GALAXIS SHOWTECHNIK PYROTEC PFE Advanced Mini 5 Outputs User manual

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User Manual
Galaxis Showtechnik
PYROTEC
PFE Advanced Mini 5 Outputs
Firmware V2.5
Revision date: March 12
th
2021
Batch No.: EUE700100, USE700100

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Table of contents:
1 Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Safety instructions ................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Requirements the operator has to fulfill and necessary qualification...................................... 5
1.3 Safety Instructions................................................................................................................... 6
1.4 Application fields...................................................................................................................... 9
2 Illustrations ....................................................................................................................................... 10
2.1 Description of indicators and control elements......................................................................11
3 Basic operation of the device ...........................................................................................................12
3.1 Insertion of batteries, power supply, operation time..............................................................12
3.2 Switching on .......................................................................................................................... 12
3.3 Warning messages after switching on................................................................................... 12
3.4 Code request......................................................................................................................... 12
3.5 Receiving mode..................................................................................................................... 13
3.6 Teach-in of receivers............................................................................................................. 13
3.7 The function of the Info LED..................................................................................................14
3.8 Switching off .......................................................................................................................... 14
3.9 Firing mode............................................................................................................................ 14
3.10 The monitoring function Radio Interference ..........................................................................15
3.11 The function 'Reset to defaults' .............................................................................................15
4 The menu ......................................................................................................................................... 17
4.1 The main menu...................................................................................................................... 17
The menu item 'Battery capacity'....................................................................................... 17
The menu item 'Interfering Signal'..................................................................................... 17
The menu item 'Last Range Test Result'...........................................................................18
The menu selection 'Output Programming' ....................................................................... 19
The Continuity and Programming Check: 'OK-PRG-Test'.................................................21
4.2 The submenu......................................................................................................................... 22
The menu item 'Language' ................................................................................................ 22
The menu item 'Code'........................................................................................................ 22
The menu item 'Device ID number' ...................................................................................23
The menu item 'RF Channel' (i.e. frequency selection)..................................................... 24
The menu item 'Determine Hazard Zone'..........................................................................25
The menu item 'Acoustic Signals'...................................................................................... 26
The menu item 'Flashing LED if receiving' ........................................................................26
The menu item 'Flashing LED if Low Battery'....................................................................26
The menu item 'LCD Backlight' ......................................................................................... 26
The menu item 'Inner Temperature' .............................................................................. 27
The menu item 'Temperature fuse'................................................................................27
The menu item 'LED-Check'.......................................................................................... 27
The menu item 'Recall Event Memory'.......................................................................... 28
The menu item 'Lock Submenu?' .................................................................................. 28
5 The stepping function (optional).......................................................................................................29
6 Firing characteristic and firing power................................................................................................31
6.1 General information............................................................................................................... 31
6.2 Displayed information while firing..........................................................................................31
7 The function 'Event Memory'............................................................................................................32
8 Radio range...................................................................................................................................... 32
8.1 Radio Range Test.................................................................................................................. 33
9 Remote access................................................................................................................................. 33
10 Terminal block connector ................................................................................................................. 34
11 Operation time and Sleep Mode.......................................................................................................34
12 Batteries and rechargeable batteries recommendations ................................................................. 34
13 Protection against water, moisture, humidity and condensation......................................................35
14 Cleaning and maintenance...............................................................................................................35
15 Warranty........................................................................................................................................... 35
16 Damages caused by misusage, maloperation, malfunction.............................................................36
17 Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................ 36
18 Technical data .................................................................................................................................. 37
19 Compatibility and Firmware Revision History................................................................................... 38

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20 Accessories ...................................................................................................................................... 39
21 CE marking of the EU version.......................................................................................................... 39
22 Address of the manufacturer and contact details for requesting an EU declaration of conformity.. 39

