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- Page 1 MODEL C846 SHOW JUMPING TIMER INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 2 NOTE The C846 timer can now add added time (time penalties) to the displayed time. This is switched on and off at the same time as the countdown option is set. If the timer is stopped, the calculation is made when...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents GETTING STARTED ................1 THE TIMER SCREEN ................2 SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE TIMER ..........3 ..................3 EMORY ..................... 3 ................4 ETTING SHOW JUMPING - NORMAL COMPETITIONS ......5 ................5 TANDARD IMING ..............5 INGLE PERATION .............. - Page 4 IMPORTANT NOTES Ø The display screen goes blank after a period of inactivity in order to save power. The timer is still switched on, and timing will be started as normal. Starting the timer or pressing or any of the ZERO keypad buttons will activate the screen.
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Page 5: Getting Started
Getting Started Before use the timer (and the wire-free heads) should be charged for 24 hours. One charger will charge the timer and two heads all at the same time. To charge, plug the charger lead into the socket on CHARGE the rear of the timer. -
Page 6: The Timer Screen
The Timer Screen In menu mode, the screen displays a list of settings and the particular option selected for each setting. In timing mode, the screen is divided into four areas, as illustrated: Settings bar Time display Status bar Information area Settings bar: this shows some of the settings that have been selected for the current timing mode. -
Page 7: Special Features Of The Timer
Special Features of the Timer Gate Memory Normally the start or finish gate must be armed before a competitor crossing the beam will start or stop the timer. A gate is armed by pulling the switch towards you. The gate is disarmed by START GATE FINISH GATE pushing the switch away from you. -
Page 8: Bell Mode Setting
Bell Mode Setting This has different effects in different timing modes. The setting is automatically changed to the default value each time the timing mode is changed. You must alter the 'Bell mode' setting after changing the timing mode if you do not want to use the default setting. -
Page 9: Show Jumping - Normal Competitions
Show Jumping - Normal Competitions Standard Timing Press the button to switch the timer on. ZERO The simplest way to program the timer for straightforward show jumping timing is to press 1 when the menu is displayed. This is displayed when the timer is first switched on and can be recalled at Welcome any time by pressing followed by... -
Page 10: Countdown Timer
Countdown Timer The countdown timer starts at 45 seconds and counts down to zero. If the competitor has not crossed the start beam by that time, the timer is started automatically. This setting also determines whether time penalties are added to the time shown on the screen and the public display. - Page 11 The Show Jumping timing screen must be visible to perform the following functions. To enter a competitor number: Key in the competitor number, then press The competitor number appears at the bottom of the screen, and may also be shown on the public display.
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Page 12: Show Jumping - Two Phase Competitions
Show Jumping - Two Phase Competitions Introduction To time a two phase competition, three gates are normally used. If wired heads are used, an optional 'Two Phase Adapter' will be required so that the start and intermediate heads can both be plugged into the start socket on the timer. In the arena: Set the start gate to CH1-S... -
Page 13: Timing In Two Adjacent Rings
Timing in Two Adjacent Rings To time 2 two phase competitions in adjacent rings using wire-free heads, the C846 timer can be set so that phase 1 is started using a head set to the finish position. This is counter-intuitive but is the only way it can be done whilst retaining compatibility with older equipment. -
Page 14: Using Only One Or Two Gates
Using Only One or Two Gates The start gate and the intermediate gate can be combined: Set the start/intermediate gate to CH1-S Set the finish gate to CH1-F Set the gate channel on the timer to Operate the timer exactly as you would if there were three heads. {this only uses one radio channel, so a normal competition can be run in an adjacent ring using channel The intermediate gate and the finish gate can be combined: Set the start gate to... -
Page 15: Marathon Timing
Preset: Enter the time in hours, minutes and seconds, using the numeric keys. Press when the external chronometer reaches the time you have entered. The C846 clock will start as soon as is pressed. To change the way the time is shown on the Public display:... -
Page 16: Time Of Day Mode
Time of Day Mode The time of day is displayed on the screen (and on the public display) in hours and minutes. Seconds are not displayed. If an optional temperature probe is connected to the socket on the rear of the timer, the time and temperature will alternate. -
