Using a gate on the ground is useful in the following instances
1. In a three ppoint start when you want to start on hand-lift
2. In a standing two point start where you want to start on foot-lift
3. In a 5-10-5 test or similar where you want to measure splits as foot or hand touches a line
Limitations exist in the following paradigms
1. A gate on the ground makes a poor wifi access point See: What is the Maximum Distance between iPad and the Access point Timing gate?
2. Generally a UNO device is used for Sensing on the ground, because;
- It’s laser sensor is lower than a dual beam gate (You would need to disable the top beam in a dual beam gate)
- It is more stable, particularly if the magnetic ground plate accessories are used.
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