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by Kurt Wylde
Thu Nov 06, 2008 3:01 pm
Forum: Do-It-Yourself
Topic: Serial Port Systems
Replies: 2
Views: 8014

Serial Port Systems

I would like sources/opinions on a Serial Port timer to work with GPRM. I built the parallel system that is in the GP Race Central site (used with GPRM v6), so I assume I can still use the start switch and sensors. http://derbytimer.com/diy/ has stuff that would be a good match, but they have all be...
by Kurt Wylde
Thu Sep 25, 2008 11:20 am
Forum: Do-It-Yourself
Topic: Retrofit Aluminum Plating
Replies: 1
Views: 8188

Retrofit Aluminum Plating

We have an old wooden track that needs to be refurbished.
Has anyone used the Beta Crafts Aluminum plating? http://www.betacrafts.com/catalog/produ ... ucts_id=61

I would like to find instructions on how it is installed, especially the joining of the track lengths.

Thanks.
by Kurt Wylde
Fri Sep 07, 2007 3:42 pm
Forum: Do-It-Yourself
Topic: GPRM v7 No More Parallel Port
Replies: 2
Views: 9226

GPRM v7 No More Parallel Port

Last year I built the timer with the plans from this site. I believe it uses the parallel port. If I upgrade to v7, is there some way to convert the timer to a serial port?
by Kurt Wylde
Mon Jan 22, 2007 7:22 pm
Forum: General Coordinator Topics
Topic: Thanks Derby Talk and GPRM!
Replies: 2
Views: 5648

Thanks Derby Talk and GPRM!

Hello Derby Talk Readers Last year I bought GPRM to manage the roster and generate schedules for our pack pinewood derby (my first). We were using Mk I eyeballs to determine results. This year I built the circuit from this website. I made a testing rig, and when I ran the hardware test from GPRM and...
by Kurt Wylde
Thu Jan 04, 2007 9:27 pm
Forum: Do-It-Yourself
Topic: Parallel Port Connector Numbering
Replies: 2
Views: 8655

Parallel Port Connector Numbering

Hello

Could someone please explain the pin numbering of a Parallel Port Connector?

Thank you.
by Kurt Wylde
Sun Dec 17, 2006 3:17 pm
Forum: Do-It-Yourself
Topic: How Do I test the Start Sensor Circuit
Replies: 7
Views: 13352

Re: How Do I test the Start Sensor Circuit

I have removed all the LEDs from the circuit, and it is not connected to the parallel port; it looks just like the picture in the first post. If I measure the voltage on the left Quad Comparator, between pin 12 (ground) and pin 2 (Output 1) the meter reads .1 volt. Is that a problem? When I attach t...
by Kurt Wylde
Sun Dec 17, 2006 12:29 am
Forum: Do-It-Yourself
Topic: How Do I test the Start Sensor Circuit
Replies: 7
Views: 13352

Re: How Do I test the Start Sensor Circuit

A more specific question may help me - The instructions from the website: To test each comparator output, one at a time, take a small length of wire and connect from the lane/start input of the quad comparator (pins 4, 6, 8, and 10) to ground. The holes at the back of the wire terminals are good for...
by Kurt Wylde
Sat Dec 16, 2006 7:44 pm
Forum: Do-It-Yourself
Topic: How Do I test the Start Sensor Circuit
Replies: 7
Views: 13352

Re: How Do I test the Start Sensor Circuit

I will study that info you posted NealOnWheels and see if I can make sense of it. The plans I am using are here: http://grandprix-race-central.com/modules.php?name=Content&pa=showpage&pid=7 I just hooked up the "optional" LEDs between E25-H25, E23-H23, E29-H29, E27-H27, E31-H31. Th...
by Kurt Wylde
Sat Dec 16, 2006 5:31 pm
Forum: Do-It-Yourself
Topic: How Do I test the Start Sensor Circuit
Replies: 7
Views: 13352

How Do I test the Start Sensor Circuit

Hello I am building the circuit on this site. I am now ready to "Test the Quad Comparator Outputs". My feeble brain needs a more detailed description of doing this. Pic of circuit: http://grandprix-race-central.com/images/electronics/ss_board2.jpg The instructions state to test for voltage...
by Kurt Wylde
Sun Nov 26, 2006 11:06 am
Forum: Do-It-Yourself
Topic: Quad Comparator Pins
Replies: 7
Views: 13139

Re: Quad Comparator Pins

Thank you Mr. Pope.
by Kurt Wylde
Sat Nov 25, 2006 7:58 pm
Forum: Software
Topic: PWD car design software
Replies: 11
Views: 15652

Re: PWD car design software

I am also searching for M Lastufka's software; can't find a current site with his articles or apps.

Thanks.
by Kurt Wylde
Sat Nov 25, 2006 7:44 pm
Forum: Do-It-Yourself
Topic: Quad Comparator Pins
Replies: 7
Views: 13139

Re: Quad Comparator Pins

Hello again,

Here is a picture of the chip in question:


Image

Any help determining pin 1 is appreciated.

Thank you.
by Kurt Wylde
Mon Nov 20, 2006 9:49 am
Forum: Do-It-Yourself
Topic: Quad Comparator Pins
Replies: 7
Views: 13139

Quad Comparator Pins

Hello
How can I determine the pin numbering on these chips? The packaging didn't explain anything. I am building the circuit from the plans on this website, 4 lane version.

Thanks!
by Kurt Wylde
Sun Nov 12, 2006 7:30 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Multimeter Question
Replies: 1
Views: 8592

Multimeter Question

Hello It's been 25 years since I held a soldering iron; I have some questions regarding power supply construction and using the multimeter. I assembled the power supply shown in the Content portion of the website, using a 12 volt transformer. When I put the meter on the transformer leads, the meter ...
by Kurt Wylde
Mon Jul 03, 2006 12:24 pm
Forum: Raingutter Regatta
Topic: Regatta and Grand Prix Race Manager
Replies: 0
Views: 14127

Regatta and Grand Prix Race Manager

Hello We will have ~30 cubs on a 2 lane regatta track. When I generate a Perfect-N chart, it creates 60 heats. I would prefer fewer heats due to time constraints, and am now thinking about double-elimination. I don't believe Grand Prix Race Manager supports double elimination. Is anyone aware of a t...