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1 Introduction
1.1 Safety instructions
Observe all safety instructions in this documentation! Safety instructions warn of dangers when
handling devices and provide information on how to avoid them. They are classified according to the
severity of the danger and divided into the following groups:
DANGER
Danger signals dangers for persons. If you do not follow the instructions
for avoiding the hazard, the hazard will certainly result in death or serious
physical injury.
WARNING
Warning indicates dangers for persons. If you do not follow the
instructions for avoiding the hazard, the hazard is likely to result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
Caution indicates danger to persons. If you do not follow the instructions
for avoiding the hazard, the hazard is likely to result in minor physical
injury.
NOTICE
Note signals dangers for objects or data. If you do not follow the
instructions for avoiding the hazard, the hazard will probably result in
damage to property.
TIP
A tip provides additional or supplementary information.

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1.2 Requirements the operator has to fulfill and necessary
qualification
This product may only be operated by persons of legal age. In Germany the user must be at least 18
years of age.
This product may only be used within the scope of a professional and occupational activity.
DANGER
2.1.1
Unintended firing
Fatal injuries due to explosion/deflagration of pyrotechnic effects and
compositions and secondary effects due to explosion (flying objects)
•Handling of pyrotechnic items only by personnel qualified for the
respective effect.
•Intended use of the effects only.
•Make sure that the required safety distance to persons is maintained.
•Minimize the presence in the danger zone.
•Follow all safety instructions and regulations at all times.
Make sure that all legal requirements for the performance of aerial display fireworks, stage fireworks
(also known as close proximity pyrotechnics) and special effects are met in the respective country of
use.
TIP
In Germany, these regulations of the employers' liability insurance
association and the BAM, among others, apply:
•DGUV-Vorschrift 213-049: Abbrennen von Feuerwerken
•DGUV-Vorschrift 215-312: Sicherheit bei Veranstaltungen und
Produktionen
•BAM Py/2012/2: Leitfaden zu Sicherheitsmaßnahmen für das
Verwenden von Feuerwerk der Kategorie 4

