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Setting up the SPMLTG5000 Gate system
The Infrared (IR) LEDs need to be strung up facing across the race track. The
light beam from the IR LEDs is the virtual “gate” that will trigger the timing
system when the SPMLTT2500 passes.
IR LEDs may be attached to existing race gates, fence poles, or similar. Horizon
Hobby racing gates FPV10604 and FPV10605 feature eyelets which can
be utilized to hold the IR LEDs with a zip tie.
Tip:
A simple stand to hold the timing system can be built with
common PVC material available from local hardware stores.
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Materials for vertical PVC gate assembly (not
included)
1
5 foot length of 1/2 inch PVC
6
12 inch sections of 1/2 inch PVC tube
3
1/2 inch PVC T-Fittings
Assemble the timing stand as shown and attach the timing
system using double sided tape and straps with hook and loop
material. Glue is usually not necessary to assemble to PVC
pipes, which also makes it easy to disassemble for
transport.
IR LED 1ft
IR LED 2ft
IR LED 3ft
IR LED 4ft
IR LED 5ft
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Materials for horizontal PVC
gate assembly (not included)
1
length of 1/2 inch PVC
(sized to width of track)
6
18 inch sections of 1/2 inch
PVC tube
2
1/2 inch PVC 90˚ elbows
2
1/2 inch PVC T-Fittings
