BibTag User Manual
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1. be created 4 4 1 2 Gunshot Choose Markers and Files gt Gunshot This function is useful for manually registering a start gun 1E sd n AIR ed N n TE Ee time at the beginning of a race set er rae it Al eb Choose New to register a gunshot choose Exit to leave the screen without registering a gunshot RE aa 1 See 4 4 1 5 Auxiliary on page 22 for information on how to set a delay for the gunshot 4 4 1 3 Marker Choose Markers and Files gt Marker Choose here to set a marker at a random point Vite Ede 1E AE Choose New to register a marker choose Exit to leave et Nan a ma the screen without registering a marker 1 See 4 4 1 5 Auxiliary on page 22 for information on how to set a delay for the marker 4 4 1 4 Clear device Choose Markers and Files gt Clear device Important Make sure all recorded BibTag passings are copied to a PC or memory device before clearing EE EE ee MIE NE Here you can delete all passings BibTags that have been detected files and markers from the detector memory 1 Confirm the delete action as follows 1 Press amp to choose Clear choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection 2 Press is to confirm the delete 3 Wait until the message Clearing device disappears and you return to the main screen BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 21 of 66 MYLAPS 4 4 1 5 Auxiliary Choose Create Marker and File gt Auxiliary Assign2. system POWER 3 Disconnect cables e Remove antenna cables from their connectors on case e Remove power cable if connected e Remove Ethernet cable if connected e Remove starter pistol cable from I O port 1f connected CAUTION Damage Danger of damaging cables Always take special care when handling the antenna cables as they are easily damaged Never excessively bend or twist them and make sure the connectors are kept dry 4 Disassemble antennas e Carefully remove antennas from their slots in the antenna mats e Loop the cables and load them into their carry bags e Load all other cable accessories into their carry bags BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 39 of 66 MYLAPS Disassemble mats e Carefully lift the mats one by one so that they separate from the adjacent mat e f required remove the protruding dogbone connectors from their slots do this by twisting the connectors in their recess before lifting them clear NOTE Leaving the dogbone in its protruding position is often useful as a handle to easily carry the mats e Insert the dogbones into their storage recesses in the back of the mat e Remove the mats Close case and remove equipment e Carefully close lid making sure that nothing is trapped between cover e Click closed both front latches e Remove the BibTag equipment to a storage area see step 7 or to an area where race data can be retrieved see 6 5 Retrieve data on
3. Mv LAPS SPORTS TIMING PNTA NHA NA NADA NANA EED d EA KAAS ER d UFA R N dd RE BibTag User Manual REVISION 1 1 18 May 2010 MYLAPS Published by MYLAPS B V Havenweg 15 6541 AD Nijmegen The Netherlands 2010 No part of this document may be reproduced by any means without the written consent of the publisher Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the information in this document is correct no liability can be accepted by MYLAPS for loss damage or injury caused by any errors or omissions in this document Manual rev Software rev Date d m y Amendments Revision 1 0 Revision 1 0 02 04 10 This is the first version of this manual Revision 1 1 Revision 1 0 18 05 10 CE Declaration added New cautions added about handling modem GPS cable Page 2 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION is ein ei ARAB NA DEERE BROER DNE EN DA 6 1 1 Scope of MIS Manual 2 64 mas had HEDE HEES oe ROER WS KGG Re BR EE oad 6 1 2 How to use this manual os SE SS ESE SE SS ee eee ee es ee 6 2 SAFETY AA EE OR AA N s 7 2 1 General safety responsibilities EE SEE SEE eee 7 2 2 Warnings and cautions naaa aaa EE SE eee se 8 3 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION ua ce ii ae at Cot Geen ND Me ad ER de eee wae 9 31 IMOQUCUON ss sis vie eed ee Hie HR EE ee eh eee HORE RE See HE RE ee 9 32 ECO N N EE EE EE OE ON EE OER FEE EA eas 10 3 2 1 Decoderpahnel 212462 sees
4. to accept and return to the main screen L Horst JL Lae J choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection Daylight saving 1 Press amp and s to select Daylight Saving 2 Press s and to choose between off and on and j TT wes move to Accept 3 Press s to accept and return to the main screen L BOOP JL Came choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection 4 4 3 2 Contrast Choose General gt Contrast Here you can alter the brightness of the BibTag operator screen Bi op T L Co opt IL Lace Do this as follows 1 Select and press O repeatedly to dim the screen Select and press s repeatedly to brighten the screen Press to confirm the contrast and move to the Accept field aa OMON Press to accept and return to the main screen choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 25 of 66 MYLAPS 4 4 3 3 4 4 3 4 4 4 3 5 Name Choose General gt Name Here you can assign a personalized name for easy identification when the BibTag is connected to a network This name will be displayed on the main screen and in the Beyn 4 MYLAPS software mm LA JLL Lael ILLL Change the name as follows 1 Press repeatedly to assign the required symbol alphabetic or numeric to the blinking field Press amp to confirm the symbol and move to the next field Repeat steps
5. Max detection height Operating temperature Storage temperature Protocol Power source Operating frequency IP Protection Class BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 100 mm x 70 mm x 40 mm 3 94 x 2 76 x 1 57 in 3 m 118 in 350 g 0 77 Ib approx 5 years 20 to 50 C 4 to 122 F 20 to 40 C 4 to 104 F Quadband 850 900 1800 1900 MHz GPRS EDGE IP 65 1000 mm x 770 mm x 20 mm 39 3 x 30 3 x 0 79 in 5 kg 11 Ib approx 3 years 20 to 50 C 4 to 122 F 20 to 40 C 4 to 104 F IP 11 125 x 57 mm 4 92 x 2 24 in customer dependent approx 2 5 years at room temperature 40 km h 25 mph approx 2 m 6 6 ft 40 to 85 C 40 to 185 F 20 to 40 C 4 to 104 F EPCglobal Class 1 Gen 2 ISO 18000 6C Integrated proprietary disposable battery 860 960 MHz IP 53 Page 63 of 66 MYLAPS Appendix 2 IO port pin settings 5V 0 3A 20C Ext 1 Gun Nag E Ext 2 j xxl l Output Ed Passive photocell Function i Function Pin ground Gun 12 5 V max 300 mA Ext 2 11 Page 64 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS Appendix 3 CE Declaration SPORTS TIMING MEALS ld CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We MYLAPS Zuiderhoutlaan 4 2012 P Haarlem The Netherlands Declare that the UHF system BibTag Portable Decoder in accordance with the following directives 2006 95 EC The Low
6. equipment e Physical description page 9 physical descriptions of major components in the unit e Functional description page 15 functional descriptions of the unit e Setup and Removal page 33 site preparation installation and connecting power Supply and data cables among the components also how to remove and store the unit if required e Operation page 42 how to start up run and shut down the unit e Maintenance page 47 instructions on how to maintain and repair the equipment Contains sub sections for periodic maintenance schedules and corrective maintenance procedures e Troubleshooting page 54 tables with potential problems causes and solutions e Appendices page 61 contain unit specifications and CE declaration form NOTE Setting up and operating the BibTag system may only be done by MYLAPS trained and certified professionals Contact MYLAPS for information over the training programs How to use this manual This manual is designed to be used in electronic and printed form Cross references in the online version can be clicked to go directly to the referenced item Navigation can be done with the bookmarks and or the table of contents which contains live links Page numbers are also provided for ease of use with printed copy Before installing operating or maintaining your BibTag for the first time always read section 2 Safety on page 7 to familiarize yourself with the safety aspects of this manual and your
7. system To identify individual components read 3 Physical description on page 9 For an explanation of how the unit works read 4 Functional description on page 15 Read both 5 Setup and Removal on page 33 and 6 Operation on page 42 completely to overview the steps required to setup and run BibTag Refer to 8 Troubleshooting on page 54 to find solutions to setup operating problems When performing scheduled maintenance on BibTag use 7 1 Periodic maintenance schedules on page 47 to view the schedules and find the required maintenance procedures Corrective maintenance is guided from the tables in section 8 Troubleshooting on page 54 Refer to the Appendices on page 61 for an overview of the technical specifications Page 6 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS This section describes all safety aspects required when working with MYLAPS equipment The safety aspect can relate to potential equipment damage or to danger to personnel working with this equipment or in the vicinity e When installing operating or maintaining equipment closely follow the prescribed instructions in this manual and use common sense at all times e f ever in doubt about how to do a job or task safely always ask for assistance 2 1 General safety responsibilities High voltages thermal and stored energy hazards are present in MYLAPS systems Therefore pay special attention to safety when transporting operating and maintaining each system includ
