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RaceAmerica 5820 Wireless SBD Timer
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The Wireless SBD (Soap Box Derby) Timer
replaces track cables normally used to connect
track sensors to the timing system. Model 5820
T-Link units report sensor trips to a PC which can
calculate Differential times, elapsed times and
winning lane data.
The wireless T-Link units operate over a wide
range of conditions. Optimal conditions are line
of sight between sending and receiving units and
six feet of ground clearance. Range can exceed
one mile. High gain antennas can be utilized for
greater distances or noisy environments.
Diagnostics such as Beam alignment, RF signal
integrity, and T-Link Battery Level are available
from the PC software.
PACKAGE COMPONENTS
Each Wireless SBD package includes:
3 - 5820C T-Link Wireless SBD units
IDs ‘A’, ‘B’ and ‘Z’
1 - IR Beam Emitter (5042)
2 - IR Track Sensors (5140)
2 - Sensor Cables -25ft (05-5825)
1- PC Cable - 25ft (06-TL02)
1 - Owners Manual
LOCAL REQUIREMENTS
Data Capture or Race Management software to
collect, display and manage results.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Model 5820 T-Link
Frequency
900MHz band
Internal Battery
12VDC
T-Port Connections
ID ‘A’
Lane 1 Finish
ID ‘B’
Lane 2 Finish
ID ‘C’
Start Sensor
ID ‘Z’
PC
Connection Type
RJ-45 Modular
Max Operating Range
-20ºF to 120ºF
Battery Life
24 hours
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
5890A T-Link Battery Charger
3221W Win Lights
3221S Win Light Stands
05-5826 Win Light/Sensor Cable (2 req)
ET Start package
3120A AXWare Derby Data Capture S/W
3120B AXWare Derby Race Mgnt S/W
3120C AXWare Derby AASBD S/W
6070T1 Blow mold case (holds 2 T-Links)
6038P - Printer (connects to PC)
7540 Foam Stands (for emitters & sensors)
06-58AX Spare Reconfigure Jumper Kit
SBD SETUP
Each SBD T-Link unit is configured with a
unique ID code and a wireless optimizer code.
These codes are listed on the identity label located
on the bottom of the T-Link unit. Valid T-Link
ID codes are ‘A’ and ‘B’ for Finish positions,
‘C’ for optional Start ET sensor and ‘Z’ for PC
interfaces. The wireless optimizer code is also
listed on the identity label. The optimizer code
identifies wireless communications optimization
and compatibility with other T-Link units. See
layout diagram for full setup.
Install the antennas on all T-Link units in an
upright position. Hold the upper portion of the
antenna while tightening the knurled area on the
bottom portion of the antenna.
NOTE: The Beam Emitter/Track Sensors
operate on line of sight from four to fifty feet apart.
Positioning the infra red beams about six inches
off the ground will minimize false trips.
Power on the Bean Emitter(s), then the T-Links.
The right LED will illuminate immediately. If the
sensor is not aligned with the beam emitter, the
left LED will be ON; when the sensor is aligned,
the left LED will blink at a regular interval (the