Showven Circle Flamer X-F1800 User manual

USER MANUAL
Circle Flamer X-F1800
V1.1
▲Foreword
▲Functional Characteristics
▲Technical Specifications
▲WARNING
▲Overview of Control Panel
▲Circle Flamer Firing Angles
▲DMX Channels
▲Structure of Circle Flamer
▲Maintenance
Manufacturer: Showven Technologies Co.,Ltd.

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USER MANUAL
Circle Flamer X-F1800
▲Foreword
★Please read this manual carefully before operating this product.
★Warranty card attached in the manual, please keep it well.
Thanks for choosing CIRCLE FLAMER X-F1800. We hope it will bring you more wonderful shows.
Please read following manual carefully and completely before operating this product. Operate
according to instructions is very important for safety, and can elongate the service life of the
machine.
Strictly follow the instruction in the manual when operate Circle flamer X-F1800. If you have any
doubts, please contact SHOWVEN technologies Co., Ltd by [email protected].
We assume the person who use or come in contact with the device are familiar with how the
device should be handled. This includes proper use, maintenance and repair of the machine as
defined in this user manual.
WARNING
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It is the responsibility of the user to be fully aware of all potential consequences and actions
when using this machine.
The manufacturer is not responsible for accident occurring due to use of this machine by unquali-
fied or untrained personnel.
Unauthorized repair are prohibited, it may cause serious incident
Make sure power supply in consistent with the rated voltage of the equipment, and the socket
must well grounded. Unplug the machine when not use.
Before connect the power cable, communication DMX cable should well connected and ensure
the command keep at firing OFF status.
Keep the machine dry, not use in rain or snow.
The device can only be placed horizontally. Safety distances are marked on the device (at least
15m in all projection directions, at least 5m to the other sides of the device).
After turning on the device, no person allows to stay in the danger area. Ensure all persons that
are part of the show be informed about the safety distance, risks and functions of the device.
Always have a CO2 fire extinguisher and an extinguishing blanket in case of needed.
If there be any doubt as to the safety operation of the device in any circumstances, the device
should be taken out of service immediately.
Be sure the device is in good operating condition before use. If fail to fire correctly, immediately
shut down and check it accordingly.
Be sure to use high quality flame fluid, otherwise, it is easily lead to failure or danger. Be careful
when refill the flame fluid tank. Please keep flame fluid away from heat source, sparks, fire or
other possibility of ignition. Do not smoke!
The operator responsible for the control of Circle Flamer must always have a clear view of the
device, so that he/she can stop the show immediately when there is danger.
The main AC power switch should near operator. So that operator can turn off the power of all
devices in case of abnormal.
The device shall not be altered and applied to other use purpose.
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Circle Flamer X-F1800
590 x 360 x 370mm
AC100-240V，50-60Hz
380W
3-pin and 5-pin double DMX socket
Standard DMX 512, compatible with wireless DMX
Up to 10m (no wind)
±105°
ISOPROPANOL，ISOPAR G,H,L,M, BIOETHANOL
10L
Disclaimers:
SHOWVEN technologies Co., Ltd excludes liability for unsafe situations, accidents and damages
resulting from:
Ignoring warnings or regulations as shown one circle flamer or this manual.
Use for other applications or circumstances other than those indicated herein.
Changes to the circle flamer, including use of non-original spare parts.
Improper use of machine.
Use this machine by unqualified or untrained personnel.
▲Functional Characteristics
》Compact pumping system
》Double electromagnetic valves design for additional safety
》Tilt protection, the tilt sensor will be activated when machine slant 40° at any angle
》Unique safety lock design, device can not firing when locked, avoid spurious triggering.
》Intelligent control system: pressure monitor, safety warning, no consumable alarm, failure
warning.
》High performance nozzle, reliable and durable
》High-accuracy swiveling head driving and controlling system, allows for fast and precise flame
bursts.
》Neutrik PowerCON and DMX socket
》Wireless DMX function, compatible with almost all DMX console on the market, both 3 and
5-pin socket available
》Standard battery connector configuration, support 12V battery power supply
》Fitted with fireworks igniter signal port, can be triggered by fireworks igniter
》Flame effects up to 10m, with 210° swiveling angles. 70 preset flame sequences available.
》It is easier and stable to running the CIRCLE FLAMER when controlled by SHOWVEN original
host controller ZK6200/6300.
▲Technical Specifications
MODEL
Dimension
Input
Work power
DMX interface
Control
Effect height
Effect angles
Fuel
Fuel bottle capacity

