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Title: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: tshort on January 08, 2003, 12:10:14 PM
Anyone heard about this?
New model of the Ultralap:
* Support for true split times -- multiple transmitters may be placed around the track and intermediate times within each lap will be recorded. Our transmitter will have an additional switch that selects between "start/finish" and "split" -- you would set up one transmitter in the start/finish mode and any number of other transmitters around the track in split mode. The Ultra-Lap can tell the difference between the two because a different frequency of infrared pulsing is used. The "start/finish" frequency will still be compatible with AIM devices. The "split" frequency will not trigger the AIM devices.

* Thinner receiver (box with display) -- .65" thick as opposed to 1.15" thick. Much less bulky up front.

* All 3 boxes (I/R receiver and transmitter in addition to main receiver) are machined aluminum. Previously, only the main receiver box was aluminum -- the other two were plastic.

* Records ambient temperature for each session.

* Tracks may be picked from a list -- so you don't have to re-enter a track name when you are switching from one track to another

* Displays average lap time for each session.

* Lower power consumption for longer battery life. Uses one AA battery instead of two AAA batteries.

* Improved infrared sensitivity.

* USB download cable as opposed to RS-232. Self-powered by the USB cable, so it does not require the bulky and clunk power transformer.
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: Decreasing_Dave on January 08, 2003, 01:50:56 PM
I"M IN!!!!!!

When will they be available??

I was looking to buy one anyway, I guess I'll wait. :-/
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: Xian_13 on January 08, 2003, 02:04:56 PM
I also was looking to buy one come april..

Is it april Yet? ???
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: sportbikepete on January 08, 2003, 02:07:39 PM
I am a dealer and yes new version end of January.
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: Litespeed on January 08, 2003, 02:12:12 PM
I already have the original one but having a better sensitivity on the IR seems to be a feature that was needed.  I don't know if it's been bad luck or what but both my brother and I have missed a ton of lap times and sometimes full days due to the receiver not picking up the beacon consistently.  
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: tshort on January 08, 2003, 02:18:53 PM
QuoteI am a dealer and yes new version end of January.

Pricing (receiver only)?  Group (say, 4 or more) discounts for racers?
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: Decreasing_Dave on January 08, 2003, 02:22:33 PM
QuotePricing (receiver only)?  Group (say, 4 or more) discounts for racers?

Can we get away with just buying the receivers??
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: tshort on January 08, 2003, 02:27:38 PM
QuoteCan we get away with just buying the receivers??

I would have thought so - both Mychron and XT sell theirs separately now.  Chances are someone is going to have a sender at any of the events I attend, so for now I'm not going to bother.  And the UltraLap works with the Mychron senders.
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: sportbikepete on January 08, 2003, 08:03:19 PM
Yes you can get just the receiver. I do have a deal for racers. They have not said anything about a price increase but I will have to wait until it is released. Change that I'll find out Thursday.
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: GAMEDIC on January 08, 2003, 11:38:33 PM
I will have them if you want them..if you can get hold of me this week and order them now i can give them to you at the old price....706-236-9338 we are also going to have our store open next week for anyone in N GA area...
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: Litespeed on January 09, 2003, 06:53:00 AM
Since this is an XT thread anyways, has anyone else had issues with missing laps (and I don't mean just an occasional one) wile using the XT with a Mychron beacon?  I sent an email to XT stating that we are having problems and there first reply was that we should be using there beacon instead of the Mychron.
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: GAMEDIC on January 09, 2003, 07:47:00 AM
well that would make sence...if it is an XT timer use the beacon for it..if it is Mychron use the one for it...otherwise they would have the same type...
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: Litespeed on January 09, 2003, 08:11:03 AM
Yes, but they advertise compatibility with the Mychron beacon.  Maybe they should say "Once in a blue moon you will get lucky and actually get lap times while relying on a Mychron beacon."  The other puzzling thing is that others at the track are using the XT's and I haven't heard them say anything about it, though I will ask them next time out.
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: GAMEDIC on January 09, 2003, 08:52:37 AM
LOL....mayeb it will work out  ;D maybe it was the weather ;D
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: Super Dave on January 09, 2003, 08:55:51 AM
Um, I feel left out...

I haven't heard of XT.  They have a website for their product?
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: sportbikepete on January 09, 2003, 08:57:09 AM
I have most of the info on the site at www.sportbikemadnessracing.com
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: GAMEDIC on January 09, 2003, 09:04:42 AM
look at my site...and go to the store and lap timers and you will see... www.2centsracing.com
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: sportbikepete on January 09, 2003, 09:05:25 AM
lololol beat ya to the punch.  ;)
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: GAMEDIC on January 09, 2003, 09:24:09 AM
lol....you suck.... ;D oh well either way..BTW our store will be open in Rome Ga next week
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: Litespeed on January 09, 2003, 09:24:38 AM
You could also try www.xtracing.com if you are just looking for info :).
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: sportbikepete on January 09, 2003, 09:37:09 AM
 :P our shop is closed for renovations in north western NJ.  ;D
Title: Re: New UltraLap coming?
Post by: oldguy on January 09, 2003, 01:31:25 PM
The Ultra Lap works fine with the MyChron IF, I say IF, you put an external 12V battery on the transmitter and switch it to the 60' scale. Also should be on a tripod or fairly level with the sensor on your bike. Ultra is sensitive to placement, but works fine with the MyChron transmitter if it is set up as above..