WARNING ADHERE STRICTLY TO THESE AND ALL OTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES! QUICK GUIDE WARNING CONTENTS ADHERE STRICTLY TO THESE AND ALL OTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES! ORIENTATION QUICK SET-UP USING YOUR EGO9 MENU TREE ADVANCED SET-UP MAINTENANCE 02. Careless or improper use, including failure to follow instructions and warnings within this User Manual and attached to the Ego9 could cause death or serious injury. 03. Do not remove or deface any warnings attached to the Ego9.
section is essential reading for everyone. 6 > KNOW YOUR Ego9 7 > Eclipse Shaft 3 Barrel 8 > Inline Regulator 9 > Low Pressure Regulator 10 > Ego9 Solenoid assembly 11 > Operational Overview 12 > THE Ego9 NAVIGATION CONSOLE 13 QUICK SET-UP Details on how to get up and running quickly with your Ego9. This section is essential reading for everyone.
KNOW YOUR Ego9 Eclipse Shaft 3 Barrel QUICK GUIDE CONTENTS NOTE: The bore size of your Shaft 3 may vary according To the model of Ego9 you have. BODY RAMMER CAP B VALVE SPRING VALVE GUIDE Exhaust VALVE LPR BODY LPR CAP A VALVE PLUG RAMMER C TORPEDO ORIENTATION FRM SCREW . F The barrel comprises of two parts, a barrel back A and a barrel front B .
INLINE REGULATOR #015 nbr 90 LOW PRESSURE REGULATOR QUICK GUIDE CONTENTS ORIENTATION #14x2 nbr 70 or #016 nbr 70 INLINE REGULATOR TOP QUICK SET-UP USING YOUR EGO9 MENU TREE ADVANCED SET-UP #015 NBR 70 INLINE REGULATOR PISTON LPR BODY MAINTENANCE #010 nbr 70 SERVICE CENTERS FAULT FINDING PARTS LIST SPARES & ACCESSORIES LPR Piston SPRING LPR PISTON INLINE REGULATOR SPRING #013 NBR 70 .
Operational overview Spool cap Gasket Spool spring CONTENTS ORIENTATION QUICK SET-UP USING YOUR EGO9 Assuming the Ego9 is gassed up and turned on Figure 1.1 shows the marker in its idle position. The Rammer is held in its rear position with pressurised air from the LPR directed through the Solenoid to the front of the rammer. The Valve Chamber is full of pressurised air from the Inline Regulator. Spool Shaft Solenoid Body ORIENTATION Inlet Barb 10. M2.
At the rear of the Ego9 grip frame you will find the Navigation Console (Figure 1.5). PREVIOUS / RAISE The Navigation Console is used for: > Turning the Ego9 on and off using the button > Scrolling through MENUS WITH THE and buttons SELECT NEXT / LOWER ORIENTATION QUICK GUIDE Ensure that the Ego9 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.
Using the Break Beam Sensor System Switching On the Ego9 To switch on the Ego9 press the button twice in quick succession, referred to elsewhere in this manual as ‘double-clicking’. The Ego9 can also be switched on by pushing and holding the button (figure 3.1). QUICK SET-UP USING YOUR EGO9 MENU TREE ADVANCED SET-UP MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING SERVICE CENTERS PARTS LIST The Break Beam sensor system indicator on the top right of the LCD will change from (enabled) to (disabled).
T-Slot Mounting System Macroline Hosing and Elbows The Ego9 utilises a T-slot arrangement to mount the Before you can begin to use your Ego9, you will need to attach an air system and a paintball loader. OOPS to the bottom of the frame. The T-slot is an improvement over the dovetail mounting system found on most paintball markers, and is much more able to withstand the rigours of modern tournament paintball. NOTE: the Ego9 cannot be used with co2, it can only be powered by compressed air or nitrogen.
Firstly disconnect the macroline hosing from the elbow attached to the OOPS at the base of the grip frame (See Figure 4.4). Unscrew the On/Off knob completely from the OOPS and using a 3/32” hex key turn the two screws on the bottom of the OOPS in a counter clockwise direction so that the OOPS can be removed from the rail by sliding it backwards (See Figure 4.5).
(Continued) The Ego9 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 Set-Up Menu and making your selection from the Hardware Menu (see page 52). The Micro Switch Activation Screw is used to adjust the point in the trigger pull at which the micro-switch is activated.
USER INTERFACE When using your Ego9, you may wish to change the velocity at which your Ego9 is firing. This is done by inserting a 1/8" hex key into the adjuster screw at the bottom of your Ego9 Inline Regulator and adjusting it accordingly (See Figure 7.1).
The BBSS is able to switch itself off in the event that a blockage or contamination prevents 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 main screen is used to indicate the eight possible states of the BBSS as follows: USING YOUR EGO9 BBSS enabled and ball detected The Ego9 can be fired at the maximum rate of fire determined by the chosen firing mode. 24.
