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Open Scoreboard
On the laptop, open and choose .
STARTER GUIDE
Everything you need to start, display and control a GRPL match—without technical knowledge.
What are you using?
Phone
Use the Controller to enter fighters, run the timer and award points.
Laptop or large screen
Use the Scoreboard to show the match to fighters and spectators.
Start a complete match
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Scan the QR code
Use the controller phone’s camera. Open the link and select .
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Choose the match rules
Read the preset cards and choose one, or build a Custom Match. Then enter both fighter names and colours.
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Make the match ready
Check the information, then select .
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Start the match
Select . The score buttons now appear on the phone.
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Finish safely
After the result, reset for a new match or close the match when the event is finished.
Choose the rules before you start
STANDARD GRPL MATCHOne 7-minute round. A tied score continues with Golden Score after a 2-minute break.
SUBMISSION ROUNDS MATCHFive 5-minute rounds. A point ends the current round. Scores stay cumulative.
ALPHA MATCHTen 5-minute point-ending rounds. A fighter also wins immediately at a 5-point lead.
IRONMAN 15 OR 30One long round with one timeout per fighter. A tie continues automatically into Golden Score.
CUSTOM MATCHChoose 1-10 rounds and set whole minutes for round and break time. Select either point-ending rounds or optional Golden Score.
Point-ending matches use extra rounds
If the cumulative score is tied after all planned rounds, a 2-minute break and an extra full round follow. This repeats until there is a winner.
What each status means
SETUPMatch type, names, colours and TAP text can still be changed.
READY TO STARTEverything is locked. Check the scoreboard, then start.
ROUND RUNNINGUse +1 to award a point, −1 to correct a mistake, or pause the match.
ROUND BREAK / NEXT ROUND READYThe break counts down automatically. The operator starts the next round manually.
TIMEOUTIronman fighters have one timeout each. End it early or wait, then resume manually.
GOLDEN SCOREThe timer counts upward. The first positive point wins.
MATCH FINISHEDThe winner is shown. Reset before preparing the next match.
Scoring
FIGHTER 1
2
FIGHTER 2
1
Use +1 for a point
The large button is intentionally easiest to reach. Use the smaller −1 only to correct an operator mistake.
Golden Score
STANDARD OR CUSTOM
A 2-minute break starts after a tie. Golden Score is then started manually.
A 2-minute break starts after a tie. Golden Score is then started manually.
IRONMAN
Golden Score starts automatically at 00:00 when the regular timer ends tied.
Golden Score starts automatically at 00:00 when the regular timer ends tied.
FIRST +1 WINS
The Golden Score timer counts upward until a fighter scores.
The Golden Score timer counts upward until a fighter scores.
Check the selected match type
Point-ending matches use extra rounds instead of Golden Score.
Keep these codes safe
Scoreboard code
Six digits used to connect additional scoreboards. It appears at the bottom of Controller.
Recovery code
A private 12-character code used to continue control on another phone. Do not show it publicly.
More than one scoreboard?
Open JOIN EXISTING MATCH on every extra screen and enter the same six-digit scoreboard code.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Controller and Scoreboard?
Controller is the private operator interface on a phone. Scoreboard is the public display for names, timer, scores, winner and sponsors.
Why can’t I change a fighter name or colour?
Names and colours are editable only during SETUP. If the match is ready or running, reset it before making changes.
When do the score buttons appear?
They appear after START MATCH. They remain available while the match is running or paused.
Can I connect multiple scoreboards?
Yes. Choose JOIN EXISTING MATCH on each extra display and enter the same six-digit scoreboard code.
Where can I find the scoreboard code?
Scroll to the final Scoreboard Connection card at the bottom of Controller.
What is the recovery code for?
It restores control on another phone. Save it privately when the match is created.
What happens if the connection drops?
The pages retry automatically. Wait for the connection to recover before pressing a score button again, so you do not award a point twice.
How do I keep the controller phone awake?
Controller requests permission to keep the screen awake. If the phone blocks this, increase the device’s screen timeout manually.
How does a tied match end?
Standard and eligible Custom matches use Golden Score. Ironman continues immediately into Golden Score. Point-ending formats use full extra rounds after 2-minute breaks. A Custom Match without either rule finishes as a draw.
Can I use an Ironman timeout during Golden Score?
Yes, if that fighter has not used the one available timeout. The operator must resume the match manually afterwards.
How do I correct the wrong score?
Use the small −1 button below the correct fighter. Scores cannot go below zero.
Why are sponsors not visible?
Sponsor display may be disabled globally in Admin. When disabled, the fighter score areas automatically use the extra space.
Why do I hear no round bell?
Select ENTER FULLSCREEN on the Scoreboard and check the laptop or speaker volume. The bell plays only on Scoreboards, not on the Controller. The direct Ironman transition into Golden Score is intentionally silent.
The page layout looks wrong. What should I try?
- Refresh the page.
- Check the internet connection.
- Close and reopen the browser.
- Confirm that the URL starts with https://sb.grpl.zone.
Ready to begin?
Choose the device you are holding.