 BE ee 26 Eet 27 a O LS 27 Timne COMEN A AO RS 27 Relay JU guia T aeo ro iia 28 Lower E 29 Lan OnO O
41. a programmed event sequence the race distance and type are advanced by 1 and displayed on the screen If you are not using a programmed event sequence be sure to set the correct race distance before starting the next race If the Clear Lanes Automatically option is enabled the times and places will clear from the scoreboard for all lanes when this key is pressed Edit Event Heat EDIT EVENT HEAT Function This key allows you to edit the currently displayed event and heat numbers If the event number is changed the heat number will reset to 1 If the event number is left unchanged the heat number will be left unchanged as well If the Clear Lanes Automatically option is enabled the times and places will clear from the scoreboard for all lanes when this key is pressed 31 Reference Keyboard Operation Press this key type the desired event number with the numeric keypad and press Enter Then type the desired heat number and press Enter Edit DQ Function Allows you to edit times disqualify requalify swimmers and designate a swimmer as a Non Participant Operation To edit times press this key and then press the Edit Time softkey Type the lane number you want to edit and press Enter Type the correct time and press Enter Press Quit to close the Edit DQ window The Swimming software calculates any changes in finish order based on the new time To disqualify a swimmer from the most recent stored race pre
42. a pad Using The Touch Key TOUCH As the operator you notice that the second swimmer in lane 4 has started but the Swimming display does not indicate that the first swimmer in that lane touched the pad Notice that there is no length display in lane 4 as in other lanes and that the color of the lane box has turned from white to orange Figure 3 A illustrates this situation as it appears on the display screen 20 Tutorial Figure 3 A Lane 4 Pad Touch Missed As sometimes happens the first swimmer touched the wall beside the pad which is a legal touch under swimming rules but the Swimming software cannot register this as a touch To correct the missed pad touch press the touch key The small window shown in Figure 3 B appears on the display screen prompting you to enter the lane number to which the touch should be added Use the numeric keypad to type 4 and press enter Figure 3 B Using the Touch Key The display screen now shows that 1 length has been completed in lane 4 The split time will be missing but hopefully all following split times and finish time will be correct Notice that it is not possible to finish a race using the touch key Races must be finished from the touchpads or backup buttons There is always a reason for a missed touch An athlete simply missing the pad is not bad but if you continue to have missed touches on the same lane you will want to determine why Using Split Arm SPLIT eu AN The next
43. ackup and if you have a Button finish there is no other timer option for backup These are toggle functions and will switch back and forth between the available choices Press 7 to make the time on the scoreboard blink in the event of a record being broken You must have a record time stored in the system to operate this feature Option 8 toggles between posting and not posting intermediate place status splits from the touchpads on scoreboard Hardware Function Allows you to configure your System 6 internal speaker volume screen backlight intensity whether or not to allow Setup information to be downloaded from a PC and relay judging method and details Far end splits start reaction times and LED Numeric Scoreboard intensity are also controlled from this section Generally the speaker volume should be set to an audible level It is very important that you set the proper relay judging method Electrically the buttons and Relay Judging Platform RJP are very different Operation Press 1 to set the System 6 internal speaker volume In the prompt box type O to turn the speaker off 1 for low 2 for medium or 3 for highest volume and press enter Press 2 to select the System 6 screen backlight intensity In the prompt box type a number between 1 and 9 with 1 being the lowest intensity Press enter to activate your selection Press 3 to enable the Allow Remote Setup option Pressing 3 toggles the setting between Remote Setup allowed
44. al for detail on its proper maintenance Scoreboard Inspect the scoreboard data cable connectors for corrosion and broken or frayed wires Clean or replace as necessary Consult your scoreboard manual for any maintenance needed Printer Inspect the printer cable connectors for corrosion and broken or bent pins Clean or replace as necessary Consult your printer manual for instructions on caring for your printer 64 Appendix A Maintenance Troubleshooting Theory Of Operation The Swimming system is made up of three component systems input output and the System 6 All three systems must be working properly to make a functioning Swimming system The input system includes a start system relay judging input computer and a finish system The start system provides input data to the System 6 which tells the Swimming software to begin timing a race The relay judging input provides relay exchange information The input computer can be used to download meet management information to the System 6 The finish system touchpads backup buttons provides input data to the System 6 which tells the Swimming software to record a given split or finish time The System 6 Sports Timer with Swimming software is the heart of the system It receives and interprets input data and provides output to a variety of output devices The output system receives interpreted data from the System 6 Swimming software and provides these data in visual format The
45. am your own sequences for any of these events Options 8 and 9 are user defined event sequences which can be programmed from scratch to fit your needs 52 Reference Softkeys Software Version 1 208 9 24 am U Firmware Version 1 32 14 Sep 2007 S Save Setups Sequence Name Restore Defaults Ka Figure 4 N Event Sequence Window Operation To program an event sequence press the number corresponding to the desired meet type then press 0 to view or edit the selected sequence The events already defined if any are displayed and you can insert or delete events The Define Event softkey menu shown in Figure 4 O allows you to select the event number to insert Use the Up Down Page Up or Page Down keys to move the arrow to the event number you want to program and press INSERT Event 53 Reference Softkeys Figure 4 O Define Event Softkey Menu Enter the event distance using the event keys on the lower keyboard See page 33 Press the appropriate softkeys for Swimmer type gender age group event type stroke and bracket session to build the race description as shown in Figures 4 P and 4 Q Each softkey category contains a menu from which you can select the desired item as shown in Figure 4 Q To select an item within a category press the Up or Down softkeys until the arrow points at the desired item and press Enter Event sequences that are entered or downloaded onto the System 6 are saved
46. and Remote Setup NOT allowed When allowed this option lets you to edit some setup information on a PC using meet management software and then upload that information to your System 6 through com port 1 This is especially useful for setting up event sequences 43 Reference Softkeys Options 4 and 3 allow you to select relay judging using either Buttons or Platforms at the near and far ends of the pool Both options toggle between buttons and platforms option 4 sets the near end and option 5 sets the far end Option 6 allows you to set the relay judging interval during which the System 6 will consider a relay exchange legitimate This is the window of time between the incoming swimmer s touch and the next swimmer s departure Press 6 then type the relay judging interval with the numeric keypad and press Enter Type a leading zero to get a decimal point A good window is 75 seconds for most meets you might want to go to second for young swimmers Option 7 allows you to turn on Far End Splits if you have touch pads at the far end of the pool This option can also be controlled from the Quick Options menu see page 38 Press 8 to use start reaction times for events starting from the blocks and 9 to use reaction times for backstroke events Option O changes the intensity of numeric LED scoreboards In the prompt box press a number between 1 and 8 the change the scoreboard intensity with 8 being the brightest Timin Function Controls
47. any cables from the I O panel 11 Swimming System Hardware Setup CAUTION COM PORT 1 COM PORT 2 KEYBOARD PRINTER PORT E ch Jo EXTERNAL POWER aen cts aE mn JUDGES VO op oi Eont ETHERNET MONITOR O s Figure 2 H System 6 I O Panel Power ON OFF Switch This is the rocker switch to the side of the I O Panel Do not turn off power to your System 6 while in any of the Sport Programs Important Note Always follow the proper shut down procedure Select Misc on the softkeys then choose Change Sport then choose Shut Down After this your System 6 is ready for the power to be turned off External Power Connect the DIN connector from the approved 15 volt power supply R 920 004 here Use only the recommended power supply Use of any other power supply including a System 5 power supply may cause serious damage to your system Important Note Make sure the power supply is plugged into a working AC outlet to avoid unintentionally discharging the System 6 s internal batteries Judges UO This DIN connector accepts input from the Judging expansion hardware Itis also available for other expansion input output devices for other sports made available by Colorado Time Systems Scoreboard The scoreboard connection is to the side of the I O Panel just below the ON OFF switch Connect the cable from your scoreboard here Push the quarter inch jack into the socket until it snaps f
