The ChampionChip
Accurate times for every athlete.
The ChampionChip is a high-tech, easy to use
timing device.
| Summary |
| Each registered 5k runner/walker will receive a ChampionChip
in their race packet. This chip must be worn on your shoe as stated
below. All ChampionChips must be returned to race organizers at
the finish line. There is a $30 fee
for any non-returned ChampionChips. |
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| Series
Q&A |
Q. Can I use my own ChampionChip?
A. No, it's not possible, given the logistics of the Series. We
will
provide a pre-programmed chip for you to use. |
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Q. Will my time be net or gun time?
A. Your time will be the elapsed time after the "gun"
goes off to
start the race -- sometimes referred to as gun time. |
What is a ChampionChip?
A ChampionChip is a miniature transponder in a specially designed
housing, marked with a unique identification number. The transponder
is a waterproof glass capsule that contains a silicon chip and an
energizing coil. The ChampionChip can be used under all weather conditions,
wet and dry, cold and hot.
How does the ChampionChip work?
There are no batteries in the ChampionChip. The transponder is inactive
until moved into a magnetic field, generated by a send antenna in
a mat. When the ChampionChip enters the magnetic field, the energizing
coil produces an electric current to power the chip. The transponder
then transmits its unique identification number to a receive antenna
in a mat. The entire process takes approximately 60 milliseconds.
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Antenna mat sends out electromagnetic field
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ChampionChip sends its unique code |
How to use a ChampionChip during events
- Make sure no one else uses the chip issued to you by the Bucks
5k Series.
- Make sure that you have only one chip in an event.
- Bear in mind: no chip, no time. Only athletes wearing a ChampionChip
will be timed.
- Chips issued by this event, must be returned after crossing the
finish line.
How to attach the ChampionChip
The reading distance of the ChampionChip System is limited. The antennas
are embedded in the red mats on the road.
- The chip should preferably be attached to the shoelace or attached
to the ankle with a strap. Loop a single lace through the square
holes of the ChampionChip and pull it tightly to the shoe. When
using a strap, attach the ankle strap with the chip around your
ankle. Make sure you do not attach it too firmly because your ankles
will swell up during the event.
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Attached to the shoelace |
Attached with an ankle strap |
To make it work
There are some guidelines to make sure the chip will be charged by the
magnetic field, generated by the red mats:
- When attached to the shoelace, the central tube of the chip should
be pointing in the "running direction". When attached
on the ankle the tube should point downwards.
Do's & Don'ts
- The chip can be damaged by extreme shocks.
- If you cannot finish the race, return your chip only to designated
race officials or volunteers.
- Do not cross the systems by walking on your hands. Your chip will
not be read.
- Do not attach the ankle strap too firmly to your ankle: your ankle
will swell up during the event.
Using a ChampionChip together with a running pod
The ChampionChip can be used together with foot monitors, like the Nike
Triax V10/V12/CV12 series pod, Polar pods and Suunto pods, that register
and transmit speed and distance information to a watch. Just attach
the ChampionChip on the other foot than the pod.
