Planet Eclipse Ego 11 User Manual

ADHERE STRICTLY TO THESE AND ALL OTHER

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PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTION MANUALS BEFORE USE.

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The Eclipse Ego11 is not a toy. PAINTBALL SAFETY RULES MUST BE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES.

Careless or improper use, including failure to follow

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instructions and warnings within this User Manual and attached to the Ego11 could cause death or serious injury.

Do not remove or deface any warnings attached to

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the Ego11.

Paintball industry standard eye/face/ear and head

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protection designed specifically to stop paintballs and meeting ASTM standard F1776 (USA) or CE standard (Europe) must be worn by user and any person within range. Proper protection must be worn during assembly, cleaning and maintenance.

Never shoot at a person who is not wearing proper

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protection.

Never look directly into the barrel of the marker.

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Accidental discharge into the eyes may cause permanent injury or death. Never look into the barrel or breech area of the Ego11 whilst the marker is switched on and able to fire.

Keep the Ego11 switched off until ready to shoot.

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Treat every marker as if it is loaded and ready to fire.

WARNING

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The electronic on/off is the markers safety, always

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switch off the marker when not in use.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES!

Always fit a barrel-blocking device to the Ego11 when

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not in use.

Always remove all paintballs from the Ego11 when

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not in use on the field of play.

Never point the Ego11 at anything you do not intend

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to shoot.

Do not shoot at persons at close range.

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Do not field strip or remove any parts while the

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marker is pressurised.

Do not fire the Ego11 without the bolt in the breech,

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as high-pressure gas will be emitted.

Do not fire the Ego11 without the bolt pin locked

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securely in place.

Never put your finger or any foreign objects into the

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paintball feed tube of the Ego11.

Never allow pressurised gas to come into contact

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with any part of your body.

Always remove the first stage regulator and relieve

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all residual gas pressure from the Ego11 before disassembly.

Always remove the first stage regulator and relieve all

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residual gas pressure from the Ego11 for transpor t and storage.

Always follow guidelines given with your first stage

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regulator for safe transportation and storage.

Always store the Ego11 in a secure place.

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ADHERE STRICTLY TO THESE AND ALL OTHER

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES!

Persons under 18 years of age must have adult

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supervision when using or handling the Ego11.

Observe all local and national laws, regulations and

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guidelines.

Use only professional paintball fields where codes of

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safety are strictly enforced. Use compressed air/nitrogen only. DO NOT use any

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other compressed gas or pressurised liquid including CO

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Always follow instructions, warnings and guidelines given with any first stage regulator you use with the Ego11.

Use 0.68 calibre paintballs only.

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Always measure your markers velocity before playing paintball, using a suitable chronograph.

Never shoot at velocities in excess of 300 feet (91.44

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meters) per second, or at velocities greater than local or national laws allow.

Any installations, modifications or repairs should be

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carried out by a qualified individual at a licensed and insured paintball facility.

THIS USER MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE PRODUCT IN THE EVENT OF RESALE OR NEW OWNERSHIP. SHOULD YOU BE UNSURE AT ANY STAGE YOU MUST SEEK EXPERT

ADVICE ! SEE SERVICE CENTRES PAGE 73

THIS USERS MANUAL IS IN ENGLISH.

It contains important safety guidelines and Instructions. Should you be unsure at any stage, or unable to understand the contents within this manual you must seek expert advice.

LE MODE D’EMPLOI EST EN ANGLAIS.

Il contient des instructions et mesures de sécurité importantes. En cas de doute, ou s’il vous est impossible de comprendre le contenu du monde d’emploi, demandez conseil à un expert.

ESTE MANUAL DE USUARIOS (OPERARIOS) INGLÉS.

Contiene importantes normas de seguridad e

USARIOS ESTÁ EN

instrucciones. Si no está seguro de algùn punto o no entiende los contenidos de este manual debe consultar con un experto.

DIESE BEDIENUNGS - UND BENUTZERANLEITUNG IST IN ENGLISCH.

Sie enthålt wichtige Sicherheitsrichtlinen und bestimmungen. Solten Sie sich in irgendeiner Weise unsicher sein, oder den Inhalte dies Heftes nicht verstehen, lassen Sie sich bitte von einen Experten beraten.

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QUICK SET-UP

ORIENTATION

USING THE EGO11

MENU TREE

ADVANCED SET-UP

MAINTENANCE

FAULT FINDING

SERVICE CENTRES

PARTS LIST

SPARES & ACCESSORIES

ECLIPSE E-PORTAL

INDEX

WARNING

6 QUICK SET-UP

Details on how to get up and running quickly with your Ego11. This section is essential reading for everyone.

6 > SWITCHING ON THE EGO11 > SWITCHING OFF THE EGO11 > FIRING THE EGO11 > THE EGO11 CIRCUIT BOARD 7 > USING THE BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM 8 > FACTORY SET-UP GUIDE 9 > INSTALLING A 9V BATTERY

10 ORIENTATION

Names the component parts of the Ego11 Marker. This section is essential reading for everyone.