8. Choose here to assign NENA a EE ap od a ng Kila e Clock e Contrast a ir TEx e Name e Index e Factory defaults e Firmware e Main tenace 4 4 3 1 Clock Choose General Clock Here you can set the source GPS or manual date time time zone and daylight saving for the decoder IMPORTANT Never change Clock parameters during a race Source 1 Press es to select Manual or GPS depending on how you wish to assign your clock settings Press amp to enter the setting and move to Accept Press to accept and return to the main screen L HEL Ie Ed choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection Page 24 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS Date 1 Press s to select Date 2 Press s and to enter the correct date and move or a to Accept e E7 Ki Fab E 3 Press to accept and return to the main screen L Horst jL Lanei choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection Time 1 Press o and to select Time 2 Press and amp to enter the correct time and move l EA to Accept j 3 Press s to accept and return to the main screen L AOL JL Lance d choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection Time zone 1 Press o and Ge to select Time Zone min if iid ia iif il 2 Press and amp to enter the correct time zone and i mp move to Accept Hex ad 3 Press
9. Deplete battery e Disconnect power from the Decoder e Switch on the Decoder e Leave the Decoder running until the internal battery is completely empty can take 24 hours from full to empty e The Decoder will switch off automatically to prevent battery damage 4 Fully charge the battery until the green F lamp stays constantly lit takes 5 to 10 hours from empty to fully charged BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 51 of 66 MYLAPS CAUTION Equipment damage To prevent damage to the SIM card and possible data loss always disconnect the Modem GPS unit before removing replacing the card Always correctly connect and disconnect the modem GPS cable Only handle the cable connector by holding it on the ribbed part of the connector never pull on the cable Also always take special care to prevent moisture entering the opened Modem GPS unit and take standard precautions to prevent ESD when handling electrical components 1 Disconnect unit cable e Place your fingers around the ribbed part of the connector never disconnect it by pulling on the cable e Press the connector with a vertical motion downwards e Remove the connector by pulling it with a smooth vertical motion upwards 2 Remove unit e Remove the unit from its attachment straps in the cover 3 Remove unit cover e Unscrew the 4 corner screws with a screwdriver e Remove the cover to expose the card holder 4 Open card holder
10. Flashes if an error is present see 8 Troubleshooting on page 54 Figure 3 4 LED status display Page 12 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 1 Dogbone connectors To connect mats 2 Flap To protect antenna cables 3 Groove for slotting cables Antenna cables are connected to the antenna in the center of the mat and fed along these grooves to the next mat or decoder Figure 3 5 Antenna mat CAUTION EQUIPMENT DAMAGE The antenna cable connections in the BibTag mats are not completely waterproof if the mats are completely submerged in snow or water Never place the mats in a low lying area where water and snow can enter under the flap and possibly short circuit the antenna connectors 34 Antenna cable 1 Connector Attach this connector to the antenna in the mat 2 Number tag This number identifies the cable from 1 to 8 to help when connecting the correct mat to the correct decoder connector 3 Connector decoder Attach this connector to the decoder antenna connector Figure 3 6 Antenna cable CAUTION EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Never use MYLAPS Portable Decoder antenna cables on a MYLAPS BibTag system and never short circuit the Portable BibTag decoder by attaching both ends of an antenna cable to the decoder BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 13 of 66 MYLAPS 1 Race runner identification 2 BibTag unique identification signals Figure 3 7 BibTag The all weather BibTag is normally in sleep mode unt
11. GPS is available may take several minutes eventually the satellite logo and number of satellites is displayed on the top line of the screen e f no GPS signal is available reposition the BibTag Modem GPS unit for better satellite reception remove it from its straps in the decoder case e Wait until time is synchronized e If no GPS signal is available set the correct time on the internal clock see 4 4 3 1 Clock on page 24 14 Check time zone e Ensure the correct time zone is used and daylight saving if required 15 Configure the Detection parameters by using the Timeline menu selections to configure e Time Betw Same Chip e Reader channel e Number of antennas e Profile Main or Backup see 4 4 2 1 Profile on page 22 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 ENT ER pena Ler re l Page 37 of 66 MYLAPS 16 Test BibTag by carrying a test BibTag across each of the antenna mats in turn and check e The BibTag is registered by the decoder the detection LED is lit e The antenna symbols in the bottom of the screen show that the BibTag is detected by screen the individual antennas As the BibTag is m carried across a mat the block symbol for that mat should show a full symbol See A example figure where BibTag is carried over the second mat NOTE The block signal will slowly empty after a few seconds e The time and date settings are correct on the BibTag s
12. HS OE WANNA BABE ERA Bete Sead 11 3 2 2 Modem GPS unit 0 EE SE se es 12 3 2 3 LEDstatuspanel SE SE SS se es ee ees 12 GEGEE iS Ee RE EE EE AE N N AA os 13 3 4 Antemmiacable sesse aan EER Eie N el ep EE 0 DE n oe ee ee AA ee 508 13 39 DOLO o sur kn An ER ee oe dy aa ee EE AA De EER DEE 14 4 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 222220 22 Es ee 15 Al Basie piierle wen pod SEN ARE LEE LALAMN ER RR OR DN MR eee sen NA 15 4 2 Date iid lie ss se DOE ORE EDE EA DE HARE AANI EEND UNG 17 4 3 System controls iis EE EER EE EE AG AG AA wee eee ees 17 4 3 1 Operator controls Aa 17 4 3 2 Main Screen is see ana od od ae Ph PERS oe ee oe wie mond KA 18 44 Menus EE EE es ke ee Ee ke ke ke Ee Ee ete 19 4 4 1 Markers and Files SES ESE SE ES SE ees 21 4 4 2 Timeline Setup anaana SE SE ee se ee ee 22 AAS Geri ral PAA 24 4 4 4 Communication aaa 27 AA E A AE EE NS ew OE OT EE EE S 30 4 5 Info screens EES SS eee eee ees 31 4 5 1 NGIWO ME OR AO EE EE EN ks ee 31 452 EASerialNP ione se is KA he oa KAN oe tenn eaten eh teed te KAG 32 O56 ie MEE ER EE EE N EE ET EE AE 32 4 5 4 Passings SEE eee se es ee se ee 32 456 Battery INIO us ss 45 nka eed oe KAG ER KG ER ie KNA Rod KG BR eee KA 32 5 SETUP AND REMOVAL see ee EE eN Ee NEER eee 33 5 1 SetndupBIDTag ss 2404 EE sd DEE bee NG RI BEE 404 DONA RE EE 33 5 2 Removal and storage EE SE eee e
13. NG NG GA A Versions Choose s repeatedly until versions appears Here you can read off the current BibTag software version installed in the decoder and the previously installed passive version if present Press repeatedly to return to the main screen i man HAPO Et nG Passings Choose s repeatedly until Passings appears Here you can read off the number of passings Bibtag detections recorded by the decoder Press repeatedly to return to the main screen aaa Se Battery info Choose repeatedly until Battery info appears Here you can read off all the details about the internal battery or external battery if connected This information dii ii a includes voltage remaining charge and capacity ee ds Bate Me a at M de Da Press to return to the main screen 2 ars GE EES Pred LJ Page 32 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 2 SETUP AND REMOVAL This section describes how to setup the BibTag equipment for a race and then to remove it after a race Also described here is how to retrieve race data from the BibTag Decoder see 5 2 Removal and storage on page 39 5 1 Setting up BibTag 1 Choose suitable number of mats 1 to 8 e Measure the total width of the timing location start finish split line e Select the number of mats to span this width each mat is 1 meter 3 ft wide 2 Lay out mats e Remove the two plastic dogbone connectors from th
14. Replace battery S3 Replace cables and antennas 53 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 47 of 66 MYLAPS Take a clean soft cloth and moisten it with clean water do not use an abrasive cleaning liguid Using gentle strokes clean the inside of the case including the display screen and antenna connectors Dry off any excess moisture Use a newly moistened cloth to clean the outside of the case including the front LED display Use a moist cloth to clean the antenna cables paying particular attention to remove any dirt in the connectors CAUTION ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD Plastic and other waste products are harmful to the environment Dispose of waste items in a responsible environment friendly manner Separate recyclable products from other non recyclable waste Heed site regulations and obey local environmental by laws 4 Dispose of the cleaning materials check your local environmental regulations Page 48 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS Check that temperature of the charging location is within range O to 40 C 32 to 104 F CAUTION HIGH VOLTAGE Before connecting power to the BibTag make sure that all electrical connections are secure Connect cable e Switch off BibTag decoder at main switch you can leave the power on but charging will take longer e Attach 100 240 VAC cable into AC connector on display panel e Connect the power cable into the mains p
