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Page 2: User Manual
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page User manual... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Line keyboard ......................10 2.1.3. Main keyboard ......................11 2.2. Back ...........................12 2.3. Connectors .........................12 2.4. Side ............................13 2.5. Materials in the REI2 package ...................13 CONVENTIONS ......................14 STARTING ........................15 4.1. Introduction........................15 4.2. First switching on.......................15 4.2.1. Synchronization ......................15 4.2.2. Data not valid message ....................16 OPERATIONAL PHILOSOPHY................17... - Page 4 Selecting signal type ......................50 3.3. Selecting working frequency .....................50 3.4. Impulse transmission......................51 3.5. The repeat function ......................51 3.6. Acquiring a speed.......................51 3.7. Hardware resetting ......................52 3.8. Memory resetting .......................52 3.9. Synchronization .........................52 3.10. Downloading data onto REI2.....................53 3.11. Modem function.........................53 3.12. Maintenance ........................54...
- Page 5 REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 3.12.1. Encoder Enc003 ......................54 3.12.2. EncRadio Enc004 and Encoder Enc005 ..............54 3.12.3. Decoder e DecRadio ....................54 LICENCES ........................55 FIGURES ........................56 5.1. Linkgate EncRadio......................56 5.2. Linkgate DecRadio ......................58 5.3. DecRadio..........................58 5.4. Taking the speed ........................59 INTRODUCTION TO LINKPOD................61...
- Page 6 REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page Index of figures Fig. 1 – Overview..........................8 Fig. 2 – Printer compartment .......................9 Fig. 3 – Line keyboard ........................10 Fig. 4 – Main keyboard ........................11 Fig. 5 – Back (connectors) .........................12 Fig. 6 – Left side (speacker connector)....................13 Fig.
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Page 7: Introduction
• Connections for analogue and digital devices • Serial connections for connection of computers and displayboards REI2 is part of a series of products created by Microgate for the management of sports events. The main products which can be connected to REI2 include: •... -
Page 8: A Look At Rei2
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 2. A look at REI2 2.1. START STOP 0:11.539 Fig. 1 – Overview Printer compartment Graphic display Line keyboard Main keyboard... -
Page 9: Printer Compartment
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 2.1.1. Printer compartment Fig. 2 – Printer compartment Slot for spindle Paper compartment Thermal head Roller Head block lever <Reset> button for complete annulment of REI2... -
Page 10: Line Keyboard
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 2.1.2. Line keyboard Fig. 3 – Line keyboard <LCK> Software block on the lines selected by the user with activation signal led <ARM> Immediate Rearm on the lines selected by the user with activation signal led <LCK>... -
Page 11: Main Keyboard
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 2.1.3. Main keyboard START STOP 0:11.539 Fig. 4 – Main keyboard <F1> <F2> <F3> <F4> <F5> function keys <Printer> key: when pressed alone it winds the paper forward, together with the <ALT>... -
Page 12: Back
7. Seriale I/O ‘B’ for computer connection. The two connections can supply and receive different data simultaneously 8. Connection for displayboards 9. Connection for REI2 NET network – a number of REI2 operators collaborate at the same event 10. Start line input 11. Lap line input 12. -
Page 13: Side
Fig. 6 – Left side (speacker connector) External speaker connector 2.5. Materials in the REI2 package REI2 is supplied togetherwith the following material: • The REI2 stopwatch • A bag for transport • Adaptor/battery charger • REI2 / PC connection cable... -
Page 14: Conventions
3. Conventions In this manual the keys to be pressed are shown inside chevrons. For example, press <F1> means the yellow key marked F1, while the options proposed by REI2 are indicated in bold type. This symbol draws your attention to points about which you must be particularly careful. -
Page 15: Starting
4.1. Introduction The best way to learn to use Microgate’s REI2 stopwatch is to begin trying. Bear in mind that there is no sequence of keys which can damage your stopwatch. However, make sure you read this manual carefully before connecting any accessories. -
Page 16: Data Not Valid Message
*** SYNCHRONIZATION *** <F4> key 09:30:00.0000 Input hour 03/06/2003 Input date Correct OK menu REI2 is now ready to be synchronized. Give a short *** SYNCHRONIZATION *** impulse with the <STA> key 09:30:00.0000 Input hour 03/06/2003 Input date START to synchronize! -
Page 17: Operational Philosophy
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 5. Operational philosophy The various choices possible as regards the various menu choices, the various options and the various modifiable values are assigned each time to the 5 function keys <F1>…<F5>. All the operational choices are shown on the bottom line of the display. -
Page 18: Synchronization Of Rei2'S Internal Clock
6.2. Modifying synchronization value In certain situations it may be necessary to change the synchronization of REI2 to align it with other devices which cannot be resynchronized. After establishing the gap in synchronization between the two devices (for example with a stop in parallel), insert its value as ‘Time change’ (paying attention to the alignment;... - Page 19 REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page The signal is generated by switching pin 6 of the I/O digital port to level 0.
