dye M3s User manual

2 018 OW N E R ’ S M A N UA L
Fuse Legacy

2 Piece barrel kit
(1) 14” ULs Barrel tip
(1) .684” UL Barrel back
(1) .688” UL Barrel back
• Allen tool set
• 1/4oz slick lube
• Parts kit
• Barrel sock
• Customer support passport
• Software upgrade cable
• Charging cable
• Digital copy of owner’s manual
• Warranty card
INCLUDED WITH YOUR M3S MARKER
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• The M3s marker is not a toy. Misuse may cause serious injury or death.
• Please read, understand and follow the directions in the M3s owner’s manual.
• Eye protection that is designed specifically for paintball and meets ASTM/CE
standards must be worn at all times by user and persons within range.
• Recommend 18 years or older to purchase. Persons under 18 must have adult
supervision.
• Always treat the M3s marker as if it were loaded and able to fire.
• Only use compressed air or nitrogen gas in the M3s marker. DO NOT USE CO2.
• Do not exceed 850 psi input pressure.
• Ensure all screws and components on M3s are tightened and secured before
gassing up.
• Always chronograph the M3s marker before playing paintball.
• Never shoot the M3s marker at velocities in excess of 300 feet per second, or at
velocities greater than local or national laws allow.
• Never look into the barrel or breech area of the M3s when the marker is switched
on and able to fire.
• Always fit a barrel-blocking device to your M3s when not in use on the field of play.
• The owner’s manual should always accompany the product for reference or in
the event of resale and new ownership.
• Do not point the M3s marker at anything that you do not intend to shoot.
• Do not shoot at people, animals, houses, cars or anything not related to the
sport of paintball.
• Do not fire the M3s without the FL-21™ bolt locked in place.
• If you read these instructions and do not fully understand them or are unsure of
your ability to make necessary adjustments properly, call DYE or your local pro
shop for help.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES .......... PAGE 01
QUICK REFERENCE ......................................... PAGE 02
PRISM INTERFACE .......................................... PAGE 03
METHOD OS (MOS) ......................................... PAGE 04
TRAINING MODES .......................................... PAGE 10
SOFTWARE & BOOT SCREEN UPGRADE........................ PAGE 11
POWER SUPPLY ............................................ PAGE 13
EDGE1 TRIGGER ADJUSTMENT............................... PAGE 14
STICKY GRIP ............................................... PAGE 15
FL-21™ BOLT............................................... PAGE 16
HYPER6S PRO™ ............................................ PAGE 18
SHIFTPORT ASA ............................................ PAGE 20
EYE PIPE ANTI CHOP EYES/BALL DETENTS ..................... PAGE 22
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE ................................. PAGE 23
M3S MENU TREE ........................................... PAGE 25
EXPLODED VIEW ........................................... PAGE 26
WARRANTY INFORMATION .................................. PAGE 27
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QUICK REFERENCE
AIR SUPPLY
The M3s should be operated using air/nitrogen gas only. This
air needs to be supplied at a regulated pressure of no more
than 850 psi.
GASSING UP YOUR M3S
Screw in your air system to the Airport and rotate the side
lever counter clockwise until the internal stop is reached.
TURNING ON YOUR M3s
Power up M3s marker.
Note: Be sure to fully charge your M3s marker before first use.
To power on your M3s marker depress and hold the joystick located on the back strap
of the grip frame, for 2 seconds. The LED will illuminate and the boot up screen will be
displayed on the OLED.
The eye system is automatically powered on during boot up.
To turn the eyes on or off, press and hold the joystick downward for 2 seconds.
Blue: Boot sequence
Red: Breech is clear, no ball (eyes on)
Green: Ball in breech, ready to fire (eyes on)
Blinking Red: Eyes are off
Blinking Green: Eye failure
HOPPER
To get the best performance out of your M3s, it is recommended that you use a motorized
loader. Preferably, the R-2™ Loader.
BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
The M3s marker uses a rechargeable battery.
To access the M3s’s charging port open the dust cover labeled USB on the upper left side
of the grip. Lift and rotate the cover out of the way.
In order charge your M3s marker, simply use any standard micro USB cable and power
supply. A micro USB cable is provided with the marker.
Plug the full size USB end of the cable into any standard power supply adapter (car
charger, wall charger, computer, etc.) See page 12 in manual for complete battery detail.
LED LIGHT COLOR INDEX-CHARGING
Blinking Blue: Charging up to 95%
Blinking Green: Charging up to 95% - 99%
Solid Green: 100% charged
BASIC VELOCITY ADJUSTMENT
The velocity is CONTROLLED through the Hyper6s Pro™ regulator. The Hyper6s Pro™ is
preset from the factory at approximately 115 psi. This pressure setting should have the
marker shooting at about 285fps. Your paint-to-barrel fit will also have a noticeable effect
on your velocity.