10 > THE ECLIPSE EGO11 11 >

ECLIPSE SHAFT4 BARREL 12 > SL3 INLINE REGULATOR > LOW PRESSURE REGULATOR 13 > CURE3+ BOLT ASSEMBLY > ZICK2 RAMMER ASSEMBLY 14 > EGO11 SOLENOID ASSEMBLY 15 > 2011 PUSH OPERATED PURGE SYSTEM ASSEMBLY 16 > THE EGO11 NAVIGATION CONSOLE 17 > OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW

18 USING YOUR EGO11

Detailed information on how to use and interact with the Ego11 via its user interface.

18 > SETTING UP YOUR EGO11 > INSTALLING A PRESET AIR SYSTEM 19 > T-SLOT MOUNTING SYSTEM > STRAIGHT HOSE FITTINGS > MACROLINE HOSING

CONTENTS

20 > ATTACHING A LOADER 21 > SETTING THE TRIGGER 23 > ADJUSTING THE VELOCITY > ADJUSTING THE LPR PRESSURE

24 > SOLENOID FLOW RESTRICTORS 25 > USER INTERFACE > RUN SCREEN LAYOUT 26 > THE BBSS INDICATOR > THE AUX OUT INDICATOR 27 > THE SOUND INDICATOR > THE TRIGGER DETECTION INDICATOR 28 > THE LOCK INDICATOR > THE BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR > THE GAME TIMER > THE SHOT COUNTER 29 > THE ACTUAL RATE OF FIRE > THE PEAK RATE OF FIRE > THE MENU SYSTEM

30 MENU TREE

A quick reference guide to the user interface.

34 ADVANCED SET-UP

In depth information on setting up the Ego11.

34 > ACCESSING THE MENU SYSTEM > MOVING AROUND THE MENUS > ALTERING PARAMETERS 35 > THE MAIN MENU 36 > PRESET > LOAD -The Load Preset Parameter > SAVE -The Save Preset Parameter 37 > FIRE MODE -The Fire Mode Parameter > ROF CAP -The Rate of Fire Cap Parameter 38 > BS ON ROF -The Maximum Rate of Fire Parameter

39 > RAMP SETUP -The Ramp Set-up Menu > TYPE -The Ramp Type Parameter > RATE -The Linear Ramp Rate Parameter > SEMI SHOTS -The Ramp Start Parameter > KICK IN -The Ramp Kick-In Parameter

> SUSTAIN -The Sustain Rate Parameter

> RESTART -The Ramp Restar t Parameter > TIMING -The Timing Menu > DWELL -The Dwell parameter

-The Preset Menu

BS OFF ROF -

Rate of Fire With BBSS Off Parameter

> FSD COMP -The First Shot Drop-off

Compensation Parameter 41

> FSD DLY -The First Shot Drop-off

Delay Parameter

> FILTER -The Filter Menu > DEBOUNCE -The Debounce Parameter

> EMPTY -The Breech Empty Time Parameter

> FULL -The Breech Full Time Parameter

> PULL TM -The Trigger Pull Time Parameter > RELEASE TM -

> PULL PT -The Trigger Pull Point Parameter

> RELEASE PT -The Trigger Release Point Parameter

> BASIC TRIGGER FILTER SET-UP 43 > ADVANCED TRIGGER FILTER SET-UP > HARDWARE

> TRIGGER -The Trigger Parameter

SOLENOID -The Solenoid Power Parameter

44 >

> SOUND -The Sound Parameter

> TONES -The Tones Parameter > BACKLIGHT > RED LEVEL 45 > GRN LEVEL

> BLU LEVEL -The Backlight Blue Level Parameter

> AUX OUT -The AUX Out Parameter

> DBL-CLICK -The Double Clicking Parameter > AUTO OFF -The Auto Off Parameter 46 > TRAINING -The Training Parameter

> SHOT COUNT -The Shot Count Menu

> GAUGE -The Gauge Parameter

> GAUGE MAX -The Gauge Max Parameter 47 > TIMER -The Game Timer Menu

> GAME -The Game Timer Parameter > ALARM > START -The Start Parameter

The Trigger Release Time Parameter

-The Hardware Menu

-The Backlight Parameter

-The Backlight Red Level Parameter

-The Backlight Green Level Parameter

-The Alarm Parameter

48 MAINTENANCE

A guide to performing routine maintenance.

48 >

THE BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM (BBSS) 50 > THE SL3 INLINE REGULATOR 52 >

ADVANCED SL3 INLINE REGULATOR MAINTENANCE 53 > THE CURE3+ BOLT

54 > THE LOW PRESSURE REGULATOR (LPR) 56 > THE ZICK2 RAMMER ASSEMBLY 58 > REMOVING THE FRAME 59 > ATTACHING THE FRAME 60 > THE TRIGGER ASSEMBLY 62 > THE SOLENOID MANIFOLD 64 > THE EGO11 SOLENOID VALVE 65 > THE EXHAUST VALVE ASSEMBLY 68 > THE PUSH OPERATED PURGE SYSTEM (POPS)

70 FAULT FINDING

Information on how to resolve any problems that might arise with your Ego11.

