ZLHulaHoops ZL Pandora User manual

ZL PANDORA
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Table of Contents
1. ZL PANDORA Smart LED Hoop ............................................................................................................. 2
1.1. About ............................................................................................................................................. 3
1.2. Included in Box ............................................................................................................................... 5
1.3. Battery Charging ............................................................................................................................. 7
1.4. Turning Hoop On/Off ....................................................................................................................... 9
1.5. Support & Help.............................................................................................................................. 11
2. ZL PANDORA Navigation System........................................................................................................ 12
2.1. ZL Pandora 24 Key Remote .......................................................................................................... 14
2.2. HOM Mode – Orange .................................................................................................................. 18
2.3. R D Modes................................................................................................................................... 20
2.3.1. Pattern Vault Mode ............................................................................................................... 24
2.3.2. Color Wheel Mode ................................................................................................................ 27
2.3.3. Offset Mode .......................................................................................................................... 31
2.4. GR N Modes.............................................................................................................................. 33
2.4.1. Fade Mode............................................................................................................................ 38
2.4.2. Strobe Mode ......................................................................................................................... 39
2.4.3. Background Mode ................................................................................................................. 40
2.4.4. Overlay Mode ....................................................................................................................... 41
2.5. DARK ORANG Shuffle Mode ...................................................................................................... 43
2.6. PINK Heart Mode – Favorites........................................................................................................ 45
2.7. R S T ZL PANDORA .................................................................................................................. 46
3. How To Step By Step ........................................................................................................................... 49
3.1. Start Shuffle Mode ....................................................................................................................... 50
3.2. Stop Shuffle .................................................................................................................................. 54
3.3. Setup Brightness........................................................................................................................... 55
3.4. Turn Smart Mode ON/OFF ........................................................................................................... 56
3.5. Setup Shuffle Mode....................................................................................................................... 58
3.5.1. Shuffle A Single Pattern ........................................................................................................ 61
3.5.2. Shuffle A Single Group.......................................................................................................... 63
3.5.3. Shuffle All Groups ................................................................................................................. 65
3.5.4. Shuffle Randomly.................................................................................................................. 67
3.5.5. Shuffle My Favorite Groups................................................................................................... 69
3.5.6. Shuffle My User Presets ....................................................................................................... 71
3.5.7. Change Pattern Frequency Time Frame................................................................................ 73
3.6. Select Groups/Patterns in Pattern Vault Mode............................................................................... 76
3.6.1. Selecting a Pattern................................................................................................................ 80
3.6.2. Selecting a Group of Patterns ............................................................................................... 82
3.6.3. Set Up Favorite Groups ........................................................................................................ 84
3.6.4. Pattern Groups ..................................................................................................................... 86

3.7. Setup Colors in Color Mode .......................................................................................................... 87
3.7.1. Shuffle using Single Selected Color Wheel ........................................................................... 91
3.7.2. Load Other Color Wheels...................................................................................................... 92
3.7.3. Shuffle Using all 9 Colors Wheels ......................................................................................... 94
3.7.4. Shuffe All Hoop In Rainbow .................................................................................................. 95
3.7.5. Shuffe Other Hues Rainbow Color ........................................................................................ 96
3.7.6. Shuffle All Pattern in Selected Color ..................................................................................... 97
3.8. Setup Pattern Offset Mode ............................................................................................................ 99
3.8.1. Shut Off Offset .................................................................................................................... 101
3.8.2. Offset Pattern By Pixel Size ................................................................................................ 102
3.8.3. Offset Pattern By Pattern Size ............................................................................................ 104
3.8.4. Show Pattern A Certain Number Of Times On The Hoop .................................................... 106
3.8.5. Add Background Color When Offset Pattern ....................................................................... 108
3.8.6. Remove Background Color When Offset Pattern................................................................. 109
3.9. Turn Fade Mode On/Off .............................................................................................................. 110
3.10. Turn Strobe Mode On/Off .......................................................................................................... 112
3.10.1. Add White Strobe.............................................................................................................. 114
3.10.2. Add Black Strobe .............................................................................................................. 115
3.11. Turn Background Mode On/Off.................................................................................................. 116
3.12. Turn Overlay Mode On/Off ........................................................................................................ 118
3.13. How To Reset ZL Pandora ........................................................................................................ 121
3.13.1. How To Do A Soft Reset ................................................................................................... 124
3.13.2. How To Do A Hard Reset .................................................................................................. 126
3.14. How To Sync > = 2 Hoops......................................................................................................... 127
3.15. Save Favorite Patterns in User Presets ..................................................................................... 128
3.16. Delete Favorite Patterns in User Preset .................................................................................... 130

1. ZL PANDORA Smart LED Hoop
h1. Interactive US R GUID
For ZL PANDORA
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1.1. About
Almost one year in the making (Released November 2017), borrowed some features of the original ZL
Hoop, gave some of its awesomeness to ZL Hoop Gen 2 (summer of 2017) and continued on it’s journey to
greatness! Hand made with love, passion, determination and continued commitment to push the technology
to it’s limits, bring innovation to each iteration and follow our vision to produce a product that is unique and
different than what has been the norm in the industry.