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Page 20: Battery Recharge
To recharge the batteries, connect the plug for recharging to any continuous current supply between 11 and 24 volts. In the REI2 package a special adaptor is provided for mains power supply (220V). To recharge the batteries or completely discharge them, REI2 must remain switched on. -
Page 21: Interrupt
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 7.3. Interrupt With this function the discharge and recharge phases are interrupted. REI2 returns to maintenance status until external power is present. -
Page 22: Battery Capacity Measurement
This operation should be repeated every 6 months to offset natural deterioration in the performance of the internal batteries. First REI2 discharges the batteries, then it fully recharges them, discharges them and finally fully recharges them again. All these operations take about 24 hours. -
Page 23: Race Management
Page 9. Race management REI2 can memorise up to 8 different races and their relative configurations. It is possible to suspend a race at any moment, to manage a different one and then to retrieve the suspended race. As soon as REI2 has finished checking synchronization and memory content it activates the race management menu. -
Page 24: Total Memory Deletion
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 9.4. Total memory deletion Selecting this option allows you to delete all the data of all the stored races. On the display the message ‘******* ATTENTION ******* - All data and races will be irreversibly cancelled, proceed?’... -
Page 25: Switching Off
Page Switching off Operating the switch on the back of REI2 activates its switching off function (see fig. 5 ref. 1). At this point there are 3 possibilities: Pressing key <F1> for SWITCH OFF switches off the stopwatch completely with retention of all the data stored but the loss of synchronization. -
Page 26: Memorization
When the memory is full, the message Memory full appears on the last line of the display. In this situation, REI2 records the last event acquired by deleting the penultimate one so that it can in any case be printed. Space for the race in progress can be freed by deleting one of the stored races. -
Page 27: Software Updating
At the end of program transfer REI2 checks the quality of the program received. If there is an error a message appears, informing you of this. In this case it is possible to reset REI2 and to carry out programming again. -
Page 28: Connection Schemes
13.1. Banana jack lines REI2 accepts command devices with contact either normally open or normally closed. To connect devices which do not require power or have their own power supply, 4 input lines are available: Start, Lap (intermediate), Stop and Aux (auxiliary), all configurable in accordance with the program used. -
Page 29: Linkpod System
13.6. Displayboards Fig. 13 and Fig. 14 are examples of the connection of one or more Microgate μTAB master displayboards to REI2. The first displayboard is connected to the ‘Displayboard’ output of the stopwatch, the second, and any others used, to the ‘Serial 2’ port of the first displayboard. For further details about displayboard connection modes, consult the relative manual. -
Page 30: Power Supply
The external power source such as, for example, the adaptor/battery charger supplied in the REI2 package, should be connected to this connector. REI2 accepts a voltage of between 9 and 24 volts on the input. Keep in mind that with voltages between 9 and 11 volts the internal batteries cannot be recharged but only ‘maintained’... -
Page 31: Fig. 7- Example Of Connection Using The Banana Jack Sockets
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page Fig. 7– Example of connection using the banana jack sockets Gate Photocell Stop line Start line... -
Page 32: Fig. 8- Example Of Connection Using Both The Banana Jack Sockets And The Din Sockets
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page Fig. 8– Example of connection using both the banana jack sockets and the DIN sockets. Gate Photocell Lines Start line... -
Page 33: Fig. 9- Diagram For N/O Line
