TIME MACHINE ROAD RACE TIMING
SYSTEM
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ORDER MORLEY
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UNIT PRICE |
| M16389 |
$1049.99
EACH |
  The
Time Machine Road Race Timing System
comes with one Time
Machine with carrying case, manual, charger, RS232 download cable
with 9 pin adapter, two grip switches, one single lane grip switch
adapter for lane #2, and two rolls of printer paper.
Two year warranty, parts and
labor.
The time machine is unlike
any other sports timer on the market. It is sophisticated enough to handle every
type of racing event: from neighborhood fun-runs to the New York city marathon
to the America's cup to the Hawaii marathon. It's tougher and faster than any
other timer, yet it's as easy to use as a calculator.
What
is the TIME MACHINE ?
The
time machine is a computerized sport timer using an accurate timing
crystal and capable of timing up to 10 lanes simultaneously. It uses a
DSP (digital signal processor) chip to store the operating program with
enough room left over for 8000 times and associated bib numbers. The
time machine model m16389 specializes in road racing and provides a "lap
timing" mode with splits and cumulative times as well as a "lap
training" mode for coaches to control up to ten lanes of timing from the
keyboard. The model m16390 builds on the m16389 road race abilities and
adds track, cross country scoring and swim timing among other
capabilities.
Time/Data
Entry
Times can be entered via grip switches or keyboard (10 key, touch),
start is recorded by grip switch, keyboard, or sound transducer (gun
sensing microphone). Bib numbers and menu choices for setting up the
time machine are entered via the keyboard. Inputs are displayed on the
liquid crystal display (LCD) as they are entered or recalled. Deletion
of times/bib numbers requires a five step key sequence to prevent
accidental loss of data. All data is preserved when time machine is
turned off.
Setups
The
keyboard is not only used for data entry, but also to select appropriate
timing methods or "setups" from the menu appearing on the LCD. A
multi-lane adapter allows connection of up to ten extra grip switches
(which may be lengthened using standard telephone jack cable). Control
of the grip switch setup is done from the keyboard. Timing mode, (cross
country, lap timing, lap training, track, or swimming), cross country
scoring, computer communication settings, are also set up on the
keyboard. All setups are saved in non-volatile memory for repeated use.
Download
Times/data can be downloaded to computers using such programs as
Runscore, Hytek, apple Raceberry jam, track on a MAC, and others. For
IBM compatible pc's, connections are included: for MACs, modem or
printer cables are used with supplied adapter and cable. Data is
downloaded as it is recorded or may be retransmitted (by event number)
at a later time.
Power
The time machine uses lead acid batteries that like to be recharged
often and have a predictable discharge rate. This allows the time
machine to turn off the printer when the voltage gets low, but
continues recording times for the next 2-4 hours. You may charge the
time machine while operating or operate it from a vehicle (12 v.)
Battery. Batteries may be replaced by the user by a simple solder
joint at two connections, or, for a nominal fee, we will do it.
Printing
You may select the most
appropriate printing choice from the menu. Events may be reprinted at
any time, in different formats. The Seiko printer uses thermal paper
available at most office supply stores (caution: take the time machine
with you and try it)
Versatility
The
time machine allows you to register up nine multiple or "wave" starts.
Ability to change the event or chute/lane number lessens the need for
multiple timers. If the race is so large or spread out that you have to
use more than one timer, the time machine can synchronize itself to
other time machines prior to or during conduct of the race. Also, for
the computer enhanced user, the time machine may be controlled by the
download (or "host") computer (the connection works both ways!).
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