48. at and Home Guest page 40 Scoreboard page 40 Step Data page 40 Clear Lanes page 40 Scoreboard Blank page 40 Scoreboard On page 41 Team Scores page 41 Record Time page 41 Setups page 42 SCREEN Start Finish page 42 Start Even Length Races at Near Far End page 43 Start Odd Length Races at Near Far End page 43 Do Do NOT Clear Lanes Automatically page 43 Do Do NOT Show Start Reaction Times on Scoreboard page 43 Near End Primary Finish Pad Button s page 43 Far End Primary Finish Pad Button s page 43 Do Do NOT Blink Time for Record Breaker page 43 Do Do NOT Post Intermediate Place on Scoreboard page 43 Hardware page 43 Speaker Volume page 43 Backlight Intensity page 43 Remote Setup allowed not allowed page 43 Relay Judging using Platforms Buttons Near End page 43 Relay Judging using Platforms Buttons Far End page 43 Relay Judging Interval page 43 Far End Splits Used Not Used page 43 Do Do NOT use start reaction times page 43 Do Do NOT use backstroke start reaction times page 43 Scoreboard Intensity page 43 83 Appendix E Swimming Software Menu Tree Timing page 44 Timing Precision page 44 Use Do NOT Use Automatic Backup Time Adjustment page 44 Near End Pad Split Delay page 44 Far End Pad Split Delay page 44 Display Do NOT Display Time Warning Messages page 44 Pad Delay at Start page 44 Scoreboard Lengths Count Up Down page 44 Screen Lengths Count Up Down page 44 Show Time on DQ page 44 Pad to Backup Comparison Interval pa
49. atically displayed on the same scoreboard module Channel 12 is a special purpose channel which is very useful for televised broadcasts It displays the running time lead split time and winning finish time Unlike channel OF this channel does not cycle through all finish times but displays only winning time until it is reset Display Modules When you are done setting the channel switches in your scoreboard check the configuration Press 2 Show definitions on scoreboard in the Scoreboard Setup menu to display the module definitions on the scoreboard as shown in Figure 2 L Refer to page 46 for more information 17 Swimming System Hardware Setup HOME GUEST beet m Ges nr nr LIL Al LENGTHS RECORD A EI ul Si Uu LI Ll n a n 7 Ll l Ll n LI no LI n eg mit Ll l Li i n Leg mit Ll LA LI Figure 2 L Scoreboard Displaying Module Definitions System Test Before the first race of the meet begins test all accessories for proper operation Use the Diagnostics screen to test your touchpads push buttons and start system before the meet begins Refer to Section 4 Start Up Main Screen on page 25 for instructions on running these tests Test the start system to ensure that the Swimming race timer starts as expected Check all touchpads and backup buttons for proper operation 18 Swimming System Hardware Setup 3 Tutorial This chapter provides step by step instructions for timing a race using the Swimming so
50. basic output system consists of a printer to provide a hard copy of race results and a scoreboard to display the results to spectators A more advanced output system also includes a computer running Meet Management software and a video output Trouble Shooting Chart System 6 Swimming Software Find the problem you are experiencing on the left and follow the remedy instructions and notes to the right The first step to troubleshooting is to ensure that your timer has the latest version of software by using the Install key in the sport loader menu see page Error Bookmark not defined Then try the suggested remedies exactly as given one at a time and in the order listed Be sure to record the remedies tried and their results for future reference Problem Remedy Notes No display at all when 1 Check power adapter power is turned on cable and wall outlet A swimming feature does Refer to Chapter 4 for a If 1t still seems wrong call not function as expected complete explanation of the CTS Customer Service feature in question Swimming race timer does 1 Make sure start system Refer to Chapter 2 or your not start cable is properly and start system manual for securely attached instructions 65 Appendix A Maintenance 2 Clean Connectors 3 Check cabling 4 Check start system Refer to page 62 Refer to page 63 Refer to page 64 or start system manual Swimming software does not regis
51. be sure to follow this shut down procedure 1 On the softkey menu choose Misc 2 Choose Change Sport 3 Confirm that you wish to leave Swimming 4 Choose Shut Down to from the Sport Loader menu and press yes 5 Turn off the timer using the power switch on the back 24 Tutorial 4 Reference This chapter describes in detail the operation of the System 6 Sports Timer and Swimming software the function of each key on the Swimming keyboard insert and all softkey functions This chapter is not meant to be read from beginning to end It is designed to be used as a reference for specific features and functions of the Swimming software When used in conjunction with the index at the end of this manual this chapter provides quick access to specific detailed information While it is not necessary to read the entire chapter quickly skimming the first 14 pages will provide you with a good overview of the operation of the Swimming software the function of the keyboard and the meaning of various items appearing on the display screen More information on using the Swimming software appears in Chapter 3 which includes a complete race tutorial Basic Operation This section describes the basic operation of the System 6 Sports Timer and Swimming software The different modes of operation and a basic explanation of the behavior of the timing system are included Upon being turned on the System 6 goes through a bootup process After this is complete y
52. completed The results of the current race are stored in memory and printed according to the print setup 30 Reference Keyboard If you press this key before the timer thinks that all lanes have finished it will ignore you and the Finish Arm indicator will keep flashing in the lane s in question If a swimmer misses the touchpad BUT the backup buttons come in the timer will think that the race is over and we somehow missed the pad hit In this case it will prompt you about using the backup time for the missed pad at the finish If there was no swimmer in an unfinished lane turn that lane off and press Store Print If a timing problem occurs a window appears on the display screen as indicated on page 27 Timing Problems which indicates the problem lane s The lane s in question have parentheses around the backup time Press the Use InX Backup softkey or press edit DO to edit the time in a highlighted lane Enter the lane number and select the correct time from the softkey menu or enter a stopwatch time with the numeric keypad Refer to Setups to select the kinds of timing discrepancies the Swimming software is to check Next Heat Pressing this key advances the Heat counter by 1 If the Clear Lanes Automatically option is enabled the times and places will clear from the scoreboard for all lanes when this key is pressed Next Event Function Press this key and the event number displayed on the screen advances by 1 When using
53. ctory 4 Touch the pad If the pad is working properly the tester reads full scale or an ohmmeter reads less than 100 ohms Be sure the battery in your touchpad meter or ohmmeter is properly charged A weak battery yields inaccurate readings Touchpad Pressure A touchpad is essentially a switch in a waterproof container To prevent the pad from floating most of the air is removed at the factory Three general rules for touchpad inflation apply 1 Touchpads should not be over inflated because they will float away from the edge of the pool A punctured touchpad allows air to enter during storage and must be returned to the factory for service 2 Touchpads should not be under inflated A properly inflated pad has a slight air bubble inside the pad at the water line 3 Pad inflation should need to be adjusted only very rarely Wiring Systems Colorado Time Systems use two types of wiring systems cable harness and in deck wiring Refer to the appropriate section below for your type of wiring system Cable Harness The cable harness is simply a multi conductor cable that runs across the pool deck The most common problems with cables are corroded connectors Cleaning solves most problems Refer to the connector cleaning instructions earlier in this chapter If suspected cable problems persist after cleaning the connectors use a voltmeter to test the cable Plug the suspect cable into the System 6 as described in chapter 2 and turn on
54. d print sizes Most printers will print 10 characters per inch 10CPI across the page as default this is a good size print if you have a 6 lane pool If you wish to print a smaller size 12CPI for an 8 lane pool you will need to set the size on the printer or have print codes that the timer can send to the printer requesting the smaller size print These print codes are loaded in the SETUPS area under the printer section PCL Codes Citizen GSX190 HP PCL Pica 27 51 48 Pica 27 40 115 49 48 72 Elite 27 51 49 Elite 27 40 115 49 50 72 Condensed 27 51 50 Condensed 27 40 115 49 54 72 Super Cond 27 51 55 Super Cond 27 40 115 50 48 12 6 LPI 27 48 50 52 6LPI 27 38 108 54 68 8 LPI 27 48 49 56 8LPI 27 38 108 56 68 IBM Epson Pica 18 Pica 27 80 Elite 27 58 Elite 27 71 Condensed 28 Condensed 27 80 27 15 Super Cond none Super Cond 27 77 27 15 6 LPI 27 50 6 LPI 27 50 8 LPI 27 48 8 LPI 27 48 Okidata Panasonic Pica 30 Pica 27 80 18 Elite 28 Elite 27 80 27 T11 Condensed 29 Condensed 27 80 15 Super Cond 27 35 51 Super Cond none 6 LPI 27 54 6 LPI none 8 LPI 27 56 8 LPI none 72 Appendix A Maintenance Note Once you have pressed Store Print information is sent to the printer immediately When your printer actually prints it depends on the type of printer dot matrix printers will begin printing immediately while laser printers will wait unit the page is full before printing unless you
