Explo X2 Wave Flamer User manual

X2 Wave Flamer
Manual 2.0
As of December 2018
Software version v1.59
explo GmbH –Völkermarkterstrasse 240, 9020 Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Österreich
wwww.explo.at [email protected] +43(0)463/3224

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PREAMBLE
Dear Explo customer,
Please read through these instructions carefully before using the devices. It contains many
informations which will help you in getting to know your system.
Reading through this manual will support you in a
responsible use of this product.
We ask you to follow the safety- and usage tips provided by us.
Should you have any questions, or should there be any unclarities, which this manual cannot answer,
please do not hesitate to contact us vie E-Mail or by phone.
We hope you'll have fun with your new ignition system,
Your Explo Team

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INDEX
1 Overview of the X2 Wave Flamer......................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Function of the Wave Flamer......................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Areas of usage and possibilities .................................................................................................... 5
2 Receipt of goods................................................................................................................................... 5
3 Components of the X2 Wave Flamer................................................................................................... 6
3.1 Standard-Variant (Front)................................................................................................................ 6
3.2 Standard variant (TOP).................................................................................................................. 7
3.3 Head Variant without internal pumping unit (Front)....................................................................... 8
3.4 Head Variant without internal pumping unit (Side) ........................................................................ 9
3.5 Description of Components ......................................................................................................... 10
4 Menu items......................................................................................................................................... 13
4.1 Main menu ................................................................................................................................... 13
4.2 Wave Flamer Settings.................................................................................................................. 18
4.3 DMX-Settings............................................................................................................................... 23
5 General, Definitions............................................................................................................................ 24
5.1 Definition audience side............................................................................................................... 24
5.2 Definition Positions ...................................................................................................................... 25
6 Planning an preparing a show............................................................................................................ 25
7 Positioning and preparation at the show location............................................................................... 26
7.1 Positioning of the devices............................................................................................................ 26
7.2 Power supply ............................................................................................................................... 26
7.3 Preparing for the show................................................................................................................. 27
8 Controling the X2 Wave Flamers - Generals...................................................................................... 27
8.1 Activation...................................................................................................................................... 27
8.2 Switching off................................................................................................................................. 27
9 Manual control via radio ..................................................................................................................... 28
9.1 Preparing the manual ignition mode............................................................................................ 28
10 Automatic control via radio (AutoShow)........................................................................................... 29
10.1 Preparing the automatic ignition mode (AutoShow) .................................................................. 29

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10.2 Preparing the ShowCreator Software........................................................................................ 29
10.3 Setting ignition cues................................................................................................................... 31
10.4 Selecting an effect ..................................................................................................................... 32
10.5 Group boxes .............................................................................................................................. 33
10.6 Designating and using groups in the ShowCreator ................................................................... 34
10.7 Setting an opening time............................................................................................................. 39
10.8 Calculating the drive time........................................................................................................... 41
10.9 Transferring the show to your devices....................................................................................... 41
11 Control via DMX 512 ........................................................................................................................ 41
11.1 Preparing the DMX-512-Mode................................................................................................... 42
11.2 DMX-channels ........................................................................................................................... 42
11.3 Igniting via DMX......................................................................................................................... 46
12 Control via Easy-DMX ...................................................................................................................... 46
12.1 Preparing the Easy-DMX-Mode................................................................................................. 46
12.2 DMX-channels ........................................................................................................................... 47
13 Safety................................................................................................................................................ 48
13.1 Angle blockers ........................................................................................................................... 48
13.2 Safety features........................................................................................................................... 49
13.3 Safety recommendation............................................................................................................. 50
13.4 Safety hints ................................................................................................................................ 50
13.5 Recommended safety distances................................................................................................ 51
14 Storage and maintenance ................................................................................................................ 52
15 Technical data .................................................................................................................................. 53
16 Accessories (available separately)................................................................................................... 53
17 Informations for useable fluids ......................................................................................................... 53
18 Software updates.............................................................................................................................. 54

