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Geoff: /* Operating System */

2023-01-23T15:04:47Z

Operating System

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	====Operating System====		====Operating System====

	Currently, Windows ~~8, 7, Windows Vista~~ and ~~Windows XP~~ are ~~supported~~. The software should work without problems with Windows ~~2000,~~ but is not "supported" simply because we don't have any ~~W2000~~ computers in our office.		Currently, Windows 11 and 10 are recommended. The software should work without problems with earlier versions of Windows but are not technically "supported" simply because we don't have any computers with earlier versions of the operating system in our office.

	There is not a Mac version, but some users have successfully had the software running on a Mac with PC emulation software.		There is not a Mac version, but some users have successfully had the software running on a Mac with PC emulation software.

Geoff: /* Internet */

2022-05-07T02:11:56Z

Internet

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	Having a computer with a number of USB ports may be helpful. More can be added by using a USB hub.		Having a computer with a number of USB ports may be helpful. More can be added by using a USB hub.

	~~====Internet====~~

	~~At some point, you'll probably need to get online. When choosing a computer to use with the software, this should be taken into consideration.~~

Geoff: /* Operating System */

2013-01-09T21:56:46Z

Operating System

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	Currently, Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP are supported. The software should work without problems with Windows 2000, but is not "supported" simply because we don't have any W2000 computers in our office.		Currently, Windows 8, 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP are supported. The software should work without problems with Windows 2000, but is not "supported" simply because we don't have any W2000 computers in our office.

	There is not a Mac version, but some users have successfully had the software running on a Mac with PC emulation software.		There is not a Mac version, but some users have successfully had the software running on a Mac with PC emulation software.

Geoff: /* Why use Split Second? */

2012-04-06T19:59:33Z

Why use Split Second?

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	==Why use Split Second?==		==Why use Split Second?==

	Split Second, Inc. started in 1990, creating software solutions for many sports, primarily ski racing. This has remained our ~~primary~~ focus since that time. We are the main supplier of ski race software in the US and many other countries worldwide.		Split Second, Inc. started in 1990, creating software solutions for many sports, primarily ski racing. This has remained our main focus since that time. We are the main supplier of ski race software in the US and many other countries worldwide.

	For Split Second, development and support of our software is not a hobby;		For Split Second, development and support of our software is not a hobby;

Geoff: /* Connections for Hardware */

2009-11-21T19:13:00Z

Connections for Hardware

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	====Connections for Hardware====		====Connections for Hardware====

	If the software is being used with a [[Keys & Licenses\|Software Key]] to enable timing features, a USB port will be needed for the key.		If the software is being used with a [[Keys & Licenses\|Software Key]] to enable timing features; a USB port will be needed for the key.

	Most timing equipment attaches to the computer via old style serial connections. These are nine pin, D-connectors; but unfortunately, these very rarely come with computers (especially laptops).		Most timing equipment attaches to the computer via old style serial connections. These are nine pin, D-connectors; but unfortunately, these very rarely come with computers (especially laptops).

Geoff: /* Operating System */

2009-11-21T19:11:22Z

Operating System

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	====Operating System====		====Operating System====

	Currently, Windows Vista and Windows XP are supported. The software should work without problems with Windows 2000, but is not "supported" simply because we don't have any W2000 computers in our office.		Currently, Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP are supported. The software should work without problems with Windows 2000, but is not "supported" simply because we don't have any W2000 computers in our office.

	There is not a Mac version, but some users have successfully had the software running on a Mac with PC emulation software.		There is not a Mac version, but some users have successfully had the software running on a Mac with PC emulation software.

Geoff: /* National / FIS */

2009-11-21T19:08:19Z

National / FIS

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	=====National / FIS=====		=====National / FIS=====

	The [[National FIS Software : Introduction\|National / FIS Software]] should be used for any alpine, snowboard, cross country, or masters events that are sanctioned as by national governing body (USSA, ACA, NZSA etc.), or FIS. It's more rule-bound than the Club Software because sanctioned events are more structured.		The [[National FIS Software : Introduction\|National / FIS Software]] should be used for any alpine, snowboard, cross country, or masters events that are sanctioned as by a national governing body (USSA, ACA, NZSA etc.), or FIS. It's more rule-bound than the Club Software because sanctioned events are more structured.

