The Winning Time system is designed around the TIRIS RFID (radio frequency identification) technology developed by Texas Instruments, which delivers proven and highly reliable performance. The equipment and chips have been successfully used to time thousands of races around the world from large marathons to densely-packed nordic ski racing to cycling races where sprinters cross the finish line at 40mph. There are three main elements to the system: The Chip, Box and Antenna.
THE CHIP
The Winning Time transponder (known as a "Chip") is an extremely light passive radio transmitter,
without a battery. The Chip consists of a micro antenna and an integrated circuit which can transmit a unique
20 digit code, and is encased in a hard plastic cover. It is worn by the athletes on an adjustable easy-on /
easy-off Velcro ankle strap. The chip can also be mounted on a bicycle's front fork with a special lightweight
support case. The Winning Time Chip is extremely durable and will last for years.
THE BOX
The controller boxes are used wherever athlete data must be captured: starting lines, split check points and finish
lines. The controller box houses the TIRIS RFID modules (chip readers), which are controlled by Winning Time's
proprietary CPU. Long lasting rechargeable batteries are also included in the box. A built in memory stores data
until the user wishes to delete it. Our weatherproof controller boxes connect to multiple mat antennas that capture
chip data (ID code & race time) as athletes pass over them. Numerous communications ports provide connectivity
options between the controller boxes and the scoring computer. The boxes have been constructed to withstand the
rigors of constant use, environmental conditions and transportation. They are built to last!
THE ANTENNA
The controller boxes are used wherever athlete data must be captured: starting lines, split check points and finish
lines. The controller box houses the TIRIS RFID modules (chip readers), which are controlled by Winning Time's
proprietary CPU. Long lasting rechargeable batteries are also included in the box. A built in memory stores data
until the user wishes to delete it. Our weatherproof controller boxes connect to multiple mat antennas that capture
chip data (ID code & race time) as athletes pass over them. Numerous communications ports provide connectivity
options between the controller boxes and the scoring computer. The boxes have been constructed to withstand the
rigors of constant use, environmental conditions and transportation. They are built to last!
The Winning Time system operates in the following way: