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- Page 1 表紙 Thank you for purchasing SEIKO SPORTS PRINTER CT-2000. Before using your SEIKO SPORTS PRINTER, please read this manual carefully for its proper use and care. Keep this manual handy for ready reference.
- Page 2 （4） SEIKO shall not be liable for any failure of this product or direct or indirect damages resulting from such failure if such failure is caused due to abuse or misuse of the product, failure to...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
ー TABLE OF CONTENTS － 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................. 1 2. INTRODUCTION ................................3 2.1 Overview ........................... 3 2.2 Features ..........................3 2.3 Lap Time and Split Time ....................4 2.4 System Components ......................4 2.5 How to Open the Case ..................... 5 2.6 Power Supply ........................ - Page 4 5.5 Time Correction Mode (Measurement Mode No. 5) ............30 5.5.1 Features ..........................................30 5.5.2 Operating Method (Master Unit) ..............................30 5.5.3 Example Printout (Master Unit) ............................... 32 5.5.4 Operating Method (Secondary Unit) ............................32 5.5.5 Example Printout (Secondary Unit) ............................. 34 5.6 Auto Measurement-1 Mode (Measurement Mode No.
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Page 5: Safety Precautions
If the Product is used continuously without being reconditioned, an electric shock or fire may result. Call your nearby SEIKO dealer or agent for repair. Never operate the Product with wet hands. An electric shock or malfunction may result. - Page 6 Do not drop the Product, or hit it strongly against hard objects. CAUTION A malfunction or injury may result. When connecting the Product with any accessory, optional or other device, check that the connection is performed properly and securely. A malfunction or failure may result. Do not twist or pull strongly the cables to connect the Product with the grip switch, or optional or other devices, or do not place any heavy object on the cables.
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Page 7: Introduction
By using resin case, high durability has been achieved. If the dry batteries are installed when CT-2000 is powered by AC adapter, the power source can be quickly switched over to the batteries in case of failure of AC power supply, to ensure constant operation. -
Page 8: Lap Time And Split Time
Split time: Time required to go from the start to any given point of the entire distance. 2.4 System Components ① CT-2000 main body 1 unit ② GS-51 grip switch (with 2.5 m cable) 2 units ③ AC adapter (with 5 m cable) 1 unit ④... -
Page 9: How To Open The Case
2.6 Power Supply CT-2000 can be supplied with the power from two sources. One is the power source connected @@@@@ (AC adapter or external battery), and the other is either of the two sets of dry batteries. -
Page 10: Names And Functions Of Parts
3. NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS 3.1 Battery Compartment ③ ③ ① ② Name Function BATT.1 ① Open the battery compartment cover, and install the batteries. BATT.2 ② The LED of the compartment of the batteries in use lights up. ③... -
Page 11: Connector Section
* For details, refer to【6.9 PC DATA (Output of Data to Personal ① PC DATA Computer 】on P. 50. Connect AC adapter included with CT-2000 or an external battery. After connection, be sure to fix the cable securely in the same manner ② DC12V IN as you would turn the screw. -
Page 12: Printer Section
Be sure to use the one for exclusive use with CT-2000. Roll paper ③ It is recommended that a new roll paper be installed when CT-2000 is used for timing in a competition. It is an ink ribbon cassette for use with the printer. -
Page 13: How To Install A Roll Paper
3.3.1 How to Install a Roll Paper ① Open the printer cover, turn on the POWER switch, and take out the paper holder. ② Insert the edge of the paper into the paper inlet of the printer. ③ Press to feed the paper until the edge of the roll paper comes out from the outlet. - Page 14 ④ Insert the paper holder into the roll paper. ⑤ Set the roll paper in position in the printer, and close the printer cover. - 10 -...