You can adjust your velocity through the
Hyper6s Pro™regulator, located in the fore
grip. To adjust the velocity, insert a 3/16”
Allen wrench into the bottom of the fore
grip.
Turning the Allen wrench clockwise, or in,
will lower the output pressure, decreasing
the velocity. Turning the adjustment screw
counterclockwise, or out, will raise the
output pressure, increasing the velocity.
• A LOW BATTERY WILL NOT BE ABLE TO POWER BOTH THE ACE EYE AND
THE TRIGGER SWITCH, CAUSING ACE EYE FAILURE.
• IF THE BATTERY IS LOW, IT MAY NOT BE ABLE TO POWER THE SOLENOID
CORRECTLY. THIS WILL AFFECT THE M3S’S VELOCITY, CAUSING IT TO
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THE PRISM INTERFACE AND METHOD OS AIR
The massive 1 inch, full color, high resolution OLED screen, combined with the 5-way
Joystick provides simple control of the M3s. Intuitive navigation gives you access to DYE’s
Method Operating System. Prism is an intuitive interface, for an advanced operating
system. The joystick control index will help you become quickly familiarized with
interfacing with the Method Operating System.
Dye’s new MOS gives the operator unparalleled access to precision tuning, vital
performance feedback, and service reports. Not only does the new operating system take
the M3s’s performance to the next level, it also actively tracks important sub systems to
make sure our marker is kept running at its best. Customize nearly every aspect of the
M3s to your exact playing specifications. With 5 different customizable player profiles
you’ll be ready for any environment, and rule book.
PRISM INTERFACE
V3 .01 .1
POWER ON
Press and hold the center of the joystick for 2 seconds. The M3s
will boot up, during the boot up process the boot screen will be
displayed. After boot up, the board will enter the Play screen. The
gun is now ready to be fired.
POWER OFF
Press and hold the center of the joystick for 2 seconds. The board
will automatically shut down if the marker is not used for a set
period of time. You can adjust the auto shut off time. See Auto
Shut Off under Data Settings (page 7).
LED LIGHT COLOR INDEX
Blue: Boot sequence
Red: Breech is clear, no ball detected inside the M3s (eye is on)
Green: Ball in breech, ready to fire (eye is on)
Blinking Red: Eye is turned off
Blinking Green: Eye failure, eye is blocked or dirty (see M3s Eye,
page 22).
To turn the eyes off, press and hold the joystick down for 2 seconds
until the light begins flashing red.
NOTE: You are able to force the M3s to fire with eyes on
and no ball in the breech. To do so, depress and hold the
trigger for 1 second.
BOOT UP SCREEN
The boot screen will be displayed for 4 seconds. You can select
between 4 pre-set screens or you can download your own personal
boot screen. See the Select Boot Screen section under Data
settings (see page 6).
SOFTWARE VERSION
The software version is displayed at the bottom of the standard
boot screens. The software version will not be displayed on custom
boot screens.
5-WAY
JOYSTICK
CONTROL
INDEX
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
55
ENTER PROFILE
SELECTION
DISPLAY
(HOLD FOR 2 SEC)
GAME
TIMER
START/STOP
(TAP)
SYSTEMS
CHECK
(TAP)
EYES ON/OFF
(HOLD FOR 2 SEC)
POWER
ON/OFF
(HOLD FOR 2 SEC)
GAME
TIMER
RESET
(HOLD FOR
2 SEC)
SELECT
PROFILE
(TAP)
ENTER
SETTING
ADJUSTMENT
MENU
(HOLD FOR 2 SEC)
SCROLL
UP
(TAP)
VALUE
UP
(TAP)
EXIT TO
PROFILE
SELECT
(HOLD FOR 2 SEC)
NO
FUNCTION
SCROLL DOWN
(TAP)
NO
FUNCTION
RETURN
TO PLAY
MODE
(HOLD FOR 2 SEC)
SHOT
TRACKER
RESET
(HOLD FOR
2 SEC)
PLAY MODE PROFILE SELECTION
DISPLAY
SETTING ADJUSTMENT
MENUS
SCROLL RIGHT
THROUGH MENU
(TAP)
VALUE DOWN
(TAP)
SCROLL LEFT
THROUGH MENU
(TAP)
SELECT
SETTING
TO ADJUST
(TAP)
SAVE
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AVERAGE RATE
OF FIRE
DWELL SETTING
SERVICE SCHEDULE
SELECTED PROFILE
ANTI BOLT STICK
STATUS
PEAK RATE
OF FIRE
SHOT COUNTER
HYPER6S PRO
PRESSURE
BATTERY LEVEL
BT CONNECTION
STATUS
COUNT DOWN
GAME TIMER
FIRING MODE
TOURNAMENT LOCK
SELECTED PROFILE
SHOT COUNTER
RATE OF FIRE
EYE SYSTEM STATUS
PLAY SCREEN
You are able to select between 3 play screens depending on what information you wish
to have displayed. Option 1 is the default setting, for more play screen options see Select
Play Mode Screen under Data Settings (page 6).
