Scott Smith
Articles
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Re-Firing Cues and Pulse Times in Scripting
Re-firing of cues is when a cue on a module fires multiple times during your script. A variable pulse time is when you control how long that cue is on. For example, you may want channel 01 to fire ...
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Charging
The 6M has a charge port on the side of the unit that supports COBRA branded module chargers only; the charger for the 18M, 36M, and 72M will also safely charge the 6M. Do not use any other type o...
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Understanding Firmware Versions
The COBRA firing systems ecosystem consists of many devices including the 18R2, 18M, 36M, 72M, 6M, and Audio Box. Firmware is the embedded software in our hardware that gives life to the device. CO...
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Hardware versions and what that means for me
As the COBRA system continues to evolve, we may introduce a new hardware version for a specific device or multiple devices to support new firmware and the enhanced functionality that may be availab...
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Creating and Formatting the MP3 Soundtrack
Before your COBRA Audio Box will properly play your .MP3 file for your pyro-musical you will need to format your MP3 soundtrack using a sound editing program such as Audacity. If you use a sound ed...
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Configure Script to Support the Audio Box
For the Audio Box to play the MP3 file when the 18R2 script begins, you need to enable the Audio Box argument in the script header row, column E (see below). Performing this varies depending on wha...
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How long does it take to receive MJG initiators (and what is the difference between USPS and UPS)?
When ordering MJG initiators it is important to factor in the shipping time. This is even more important as major holidays near as shipping times can be extended due to higher than normal shipping ...
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Can I upgrade my 18R2 to support SMPTE time code input?
Yes, you can upgrade your 18R2 to support SMPTE time code by purchasing the SMPTE Upgrade Kit and installing firmware version 5.1.1 or higher. For more information on SMPTE, see SMPTE User Guide.
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SMPTE Sensitivity Options
When configuring your 18R2 script to use SMPTE, you have two options: Timecode1 and Timecode2. Timecode1 - The 18R2 will continue to fire even if the timecode is lost or the quality is too poor. Th...
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What tablets do you recommend, and will COBRA sell me one?
COBRA does not currently offer tablets for use with the Command Center, but our Control Panel product page contains our recommendation guidelines. The Command Center tablet mounts will accommodate ...