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Summary of Contents for Playcore Colorado Time Systems Championship Elite Start System
- Page 1 Championship Elite Start System User Instructions F1064 Rev 202311...
- Page 2 Colorado Time Systems Corporate Office 1551 East 11th Street Loveland, CO 80537 USA Sales: 1-800-279-0111 or +1 970-667-1000 Service: 1-800-287-0653 or +1 970-667-1000 FAX: +1 970-667-1032 Web: www.coloradotime.com Email: support@coloradotime.com Information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Pictures and illustrations may not accurately depict your version.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction .......................... 5 Installation and Maintenance .................... 5 Location Mounting Options Features ........................... 6 Control Panel and Connections .................... 7 Power Button ........................7 Status Indicator ........................ 7 Boot up Ready to Start Mode Visual start sequence Start and Recall Charging Navigation Controls ...................... - Page 4 Lane Indicator Intensity Reset All to Lane Indicators #1 through #13 Training Mode Settings ....................22 Start Training Interval setting Use VSS TYM (Take Your Mark) Record Custom TYM System/Advanced Settings .....................23 Auto Off Backlight Brightness Backlight Time Advanced Options Serial Number Advanced Options ......................24 Internal Strobe Intensity Start Signal Polarity...
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing Colorado Time Systems’ Championship Elite electronic start system. Its multi-purpose design makes the Championship Elite starter perfect for use as an electronic start system or a limited public address system. The Championship Elite Start System contains many features including multiple start tones, programable start messages, training mode, integrated Visual Start Signal (VSS), and ultra-bright adjustable LED strobes. -
Page 6: Mounting Options
Mounting Options Place the Championship Elite starter on a tabletop, or use the optional CTS tripod (TR-3) or flagpole mount (START-FPM-2) with its mounting bracket. Use the tripod or flagpole mount to gain greater freedom to place the Championship Elite starter in the most convenient location. -
Page 7: Control Panel And Connections
Control Panel and Connections Charging Status Port indicator Power button Navigation Microphone controls connection Lane speaker connection connection Wallplate External visual indicator / Speedlight connection connection Start Connection Power Button Press the power button for about 3 seconds to turn the unit on. Press and hold the power button for approximately 5 seconds to power the unit off. -
Page 8: Visual Start Sequence
When the battery indicator is blinking red, the device will shut itself down without warning after 20 minutes to preserve the battery. When the microphone is not connected, the status LED will blink yellow. Visual start sequence When VSS sequence is used, the light pattern will be presented on the internal strobe as well as all connected EVIs. -
Page 9: Speedlight Connection
down the chain will flash white twice. Starts cannot be activated during this brief boot up cycle. EVIs can function as either strobes or as lane indicators. When EVIs are set to function as lane indicators they operate at a reduced brightness level and are intended to be placed at the lanes close to the athletes. -
Page 10: Charging Port
Charging Port The charging port accepts the external power supply to charge the internal batteries. The provided power supply may only be used indoors. NOTE: For safety reasons, the Championship Elite Start System cannot be operated while charging. This keeps AC power away from the pool deck and reduces the possibility of electric shock. -
Page 11: Visual Start Signaling (Vss)
Visual Start Signaling (VSS) The Visual Start Signal (VSS) system provides a clear visual start sequence for all athletes and in particular athletes that are deaf or hard of hearing by utilizing the multi-color LED visual indicator(s) to signal the different segments of the start sequence. -
Page 12: Functionality With One Official
Functionality with one official The System is controlled by the starter official. To activate the VSS system connect the three button VSS controller to the VSS connection on the control panel. 1. The starter official calls the event with 4 or more short whistle blasts, twists their hand at chin level and pushes the top button on the VSS controller once. -
Page 13: Forward Start Signaling Overview
Forward Start Signaling Overview www.coloradotime.com... -
Page 14: Backstroke Start Signaling Overview
Backstroke Start Signaling Overview support@coloradotime.com +1 970-667-1000... -
Page 15: Operation
Operation Main Screen Navigation Use the up and down arrows to highlight the different options and use the left and right arrows to adjust customizable selections. 1: Internal Speaker Volume Select “Int. Spkr” with the up or down navigation arrow. Once highlighted adjust the volume of the internal speaker volume up or down using the left and right navigation arrows. -
Page 16: Battery
connections. “NONE” is displayed when no timer connection is detected for either the start output or wall plate connections. Battery The Championship Elite start system operates on a built-in 12 VDC power source. When the two batteries are fully charged, typical operation is more than 15 hours, depending on usage. -
Page 17: Starter's Microphone
Starter’s Microphone To use the starter’s microphone for public address, press the push-to- talk switch located on the top left side of the microphone and speak into the grille on the front of the microphone. To start a race, hold down the push-to-talk switch and press one of the two start buttons on the top of the microphone. -