SYSTEMS CHECK SCREEN
From the Play screen you can quickly access the Systems Check screen by pressing the
Joystick LEFT. The Systems Check screen gives you a quick overview of your gun’s primary
operating settings and service status. The screen will automatically return to the Play Screen
after 10 sec.
METHOD OPERATING SYSTEM (MOS)
PROFILE SELECTION
To enter into Profile Selection screen press and hold the joystick UP
for 2 seconds. This will take you to the profile selection screen. Scroll
up and down to hi-lite the profile you wish to select. Press the CENTER
of the joystick to select the highlited profile. The selected profile is
indicated in the upper right corner.
There are 5 fully adjustable profiles and 1 locked Factory default profile.
Once you have selected your desired profile press and hold UP on the
joystick to return to Play Mode screen, or press and hold the CENTER of
the joystick to enter into the Settings Adjustment menu.
SETTINGS ADJUSTMENT
Enter settings adjustment menu from the profile selection screen, after
selecting the profile you wish to adjust press and hold the CENTER of
the joystick. Scroll left and right to display either Performance or Data
settings. Press the center of the joystick to select the displayed category.
Settings are separated into two categories: Performance and Data.
PERFORMANCE SETTINGS will affect the M3s’s shooting
performance. These settings are not adjustable when the tournament
lock is on.
DATA SETTINGS are for reviewing collected data, display controls,
and system parameters.
Scroll left or right to display menu options.
Press the center of the joystick to select the displayed menu option.
Once selected the setting’s values can be adjusted using the joystick.
Once the desired value or setting has been entered Press the center
of the joystick to save the value, and continue scrolling through menu
options.
NOTE: To exit scroll till the “exit” screen appears and then
press the center of the Joystick. At any point you can
also press and hold the Joystick UP to exit to the Profile
selection screen.
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PERFORMANCE SETTINGS
DWELL
Values 12 - 20 (Factory Default 16)
Dwell is the amount of time, in milliseconds, that the solenoid is
activated for each shot. Setting the dwell too high will decrease max
rate of fire, setting the Dwell to low will not be sufficient to ensure the
optimal velocity.
16.0
GAME CLOCK
Set countdown game timer. (Default 2:30) To operate game timer in
play mode press the joystick right to start and stop the game timer,
Press and hold the joystick right for 2 seconds to reset.
TRIGGER SENSITIVITY
Values 1 - 20 (Factory Default 3)
Trigger sensitivity is the amount of time that the trigger must be
released before the next trigger pull is allowed.
1 2 . 5
RATE OF FIRE
Values 5.0 - 18.0 (Factory Default 12.5 bps)
The ROF setting is used to set the maximum rate of fire. ROF is
adjustable by 1/10th per second.
SEMI-AUTO
OUTLAW
FIRE MODE
(Factory Default Semi-Auto)
Choose between 5 different fire modes:
Semi-Auto: One trigger pull = one shot
Millennium/ NXL Ramp: Compliant with Millennium series rules
Burst: Compliant with PSP series rules
Full Auto: Continuous fire with trigger depressed after 3rd trigger pull
Outlaw: Customize PPS, pulls to start, burst of ramp. Select Outlaw mode
and follow prompts to customize fire mode
06
ABS
Anti Bolt Stick - Values off-10(Factory Default 6)
ABS is the amount of time, in Milliseconds, that the dwell is increased
for the first shot after a period time of no shots. This is to help prevent
bolt stick, and first shot drop off.
20
ABS WAIT TIME
Values 10-90 seconds in increments of 5 sec (Factory Default 20)
ABS wait time is the time, in seconds, that must expire between shots
before the ABS activated.
EYE DELAY
Values 01-20 (Factory Default 3)
Eye Delay is the amount of time, in milliseconds, that the eyes must
read a paintball in the breach before the M3s is allowed to fire. This
helps to prevent ball chop in the breach. It is recommended to increase
the Eye Delay for slower feeding loaders.
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CAP : BPS
LOCKED
1 2 . 5
Burst
DATA SETTINGS
CUSTOMIZE PROFILE NAME
(Factory Defaults P1-P5, Factory)
Personalize each Profile with a distinct name to help identify them. Move the joystick up and down to scroll through letters
numbers and special typescript. Move the joystick left and right to change the next character.
