Evaluate the Image

Evaluation can begin as soon as the first finisher has crossed the line and the image has appeared on the computer screen. However, the operator should ensure that the other finishers are being recorded during the evaluation process. For details of the Evaluation process see Results Production.

ClosedWHERE TO READ THE COMPETITOR'S TIME?

In order to determine order of finish and times, it is necessary to have a way of comparing the relative position of the finishers and knowing at what time the relevant part of the competitor broke the plane of the finish line.

Different sports use different parts of the competitor as the critical component for timing purposes:

  • Track and Field - the torso.
  • Cycling - the front edge of the bicycle wheel.
  • Horse Racing - the nose of the horse.
  • Speed Skating - the tip of the skate.
  • Canoeing and Rowing - the front of the boat.
  • Motorsports - the front edge of the object.
  • Downhill and Nordic Skiing - the tip of the boot.
ClosedENTER RESULTS

Evaluate the image by lining up the hash line with each finisher, entering any ID information, and pressing the enter key. Details are provided in the Results Production section.

ClosedSAVE A RACE

After the results have been entered, if you have not already saved the race and given it a name, do so by clicking File | Save or the keyboard shortcut CTRL-S.

ClosedPRINT RESULTS

After the image has been processed and the race has been saved, print the results by clicking on the Print icon in the Results Zone. Details are provided in the Printing Explanations section.

ClosedCLOSE AN EVENT

When you have finished working with an event window and saved it, you should close it. Open the File menu and select Close. If you attempt to close a window after changes have been made, but before it has been saved, the software will prompt you to save it before closing.

ClosedWHAT'S NEXT?

Now that you can time a race, explore all the FinishLynx Key Features.