Omega Starttime III
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1. 7 SWISS TIMING User s Manual START TIME III 3399 504 02 Version 1 1 Edition August 2009 CAUTION a Never use any other charger than the supplied or a type approved by Swiss Timing This could destroy the battery cause damage to unit and possible cause personal injury due to fire or and electrical shock a Lead Acid batteries may be damaged if discharged and left unused over a period of time To avoid this keep the charger connected at all time during storage This will assure that the battery is always fully charged and the unit is ready for use a Protect the equipment against splashing rain and excessive sun rays a Never use the device if it is damaged or insecure a Verify the selection of the power distribution a Do not open the case there is nothing that needs servicing inside it Nevertheless if the case must be opened you must call for some qualified personnel The power supply cable must be disconnected before opening the case a The information contained within this document may be modified without warning a Swiss Timing LTD cannot be held responsible for errors within this document nor for any subsequent nor consequential damages including loss of profit arising from its provision nor performance or use of products described herein which will be covered by another guarantee contract or other legal document a During the transport of all Swiss Timing equipment delivered with a reusable carry2. S I IO 220 aa a aaa aa Aa m TT 2 1 1 Stand Alone Operation ARES 2 1 2 Stand Alone Operation PowerTime 2 1 8 Independent Operalion 2 1 4 VOO JOVO ee 2 2 Cabling the installation pp 2 2 1 External loudspeakers connection 0 222 EXCNSIONCADIOS esae MEE EORUM MUNERE 2 3 Troubleshooting pp 3 GETTING STARTIED EN mina uns FIPS USO Uu uuu 3 1 7 289 7 Main Menu 0 0000 3 2 3 3 Set iiu menu 3 3 1 i Sound 3 3 2 t 333 3 3 4 ARES needed 039 3 3 5 Il False Allowed 039 aa 3 3 6 Il False Signals 02 3 3 7 3 3 8 4 1 Power supply pp 4 2 001110661015 DInning sese 5 MECHANICAL PROPERTIES eese 5 1 Dimensions and weigh s 6 OPTHON S S eaaa u O Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Swiss Timing Ltd is strictly forbidden La reproducti
3. 2 Cabling the installation 2 2 1 External loudspeakers connection The minimum recommended load per amplifier is 3 2 Ohms and the maximum load per amplifier is 16 Ohms It is possible to use a load of 2 Ohms but will result in increased distortion and loss of output power Any combination that gives a total load of between 3 2 and 16 Ohms is acceptable Note the phase sign or Red dot of the speakers or loss of sound quality will occur Note never connect the two speaker outputs together in any way or connect them to ground This may cause severe damage to the amplifiers Examples of loudspeaker connection 5 Speakers of 16 Ohms each 6 Speakers of 16 8 Ohms Total load of 3 2 Ohms Total load of 10 6 5 3 Ohms 8 Speakers of 16 8 Ohms each 8 Speakers of 4 8 Ohms each Total Load of 8 4 Ohms Total Load of 8 16 Ohms 3399 504 02 Version 1 1 Page 5 7 SWISS TIMING 2 2 2 Extension cables The microphone cable may be extended to 30 Meters If extended further noise and hum may distort the signal No damage to the unit will happen although The loudspeaker cables can be extended up to 30 meters with 0 75 cable or 50 meters with 1 or 1 5mm cable If extended further loss of sound quality may occur but no damage will be caused Beware of polarity of speakers or loss of sound quality will result See also chapter 6 3 Loudspeakers harness cables 2 3 Troubleshooting There are three Car type fuses a
