Planet Eclipse etha User Manual
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WARNING
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ADHERE STRICTLY TO THESE AND ALL OTHER
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES!
The electronic on/off is the markers safety, always
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL
INSTRUCTION MANUALS BEFORE USE.
The Eclipse Etha is not a toy. PAINTBALL SAFETY
RULES MUST BE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES.
Careless or improper use, including failure to follow
instructions and warnings within this User Manual
and attached to the Etha could cause death or
serious injury.
Do not remove or deface any warnings attached to
the Etha.
Paintball industry standard eye/face/ear and head
protection designed specifically to stop paintballs
and meeting ASTM standard F1776 (USA) or CE
standard (Europe) must be worn by the user and
any person within range. Proper protection must be
worn during assembly, cleaning and maintenance.
Hearing protection should be worn.
Never shoot at a person who is not wearing proper
protection.
Never look directly into the barrel of the marker.
Accidental discharge into the eyes may cause
permanent injury or death. Never look into the
barrel or breech area of the Etha whilst the marker
is switched on and able to fire.
Keep the Etha switched off until ready to shoot.
Treat every marker as if it is loaded and ready to
fire.
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switch off the marker when not in use.
Always fit a barrel-blocking device to the Etha when
not in use.
Always remove all paintballs from the Etha when not
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in use on the field of play.
Never point the Etha at anything you do not intend
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to shoot.
Do not shoot at persons within 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 pressurise the Etha without the bolt system
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correctly installed, as high-pressure gas will be
emitted.
Do not fire the Etha without the bolt system
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correctly installed.
Never put your finger or any foreign objects into the
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paintball feed tube of the Etha.
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 Etha before
disassembly.
Always remove the first stage regulator and relieve
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all residual gas pressure from the Etha for transport
and storage.
ADHERE STRICTLY TO THESE AND ALL OTHER
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES!
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Always follow guidelines given with your first stage
regulator for safe transportation and storage.
Always store the Etha in a secure place.
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Persons under 18 years of age must have adult
supervision when using or handling the Etha.
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
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any 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
Etha.
Use 0.68 calibre paintballs only.
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Always measure your marker’s velocity before
playing paintball, using a suitable chronograph.
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Never shoot at velocities in excess of 300 feet
(91.44 meters) per second, or at velocities greater
than local or national laws allow.
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Any installations, modifications or repairs should be
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
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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 of 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 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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6 introduction
An introduction to Planet Eclipse and the Etha
paintball marker.
6 >WELCOME TO PLANET ECLIPSE
>THE PLANET ECLIPSE ETHA PAINTBALL MARKER
7 >INCLUDED WITH THE ETHA MARKER
> MARKER SPECIFICATIONS
8 Quick Setup
Details on how to get up and running quickly with your
Etha. This section is essential reading for everyone.
8 > SWITCHING ON THE ETHA
> SWITCHING OFF THE ETHA
> FIRING THE ETHA
> THE ETHA CIRCUIT BOARD
9 > USING THE BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM
10 > FACTORY SET-UP GUIDE
11 > REPLACING A 9V BATTERY
12 orientAtion
Names the component parts of the Etha Marker. This
section is essential reading for everyone.
12 > THE ETHA PAINTBALL MARKER
13 > THE SHAFT4 BARREL
14 > THE SL3 INLINE REGULATOR
15 > THE BOLT SYSTEM
16 > THE SOLENOID ASSEMBLY
17 >
THE ON/OFF PURGE SYSTEM (OOPS)
18 > THE ETHA NAVIGATION CONSOLE
19 > OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW
20 uSinG Your ethA
Detailed information on how to use the Etha.
20 > SETTING UP YOUR ETHA
> INSTALLING A BARREL
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> T-SLOT MOUNTING SYSTEM
21 > 90 DEGREE HOSE FITTING
> STRAIGHT HOSE FITTING
> MACROLINE HOSING
22 > INSTALLING A PRESET AIR SYSTEM
24 > ATTACHING A LOADER
25 > SETTING THE TRIGGER
26 > ADJUSTING THE VELOCITY
27 > UNLOADING THE ETHA
28 > STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION
29 > THE TOURNAMENT LOCK
30 uSer interfAce
In depth information on setting up the Etha.
30 > UNDERSTANDING THE BBSS OPERATION
> THE BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR
31 > THE SET UP MODE
> MODIFYING A PARAMETER
> EXITING SET UP MODE
32 > SET UP PARAMETERS
> THE FIRING MODE PARAMETER
> THE MAXIMUM RATE OF FIRE PARAMETER WITH
BBSS ON (CAPPED MODES)
> THE MAXIMUM RATE OF FIRE PARAMETER WITH
BBSS OFF
33 > DWELL
> DEBOUNCE
> THE FACTORY RESET
34 MAintenAnce
A guide to performing routine maintenance.
34 >
THE BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM (BBSS)
36 > THE SL3 INLINE REGULATOR
38 > ADVANCED SL3 INLINE REGULATOR MAINTENANCE
39 > CLEANING THE BOLT SYSTEM
42 > ASSEMBLING THE BOLT SYSTEM
44 > REMOVING THE FRAME
45 > ATTACHING THE FRAME
46 > THE TRIGGER ASSEMBLY
48 > THE SOLENOID MANIFOLD
50 > THE ETHA SOLENOID VALVE
51 > THE ON/OFF PURGE SYSTEM (OOPS)
53 fAuLt findinG
Information on how to resolve any problems that
might arise with your Etha.
56 pArtS LiSt
Lists of components that make up the Etha.
60 SerVice centreS
Information on the location of your nearest Etha
Service Centre.
61 SpAreS
Available upgrades / repair kits for your Etha.
62 indeX
Etha 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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WeLcoMe to pLAnet ecLipSe
Over the last 20 years, Planet Eclipse and Paintball have changed and evolved beyond belief. From humble
beginnings in a rundown store on Deansgate in the heart of Manchester city centre to a new purpose built
facility in Manchester, England.
We at Planet Eclipse have stayed true to the core values that we have always fought hard to uphold. These
values are more than just words, they are what we believe; as a company, employees and as players. We want
the equipment that we produce to be the best that it can be and we will not compromise on quality or shy away
from research or innovation.
No matter if you are playing in the woods, down at your local paintball site or if you are competing at the World
Cup of Paintball for big money prizes, you should demand the very best for your money and that is what we aim
to deliver, backed up with award winning customer service and support.
No matter who you are, a player from a championship winning pro team, or a recreational scenario team… we
feel every loss and will celebrate your every victory... Get more!
Ledz (Director, Planet Eclipse Ltd)
the pLAnet ecLipSe ethA pAintbALL MArker
Making a paintball marker that has the core attributes of a Planet Eclipse product but at a price point that
makes it affordable for a player on virtually any budget is a huge ask. We have always strived to ensure that
the quality, feel, reliability and level of customer support that players come to expect from Planet Eclipse are
present in every one of our products: and that is exactly what we expect you to find with the Eclipse Etha.
The Etha is not only constructed using the same high quality aluminium, stainless steel and composite
materials that you will find used in the rest of the Eclipse range of paintball markers, but is also manufactured,
assembled and tested using the exact same quality control principles and procedures that have been developed
on Eclipse markers over the last 20 years.
We believe that compromise is just not acceptable when it comes to quality, reliability and testing. Be it a Rec
level Eclipse marker such as the Etha or the very pinnacle of our product line; the SL marker series, there are
some things that are priceless to us. These are just some of them.
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incLuded With the ethA MArker
1x 2-piece 14.5” Eclipse Barrel
1x Eclipse Tool Tube
1x Eclipse Barrel Sock
1x Manual with Warranty Card Insert
1x Tube of Eclipse Grease
1x 9V battery
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1x Spares Baggy
MArker SpecificAtionS
Length - 539.4mm
Width - 33.51mm
Height - 212.2mm
Weight - 930g/2.05lb (with Eclipse Shaft4 14.5” barrel)
Calibre - 0.68”
Barrel Threads - Cocker
Barrel Type & Length - Eclipse Shaft4 - 14.5” two-piece
Fire Modes - Capped Semi-Automatic, Uncapped Semi-Automatic, PSP(2011) Compliant Ramping
Millennium(2010) Compliant Ramping
Propellant - Compressed Air/Nitrogen
Body Material - 6000 Series Aluminium
Frame Material - Glass Reinforced Nylon
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The 9V Battery is supplied already installed in the marker.
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Firing preset compliant at time of printing. Always check with event organiser for rule changes governing firing modes.
Please note items included & marker specification of the Planet Eclipse Etha Marker may vary to what is printed above.
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PLEASE READ ALL THE WARNINGS
ON PAGES 2 & 3 BEFORE USING THIS
SWitchinG on the ethA
At the rear of the frame is the navigation console. Press
and hold the select button
Release the select button
and your Etha will begin its power up sequence.
