Flex MX Transponder & Flex Manager User Manual (REVISION 1.
Published by: MYLAPS B.V. Zuiderhoutlaan 4 2012 PJ Haarlem The Netherlands © 2011 No part of this document may be reproduced by any means without the written consent of the publisher. Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the information in this document is correct, no liability can be accepted by MYLAPS for loss, damage or injury caused by any errors or omissions in this document. Manual rev. Software rev. Date (d/m/y) Amendments (Revision 1.0) (Revision 1.0.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 Flex MX Transponder & Flex Manager User Manual (Revision 1.0) Page 3 of 32 TABLE OF CONTENTS 6 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.1 Scope of this manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.2 How to use this manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SAFETY . . .
1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Scope of this manual This manual is intended for users of the Flex MX Transponder & Flex Manager. It provides information on installing, operating, and maintaining your unit.
2 SAFETY This section describes all safety aspects required when working with MYLAPS equipment. The safety aspect can relate to potential equipment damage or to danger to personnel working with this equipment or in the vicinity. • When installing, operating or maintaining equipment, closely follow the prescribed instructions in this manual, and use common sense at all times • If ever in doubt about how to do a job or task safely, always ask for assistance 2.
3 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION 3.1 Introduction Flex MX Transponder & Flex Manager is a timing concept for sports where simple setup, plus minimal handling are needed. The Flex Transponder is portable and is designed for operation during outdoor sports events. The Flex transponder kit has the following standard components and optional accessories (see Figure 3.
3.2 Transponder 4 2 3 3 1 3 Physical description 6 5 front back 1 LED status display This LED blinks and displays various colours to show the current status of the transponder - see 4.2.
3.3 Cradle 3 3 2 2 1 3 Physical description front back 1 USB cable connector Connect here the USB charging/communication cable 2 LED indicator This LED blinks and changes color to indicate the status of the cradle and loaded transponder - see 4.2.2 Cradle LED indicator on page 10 3 Slots for transponder pins Load the transponder into this slot. The 2 metal strips in the slots are contact points for the transponder when charging in cradle Figure 3.3 Cradle 3.
4 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 4.1 Basic principle A MYLAPS personal transponder and account provides access to your official race and practice data for every lap. Your MYLAPS transponder comes with a unique ID that you can activate (after purchasing a subscription) and link to your MYLAPS account. Your MYLAPS account provides unlimited access to all your race and practice results. Being able to analyze your data will help you improve your performance. Just login to www.mylaps.
4.2.1 Transponder LED indicator 4 Functional description The LED on the transponder blinks or glows to show the current status of the transponder see following table: Transponder LED Status Steady GREEN (when in cradle) Active (battery full) Blinks RED once every second (when in cradle) Active, charging (battery empty) Blinks GREEN in a sequence to indicate the number of days of charge remaining; e.g.
4.3 Flex Manager Flex Manager is a user-friendly software interface for activating and reviewing the status of your transponder. See Figure 4.1 for an example display when the software is started with a cradle and transponder connected. 3 2 1 4 9 5 4 Functional description 6 8 7 1 Status/error line See 4.3.
4.3.1 Status/Error line Possible displays here are update information and error situations. See 3 example messages in Figure 4.2. 4 Functional description Figure 4.2 Flex Manager status line NOTE: The normally green LED on the left of the status line will glow red if there is an error present. See 8 Troubleshooting on page 26 for how to solve these errors. Page 12 of 32 Flex MX Transponder & Flex Manager User Manual (Revision 1.
5 ACTIVATE TRANSPONDER This section describes how to install the Flex Manager software for eventually activating the Flex transponder. You can only activate a transponder if you have previously purchased a valid subscription - see below. 5.1 Purchase Subscription Subscriptions are purchased through our web shop at www.mylaps.com. Buy a subscription as follows: 1. Navigate to your favourite sport (e.g. MX) at www.mylaps.com. 2.
5 Read the software license agreement, and select the ‘I accept the agreement’ radio button. Press the NEXT button. 6 Check the location where the Flex Manager software application will be installed; if you want to install at a different location, choose ‘Browse’ and select a new location. 5 Activate transponder When the location is correct, press NEXT. If required, press BACK to return to the previous wizard screen. 7 Choose if and where you want the Flex Manager shortcuts.
9 Check that all the listed selections are correct. When ready, press INSTALL. If required, press BACK to return to the previous wizard screen. 10 Wait while the install wizard installs the application software (this may take a few minutes during which a progress bar will be displayed). 5 Activate transponder 11 When Flex Manager is correctly installed, a FINAL window will appear. If required, select the checkbox to launch Flex Manager after closing the screen.
5.3 Activate transponder Refer to the following possibilities: • Activate a transponder subscription via internet - see 5.3.1 Activate transponder (via internet) on page 16 • Activate a transponder subscription via SMS - see 5.3.2 Activate transponder (via SMS) on page 18 NOTE: When activating a transponder in a cradle, make sure that no other transponder is closer than 50 mm to the cradle. 5.3.1 1 Activate transponder (via internet) Start up Flex Manager on the PC (if not already started).
4 Activate your transponder by pressing the ‘ACTIVATE’ button in Flex Manager (make sure you have previously purchased a subscription). 5 If you have correctly activated the transponder, the expiration date will be shown in the bottom left of the screen and you can use your transponder - see 6 Operation on page 19. 5 Activate transponder If the transponder is not correctly activated, you may need to purchase a new subscription from http://flex.mylaps.com.
5 Activate transponder 5.3.2 Activate transponder (via SMS) 1 Use the supplied USB cable to connect the cradle to a USB connector on the PC. 2 Insert your transponder in the cradle and check that the LED on the transponder is flashing RED. 3 Start up Flex Manager on the PC. The ‘No internet connection’ status will be shown. Select the ‘ACTIVATE SUBSCRIPTION VIA SMS’ button. A new screen will be displayed with a message and a series of code fields - see next step.