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▲Overview of Control Panel
1. LCD area 2. Safety Lock 3. Indicator Light 4. DC 5V output 5. 3-pin DMX socket 6. 5-pin DMX
socket 7. Power socket 8. Fuse 9. ON/OFF switch 10. Battery socket 11. Input DC 12V-24V(fireworks
igniter signal port)
Note: When safety lock is locked. There will alarm message on LCD screen, the device enter test-
ing status, engineer can test nozzle rotate, ignition etc. but it won’t eject flame fluid.

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Explanation
Safety lock is locked, system enter testing mode
No fuel, or pump error
Evacuate pipeline error
Motor error, please check whether the nozzle was get stuck
Battery voltage > 15V or <10V for continuous 5s.
DMX signal blocked in factory mode
Error
E0 system lock
E1 Pressure
E2 Evacuate
E3 Motor Protect
E5 Battery. Over
E7 Factory Mode
•Operation Panel：
a）Main Interface:
Alarm prompts on screen when error occur，error info:
a）LED display area:
RX: radio receiving (reserved)
DMX: flash means DMX signal available, otherwise no DMX signal
ERR: turn on when there is an error
PUMP: turn on when pump is working
b）Button function:
“MENU" : switch interface to setup parameter
“+”: parameter up
“-”: parameter down
“ENTER”: Confirm and save parameters (screen will flash when parameters saved)
Note: screen display will switch to main interface if don’t press button for a long time.
First Line: DMX address
Second Line: Pressure, P: 100 means pressure is 100%; V: 13.6 means internal DC voltage is 13.6V

▲Circle Flamer Firing Angles
Press “MENU” to enter setup interface, press “MENU” to switch parameters until back to main
interface.
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Items
Set DMX address
Restrict nozzle angles
Scope
1~512
OFF/ON
Explanation
DMX address setup
Restrict nozzle angles manually
b) Interface Setup:
Press “MENU” 3s enter advanced interface, press “MENU” to switch interface, press “MENU” 3s
can back to main interface.
Items
Driven test
Scope
OFF/ON
Explanation
Regular test after error
Firing triggered by ignitor signal
Setup trigger sequence
Language switch Chinese/English Language switch
ON/OFF
1~70
Trigger through fireworks ignitor signal
Sequence triggered by fireworks ignitor
c) Advanced Interface:

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•Drive time for Effects
Time for the motor drive to related angles.
For example for the motor drive from 0°to 45°, it need 90ms, when operator design a show to
synchronize to music, this drive time must be calculated.
Angle
-90°
-75°
-60°
-45°
-30°
-105°
-15°
15°
30°
45°
60°
75°
0°
90°
105°
Drive time needed
150ms
130ms
110ms
90ms
70ms
170ms
50ms
50ms
70ms
90ms
110ms
130ms
0ms
150ms
170ms

