Zach Gilbert
Director Customer Operations COBRA Firing Systems
Articles
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The speaker terminals on my cue strip are broken, how do I repair it?
In most cases, it is not possible to repair a broken cue strip and it must be replaced. Cue strips can be purchased directly from COBRA and are easily installed using only a screwdriver. Please vis...
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Is it possible to clone an 18R2 so I can have a backup during my show?
No, it is not possible to clone your 18R2.
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COBRA Firmware Version 5.0.X BETA Release
The 5.0.2 / 5.0.3 / 5.0.5 release is our current BETA release for the new 5.0 firmware version. If you are currently operating the 5.0.0 BETA release, we recommend you upgrade to the 5.0.2 / 5.0.3 ...
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How many total events can a script support?
With firmware version 5.1 and lower, the COBRA Firing System supports 1,800 unique events in a script. Firmware version 6.0 and higher will support up to 7,200 individual events per script. For mor...
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Why is the red power switch light blinking when I power on the Audio Box?
If the red power light is blinking every time you power on the device, it is likely due to the firmware mismatching on the transceiver and the processor. If you are performing a firmware update and...
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What is shooting wire and what is the difference between 22 and 24 AWG?
Shooting wire, also called scab wire, is used to extend the length of lead wire on the igniter by twisting the wires together. The difference between 22 and 24AWG is thickness. 22AWG is thicker, al...
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Will the 18R2 Controller lose sync or scripts when the batteries are removed?
No, removing the batteries from the 18R2 Controller will not cause you to lose sync or script information. Script and module addresses are stored on the 18R2 even if the 18R2 is powered off or if ...
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COBRA Firmware Version 4.0.0 BETA Release
The 4.0 firmware release introduces a brand new product called the COBRA Control Panel. This is an Android-based app that provides a full touch screen user interface to your 18R2. Alongside the new...
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What is the difference between series and parallel wiring?
Within an electrical system, two basic circuits are series and parallel. Knowing the pros and cons of each within your display is important as it can affect the number of igniters you can fire on a...
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Can I use rechargeable batteries with the 18R2?
We do not recommend using rechargeable batteries in the 18R, 18R2, or any of our modules. The reason we do not recommend using rechargeable batteries is due to their varying voltage and current ran...