The ZL Pandora is entirely designed, hand build and assembled in house from beginning to end in
Marietta, eorgia, USA.
When designing the ZL Pandora 5/8, we wanted to strip it down of any unnecessary bloating, gadgets like
joysticks, additional sensors, and other pieces, but rather put all the focus on the software and make sure all
the features are functional and produce mesmerizing visual effects, using the L DS as user display, using
the remote to configure hoop and much more. We always thought this is the point of having a Smart L D
Hoop. Not only you have lots of patterns but each is like a template and can be independently configured.
Not only can you select dimness at the strip level but each pattern uses different levels of dimness to also
add depth. very mode is rich with additional options and settings making the Smart Hoop completely
customizable to your preference, making each pattern completely customizable and that using only the
remote.
To Reproduce a single pattern and all it’s combinations on an image upload hoop, it would require a
truck load of Smart Hoops and still it would not be able to produce triple layer motions!
As for the weight we got inspired by super cars and quickly realized that to produce high performance,
everything has to go, choice of materials need to be light weight. If a small battery weighs ~0.3 oz having
over 4 already adds 1+ oz to the weight. This is how we achieved to push down the weight to almost the
same as a day hoop. Using 5/8 vs 3/4 this removes yet an additional ~3 oz off the weight. Step by Step we
redesigned multiple times until we reduced every possible piece of the hoop, down to every screw and
connection.
Weighs only ~2.5 oz more than day hoop
Double Density L DS
Removable Battery
Seamless Connection
1600 + Smart Unique Patterns giving you, Millions of combinations
Independent Triple Layers (Motion Backgrounds, 1600 Patterns, Motion Foreground)
Add on SFX to all patterns Fades, Strobes, Backgrounds, Overlays each with multiple options and settings
1 Year Warranty
Perfectly Balanced
The ZL Pandora also comes with a Triple Layer Technology, allowing you to run 3 independent
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Layers 1 on top of each other. This produces magical special effects on top of the 1600 Smart
Unique Patterns.
ALL THIS PACKED INTO A 5/8 Smart Hoop!
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1.2. Included in Box
The ZL Pandora comes with everything you need to get your flow started!
1 x ZL Pandora
1 x ZL 24 Key IR Remote Control
1 x Double Slot Lithium-ion Battery Charger
2 x Lithium-ion 10440 Rechargeable Batteries
1× (4) Battery Carry Case
1 x CR-2032 Replacement Remote Battery
1 x Sanding Paper 80 Grits
1 x Petrolatum Jelly
1 x Brush to apply Petrolatum Jelly
1x Waterproof Festival Pouch
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1x ZLHulaHoops Bracelet
1x ZL Logo Sticker
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1.3. Battery Charging
Fully Charge Batteries Before Using ZL Pandora for the First Time!