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page Fig. 9– Diagram for N/O line ΔT min 1/10.000s ΔT min 1/1.000s 5 volt 2,8 volt 2,2 volt 0 volt Impulse n° 1 Impulse N° 2 Fig. 10– Diagram for N/C line... -
Page 34: Fig. 11- Diagram For N/O Line With 1 Impulse Only
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page Fig. 11– Diagram for N/O line with 1 impulse only 5 volt 2,8 volt 2,2 volt 0 volt ΔT > 1/10.000s, <2,2v Valid impulse ΔT < 1/1.000s, >2,8v ΔT Too short, line not reopened ΔT >... -
Page 35: Fig. 12- Example Of Connection Between Two Computers
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page Fig. 12– Example of connection between two computers COMPUTER A COMPUTER B 9-pole female CANNON plug Computer... -
Page 36: Fig. 13- Example Of Connection Of A Microtab Displayboard
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page Fig. 13– Example of connection of a MicroTab displayboard 9-figure alphanumeric Displayboard MICROTAB displayboard Serial 1... -
Page 37: Fig. 14- Example Of Connection Of Two Or More Microtab Displayboards
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page Fig. 14– Example of connection of two or more MicroTab displayboards 9-figure alphanumeric Displayboard MICROTAB displayboard Serial 1 Serial 2 Serial 2, if required towards others displayboards... -
Page 38: Menu Structure
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page Menu structure 14.1. Initial menu A: New race A: Single starts B: Group starts C: Simple stopwatch D: Parallel Other A: Show jumping B: Swimming C: PC-ONLINE D: Dual timer B: Delete/Recall stored race... -
Page 39: Maintenance
When no paper is inserted (or the head is in the ‘unblocked’ position) any lines to be printed are retained in REI2’s memory and printed as soon as the paper is inserted (or the head is returned to the ‘blocked’ position). -
Page 40: Releasing The Paper
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 15.3. Releasing the paper If necessary it is possible to withdraw the paper from the printer manually by releasing the head with the appropriate for this lever and carefully pulling it out with your hands. When you have finished this operation, reblock the head, again with the appropriate lever. -
Page 41: Climatic Conditions
Page Climatic conditions REI2 has been tested in extremely difficult conditions of use. The optimal operational temperature range is between –20 °C and +50 °C with uncondensated humidity from 0 to 90%. At temperatures below –20C° the speed at which the graphic display is updated may be reduced and there may be a loss of measurement accuracy of 0,05 ppm/°C. -
Page 42: Technical Data
17.1. Connectors All the connectors are seen from the contact side (and are also visible when you look at REI2 from the back). The connection schemes are provided for documentation. Microgate recommends the use of its own dedicated cables, which have undergone the EU standards tests. -
Page 43: Supply
240° 6 pole socket standard signal RS 232 no hardware protocol Serial output (TXD) Not used RS232 input for flow control RS232 output for flow control Serial input (RXD) Between 9 and 11 volts REI2 is correctly powered but the internal batteries cannot be recharged. -
Page 44: Computer B
240° 6 pole socket standard signal RS 232 and RS 485 Serial output RS232 (TXD) Serial output RS485 (+) Serial output RS485 (-) Serial input RS232 (RXD) 17.1.8. Rei2 Net 240° 6 pole socket standard signal RS 485 Serial output RS485 (+) Serial output RS485 (-) 17.1.9. Timing Inputs 240°... -
Page 45: Start
Start 3.5 mono jack 17.2. Sports homologization Data concerning sports homologization is available from Microgate. 17.3. Technical conformity certificates Technical conformity certificates are available from Microsoft. Details of the certificates issued by Italy, Germany, France and Switzerland are given below. -
Page 46: Guarantees And Responsibilities
User manual Page Guarantees and responsibilities Microgate guarantees its products against defects of workmanship for a period of one year from the date of delivery. Microgate cannot accept any responsibility for breakages of REI2 or other equipment due to incorrect connection of power sources or auxiliary devices, including those produced by Microgate, as a result of the use of unsuitable connecting cables. - Page 47 LINKGATE SYSTEM...