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Page 15: How To Replace The Ribbon Cassette
3.3.2 How to Replace the Ribbon Cassette * When the roll paper has been installed inside the printer, take it out temporarily before replacing the ribbon cassette. ① Open the printer cover and then ribbon cassette cover. ② Push the “PUSH” portion of the ribbon cassette to remove it. -
Page 16: Monitor Section
When the number of data stored in memory reaches 3,000, new measurement will be printed out but will not be stored in memory for later recall. When the bib No. input device is connected to CT-2000, new measurement will be neither printed out nor stored in memory. -
Page 17: Memory Block
3.4.2 Memory Block The measurement data obtained from the start of the timer until it is stopped and reset is stored in memory as one block of data. The block No. is assigned to each block automatically, and the data can be recalled and reprinted by designating the corresponding block No. -
Page 18: Time Unit
3.4.4 TIME UNIT 10 types of measurement increments are available. The time unit No. of the measurement unit currently in use is indicated on the monitor section. The measurement data is stored in memory and printed out using the selected measurement unit. -
Page 19: Operation Section
3.5 Operation Section ⑥ ⑫ ⑪ ⑧ ⑨ ⑦ ⑩ ⑬ ② ③ ④ ① ⑤ Name Function Pressing it alone will not work. MASTER ① It works when being pressed simultaneously with another button. M START By pressing this button while keeping “MASTER” pressed, the timer starts. ②... - Page 20 Name Function By pressing this button while keeping “MASTER” pressed, the mode changes to “Recall”. M RECALL ⑧ * For details, refer to【6.4 Memory Recall】on P. 44. LEFT When setting items, press this button to move the cursor to left. By pressing this button while keeping “MASTER”...
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Page 21: Setting Procedure
Press to register the setting you have made. The registered time/calendar setting is retained inside CT-2000. * When “POWER” switch is turned on, the time/calendar you registered previously is shown. Set the time/calendar newly each time you turn on the power. -
Page 22: Dry Battery Setting
Press to register the setting you have made. The registered dry battery setting is retained inside CT-2000. * Even when only the AC adapter is used, be sure to make the dry battery setting above. In that case, select [Alkaline] or [Ni-MH] as desired. -
Page 23: Measurement Mode Setting
4.3 Measurement Mode Setting ① The measurement mode selection display is shown. After the dry battery setting is registered, the display changes over to the measurement mode selection display automatically. ② Move the cursor to select the desired measurement mode. Press @@@, @@@, @@@@ @@@@... -
Page 24: List Of Setting Items Available For Each Measurement Mode
4.3.1 List of Setting Items Available for Each Measurement Mode The setting items marked with “✓” are available for the respective measurement modes. The registered settings are retained inside CT-2000. Measurement Mode No. Setting item Setting value Remarks Measurement unit ✓... -
Page 25: How To Start Each Measurement Mode
4.4 How to Start Each Measurement Mode ① Move the cursor in the measurement mode selection display. Press @@@, @@@, @@@@ @@@@ move the cursor to [Start] of the measurement mode you wish to use. Press to register the setting you have made. ②... -
Page 26: Measurement Mode
5. MEASUREMENT MODE 5.1 Counting Mode (Measurement Mode No. 1) 5.1.1 Features This measurement mode is suitable for such sports events as track races, marathon, cycle road races, and Nordic ski races. Order of arrival and split time are printed out each time a measurement is made from the start to the finish. -
Page 27: Example Printout
③ Stop the timer. Press while keeping @@@@ pressed to stop the timer. Before the timer is reset, stop and reset of the timer can be repeated as many times as necessary with the measurement data being stored in the same block No. ④... -
Page 28: Parallel Counting Mode (Measurement Mode No. 2)
5.2 Parallel Counting Mode (Measurement Mode No. 2) 5.2.1 Features This measurement mode is suitable for such sports events as track races, marathon, swimming, cycle road races, speed skating, and boat and canoe races. Split time can be measured lane by lane (or racer by racer). Lane No. -
Page 29: Example Printout
④ Reset the timer. Press while keeping @@@@ pressed to stop the timer. When the timer is reset, the display returns to the one shown in Step ① above, and the block No. is incremented by one. 5.2.3 Example Printout Measurement Measurement unit mode... -
Page 30: Parallel Lap/Split Time Measurement Mode (Measurement Mode No. 3)
5.3 Parallel Lap/Split Time Measurement Mode (Measurement Mode No. 3) 5.3.1 Features This measurement mode is suitable for such sports events as track races, swimming, cycle road races, speed skating and motor sports. Lap times and split times can be measured lane by lane (or racer by racer). Lane No. -
Page 31: Example Printout
④ Reset the timer. Press while keeping @@@@ pressed to stop the timer. When the timer is reset, the display returns to the one shown in Step ①above, and the block No. is incremented by one. 5.3.3 Example Printout Measurement Measurement unit mode Block No. -
Page 32: Parallel Delayed Start Mode (Measurement Mode No. 4)
5.4 Parallel Delayed Start Mode (Measurement Mode No. 4) 5.4.1 Features This measurement mode is suitable for such sports events as marathon and Nordic ski races. Time measurement of each racer can be made in a race where not all the racers start at the same time but they start at different times at certain intervals. -
Page 33: Example Printout
③ Measure the time. Input a CH signal from a grip switch, or press @@@, to measure the time. ④ Stop the timer. Press while keeping @@@@ pressed to stop the timer. ⑤ Reset the timer. Press while keeping @@@@ pressed to stop the timer. -
Page 34: Time Correction Mode (Measurement Mode No. 5)
Secondary units with the Master. After checking that synchronization has been achieved disconnect the sync cables. * The sync signal is output to all units of CT-2000 when the minute digits of the current time is incremented irrespective of whether they are designated as [Master] or [secondary]. - Page 35 ③ Set the scheduled start time. Press to set the time digits. Press @@@@ @@@@ to move the cursor. Press to register the time you have set. Time before scheduled start time Scheduled start time Current time ④ Input a start signal. Input a start signal from an external device, or press while keeping pressed.