LOCKED
CAP : BPS 12 . 5
Burst
LOCKED
CAP : BPS 12 . 5
Burst
V3 .01 .1 V3 .01 .1 V3 .01 .1
V3 .01 .1
Space saved for
Custom Boot Screen
See manual for
download instructions
M2cbs1
Space saved for
Custom Boot Screen
See manual for
download instructions
M2cbs2
Space saved for
Custom Boot Screen
See manual for
download instructions
M2cbs3
SELECT PLAY SCREEN
Values 1-6 (Factory Default 1)
Select the best play mode screen for your style of play.
SELECT BOOT SCREEN
Select your favorite Boot screen from the 4 pre-set options, or download your our own personalized boot screen. For directions on how to download
a custom boot screen see the programing section on page 12. All standard boot screens display software version.
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DATA SETTINGS
SHOT
TRACKER
MODE
SETTINGS
SHOT TRACKER
The shot tracker helps you monitor your paint consumption during a game or a day. Choose between
countdown and sum track. The Shot tracker can be set to zero from the Data settings menu, and reset from
the play mode screen. To reset from the Play mode screen press and hold the joystick left for 2 seconds.
When you select countdown track in the data settings menu you will be prompted to enter your how much
paint you will start with. Tap joystick up and down to adjust. When desired count is displayed tap center of
joystick to save. Once you exit to the play screen every shot will be tracked.
SHOT
TRACKER
MODE :
COUNTDOWN
SHOT
TRACKER
MODE :
SUM
TOTAL SHOT COUNTER
The total Shot Counter cannot be re-set, it is used to monitor systems and service schedules. The total Shot
Counter also indicates that the gun was tested at the factory prior to shipping. It is also a strong indicator of
how much use the M3s has seen in its life.
HOLD FOR 2 SEC
TAP TWICE
HOLD FOR 2 SEC
TAP TWICE
POWER OFF OPERATION
Sellect how to power your M3s off. How do you prefer to power down your M3s? Choose between double tap
or the standard press and hold
QUICK DRAW POWER UP
Under the right side of the UL sticky grip you will find a 2 button dip switch. Dip switch #1 controls the quick
draw power up feature. With Dip switch #2 in the down position your gun is ready to fire the moment the LED
lights up.
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AUTO SHUT OFF
Values 10 – 60 min (Factory Default 10 min)
The board will automatically shut down if the marker is not used for a
set period of time. You can adjust the shut off time.
RESET
RATE OF FIRE PEAK/AVERAGE
The peak rate of fire is the shortest amount of time between any two
shots in a stream of shots.
The average rate of fire is the average ROF in a stream of shots.
SCREEN BRIGHTNESS
Control the screen brightness for better visibility of the screen
SCREEN SLEEP
Values 15 sec - 10 min (Factory Default 1 min)
The screen will go to sleep after a predetermined amount of time. This
is to conserve battery life when playing. To activate the screen tap the
Joystick in any direction.
AUDIO
(Factory Default ON)
turn the sound off or on for navigation . The game timer alarm cannot
be turned off.
P.S.I.
115 130
90
PRESSURE GAUGES
The M3s is equipped with an internal pressure sensor that monitors the
operating pressure in the marker. Once the Gauge screen is displayed
press the center of the joystick to get a live reading. The screen will
read “Processing” before displaying the operating pressure. When
done, press the center of the joystick, and continue to scroll through the
Data Settings menu.
- To exit the live reading screen press the center of the Joystick again.
- Operating pressure will vary depending on weather conditions, paint
size, and desired velocity.
- Use the color coded gauge to help keep your M3s within standard
operating levels.
- Operating Pressure should be set between 90 psi and 140 psi.
- For adjustment instructions see page 18.
P.S.I.
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90
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SERVICE SYSTEM
ON
RESET TO DEFAULT
At any time you can reset the profile you are in to Factory Default
settings.
The Service system tracks shots fired and when the major components
of your marker need to be serviced. You can adjust your service
schedule based on weather and playing conditions. More severe
conditions will require service more often.
To adjust service schedule, scroll to desired service screen. Press the
joystick to unlock the screen for adjustment. Scroll up or down to
desired service schedule. Press joystick to select and save.
When one or more systems are due for service a red “Service” icon will
flash over your play mode screen.
Access the Service System to view what needs service. After service is
performed reset the components system monitor.
To reset any of the service schedules, scroll to the desired service
screen, and press the Joystick to unlock the screen for adjustment.
Scroll Down to “Reset” and Press the joystick. This will reset the service
monitor for the displayed system. If you perform service prior to
receiving a service alert you can re set the service monitors at that time
as well.