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Page 48: Introduction To Linkgate
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 1. Introduction to LinkGate The transmission of an impulse via radio is a critical phase in timekeeping. The possibility of losing the data transmitted, of having very inaccurate timing and the transmission difficulties in some zones has often made timekeepers and trainers skeptical about this type of approach. -
Page 49: Linkgate Encoder: 3 Features Guaranteeing The Reliability Of Radio Transmission
Microgate’s stopwatches. The device stores the last 256 event times and speeds and so allows you to retrieve after an interval of time any data lost because of radio malfunction... -
Page 50: Using The Linkgate Encoder
When turned on, the Microgate Racetime and REI stopwatches display the currently selected channel while REI2 indicates it and prints its configuration (both as a number and as an ON/OFF configuration of the LinkGate Encoder switches). By choosing the same switch configuration on the Encoders that you want to use, you can be certain to receive only the signals from your own timing system. -
Page 51: Impulse Transmission
3.5. The repeat function If for some reason the last event was not received by the Microgate stopwatches you can retransmit it to them by pressing the REPEAT button even after a considerable interval of time. If the problem should continue, the event can be re-transmitted as many times as necessary until satisfactory reception has been obtained. -
Page 52: Hardware Resetting
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page The input signal in the speed base must be brought onto the RED banana jack and the relative ground onto the BLACK banana jack (see cap. 5.1 Linkgate EncRadio on page 56); the output signal of the speed base must be brought onto the GREEN banana jack together with its ground which must be connected to the BLACK banana jack. -
Page 53: Downloading Data Onto Rei2
(CAB9), which should be connected to LinkGate Encoder’s 5 pole connector at one end, and at the other to the ‘Computer B’ 5 pole connector (Fig. 15) on REI2. Once the correct menu has been selected on REI2’s stopwatch (see manuals for the individual programs), you can proceed with data downloading by pressing the 2ND key and then by pressing and releasing the ‘MODEM’... -
Page 54: Maintenance
To increase the life of the internal batteries, it is advisable to recharge only after the low battery warning or after 3 months of not being used. 3.12.3. Decoder e DecRadio The Decoder and DecRadio modules take power directly from the Microgate stopwatch using the dedicated connecting cable. -
Page 55: Licences
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 4. Licences Encoder and Decoder: For the use of the LinkGate Encoder and Decoder modules, check the regulations for radio transmissions of the country in which you intend to use them. (In Italy, with the exception of specific cases, users of transceivers must have a licence). -
Page 56: Figures
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 5. Figures 5.1. Linkgate EncRadio SIGNAL REPEAT SYNC RESET MODEM SERIAL SIGNAL TYPE 0= START 1-E= LAP F= STOP CHANNEL SELECT FRONT VIEW LATERAL VIEW BOTTOM VIEW VISTA FRONTALE VISTA LATO SINISTRO... - Page 57 REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page VISTA LATO INFERIORE VISTA LATO SUPERIORE BOTTOM VIEW UPPER VIEW SIGNAL signal banana jack (GREEN) Earth signal banana jack (BLACK) SPEED signal banana jack (RED) 5 pole Nucletron connector for Radio connection and data download...
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Page 58: Linkgate Decradio
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 5.2. Linkgate DecRadio 5.3. DecRadio BNC for external antenna connection 5 pole Nucletron connector for Radio output Cover for access to DIP SWITCH... -
Page 59: Taking The Speed
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 5.4. Taking the speed Fig. 18 – Taking the speed BLACK PLUG IN BLACK SOCKET OLIFEMO GREEN PLUG IN GREEN SOCKET BLACK PLUG IN BLACK SOCKET GREEN PLUG IN GREEN SOCKET OLIFEMO... - Page 60 LINKPOD SYSTEM...
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Page 61: Introduction To Linkpod
1.1. Information transmitted The Pods do not send REI2 a simple signal of opening or closing of contact but transmit sets of information containing the moment at which the event took place and the line and Pod which acquired it. The protocol used for transmission is RS 485. Each Pod deals with any conflicts of transmission. -
Page 62: Insulation
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 1.4. Insulation The external lines are galvanically insulated from the stopwatch power supply according to CE specifications and so can also be used at a swimming pool. 1.5. Maintenance After being used at a swimming pool, the Pods should be washed in running water and left to dry before they are put away to avoid damage from chlorine. -
Page 63: Editing History
REI2 Doc: R2U_2_1079_002_E Version: 1.07.9 User manual Page 1. Editing history The table below summarises the main changes made to this document. Program Chapter Page Editing description version 1.03 Removal of introductory chapter to transmission protocol, now inserted in the manual ‘Transmission protocol’. - Page 64 EncRadio, DecRadio, Polifemo, MicroSem, µSem, are registered marks of Microgate s.r.l. or of licensed users. Microgate s.r.l. reserves the right to modify the products described in this document and/or in the relative manuals without notice. Collaborators in the creation of REI2 and the preparation of the relative manuals are: Ing.