FLEX Transponder & FLEX Manager User Manual
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1. 10 Wait while the install wizard installs the application software this may take a few minutes during which a progress bar will be displayed IE Setup FlexManager Installing Please wait while Setup installs FlexManager on your computer Extracting files C Program Files MYLAPS Sports Timing FlexManager Driver i386 ftd2xx lib Ua 11 When Flex Manager is correctly installed a FINAL window will appear If required select the checkbox to launch FLEX Manager after closing the screen Press FINISH to acknowledge and exit the wizard If FLEX Manager does not install correctly repeat steps 3 to 10 if Flex Manager still does not install correctly contact MYLAPS FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager FlexManager Completing the FlexManager Setup Wizard Setup has finished installing FlexManager and the driver for the Cradle on your computer The Cradle can now be connected to your computer The FlexManager may be launched by selecting the installed icons Click Finish to exit Setup Launch FlexManager MYLAPS o gt O F lt 9 r D r me 9 7 pe O 3 Q D MYLAPS 5 3 Activate transponder Refer to the following possibilities e Activate a transponder subscription via internet see 5 3 1 Activate transponder via internet on page 16 e Activate a transponder subscription via SMS see 5 3 2 Activate transponder via SMS on page 18 NOTE2. MYLAPS 4 3 1 Status Error line Possible displays here are update information and error situations See 3 example messages in Figure 4 2 NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual v FlexManager Status to internet n Connected X A Transponder is connected as Expiration date Friday 04 March 2011 Please click the activate button to redeem your renewal and reactivate your transponder No cradle detected Please connect your cradle Figure 4 2 Flex Manager status line NOTE The normally green LED on the left of the status line will glow red if there is an error present See 8 Troubleshooting on page 26 for how to solve these errors Page 12 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual MYLAPS 5 ACTIVATE TRANSPONDER This section describes how to install the FLEX Manager software for eventually activating the FLEX Transponder You can only activate a transponder if you have previously purchased a valid subscription see below 5 1 Purchase Subscription Subscriptions are purchased through our web shop at www mylaps com Buy a subscription as follows 1 Navigate to your favourite sport e g MX CAR BIKE KARTING at www mylaps com 2 Goto the shop and select an appropriate subscription for your FLEX Transponder 3 Pay for the subscription using your credit card or other payment methods Once the subscription is purchased you can con
3. When activating a transponder in a cradle make sure that no other transponder is closer than 50 mm to the cradle NOTE The color of your transponder may differ than the one used in this manual 5 3 1 Activate transponder via internet Start up FLEX Manager on the PC if not already started connected cradle FLEX Manager will automatically try to find a MYLAPS Flex Manager No cradle detected Please connect your cradle Connected to internet Not connected to cradle Transponder not detected No subscription info available 2 Use the supplied USB cable to connect the cradle to a USB connector on the PC Insert your transponder in the cradle and check that the LED on the transponder is Showing RED or GREEN NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual Flex MX Transponder amp Flex Manager User Manual Revision 1 0 Activate your transponder by pressing the ACTIVATE button in FLEX Manager make sure you have previously purchased a Subscription NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual MYLAPS SN MYLAPS Flex Manager f Everything OK w Connected to internet og Connected to cradle Your transponder Battery charging a Transponder is connected os M LAPS oase If you have correctly activated the transponder the expiration date will be shown in the bottom left of the screen
4. Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive has been designed and manufactured to the following specifications EN 300 330 2 V1 5 1 2010 02 EN 60950 1 2006 A11 2004 Name of authorized person John Verwoerd Function of authorized person R amp D Director Place and Date Haarlem 14 April 2011 Signature of authorized person IN y N FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page 31 MYLAPS MYLAPS contact information MYLAPS EMEA Office Haarlem MYLAPS Americas Office Haarlem Atlanta The Netherlands USA Tel 31 23 7600 100 Tel 1 678 816 4000 E mail info mylaps com E mail info americas mylaps com MYLAPS Japan Office MYLAPS Asia Pacific Office Tokyo Sydney Japan Australia Tel 81 3 5275 4600 Tel 61 2 9546 2606 Email info japan mylaps com Email info asia pacific mylaps com www mylaps com Page 32 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual
5. and you can use your transponder see 6 Operation on page 19 If the transponder is not correctly activated you may need to purchase a new subscription from http flex mylaps com NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual If the transponder information is not known by MYLAPS a Registration form will be displayed Complete this form and press OK If problems still occur contact MYLAPS at support mylaps com FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager D WN MYLAPS Flex Manager w Connected to internet n Connected to cradle ty Transponder is connected e Your transponder Battery charging Expiration date Friday 04 March 2011 You are about to activate your transponder but we do not have your personal information Please fill in this form First name Last name Email E Send notifications by email Tel number jm Send notifications by text message MYLAPS 5 3 2 Activate transponder via SMS Use the supplied USB cable to connect the cradle to a USB connector on the PC Insert your transponder in the cradle and check that the LED on the transponder is flashing RED NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual Start up FLEX Manager on the PC MYLAPS Flex Manager Status Please connect to internet for subscription and owner information The No internet connection status wil
6. indicator on page 10 Q How can I see that my transponder is active A FLEX Manager shows the transponder is active or check the LED indicator on the transponder see 4 2 1 Transponder LED indicator on page 10 Q How Where can I see that my subscription is about to expire A Place your transponder in the cradle and start up FLEX Manager on your PC to see when your transponder subscription will expire Page 28 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual MYLAPS Q I ve put my transponder in the cradle but FLEX Manager still says Transponder not detected A Troubleshoot using the following flowchart Transponder not detected Communication error Is the cradle between PC and cradle detected check again using a different PC ora different USB cable Is transponder LED steady green or blink red once sec Is transponder charging active Ne did re insert it NES Communication error between transponder and cradle check if contacts are clean or check using a different PC or a different USB cable FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page 29 MYLAPS Appendix 1 Specifications Transponder Dimensions B x D x H Weight including accessories Charge time Operating time Operating temperature Protection class Maximum speed MX Maximum speed KART Maximum speed CAR BIKE Timing Resolution MX Timing Resolution KART Timing Resolution CAR BIKE S
7. inserted through the hole in the transponder to attach the transponder to the holder 3 Clip Steel clip to lock transponder in place in holder 4 Holder Plastic holder to attach transponder to vehicle 5 Charging pins These contact pins align with the cradle contact points when the transponder is loaded into the cradle for charging 6 Transponder number Unique number to identify your transponder Figure 3 2 Transponder FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page MYLAPS 3 3 Cradle front back 1 USB cable connector Connect here the USB charging communication cable 2 LED indicator This LED blinks and changes color to indicate the status of the cradle and loaded transponder see 4 2 2 Cradle LED indicator on page 10 3 Slots for transponder pins Load the transponder into this slot The 2 metal strips in the slots are contact points for the transponder when charging in cradle Figure 3 3 Cradle 3 4 USB connector cable and adaptors ie prar Q p S N dd xe r o gt Ie ou op Vs id NE a ly vn N epee ha A ir w PR Lt TE dd z Td REN A Pue RA ee AE amp Dishes 2 URE EA VA Me 1 100 240 VAC adaptor If using an alternative adaptor always make Sure it is a 5 V USB adaptor with minimum 500 mA power output 2 USB connector cable Insert this cable into the adaptor and cradle for charging 3 Universal plug Select and insert the correct plug for your power s
8. the previous wizard screen Select Start Menu Folder qe Where should Setup place the program s shortcuts J Setup will create the program s shortcuts in the following Start Menu folder To continue click Next If you would like to select a different folder click Browse Choose if you want a desktop icon and or a Quick launch icon When ready press NEXT If required press BACK to return to the previous wizard screen Esan reor Ee Select Additional Tasks qe Which additional tasks should be performed Selectthe additional tasks you would like Setup to perform while installing FlexManager then click Next Additional icons Fi Create a desktop icon Create a Ouick Launch icon Flex MX Transponder amp Flex Manager User Manual Revision 1 0 Check that all the listed selections are correct When ready press INSTALL If required press BACK to return to the previous wizard screen MYLAPS de ml ff Click Install to continue with the installation or click Back if you want to review or change any settings VEE I Ready to Install Setup is now ready to begin installing FlexManager on your computer Destination location A C Program Files MYLAPS Sports Timing FlexManager Start Menu folder MYLAPS Sports Timing FlexManager Additional tasks Additional icons Create a desktop icon m
