Colorado time systems Dolphin, User Manual

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Initial Set Up
Software Installation
(Do NOT connect Dolphin hardware until software has been installed)
1. Ensure that your meet management software is installed on the computer you will be
using for Dolphin. If not, install it first.
NOTE: If you have questions regarding using your meet management software,
please see the help files within the software, or contact your software vendor.
2. Download and install the latest updates for your meet management software.
3. Install Dolphin from www.coloradotime.com/dolphindownload
Software Set Up
There are two ways Dolphin can be used as far as meet management software is concerned.
Choose the method your facility will be using and follow the instructions below.
Dolphin Standalone Operation (Sports Timer not used)
In this mode, the Dolphin wireless watches are the primary times for results, and a sports
timer is not used.
1. Connect base unit to computer with USB cable, and open your meet management
software.
2. If required by your meet management software, configure it for Colorado Time
Systems Dolphin as the primary timing system.
Dolphin with Sports Timer (System 6 or System 5)
If you are using a sports timer (CTS System 6 or System 5, for example) in addition to
Dolphin, you may need a backup mode in your meet management software. For example,
Hy-Tek’s Meet Manager requires the Dolphin Backup Mode Option, which is sold separately
by Hy-Tek. Contact Hy-Tek for details (Shop online at www.hy-tekltd.com or call
866.456.5111). Other software packages may have their own specific requirements.
In this mode, the Dolphin wireless stopwatches are the backup watches, while the touchpads
and buttons are the primary timing system.
1. Connect base unit to computer with USB cable, and open your meet management
software.
2. If required by your meet management software, configure it for CTS Dolphin as the
backup mode
3. Configure your software for the primary timing system.