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•Control of Circle Flamer
Sequence list
Single Ignitions List
Circle Flamer X-F1800 has 70 default sequences, you can use related channel and box number to
access certain sequence. Below, you can find sequence list and single ignitions.
Important Notice: The time period are guaranteed only when the device supplied with AC power.
The values may change when use battery.
Sequence
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
10
11
12
7
13
14
Firing Time
(For reference)
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
0.11s
15
17
18
19
20
21
16
22
24
25
26
27
28
23
29
30
Ignition
angle
-90°
-75°
-60°
-45°
-30°
-105°
-15°
15°
30°
45°
60°
75°
0°
90°
105°
-90°
-75°
-60°
-45°
-30°
-105°
-15°
15°
30°
45°
60°
75°
0°
90°
105° 110ms (40)
Ignition
Time Description Nozzle Movement
110ms (40) Single Ignition SHORT flame
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
110ms (40)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
410ms (340)
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
0.11s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
0.41s
DMX
VALUE
4
7
9
12
14
16
21
24
26
29
31
18
34
37
39
44
46
49
51
54
42
57
62
64
67
69
72
59
74
77

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Step Sequences：
Sequence
No.
31
32
33
34
35
36
38
39
40
41
42
37
43
44
Firing Time
(For reference)
DMX
VALUE
2.4s
2.4s
0.58s
0.58s
0.39s
0.39s
0.9s
1s
1s
6.89s
6.89s
0.9s
1.48s
1.48s
45
47
48
49
50
46
Step 6>10
Ignition sequence Description Nozzle
Movement
Step from 1-15 Single Ignition SHORT flame
Step from 15-1
Step 5>8>11
Step 11>8>5
Step 6>10
Step 10>6
Step 12>10>8>6>4
Step 8>6>10>4>12
Step 8>10>6>12>4
Step from 1-15
Step from 15-1
Step 4>6>8>10>12
Step 5>8>11
Step 11>8>5
Step 12>10>8>6>4
Step 8>6>10>4>12
Step 8>6>10>4>12
Step 8>10>6>12>4
Step 10>6
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition SHORT flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
Single Ignition LONG flame
0.99s
2.4s
2.4s
2.4s
2.4s
0.99s
80
83
86
89
91
94
98
100
102
105
108
96
110
113
115
120
123
125
128
118
L->R
R->L
L->R
R->L
L->R
R->L
R ->L
M>L>R>L>R
M>R>L>R>L
L->R
R->L
L->R
L->R
R->L
L->R
L->R
R->L
M>L>R>L>R
M>R>L>R>L
R->L
WAVE Sequences：
Sequence
No.
51
52
53
54
55
56
58
59
60
61
62
57
Firing Time
(For reference)
1.79s
1.79s
3.93s
3.93s
2.26s
2.26s
2.26s
1.19s
1.19s
1.19s
1.19s
2.26s
DMX
VALUE
131
133
136
138
142
144
149
152
154
156
159
147
Ignition sequence Description Nozzle
Movement
Wave 5 -->11 Middle wave sequence
Wave 11-->5
Big wave 1--15
Big wave 15--1
Wave 8-->1
Wave 8-->15
Wave 15-->8
Wave 8-->11
Wave 8-->5
Wave 5-->8
Wave 11>--8
Wave 1-->8
Middle wave sequence
LONG wave sequence
LONG wave sequence
Middle wave sequence
Middle wave sequence
SHORT wave sequence
SHORT wave sequence
SHORT wave sequence
SHORT wave sequence
SHORT wave sequence
Middle wave sequence
L->R
R->L
L->R
R->L
M->L
M->R
R->M
M->R
M->L
M->L
R->M
L->M

