Timing Gates: Setup and Troubleshooting Guide

What is a Sportreact timing gate?

Sportreact timing gates use laser sensors between two pods to measure how long it takes an athlete to move between points. They provide accurate data for:

• Sprint speed

• Acceleration and deceleration

• Agility and change of direction

• Split times and velocity

Each gate is created by pairing two pods facing each other.

 

How to set up timing gates

Step 1: Position the pods
Place two pods (even and odd combination) facing each other using tripods. These two pods create one gate.

• Pods must face each other directly

• Pods must be at the same height

• Typical distance between pods: 2–3 meters (maximum up to 10 meters)

Step 2: Check alignment
When aligned correctly:

• Pods will show a green light

• The gate will show green in the app

If the gate shows red, alignment needs adjustment.

Step 3: Add gate distance (optional but recommended)
Tap Add distance in the app and enter the distance between gates. This allows the system to calculate velocity and other performance metrics.

 

How to create a timing gate workout

1. Open the app and tap Create Workout

2. Select Timing System

3. Go to Setup Gates

4. Select the gates you want to use

5. Drag and reorder gates if needed

6. Add distances between gates if required

7. Save and start the workout

You can use up to 6 gates (12 pods) in one workout.

Note: You need at least 2 connected pods (1 gate) to create a timing workout.

 

Example setups

Sprint test (0–10–30 meters)
Use 3 gates:

• Gate 1: Start

• Gate 2: 10-meter split

• Gate 3: Finish line

5-10-5 agility test
Use 1 gate placed at the center line. The athlete runs back and forth through the same gate.

 

Troubleshooting timing gate alignment

If the gate shows red or does not track correctly, check the following:

Alignment issues

• Make sure both pods are at the same height

• Make sure pods are facing each other directly

• Make sure pods are not tilted up or down

• Move pods slightly left or right to find proper alignment

• Tap Retry in the app after adjusting

Obstructions and reflections

• Make sure nothing is blocking the laser path

• Avoid mirrors, glass, or shiny surfaces nearby

• Avoid white walls very close behind pods

• Make sure no people are standing between pods

Distance and placement

• Do not place pods too close together

• Do not exceed the maximum recommended distance

• Place pods on stable surfaces or tripods

Connection issues

• Turn pods off and back on

• Sync pods again in the app

• Make sure Bluetooth and location are enabled

• Make sure pods are charged

• Make sure pod 0 (main pod) is connected

If alignment is correct, the pods and app will show green.

 

Athlete queue setup

To add athletes:

1. Tap Choose athletes to start

2. Tap Add to queue

3. Select athletes

4. Drag athletes to reorder if needed

5. Tap the trash icon to remove athletes

6. Use Clear queue to reset