Magicfx SHOR BASE MFX0360 User manual

PRODUCT CODE : MFX0360
VERSION : 1.0
DATE : 20.03.2013

User documentation MAGICFX® Shot Base Wireless
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1. CONGRATULATIONS!
You have bought a great new product from MAGICFX®.
MAGIC FX is a Dutch manufacturer of professional special effects machines and equipment. We have
been experts in special effects since our establishment in 1995. All our products are made under the
brand name MAGICFX® which by now has acquired a great reputation on account of its quality and
reliability. All products are made in accordance with the European Machinery Directive. MAGIC FX
manages the entire production process in-house, from the design stages and prototyping to
production. In short, we cover everything from concept to ready-to-use product.
Moreover, MAGIC FX is Europe's largest supplier of high-quality and fireproof confetti products and
streamers. Thanks to our very large stock levels, we can deliver quickly and at low prices.
MAGICFX® is used by special effects professionals all over the world and our products are distributed
through a dealer network which covers more than 80 countries.
Congratulations and enjoy your purchase!

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2. CE MARKING
PLEASE NOTE:
We presume that you, your employees and others who use or come
into contact with the machine are familiar with how the machine must
be dealt with. This includes the correct use, maintenance and repair of
the machine as described in this user manual. This also means that the
employees are familiar with the use of machines through training or
experience.
DANGER WARNING:
Only use the Shot Base Wireless in accordance with the regulations
and instructions in this manual. Consult MAGIC FX in case of doubt.
Disclaimers:
MAGIC FX B.V. excludes liability for unsafe situations, accidents and damage that are the result of:
- Disregard for the warnings or regulations as set out on the Shot Base Wireless or in this
documentation.
- Use for other purposes or under other circumstances than those set out in this documentation.
- Alterations to the Shot Base Wireless. This also includes the use of replacement parts other than
the original ones.
- Insufficient maintenance.
- Unauthorised removal of safety caps and/or safeguards.
- Incompetent operation of the machine.
MAGIC FX B.V. is not liable for any consequential loss in the event of a Shot Base Wireless
breakdown.
© Copyright 2012
All rights are reserved. Nothing from this manual may be duplicated, or kept in an automated data file,
or made public, or in any form or manner, whether electronically, mechanically, by photocopying, by
incorporation, or in any other manner duplicated without the permission of MAGIC FX B.V.
MAGIC FX at all times retains the right to make alterations without the direct knowledge of the client.
The contents of this user manual can also be changed.
Please contact the technical department of your supplier for extra information with regard to, for
example, maintenance and repair. This user manual has been drawn up with the utmost care. MAGIC
FX cannot be held responsible for any mistakes made in this publication or for any consequences
thereof.

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3. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
(according to Annex II.1.A of the Machinery Directive)
Concerning the Machinery Directive.
We; MAGIC FX B.V.
Schouwrooij 27
5281 RE Boxtel
The Netherlands
State under personal responsibility:
We are the manufacturer of the product:
MFX0360 - MAGICFX®Shot Base Wireless
to which this statement relates and which is in accordance with the provisions of the following
Directive(s):
- Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
- Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
- EMC Directive 2004/108/EG
The following harmonising standards have been applied:
- NEN-EN-ISO 12100
- NEN-EN-ISO 60204-1
Place : Boxtel
Date : 15-10-2012
Name: MAGIC FX
Director: B. Veroude

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4. FOREWORD
This manual describes the MAGICFX® Shot Base Wireless. The information in this manual is
important for the proper and safe functioning of the Shot Base Wireless. If you are not familiar with the
installation, operation, preventative maintenance etc. of the Shot Base Wireless then please read this
user manual carefully from beginning to end. MAGIC FX also insists that all new users (operators,
installers, maintenance workers and cleaners) receive a training course in which this user manual can
serve as a starting point.
MAGIC FX advises that the original of this user manual, including appendices, is kept at a safe and
central place. It is best that another original or copy is kept close to the Shot Base Wireless at the
workplace.
If you are familiar with these matters, then you can use this manual as a work of reference.
The following standard markings are used in this manual for drawing attention to certain subjects or
actions.
TIP:
Gives you suggestions and advice regarding easier or more
convenient ways to carry out certain tasks.
PLEASE NOTE:
A comment with additional information: alerts you to certain problems.
CAUTION:
The machine can be damaged if you do not follow the procedures
carefully.
DANGER WARNING:
You can get (seriously) hurt if you do not carefully carry out the
procedures.

