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Millennium Three TWO-WAY RADIO-CONTROLLED FIRING SYSTEM USERS MANUAL
PARENTE FIREWORKS S.R.L. via G. Oberdan, 107 45037 MELARA (RO) ITALY
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FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual SYSTEM FIREMASTER IV
"Millennium Three"
RADIO-CONTROLLED SYSTEM FOR REMOTE SHOOTING OF PYROTECHNIC SHOWS USERS MANUAL CONTENTS Page Paragraph 1. Base Station - Control Unit TX5000 1.1 Front panel diagram 1.1.1 Front-panel commands description 1.2.1 Instrument case and connector description 1.3 Operation 1.4 Base Station TX5000 usage procedure 1.5 "SHOW MANAGEMENT" mask description 1.6 "TOOLS" mask 1.7 "SYSTEM SETUP" Icon 1.8 "OLD UNITS SETUP" Icon 1.9 "TONE GENERATOR" Icon TONE GENERATOR TESTING 1.10 1.11 SMPTE TEST ICON 1.12 MIDI TEST ICON 2. "TESTING" Icon 2.1 "TEST LINE" Icon 2.1.1 Modify the single line parameters 2.2 Notes about the usage of the numeric keypad 2.3 "TEST UNIT" Icon 2.3.1 Data modification 2.3.2 How to remove all timed sequences from the same remote unit 2.4 2.4.1 How to compile a pyrotechnic show on a PC 2.4.2 How to download the show file to the TX5000 Unit 2.4.3 EDIT and SAVE the downloaded show data 2.4.4 The EDITING menu The UNITS PROGRAM menu 2.5 SHOW VERIFY mask 2.5.1 2.5.2 Error messages 3. "FIRE" function 3.1 Foreword 3.2 "FIRE" mask 3.3 Firing options 3.3.1 MANUAL Mode 3.3.2 "MUSIC" Mode 3.3.3 3.3.4 " PYROMUSICAL SHOW" Mode
"MANUAL SHOW" Mode IMPORT/EXPORT Icon 54 3 3 3 6 7 7 8 10 11 12 15 16 18 20 21 21 26 28 30 34 36 37 38 39 41 43 44 45 46 48 48 49 51 52 52 55 1 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 3.3.5 " AUTOMATIC SHOW Mode 3.3.6 Options in SHOW mode 3.3.7 Operation Notes when in "FIRE MODE"
4. REMOTE UNITS RX48 (Receivers) 4.1 Front-panel diagram 4.2 Case description 4.3 Commands description LED displays description 4.4 General description 4.5 4.6 Power-on procedure 4.7 Units Field usage 4.7.1 Protection 4.7.2 Antennas 4.8 Connections 4.8.1 Firing lines 4.8.2 Coaxial cable connection 4.8.3 RS-485 4.8.4 RS-232 5. BPK48-A Battery Pack 5.1 Case and Front-panel diagram 5.2 General Description 5.2.1 Use 5.3 Operation description 5.3.1 TEST 5.3.2 TEST (Unit connected to mains) 5.3.3 TEST conditions 5.3.4 Charge 5.3.5 Error conditions listing 5.4 Batteries 5.5 Internal batteries replacement 6.0 General safety rules and warnings 7.0 Technical specifications 7.1 7.2 7.3 8. 8.1 Warranty 8.2 8.2.1 Declaration 8.2.2 Remark s Declaration of conformity Certifications Base Unit TX5000 technical specifications RX48 TWIN Remote Units technical specifications BPK-48A Battery Pack technical specifications 55 58 59 60 60 61 61 63 66 67 68 68 71 73 73 74 77 79 81 81 84 84 85 85 85 85 86 87 88 90 93 96 96 96 97 98 99 100 100 101 2 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 1. COMMAND UNIT MODEL TX 5000 BASE STATION MODEL TX5000 1.1 FRONT-PANEL DIAGRAM 1.1.1 Front-panel commands description 1. LCD graphic screen with back-lighting. B/W type, high graphic resolution ( 320x240 pixels -1/4 VGA). 2. FUNCTION Keys F7 - F11 - the specific function of these keys varies with the mask actually displayed on the screen and it is described by means of a specific graphic icon placed near the key. 3. FUNCTION Keys F1 - F6 - the specific function of these keys varies with the mask actually displayed on the screen and it is described by means of a specific graphic icon placed near the key. 4. Numeric keypad: it allows the entry and modification of the numeric parameters inside the functions. 3 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 5. FIRE Pushbutton When pressed together with the ARM key, starts immediately the firing of all lines with the sequence number actually displayed. ARM and FIRE buttons, if pressed alone, have NO EFFECT. When a sequence has been fired, in order to step to the next one (or to allow the auto-increment function to do it automatically), it will be necessary to release BOTH buttons. ARM or FIRE buttons, when the keyswitch is SAFE/TEST position, can be used INDIFFERENTLY to trigger a SYNCHRONISM tone output (see a more detailed description at chapter 1.6 Tools Mask). 6. ARM Pushbutton When pressed, the system (if the selector key is on the FIRE position), is ARMED and ready to fire. 7. Main Antenna. Turret for the attachment of the whip antenna supplied with the instrument. The antenna resonates at /4 on 40,675MHz. NOTE: use the original antenna only. 8. R.F. OUTPUT UHF coaxial connector. Output for test purposes only. It is capacitively-coupled and allows to monitor the output R.F. signal with an oscilloscope or a frequency counter. 9. RS-485 standard SERIAL Port. 2mm plug connectors. This port is used to connect the base Unit TX5000 to the Remote Units RX48 when a CABLE CONNECTION is required in place of the standard RADIO link
(or to implement a mixed-type connection: CABLE+RADIO). The connection wiring requires TWO WIRES ONLY: A and B connections MUST be respected (i.e.: pin A of TX5000 must be connected to ALL pins A of the RX-48 units and pin B to ALL corresponding pins B of the RX-
48 units. Only the LAST RX48 unit must be LOADED with a terminating 120ohm resistor placed between A and B. 10. TONE OUT: RCA-type connector (red). Generates an audio synchronism tone: it can be recorded along with the musical base in order to synchronize the FIRE command. 11. TONE IN: RCA-type connector (black). Accepts an AUDIO input synchronism coded signal to synchronize the FIRE command with the musical base during the show. 12. MIDI OUT: 5-pole (180) female DIN connector. It is a standard MIDI output replicating exactly the signals present at connector 13 (MIDI IN). It can be used to pass the MIDI signal to other units sharing the same synchronism. 13. MIDI IN: 5-pole (180) male DIN connector. It is a standard MIDI input with total opto-insulation of the incoming signal. 14. SMPTE IN: 3-pole XLR female connector. Accepts a standard SMPTE/EBU timecode signal. It can be used to synchronize the firing sequence to an external timing source. 4 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 15. PC INTERFACE: 7-pole female DIN connector. It can be used for a direct connection of the TX5000 to any RS-232 serial port of a standard PC or video terminal. Two SPECIAL cables are supplied for this connection:
a) BLACK CABLE: to be used for STANDARD OPERATION with the SHOWLOADER program in order to download the show data from the PC. b) RED CABLE: to be used for INTERNAL FIRMWARE UPGRADES ONLY. It is normally supplied separately along with the firmware patches or upgrades when available. This cable must be used uniquely for this purpose with great care and following strictly the operating instructions supplied along with the firmware to be installed. 16. AUX: 5-pole (240) female DIN connector. It can be used to plug directly the AUXILIARY PANEL LIGHT (constant-current supply) or to access directly the ARM and FIRE buttons contacts (if required by other external equipments). 17. R.F. Carrier indicator. When this blue LED turns ON, the radio transmitter is ACTIVE and sending a message to the remote units. 18. CHARGE/FAULT indicator. This is a three-color LED: when the line cord is plugged on the TX5000 for battery re-charge, the battery is first tested during 60 seconds and the LED is lit yellow. After the test period, if the battery has been found between the limits for a normal charge, then the LED turns green and the charge period (12 hours) starts. If otherwise the battery should be damaged (and thus the charge not possible), then the LED will turn RED. 19. SYNC indicator: red LED. It is turned ON when the audio synchronism feature has been enabled (tools menu) and whenever a valid audio sync signal is received at TONE IN connector (11). 20. REC indicator: red LED. It turns ON when the audio synchronism feature has been enabled (tools menu) and the RECORDING mode selected. 21. PLAY indicator: yellow LED. It turns ON when the audio synchronism feature has been enabled (tools menu) and the PLAY mode selected. 22. FUSE 2A: protection fuse in series with the supply battery. Fast-blow type 20x5mm 2A 250V 23. LINE 110/240Va.c. two-pole mains receptacle. It accepts standard 2-pole cables to be plugged directly into the mains receptacle for battery charging. The internal supply accepts automatically voltages from 110V up to 240V a.c. 50 or 60Hz without need for range switching. NOTE: Since the TX-5000 Unit IS NOT PROVIDED with a LINE SWITCH, the Unit itself, during the charging process, must be suitably placed in order to allow the easy removal of the LINE CORD at any moment, in case of emergency. 5 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 24. Selector Key: 3-position switch with safety key
OFF/CHARGE system switched OFF. If the TX5000 is connected to the main when the switch is in this position, the battery charging sequence will start immediately.
SAFE/TEST safe operation position: in this mode it will be possible to test the lines of all field units and to check/modify the sequences programming WITHOUT ANY RISK TO activate a FIRE condition.
FIRE firing position: in this mode the show parameters cannot be changed anymore, but it will be only possible to address the needed sequence and to FIRE it. NOTE: even if apparently possible, the operation in SAFE or FIRE position with the mains cord connected, IS NOT RECOMMENDED. 1.2.1 Instrument case and connector description 1. IP67 Ultra High Impact Copolymer Polypropylene case. 40.6 x 33 x 17.4 mm 2. Double-step latches 3. Stainless steel reinforced padlock protector 4. Waterproof 7-pole DIN connector for external emergency battery. 5. Protection cap for the DIN connector. 6. Fold-down and rubberized handle 7. Automatic pressure equalization valve 6 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 1.3 Operation 1.4 Base Station TX5000 usage procedure
Turn the key selector on TEST/SAFE position: the display light will turn on and the graphic logo "FIREMASTER IV PLUS" will appear. The logo will remain 10 seconds and the main menu mask will be automatically displayed. Pressing any key before the 10 seconds period is elapsed, the main menu mask will be immediately displayed. 7 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual NOTE the display back lighting is timed and automatically turns off after 30 seconds. Pressing any key it will turn on again immediately The MAIN MENU mask SHOW MANAGEMENT contains 6 icons for every operation mode:
The selection of the proper icon is made with F1 and F2 keys: the six icons will be evidenced in sequence. The F6 "SEL" key "opens" the highlighted icon. Inside this mask, all other keys are INACTIVE. 1.5. "SHOW MANAGEMENT" Mask description
"SHOW VERIFY" Icon. It can be used only if one is operating using a show created externally on a PC and already loaded on the TX5000 Base Unit memory. It allows carrying out in a completely automatic mode the query of all remote units active on the field and to perform a complete verify of the data inside each Unit with the data of the whole show stored inside the TX5000 Base Unit. All data discrepancies will be reported in order to allow a fast and effective correcting action.
"SHOW EDITING" Icon. It can be used only if one is operating using a show created externally on a PC and already loaded on the TX5000 Base Unit memory. It allows to manually modify the parameters of the internally-stored show.
"UNITS PROGRAM" Icon. It can be used only if one is operating using a show created externally on a PC and already loaded on the TX5000 Base Unit memory. It allows to transfer a program (a show) from the Base Unit memory to the remote units on field. The remote units will be automatically "called" in sequence and the base Unit will provide to download for each unit the needed programming parameters. Should any unit fail to reply, the "download" process will be halted and an error message will be displayed. 8 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual
"IMPORT/EXPORT" Icon. It can be used only if one is operating using a show created externally on a PC. It allows to transfer the show data created on an external PC to the memory of the Base Unit TX5000 and vice-versa. For all data transfers the serial port RS-232 will be used.
"TESTING" Icon. This icon allows access to the most important functions of the FIREMASTER III SYSTEM. By means of these functions the shooter can verify, modify and program all the remote units creating a complete show on the field or at the company. Unlike a show created on a PC and loaded on the base Unit TX5000 (it remains permanently stored in memory), all data loaded "manually" on the RX48 remote units with these functions, will remain stored on the memory of each remote unit only. It will be then impossible any automatic function of verify of the whole show. The verify must be performed "manually" unit by unit, checking the returned data with a paper copy of the show program.
"TOOLS" Icon. It gives access to several "auxiliary" functions of the FIREMASTER SYSTEM. In particular:
the data transmission mode (CABLE or RADIO)
- definition of a specific receiver (RX-24) as "old unit"
(FIREMASTER II) in order to obtain the full compatibility with the existing units of the previous generation the management of the music synchronization system (tone generation).
- The management of SMPTE and MIDI time code formats for
automatic firing under external control. The lower data bar (always present in all masks) shows the following data:
the user's code (user's # ) and the internal system battery voltage. The user's # is the system owner personal code number (4 digits). Every user has a different code, generated at the moment of the first purchase of the System. This code must match with the corresponding one on all Remote Units. This prevents the risk of cross-interference when two or more FIREMASTER SYSTEMS are used at the same time by different companies on the same site. The personal code also protects against any malicious competitor that, using his TX5000 Unit, could try to intentionally interfere with the regular show execution. 9 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 1.6. "TOOLS" Mask Selecting this icon, the sub-menu of the auxiliary functions and system setup is accessed. The Icon selection is made by means of the F1 and F2 keys allowing to highlight in sequence the three available icons. with F6 "SEL" key the selected icon will be activated. With F5 "BACK" key the main menu is selected again. Inside this mask all other function keys are disabled. 10 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 1.7. "SYSTEM SETUP" Icon Selecting this icon allows to select one of the two communication modes of TX5000: CABLE or RADIO TRANSMISSION MODE SELECTION: with "UP" and "DOWN"
keys (F1 and F2), select the "COMMUNICATION" bar, press the
"LIST" key (F3) to open the pop-down showing the two possible options "RADIO" or "CABLE". Select with "UP" and "DOWN"
keys the needed mode and confirm using ENTER. The "BACK" key allows to exit the mask returning to the previous menu.
"RADIO" MODE: only the data relative to the FIRE COMMANDS will be sent to the remote units both by radio link and cable (using the RS-485 port). The operator is thus allowed to use a "mixed" link mode connecting by cable the units that, due to critical conditions of radio propagation, shouldn't receive correctly the radio signals. The remaining units NOT connected by cable, will continue to operate using the RADIO link.
"CABLE" MODE: only the FIRE COMMANDS, will be sent to the remote units using THE CABLE CONNECTION ONLY (RS-485 port). The RADIO transmitter of the Base Station will be completely DISABLED during this operation mode and thus ALL REMOTE UNITS must be connected the data relative to 11 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual together and with the Base Station, using a two-wire line and the RS-
485 ports present on all units for this purpose. One should use this operating mode only if the radio propagation conditions are really poor (due to the particular ground configuration or to the presence of natural or artificial obstacles) and the received signal strength should be below 20dBV, or when special security dispositions or local laws should forbid THE USE OF RADIO TRANSMISSIONS. WARNING!: the "CABLE" operating mode can be used ONLY to issue the FIRE commands (show execution). For any other TEST or PROGRAMMING operation (key switch on "TEST-
SAFE" position), the "RADIO" mode MUST be used instead!