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5. following software version but the general function is the same 3399 504 02 Version 1 1 Page 3 7 SWISS TIMING 2 1 8 Independent Operation It is possible to use the StartTime Ill without the microphone unit In this case it is only possible to carry out starts and false starts with the START button of the StartTime lll Turn the unit ON by pressing the 3 button O 2 Press the Y key O for the start The start signal can only be given once the READY led 6 is on or if is selected to E 3 If a false start is to be announced press the key O again within 10 seconds and several signals will be heard Depending on EES IEF and ELAS selection After 10 seconds the system will be ready for a new start 2 1 4 Volume level With microphone SELECT Maintain the SPEAK button pressed and turn the O knob button 9 to the desired level SELECT Maintain the START button 2 pressed and turn the O knob button O to the desired level Without microphone From the race display SELECT Press B key O SPEAK Volume is displayed and turn the knob button O to the desired level l SELECT Press key O START Signal is displayed and turn the O knob button to the desired level 2 1 5 Battery level a Battery is full charged 8 Battery is half charged s Battery is empty connect the charger as soon as possible Battery is empty connect the charger urgently BLINK Page 4 Version 1 1 3399 504 02 StartTime III 2
6. EE 3399 504 02 Version 1 1 Page 9 mangun E E L J u B H FE jizablse 3399 504 02 7 SWISS TIMING TERE 107 EEF SETUP pm Flash Output E BETE pom tee eet g E dd B Seo Sh Tur SSS HRES Needed zzz False Allowed YES ETUP 6 559631 8 stands TE FHP Power off an Version 1 1 3 3 9 Menu Set Up navigation Page 10 StartTime Ill 3 4 Diagnostics The Diagnostics menu allows setting several functions of the Start Time Ill MENU 2 7 Diasnosticz tt Prosa DE gts Sh Shaftencoder volume wheel position Bat Battery voltage SP Speak button on microphone ST Start button on microphone AR Ares Ready input signal 3 5 Factory Reset The Factory Reset menu allows the resetting of the factory parameters see chapter 3 3 Press on OK to confirm MENU 2 25 Factors Reset tkk Prosas DE xe 3 6 Exit Setup This menu allows exiting the menus 1 8772823 22 Exit Setur ttt Press DE 3399 504 02 Version 1 1 Page 11 7 SWISS TIMING 4 ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES 4 1 Power supply Use only charger supplied or a type approved by 47 smss m ne This could destroy the battery cause damage to unit and possible cause personal injury due to fire or and electrical sho
7. case the said case should be used at all times This is imperative to limit the damage such as shocks or vibration that can be caused to the units during transport The same cases should also be used when returning equipment to Swiss Timing for repair Swiss Timing reserves the right to refuse all guarantees if this condition is not fulfilled This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed with household waste It has to be returned to a local authorized collection system By following this procedure you will contribute to the protection of the environment and human health The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources valid in the EU member states and in any countries with ENS corresponding legislation 7 SWISS TIMING TABLE OF CONTENTS SETUP E Bl Power off Ell aana 3 3 9 Menu Set Up navigalion SP DIAGNOSTICS ger iara navio MTM So FACON ARESO asaba u uuu a aaa ar aa Ban Daane ani a a Sarana 3 6 OQ UPYLIitSetup aaa s aassassssassaa 4 ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES INTRODUCTION mt 1 JT SONG O DEP ee eee ee UR P MEM VOM ANIC O e 1 3 Microphone sss 2 INSTALLA TION are u KANG Aan 2
8. ck 4 2 Connectors pinning Connector type Pin description 1 Line in Ground 12 Volts Max 40 mAh MICROPHONE DIN 45326 8pFT 12 Volts wax 40 mAh Start switch 6 Ready signal to Green LED Ready signal to Green LED 8 Notused J JJ Ready signal from ARES Tuchel 40MT Ready signal from ARES Power feed for Flash 12V _ Start Out Flash FLASH Tuchel 4pFT 770 7 Power feed for Flash 0 Speaker Plus of Amplifier 1 2 Speaker Minus of Amplifier 1 Tuchel 4pFT Speaker Plus of Amplifier 2 4 Speaker Minus of Amplifier 2 Battery CHARGER Tuchel Battery Page 12 Version 1 1 3399 504 02 StartTime III o MECHANICAL PROPERTIES 5 1 Dimensions and weights Main unit dimensions 376 x 215 x 195mm w o Connectors Microphone dimensions 118 x 25 x 80 mm 7 meter cable Alarm low battery Yes 4 levels indicated as battery symbol Empty Low Medium Full Protection class IP41 Power Built in 12 Volt 7 Ah Sealed lead acid battery Standby time 24 Hours 1000 starts After this the unit should still be operable for 1 hour The self discharge time is approximately 12 months if not in use An external 12V Lead Acid battery car battery connected to the charger input could be used if extended operation time is needed Charger Max initial current 1 0 Ah only for use in dry environme