The Ego9 has a tournament lock which prevents the user from making changes to any parameter that affects the way in which the Ego9 shoots, without the need for tools. This feature is necessary in order to make the Ego9 legal for tournament play. When the lock is enabled the lock indictor will show a closed padlock . USING YOUR EGO9 When the lock is disabled the lock indictor will show an open padlock . 26.
QUICK GUIDE SET-UP MENU MAIN MENU CONTENTS ORIENTATION QUICK SET-UP SET-UP MENU MAIN MENU MENU TREE Turn off the Ego9 LOCK Off On Cancel Timer Shots Avg ROF Peak ROF Cancel Display the game timer on the Run Screen Display the shot counter on the Run Screen Display the average rate of fire on the Run Screen Display the peak rate of fire on the Run Screen Cancel the display selection 00:00 - 60:00 Countdown game timer start time ALARM 00:00 - 10:00 Alarm activation time SAVE MENU TREE START
SET-UP MENU QUICK GUIDE SET-up menu CONTENTS ORIENTATION TYPE FULL PULL TM 3.0 - 25.0 Time in milliseconds that the trigger must be pulled for a shot to be fired REL TM 3.0 - 25.
To access the Main Menu from the Run Screen doubleclick the button and the first item on the Main Menu will be displayed. Alternatively, push and hold the button for 2 seconds. ADVANCED SET-UP To access the Set-up Menu from either the Run Screen or the Main Menu push the internal button and the first item on the Set-up Menu will be displayed. 32.
TIMER the game timer menu Game the game Time Parameter Alarm the Alarm Time Parameter Start the timer Start Parameter QUICK GUIDE CONTENTS ORIENTATION This menu is comprised of parameters that control the operation of the Game Timer: This parameter is used to set the game time; the time from which the game timer counts down to zero. This parameter can be set between 00:00 and 60:00 minutes in 10 second increments and the factory default is 07:10 (7 minutes 10 seconds).
THE SETUP MENU LOck the Tournament Lock Parameter This menu is the starting point for access to all of the parameters that control the way that the Ego9 operates. To access this menu, first turn on the Ego9 and then remove the 3 screws holding the right hand cheek of the rubber grips (see figure 8.1). Peeling back the cheek will reveal a red Setup (a) button on the circuit board (SEE FIGURE 8.2), double-click this button or, alternatively, push and hold it for 2 seconds. QUICK GUIDE CONTENTS FIG 8.
38. With the exception of FACTORY each of the Presets changes only those parameters that control the firing mode of the Ego9, leaving Filter, Timing and Hardware parameters unchanged. MODE THE FIRING MODE PARAMETER ROF CAP THE RATE OF FIRE CAP PARAMETER > SEMi: This is the default and in this firing mode the Ego9 will fire one shot for every trigger pull. > RAMP: In this firing mode, the rate of fire is increased above the rate at which the trigger is pulled once certain criteria have been met.
OFF ROF the RATE OF FIRE WHEN BBSS OFF PARAMETER rmp set the ramp settings menu Type the ramp type parameter RATE THE LINEAR RAMP RATE PARAMETER QUICK GUIDE CONTENTS ORIENTATION 40.
PULL NO THE RAMP START PARAMETER KICK IN THE RAMP KICK-IN PARAMETER sustain the sustain rate parameter RESTART THE RAMP RESTART PARAMETER QUICK GUIDE CONTENTS ORIENTATION The parameter sets the number of trigger pulls that are required at the KICK IN rate before ramping will start. The parameter can be set between 4 and 9 pulls in 1 pull increments. This parameter sets the minimum rate at which the user has to pull the trigger in order to start ramping. This parameter can be set between 5.
Timing THE Timing menu The parameters on the Timing menu all relate to the timing of specific events. fsd Comp THE FIRST SHOT DROP-OFF COMPENSATION PARAMETER First shot drop off is a reduction in velocity of the first shot fired after an extended period of not firing and is caused by the stiction between dynamic o-rings and the surfaces that they are in contact with. In order to compensate for FSD this parameter can be set to add extra time to the DWELL parameter for the first shot.
FILTER THE FILTER MENU The parameters on the Filter Menu are all used to tune the Ego9’s software filters which prevent the Ego9 from firing unless all of the necessary conditions are met.
FULL pull TM Tumbling paintballs can take time to settle in the breech before they can be successfully fired. This parameter is used to set the amount of time that a paintball has to be in the breech before the Ego9 is allowed to fire. This parameter can be set between 1.0 and 20 milliseconds in 0.5ms increments. The PULL TM parameter is used to set the minimum amount of time that the trigger must be pulled before it is recognised as a valid trigger pull. This parameter can be set between 3.0 and 20.
THE Trigger RELEASE POINT parameter The REL PT parameter is only available if OPTO has been selected in the Hardware Menu. REL PT defines the point at which the trigger is considered released and is adjustable between 1% and 49% in 1% increments. BASIC TRIGGER FILTER SET-UP 95% of trigger bounce problems can be eliminated by utilizing one of the nine fixed DBOUNCE choices (LEVEL 1-9).