9. MYLAPS SPORTS TIMING FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Y FlexManager MYLAPS Flex Manager ae Everything OK we Connected to internet Mg Connected to cradle at Transponder is connected n Expiration date Friday 04 March 2011 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS MYLAPS Published by MYLAPS Sports Timing Zuiderhoutlaan 4 2012 PJ Haarlem The Netherlands 2011 2012 No part of this document may be reproduced by any means without the written consent of the publisher Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the information in this document is correct no liability can be accepted by MYLAPS for loss damage or injury caused by any errors or omissions in this document Manual rev Software rev Date d m y Amendments Revision 1 0 Revision 1 0 0 19 04 11 This is the first edition of this manual Revision 1 1 27 04 12 General FLEX manual for all Motorized FLEX Transponders Page 2 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual MYLAPS 1 INTRODUCTION amp iis ae bbe ered cares oe Oe ie KA ENE GER bee EER ees 4 1 1 Scope of nis manual iss oes hae de sw HELDE BERE EG OR DAD RE Pe SU a 4 1 2 Howto use this manual 0 ES SE SE SE SS eee eee 4 2 SAY AE EET ees ee es Se ee ee eg OE h 5 2 1 General safety responsibilities ESE ES ES ees 5 2 2 Warnings and cautions 0 0 06 ees 5 3 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION oe cee eee ke ke ke ke ke ks Rek eke ke Rek 6 Sl este
10. NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual ag Connected to cradle Transponder is connected Expiration date Friday 04 March 2011 Y FlexManager j MYLAPS Flex Manager Status If the expiration date shows None update the subscription as described in 5 Activate transponder on page 13 M LAPS eevee Version 0 10 18 Beta 1 5 Replace parts and accessories Please contact MYLAPS for the part numbers and ordering instructions for defect or lost parts FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page25 MYLAPS 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 1 Troubleshooting principles Troubleshooting for the Flex transponder can be divided into 5 distinct categories e Activation see page 26 e FLEX Manager see page 26 e General see page 27 e FLEX Cradle see page 28 e FLEX Transponder see page 28 If troubleshooting does not solve a problem contact MYLAPS at support mylaps com 8 2 Activation Q How can I activate the subscription of my transponder A See 5 Activate transponder on page 13 Q Can I upgrade my transponder when I don t have an internet connec tion A If you have no internet connection but you do have a subscription there is a backup solution see 5 3 2 Activate transponder via SMS on page 18 8 3 Flex Manager Q My Flex Manager won t connect to internet what do I do A Try to access a website to check your internet conn
11. Ne oa oi coe huge ooo ee ee eee FREE ON S ee eee ees 23 7 6 Charge batery ccicvaedecgacechteedasch aedudabtaereetoeenteeeca ued 24 7 4 Check Update subscription EE ES SS ee ee ees 25 7 5 Replace parts and acceSsorieS EE EE EE SE ee ee ee 25 8 TROUBLESHOOTING ces 26 8 1 Troubleshooting principles EES ESE ES SS ee ee 26 82 ACUVAUON sone ne ER EDE ER EER OORSEE ea eee RED R EIE ENE 26 8 3 Flex Manager 0 ES SS SS ee eee nee 26 64 GeNCl ali wi bath eee RKE DR AE MERS dea EER CoG bee hee dees nee ne oA 21 Oo Fliectiade sa G5 5055 os ORR ORE SE See ba IR eee oe OROS EE ER N 28 8 6 Flex Transponder SS SS SE SES ee ee ee se se ee ee 28 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page3 MYLAPS 1 1 1 2 INTRODUCTION Scope of this manual This manual is intended for users of the FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager It provides information on installing operating and maintaining your unit The manual is divided into the following sections e Introduction this section e Safety page 5 describes all safety aspects required when working with MYLAPS equipment Physical description page 6 physical descriptions of the major components in the unit e Functional description page 9 functional descriptions of the unit Activate transponder page 13 installing FLEX Manager software and activating the transponder e Operation page 19 how to use the unit and che
12. ck status e Maintenance page 22 instructions on how to maintain and repair the equipment Contains sub sections for periodic maintenance schedules and corrective maintenance procedures Troubleshooting page 26 tables with potential problems causes and solutions e Appendices page 30 unit specifications and CE declaration form How to use this manual This manual is designed to be used in electronic and printed form Cross references in the electronic version can be clicked to go directly to the referenced item Navigation can be done with the bookmarks and or the table of contents which contains live links Page numbers are also provided for ease of use with printed copy Before installing operating or maintaining your FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager for the first time always read section 2 Safety on page 5 to familiarize yourself with the safety aspects of this manual and your system To identify individual components read 3 Physical description on page 6 For an explanation of how the unit works read 4 Functional description on page 9 Read both 5 Activate transponder on page 13 and 6 Operation on page 19 completely to overview the steps required to setup and run FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager Refer to 8 Troubleshooting on page 26 to find solutions to setup operating problems When performing scheduled maintenance on FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager use 7 1 Periodic maintenance schedules on page 22 to view the sc