Page 18: Strobe Usages: Internal And Evis Set As Strobes
Strobe Usages: Internal and EVIs set as Strobes The internal and an EVIs set to function as strobes flash automatically whenever the start system generates a start pulse and start tone. If officials, parents, and spectators attempt to start their stopwatches from the start tone, they will not get accurate starts. The relatively slow speed of sound (compared with the speed of light) generally results in late stopwatch starts for observers at any distance from the speakers. -
Page 19: Settings
Settings The Championship Elite start system offers a variety of settings to customize the experience for each environment. Navigation To enter the main menu, press the enter button located in the center of the navigation arrows. Once in the main menu, use the navigation arrows to move through the different options and press enter to select. -
Page 20: Start Settings
Start Settings Start Volume The Start volume is separate from the microphone volumes set in Audio settings or on the main screen. Choose between High, Medium, or Low for outdoors, indoors and in office environments. Note: High volume is greater than 120dB and should only be used in outdoor environments to avoid potential hearing damage. -
Page 21: Evi Configuration
EVI Configuration External Visual Indicator (EVI) settings is accessed via the Start Settings menu. See page 20 for details. Note: This option is only available when EVIs have been connected before powering on the Elite Starter. Strobe Intensity Set the intensity of all connected EVIs set as strobes with the left and right arrows between 1 (low) and high (8). -
Page 22: Training Mode Settings
Training Mode Settings Start Training Highlight Start Training with the up and down arrows and press enter to engage training mode. The device will display countdown and signals being relayed to athletes as well as the volume sliders to adjust the audio volume during training. To exit Training mode, use the back arrow to end and navigate back to the main menu. -
Page 23: System/Advanced Settings
System/Advanced Settings Auto Off Set the amount of time the starter will stay powered on without an input. The time interval will be reset when any input is received. If the time interval expires the device will shut down to preserve battery charge. The time interval can be set at either 30, 60 or 90 minutes. -
Page 24: Advanced Options
Advanced Options Internal Strobe Intensity Set the internal strobe intensity independent of the intensity set for EVIs functioning as strobes. Set the internal strobe intensity to SYNC to have the internal strobe automatically adjust to the strobe intensity set for EVIs in the EVI Configuration menu (Page 21). -
Page 25: Maintenance
Maintenance Your Championship Elite start system has been carefully designed to provide years of trouble-free service. No routine maintenance is necessary but following a few simple steps below will ensure that your Championship Elite continues to function at its optimum level. Batteries The usable life of the internal batteries can be extended by always keeping it fully charged and never allowing it to discharge completely. -
Page 26: Configuration Diagrams
Configuration Diagrams: The following diagrams illustrate typical configurations for integrating your Championship Elite start system with existing CTS equipment. Connection to Legacy Wallplate: Connect a CMP-WPxx cable from the Start System output of the legacy wallplate to the WALLPLATE connector on the Elite Stater. CMP-WPxx Connection to Gen7 In-Deck or Wallplate: Connect an R-015-706-xx cable (8 or 15 meters) from the WALLPLATE connector on... -
Page 27: Connection To Deckplate, Cable Harness, Or Timer
Connection to Deckplate, Cable harness, or Timer: Connect the banana jack end of an INF-SJ-xx cable to the start input on the Deckplate, Cable harness, or Timer, and connect the end with the 1/4in jack to the Start input on the Championship Elite Starter. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Symptom Action 1. Turn unit on by pressing the power button until it is on. If the LED indicator is red or the unit powers itself down Nothing Works. immediately, the battery is discharged. 2. Check all connections on Championship Elite control panel. 1. -
Page 29: Specifications
Specifications General Model SSE: Loudspeaker Start System consisting of a start module with built-in multi- color LED visual indicator, built-in 40-watt corrosion-resistant speaker, two (2) internal 12V gel-cell lead acid batteries, external indoor battery charger power supply, one plug- in microphone, and instruction guide. Physical Height: 6.5 inches Length: 14 inches... -
Page 30: Fcc Information
Appendix A FCC Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference. 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 31: Factory Default Settings
Appendix B Factory Default Settings Start Settings Start Volume Medium Strobe Intensity Start Tone CTS Beep Recall Tone CTS Beep Recall Time 15 Seconds Training Mode Settings Interval 15 Seconds TYM (Take Your Mark) Standard Audio Settings Internal Speaker Volume Middle position Lane Speaker Volume Middle position... -
Page 32: Auxiliary Equipment
Appendix C Auxiliary Equipment TR-3 External Visual CTS Tripod Indicator R-015-747-xxx START-FPM-2 EVI Connection cable Pole mount kit for available in lengths of CTS starters. 15ft, 125ft, 10m, or 50m. R-015-752 EVI-FPM Elite Start System Y- Pole mount kit for splitter to legacy EVIs Speedlights... - Page 33 Customer Service Department www.coloradotime.com Email: support@coloradotime.com Phone: +1 970-667-1000 Toll Free U.S. and Canada 1 800-287-0653 Fax: +1 970-667-1032...
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