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HiLink

The intelligent radio system for timing

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HiLink

The new generation of GPS radio system

Radio transmission
Time base
GPS synchronizer

HiLink is not simply an evolution of the Microgate radio transmission system, which receives and transmits on 69 frequencies. It is a device equipped with GPS and a temperature-compensated time base, making it a true timer and synchronizer. HiLink is the heart of a distributed timing system.

Weight
298 g
Dimensions
66 x 125 x 35 mm
Operating temperature
–20º/+60ºC
Measurement resolution
20 x 10-6s (1/50000 s)
Time base
24.0 MHz VCTCXO oscillator, stability ±1 ppm from -30° to +85°C (first-year ageing ±1ppm)
Accuracy
±0.0864 s/day for temperatures from +25° to +60°C
Power supply
External power supply 5VDC 1.0A; Internal Li-Ion battery
Battery recharging
Built-in smart recharging device
Uptime
> 8 hours
Power ON/OFF
From the keyboard, with Microgate key
Keyboard
4-key keyboard, covered with a protective waterproof membrane
Display
High-brightness colour TFT graphical display, visual area 31 x 41 mm (2.0”), resolution 240 x 320 pixels, capacitive touchscreen, manual adjustment via software of the brightness or automatic adjustment with built-in light sensor
Processing unit
Architecture based on a processor - 200 MHz MIPS32
Power supply Device USB
1 x USB C port - Connection for external power supply unit - USB 2.0 connection to "Host" devices
Input/output timing
1 x Ø 4 mm socket (Green) - Input: Start, Lap1..Lap14, Stop - Output: Synchronization 1 x Ø 4 mm socket (Red) - Input: Start, Lap1..Lap14, Stop
Serial
1 x five-pole sockets - Input/output: Serial RS232 for connection to stopwatch, PC, scoreboard..
Radio
1 x Integrated UHF module - UHF narrow band multi-channel transceiver 434 MHz - Radio frequency: 433,075 MHz to 434,775 MHz - Radio transmission power: 10mW - Transmitter type: PLL synthesizer - Receiver type: Double superheterodyne - Modulation: FSK; redundant code with check on correct information and self-correction - Form of communication: Half duplex - Number of channels: 69 (with frequency steps between channels of 25 kHz) - Pulse transmission accuracy: ±0.4 ms - Radio transmission range: approximately 2 km 1 x TNC port - Connection to external UHF antenna
WiFi+BT
1 x Integrated WIFI/BT + Antenna module - WiFi: 802.11 a/b/g/n - Bluetooth: 4.2 + BLE
GNSS
1 x Integrated GNSS + Antenna module - Simultaneous reception of GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou

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Uncompromising radio precision

HiLink has a compact size, an extended temperature range and a touch display with hardware designed for professional use. The 433 MHz radio module supports 69 selectable channels and two power levels, 10 mW and 500 mW, ensuring reliability even over long distances.

This device also integrates a time base with a temperature-compensated oscillator with ±1 ppm accuracy, which can be synchronized via GPS to enable true time-of-day timing.

Simple and immediate control

The HiLink user interface is designed to be clear and immediate, both for training use and for timing. The 2” colour touch display with an auto-adaptive brightness sensor and physical buttons allow quick operation even in the field. Bluetooth Low Energy and integration with Microgate devices also enable flexible configuration and use both as a synchronizer and as a central system hub.

Key strengths

Integrated radio transceiver

Combines transmission (EncRadio) and reception (DecRadio) in a single device.

Reliable communication

Radio 433 MHz con 69 canali e potenze selezionabili 10 mW / 500 mW.

High-precision time base with GPS

Temperature-compensated oscillator with ±1 ppm accuracy and GPS synchronization.

Robust and portable

Compact design, low weight and operating range from -20 °C to +60 °C.

Long battery life

More than 8 hours of continuous operation under normal conditions, extendable by connecting a USB-C power bank.

Extended connectivity

Bluetooth Low Energy for configuration and communication with timers, USB interface for connecting to a PC using different protocols.

Extended compatibility with other systems

The ability to transmit impulses makes HiLink an ideal system for wireless timing with timers from any manufacturer.

Professional touch display

2” colour TFT-LCD screen with auto-adaptive brightness.

Simple and immediate interface

Clear menus and physical buttons for quick use even in the field.

Everywhere. Right away. Smart.

HITIMING App - Share your data in real time

HITIMING is the new Microgate app that allows timing session data to be shared in real time with coaches, athletes and collaborators by uploading names and start lists. Start the session, share the identification code with users, and the data will be visible live on their devices. At the end of the session, you can export a ranking as a PDF or Excel file for even more detailed analysis.

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