1.8. "OLD UNITS SETUP" Icon a FIREMASTER previous-generation The FIREMASTER IV SYSTEM has been designed in order to easily implement the system expansion for all customers already using SYSTEM
(FIREMASTER II and FIREMASTER II-T). It will be then possible to use a mixed system composed by "new" and "old" units. Four different cases exist:
1- TX5000 BASE UNIT and RX48 Remote Units (FIREMASTER IV): the whole system is of "new generation" type, all new features are normally available and the present icon can be completely disregarded (all data must be set to ZERO). 2- TX1000 Base Unit and RX24-B (FIREMASTER III) or RX48
(Firemaster IV) remote units: the whole system will operate correctly but, due to use an "old generation" Base Station, all new functions will be NOT AVAILABLE. The whole system will operate exactly as being composed by "old generation"
Remote Units (RX24-A FIREMASTER II). Because all new commands and functions cannot be activated from the "old"
transmitter, TX5000 settings is of NO CONCERN. 3- TX2000 Base Unit (Firemaster III) and any combination of Remote Units (RX24, RX24-B and RX48). In the latter case, in order to avoid errors due to the reception of "new" commands
(executable only by the "new generation" Units) by the "old"
type Units (RX24 Firemaster II), it will be necessary to insert in the "boxes" displayed in this mask, THE NUMBERS OF ALL REMOTE UNITS of "old generation" type. The System will be 12 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual able to automatically recognize these units when the TEST or PROGRAMMING signals are issued. PRACTICALLY: the User will define once for all the "old generation" type Units and will type the corresponding numbers in the cells of this mask. 4- TX5000 Base Unit and any combination of Remote Units
(RX24, RX24-B and RX48). As in the previous case it will be necessary to specify the numbers for the RX24 units (Firemaster II) eventually present. RX24-B (Firemaster III) units are completely compatible with the new TX5000 Base unit and dont require any setup in this mask. The numbers of the "old generation" type Units, can be inserted IN ANY ORDER and IN ANY CELL among the 140 available. For an obvious readability reason, it is suggested to proceed orderly starting from the uppermost cell on the left. One should insert ONLY the numbers of the FIREMASTER II "old generation" Remote Units
(RX24), leaving at ZERO all other cell values. Just suppose an user already owing 8 "old generation" Units numbered 1 to 8 and purchasing 10 more Units of "new generation"
(FIREMASTER III or FIREMASTER IV) numbered 9 to 18, plus one Base Unit TX5000. In order to operate indifferently with all Units and to completely take advantage from the resources of the new system, he should set the "SETUP OLD UNITS" mask as follows:
13 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual Once the numbers of the "old generation" type Units, will be correctly entered, press the F6 "SAVE" key to confirm and leave the mask using F5
"BACK". 14 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 1.9. "TONE GENERATOR" Icon this the function for icon, one will access Selecting the GENERATION of a FIRE COMMAND coded as an audio tone
(AFSK) available to the "TONE OUT" connector. This signal is intended to be recorded on the musical base in order to obtain a synchronism with the accompanying music during the pyromusical shows. (For more details, see the relative chapter). Operating inside this mask, every time the "FIRE" key is activated, a coded audio tone will be generated and this is marked by the icon with the bird and a long buzzer sound. 15 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual When the "FIRE" key is pressed the first time (start of the show), the time counter (SHOW TIME) starts to advance displaying minutes, seconds and tenths of a second elapsed (up to 999minutes, 59 seconds and 9 tenths). At any time the time counter can be STOPPED ("STOP" F2), RESET TO ZERO ("RESET" F3) and RE-STARTED ("RUN" F1) using the relative function keys. As usual the "BACK" key allows to exit the function and to return to the previous mask. NOTE: the time counter values are given for INDICATION PURPOSE ONLY and can be used to help the operator to issue the synchronism tones at the exact moment. THE TIME VALUES DISPLAYED ARE NOT RECORDED nor doesn't have any effect on the functions of the Base Unit TX5000. 1.10. TONE GENERATOR TESTING Connect the EXTERNAL audio equipment (PC sound card, tape, CD, etc.) to the AUDIO IN connector on the front panel of your TX5000 with a suitable RCA plug. The audio system will be set to reproduce a series of synchronism tones previously recorded. The audio tones must be sufficient to carry-out the test for at least 30 seconds. It is suggested to record 30 tones spaced apart by at least one second. Press the toggle key F4 to select the PLAY mode. The PLAY mode is selected when the corresponding PLAY LED on the front-panel is ON and the TONE MANAGEMENT MASK shows the following icon:
Start the external audio system: each time a valid audio tone is received, the bird icon will be displayed along with a buzzer beep, the SYNC LED on 16 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual the front panel will flash and the SHOT # count on the LCD screen will increase by one unit. At the end of this test the SHOT # counter must display exactly the number of audio tones received (30 in our example). Should the counter value differ from the real number of tones received, check one of the following probable causes:
input audio level too low (it must be AT LEAST 0.5Vpp) input audio level too high (the maximum allowed is 5Vpp)
- connection cable or connectors problems
- audio tones not properly recorded (distortion or noise present along with the useful signal). Fix the problem and repeat the test until the value displayed by the counter agree with the number of tones you have recorded. 17 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 1.11.
"SMPTE TEST" Icon This menu allows TO TEST the performance and the signal level for the SMPTE time code reference. The SMPTE signal is usually distributed by the general audio management system in order to give a common timing base to synchronize all equipments. The SYSTEM FIREMASTER IV is provided with a dedicated decoder receiving this signal and using it to synchronize all firing activities with the common time reference. The SMPTE/EBU time code must be of LTC type (Lateral Time Code). With no SMPTE input signal, the mask will show as follows:
When a valid SMPTE code is applied to the front-panel input and the RUN key pressed, the system will start to decode the incoming signal and the mask will display the SYNCHRONIZED message along with the type of SMPTE decoded (24, 25, 30 fps, drop or no-drop). The counter will start immediately to display the actual time code received (hours, minutes, seconds, frames/second):
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"MIDI TEST" Icon 1.12. The MIDI test window is exactly similar to the previous one for all concerning the data displaying and general operation. The MIDI TIMECODE signal must be connected to the MIDI IN connector on the front-panel. Note as the time information IS THE SAME for SMPTE and MIDI: only the transmission protocol and the input/output circuitry changes between the two methods. The SYSTEM FIREMASTER TX5000 does
TIMECODE decoding function only and doesnt manage any other standard MIDI commands. implement MIDI 20
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FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 2 . "TESTING" ICON This mask allows to select the functions for SET, MODIFY and CHECK all parameters of the Remote Units active at the same moment. Using keys F1 and F2, one can select one of the two possible operating modes:
"TEST LINE" and "TEST UNIT". With "SEL" F6 it will be open the mask relative to the selected icon. 2.1 "TEST LINE" ICON This icon selects the menu of SINGLE LINE TEST. This operating mode is the same used in the previous version FIREMASTER II and FIREMASTER III: it is possible to "call" one line at the time and the following parameters will be returned:
the number of the Remote Unit containing this line, the sequence of that line, the ohmic resistance of the line, the batteries voltages, the level of the radio signals both received and transmitted and, if the sequence is of "timed" type, also the time value. The sequence and time parameters can be modified at any time and the variations will take place immediately being stored in the memory of the remote unit. NOTE: any modification made with this function, WILL BE NOT COPYED in the memory of the Base Unit and thus the "SHOW" data eventually downloaded from a PC with the serial line, will REMAIN UNCHANGED. The user must have well clear in mind as, if the show has been created on a PC using a commercial program of show management and then loaded in memory, it will be mandatory to verify, test and modify it using exclusively the functions of "SHOW EDITING",
"SHOW VERIFY", "IMPORT/EXPORT" and "UNITS PROGRAM" providing 21 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual a constant parallelism between the data stored in the Remote Units and the equivalent data stored inside the base Unit (containing the "image" of the whole show). If, on the contrary, the show is managed "manually" using the functions of the mask "TEST LINE" or "TEST UNIT", all the programming operations must be performed inside these masks and the Base Unit TX5000 will NOT MAINTAIN ANY MEMORY OF THE SHOW (just as in the previous FIREMASTER II SYSTEM). This is the mask as shown when the LINE TEST has been selected: the fields
"SEQUENCE", "TIME", "RESISTANCE" and the values relative to "RSSI UNIT", RSSI MAIN", "SYSTEM" and "FIRE", are EMPTY or set to ZERO because none unit has been selected yet. Using F1 and F2 keys, the parameter to be controlled, "UNIT" or "LINE", can be selected (the icon with the "finger" appears). If the choice is for a query of a specific Remote Unit, type on the keyboard the number of that Unit (i.e. 2) and press ENTER If the a specific line must be checked, type the line number (e.g.:25) and press ENTER. In both cases the TX5000 unit will calculate automatically the value of the remaining parameter and of the terminal; a data request will be sent to the Remote Unit selected.. At this point two cases are possible:
1) the Remote Unit selected doesn't "answer" for one of the following reasons:
- The Unit is switched OFF or doesn't exist
- The Unit is ON but the User's Code doesn't match the TX5000 one.
- The Unit is ON, the User's Code is correct but a failure arrived.
- The radio signal strength is too low or the signal is strongly interfered. For all the above cases, the error message "NO RESPONSE" will be issued:
22 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 2) The Remote Unit selected "answers back" and the data will be printed on the LCD screen. In the example below: the selected line is NOT connected or the line resistance is greater than 99 ohm and the sequence of that line is of "no timed" type. The data will be displayed as follows:
The indication "OPEN" in the cell "RESISTANCE" just warns as the line resistance is greater than 99 ohm (too high to grant a safe firing with a 24V line voltage) or the line is OPEN. The "TIME" value is not shown because the sequence 237 for line 25 of the Remote Unit N2, is not a timed one. 23 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual RSSI Main shows a 58dBV value. This parameter represents the field intensity (at the antenna of the TX5000 Unit) of the radio signal received from the Remote Unit. The measuring range spans from 0 to 80dBV. When the signal goes down to 20dBV, the "WARNING" icon appears: the signal is too low and some communication error could be encountered. RSSI Unit shows a value of 67dBV. This parameter represents the field intensity (at the antenna of the Remote Unit RX48) of the radio signal received from the Base Unit during the DATA REQUEST of the TX5000. The measuring range and the details about the signal level are the same as for the previous example. SYSTEM shows a value of 12. 6V. This is the voltage of the battery powering the whole SYSTEM (radio, microcontroller, peripherals, etc.) of the Remote Unit checked. Should this voltage drop below 11.6V, the
"WARNING" icon will be displayed because the correct voltage level to the system circuits could be no longer granted. FIRE shows a value of 25.1V. This is the voltage of the batteries powering the firing lines of the Remote Unit checked. Also in this case, should the value drop below 23V, The "WARNING" icon will be displayed because the necessary power level could be no longer available for the firing lines. NOTE: when the "WARNING" icon appears, the system can be still used as usually. One should anyway consider as the system is working near to the lower limit of its possibilities and thus some problems more or less severe could be encountered such as: firing failures, no response from the Remote Unit, errors reading data, etc. Using the system when the "WARNING" signal is ON, is fully under the responsibility of the operator: he must evaluate if the show importance is worth the risk of operating near to the safety limits. IN ALL CASES THE SYSTEM ALWAYS GRANTS A SAFE OPERATION AGAINST UNDUE OR PREMATURE FIRINGS. 3) The selected Remote Unit ANSWERS and data are displayed on the screen. The selected line is connected to a series of 10 squibs with a total resistance
(squibs + cables) of 27 ohm, the SEQUENCE for that line is a timed one with a delay of 12 seconds and 35 hundredths of second. Data will appear as follows:
24 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual When a Remote Unit transmits back data and the situation is similar to the one depicted at point (2) or (3), the operator can simply read the data values (if the query was made just to make a CONTROL), or he can take the suitable actions if some parameter should fall outside the acceptable limits, such as: recharge or replace the Battery Pack if the read voltages are too low, replace the antenna or vary the position of the Remote Unit attempting to increase a weak radio signal, or verify the firing line if the resistance value is too far from the expected value with reference to the number of connected squibs and the cable length. If otherwise THE PARAMETERS OF THAT LINE MUST BE MODIFIED (new programming), then the operation will be as described in the next chapter. 25 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 2.1.1 Modify the line parameters Inside the "TEST LINE" mask, when the Remote Unit sent back the data (a situation similar to the one described at points (2) or (3) of the previous chapter), the operator can MODIFY THE PROGRAMMING PARAMETERS. In detail:
MODIFY A SEQUENCE: press the SEQ key to select the displayed sequence value, type on the numeric keypad A NEW VALUE FOR THE SEQUENCE you want to give to this specific line and press ENTER. The Remote Unit containing that line, will be called and the new value will be written in its memory. The new sequence value displayed on the screen, CONFIRMS as the whole operation has been correctly executed (the new value is first written, read back and displayed. In case of failure the error message "NO RESPONSE" will be issued instead). HOW TO CHANGE A NORMAL SEQUENCE TO A TIMED ONE If it is needed to define a sequence as a "timed" one, proceed as follows:
Select first a line corresponding to the BEGINNING of the timed sequence to be built and press ENTER. When the data will appear on the screen, press the SEQ
(F3) key and type the SEQUENCE number. If the sequence is not yet timed, press
"TIME" (F4) to time it (initially the time value will be 00:00:00,00). Type in the delay time value this line must have inside the sequence (if it is the FIRST SHOT of the sequence, then the time value will be left to ZERO). In order to time other lines and to give the respective delay values inside the sequence, proceed as follows. HOW TO CREATE A TIMED SEQUENCE WITH SEVERAL LINES:
remain with the index pointing SEQUENCE and use F11 and F7 keys to INCREASE or DECREASE by one the LINE NUMBER. Modify now both the SEQUENCE NUMBER (all lines of the same timed sequence must have the SAME SEQUENCE NUMBER), and the TIME value. Should the time intervals between the sequence shots not equally spaced, TIME must be selected and the proper time value must be typed for each line inside the sequence. Note as it is NOT NECESSARY to type ALL the zeroes of the time value, but just the significant figures. E.g.: if the screen displays a time value of 00:00:00,00 and a new value of 1,5 seconds must be entered, IT WILL BE NOT NECESSARY to type 00:00:01,50, BUT JUST 1.5 or 1.50 or again 150. If otherwise the time intervals between the shots of the same sequence are EVENLY SPACED, then the job can be greatly simplified using the "TIME INCREMENT" (F5) function. Lets just suppose to create the timed sequence N1 including 10 lines starting at 1 and equally spaced by 1 second. Then proceed as follows:
"call" the first line of the sequence (1 in this example)
give this line the needed SEQUENCE VALUE (1).
If not otherwise timed, use F4 key to assign the time value (00:00:00,00)
- press F5 "TIME INCREMENT": on the middle of the LCD screen the mask below will appear. Type now the VALUE FOR THE CONSTANT TIME INCREMENT spacing the shots of the sequence
(1.00 or 100 meaning ONE second) and press ENTER to confirm. 26 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual Proceed now INCREASING the LINE value with F11 and press the "AUTO INCREMENT" key on the main keyboard: the time value will be automatically incremented by the selected quantity and the sequence, if not otherwise set, will be automatically timed. Continue the same way till the sequence end. REMOVE THE TIMING FROM A SEQUENCE ALREADY TIMED. Select the line with the sequence to modify, press now F4 to select "TIME": the timing option will be CANCELLED simply using the key. If the timing should be RESTORED, press the key. WARNING: in order to cancel the timing of a line, IT IS NOT SUFFICIENT to set at ZERO the time value! You must use the above procedure instead. HOW TO REMOVE ALL TIMED SEQUENCES FROM THE SAME REMOTE UNIT. When a new show is to be created and all Remote Units are to be completely re-
programmed, it could be advisable to define first as NOT TIMED all the lines of the Units to be used in that show and then proceed to a new programming as required. It could result UNSAFE (when this should not generate more serious problems during the show execution), to leave defined as timed one or more lines EVEN IF NOT USED. The FIREMASTER SYSTEM (just as its previous version) has a practical function used to do that. It can be activated with F9 key and the following mask will appear:
27 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual When the "0" key on the numeric keypad will be pressed, a RESET command will be issued to the selected Remote Unit and all 24 lines will return to the "normal"
mode (no timing). On the completion of this operation the message "OK, DONE!" will be issued as confirm. Pressing ANY OTHER KEY instead (ANY), the operation will be cancelled and the function terminated. 2.2 GENERAL NOTES USING THE NUMERIC KEYPAD 28 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 1) Keys 0 to 9 are used to enter numeric values for the parameters requiring so. Letters are used to insert literal strings for some functions requiring so
(password, show description, etc.) 2) The "CE" key (Clear Entry) is used to cancel a numeric value just after it has been typed and before it is confirmed. 3) The "ENTER" key is used to confirm the numeric value just typed in or to send a command to the Remote Units. 4) The "." key is used to insert the comma for the numeric values requiring so or as a field separator. It is also used to enter the separator (:) for the time values. 5) The keys "ARROW UP" and "ARROW DOWN" allow to INCREMENT or DECREMENT by ONE the numeric values of the parameter selected by the index. 6) The "AUTO INCREMENT" key allows to set a constant value for the time increment used when a sequence must be timed (see previous chapter). 7) S1 to S4 keys ARE NOT IMPLEMENTED in the present version of TX5000 and are RESERVED to future expansion. 8) ESC key IS NOT IMPLEMENTED in the present version of TX5000 and is RESERVED to future expansion. 9) BACKSPACE key can be used during typing of numeric values to step back by one position when a correction of the typed value is needed. 10) TEST key IS NOT IMPLEMENTED in the present version of TX5000 and is RESERVED to future expansion. 11) LIGHT is a toggle key controlling the AUXILIARY PANEL LIGHT (a flexible LED service lamp to be connected at AUX connector on the front panel). The lamp is NORMALLY OFF and can be turned immediately ON using the LIGHT key. Pressing again the LIGHT key while the lamp is ON, will turn it immediately OFF. The lamp remains ON during 10 MINUTES then, if no other action is performed on the keyboard, it automatically is SWITCHED OFF to save energy. 29 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 2.3 "TEST UNIT" ICON The high-resolution graphic display of the new FIREMASTER IV SYSTEM, allows to display at the same time a lot more information than it was possible on the previous version. The "TEST UNIT" function in particular, uses this possibility to display, WITH A SINGLE COMMAND, the complete situation relative to all 24 lines of a selected Remote Unit. IMPORTANT NOTICE: as previously remarked, the new FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three", is completely compatible with the previous versions FIREMASTER II and FIREMASTER III. Nevertheless, the behavior of the "old" Remote Units RX24-A, when inquired using the
"TEST UNIT" function, cannot be identical to the one of the new generation Units. The compatibility has been anyway maintained to the detriment of the response time. While the new RX24-B and RX48 Units implement a special function to send back a whole "block" of data relative to the 24 lines with a single operation, the previous RX24-A Units will do that A LINE AT THE TIME and it will be then necessary 24 consecutive transmission. This process is carried out in a complete automatic way and it results completely "transparent" to the user, provided he previously specified correctly the numbers relative to the RX24-A Units in the "OLD UNITS SETUP". However, when a TEST UNIT request is sent to a RX24-
B Unit or RX48 (new type), the parameters relative to ALL 24 LINES will be displayed in only about 4 seconds. If the same command is otherwise sent to a RX24-A Unit ("old" type), exactly the same result will be obtained, but it will be necessary to wait about 25 seconds (the 24 lines are tested automatically one at the time). If otherwise the TEST UNIT function is used with an "old" typ RX24-A Unit, without previously specify its number inside the "OLD UNITS SETUP" mask, then the Unit WILL NOT RECOGNIZE THIS COMMAND (the "LINE TEST" menu must be used instead). 30 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual From inside the mask "TEST MENU" select the "TEST UNIT" icon: the mask
"TESTING UNIT #" will appear Because a specific Remote Unit has been not selected nor checked yet, by default, it will be shown the 12 first lines situation of Remote Unit #1. All parameters are still unassigned or set to ZERO. Press the key F9 "UNIT" to select, among the ACTIVE Remote Units, the one to be checked. It will be shown a window to type in the Unit number (1 to 255). Press "ENTER" to confirm the data: the Base Unit TX2000 will start immediately to send a data request for the selected Remote Unit. A time interval of about 4 seconds is necessary to check the Unit and obtain the answer with all data. During this time, the following message will be displayed. 31 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual If the Remote Unit shouldn't reply immediately, two more attempts of connection will be automatically made: after that an error message will be issued. We already listed the possible causes of answering failure (the Unit is switched OFF or doesn't exist, the Unit is ON but the USER'S CODE doesn't match the TX5000 one, the Unit is ON and the code is correct but a FAILURE occurred, the radio signal intensity is too low or the signal is strongly interfered). If otherwise the Remote Unit answers correctly, all data sent back will be displayed inside the table cells:
32 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual In the example above, the Remote Unit #3 has been checked and it sent back all data contained in its memory : sequence (SEQ) and relative time (TIME) for all lines eventually defined as "timed sequence". The following real-time measurements have also been received and displayed: SYSTEM battery voltage
(VSYS), LINE battery voltage (VFIRE), RECEIVED radio signal strength
(RSSIunit), intensity of the radio signal SENT BACK (RSSImain) and ohmic resistance of each firing line (RES). Note as, while the real-time measurements, represent the actual values read during the Unit check (they can vary at each new query), all data relative to the firing lines are permanently stored inside the Unit memory and will remain unchanged until the operator will overwrite it using the specific commands. Due to the limited space on the graphic LCD screen, it is impossible to display at the same time the situation of all 24 lines for the Remote Unit under test. The data relative to the first 12 (1 to 12) lines will be shown and the operator can visualize the remaining 12 (13 to 24), using the F10 key "PGdw". Using F11
"Pgup" the first 12 lines can be visualized again. Note as these operations produce just a change in displaying data and NOT A NEW DATA REQUEST to the Remote Unit that already sent all data since the first call. 33 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual To REPEAT the call to the same Remote Unit, it will be sufficient to press F7
"QUERY". The operation can be repeated as many times as needed and can be used to control in real time an eventual variation of the working parameters of the Remote Unit (line resistance, battery voltage, radio signals intensity). To call a different Remote Unit, it will be necessary to use F9 "UNIT" as previously described. 2.3.1 DATA MODIFICATION Data, as received from a Remote Unit and displayed on the screen of the Base Unit TX5000, can be edited following the show requirements. With reference to the pictures of the previous example (data received from the Remote Unit #3), let us see, step by step, how to proceed. It must be pointed out first as some of the displayed data are relative to real-time measurements or factory settings and thus they cannot be edited. In detail:
LINE: this is the line number of a specific Remote Unit for each of its 24 lines. The line numbers are PERMANENTLY ASSIGNED for each Unit and thus, when a Remote Unit is called, they are automatically defined.