55. d time Pool Function Controls the setup configuration information for your pool including the length of the pool the unit of measurement yards or meters the number of lanes in the pool the number of lanes used for this meet and mapping of those lanes In most installations the touchpad backup button cables are set up with lane 1 closest to the timer If however lane 1 is at the far end of the cable reverse the lane order with this setup to properly configure the Swimming software Operation Proper timer configuration requires that you enter the pool length on this setup For example a 100 yard race in a 25 yard pool is 4 lengths or 2 pad touches at the near end A 100 meter race in a 50 meter pool is 2 lengths or one touch at the near end to finish Press J to set lane mapping In the lane mapping submenu press J to use normal lane mapping 2 to reverse the lane mapping 3 to shift the lanes up and 4 to shift the lanes down The display on the right side of the screen shows the way the lanes are numbered for the race compared with a the actual physical pool lanes if you have in deck wiring or b the markings of the cable harness Press 2 type the number of lanes in the pool with the numeric keypad and press Enter Press 3 type the number of lanes being used with the numeric keypad and press Enter Press 4 type the pool length with the numeric keypad and press Enter Press 5 to toggle between yards and meters 45 Reference
56. e connectors with a damp cotton swab and then dry with a dry swab using the same motion See Figure A 2 Never use corrosive cleaners such as steel wool or corrosive chemicals such as Lime A Way to clean these connectors Figure A 2 Clean Data Connectors as Shown Note In order to reduce corrosion on the touchpad connectors it is advised that you power off the touchpads when they are not being used LCD Window The LCD window is made of non glare scratch resistant plastic Clean regularly with any good cleaner made for clear plastic and a soft cloth Do not use any cleaning products that contain ammonia Do not under any circumstances wipe the LCD window with a dry cloth 62 Appendix A Maintenance Case The System 6 case is made of high impact plastic Use any neutral detergent to clean the case Do not use alcohol thinner or other solvents These products can change the color or otherwise damage the case Keyboard Inserts The keyboard insert cover and upper overlay should be cleaned with a mild detergent and water solution and wiped dry with a soft cloth as needed Install the keyboard insert carefully Guide it into the keyboard pocket keeping it as straight as possible Cables Cleaning Inspect all cable and in deck connectors for corrosion before use All connectors must be corrosion free 1f your timing system is to operate properly To clean cable or in deck connectors you need rubbing alcohol silicone grease and
57. e index to locate specific information quickly A complete Maintenance section covers the most common problems that are user correctable For any repairs or problems not found in the manual call Colorado Time Systems Customer Service Department at 800 287 0653 ext 256 U S and Canada or 970 667 1000 ext 256 International Contents Chapter 1 Contains introductory information and an overview of the System 6 Sports Timer Swimming software and the scope of the instruction manual Chapter 2 Covers hardware setup of your total system in preparation for a swim meet The instructions relating to equipment other than the System 6 are general in nature and are not intended to serve as a substitute for the manual s accompanying your accessory software and hardware Chapter 3 A step by step race tutorial the purpose of which is to acquaint you with commonly used features and options available in the Swimming software 3 Introduction Chapter 4 The most detailed chapter in this manual Chapter 4 is the Reference section which describes in detail the operation of the Swimming software and the action of each key and option This chapter includes complete information on Setups and the keyboard insert Appendix A Maintenance A logically organized step by step maintenance and troubleshooting reference that describes the symptoms causes and cures for the most frequently encountered user serviceable problems Appendix B Glossa
58. ftware with your System 6 Sports Timer The purpose of this chapter is to provide a basic understanding of the operation of the Swimming software under race conditions Various aspects of the user interface are addressed as are some commonly required operator inputs Although the race described here is hypothetical the circumstances covered are not uncommon in an actual race It is important to note also that many possible occurrences are beyond the scope of this tutorial Use this chapter only as an introduction to swim timing with the Swimming software Some Assumptions This tutorial assumes that all hardware including touchpads start system scoreboard and printer are already installed and properly connected to your System 6 Sports Timer All of these Operations are described in the preceding chapter Our hypothetical race is a 200 meter freestyle relay event number 3 heat 2 The hypothetical pool is a 10 lane 25 meter pool This race however uses only 6 lanes The hardware configuration consists of an electronic horn start system near end touchpads 1 backup button per lane a scoreboard and a printer Before The Race Before starting the race turn on your System 6 and printer Make sure your printer is loaded with paper and is ready to print on a new page The operator controls some functions of the System 6 with keyboard keys and other functions with softkeys The keyboard keys are located on the membrane keyboard that is bui
59. ge 44 Pool page 45 Lane Mapping page 45 Lanes Normal page 45 Reverse Lanes page 45 Shift Lanes Up page 45 Shift Lanes Down page 45 Lanes in Pool page 45 Lanes Used page 45 Pool Length page 45 Race Distance Units page 45 Scoreboard page 46 Self Test page 46 Define Module s page 46 Define Scoreboard Module page 46 Show Definitions on Scoreboard page 46 Blank Module s page 47 Blank Unblank Scoreboard Module page 47 Line Scorebard page 47 Times to Step One Line Scoreboard page 47 One Line Scoreboard Sequence Time page 47 One Line Scoreboard Sequence List page 48 Display Results in Lane Place Order page 48 Scoreboard Splits page 48 Do Do NOT Emulate 10 Lane Scoreboard page 48 Printer page 49 Store Print Format page 49 View Edit Sponsor s Message page 49 Always Print Do NOT Always Print on Store Print Key page 49 User Defined Printer Control Codes page 49 Type Size page 49 Lines Per Inch page 49 Printer page 50 Space for Minutes Hours in Printouts page 50 Do Do NOT Show Event Sequence Title in Header page 50 Event Sequence page 52 84 Appendix E Swimming Software Menu Tree Set Date Time page 56 Set Time of Day page 56 Set Date page 56 12 Hour 24 Hour Clock page 56 Wireless page 56 SOFTKEYS Up Down Save Setups Restore Defaults Stored Data page 56 Next Race page 57 Previous Race page 57 Next Event page 57 Previous Event page 57 Print Race page 57 More Print Yes No page 57 False Start page 58 Edit DQ page 58 Scoreb
60. irmly into place Com Port 1 8 2 Both are 9 pin standard serial communication ports which allows the System 6 to communicate with outside devices COM1 is for a computer running swim meet management software COM2 is used for future use 12 Swimming System Hardware Setup Printer Port This is a standard IBM PC parallel port Attach the cable from your printer to this connector Make sure the cable connector is firmly seated and tighten the screws to make a secure connection If you are using a USB printer install 1t by following the instructions in the Sport Loader manual Monitor This is a standard VGA port If you wish to use an external monitor at the scoring table connect the cable from your monitor to this connector The timer s screen is displayed on this output Mouse This is a standard IBM PC PS 2 mouse connection If you wish to use a mouse connect it here Keyboard This is a standard IBM PC PS 2 keyboard connection If you wish to use external keyboard connect it here USB Port The USB port is used for storage to a USB device or to connect a USB printer Please see the Sport Loader manual for details Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is used for online updates to your System 6 See page Error Bookmark not defined Install for details Near End Input and Far End Input Connect the cable from the near end touchpads start system and backup buttons to a Near End connector Connect the cable from