6 OPERATION Once correctly activated via Flex Manager (and fully charged), the transponder is ready to be mounted to your vehicle/bike and automatically record your times as you pass the measuring point(s). The following operation steps may be required: • Mount the transponder on your vehicle/bike for the race - see 6.1 Mount transponder on page 19 for more details; if required • Check your lap/race results on the scoreboard or by logging in to ‘Your results’ page on www.mylaps.
3 Attach transponder in holder: • Press the transponder into place in the holder • Lock the transponder in place with the retaining clip 6.2 1 Remove and store transponder Remove the transponder from the holder: • Normally you can leave the holder attached to the vehicle/bike • Remove the retaining clip 6 Operation • Detach the transponder from the holder 2 Store the transponder in a dry cool location: • Normally you can best load the transponder into the cradle for charging see 7.
6.3 View status (via Flex Manager) Start up Flex Manager on a PC. 2 Use the supplied USB cable to connect the cradle to a USB connector on the PC. 3 Insert your transponder in the cradle and check that the LED on the transponder is lit. 4 Check the expiration date in the bottom left of the screen. 6 Operation 1 Also check the battery level on the right of the screen and charge the transponder if necessary - see 7.3 Charge battery on page 24.
7 MAINTENANCE Maintenance can be described as, but not limited to: • Checking and testing components • Cleaning the unit and individual components - accumulated dirt can hamper unit operations • Charging the unit • Troubleshooting any malfunctions that may occur on the unit before, during and after operations 7.1 Periodic maintenance schedules Use the following table to plan routine maintenance for your unit.
7.2 Clean 1 Take a clean soft cloth or brush and moisten it with clean water (do not use an abrasive cleaning liquid). 2 Use the moist cloth or brush to clean the transponder, paying particular attention to remove any dirt on the connector pins. Dry off any excess moisture. 3 Take a fresh clean cloth and moisten it with clean water. 7 Maintenance Clean the cradle making sure not to get moisture on the electrical connector where the USB cable can be connected. Dry off any excess moisture.
7.3 1 Charge battery Check that temperature of the charging location is within range 0 to +40 °C (+32 to +104 °F). CAUTION HIGH VOLTAGE: Before connecting power to the cradle, make sure that all electrical connections are secure..
7.4 1 Check/Update subscription Connect the cradle with loaded transponder to a PC with the USB cable. Make sure there is no other transponder located within 50 mm from the cradle. 2 Check on the PC that you are connected to the internet. Start up the FlexManager application. 3 Check the subscription valididy in the bottom left corner of the screen. 7 Maintenance If the expiration date shows ‘None’, update the subscription as described in 5 Activate transponder on page 13. 7.
8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8.1 Troubleshooting principles Troubleshooting for the Flex transponder can be divided into 5 distinct categories: • Activation - see page 26 • Flex Manager - see page 26 • General - see page 27 • Flex Cradle - see page 28 • Flex Transponder - see page 28 If troubleshooting does not solve a problem, contact MYLAPS at support.flex@mylaps.com. 8.
Q: Am I using the latest version of Flex Manager? A: Flex Manager automatically checks for the latest version when it starts up on your PC with internet. 8.4 General Q: What is the Mylaps MX Flex Rechargeable Power Transponder? A: It is a pay for use based transponder for timekeeping. You pay a fee for using the transponder for a certain period of time (normally 1 year). Q: I didn't activate my transponder but I want to race now. What do I do? A: Follow the instruction in section 5.3.
8.5 Flex Cradle Q: Can I use someone else’s cradle to activate and/or charge my transponder? A: Yes. Q: How do I connect the flex cradle to my PC? A: Use the enclosed USB cable to connect to a USB port. Remember to FIRST install the software before connecting the cradle. Q: I've put my transponder in the cradle, but the Flex Manager still says "Transponder not detected". A: See flowchart on page 29. Q: What is the LED indication on my cradle? 8 Troubleshooting A: See 4.2.
Q: I've put my transponder in the cradle, but Flex Manager still says "Transponder not detected".
APPENDICES Appendix 1: Specifications NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Appendices Transponder Dimensions (B x D x H) 73 x 50 x 22 mm (approx. 2.9 x 2 x 0.9 in) Weight (including accessories) 90 g (approx. 0.2 lb) Charge time min. 16 hours for full charge Operating time min. 4 days (after full charge) Operating temperature -20 to +50 °C (-4 to +122 °F) Protection class Water and shockproof (IP67) Maximum speed 120 km/h (75 mph) Timing Resolution 0.
Appendix 2: CE Declaration CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We, MYLAPS Zuiderhoutlaan 4 2012 PJ Haarlem, The Netherlands Declare that the system Appendix 2: CE Declaration MX Flex System in accordance with the following directives: 2006 / 95 / EC The Low Voltage Directive 2004 / 108 / EC The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 1999 / 5 / EC Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive has been designed and manufactured to the following specifications: EN 300 330-2 V1.5.
Appendix 3: FCC Declaration This equipment complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This equipment may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Warning (part 15.21) Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
MYLAPS contact information: For general information: MYLAPS EMEA Office Haarlem Zuiderhoutlaan 4 2012 PJ Haarlem The Netherlands Phone: +31 (0)23 7600100 Fax: +31 (0)23 529 0156 info@mylaps.com Worldwide support team support.flex@mylaps.com Worldwide sales sales@mylaps.com Local enquiries Please contact your local distributor Page 32 of 32 Flex MX Transponder & Flex Manager User Manual (Revision 1.
