Infinity Portable Speaker F849 User Manual

Infinity Start System  
User Guide  
F849 Rev. 1005  
 
Table of Contents  
1 Introduction  
Receiving Your Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1  
Scope of this Instruction Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1  
Infinity Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2  
Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2  
Infinity Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3  
2 Setup  
General Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1  
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1  
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1  
Infinity Connection Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2  
Using your Infinity with an Electronic Timer 2-3  
Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3  
On/Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3  
Adjusting PA Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3  
Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3  
External Strobe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4  
3 Using Your Infinity Electronic Start System  
Starter's Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1  
Strobe Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1  
Timer Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1  
Operating Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2  
4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1  
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1  
Cable Harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1  
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1  
In Case of Difficulty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2  
Returning Your Infinity for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4  
Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4  
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1
Introduction  
Thank you for purchasing Colorado Time Systems’ Infinity start system.  
Its multi-purpose design makes the Infinity perfect for use as an electronic  
start system or a limited public address system. Instructions for both of  
these applications are included in this manual.  
Receiving Your Equipment  
When you receive your Colorado Time Systems’ equipment, follow these  
steps:  
1) Open all shipping boxes.  
Note: We recommend that you save all shipping boxes and packing material.  
You are responsible for damage to your equipment if an item is returned  
improperly packed.  
2) Check all concealed damage immediately upon receipt of equipment.  
Report any damage directly to the freight carrier.  
3) Use the Packing List included with the shipment to take an inventory of  
all items. If you believe one or more parts to be missing, contact our  
Customer Service Department immediately. They can be reached by email:  
[email protected], or by telephone: 800-279-0653 x 256  
in the U.S. and Canada, or at 970-667-1000 x256.  
Scope of this Instruction Guide  
This instruction guide addresses all issues related to the installation and  
normal operation of your Infinity start system. A complete maintenance  
and troubleshooting section covers the most common problems that are  
user correctable. For any repairs or problems not found in this instruction  
guide, call Colorado Time Systems’ Customer Service Department, ext.  
256, toll-free at 800-279-0653 (U.S. and Canada) or 970-667-1000.  
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Infinity Start System Features  
Your portable Infinity Start System contains a number of features which  
make it versatile and easy to use. It also serves as a limited public address  
system, allowing you to make announcements to your swimmers at prac-  
tice and to the swimmers and spectators at a meet.  
Add to these features the peace of mind you get from knowing Colorado  
Time Systems stands behind you with more than thirty years of expertise  
in designing and building accurate, reliable and innovative products.  
Public address system to address swimmers and spectators. A 0.5 second  
dual tone electronic blast with simultaneous strobe flash. False start  
recall: repeating dual tone.  
Functions  
Each Infinity start system has a safe, reliable internal gel-cell battery with  
external charger and battery life indicator. The Infinity will not operate  
while plugged in to AC power.  
Battery Power  
Note: Your Infinity Start System can be operated only from battery power,  
keeping AC power away from the pool deck and reducing the possibility of  
electric shock.  
Bright 360° strobe light automatically flashes simultaneously when horn  
sounds. Gives watch timers/officials a reliable start reference; provides fair  
starts to hearing-impaired athletes.  
Strobe Light  
Speakers  
The Infinity includes one built-in 40-watt, 8 ohm moisture and corrosion  
resistant reflex speaker. An additional speaker with is available for far  
lane starting.  
Single microphone used to address swimmers, start the race and recall in  
the event of a false start.  
Microphone  
Mounting Options  
Place the Infinity module on a tabletop or pool deck, or use the optional  
CTS tripod (TR-3) with its mounting bracket.  
Interfaces to all Colorado Time Systems’ electronic timers using start  
jumper cable, Model INF-SJ25 (25-foot cable) or Model INF-SJ50M (50  
meter cable).  
Connection to electronic timer  
The following optional equipment is available for use with your Infinity  
Start System. Call your Colorado Time Systems at 1-800-279-0111 x250  
(U.S. and Canada) or 970-667-1000 to place an order.  
Optional Equipment  
ˆ TR-3 Tripod: disassembles easily for storage. Adjustable height.  
Portable.  
ˆ INF-SP (125 or 200): 40-watt speaker with 125- or 200-foot cable for  
far lane speaker mounting.  
ˆ EXTSTROBE: External strobe light.  