SWitchinG off the ethA
Press and hold the select button
select button
console turns red. The LED will then extinguish and
the Etha will turn off.
The Etha has a built in auto-off timer of 20 minutes.
If the trigger is not pulled or the select button
not pressed for 20 minutes then the Etha will power
off.
firinG the ethA
If the Break Beam Sensor System is enabled (the BBSS
is automatically enabled on power up) and there is
a paintball in the breech, pulling the trigger will fire
the Etha. If the Break Beam Sensor System (BBSS) is
disabled, the Etha will fire whenever the trigger is
pulled, regardless of whether a paintball is in the
breech or not.
The entire firing sequence is controlled electronically
by the Etha circuit board and solenoid valve, enabling
any user to achieve high rates of fire easily.
the ethA circuit boArd
There are three sockets on the Etha circuit board, the
BBSS connector
and the micro-switch connector
There is a tournament lock button
base of the board. Information on the tournament lock
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fiGure 1b).
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MARKER
(See fiGure 1A).
when the LED lights up
when the LED on the navigation
A
, the solenoid valve connector B
. Release the
C
.
towards the
D
is
(See
FI G 1A
B
A
C
B
A
D
C
D
F IG 1b
F IG 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 Etha. If no
paintball is ready then the BBSS will inhibit the Etha
from firing. This prevents the Etha from “chopping”
paintballs that are not fully loaded into the marker.
When the Etha is powered up, the BBSS is
automatically enabled. The current state of the BBSS
is displayed by a flashing LED on the navigation
console.
To switch OFF the Break Beam Sensor System, push and
hold the select button
the navigation console will flash purple indicating that
the Break Beam Sensor System has been disabled.
To switch ON the Break Beam Sensor System, push and
hold the select button
the navigation console will flash either yellow (no ball
detected) or light blue (ball detected) indicating that
the Break Beam Sensor System has been enabled.
Additional features of the Etha Break Beam Sensor
System are covered in the ‘Understanding the BBSS
Operation’ section on Page 30 of this User Manual.
for 0.5 seconds. The LED on
for 0.5 seconds. The LED on
purpLe LiGht -
bbSS diSAbLed
YeLLoW LiGht no bALL detected
LiGht bLue LiGht -
bALL detected
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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 Etha it is important to make sure
that the inline regulator and all electronically controlled
parameters are set correctly, as some of these may
have a negative (and potentially damaging) effect on
the marker, in terms of performance and reliability, if
incorrectly set.
The steps below will restore the Etha to the state that
it left the factory.
-Reset the control parameters to the factory settings
(see page 33).
-Check the inline regulator adjuster screw is set to 2
turns clockwise from its maximum output (counterclockwise) position
ensure the inline regulator is set to an output pressure
that will not damage the Etha when supplied with
compressed air/nitrogen (see page 26 for more
information on the inline regulator).
(See fiGure 2A). This will
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FIG 2A
repLAcinG the 9V bAtterY
Ensure that the Etha is switched off. Place the marker
on a flat surface in front of you with the feed tube
furthest away from you and the barrel pointing to the
right.
Using a 5/64” (2mm) hex key, remove the
countersunk screw towards the bottom of the frame
that holds the grip panel onto the frame. Lift the grip
panel up to expose the electronics within the frame.
Remove the existing 9 volt battery by sliding your
finger into the recess provided below the battery
and gently lever the battery out of the frame
fiGure 3A)
On top of the battery you will see the battery connector
that is used to connect the battery to the circuit board.
Gently separate the battery connector from the battery,
so that the existing battery can be disposed of
responsibly, then taking a new 9 volt Alkaline battery
(type PP3, 6LR61, MN1064)
connector
The battery will only connect to the battery connector
one way. If you are unsure of how to install a new
battery please contact your nearest Eclipse Service
Centre.
Ensure that all of the wires are within the recess
of the frame and not trapped in the micro-switch or
trigger spring, then replace the grip panel and tighten
the countersunk screw using the 5/64
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE GRIP SCREW.
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Do not use rechargeable batteries or low quality batteries.
2
Some brands 9V batteries may be too large for the Etha battery
compartment in the grip frame. When installing a 9V battery, if
it does not fit correctly, do not force the battery into place as the
frame or battery connector may be damaged as a result.
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1
(See fiGure 3b).
connect it to the battery
(See
”
(2mm) hex key.
