Entertainment Applications--EPP Parallel PCMCIA Cards
Application:
Stock Car
Race Scoring
Quatech Products Used: SPP-100
EPP Parallel PCMCIA Card
The
United Speed Alliance Racing (USAR) Hooters ProCup Series uses the AMB transponder
scoring system as one of three scoring methods. The system is implemented by
placing transponder detection points at between eight and 50 locations around
the track. It uses a dedicated dot matrix printer using LPT1 to record each
passing of each transponder. The SPP-100 provides a second LPT2 port for printing
the running order at scheduled lap segments (usually every 50 laps) for the
working press. Additionally, a network hub provides a link for race control,
the announcer and to the TV production truck to receive constant rundown of
position, lap times and separation from the leader through a second monitor
program.
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