Important Notice: 5.0 BETA Firmware
You have selected 5.0 BETA firmware. BETA firmware is a pre-release version that includes new features and improvements, while rare, BETA firmware could contain bugs or usability issues. Please consider the following information before proceeding:
What is BETA Firmware?
- Early Access: BETA firmware allows early access to new features that are not yet available in Stable Releases.
- Testing and Feedback: It is intended for users who are willing to provide feedback and help identify any bugs or issues.
- Potential Risks: There may be minor bugs, feature limitations, or performance issues.
Important Considerations
- Are you comfortable troubleshooting and reporting any issues?
- Do you understand the steps required to revert to a Stable Release if needed?
- Do you have time to update your firmware more frequently, knowing that some updates may require a wireless reprogrammer?
Recommended Action
If you are not familiar with BETA testing, we recommend selecting the Stable Release version instead for the highest level of stability and support. For more details on our firmware release process, please review our complete guide here. If you have questions or need further assistance, please reach out to our support team.
Audio Box
- $549.99
The Audio Box boasts an internal 10-hour 2,000 mAh LiPo battery and 1.4" LCD screen. To further improve power, the charger can both power and charge the unit at the same time. This means you can leave the Audio Box plugged into power while firing to ensure constant full power.
The LCD screen displays firmware version, battery life, signal, audio filename/position, and other valuable information.
The Audio Box is a stand-alone wireless audio output device for playing music in perfect sync with your 18R2 Controller and firing modules. Simply plug the Audio Box into your sound system and start your script on the 18R2 Controller.
In addition to providing audio synchronization, the Audio Box is fully wireless, with the same range as the COBRA firing modules (1,500+ ft. line-of-sight). This allows the shooter to be in the best position for firing the show, and the Audio Box to be in the best position for playing the audio. In addition, the Audio Box uses a lite digital signal to control the audio. Compared to beefy time code feeds that can be unreliable and require a constant transmission, the lite signal is very resilient to low signal environments as the Audio Box will continue operation even if signal is lost.
You can also use the Audio Box to add wireless COBRA firing modules to existing systems (i.e PyroDigital, FireOne, Pyromate, etc...) that accept a SMPTE, FSK, or other time code feed. Simply plug the output of the Audio Box to the 3rd party firing system, start your 18R2 Controller, and the COBRA firing modules fire together with the firing modules of the 3rd party firing system controlled by the Audio Box output time code signal.
You can control multiple Audio Boxes using a single 18R2 Controller. Each Audio Box can play the same, or different MP3 audio files allowing for a lot of flexibility and creativity with your audio design.
View Audio Box User Guide View Audio Box FAQ View LiPo Battery FAQHow does it work?
- Save an MP3 audio file to a included 8GB USB thumb drive and insert into the Audio Box
- Connect your Audio Box to a sound system using a variety of line out options including headphone, RCA, or 1/4" or XLR (optional add-on
- Press the AUDIO TEST button on the Audio Box to perform a sound check. Use left and right volume controls to adjust volume
- Start your show using the 18R2 Controller. The audio plays in perfect sync.
Pausing, resuming, and adjusting timing.
- Use + and - on your 18R2 Controller to align your script forward and backwards with 1/10th of a second adjustments. You can adjust 10 seconds in either direction.
- By pausing the show (pressing ARM on remote), the audio pauses along with the script.
- Resuming the show, resumes the audio at the correct spot.
- If the Audio Box is powered off and on mid-show, the audio automatically aligns to the script.
Physical Construction | |
Dimensions | 8.7" x 7.5" x 3.9" (22.09cm x 19.05cm x 9.906cm) |
Enclosure Material | Polypropylene |
Power | Internal 14.8V 2000mAh LiPo Battery (10 hours active operation) |
Radio | |
Antenna | +5 dBm 8.5" Unidirectional Rubber Duck Antenna |
Radio Compliance | FCC CE, IC certified (ID: U90-SM220) |
Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
Range | 500m (1,650 ft) direct line of sight range w/ built-in link quality detection |
Range with MESH Technology (5.0.0 or higher firmware) | +450m (1,500 ft) per device (up to a total of 10 hops per device) |
Encryption | IEEE Mac Address / Encrypted Data |
Optional Accessories | |
Audio Box Single or Dual XLR Kit |
Your Audio Box will include the below:
- Audio Box with 1.4" (3.6cm) LCD Screen
- Antenna
- 8GB COBRA Approved USB Flash Drive
- 14.8V 2000mAh LiPo Battery
- LiPo Charger (Choice of region)
COBRA Audio Box: MP3 Format
A video demonstration on how to format your MP3 Audio File for the COBRA Audio Box. Presented by Tim from Fireworks Show.