ˆ M-(25, 50, 100 or 200): Replacement Microphone with 25, 50, 100 or  
200-foot cable.  
ˆ INF-SJ (25 or 50M): Start jumper cable for electronic timer with 25-  
foot or 50-meter length.  
ˆ BP-3: Spare battery and external charger.  
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Infinity Specifications  
Model INF-SSM: Loudspeaker Start System consisting of a start module  
General  
with built-in strobe, built-in 40-watt corrosion-resistant speaker, internal  
gel-cell battery, external battery charger wall brick, one plug-in micro-  
phone, and instruction guide.  
Height:  
Length:  
Width:  
9.75 inches  
14.25 inches  
7.25 inches  
12 lbs (5.4 kg)  
Physical  
Weight:  
Temperature: 0°C - 50°C  
Humidity: 90% (non-condensing)  
Altitude: 0 to 3000 m  
Environmental  
DC Supply: 18 VDC @ 1.2A. The 18 V power adapter is used for recharg-  
ing only.  
Electrical, Base Unit  
Note: Your Infinity Start System can be operated only from battery  
power, keeping AC power away from the pool deck and reducing the possi-  
bility of electric shock.  
Type: One 12 V Gel Cell  
Operating Time: 8 hours of normal use  
Recharge Time: 8 hours  
Battery  
Fuses  
Battery - 5A Time Lag, 5mm x 20mm  
Input and Output  
Connections  
Microphone Ports: Input - 5V  
External Charging Power: Input - 18 VDC @ 1.2A  
Speaker Port: Output - 18 VAC @ 5A max.  
Start Port: Opto - Isolator Transistor  
This product is intended to be used in an indoor or outdoor swimming pool  
environment. When it is operated in the United States, it must be used in  
accordance with the National Electric Code. When it is operated elsewhere  
it must be used in accordance with all applicable national and local codes  
and regulations.  
Installation/Maintenance  
When charging, the Infinity Start System power supply must be used with  
a grounded outlet. This equipment is intended to be connected to a circuit  
protected by a ground-fault circuit interrupter when used outdoors or near  
a pool. This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug  
having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-  
type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the  
plug into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to replace your obsolete  
outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.  
Using the Infinity Start System in a manner not specified by Colorado  
Time Systems may cause the protection provided by the equipment to be  
impaired. Other than those maintenance items described in the Infinity  
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user manual, there are no user serviceable parts on the Infinity Start  
System. When servicing those parts shown in the user manual, use only  
replacement parts specified. Replacing of fuses or similar servicing shall be  
performed only while the unit is disconnected from the source of supply.  
Strobe  
Speaker  
Connector Panel  
Figure A: Infinity Start System Components  
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2
Setup  
This chapter contains instructions for setting up your Infinity Electronic  
Start System. The instructions in this chapter cover standard configura-  
tions. Your start system configuration may vary depending on specific  
requirements and optional equipment purchased.  
General Guidelines  
Select an appropriate location for your start system module—usually the  
scorer’s table. Using the optional TR-3 tripod can give greater freedom to  
place your Infinity in the most convenient location.  
Location  
Important: When installing your start system in a pool area, always place  
the start system module in a location where there is no chance that it could  
fall into the pool.  
When using the built-in strobe light, the start system module should be  
positioned so that officials and spectators can start their watches from the  
strobe rather than the start tone, improving the accuracy of watch starts.  
The Infinity start system operates on its built-in 12 VDC power source.  
When the battery is fully charged, typical operation is eight hours, depend-  
ing on usage. Using the microphone as a public address system sub-  
stantially reduces battery life.  
Battery  
The Infinity connection panel has a battery life indicator LED. The LED  
will shine green when the battery is fully charged. It will turn yellow when  
the battery has 5-6 hours of use remaining. It is best to recharge the bat-  
tery when the indicator turns yellow. The battery indicator will turn red  
when only 1-2 hours of battery power remain. While the Infinity is plugged  
in and charging, the LED flashes green, and turns solid green when  
charged.  
Battery Life Indicator LED  
Green - fully charged  
Yellow - needs charging  
Red - almost out of power  
Flashing green - charging  
Battery Charging  
Your Infinity will not operate while plugged into AC power for charging. It  
is therefore important that you make sure the battery is fully  
charged before each day’s swimming (the Battery Life indicator  
should be green). Pay attention to the battery life indicator and  
recharge your battery after each use, especially when the indicator turns  
yellow. The Battery Life indicator will blink green on/off when charging.  
