This custom DC-40T-DN-W-System Master–Secondary Appellate Courtroom Speech Countdown Timer was manufactured specifically for the Fifth District Court of Appeal to help regulate the length of speeches during appellate jurisdiction cases. In courtroom proceedings where strict time management is essential, this system provides a clear, visible countdown that allows judges, attorneys, and court staff to monitor how much time remains during oral arguments. By displaying the remaining time on both a master and secondary unit, everyone in the courtroom can stay synchronized, ensuring fair and consistent speaking time throughout the proceedings.

The system operates using two portable countdown timer displays that work together in a master-secondary configuration. Both units are powered using 12-volt portable power packs, allowing the timers to be positioned anywhere in the courtroom without requiring a fixed power source. Once powered, the user simply sets the desired countdown time using the included wireless handheld remote controller, making the process quick and efficient for court personnel.

Using the timer is straightforward. After powering both units, the user sets the countdown duration with the wireless remote. For example, if a 15-second demonstration or short speaking period is required, the operator presses the Set Seconds button on the remote until the display reaches the desired value. Once the time is set, pressing the Start/Stop button begins the countdown. The same button can pause and resume the timer as needed. When the countdown reaches zero, the display clearly indicates the end of the allotted time, helping courtroom officials maintain structured and orderly proceedings.

The included WRC-6 wireless handheld remote controller gives the operator full control over the timer functions from anywhere in the courtroom. The remote features several dedicated controls that make managing speech time quick and intuitive:

• Start/Stop Button – Begins or pauses the countdown
• Set Hours / Minutes / Seconds Buttons – Allows precise adjustment of the countdown time
• Zero Reset Button – Instantly clears the display to zero
• Last Value Button – Resets the timer to the most recently programmed countdown value

Both the master and secondary units also include a selectable end-of-period alert. When enabled using a switch located on the side of each enclosure, an audible signal will sound when the timer reaches zero. This feature provides a clear audible notification that a speaker’s allotted time has expired, helping court staff manage proceedings efficiently.

From a hardware standpoint, the DC-40T-DN-W-System is built with durability and visibility in mind. Each unit is housed in a black powder-coated enclosure designed to resist fingerprints and dust while maintaining a professional appearance suitable for courtroom environments. The system utilizes large 4-inch LED digits, making the countdown easily visible from distances up to 200 feet for both the master and secondary displays.

Key hardware and performance features include:

• 4-inch LED digit display visible up to 200 feet
• Four-digit display format for clear time presentation
• Countdown capability up to 99 hours
• Display resolution down to hundredths of a second
• Shift Digit Technology that automatically transitions between:
  • Hours and minutes
  • Minutes and seconds
  • Seconds and hundredths of a second

This dynamic display system ensures that the most relevant time format is always shown as the countdown progresses.

The system’s portable battery-powered design provides flexibility for courtroom setups where power outlets may not be conveniently located. Each timer is powered by a 12-volt sealed lead-acid rechargeable battery pack, delivering approximately 11 hours of runtime on a full charge. Chargers are included so the battery packs can be quickly recharged between uses.

Included accessories for this system are:

• Two 12-volt rechargeable portable battery packs
• Two battery chargers for the portable power packs
• WRC-6 wireless handheld remote controller
• Spare wireless remote controller for redundancy

The wireless remote operates at distances of up to 1500 feet outdoors and 300 feet indoors, ensuring reliable control from anywhere within a courtroom environment.

Overall, the DC-40T-DN-W-System Master-Secondary Countdown Timer provides a professional and dependable solution for managing speech durations in appellate court proceedings. With its synchronized displays, wireless control, portable power capability, and clear visual countdown, this system allows the Fifth District Court of Appeal to maintain structured timing for oral arguments while ensuring that all participants can easily see and respond to the remaining time.

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