FIG 3A
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+
FIG 3b
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the ethA pAintbALL MArker
BOLT SYSTEM
CLAMPING LEVER
FEED NECK
BODY
GRIP PANEL
BBSS COVER SCREW
A
B
BBSS COVER
SOLENOID ASSEMBLY
C
MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY
D
CIRCUIT BOARD
E
F
TRIGGER
MANIFOLD RETAINING SCREW
G
FRAME SCREW
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GRIP SCREW
I
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GRIP PANEL LEFT
RIGHT
B
D
G
FRAME
I
I
G
H
E
OOPS ASSEMBLY
C
F
BATTERY
A
SL3 INLINE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY
H
MACROLINE
BODY PLUG
the ShAft4 bArreL
The Eclipse Etha comes as standard with an
The
barrel
that if you hold the Etha pointing away from you the
counter-clockwise direction.
The
parts are joined together with a
with the back section nearest you, the
On the
from vibrating loose from the
NBR 70 o-ring on the front of the
barrel sections are screwed together.
screws into the front of the Etha using a
2
barrel
comprises of two parts, a
barrel back
there is a 016 NBR 70 o-ring C which prevents the
left hand thread
Etha body
barrel back
Replace and lubricate these o-rings with Eclipse Grease as necessary.
Eclipse Shaft4 barrel
right hand thread
barrel
barrel back
barrel tip
A and a
meaning that if you hold the
screws in a
when the marker is fired. There is also a 016
D helps with alignment when the two
.
screws into the
barrel tip
clockwise direction.
1,4
meaning
body
B. The two
Shaft4 barrel
in a
barrel
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D
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C
The bore size of your Shaft4 may vary according to the
model of Etha that you have.
2
The Etha will only accept COCKER threaded barrels. Do
not use any other type of barrel thread.
3
The Eclipse Shaft4 tip and back barrel sections are not
interchangeable with older version Shaft tip and back
barrel sections (including Shaft3 barrel kits).
4
The model of barrel accompanying your Etha may differ
from that stated in this manual.
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the SL3 inLine reGuLAtor
#016 NBR70
INLINE REGULATOR PISTON
90 DEGREE
MACROLINE FITTING
INLINE REGULATOR
BOTTOM
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4
#016 NBR70
INLINE REGULATOR
REGULATOR SEAL
PURGE POPPET ASSEMBLY
#011 NBR 70
ADJUSTER SCREW
INLINE REGULATOR TOP
EGO
SPRING
#011 NBR70
ADJUSTER TOP
3
INLINE REGULATOR SWIVEL
1
Only use the SL3 inline regulator with the ETHA.
2
Only use the SL3 Ego spring with the ETHA SL3 inline
regulator.
3
If the purge poppet assembly is removed for maintenance
ensure is it re-installed correctly, failure to do so may seriously
damage the ETHA solenoid valve.
4
The macroline fitting DOES NOT need to be removed for
regular maintenance.
1
2
#008 NBR70
the boLt SYSteM
#020 NBR70
#017 NBR70
VALVE BODY
VALVE JOINER
POPPET SPRING
#014 NBR70
#012 NBR70
#011 NBR70
#010 NBR70
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BOLT
1
Inside the bolt is a black stem. Do not attempt
to remove this part from the bolt. Removing this
part will void the warranty of the marker.
#009 NBR70
1
#004 NBR70
BOLT GUIDE
BOLT TIP
BOLT BUMPER
BOLT SPRING
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the SoLenoid ASSeMbLY
#007 NBR70 (O-RING GASKET)
BRASS FILTER
#010 NBR70 (O-RING GASKET)
M2.5X5
MOUNTING
SCREWS
1
The Etha solenoid valve is NON-SERVICEABLE.
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Any attempt to strip, dismantle or service the
solenoid valve will immediately VOID THE
WARRANTY. For more information on the Etha
solenoid valve please see page 50.
MANIFOLD
SOLENOID VALVE
M3x17 MOUNTING SCREWS
1
the on/off purGe SYSteM (oopS)
OOPS PIN
#007 NBR70
OOPS BODY
#004 NBR70
OOPS INSERT
#005 NBR90
#004 NBR70
OOPS PUSH ROD
STRAIGHT MACROLINE
FITTING
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the ethA nAViGAtion
conSoLe
The Etha utilises a tri-colour LED to display all of the
information that the user requires. This can be found
on the navigation console
The various functions of both the select button
the LED are outlined below.
