LapMaster – Version 3.31
(Scale car’s ready at the starting line of the author’s private
racetrack.)
Introduction
LapMaster is a computer program that handles
and controls the execution of a slot car race event.
It
supports tracks with 1 to 8 lanes.
It
times and counts the number of laps for each lane and contestant in the race.
Every
lap is timed with the precision of 1/1000 of a second, and high scores (Track
records) are recorded.
It
times the duration of each stint and intermissions.
It
manages the execution of an entire race of up to 256 participants, and with all
the stages of:
- Registration.
- Qualification.
- Heat racing (Several different modes.)
- Final results and statistics, celebrating victory etc.
New
lap-records, start-of-race and other features of the race are commented vocally
using the audio speakers of the computer.
Temporary
interruption of the race, “Track calls”, can be activated using the onscreen
“Buttons”, the “space bar” or a Remote control.
This interruption can both be on a running race (Track call), but can also be
used to extend a timed intermission between stints.
The
screen layout is optimized to be readable from a distance of several meters,
and supports resizing.
Supports
optional use of dual-monitors.
Celebrate
victory by printing result lists, Statistics, diplomas and/or publishing the
result on the internet.
Optional
combined ScoreBoard with
additional information for the entire race, not just the current heat.
Ability to
publish real-time status directly to internet (LiveTiming).
Ability to
store results and statistics directly to internet or print.