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1.3 Safety Instructions
Safety instructions for the firing of pyrotechnical effects and aerial
shells by using e-matches:
The following instructions are for your understanding about important and
basic safety principles.
Our general safety requirements are based on our own experience plus the
contact and feedback from our customers. These rules allow the safe and
successful usage of all components of our wireless firing systems. With
proceeding development of our products, we will continuously revise and
adapt the safety standards in conclusion with your notifications and
support.
The following safety instructions are part of all our operation manuals
within our product range. These instructions are also available in printed
form and can be downloaded via our internet homepage at any time. Please
forward these instructions to any relevant persons in your company dealing
with this topic.
Any technical device can potentially cause a fault. This could be
encouraged through: wrong usage, unit damage, unit aging as well as the
wear and tear of the unit. This fundamental thesis was the basic principle
when writing these instructions.
1. Smoking or open fire is strictly prohibited within the safety zone!
2. Depending on the type, size and quantity of the pyrotechnical effects
that are being used and depending on the local conditions, allocate the
necessary fire prevention and first aid measurements.
3. In all cases respect and follow any national and technical regulations
as well as the operation manuals respective to the pyrotechnical effects in
use.
4. Make sure that non authorized persons are not within the vicinity of the
pyrotechnical effects and to the respective firing system.
5. The safety boundary distances required by the manufacturer and
authorities are to be respected. Secure the area so that non authorized
persons cannot gain access to the same.
6. The operation manuals and safety instructions of the pyrotechnical
manufacturers must be observed at all times. If in doubt these must be
discussed with the relevant safety organisations.
7. The usage of pyrotechnical effects as well as the respective firing
systems are only allowed to be used according to it's defined function.
8. The components of our firing system are to be covered or encased against
burn-off cinders or weather conditions where necessary. Electrical contacts
should be protected against corrosion, soiling and damage plus they should
be cleaned regularly.
9. The contacts of the pyrotechnical articles or their e-matches, which
have not yet been connected, must always be short circuited.
10. We recommend to have our products inspected every one to two years.
Along with the testing of the rechargeable battery, a visual test as well
as a functional test will prove that the operational safety standards are
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11. Do not use damaged equipment. If a damage is found, immediately send
the device back to the manufacturer for professional repair. Our warranty
for the proper function for our equipment is only for components of our
system, which have no damage.
12. Any changes in the devices or to the firing system as well as repair
work on the units other than that through the manufacturer will invalidate
any warranty claims and our product liability will be void. Should repair
of the units be necessary, then we do require a detailed report of the
problem.
13. Please make sure when lending or renting out the equipment, that no
damage has occurred during the rental period of the units. Advise your
staff, that it is very important to report any possible damage of the units
immediately. Customers, which have borrowed or rented the equipment are
hereby informed, that it is their duty to report any damage found or
suspected on the unit when returning such.
14. Wire connections from the firing device to the e-matches are always to
be insulated. At the same time avoid wire damage, for example through heat,
cable twisting, cable pinching and burn-off cinders or through forced
piercing. All cables must be checked before each use on it's faultless
construction. When using used wires we do recommend a continuity and short
circuit test between each insulated connection before using it again.
15. The firing of igniters in accordance with 'SprengG' (i.e. German
explosive law) is not allowed with our products. For this purpose only
firing units with a special certification in accordance with 'SprengG' or
equivalent are allowed. The same applies to high explosives.
16. Avoid unintended firing through electrostatic charging. When using e-
matches, make sure that you only use those types which are protected
against unintended firing through electrostatic discharges. The e-matches
that you use should also have a BAM certification or equivalent.
17. Avoid possible or even physical contact of the e-matches or their
firing lines with other conductible materials if the possibility is given
that either a static discharge or potential equalization can arise.
18. Make sure that no unintended firing possibilities are given. Commonly
caused either through strong electrical, magnetic, electromagnetical fields
as well as other voltage sources.
19. An often underestimated risk are unintended firings due to live
contacts found as charging contacts on mobile phones, walkie talkies as
well as rechargeable battery driven tools. Even when due care and attention
is taken, a battery pack or similar can be a hazard when dropped especially
when live contacts are revealed.
20. Unintended firing can be caused by thunderstorms or the electrostatic
fields during the drawing up of a thunderstorm. We recommend clearing and
securing the area in question.
21. Another possible danger for unintended firings are potential
equalization currents. Be aware that these currents may occur in between
conductive building segments themselves or between these conductive
segments and earth potential. Neither e-matches nor wiring should come in
contact with such segments.
22. Please be aware that through your pyrotechnical effects ionized gases
are created. The thereby produced ions increase the conductivity within the
air. This ionization process can cause an electrical arcing especially
within the vicinity of high voltage overland cables. This may lead to