13. der amp FLEX Manager User Manual e Power adaptor for connecting to 12 24 VDC auto connector optional accessory can be purchased separately from MYLAPS See Appendix 1 Specifications on page 30 for complete specifications 1 Transponder See 3 2 Transponder on page 7 NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual 2 Cradle See 3 3 Cradle on page 8 3 12 24 VDC adaptor This adaptor is used to connect the cradle to a DC power source optional accessory see 3 4 USB connector cable and adaptors on page 8 4 100 240 VAC plugs Choose which plug can be inserted into the adaptor for connecting the adaptor to your local power source see 3 4 USB connector cable and adaptors on page 8 5 100 240 VAC adaptor This adaptor is used to connect the cradle to a power source see 3 4 USB connector cable and adaptors on page 8 6 USB cable connector For connecting external devices and operator control see 3 4 USB connector cable and adaptors on page 8 Figure 3 1 FLEX transponder kit Page 6 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual MYLAPS 3 2 Transponder Rechargeable Power Tran O front back 1 LED status display This LED blinks and displays various colours to show the current status of the transponder see 4 2 1 Transponder LED indicator on page 10 NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual 2 Attachment pin for holder This pin is
14. e date and the status of the transponder active or not active next to the LED on the screen Q How Where can I see that my subscription is about to expire A Connect your transponder to Flex Manager using the FLEX cradle FLEX Manager will display the expire date and the state of the transponder active or not active Q Is MYLAPS FLEX transponder compatible with the timing system at my club A If your club uses the MYALPS Timing System for timekeeping you can use the MYLAPS FLEX transponder at your club Q Is there documentation in my own language A The documentation is available in English French German Italian Spanish Dutch and Russian Select the correct language online in FLEX Manager upper right corner to automatically set the manual language FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page 27 MYLAPS 8 5 Flex Cradle Q Can I use someone else s cradle to activate and or charge my transponder A Yes Q How do I connect the FLEX cradle to my PC A Use the enclosed USB cable to connect to a USB port Remember to FIRST install the software before connecting the cradle Q I ve put my transponder in the cradle but the FLEX Manager still says Transponder not detected A See flowchart on page 29 Q What is the LED indication on my cradle A See 4 2 2 Cradle LED indicator on page 10 8 6 FLEX Transponder Q What is the LED indication on my transponder A See 4 2 1 Transponder LED
15. ection is OK e g www mylaps com 1 If you cannot access a website check your internet settings 2 If you can access a website check that you can access flex mylaps com 3 If you cannot access flex mylaps com please contact MYLAPS Q How do I install FLEX Manager A Download it from flex mylaps com make sure that you have administrator rights to install FLEX Manager Q Can I install FLEX Manager on every Operating System A Only on a Windows Operating System Page 26 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual EE Ee MYLAPS Q Am I using the latest version of FLEX Manager A FLEX Manager automatically checks for the latest version when it starts up on your PC with internet 8 4 General Q What is the MYLAPS FLEX Transponder A It is a pay for use based transponder for timekeeping You pay a fee for using the transponder for a certain period of time normally 1 year Q I didn t activate my transponder but I want to race now What do I do A Follow the instruction in section 5 3 1 Activate transponder via internet on page 16 If you have no internet connection but you do have credit available see 5 3 2 Activate transponder via SMS on page 18 Q How do I see when my transponder ts NOT active A The LED on the transponder will flash RED fast 5 x per second If you connect your transponder to the FLEX Manager software on your PC using the FLEX cradle FLEX Manager will display the expir
16. ers to ensure that they do not use materials or components that contain restricted substances that may be harmful to the environment RoHS 2 2 Warnings and cautions The following alerts are used in this manual e WARNINGS alert users of potentially dangerous situations e CAUTIONS alert users of potential equipment damage Warnings and cautions in this manual are indicated by e an icon e the text WARNING or CAUTION e a textual description which states the hazard and how to avoid it The following icons are used in this manual to highlight and warn of safety or other aspects These icons may also be attached to the FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager equipment at appropriate locations Not harmful to the RoH S environment Dangerous voltage General Caution or Warning FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page 5 MYLAPS 3 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION 3 1 Introduction FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager is a timing concept for sports where simple setup plus minimal handling are needed The FLEX Transponder is portable and is designed for operation during outdoor sports events The FLEX Transponder kit has the following standard components and optional accessories see Figure 3 1 e Rechargable transponder e Universal power sockets for connecting to 100 240 VAC supply 50 60 Hz 200 mA e USB cable e Cradle for recharging transponder and signal communication with a PC e Attachment clip e This FLEX Transpon