Function
Angle:（0~255）from -105°to 105°
（1~254）speed increase，（0 and 255）Maxi. speed
Firing:（0~253）Firing OFF，（254~255）Firing ON
Firing Time（0~255）, Firing time = DMX value * 10ms（0-2550ms）
（0~2.55s）
Firing Sequence Mode（3~181）, related sequence=DMX value/2.55
（round off）
Mode Setup（0~49）Evacuate mode（Emergency Stop），（50~200）
Firing mode，（201~255）Evacuate mode（Emergency Stop）
▲DMX Channels
Channel
Channel 1
Channel 2
Channel 3
Channel 4
Channel 5
Channel 6
•Channel Explanation
DMX value=127.5+（∠*1.2145）
%value=DMX value*（100/255）
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1.The First Channel controls the firing angle. It defines to which angle the nozzle of circle
flamer move to. The angle can be chosen anywhere between -105°to +105°(DMX value 0 to 255).
2. Since DMX value itself can only be a integral number, some angles can only be rounded up.
3.The DMX value for angle of 0°is 127.5 （round up 128）. Use this value, following formula can
be used to calculate all other angles ∠in degree. Please always note the prefix of the angle.
To calculate a DMX value in percentage, please use following formula:
Additional Sequences:
Sequence
No.
63
64
65
66
67
68
70
69
Firing Time
(For reference)
0.48s
0.48s
1.23s
1.23s
1.2s
1.2s
1.9s
1.9s
DMX
VALUE
161
165
167
170
173
175
179
177
Ignition
sequence Description Nozzle Movement
Step 2>14 Step Sequence SHORT flame
Step 14>2
Step 2>14
Step 14>2
Step 8>1
Step 8>15
Step 8>15
Step 8>1
Step Sequence SHORT flame
Step sequence LONG flame
Step sequence LONG flame
Step Sequence SHORT flame
Step Sequence SHORT flame
Step sequence LONG flame
Step sequence LONG flame
L->R
R->L
L->R
R->L
M->L
M->R
M->R
M->L

Explanation
DMX value
Speed
0
Stop
1-254
Incremental of Speed
255
Maxi.Speed
Channel 2: Speed set
Channel 3: Firing setup
DMX value
Speed
0-253
Firing OFF
254-255
Firing ON
Channel 3: Firing setup
The Second Channel defines the rotate speed. It can be set anywhere from DMX value 0 to 255.
(from static to Maxi. speed)
Speed is related to time, not to power. Leads to better synchronization of flamers. This setting
not affected by “fading”, since a synchronization can only be measured from a distance of about
8-9 DMX values (Channel 1).
1. Drive firing nozzle to start point (CH1 Angle = 0°, CH2 Speed = 255°, CH3 Firing = 0°)
2. Once nozzle reached start point, set CH2, speed (CH1 Angle = 0°, CH2 Speed = 50°, CH3 Firing
= 0°)
3. Set end point and Firing (CH1 Angle = 255°, CH2 Speed = 50°, CH3 Firing =255°)
4. The device will make a constant move to the end point and firing.
The Third Channel control firing. If DMX value reached 253, the flamer will firing. The DMX
value of this channel must fall below 254, before an ignition can be made again with the value
of 254 and 255.
If the flamer fade, must set DMX value of 255 again.
-90°
-75°
-60°
-45°
-30°
-105°
-15°
15°
30°
45°
60°
75°
0°
90°
105°
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Channel 1: angle set up
Example of Manual Firing
Channel
2
1
3
4
5
6
7
10
8
0 0%
18
36
54
73
91
109
165
128
7%
14%
65%
21%
28%
35%
64%
42%
9 146 50%
12
11
13
14
183 71%
201
219
237
78%
85%
92%
14 255 100%
Angle DMX value DMX（%）

