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Train Your Operations Team for a Successful Swim Season

Written by Lisa M Adams | Sep 25, 2023 5:44:13 PM

Turnover Since Last Season?

Let us help by providing step-by-step instructions on using your Colorado Time Systems competitive swimming equipment with success.

From parent volunteers to graduating swimmers, we know you have likely experienced some turnover since last season and need to educate your new team on how to use your competitive swimming equipment.

The Colorado Time Systems YouTube Channel has dozens of instructional videos and playlists to help you navigate your competitive swimming equipment. This will be your #1 source for teaching and training. 

From Swimming Start Systems to DisplayLink, we have you covered. Here is everything you need to know.

Swimming Start Systems

Your Colorado Time Systems Start System is an invaluable asset in your collection of competitive swimming equipment. It not only initiates the race for athletes but also captivates the attention of the audience.

Don't let the operation of the Championship Start System or Infinity Start System intimidate you as a new user. We've got you covered with comprehensive user guides, troubleshooting information, and a helpful videos to guarantee confidence when operating your Colorado Time Systems Swimming Start System.

We recommend practicing these easy steps before and after the use of your swimming start system.

Before use:

  • Check microphone audio levels and start signals
  • Check flash strobe on the start signal
  • Check speaker output
  • Clean all connections using alcohol and a cotton swab
  • Check connector prongs and receptacles for corrosion

After use:

  • Charge batteries for 12-24 hours
  • Lubricate connections with Dow #111 or equivalent dielectric grease

User's Guides and Manuals - Follow the step-by-step instructions in the Championship Start System and Infinity Start System User's Guides is your best resource for learning how to use our Swimming Start Systems.

Start System Troubleshooting - Visit our Start System Troubleshooting Guide for quick answers to any problems you are encountering with your facility's swimming start system.

Flagpole Mounting - Learn how to properly and safely mount your swimming start system using our flagpole mount properly and safely. 

Swim Timers

Colorado Time Systems has three Swim Timing Systems:  Gen7 Swim Timing, our System 6 Timing Console, and the Dolphin Wireless Stopwatch Swim Timing

Your timing system is the most complex piece of competitive swim timing equipment you own. It seamlessly gathers all the crucial data and transmits it to your scoreboard, ensuring an athlete's accurate performance from start to finish.

Knowing how to operate your swim timer is something a few different people on your team should understand. Having multiple swim timing operators is always a good idea.

Below, you can explore our comprehensive collection of video playlists showcasing GEN7, System 6, and Dolphin Wireless Stopwatch Timing.

Gen7 Swim Timing - We have created and published several instructional videos regarding how to operate our Gen7 Swim Timer. You can find a full playlist to answer all of your questions on our YouTube Channel.

SYS6 Timing Console - Operating the System 6 Timing Console has never been easier with our System 6 Timing Console playlist of how-to videos on YouTube. 

Dolphin Wireless System - From updating to using the Dolphin Wireless Stopwatch, we have a full playlist of informative and easy-to-learn videos waiting for you. 

DisplayLink

What turns an LED Video Display into a Video Scoreboard? DisplayLink.

After the initial installation of your Colorado Time Systems LED Video Display, you received training on how to operate your new video scoreboard. Any information obtained during this training should always be referenced and used.

DisplayLink is an extensive program, and understanding how to utilize it is something you need to learn. We have explored and compiled an equally extensive playlist of everything you need to know below.

Yes, DisplayLink can be difficult, but a great way to gain attention and appear to be a DisplayLink master is to use templates. You can build your own with our Standalone Template Editor or save time with our pre-designed templates available from our online store. Either way, it will enhance the look of your video scoreboard and your event. 

The "How-To's" of DisplayLink - With our DisplayLink video playlist, you will be operating your LED Video Scoreboard in no time. From a beginner's guide to sequence editor, we will show you how!

Maintenance

Simply put, 99% of the problems and repairs we see on Colorado Time Systems competitive swimming equipment could have been avoided with regular cleaning and maintenance. 

Our products are designed to withstand harsh environments and perform with accuracy, but you must practice regular and proper care to keep your competitive swim timing and scoring equipment operating as new.

Below are several tools and videos to train your team on routine Colorado Time Systems maintenance.

Maintenance Checklist - Stay on schedule with routine maintenance by printing and following our comprehensive Maintenance Checklist.

Clean Connections - Be observant that all the connectors are clean; electricity likes a clean connection. Visit our Clean Connections Page for more helpful information. 

Extend Your Equipment - Learn about routine maintenance for your Colorado Time Systems equipment. 

Plates & Cables - We've got you covered with Deck PlatesWall PlatesTitanium Plates, and Cable Harness routine maintenance procedures.

Equipment Cleaning - Learn why and how to properly clean your Colorado Time Systems competitive swim timing equipment from our experts in this pre-recorded webinar.

The Colorado Time Systems YouTube Channel has dozens of instructional videos and playlists to help you navigate your equipment. This will be your #1 source for teaching and training, www.Coloradotime.com. Additionally, you will find helpful resources and information on our newly renovated Colorado Time Systems Support Page.

Have a great swim season, and should you ever need our help you can always contact us by phone, email, or opening a support ticket. We are here for you!