BOLT 4,000 or 8,000 shots
HYPER6S PRO 75,000 or 100,000 shots
NOTE: You are given the option to deactivate the Service System. If the Service System is
deactivated you will not be alerted when service is due. We highly recommend you keep
Service System activated in order to help ensure the M3s gets regular maintenance.
1/5
ZERO-START
COUNT
2/5
3/5
4/5
SERVICE DUE
BEFORE SERVICING YOUR MARKER:
• MAKE SURE TO REMOVE THE BARREL FROM THE M3S.
• MAKE SURE YOUR HOPPER IS REMOVED FROM THE M3S.
• MAKE SURE THERE ARE NO PAINTBALLS IN THE BREECH OF THE M3S.
• ALWAYS RELIEVE ALL RESIDUAL GAS PRESSURE FROM THE M3S BEFORE
COMMENCING ANY DISASSEMBLY.
• THE M3S CAN HOLD A SMALL RESIDUAL CHARGE OF GAS, AFTER THE AIR
SUPPLY HAS BEEN REMOVED. ALWAYS DISCHARGE THE MARKER IN A SAFE
DIRECTION TO RELIEVE THIS RESIDUAL GAS PRESSURE.
• THE M3S IS NOT WATER RESISTANT. EXCESS MOISTURE WILL CAUSE
DAMAGE TO ELECTRONIC PARTS.
• KEEP THE BOARD AND ALL ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CLEAN OF DIRT,
PAINT AND MOISTURE.
• TO CLEAN THE BOARD, USE CANNED AIR. IF A MORE AGGRESSIVE
CLEANING METHOD IS NEEDED, LIGHTLY SCRUB THE COMPONENTS WITH
A SOFT, DRY BRUSH. HEAVY SCRUBBING WILL DAMAGE THE BOARD.
RESET
100000 SHOTS
75000 SHOTS
HIGH PRESSURE
RESET
8000 SHOTS
4000 SHOTS
FUSE BOLT
RESET
100000 SHOTS
75000 SHOTS
SERVICE!!
HIGH PRESSURE
RESET
8000 SHOTS
4000 SHOTS
SERVICE!!
FUSE BOLT
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TRAINING MODES
The M3s has 3 training drills to help you hone your skills. Access the training mode in the settings adjustment menu. Scroll left or right to reach the Training Mode
screen. Press the Center of the joystick to select. Scroll Left or Right to select the training mode of your choice. With the Desired Drill screen displayed press the center
of the joystick to start the drill.
TRAINING MODE STATISTICS
To see how you are progressing on your training you can review your
last 10 sets for each drill under Training Mode Statistics.
BREAKOUT DRILL
Designed to help improve speed and accuracy when standing and
shooting from the starting box.
• Line up at the starting box, with a designated target down field.
Press the joystick and wait for the beep.
• On the beep turn, aim, and fire 10 shots (the M3s will only allow 10
shots to be fired). When you reach 10 shots the M3s will beep twice.
• On the double beep reset at the starting box and wait for the next
single beep.
• Repeat 5 times to complete 1 set.
• At the end of the 5th rep the M3s will beep 3 times and display your
fastest, slowest, and average response time it took you to turn and
shoot 10 balls.
SNAPSHOT DRILL
Designed to improve speed, accuracy, and muscle memory when snap
shooting from behind cover.
• Set up behind any bunker with a designated target down field.
From behind the bunker press the joystick and wait for the beep.
• On the beep lean out from behind cover, aim, shoot one ball (the M3s
will only allow one ball to be fired), and return to cover.
• Wait for the next beep and repeat.
• You will repeat 10 times to complete one set.
• At the end of the 10th rep the M3s will beep 3 times, display your
fastest, slowest, and average time it took you to shoot one ball.
RATE OF FIRE DRILL
Designed to help with trigger speed. This drill is to be used without
paint or air. Practice your finger speed without causing additional wear
to your marker.
• Wait for beep.
• Pull trigger as fast as possible.
• The drill will track how fast you can pull the trigger, and report after
each string of shots your fastest, slowest, and average BPS during
the string.
TOURNAMENT LOCK
Under the right side of the UL sticky grip you will find a 2 button dip
switch. Dip switch #1 controls the tournament lock. On the play mode
screen there is a pad lock icon located in the lower right corner. This
pad lock icon indicates whether the tournament lock is engaged or not.
When the tournament lock is engaged settings that could affect the
gun’s performance will be labeled “locked” and will not be able to be
adjusted until the tournament lock is turned off.
STAT S
LAST 10 SET
(SEC)
STAT S
LAST 10 SET
(BPS)
Note: the #1 dip switch has no function.
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SOFTWARE UPGRADE
Periodically DYE will release new updated software for the M3s.
The new software will be available on www.dyeM3s.com, and
www.dyepaintball.com
TO UPDATE YOUR M3S’s OPERATING SYSTEM FOLLOW
THESE SIMPLE DIRECTIONS.