- TER: this is the physical position of the binding posts of a specific line on the panel of the Remote Unit. In our example, TER 3 means the third couple of terminals of Unit #3: this couple has been permanently given the line number 51.
- RES: this is the value, measured in OHM, of the line resistance connected to the terminals of the Unit. This measurement is made each time the Unit or a specific line is called. All lines with a resistance greater than 99 ohm, or NOT 34 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual CONNECTED, are regarded as OPEN CIRCUIT and the corresponding message "OPEN" will be displayed in the cell RES
- VSYS: this is the value, measured in volt, of the SYSTEM battery
(microcontroller, peripherals, radio) on the Remote Unit. The measurement is made EACH TIME the Unit or a specific line is called. If the voltage of this battery falls down a preset value, the error message "FAULT" will be displayed. This message shouldn't regarded as a catastrophic failure on the Remote Unit, but it is just a WARNING about the poor charge level of the battery (a recharge is urgently needed!)
- VFIRE: this is the value, measured in volt, of the FIRING LINES BATTERIES on the Remote Unit (2 batteries in series for 24V total). The measurement is made EACH TIME the Unit or a specific line is called. If the voltage of these batteries falls down a preset value, the error message
"FAULT" will be displayed. This message shouldn't regarded as a catastrophic failure on the Remote Unit, but it is just a WARNING about the poor charge level of the batteries (a recharge is urgently needed!).
- RSSI(unit): it represents the value, in dBV, of the field strength present at the receiving antenna on the Remote Unit. Practically: this reading gives an idea of the quality of the radio reception on the Remote Unit during a request of data. The measuring range is between 0 and 80dBV (0dBV = NO SIGNAL, 80dBV = MAXIMUM SIGNAL). When the reading is BELOW 20dBV, some error in data reception could occur and it would be advisable to check the antenna or Unit position (see specific notes to the relative chapter) in order to improve the radio signal level. When the reading is down to 12dBV, the warning message "WEAK" is displayed.
- RSSI(main): it represents the value, in dBV, of the field strength present at the receiving antenna on the Base Unit. Practically: this reading gives an idea of the quality of the radio reception on the Base Unit during the reception of answer back from the Remote Unit. All other details are the same as in the previous case. The only data the operator can modify are: SEQ ("SEQUENCE") and TIME. In order to modify these parameters, the keys F1 (SEQ), F2 (TIME), F3 (UP), F4
(DW - down) will be used. Eventually also F11 (Pgup) and F10 (PGdw) if the data to be modified are not displayed in the actual page. In any case F3 and F4 keys, provide to scroll automatically the displayed lines when the table limits are reached. Using the above listed keys, it will be marked (in reverse) the parameter relative to the specific line to be changed and the new value will be typed in directly using the numeric keypad; ENTER will confirm the value and the new data will be immediately sent to the Remote Unit and stored accordingly in memory. All data relative to TIME can be also typed without the separators and disregarding all non-significant zeroes. E.g.: the time value 00:17:12,35 (17 minutes, 12 seconds and 35 hundredths) can be typed "171235" as well as "17.12.35" or "00.17.12.35" or again as "00171235". It will be accepted in all cases. 35 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 2.3.2 HOW TO REMOVE ALL TIMED SEQUENCES FROM THE SAME REMOTE UNIT Press the F9 key "UNIT" followed immediately by the F8 key "NO TIME": the following mask will appear When the "0" key on the numeric keypad will be pressed, a RESET command will be issued to the selected Remote Unit and all 24 lines will return to the "normal"
mode (no timing). On the completion of this operation the message "OK, DONE!" will be issued as confirm. Pressing ANY OTHER KEY instead (ANY), the operation will be cancelled and the function terminated. 36
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FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 2 . 4 " IMPORT/EXPORT " ICON This function group allows downloading a whole pyrotechnic show created and edited on a PC directly into the memory of the FIREMASTER III TX2000-A memory. Use the F6 key SEL to select the IMPORT mask:
37 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual In order to prepare the System to receive a new file from the PC, press key F3 NEW: all data fields will be cleared. The data transfer is made via the built-in RS-232 serial interface and the loader program SHOWLOADER3 supplied with the FIREMASTER System. The connecting cable between the FIREMASTER IV TX5000 and the PC supplied with SHOWLOADER3. It is terminated one end (PC side) with a FEMALE SUB-
D 9-pin connector and opposite end with a 7-pole DIN male connector (TX5000 side). a SPECIAL configuration
(black cable) is 2.4.1 How to compile a pyrotechnic show on a PC The whole pyrotecnic show can be prepared separately on a common PC using one of the several choices available. The simple and straightforward structure of the firing data allows a direct compatibility with several commercial programs such as FIREONE, PYROMOTION, etc. but a valid file can be also created with a simple electronic worksheet such as EXCEL or even typed-in directly with the NOTEPAD accessory available on any PC. The resulting file to be downloaded directly to the FIREMASTER IV TX5000 unit must be a TEXT FILE or a .CSV file. The example below shows how the data must be organized in order to create a valid downloadable file. Firemaster 3 Name Test file Date 28032005 Time 19:30 Cue;Seq;Delay;Group;Address;Start;
1;1;0;0;265;00.00.00,00;
1;1;0;0;241;00.00.00,00;
1;1;0;0;1;00.00.00,00;
2;2;0;1;266;00.00.10,00;
2;2;0;1;242;00.00.10,00;
2;2;0;1;2;00.00.10,00;
3;3;0;2;267;00.00.20,00;
3;3;0;2;243;00.00.20,00;
3;3;0;2;3;00.00.20,00;
4;4;0;3;268;00.00.30,00;
4;4;0;3;244;00.00.30,00;
4;4;0;3;4;00.00.30,00;
5;5;0;0;245;00.00.40,00;
5;5;0;0;269;00.00.40,00;
5;5;00.00.00,50;0;246;00.00.40,00;
5;5;00.00.00,50;0;270;00.00.40,00;
5;5;00.00.01,00;0;247;00.00.40,00;
5;5;00.00.01,00;0;271;00.00.40,00;
5;5;00.00.01,50;0;248;00.00.40,00;
5;5;00.00.01,50;0;272;00.00.40,00;
5;5;00.00.02,00;0;249;00.00.40,00;
5;5;00.00.02,00;0;273;00.00.40,00;
5;5;00.00.02,50;0;250;00.00.40,00;
5;5;00.00.02,50;0;274;00.00.40,00;
The RED fields are FIXED and mandatory. In particular:
- Firemaster 3 is a fixed header 38 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual
- Name : the user is allowed to give any name up to 24 characters to identify the show. This field is OPTIONAL and can be left BLANK
- Date and Time specify the time and date of creation of the show. These fields are also OPTIONAL and can be left BLANK. The following fields, separated by a SEMICOLON (;) are MANDATORY:
they must be typed exactly as shown (the first character is a capital). The ORDER of the 6 fields can be different (provided the following data will respect the order).
Cue is a progressive number indicating the sequence of fire inside the show. It will start with 1 and will increase progressively. If two or more lines have the same CUE number, they will be fired AT THE SAME TIME. Seq normally follows the same sequence of Cue. It will differ only when a particular line, already fired, must be FIRED again (this happens when the line drives not a squib but an automatic sequencer or similar device). Delay represent the time spacing between the shots of a RAPID SEQUENCE (less than one second). Data format is: mm.ss,00 Group allows to specify a particular section of the show that can be enabled/disabled during the execution. Up to 9 different groups can be specified, if 0 is specified, then the line cannot be DISABLED during the show execution. Address represents the number of the physical line addressed. It can range from 1 to 9999 Start specifies the absolute time of firing of that line inside the show. The data format is: hh.mm.ss,00 In the given example the FIRST FIRE command (Cue and Seq 1) will fire three lines (265, 241, 1) at the same time (00.00.00,00). The same is repeated for Cue and Seq 2,3 and 4 with an absolute time of 10, 20 and 30 seconds respectively. Cue and Seq 5 starts a RAPID sequence of 5 shots spaced apart by 00,50 seconds and beginning at the absolute time 40 seconds (note as the Start value remains fixed at 40,00 seconds while the Dealy increases linearly in steps of 00,50 seconds). Being the Group specified as 0 for all Cues, it will be NOT possible to disable any line during the show execution. No other data is necessary to build a valid file to be downloaded into the memory of the TX5000 unit. Any show can be thus created up to 9999 successive Cues. 2.4.2 How to download the show file to the TX5000 unit The following steps are required to obtain your show data to be loaded and stored inside the permanent memory of the TX5000 Unit, ready to be executed:
1) Create first a TEXT file containing the show data. The file can be created following the instructions given in the previous chapter. Any method is valid: import the file from a third-party program of show management, create the file with NOTEPAD, EXCEL, WORD or any available TEXT EDITOR program. The file must be always saved as 39 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual
.TXT or .CSV files: different type of text files (e.g.: .DOC), WILL BE NOT ACCEPTED. 2) Start the SHOWLOADER3 program on your PC and follow the indications given in the manuals appendix A in order to import the text file in the working area of SHOWLOADER3 . Once the show data are imported, they could be EDITED and modified directly inside the program using the editing capabilities of SHOWLOADER3 . We discourage however this method since it could leave the original file un-
modified and thus containing dangerous discrepancies: it is much better to MODIFY ALWAYS THE ORIGINAL TEXT FILE and to import it again in the SHOWLOADER3 3) Connect your PC to the Firemaster TX5000 using the cable supplied for this purpose. A standard SERIAL port (COMn) must be used: if not available, an USB port can be used instead along with a RS232-to-USB CONVERTER. Parente Fireworks s.r.l. can supply this type of converter upon specific request. Commercial USBtoRS232 can be also used but we must warn about the possible incompatibility of some models. The COM port used must be the same COMMUNICATION PARAMETERS menu. selected with the 4) Select the IMPORT/EXPORT icon on the main menu of the TX5000
(F6 key SEL). Clear all existing fields with F3 NEW. Use F7 to select the SAME TYPE of data transfer (TEXT or BINARY) you selected at point (3). 5) Prepare SHOWLOADER3 for the type of data transfer you prefer
(TEXT or BINARY). Use the TEXT mode only with a FIREMASTER III TX-2000 with firmware revision 1.6c or earlier ones. Use the BINARY mode in all other cases (FIREMASTER III TX-2000 with firmware revision 1.7 or FIREMASTER IV TX5000 all versions). Click on ACTION then click on Send to Firemaster TEXT or Send to Firemaster BINARY according to your needs: the data transfer will start immediately In order to prepare the System to receive a new file from the PC, press key F3 NEW: all data fields will be cleared. For any other detail about SHOWLOADER3 and data download, please refer to the appendix A of the present manual. 40 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 2.4.3 EDIT and SAVE the downloaded show data Click on the EDIT button from inside the SHOW IMPORT mask: the EDITING-PROGRAMMING mask will be automatically selected and the show data just dowloaded will be available already formatted as required by the FIREMASTER SYSTEM. The show data can be edited, modified, deleted or saved as needed. For the editing purposes the following keys and commands are available:
- (F1) moves the cursor left one column
- (F2) moves the cursor right one column
- DEL (F4) allows to DELETE one entire line
- BACK (F5) steps back to the EDITING menu
- SAVE (F6) the displayed data are transferred to the permanent memory INS (F3) allows to INSERT a new line and will be stored until a new show will be loaded and saved.
- F11 (Pg UP) move the entire data window ONE PAGE UP (14 lines)
- F10 (Line UP) moves the data window ONE LINE UP
- F8 (Line Down) moves the data window ONE LINE DOWN
- F7 (Pg Down) moves the entire data window ONE PAGE DOWN (14 IMPORTANT NOTICE: even if the EDITING function has enough resources to allow deep changes to your show file and also allows TO WRITE LOCALLY a complete show using the TX5000 resources only, we warmly suggest using the EDIT function ONLY TO REVISE AND CHECK THE INTEGRITY OF THE DOWLOADED DATA. Any change to your show, should be always made directly on the ORIGINAL FILE using the PC editing resources: other than managing the changes with much more ease, your file will be always UP to DATE, while making any modification on the TX5000 only, will produce DIFFERENT VERSIONS of your show. In order to overcome partially to this problem, the IMPORT/EXPORT mask has a SEND key: it can be used to UPLOAD a file modified locally on the lines) 41 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual to
(on the PC TX5000, BACK the PC a TEXT EDITING or COMMUNICATION program with the FILE CAPTURE option activated, must be operative in order to use this function). Since the transfer time required to download a file of huge dimensions is VERY SHORT (using the BINARY mode), we again suggest to use always a TEXT EDITOR to modify directly the ORIGINAL FILE on the PC instead of making LOCAL MODIFICATIONS or PATCHES to the file downloaded on the TX5000. This resource should be reserved to small modifications only in EMERGENCY CASES when a PC is not readily available. Remember to SAVE the show data when finished with the editing activity, otherwise all changes made to the show will be lost when the TX5000 unit is switched OFF. 42 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 2.4.4 THE EDITING MENU The EDITING menu, just described in the previous paragraph, can be also activated from the MAIN MENU selecting the ICON. When the EDITING menu is selected this way, two icons become available:
Selecting this icon, the mask described in the previous paragraph
(2.4.3) will be displayed. Selecting the SWAP UNITS icon, will give access to the following mask:
This utility can be very useful if one or more Remote Units RX48 must be substituted on field just before the show. E.g.: let us suppose to already have in memory a complete show using (among many others) the Remote Unit #4. Just before the show the Unit #4 becomes defective and an immediate substitution with Unit #24 is necessary. In this case one will proceed as follows:
type first the number of the Unit to be changed (4) and press ENTER type now the number of the new available Unit (24) and press ENTER
- press EXEC (F1) and the message DONE will appear in the window below. Press now EDIT (F6): the EDITING mask will be presented. All references to the lines of Unit #4 will have changed into the equivalent lines of Unit 43 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual
#24. All other parameters (Cue, Seq, Start, Delay, Group) will remain UNCHANGED This process can be repeated for as many Units as it may be necessary. 2.5 THE UNITS PROGRAM MENU Once the show data have been revised, edited and permanently stored in the memory of the TX5000 Base Unit as previously described, it will be necessary to send these data to each Remote Unit RX48. First of all, switch ON all the RX48 Units (and eventually RX24 and RX24-
B is a mixed system is used) and wait for the auto-test procedure. After all field Units executed and passed the auto-test, select the UNITS PROGRAM icon from the MAIN MENU and get this mask:
Type 0 to program ALL the RX48 Remote Units, otherwise type-in the number of the Unit you want to program and then confirm with ENTER. If you are using a mixed system comprising FIREMASTER II, FIREMASTER III and FIREMASTER IV Remote Units, remember to select the OLD UNITS function in the TOOLS mask and to type here the number of all FIREMASTER II Units eventually used: the System will recognize automatically these Units and will change the programming procedure accordingly, thus making fully transparent to the operator the programming task. The programming will start immediately with F1 EXEC key: the Unit(s) will be addressed in sequence and the data will be automatically sent to each 44 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual Unit. During this process a window will indicate the number of the Unit being programmed at that time. The whole programming is made using the RADIO LINK and thus all Remote Units must be fully operative from this point of view (antenna correctly installed, good radio signal, etc.). When the programming is over (this operation could require several minutes if the show does use several Remote Units and even more if one or more FIREMASTER II Units are also present because the previous-generation Units need a programming time 30 times longer than the last-generation ones), the System will display the message COMMAND EXECUTED!
