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Summary of Contents for LiveSpark FirePixel
- Page 1 Installation & User Guide FirePixel Flame Effect LiveSpark Controller Stage3D Patents Pending LiveSpark, Inc. 150 Las Vegas Blvd N #2114 ! L as Vegas, NV 89101 L i v e S p a r k , I n c .
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
System Components Description of Components System Diagram Fuel Requirements Operating Pressure Fuel Consumption Hardware Setup Instructions FirePixel Operation LiveSpark Controller Feature Summary DMX Control MIDI Control Ethernet Control via Ableton Live Stage3D Setup Instructions Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting Plumbing Diagram ... -
Page 3: Safety Information
LiveSpark FirePixel & Controller Installation & Troubleshooting Guide Important S afety I nformation The F irePixel f lame e ffect i s d esigned f or o peration b y e xperienced s pecial e ffect p rofessionals ... -
Page 4: Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing your new LiveSpark FirePixel flame effect system. This guide will introduce you to its safe operation, the FirePixel’s unique features, and provide pointers on how you can get the most out of your FirePixel for installations, stage shows, and other productions. -
Page 5: System Components
4 Propane R egulator Regulates p ropane f uel t o l ow p ressure Not included: - Mounting hardware - Propane gas canisters - iPad/PC (to access the LiveSpark Stage3D app) - DMX/MIDI cables ... - Page 6 LiveSpark Cable LiveSpark Controller FirePixel Propane Fuel Regulator...
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Page 7: Description Of Components
The FirePixel offers several key features to support special effects applications and performances: • Fuel Efficiency: The FirePixel burns fuel at an efficient rate with a maximum fuel flow rate of 50 LPM at full flame height, which consumes less than 3G of propane per hour. One standard, 16.4oz propane gas canister can last 4-6 hours with a FirePixel operating at a typical duty cycle. - Page 8 The address and real-time status of each FirePixel is displayed in 3D against the backdrop of any user-created photo. Nominal performance visualization are represented graphically as 3D blocks, or fire particle system simulation. Any FirePixel error condition that may occur such as failure to ignite, water condition, obstruction is highlighted graphically and textually on the display as it occurs.
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Page 9: System Diagram
LiveSpark FirePixel & Controller Installation & Troubleshooting Guide... -
Page 10: Fuel Requirements
Using a non-compatible fuel may damage FirePixels and void their warranty. Propane must be fully vaporized prior to conveyance into the FirePixel fuel inlet. Do not supply FirePixels from a propane tank designed to distribute propane in liquid form, such as tanks with bottom- or side-outlet valves. -
Page 11: Fuel Consumption
3G per hour. Setting the FirePixel to lower average flame heights will consume considerably less fuel, especially if flame height is varied. In common practice, a FirePixel varying its height continuously should be expected to perform for 2-6 hours on a 1LB LPG cylinder. - Page 12 Each FirePixel may be securely mounted to a variety of set structures such as truss, pipe, plate, or secured stand all by attaching a suitable mounting system to the FirePixel’s mounting provisions (the rounded corners of the FirePixel’s aluminum enclosure).
- Page 13 FirePixel is its data output. The female connector is its data input. Be sure to plan your FirePixel system layout so that each output connects to the next FirePixel’s input, forming a daisy chain pattern. The order of connection is important, since that is the order in which your FirePixels will be numerically addressed.
- Page 14 3. The final FirePixel in the daisy chain should be connected to the Controller via the remaining adapter cable. The male connector on the FirePixel sends its output via the adapter cable to the Controller. This connection is important so the Controller can receive the number of FirePixels as well as any errors they may transmit along the chain.
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Page 15: Firepixel Operation
*** NOTE: If not using an Operator Presence Control device, you must then attach the provided OPC Bypass to the XLR socket. FirePixel power flows through the OPC XLR connector via pins 2 and 3. Without this connection your FirePixels will not operate. - Page 16 *** Note: The on-board Demo is a pre-programmed flame sequence that demonstrates some of the unique features of the FirePixel flame effect. It is 4 minutes long, timed to music and authored for 5 FirePixels. Additional connected FirePixels will not be controlled when playing the demo.
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Page 17: Livespark Controller Feature Summary
Any standard DMX equipment such as a DMX light board, console, or other device that complies with the DMX protocol may be used with the LiveSpark Controller to author and control a FirePixel flame performance. A single DMX channel controls one FirePixel. -
Page 18: Midi Control
127 produces a maximum flame height. Playing a MIDI note C-2 at a velocity of 64 sets the first FirePixel in the chain to a middle flame height. Ethernet C ontrol v ia A bleton L ive ... - Page 19 The overall Gain may be adjusted by dragging up or down on the Gain knob in the FirePixel plugin pane, and this adjustment can be recorded and automated just like any other Live Automated Parameter.
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Page 20: Stage3D Setup Instructions
Ableton Live with FirePixel Plugin Stage3D S etup I nstructions Stage3D is available from LiveSpark for iPad from the iTunes app store. It allows real-time performance visualization and error monitoring for your connected FirePixel chain. Controller W i-‐Fi N etwork S etup ... - Page 21 LiveSpark FirePixel & Controller Installation & Troubleshooting Guide 3. Touch the “LiveSparkController” option that appears in your Wi-Fi network list. 4. You will be prompted for the password. The default password for the Wi-Fi network is “Livespark123!” (without the quotation marks)
- Page 22 4. Enter the new password again to confirm. Touch OK to set the password ** NOTE: Be sure the LiveSpark Controller is powered and the iPad is connected to its Wi-Fi network before launching the LiveSpark Stage3D App...
- Page 23 1. Touch the Stage3D App icon on the iPad launch screen. 2. When the app is launched, you will an empty stage image. Flame height visualization and FirePixel errors will not be displayed until the iPad is connected to the Controller’s Wi-Fi network and the Controller is broadcasting data while connected to a FirePixel chain.
- Page 24 4. Once connected, when FirePixels are ignited the correct number will appear in the app, and their flame height or error status will be displayed.
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Page 25: Frequently Asked Questions
Approximately 4 feet. FirePixels are intended to be used as a system of many (which is why they are called “pixels”). Just as a single pixel does not make a complete image, a single FirePixel does not create a complete fire performance. - Page 26 LiveSpark. 9. Does LiveSpark offer FirePixel performance programming as a service? Yes. Contact LiveSpark and we will help you create the dramatic flame experience customized for your particular application. 10. Does LiveSpark rent FirePixels? Yes.
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Page 27: Troubleshooting
Failure to Ignite 1. Press the IGNITE button on the Controller to try sparking and ignition again. 2. Check propane fuel levels. 3. Check the FirePixel has not been exposed to excessive water, if so dry it off. 4. P IGNITE... - Page 28 Not all FirePixels are displayed on the LiveSpark Stage 3D App 3. Power down and Restart the LiveSpark Controller 4. Ensure the connection from the final FirePixel in the daisy chain is properly connected to the LiveSpark Controller. ...
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Page 29: Plumbing Diagram
LiveSpark FirePixel & Controller Installation & Troubleshooting Guide FirePixels may be fueled individually using propane regulators and disposable propane fuel cylinder adapters, or via hose, an accumulator and manifolds as shown in this diagram. www.livesparkfire.com...