• Save the new operating software to your Customer Support Passport,
or any standard flash drive.
• Plug the flash drive into the upgrade cable (supplied with your M3s).
• Plug the cable into your M3s, use the same port you use to charge
your battery.
• To access the M3s’s micro USB port open the dust cover labeled
USB on the upper left side of the grip. Lift and rotate the cover out of
the way.
• Scroll down and select upgrade software.
• Power on your M3s, the USB sync screen will be displayed.
• Press the center of the joystick to initiate the upgrade process.
• Confirm you wish to upgrade the software.
• The system will begin to upgrade the software.
• This may take several minutes.
• Do not unplug the cable until you are prompted to do so.
• Once the cable has been unplugged the board will
automatically power off. This signifies the upgrade is done,
and the M3s is ready for use.
Upgrade
Cable
UPGRADE M3s
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CUSTOM BOOT SCREEN INSTALL
You can customize the boot screen on your M3s with any photo you like. The full color
provides remarkable detail and image resolution. Before you can download a photo onto
the board it will first need to be converted to a .bmp file sized 128 x 128 pixels. You can use
any number of free online programs such as the one listed below to convert your photo.
WEB LINK: http://image.online-convert.com/convert-to-bmp
• Choose the file you wish to convert.
• Change size to 128 pixels x 128 pixels.
• Click convert file.
• The .bmp files must be saved with specific file name so that the M3s
can accurately identify and store them.
Custom boot screen #1 FILE NAME = m2scbs1
Custom boot screen #2 FILE NAME = m2scbs2
Custom boot screen #3 FILE NAME = m2scbs3
• Each free boot screen space is labeled with the associated file name.
• Save new .bmp file to your Customer Support Passport or any
standard flash drive.
• Plug the flash drive into the upgrade cable (supplied with your M3s).
• Plug the cable into your M3s, use the same port you use to charge
your battery.
• To access the M3s’s micro USB port open the dust cover labeled USB on
the upper left side of the grip. Lift and rotate the cover out of the way.
• Power on your M3s, the USB sync screen will be displayed.
• Press the Center of the joystick to initiate the upgrade process.
• Select Upgrade Custom Boot Screen.
• Confirm you wish to Upgrade Custom Boot Screen.
• The system will begin to download the file.
• Do not unplug the cable until you are prompted to do so.
• Once the cable has been unplugged the board will automatically
power off. This signifies the upgrade is done, and the M3s is ready
for use.
• Power up M3s. Access Select Boot Screen in the Data settings menu
and select your new custom boot screen.
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• A LOW BATTERY WILL NOT BE ABLE TO POWER BOTH THE ACE EYE AND THE TRIGGER
SWITCH, CAUSING ACE EYE FAILURE.
• IF THE BATTERY IS LOW, IT MAY NOT BE ABLE TO POWER THE SOLENOID CORRECTLY.
THIS WILL AFFECT THE M3S’S VELOCITY, CAUSING IT TO BECOME INCONSISTENT
AND/OR LOW.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
The M3s comes standard with a lithium ion rechargeable battery. The battery is housed
in the grip frame, on the right side under the sticky grip. There is no need to access the
battery at any time. Charging is done through the micro USB port located on the upper
left side of the sticky grip.
NOTE: Be sure to fully charge your M3s marker before first use.
BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
To access the M3s’s charging port open the dust cover labeled USB on the upper left side
of the grip. Lift and rotate the cover out of the way.
In order to charge your M3s marker, simply use any standard micro USB cable and power
supply. A micro USB cable is provided with the marker.
Plug the full size USB end of the cable into any standard power supply adapter (car
charger, wall charger, computer, etc.).
LED LIGHT COLOR INDEX-CHARGING
Blinking Blue: Charging up to 95%
Blinking Green: Charging up to 95% - 99%
Solid Green: 100% charged
LOW BATTERY
When the battery level drops below 30% the low battery alert icon
will flash instead of the play screen. When this occurs the battery
should be charged as soon as possible to prevent improper function.
WIRELESS INDUCTIVE CHARGING
The M3s can now be charged by wireless inductive charging. Simply set the M3s logo on
the right side of the grip on DYE wireless charging base or any standard charging base.
BATTERY LEVEL CHART
95% - 100%
70% - 94%
30% - 69%
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ADJUSTING YOUR REACH
TRIGGER
The trigger’s travel and reach
angle are fully adjustable so that
you can fine-tune the trigger
to your preference. You do not
need to remove the frame or grip
from the gun in order to make an
adjustment to the trigger.
There are two adjustment
screws located on the left side
of the Ultralite frame and one
adjustment screw behind the
trigger. The two screws on the
side of the frame adjust the travel
of the trigger.