15. SE ee 59 8 5 Reset to factory defaults AA aa 59 8 6 GPS reception is weak or lost aa 60 Page4 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS LIST OF FIGURES Figure 3 1 Bee IM EE EE EE EE EE EN 10 Figure 3 2 Decoder panel ccc ee EE Ee se es 11 Figure 3 3 Modem GPS unit ees 12 Figure 3 4 LED status display 0 00 SS SS ee se ee 12 Figure 3 5 Anena Al sen wk AHA KAB adhd hi as ee be kA 13 Figure 3 6 Antenna cable 00 0 Es EE ee se es ee 13 FOUG IZ BEIDE DE ED NA DER ME KAG 14 Figure 4 1 Athlete passing antenna mat 16 Figure 4 2 Example mat setupS 4 ccc ees 16 Figure 4 3 Operator controls 4 17 Figure 4 4 Main screen 0 eto wa kA ei Vee eb eke eG ea KNA GA 18 Figure 4 5 Operator menu structure 0A SS ee 20 Figure 4 6 Info screenS 3A AD KOEKE EER RA OP RE NR eee 31 Figure 8 1 Error message on control screen 54 Figure 8 2 INA AA AAP AE 55 Figure 8 3 Pin settiNgs ete 64 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 5 of 66 MYLAPS 1 1 1 2 INTRODUCTION Scope of this manual This manual is intended for operating maintenance and supervisory personnel and provides information on installing operating and maintaining your unit The manual is divided into the following sections e Introduction this section e Safety page 7 describes all safety aspects required when working with MYLAPS
16. Voltage Directive 2004 108 EC The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 1999 5 EC Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive has been designed and manufactured to the following specifications EN 301 489 1 2005 09 EN 301 489 3 2002 08 EN 302 208 2 2008 04 EN 61000 3 2 2006 EN 61000 3 3 2008 hereby declare that the product named above is designed to comply with the relevant sections of the above referenced specifications and all essential requirements of the Directives Name of authorized person John Verwoerd Function of authorized person R amp D Director Place and Date Haarlem 20 April 2010 Signature of authorized person N BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 65 of 66 MYLAPS MYLAPS contact information For general information MYLAPS EMEA Office Haarlem Zulderhoutlaan 4 2012 PJ Haarlem The Netherlands Phone 31 0 23 529 1893 Fax 31 0 23 529 0156 info mylaps com For information about BibTag MYLAPS Office Nijmegen Havenweg 15 6541 AD Nijmegen The Netherlands Phone 31 0 24 379 1244 Fax 31 0 24 379 1245 info nijmegen mylaps com Worldwide support team support bibtag mylaps com Worldwide sales sales nijmegen mylaps com Local enquiries Please contact your local distributor Page 66 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1
17. beside the control screen will also glow continuously for an error see location of red error LED in following figure a P n Ve Fa Power Detect Figure 8 2 Error lamp To acknowledge the error and clear the message press the amp or e buttons In an extreme emergency situation hold in the main power switch for 7 seconds to completely shut down the BibTag Errors can be caused by human software mechanical or electrical faults read the message carefully and decide upon the best course of action The following table alphabetically lists the various operating errors as follows e Error text e Possible Causes in order of likelihood e Solutions to the listed causes also in order of likelihood with suggested procedure number as listed in the Maintenance section of this manual BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 55 of 66 MYLAPS Error Ambient temperature too high to charge Ambient temperature too low to charge Antenna lost Check antenna now Battery error Battery low Battery status read failed Battery fuse broken Battery temperature too high to charge Battery temperature too low to charge CCNet error Contact MYLAPS CCNet Unregistered Register device CCNet Auth failed Login OK CCNet not found Server settings OK Charge error high current Charge error low current Chip queue at 75 save passings Page 56 of 66 Problem s Surrounding temperature too high to
18. by pressing amp and then Switch software version as follows 1 Press s to choose Decoder N om 2 Press to choose Switch choose Cancel if you Her i Gee A A wish to cancel the selection ES ie kh n mgm om EN Ej d 3 Press to switch the software versions 4 4 3 7 Maintenance Choose General 5 Maintenance This function is only to be used by a MYLAPS service engineer or after contact with MYLAPS EE L Reh ii Sel Enter the maintenance code as follows 1 Press s repeatedly to assign the required character alphabetic or numeric to the blinking field 2 Press amp to confirm the character and move to the next field PERS of ap 1 and 2 to enter all four characters for the required code 4 Press to accept the address choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection 4 4 4 Communication Choose here to assign un Pia Cara agar maa Server Ba e Server communication e Primary Server e Secondary Server e Network GSM Settings When setting up BibTag for the first time register your decoder at the CCNet server refer to http partner mylaps com for more information go to Download gt Networking Championchip equipment BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 27 of 66 MYLAPS O O aaa 4 4 4 1 Server Communication Choose Communication gt Server Communication Here you can assign the method Ethernet GSM or off for connecting to a se
19. charge battery Surrounding temperature too low to charge battery Antenna connection is faulty Battery is not connected or has been shut down by temperature protection Warning that the battery charge level is becoming low Software error Battery fuse is faulty Battery temperature too high Battery temperature too low Connection to the CCNet server is lost Device is unregistered Internet unavailable Internet unavailable The measured charge current is too high The measured charge current is too low Memory is becoming full Solution s Charge battery in correct temp range see 7 3 Charge battery in correct temp range see 7 3 Check the antenna connections Contact MYLAPS Connect to an external battery or connect to AC power if no other option Restart see 7 8 Replace fuse Charge battery in correct temp range see 7 3 Charge battery in correct temp range see 7 6 Wait for BibTag to reconnect If error occurs frequently check GSM status or network connections Register the BibTag at the CCNet server refer to http partner mylaps com for more information Check APN User name and password Contact network provider Check APN User name and password Contact network provider Connect alternative 110 240 VAC supply Contact MYLAPS if error repeats Connect alternative 110 240 VAC supply Contact MYLAPS if error repeats Save the current pa
20. into 3 distinct categories e Start up problems see 8 2 Start up problems on page 54 e Operating errors and warnings signalled by screen messages see 8 3 Errors during operation on page 54 e Problems with updating software see 8 4 Problems with updating software on page 59 If troubleshooting does not solve a problem contact MYLAPS at Support nijmegen mylaps com Alternatively check the MYLAPS forum site for similar problems and solutions see http partner mylaps com 8 2 Startup problems Normally when starting up the BibTag the main screen will appear after the power button is pressed on the control panel However the following problems may be encountered during Startup No power is available no LEDs lit Connect power to the BibTag and check if the E battery indicator is lit e If lit charge the BibTag see 7 3 Charge battery on page 49 until the internal battery is sufficiently full the second charge LED starts to blink e If battery indicator is not lit contact MYLAPS Start screen freezes Restart startup can take longer after a restart 8 3 Errors during operation If errors or warnings occur during operation a flashing error message is displayed in the middle of the BibTag control screen See location in following figure Error here Figure 8 1 Error message on control screen Page 54 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS The red error LED on the panel on the front of the case and
21. mat systems maximum 20 hour for 4 mat systems however for longer races a 12 VDC external battery can be connected as follows 1 Connect battery e Attach leads to battery terminals red to H black to e Insert the battery connector into the socket on the BibTag panel and check the LED is lit 2 Check the connection e Switch power on if not already on e Press the button to access the Info selections e Choose Battery info for the battery Left information screen LERE Cap nilaga af TN Ly e Ensure that the external battery symbol is showing and the battery has sufficient charge more than 20 6 5 Retrieve data Here you can choose from the following data retrieval methods e 6 5 1 Retrieving data local network via Ethernet cable on page 45 e 6 5 2 Retrieving data GSM on page 46 e 6 5 3 Retrieving data via internet Ethernet on page 46 Page 44 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 6 5 1 Retrieving data local network via Ethernet cable 1 Connect an Ethernet cable e Firmly click the cable into one of the two NETWORK connectors on the panel always use a MYLAPS supplied Ethernet cable or standard Ethernet UTP cable up to a max 100 m 300 ft long e Check the orange LED on the NETWORK connection is on 2 Choose Communication 5 Network From here you can select one of the following e f you wish to automatically assign the network settings go to ste
