GALAXIS SHOWTECHNIK PYROTEC User manual
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User Manual
Galaxis Showtechnik
PYROTEC
Power Pack
Firmware: not applicable
Revision Date: March 31
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2021
Batch No.: P120100
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Table of Contents:
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Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1
Safety instructions ................................................................................................................... 3
1.2
Requirements the operator has to fulfill and necessary qualification...................................... 4
1.3
Area of application................................................................................................................... 4
2
Illustrations ......................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1
Description of the illustrations..................................................................................................6
3
Basic operation of the device .............................................................................................................6
3.1
Operation................................................................................................................................. 6
3.2
Interruption of operation .......................................................................................................... 6
3.3
Input......................................................................................................................................... 7
3.4
Output...................................................................................................................................... 7
3.5
Maximum number of confetti shooters with heating coil ......................................................... 7
3.6
Maximum load when controlling magnetic valves................................................................... 7
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Batteries ............................................................................................................................................. 8
4.1
Recommended battery type .................................................................................................... 8
4.2
Insertion of batteries................................................................................................................ 8
4.3
Battery life................................................................................................................................ 8
4.4
Removing the batteries............................................................................................................ 8
5
Protection against moisture and humidity..........................................................................................8
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Maintenance....................................................................................................................................... 8
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Warranty............................................................................................................................................. 9
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Damage due to misuse, faulty operation, malfunction....................................................................... 9
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Technical data .................................................................................................................................. 10
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Compatibility..................................................................................................................................... 10
11
Accessories ...................................................................................................................................... 10
12
CE marking....................................................................................................................................... 11
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Address of the manufacturer and contact details for requesting an EU declaration of conformity..11
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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.
1.3 Area of application
The Power Pack is a switching amplifier with one input and one output.
It is used to use a firing module with capacitor buffered outputs to trigger effects that require a longer
DC firing pulse, such as confetti shooters - those with the heating wire - or compressed air operated
confetti shooters with magnetic valves.
Capacitor-buffered firing outputs of pyrotechnic firing systems deliver only a short firing pulse. This
short, needle-shaped pulse is extended to a few seconds by the Power Pack.
The use of the device for triggering igniters or detonators or any use for triggering pyrotechnics or
controlling flame effect devices etc. is prohibited. The device does not offer any added value for these
improper applications compared to firing and control devices developed for these purposes.
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2 Illustrations
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2.1 Description of the illustrations
1 Slide for PFE Profi Midi 1 Output
2 Hole for the antenna
3 Input, 2 x banana plugs 4 mm
4 Battery compartment cover
5 Fixing screws for the battery compartment cover
6 Battery compartment and batteries (when battery compartment cover is open)
7 Output, 2 x banana jack 4 mm
8 Quick-fastening clamps
9 Control LED, colour: red
10 Antenna of the PFE Profi Midi 1 Output
11 PFE Profi Midi 1 Output inserted into the slide
3 Basic operation of the device
3.1 Operation
To switch on the output, the input must be live. A capacitor is charged internally, which ensures that
the output delivers voltage for a certain time, even though the voltage at the input has already
collapsed.
In case of operation with the PFE Profi Midi 1 Output you have to trigger the firing channel of the
receiver to activate the Power Pack.
As soon as the output of the device is active, the red LED on the Power Pack lights up.
TIP
It is normal for the LED on the Power Pack to light up dimly when the
batteries are inserted (only visible in the dark and only when no load is
connected).
TIP
It is also normal to measure a certain voltage at the output with a
multimeter when the output is inactive and no load is connected. As soon
as a load is connected, this voltage breaks down and only a few µA of
test current flow.
3.2 Interruption of operation
If you do not use the device for several months, we recommend that you remove the batteries so that
the device is not damaged if the batteries leak.
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3.3 Input
The input can be supplied with voltages in the range from 12 to 25 Volts, whereby the polarity is
irrelevant because there is a rectifier in the device.
The internal load of the input is 660 Ohm and 47µF.
If a cable is connected to the input of the device, the cable length must be less than 3.0 m.
3.4 Output
The output provides a DC voltage. For new batteries, the output voltage is up to 12.8 volts. Depending
on the load, however, this voltage also drops significantly because the batteries have a certain internal
resistance.
Depending on the load, the current at the output can reach values of up to approx. 50 A at the moment
of switching on, with the output transistor delivering no more than approx. 10 A shortly thereafter.
In general, however, alkaline batteries are not capable of delivering such high currents in the long
term. Accordingly, the current decreases at high loads.
The output of the device is short-circuit proof. The intelligent switching transistor is protected against
overcurrent, overload, overtemperature, overvoltage and electrostatic discharges.
The output can drive resistive, inductive and capacitive loads.
The standard duration of the output pulse is approx. 3.5 seconds if the device is controlled by the PFE
Profi Midi 1 Output. On request, the device can also be adapted if a shorter or longer pulse duration is
requested.
When using other firing systems, the pulse duration depends on the charging voltage and the capacity
of the firing capacitor.
The cable connected to the output of the device must be less than 3.0 m long.
TIP
We recommend the use of cables with a copper strand with a conductor
cross-section of at least 1.5 mm². Keep the cables as short as possible
so that losses are kept to a minimum.