61. kup times An optional standby battery system provided protection against loss of data in the event of an electrical power failure In the early 1980s Colorado Time Systems introduced the third generation timing system that revolutionized the industry with innovative features the Swimming III timing system New features included race memory to store previous race results thereby speeding meet operation a relay judging system and the use of a membrane keyboard with over lays to replace obsolete button keyboards The Swimming III timer quickly and easily converted to other aquatic sports simply by loading a different program cassette and changing the keyboard overlay The Swimming III timer earned recognition as the performance standard of the industry from 1981 through 1989 In the late 1980s Colorado Time Systems introduced the next generation sports timer The System 4000 included the industry s first full sized printer and meet management computer A full range of sports timing programs were available on programmable cards Installing a new program became as simple as inserting a new card into the slot on the System 4000 rear panel The System 4000 set the pace in the sports timing industry in its time The System 5 Sports Timer continued Colorado Time Systems tradition of using advanced technology to provide beneficial new features A large LCD screen with contrast control enabled the operator to see at a glance the entire race situation
62. le Refer to Chapter 2 67 Appendix A Maintenance connections are secure 3 Clean printer cable connectors 4 Try pressing the Form Feed key Refer to page 63 Refer to page 38 Scoreboard not working at all 1 Make sure scoreboard has power and is turned on 2 Make sure scoreboard is not blanked 3 Make sure scoreboard cable is properly connected 4 Check scoreboard cable connectors for corrosion and clean or replace as necessary Refer to scoreboard manual Refer to the Scoreboard softkey page 40 and scoreboard Setups page 46 sections in Chapter 4 Refer to Chapter 2 Scoreboard not showing expected results 1 Make sure scoreboard cable is properly connected 2 Check scoreboard cable connectors for corrosion and clean or replace as necessary 3 Ensure that scoreboard DIP switches for each module are set to the proper physical address 4 Check logical addresses in the Swimming software Refer to scoreboard manual Refer to Chapter 2 and or scoreboard manual for complete instructions Refer to Setups in Chapter 4 page 42 channel selection on page 16 or call Colorado Time Systems Customer Service Department Event Sequence Download does not work 1 Make sure Allow Remote Setup page 43 is enabled in Setups Hardware Setup 2 Exit Setups you cannot Refer to page 43 in this User Guide 68 Appendix A Mainte
63. lt in to the System 6 The removable insert identifies the function of the keyboard keys when the Swimming software is used The softkeys are the column of six unlabeled keys immediately to the right of the display screen The function of each key changes depending on the option selected the screen displays the function currently available directly to the left of each softkey If no label appears next to a softkey that key is inactive at the time 19 Tutorial To run the Swimming software press the softkey labeled Swimming after vou ve turned the System 6 on If you are changing from another sport press the Misc softkey then Change Sport then Swimming Swimming loads and is ready to operate The timer turns ON set to Event 1 and Heat 1 If you have selected an event sequence the timer will be set for which ever event is 1 if you do not have a defined sequence then the timer will set itself to a 100 event You may select another distance with the events keypad toward the right side of the keyboard and press the distance you wish If you are re entering the Swimming programming after exiting previously the System 6 will be set to the next event number after the last event stored This allows you to exit Swimming to run another program e g Diving and come back later to the point where you last were In its default setting each time you press a key the System 6 beeps If you press a key but do not hear a beep then either the System 6
64. m Firmware Version 1 32 13 Sep 2007 Figure 4 H Scoreboard Module Definition Window Note Scoreboard module numbers and sample displays appear in Chapter 2 and Appendix E 46 Reference Softkeys Option 3 Blank Scoreboard Module Allows you to blank unused scoreboard modules Press 3 to select Blank Module s Press the Up or Down softkey until the arrow points at the desired module and press J to blank as shown in Figure 4 1 Repeat the procedure to un blank a blanked module Software Version 1 208 11 13 am Firmware Version 1 32 13 Sep 2007 Figure 4 I Blank Scoreboard Module Window Option 4 Number of Scoreboard Lines Function Allows you to designate how many lines of scoreboard will be used Normally you would display 6 lanes of data on 6 lines of scoreboard Option 4 allows you to rotate many lanes of data through a limited number of scoreboard modules To set this option for fewer modules than you have lanes just press the 4 on the numeric keypad Keep hitting the 4 key until the screen number matches the actual number of scoreboard lines that you have If you have a 6 lane pool but only 3 lines of scoreboard you should set this option to 3 Line Scoreboard This will cause the board to display data from lanes 1 3 on the board The timer will then automatically switch the display to lanes 4 6 and continually cycle between the two The length of time that the data will be shown will be the number of seconds that you
65. nance download an event sequence if Swimming 6 is in setup mode Refer to page 11 in this 3 Make sure meet User Guide management cable is connected to Com Port 1 on your System 6 back panel 4 Refer to your meet management program manuals Start System Electronic Start Systems An electronic system sounds a start tone for the swimmers over a speaker and starts the Swimming race timer There are four possible problem areas 1 The start system does not start the timer The start tone and the PA both function This problem is usually the result of a faulty cable connection Plug a working pushbutton into the primary cable harness connector labeled start and press the button If the Swimming race timer does not start refer to the Wiring section beginning on page 71 If the timer does start check the cable that goes to the start system The cable plugs should fit tightly into the jacks and should be free of corrosion Clean or replace as necessary and repeat process If the cable and plugs are okay plug the start system cable into the primary cable harness and jumper the connector that normally plugs into the start system with a paper clip If the Swimming race timer starts the start system is defective and should be returned for service 2 No start tone but the PA works This is usually a problem with the microphone Plug a working pushbutton into the button start jack on the start system and press the butt
66. nd connector for 11 12 e Duplicate Near and Far end cable harnesses to attach a second timer for backup e Judges I O port Keyboard amp Mouse Outputs from the System 6 include Scoreboard Com port for computer running meet management software Printer port External monitor 3 disc drive on older models for optional storage of older files Ethernet port for online software updates USB port on newer models for storage to a USB device or to connect a USB printer Please see the Sport Loader manual for details 1 Introduction Liquid Crystal Display LCD Screen Turn on your System 6 and load the Swimming program refer to page 25 Running Swimming for loading instructions The display screen provides you with a wide range of information to help run your swim meets The screen always displays current race information including running time the status of the race event and heat numbers and more The Swimming software keeps you in full control of the race situation at all times Battery An internal lithium on battery provides backup power in case of emergency or power outage To charge the battery plug the System 6 into a grounded power outlet with the unit turned off The charge time of the battery is 3 hours The battery will provide approximately 45 minutes of usage time This can be increased to 1 hour after 4 to 5 cycles of fully charging and fully discharging If you are discharging the battery exit Swimming a
67. nd let the timer run until it dies Softkeys The softkeys located to the right of the display screen let you select from a variety of options You can e Select the kind and format of printed race information e Print a sponsor s message on race printouts Display detailed race information including backup button input and Relay judging information Access special scoreboard control features Customize the Swimming software to meet your individual needs All setup information can be stored in memory for future races Program standard or special event sequences Keyboard Insert The keyboard insert helps you run meets efficiently You can Turn lanes on and off quickly with a single keystroke Quickly recover from missed or inadvertent touchpad hits Store and print race information with a single keystroke Edit times and enter DQ information Change the length of an event quickly and easily 2 Introduction Swimming Figure 1 B Swimming Keyboard Insert Now that you are familiar with your System 6 Sports Timer and Swimming software we encourage you to continue reading this manual at your convenience Scope Of This Manual This manual is intended to address all issues related to the normal operation of the System 6 with the Swimming software It is written with the beginning timer operator in mind but it also contains detailed information on advanced operations which are of interest to the experienced operator Use th