22. page 44 Store case in a dry area at storage temp of O C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F and close to a mains power socket CAUTION HIGH VOLTAGE Danger of electrocution Before connecting power to the BibTag make sure that all electrical connections are secure Charge BibTag e Attach 100 240 VAC power cable into AC connector on case e Connect the power cable into the mains power socket e Leave power connected until BibTag is next required the battery will be automatically charged so it stays fully charged Page 40 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS CAUTION Damage Danger of damaging mats Always store the mats according to the instructions given in the following step 9 Store mats e Make sure that the storage area used for the mats is flat with no sharp or protruding surfaces e Never bend the mats and make sure the corners are not twisted under the mat e Never lean the mats against a wall so that they are bent and deformed e Always store the mats laid out flat with the MYLAPS logo facing up BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 41 of 66 MYLAPS 6 OPERATION Once correctly setup the BibTag system is ready to automatically record the chips as they pass the measuring point The following operation steps may be required e Set upa new file for the race see 6 1 Create New File on page 42 for more details e If an electronic starting pistol is connected to
23. through the operating menu see 4 4 Menus on page 19 also used to move between field selections in a screen 3 Right button For accessing the Info screens see 4 5 Info screens on page 31 i also used for confirming menu selections and field selections Figure 4 3 Operator controls NOTE Additionally the POWER button is used to activate the Decoder with LED to show on off status BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page17 of 66 MYLAPS 1 Connection indication Can be NET GSM or nothing see 4 4 4 Communication on page 27 2 Status of connection Can be OK or ER error 3 Number of detected The 4f symbol indicates if GPS satellites are detected and how satellites many The symbol can change shape as follows NC not connected open symbol satellite detected but no time available blinking symbol waiting for a time to be assigned closed symbol using GPS time a clock symbol means that you can assign a manual time 4 Current time Can be the time applied manually or the time assigned by the GPS connection 5 Message A short message indicating the last BibTag that has been detected or the current status can be an error situation see 8 3 Errors during operation on page 54 6 Profile Indicates the profile assigned to the decoder Main Backup or Scanner 7 Name of decoder Identifies this decoder see 4 4 3 3 Name on page 26 8 File Identifies the file number currently being used and the number o
24. 1 and 2 until the name is correct Press amp until Reset is selected and press to confirm and return to the main screen Index Choose General gt Index Here you can assign an index maximum 2 characters for ymt arpe REENEN EE En er EE the bibtag to identify the decoder in software inin gh AA AN AN AA BE L Hoceet JD Lace J Change the index as follows 1 Press repeatedly to assign the required symbol alphabetic or numeric to the blinking field Press to confirm the symbol and move to the next field Press repeatedly to assign the required symbol alphabetic or numeric Press amp to confirm the symbol and move to the Accept field Press to confirm and return to the main screen choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection Factory defaults Choose General gt Factory defaults Here you can reset all the software settings in the decoder l to their default factory settings Set Sil zetting LI CRET SALE oA LAST SAAL dd Confirm the reset action as follows 1 Press amp to choose Default choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection 2 Press s to confirm the reset Page 26 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 NE N N N N ee MYLAPS 4 4 3 6 Firmware Choose General gt Firmware Here you can switch the current software version to a previous version and view the current Energy Manager software version ra r View Energy manager
25. ax power consumption operation Internal battery current Charge time device switched off Charge time device switched on Operating time with full battery Operating temperature charging Operating temperature not charging Storage temperature Relative humidity Pollution degree Protection class cover closed Protection class cover open Safety norm Maximum chip passing speed Maximum laid antenna dimension W x L Max unique chip detects Timing Resolution Clock tolerance Maximum detection buffer size Life span Page 62 of 66 Modified Pelican 1500 case 371 x 258 x 152 mm 14 61 x 10 16 x 5 98 in 10 kg 22 Ib 100 to 240 VAC at 50 60 Hz 60 W 2 5 W 1 2 W 12 W 14 8 V 40 Ah LiPo lt 5 hours lt 10 hours 20 hours 4 mat system 12 hours 8 mat system O to 40 C 32 to 104 F 20 to 50 C 4 to 122 F 20 to 40 C 4 to 104 F Max 90 non condensing 1 P54 P33 EN60950 40 km h 25 mph 0 6 x 24 m 2 x 72 ft 50 sec 0 004 sec 1 ppm 80 000 chips approx 5 years BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS Modem GPS unit Dimensions B x D x H Cable length Weight Life span Operating temperature Storage temperature GSM unit IP Protection Class Mat Dimensions Width x Length x Height Weight Life span Operating temperature Storage temperature IP Protection Class BibTag Dimensions Width x Height Weight Life span Max speed
26. ble with a set of 4 antenna cables and a decoder with 4 antenna connectors The following components can be ordered from MyLaps as options for further expanding the BibTag system e Extra antenna cables varying lengths up to 9 m 30 ft e 12 VDC cable with battery terminals e Ethernet cable 10 m 33 ft e Extra Antenna mats e BibTags e USB cable Additionally you can purchase the following component from local suppliers e SIM card this will depend on your country and GSM cellular provider e Power adaptors See Appendix 1 Specifications on page 62 for complete specifications BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 9 of 66 MYLAPS 1 Upper cover Hinged upper cover must be closed during a race to protect decoder from rain 2 Modem GPS unit See 3 2 2 Modem GPS unit on page 12 3 Decoder panel For connecting external devices and operator control see 3 2 1 Decoder panel on page 11 4 LED status display Shows battery error and detect status see 3 2 1 Decoder panel on page 11 Figure 3 1 Decoder Page 10 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 3 2 1 Decoder panel NI indie AE m a POWER e MYLAPS BibTag Portable Decoder in E E 1 Modem GPS cable Cable from the Modem GPS unit normally stored in cover 2 I O port For connecting external devices Start gun etc see 3 Modem GPS connector Connect here the Modem GPS unit see or use this port as a USB con
27. coders useful for a main and backup timing system See Figure 4 2 for other example setups NOTE Main and backup systems are described further in 4 4 2 1 Profile on page 22 NOTE The 4 mat decoder system can only be used with a maximum of 4 mats BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 15 of 66 MYLAPS Figure 4 1 Athlete passing antenna mat main backup recommended 3 m 10 ft ad SSS 5 main backup a recommended a a 3 m 10 ft a _ a mL ti ENE EE eli ENE NE JAR 2 x8 mat system with 2 decoders 2 x4 mat system with 1 decoder 6 mat system main and backup main and backup at split point with 1 decoder at split point Figure 4 2 Example mat setups Page 16 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 4 2 Date and time The BibTag internal clock is extremely accurate when recording timing data It can be synchronized using time signals from GPS satellites This guarantees precise time synchronization between multiple BibTag systems and gives extreme accuracy over a long period All date and time parameters are set via the menu selections on the control panel See 4 3 1 Operator controls on page 17 for more information NOTE Never change the time during a race When the BibTag Decoder is powered down the clock will no longer be accurate 4 3 System controls 4 3 1 Operator controls 1 Display showing Main See 4 3 2 Main Screen on page 18 screen 2 Left button ss For accessing and navigating
