Visualize The Perfect Swim Timing System For Your Pool

Discover how precision-engineered swim timing solutions with corrosion-resistant construction, and comprehensive diagnostics deliver unmatched reliability for competitive aquatic facilities.

When it comes to choosing the best swim timing equipment for competitive swimming, a few things matter most: accuracy, reliability, ease of use, and support you can count on. For over 50 years, Colorado Time Systems has been a leader in the aquatics timing industry — designing products that stand up to the demands of every level of competition, from community swim meets to national championships.

Whether you’re evaluating your first swim timing system or upgrading to elite level technology, CTS’s pool diagrams tools help you visually match the right equipment package with your needs.

Explore Swim Timing Configurations With Pool Diagrams

Choosing the right system starts with seeing what components are needed — and where they go. our pool diagrams page lets you browse diagram examples for 6-, 8-, and 10-lane pools, giving you a clear visual of the essential equipment required.  

These diagrams are a practical resource to answer common questions like:

• What swim timing equipment do I need for my pool?
• How does a full touchpad timing system differ from a wireless stopwatch setup?
• Where does a start system fit in with finish timing and scoreboard integration?
• What are the best scoreboard options for swimming results?

By showing the physical relationships between timers, touchpads, start systems, cabling, and scoreboards, the diagrams help both new and experienced operators plan their timing system with confidence.

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A Legacy of Innovation in Swim Timing

Founded in 1972, Colorado Time Systems helped shape the modern era of competitive swim timing. From early automatic timing systems to today’s advanced interface solutions, we consistently push the industry forward.

Our long history means that we don’t just sell equipment — we engineer solutions that meet real needs:

• Precision timing that captures every finish down to the hundredth or thousandth of a second
• Systems engineered for multiple sports, including swimming, water polo, and diving