PC Lap Counter and track power control with DS 300

Guy:

I currently use PC Lap Counter operating through the parallel port of my computer. I'd like to use a DS300 system for more inherent reliability, but I'm not sure whether the investment is worth it. I'd like to control the track power with PC Lap Counter, but it seems that I'd need a Phidget interface to do that, according to your information. Currently, I control power to the track through a relay activated by the PC Lap Counter software. If I use the DS lap counter, does that negate my ability to control track power without a Phidget interface, or can I still use the parallel port and PC Lap Counter to control the relay?

I have a Phidget 8/8/8 interface; will that be sufficient to interface with the DS counter if I choose to go that direction? I have a 4-lane track.

For the track power Pc Lap Counter can use a Phidget interface OR the parallel port, for sure you can still use the parallel port to control the relay and use the DS for lap counting.

Guy, thanks for the prompt reply. As always, you are very helpful...I love PC Lap Counter!