28. e cable 1 to antenna 1 cable 2 to antenna 2 and so on 8 Check external connections e Check that the modem GPS unit is connected to the modem usb connector on the panel e Connect any other required devices e g starting gun to I O port laptop to network connector 9 Switch on Power e Press the Power button e Wait until the Main screen appears on the control panel this screen is described in 4 3 2 Main Screen on page 18 Page 36 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 10 Check Main screen e Check that no errors are displayed on the screen if so refer to 8 Troubleshooting on page 54 for how to solve them MYLAPS CA El Jana ie ER ki sa BERE Bibo SSeS Pond EIE 11 Check battery level e Check the battery level shown on the LED panel on the front of the case e If battery level is low E LED is lit supply external power by connecting a 12 VDC supply to the connector on BibTag panel you can also connect a 100 240 VAC supply if available 12 Clear data in Biblag memory e Make sure the previous race data has been read and stored e Access the Files and Markers menu e Choose Clear Device e Select Clear and confirm NOTE Another possibility here is to clear the memory using Toolkit see the Toolkit User Manual for more information Lege Hew File Ser ea fa SINE MEIN ER ET TET an LO Na an GENDE J 13 Synchronize time with GPS e Verify if
29. e Slide down the front of the card holder slightly to release the holder e Flip the holder open to access the card Page 52 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 5 Remove card e Gently slide the old SIM card out of the holder e Leave the holder in its upright position 6 Replace card e Gently slide the new SIM card into the holder making sure the cut out corner is on the top left e Press the new card completely into place in the base of the holder 7 Close holder e Press the holder down into its closed position making sure that the card is not bent or damaged e Slide down the front of the card holder to lock the holder 8 Replace unit cover e Place the unit cover back on the unit e Firmly screw in the 4 corner screws 9 Replace unit e Replace the unit in its attachment straps in the decoder cover making sure that the label on the base of the unit is visible e Place your fingers around the ribbed part of the connector and press the connector with a vertical motion downwards into the connector making sure it locks in place 7 7 Replace battery Please contact MYLAPS for the procedure for replacing the battery 7 8 Replace cables and antennas Please contact MYLAPS for the part numbers and ordering instructions BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 53 of 66 MYLAPS S TROUBLESHOOTING 8 1 Troubleshooting principles Troubleshooting for the BibTag can be divided
30. e es 39 6 OPERA NON sie WAWA AGA De oe ee ei ode NEED dee ee ee 42 6 1 Greate NEW File me EE a a cer MAA eee AN EDE AE SAO Sawi nA 42 62 GUNSNOL AO N Suu Foe Rea we OES RE N ee whee EE TE 43 Bo MAKE neces con een Sea oe eae KA EA ERG ee ee eae ee wea DR RS as 43 6 4 Connect externalbatterV EE SE SE ES SE ee eee 44 6 5 Retrieve Cala 4 wince sn x a ne KEER we RE he BORE AG BANAAG KAMAR ROER 44 6 5 1 Retrieving data local network via Ethernet cable 45 6 5 2 Retrieving data GSM ESE SE SS ESE ees 46 6 5 3 Retrieving data via internet Ethernet SE SS SE SE es ee 46 7 MAINTENANCE Wo BA AA AD ne ae eee ee eee ir eed BAGA 47 7 1 Periodic maintenance schedules 000 a 47 T CAN on kaaha OE EE NE ee NANA NAGA nA 48 73 Oharge balle naaa aah sen MD 445 BORS AR ORE ees HEI RO RES EE BEER Ee 49 7 4 Check Update software SE ESE ee Ee ee 50 7 5 Calibrate battery indicators SS aaa 51 7 6 Remove replace SIMcard SE EE eee ees 52 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 3 of 66 MYLAPS 7 7 Replace battery SEE ee eee ee 53 7 8 Replace cables and antemnas a 53 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 2 sae us AA nee MO BE ad MAIN BEERS ME EI 54 8 1 Troubleshooting principles EE ESE EES SE eee ees 54 8 2 Start up problems a 54 8 3 Errors during operation eee eens 54 8 4 Problems with updating software naaa aaa SESSE
31. ecoder at the CCNet server refer to http partner mylaps com for more information go to Download gt Networking Championchip equipment Log Here you can view the archive of Files markers and errors Files Choose Log gt Files Choose Next to view the next file Teer File bbe T EIE GEN Le SES Fit Page 30 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 4 4 5 2 Markers Choose Log gt Markers Choose Previous to view previous marker Tume h pab beerti T Box Bat Loch la YE KAT sel bata aaa a Rice NG EL Er 4 4 5 3 Errors Choose Log gt Errors Choose Previous to view previous error EN F re Led De a 4 5 Info screens From the Main screen press the button repeatedly to navigate through the various INFO screens and eventually return to the main screen Network EA SerialNr Versions Passings Battery info Figure 4 6 Info screens 4 5 1 Network Choose O repeatedly until Network appears Here you can read off the IP address for the connection to the decoder Press s repeatedly to return to the main screen IP 16 16 0 AL Ae BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 31 of 66 MYLAPS 4 5 2 4 5 3 4 5 4 4 5 5 EA SerialNr Choose s repeatedly until EA SerialNr appears Here you can read off the EA Serial number MAC address for the decoder Press repeatedly to return to the main screen GN NG ee
32. eir recess under the mats Slot the connectors into place in the recess at the end of each mat make sure the connectors are facing in the same direction in the mats Lay out the mats lengthwise in a straight line across the timing line with the connectors facing the adjacent mat align the mats in the direction that the athletes will run as shown by the arrow in figure One by one lift the ends of each mat and connect it securely with the connecting joints to the adjacent mat each joint Should fit precisely into the recesses at the end of the adjacent mat remove the end 2 connecting joints if required BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 33 of 66 MYLAPS 3 Position the BibTag decoder e Place the decoder approximately 1 meter 3 ft from the end of the mats e The decoder can be positioned at either end of the mat array where it will not hinder competing athletes CAUTION Damage Danger of damaging cables Always take special care when handling the antenna cables as they are easily damaged Never excessively bend or twist them and make sure the connectors are kept dry 4 Prepare antenna cables e Select the correct number of antenna cables for the map setup e g if you are using 5 mats select the 5 antenna cables to correspond with the mat cables numbered 1 to 5 decoder 1234 antennas Page 34 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 5 Insert antenna cables in mats e Lif
33. f bibtags in the file 9 Antennas The array of antenna mats currently installed to the decoder enabled and detected mats are shown as an open rectangle mats activated by a chip are shown as a filled rectangle H enabled mats that are not detecting are shown as a blinking X antenna connectors with no mat connections are shown as antenna connectors shown as a dashed rectangle cannot be detected this also signifies the decoder is in scanner mode Figure 4 4 Main screen NOTE The backlighting for the screen will flicker if there is an error present Page 18 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 4 4 MYLAPS From the Main screen use the amp and right buttons to navigate to the operator MENU and INFO screens e Press amp to show the menu options refer to 4 4 Menus on page 19 for a description of all the menu functions e Press s to access the info screens refer to 4 5 Info screens on page 31 fora description of all the info screens NOTE If the operator does not make a selection within a few seconds the operator MENU and INFO screens will automatically revert to the Main screen exceptions are the Gun Marker and Clock menu selections Menus Figure 4 5 shows the menu structure for the BibTag control system navigate through the selections with amp and choose a selection with BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 19 of 66 MYLAPS Markers and Files see 4 4 1 Markers and File
34. for ROHS compliant materials These limits require manufacturers to ensure that they do not use materials or components that contain restricted substances that may be harmful to the environment BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 7 of 66 MYLAPS 2 2 Warnings and cautions The following alerts are used in this manual e WARNINGS alert users of potentially dangerous situations e CAUTIONS alert users of potential equipment damage Warnings and cautions in this manual are indicated by e an icon e the text WARNING or CAUTION e a textual description which states the hazard and how to avoid it The following icons to highlight and warn of safety aspects are used in this manual and are attached to the BibTag equipment at appropriate locations General Dangerous Grounding Caution or voltage required Warning Page 8 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 3 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION 3 1 Introduction BibTag is a timing concept for sports where simple setup plus minimal race handling are needed The BibTag system is portable and is designed for battery operation during outdoor sports events The standard BibTag system consists of the following components e Portable BibTag decoder housed in a sturdy Pelican case e 8 x antenna cables in varying lengths up to 9 m 30 ft e Power cable 100 to 240 VAC e 8 x antenna mats e Modem GPS unit e This BibTag User Manual NOTE An alternative 4 mat BibTag system is also availa