73 SERVICE CENTRES

Information on the location of your nearest Ego11 Service Centre.

74 PARTS LIST

A table of components that make up the Ego11.

78 SPARES & ACCESSORIES

Available upgrade / repair kits for your Ego11.

79 ECLIPSE E-PORTAL

Information on the Eclipse E-Portal upgrade kit.

80 INDEX

Ego11 Manual Index

WARRANTY CARD

Tear-out product registration card to be completed and returned. Alternatively register online at

www.planeteclipse.com

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SWITCHING ON THE EGO11

To switch on the Ego11 press the button twice in quick succession, referred to elsewhere in this manual as ‘double-clicking’. The Ego11 can also be switched on by pushing and holding the button

(FIGURE 1A).

SWITCHING OFF THE EGO11

Press and hold the button until the display shows “TURN OFF”. Release the button and re-press it to turn off the Ego11. Alternatively double click the button to enter the menu tree then press to turn off the Ego11.

FIRING THE EGO11

Pull the Trigger to fire the Ego11. The entire firing sequence is controlled electronically by the Ego11 Circuit Board, enabling any user to easily achieve high rates of fire.

THE EGO11 CIRCUIT BOARD

There are four sockets on the Ego11 Circuit Board; the BBSS socket Auxiliary socket to which third party products such as loaders and RF transmitters can be connected using the relevant wiring harness Board socket which connects the Eclipse E-Portal USB Daughter Board to the Ego11

(A)

, the Ego11 Solenoid socket

(C)

and the Expansion

(D)

(SEE FIGURE 1B).

(B)

, the

2,3

FIG 1A

The double clicking feature is user selectable, factory default is set

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to on. It can be turned off using the Double Click parameter in the Hardware Menu (see page 45).

The Auxiliary socket is turned on and off manually via the AUX OUT

parameter in the Hardware menu on page 45.

Eclipse E-Portal sold separately (see page 79).

FIG 1B

USING THE BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM

The Break Beam Sensor System, referred to elsewhere in this manual as ‘BBSS’ is used to detect when a paintball is ready to be fired from the Ego11. If no paintball is ready then the BBSS will inhibit the Ego11 from firing. This prevents the Ego11 from “chopping” paintballs that are not fully loaded into the marker.

To switch off the BBSS, press and hold the button for 0.5 seconds

The BBSS indicator on the top right of the LCD will change from (enabled) to (disabled).

To switch the BBSS back on, press and hold the button for 0.5 second. The indicator will change back to .

When the BBSS is enabled, the indicator will change depending upon whether the system has detected a ball or not. When no ball has been detected the indicator looks like this when a ball has been detected the icon changes to look like this .

Additional features of the Ego11’s Break Beam Sensor System are covered in full on page 26 of this operators manual.

When the Ego11 is turned on, the Break Beam Sensor System is

automatically enabled.

(SEE FIGURE 2A).

FIG 2A

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FACTORY SET-UP GUIDE

DE-GAS YOUR MARKER, DISCHARGING ANY

STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION, AND REMOVE

THE BARREL, LOADER, AIR SYSTEM AND ANY

PAINTBALLS TO MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND

SAFER TO WORK ON.

Before using the Ego11 it is important to make sure the Inline Regulator, Low Pressure Regulator (LPR), both Solenoid Flow Restrictors (SFRs) and all electronically controlled parameters are set correctly, as all of these can have a negative effect on the performance of the marker if incorrectly set.

The steps below will restore the Ego11 settings to the factory settings. These settings will give the Ego11 a more balanced performance, ideal for the average user.

-Check that the LPR is set two turns in from flush with the LPR Cap information on LPR adjustment.

-Check that the both SFRs are set to the following settings; return restrictor level 5, forward restrictor level 7 and peel away the right side of the grips. See page 24 for more information on the Solenoid Flow Restrictors.

-Load the Board. This preset will restore all the electronic parameters to their default settings. See page 36 on loading the

-Lastly check the Inline Regulator Adjuster Screw is set to 4 1/2 turns clockwise from its maximum out (counter-clockwise) position ensure the Inline Regulator is set to an output pressure that will not damage the Ego11 when supplied with compressed air/nitrogen (see page 23 for more

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information on the Inline Regulator).

(SEE FIGURE 3A). See page 23 for more

(SEE FIGURE 3B). To access the SFRs, unscrew

FACTORY

preset stored on the Ego11 Circuit

FACTORY

preset.