The best time to recharge the internal battery is immediately after each  
day’s use. To recharge the internal battery, remove the Infinity from the  
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pool area, plug the battery charger into a 115VAC outlet. Attach the cable  
from the battery charger to the Charger connector on the Infinity con-  
nection panel, shown in Figure B below. Turn the power switch to Off to  
charge the battery. Keep the charger plugged in until the next use.  
The charging circuit in the Infinity prevents overcharging, allowing you to  
leave the battery charger plugged in for extended periods of time without  
damaging the battery or any other components. If you do not use your  
Infinity for two or more months, recharge the battery before use. It is nor-  
mal for rechargeable batteries to lose some power when not in use.  
The battery will lose 20% of its charge in two to three months if it  
is not left plugged in.  
Note: Make sure the power switch is in the Off position while charging.  
An optional spare battery and external charger (BP-3) are also available  
for facilities to ensure that their Infinity always has a charged battery  
ready.  
Note: Do not change the internal battery near water. Bring unit to a dry  
location before removing internal battery.  
12v Battery  
Charger Input  
Power Switch  
Speaker Volume  
Control  
Battery Life  
Indicator LED  
Wired Microphone  
or External Strobe  
Inputs  
CTS Timer Output  
External Speaker  
Figure B: Infinity Connection Panel  
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If you are using your Infinity with an electronic sports timer, connect the  
timer start cable from the cable harness or deck plate to the Start input on  
your Infinity connection panel.  
Using your Infinity with  
an Electronic Timer  
The Infinity sends only Normally Open (N.O.) start pulses, which work  
with all Colorado Time Systems’ electronic timers. If your timer requires a  
Normally Closed start pulse, contact your Colorado Time Systems repre-  
sentative for factory modifications.  
Connect the microphone to either of the microphone jacks on the Infinity  
connector panel.  
Microphone  
Note: Your Infinity electronic start system is designed for use only with facto-  
ry-supplied microphones.. For reliable operation, do not connect any other  
devices other than CTS-supplied microphones or external strobes to the  
microphone jacks.  
To turn on your Infinity start system, flip the power switch to the On  
position. The location of the power switch is shown in Figure B on page 2-  
2. Regardless of start or PA operation, the Infinity consumes power when-  
ever it is turned on. Therefore, it is very important that you remember to  
flip the power switch to the Off position when your Infinity is not in use.  
Failure to do so will result in a discharged battery after a few days. To pre-  
vent battery discharge, always remember to turn off the power switch and  
recharge the battery overnight as soon as possible after using your  
Infinity.  
On/Off Switch  
To adjust the PA volume, turn on the Infinity, and adjust the volume knob  
on the connector panel. Rotating the volume control clockwise increases  
the volume; rotating the volume control counter-clockwise decreases the  
volume. Test the volume level by speaking into the microphone.  
Adjusting PA Volume  
The volume control affects only the PA volume—start and recall tones  
always function at maximum volume.  
Note: To avoid feedback noise, do not hold the microphone close to the  
speakers when testing the output volume. Also, turn the volume down to  
decrease feedback.  
The Infinity has one built-in speaker. At the start impulse, this speaker  
amplifies the start tone.  
Speakers  
One optional external speaker can be added. When using an external  
speaker, connect it to the External Speaker jack on the connector panel.  
Note: Attach only the CTS-approved Infinity external speaker to the speaker  
connector on your Infinity connection panel. Attaching any other type of  
speakers can cause your start system to fail.  
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To connect the external strobe, plug one end of a DC3 cable into the  
external strobe and the other end into either microphone 1 or 2 on the  
infinity start system. Either microphone plug will work.  
External Strobe  
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3
Using Your Infinity Electronic  
Start System  
Starter’s Microphone  
To use the starter’s microphone for public address, press the push-to-  
talk switch located on the top left side of the microphone and speak into  
the grille on the front of the microphone.  
To start a race, hold down the push-to-talk switch and press the start  
button on the top left side of the microphone.  
To recall a false start, hold down the push-to-talk switch and hold down  
the start button a second time. The recall must be made within five (5)  
seconds of the start pulse.  
