Zach Gilbert
Director Customer Operations COBRA Firing Systems
Articles
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Why does my Audio Box sound so quiet?
Generally, it is normal for the Audio Box to sound quieter than expected for most audio systems; however, the audio should resonate fully and completely with the volume knobs at 80-90%. If the aud...
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How weather resistant is the 18M and what protective options exist?
The 18M is water-resistant; its enclosure is 2.5mm thick ABS plastic with an impact and thermal resistant black armored plating on the top. The keypad has custom walls that push against the top enc...
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Can I operate the 18R2 without an antenna, if so, what is the range and will it damage the device?
In the event that an antenna is lost for the 18R2 controller, your COBRA firing system can still be operated without the use of the omnidirectional antenna. When not using an antenna on the COBRA 1...
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What are the different type of scripts that are supported?
Scripting is the process of creating/designing your show in advance. When designing your show, you will typically create a single script possibly with a soundtrack, if you are designing a show with...
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Can I use multiple audio outputs at the same time?
The COBRA Audio Box features multiple audio output connections allowing you to connect the device to a wide array of audio devices. In some cases, you may want to use multiple audio outputs from th...
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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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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...