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Chapter 1: Description Bridgemate II scoring system 11
Chapter 1: Description Bridgemate II scoring system
This chapter describes the components of the Bridgemate II scoring system and how they relate to
each other. It also explains how to use the Bridgemate II: from creating a session in your scoring
program to registering the scores in the scoring program.
Please read this chapter carefully. Once you understand the function of the individual components and
how they relate to each other, you will quickly get to grips with the Bridgemate II scoring system.
Description of components
The Bridgemate II scoring system consists of the following hardware and software:
• Bridgemate II scoring devices
• Bridgemate II server + power supply unit
• USB-to-serial converter
• Bridgemate Control Software
Bridgemate II scoring devices
The Bridgemate II scoring devices are placed on the bridge table and are used to enter the scores.
For the purpose of simplicity, we shall refer to these input devices as ”Bridgemates”. Wireless
communication between the Bridgemates and the server is established and maintained using radio
frequency waves. Only one Bridgemate is required per table. The use of the Bridgemates is explained
in more detail in Chapter 5.
Bridgemate II server
The Bridgemate II server, “server” for short, is a small device connected to the PC. It acts as a bridge
between the PC and the Bridgemates. As the PC cannot communicate directly with the Bridgemates,
the server is a vital component. The server is equipped with a transmitter and a receiver, establishing
and maintaining wireless data communication with the Bridgemates. The server sends all movement
data to the Bridgemates, including board numbers and pair numbers, and receives the board results in
return. The server can control up to 128 Bridgemates simultaneously. The server can be powered by
either an external power adapter or by four AA Batteries.
USB-to-serial converter
The server is connected to the serial port of your PC. If your PC does not have a serial port, use the
USB-to-serial converter, included with the Bridgemate II server. To add a serial port to your PC,
connect the converter to a USB port on your PC.
Bridgemate II server + power supply unit
Bridgemate II
scoring device
USB-to-serial converter