17. fer from the one used in this manual NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual Vv FlexManager 2 oo 1 MYLAPS Flex Manager E Status Everything OK Connected to internet Your transponder Connected to cradle Transponder is connected Expiration date Friday 04 March 2011 M LAPS voere 1 Status error line See 4 3 1 Status Error line on page 12 2 Language button Choose here the desired language for the FLEX Manager user interface current choices are English French German Italian Spanish Dutch and Russian 3 Help button Choose here for help documentation this documentation will be displayed in the interface language see above 4 Internet status Displays if an internet connection is available or not 5 Connected to cradle Displays if the cradle is connected to the PC with the USB cable 6 Transponder is connected Displays if the transponder is docked in the cradle 7 Expiration date Displays the expiration date for the transponder subscription If the transponder is docked in the cradle after this date then it will not work until the subscription is renewed 8 Activate button Used to activate transponder see 5 3 Activate transponder on page 16 9 Battery status Displays the current charged state of the transponder rechargable battery 0 to 5 days charge remaining Figure 4 1 FLEX Manager user interface FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page11
18. g License Agreement You must accept the terms ofthis agreement before continuing with the installation Software License Agreement ME gt This document is a legal Agreement between you and MYLAPS Sports Timing BV By using FlexManager you agree to be bound by the terms of this Agreement You may not use copy modify sell or transfer the software or any copy modification or merged portion in whole or in part except as expressly permitted by this Agreement Any portion of the software merged into another program continues to be subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement You acknowledge that all rights in the software s acceptthe agreement Ido not accept the agreement Check the location where the FLEX Manager software application will be installed if you want to install at a different location choose Browse and select a new location When the location is correct press NEXT If required press BACK to return to the previous wizard screen Select Destination Location qe Where should FlexManager be installed a Setup will install FlexManager into the following folder To continue click Next If you would like to select a different folder click Browse Atleast 9 9 MB of free disk space is required Choose if and where you want the FLEX Manager shortcuts When the location is correct press NEXT If required press BACK to return to
19. ge 22 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual MYLAPS Take a clean soft cloth or brush and moisten it with clean water do not use an abrasive cleaning liquid Use the moist cloth or brush to clean the transponder paying particular attention to remove any dirt on the connector pins Dry off any excess moisture NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual Take a fresh clean cloth and moisten it with clean water Clean the cradle making sure not to get moisture on the electrical connector where the USB cable can be connected Dry off any excess moisture If necessary use clean cotton tips to clean any dirt off the connectors on both the cradle and transponder NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual 2UPUSJUIEIN CAUTION ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD Plastic and other waste products are harmful to the environment Dispose of waste items in a responsible environment friendly manner Separate recyclable products from other non recyclable waste Heed site regulations and obey local environmental by laws 4 Dispose of the cleaning materials check your local environmental regulations FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page 23 MYLAPS 1 Check that temperature of the charging location is within range O to 40 C 32 to 104 F CAUTION HIGH VOLTAGE Before connecting power to t
