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RUFUS Timing App
RUFUS Timing App
  • Introduction to RUFUS Timing App
  • GETTING STARTED
    • System Requirements
    • Downloading and Installing the App
    • Understanding the Main Interface
  • Account Setup
    • Creating a RUFUS Cloud Account
    • Binding the App with Your RUFUS Cloud Account
  • Session Management
    • Starting a New Timing Session
    • Exporting Data via WhatsApp, Email, and Other Platforms
    • Archiving and Deleting Timing Sessions
    • Viewing Timing Session in the Cloud
  • Using RFID Sleds
    • Compatible Devices (Zebra RFD2000 and RFD8500)
    • Connecting the RFID Sled to the App
    • Reading RFID Chips During the Race
  • Settings and Configuration
    • Activating GPS Location for Passings
    • Configuring Autosave Time Intervals
    • Setting Up Tag Types for RFID Readers
  • Integration with RUFUS Race Manager (RRM)
    • Using the Timing App as a Cloud Device in RRM
    • Making Race Classifications
  • Troubleshooting and FAQs
    • Common Issues and Solutions
    • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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  • Step 1: Open the Sessions View
  • Step 2: Create a New Timing Session
  • Step 3: Recording Passings
  • Step 4: Session Management Options
  • Step 5: Ending the Timing Session
  • Autosave Feature
  • Sharing the Timing Session
  1. Session Management

Starting a New Timing Session

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Last updated 8 months ago

Starting a new timing session with the RUFUS Timing App is straightforward. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up and beginning a new session to accurately record participants' passings at your race event.

Step 1: Open the Sessions View

  • Launch the RUFUS Timing App on your Android device.

  • Tap on the Sessions option from the main menu. This will bring you to a screen that lists any existing timing sessions.

Step 2: Create a New Timing Session

  • Internet Requirement: To create a new timing session, you need to have an active internet connection. Once the session is created, you can continue timing without internet access. If you're timing in a location without coverage, make sure to create the timing session beforehand.

  • To start a new session, tap the + button located at the bottom right corner of the screen.

  • A pop-up window will prompt you to Enter a Filename for the new timing session. For example, you could name it "finishline.csv".

  • Once you have entered a name, press OK. This will create the session and take you to the timing interface.

  • When you create a new session, any previous unfinished session will be automatically closed.

Step 3: Recording Passings

  • The timing interface displays the current date and time prominently at the top, which helps keep track of when participants cross the finish line or checkpoints.

  • To record a passing, enter the participant's bib number in the input field provided on the timing screen and press Enter. The bib number will be recorded along with the timestamp of the exact moment it was entered.

  • Each passing is displayed in a list below the current time, sorted chronologically, so you can easily keep track of all participants who have crossed.

  • At the left of each passing, you will see a # number indicating the order of the passings. If the number is pink, it means that the passing was successfully sent to the cloud. If it is grey, it means the passing could not be sent to the cloud. Regardless of cloud status, all passings are always stored in the local file.

  • RFID Timing: If you are using RFID sleds, when an RFID tag is read, the tag code will be automatically added to the passing list with its corresponding timestamp, ensuring quick and accurate data collection.

Step 4: Session Management Options

  • The Session Screen provides an overview of all passings recorded in the current session. Each entry includes the bib number and the time of crossing.

  • If you need to make any corrections, you can delete incorrect entries during the session by selecting the specific entry and sliding it to the left. Deleted passing will be removed from the session .csv file, but not from the cloud, if the passing was correctly sent.

Step 5: Ending the Timing Session

  • Once the event is complete, you can end the timing session by navigating to the Session Menu at the top right of this view and selecting the Finish Session option.

  • Ended sessions are not automatically archived, you can archive them in the Sessions sliding it to the left.

Autosave Feature

  • To ensure no data is lost, you can enable the Autosave feature under the Settings menu. This allows your timing session to be saved at regular intervals (e.g., every 2 minutes), ensuring all passings are securely stored even if an unexpected issue arises.

Sharing the Timing Session

  • At any time, you can share the .csv file of the recorded data via email, WhatsApp, or any other compatible app. Simply go to the Sessions or Archive view, and long tap the session you wish to share, and choose the sharing option that suits your needs.


By following these steps, you can easily start, manage, and end a timing session using the RUFUS Timing App. The intuitive interface is designed to provide a seamless experience, allowing you to focus on accurately timing your race and managing participant data.

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