Sync Scorer Components 3
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
The following terms are used in this section. To better understand the information presented in the
section you should familiarize yourself with these terms.
CAT5e (Category 5e) - A twisted pair cable used for carrying signals. CAT5e is an enhanced version of
Category 5 that adheres to more stringent standards. It is capable of transmitting data at speeds of up to
1000 Mbps (1 Gigabit per second). In the Sync system it is used in an Ethernet network to interconnect
the Control Desk computer(s), Peripheral Controller boxes, overhead Display Controllers and the
bowler’s input consoles.
Peripheral Controller - A box located near the pinsetter on each lane pair that provides multiple
functions for the lane pair. It is responsible for interfacing pin cameras, controlling machine functions
such as on/off and reset, and handling signals needed for scoring such as foul, sweep switch, and ball
detector signals. It can control AMF short cycle and automated bumpers, as needed. It also provides
power and communication to optional Vector keypads.
Ethernet - A protocol that species how computers send information to one another.
Ethernet Switch - Device that is the central point of connection that enable network devices to
communicate with each other. In the Sync scoring system multiple switches are used to connect the
Peripheral Controllers, Display Controllers, Sync consoles and the Control system computer(s). Also
refer to CAT5e.
IP Address - A unique number assigned to a computer or device to identify it on a network. The
number can be assigned to the device as needed from a central point called a DHCP server (dynamic) or
set at the device itself (static).
Port - A port can be described as a physical connection on a computer, ethernet switch or other
electronic component that allows information to be sent or received from another computer or
electronic device. In networking a port describes one of the 65,535 “channels” available within a IP
address that allow a device to send and receive information.
RS-232 - The most popular type of serial communication used by computers. This type of
communication allows a computer to talk to a single specic device through a 9-pin connector called a
comport. Each device that the computer “talks” to will have its own dedicated comport.
RS-485 - A type of serial communication that allows a computer to talk to a multiple devices using one
“shared” comport. Also refer to Serial Communication.
Serial Communication - A popular means of transmitting data between a computer and another
device. In the Sync system two types of serial communication are used; RS-232 and RS-485. Also
refer to RS-232 and RS-485.
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