FIG 3A

FIG 3B

(SEE FIGURE 3C). This will

FIG 3C

INSTALLING A 9V BATTERY

Ensure that the Ego11 is switched off. Lay the marker on a flat surface in front of you with the Feed Tube furthest away and with the Barrel pointing to the right.

Use a 5/64” (2mm) hex wrench to remove the two countersunk screws that hold the Rubber Grip onto the Frame. Peel the grip to the right to expose the Circuit Board within the Frame.

Remove the fitted battery by sliding your thumb or finger into the recess below the battery and levering the battery out of the Frame

DO NOT pull on the top of the battery to remove it as this can cause the battery terminals to bend and will result in a poor electrical connection.

Fit a 9-volt alkaline battery (type PP3, 6LR61 or MN1604) into the recess with the battery terminals away from you. The positive terminal should be on the right hand side, nearest to the front side of the Frame

(SEE FIGURE 4B).

Ensure that all of the wires are within the recess of the Frame and away from the Trigger, Micro-switch and Opto sensors so as not to interfere with their operation and replace the Rubber Grip and replace the two countersunk screws.

DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS.

(SEE FIGURE 4A).

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FIG 4A

Do not use rechargeable batteries or low quality batteries.

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FIG 4B

THE ECLIPSE EGO11

CLAMPING LEVER

CURE3+ BOLT

FEEDNECK

BODY

VALVE GUIDE

EXHAUST VALVE

ZICK2 RAMMER

ZICK2 RAMMER CAP

SOLENOID

RETAINING

SCREWS

FRAME

BATTERY

ORIENTATION

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G G

POPS ASSEMBLY

MACRO LINE

ELBOW

VALVE SPRING

TORPEDO

FRM RETAINING SCREW

SL3 INLINE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY

EYE COVER SCREW

EYE COVER

SOLENOID ASSEMBLY

MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY

CIRCUIT BOARD

TRIGGER

MANIFOLD RETAINING SCREW

VALVE PLUG

FRAME SCREW

LOW PRESSURE

REGULATOR

ECLIPSE SHAFT4 BARREL

The Eclipse Ego11 comes as standard with an Eclipse Shaft 4 Barrel.

The Barrel screws into the body of the Ego11 using a that if you hold the Ego11 pointing away from you the Barrel screws into the body in a counter-clockwise direction.

The Barrel comprises of two par ts, a Barrel Back parts are joined together with a with the back nearest you, the front unscrews in a counter-clockwise direction. The bore size of the Barrel Back is engraved at the end of the Barrel Back

On the Barrel Back there is a 016 NBR 70 o-ring vibrating loose from the Ego11 Body when the marker is fired. There is also a 015 NBR 70 o-ring on the tip of the Barrel Back are screwed together.

left hand thread meaning that if you hold the barrel,

(E)

helps with alignment when the two sections

right hand thread meaning

(A)

and a Barrel Front

(D)

which prevents the barrel from

Replace and lubricate these o-rings with Eclipse Grease as necessary.

1,4

(B)

. The two

(C)

The bore size of your Shaft4 may vary according to the

model of Ego11 you have.

The Ego11 will only accept COCKER threaded barrels.

Do not use any other type of barrel thread.

The Eclipse Shaft4 front and back barrel sections are not interchangeable with older version Shaft front and back barrel sections (including Shaft3 Barrel Kits).

The model of barrel accompanying your Ego11 may differ from that stated in this manual.

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SL3 INLINE REGULATOR

#016 NBR70

INLINE REGULATOR PISTON

INLINE REGULATOR “EGO” SPRING

INLINE REGULATOR TOP

PURGE POPPET ASSEMBLY

#011 NBR 70

ADJUSTER SCREW

INLINE REGULATOR

BOTTOM

#016 NBR70

ORIENTATION

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INLINE REGULATOR SWIVEL

MACROLINE FITTING

#011 NBR70

#008 NBR70

ADJUSTER TOP

REGULATOR SEAL

LPR CAP

LPR BODY

#14X2 NBR70

#016 NBR70

#010 NBR70

LPR PISTON SPRING

LPR SEAL

LPR PISTON

#013 NBR70

LPR ADJUSTER SPRING

#007 NBR70

LPR ADJUSTER

LOW PRESSURE REGULATOR

Only use the SL3 Inline Regulator with the Ego11.

Only use the SL3 Ego Spring with the Ego11 SL3 Regulator.

If the Purge Poppet Assembly is removed for maintenance ensure is it re-installed correctly, failure to do so may seriously damage the Ego11 Solenoid Valve.