35. here the various delay times in milliseconds for a start gun or any other External device attached to the decoder I O port Navigate through the menu selections with amp and choose a selection with s Once in the appropriate screen see example of Gun holdoff below change the assigned delay time as follows 1 Use and amp to enter the required delay time and move to Accept 2 Press to accept and return to the main screen Ha 56 HE choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection fF Cge t N are 4 4 2 Timeline Setup Choose here to assign e Profile paz e Number of antennas ma pacer Kati Hal e Reader channel e Beep on off e Time between same chip Reader channel is not available for USA FCC systems 44 2 1 Profile Choose Timeline Profile Here you can assign whether your decoder is used as a main or backup system or as a scanner e Main and backup systems are set up in two rows at pena a recommended distance of 3 m 10 ft from each Fo Crest Tr Cars other see examples in Figure 4 2 Main and backup decoders are mostly used at start finish lines to guarantee accuracy and ensure that all chip times are registered e A scanner assigned decoder can be used to check bibtags never use this setting when the decoder is used in a race The first array of mats that is passed is normally assigned as main and the second array is assigned as backup The backup syste
36. ibTags detected within the antenna field at the gunshot time will all receive this official start time Never use the gun after the race is started because all new BibTag passings will be adjusted to the new gun times always use the marker function during the race to mark a BibTag see 6 3 Marker on page 43 Use the gun function as follows Select Markers and Files 5 Gunshot ra Amana nana An IE MA ann EE je Ka nm Pup Pea PI Marker ice 6 3 Use the operator buttons to select New A message appears showing the number of the gun marker and the time it was entered Marker La NG 24 Last EL EE This function is useful to manually register a time during a race e g recording the time for a competitor without a chip Use this function as follows Select General gt Marker ese Pee File EE ka i id Title im illu ji ii if jie in hi ili in ill Use the operator buttons to select New A message appears showing the number of the marker and the time it was entered BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 115 Ha HR SE Last arkar Hater Ly palad kie p143 ens Page 43 of 66 MYLAPS 6 4 Connect external battery CAUTION EQUIPMENT DAMAGE The BibTag will be seriously damaged if connected to an incompatible power supply Only connect the BibTag to a 12 VDC external battery Normally the internal battery when fully charged is sufficient for a race duration maximum 12 hour for 8
37. il activated by the antenna to send a signal to the BibTag Decoder see 4 1 Basic principle on page 15 for more on this When used in a race the BibTag must be correctly worn for best reception See Figure 3 7 and following recommendations for race participants e always keep the BibTag visible do not remove or cover with a jacket e do not excessively bend or twist the BibTag e do not attach beside or under a zip metal has a negative impact on the BibTag chip e fo not wear on your back or side or around your arm or leg e do not cover the BibTag with your hand or arm when crossing the finish line runners often do this when checking their watch when crossing the line e always remember that the mat must see the number when you cross the finish line e do not separate the BibTag from the start number NOTE Race organizers can post clear instructions at the Start location for correct BibTag use Before use each BibTag can be checked by passing it over a connected antenna to see it is detected and registered by the decoder signalled by detection light and or beep Always reject any defective chips Page 14 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 4 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 4 1 Basic principle Every participant in a MYLAPS timed event wears a registered BibTag containing a chip When the BibTag comes in the vicinity of a detection mat the BibTag continuously starts sending out messages with its unique identificat
38. ing e Meet all applicable codes laws and local regulations e When transporting the MYLAPS BibTag decoders by air use a transport agency that is approved for the safe handling and transport of hazardous goods in accordance with the global safety standards and the rules and regulations of IATA I CAO MYLAPS can supply the MSDS and the Lithium Battery UN38 3 test report for the lithium batteries in the decoders but takes no further responsibility for incorrect transport methods e Read and understand each item in this manual and follow the installation operator and maintenance procedures exactly e Always use the correct tools for the job e Take recommended precautions never take short cuts FCC Declaration This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to C part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense RoHS Compliant This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
39. ion ID The antennas in the detection mat receive these ID messages and transfer them to the Decoder The Decoder determines the BibTag time for each ID by calculating the received signal strength from that BibTag This passing time is calculated to an accuracy of at least 0 5 seconds The BibTag system can operate with one or more decoders and mats and is responsible for e Controlling the antennas in the mats e Keeping accurate time via a GPS signal or via an internal clock e Data collection and storage chip codes and times e Record a gunshot start so that the equipment can use this same start time as the official time e Passing data from the Decoders to a central results computer via internet GSM with MYLAPS servers or directly via an ethernet link e Synchronizing multiple Decoder times via GPS NOTE The antenna field will stop detecting the BibTag after a period of seconds if the tag remains within the antenna field see 4 4 2 5 Time Between Same Chip on page 24 This means that the BibTag may be assigned a false start time if it has already been detected within the antenna field previous to the start time To prevent this the tags detected within the antenna field at the official start time will all receive this official start time Figure 4 1 shows an example setup with 4 antenna mats connected to a single Decoder more or less mats are possible Other options can have a double sets of antenna mats in combination with 2 De
40. m has less precise timing but is more sensitive for weak chip signals Change the selection as follows 1 Press iw to choose the required setting Main Backup or Scanner Page 22 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 EE N N a Eae ew 3 MYLAPS 2 Press amp to confirm the setting and move to the next field Accept 3 Press ti to confirm and return to the main screen choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection 4 4 2 2 Number of Antennas Choose Timeline gt Number of antennas Assign here the number of antennas connected to your decoder 1 to 8 HI z NOTE A 4 meter system with a maximum 4 antennas is also bek Chot IL lame J Change the Number of Antennas as follows 1 Press repeatedly to increase the number of antennas until the correct number is shown Press amp to confirm the number and move to Accept Press to accept and return to the main screen choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection 4 4 2 3 Reader Channel Choose Timeline Reader Channel Assign here the channel used by the reader to gather data Always assign a different channel to a main and backup system to eliminate interference between decoders in close ar proximity Also always assign a different channel to each of Ba oe a a a the 2 readers installed in an 8 antenna system L Roce JL Lamel J Change the Reader Channel as follows 1 Press s repeatedly to assign the req
41. nector 4 Detect and error LEDs Detect LED flashes each time a BibTag passes over a connected antenna mat Error LED flashes if an error is present see 5 Operator controls 2 buttons and display for menu selections and status 6 Network connectors To connect an ethernet cable for a wired connection to a laptop network or loop through 7 Power connectors and Connect an external power source 100 240 VAC or 12 VDC here Power on button if required Press the Power button to start the unit the LED lights when power Is on 8 Antenna connectors Connect here all the antenna cables 1 to 8 that are fed from the detection mats A 4 antenna system is available with only 4 connectors Figure 3 2 Decoder panel BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 11 of 66 MYLAPS Wwww mylaps com closed opened Case with attached cable Print board with card holder SIM card in holder Figure 3 3 Modem GPS unit 3 2 3 LED status panel 1 Battery level indicators The battery level indicator LEDs light up from left to right as the E empty F full Decoder is charging with the following color definitions red 0 20 full yellow 20 40 full 1st green 40 60 full 2nd green 60 80 full 3rd green 80 100 full Lights if the system is powered up and there Is sufficient battery source power 2 Power indicator 3 Bib detection indicator Flashes each time a BibTag passes over a connected antenna mat Error indicator
