Abstract: A bullet hit detecting target panel which is configured with at least one calibration trace having a resistance that is set, and/or adjusted, to meet the characteristics of the target panel, such as panel type, zone arrangement and resistance characteristics of the conductive layers. When the target is physically and electrically connected to a target controller, then a calibration procedure is entered by applying a conductor to one or more resistive calibration structures on the target panel. Electrical characteristics of the resistive calibration structures are measured, and used for setting a hit threshold for target zones on the target panel. After which the conductor may be removed and the target is ready to accurately register hits based on the established hit threshold.

Abstract: Disclosed is a reactive target system including at least one target panel supported by a respective target positioning unit, and a shooter communications device. The target panel includes first and second electrically conductive layers positioned between first and second outer reinforcement layers, and separated by an electrically insulating layer. The first electrically conductive layer includes a plurality of electrically isolated target zones and a corresponding plurality of electrical connection sites. The second electrically conductive layer provides a common conductor zone and a corresponding electrical connection site. Each of the electrical connection sites are configured to be pierced by and electrically couple to a respective electrical contact element of an attachment mechanism on the target positioning unit.

Abstract: Disclosed is a reactive target system including at least one target panel supported by a respective target positioning unit, and a shooter communications device. The target panel includes first and second electrically conductive layers positioned between first and second outer reinforcement layers, and separated by an electrically insulating layer. The first electrically conductive layer includes a plurality of electrically isolated target zones and a corresponding plurality of electrical connection sites. The second electrically conductive layer provides a common conductor zone and a corresponding electrical connection site. Each of the electrical connection sites are configured to be pierced by and electrically couple to a respective electrical contact element of an attachment mechanism on the target positioning unit.