MYLAPS PROCHIPFLEX Low Power Transponder User Manual 2013 01 ProChip FLEX QR Manual

MYLAPS BV Low Power Transponder 2013 01 ProChip FLEX QR Manual

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ProChip FLEX Transponder & ProChip FLEX ManagerQuick Reference
ProChip FLEX Transponder & ProChip FLEX Manager Quick Reference  Page 2  TABLE OF CONTENTS1 ACTIVATE TRANSPONDER  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  32 OPERATION  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  42.1 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.2 Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 REFERENCES & DECLARATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  53.1 References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53.2 CE Declaration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53.3 FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  MYLAPS EMEA Office       Haarlem                                                              The Netherlands                                                Tel: +31 23 7600 100                                       E-mail: info@mylaps.comMYLAPS AMERICAS OfficeAtlantaUSATel: +1 678 816 4000E-mail: info.americas@mylaps.comMYLAPS ASIA PACIFIC OfficeSydneyAustraliaTel: +61 2 9546 2606E-mail: info.asia.pacific@mylaps.comMYLAPS Japan Office                              Tokyo                                                                  Japan                                                                  Tel: +81 3 6418 8209                                      Email: info.japan@mylaps.com                                         www.mylaps.comPublished by:MYLAPS B.V.Zuiderhoutlaan 42012 PJ HaarlemThe Netherlands© 2013 No part of this document may be reproduced by any means without the written consent of the publisher. Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the information in this document is correct, no liability can be accepted by MYLAPS for loss, damage or injury caused by any errors or omissions in this document.Version: 2013-01
ProChip FLEX Transponder & ProChip FLEX Manager Quick Reference   Page 3  1 ACTIVATE TRANSPONDER NOTE:  For more information on activating the ProChip FLEX Transponder, refer to the ProChip FLEX Transponder & ProChip FLEX Manager User Manual, or go to http://flex.mylaps.com1Download software from:http://flex.mylaps.com2Install softwareThe software installs ProChip FLEX Manager and the driver for the ProChip FLEX Transponder.3Start ProChip FLEX ManagerProChip FLEX Manager will automatically try to find a connected  ProChip FLEX Transponder4Connect the ProChip FLEX transponder to a USB connector on the computer5Activate your transponder by pressing the ‘ACTIVATE’ button in ProChip FLEX Manager
ProChip FLEX Transponder &  ProChip FLEX Manager Quick Reference   Page 4  2OPERATIONYour MYLAPS ProChip FLEX Transponder is INACTIVE when shipped to you. Refer to chapter 1 Activate transponder on page 3 for how to activate it with the ProChip FLEX Manager software. Once activated, see following operation steps:• Cleaning - Clean your transponder regularly as described in 2.1 Cleaning  • Usage - Use transponder as described in 2.2 Usage 2.1 CleaningThe MYLAPS ProChip FLEX transponder should only be cleaned by a moist lint-free cloth or soft brush that has been slightly dampened with pure lukewarm water; the drying can be done by air dry (up to 25 degrees Celsius) or with a dry lint-free cloth.CAUTION: Never use high pressure waterguns, automotive cleaning products, detergents, dishwashers or washing machines.The neoprene ankle strap can only be cleaned by washer 3 times at max. 40 degrees Celsius and cannot be tumble dried. We recommend only to rinse the ankle strap with cold or lukewarm clear water and let it air dry.NOTE: If you wash the neoprene ankle strap more than 3 times by washer or if you throw the strap in the tumble dryer, the laminated layer will get separated from the neopreneand the ankle strap will shrink!2.2 UsageEither attach your ProChip FLEX Transponder to the neoprene strap and put it around your ankle or use the MYLAPS Bike Holder (sold separately) to attach the ProChip FLEX Transponder to your bicycle. Always check the required mounting instructions before each race with the race organisation.WARNING: Loose transponders are dangerous and can cause serious accidents. MYLAPS cannot be held responsible for any injuries or accidents caused by improper mounted ProChip FLEX Transponders. Regularly check the ProChip FLEX transponder LED for subscription and battery status:- Shake the ProChip FLEX Transponder for 10 seconds;- Place the ProChip FLEX Transponder on a completely stationary surface for 10 seconds;- The ProChip FLEX Transponder will give you 2 blinks:* First blink is for the subscription:- GREEN: Subscription OK- RED: Subscription expired* Second blink is for the battery status:- GREEN: Battery OK- RED: Battery lowTo access your timing results check www.mylaps.com
ProChip FLEX Transponder & ProChip FLEX Manager Quick Reference   Page 5  3 REFERENCES & DECLARATIONS3.1 ReferencesTo download the ProChip FLEX Manager software, please go to http://flex.mylaps.com.To download the ProChip FLEX Transponder & ProChip FLEX Manager user manual, please go to http://flex.mylaps.com.To download the ProChip FLEX Quick Start Guide, please go to http://flex.mylaps.com.To check the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), please go to http://flex.mylaps.com.3.2 CE DeclarationThis device complies with the EMC directive 2006/95/EC, 2004/108/EC, 1999/5/EC. A copy of the declaration of conformity can be obtained at:MYLAPS Sports TimingZuiderhoutlaan 42012 PJ HaarlemThe Netherlands3.3 FCC InformationThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is   connected.- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

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