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CONTENTS
1. CONGRATULATIONS! .................................................................................... 1
2. CE MARKING................................................................................................... 2
3. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY................................................................. 3
4. FOREWORD .................................................................................................... 4
5. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................. 6
5.1 DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION OF THE SHOT BASE WIRELESS ............................. 6
5.2 NECESSARY ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................... 6
5.3 CANNONS............................................................................................................................... 6
6. SAFETY ........................................................................................................... 8
6.1 INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 8
6.2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES................................................................................................... 8
6.3 WARNINGS............................................................................................................................. 8
6.4 LIPO BATTERY ...................................................................................................................... 9
7. PARTS ........................................................................................................... 10
8. ACCESSORIES.............................................................................................. 11
9. PREPARATIONS ........................................................................................... 12
10. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................. 13
11. USAGE........................................................................................................... 16
12. SWITCHING OFF ........................................................................................... 18
13. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 20
14. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 20
15. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................. 20
16. GUARANTEE ................................................................................................. 20

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5. INTRODUCTION
5.1 DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION OF THE SHOT BASE WIRELESS
The Shot Base Wireless is a confetti shooting system which has been specially developed to easily
shoot electric cannons from a podium or truss.
The Shot Base Wireless can be used with electric confetti cannons as well as with electric streamer
cannons.
The Shot Base Wireless is controlled by a remote.
As the Shot Base Wireless can be used in various ways, it is important to read this user manual
carefully from beginning to end before you start operating the machine.
Any use other than that described above excludes your supplier from any liability.
5.2 NECESSARY ACCESSORIES
The following parts belong to the Shot Base Wireless:
Handleiding
MFX0308 –Power cable
Electric Cannons
Remote 4 or Remote 8
Table 5.1
5.3 CANNONS
The Shot Base Wireless offers the possibility to work with approved electric confetti and streamer
cannons. The Shot Base Wireless is not suitable for cannons other than those described below.
Table 5.2
40cm Electric cannon
80cm Electric cannon
Other confetti cannons

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The following types of electric cannons are possible:
Table 5.3
All pre-filled cannons are for one-off use only.
DANGER WARNING:
Metallic products are heavier and will therefore have a larger output.
DANGER WARNING:
The electric cannons contain pressure containers which fire off the
confetti/streamers under a lot of pressure. Therefore always make sure
there is a free shooting range.
TYPE CANNON
CONTENT
CANNON LENGTH
OUTPUT
CONFETTI (150g)
40CM
5M
STREAMERS (150g)
40CM
12M
CONFETTI (300g)
80CM
12M
STREAMERS (300g)
80CM
20M

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6. SAFETY
6.1 INTRODUCTION
The Shot Base Wireless has been designed and constructed in such a manner that it can be used
safely. This applies to the use, the circumstances and the regulations as described in this
documentation. Reading this documentation and following the instructions are therefore necessary for
everyone who is authorised to work with the Shot Base Wireless.
The Shot Base Wireless must be placed and used in surroundings that preferably:
- Have a reasonably stable temperature of between 0 and 30ºC.
- Have a relative humidity degree of no more than 75%.
- Are reasonably free of dust, corrosive gases and high concentrations of organic vapours.
6.2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES
-Only use the Shot Base Wireless if there are no people, animals or other objects in the direction of
the electric cannon within the output distance. The shooting direction is the direction in which the
electric cannon in the Shot Base Wireless is pointed. The output distance depends on the content
and length of the electric cannons.
- Make sure that children, unauthorised people and animals do not obtain access to the Shot Base
Wireless!
- Do not take hold of the Shot Base Wireless while it is working or is switched on. Also, when the
Shot Base Wireless is not working, the electric cannon may still be filled.
- Safety devices may not be removed or disabled.
- All required safety devices must be in good condition and function properly.
- Ensure sufficient lighting of the surroundings.
- Keep the workplace clean.
- Only authorised persons may carry out work with the Shot Base Wireless.
6.3 WARNINGS
Warning texts have been attached to the Shot Base Wireless. With regard to these the following rules
apply:
- These texts may not be removed or damaged. The operator must regularly check if this is the
case.
- The operator must ensure that the texts are and remain clearly visible and legible.
DANGER WARNING:
One must replace texts or signs if these are absent, damaged or
illegible.

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6.4 LIPO BATTERY
The Shot Base Wireless is equipped with an 2200mAh 3 cells lithium polymer (LiPo) battery which
enables the Shot Base Wireless to be used without constant power supply.
Sign and explanation
PIC 307 Danger: high voltage
A warning must be given about the machine’s
high voltage by using the caution sign PIC 307.
This sign must be attached to the Shot Base
Wireless. See also the added photo.
Photo
Sign and explanation
PIC 616 Follow the instructions
The operator must be told that he/she may only
operate the Shot Base Wireless after reading
the user manual.
A warning is given for this by means of the
command sign of PIC 616. This sign should be
attached to the type sign. See also the photo.
Photo