CURE3+ BOLT ASSEMBLY

#014 NBR70

BOLT PIN

#012 NBR70

RAMPED CURE3+ INSERT

CURE3+ BOLT

#015 NBR70

BOLT SPRING

FRONT BUMPER O-RING (#009 NBR70)

#009 NBR70

BOLT PLUNGER

#011 NBR70

#010 NBR70

RAMMER CUSHION

RAMMER BUMPER

#011 NBR70

RAMMER CAP

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ZICK2 RAMMER SHAFT

ZICK2 RAMMER ASSEMBLY

ORIENTATION

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EGO11 SOLENOID ASSEMBLY

INLET FILTER

MANIFOLD GASKET

MANIFOLD

M2.5X5 MOUNTING SCREWS

SOLENOID VALVE

SOLENOID FLOW RESTRICTORS

ORIENTATION

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M1.7x16 MOUNTING SCREWS

INLET BARB

INLET BARB CLIP

SOLENOID GASKET

The Ego11 Solenoid Valve is NONSERVICEABLE. Any attempt to strip, dismantle or service the Solenoid Valve will immediately void your Warranty. For more information on the Ego11 Solenoid Valve please see page 64.

PUSH OPERATED PURGE SYSTEM (POPS) ASSEMBLY

POPS PIN

POPS INSERT

POPS BODY

POPS PUSH ROD

#004 NBR70

#007 NBR70

#005 NBR90

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POPS BONNET

POPS STRAIGHT FITTING

#004 NBR70

POPS SPRING

10-32UNFx1/2

POPS RETAINING SCREWS

LATCH BUTTON

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THE EGO11 NAVIGATION CONSOLE

At the rear of the Ego11 Frame you will find the Navigation Console

> TURNING THE EGO11 ON AND OFF USING THE BUTTON

> SCROLLING THROUGH MENUS WITH THE AND BUTTONS

> SELECTING PARAMETERS TO EDIT USING THE BUTTON

> EDITING PARAMETERS USING THE AND BUTTONS

> TURNING THE EGO11 BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM ON AND OFF USING THE BUTTON (PUSH AND HOLD)

> RESETTING RECORDED VALUES USING THE BUTTON (PUSH AND HOLD)

> CONTROLLING THE GAME TIMER WITH THE BUTTON (QUICK PUSH AND RELEASE)

> SCROLLING THROUGH THE VARIOUS RUN SCREENS USING THE BUTTON (QUICK PUSH AND RELEASE)

(FIGURE 5A) which is used for:

PREVIOUS / RAISE

SELECT

NEXT / LOWER

FIG 5A

ORIENTATION

THE BACKLIGHT ON THE LCD DISPLAY TURNS OFF

AFTER A PERIOD OF TIME. WHEN THIS HAPPENS

THE MARKER IS STILL ON AND ABLE TO FIRE.

TO ADJUST THE LCD BACKLIGHT SEE PAGE 44.

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OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW

Below is a brief overview of what happens during the Ego11 firing cycle. The location of parts discussed in the text below can be found on page 74-75.

Assuming the Ego11 is gassed up and turned on,

FIGURE 6A shows the marker in its idle

position. The Rammer is held in its rear position with pressurised gas from the LPR directed through the Solenoid to the front of the Rammer. The Valve Chamber is full of pressurised gas from the Inline Regulator.

Providing a ball is in the Breach, when the Trigger is pulled, a signal is sent to the Solenoid which redirects the supply of gas from the front of the Rammer to the rear, which pushes the Rammer and Bolt forward toward the Exhaust Valve

(FIGURE 6B). As this happens the gas in

front of the Rammer is vented out through an exhaust port in the Solenoid Valve.

The Rammer makes contact with the Valve Stem and continues to be pushed forward, now pushing the Exhaust Valve forward with it. This opens the Exhaust Valve allowing pressurised gas to flow up through the Valve Guide and into the Bolt and vent down the Barrel, propelling the ball

(SEE FIGURE 6C).

The time that the Rammer is held in this forward position is dependant on the The longer this dwell time the longer the Ego11 vents gas down the Barrel. When this dwell time has elapsed, the Solenoid redirects the supply of gas from the back of the Rammer to the front, pushing the Rammer and Bolt back to the rear position. This loss of forward force allows the Exhaust Valve to re-seal and the Valve Chamber is re-pressurised. As the Rammer moves back gas behind it is vented through an exhaust port in the Solenoid Valve

. The Ego11 has now completed a full cycle.

6D)

DWELL

(SEE FIGURE

parameter.

FIG 6A

FIG 6B

FIG 6C

FIG 6D

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17.

SETTING UP YOUR EGO11

Before you can begin to use your Ego11, you will need to attach an air system and a paintball loader.

INSTALLING A PRESET AIR SYSTEM

THE EGO11 CANNOT BE USED WITH CO2. ONLY

ALWAYS RELIEVE ALL RESIDUAL GAS PRESSURE

FROM THE EGO11 BEFORE UNSCREWING THE

MAKE SURE THE MARKER IS TURNED OFF AND THAT NO PAINTBALLS ARE IN THE MARKER OR

LOADER BEFORE INSTALLING AN AIR SYSTEM.

Every Ego11 comes complete with a new Eclipse Push Operated Purge System (POPS) which provides a direct connection for a preset air system. Before screwing an air system into the POPS ensure that the Bonnet is disengaged in its forward position

FIGURE 7A)

Latch Button and slide the Bonnet forward.

