Maintaining your 18M is essential for ensuring long-term functionality and reliable operation. To provide your 18M firing module with years of reliable usage we recommend a few best practices when it comes to storing and caring for your COBRA 18M firing Module.
- Remove batteries, and inspect contacts to ensure no corrosion or visual damage.
- If you have LiPo batteries, please follow the COBRA lipo batteries best practices.
- Confirm that 9V battery contacts are bowed out at a similar distance and that the batteries snap in tightly.
- Check all buttons to confirm none are sticking and that they bounce back after release.
- Check all LEDs and 7-segment displays. Note that if an LED or 7-segment display bar is not functioning, the unit will still operate normally. Please reach out to help@cobrafiringsystem.com to inquire about repair or a warranty claim.
- Check the antenna connector and confirm there is no corrosion or damage. Ensure that the antenna screws on smoothly and the connector does not rotate freely.
- Confirm the USB connector or other connectors are not damaged, corroded, or have any physical issues.
- For any cue strips, DB25, CEN50, or Quick Plug connectors, use a coarse paintbrush and isopropyl alcohol to remove any debris. For cleaning, do not use any chemicals, a damp wet cloth is sufficient.
- Confirm the battery door snaps on and off correctly.
- Store in a dry, room-temperature environment.
- Check system signal: Confirm modules are operating within specifications and conduct a signal test at 100'. Normal signal operations at 100' are -40 to -65 (or better) on firmware 5.1.x or higher. If you are seeing signal values higher contact help@cobrafiringsystems.com as there can be variances within transivers that do not translate to significantly worse signals at further distances. Please see our module support document on how to conduct system signal tests.
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