3.5 Maximum number of confetti shooters with heating coil
A maximum of three confetti shooters with heating filaments can be operated in series. The parallel
connection of confetti shooters is not recommended.
TIP
If the confetti shooters are of inferior quality and the heating coils are
subject to a too large spread, it is possible that not all shooters trigger. In
this case, only one or two shooters can be reliably triggered.
3.6 Maximum load when controlling magnetic valves
The device can drive magnetic valves with a coil voltage of 12 Volts DC and a coil power of up to 32
Watts. Only one solenoid valve should be connected per device.
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4 Batteries
4.1 Recommended battery type
Only use AA-size alkaline batteries in this device.
TIP
In recent years, it has become apparent that alkaline batteries from well-
known manufacturers are also being leaking because production has
been relocated to low-wage countries. The batteries of the manufacturer
Varta have hardly shown this problem lately, which is why we
recommend them.
TIP
Operation with rechargeable batteries is not possible because their
voltage is lower. The output transistor needs a minimum voltage and this
may be undercut when using rechargeable batteries.
4.2 Insertion of batteries
To insert the batteries, unscrew the two Allen screws on the back of the device and remove the battery
cover. Now the battery compartment is accessible and you can insert the batteries. Make sure the
polarity is correct.
Only use batteries of the same type and with the same state of charge.
4.3 Battery life
A set of batteries can be used to trigger about 50 confetti shooters or 50 times a magnetic valve.
TIP
If you are unsure whether the batteries are still sufficiently full, you can
measure the voltage with a multimeter. If the voltage of each individual
cell exceeds 1.45 volts, the cells can still be used.
4.4 Removing the batteries
Open the screws of the battery cover and remove it. Now you can remove the batteries. Then you
should put the battery cover back on and screw it tight.
5 Protection against moisture and humidity
This device is not waterproof. Always protect it from moisture, humidity and water.
6 Maintenance
In principle, the Power Pack does not require any special maintenance if handled carefully. However,
we recommend that you send the device to the manufacturer approximately every two years in order
to have all functions of the unit checked.
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7 Warranty
The warranty period is 24 months.
If you have reason for complaint within this period, please send the device properly packed and
carriage paid to the manufacturer. Please include a detailed description of the fault symptom.
Warranty is excluded if the device was damaged due to wrong usage or excessive stress.
Unauthorized repairs and the use of non-original parts will void all warranty, guarantee and product
liability claims with immediate effect.
8 Damage due to misuse, faulty operation, malfunction
The devices were developed exclusively for triggering confetti shooters with heating coils or for
controlling confetti shooters with compressed air accumulators and solenoid valves. Any other
application must be discussed in advance with the manufacturer. In the event of the above-mentioned
consequences, liability will only be granted if the cause lies within our sphere of influence. The devices
have been developed, tested and manufactured to the best of our knowledge and belief.
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9 Technical data
Power supply 8 x Alkaline batteries, size AA
Output voltage approx. 12.8 Volt if batteries are new and with no
load
Input Banana plug 4 mm,
Internal resistive load: 660 Ohm
Internal capacitive load: 47 µF
Output Banana jack 4 mm, for inserting quick-fastening
clamps
Default output pulse 3.5 seconds
Humidity 10 - 90% rH, no condensation
Allowable altitudes above sea level Storage and transport: -500 to 12,500 m
Operation: -500 to 4,000 m
Protection class III
Dimensions including the quick-
fastening clamps L x W x H: 175 x 70 x 49 mm
Weight without batteries and without
receiver in the slide 187 g
Weight with batteries and without
receiver in the slide 374 g
Weight with batteries and with
receiver in the slide 525 g
Included in delivery:
2 Quick-fastening clamps
8 AA alkaline batteries
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10 Compatibility
The Power Pack is compatible with numerous firing systems from various manufacturers, as long as
they have a capacitor-buffered output. However, the written approval of Galaxis Showtechnik GmbH
must be obtained before use. If necessary, Galaxis Showtechnik GmbH will check the compatibility
with the hardware beforehand. Within the Galaxis product family the Power Pack is intended for use
with the PFE Profi Midi 1 Output. The Power Pack is designed so that this receiver can be inserted
into the slide and contacted via the protruding banana plugs without the need for any input cables.
11 Accessories
The following accessories are available for this device. The user is free to use commercially available
alkaline batteries and banana plugs.
Item No.: Description:
2136 Alkaline Battery 1.5 V AA
1391 Quick-fastening Clamp
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12 CE marking
This device is marked with the CE logo:
Each device is accompanied by an EU Declaration of Conformity.
13 Address of the manufacturer and contact details for requesting
an EU declaration of conformity
Galaxis Showtechnik GmbH
Lohgerberstr. 2
84524 Neuötting
Germany
Tel.: +49 / 8671 / 73411
Fax: +49 / 8671 / 73513
Homepage: www.galaxis-showtechnik.de
E-Mail: info@galaxis-showtechnik.de
Please use these contact details if you want to request an EU declaration of conformity.
Each device is accompanied by an EU Declaration of Conformity.
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