As of Wiclax software version 10.1.1151, RUFUS Cloud devices can seamlessly connect to Wiclax, allowing real-time data integration for race timing. This guide will walk you through the steps to establish this connection quickly and effortlessly.
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Generate Your API Key
Before connecting your RUFUS Cloud device, ensure you have generated an API token from your Cloud account. This token enables Wiclax to securely access your data.
- Detailed instructions to generate your API key can be found here.
Step 2: Open the Acquisition Window
Launch Wiclax and navigate to the Acquisition window, the central hub for managing data sources.

Step 3: Add a RUFUS Cloud Acquisition
In the Acquisition window:
- Click on the Online passings menu.
- Select Rufus Cloud from the dropdown list.
This will create a new RUFUS Cloud acquisition in your acquisitions list.

Step 4: Configure Acquisition Device and Session
- Select your newly created RUFUS Cloud acquisition.
- In the properties panel: * Enter your generated API key into the API Key field. * Click on the Server device acquisition dropdown menu and select your device and timing session. Allow a moment for the list to refresh and populate available sessions.

Step 5: Begin Data Acquisition
After configuring your device and session:
- Set your desired refresh frequency for retrieving timing data.
- Specify the period for importing the timing data.
- Click the Play button to begin importing timing data into Wiclax.

Your RUFUS Cloud device is now actively connected, and data acquisition will proceed automatically.
Helpful Tips:
- Ensure your API key has appropriate permissions to access timing data.
- Double-check your device and timing session selection to ensure accuracy.
- Adjust refresh frequency based on your specific event requirements.
That's it! Your RUFUS Cloud devices are successfully integrated with Wiclax, streamlining your race timing process.