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lethal consequences for the pyrotechnicians and other persons. Please note
that wind conditions can be totally different a few meters above the
ground.
23. Please assure that the firing can only be initiated through the
pyrotechnician. Keep firing system under lock and key! Within our safety
concept, all firing systems are set with individual codes, which inhibit
unintended and accidental firing through third parties. If requested we can
also supply systems with the same coding. This may be necessary if in a
company more than one transmitter is used or when companies exchange the
units between each other.
24. With our using the key code numbers 901 and 311, we are using a
standard key code, which can also be found in other products. On a
customer's request we can also supply other key codes.
25. Please ensure that the relevant safety distances are met by everybody.
The safety margins are to be kept as from the beginning of the project
until the pyrotechnician releases the area after firing and containment of
unfired effects and shells.
26. Connect at all times first the e-match to a 100% non-live firing line,
which is also not connected to a firing unit. A pyrotechnical effect is
given from the time onwards as 'armed' when the e-match wires are connected
to the firing unit. This is independent if the units are on or off!
27. In the interest of your own safety and protection of the devices always
use a sufficient length of firing wire.
28. Along with a sufficient length of firing wire you should ensure also
the following:
In the field of display fireworks: The fireworks shells are only allowed to
be loaded after the mortars have been stabilized and secured. Only after
loading it is then allowed that the e-matches are connected to the
respective firing units. At all times the most important rule is to never
put your head or other part of the body into or over the mortar opening.
This would also apply to other pyrotechnical effects.
In the field of special effects: Depending on the explosiveness of the
pyrotechnical effects or materials that are being used it is advisable to
proceed with higher care and attention (lies within the pyrotechnician's
responsibility) and this could include for example a short circuit bridge
over the contacts of the e-match to prevent unintended firing. Also it is
possible to make a physical switch breakage in the firing line, which is
only then closed when all safety instructions are met and kept! Should
there be any unclarified situations, then discussions with the safety
authorities are to be taken until all is clear for everyone. When it comes
to the safety of your projects we are at all times at your disposal to
develop a customized safety concept.
29. Make sure the devices are switched off before connecting the e-matches.
30. When stripping the cable insulation of the igniters and connecting
them, you have to make sure that they are not stripped so long so that the
conductors can touch each other. Short circuits between different outputs
must be avoided by all means because this may cause unwanted firings.
31. When checking the various system parameters as well as during firing,
nobody is allowed within the danger zone.
32. After the effects have been fired, an ample amount of time should be
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possible unfired effects first disconnect the corresponding wiring and then
switch off the receivers. Especially in the field of special effects,
during the installation special care should be taken of how to disassemble
unfired effects or installations in a safe way.
33. When using receivers inside of Zarges cases it is important to make sure
that the top case (aluminium top) is closed during the fireworks display. The
lashes of the bottom case have to be locked to the top case. There is still
enough space for the wires of the e-matches going out on both sides of the
case. This guarantees the safety and protection of the receiver and also
prevents opening of the top case due to windy conditions.
34. Read the user manual of all devices completely and follow all given
instructions. Teach your staff and everyone in your company who will work
with the devices.
35. Only use original accessories. Otherwise, the safety of the equipment
cannot be guaranteed. Further information can be found in the chapter
'Accessories' in the respective user manuals.
The most current version of the safety instructions is always available in the download section
of our website: www.galaxis-showtechnik.de
1.4 Application fields
The device PFE Advanced Mini 5 Outputs is suitable for the following areas of application:
- Lighting of category 2 end user fireworks
- Stage pyrotechnics of the categories T1 and T2
- Special effects (SFX)
- Triggering of effects on the body of performers (body hits)
- Lighting of illumination effects such as Bengali luminaires and strobes
- Lighting of ice fountains, candles etc. on tables during Gala Events (Table Top Pyro)
The device is not intended for use in aerial fireworks (categories 3 and 4).
DANGER
2.1.1
Unintended firing
Fatal injuries due to explosion/deflagration of pyrotechnic effects and
compositions and secondary effects due to explosion (flying objects)
•Handling of pyrotechnic items only by personnel qualified for the
respective effect.
•Intended use of the effects only.
•Make sure that the required safety distance to persons is
maintained.
•Minimize the presence in the danger zone.
•Follow all safety instructions and regulations at all times.
Also, under no circumstances may explosives be detonated. Specially certified firing systems must be
used for this purpose (in Germany BAM certified devices).
Please observe the relevant safety instructions for the use of firing devices in the field of pyrotechnics
and the safety instructions printed in these operating instructions.
An optional step function is also available for this device. This can also be retrofitted at any time.