42. on 4 4 4 3 Secondary Server Choose Communication gt Secondary Server Here you can enter a second server address for the CCNetServer for your region See section 4 4 4 2 pepe TTT Kag SPEKE Lorrie LHoioertliiaosl ILLL Page 28 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS connection Choose Automatic to ask the software to assign the address automatically alternatively you can manually set the IP address Subnet mask and Gateway Shee ash ilm ae Automatic Choose on for an automatic search for the network set to off before manually assigning IP address etc IP address Always first set Automatic to off before you can assign p HET ED alma H aig k ie r m j L Hert HK Lawei fixed IP settings NOTE The decoder cannot register IP addresses in the 198 51 100 x series Subnet mask Always first set Automatic to off before you can assign paaa n 4 EER Subnet Mask settings em 255 008 cs LORE JL She id Gateway HE Always first set Automatic to off before you can assign nG paaa po TE Gateway settings L Horst IL Lawei l Primary DNS Always first set Automatic to off before you can assign DNS settings Tr EE Fe L or iL Lawei J EE DNS Secondary DNS See Primary DNS BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 29 of 66 MYLAPS 4 4 4 5 4 4 5 4 4 5 1 GSM Setting
43. ower socket 3 Check the battery status at the front of the case The LEDs will gradually light from left to gt F Power Detect Error right as charging Is in progress last LED e will blink e Wait until battery is fully charged and all 5 LEDs remain lit takes 5 to 10 hours from empty to full 4 Remove power optional e MYLAPS recommends leaving power connected to retain battery life and ensure the BibTag is fully charged and ready for its next use BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 49 of 66 MYLAPS Connect to a local internet provider via a cable connection or via GSM Access the MYLAPS support website and check if there is updated decoder firmware Update version if required e Follow the instructions on the support website to download and install the updated firmware Check update e Confirm reboot to new version e Verify that new version works correctly if problems occur refer to section Troubleshooting Page 50 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 7 5 Calibrate battery indicators Check that temperature of the charging location is within range O to 40 C 32 to 104 F CAUTION HIGH VOLTAGE Before connecting power to the Decoder make sure that all electrical connections are secure Fully charge the battery until the green F lamp stays constantly lit takes 5 to 10 hours E PANG Power Detect Error from empty to fully charged
44. p 3 e If you wish to manually assign the network settings go to step 4 3 Choose Automatic e Select on e Select Accept ee Continue at step 5 L aE JL Dae d 4 Choose IP address Ch rh e if AUTO is on a new screen will appear asking you to Disable AUTO first do this by selecting OK e Once in the IP screen use the operator IE EE buttons to enter the IP address and choose aa eae KAR KIT Accept e Do the same to manually assign the Subnet mask Gateway and DNS Gateway and DNS are optional if an internet connection is not required or is not BI SI EER EER Cael available Accept JC Carel J e Continue at step 5 5 When connected to the network use MYLAPS software e g Toolkit to retrieve data BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 45 of 66 MYLAPS 6 5 2 Retrieving data GSM 1 Select internet mode e Choose menu Communication then Server Communication e Use the operator buttons to toggle from NOT a AN EN 2 ee Ethernet to GSM and then select Accept 2 Check GSM connection AA CK JA 12 1a e Return to the Main screen EIE ER y e Check the left of the top line is showing Marr DIG SN GSM OK ka bem i LIL Ja a e If this does not appear within a minute refer to 8 Troubleshooting on page 54 C When connected use the MYLAPS software e g Toolkit to retrieve data 6 5 3 Ret
45. rieving data via internet Ethernet 1 Select internet mode e Choose menu Communication then Server Communication e Choose Ethernet to connect to the internet ae See 2 dl via your local server 2 Check connection HET Di kriz id e Return to the Main screen e Check that the top line is showing NET OK Fe Hi EETL Ek e f this does not appear within a minute Ci Im refer to 8 Troubleshooting on page 54 3 When connected use the MYLAPS software e g Toolkit to retrieve data Page 46 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 7 MAINTENANCE Only qualified and trained personnel should perform maintenance on MYLAPS equipment Maintenance can be described as but not limited to e Checking and testing components e Cleaning the unit and individual components accumulated dirt can hamper unit operations Installing and removing parts from the unit Troubleshooting any malfunctions that may occur on the unit before during and after operations Calibrating and adjusting settings on the unit 7 1 Periodic maintenance schedules Use the following table to plan routine maintenance for your unit If you are using the electronic version of this document click the text or the page number to Jump to the procedure Service interval Maintenance activity 5 9 o 8 Clean 48 Charge battery 49 Check Update software 50 Calibrate battery indicators 51 Remove replace SIM card 52
46. rver e Off means that communication to Toolkit is via LAN e Ethernet or GSM means that communication to L HERE Itc ili Toolkit is via WAN using the MYLAPS server as intermediate Make a Selection as follows 1 Press s to select Ethernet GSM or off 2 Press to confirm the selection and move to Accept 3 Press is to accept and return to the main screen choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the e 4 4 4 2 Primary Server Choose Communication gt Primary Server Here you can enter a server address for the CCNetServer for your region check with your MYLAPS account manager for a list of local CCNetServer addresses NOTE You can assign a second CCNetServer address in Accert Ezr call LL CL i the Secondary Server menu selection see section 4 4 4 3 When communicating the software will search for the primary server if not found the software will search for the Secondary server address Change a server address as follows 1 Press repeatedly to assign the required character alphabetic or numeric to the blinking field Press amp to confirm the character and move to the next field Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter characters for the required address maximum 20 characters When the address is complete press to move to the Accept field Press to accept the address and return to the main screen choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selecti
47. s Choose Communication gt GSM Settings TET ETE a ER ET EET TET a a Always first set Server Communication to GSM see TE Hu ER Hd edel ed ed dep ed dd ed rd d 4 4 4 1 Server Communication on page 28 Here you can configure the GSM wireless modem settings ir of the Modem GSM unit Settings must be obtained from EET a a ie your GSM provider and entered in the following screens e Network Automatic or Manual e APN Access Point Name e Username e Password Configure GSM as follows 1 First sd s to select Network 2 Press to choose Manual ia N H TA 3 Press amp to accept choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection Now select APN HILO Ti il in li id n mi ii if Hii ii ii ii ila in iiim IT 4 Press repeatedly to assign the required character Ae S alphabetic or numeric to the blinking field Te Ed TES 5 Press amp to confirm the character and move to the Diccert N wel LL next field 6 Repeat these steps to enter characters for the complete name maximum 20 characters 7 When the address is complete press amp to move to the Accept field 8 Press iw to accept the address and return to the main screen choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection choose CL if you wish to clear the name 9 Repeat the same steps for Username and Password When setting up BibTag for the first time register your d
48. s on page 21 Create new File Gunshot PU New Exit Marker PU New Exit Clear device Gun holdoft Ext 1 holdoff Auxiliary Ext 2 holdoff Timeline setup see 4 4 2 Timeline Setup on Profile Main Number of Antennas Backup Scanner Reader Channel Beep Time betw Same chip not for FCC USA General see 4 4 3 General on page 24 Clock Source Date Contrast Time Zone Name Daylight saving Index Factory defaults Firmware GEEET Maintenance Energy manager Communication see 4 4 4 Communication on page 27 Server Communication EE Off Auto Secondary Server IP address Subnet mask Network Gateway DNS GSM Settings Network EE Username Password Primary Server Log see 4 4 5 Log on page 30 Files Markers Errors Figure 4 5 Operator menu structure Page 20 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 4 4 1 Markers and Files Choose here to im EL ii id e Create a new file e Set a gunshot or a marker Fisk sy a l MTN N De e Clear the device memory e Use an Auxiliary menu to enter a delay time for the gunshot or marker device 4 4 1 1 Create New File Choose Markers and Files gt Create New File This function is useful for separating the detected chips times into individual files e g it can be used to record File Ly ae Ch multiple races after each other A maximum 999 files can 1 Eil ET Mt ie im eed OT
