REF SMART Football Lacrosse Game Day Timer Instructions
- June 10, 2024
- REF SMART
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Football Lacrosse Game Day Timer
Product Information
The product is a timer that can be configured to work for baseball, lacrosse, or football. The timer has DIP switches inside that need to be configured before using it for baseball or lacrosse. The product provides warnings and vibrations when the timer reaches 5 seconds, 0:00, and 25 seconds (for the 40-second timer). Also, there is a continuous audible tone and vibration when the timer reaches 0:00.
Product Usage Instructions
Before using the timer for baseball or lacrosse, please follow these quick start instructions:
- Refer to the quick start instructions on page 1.
- Remove the lid using a flat head screwdriver.
- Locate the DIP switches next to the batteries.
- To configure for baseball, move switch #3 to the right. This will leave switches 1&4 to the left (toward the batteries), and 2&3 to the right.
- To configure for lacrosse, move switch 2 to the left, and switches 1&3 to the right. This will leave switches 2&4 to the left (toward the batteries), and 1&3 to the right.
- To configure for football, move switch #2 to the right, and all other switches to the left.
- If the power switch is on, turn it off then back on, and your timer will be properly configured.
The timer provides warnings and vibrations as follows:
- 5 quick vibrations to count down the last 5 seconds
- Continuous vibration at 0:00
- 40-second timer has a vibration with 25 seconds remaining
- Continuous audible tone and vibration when the timer reaches 0:00
When counting down, start from five and end at zero. The timer has expired when you reach zero.
For off-season storage, turn off the power switch and store the timer in a cool, dry place.
YOU MUST RECONFIGURE BEFORE USING FOR BASEBALL OR LACROSSE
Quick Start Instructions for Baseball and Lacrosse The DIP switches inside the timer must be configured to work for lacrosse or baseball.
Please follow these instructions:
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Remove the lid (flat head screw drivers work best).
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Locate the DIP switches next to the batteries (see picture below).
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To configure for baseball use a pen or paperclip to move switch #3 to the right. This will leave switches 1&4 to the left (toward the batteries), and 2&3 to the right.
To configure for lacrosse move switch 2 to the left, and switches 1&3 to the right. This will leave switches 2&4 to the left (toward the batteries), and 1&3 to the right. -
To configure for football switch #2 to the right, and all other switches to the left.
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If the power switch is on, turn it off then back on and your timer will be properly configured.
Standard Operation
- Slide the power switch to on. If the timer makes a “siren” sound at power-up it is time to change the battery.
- Flip the toggle switch up to start the longer timer or down to start the shorter timer. The device will vibrate quickly so you know that timer has started.
- When the time reaches 0:00 it will vibrate continuously for 5 seconds or until the toggle is switched to the center position.
- The timer is reset every time you toggle to the center position.
Changing the Battery
- Remove the lid (you can pry it open with a flat head screwdriver). Replace with AAA batteries.
- TIP: Keep extra batteries and a flat head screw driver in your bag.
- It is recommended that you remove the batteries for off-season storage
Tips for Use
- In case you forget to turn the power off, the timer will automatically shut off if unused for 30 minutes. If this happens just switch the power switch off, then back on again.
- REF SMART™ IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR WATER DAMAGE. As a precaution in heavy rain we recommend covering it with a bag to ensure it stays dry.
Warnings and Vibrations Football Model 25/40
- Both Timers: Warning Vibration with 10 seconds remaining. Then 5 quick vibrations to count down the last 5 seconds. Continuous vibration at 0:00. 40 second timer has a vibration with 25 seconds remaining
Baseball 20/120 Timer (Updated 2023)
- 20 Second Timer: Warning vibration with 10 seconds remaining. Continuous vibration (lasting 5 seconds) when the timer has reached 20 seconds
- 120 Second Timer: Warning vibration with 30 seconds remaining and with 15 seconds remaining. Continuous vibration at 0:00.
Lacrosse 20/120 Timer
- 20 Second Timer: Continuous and Audible Tone with Vibration when the timer reaches 0:00
- 120 Second Timer: Audible Tone and Vibration with 20 seconds remaining. Continuous Audible Tone and Vibration when the timer reaches 0:00.
Note on the Final 5-Seconds:
- There are 6 vibrations. Starting with the first vibration, you should count backwards as: Five, Four, Three, Two, One, Zero. The timer has expired when you reach Zero.