The one located behind the
trigger will adjust the magnet’s
strength.
TO ADJUST TRIGGER TRAVEL
Use a 5⁄6 4 ” Allen wrench to make the desired adjustments.
• The bottom screw (1) controls the forward travel. Screwing it in will shorten the trigger’s
length of pull.
NOTE: IF THIS SCREW IS ADJUSTED TOO FAR, THE SWITCH WILL BE HELD
DOWN AT ALL TIMES AND THE MARKER WILL NOT FIRE.
• The top screw (2) controls the over travel. By turning this screw you can adjust how
far the trigger will travel after it reaches the firing point.
NOTE: IF THIS SCREW IS ADJUSTED TOO FAR, THE TRIGGER WILL NOT BE
ALLOWED TO TRAVEL FAR ENOUGH TO DEPRESS THE SWITCH AND FIRE THE
MARKER.
TO ADJUST MAGNET STRENGTH
• Use a 5 ⁄ 6 4 ” Allen wrench to make the desired adjustment. Insert the Allen wrench
through the hole behind the trigger blade (3).
• To make the trigger pull stronger, turn the Allen wrench clockwise or in.
• To make the trigger pull weaker, turn the Allen wrench counterclockwise or out.
ULTRALITE REACH TRIGGER
The M3s has an external reach angle adjustment for the Ultralite trigger.
This adjustment changes the angle that the trigger blade sits without affecting the trigger
activation point.
TO ADJUST TRIGGER REACH
To adjust, simply loosen the two 6-32 screws (4) using a 1/16” Allen wrench. You do not
have to remove the screws from the trigger. Now the front of the trigger should rotate freely
while the back of the trigger remains relatively stationary. When the desired trigger angle
has been achieved, tighten the two 6-32 screws snugly. Be careful not to over tighten and
strip the Allen wrench or screws.
REACH TRIGGER ADJUSTMENT
BE SURE THE TRIGGER IS NOT ADJUSTED TO THE POINT
WHERE IT IS TOO SENSITIVE AND MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTAL
DISCHARGE OF THE MARKER.
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INSTALL STICKY TOOL-LESS GRIPS
• Slide the Sticky grip on to the frame from the rear.
• Press the locking tabs under the molded finger groves into the corresponding slots on the frame’s front strap.
• Pull the top of the grip panel back in order to allow the front top locking hook to drop into the frame.
• Push the top of the grip panel forward to lock the top front hook into place.
• Press down on the upper rear corner to seat the upper retaining post into position.
STICKY GRIP REMOVAL
1. Pull the upper back corner of the grips
away from the gripframe with your thumb.
Allowing the rear tab to clear the frame.
3. The top portion of the grips should now
be free from the gripframe.
2. While pulling with your thumb, use your
index finger, to push the grips toward you.
5. Pull the grip forward and down. 6. In doing so, you will have released the
last three locking tabs that are under the
molded finger grooves.
7. Repeat instructions for reverse side and
slide the grips off the frame.
4. Grab a hold of the inside of the grips with
your fingers, using your palm on the outside
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FL-21™ ENGINE OPERATION
To achieve top performance from your M3s, it is important to understand the basic
operation of the M3s’ F-21™ engine.
The design consists of 2 independently moving parts; the bolt and the valve.
The F-21 engine has 5 components:
1Cylinder
2Bolt
3Valve Core
4Top Hat
5Valve Can
The air used to cycle the bolt is supplied to the front of the bolt sail through the holes at
the front of the cylinder. To fire, this air is vented and air is added behind the second seal
on the cylinder which pushes on the back of the bolt sail to drive it forward.
The F-21’s valve system is the most advanced on the market. Air is supplied from the
regulator through the holes in the valve can to the back of the valve sail. Air is selectively
supplied to the shot chamber through the solenoid. Upon firing, the shot chamber
provides air to fire the ball. When it drops below the designed pressure, the pressure
behind the valve sail drives the valve forward trapping air in the shot chamber. This highly
advanced system is self-tuning, the board dwell setting should not need adjusted under
normal circumstances.
NOTE: LOW OR ERRATIC VELOCITY MAY BE DUE TO A LOW BATTERY NOT
SUPPLYING AMPLE ELECTRICAL CURRENT TO THE SOLENOID. IN THIS CASE,
CHARGE THE BATTERY.
FL-21™ENGINE ASSEMBLY AND MAINTENANCE
WHEN SERVICING YOUR MARKER:
• MAKE SURE YOUR HOPPER IS REMOVED FROM THE M3S.
• MAKE SURE THERE ARE NO PAINTBALLS IN THE BREACH OF THE M3S.
• ALWAYS REMOVE THE AIR SUPPLY AND RELIEVE ALL GAS PRESSURE IN THE
M3S BEFORE DISASSEMBLY.