DMX value = t/10
DMX value=2+channel number*(255/100)
% value = Channel Number
Channel 6: Mode Setup
DMX value
Mode
0-49
Evacuate Mode
50-200
Firing Mode
201-255
Evacuate Mode
Channel 6: Mode Setup
Channel 4: Firing time setup
DMX value 1
0ms
2
10ms
3
20ms
4
30ms
254............
2540ms
255
PermanentFiring time
Channel 4: Firing time setup
Firing sequence mode/related firing channel
DMX value 0~2
0ms
3~5
0
6~7
2
8~10
3
............ 11~12
70% value
0ms N/A 2 3
11~12
4
4 70
Firing
Channel
The DMX value of each preset sequence No. are listed on above sequence list table.
Following formula can be used for % value:
The Fourth Channel is Firing time setup. The firing time can be selected in steps of 10ms to
2540ms (2.54s) using the DMX values from 0 to 254.
DMX value of 255 allows a permanent firing. Firing OFF when DMX value drops below 254 at
latest after 2.5s.
Below formula can be used to calculate the firing time (ms).
The Fifth Channel allows to firing at a preset sequence. Three DMX values can be used for one
of the firing channels from above sequence list. DMX value 0 to 2 are unused. The first sequence
(Firing channel 1) starts with DMX values 3 to 5.
Below formula can be used to calculate firing channels
The Sixth Channel is handling mode. It allows operator to set the device into firing mode (DMX
value between 50 to 200), other DMX value are the test mode. Important notice: The device can
only firing at firing mode.
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CIRCLE FLAMER No. DMX Address
11
27
313
419
525
631
737
843
949
10 55
11 61
12 67
13 73
14 79
15 85
16 91
17 97
18 103
n X=6n-5
Set DMX address of CIRCLE FLAMER as below:
1. Set all channel’s DMX value to 0. Turn Channel 6 to DMX value 50 to 200.
2. Set DMX value of Channel 1 to adjust the firing angle.
3. Set Channel 5 DMX value to 0.
4. Set DMX value of Channel 4 to adjust the firing time. (For constant firing, set DMX value of
Channel 4 at 0).
5. Firing Time = DMX value * 10ms (0-2550ms)
After finish setting of above step 1-4, push channel 3 to the top (DMX value at 254-255) to firing.
NOTE: After firing, The DMX value of this channel must fall below 254, before an ignition can be
made again.
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Firing through Manual Setting
1. Set all channel’s DMX value to 0. Turn Channel 6 to DMX value 50 to 200.
2. Set Channel 1 to DMX value 128.
3. Set DMX value of Channel 5 to related firing channel value, Channel 4 setup invalid.
4. After finish setting of above step 1-3, push channel 3 to the top (DMX value at 254-255) to
firing.
NOTE: After firing, The DMX value of this channel must fall below 254, before an ignition can be
made again.
NOTE: Each unit of CIRCLE FLAMER occupy 6 channels. Error DMX address may leads to uncon-
trolled firing of CIRCLE FLAMER. Please be sure to set DMX address according to above rules.
Firing with Preset Sequence
Firing with Preset Sequence

▲Structure of Circle Flamer
1. Press F3, enter host controller configuration menu, switch device to CIRCLE FLAMER.
2. Set up the Start No. and End No. of CIRCLE FLAMER.
Press F1 return to Host controller main interface.
Press “PRE-HEAT” button on host controller panel to compress the circle flamer. When the com-
pression is ready, the LED light of related circle flamer will turn green.
1. Press 1-18 can firing the circle flamer at 0 degree.
2. Firing according to preset sequence. Choose the sequence No. eg: 31. Set the firing duration
(normally the firing duration set 0.5s, even the firing duration of choose sequence are longer
than 0.5s, it will still executed). Set the repeat counts. Press “FIRING” button start firing.
NOTE: Testing the machine by lock the system with safety lock before use.
For emergency situation need emergency stop, Press “PRE-HEAT” button on host controller panel
to evacuate the system.
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Setup of Host controller:
1. Handle
2. Firing Nozzle
3. Top Panel
4. Fuel Bottle Area
5. Control Panel
6. Safety loop

▲Maintenance
1. To maintain the system in good running status, it is recommended to running the device at
least once per month.
2. To protect the fuel pipeline and pump, it is highly recommended to add 10-20ml castor oil per
10L canister.
3. Dust, liquids residue etc. on the device will affect the performance of device and leads to poor
heat dissipation. Air compressor, cleaner or banister brush are suggested to clean the dust. Out
side panel can be wiped with a wet cloth.
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Adjustable power input design, just switch below red button to change between 110V and 220V
power input.

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