FAQ :: ChampionChip™ Timing
FAQ: ChampionChip™ Timing
- What is ChampionChip™ timing?
- ChampionChip™ is a miniature transponder in a specially designed plastic housing. This device contains a chip in combination with an energizing coil. These elements are encased in a waterproof glass capsule, meaning the ChampionChip™ can be used under all conditions (wet, dry, cold and hot).
- The ChampionChip™ can be worn in different ways. For running races, the ChampionChip™ is usually attached to the runner's shoelace. In triathlons it is attached to an ankle bracelet.
- There are no batteries in the ChampionChip™. The transponder is passive until moved into a magnetic field, generated by a send antenna. Here the energizing coil produces an electric current to power the chip. The transponder then transmits its unique identification number to a receive antenna. The whole procedure takes approximately 60 milliseconds and is repeated continuously.
- Where do I get my chip? How do it return it?
- Your chip is supplied to you for the event in your run packet — which you pick up at the runners expo — with your bib and T-shirt.
- Chips must be returned at the completion of the event. Our staff and volunteers will be in the finish chute collecting chips from the runners as they finish.
- You must return your chip when you finish. Participants who do not return the chip will be assessed a $40 fee. If you accidentally leave with your chip, or pick up your packet and not attend the event, please return the chip in a bubble envelope to:
- Sportstats
190 Colonade Rd. Unit #6
Ottawa, ON, K2E 7J5 - How do I wear the Chip?
- In your run packet will be included a short plastic zip strip (like a twist tie) to attach the chip to your shoelaces.
- Bear in mind: no chip, no time. Only athletes wearing a ChampionChip™ will be timed. The reading distance of the ChampionChip™ System is limited. The antennae are embedded in the red mats on the road. Therefore the chips should be located as close to the mats as possible — on the shoe of the participant.
- Use the plastic strip to attach the chip to the bottom portion of your shoelaces (see photo).
- It is important to use the strip as it is easier for the finish line crew to remove it when you finish. If you tie the Chip into your laces you will have to untie your shoe when you finish, or have your laces cut.
- It is also important to have the long end of the chip pointing toward your toe (see photo above right).
