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How to use Bluebox Mobile app

Read these instructions before using Bluebox Mobile app.

Required equipment​

  • 1x device with Android and internet connection
  • 1x USB to micro USB / USB-C adapter based on your device
  • 1x SPORTident USB dongle
SPORTident USB dongle

Before the event​

Create a new Bluebox Mobile device​

You can create a new Bluebox Mobile device in the Devices tab in the OResults admin section.

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Click on the name of your Bluebox Mobile device to change its name.

Install the app​

The latest version of the Bluebox Mobile app can be found in the Google Play Store.

Set up the app​

The first time you start the app, enter the app settings and fill in the API token.

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Do not forget to set the API token in the settings tab, found in the OResults admin section under Devices.

Bluebox Mobile Settings

Connect the USB dongle​

Connect the SPORTident USB dongle to your device using a USB to micro USB / USB-C adapter of your choice.

Phone with dongle

Notes​

  • App connects to the SPORTident USB dongle automatically but make sure you accept all needed permissions (and check the "always" button) so the dongle can auto re-connect when the contact is loose.
  • If you deny the app the location permissions, signal strength will not be sent to the OResults service and will be missing in the dashboard.
  • App prevents the phone entering sleep mode. Do not leave the app running in the background if you are not using it, it will drain your battery.
  • Device screen shows incoming punches (green) and dongle connection status messages (yellow). Punches tab displays saved punches and their send / not send yet status.
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Ensure the Internet connection

Make sure that your device is connected to the Internet in the place of your radio control.

On the day of the event​

Placement of the device​

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Connected USB dongle must be placed at approximately the same height as the SI stations at a maximum distance of 2 metres to ensure reliable detection of punch records.

Monitoring​

See Device monitoring.