Speed Trap Setup - RaceAmerica 5830 Manual

SPEED TRAP SETUP

Each Speed Trap T-Link unit is configured
with a unique ID code and a wireless optimizer
code. These codes are listed on the identity label
located on the bottom of the T-Link unit. Valid
T-Link ID codes are 'C' for Trap sensors and 'Z'
for scoreboard and PC interfaces.. The wireless
optimizer code is also listed on the identity
label. The optimizer code identifies wireless
communications optimization and compatibility
with other T-Link units.
Install the antennas on all T-Link units. If the
antenna is to be bent down for transport, loosen
the antenna slightly and rotate the upper portion of
the antenna into position. Hold the upper portion
of the antenna while tightening the knurled area
on the bottom portion of the antenna.
Position the T-Link unit with ID 'C' at the
speed trap with the cable extended between the
Speed and Finish sensors as shown in the diagram.
Plug the Speed Trap into the T-Port connector on
the 5830C T-Link unit.
Align Status
Pulsing - Aligned
OFF - Speed NOT aligned
ON - Finish NOT aligned
RF Receive Status
Blink - Receive
Figure 1 - T-Link power and external connections
RaceAmerica 5830 Wireless Speed Trap
NOTE: It is very important to set-up the speed
trap electronics at exactly the designated spacing
and in a perfect rectangle to make sure optimal
accuracy will be attained. Positioning the infra
red beams about six inches off the ground will
minimize false trips.
Power on the T-Link (ID 'C'). The right LED
will illuminate immediately. If the SPEED
sensor is not aligned with the beam emitter, the
left LED will be OFF; if the FINISH sensor is
not aligned, the left LED will be ON. When both
sensors are aligned, the left LED will blink at a
regular interval (the 'heart beat') indicating proper
operation. If the left LED blinks ON solid or OFF
solid, the track sensor is out of alignment. Utilize
the alignment functions included with the large
display to monitor alignment.
For initial alignment, start with both beams
out of alignment (LED ON). The LED will go
out when the finish beam is in alignment; once the
finish beam is aligned, the LED will pulse when
the Speed beam is aligned.
Power On/RF Transmit
ON - Power ON
Blink - Transmit
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