Otherwise, if any error occurred during the program dowloading, the System will jump automatically to the SHOW VERIFY mask in order to display a complete report of the errors and anomalies. The TX5000 Base Unit makes 3 attempts when any Remote Unit shouldnt answer to the programming, then the next Unit will be addressed and so on for all the Units specified in the show file. 2.5.1 SHOW VERIFY MASK This mask can be selected by the operator at any time from the MAIN MENU in order to verify if the content of the Remote Units RX24 does match exactly the show data stored in memory by the base Unit TX2000. The verify process will take place immediately pressing the F1 RUN key. The following message is displayed during the test of each remote Unit:
VERIFYING UNIT .... If the verifying test gives a positive result (the program stored inside all the Remote Units involved does match the show data hold in memory by the TX5000 base Unit), then the following message will be displayed If otherwise any error or difference between the data sent back by the Remote Units and the show stored in memory should be encountered, then n error report will be automatically displayed (up to a maximum of 14 lines). VERIFYING... OK 45 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual This mask is also AUTOMATICALLY displayed when the TX5000 Base Station has finished with the remote programming and one or more problems have been encountered. 2.5.2 ERROR MESSAGES The following error messages can be displayed in the SHOW VERIFY mask. E.g.:
UNIT 12 12 12 12 ERROR TYPE Not PROGRAMMED Line(s) OPEN No response Program Error
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4) 1) One or more lines of the Remote Unit results NOT PROGRAMMED 2) One or more lines, while correctly programmed, result as OPEN 3) The Remote Unit doesnt respond. The TX5000 base Unit makes two with consistent data CIRCUIT successive attempts. 4) The data sent back by the Remote Unit (relative to one or more lines) doesnt match the show program stored in memory by the base Unit TX5000 Each message type is displayed only once even if more lines have the same error The error list has a maximum lenght of 14 items. No specific indication is given about the lines in error: the purpose of this function is just to check if there complete match between the data stored inside the Remote Units and the show data hold in memory by the TX5000 base Unit. 46 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual In order to be effective, this function needs always that any parameter modification must be made using the download procedure from the PC show file. I.e: a match error will be always issued if some modifications, additions or deletions are made directly using the LINE TEST or UNIT TEST functions (the data inside the Remote Units have been modified but not so the show data stored in memory by the TX5000). A programming error will be also issued if a data modification is made with the EDITING function but forgetting to SAVE the modifications with the F6 key. Of course a programming error will be also issued whenever the data are correctly modified using the EDIT function or downloading the new data from the PC, but the operator forget to SEND THE NEW DATA to the Remote Units using the UNITS PROGRAM function. 47
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FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three" radio shooting System Users manual 7.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 TX5000 BASE UNIT - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CODE TRANSMISSION SYSTEM: bi-directional RADIO link
RECEIVER: single-conversion super heterodyne, quartz-controlled, FM
RECEIVING SENSITIVITY: 0.15V/m at 20db S/N
RECEIVING FREQUENCY: 40.665MHz
TRANSMITTER: 4-stage, FM, quartz-controlled.
TRANSMISSION FREQUENCY: 40.685MHz 12kHz
TRANSMISSION POWER: in conformity with FCC Cfr. 47 part.15 sub B
SAFETY CODING: 36-bit binary sequence with fire code protection, user's code, parity.
DISPLAY (for parameters and sequences displaying): GRAPHIC LCD 320x240 pixels (1/4VGA) with LED backlight.
R.F. CARRIER INDICATION: LED indicator on the front-panel
RECEIVED SIGNAL INDICATOR: direct reading in dBV
SYSTEM AUTONOMY WITH FULLY-CHARGED BATTERIES: more than 10 hours
SAFETY KEY SWITCH: OFF/CHARGE - SAFE/TEST - FIRE
KEYBOARD: membrane type, splash proof, 35 keys
MICROPROCESSOR: 16-bit 20MHz - H8S family
SHOW PROGRAM AND CODES STORAGE: E2PROM
MAIN PROGRAM STORAGE: FLASH EPROM
MAIN FIRE SEQUENCES: 1 to 24.000 sequential, random or with auto-
increment
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF REMOTE UNITS IN A SINGLE SYSTEM: 255
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF INDEPENDENT LINES: 6120
STANDARD INTERFACES: RS-232, RS-485, SMPTE, MIDI and ANALOG I/O for the pyromusical synchronization with AUDIO tones 7.2 RX48 TWIN REMOTE UNITS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CODE TRANSMISSION SYSTEM: bi-directional RADIO link
RECEIVER: single-conversion super heterodyne, quartz-controlled, FM
RECEIVING SENSITIVITY: 0.15V/m at 20db S/N
RECEIVING FREQUENCY: 40.685MHz
TRANSMITTER: 4-stage, FM, quartz-controlled.
TRANSMISSION FREQUENCY: 40.665MHz 12kHz
TRANSMISSION POWER: in conformity with FCC Cfr. 47 part.15 sub B
SAFETY CODING: 36-bit binary sequence with fire code protection, user's code, parity.
R.F. CARRIER INDICATION: LED indicator on the front-panel
RECEIVED SIGNAL INDICATOR: direct reading in dBV
MEAN DECODING TIME FOR A VALID FIRE COMMMAND: 0,1s
FIRE PULSE DURATION: 0.2s
CODES AND SEQUENCES PROGRAMMING: by RADIO link from the Base Unit or with RS-232 serial port
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF AVAILABLE SEQUENCES: 9999
LINES AND SQUIB TEST: automatic measure of the total resistance, direct reading in ohm
TEST CURRENT FOR SQUIBS: 1mA
FIRING LINES: 48 independent (managed as TWO independent 24-line units). Quick-connecting terminals, metal-plated.
LINE DRIVERS: solid-state with MOS-FET transistors. 96 FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three" radio shooting System Users manual 7.3 BPK-48A BATTERY PACK TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SYSTEM BATTERY: sealed accumulator, lead-acid type with solid gel electrolyte - 12V 5.7Ah
FIRING LINES BATTERIES: 2 sealed accumulators lead-acid type with solid gel electrolyte - 12V 1.2Ah for a total firing voltage of 24V
LINE CURRENT: 1A continuous, up to 8A peak
CONTROL SYSTEM: with dedicated microprocessor
CHARGE SISTEM: from mains (110/240Va.c. 50-60Hz), internal power supply, dedicated microprocessor
FUNCTIONS: automatic sequential test of all batteries, automatic charge with control, automatic shut-off.
MEASUREMENTS: open-circuit voltage, voltage under load, variation percentage, maximum charging current, end-of-charge current. 97
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FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 3. "FIRE" FUNCTION 3.1 FOREWORD All functions just described have been used with the key switch selector of the Base Unit TX5000 in position "TEST-SAFE". In this operating mode it is TOTALLY INHIBITED the transmission of a particular code regarded by all Remote Units as a FIRE COMMAND. All Remote Units have thus the batteries powering the lines, PHYSICALLY DISCONNECTED. In this way all test operations can be carried-out with the maximum safety degree and, even if a severe failure should occur to one or more Units, IT NEVER WILL BE POSSIBLE TO HAVE A PREMATURE OR UNDUE FIRING OF ANY SQUIB CONNECTED TO THE SYSTEM. When otherwise the show MUST BE FIRED, the fire code must be always sent along with the data relative to the lines to be activated. Only in this way, all Remote Units involved in firing one or more lines, will provide to connect accordingly the LINE BATTERIES to the lines to be fired. This connection is made during a time interval reduced to the minimum indispensable to provide the line activation and to transfer the energy quantum for firing. After this interval the batteries are DISCONNECTED again bringing back all Units to a SAFE CONDITION. Only during a "timed" sequence, because the allotted time between shots is too short to connect and dis-connect the batteries, the FIRE VOLTAGE is maintained along the whole sequence duration and for all Units involved in that sequence. 48 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 3.2 THE "FIRE"MASK At any moment and from inside any mask of the "SAFE-TEST" function, it is possible to switch to the "FIRE" mode simply placing the rotary keyswitch on this position. The following mask will be immediately displayed:
By default the following operating modes will be selected:
SHOW TIME: set to ZERO, waiting for the first fire command. TIME TO NEXT: not active in MANUAL MODE. SEQUENCE 1: all lines with sequence 1 will be set off NEXT SHOT 1: in manual mode it does always have the same value as SEQUENCE.
- MANUAL MODE (also selectable with F3 key) COMMUNICATION: RADIO. This icon shows the setting made in the
"TOOLS" mask relative to the communication mode (RADIO or CABLE) 49 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual If it should be necessary to fire a sequence other than the displayed one, it will be sufficient to type the sequence number on the numeric keypad and confirm with "ENTER". To move 1 digit more or less with respect the displayed value, the two "arrow" keys can be used instead. To send the FIRE command, it will be necessary to press in rapid succession the pushbuttons "ARM" and "FIRE".Pressing only one pushbutton (indifferently ARM or FIRE), the system will "arm" itself and the FIRE command will be immediately sent when the other button will be pressed. To proceed with the NEXT SHOT, it is necessary to release first BOTH BUTTONS. The sequence of "ARM" and "FIRE" operations will be shown to the operator with two different icons displayed on the screen:
SYSTEM "ARMED"
FIRE!
50 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 3.3 FIRING OPTIONS The SYSTEM FIREMASTER IV can operate in different modes in order to match any show characteristics. The different firing modes can be selected by the operator inside the "FIRE"
mask and immediately before the show begins. Also in this case, it will be useful to remind as TWO WELL DISTINCT USING MODES OF THE FIREMASTER IV SYSTEM exist:
a) b) PROGRAM CREATED AND "LOADED" MANUALLY in the Remote Units using the functions already listed in chapter "2.0 -
TESTING". PROGRAM CREATED WITH EXTERNAL SOFTWARE AND
"LOADED" FROM A PC by the serial communication port RS-232. When one mode is selected, the other is automatically EXCLUDED!
In case a), the system will only operate in "MANUAL" or "MUSIC" mode only"
In case b), the "SHOW" MODE can be used. It is theoretically possible to fire in MANUAL MODE a show created externally and loaded in the memory of the base Unit TX5000 from a PC. Not to mention the poor interest in such an operation, ALL THE INFORMATIONS RELATIVE TO THE TIMING OF THE FIRING SEQUENCES, WILL BE LOST!
It is highly suggested to AVOID operating with "mixed" modes: this could lead to unexpected and catastrophic results for the show performance!
51 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 3.3.1 MANUAL MODE This mode has been described at the beginning of the chapter and quoted as an example. This operating mode is selected using key F3 "MAN". Should be also active the "SHOW" mode, the latter must be cancelled using the key F1
"SHOW" (used as toggle). All the AUTOMATIC TIMING functions will be made NOT ACTIVE and the operator will be free to manage the show times following his fantasy or the voice commands coming from the show director to the headset. The "SHOW TIME" indicator can be used just as REFERENCE: it starts to count the time (in minutes, seconds and tenths) immediately after the first shot and stops if the show is momentarily halted turning the key switch to the "SAFE-TEST"
position. The time count will start again switching back to "FIRE" mode and sending a new FIRE command: finally the counter will display the total show duration without taking into account for eventual pauses decided by the operator. The time is RESET only when the base Unit TX5000 is switched OFF. The time count can be also paused in "FIRE" mode, using the toggle key F6 "PAUSE". When the time count is halted in this mode, the indication "Paused!" is displayed on the screen. When the System is in pause mode, the timer can be reset using the F7 key. Remember as in MANUAL MODE, the SYSTEM will always shoot the SEQUENCE numbers in linear progression. The operator, after each shoot, must INCREASE manually the SEQUENCE number by typing the value on the keyboard or using the ARROW UP key. Of course the operator is free to jump RANDOMLY at any SEQUENCE number simply by typing the value on the numeric keypad. Pressing once the AUTO INCREMENT key, the indication AUTO INCREMENT message will appear on the NEXT SHOOT window and the SEQUENCE VALUE will be AUTOMATICALLY INCREMENTED BY ONE after each FIRING and upon releasing BOTH ARM and FIRE buttons. 3.3.2 "MUSIC" MODE In this mode the built-in pyromusical synchronizer is activated. The operating mode is similar to the MANUAL one with one exception: the
"ARM" and "FIRE" buttons will be "pressed" automatically each time the system decoder will recognize a valid FIRE command in form of an AUDIO CODE coming from the EXTERNAL sound system. If it will be provided in advance to record as many audio sync signals as the shows sequences and these signals are correctly placed with respect the musical base, then the whole show 52 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual will proceed in a complete automatic mode and the fireworks effects will remain perfectly synchronized with the music. As a matter of precaution the "ARM"
AND "FIRE" KEYS WILL REMAIN ACTIVE: should a sync tone, for any reason, be lost , the operator can enter manually at any time a FIRE command filling the gap. Always remember to select the AUTO INCREMENT option when working in MUSIC mode, otherwise the System will continue to fire the SEQUENCE #1 for all the successive FIRE commands coming from the synchronizer and the show will not proceed as needed. 53 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 3.3.3 MANUAL "SHOW" MODE This option allows to fire MANUALLY a show created on a PC and previously downloaded to the memory of the TX5000 Base Unit. When the FIRE mask is entered for the first time using the keyswitch, the SHOW TIME and TIME TO NEXT counters will be automatically set to zero. Both counters will start to count with the first FIRE command. The timers can be momentarily stopped using the F6 key PAUSE or turning back to SAFE the keyswitch: in both cases the show will pause and it can be resumed at any moment with a new FIRE command or pressing the F6 key again
(toggle action). While in PAUSE mode, the time counter can be RESET to ZERO using the F7 key. The show will start pressing the ARM and FIRE buttons as usually: The SHOW TIME counter will start to count UP the show time elapsed from the first shoot, while the TIME TO NEXT counter will count DOWN the remaining time to the next shoot. Being set in MANUAL MODE, the TIME COUNTERS will have NO EFFECT on the show progression, i.e.: when the TIME TO NEXT counter reaches the ZERO count, an acoustic signal will be simply generated in order to alert the shooter to proceed with the NEXT FIRE COMMAND. In MANUAL SHOW mode, it is always the shooter to decide the exact moment to fire the next shoot and the TIMER indications are given merely as an aid to follow the original timing (if required). Practically: the START TIME data will be IGNORED and the show will proceed as required by the operator, shooting A SEQUENCE AT THE TIME using the ARM and FIRE buttons. In this mode, the CUE number will be always shot (it will be displayed in the SEQUENCE box), while the SEQUENCE indication (displayed in the NEXT SHOOT box) represents the group of all physical addresses to be fired simultaneously at that exact moment of the show. This feature allows to FIRE THE SAME SEQUENCE more than once: this possibility is useful when an automatic SEQUENCER is connected to a line instead of single ignitor. 54 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 3.3.4 PYROMUSICAL "SHOW" MODE This shooting mode is identical to the MANUAL one previously described at paragraph 3.3.3. The difference is only represented by the way to issue the FIRE command:
while in MANUAL SHOW mode the operator proceeds manually with the ARM and FIRE buttons to advance each time the show to the next sequence, in PYROMUSICAL SHOW mode, the operator has no control over the show advancement: the EQUIVALENT action of the FIRE and ARM buttons will be automatically executed whenever a valid AUDIO SYNCHRONIZATION TONE (coming from the external AUDIO system) is recognized by the TX5000 Base Unit. Once again the TIME data will be ignored and the show will be timed in perfect synchronism with the music. Always remember to select the AUTO INCREMENT option when working in MUSIC mode, otherwise the System will continue to fire the SEQUENCE
#1 for all the successive FIRE commands coming from the synchronizer and the show will not proceed as needed. 3.3.5 AUTOMATIC "SHOW" MODE This operating mode DOES use time AUTOMATICALLY the CUES in the given sequence. the references to FIRE For each line of program the operator must have previously (see chapter 2.4.1) specified the following parameters:
CUE: this is a linearly-increasing number representing the succession of item to FIRE during the show. SEQuence: this is the sequence number to be fired in correspondance to a specific CUE. A sequence can have any value (but usually an increasing value starting from 1 is given). A SEQUENCE can be indifferently: A SINGLE LINE, SEVERAL LINES firing together at the same moment, a FAST TIMED SUCCESSION of shoots spaced apart by less than one second. ADDRESS: this is the PHYSICAL address of the line to be fired. GRoup: this parameter is usually set by default to 0 If the show characteristics should require to REMOVE from the show one or more lines at the last minute, 55 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual or even when the show is IN PROGRESS, then a different value for Group can be given for these lines. The key F5 will allow to specify the group to be EXCLUDED from the show simply typing its value on the keypad. At any moment a Group excluded can be re-inserted with the same key sequence. START: this parameter represents the absolute START TIME of a specific CUE to be fired inside the show. DELAY: this parameter represents the relative DELAY TIME of a FAST TIMED SEQUENCE (shooting at a rate less than ONE second). All shoots of fast timed sequence will have:
DIFFERENT CUE VALUES THE SAME SEQUENCE VALUE DIFFERENT ADDRESS VALUES THE SAME START TIME VALUE THE SAME GROUP VALUE DIFFERENT DELAY VALUES Let suppose a fast-timed sequence of 5 shoots spaced apart by 0,2 seconds, starting at 25,00 seconds from the show beginning and being the 3rd shoot of the show. The correct parameter values for this sequence should appear as follows:
SEQUENCE GROUP 1 0 2 0 3 0 270 271 3 0 272 3 0 273 3 0 3 0 274 275 4 0 276 5 0 6 0 277 LINE UNIT START 265 12 266 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 00:00:00,00 00:00:10,00 00:00:25,00 00:00:25,00 00:00:25,00 00:00:25,00 00:00:25,00 00:00:30,00 00:00:32,00 00:00:34,00 DELAY 00:00,20 00:00,40 00:00,60 00:00,80 CUE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 56 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual When the show is created on the PC (both using a commercial show management program and an Excel worksheet or even typing directly the data using the NOTEPAD utility), the user must exercise the maximum care in order to avoid any incongruent value. E.g.: it will not possible to specify a CUE value LESS THAN another one having a START TIME of higher value. In this case the System will shoot the sequences following the START TIME data and disregarding any eventual CUE indication not coherent with these values. 57 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 3.3.6 OPTIONS IN "SHOW" MODE For the three "SHOW" modes, a further option is available: this option is shown in the "FIRE MODE!" mask. This is the possibility of EXCLUSION of one or more "groups" of fireworks previously defined. It happens quite often that some pyrotechnic effects, as the "weeping willow" or others with possibility of burning fallout, shouldn't be used if the wind conditions during the show, doesn't grant the safety margins (risk of fire propagation). It could also happen that, at the last moment, for accidental causes, a section of the show is damaged and thus it must be removed. THE FIREMASTER IV SYSTEM allows, when operating with a show created on a PC (SHOW mode), to define in advance up to 9 "groups" of fireworks or effects. From the "FIRE MODE!" mask the operator is enabled, in real-time, to disable as needed, one or more groups of fireworks just as required by the show conditions at that moment. Obviously it is also possible, with a simple command, to restore immediately the original conditions re-enabling the groups. 58 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 3.3.7 OPERATION NOTES WHEN IN "FIRE MODE!"