Warning: Do not use any other batteries then the ones Provided by Zillion Lights LLC.
The ZL Pandora uses 1 × 10440 Lithium-ion 3.7v Battery
24 Key IR Remote Uses 1 x CR-2031 Coin Battery
Important Safety instructions and warning for LI-ION Batteries
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• You must read these safety instructions and warnings before using or charging your batteries.
• Lithium Polymer and Li-ion batteries are volatile. Failure to read and follow the below instructions may
result in fire, personal injury and damage to property if charged or used improperly.
• By purchasing Lithium Polymer and Li-ion battery, the buyer assumes all risks associated with lithium
batteries.
• Li-Ion and Polymer batteries may explode and cause fire if misuse or defective.
• When charging Batteries, please don’t leave battery pack and charger on the wood material or carpet
and unattended.
• Must keep Li-Ion batteries away from children.
• Never make wrong polarity connection when charging and discharging batteries. Always double check
polarity of battery’s connector to make sure red wire to red wire and black wire to black wire.
• Lithium batteries has it’s cycle life, please replace old battery with new one when it reaches it’s
service life or when it is two year old, whichever comes first.
eneral uidelines and Warning
Use specific Lithium Polymer/Li-ion charger only. Do not use a NiMH or NiCd charger-
Failure to do so may a cause fire, which may result in personal injury and property damage.
Never charge batteries unattended. When charging LiPo/Li-ion batteries you should always
remain in constant observation to monitor the charging process and react to potential
problems that may occur.
Some LiPo/Li-ion chargers on the market may have technical deficiencies that may cause it
to charge the LiPo/Li-ion batteries incorrectly or at an improper rate. It is your responsibility
solely to assure the charger you purchased works properly. Always monitor charging
process to assure batteries are being charged properly. Failure to do so may result in fire.
If at any time you witness a battery starting to balloon, swell up, smoke or hot, discontinue
charging process immediately, disconnect the battery and observe it in a safe place for
approximately 15 minutes. This may cause the battery to leak, and the reaction with air may
cause the chemicals to ignite, resulting in fire.
Since delayed chemical reaction can occur, it is best to observe the battery as a safety
precaution observation should occur in a safe area outside of any building or vehicle and
away from any combustible material.
Wire lead shorts can cause fire! If you accidentally short the wires, the battery must be
placed in a safe area for observation for approximately 15 minutes. Additionally, if a short
occurs and contact is made with metal (such as rings on your hand), severe injuries may
occur due to the conductibility of electric current.
A battery can still ignite even after 10 minutes.
In the event of a crash due to bad shipment or other reason, you must remove battery for
observation and place in a safe open area away from any combustible material for
approximately 15 minutes.
Never store or charge battery pack inside your car in extreme temperatures, since extreme
temperature could ignite fire.
Never drop the batteries.
We suggest you put the battery in an enclosure to protect it from damages by liquid or
dropping from height accidentally.
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1.4. Turning Hoop On/Off
The ZL Pandora uses 1 × 10440 Battery at a time
Warning: Do not reverse polarity!
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Upon sliding the push button to the ON position the ZL Pandora will execute it’s start sequence and
immediately begin to shuffle Patterns.
If you feel that batteries are heating up or you have reversed polarity and hoop does not
start turn hoop off immediately. Discard batteries as they might have been damaged. Never
use damaged batteries as this may cause unintended results. Read all the warnings under
Battery Charging. Zillion Lights LLC does not manufacture batteries and we strive to
purchase the highest grade of battery available at the current time
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To Stop Shuffle click on Home Button once to pause and once to nter the Home Mode.
To Start Shuffle again click on Any Numeric Button from the Home Mode. This will
resume shuffle.