Screw the preset air system into the POPS

FIGURE 7B)

is tight. Pull the Bonnet backwards allowing the POPS Pin to depress the pin in the preset air system causing the Ego11 to become pressurised (providing that there is sufficient air in your tank) the Bonnet has been pulled back far enough it engages with the POPS Body.

You have now installed a preset air system onto your Ego11.

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18.

High, mid and low pressure output preset air systems can be used with the Ego11, providing the Ego11 has the SL3 Inline Regulator originally supplied with the marker.

The force needed to engage the Bonnet may vary depending on the output pressure and internal design of the air system being used.

USE COMPRESSED AIR OR NITROGEN.

PRESET AIR SYSTEM.

. If the Bonnet is engaged, depress the

so that the bottle screws in all the way and

(SEE FIGURE 7C). When

1,2

FIG 7A

(SEE

FIG 7B

FIG 7C

T-SLOT MOUNTING SYSTEM

The Ego11 utilises a T-slot arrangement to mount the POPS to the bottom of the Frame

. The T-slot is an improvement over the dovetail

8A)

mounting system found on most paintball markers, and is much more able to withstand the rigours of modern tournament paintball.

(SEE (A) FIGURE

STRAIGHT HOSE FITTINGS

The straight hose fittings found on the Ego11 DO NOT require ‘Loctite’ to secure them on the marker. These are secured by the capture o-ring on the end of the fitting. Only use a 3/32” hex key in the designated hole inside the fitting to remove or re-attach the fitting

FIGURE 8B)

apply too much force or the threads on the fitting/ receiving part may be damaged (remember to stop when you meet resistance).

. When re-attaching the fittings DO NOT

(SEE

MACROLINE HOSING

To aid the longevity of your Macroline hosing, it is very important to remove it from (and install it back into) the fittings in the correct manner:

Pull back the collet section of the hose fitting and keep the collet depressed. Pull the Macroline hose out of the hose fitting and release the collet.

Before installing the Macroline hose into the hose fitting ensure that the end has been trimmed correctly to ensure a tight fit in the hose fitting.

IF YOU EVER REMOVE THE MACROLINE

HOSE FROM THE FITTING, ALWAYS CHECK THE

CONDITION OF YOUR MACROLINE HOSING AND IF

IT IS WORN OR THE WRONG LENGTH REPLACE IT

IMMEDIATELY.

FIG 8A

FIG 8B

FIG 8C FIG 8D

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ATTACHING A LOADER

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE CLAMPING FEED

NECK AS THIS MAY DAMAGE THE LOADER OR FEED

Using a 5/32” hex key or your fingers, turn the Sprocket Screw of the Clamping Feed Neck counter clockwise

Release the Clamping Lever on the Feed Neck

FIGURE 9B)

be pushed into the top of the Feed Neck. If the loader cannot easily be pushed into the Feed Neck, loosen the Sprocket Screw of the Clamping Feed Neck a little more by turning it counter clockwise using a 5/32” hex key or your fingers

When you have managed to push your loader into the Clamping Feed Neck, close the clamp to secure it firmly in place then you will need to release the clamp, tighten the Sprocket Screw slightly by turning it clockwise with a 5/32” hex key or your fingers and close the clamp. Repeat this process as necessary to secure your loader in place.

You have now attached a loader to your Ego11. Once you have filled your loader and air tank you will then be ready to begin using your Ego11.

(SEE FIGURE 9A).

and test to see if your loader can easily

(SEE FIGURE 9C). If the loader is loose

NECK ITSELF.

(SEE

(SEE FIGURE 9A).

FIG 9A

FIG 9B

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FIG 9C

SETTING THE TRIGGER

The Ego11 provides the user with the option to use either a Micro-switch or an Opto sensor as the means for detecting trigger pulls. Before you begin to adjust and set your Trigger, you must first select the method of trigger detection that you wish to use by entering the Main Menu and making your selection from the HARDWARE menu (see page 43).

There are five adjustment points on the Trigger – the Front

Stop Trigger Screw, the Rear Stop Trigger Screw, the Magnet Return Strength Screw, the Micro Switch Activation Screw and the Spring Return Strength Screw.

As standard each Ego11 comes with a factory set trigger travel of approximately 2mm in total length; one millimeter of travel before the firing point and one millimeter of travel after the firing point, and the trigger detection method set to Opto.

