Scott Smith
Articles
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Recall Notice - COBRA 7.0 BETA Firmware (Critical Issue)
Note that this issue has been resolved in the COBRA 7.1 BETA Firmware Release. Dear COBRA 7.0 BETA Testing Customers, We are writing to inform you of a critical issue discovered within t...
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Recall Notice - COBRA 7.0 BETA Firmware (Critical Issue)
Note that this issue has been resolved in the COBRA 7.1 BETA Firmware Release. Dear COBRA 7.0 BETA Testing Customers, We are writing to inform you of a critical issue discovered within th...
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COBRA Firmware Version 7.0.2 Critical Release
The 7.0.2 critical release includes a patch to the 18R2 and 36M/72M with the following fixes: Modules will not fire the script if the script's first event is a STEP event and all other events in t...
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COBRA Firmware Version 6.1.1 Critical Release
The 6.1.1 critical release includes a patch to the 18R2 that prevents modules from firing if the script's first event is a STEP event and all other events in the script are timed events. If your sc...
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Known Firmware Issues 6.1.x and 7.1.x - July 10th, 2024
The following are known firmware issues that exist within the current 6.X and 7.X firmware versions. The issues are categorized into critical and non-critical issues. Critical issues will impact a ...
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How do I tell which hardware version I have?
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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What is MESH, and how does it work?
Quality line-of-site (LOS) is an important consideration when placing your COBRA remote and firing modules for a show. However, when using our MESH technology, LOS is less critical as the firing mo...
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Signal Strength Basics: What It Is and How to Maximize It
IntroductionMany of the items we find useful, enjoyable, and often-times necessary are provided by wireless communication. Consider the GPS service we use to find our destination, satellite televis...
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How does an MJG initiator work?
When you connect the MJG initiator to a power source and complete a continuous circuit, the current will flow to the match head, which has a bridge wire coated in a pyrotechnic composition. The cur...
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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.