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1.5. Support & Help
Website ZLHulaHoops.com (Documentation, Tutorials and Product Information)
Facebook ZLHulaHoops, Available on CHAT under Maria Stan
Facebook Club for Owners ZL Club
Instagram @ZLHulaHoops or #ZLHoop, #ZLHulaHoops, #ZillionLights, #ZLPandora
Youtube Channel ZLHulaHoops
mail: [email protected]
Phone: [phone]
Mail To: Zillion Lights LLC 2550 Sandy Plains RD #225-243 Marietta, GA 30066 United States of America
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2. ZL PANDORA Navigation System
ZL Pandora has a navigation menu that is primarily used for setting up different options and configuring
the hoop when you desire to use different functionality. The L D Display provides feedback to the user
during the setup process.
ZL Pandora starts in smart shuffle mode and remembers the last settings you have selected previously.
Smart Shuffle Mode CW: By Default this mode is turned on and indicated by 2 Magenta L DS On in the
Home Screen
The Smart SFX mode is off by default. To turn it on click arrow UP when in the Home Mode.
The Menu Flow System Steps:
1. From Home Mode , you enter into Other Modes
TIP: You can shuffle for many hours and do not see the same pattern again.
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2. Once in a Red Mode click on the same mode button to choose Options
3 Once in reen Modes click on the same mode button to turn Mode On/Off
4. Once in Orange Mode
4.1. click on the same mode to turn the Mode On/Off
4.2.
5. Once in Pink Mode click on the mode to Save your pattern and the configurations selected.
6. Use Arrow Keys to Choose Options or Settings when you see WHITE LEDS
7. Use Numeric Keypad to Choose Options or Settings when you see BLUE LEDS
8. xit Home Mode , this saves the Options & Settings you selected for the respective Mode or
turns the Mode On/Off.
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2.1. ZL Pandora 24 Key Remote
ZL Pandora 24 Key Remote is used to configure and customize the hoop. The hoop always starts in shuffle
mode and last configurations that was saved.
RED MODES – Always ON, User Customization
REEN MODES – On/Off, SFX add onto Patterns and Hoop
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RED MODES – Configuration Buttons
1- Brightness Button
2- Pattern Vault Button
3- Color Wheel Button
4- Offset Button
REEN MODES – SFX Add On Configuration Buttons
1- Fade Button
2- Strobe Button
3- Background Button
4- Overlay Button
DARK ORAN E MODE – Shuffle Configuration Button
1- Shuffle Config Button
2- Reset Arrow Down Button when in Shuffle Config Off Mode
PINK MODE – Save Favorite Patterns & Save Favorite roups Button
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1- Save Favorite Pattern/Group Button
2- In Save Favorite Pattern save in multiple slots
3- In Save Favorite Pattern delete multiple slots
LI HT ORAN E MODE – Home Mode & Fast Config Change + Smart SFX & Color Wheel On/Off
1- Home Button
2- Arrow Up Smart SFX Mode On/Off
3- Arrow Down Smart Color Wheel Mode On/Off
4- Fast Color Wheel Mode Option Change Button
5- Fast Shuffle Mode Option Change Button
BLUE Numeric Keypad & Color Keys – Starts ZL Pandora Shuffle Mode
1- Numeric Keypad Buttons / Use Colors to Start in Selected Color
2- Toggle button Red Color/White Color/Leds Off
WHITE Arrow Keys – Used in Modes to Select Options & Settings
1- Left Right Buttons for Selection when Options/Settings L DS are white
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2- Up Down Buttons for Selection when Options/Settings L DS are white
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2.2. HOME Mode – Orange
Home Mode Hoop Display
Fast Access from Home Mode
Use this button to change brightness level, there are 4 options and notice Yellow Led next to
Battery Gauge
Change Shuffle Modes, by Default set to shuffle all Groups.
Option 1 – Shuffle only selected pattern group (1st L D Yellow out of 4) as showing on picture above
Option 2 – Shuffle all Groups (2nd L D Yellow out of 4)
Option 3 – Shuffle Randomly (3rd L D Yellow out of 4)
Important
1- To Enter into Any Mode User has to be in Home Mode
2- To Return to this Mode from Any Other Mode Press Home Button , this will
exit or Stop the Hoop Shuffle
3- If you are in any other Mode then Home, you will not be able to Enter other Modes
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