	At the lower levels, races sometimes don't fit well into the sanctioned rules, but every effort should be made to use the National / FIS Software for the event, so that the data can be made available for scoring or record keeping.		At the lower levels, races sometimes don't fit well into the sanctioned rules, but every effort should be made to use the National / FIS Software for the event, so that the data can be made available for scoring or record keeping.

	Please contact Split Second if you need help or advice on this.		Please contact Split Second if you need help or advice with this.

	If the event isn't a FIS, USSA, ACA, NZSA, etc., use the Club Software.		If the event isn't a FIS, USSA, ACA, NZSA, etc.; use the Club Software.

	=====Club=====		=====Club=====

Geoff: /* Just Try It ! */

2009-11-21T19:06:21Z

Just Try It !

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	The best way to get familiar with the software is to install it and start 'playing'.		The best way to get familiar with the software is to install it and start "playing".

	Simply download the latest software from the [http://www.splitsecond.com/software.php web page] and install it. You don't need to buy or pay to use non-timing features. This means that you may use the software on as many computers as you want, and do anything you want, except interface to and manage timing, for free!		Simply download the latest software from the [http://www.splitsecond.com/software.php web page] and install it. You don't need to buy or pay to use non-timing features. This means that you may use the software on as many computers as you want, and do anything you want, except interface to and manage timing, for free!

Geoff: /* Why use Split Second? */

2009-11-21T19:05:00Z

Why use Split Second?

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	We maintain relationships with key organizations and encourage feedback from users. It is with help through these relationships that our products remain cutting edge and compliant.		We maintain relationships with key organizations and encourage feedback from users. It is with help through these relationships that our products remain cutting edge and compliant.

	Emphasis has always been placed on ease of use. Typically, after a small amount of practice with the software, users can intuitively find how to do the tasks ~~they need~~.		Emphasis has always been placed on ease of use. Typically, after a small amount of practice with the software, users can intuitively find how to do the needed tasks.

	==Just Try It !==		==Just Try It !==

Kelly: /* System Requirements */

2009-10-26T23:47:07Z

System Requirements

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	==System Requirements==		==System Requirements==

	The processor and memory requirements for Split Second's software are very modest given the power of most computers.		The processor and memory requirements for Split Second's software are very modest, given the power of most computers.

	If your computer was made in the last five years, there should be no problems with computer power. This software requires no more than 50Mb of hard disk space. Data files (races) are so small, you could typically store thousands of them on a computer before running out of storage space.		If your computer was made in the last five years, there should be no problems with computer power. This software requires no more than 50Mb of hard disk space. Data files (races) are so small that you could typically store thousands of them on a computer before running out of storage space.

	Basically, if other programs run fine, Split Second's software will run fine.		Basically, if other programs run fine, Split Second's software will run fine.
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	If the software is being used with a [[Keys & Licenses\|Software Key]] to enable timing features, a USB port will be needed for the key.		If the software is being used with a [[Keys & Licenses\|Software Key]] to enable timing features, a USB port will be needed for the key.

	Most timing equipment attaches to the computer via old style serial connections. These are nine-pin D-connectors; but unfortunately, these very rarely come with computers (especially laptops).		Most timing equipment attaches to the computer via old style serial connections. These are nine pin, D-connectors; but unfortunately, these very rarely come with computers (especially laptops).
	The solution is to use adapters to get the needed serial ports. It's a matter of preference as to how you do this: the two main ways is either via a PC card (if your computer has one) or via USB to serial adapters.		The solution is to use adapters to get the needed serial ports. It's a matter of preference as to how you do this; the two main ways are either via a PC card (if your computer has one) or via a USB to serial adapters.

	The number of USB ports needed can quickly add up. Depending on your needs and configuration, you may need a port for each of the following: software key, timer, scoreboard, printer, mouse, keyboard, and/or memory stick.		The number of USB ports needed can quickly add up. Depending on your needs and configuration, you may need a port for each of the following: software key, timer, scoreboard, printer, mouse, keyboard, and/or memory stick.
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	====Internet====		====Internet====

	At some point, ~~it's almost certain~~ you'll need to get online. ~~There's~~ a ~~myriad of options~~ to ~~do this~~, ~~but~~ this should be taken into consideration ~~along with the situation when choosing a computer to use with the software~~.		At some point, you'll probably need to get online. When choosing a computer to use with the software, this should be taken into consideration.