68. ng reset team scores channel 0D are automatically displayed on the same scoreboard module Channel 12 is a special purpose channel which is very useful for televised broadcasts It displays the running time lead split time and winning finish time Unlike channel OF this channel does not cycle through all finish times but displays only winning time until it is reset 79 Appendix D Scoreboard Definitions HOME GUEST L 1 L nr nr LIL Al LENGTHS RECORD Li Or co E LI LI GC L LI LI n a n 7 Ll l Ll n LI no LI n eg mit Ll l Li i n Leg rit Ll LA LI When you are done setting the channel switches in your scoreboard check the configuration Press 2 Show definitions on scoreboard in the Scoreboard Setup menu to display the module definitions on the scoreboard as shown in above Refer to page 46 for more information 80 Appendix D Scoreboard Definitions Swimming Sample Tem g lates for Matrix and Video Boards 64x128 Pixel LED Matrix or Video Board 96x160 Pixel LED Matrix or Video Board 81 Appendix D Scoreboard Definitions 96x192 Pixel LED Matrix or Video Board 82 Appendix D Scoreboard Definitions Appendix E Swimming Software Menu Tree Print page 37 Race Summary page 38 Splits Summary page38 Relay Summary page 38 Form Feed page38 Quick Options page 38 Far End On Off page 39 Display Lanes On Off page 39 Backstroke Start Reaction page 39 Post Race by Place 39 Event He
69. nk 41 Step Data 40 Team Scores 41 Setup Allow Remote Setup 43 Setups Sofkey Start Finish 42 Setups Softkey 42 56 Event Sequence 52 54 Hardware Setup 43 Pool 45 Printer 49 50 Scoreboard 46 49 Start 42 43 Summary 42 Time Date 56 Softkeys 2 35 60 Misc 56 60 Print 37 38 Quick Options 38 40 Scoreboard 40 41 Setups 42 56 Stored Data 56 59 Split Arm Key 21 22 30 Sports Menu 20 25 Start Key 20 30 Start Systems Hardware Setup 6 Software Setup 42 43 Starting Swimming 25 Step Data 40 Store Print Key 23 30 31 49 50 Stored Data Softkey 57 Edit DQ 58 False Start 58 Next Event 57 Next Meet 59 Next Race 57 Previous Event 57 Previous Meet 59 Previous Race 57 Print Yes No 58 Scoreboard Post 58 89 Index System Setup Diagrams 5 11 Finish Systems 6 9 Start Systems 5 6 System Test 18 Team Scores 41 Time Date 56 Timing Corrections 28 Timing Problems 27 Timing Problems Screen 27 28 Touch Key 33 Touchpad Split Delay 44 Touchpads 6 U User Interface 26 LCD Display 2 26 62 75 W Warning Messages Pad 27
70. oard Post page 58 Print Race page 58 More Next Meet page 59 Previous Meet page 59 Print Meet page 59 Print Race page 59 Misc page 59 Pad Power On Off page 59 Shutdown page 59 Change Sport page 59 Colors page 60 Create New Meet page 60 85 Appendix E Swimming Software Menu Tree Index Touch Key 32 B Backup Buttons 8 43 Basic Operation Modes of Operation 25 28 Relay Judging 28 Timing Corrections 27 User Interface 26 Warning Messages 27 Batteries 2 61 Battery Check Key 35 Battery Compartment 2 61 Blank Scbd 40 Button Finish 7 42 C C E Clear Entry Key 35 Cables Cleaning 63 Clear Lanes 40 Console Keys 35 Battery Check 35 Enter 35 Help 35 Quit 35 Customer Service 3 61 D Downloading Sports Programs 59 E Edit Event Heat Key 31 Edit DQ Key 32 Enter Key 34 Event Sequence 25 30 31 52 59 Events Key 33 False Start 58 87 Index Finish Arm Key 22 23 29 Finish Systems Backup Buttons 6 42 Button Finish 7 43 Touchpads 6 43 H Hardware Setup Diagrams 5 11 Finish Systems 6 11 Start Systems 5 6 42 Help Key 35 I O Panel 1 11 14 Internal Speaker Volume 43 K Keyboard 2 3 29 35 Touch 32 C E Clear Entry 35 Edit Event Heat 31 Edit DQ 32 Enter 34 Events 33 Finish Arm 22 23 Finish Arms 29 Lane On Off 29 Next Event 31 Next Heat 31 Reset 34 Split Arm 21 22 30 Start 20 30 Store Print 23 30 31 Touch 33
71. of team scores manually Select the team whose score you wish to enter Type the appropriate score for that team and either press Enter or change to another team Do the same for each team The team scores are immediately displayed on the scoreboard Press Quit instead of Enter only if you do not want to display new team scores Record Time Function Allows entry of the record time for the current event Figure 4 G Record Time Prompt Operation Press this softkey type in the record time for the current event using the numeric keypad as shown in Figure 4 G and press enter The time entered is displayed on the Record Time scoreboard module 0B The record time entered on this screen will also be saved with the event sequence so that when you come back to the event the record time will be the one previously entered Press quit to exit without displaying a new record time 41 Reference Softkeys Setups SETUPS Summary The Setups softkey provides access to features that allow you to customize the Swimming software With the exception of Time Date and Event Sequence setup changes are made permanent only if you press the Save Setups softkey after making changes Otherwise setup changes apply to the current session only and are lost when you exit the Swimming program Notice the race information displayed in condensed form at the bottom of the display screen Pressing Setups does not interfere with race timing but as a general rule
72. often used interchangeably with physical address Signage The labels placed on the scoreboard that indicate what type of information a given digit or series of digits displays Softkeys Keys whose function changes with what is displayed on the screen On the System 6 the six keys located to the right of the screen Software A computer program designed to perform specific tasks Swimming is an example of software Also known as program or software program Toggle Like a light switch a software toggle turns a given function on if it is presently off or off if it is presently on 76 Appendix B Glossary Appendix C History of Swim Timing Congratulations on the purchase of your new System 6 Sports Timer You have chosen the latest sports timer from Colorado Time Systems the company that pioneered precision and accuracy in swim timing A legacy of excellence is behind your new timer In the early 1970s Colorado Time Systems offered the first practical display timing and scoreboard system to the American marketplace It featured easy to read final time displays plus the first split time display available on a swim timer Our Printing Timer system which incorporated a built in paper strip printer appeared a few years later The Printing Timer provided an affordable instantly printed split and final times at the end of each heat It also included three buttons per lane backup timing with automatic comparison of touchpad and bac
73. ol deck steps on the lip of a touchpad triggering an invalid touch Operation To remove a pad touch from a selected lane press this key type the lane number using the numeric keypad and press Enter The display screen is immediately updates to reflect the removed touch HINT This function can also be done with the Split Arm key for each lane Events EVENTS MORE 000 Function These keys allow you to enter the race distance Operation Use the numbered keys in this category to set the race distance either in yards or meters as you have defined in Setups Press the key corresponding to the distance desired The race distance displayed changes to match the new distance and the race status display is updated Press More Events to display more event lengths on the softkey menu then press the softkey next to the desired race distance Press the Other Events softkey to set a distance other than those specified 33 Reference Keyboard on the key pad or the softkeys under More Events You will be asked to type in the distance using the numeric keypad and then press Enter At any time prior to printing any or all lanes can be re armed This is very useful 1f you forget to change the race distance from a 50 to a 200 as a new event begins The timer would think that the first split was the end of the race and would show a finish As long as you have not hit Store Print the clock is still running and you can merely hit the race distance
74. on If the start tone sounds the microphone is defective and it should be returned for service If no start tone sounds the control board inside the start system is defective and it must be returned for service 3 No start tone or PA but the Swimming race timer starts properly This is usually a bad speaker or speaker cable harness Plug the speaker directly into the speaker output to eliminate the cable If you do not use a speaker cable use an ohm meter to check the 69 Appendix A Maintenance speaker If it does not match the speakers specification printed on the speaker label the speaker is defective 4 No start tone PA or start timer This usually indicates a low battery blown fuse or a bad control board The battery can be checked with a volt meter the fuse can be checked with an ohmmeter If the battery and fuse are Okay return the start system to the factory for repair RJP Judging Platforms Your RJP platforms are very durable and are designed to last with a minimal amount of routine maintenance It is recommended that you regularly clean the cable connectors with rubbing alcohol and a cotton swab as described earlier in this appendix For Troubleshooting information refer to your RJP Installation and Operation manual P N F507 To obtain a replacement manual download the most recent version from our website www coloradotime com Finish System There are two types of finish systems touchpads and pushbuttons Bo