The Front Stop Trigger Screw is used to set the amount of Trigger travel prior to the marker firing. Turn this screw clockwise to reduce the amount of travel. Do not turn the screw too far or the Trigger will be pushed past the firing point and the marker will not work. Turn this screw counter clockwise to increase the amount of Trigger travel

FIGURE 10A)

The Rear Stop Trigger Screw is used to set the amount of travel after the marker has fired. Turn this screw clockwise to reduce the amount of travel. Do not turn the screw too far or the Trigger will be prevented from reaching its firing point and the marker will not work. Turn this screw counter clockwise to increase the amount of travel

10B)

The Magnet Return Strength Screw is used to adjust the amount of force with which the Trigger is returned to its rest position by the magnet. Turn the screw clockwise to increase the amount of force. Do not turn the screw too far or it will negate the position of the Front Stop Trigger Screw. Turn the screw counter clockwise to reduce the amount of force. Do not turn the screw too far or there may not be enough force to return the Trigger

(SEE

(SEE FIGURE

(SEE FIGURE 10C).

FIG 10A

FIG 10B

FIG 10C

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The Micro-switch Activation Screw is used to adjust the point in the trigger pull at which the Micro-switch is activated. Turn the screw clockwise to decrease the amount of Trigger travel to the activation point. Turn the screw counter clockwise to increase the amount of Trigger travel to the activation point

The Spring Return Strength Screw is used to adjust the spring strength that returns the Trigger to its resting position. Turn the screw clockwise to increase the amount of spring return strength in the trigger pull. Turn this screw counter clockwise to reduce the amount of spring return strength in the trigger pull. Do not turn the screw too far counter clockwise or there will not be enough force to return the Trigger consistently

When setting the Trigger it is impor tant to ensure that the electronic trigger detection is working correctly. When the Trigger is fully depressed the Trigger Detection Indicator (TDI) should point upwards When the Trigger is fully released the TDI should point downwards . For more information, see understanding the Trigger Detection Indicator (TDI) on page 27 and The FILTER menu on pages 41-43.

FIGURE 10F KEY

Spring

Spring Return Strength Screw

Trigger Pin Retaining Screw

Front Stop Trigger Screw

Magnet Return Strength Screw

Micro Switch Activation Screw

Rear Stop Trigger Screw

(SEE FIGURE 10E).

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(SEE FIGURE 10D).

FIG 10D

FIG 10E

FIG 10F

ADJUSTING THE VELOCITY

When using your Ego11, you may wish to change the velocity at which your Ego11 is firing. This is done by inserting a 1/8" hex key into the Adjuster Screw at the bottom of your Ego11 Inline Regulator and adjusting it accordingly Screw clockwise you decrease the output pressure of the Inline Regulator and consequently the velocity; by turning the Adjuster Screw counter clockwise you increase the output pressure of the Inline Regulator and consequently the velocity. On the bottom of the Inline Regulator there are engraved arrows to illustrate which direction to turn the hex key to make the relevant adjustment.

(SEE FIGURE 11A). By turning this Adjuster

1,2

ADJUSTING THE LPR PRESSURE

When using your Ego11, you may wish to change the output pressure of your LPR. This is easily done by inserting a 1/8” inch hex key into the Adjuster Screw at the front and adjusting it accordingly

. However we recommend that the LPR Adjuster

11B

Screw be left set 2 turns in (clockwise) from the screw being flush with the front of the LPR Cap.

By turning the Adjuster Screw clockwise, you decrease the output pressure of your LPR and consequently reduce the pressure driving your Rammer back and forth. By turning the Adjuster Screw counter clockwise, you increase the output pressure of your LPR and consequently increase the pressure driving your Rammer back and forth.

After each adjustment fire two clearing shots to gain an accurate

velocity reading. Never exceed 300fps.

High, mid and low pressure output preset air systems can be used with the Ego11, providing the Ego11 has the SL3 Inline Regulator originally supplied with the marker.

Turning the LPR adjuster screw in too far will prevent the Ego11 from firing.

SEE FIGURE

FIG 11A

FIG 11B

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SOLENOID FLOW RESTRICTORS

The following section covers direct adjustment of the Solenoid Valve which should only be used by users with a sound knowledge of the Ego11 firing cycle.

Built into the right side of the Solenoid Valve are two Solenoid Flow Restrictors SFR(s) which control the exhaust flow from the Rammer bore on the backward (Restrictor ‘A’) and forward stroke (Restrictor ‘B’)

FIGURE 12A)

the Rammer bore, the speed of the Rammer during its forward and backward strokes can be sped up or slowed down. The SFRs can be adjusted using a small flat headed screw driver.

Each restrictor has a range of adjustability from 1(-) to 10 (+). Setting an SFR at 1 will provide the minimum level of exhaust flow from that restrictor. Setting an SFR at 10 will provide the maximum level of exhaust flow.

By setting these restrictors at different levels of flow the user can control how the gun performs and feels when firing the marker.

Setting the restrictors to a higher level of flow will allow for higher cycles per second (dependent on the ROF Cap, see page 37). However these higher settings will also reduce the smoothness of the firing cycle compared to setting the restrictors at a lower level of flow.

Setting the restrictors to a lower level of flow will increase the smoothness of the firing cycle, however reducing the flow also lowers the cycling rate of the Ego11.