49. software version 2 Update software and make sure you select a software version that previously ran correctly on your BibTag 3 Report software problem to MYLAPS 8 5 Reset to factory defaults If required BibTag can be reset to the original factory settings 1 Access General Factory settings 2 Use the operator buttons to choose Default 3 The controller will automatically reboot with the factory defaults BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 59 of 66 MYLAPS 8 6 GPS reception is weak or lost Solve problems with a weak or lost GPS signal as follows Reposition the Modem GPS unit so that it has a clear view of any possible satellites not obstructed by buildings trees etc Check signal strength e Check the number of GPS satellites shown on the top of the screen should be showing at least 3 satellites Reposition the Modem GPS unit again if necessary Page 60 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS APPENDICES This section contains the following appendices e Appendix 1 Specifications on page 62 e Appendix 2 1O port pin settings on page 64 e Appendix 3 CE Declaration on page 65 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 61 of 66 MYLAPS Appendix 1 Specifications Decoder Material Dimensions B x D x H Weight including accessories AC input voltage Power consumption charging Power consumption charged Typical power consumption operation M
50. ssings to Toolkit BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Error Chip dueue at 90 save passings Communication error Contact MYLAPS Decoder error Contact MYLAPS Decoder time failed Contact MYLAPS Decoder not found Contact MYLAPS Decoder conn lost Contact MYLAPS Decoder Re read EM Com error FE EM Com error OE EM Com error BRK External battery low Firmware will expire in 1 month Firmware expired Update now GPS Internal battery disconnected Maintenance required battery voltage high Maintenance required battery delta T Maintenance required battery capacity Old EM firmware Update firmware Old reader firmware Update firmware BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Problem s Memory is becoming full Undefined Internal communication failed Internal communication failed Internal communication failed Internal communication failed Internal communication resync was required Undefined Undefined Undefined Warning that external battery charge level is low and BibTag will switch to internal battery Supply Firmware must be updated Firmware must be updated No communication is possible via GPS no sync with GPS time Battery connection is disabled Battery has been charged at too high a current Battery has been loaded for too long Battery has been loaded for too long Started wrong software version Started wrong software version MYLAPS Solution s Sa
51. t all mat flaps e Take the shortest antenna cable and lay it from the decoder location to the middle of the first mat of the mat array Connect the cable to the antenna in the middle recess in the mat align the cable in the cable groove in the mat in the direction of the decoder Take the next longest antenna cable no 2 and lay it over the mats from the decoder to the middle of the second mat of the mat array Connect this cable into the antenna in the middle recess in the second mat Align the antenna cable in the cable groove in both mats in the direction of the decoder Repeat these steps for the remaining mats until all mats have a cable installed and all cables are slotted correctly into the cable grooves Close all flaps Ensure all mat flaps are correctly closed with the magnetic strip and no flaps protrude BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 35 of 66 MYLAPS CAUTION Damage Danger of short circuiting decoder electrics Always take special care that no water enters an opened decoder case as the connections are not completely waterproof and water may damage the internal electric circuitry Never open the decoder case in damp conditions 6 Click open both front latches on the decoder case and carefully open the lid 7 Connect antennas e Plug the antenna cables into the coax antenna connectors on the decoder make sure the antenna cables are connected in their correct number sequence i
52. the BibTag case I O port the start signal can be automatically recorded by the BibTag system when the pistol is fired see 6 2 Gunshot on page 43 for more details e Once the race is started you can mark an individual time see 6 3 Marker on page 43 e During the race occasionally check the front panel LEDs for errors and that the battery indicators show sufficient battery power if required you can connect a 12 VDC external battery to the 12 VDC connection on the BibTag case see 6 4 Connect external battery on page 44 e At the race finish line check status as competitors pass the antenna by making sure that they are detected flashing LED and optional beep You can also retrieve the race data as described in 6 5 Retrieve data on page 44 When ready you can remove the BibTag equipment as described in 5 2 Removal and storage on page 39 6 1 Create New File This function is useful for separating the detected chips times into individual files e g it can be used to record multiple races after each other Use this function as follows 1 Select Markers and Files Create New File Hide gions Lite A message appears showing the time the new file is started Use the operator buttons to select OK 1 Gan ee aa RG Ja Am ie im Pana al ML ra Page 42 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS Gunshot This function is useful for manually registering a start gun time at the beginning of a race The B
53. uired symbol to the blinking field Press to confirm the symbol and move to the next field Press s repeatedly to assign the required symbol Press to confirm the symbol and move to the Accept field e O y Press to confirm and return to the main screen choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection 4 4 2 4 Beep Choose General gt Beep Here you can set the decoder beeper on or off y L emer IL Sbe Do this as follows 1 Press s to select on or off 2 Press amp to confirm the selection and move to Accept 3 Press to accept and return to the main screen choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 Page 23 of 66 MYLAPS 4 4 2 5 Time Between Same Chip Choose Timeline gt Time Betw Same Chip This setting prevents a chip being accidentally and repeatedly registered while still in the vicinity of the au Me ns se hd antennas If a chip is detected more then once within this E pra a OE EET interval each new registration will be neglected until the interval is over L Horse Gi Lae d Change the time between the same chip as follows 1 Press to increase the number of seconds default is 10 min is 3 max is 30 Press amp to confirm the symbol and move to the next field Accept Press s to confirm and return to the main screen choose Cancel if you wish to cancel the selection 4 4 3 General
54. ve the current passings to Toolkit Contact MYLAPS Contact MYLAPS Contact MYLAPS Contact MYLAPS Contact MYLAPS Contact MYLAPS Contact MYLAPS Contact MYLAPS Contact MYLAPS Connect to an extra external battery or connect to AC power if no other option Install new firmware see section 4 4 3 6 Install new firmware see section 4 4 3 6 Restart see 7 8 Reconnect Replace battery if message repeats see 7 7 Replace battery if message repeats see 7 7 Replace battery if message repeats see 7 7 Reload correct firmware see section 4 4 3 6 Reload correct firmware see section 4 4 3 6 Page 57 of 66 MYLAPS Error Problem s Solution s Supply voltage The measured supply current Connect alternative 110 240 load high is too high VAC supply Contact MYLAPS if error repeats Timing error Undefined Contact MYLAPS Contact MYLAPS Unsupported decoder Internal communication failed Contact MYLAPS Contact MYLAPS Update error Software problem Contact MYLAPS Contact MYLAPS Version changed to Version Confirmation of a software Press operator button to X X update acknowledge message Page 58 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS 8 4 Problems with updating software If a problem occurs with an updated software version BibTag can revert to a working software version as follows Check BibTag is started e If BibTag does not start correctly restart to force a reboot with a working
55. ystem and on your results computer if connected e Replace or reconnect any faulty antennas and repeat the test Set up communication e Select menu Communication a p e Ee io mao Magn e Choose appropriate communication i Es ERA nao method for your situation see bleik amar 4 4 4 Communication on page 27 for more on communication Attach starter pistol optional e If required attach a starting pistol and or other triggers to the I O port on the BibTag panel Configure Beeper e f required use the Timeline setup menu selections to configure the beeper to Off default is On Close case e Make sure that the antenna cables are all aligned in the cutout on the right side of the decoder case e Carefully close lid making sure no cables are trapped between cover and case e Click closed both front latches to make sure the case Is tightly closed and no dirt or moisture can enter Page 38 of 66 BibTag User Manual Revision 1 1 MYLAPS Retrieve race data if not already done e Refer to 6 5 Retrieve data on page 44 to see how to retrieve data race results from the decoder e If no data connection to a Toolkit system is immediately available data can be retrieved later the decoder retains all data in memory even when power is off 2 Switch off power e Press Power button e Choose Confirm on menu NOTE Pressing the Power button for 5 seconds will also power down the
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