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Timer MB - Single Lane ET Timer
RaceAmerica put their know how and engineering to the task of developing a timing system designed with the Mud Bog, ATV, and Dirt Racing event in mind. Starting with the single lane timed run concept, RaceAmerica has taken timing Mud Bogs, ATV, and Dirt Racing to the next level of reliability and ease of use. The Timer MB timing system contains the Timer MB console with integrated LED Displays, two of our race proven Infrared Beam Emitters, two highly reliable Infrared Track Sensors, and track cables designed for tracks from 100 foot long to over 500 foot.
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Pressing the ALIGN pushbutton places the Timer MB into a mode of continuously monitoring the alignment of each Infrared Track Sensor and IR Beam Emitter pair on the track. This is especially convenient when setting up the timer on your track and makes adjustments quick and simple. Each IR Track Sensor/IR Beam Emitter pair is monitored and displayed as a single digit in the display. When the alignment is not correct, the digit counts at a rate equal to the alignment problem. If the count is slow, the alignment is close and needs a little adjusting. If the counting is at a fast rate, the alignment is way off and needs immediate attention. Once the alignment is correct, the digit stops counting and you are ready to time a run. |
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To keep track of the drivers, their Bib or ID numbers can be entered into the Timer MB. When the race is over, this information can be printed or sent to a PC running data capture software. |
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The LED Display on the timer begin live counting the Elapse Time when the start is triggered. When the vehicle crosses the finish line, the final ET is shown on the LED Display on the timer and can be sent to a Timeslip printer or Large Display for crowd viewing. |
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Infrared Sensor & Emitter |
AA size Batteries |
RaceAmerica Infrared Sensors overcome the problems with sun light and alignment common with many photocell or low tech infrared solutions. Other manufacturers use photocells which are very sensitive to sunlight and work poorly in bright sunlight. Other manufacturers also use more expensive laser powered beam emitters which generate a bright light to their low tech IR sensors. These seem to work if the sensors are shaded well from sunlight but often are internmittent when running a race event. While others purchase their sensors from outside sources, RaceAmerica's Infrared Sensors were designed by RaceAmerica back in 1991 and we have been perfecting them ever since. Our sensors are designed to operate from total darkness to the brightest sunlight accomplished through a coded digital signal.
The proven drag racing technology of RaceAmerica's Infrared Track Sensors and Beam Emitters provide line-of-sight detection of moving objects and the Infrared design is immune to radio interference and bright sunlight. The Track Sensors connect to the Timer SBD console using an RJ-11 connector for fast and easy setup. The Beam Emitters are powered by a choice of four AA-size batteries and provide detection of objects up to 50 feet away.
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| Timer MB Features: |
| Easy Infrared Sensor Setup and Alignment |
| 0.001 second accuracy Live Counting |
| Elapsed Time displayed on Timer |
| Sensor Alignment checked on every run |
Timer MB Specifications: |
| Elapsed Time (seconds) | | 0.000 to 999.999 |
| Hi-Speed Car Detection | | Encoded infrared beam |
| Display Type | | Dual 0.4" 6-digit LED |
| Display Location | | On timer console |
| IR Beam Emitter | | Four AA size |
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