FarmTek Sport Timing Specialists Allegro Electronic Timer Operating Instructions FarmTek, Inc.
FCC and Industry Canada Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a non-residential installation.
ALLEGRO TIMER CONSOLE Timer Console Power Batteries The 2005 Allegro timer is powered by four AA alkaline batteries instead of an AC adapter as in the past. The timer runs 50 to 60 hours on a new set of batteries. Always turn the timer off before changing the batteries and always replace all four batteries at the same time – do not mix old and new batteries. To check the battery level, press the right arrow button on the timer console. The percent of battery remaining (“br”) is displayed.
WIRELESS ELECTRIC EYES Operation Batteries Helpful Hints The electric eyes operate over 70 hours from a 9 volt alkaline battery (use only alkaline batteries). The Power lamp on the unit glows steadily while the battery is good and flashes when the battery is low. Even though the antennas can be unscrewed, doing so can cause problems: Do Not Remove the Antennas! Placement of the electric eyes and the timer console in the arena and the announcer’s stand can affect performance of the radio link.
WIRELESS ELECTRIC EYES (Cont’d) Two Timers At Once Two complete timers can be used at the same time to provide back-up for each other. However, when two Photo-Transmitters (the infrared light source) are on at the same time, they interfere with each other at the Photo-Receiver. To prevent problems, set up both complete timers, stacking the electric eyes on top of each other. However, only turn on one of the Photo-Transmitters.
BARREL RACING (1) Preparation For Use 1) Attach each electric eye to a tripod. Place the eyes on opposite sides of the arena to form a start/stop line between them. Extend tripod legs fully to ensure the electric eyes are high enough to be broken by the horse's body (not its legs). 2) Turn the electric eyes ON. The power indicator lamp on each unit should glow steadily. If the indicator is blinking, the battery is low and should be replaced as soon as possible. 3) Align the electric eyes.
Useful Features Manual Start/Stop The Start/Stop button starts and stops the timer just as if the electric eye beam had been broken. Accidental Beam Break If the timer accidentally stops during the middle of a run, the rider can still be accurately timed. Pressing the Restart button resumes timing as if the timer had never been stopped. As long as the Restart button is pressed before the ride is completed, the time is not lost. To alert you, the timer console beeps whenever the beam is broken.
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