When the keyswitch is turned on the "FIRE" position, the transmitter of the Base Unit TX5000, immediately starts to send automatically a special code ("watch dog"). This code is sent at regular intervals of about 5 seconds: the "TX R.F."
green LED will flash shortly each time. This signal is received at the same time by ALL REMOTE UNITS being active and is used to notify as the TX2000 transmitter is ACTIVE and in FIRE mode. All remote Units will use this signal only during the execution of a TIMED SEQUENCE. During the execution of these "rapid" sequences in fact the Base Unit TX5000 sends just the FIRST SHOT of the sequence, while all successive shots are controlled automatically following the time parameters stored inside each Remote Unit. In these conditions the Base Unit could have no longer control over the execution of timed sequences of some length: this is clearly in contrast with the safety rules. In fact: should the Base Unit be suddenly damaged while a long timed sequence is running, there will be no way to stop the show
(and since it is in theory possible to build a whole show with a single timed sequence, one can easily understand as this situation could be extremely dangerous!). The watch dog signal has been introduced in order to overcome this unlucky possibility: In fact: should the Base Unit stop for any reason
(failure, destruction, power fail, etc.) to operate, the watch dog signal will also immediately cease. All the Remote Units are programmed in such a way to STOP IMMEDIATELY ANY FIRE ACTIVITY when at least two successive watch dog signals are lost. This function grants, when the operator's has no longer control over the show, that any timed sequence will be automatically interrupted within 10 seconds maximum (2 watch dog cycles). The operator shouldn't be afraid seeing, when the keyswitch is in FIRE position, the "TX R.F." LED flashing even if no command has been issued! (on the contrary: he should be afraid if NOT!) The operator can at any moment abort any timed sequence IMMEDIATELY simply switching the key on the "TEST-SAFE" position. In this case the Base Unit TX5000 will send A SPECIFIC "TURN-OFF" CODE that is received immediately and recognized by ALL Remote Units. 59
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FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 4. REMOTE UNITS RX48 (TWIN RECEIVERS) 4.1 CASE and FRONT-PANEL DIAGRAM CASE FRONT-PANEL 60 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 4.2 CASE DESCRIPTION 1. IP67 Ultra High Impact Copolymer Polypropylene case. 48.6 x 39.2 x 19.2 cm 2. Double-step latches 3. Stainless steel reinforced padlock protector 4. Waterproof 7-pole DIN connector for external emergency battery. 5. Attachments for antenna adapter. 6. Fold-down and rubberized handle 7. Automatic pressure equalization valve 8. Waterproof SO-239 coaxial connector for 50ohm antenna 4.3 COMMANDS DESCRIPTION 1. Polycarbonate waterproof panel. 2. 3-digit LED display for unit number identification and various warning messages. See next chapter for a full description of the messages. 3. BINDING POSTS with quick-connection feature. Nickel-plated metal. Used to connect the squibs lines. 4. Unit A section. Each RX48 Remote Unit contains TWO separate and fully-independent 24-line units. Each section is fully compatible with the previous RX-24B model (Firemaster III). 5. Unit B section. Each RX48 Remote Unit contains TWO separate and fully-independent 24-line units. Each section is fully compatible with the previous RX-24B model (Firemaster III). 6. Double RS-232 SERIAL PORT. 12-pole DIN female connector. It is used to connect separately each section of the RX48 Unit to a PC. It will to download eventual update programs, patches and be used customizations, supplied by Parente Fireworks upon specific request only. The serial port can be also used to MODIFY the UNIT NUMBER of the A and B sections. All the above functions require a special communication program (PARENTERM) with an access key other than a specific cable. 7. RS-485 standard SERIAL Port. 2mm plug connectors. This port is used to connect the base Unit TX5000 to the Remote Units RX48 when a CABLE CONNECTION is required in place of the standard RADIO link (or to implement a mixed-type connection: CABLE+RADIO). The connection wiring requires TWO WIRES ONLY: A and B connections MUST be respected (i.e.: pin A of TX5000 must be connected to ALL 61 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual pins A of the RX-48 units and pin B to ALL corresponding pins B of the RX-48 units. Only the LAST RX48 unit must be LOADED with a terminating 120ohm resistor placed between A and B. 8. LINE 110/240Va.c. two-pole mains receptacle. It accepts standard 2-pole cables to be plugged directly into the mains receptacle for battery charging. The internal supply accepts automatically voltages from 110V up to 240V a.c. 50 or 60Hz without need for range switching. NOTE: Since the RX-48 Unit IS NOT PROVIDED with a LINE SWITCH, the Unit itself, during the charging process, must be suitably placed in order to allow the easy removal of the LINE CORD at any moment, in case of emergency. 9. Line LED (blue). This LED indicator turns ON whenever the Unit is connected to a suitable MAINS receptacle for battery charging. The charging process takes place automatically when the MAINS is connected and the lever switch is in the OFF/EXT/CHARGE position. 10. Main power switch with 2 positions and rubber lever protection
(waterproof). ON Position: Unit switched ON and ACTIVE. The INTERNAL batteries cannot be re-charged while operating. OFF/EXT/CHARGE Position: Unit switched OFF. In this position the internal batteries can be RECHARGED simply connecting the line cord to the mains receptacle. In emergency (failure of one or more of the INTERNAL batteries) the EXTERNAL BATTERY PACK can be connected to DIN connector placed on the CASE front. 11. OPTIONAL CONNECTOR for the EXTERNAL Battery Pack. 7-pole DIN connector male. Normally this connector IS NOT MOUNTED on the front-panel of the RX48 units: it is placed outside on the CASE front
(see case diagram, point 4). 12. CHARGE LED (red). This indicator LED turns ON after all the internal batteries have been successfully tested and the charging process is running. 13. TEST OK/FAULT LED (yellow). This indicator LED blinks during the initial test of the internal batteries before the charging process takes place. The TEST LED is turned OFF if the TEST is passed for all the batteries and the charge starts normally. This LED is turned ON
(STEADY, with the FAULT meaning) if otherwise one or more battery doesnt pass the initial test. 14. BATTERY 3 FIRE (red/green). This bi-color indicator LED blinks GREEN during the normal charging process and turns ON RED
(steady) if the relative battery doesnt pass the initial test or the charging process is terminated with a FAULT condition. 15. BATTERY 2 FIRE (red/green). This bi-color indicator LED blinks GREEN during the normal charging process and turns ON RED 62 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual
(steady) if the relative battery doesnt pass the initial test or the charging process is terminated with a FAULT condition. 16. BATTERY 1 SYSTEM (red/green). This bi-color indicator LED blinks GREEN during the normal charging process and turns ON RED
(steady) if the relative battery doesnt pass the initial test or the charging process is terminated with a FAULT condition. 17. RX SAFE green LED. It flashes shortly every time the Unit receives and decodes a radio signal containing its User's Code (even if the command was not directed to that particular Unit). It could be used as status indicator for the correct performance of the RADIO RECEIVER. 18. RX FIRE red LED it flashes shortly every time the Unit receives a 19. TX R.F. blue LED It flashes shortly when the TRANSMITTER of the Unit is ON (typically when the Unit is answering to a command of the Base Unit or when it is sending data). FIRE COMMAND addressed specifically to it. 4.4 LED DISPLAYS DESCRIPTION Each section of the RX48 Units has a 3-digit LED indicator. This display, during the normal operation, shows permanently the UNIT NUMBER assigned to the Units section. The Unit numbering can span between 1 and 255: usually the section A has ODD numbers (1, 3, 5, 7, etc.), while the B section has EVEN numbers (2, 4, 6, 8, etc.). This rule however is not mandatory since a new RX48 TWIN UNIT can be used by a customer ALREADY owning one or more FIREMASTER III RX24 units. In this case the new RX48 units supplied to the customer WILL FOLLOW the previous numbering in order to avoid gaps. E.g.: imagine a Customer, already owning 4 Units RX24 (Firemaster III) numbered 1 to 4 and ordering two new RX48 Units (this is equivalent to purchase FOUR RX24). The new units supplied will be numbered as follows: one unit will have section A assigned as Unit 5 and section B assigned as Unit 6, while the second RX48 will have section A assigned as Unit 7 and section B assigned as Unit 8. Of course ALL UNITS
(Firemaster III and Firemaster IV) will have THE SAME USERS CODE. This is the NORMAL WAY the units are numbered at factory. Upon specific request, it is however possible to supply the new RX48 Units with ANY COMBINATION of section numbering. The 3-digit LED indicators can display some other messages both during the initial TEST phase and when a problem or a fault condition is detected. The possible messages are listed below:
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- TEST tst this messages is issued during the initial test of the firing lines (every time the Unit is switched ON).
- LINE ERROR Fnn If a fault should be detected during the line test, the message Fnn will be issued. nn is the actual number (1 to 24) of the line failing to pass the test. The test will stop, the System will hang-up with this indication permanently displayed. This situation is NOT RECOVERABLE since the LINE FAILURE is considered a SEVERE FAILURE capable to produce destructive effects. The relative section of the RX48 Unit is immediately placed in a SAFE CONDITION. The Unit must be serviced as soon as possible. If the remaining section (A or B) does pass the line test without errors, then this section can be used safely, while the section with one or more line failing to pass the test must remain UNUSED with ALL LINES DISCONNECTED.
- DATA ERROR dAt When CORRUPTED DATA (data relative to the LINES parameters) are detected in the memory or when the Unit has been NEVER PROGRAMMED BEFORE (memory blank), the dAt message is issued. This condition doesn't forbid the system's operation: it will be sufficient to "call" the Unit or even any single line of that Unit and to modify a parameter (e.g.: the SEQUENCE number). The error condition will be RESET. WARNING!: this operation doesn't restore other data eventually corrupted. Since this indication warns about a GENERIC data loss in memory (it could be relative to one or more data), it will be a good choice to RE-
PROGRAM COMPLETELY THE UNIT.
- BATTERY ERRORS FbS The message is issued when the SYSTEM BATTERY (12V 5,7Ah) fails to pass the initial test. The SYSTEM will remain BLOCKED for the following cases:
The open-circuit of the SYSTEM battery is BELOW 11V The VARIATION between the measurement UNDER LOAD of the SYSTEM battery is more than 25%
the OPEN-VOLTAGE and If otherwise the following condition is detected during the SYSTEM battery test, the UNIT can be used normally but one must take into account as the batteries are NOT FULLY EFFICIENT and they must be checked and re-
charged as soon as possible. The message is displayed momentarily and at the same time a long buzzer sound is generated:
The VARIATION between the measurement UNDER LOAD of the SYSTEM battery is more than 15% but NO MORE THAN 25%
the OPEN-VOLTAGE and
- BATTERY ERRORS FbL The message is issued when the LINE BATTERIES (24V 1,2Ah) fail to pass the initial test. The SYSTEM will remain BLOCKED for the following cases:
64 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual The VARIATION between the measurement UNDER LOAD of the LINE batteries is more than 20%
the OPEN-VOLTAGE and If otherwise the following condition is detected during the LINE batteries test, the UNIT can be used normally but one must take into account as the batteries are NOT FULLY EFFICIENT and they must be checked and re-
charged as soon as possible. The message is displayed momentarily and at the same time a long buzzer sound is generated:
The VARIATION between the measurement UNDER LOAD of the LINE batteries is more than 10%
the OPEN-VOLTAGE and
- LINE RELAY ERROR FrL The message is issued when the SAFETY LINE RELAY or the MOS-FET (or both) of either section fails to pass the initial test (usually because the contacts are STUCK). This is A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION with potentially destructive effects. The SYSTEM will remain BLOCKED in a is suggested TO SWITCH OFF SAFE condition: however it IMMEDIATELY any Unit showing this message and TO DISCONNECT IMMEDIATELY ALL LINE WIRING. Avoid ANY ATTEMPT to power ON again this unit while the external lines are still connected!
65 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 4.5 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Up to 128 Remote Units RX48 can be used at the same time,
(corresponding to 256 RX24 Units of the previous Firemaster III system) for a maximum count of 6144 independent lines!
All Remote Units are individually marked with a progressive number on the case cover
Each Unit has TWO INDEPENDENT SECTIONS with 24 lines, marked 1 to 24: Unit number ONE has lines 1 to 24, Unit TWO 25 to 48 and so on for all existing Units. While the lines are no longer marked INDIVIDUALLY on the front-panel (as in the previous FIREMASTER III System), the TX-5000 will continue to display the number of each individual line as before.
The batteries can be charged with the OFF/EXT/CHARGE position, simply connecting the line cord to any suitable mains outlet (90 to 240Va.c. 50 or 60Hz). The whole process of test and charge is automatically performed by a dedicated microcontroller. During the test and charge operations, the Unit cannot be used. the power switch on
The program for the fire sequences is permanently stored inside the memory of each single Remote Unit and it is maintained until the operator will overwrite it with new data.
Any number of remote Units can be added or removed from the System without altering the program of the remaining Units.
The fire sequences can be altered at any moment , even few minutes before the show take place, with the maximum of ease, REMOTELY, by radio link and without need for the personnel to be present on the fire site.
The Base Unit TX5000 (when the "SHOW" mode is NOT in use) behaves just as a COMMUNICATOR and doesn't contain any memory of the fire sequences (the sequences are stored inside the Remote Units RX48), the Base Unit, if damaged, can be replaced IMMEDIATELY without any modification of the fire sequences already programmed. In
"SHOW" mode the Base Unit TX5000 stores an IMAGE of the whole show: should be necessary to replace at the last moment the Base Unit, it will be also necessary to reload on it the show image from a portable PC in few seconds. 66 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 4.6 Power ON procedure
Power switch to ON
The 3-digit LED display of each section will show tst while all lines are tested in sequence and batteries checked for the charge level. If all tests are passed, the 3-digit LED display will show the UNIT NUMBER: the Unit is READY TO OPERATE
Should otherwise any test fail, the 3-digit LED display will issue one of the warning messages (see the previous paragraph 4.4). In this case:
TURN OFF the instrument, wait some seconds and TURN ON IT AGAIN: if now the 3-digit LED displays the UNIT NUMBER, probably it was just a bad reading and all is OK. If otherwise the WARNING MESSAGE should still appear, DISCARD THE UNIT (it must be serviced or the batteries re-charged). DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SWITCH ON THE UNIT AGAIN IF THE FIRST TEST ISSUED A FrL WARNING MESSAGE! THE FAILURE OF THE INTERNAL SAFETY RELAY COULD BE POTENTIALLY DESTRUCTIVE!
If a warning message concerning the internal batteries is received, probably the SYSTEM BATTERY or the FIRE BATTERIES voltage is BELOW the minimum value required for a safe operation: the Unit automatically enters a TOTAL BLOCKING condition.
A warning message concerning the batteries not always means a permanent failure of the internal batteries: more frequently the batteries just require A RE-CHARGE CYCLE. Only if, after AT LEAST TWO CHARGING CYCLES, the warning message is still issued, then a permanent failure should be suspected and it is suggested to have the Unit serviced.
Any low-battery problem (insufficient charge or failure) can be recovered in two modes: if the batteries are just low in charge and the time left before the show is enough, RECHARGE BATTERIES. If otherwise the batteries have a permanent failure or the problem arrived when there is not enough time for a full charging cycle, turn the main switch OFF, and connect an EXTERNAL EMERGENCY BATTERY PACK. This will allow to perform anyway your show.