9. eared and ready for start the green led 2 would be lit as well 4 Press the SPEAK button Adjust the volume button on the StartTime Ill unit to an appropriate level 5 Check if READY signal green led Q is on 6 Press the START button Q 7 One signal should sound from the loudspeakers and the ARES should be activated If a false start is to be announced press the START button 2 again within 10 seconds and several signals will be heard Depending on and zi iu S selection The level of the start false start signal can be adjusted on the main unit Notes The unit cannot be started if is selected to HEE and the ARES OSM6 is not cleared In this case the system will always announce a false start The false start signal is only functional if SETUP 5 is selected to 8 2 1 2 Stand Alone Operation PowerTime 1 Set to KE First use only 2 Connect the microphone to connector O 3 Connect the cable from PowerTime to connector O 4 D Turn the unit ON by pressing the key Press the SPEAK button Adjust the volume button on the StartTime III unit to an appropriate level 6 When the contenders are ready start the heat by pressing the START Q button If a false start is to be announced press the START button 2 again within 10 seconds and several signals will be heard Depending on and JAMMER selection After 10 seconds the system will be ready for a new start The actual procedure may vary
10. les one to give the start signal and also amplifies verbal commands the SPEAK button connects disconnects the internal microphone The volume of verbal commands can be controlled on the main device Two luminous indicators show the status of the system POWER led indicates if device is switched on READY led indicates that it is controlled from the timing device The system when connected to timing devices such as the ARES 21 gives a high level of security with the READY indicator That is to say it may be deactivated from the Control Room if the Timing Technician is not ready to accept a start signal 3399 504 02 Version 1 1 Page 1 Function keys Display Turn knob Power key amp led Microphone ARES External Flash Speakers Serial not used Charger SPEAK button POWER led START Button READY led 3399 504 02 0060606066006606 7 SWISS TIMING 1 2 Front panel StartTime III MICROPHONE ARES FLASH SPEAKER 7 e C es Fig 1 00000600 SERIAL CHARGER OUT w swisstiming 1 3 Microphone O Start Time LI Microphone Fig 2 Page 2 Version 1 1 StartTime 2 INSTALLATION 2 1 Operation 2 1 1 Stand Alone Operation ARES 1 Connect the microphone to connector O 2 Connect the cable from ARES to connector O 3 Turn the unit ON by pressing the e key The power lamp will light up and the red led in the microphone should now be lit If the ARES is cl
11. nd one fuse 5x20 mm in the unit F1 1 AT slow Logic and microphone Car type F2 5 AT slow Amplifier Flash power out Car type F3 2 AT slow Charger input Car type F4 6 3 Ah slow Located on battery cable 5x20mm E ARE d prem E aiunt d Hp Eme a ot jac Ts MEM XE C hm mmm Boi rr zzi J x m m AW UM Mu s T E 4 2 Hint aen E F1 EE Ls 0 B rii oi H E 1 eo re aio cong z DUET dep 7 Lm q i ER D a a 1 F2 2A d F3 Wi EC hie 2 r Li E Page 6 Version 1 1 3399 504 02 StartTime Ill 3 GETTING STARTED 3 1 Firstuse Read chapter 3 and select desired configuration Connect the charger in connector O and charge StartTime Ill battery 3 2 Main Menu You can access the Setup Diagnostics and Factory Reset menus by pressing 1 1 Setur Chapter 3 3 E Eka P Press DIE ia ss MENU 2 Diagnostics Lo Preece OK kik Chapter 34 Chapter 3 5 Chapter 3 6 3399 504 02 Version 1 1 Page 7 SWISS TIMING 3 3 Set Up menu oet Up menu allows the user to define particular settings adapted to its own use To navigate in the menu use following buttons B button to enter and exit of the set up menu B and s buttons to move from one to another set up SELECT Turn knob to select value in the set up menu zs NEST are
