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An interface box is required between the Start Controller and the Decoder.
The star6 start pulse interface box provides three functions.
Interfaces between the 12v Start Controller to the 5v input of the Mylaps Decoder.
Allows connection of the GPS as well as the start signal to the same input on the decoder.
After a start signal is received the box blocks any further spurious start signals from being received by the Decoder for 5 seconds.
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