During the whole OPERATING PERIOD, the RX48 Units generate an INTERMITTENT TONE: this helps to find the Units in the dark when the show is over and avoid the risk to store the Unit still operating (this will cause the complete battery discharge in few days with the risk of permanent damage)
67 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 4.7 Units Field Usage 4.7.1 Protection 1) The Remote Units on field are subject to burning fallout with consistent risk of permanent damage of the plastic front-panel. An excellent protection is offered by the sturdy plastic case an the top cover (the lateral opening on the cover allows the cables to pass and the normal operation is possible while the COVER IS CLOSED) A further protection (mainly to avoid damages to the Unit's case) can be obtained using the special fiberglass covers (supplied upon request as special accessory).
2) Should the user decide to provide otherwise to the Units protection, it is suggested to cover the top panel with aluminum foil paying great attention to avoid any SHORT CIRCUIT between the line wires and mainly to AVOID ANY CONTACT WITH THE ANTENNA CONNECTOR (it must be always perfectly insulated and must be never in contact with other metal parts). 3) The reinforced plastic case of the FIREMASTER IV SYSTEM, thanks to the particular structure and the IP67 grade, grants a perfect protection against water spillage or raining. A partial immersion of the Unit on the water, snow, mud is also possible provided some precautions are respected:
The protection plug must be applied on the EXT. BATTERY connector, the cover must be CLOSED AND LATCHED (see figure A)
- When the ANTENNA is connected and the normal operation is required, the immersion is possible ONLY IF THE ANTENNA AND ITS CONNECTORS ARE COMPLETELY ABOVE THE WATER LEVEL: this will reduce significantly the immersion level (see figure A
- When the normal operation (with the antenna connected) is required under extreme raining conditions, it is strongly suggested to operate the Unit WITH THE CASE PLACED VERTICALLY: this will give much more space between the ANTENNA base and the water surface or wet soil (see figure B). 68 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 69 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 70 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 4.7.2 Antennas 1) The antenna supplied with the FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three", is INTEGRAL WITH THE INSTRUMENT and it is used the same type both for the Base Unit TX5000 and the Remote Units RX48. These antennas are whip type in /4 resonating at 40,700MHz. The antenna is realized completely in fiberglass and aluminum; it is very flexible and fire resistant. The connection to the Unit is pivot-type one with wing nut. 2) The antenna is supplied in TWO PIECES: the bottom one is made of aluminum and is provided with a strain-relief spring and the wing nut. The top section is a fiberglass whip. The two pieces are quickly mounted simply sliding the terminal part of the whip section into the bottom aluminum tube. 3) In order to obtain the best results concerning the radio coverage field, even in presence of natural or artificial obstacles, the Remote Units should be placed at least ONE METER above the ground. Remember as, consistently with the terrain type and the show's needs, HIGHER THE ANTENNAS ARE PLACED, MORE COVERAGE RANGE IS OBTAINED AND THE SAFETY MARGIN IS INCREASED ACCORDINGLY. 4) The metal parts of the antennas (CONNECTOR, SPRING, WING NUT) ARE ELECTRICALLY ACTIVE: AVOID ANY CONTACT WITH ANY OTHER METAL PART OR EXTERNAL WIRING. Avoid also any contact with the antennas of the next Units and other metal objects. IN GENERAL: the antennas must be installed in VERTICAL POSITION, far from any other object by at least 2 meters. 5) The reading of the field strength, in dBV, displayed on the base Unit TX5000, give a good indication about the system ability to communicate. Avoid to operate when the reading is BELOW 15dBV: it could happen some problem of partial data decoding with the result of SOME MISFIRE AT THE FIRST ATTEMPT (IN ANY CASE IT IS ABSOLUTELY EXCLUDED ANY RISK OF PREMATURE OR UNDUE FIRE!!!). 6) The RX48 case is provided with a COAXIAL CONNECTOR (UHF type SO-239) placed EXTERNALLY near to the handle. This connector allows direct connection for a coaxial cable when the CABLE connection is required in place of the RADIO link or when an EXTERNAL aerial (e.g.: a GROUND PLANE antenna) is preferred in place of the standard antenna
(for very critical propagation conditions). This connector however doesnt allow the direct insertion of the standard antenna (provided with a pivot-type attachment and a wing nut). A SPECIAL ADAPTOR is supplied as STANDARD ACCESSORY with the Unit: this adaptor allows a direct connection of the standard antenna but can be very quickly REMOVED if the SO-239 coaxial connector must be used. When not in use, we suggest to REMOVE always the antenna adaptor and to place the cover cap on the SO-
239 coaxial connector: this will grant the best protection of the whole Unit against any possibility of humidity or water penetration inside the case. 71 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 72 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 4.8 Connections 4.8.1 Firing lines Each section of the RX48 Remote Unit is provided with 24 couples of binding posts to connect a total of 48 independent firing lines. Each line is powered by the internal batteries of the Unit itself. The batteries for the lines supply are exclusively dedicated to this duty (all other circuits are supplied with a separate battery). All Units are supplied with two 12V batteries connected in series for a total of 24V available to the fire lines. Being these batteries of the lead-acid type with gel immobilized electrolyte, the available peak current to each line (during short periods) can be very high (up to 10A peak). Using standard igniters with a resistance of 1.5 to 2 ohm, it will possible to connect no more than 10 devices IN SERIES and no more than 8 IN PARALLEL (the latter configuration IS NOT SUGGESTED anyway). Using non-standard igniters, it will be possible to calculate approximately the maximum number of devices to be connected IN SERIES, taking into account for the resistance value and the minimum firing current (specifications supplied by the manufacturer). Proceed first calculating the maximum allowable resistance on a firing line Rmax given by:
R max Vfire Im=
in Rline where: Vfire=24V Imin=minimum fire current of each (in amperes, as declared by the manufacturer). Rline=resistance (in OHM) of the connection wires to the Unit. It will be then calculated the maximum number of igniters Nmax to be connected IN SERIES to a single line using the following equation:
N max
max R Rign 2 Rign is the resistance value of a single igniter where: Rmax is the value obtained from the previous calculation Eg.: using a standard Unit with a 24V battery, a connection line of 25 meters made of copper wire (section 0,22mm2 ), daveyfire X2 igniters with 5meter of connection cables, it will be obtained:
Vfire=24V, I min=0.8A, Rline=3ohm (about) R max 24
0 8
3 27 ohm 73 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual Nmax =
2 7 27 3 From the above calculations, it will be possible to connect IN SERIES up to 7 igniters of this type with a 100% warranty of ignitions. These calculations are very prudential and theoretical: in practice it would be possible to connect in series a lot more igniters (giving up some safety margin). In any case, when more igniters are to be connected in series, IT IS MANDATORY USING DEVICES EACH OTHER IDENTICAL: not only of the same brand and model, but possibly also coming from the SAME PRODUCTION LOT. THE PARALLEL OR, WHORSE THE MIXED SERIES-PARALLEL CONNECTIONS, MUST BE AVOIDED. ALSO THE SERIES CONNECTIONS SHOULD BE REDUCED TO THE MINIMUM POSSIBLE.
The line connectors must be clean and free from oxidation (this will increase the total line resistance).
- Make sure the connection wire has a sufficient section in order to grant a good contact to the binding post. Eventually bend several time the terminal part of the wire.
- Make sure the terminal part of the wire inserted in the binding post is completely free from the insulating sleeve (many misfires are due to this inadvertence!)
- Make sure the unprotected parts of the wire, eventually coming out of the connector, don't contact any other metal parts of the Unit (antenna, connectors of other lines, etc.). 4.8.2 Coaxial cable connection Should extreme conditions require it, the FIREMASTER IV System can be still used with the RADIO LINK ( "RADIO" mode), but with all units connected each other with coaxial cable: any type of antenna will be in this case REMOVED. Should the normal RADIO connection be forbidden or impractical, and the cable connection becomes mandatory, using this type of connection, several advantages are obtained with respect a wire connection using the RS-485 port:
- All the bi-directional functions, typical of the FIREMASTER system, remain available (the RS-485 interface allows the communication for the FIRE operations only and NOT for the controls).
The interconnection of all Units is simply made using sections of coaxial cable of any length and UHF "T" adaptors without need to respect a specific connection order.
- All command signals are sent ON CABLE and cannot be longer interfered nor causing interferences to other sensitive devices. The data transmission integrity is 100% proof!
74 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual
The available connection range for the Units increases to several miles
(provided the cost of the coaxial cable could be justified!). In order to realize this type of connection, it will be necessary to use A COAXIAL ATTENUATOR at the R.F. OUTPUT of each Unit, before the connection cable to the next Unit is connected. Coaxial cable, attenuators, "T" adapters and other accessories for this configuration mode, can be supplied on request by Parente Fireworks. The following figure shows how the different Units can be connected each other to implement this communication mode. 1) Coaxial Attenuator male-female, UHF, 50ohm, -10dB 2) Coaxial "T" adapter, UHF, 50ohm 3) UHF coaxial connector, male with 50ohm coaxial cable, RG58-U 75 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 4.8.3 RS-485 The connection using the RS-485 line, allows the FIREMASTER IV System to be used WITHOUT the RADIO circuits. When this operating mode is used, it will be necessary to take into account for some limitations:
The maximum number of Remote Units that can be connected together must be limited to about 15
- The communication by RS-485 serial line is available for the FIRE mode only. All the programming, testing and modify operations to the Remote Units, must be still performed using the RADIO link.
The RS-485 port, when in FIRE mode, is always active: this allows to use the Firemaster System with a MIXED MODE (RADIO + CABLE). If the MIXED mode is used, then the Remote Units must be programmed in RADIO LINK mode and the antennas must be CONNECTED. Only if ALL THE REMOTE UNITS have been programmed in "CABLE" mode, it will be possible to remove the antennas (FOR THE "FIRE" FUNCTION ONLY). When the connection by serial RS-485 line is used, all the Units (TX5000 and RX-48) must be connected each other with a TWO-WIRE TWISTED cable
(available upon request). In order to simplify the inter-connection between Units, a special PLUG ADAPTOR is available. The ADAPTOR PLUG can be directly inserted into the two RS-485 connectors on the front panels of both TX5000 and RX48. The wiring is made using two spring-loaded binding posts (similar to the LINE CONNECTORS). The following precautions must be followed for a correct wiring:
- All RED connectors must be wired together with the RED wire
- All BLACK connectors must be connected together with the WHITE wire
- All ADAPTOR PLUGS (TX5000 and RX48) must be of TYPE A i.e.:
WITHOUT the loading resistor The ADAPTOR PLUG connected to THE LAST UNIT OF THE CHAIN
(RX48), must be of TYPE B i.e.: provided WITH THE 120ohm TERMINATING RESISTOR. For other connection details, refer to the diagram below:
76 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 77 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 4.8.4 RS-232 The RS-232 interface, installed both on the Remote Units RX48 and the Base Unit TX5000, can be used for three different purposes:
A) Download of data concerning the pyrotechnic show created with specific software (SHOWLOADER 3). This function is possible on the TX5000 ONLY B) Download of new versions, releases, patches and upgrades for internal firmware of the Firemaster System (supplied by Parente Fireworks only). C) Connection to an external PC to read the data concerning the Unit type or the error messages issued during the test. This function is available on BOTH the TX5000 and the RX48. The (A) case is the most common one and it is used to "load" in the internal memory of the Base Unit TX5000 the data concerning a pyrotechnic show created externally on a PC using a dedicated software commonly available on the market (PyroMotion, FireOne, etc.) or manually assembled with the common EXCEL worksheet or even more simply using the NOTEPAD accessory. The TEXT file containing the show data will be downloaded from the PC to the TX5000 Base Unit using a SPECIAL SERIAL CABLE (supplied as STANDARD ACCESSORY with the TX5000). The data download is made using the SHOWLOADER 3 program supplied by Parente Fireworks upon specific request. The (B) mode requires a DIFFERENT RS-232 CABLE supplied only with the program upgrades, a specific loader program, the keys to access the internal firmware and the specific instructions. NOTE: modifying the internal firmware of both TX5000 and RX48 Units requires some skill and, if not properly executed, could IMPAIR DEFINITELY the normal operation of the Units other than VOIDING IMMEDIATELY THE WARRANTY. Proceed with this operation ONLY WHEN NECESSARY, WITH THE ORIGINAL SOFTWARE supplied by Parente Fireworks and ONLY WITH THE DIRECT SUPERVISION OF A PARENTE FIREWORK TECHNICIAN. The details of the PC communication ports, data transfer mode and baud rate, are given below:
COMMUNICATION PORT:
BAUD RATE:
DATA BITS:
STOP BITS:
PARITY HANDSHAKE:
serial (COM1 to COM8) 38,400 8 1 NO NONE 78 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual RS-232 CONNECTOR TX5000 Connector type: DIN, circular, female, 7 poles. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7)
+5Vd.c. (for programming purposes only) TX data RX data MD1 (for programming purposes only) COMMON RESET (for programming purposes only) SHIELD RS-232 CONNECTOR RX48 Connector type: DIN, circular, female, 12 poles. A) MD1 section B (for programming purposes only) B) C) D) E) F) G) H) J) K) L) M) WARNING: all pins marked in RED, are RESERVED for programming purposes and must be left UNCONNECTED. AUX section B (not implemented) RX data section A TX data section A MD1 section A (for programming purposes only) COMMON AUX section A (not implemented) RESET section A (for programming purposes only) RX data section B TX data section B RESET section B (for programming purposes only) COMMON 79
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FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 5.0 BPK-48A EMERGENCY BATTERY PACK 5.1 CASE AND FRONT- PANEL DIAGRAM 81 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 1. IP67 Ultra-High Impact Copolymer Polypropylene case. 34 x 29.5 x 15.2 cm 2. Double-step latches 3. Stainless steel reinforced padlock protector 4. Waterproof 7-pole DIN connector for external emergency battery. WARNING: the metallic contacts of this connector carry directly the batteries voltage and NO FUSE PROTECTION IS PROVIDED!
AVOID ABSOLUTELY ANY ACCIDENTAL CONTACT OF THESE PINS EACH OTHER OR WITH OTHER METALLIC PARTS: THE CONTACTS WILL BE FUSED AND THE BATTERIES COULD BE PERMANENTLY DAMAGED!!! USE ONLY THE SPECIAL CONNECTION CABLE (IP65) SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT. Exercise also the maximum care to maintain these contacts always PERFECTLY CLEAN AND DRY. 5. Protection cap for the DIN connector. 6. Fold-down and rubberized handle 7. Automatic pressure equalization valve 8. Polycarbonate, silk-screen printed front-panel 9. BATTERY 1 SYSTEM (red/green). This bi-colour indicator LED blinks GREEN during the normal charging process and turns ON RED (steady) if the relative battery doesnt pass the initial test or the charging process is terminated with a FAULT condition. 10. BATTERY 2 FIRE (red/green). This bi-color indicator LED blinks GREEN during the normal charging process and turns ON RED
(steady) if the relative battery doesnt pass the initial test or the charging process is terminated with a FAULT condition. 11. BATTERY 3 FIRE (red/green). This bi-color indicator LED blinks GREEN during the normal charging process and turns ON RED
(steady) if the relative battery doesnt pass the initial test or the charging process is terminated with a FAULT condition. 12. TEST OK/FAULT LED (yellow). This indicator LED blinks during the initial test of the internal batteries before the charging process takes place. The TEST LED is turned OFF if the TEST is passed for all the batteries and the charge starts normally. This LED is turned ON
(STEADY, with the FAULT meaning) if otherwise one or more battery doesnt pass the initial test. 13. CHARGE LED (red). This indicator LED turns ON after all the internal batteries have been successfully tested and the charging process is running. 82 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 14. OPTIONAL CONNECTOR for the EXTERNAL Battery Pack. 7-pole DIN connector male. Normally this connector IS NOT MOUNTED on the front-panel of the BPK-48A units: it is placed outside on the CASE front (see case diagram, point 4). 15. Insulated bipolar receptacle for the mains supply cable. WARNING: the Unit is NOT PROVIDED WITH A GROUND CONNECTION (this condition is marked with the specific symbol). The user's protection is obtained using components with a DOUBLE INSULATION. 16. Line LED (blue). This LED indicator turns ON whenever the Unit is connected to a suitable MAINS receptacle for battery charging. The charging process takes place automatically when the MAINS cable is plugged into a suitable line socket (110 240Va.c. 50 60Hz). No power switch is provided: the batteries are disconnected automatically from the external circuits during the charge process. 83 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 5.2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Emergency Battery Pack BPK-48A is an autonomous Unit containing the following elements:
- TWO Batteries for the fire lines: 12V 1,2Ah. Lead-acid type, sealed with gel-immobilized electrolyte.
- ONE Battery for the System supply: 12V 5,7Ah. Lead-acid type, sealed with gel-immobilized electrolyte.
- Universal Line power supply (110 - 240Va.c 50-60Hz for the re-charge system.
- Automatic charging circuit, supervisor and battery status manager, controlled by a dedicated microprocessor.
- Highly impact-resistant plastic polymer case.
- Front-panel with LED indicators for the batteries charge status.
