What is a smart dartboard?

Darts re-invented to be fun for everyone Now we introduce the revolutionary new Unicorn Smartboard®, the world’s first app enabled auto-scoring dartboard. With Bluetooth LE connectivity the Unicorn Smartboard® instantly transmits the score of every dart to the Scorebuddy® app on your mobile or tablet device.

What is a Scolia system?

The Scolia Home scorekeeping unit consists of two main physical components: the camera’s and the processing unit. The processing unit calculates the score of each throw in real time using the images of the cameras. The camera’s need to be attached to the Bull’s Termote 2.0 Light System.

Should you mist your dartboard?

It is a common misconception dating back to the days of pre-bristle dartboards that soaking or spraying a dartboard with water (or other liquids) will increase its life. No liquids should ever come into contact with the surface of a bristle dartboard, as this could damage the board and decrease its lifespan.

How do you keep score in darts 301?

The game starts with a set number of points. If the game is 301, everyone starts with 301 points. The name of the game is the starting number of points. The number hit is reduced from the starting points and the game ends when the score becomes exactly 0!

How do you hang a unicorn Smartboard?

The bullseye of your Smartboard® should hang 5′ 8″ (1.73m) from the floor. The bullseye of your Smartboard® should hang 7′ 9 1/4″ (2.37m) from where you throw. Press the Smart button and your Smartboard® will wait until you have started the App for the Bluetooth to connect.

How often should you rotate a dartboard?

Most manufacturers recommend rotation after 2-3 hours of ‘continuous’ play. If you practice an hour a day – I would rotate every other day. If you’re a good player who’s really working the T20 or some other area, I’d rotate after every session.

How long do dartboards last?

Certainly about 4–5 years. In case you take it seriously and play 45–60 minutes every day, a board will typically last for about 2 years. My board was almost perfect after a year. After 18 months, there is some minor wear which can cause darts to drop out sometime but it’s still very rare this happens.

What happens if you go below zero in darts?

If your points go below zero, it’s called a BUST, the round ends there. You must start again with 12 points in the next round. When the remaining points go below zero, it’s called a BUST. In case of a BUST, your round ends there even if you did not throw your 3 darts.

Is there a real-time automatic scorekeeping solution for steel tip darts?

Real-time automatic scorekeeping solution for steel-tip darts. Detected throws on Scolia systems so far. A solution dedicated to this problem is a long-awaited help for recreational darters and competitive players as well.

How does the Unicorn scorebuddy® app work?

With instant scoring, made possible by the amazing Unicorn Scorebuddy® app, you can play 8 exciting games suitable for all ability levels. With Bluetooth LE connectivity the Unicorn Smartboard® instantly transmits the score of every dart to the Scorebuddy® app on your mobile or tablet device. Works with all steel tip darts.

What are the advantages of a dart board with light distribution?

The evenly distributed light ensures that all segments on the dartboard are clearly visible, which promotes more accurate aiming for the players. With the high precision localization of the throws, generating heatmaps and calculating coordinate-based statistics becomes possible.

How does the Unicorn SmartBoard® work?

With Bluetooth LE connectivity the Unicorn Smartboard® instantly transmits the score of every dart to the Scorebuddy® app on your mobile or tablet device. Works with all steel tip darts. Play anywhere – no mains connection required.