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Page 36: Example Printout (Master Unit)
Start signal input test Actual start time Time difference Order of arrival 5.5.4 Operating Method (Secondary Unit) ① Designate the CT-2000 unit as Secondary unit. Press to select [Secondary], and press to register the setting. ② Synchronize Secondary units with Master. The current time displayed will be corrected. - Page 37 ③ Set the scheduled start time. Press to set the time digits. Press @@@@ @@@@ to move the cursor. Press to register the time you have set. Time before scheduled start time Scheduled start time Current time ④ Input the difference between the scheduled and actual start time.
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Page 38: Example Printout (Secondary Unit)
⑨ Reset the timer. Press while keeping @@@@ pressed to stop the timer. When the timer is reset, the display returns to the one shown in Step ① above, and the block No. is incremented by one. 5.5.5 Example Printout (Secondary Unit) Measurement Measurement unit mode... -
Page 39: Auto Measurement-1 Mode (Measurement Mode No. 6)
5.6 Auto Measurement-1 Mode (Measurement Mode No. 6) 5.6.1 Features This measurement mode is designed mainly for measurement in individual practice performed alone. A start sound can be generated at a random interval after a starting cue corresponding to “Take your marks.” * New measurement starts automatically after the interval time you have set has elapsed. -
Page 40: Example Printout
④ Reaction time is calculated. The time elapsed after the start sound until swimmer’s feet have left the starting block connected to CH1 is calculated. * For 5 seconds after the reaction time is measured, lap/split time measurement cannot be made. ⑤... -
Page 41: Auto Measurement-2 Mode (Measurement Mode No. 7)
5.7 Auto Measurement-2 Mode (Measurement Mode NO. 7) 5.7.1 Features This measurement mode is designed for measurement in individual practice of sports events that require lap/split time measurement. A start sound can be generated at a random interval after a starting cue corresponding to “Take your marks.”... -
Page 42: Example Printout
④ Lap/split times are measured. The photo beam unit connected with CH1 measures lap/split times. * For 5 seconds after the timer starts counting and after a lap/split time is measured, new lap/split time measurement cannot be made. ⑤ A sound to signal the final lap rings. When the final lap starts, a sound to signal the final lap is generated. -
Page 43: Speed Measurement Mode (Measurement Mode No. 8)
5.8 Speed Measurement Mode (Measurement Mode No. 8) 5.8.1 Features The average speed in a given section of the entire distance is measured. The distance of the measurement section can be set from 1 m to 100 m in 10-cm increments. Up to 10 measurement sections can be set. -
Page 44: Example Printout
② The speed is measured. The speed is measured when a signal is input from each of the photo beam units connected with respective CH connectors. The average speeds in the distance from the start to a given section and in such section only are measured. * If the speed below the lower limit ([min]) or above the upper limit ([max]) of the normal speed range you have set is measured, the speed measurement on the printout is marked with [S] or [F], respectively. -
Page 45: Other Functions
6. OTHER FUNCTIONS 6.1 Start Time Setting Start time other than “0” second can be set. This function is available in the following measurement modes: ・ Counting Mode (Measurement Mode No. 1) ・ Parallel Counting Mode (Measurement Mode No. 2) ・... -
Page 46: Resetting Order Of Arrival
While the timer is counting, the order of arrival can be reset to increment from “0001” as many times as necessary. This function is convenient when only one unit of CT-2000 is used to measure times at more than one points such as intermediate and finish points. -
Page 47: Inputting Bib No