- 7-pole waterproof DIN connector to carry power to the external Units. The Battery Pack can verify the charge status of all batteries (both System and Lines), to provide an optimal recharge of the batteries and to signal accurately any inconvenience detected during the charge or the test. 5.2.1 USE The BPK-48A Emergency Battery Pack is intended to be used IN EMERGENCY when the INTERNAL BATTERIES of both TX5000 or RX48 Units should fail to pass the initial test or when the charge level is considered too low to grant a reliable performance during the whole show. The BPK-48A Emergency Battery Pack can be immediately connected to the corresponding socket (placed OUTSIDE on the case near to the handle) of any TX5000 or RX48 Unit. Since all connectors are placed EXTERNALLY and the special cable supplied for the connection is WATERPROOF (IP65), all the Units can be used with the COVERS CLOSED AND LATCHED, thus maintaining a complete protection of the whole system against water penetration. BEFORE CONNECTING the BPK-48A Emergency Battery Pack to any Unit (TX5000 or RX48), MAKE SURE THE POWER SWITCH OF THE UNIT IS PLACED ON THE OFF/EXT position in order to AVOID POSSIBLE CONFLICTS BETWEEN THE INTERNAL BATTERIES AND THE POWER SUPPLIED BY THE BPK-48A. WHEN THE BPK-48A IS CONNECTED TO AN EXTERNAL UNIT, THE LINE CORD MUST REMAIN DIS-CONNECTED (i.e.: the charge process IS NOT ALLOWED) 84 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 5.3 OPERATION DESCRIPTION 5.3.1 TEST The INTERNAL BATTERIES of the BPK-48A are tested by the circuits of the RX48 Unit when the connection is made. The BPK-48A doesnt have any internal circuit to detect the charge status of its batteries: it will be Users care to maintain always WELL CHARGED the batteries of the BPK-
48A unit or to connecting it time to time (when not in use) to a RX48 Unit to monitor the residual battery charge. 5.3.2 TEST (UNIT CONNECTED TO MAINS) When the mains cord is connected to a line receptacle, the BPK-48A internal circuits perform a minimum of test on the internal batteries before the charging cycle is started:
- The batteries must be present and have a minimum residual voltage
(below a preset voltage or when NO VOLTAGE is detected, the battery is considered PERMANENTLY FAILED or ABSENT and the charging cycle WILL BE NOT INITIATED).
- The line voltage must be within the specified values (110 to 240Va.c.) otherwise the test and charging cycle will be INHIBITED. 5.3.3 TEST CONDITIONS The test conditions are summarized in the table below:
PARAMETER TYPE Nominal voltage Charge capacity CHARGE voltage CHARGE limit current FAILED Battery voltage Battery having to be charged voltage Battery CHARGED voltage END-OF-CHARGE current Max time with LIMIT CURRENT Max charging time OPEN-LOAD Percentage (TEST) OPEN-LOAD Percentage (after charging) SYISTEM Battery Sealed- Lead-acid 12V 5.7Ah 13.9V 700mA 8.0V 11.5V 12.3V 75mA 12h 15%
10%
LINE Battery Sealed- Lead-acid 12V 1.2Ah 14.2V 300mA 8.0V 11.5V 12.3V 18mA 30'
12h 20%
12%
85 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 5.3.4 CHARGE The BPK-48A Battery Pack must be first connected to the mains with the line cord: the blue LINE LED will turn immediately ON and the TEST OK/FAULT yellow LED will start to blink. The BATTERY#1 (SYSTEM) LED will turn ON (green): during 10 seconds the battery is tested (the corresponding green LED is steady). If the battery is present and its voltage is above the minimum required voltage, the charge will start (the corresponding LED will start to BLINK). If otherwise the battery is NOT PRESENT or its open-circuit voltage is BELOW the minimum allowed limit, the LED will turn RED and this battery will be DISCONNECTED (the battery is not present or is failed and requires service). The process described above is repeated for the BATTERY#2 and BATTERY#3 (FIRE batteries). When all batteries have been tested, all the battery LED should BLINK GREEN, the TEST OK/FAULT yellow LED is turned OFF and the red CHARGE led is turned ON. From this moment begins the charge cycle of 12 hours. The charge cycle (independently for each battery) can terminate in two possible ways:
- The charging current remains BELOW the preset limit (preset end-of-
charge minimum current) for at least 1 minute.
- The charge is terminated ANYWAY after 12 hours (even if the end-of-
charge minimum current is not reached) While the first case is the correct way to terminate the charge cycle, the second case should be regarded as quite irregular. In any case if a battery doesnt reach the end-of-charge minimum current within the allotted period of 12 hours, not necessarily this battery should be regarded as FAILED one. It is quite common for this type of batteries, after a long use and several charging cycles, TO HAVE THE CHARGE CAPACITY REDUCED: this battery can be still used but it will be Users care to replace this battery as soon as possible with a NEW ONE. Remember as a sealed Lead-Acid battery has a reliable mean life of TWO YEARS and it should be replaced ANYWAY after this period (even if apparently still efficient). Since the BPK 48-A Unit IS NOT PROVIDED with a LINE SWITCH, the Unit itself, during the charging process, must be suitably placed in order to allow the easy removal of the LINE CORD at any moment, in case of emergency. 86 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 5.3.5 ERROR CONDITIONS LISTING The table below resumes all the possible error conditions and the way they are indicated by the LED lamps on the front-panel of the Battery Pack. The same information is printed on the front-panel itself. BLINKING STEADY LED "TEST OK - FAULT" (YELLOW) CONDITION MEANING Test in progress Test OK LED B#1 - B#2 - B#3 (Bi-color) CONDITION GEEN STEADY GREEN BLINKING RED STEADY MEANING Battery under test Test OK - Battery under charge Charge NOT in progress: the pre-charge test FAILED CONDITION LED "CHARGE (RED) MEANING Test in progress Test OK CHARGE IN PROGRESS OFF STEADY 87 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 5.4 BATTERIES All batteries used by the FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Tree" SYSTEM, are of SEALED lead-acid type with GEL solid electrolyte. These are very reliable batteries requiring very little precautions and need PRACTICALLY NO SERVICE. Considering however as the good result of a pyrotechnic show of several thousands dollars value, depends for a large extent by the good battery behavior, it seems adequate to insist on the absolute necessity of ACCURATE AND FREQUENT CONTROLS of the battery situation. In particular:
1) Avoid exposing the battery to extreme temperatures (below 0C or OVER 45C) for long periods. 2) When the SYSTEM is NOT IN USE, provide to charge regularly the batteries: the lead-acid batteries have a much longer life if maintained ALWAYS FULLY CHARGED. It is suggested a charge cycle of 12 hours every 30 days. The internal microprocessor system will take care to maintain the optimum charge level in any condition. 3) When the System is NORMALLY USED (periodic duty), it is suggested to have a 12-hour charge before all shows. 4) If the batteries have been DEEPLY DISCHARGED it is suggested to have a full charge for at least 24 hours (eventually repeat TWICE the automatic charge cycle). 5) Make periodic controls of the battery status at least every 6 months by visual inspection after removing it from the container:
if any swelling, spot, salt or liquid spills are noticed, DISCARD IMMEDIATELY THE SUSPECT DEVICE even if apparently it does still give energy enough. 6) If measured OPEN CIRCUIT (without any load applied) all lead-
acid batteries, when a common voltmeter (tester) is used, always give 12V even if quite completely discharged . It will be then necessary to always measure the battery voltage while a suitable load is applied. To do that, REMOVE the batteries from the Unit case, measure the voltage across the terminal with a voltmeter and connect momentarily a load sinking about 1A current. For a 12V battery a common wire-wound resistor rated 10ohm 10W can be used or optionally a 12V car bulb (e.g.: the one used for the headlight). The DIFFERENCE between the voltage measured OPEN CIRCUIT and UNDER LOAD shouldn't be MORE THAN 10% - 15%. E.g.: if a battery measured OPEN CIRCUIT gives a reading of 12,2V and, when LOADED with the resistor or the lamp, the reading decreases to 11,5V, it can be still regarded as a GOOD ONE. On the contrary, if the voltage measured UNDER LOAD should fall below 11V (or less), it will be then necessary to have a full charge for at least 12 hours and then the test will be repeated. If, after the charge, the test above is 88 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual passed, OK: the battery was just discharged and can be still used. If otherwise the battery still exhibits an excessive voltage reduction under load, then it MUST BE IMPERATIVELY DISCARDED AND REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE. NOTE: all batteries installed inside the RX48 Units, are AUTOMATICALLY TESTED with the above method. 7) The MEAN LIFE of a lead-acid battery is ABOUT 2 YEARS or 500 charging cycles (whichever is less). It is thus suggested, in a prudential way, to CHECK YEARLY with great care all batteries and to replace all devices giving test results LESS THAN PERFECT (even if apparently acceptable). The recovered batteries, if still passing the load test, can be used as EMERGENCY EXTERNAL BATTERIES. 8)
We recall here the RECYCLING RULES concerning the battery disposal: it must absolutely avoided to dispose the failed batteries with the common garbage, call instead a specialized collecting center enabled for the recycling of this polluting waste!
89 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 5.5 INTERNAL BATTERIES REPLACEMENT RX 48 INTERNAL VIEW BATTERY REPLACEMENT TX5000 INTERNAL VIEW BATTERY REPLACEMENT 90 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual BPK-48A INTERNAL VIEW BATTERY REPLACEMENT When it is necessary to access the internal batteries for a check or replacement, proceed as follows:
1) If not already done, SWITCH OFF the Unit (Remote or Base). 2) Unscrew the top panel. 3) Remove VERY CAREFULLY the top panel. Disconnect the antenna coaxial cable and the external battery connection. During the above operations avoid any internal circuit or component touching the metal shields. 4) Unscrew the metal plates fastening the batteries 5) Disconnect the batteries from the circuits by removing the cable connectors (FASTON). 6) Check or replace all batteries needing service. 7) Restore the connections to all batteries RESPECTING THE CORRECT POLARITY (CHECK MORE THAN ONCE FOR SAKE OF SAFETY!) 8) Restore the rubber spacers placed between the batteries and the metal panel. Fasten the batteries with the metal plate and secure all screws. 9) Close the panel securing it to the case with the screws (don't forget the nylon washers!) 10) When a battery replacement is needed, USE THE ORIGINAL SONNENSCHEIN - DRYFIT BATTERIES ONLY. The battery used on the FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three" are the following types:
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- TRANSMITTER (TX5000): ONE 12V 5,7Ah battery series dryfit A300 SERIAL 07 191432 00 (optionally it can be used the same type series A200 SERIAL 07 191432 00)
- RICEIVERS (RX48): - ONE SYSTEM BATTERY 12V 5,7Ah series dryfit A300 SERIAL 07 191432 00 (optionally it can be used the same type series A200 SERIAL 07 191432 00) - TWO LINE (FIRE) BATTERIES 12V 1,1Ah seris dryfit A300 SERIAL 07 191185 00 (optionally it can be used the same type series A200 SERIAL 07 190185 00) WARNING: using battery types DIFFERENT FROM the specified ones, other than NOT GRANTING a normal working autonomy, could also require a complete RE-TUNING of the recharge circuits: this operation requires the manufacturer intervention. The charging voltage of the Sonnenschein dryfit batteries (limited current) is 13,9V/14,2V at 20C: the internal charging circuits are set to this value. Batteries of different manufacturers, could require different charging values up to 14,9V. The dryfit Sonnenschein batteries are SOLID GEL IMMOBILIZED and can be used without restrictions IN ANY POSITION. Several other SEALED BATTERY have a LIQUID IMMOBILIZED electrolyte: even if equivalent from a functional point of view, they CANNOT OPERATE FOR LONG PERIODS LAID DOWN, or a sudden LOSS OF CHARGE CAPACITY will be faced. In any case the SYSTEM BATTERY must be NEVER replaced with such a type, because it PERMANENTLY OPERATES IN THIS POSITION. 92
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FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 6. GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND WARNINGS The following rules and suggestions should be accurately followed in order to be compliant with most obvious safety rules, to avoid serious and permanent damage to the FIREMASTER system and to obtain always the best performance:
1) Avoid any water spillage or spray on the front-panel of the Remote Units RX48 (also on the TX5000 of course!). The Units are NOT COMPLETELY WATERPROOF. Dry immediately any Unit that accidentally received a spray of fresh water or rain. Disconnect and dispose any Unit wet of SEAWATER: these Units must have service as soon as possible to clean out the internal circuits. 2) Never clean the front panels using solvents such as: alcohol, organic solvents, acids or alkali. The panels must be cleaned using a soft cloth or paper tissue wet with a little neutral detergent (no foaming type). Avoid to scratch the surfaces!
3) During the show execution, protect the Remote Units RX48 the burning fallout using the aluminum covers provided with lateral slits for the cable passage. For an increased protection and to save the cover paint, special fiberglass covers can be obtained upon request from the manufacturer or the local representative. 4) Avoid if possible placing the Remote Units RX48 directly on the ground
(in particular if it is frozen, wet or muddy). The Units should be always placed at least 50cm - 1 meter ABOVE THE GROUND using adequate supports not flammable: avoid thus cardboard, plastics or wood boxes!
5) Use ONLY ONE ANTENNA AT THE TIME. Using two antennas at the same time (the availability of two separate connectors could suggest to do that!), other than reducing quite to zero the transmitter efficiency, could impair permanently the transmitter circuitry. 6) Never use the System Units (both the RX48 and the TX5000) without the antenna connected. 7) Never use the System exposing it for long periods to extreme temperatures (above 35C or below 0C). 8) The Units must be stored in a dry place with an ambient temperature between 5C and 30C (maximum limits). 9) Avoid to charge the internal batteries for more than 24 hours (forcing the repetition of the charge cycle). The internal charge supervisor limits the charge time to 12 hours maximum. 10) Switch OFF all the Units before the storage in the shelf 11) Replace immediately all faulty batteries or the ones suspected to have poor performance (the cost of a battery doesn't worth a fiasco!) 12) Dispose the discarded batteries following the local rules for recycling this type of material. 13) Let always enough space around the antennas. It is a good rule to avoid the presence of large metal surfaces far less than 10 meters from the antenna. 93 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 14) When possible try to raise the Unit as much as possible from the ground:
the propagation of the radio signals increases considerably if the antenna is placed far from the ground. 15) Avoid operating with large natural or artificial obstacles (houses, hills, wire mesh) between the TX5000 and the Remote Units. Always try to operate with all field Units in "line of sight" with the TX5000 transmitter. 16) Avoid absolutely any contact of the metal base of the antenna and its connector with wires, metal parts or external circuits. 17) Never use the System near to or inside storage of flammable, explosive materials or products sensitive to strong electromagnetic fields. 18) Never recharge the Units inside the powders storage or inside dangerous areas. Never store or switch on the Units in presence of high concentrations of combustible dust or solvent vapors 19) Never connect to the Units external devices other than the accessories of the same product line directly supplied by the manufacturer. 20) Never make connections or dis-connections of the squibs on the SYSTEM when the RX48 are switched ON! Always switch OFF all the Units before beginning any operation with the squibs. When the squibs are connected, always make sure that nobody could, accidentally or willingly, turn on the TX5000 Base Unit and operate on it. 21) Don't use testers ohmmeters or circuit testers to verify the line continuity when the wires are already connected to the binding posts of the Remote Units! Always use for this purpose the system facilities!
22) Don't use absolutely any external power source in order to increase the line voltage or current. 23) Clear the fire site from the personnel when, with the mortars already loaded and squibs connected, the FIREMASTER Base Unit is switched ON and during the whole period of lines and sequences programming. Any operation concerning programming and testing must be carried-out in conditions of maximum safety for all the personnell on duty. 24) Remove the safety key from the TX5000 during the squibs connection, mortars loading, etc. Prevent the improper use of the SYSTEM by personnel not qualified and at the wrong moment. 25) Do not use cellular phones, cordless, walky-talky, transmitters, brush motors, high-energy electric apparatus, industrial lamps with reactors, etc. near to the FIREMASTER System while operating
(both in programming and in FIRE mode) and mainly when the squibs are already connected to the system. 26) Avoid absolutely any electric contact between the squib wires connected to the binding posts and any other external circuit or metal part. Avoid also the accidental contact with metal parts of the Unit itself. To each binding post must be connected only two insulated wires of a single line and completely free from any other connection. 27) Never connect more than 5 squibs in parallel or 10 in series to the same line. If the line connection wires are longer than 10 meters or the line be realized with small-section conductors, then the connection for each line should be limited to 3 squibs in parallel and 5 in series. 94 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 28) Carefully insulate all the wire joints and avoid any electric leakage
(wires or joints wet!) between the wires of different lines or between the wires and the ground or metal surfaces. 29) Imperatively never use the FIREMASTER SYSTEM other than for control and firing of PYROTECHNIC SHOWS. INOBSERVANCE OF THE ABOVE RULES, OTHER THAN PRODUCING FAULTY OPERATION, PERMANENT FAILURES TO OBJECTS OR PERSONAL INJURIES, WILL ALSO IMMEDIATELY VOID THE WARRANTY OF THE FIREMASTER SYSTEM 95
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FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual CERTIFICATION 8. The FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three" SYSTEM is provided with the mandatory CE marking and fulfills all the rules and product directives as required by the Law. In particular the FIREMASTER System has been tested by a "Notified Body" (EUROFINS 0681). The FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three" SYSTEM is COMPLIANT with the following directives:
- ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY: EN 301 489- 3 V1.4.1 (2002) , EN 301 489- 1 V1.6.1 (2005), EN 55014-1 (2001) + A1 (2001) + A2 (2002) +
EN 55014-2 (1997) + A1 (2001) - Rif. R&TTE
- RADIO SECTION: EN 300 220-1 V2.1.1 (04-2006), EN 300 220-2 V2.1.2
(06-2007), EN 50371 (03-2002)- Ref. R&TTE
- ELECTRIC SAFETY: EN 60950-1 (2001) + EN 60950-1/A11 : 2004 - Ref. R&TTE
- FCC CERTIFICATION: CFR47 Part.15 sub B. Par.15.107 and 15.109, Part 15 sub C Par. 15.231 FCC I.D.: SLO-FIREMASTER4KR
(RX48) FCC I.D.: SLO-FIREMASTER4KT
(TX5000) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. receiver is connected. 98 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 8.1 WARRANTY PARENTE FIREWORKS s.r.l Via Oberdan, 107 45037 MELARA (RO) -ITALY Tel. ++39-(0)425-89035 Fax ++39-(0)425-89640 www.parente.it info@parente.it service@firemasterplus.com Manufacturer of the FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three" SYSTEM and its accessories, grants all Units free from manufacturing defects for a period of 12 months from the purchasing date. All Units requiring service within the warranty period, must be sent back to PARENTE FIREWORKS - ITALIA or to an authorized laboratory at Customer's charge. Before sending any Unit or part for servicing under warranty, make sure all procedures described in the present manual have been carefully followed.. ALWAYS CONTACT IN ADVANCE A PARENTE FIREWORKS REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN A WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SERVICE DETAILS. When the Units are sent back for servicing, please send also a short description of failures and problems encountered as well as a description of the ambient and operating conditions existing when the problem occurred. We recall here as ALL BATTERIES are EXCLUDED from the present warranty. 99 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 8.2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 8.2.1 DECLARATION Hereby PARENTE FIREWORKS s.r.l Via Oberdan, 107 45037 MELARA (RO) -ITALY declares that this
"SYSTEM FIREMASTER IV Millennium Three composed by the following sub-assemblies:
BASE UNIT TX5000 REMOTE UNIT RX48 EMERGENCY BATTERY PACK BPK 48-A Is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC 100 FIREMASTER IV "MillenniumThree" radio shooting system Users manual 8.2.2 REMARKS IMPORTANT REMARKS Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance, could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. interference in a residential NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 101
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Users Manual WARNINGS AND GENERAL SAFETY RULES The following rules, suggestions and limitations, should be carefully followed, both to comply with the most common safety provisions and to avoid severe and permanent damages to the FIREMASTER SYSTEM, still obtaining the best performance.