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7. PARTS
7
8
9
10
11
12
1. Power switch
2. Power input
3. Fuse holder
4. Battery level
5. Charging LED
6. Cannon nut
7. Learn LED
8. Learn button
9. Cannon connector
10. Indicator LED
11. Twist lock
12. Antenna
13. Handle
14. Aim nut
2
3
4
5
6
13
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8. ACCESSORIES
MFX0302 –Cannon clamp
MFX3103 –Twenty clamp M10
MFX0308 –Power cable
MFX3206 –Remote 4
MFX3207 –Remote 8
MFX3208 –Battery for remote
Table 8.1
You can order these parts and accessories from:
MAGIC FX B.V.
Schouwrooij 27
NL-5281 RE BOXTEL
The Netherlands
T. [phone]
F. [phone]
W. http://www.magicfx.eu
E. [e-mail]

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9. PREPARATIONS
Unpack the Shot Base Wireless. Dispose of the packaging material without harming the environment.
Inspect the machine for any damage. If damage is noticed this must be reported to MAGIC FX.
Next unplug the powerCON to move or
store the Shot Base Wireless.
3.
When the Shot Base Wireless is fully
charged (the LED CHARGING BATTERY
is green) u can choose to unplug the Shot
Base Wireless and use it wireless
The Shot Base Wireless can also be used
while plugged in.
2.
If u want to use the Shot Base Wireless
on a location without an constant power
supply u need to charge the Shot Base
Wireless first.
To charge the Shot Base Wireless u need
a powerCON cable. Connect the
powerCON to the POWER INPUT and the
other end to a power source (230V~
50/60Hz)
The CHARGING BATTERY LED will light
up and the battery is charged.
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10. INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
The machine can be damaged if you do not follow the procedures
carefully.
DANGER WARNING:
The MAGICFX® Shot Base Wireless may only be installed by adults
and authorised persons.
Prepare the Shot Base Wireless for use as follows:
To make the Shot Base Wireless react to
a remote 4/8 turn on the remote and press
the LEARN SWITCH on the Shot Base
Wireless, now the LEARN LED will blink
once. This means output 1 can be
programmed to button on the remote.
2.
Flip the powerswitch to turn on the Shot
Base Wireless.
The current charge of the battery is indicated
by the BATTERY indicator. This is lit up
when the Shot Base Wireless is turned on.
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If u want to use the Shot Base Wireless
standing: place the Shot Base Wireless
on a flat and stable surface.
4
a.
To progamr output 2, 3 and 4 u need to
press the LEARN SWITCH on the Shot
Base Wireless if it has blinked once u
selected output 1. press the LEARN
SWITCH again and the LEARN LED will
blink twice, this means u selected output
2. Repeat this action to select output 3 or
4.
It’s possible to use multiple remotes with one
Shot Base Wireless. It’s also possible to
switch multiple outputs with one button on
the remote.
3.
Press the button on the remote u want to
assign to output 1. The LEARN LED on
the Shot Base Wireless will light up.
Press the same button on the remote
again to confirm your setting. The LEARN
LED will blink to confirm your setting.

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If u want to use the Shot Base Wireless
mounted in a truss system: mount 2
trussclamps (MFX3104) to the bottom of
the Shot Base Wireless.
Next place the Shot Base Wireless in the
truss system and secure the trussclamps.
5
b.

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11. USAGE
TIP:
Gives you suggestions and advice regarding easier or more
convenient ways to carry out certain tasks.
CAUTION:
The machine can be damaged, if you do not follow these procedures
carefully.
DANGER WARNING:
The MAGICFX® Shot Base Wireless may only be installed by adults
and authorised persons.
The Shot Base Wireless may only be operated if all parts are
completely and correctly installed/connected.
For using the Shot Base Wireless take the following steps:
Next connect the connectors from the
cannons to the ouput on the Shot Base
Wireless.
When the cable on the cannon is to short u
can use the extensioncord delivered with the
Shot Base Wireless.
2.
Now u can load the Shot Base Wireless
with the desired cannons, Place the
cannons in the cannon holders and
secure them by tightening the bolts.
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Now press the preprogrammed buttons
on the remote to activate the cannons.
Allways look before shooting if there is no
one in front of the output direction of the
cannons.
The maximum distance between remote an
Shot Base Wireless is 1000m (open field)
Use this standard to use the machine
flawlessly.
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12. SWITCHING OFF
To switch off the Shot Base Wireless, take the following steps:
Remove all cannon’s from the Shot Base
Wireless.
4.
If it is still connected unplug the
powerCON connector
3.
Turn off the Shot Base Wireless.
2.
Shut off all remote’s
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The Shot Base Wireless is now turned off
Allways charge the battery again before
storing it, this way the battery stays in
optimum condition.
5.