75. ou are presented with a menu of options called the Sport Loader menu From here you can start a sports program shut down the timer install new software or firmware configure a USB printer on USB enabled units save files change the desktop image and perform diagnostics on the timer See the separate Sport Loader manual for details Running Swimming To run the system as a Swimming Timer press the Swimming softkey The Swimming program will load and is then ready to use 25 Reference Basic Operation User Interface Summary The System 6 Sports Timer Swimming software user interface consists of a full size color Liquid Crystal Display LCD and a membrane keyboards with removable insert Operation The Swimming program uses the LCD screen to communicate a wide range of information to you The status of the current race is displayed at all times Other important information displayed includes the running time the race number whether the timer has been reset event and heat numbers race distance and type lane status and softkey functions available Softkeys Running Ti Software Version 1 208 8 17 am Finmware Version 1 32 17 Sep 2007 Lane Status Figure 4 A Main Menu Screen with Features Labeled 26 Reference Basic Operation Warning Messages Summary Three important warning messages can appear on the display screen indicating a potential timing problem Operation Near Pad Far Pad This message shows in
76. p C Backup Buttons with Touch pads 1 If using a cable harness route the B and C backup button cable harness along the pool deck Connect the B and C backup button to the correspondingly labeled connections on the cable harness or deck plates as shown in figures 2 D and 2 G 2 Connect the B and C backup cable harness or in deck cable into either input connector for the appropriate end on the I O panel of your System 6 8 Swimming System Hardware Setup Ls l ZEN Figure 2 D Backup Buttons B amp C System Layout Diagrams The following three figures show sample layouts of standard swim timing systems Use them as general references when putting together your swimming system Touchpad Finish 1 Button Backup This diagram shows an electronic start system and pad finish with 1 button backup On this type of system the start finish software setup should be set to Near End Primary Finish Pads Refer to page 42 Start Finish Setups for more information on software setups 9 Swimming System Hardware Setup Ila Le Le la a an NY NL O 00 DO Gool Gool Ooo 000 o Oooo mooo DO ooo 000 000 Ek OD ll La je dd all H b ial A PRIME Figure 2 F Single Button Finish
77. provides the same function as option 9 in the Hardware softkey menu Post Race by Place Pressing this button will repost the previous race in place order allowing you to run a race in lane order and then immediately repost it on the scoreboard in place order 39 Reference Softkeys EVT HT and HM GST Function Allows the user to toggle between displaying current event heat and home guest scores on a single line of scoreboard of a 6 digit LED scoreboard that is assigned as either OC or 0D Operation Pressing this button assigns the OC and OD designation to either event heat or home guest and serves to toggle between the two displays on a line of scoreboard assigned to 0C or 0D Scoreboard a e Summary This softkey provides access to special scoreboard control and display features for single and multi line fixed digit scoreboards Operation Press this softkey to display the Scoreboard softkey menu Step Data Sequences again through the results of the last race This key is active only if you are using a single line scoreboard It displays the data when all lanes are finished and Reset has NOT been pressed Clear Lanes Function Clears all place and time data on each lane module The next start returns the scoreboard to normal display status Operation Press this softkey to clear all of the time and place data from all active lanes on multi line scoreboards The lane number display is not cleared Pressing Scoreboard On o
78. r the next start returns the scoreboard to normal display status You might do this just before the Championship Final in a large meet for aesthetic appeal Scoreboard Blank Function Pressed once this softkey blanks the scoreboard and displays the time of day Pressed again and this key blanks the entire scoreboard 40 Reference Softkeys Operation Press this softkey to blank the scoreboard and display the time of day on channels 03 OF and 16 Press again for a TOTAL BLANK of all lines of the scoreboard Press the Scoreboard On softkey to return the scoreboard to normal display status Scoreboard On Press this softkey to return the scoreboard to normal display status after pressing the Clear Lanes or Scoreboard Blank softkeys Scoreboard On Blank If you have selected option 4 in the Scoreboard Setups menu to use half as many scoreboard lines as you have active pool lanes the Scoreboard On softkey changes to Scoreboard On Blank combining the features of these two softkeys The second softkey on the Scoreboard softkey menu now allows you to display race results for the alternate set of lanes Team Scores Function Allows the user to enter and display scores for up to 4 teams on various scoreboard modules See page 16 or Appendix E beginning on page 79 for options Operation Press the softkey labeled with the appropriate team and enter the current score Teams available are Home Guest 1 Guest 2 and Guest 3 You must keep track
79. rator that there may be a missed touchpad 44 Reference Softkeys in a given lane This feature does not affect the timing of the race 1t simply serves as a notification to assist the operator Pad Delay at Start Press 6 to set pad delay at start press C E type the seconds of delay time and press enter The pad delay at start time allows you to set the time all pads are inoperative after the start of a race This is done so that backstroke swimmers do not trigger their pad at the start of a race This number also controls how long start reaction time will stay on the scoreboard at the beginning of each race Start reaction is a feature that requires Relay Judging Platforms Length Count Display Press 7 to toggle whether the lengths count up or down on the scoreboard press 8 to choose the same for the screen Show on DQ Press 9 to toggle between displaying a series of dashes or the time in the event of a disqualification This option affects the scoreboard display only The final time will always be shown on the display screen on the System 6 Pad to Backup Comparison Interval This option allows you to set the acceptable amount of time between the swimmer touching the touchpad and the referee pressing the backup button If the time falls outside the acceptable window the backup time will be marked with an asterisk and a warning message will be displayed The standard time is 0 31 seconds Press 0 to enter your preferre
80. re described in the next subsection The labeled ones are described below Enter nll After typing information on the keyboard or numeric keypad press enter to accept the data This key functions exactly the same as the enter key on the numeric keypad Quit QUIT Press this key to exit a prompt after information has been entered This key also allows you to cancel an operation that requires an entry without changing the current settings No information is entered if you press quit before pressing enter Battery Check This key DOES NOT function at this time Help HELP Function Your Swimming software includes context sensitive help information which is available at any time Operation Press this key to display useful information on the screen The help text covers the currently active operation Use help as a reminder for using a Swimming feature and not as a replacement for this manual 35 Reference Keyboard Softkeys Summary This section describes the operation of the Swimming softkeys The softkeys are the column of six unlabeled keys immediately to the right of the display screen The function of each key changes depending on the option selected The screen displays the function currently available directly to the left of each softkey If no label appears next to the softkey that key is inactive In this manual softkey names appear in Bold Italic type See Figure 4 C for an example of the main softkey menu
81. ry This appendix contains a glossary of terms relating to the Swimming software and the System 6 Appendix C History of Swim Timing A historical perspective of swim timing Appendix D Scoreboard Definitions This appendix provides information regarding the defining of scoreboard modules Appendix E Menu Tree This appendix provides an easy to read guide which shows the progression of options displayed on the softkeys Index A complete index provides quick access to specific information The index is cross referenced and organized to make finding any information in this manual fast and easy 4 Introduction 2 Swimming System Hardware Setup The first part of this chapter describes in general terms the assembly of the various hardware components that make up the swimming system The second part explains scoreboard module configuration in detail General Guidelines The following instructions provide a general step by step checklist for setting up your swimming system The large number of possible accessory combinations makes it impossible to provide detailed installation instructions here These instructions assume that your scoreboard touchpad mounting brackets and other permanent equipment are installed as specified in the appropriate instruction manuals Connect the Start System START 7 uan ston Championship gt dd