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2 Illustrations

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2.1 Description of indicators and control elements
1 Magnetic sensitive area
'Down' By pointing to this area with the magnetic pen the parameter of the current menu item will be decreased or changed. If you
point on this field for a longer time the parameter will decrease
automatically.
2 Magnetic sensitive area 'Up' By pointing to this area with the magnetic pen the parameter of
the current menu item will be increased or changed. If you point
on this field for a longer time the parameter will increase
automatically.
3 LC-Display Displays the current information.
4 Multicolor LED indicators for
Output 1-5 All relevant output conditions and test information will be displayed with various colors.
5 Terminal block connector Positive and negative clamps of the outputs.
6 SMA antenna Screwable SMA antenna
7 Magnetic sensitive area
'Mode' By pointing to this area for some time, you will enter the menu. If you point to this field for a longer time, you will step through
the different menu items automatically. At the end you will
return to the receiving mode again.
8 Info LED Displays status information like 'Operation' and 'Low Battery'
with different colors.
9 Magnetic sensitive area
'On/Off' By activation of this sensor field with the magnetic pen you switch on the device. You have the option to program the
device that a user code has to be entered after power-on to
prevent unauthorized usage. To switch off enter the main menu.
The first menu item is 'Switch off'. If this sensor field is activated
again the device is turned off.
10 Socket 'Antenna' The antenna is connected here.
11 Locking for terminal block
connector The terminal block connector is locked in here. The terminal block connector can be removed by pressing the unlocking pin.
12 Identification plate Identification plate incl. serial number
13 Battery case Battery case for either 2x AA Alkaline batteries or 2x AA
Eneloop rechargeable batteries
14 SMA antenna Screwable SMA antenna
15 E-match cables Example of how to connect e-matches

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3 Basic operation of the device
3.1 Insertion of batteries, power supply, operation time
First you have to insert new batteries. Please mind correct polarity. Open the battery compartment,
insert the batteries and close the lid again afterwards.
You should remove the batteries if you do not use the device for a longer time.
WARNING
2.1.6
Leaking batteries or moisture in the device
Leaking batteries or moisture in the device may trigger firings.
•The device must be protected against moisture.
•Do not use the device after ingress of moisture.
•If batteries have leaked, send the device to the manufacturer for
repair.
•Follow all safety instructions and regulations at all times.
3.2 Switching on
By a short activation of the sensor field 'On/Off' the device is being switched on.
First a start message is being displayed followed by the display of the software version:
'S' indicates that the device has been equipped with the optional stepping function.
'Z' indicates that the device has been equipped with the optional Sleep function.
3.3 Warning messages after switching on
After the software version the device will display warning messages if there are any:
The temperature fuse is blown. You will find more information in the section
of the menu item 'Temperature Fuse'.
3.4 Code request
To restrict the operation of the device to authorized personnel only you can choose to set an access
code. This option can be selected in the submenu.
For more information please see the section of the menu item 'Code' in this manual.
The device will not activate the receiving mode if no correct user code has been entered.
If '0000' has been selected as the access code no access code will be requested after power-up.

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TIP
If you have forgotten the programmed code you are still able to operate
the device by entering the universal code 16777216. You can program a
new user code in the submenu after entering this universal code so that
you can use your device normally the next time.
3.5 Receiving mode
The device will automatically enter the receiving mode after switching on.
Effects can only be fired if the device is in the receiving mode. For bi-directional remote access it is
also essential that the device is in receiving mode.
These three alternating displays (e.g.) will be shown:
The device ID number is permanently being displayed in the upper left corner.
The bottom line alternately shows the selected operation mode, ground mode and the hazard zone,
which the receiver has been assigned to.
For detailed information regarding the topics 'Device ID Number' and 'Hazard Zones' please see the
corresponding sections in this manual (menu items in the submenu).
In the upper right corner, a vertical bar is moving back and forth to show that device is in receiving
mode.
3.6 Teach-in of receivers
The teach-in of a receiver to a transmitter or controller can be executed in receiving mode. This
function is particularly helpful if you rent devices or want to split your system into several independent
systems.
To teach-in a receiver, you need a PFC Advanced controller, the PFC Advanced Black Edition, the
PFM Advanced USB Radio Modem or the PFS Pocket. In the respective transmitter manual you will
learn how to get to the respective menu item in order to execute the 'Transmit System ID' command.
In order for the PFE Advanced Mini 5 Outputs receiver to be taught-in, you must hold 'Up' on the
receiver using a magnetic pen and select 'Transmit System ID' using the transmitter. After successful
execution, the message 'Teach-in successful' appears in the display of the PFE Advanced Mini 5
Outputs. The receiver then switches back to receiving mode.
TIP
Make sure that both the transmitter and the receiver to be taught are on
the same radio channel. Otherwise the receiver cannot be taught-in.