20. he cradle make sure that all electrical connections are secure 2 Connect power to cradle e If charging with AC power attach the 100 240 VAC cable between the cradle and an AC power source e If charging with DC power attach the 12 24 VDC cable between the cradle and a DC power source e Check that the LED on the cradle shows blinking green 3 Load the transponder into the cradle e The LED on the transponder will flash red to show it is charging e The LED on the cradle blinks green Y O c D da NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual 4 Check the battery status on the LED on the transponder e The LED will show a constant green when the transponder is fully charged takes approximately 16 hours from empty to full 5 Disconnect power e Remove power connector from source e Allow the transponder to enter the sleep mode transponder LED is not lit while transponder is in cradle Page 24 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual MYLAPS 4 Check Update subscription 1 Connect the cradle with loaded transponder to a PC with the USB cable Make sure there is no other transponder located within 50 mm from the cradle 2 Check on the PC that you are connected to the internet Start up the FlexManager application 3 Check the subscription valididy in the bottom Farage left corner of the screen
21. hedules and find the required maintenance procedures Corrective maintenance is guided from the tables in section 8 Troubleshooting on page 26 Refer to the Appendices on page 30 for an overview of the technical specifications FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual MYLAPS 2 SAFETY This section describes all safety aspects required when working with MYLAPS equipment The Safety aspect can relate to potential equipment damage or to danger to personnel working with this equipment or in the vicinity e When installing operating or maintaining equipment closely follow the prescribed instructions in this manual and use common sense at all times e If ever in doubt about how to do a job or task safely always ask for assistance 2 1 General safety responsibilities High voltages thermal and stored energy hazards are present in some MYLAPS systems Therefore pay special attention to safety when transporting operating and maintaining each system including e Meet all applicable codes laws and local regulations e Read and understand each item in this manual and follow the installation operator and maintenance procedures exactly e Always use the correct tools for the job and only replace components with approved parts e Take recommended precautions never take short cuts RoHS Compliant This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for ROHS compliant materials These limits require manufactur
22. ie cis eebend beans ad N SE OE RE ER OE EA EE FEE EE 6 3 2 TranspondeF SESSE SS ES ee ee eee eee T SO Clade orrir Eer ENEE be eee ET EE EE EE MT Bae ene bd one Oe 8 3 4 USB connector cable and adaptors SEE SES SS ee ee 8 4 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 2 0 ccc eee 9 41 Basicprinciple ESE EE ES ee ee eee 9 4 2 How does the transponder work 0 00 cee ee ee ee es ee 9 4 2 1 Transponder LED indicator 0 0 0 cc eee 10 4 2 2 Cradle LED indicator 0 0 Se cee ee 10 4 FletManddeEl geacaue lt SERPE Rd BAR RD HERE DRAERS EER NG 11 4 3 1 Status Error line SE SE EE SE EE ee ee 12 5 ACTIVATE TRANSPONDER oes ses sk EE Eks eee ke ke 13 5 1 Purchase Subscription SESSE SS SS SE Se SS es ee ee ee 13 5 2 Install Flex Manager ESE SE SE SE SE SE SE eee eee 13 5 3 Activatetransponder EES SS ee ee ee eee 16 5 3 1 Activate transponder via internet ESE ES ESE cee ee eee 16 5 3 2 Activate transponder via SMS 0 0 0 ce ee 18 6 OPERATION 264424405 ane oe en ek cee eee eee eras Ge ee BEE ee 19 6 1 Mount transponder SESSE SS ES SS ee eee eee 19 6 2 Remove and store transponder EES EES SE SE ee ee 20 6 3 View status via Flex Manager 0 0 0 0 ccc ee ee eee 21 7 MAINTENANCE 26226654455 hcenceroneeer erie SR ER ESE BARS DO bees dese e 22 7 1 Periodic maintenance schedules 0 0 0 0c ees 22 Fo Cl6A
23. ignal transfer Transponder mounting position MX BIKE Transponder mounting position KART Transponder mounting position CAR Cradle Dimensions B x D x H Weight Operating temperature Input voltage Power consumption IP Protection Class Accessories USB cable length USB cable type Wall adapter input voltage Wall adapter DC output voltage Wall adapter output current 73 x 50 x 22 mm approx 2 9 x 2 x 0 9 in 90 g approx 0 2 Ib min 16 hours for full charge min 4 days after full charge 20 to 50 C 4 to 122 F Water and shockproof IP67 120 km h 75 mph 160 km h 100 mph 260 km h 160 mph 0 006 sec 0 003 sec 0 002 sec magnetic induction Max height 120 cm 4 ft Max height 30 cm 1 ft Max height 60 cm 2 ft 95 x 45 x 38 mm approx 3 74 x 1 77 x 1 50 in 80 g approx 0 17 Ib O to 50 C 32 to 122 F USB powered 0 08 A 5V Indoor use only IP20 1000 mm approx 39 in A to mini B 100 to 240 VAC at 50 60 Hz 5 V 5 1A 5V FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual MYLAPS ug CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Appendix 2 CE Declaration SPORTS TIMING MYLAPS We MYLAPS Zuiderhoutlaan 4 2012 PJ Haarlem The Netherlands Declare that the system MYLAPS FLEX System in accordance with the following directives 2006 95 EC The Low Voltage Directive 2004 108 EC The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 1999 5 EC