A convenient microphone rest is built into the Infinity to the left of the  
connection panel. When the microphone is not in use, make a habit of  
snapping the microphone on to the rest. Using the microphone rest keeps  
the microphone out of the way and prevents accidental drops and potential  
damage.  
Microphone Rest  
Strobe Light  
Timer Output  
The strobe light flashes automatically whenever the start system receives  
a start pulse.  
When properly connected to an electronic timing system, the Infinity auto-  
matically sends a start pulse to the timer whenever the microphone start  
button is pressed. If your electronic timer does not start properly, check  
the start cable connections both at the timer cable harness or deck plate,  
and at your Infinity.  
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Operating Notes  
Using your Infinity electronic start system during training sessions is one  
of its most useful features. Swimmers will quickly become accustomed to  
electronic starting and will thereby improve their start reflexes.  
Training  
The volume control on the Infinity Connector Panel module affects only  
the PA volume. The start and recall tones always operate at full volume. If  
the start tone drops in volume or becomes longer, the battery is getting  
low and needs to be recharged.  
Volume Control  
Battery Indicator  
Check the Battery Life indicator LED to verify your battery’s remaining  
power. Its different colors indicate:  
Green - fully charged  
Yellow - needs charging  
Red - almost out of power  
Flashing green - in charging mode  
If coaches, parents and spectators attempt to start their stopwatches from  
the start tone, they will not get accurate starts. The relatively slow speed  
of sound (compared with the speed of light) generally results in late stop-  
watch starts for observers at any distance from the speakers. Educate your  
coaches, parents and spectators to use Infinity’s built-in strobe or external  
strobe to trigger their stopwatch starts. The strobe flash is unaffected by  
poor acoustics and the fast speed of light ensures that all observers see the  
flash at the same time, resulting in more accurate stopwatch starts. The  
strobe also ensures fair starts for hearing-impaired athletes.  
Strobe Light Usage  
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4
Maintenance and  
Troubleshooting  
This chapter contains maintenance and troubleshooting information  
which helps you keep your Infinity in good working order and helps you  
solve common problems quickly and easily.  
Your Infinity electronic start system has been carefully designed to pro-  
vide years of trouble-free service. No routine maintenance is necessary,  
but following a few simple steps will ensure that your Infinity delivers the  
trouble-free service for which it was designed.  
You can extend the usable life of the internal battery by always keeping it  
fully charged—never allow the battery to discharge completely. Leave the  
Infinity plugged in when not in use and always make sure the power  
switch is in the Off position after every use. If the Battery Life indicator  
turns red, your battery needs immediate recharging. See page 2-1 for more  
details.  
Battery  
Do not allow your speakers, speaker connections, cable harness terminals  
and timer start cable connector to remain wet constantly. Colorado Time  
Systems uses the finest quality materials available for these items, but the  
pool environment is very harsh. The corrosive action of chemically-treated  
Cable Harness  
Storage  
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In Case of Difficulty  
Colorado Time Systems has taken great care to ensure that your Infinity  
electronic start system provides years of trouble-free service. If, however,  
you should experience difficulties with your Infinity, first attempt to locate  
and solve the problem using the Troubleshooting guide. Locate the prob-  
lem you are experiencing and follow the remedies one at a time in the  
order presented, checking your Infinity for proper operation between each  
recommended remedy.  
Solving simple problems yourself will save you time and money. If the  
problem you are experiencing is not mentioned in the Troubleshooting  
guide or the recommended steps do not solve the problem, call Customer  
Service, ext. 256, toll-free at 800-287-0653 (U.S. and Canada) or 970-667-  
1000 for assistance.  
Troubleshooting  
This section helps you solve common start system problems quickly.  
Locate the difficulty you are experiencing in the Symptom column and  
then follow the recommendations in the Action column one at a time, in  
the order they appear. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed or  
the recommended remedies do not have the desired effect, write a summa-  
ry of the problem and all steps you have taken to correct it and call  
Colorado Time Systems’ Customer Service Department, ext. 256, toll-free  
at 800-CTS-0653 (U.S. and Canada) or 970-667-1000.  
Symptom  
Action  
Notes  
Nothing Works  
1. Check power On/Off switch  
If power switch is on, and the LED  
indicator is red, the battery is discharged.  