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3.7 The function of the Info LED
The following status information is being displayed by the Info LED:
Blue color,
Continuously The device is displaying start messages or the menu has been entered.
Blue color,
Flashing The device is in receiving mode.
Red color,
Flashing The device is in receiving mode and the accumulator should be charged because the charging level is below 30% (i.e. low battery warning).
If the flashing Info LED should be disturbing e.g. on the stage you can deactivate this function in the
submenu. For further information regarding this feature please see the sections of the menu items
'Flashing LED if receiving' in this manual.
3.8 Switching off
The device is switched off by activating 'Mode' with the magnetic pen for approx. 1 second. Then you
will enter the first menu item and you will see the following display:
The device will be turned off as soon as the sensor area 'On/Off' is being
activated with the magnetic pen. You will enter the first main menu item by
activating 'Mode'.
When the receiver is turned off, this message appears first.
Immediately afterwards, this display appears and the device switches itself
off.
3.9 Firing mode
If the controller is in firing mode the display will show the following text e.g.:
Instead of the vertical bar a moving character 'F' is displaying that the
controller is in the firing mode.
TIP
Every time the firing mode is turned on or off the controller transmits this
information to the receiver. If the status of the firing mode is being
changed the receivers can only display the current status of the firing
mode correctly if they are in the receiving mode and within radio
coverage.
TIP
If the firing mode is being switched off all active outputs are turned off. It
does not matter if the outputs have been turned on due to a conventional
firing or by a firing of the terminal function. In addition, all stepping
sequences that are currently in progress are deleted. All this requires that
the receiver is within radio range and that this information is being
received.

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3.10The monitoring function Radio Interference
The receivers are monitoring their frequency permanently. An interference is present if an external
carrier with a signal strength of more than 30% in respect to 100% maximum signal strength of the
system is present for more than 45 seconds.
'RI' stands for 'Radio Interference' and is flashing in the display. If the
display backlight has been activated the display will be illuminated
periodically, too. In this case it is advisable to check if the receiver has been
installed close to a strong source of interference. Therefore, enter the menu
item 'Interfering Signal' and check if there is a higher value all the time.
By stepping through the menu with the magnetic pen the warning 'Radio Interference' will be cleared.
The device is always ready for use even if you do not clear this warning message.
TIP
If you switch on a receiver while the transmitter is in the firing mode the
receiver will display the warning message 'Radio interference' soon. The
PFS Profi, PFS Pocket and the PFC Advanced are transmitting
continuously (i.e. they are active carriers) if they are in the firing mode. If
you change from normal mode to firing mode the controllers are telling
the receivers that a continuous and intended transmission will follow. If a
receiver has been switched on after this or was in the menu while this
signal has been sent it will interpret the signal of the own transmitter as
an interfering signal.
TIP
You can select another frequency in the submenu of the device if the
used radio channel is busy or if there is an interference. Of course, you
have to select the same frequency also at the controller and all other
receivers (only possible with Advanced series).
TIP
Using the controller PFC Advanced or the PFM Advanced USB Radio
Modem the warning 'Radio Interference' and the level of interference can
even be checked remotely.
3.11The function 'Reset to defaults'
Sometimes it comes in handy to program the device to the default settings. To achieve this proceed
this way:
1. Switch on the device
2. Activate the sensor field 'Mode' while the start messages are being displayed until you see the
following display:
By activation of 'Up' the device is set to defaults. You will enter the receiving
mode without anything being changed by 'Down' or 'Mode'.
If you have selected 'Yes' in the previous request you will see this
acknowledgement message in the display for some seconds. Afterwards
the device switches to receiving mode automatically.

