lynx System Developers FinishLynx Gold Package Quick Start Manual page 3

FinishLynx Gold Package
Introduction
In this QSG, you will learn how to configure the FinishLynx network, set up the EtherLynx Vision camera and align it with the finish line
using the remote positioner and remote lens. You will also learn how to capture, evaluate, and print a FinishLynx results image, configure
FinishLynx to work with the scoreboard, and import a start list created in LynxPad.
Step 1: Go to the Track
Bring your FinishLynx system (and an assistant) to the
track. Make sure there is power available for your
computers and for the Power over Ethernet switch. The
EtherLynx Vision camera and the IdentiLynx camera
will receive their power via the Ethernet data cables.
Set up a table near the finish line, ideally on the infield
if power is available. The finish line should have black
lane markers painted or taped on the finish. If not, we
suggest you use black matte tape to designate lane
lines. This will help you align the camera and get clearer
images.
Step 2: Install the Software
A. FinishLynx
Install using the Lynx USB Flash Drive included with your system
or download the latest version of FinishLynx at:
www.finishlynx.com/product/software/finishlynx-results-software/
Follow the instructions on your screen to install FinishLynx and
the RadioLynx (RL) and Auto-Capture Mode (ACM) Plug-ins.
When prompted, enter the serial numbers found in the USB flash
drive.
1) Start FinishLynx by clicking the Windows
selecting FinishLynx.
2) Verify that you have correctly installed the ACM and RL Plug-
from the Menu bar and selecting About....
in by clicking Help
When the About FinishLynx
RL Plug-ins are listed with the serial numbers you entered
during installation.
Step 3: Evaluate a Sample Image
1. Start FinishLynx. Click File
2. Double-click Sprint.evn
Note: This sample is a two-camera image. Your Gold System
uses only one line-scan camera and produces single-camera
images.
3. Click the mouse once on the torso of a competitor on the left
side of the screen. A red hairline appears. Enter the lane
number for the athlete in the identification box.
Step 4: Configure the Network for Windows 10 & 11
1. Go to the Windows Control
By with a drop-down arrow. Click the drop-down arrow and
choose Small or Large Icons.
2. Find and double click on Network and Sharing
are listed alphabetically by icon name.
FinishLynx Gold Package Quick Start Guide – for Vision cameras
Start button and
dialog appears, the ACM and
| Open....
to open the sample event.
Panel. On the top right is
Center. They
B. LynxPad
Install using the Lynx USB flash drive or download the latest
version of LynxPad at:
www.finishlynx.com/product/event-management/lynxpad/
Follow the instructions on your screen to install LynxPad. When
prompted, enter the serial number found on your Lynx USB Flash
Drive.
Note: You should right-click on the installer and select
Administrator to install LynxPad, if you do not, you will not be
able to print from LynxPad.
on your computer. The finisher's time appears in
4. Press Enter
the start list above the image.
5. Repeat these steps for all the competitors on the screen. You
have just successfully evaluated a race in FinishLynx.
6. Click File | Close
later for practice evaluation, click
changes. Close FinishLynx.
View 3. This will open the
is a blue section titled Control Panel Home.
4. Click on the Change Adapter Settings
5. A new window will
connections. Right-click
Quick Start Guide
window. If you want to reuse the image
No when asked to save your
Network and Sharing Center. On the left
icon.
open displaying your network
on the Wireless
Run as
Network
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