Firefly FF-211 User manual
FireFly FF-211 Instrucons and Specicaons
QUICK START
If you’re one of those folks that just wants to start using your new FF-211 now and read the instructions
later, it’s quite easy to be up and running in just minutes. Three easy steps are all that are necessary for
professional lightning simulation.
Connect lights (up to 1500 watts per channel) to the two power outlets on the rear of your FF-211.1)
Connect your audio source (CD player, laptop, MP3 player, etc.) to the AUDIO INPUT jack on the2)
jack on the rear of the lightning simulator.
Connect AC power.3)
No other connections or adjustments are required for basic operation.
WHEN POWERING UP…
Upon power up, the FF-211 goes through a quick self-test and the Lights-Alive logo appears. After a total
of approximately three seconds, the system is fully functional. When you start playing the audio thunder
tracks, the lights will respond.
CUSTOMIZED SETTINGS
Five pushbuttons allow you to fully customize your FF-211 settings. Pressing the center MENU button
gives you access to thirteen (13) additional windows. Pressing the UP and DOWN buttons scrolls through
the windows. The (+) and (–) buttons alters the setting for that particular window. Pressing MENU again
will exit the program mode and save our changes. The windows in order are:
POWER OFF
Press the (+) button for a soft power down. In this mode, the FF-211 goes to sleep. The LCD
panel light is also extinguished. The FF-211 will immediately resume operation when any of the
OUTPUT MODE
From this window, you can choose between stereo (2-channel) lightning or mono (single channel)
lightning plus dimming. The dimming mode is used when you wish to simulate a power
LEFT LEVEL (stereo lightning mode only)
The left level sets the sensitivity of that lightning channel. If it is set too low, sound will not trigger
range of this control is 0-25. The factory default setting is 15.
RIGHT LEVEL (stereo lightning mode only)
The right level is identical to the above, except it adjusts the right channel.
LEVEL (Mono/dim mode)
Same range and default Setting as listed above.
LEFT THRESHOLD (stereo lightning mode only)
Threshold settings adjust the minimum voltage applied to your lights at all times. Proper
adjustment increases the sensitivity and range of lights connected to your FF-301. Adjustment is
achieved by increasing the setting until your lights just begin to glow, then reducing the setting
until they go out. This is a critical adjustment with a range of 0-50. Factory default is 4, but the
number may be considerably higher, depending on your lights.
RIGHT THRESHOLD (stereo lightning mode only)
Same as above, except that it adjusts the right channel.
THRESHOLD (Mono/dim mode)
Mono threshold control for single lightning channel when using dimmer feature.
DIMMER DEPTH (SENSITIVITY) (Mono/dim mode)
The dimmer depth adjusts when and how deeply the dimmer channel will dim connected lights
of 15.
MAXIMUM DIMMER LEVEL (Mono/dim mode)
This setting adjusts the maximum brightness of the dimmer channel. The range is 0-20 with a
factory default of 10.
MENU BACKLIGHT
With a range of 0-10 and a factory default of 9, this adjustment controls the brightness of all menu
MAIN SCREEN BACK LIGHT
this channel is adjusted to dim the screen while running.
FACTORY RESET
If you get lost and prefer to start over, FACTORY RESET will return all settings to a factory default
that works well for most types of lights. In the FACTORY RESET window, press +. It will ask
instantaneously. You may then scroll down through the various windows or just hit MENU to save
and resume operation.
ADVANCED OPERATION
The FF-211 will work right out of the box with no adjustments as mentioned in the QUICK START section.
LEVEL adjustments should be set so that lights react to subtle sounds, yet don’t remain on solid during a
lightning strike.
DEPTH - DIMMER will determine the depth of dimming or how dim the light will become during a strike.
extinguish lights with even medium strikes. There is no right or wrong… only personal preference.
THRESHOLD controls are one of the most important settings. Set too high, the lights will always glow. If
to subtle sounds. Always adjust this control until your lights just begin to glow, then back it down a step
or two.
MAXIMUM DIMMER LEVEL allows you set the maximum brightness of the lights connected to the
SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES
MAXIMUM POWER HANDLING -
Left Lightning Channel – Up to 1,500 watts
Right Lightning Channel (lightning) – Up to 1,500 watts
Right Channel (dimming) – Up to 750 watts
ELECTRICAL ISOLATION – Low voltage is provided by an isolated switch mode power supply. Solid-state
optical isolation is also utilized to separate low voltage and audio circuits from AC power circuits.
SAFETY FEATURES – A user accessible master fuse (20 amp) is located on the back panel. Individual
channels are internally fused. Internal surge suppression is also provided.
LIGHTS SUPPORTED – Lights Alive ProLight-200 LED, ProLight-400 LED (preferred), incandescent,
THRESHOLD – This feature extends the life, improves response time and increases sensitivity of
FACTORY DEFAULT – When in doubt, start over. The factory default option allows you to quickly return to
known working values and be back in operation within seconds.
CONTROL METHOD – Digitally generated phase cut dimming. The amplitude (volume) of the thunder
determines the intensity of the light.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT – 120 volts, 60 Hz, up to 20 amps (depending on lights connected).
PREFERRED ENVIRONMENT – 0ºF to 100ºF, 10-90% (non condensing) relative humidity.
WARRANTY – Lights Alive provides an unprecedented three (3) year limited warranty on all FireFly models.
We will repair or replace (at our option) any unit that is found to be defective in materials or workmanship
within three (3) years of the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to units that have been physically
damaged, improperly connected, altered, subjected to water, power spikes or any other issues beyond the control
of Lights Alive. No other warranty is expressed or implied. By using this equipment, you understand and agree
that Lights Alive will not be responsible for injuries or damages, whether direct or indirect, even if they are a
result of our negligence.
To obtain warranty service, please call or email support@lightsalive.com for a return authorization number,
then return the unit, prepaid, including a copy of your original invoice and a detailed description of the
problem to Lights Alive at the address listed below. For your protection, we suggest insuring your package
warranty, we will promptly repair or replace it. If it is a non-warranty issue, we will contact you with
details and options.
A WORD OF WARNING
There are no user serviceable parts inside. Any attempt to defeat these security screws to gain entry into
the enclosure will void your warranty. In addition, opening the enclosure could subject you to high voltage
that could cause serious injury or death.
SUPPORT
If you need help with your FF-211, Lights Alive is here for you. Please feel free to contact us at:
Email: Support@LightsAlive.com
Web: www.LightsAlive.com
LightsAlive
9227 E US Highway 36, Avon, IN 46123
317-280-3000 sales@lightsalive.com
www.lightsalive.com
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