・ Time Correction Mode (inputting time difference from the start time) (Measurement Mode No. 5) * For the setting procedure, refer to【4.3 Measurement Mode Setting】on P. 19. * Please note that, when a bib No. input device is used with CT-2000, up to 3,000 measurement data can be stored in memory or printed out. -
Page 48: Memory Recall
6.4 Memory Recall The measurement data stored in memory can be recalled and checked on the display of the monitor section. * When no data is stored in memory, or while the timer is counting in any of the measurement modes, the memory recall function is disabled. -
Page 49: Reprinting Data In Memory
6.5 Reprinting Data in Memory The measurement data stored in memory can be reprinted as necessary. * When no data is stored in memory, or while the timer is counting in any of the measurement modes, the function to reprint data in memory is disabled. 6.5.1 Operating Method ①... -
Page 50: How To Clear Data In Memory
6.6 How to Clear Data in Memory The measurement data stored in memory can be cleared. * By performing the procedure below, all the measurement data in memory is cleared. It is not possible to clear the data one by one or block by block. 6.6.1 Operating Method ①... -
Page 51: Lock Switch
6.7 LOCK Switch This switch is intended to prevent mistaken operation of the operation buttons. By sliding LOCK switch located inside the printer cover to “ON” position, all the buttons except FEED button are disabled. While the switch is in “ON” position, START and CH signals can be input from external devices including a grip switch. -
Page 52: Sync (Synchronization)
Mode to【5.5 Time Correction 】on P. 30. * Up to 10 units of CT-2000 can be synchronized with each output of a sync signal. 6.8.1 Method of Synchronization via Start Signal ① Set the start time. Set the same start time on all the units of CT-2000. - Page 53 ② Connect Secondary units with sync cables. After the timer of Master unit has indicated [00:04:00], connect Secondary units with sync cables. Sync cable ・・・ Master Secondary-1 Secondary-2 Secondary-10 ③ A sync signal is output from Master unit. A sync signal is output from Master unit to synchronize all Secondary units. - 49 -...
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Page 54: Pc Data (Output Of Data To Personal Computer)
* USB cable is an option sold separately. CT-2000 has a USB Type B connector. CT-2000 uses an FTDI USB-serial converter IC, and it is necessary to install a driver on the Download, from the FTDI website below, Virtual COM Port Driver (VCP) that supports the OS of the PC, and check that it is installed properly on the PC. -
Page 55: Data Format
6.9.2 Data Format Data content Value (ASCII) Details START UNIT Model code MODE Measurement mode No. '1'～'8' CODE Reset Stop ' ' (space) Running Input CH signal Print CH data Print lap time (Parallel Lap/Split Time Measurement Mode) Print start time (Parallel Delayed Start Mode) Time data when CH signal is input (Parallel Delayed Start Mode) -
Page 56: Data Format (Speed)
6.9.3 Data Format (Speed) Data content Value (ASCII) Details START COMMAND SPEED Hundreds digit '0'～'9' or ' ' Tens digit '0'～'9' or ' ' Units digit '0'～'9' or ' ' '-' or ' ' First decimal place digit '0'～'9' or ' ' Second decimal place digit '0'～'9' or ' ' DELIMITER... -
Page 57: Troubleshooting
No. input device. Input a bib No. a CH signal. P. 43 Skip input of bib No. CT-2000 is used in low Warm ribbon cassette. temperatures. Characters print faintly. Ribbon cassette is depleted or Replace ribbon cassette with a P. -
Page 58: Specifications
8. SPECIFICATIONS Time accuracy Accuracy of crystal oscillator: ± 1 ppm (at a temperature of 25℃) Maximum 23 hours, 59 minutes, 59 seconds 999; Start time can also be set in hour, measurement minutes and seconds up to the maximum duration. duration Method of calculation Data and printout... - Page 59 - 55 -...
- Page 60 To qualify for the services under the guarantee, you must present your SEIKO SPORTS PRINTER CT-2000 to the retailer from whom it was purchased, or a service facility designated by us. Packaging and transportation charges are to be paid by the owner of the Product.