12. nt Speakers Load 3 2 16 Ohms Output speakers 013 2 Volts 3 2 Ohms 1 kHz Typical 2 13 Watt with 1 Distortion Maximum 2 19 Watts with 10 96 Distortion Storage temperature 20 C to 65 C Working temperature 10 C to 65 C Relative humidity 20 80 without condensation 6 OPTIONS 6 1 Auxiliary flash Optical signalling device for the start Connected directly to the StartTime III it can be positioned to one s liking near the deaf athlete 6 2 External loudspeaker 2850 712 For mobile installations To be positioned near each starting block so that all swimmers hear the start simultaneously 6 3 Loudspeakers harness cables Harness cables 1 5 mm are used to link the StartTime III to the loudspeakers 3399 9xx where xx 02 10 loudspeakers 3399 504 02 Version 1 1 Page 13 3399 504 02 Version 1 1 Page 14 0L666E 606 66 ji e N 7666 or Sj S on ld 8 Jur 5 906 6666 6 8 m Jr 66 66 ha 2 e N 20 6 47 SWISS TIMING StartTime III 0 3399 620 a eom EI A Fi I bt x k oma 05 mm 4pFC 4pMC m gt 40 105 mm O Amo 1 O 3399621 4 Pp v ApFC N 0 m mua 7 oe p Th 4 Coma j cC EE b 5 S 1m im 4pMC K Im 1m 1m 1m m L 1
13. on de ce document sous quelque forme que ce soit et sans l autorisation crite de Swiss Timing Ltd est strictement interdite Die Vervielfaltigung oder Wiedergabe in jeglicher Weise ist ohne schriftliche Genehmigung von Swiss Timing Ltd strengstens untersagt SWISS TIMING LTD P O Box 138 rue de l Envers 1 Phone 441 32 488 36 11 e O 2606 Corg mont Switzerland Fax 41 32 488 36 09 A COMPANY OF THE SWATCH GROUP www swisstiming com info swisstiming com Auxiliary flash External loudspeaker 2850 712 Loudspeakers harness cables Version 1 1 3399 504 02 6 1 6 2 6 3 Page 4 StartTime III 1 INTRODUCTION 1 1 Concept The StartTime Ill is the latest edition of the 47 swss 7 acoustic start systems You will find the StartTime Ill compact and reliable as both the flash and the loudspeaker are integrated in the same case It is important to position the StartTime III so that deaf athletes see the flash An additional external flash can also be connected to the StartTime III where it is most necessary The SPEAKER output enables one to connect a chain of loudspeakers therefore giving the start signal as close as possible to each athlete The sound of the start signal must be brought as close as possible to the athlete in order to eliminate delay due to the comparatively slow propagation of sound The microphone unit enab
14. shown in brackets 3 3 1 Sound Allows selecting the sound type of Start False Start signal nay 11 3 3 2 Eu P Flash Output EEE Select the output contact of the FLASH connector to Normally Open or Normally Closed ERES 3 3 3 83150 0971 Start Output ENM Select the output contact of the ARES connector to Normally Open or Normally Closed 1 3 3 4 ARES needed If you want to authorize the Start from the ARES control room select the set up to BEE The system when connected to timing devices such as the ARES 21 gives a high level of security with the READY indicator That is to say it may be deactivated from the Control Room if the Timing Technician is not ready to accept a start signal 3 3 5 False Allowed BEE If a false start should be announced select the menu to KE The false start signal is valid during 10 seconds after Start signal Page 8 Version 1 1 3399 504 02 StartTime Ill 3 3 6 ESSE False Signals El Define number B Ed of false start signal generated when a false start is activated 3 3 7 Euh Standby E Value in minutes of automatic Standby if StartTime lll is not used The system authorizes a START O in standby mode If you do not need this set up you can select the EISE value power led O is blinking 3 3 8 EARE Power off Ell Value in minutes of automatic Power off if StartTime lll is not used If you do not need this set up you can select the E
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