Page 17: Results
Results Results are available only for Show Jumping competitions. For the recorded results to be meaningful you should: Check that the date entered in the timer is correct (see page 12). Enter a new class number for each class (see p 6). Enter the correct allowed time and fault rate for each class and for each phase of a two phase competition (see p 6). -
Page 18: Gates
Gates Setting Up Attach the heads and reflectors to tripods and set at each side of start and finish lines (maximum distance of head from reflector is 30 metres, minimum is 5 metres). Push tripods into ground slightly, tighten leg locking-nuts to ensure that tripods are firm and point the reflector towards the head. -
Page 19: Charging And Battery Care
Charging and Battery Care It is best to charge the heads 24 hours before and after each use. You cannot overcharge. Every 3 months the batteries should be fully discharged, and then recharged for at least 24 hours. This should be done even when the equipment is not used (in winter for example). Also see page 17. -
Page 20: Public Displays And Accessories
Public Displays and Accessories Remote Buttons Remote buttons give the course judge as well as the timing judge START STOP BELL COUNTDOWN control of the timing. The button console is connected to the remote socket on the rear of the timer. A version with a built-in time display is available. -
Page 21: Power, Batteries And Charging
48 hours. Then test the batteries as follows: C846 timer - disconnect the charger. Switch the timer on, making sure the timer is zeroed. Leave for 16 hours. If the timer is still on, press zero to light the display. If the 'low battery' warning is not showing, then the batteries are in good condition. -
Page 22: Menus
Menus Some menus simply prompt for one of a number of keys to be pressed. Other menus offer a list of items of which one is highlighted. You then press to highlight the item you want to change. ¯ If the item requires a numeric value, key it in and press again, or press to set the value. -
Page 23: List Of All Menu Options
List of All Menu Options Here is a list of all the menu items and the available options: Main Menu To display the Main Menu: press (the main menu cannot be displayed when the results are MENU being viewed). Main Menu Item Available Options Timing mode: Show Jumping... - Page 24 Set Class Menu - Show Jumping To display the Set Class Menu: press (this menu only applies to show jumping and can SET CLASS only be reached if the show jumping timing screen is being viewed). Menu Item Available Options Class: {key in the class number} Round:...
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Page 25: Controls And Indicators
Controls and Indicators Timer Base Used to turn the timer power on. ZERO Sets the timer to zero if it is stopped. You cannot zero the timer when it is running or in time of day or test modes. When this button is pressed the screen will switch on if it has gone blank (standby mode). - Page 26 Keypad Switches the timer off. Turns on both the public display and slave display if they have been turned off. DISP ON Turns off both the public display and slave display. DISP OFF Turns off the slave display if it is showing the fastest time. FAST OFF Displays the list of dates and class numbers for which results are available (not all RESULTS...
- Page 27 Buzzer This sounds whenever one of the buttons is pressed and performs a function (but not, for example, if the stop button is pressed with the timer stopped). Except in time of day and test modes, a longer note sounds whenever a gate beam is crossed.
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Page 28: Connectors
Connectors A rubber aerial is clipped inside the lid. Insert it into the socket in the right hand edge AERIAL of the lid if wire-free gates are to be used. Do not lose the aerial as replacements are expensive. An aerial extension cable is available for use if reception is poor. Rear of timer Connection for a remote start, stop, bell and countdown start buttons (sometimes REMOTE... -
Page 29: Troubleshooting And Repairs
Troubleshooting and repairs GUARANTEE: We have a 12 month guarantee which offers repair without charge for parts or labour. We do not offer on-site repair and it is the customer's responsibility to return faulty equipment to our works. The guarantee does not cover items that have been damaged. We will not accept responsibility for consequential loss of any sort (including hire charges). -
Page 30: Glossary
Glossary Italics indicate that a word or phrase is explained elsewhere in the glossary. The up arrow key on the keypad. The down arrow key on the keypad. ¯ The left arrow key on the keypad. ¬ The right arrow key on the keypad. ®... - Page 31 Gate memory A function within the timer that enables a correct time to be obtained even if the gates are not armed when a competitor passes the start or finish. See page 3 for more details. Head The active part of the gate. It signals to the timer (either by wire or by radio) when a competitor crosses the start or finish.
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