The select button
- Switch the Etha on and off.
- Switch the BBSS (eye system) on and off.
- To scroll through parameters and edit parameters.
The LED on the navigation console is used to:
- Display the status of the BBSS (eye system).
- Display the value of a parameter.
- Display the status of the battery.
- Display power up and power down status.
- Display tournament lock status.
- Display that factory settings have been restored.
- To confirm whether a parameter value has been
accepted or rejected.
(fiGure 4A).
and
is used to:
SELECT
TRI-COLOUR LED
FIG 4A
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operAtionAL oVerVieW
Below is a brief overview of what happens during the Etha
firing cycle. The location of parts discussed in the text
below can be found on pages 56-59.
Assuming the Etha is gassed up and turned on,
5A
shows the marker in its idle position. The
back under the tension from the
guide
filled with pressurised gas directly from the
regulator
. The
the
firing poppet spring
When the
the
solenoid
the
firing poppet
gas is greater than the spring tension pushing the
poppet
rear position. In the
to the
regulator
The gas pressure in the
overcoming the spring tension from the
pushes a ball into the breach and closes off the
The internal
guide
pressurized gas in the
bolt
propelling a ball
As the
bolt
forwards decreases and the
the
bolt
continues to push the
against the rear
The
solenoid
position until the
solenoid
firing poppet
in this position. The
poppet
supply from the
The
bolt guide
has now completed a full cycle.
firing poppet
, keeping the
trigger
is pulled an electrical signal is sent to
which directs a supply of air to the rear of
(See fiGure 5b)
forward, and the
bolt
and seals off the supply port from the
.
, which then fully opens the exhaust port, allowing the
bolt guide
back into the
exhausts the supply of air from the rear of the
forwards, closing the exhaust port and opening the
bolt guide
stem
of the
bolt guide
(See fiGure 5c)
volume empties, the force pushing the
bolt guide
bolt
bolt bumper
continues to hold the
Dwell time
, removing the force holding the
firing poppet spring
inline regulator
begins to fill with pressurised gas. The Etha
bolt spring
is held in its forward position by
firing poppet
bolt guide
bolt
bolt guide
is pushed back to its
this opens the exhaust port
forces the
is pushed out of the
to exhaust through the
bolt spring
exhaust port. The spring
back up to its rest position
(See fiGure 5d)
firing poppet
expires. When this expires the
(See fiGure 5e)
fiGure
bolt
is held
, with the
bolt
inline
sealed.
. The force of this
firing
inline
bolt
forward,
bolt spring
, this
feed tube
bolt
.
starts to push
.
in its rear
firing poppet
forces the
firing
.
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FIG 5A
FIG 5b
FIG 5C
FIG 5D
FIG 5E
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SettinG up the ethA
Before you can begin to use your Etha, you will need to
attach a barrel, an air system and a paintball loader.
inStALLinG A bArreL
MAKE SURE THE MARKER IS TURNED OFF AND
THAT NO PAINTBALLS ARE IN THE MARKER OR
LOADER BEFORE INSTALLING A BARREL.
Every Etha comes complete with an Eclipse Shaft4
barrel (see page 13).
To install the Shaft4 barrel, firstly screw the barrel tip
and barrel back sections together. The threads on the
Shaft4 barrel tip are
sections together, with the barrel pointing away from
you, turn the barrel tip in a clockwise direction
fiGure 6A)
While pointing the Etha marker in a safe direction,
insert the assembled Shaft4 barrel into the front of
the Etha body and screw the Shaft4 barrel into the Etha
(in a counter-clockwise direction). Continue to screw
the Shaft4 barrel into the Etha body until the barrel
becomes tight in the body. DO NOT over tighten the
barrel
Install a barrel blocking device over the barrel such as
the Eclipse barrel sock supplied with the Etha
fiGure 6c)
t-SLot MountinG SYSteM
The Etha utilises a T-slot arrangement to mount the
OOPS to the bottom of the frame
retaining screws on the OOPS body underside
These are used to clamp the OOPS onto the frame. It
is advisable to make sure that these screws are tight
using a 3/8” hex key before attaching an air system
USING THE ETHA
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(See fiGure 6d).
1
Instruction on using the Eclipse barrel sock can be found on the
barrel sock warning label.
.
(See fiGure 6b).
. You have now installed the barrel.
reverse threaded
, to screw the two
(See
1
(See
A
. There are two
B
FIG 6A
FIG 6b FIG 6C
A
.
B
FIG 6D
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