• WHEN USING THE MARKER IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 50° FAHRENHEIT IT MAY
BE NECESSARY TO LUBE THE FL-21™ BOLT MORE FREQUENTLY.
• THE M3S CAN HOLD A SMALL RESIDUAL CHARGE OF GAS, AFTER THE AIR
SUPPLY HAS BEEN REMOVED. ALWAYS DISCHARGE THE MARKER IN A SAFE
DIRECTION TO RELIEVE THIS RESIDUAL GAS PRESSURE.
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BOLT MAINTENANCE
Regular FL-21™ bolt maintenance is vital to the performance of the M3s. If
the FL-21™ bolt is not kept well greased and the O-rings in good shape, the
performance of the M3s will be greatly hindered.
The M3s software tracks how many shots the marker has fired, and will
alert you when service is due. A red service icon will flash over the playing
screen. See service system on page 8 for more info.
USE DYE UL SLICK LUBE TO GREASE THE M3S FL-21™ ENGINE
AFTER EVERY 4,000 TO 8,000 SHOTS, DEPENDING ON PLAYING
CONDITIONS. CHECK CONDITION OF O-RINGS. BE SURE THE FL-21
BOLT CAN MOVE BACK AND FORTH WITHOUT EXCESSIVE FORCE.
To remove the bolt, grab the bolt back cap with your right hand. Push the
bolt release button, located on the left side of the bolt back cap, with your
thumb. With the bolt release button depressed pull firmly back on the bolt.
BEFORE INSTALLING THE BOLT INTO THE MARKER, BE SURE ALL
BOLT COMPONENTS ARE SCREWED TOGETHER SNUGLY.
If you do not grease the bolt, you will run the risk of damaging O-rings. This
will create excessive friction and drag on the bolt, ultimately resulting in
breaking the bolt. When greasing the M3s FL-21™ bolt, pay special attention
to all O-rings that are on the bolt and that ride on a surface of the bolt.
FL-21™ENGINE ASSEMBLY AND MAINTENANCE
FL-21™ ENGINE O-RING LIST (COLOR CODED)
#011 - BN70 Valve tip o-ring
#012 - BN70 Valve guide o-ring
#013 - BN70 Rear bumper
#014 - BN70 Bolt tip o-ring
#015 - BN70 Valve core rear o-ring
#016 - BN70 Bolt sail, rear top hat , valve core front o-rings
#017 - BN70 Cylinder, front top hat o-rings
#020 - BN70 Outer sleeve o-rings

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1. 007 UR90 o-ring
2. 014 BN70 o-ring
3. Reg body
4. Attachment screw
5. Piston
6. Main spring
7. 015BN70 o-ring (3 pieces)
8. Cartridge top cap
BASIC VELOCITY ADJUSTMENT
ADJUSTMENTS
The Hyper6s regulator controls your velocity.
It is pre-set at approximately 115 psi. This will enable your gun to shoot about 285 FPS. The
M3s’s velocity will be affected by paint size, weather conditions, altitude and other factors.
To adjust your velocity use a 3/16” Allen wrench and insert it into the bottom of the fore grip
where the Hyper6s reg is located.
To lower the velocity turn the Allen wrench clockwise (inward),
this will decrease the pressure.
To raise the velocity turn the Allen wrench counter clockwise (outward)
this will increase the pressure.
Each 1/3 turn will change the Hyper6s reg output Pressure by approximately 15PSI.
The M3s is equipped with an internal pressure sensor for the Hyper6s. You are able to view
your Hyper6s reg pressure at any time on the OLED screen. The Pressure readings can be
viewed by entering into the Data Settings Menu and scrolling to the Pressure Gauge Screen
(see page 7), or while in the Playing Screen you can press the joystick left and the Systems
Check screen will appear for 10 seconds and display your M3s’s PSI reading, along with other
information about the M3s’s operating system (see page 4).
HYPER6S PRO™GAS THRU REGULATOR
• THE HYPER6S™ CAN HOLD A SMALL RESIDUAL CHARGE OF GAS, TYPICALLY 1 SHOT.
ALWAYS DISCHARGE THE MARKER IN A SAFE DIRECTION TO RELIEVE THIS RESIDUAL
GAS PRESSURE.
• EXCESSIVE DIRT AND DEBRIS CAN AFFECT THE HYPER6S™’S PERFORMANCE AND
INCREASE THE NEED FOR SERVICE.
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9. Cartridge body
10. 008UR90 o-ring
11. Seat retainer
12. Purging reg seat
13. Check valve
14. Check valve spring
15. Adjustment screw
16. 010BN70 o-ring
17. Rubber retaining ring
HYPER6S PRO COMPONENT LIST