82. scoreboard That information can be redirected to any channel such as channel 09 which is the scoreboard module used to display race information for lane 9 Your options are not limited Any scoreboard information can be sent to any scoreboard module This feature allows you to customize your scoreboard 14 Swimming System Hardware Setup display for special events or requirements Refer to Scoreboard Setups on page 46 for complete instructions Single Line Scoreboard TEAM SCORES HOME GUEST TIME d Z la Ki N eS L G3 Fi N TIMER IS START RESET NX LANE PLACE amp FINISH TIME KR SCROLLING RUNNING TIME 3 HOME GUEST 3 HOME GUEST LANE PLACE TIME 3 LANE PLACE TIME k S LEAD SWIMMER N LEAD SPLIT Fa Ma N d HOME GUEST F yy LANE_PLACE TIME LL N El H h rA pS emk D Figure 2 I Single line Scoreboard Display Sequence All race information can be displayed on a single line scoreboard The Swimming software sequences race information as shown in Figure 2 I You can set the exact sequence used before the meet begins Refer to the Scoreboard section on page 46 for more information on single line scoreboard sequencing HOME GUEST LN PL E DD DD OH AHAA AR Figure 2 J Single line Scoreboard Digits Signage To use a single line scoreboard display properly the channel switch inside
83. small amount of voltage from the touch pads We recommend that you turn the Pad Power OFF during warmups when there are lots of hits on the pads Power is automatically turned back on whenever the timer starts Change Sport Function Returns the System 6 to its main menu allowing you to change to other sport programs that you have purchased and downloaded From the main menu you can also run diagnostics install new programs or updates or shut down the system 59 Reference Softkeys Note To properly turn off the System 6 be sure to return to the main menu and press Shut Down Then turn off the System 6 using the power switch on the back Please see the description of the main menu on pages Error Bookmark not defined and 26 for more details Figure 4 R Misc Softkey Menu Colors Function Allows you to set the colors for your System 6 screen Operation Press the appropriate softkey to set the background color and softkey color Pressing Default sets the background to Green and the softkeys to Aqua Please note that the text will always be black so 1t is wise to choose a somewhat lighter color for the background and softkeys Create New Meet allows you to save the current meet and start a new one When a new meet is created all of the results are cleared from the screen and the event heat and race numbers are all reset to 1 60 Reference Softkeys Appendix A Maintenance This appendix contains information to help
84. ss Edit DO and then press the DQ softkey Type the lane number to DO using the numeric keypad and press enter to disqualify the swimmer in that lane Repeat the procedure to un DQ a disqualified swimmer To declare a specific lane as Non Participant press the NP softkey Type the lane number to mark using the numeric keypad and press Enter Repeat the procedure to un NP a lane This feature is only required by a few governing bodies and is not required or recommended for most meets If you do now know whether or not you need this you probably do not Touch TOUCH Function This key allows you to add a pad touch when the swimmer in a given lane missed a touch The System 6 will indicate if a swimmer may have missed a touch by changing the color of the corresponding lane box on the screen from white to orange The timer determines if a swimmer may have missed a touch by comparing the time for the current lap to the split time for the previous lap Operation 32 Reference Keyboard To add a pad touch to a selected lane press this key type the lane number using the numeric keypad and press Enter The display is immediately updated to indicate the added touch Note A race cannot be finished from the keyboard Therefore this key is invalid on the finish lap Touch Function This key allows you to subtract a pad touch from the total in a given lane Used when an invalid pad touch is recorded For example when a swimmer on the po
85. start button to start the timer In the case of a manual start human reaction time is factored in If an automatic start is used there is no human reaction time to compensate for A start is considered automatic if the start system sends an electronic pulse to the System 6 at the start of the race A loudspeaker start system e g a CTS Infinity ChampStart or SS 2 is an example of an automatic start system 27 Reference Basic Operation All button times are correct by subtracting 0 15 seconds from the recorded time Currently some ruling bodies particularly USA Swimming state that all backup times must be further adjusted The adjustment process requires that for each lane the differences between the pad and each button be calculated and all of this information averaged for each heat This average must then be factored into the backup times If the option found in the Setups menu Timing subsection Use Automatic Backup Time Adjustment is set this differential will be calculated and applied automatically at the end of each race Confirm the correct setting for your meet by checking with the current rules for the appropriate ruling body For a complete discussion of swim timing and the statistical data and methods used to arrive at the standard correction factor refer to Timing Accuracies for Swimming O 1975 J Killpatrick Minneapolis MN and Timing and Judging Accuracies for Swimming O 1976 J Killpatrick Minneapolis MN Opera
86. te because of human reaction time Refer to the discussion of Timing Corrections earlier in this chapter page 27 for more information on human reaction time If touchpads are the primary finish system up to three buttons per lane can be used to provide backup finish times Options 42 Reference Softkeys Start End Press 1 to select where to start races with an even number of lengths Press 2 to select where to start races with an odd number of lengths In each case the options are near end or far end and pressing the number associated with each toggles between the options Clear Lanes Automatically Press 3 to choose between clearing and not clearing all of the time and place information for the lanes automatically when the event or heat is changed after a race This allows the scoreboard to be clear for the start of the next race This is a feature used most often for championship level meets Option 4 toggles between showing and not showing start reaction times on the scoreboard In order for this option to work you must have a relay judging platform installed You must also have option 8 activated in the Hardware Setup menu page 44 This time will only be displayed for the amount equal to the pad delay settings in the timing menu page 44 Option 5 allows you to select the primary finish method for the near end of the pool Option 6 allows you set the far end If you have a Pad finish the timer will always look for buttons as a b
87. ter pad or finish button backup button 1 The timer must be ready for a pad hit Ensure that the pad armed indicator is displayed in the appropriate lane s 2 Confirm that lane mapping is set properly for the lane s 3 Make sure touchpad and button cables are properly and securely connected 4 Clean connectors 5 Check cabling 6 Check touchpad s or button s Refer to Chapter 4 for complete instructions Refer to Chapter 4 Setups Menu Pool setups page 45 Refer to Chapter 2 Refer to page 62 Refer to page 63 Refer to page 70 Trouble Shooting Chart Input System This section addresses input system problems only Try the suggested remedies exactly as given one at a time and in the order listed Be sure to record the remedies tried and their results for future reference Problem Remedy Notes Start system does not start race time 1 Make sure start system cable is properly attached 2 Clean connectors 3 Check cabling 4 Check start system Refer to Chapter 2 or start system manual for instructions Refer to page 62 Refer to page 63 Refer to page 69 or start system manual 66 Appendix A Maintenance Finish system pad or finish button backup button hits are not registered on the Swimming display screen 1 Swimming software must be ready for a pad hit Ensure that the pad arm indicator is displayed in the appropriate lane s
88. th are simply momentary switches Touchpads are large switches that are mounted on the pool wall while pushbuttons are used by judges standing next to the pool Both types use a cable to connect to the Swimming race timer When either a touchpad or pushbutton switch closes a split or finish time is recorded by the Swimming race timer If a split or finish time is not recorded the finish system has failed There are three potential problems areas in a finish system the touchpad or button the in deck cable or wiring harness and finally the System 6 itself Start by checking the pad or button and then the cable Finally check the System 6 Touchpads and Buttons These items can be checked easily with the touchpad button tester Model TPM D or ohm meter Follow these steps 1 Inspect the plugs for damage and corrosion Clean or replace as necessary 2 Plug the pad or button into the tester or attach one ohmmeter test lead to each connector pin on the pad or button cable 3 Without touching the pad the tester reads 0 to 20 or infinite resistance on an ohmmeter if the pad is good Defective pads read 40 to 50 or show measurable resistance on an ohmmeter Touchpads that read between 20 and 40 on the touchpad tester or show measurable resistance on 70 Appendix A Maintenance an ohmmeter should not be trusted We recommend that they be sent in for evaluation and possible replacement Defective buttons can generally be repaired at the fa