24. l be shown NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual Connected to cradle Transponder is connected Select the ACTIVATE SUBSCRIPTION VIA SMS button A new screen will be displayed with a message and a series of code fields see next step Expiration date Thursday 07 April 2011 Text the number listed in the message to the sus ate telephone n umber 3 1658899776 To receive your activation code please text 8380074 6283113 to 31658899776 You will receive a 55 character code which you must enter into the fields displayed on the Ee ee screen and then press OK hE a EE Ee HENNE OK neel Your transponder will then be activated Page 18 Flex MX Transponder amp Flex Manager User Manual Revision 1 0 MYLAPS 6 OPERATION Once correctly activated via FLEX Manager and fully charged the transponder is ready to be mounted to your vehicle bike and automatically record your times as you pass the measuring point s The color of your transponder may differ from the one used in this manual The following operation steps may be required e Mount the transponder on your vehicle bike for the race see 6 1 Mount transponder on page 19 for more details if required e Check your lap race results on the scoreboard or by logging in to Your results page on www mylaps com practice e If required after the race you can remove the FLEX Transponder from
25. ng the course will detect the identification signals from the transponder giving an exact time of crossing at that point in the course e g a start or finish Multiple detection lines can provide intermediate times Based on these signals the system records your lap time and lap counts These lap times and results can be accessed and published on e mylaps com via your MYLAPS account e Scoreboards monitors e Your mobile phone When you first purchase your transponder and subscription you will need to activate it using the unique MYLAPS FLEX Manager software This software can be installed on a PC and eventually used to read out and report the status of your transponder e See 5 1 Purchase Subscription on page 13 for how to purchase a subscription e See 5 2 Install FLEX Manager on page 13 for how to install FLEX Manager e Refer to 5 3 Activate transponder on page 16 for how to activate the transponder e Refer to 6 3 View status via FLEX Manager on page 22 for how to use the software The transponder see Figure 3 2 is rechargeable by loading it into the cradle when the cradle is connected to AC or DC power source The cradle and the transponder also have LED indicators to show their current status see e 4 2 1 Transponder LED indicator on page 10 e 4 2 2 Cradle LED indicator on page 10 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page9 MYLAPS 4 2 1 Transponder LED indicator The LED on the transponder blinks or glow
26. s to show the current status of the transponder see following table Transponder LED Steady GREEN when in cradle Active battery full Blinks RED once every second when in cradle Active charging battery empty Blinks GREEN in a sequence to indicate the Active not charging and battery charge is number of days of charge remaining e g 4 getting low blinks indicates 4 days of charge remaining the blink sequence repeats every 5 sec Blinks RED quickly every 5 sec Active not charging and battery almost empty less than 1 day of charge left Steady RED Active not charging and battery empty transponder will stop working at any moment Blinks RED quickly 5 times per second Inactive LED is not lit when in cradle In sleep mode LED is not lit Battery is completely discharged 4 2 2 Cradle LED indicator The LED on the cradle blinks or glows to show its current status see following table Cradle LED Status Blinks GREEN Connected to PC or to power source Steady RED with transponder loaded In error state Blinks RED In error state Page 10 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual MYLAPS 4 3 FLEX Manager FLEX Manager is a user friendly software interface for activating and reviewing the status of your transponder See Figure 4 1 for an example display when the software is started with a cradle and transponder connected The color of your FLEX transponder may dif
27. sponder from the holder e Normally you can leave the holder attached to the vehicle bike e Remove the retaining clip e Detach the transponder from the holder e NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual 2 Store the transponder in a dry cool location e Normally you can best load the transponder into the cradle for charging see 7 3 Charge battery on page 24 e After charging you can disconnect the cradle from the power source and allow the transponder to enter the sleep mode transponder LED is not lit while transponder is in cradle The sleep mode turns off transponder signal output and saves battery life up to 3 times longer on a single charge e NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual 3 When needed for the next race remove the transponder from the cradle to de activate sleep mode NOTE Because many airline regulations require that all eguipment output signals are switched off during flights you can best transport the transponder in the cradle in sleep mode FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page 21 MYLAPS 1 Start up FLEX Manager on a PC MYLAPS Flex Manager No cradle detected Please connect your cradle w Connected to internet og Not connected to cradle gy Transponder not detected ad C No subscription info available 2 Use the supplied USB cable to connec