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1 OVERVIEW OF THE X2 WAVE FLAMER
1.1 FUNCTION OF THE WAVE FLAMER
The flame projector X2 Wave Flamer is an effect device, used to create a moving flame effect of up to
10m height, and a vertical swivel radius of 210°.
The X2 Wave Flamer uses liquid fuels, like ISOPAR, Bioethanol or Isopropylalcohol, which are stored
in an internal canister, and sucked into the system by an integrated pumping unit. A motorized swivel
head ejects the fluid into the preferred direction.
The X2 Wave Flamer uses two solenoid valves to control the liquids flow, as well as an electrical high
voltage spark to ignite the fuel.
1.2 AREAS OF USAGE AND POSSIBILITIES
The X2 Wave Flamer is suitable for indoor and outdoor shows. Its usages can vary from concerts and
stage shows, to special effects for theatre productions and sports events (eg. Entering of the players
during football or ice hockey), pure fire shows by fire artists, or in conjunction with regular fireworks.
Via DMX, or the explo radio control, the projector can be integrated into automated shows. This allows
for a musical synchronous usage of the device.
The choice of different nozzles affects the effect height and different fluids the colouring of the flame
effect.
2 RECEIPT OF GOODS
In rare cases, problems might occur due to damages from transport, so we ask you to check the
goods for the following after receipt:
Checklist when getting your goods
Is the package damaged outside? (Take pictures!)
Are the goods damaged outside?
Are the goods fully functional?
Are all accessories delivered? (Antenna and power cable are in the back with
the canister)
We would ask you to notify us of damages or missing articles. Retroactive reclamations cannot be
taken into consideration unfortunately.

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3 COMPONENTS OF THE X2 WAVE FLAMER
3.1 STANDARD-VARIANT (FRONT)
Components of the X2 Wave Flamer
1
Key switch
6
DMX-Connectors
2
Display and usage buttons
7
ON/OFF switch (Power)
3
Status-LEDs
8
Fuze 12VDC
4
Antenna socket
9
Power connector
5
Programming socket
10
Fuze 230VAC
1
2
9
8
7
3
5
10
4
6

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3.2 STANDARD VARIANT (TOP)
Components of the X2 Wave Flamer
1
Swivel head and electrical ignition
2
Internal 10L fluid canister
3
Lead through for external fluid canister
4
Level indicator
2
3
1
4

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3.3 HEAD VARIANT WITHOUT INTERNAL PUMPING UNIT (FRONT)
Components of the X2 Wave Flamer
1
Key switch
7
ON/OFF switch (Power)
2
Display and usage buttons
8
Fuze 12VDC
3
Status-LEDs
9
Connector for external pumping unit
4
Antenna socket
10
Power connector 100-230VAC Neutrik True-1
5
Programming socket
11
Fuze 230VAC
6
DMX-connector
1
2
9
8
7
3
5
10
4
6
11

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3.4 HEAD VARIANT WITHOUT INTERNAL PUMPING UNIT (SIDE)
Components of the X2 Wave Flamer
1
Swivel head and electrical ignition
1

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3.5 DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENTS
3.5.1 KEY SWITCH
After switching on the power supply with the wip-switch (7), the projector can be activated. To activate
the device, only short impulse via the key switch is needed. It can be turned off after activation. The
Wave Flamer will remain switched on regardless.
This has an important function during a show in case of a power outage. If the key switch is in the ON
position, the device will start up automatically after losing power. If it is switched off however, the
device will remain powered off too after getting the power back.
3.5.2 DISPLAY AND USAGE BUTTONS
Via the display and the usage buttons, the most important values of the Wave Flamer can be seen,
and the menu be navigated through. Outside of the Menu, some buttons have special functions.
Usage buttons of the X2 Wave Flamers
Mode / OK
Outside the menu, this button is used to access the menu.
Inside the menu, this button is used to confirm.
If held during startup of the Wave Flamer: Wave Flamer will start in radio mode.
E / Minus
Outside the menu this button is used to de-pump. If the device is armed, it will be
switched into test mode too.
Inside the menu this button functions as a minus button.
Light / Plus
Outside the menu you can use this button toggle the background light on and off.
Inside the menu it can be used as a plus button.
Test / ESC
Outside the menu this button can be used to send a test signal to the transmitter, to
check radio connection (only in test mode).
Inside the menu can be used as an escape button.
If held during startup: Wave Flamer starts in DMX-Mode.
3.5.3 STATUS-LEDS
Via the Status LEDs, different states of the Wave Flamer can be checked.