2. Recharge battery  
See instructions beginning on page 2-1.  
3. Check all connections on Infinity  
Connector Panel.  
See Figure B on page 2-2 for locations of  
these items.  
Battery will not charge  
1. Check power AC outlet—use a working  
lamp to check for power at outlet  
2. Check charger connection on  
the Infinity Connector Panel  
See Figure B for location of this item. The  
Battery indicator will flash green when  
charging.  
3. Replace battery  
See instructions beginning on page 4-4.  
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Symptom  
Action  
Notes  
Infinity does not start  
electronic timer but start  
horn sounds properly.  
1. Check cable connections at timer,  
cable harness (or deck plate) and Infinity.  
2. Make sure you are using a Colorado  
Time Systems timer (Normally Open  
circuit)  
3. Possible electronic timer failure —  
attempt to start timer manually.  
No start or recall tones at  
speaker(s).  
1. Make sure the starter is holding down See instructions on page 3-1.  
the push-to-talk thumb switch when  
pressing the start button on the  
microphone.  
2. Check wired microphone connector  
on the Infinity connector panel.  
See Figure B for location of this item.  
3. Check speaker connector at external  
speaker and on Infinity connector panel.  
4. The microphone switch may be bad—  
substitute another microphone.  
No public address output at  
speaker(s).  
1. Check volume control level on the  
Infinity connector panel.  
See Figure B for location of this item.  
See Figure B for location of this item.  
2. Check speaker connector at external  
speaker and on Infinity connector panel.  
3. Check microphone connection on the  
Infinity connector panel.  
Strobe does not flash  
1. Allow a few seconds between starts  
for strobe to recharge.  
2. Return Infinity to CTS for repair  
Experiencing Feedback  
1. Move further away from the base unit  
or behind the speakers in use.  
2. Turn down the speaker volume  
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Returning Your Infinity For Service  
If you are experiencing a problem not found in the Troubleshooting guide  
or not corrected by the troubleshooting instructions, it may be necessary  
to send part or all of your Infinity to the factory for service. Depending on  
the problem, it may be necessary to return the entire start system. The  
following list contains the components which can be returned to the facto-  
ry individually after removal from the Infinity module.  
Warning: Before attempting to remove any components, make sure the  
Infinity power switch is in the Off position and the battery charger is  
unplugged.  
Detach the speaker connector from the Infinity module connector panel.  
Return the defective speaker.  
External Speaker  
For any of the cables used, detach all connections and return the cable.  
Cables  
Return the entire system if you suspect that the strobe light portion of  
your start system is damaged. First try the troubleshooting tips described  
on page 4-3.  
Strobe Light  
If you have tried to charge the 12v battery and it no longer is holding a  
charge, you may need to replace it with a new battery. The battery indica-  
tor LED will shine red if, after charging, the battery did not hold the  
charge.  
12v Gel-cell Battery  
To replace the battery, place the Infinity unit on a table in a dry location,  
away from the pool deck.  
1. With a Phillips-head  
screwdriver, unscrew the  
Battery  
three screws on the back  
battery cover as shown in  
Figure C. Remove the back  
panel of the Infinity.  
Clip  
Screws  
2. Lift up the battery clip  
and slide the 12-volt gel-  
cell battery partway out so  
you have easier access to  
the connectors.  
3. Disconect the two con-  
nectors by wiggling them  
from side to side while  
pulling them off of the bat-  
tery posts.  
Figure C: 12v Battery Compartment  
4. Remove the battery.  
5. Lift up the battery clip and slide the new battery into the chamber with  
the battery connectors facing the opening. Let the battery clip snap down  
on to the battery to hold it in place.  
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6. Connect the colored wire connectors to the corresponding connectors on  
the battery. Do not pull excessively on the wires or you may dislodge them  
from the main circuit board.  
7. Replace the back panel and tighten the three screws to hold the panel in  
place.  
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Colorado Time Systems  
1551 East 11th Street  
Loveland, CO 80537 USA  
Sales: U.S. and Canada: 1-800-279-0111 x250  
Service: U.S. and Canada: 1-800-287-0653 x256  
Sales and Service outside U.S. and Canada: +1 970-667-1000  
Fax: 970-667-1032  
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