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GENERAL FUNCTIONALITY: The TAC II is both lightweight and compact for transport, and yet when
deployed, will remain steadfast in winds as high as 30 mph while displaying two
24” x 36” silhouette targets mounted to cardboard backing sheets at a height of
approximately 70”.
Both targets always rotate to display or hide in unison, in order to support
side-by-side training, practice or competition.
It takes less than 1/2 second to rotate the two targets 90° from a hidden
position to display position, or vice versa.
In either position the targets are “locked” into position to prevent
unintentional rotation due to windy conditions, or a round placed through the
target supports.
The wireless remote control is designed for operation up to 1000’ from the target,
under ideal conditions.
An optional Extended Range Antenna can increase the wireless control range to 2600'(1/2
mile) or more.
MANUAL OPERATION: The heart of the TAC II Target System is the microprocessor controlled Command
Module. In its simplest operating mode (Manual), each press of the remote
control button will alternately display or hide the two targets.
With the optional purchase of our
Competition Remote, this is also the setting used to take advantage of
pre-programmed Modes in the Competitive Edge Dynamics CED8000 competition
timer. Modes like the NRA Bianchi Cup where the timer uses a "beep"
to start the event, and a "beep" to end the event, additionally control the remote
operation of the TAC II target system.
AUTOMATED OPERATION: For repetitive training, methodical practice, or other types of competition,
precisely timed and repeatable scenarios can be created. Therefore, in either of the two automated modes of operation built into the TAC
II, it will execute a series of user-defined Options contained in the Command
Module which we’ll call the Routine. The Options allow the TAC II to present
both targets either once or twice during execution of the Routine. The display
period for each presentation can be different or identical periods of time.
When it is chosen to display both targets twice, the time interval between the
two presentations can also be varied. Once a Routine has been set, it will
repeat each time the button on the remote control is pushed. Routines which the
user would like to save, can be saved within the Command Module. These saved
Routines can be recalled anytime in the future, or erased at will. You can also switch between the Routines remotely from the firing line.
Just two examples of the value of two presentations of the targets, are to
practice “After Action” and “Reload” drills.
RANDOM OPTIONS: For a real challenge, all of the previously mentioned options can be set to
Random. This means that the Command Module will select the time intervals for
how long the first target presentation is, if there will or will not be a
second target presentation, how long the time interval is between the first and
second target presentations, and how long the second target will present
itself. However, each of the options can be individually set to either be
Random or for a user-defined period of time as the user prefers.
AUTOMATION OPTIONS: There are also three options of automation to choose from.
The first will execute the user-defined Routine immediately after the remote
control button is pushed.
The second will provide a delay between when the button is pushed and when the
first target presentation occurs. This delay is a random period between 3 and
10 seconds, which is determined by the Command Module and is constantly
changing. This is a great mode choice when only two shooters are present and
shooting side-by-side. The one who presses the button has no “response”
advantage over the other shooter.
The third will provide a user defined delay of 1 through 10 seconds, in one
second increments, between when the button is pushed and when the first target
presentation occurs. This is the one of many ways to integrate the TAC II into
IPSC & IDPA stages.
For Example: Three TAC II Target Systems lined up one to the right of each
other 30' from the firing line. All three systems are set to display their
respective pairs of targets one time for 1 second. The leftmost TAC II is set
to respond immediately to the remote control. The next is set to present after
a delay of 1 second, and the rightmost TAC II is set to present after a delay
of 2 seconds. They will all start their respective Routines through the press
of one button from a single remote.
The leftmost TAC II will present a pair of targets for 1 second. As those
targets are being hidden, the 2nd TAC II is presenting its pair of targets, and
then the rightmost TAC II is presenting its pair of targets as the 2nd TAC II's
targets are being hidden.
This stage could be used for one competitor who is required to shoot each pair
of targets as they are presented, or for a "shoot-off" with a pair of
competitors. The possibilities are endless!
We also offer a feature which allows continuous cycling of the targets between
hiding and showing positions with user selected timed intervals.
INSPECT: There is one more feature which makes life easier. When any Routine is being
run, the Command Module is “Locked” so that none of the settings can be
accidentally changed from the firing line. Therefore, we have provided a separate,
dedicated button on the remote control, that will always present the targets to
the firing line, for 30 seconds so that the shooters can evaluate their
performance after a Routine has been completed. The targets then hide
themselves, ready for another execution of the Routine.
DEFINING A ROUTINE: Creating a Routine couldn’t be easier. It too is accomplished through the
remote control. The Command Module has a two line, large character LCD screen
display which indicates which Mode you are making choices in, and which Option
is chosen within that Mode. The LCD screen faces directly up from the main horizontal support of
the TAC II, and can be easily read while standing over it. A press of one of
the remote control buttons advances the Mode you are in, and another allows you to choose any Options within the Mode. Advancing to the next Mode "locks in" you chosen Option.
ROUTINE SELECTION: Once the Routines are defined, they may be switched between from one to another, safely from
behind the firing line. Through use of the remote control, the Command Module can
indicate which Routine is presently being used, and will allow you to select
any of the other 14 Routines that are presently stored.
For ease of initial familiarization, all TAC II Command Modules come with 15
predefined Routines, which may be readily redefined by the user at any time.
SYNCHRONIZATION: Any number of TAC II Target Systems can be operated simultaneously from one
remote control as long as they are all within range of the one remote control.
They will all operate in synchronization with one another as long as they are
all running the same Routine(s). This means that with five TAC II Target Systems
arranged downrange and running the same Routine, ten separate targets could be
presented to the firing line at the same time. In fact those same five TAC II
Target Systems can also be set to operate in Random,
and still be synchronized.
CONSTRUCTION: Constructed of aircraft-grade aluminum and stainless steel, the TAC II Target
System will provide years of trouble free service with just occasional light
lubrication of one moving part. It operates on a 12VDC rechargeable battery
(supplied), and collapses into a package 60" long, 5" wide, 9"
high, and weighs only 26 pounds. One battery charge will last for several days of
ongoing use. The wireless remote control is approximately the size of a small
box of wooden matches. The user must supply 4 upright wooden target supports
(2”x 2”s, 1" x 2"s or lath), target backing cardboard, and targets.
ENVIRONMENTAL: The TAC II Target System is designed to be used in temperatures from 0°F to
140°F.
WHAT IS INCLUDED: The TAC II Target System comes complete with the Command Module, antenna,
wireless remote control, operating manual, battery, battery charger, and online
or telephone support. Everything you need except a carrying case. The TAC II is
warrantied for one full year against defects in materials or workmanship.
RECOMMENDED DEPLOYMENT: The TAC II Target System structure and electronics will be damaged if struck by
a bullet. It is recommended to provide a protective barrier of sufficient
height in front of the TAC II aluminum structure. This barrier should absorb or
deflect the bullet energy to such a degree that the TAC II is protected.
Using the TAC II Target System without the use of a protective barrier is the
sole responsibility of the user.
For locations where a barrier may be left permanently in place, many have used
two railroad ties stacked one on top of another for use with antipersonnel rounds. However, Elite Target Systems
does not endorse or recommend any particular protective barrier or construction.
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