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This list shows which parameters are reset by this function:
Hazard Zone A, active
Acoustic Signals On
Flashing LED if Low. Battery On
Flashing LED if receiving On
Submenu Unlocked
Maximum resistance 10 Ohms
LCD Backlight auto & dimmed
TIP
The memory of the channels and delays, the device ID number, the radio
channel, menu language and the user code to switch on the device
remain unchanged!

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4 The menu
The menu is divided in two sections: the main menu and the submenu.
The submenu can be locked e.g. to simplify the operation for less skilled staff members.
4.1 The main menu
By activation of 'Mode' for approx. one second the main menu is being entered.
The first menu item is 'Switch off' and is fully described in the corresponding section in this manual.
For the following we are assuming that this menu item is being skipped by an activation of 'Mode'.
If the submenu has been locked this information text is being displayed for
approx. two seconds after skipping 'Switch off'.
The menu item 'Battery capacity'
You see e.g. this result in the display:
In this example the remaining charging level is 95%. If the value decreases
below 30% the charging reserve is being touched
TIP
The display of the accumulator capacity is related to an ambient
temperature of 20°C. A fully charged battery could also lead to a reading
of e.g. 80% if the temperature is very low.
TIP
The result of this menu item can also be displayed at the controller PFC
Advanced or via the PFM Advanced USB Radio Modem by using the
function 'Remote data request'.
The menu item 'Interfering Signal'
This is the next menu item. You may see this being displayed:
The device is measuring and displaying the signal strength on the used
radio frequency permanently as long as this menu item is present.
Normally this function is used to find out the cause of a radio interference. Values below 15% are
uncritical. If the radio channel is busy you can select another frequency. Please see the section 'RF
Channel' in this manual for further information.
TIP
The result of this menu item can also be displayed at the controller PFC
Advanced or via the PFM Advanced USB Radio Modem by using the
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TIP
You can use this menu item for a range test, too. Activate the firing mode
at your controller PFS Profi, PFS Pocket or PFC Advanced. The device is
now measuring the signal strength of your controller. By changing the
location of the receiver, you can try to find out which installation is best.
You should definitely switch off the firing mode before you quit the menu
and always make sure that there is no unintended activation of the firing
button at the controller during the range test.
The menu item 'Last Range Test Result'
You will enter this menu item with another activation of 'Mode'. This function is mainly intended for
users who are operating the transmitter PFS Profi or PFS Pocket. The new controller PFC Advanced
is now offering the comfort of requesting the result of the range test remotely.
This function comes in handy if you do the set-up of the system without a helping person. After starting
a range test at the transmitter the receivers are displaying the results for approx. 10 seconds.
Within this short period of time you can not check the results of many different receivers all over the
place. This function enables you to ease this task.
Proceed this way:
- Switch on the receivers and start a range test at the controller.
- Go to each receiver, step through the menu and read the result which is being displayed under
'Last range test result'. This value has been displayed during the test.
- You can do another test if you like after reading all results.
This means that there is no result stored in the memory of the device. There
are several possibilities: Maybe no range test was made so far or the device
was not within the radio coverage area. Another reason could be that the
result has just been cleared by invoking this menu item before.
In this example the signal level was 65%. Values below 30% are critical. If
this should be the case please refer to the instructions in the section 'Radio
range' in this manual.
TIP
The result is being cleared after stepping through the menu to ensure
that the same result is not being displayed again after the next range test
although the receiver is possibly out of reach. If you are using this
function it is essential to read all the old results before starting a new test
to make sure that they are all being cleared!
The next menu item is the entry point for the submenu. This is explained in the section 'submenu' in
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The menu selection 'Output Programming'
The next activation of 'Mode' leads to the menu section 'Output Programming'. You can select one of
the following choices by activating 'Up' and 'Down':
Output Programming: Keep up & Exit / Edit / Delete / Consecutive Channels
4.1.4.1The menu item 'Output Programming: Keep up & Exit'
This option is preselected after entering the menu 'Output Programming'.
You will leave this menu without changes to the output programming of the
device if you are activating 'Mode' here. Use this selection also after
previously choosing another option to exit the menu 'Output Programming'.
4.1.4.2The menu item 'Output Programming: Edit', without stepping
function
The following section describes the editing of the channel programming assuming that the device has
not been equipped with the optional stepping function. Therefore, this section is applicable for all
devices even if the stepping function is present.
Activating 'Mode' here will lead you to the editing menu of the channel
programming.
An example of the editing menu is shown on the left. The double-headed
arrow indicates which parameter is currently being changed with 'Up' and
'Down'. The output to be programmed can be selected in this example.
Which output is being programmed right now is being displayed in red color by the output LED. The
measured resistance value of the selected output is being displayed in the left corner on the bottom.
The two horizontal bars inform you that the resistance is higher than the maximum measurable
resistance of 99 Ohms.
The required firing channel can be selected after a short activation of
'Mode'. The arrows are next to the channel value. '-' means that no firing
channel (i.e. cue number) has been assigned yet.
In this example the firing channel 53 has been assigned to output 1. If this
channel will be fired later this output will fire immediately.
By another short activation of 'Mode' you can select the output again. The
output number has been incremented automatically. Therefore, you are now
editing output 2. Again, you see the current resistance of the connected
firing line which is 12 Ohms in this example. You can rotate through the whole output programming
simply by short activations of 'Mode'. If you want to select a certain output you can always position the
arrow symbol next to the parameter 'output' and then activate 'Up' or 'Down'. Longer activations of 'Up'
or 'Down' lead to an automatic changing of the current parameter with increasing speed.
These two question marks ('??') are being displayed if the output number
has just been changed because the receiver needs some time to measure
the resistance of the output. If you are changing the output all the time the
two question marks are being displayed constantly.
To quit the edit function, activate 'Mode' for approx. one second. You will reach the menu selection
'Output Programming' again and by selecting 'Keep up & Exit' you may exit this part of the main menu.