Use of the FIREMASTER SYSTEM and its ancillary units, is strictly reserved to pyrotechnic professionals, duly authorized to fireworks use, following the law provisions of each respective Country.
Dont modify or try to adjust in any way the internal circuitry.
Dont store the units in excessively damp or dusty places nor on unstable surfaces.
Avoid any water spray on the units front panel. The units ARE NOT COMPLETELY WATERPROOF! Dry immediately any part subject to accidental fresh water spray or rain shower. Disconnect and put aside any unit accidentally sprayed with SEA WATER: these units must have immediate service in order to clean completely the internal parts. If an immediate technical service is not possible, try to remove the salt water using DISTILLED WATER.
Never clean the front-panels using solvents, alcohol, acids or bases. Always wipe gently the surfaces using a soft cloth with neutral and no-
foam detergent. Avoid scratching the painted surfaces!
During the show execution, protect your units from the incandescent fallout closing the protection covers on the panels.
Avoid as long as possible, to place your units directly on the ground
(mainly if it is wet, muddy or frozen). The units should be always raised from the ground by at least 50cm one meter using non-flammable supports: cardboard, plastic or wood boxes must be avoided!
Avoid any contact between different units, both directly and by means of other external metallic parts or surfaces. Avoid in general any contact between different working units.
It is NOT suggested to operate the System when the ambient temperature is OVER 45C o BELOW -15C. A System FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three"
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The units must be stored in dry places at temperatures between 5C and 30C (maximum limits).
Avoid overcharging the internal batteries exceeding the prefixed charging time. 12 hours are enough for a complete re-charge when the batteries are in good conditions.
Always switch OFF all the units before store them in the deposit.
Immediately replace all failed batteries or suspected to be detective
(the price of a single battery doesnt worth a compromised show!)
Discard the failed batteries in strict accordance with the recycling and disposal rules existing for this special material.
Should any unit emit unusual smell or smoke, switch it OFF immediately and remove the internal batteries.
Avoid any accidental contact between the metallic parts of the unit and other external circuits or metallic structures.
Dont operate the units near or inside deposits of flammable material, explosives or devices sensible to electromagnetic fields.
Dont store or recharge the units inside deposits of explosives, flammables or inside restricted areas. Dont switch ON the units in presence of high concentrations of combustible dust or solvent vapors.
Never connect your units to other instruments not otherwise specified as ORIGINAL FIREMASTER ACCESSORY or expressly declared compatible by the producer.
Dont connect or dis-connect the electrical squibs while the units are switched ON. Always switch OFF your units before proceeding with the squib connection.
Dont use testers, ohmmeters or circuit checkers to test the line continuity when the wires are already connected to the units terminals!
Always perform any measurement on is DISCONNECTED from the unit!
Imperatively do NOT use external voltage sources trying to increase the voltage or the current of the System. the squib while it B System FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three"
Users Manual lamps with power reactors, etc.
Clear the firing site from the personnel when, with mortars loaded and squibs connected, the units are switched ON. Clear the site as well during the whole programming and test steps on the lines and sequences. Always perform any programming and test operation maintaining the maximum safety condition for all the operators.
Remove the safety key from the units during all the operations involving the squib connection, mortar loading, etc. Avoid any un-
authorized use of the System by personnel not qualified or in the wrong moment.
Imperatively DO NOT USE cellular phones, cordless, walkie-
talkies, transmitters, brush motors, high-energy electrical devices, industrial in proximity of the FIREMASTER SYSTEM and its ancillary units while operative (both in SAFE and FIRE mode) and mainly when the squibs are already connected to the system.
Strictly avoid any electrical contact between the squib lines and any other external circuit or metallic part. Also avoid any contact between the squib wires and metallic parts of the same unit. To each connector must be present only the insulated wires of a single firing line completely free from any other contact.
Carefully insulate all the squib terminal junctions and avoid any electrical leakage (wet junctions or lines) between wires of different lines or with respect the ground or metallic surfaces.
NEVER use the FIREMASTER SYSTEM and its peripheral units for any other purpose but the control and firing of PYROTECHNIC SHOWS. FAILING TO OBSERVE ONE OR MORE OF THE ABOVE WARNINGS, COULD LEAD TO SEVERE FAILURES, DAMAGES TO PEOPLE AND MATERIAL, COMPLETELY OUTSIDE OF THE PRODUCER RESPONSIBILITY, OTHER THAN PERMANENT DAMAGES AND THE IMMEDIATE WARRANTY VOIDING!
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Users Manual PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS FOR THE FIRST INSTALLATION 1) Lift the units from the shipping packages (box, container, etc.) 2) Check carefully for any dispersed accessory (cables, antenna, software CD, etc.) before discarding the packing material. 3) Proceed with an accurate visual inspection of the units in order to discover possible damages, breaks, tampering, etc. 4) The following items should be checked in particular:
Enclosure, top cover and fasteners Connectors Front panels 5) Shake each unit in order to discover noises due to internal parts loosening. 6) All contacts and other exposed metal parts should not present traces of corrosion or oxidation 7) No traces of liquid spillage (batteries) must be present. Should any of the above problems be present, DONT OPERATE THE INSTRUMENT but contact immediately the Service Center!
The units of the FIREMASTER series are usually supplied with the batteries ALREADY INSTALLED AND READY-TO-USE: it could happen however as, due to a long storage period before the first installation, the batteries become partially discharged. In this case the unit SHOULD BE NOT INSTALLED but a previous COMPLETE CHARGE of the batteries must be performed. NOTE: The batteries are subject to a natural auto-discharge during the storage periods. The discharge rate is function of the battery residual life and of the ambient temperature (higher the temperature, faster the auto-
discharge). In particular climatic conditions and for very prolonged inactivity periods (over 60 days), it may happen as the batteries fall BELOW THE MINIMUM ALLOWED LEVEL FOR A REGULAR RE-CHARGE. In this case the batteries must be considered as PERMANENTLY DAMAGED. A single charging cycle can be still attempted. If this last attempt shouldnt succeed, DO NOT INSIST AGAIN, but REPLACE THE DAMAGED BATTERIES WITH NEW ONES. Contact the Service Centre to obtain details about the batteries replacement.
We recall here the RECYCLING RULES for the battery disposal: avoid at any extent to discard the failed batteries along with the normal urban waste, but always ask to a specialized collecting centre for this type of special, polluting waste!
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Users Manual PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS FOR THE STARTUP 1) Before switching ON any unit of the FIREMASTER series, remember to connect the antenna (only for the units fitted with this component) reading carefully the Users manual. 2) The continuous use of a FIREMASTER unit without the antenna properly installed, could lead to severe damage of the internal circuitry!
3) The unit will be switched ON using the safety key or the general power switch. 4) Check immediately as the unit behavior is the correct one described in the Users manual. 5) Should any irregular behavior be noticed or emission of smoke or sparks, SWITCH OFF THE UNIT IMMEDIATELY and DO NOT ATTEMPT A SECOND TIME! ASK IMMEDIATELY THE SERVICE CENTRE!
6) The FIREMASTER units dont have controls, adjustments or commands, nor internal, nor external, to be tuned by the User. In case of failure or apparent malfunction, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE UNITS AND MANIPULATE THE INTERNAL CIRCUITRY!
if not duly authorized by the Service Centre, WILL IMMEDIATELY VOID THE WARRANTY!)
(This operation, E System FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three"
Users Manual CERTIFICATIONS The FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three" SYSTEM is provided with the mandatory CE marking and fulfills all the rules and product directives as required by the Law. In particular the FIREMASTER System has been tested by a "Notified Body" (EUROFINS 0681). The FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three" SYSTEM is COMPLIANT with the following directives:
- ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY: EN 301 489- 3 V1.4.1 (2002) , EN 301 489- 1 V1.6.1 (2005), EN 55014-1 (2001) + A1 (2001) + A2 (2002) +
EN 55014-2 (1997) + A1 (2001) - Rif. R&TTE
- RADIO SECTION: EN 300 220-1 V2.1.1 (04-2006), EN 300 220-2 V2.1.2
(06-2007), EN 50371 (03-2002)- Ref. R&TTE
- ELECTRIC SAFETY: EN 60950-1 (2001) + EN 60950-1/A11 : 2004 - Ref. R&TTE
- FCC CERTIFICATION: CFR47 Part.15 sub B. Par.15.107 and 15.109, Part 15 sub C Par. 15.231 FCC I.D.: SLO-FIREMASTER4KR
(RX48) FCC I.D.: SLO-FIREMASTER4KT
(TX5000) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. receiver is connected. F System FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three"
Users Manual DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby PARENTE FIREWORKS s.r.l Via Oberdan, 107 45037 MELARA (RO) -ITALY declares that this
"SYSTEM FIREMASTER IV Millennium Three composed by the following sub-assemblies:
BASE UNIT TX5000 REMOTE UNIT RX48 EMERGENCY BATTERY PACK BPK 48-A Is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC WARNINGS Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance, could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. G System FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three"
Users Manual WARRANTY PARENTE FIREWORKS s.r.l Via Oberdan, 107 45037 MELARA (RO) -ITALY Tel. ++39-(0)425-89035 Fax ++39-(0)425-89640 www.parente.it www.firemasterplus.com info@parente.it service@firemasterplus.com Manufacturer of the SYSTEM FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three" and its accessories, grants all Units free from manufacturing defects for a period of 12 months from the purchasing date. All Units requiring service within the warranty period, must be sent back to PARENTE FIREWORKS - ITALIA or to an authorized laboratory at Customer's charge. Before sending any Unit or part for servicing under warranty, make sure all procedures described in the present manual have been carefully followed.. ALWAYS CONTACT IN ADVANCE A PARENTE FIREWORKS REPRESENTATIVE TO OBTAIN A WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SERVICE DETAILS. When the Units are sent back for servicing, please send also a short description of failures and problems encountered as well as a description of the ambient and operating conditions existing when the problem occurred. We recall here as ALL BATTERIES are EXCLUDED from the present warranty. H System FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three"
Users Manual SERVICE CENTRE FOR ASSISTANCE For any necessity of technical service (under warranty or not), information about the instruments use, technical support for the FIREMASTER series equipments, please contact:
SERVICE CENTRE FOR ASSISTANCE TO THE FIREMASTER SYSTEM AND RELATED ACCESSORIES ART CAB di Alfredo Coltro Parente Fireworks Service Centre for the FIREMASTER SYSTEM and related accessories ART-CAB Via Garibaldi, 15 - 22078 Carbonate (CO) - ITALY P.IVA 01420480137 Tel. - Fax: +39 - 0331 - 831330 E-MAIL: lucizza@tin.it artcab@coltro-alfredo.191.it service@firemasterplus.com I System FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three"
Users Manual REPAIR CONDITIONS ART-CAB, Authorized Service Centre Parente Fireworks, provides all type of technical service for the Firemaster System units, both under warranty or not, except for any damage due to fraud or negligence. Courtesy Units Should the repair time extend over the reasonable limits, it will be possible to supply (when available) the Customer with a courtesy unit, following a specific request and against payment of a money caution. The caution will be returned upon return of the unit in the original conditions. Repair advancement To obtain information about the repair advancement of your Firemaster Unit, please contact directly the Service Centre at:
+39-0331-831330. Note: before any call to the Service Centre, it is suggested to obtain the serial number of the unit and your Users Code. Both data are available on the label placed on the unit side. Service outside warranty The repair of units no longer covered by warranty, is subject to special conditions. Please check in advance with the Service Centre the conditions (rates, modes and times). Service under warranty The warranty period is 12 months* both for the main units and the accessories, with exception of the batteries of FIRST INSTALLATION having a warranty period of 6 months*. Repair warranty In case of iteration of the same failure after a repair, the Parente Fireworks Authorized Service Centre, offers for all repaired units, a general warranty of 3 months. The warranty is not in addition with eventual other existing warranties
* Excepted any different provision of the law. J System FIREMASTER IV "Millennium Three"
Users Manual GENERAL SALES CONDITIONS IVA (tax) not included. Shipment with our forwarder and shipment costs at users charge (otherwise following specific directives). Package costs at Users charge. Payment: 30% in advance with the order and the remaining upon goods receipt. The company reserves the faculty to vary at any moment the dimensions and shape of its products without prior notice and to make any modifications or improvements following its unobjectionable decision. TECHNICAL SERVICE OF THE FIREMASTER PRODUCTS - GENERAL CONDITIONS The warranty period is 12 months from the goods receipt date. The warranty doesnt cover the consumables, the rechargeable batteries and, in general, any component subject to wear, the failures due to shocks, drop, misuse or abuse, accidental causes or failures due to the transportation. If the warranty seal is removed or tampered, the warranty is immediately void. The repair of the failed units will be performed following the type of problem declared by the User. Any repair under warranty must be expressly requested. The pro-forma invoice must be requested expressly. Payment must be made BEFORE the unit is sent back. REPAIR UNDER WARRANTY The repairs under warranty are always intended in our laboratories upon written authorization For any repair under warranty, it is requested copy of the purchase invoice or shipment document allowing to check the purchase period is within the warranty limits. Should the product sent for repair result in perfect conditions, the Customer will be in any case charged by 25. REPAIR OUTSIDE WARRANTY For any repair not covered by warranty performed in our laboratories and with written authorization, the shipment costs are at Users charge. With limitation to the replaced parts during the repair, the warranty of the repair service is 12 months from the unit collect. Should the product sent for repair result in perfect conditions, the Customer will be in any case charged by 25. REPAIR AT PURCHASER DOOR In case of repair directly to the purchasers address, it will be necessary a written request with full indications of the users data, type of instrument and nature of failure. The cost for the transfer of a specialized technician is related to the urgency of the service requested. If the unit to be serviced should be still covered by warranty, only the repair cost will be not charged. The service time will be calculated from the departure of the technician from the Service Centre until he will be back. The return time will be evaluated on the basis of the time spent the first time. SPARE PARTS AND CONSUMABLES Orders must be sent by letter, mail, e-mail or FAX specifying the part type, the client data, the shipment conditions and the fiscal data for the invoice. The delivery time may vary depending on the availability of the requested item. It is NOT allowed to send back any spare part. Payment will be always at goods receipt, excepted special agreements. K
frequency | equipment class | purpose | ||
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1 | 2009-02-04 | 40.68 ~ 40.68 | DXT - Part 15 Low Power Transceiver, Rx Verified | Original Equipment |
app s | Applicant Information | |||||
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1 | Effective |
2009-02-04
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1 | Applicant's complete, legal business name |
Parente Fireworks Srl
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1 | FCC Registration Number (FRN) |
0011666112
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1 | Physical Address |
Via Oberdan 105
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Melara, N/A 45037
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Italy
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app s | TCB Information | |||||
1 | TCB Application Email Address |
k******@emcc.de
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1 | TCB Scope |
A1: Low Power Transmitters below 1 GHz (except Spread Spectrum), Unintentional Radiators, EAS (Part 11) & Consumer ISM devices
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app s | FCC ID | |||||
1 | Grantee Code |
SLO
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1 | Equipment Product Code |
FIREMASTER4KR
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app s | Person at the applicant's address to receive grant or for contact | |||||
1 | Name |
A****** P****
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1 | Title |
Administrator
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1 | Telephone Number |
00390********
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1 | Fax Number |
00390********
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1 |
a******@parente.it
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app s | Technical Contact | |||||
n/a | ||||||
app s | Non Technical Contact | |||||
n/a | ||||||
app s | Confidentiality (long or short term) | |||||
1 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
1 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
1 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Equipment Class | DXT - Part 15 Low Power Transceiver, Rx Verified | ||||
1 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | FIREMASTER IV REMOTE UNIT | ||||
1 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
1 | Purpose / Application is for | Original Equipment | ||||
1 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Grant Comments | This device and its antenna must be professionally installed. | ||||
1 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
app s | Test Firm Name and Contact Information | |||||
1 | Firm Name |
Prima Ricerca & Sviluppo S.r.l.
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1 | Name |
E******** B******
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1 | Telephone Number |
39-03********
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1 | Fax Number |
39-03********
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1 |
e******@primaricerca.it
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Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 1 | 15C | 40.68000000 | 40.68000000 |
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