Freelap PowerUnit & Tx Flag

User Manual and Technical Specifications

Further Information

Battery and Battery Life

The PowerUnit is equipped with a 3.7V 5AH LiPo rechargeable battery.

Low Battery Indicator: When the battery is low, the PWR LED flashes red ?.
Recharging the Battery:
- Connect the USB port of the power cable (supplied) to a USB socket.
- Unscrew the sealing cap from the CHG port and connect the power cable to the CHG port.
- It is recommended to perform complete charges (charging time: 10 hours).
- When the battery is fully charged, the device provides a battery life of 50 hours.
- The PowerUnit features an automatic shutdown function (after 12 hours) to conserve battery power.

Technical Sheet

Weight: 1.250 kg
Dimensions of the PowerUnit: 75 x 140 x 25 mm
Dimensions of the Tx Flag: 55 x 100 x 23 cm
Compatibility: FxChip / FxChip BLE
Transmitter Modes: Tx / Mic
Transmitter Codes: START / LAP / FINISH
Detection Field: 6 m
Minimum Time Between Transmitters: 0.7 s
Accuracy: 2/100 of a second
Battery: 3.7V 5AH LiPo rechargeable battery
Battery Life: 50 h
Water Resistance: IP67
Operating Temperatures: -20°C to +50°C

Technical Support

Find our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions), as well as other manuals and user guides, on our website at: www.freelap.com/support

If you cannot find the answers to your questions, please contact your Freelap dealer. Find the list of Freelap dealers at: www.freelap.com/freelap-contact

After-Sales Service & Warranty

The PowerUnit & Tx Flag are guaranteed for 2 years. If you have any questions or need assistance with your device, please contact your Freelap dealer.

FREELAP SA
Av. D.-Jeanrichard 2A
CH-2114 Fleurier - Switzerland
+41 32 861 52 42
www.freelap.com

About the PowerUnit & Tx Flag

The PowerUnit is a versatile transmitter for the Freelap timing system. It can be quickly configured as a START, LAP, or FINISH transmitter. It emits a magnetic field that is automatically detected by your transponder as it passes. The PowerUnit is paired with an antenna flag, the Tx Flag, which provides a wider detection zone (6 meters).

Use of the PowerUnit & Tx Flag

1. Prerequisites

The PowerUnit & Tx Flag transmitter is an integral part of the Freelap timing system. To obtain your timing data, you must attach the transponder to the elastic band of the rider's mask and use the MyFreelap app (refer to corresponding user manuals).

2. Get to Know the PowerUnit

Controls and Indicators:

Set Button: Used to select the Tx mode.
Tx / Mic LEDs: Indicate the current mode the transmitter is set to.
Tx Port: Connects the PowerUnit to the Tx Flag.
CHG Port: Used for charging the device.
Power Button: Turns the transmitter on/off and selects the desired code.
PWR LED: Indicates if the device is on (green) or if the battery is low (red ?).
START / LAP / FINISH LEDs: Indicate which code the transmitter is currently set to.

3. Install the Tx Flag

Thread the 4 rods horizontally through each notch of the flag (top-right, top-left, bottom-right, bottom-left).
Thread the 3 support bars vertically into each notch of the flag (left, middle, right).
Fix the rods to the support bars by fitting them into each other.
Connect the Tx Flag to the Tx port of the PowerUnit.
Fix the support bars to the ground using pegs.

4. Turn On and Set the PowerUnit

Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds to turn on the transmitter.
Press the Set button to select the Tx mode. Each press cycles through the modes, and the LED for the selected Tx mode must flash.
Then, make short presses on the Power button to select the desired code (START = start transmitter, LAP = intermediate transmitter, FINISH = finish transmitter). Each short press cycles through the codes, and the LED for the selected code flashes.

5. Place the PowerUnit & Tx Flag on the Track

Fix the Tx Flag to the ground, on the side and parallel to the track. The Freelap logo should face the track. It must be placed at a maximum distance of 6 meters from the rider's path to ensure the transponder crosses the transmitter's detection field.

Note: Placing the transmitter in any other location or position may result in inaccuracies or non-detection.

6. Associate it with Other Freelap Transmitters

For the Freelap timing system to function, you must have at least one transmitter set to the FINISH code on your track. The PowerUnit is a versatile transmitter, allowing you to use multiple PowerUnit transmitters on your track (configured as START, LAP, or FINISH transmitters). You can also use it in conjunction with other Freelap transmitters (e.g., a Mx Start transmitter for the START function).

Transmitters must be spaced at a minimum of 0.7 seconds apart.
Your track can accommodate a maximum of 11 transmitters.
For optimal accuracy, position the start line 15 meters before the first transmitter.

Example - System in Loop

Diagram shows a mobile device connected to a Freelap PowerUnit & Tx Flag set to the "FINISH" code. Text indicates that for loop systems, one PowerUnit & Tx Flag set to FINISH is sufficient for capturing LAP times.

Example - Standard System

Diagram shows a mobile device. It illustrates a standard system setup with a Freelap PowerUnit & Tx Flag set to "START", another set to "LAP" (optional), and a final one set to "FINISH". An arrow indicates a 15-meter distance before the START transmitter.

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