Restrictor B controls the forward stroke of the

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Rammer. As such it has the ability to directly control the velocity of the paintball. Setting restrictor B BELOW levels 6-7 on the scale will start to reduce the velocity below the optimal setting. This however may be ideal for indoor/re-ball use.

. By controlling the exhaust flow from

(SEE

SOLENOID FLOW RESTRICTOR PRESETS

Below are a list of recommended settings and their effects on the Ego11. The settings are expressed in the follow format 1/6 where the first number is the flow level of Restrictor A and the second is the flow level of Restrictor B.

> EGO11 FACTORY SETTING

provide a smooth shooting marker with a reasonable rate of fire, ideal for most ramping presets (eg PSP10, PSP12 etc).

> HIGH RATE OF FIRE

provide optimal cycling speeds but will have slightly more kick than the factory setting. Ideal for unlimited rate of fire modes

> SMOOTH SHOT

smooth shot and a low cycling speed. Ideal for low rate of fire modes.

ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE RECOMMENDED

TOOLS AND/OR OUTSIDE OF THE RECOMMENDED

These results may differ due to the LPR output pressure and Dwell

settings on the Ego11.

- 5/7 - this setting will

- 10/10 - this setting will

- 1/7- this setting will provide a very

EXCESSIVE FORCE OR ADJUSTMENT WITH

RANGES MAY DAMAGE THE SOLENOID VALVE

FIG 12A

USER INTERFACE

The Ego11 has a simple user interface through which all aspects of it’s electronic control system can be monitored and adjusted by means of the three Pushbuttons and a graphical LCD which comprise the navigation console.

RUN SCREEN LAYOUT

The root of the user interface is the This screen is the one most often displayed and provides the user with essential feedback on the state of the Ego11. A typical

right.

On the left of the screen is a display option that is user selectable from by briefly pressing the button on the navigation console:

> A GAME TIMER > A SHOT COUNTER > AN ACTUAL RATE OF FIRE INDICATOR > A PEAK RATE OF FIRE INDICATOR

On the right of the screen are a number of icons, each of which provides graphical indication on different parts of the Ego11 control electronics:

The layout of the run screen is correct at time of printing. However newer versions of the Ego11 software may have a different layout of the run screen from what is printed in this manual. You may find some icons have been added or removed entirely. If you are unsure about any icons which do not feature in the manual contact your local dealer/service centre or Planet Eclipse directly.

RUN SCREEN

is shown on the

BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM INDICATOR

AUX OUT INDICATOR

TRIGGER DETECTION INDICATOR

SOUND INDICATOR

USER SELECTABLE DISPLAY OPTION

LOCK INDICATOR

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR

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THE BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM (BBSS) INDICATOR

The BBSS is able to switch itself off in the event of a blockage or contamination preventing it from functioning correctly. In this instance, the BBSS will switch itself back on once the blockage is cleared and the correct operation can be resumed.

The BBSS indicator on the Run Screen is used to indicate the eight possible states of the BBSS as follows:

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BBSS ENABLED AND BALL DETECTED

The Ego11 can be fired at the maximum rate of fire determined by the chosen firing mode.

BBSS ENABLED NO BALL DETECTED

The Ego11 cannot be fired.

BBSS DISABLED

The Ego11 can be fired at a maximum rate of fire as set by the BS OFF ROF (see page 38).

BBSS FAULT DETECTED

The system is disabled. The Ego11 can only be fired at a maximum rate of 2bps less than the maximum rate of fire, up to a maximum of 10 bps.

BBSS FAULT HAS BEEN CLEARED AND BALL DETECTED

The sensor has been re-enabled. A ball is detected and the Ego11 can be fired at the maximum rate of fire determined by the chosen firing mode.

BBSS FAULT HAS BEEN CLEARED AND NO BALL DETECTED

The sensor is enabled. No ball is detected so the Ego11 cannot be fired.

BBSS ENABLED IN TRAINING MODE

The BBSS has been over-ridden as the user has selected the user has chosen to leave the BBSS on, the achievable rate of fire is limited by the firing mode.

BBSS DISABLED IN TRAINING MODE

The BBSS has been over-ridden as the user has selected user has chosen to turn the BBSS off, the achievable rate of fire is limited by the BS OFF ROF parameter (see page 38).

TRAINING MODE

. As

. As the

parameter

THE AUX OUT INDICATOR

The auxiliary socket on the Ego11 Circuit Board allows third party products such as loaders or RF transmitters to be interfaced to the Ego11.

The AUX Out indicator is turned on and off via the AUX OUT parameter (see page 45).

There are two possible conditions that can be indicated:

AUX OUT ENABLED

The AUX OUT is enabled. Each time the circuit board detects a valid trigger pull a signal will be sent to the AUX socket on the

To clear the BBSS fault icon, use the button to switch off the

BBSS and then back on again.

Circuit Board.

AUX OUT DISABLED

The AUX OUT is disabled. No signal will be sent to the AUX socket on the Circuit Board.

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