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The editing of all relevant output parameters (firing channel, step delay)
can be done either directly at the device or remotely from the PFC
Advanced by using the function 'Remote data programming'.
Furthermore, if our choreographic software PYROTEC Composer is
being used, you may edit these parameters remotely with a computer
and the USB Modem.
4.1.4.3The menu item 'Output Programming: Edit', with stepping
function
This section explains the detailed programming of the stepping function (i.e. semi-automatic firing).
Select 'Outputprogr.: Edit' in the main menu and call up the edit menu with
an activation of 'Mode' to program the stepping function.
This edit screen is being displayed for example. A stepping delay ('D' =
Delay) can be entered in the right part of the bottom line. The arrow symbol
for altering the various parameters can be positioned by short activations of
'Mode'.
Firing channel 7 has been assigned to Output 3 in this example. The
stepping delay is still 0.00s which means that the output will fire immediately
as soon as the firing command for channel 7 has been sent.
A stepping delay has been programmed here. 1.52s in this case. So the
receiver will wait for 1.52s after receiving the firing command of channel 7
until it will fire the output 3.
Please see also the section 'The stepping function' in this manual which contains more general
information about using this feature.
4.1.4.4The menu item 'Output Programming: Delete'
You can delete the whole channel programming memory here. During
deletion all channel assignments will be cleared. If the device is equipped
with the optional stepping function all delays will be set to 0.00s, too.
4.1.4.5The menu item 'Output Programming: Consecutive Channels'
In some cases a consecutive programming of the channel numbers is convenient. This useful function
in the menu 'Output programming' is intended to do this kind of programming very quickly.
To achieve an automatic channel programming in consecutive order select
this option in the menu.
Activate 'Mode' and after that you are asked if you are sure to program
consecutive channels.
Activate 'Mode' and after that you can determine the channel area which
should be programmed.
This example shows that the user has selected a channel area beginning
with channel 101 up to channel 105. This means that channel 101 will be
assigned to output 1, channel 102 to output 2, etc.