User Guide

Is This the Right Controller for My Display?
When choosing a controller, keep in mind that this 3 Track Smart Chaser can run 2 or 3 track displays, in the
sequences listed on the sequence label, with a maximum of 10 amps on at one time.
• If you need more than 3 tracks, more than 10 amps, or a different pattern, review the specs for our
4, 6, and 8 Track Smart Chasers.
• If you need more than 18 amps or a custom sequence, check out our programmable controllers.
What This Smart Chaser Can Do:
• There are 16 different chase sequences built into this smart chaser, all ready to plug and play. They
are based on 11 different patterns – all 11 patterns can be run in 3 track mode, and 5 of the patterns
can also be run in 2 track mode.
o Look at the Sequence Label and the detailed descriptions of what each available pattern does
on pgs. 5-6 to see if the sequence you need is available with this controller.
• You CAN adjust the speed of your sequence pattern with this smart chaser by turning the speed pot
left or right, to dial in the perfect speed. (The speed pot is located on the bottom, right end of the
controller, centered between the two receptacles.)
o For most of the available sequences, the speed pot will let you adjust the speed from as fast
as 1/20
th
of a second per step to as slow as 2 seconds per step.
o For sequences labeled “slow”, the speed pot will let you adjust the speed from as fast as 2
seconds per step to as slow as 6 seconds per step.
*Note: A “step” is defined as each stage of the changes of the lights, as they move
through a pattern. When any light turns on or turns off in one moment, that is a
“step”. When another light turns on or off after that, that is the next “step”.*
• All of Flash Track Lighting’s controllers, INCLUDING this one, CAN be used outdoors.
What This Smart Chaser CANNOT Do:
• This smart chaser is limited to 3 separate tracks of lights and can only run up to 10 amps ON AT ONE
TIME. (Look at our 4, 6, and 8 Track Smart Chasers if you need more tracks or more amps.)
• This smart chaser cannot be custom-programmed to run any sequences that are not already built in.
o Talk to us if you think your display requires a custom sequence. There is a good chance that
one of the 16 sequences pre-programmed on this smart chaser will meet your needs, but if
not, we can look at whether or not one of our other products (4, 6, and 8 track Smart Chasers
OR custom Programmable Controllers), would be the right fit for your display.
• This smart chaser does not work with music input.
o We have seen many amazing holiday light park displays and home displays run on this
controller with music playing along, but Flash Track Lighting’s controllers are not capable of
responding to music input or being custom-programmed to move “in step” with music.
If you are having trouble deciding if this is the right product for you, call us at 1-877--391-1161 or email us at
[e-mail] to let us help make sure you are choosing the right controller for your display.
We are available to talk through your display with you to help make sure that you are choosing the right
controller for your needs. (We can also tell you which strands of lights to plug into which receptacles and
which sequence to choose to get the effect you want for your display for no additional charge!) Our expert
assistance comes free with your interest in our products!
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