The Ethernet connection is the recommended connection type to read out live data from the system during the race. The system can be connected directly to a computer using a standard patch cable or cross-over cable, or be integrated in a local network using a switch or router.

The RACE RESULT System offers two Ethernet ports and both ports can be used to connect to a computer/switch. The additional port can be used, for example, to connect to another RACE RESULT System (pass through). Both Ethernet ports and the RACE RESULT System itself are connected via an internal switch.

The parameters of the Ethernet connection can be defined in the Network menu.

By default, it is set to DHCP so that the system retrieves a dynamic IP address from a router/DHCP server in your network. For race timing it may be better to assign fixed IP addresses to each system. For that, simply turn off DHCP and enter the IP address manually (you can also set the subnet mask, standard gateway and DNS server which will be necessary when the decoder needs to access the Internet, e.g. for a firmware update).

For more information on network configuration see our Networking Guide