89. the lane display whenever the touchpad in that lane is hit If this is showing and no one is standing on the touchpad this may indicate a problem with a touchpad Finished Armed When this message flashes in the lane display it indicates that the timer thinks you are on the final lap of the race in that lane This message continues to flash until a pad touch is received Going to Internal Battery If the timer loses its external power it will display at the bottom of the screen the message The System 6 is operating on BATTERY Timing Problems If timing problems are encountered during a race such as touchpad and backup button times that do not compare properly the screen shows the possibly questionable times in parentheses when you press Store Print Carefully check the result s displayed in the indicated lane s To use the backup time for a problem lane press the softkey labeled Use_InX Backup where X is the specific lane number Press the Edit DQ softkey to edit the time s in question Refer to the description of the Edit DO key later in this chapter on page 58 for complete instructions When you are satisfied that the results are accurate press the OK to Print softkey to store the results and continue the meet Timing Corrections Summary The Swimming software is designed to correct timing inaccuracies introduced when automatic and manual timing methods are combined A start is considered manual when a person presses the
90. the scoreboard module must be set to channel OF Recommended arrangement of the scoreboard digits and placement of signage is shown in Figure 2 J The data that is displayed on this module can be defined in SCOREBOARD SETUPS One Line Scoreboard Sequence List The number of times this data is displayed and the duration of the display can also be set here 15 Swimming System Hardware Setup Module OF is a special purpose multi use module that has applications for customers who only have a single line of scoreboard or who have multiple lines For scoreboards with only one line this module allows the display of different information depending on the status of the race For example while the race is running the scoreboard will display the running time Then when the lead swimmer completes a lap length his or her split time will be displayed Finally as the swimmers all finish the race their final times will be displayed in the order in which they finished Additional information can be shown sequentially when the timer is in reset In this way a single line scoreboard can effectively give the athletes coaches and spectators all the information necessary to run a successful meet For scoreboards with multiple lines showing data for one lane per line this special module can be used to display different information sequentially rotating through on a fixed interval For example the same board could display Time of Day and Team Scores in an alterna
91. ting manner Multi Line Scoreboard You can display the race information for each lane such as lane place and time both during and after the race To display race results and other information on a multi line scoreboard your scoreboard must be properly configured Scoreboard configuration is a two part process First the scoreboard must be installed and the digits and signage arranged to meet your needs Refer to the figures in this section for examples of proper scoreboard arrangement and refer to your scoreboard manual for instructions on moving digits and installing signage Once the scoreboard is installed the channel switches in each scoreboard module must be set to agree with the channel setting in the Swimming software For example channel 01 in the Swimming software sends information to the scoreboard module set to channel 01 channel 02 in software sends information to the scoreboard module set to channel 02 and so on The Swimming software uses each channel to transmit specific race information For example channel 01 sends the place and time information for Lane 1 channel OC sends the event and heat information for the current race To function properly the switches in each scoreboard module must be set to receive the proper information The Swimming software provides the option to redefine a scoreboard module by sending information from one channel to another For example you could redefine scoreboard module OB which ordinarily
92. tion Refer to Start Finish under Setups in this chapter beginning on page 42 for complete information on configuring the Swimming software for your start system Relay Judging Relay judging is a built in Swimming feature Relay judging is accomplished by humans pressing a button A button or by having an automatically Relay Judging Platform RJP for each lane You need to tell the timer which type of relay judging you are using in the Setups menu Hardware subsection select Relay Judging using Platforms Buttons near end If you are using the far end you should also set that To use Swimming s automatic relay judging feature you must first install and connect an RJP for each lane You do this by plugging the RJP into the A button of each lane in the cable harness or deck plate You should then plug your A button on top of the RJP connector Refer to your RJP Installation Guide for complete installation instructions Refer to Figure 2 G in chapter 2 for a full system diagram After the relay judging platforms are installed and cabled take the following steps to configure the timer so that the relay exchange information is printed 1 Press the Setups softkey Press the Up or Down softkey until the selected setup is Printer 2 Press 1 on the numeric keypad to select Store Print Format 3 Press the Choices Down softkey until the selected item is Relay Summary Press the Insert softkey to add Relay Summary to the List
93. ulative and subtractive form Relay Summary Function Prints a summary of the relay exchanges Form Feed Function Advances the paper to the top of the next page Provides page breaks between pages of race information Operation Press this softkey at the point in the print sequence where you want to end a page Any information printed after a form feed begins at the top of the next page Quick Options Summary The Quick Options softkey provides easy access to options for the display screen touchpads and scoreboard Operation Press this softkey to display race information on screen including the last split or finish time for each active lane This softkey also allows you to turn far end touchpads on off and change the scoreboard display from event heat to home guest 38 Reference Softkeys Figure 4 F Quick Options Softkey Menu Far End If using far end touchpads to record split times use this softkey to turn the touch pads on and off Display Lanes Function Displays current race information on screen This includes lane numbers places split and final times backup times backup button status and relay judging times Operation Press this softkey to toggle the display of current race information on screen Backstroke Reaction This option will only be available if option 8 in the Hardware softkey menu located in Setups is selected Allows you to use or not use start reaction times for backstroke events This
94. will display on the board showing total time splits will show as subtracted and FINAL TIME wall show as the true final time 48 Reference Softkeys Operation Press 9 to choose whether to display cumulative splits or subtractive splits on the scoreboard If you choose SUBTRACTED ruming time will display on the board showing total time splits will show as subtracted and FINAL TIME will show as the true final time Option 0 Press 0 to choose whether to emulate a ten lane scoreboard If you choose to emulate a ten lane scoreboard the lanes and places for numbers greater than or equal to 10 will be displayed numerically 1 e 10 0 11 1 12 2 I If you choose to not emulate a ten lane scoreboard they will be displayed as letters 1 e 10 A 11 b 12 Printer This setup allows you to customize the sequence of information printed when you press Store Print It also allows you to configure the Swimming software to use your printer The Swimming system can use any printer that has a standard parallel interface can take an ASCII stream of data and print a minimum of 80 characters per line You can also use many USB printers see the Sport Loader manual for details Option 1 Press J to define the print sequence for the Store Print key Highlight the desired print item with the Choices Up and Choices Down softkeys and press INSERT to add that item to the list Edit the list by pressing the List Up or List Down softkeys and press
95. you identify and quickly correct problems in your Swimming system without calling customer service or returning equipment to the factory unnecessarily To use this appendix effectively read the first six pages and perform any routine maintenance as necessary If a problem persists identify the system that is not functioning properly for example start system finish system scoreboard printer etc Then refer to the Troubleshooting section find the problem you are experiencing and perform the suggested remedy and or refer to the page reference for further instructions Try the suggested remedies exactly as given one at a time and in the order listed Be sure to record the remedies tried and their results for future reference Customer Service If the problem you are experiencing is not described in this chapter or a problem defies solution please call the Colorado Time Systems Customer Service Department toll free in the US and Canada at x256 800 287 0653 or at 1 970 667 1000 from all other countries Caution The System 6 uses low current CMOS components that make battery operation possible Low current CMOS is extremely susceptible to static electricity Therefore do not remove the System 6 cover Refer all internal servicing to the factory Improper servicing could seriously damage all of the sensitive components Factory Maintenance Return the System 6 to the factory every 5 to 7 years for the following calibration and testing

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