28. t the cradle to a USB connector on the PC 3 Insert your transponder in the cradle and check that the LED on the transponder is lit he b Q fe 4 Check the expiration date in the bottom left of gt the screen AN MYLAPS Flex Manager Also check the battery level on the right of the screen and charge the transponder if necessary see 7 3 Charge battery on O Ma page 24 i Connected to cradle NOTE When checking the status of a 9 EE transponder in a cradle make sure no other transponder is within 50 mm of the cradle EE WEEN EE mm a um Expiration date Friday 04 March 2011 w FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual MYLAPS 1 MAINTENANCE Maintenance can be described as but not limited to e Checking and testing components e Cleaning the unit and individual components accumulated dirt can hamper unit operations e Charging the unit e Troubleshooting any malfunctions that may occur on the unit before during and after operations 7 1 Periodic maintenance schedules Use the following table to plan routine maintenance for your unit If you are using the electronic version of this document click the text or the page number to jump to the procedure Service interval Maintenance activity 9 o 3 5 2S lt o ss f a op di Clean 23 S Charge battery 24 T Check Update subscription 25 Replace parts and accessories 25 6 Pa
29. tinue with installing Flex Manager and activating the transponder See following sections e 5 2 Install FLEX Manager on page 13 e 5 3 Activate transponder on page 16 5 2 Install FLEX Manager Before starting installation make sure that the cradle is not connected to the PC Download software from http flex mylaps com il Down load FlexManager Version 0 10 15 From the pull down menu choose the lan Select Setup Language guage to use while running the install wizard P det m Selectthe language to use during the installation p Press the OK button English Wait until the STARTUP screen appears for the ETEEN install wizard screen FlexManager Welcome to the FlexManager Setup re Wizard P re SS t h e N EXT b u tto n a This will install FlexManager Beta and the driver for the Cradle on your computer Please make sure the Cradle is not connected to your computer or disconnect it now Click Next to continue or Cancel to exit Setup MYLAPS SPORTS TIM ING FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager Page 13 Q xe ie ol pa mar ad 2 sur S lt Te MYLAPS Read the software license agreement and select the I accept the agreement radio but ton Press the NEXT button ip Setup FlexManager ae License Agreement qe Please read the following important information before continuing Please read the followin
30. upply 4 Cradle 5 Car adaptor optional Always use 5 V USB adaptor with minimum 500 mA power output Figure 3 4 Connector cable and adaptors Page 8 FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual 4 1 4 2 MYLAPS FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION Basic principle A MYLAPS Personal Transponder and account provides access to your official race and practice data for every lap Your MYLAPS transponder comes with a unique ID that you can activate after purchasing a subscription and link to your MYLAPS account Your MYLAPS account provides unlimited access to all your race and practice results Being able to analyze your data will help you improve your performance Just login to www mylaps com practice from any location with an internet connection The benefits of your personal transponder include e Guaranteed accurate and reliable results e Free and unlimited MYLAPS account e Online access to all your practice and race lap times e Permanent storage of your data e Share your results with your friends e Simplify registering for events e Use your transponder worldwide How does the transponder work MYLAPS Transponders work in combination with the MYLAPS Timing System installed on the track at the start finish line and optionally at intermediate points along the track Every participant in a race has his own transponder attached to their vehicle bike The transponder emits a unique identification signal Systems with detection loops or mats alo
31. your vehicle bike and store it as described in 6 2 Remove and store transponder on page 21 e Mount the FLEX Transponder in the cradle and check the charge and subscription status see 6 3 View status via FLEX Manager on page 22 6 1 Mount transponder 1 Remove holder from transponder e Remove retaining clip e Carefully detach the holder from the transponder uoljeiado 9 e NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual Page19 MYLAPS 2 Use tie wraps to mount holder on vehicle bike e Find a suitable location on vehicle bike e MX BIKE max 120cm above track Surface e KART max 30cm above track surface e CAR max 60 cm above track surface e Check that the holder is mounted firmly and cannot become loose max 120 cm 4ft WARNING Loose transponders are very dangerous You as a racer are yourself responsible for fixing the transponder properly and securely to your vehicle bike Transponder placed on side pod of a kart c O en Q O Te 3 Attach transponder in holder e Press the transponder into place in the holder e Lock the transponder in place with the retaining clip e NOTE The color of your FLEX Transponder may differ from the one used in this manual FLEX Transponder amp FLEX Manager User Manual MYLAPS 6 2 Remove and store transponder 1 Remove the tran
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