Daktronics OMNISPORT 2000, Operation Manual

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Relay Take-Off Platform
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FAQ
What if the swimmer does a hop start?
The RTOP tells the timing console each and every time that the swimmer left the
block. The console then compares the last input from the RTOP to the touchpad time.
Is the RTOP affected by block vibrations?
No. The RTOP does not sense movement, it senses the human contact.
What if the swimmer places a towel on the block?
That is not recommended. The RTOP may trigger early if there is something between
the swimmer’s skin and the RTOP.
Is the RTOP affected by the weight of the athlete?
No. The RTOP senses human contact and not pressure or force to activate it.
What is a safe exchange time and what is a DQ?
0.0 seconds or higher is safe and -.01 or lower is a DQ.
Is the equipment approved by the sanctioning body?
Organizations like the NCAA and FINA do not approve equipment. They do write
the rule books that outline what the equipment needs to do. The RTOP meets and
exceeds all requirements of the NCAA, USA Swimming, FINA and NFHS.