HARDWRE The Hardware menu The Hardware Menu comprises parameters that control low level functionality of the Ego9 electronic hardware. Sound THE Sound ParameteR The Ego9 board is capable of emitting a variety of sounds to audibly signal when certain functions have been performed, including ,but not limited to, powering up, powering off, changing the BBSS mode and successfully changing parameters.
Cleaning the Break Beam Sensor System (CONTINUED) CONTENTS WARNING Warning: De-gas your marker, discharging any stored gas in a safe direction, and remove the barrel, loader and air system to make the marker easier to work on. FIG 9.1 Maintenance ORIENTATION Replace the Sensor Cover and using a 5/64" hex key, replace the Bream Beam Sensor Cover retaining screw to hold the sensor cover in place (See Figure 9.6). FAULT FINDING Repeat the procedure for the opposite side of the Ego9.
(CONTINUED) Cleaning the Inline Regulator CONTENTS Maintenance Disconnect the macroline hosing from your Inline Regulator allowing it to be unscrewed from the Front Regulator Mount (FRM) (See Figure 10.1). 56. FIG 10.2 MENU TREE ADVANCED SET-UP Note: The sealing face on the inline regulator piston can also cause the regulator to creep or “supercharge”, so this should also be checked.
Cleaning the LOW Pressure Regulator (LPR) (CONTINUED) QUICK GUIDE Insert the front spring (silver in colour) into the LPR Cap, so that it rests neatly on the adjuster screw (see figure ORIENTATION CONTENTS QUICK SET-UP 11.5). WARNING Warning: De-gas your marker, discharging any stored gas in a safe direction, and remove the barrel, loader and air system to make the marker easier to work on. Note: The internals of your LPR may vary according to the model of Ego9 that you have.
Maintaining the Rammer (CONTINUED) Warning: De-gas your marker, discharging any stored gas in a safe direction, and remove the barrel, loader and air system to make the marker easier to work on. QUICK SET-UP USING YOUR EGO9 MENU TREE ADVANCED SET-UP MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING SERVICE CENTERS Replace the Rammer Cap, using the 3/16" hex key to secure it into the Ego9 body (See Figure 12.8). Using a 3/16" hex key, unscrew and remove the Rammer Cap at the rear of the Ego9 (SEE FIGURE 12.2).
CLEANING AND LUBRICATING THE BOLT Removing the frame CONTENTS WARNING WARNING QUICK SET-UP USING YOUR EGO9 MENU TREE ADVANCED SET-UP MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Raise the Bolt pin and remove the Bolt and Bolt pin from the Ego9 marker body (Figure 13.1). Using a dry cotton bud remove any paint or grease from the surface of the Bolt (See Figure 13.2). Lubricate the Bolt (See Figure 13.3) and replace the Bolt, locking the Bolt pin into the designated slot in the Rammer (see figure 13.4). FIG 13.
Attaching the frame the Ego9 Trigger ASSEMBLY WARNING FIG 14.5 Carefully thread the solenoid and break beam sensor system wires through the access holes in the top of the Ego9 grip frame (see figure 14.5) and re-attach the grip frame to the marker body by tightening the two grip frame screws using a 1/8” hex key (see figure 14.6).
(CONTINUED) THE Ego9 SOLENOID ASSEMBLY Replace the Trigger Spring into the spring hole in the top of the trigger and position the trigger so that the hole through the trigger lines up with the holes in the bearing carrier, slide the trigger pin in place (SEE FIGURE 15.6). Maintenance NOTE: DO NOT fully tighten the trigger pin retaining screw until the bearing carrier has been secured in the frame. this is to ensure the trigger pin is correctly lined up against the side wall of the frame. 66.
(Continued) Removing the Valve assembly Using a 5/64” hex key remove the Spool Cap and Spring (SEE FIGURE 16.7). Remove the Spool Shaft using a pair of needle-nosed pliers as shown in SEE FIGURE 16.8. Clean the Spool Shaft using a cloth to wipe off any paint, debris or old grease and lubricate all of the o-rings on the Spool Shaft with Eclipse Grease before re-inserting it (SEE FIGURE 16.9). Replace the Spool Spring then Spool Cap using a 5/64” hex key to secure them in place (SEE FIGURE 16.10).
Note how one side of the exhaust valve guide is flat (A) whilst the other is raised (B) to create the surface that the exhaust valve seals on (see figure 17.7). Inspect the sealing face of both the exhaust valve guide and the exhaust valve for any excessive wear or damage. If the exhaust valve or the exhaust valve guide is damaged then replace with authentic Ego9 parts. Lubricate both of the o-rings on the exhaust valve guide with Eclipse Gun Oil (see figure 17.8).
The Ego9 on/off purge system (oops) (CONTINUED) CONTENTS WARNING Warning: De-gas your marker, discharging any stored gas in a safe direction, and remove the barrel, loader and air system to make the marker easier to work on. Having disconnected the macroline hose from the fitting on the OOPS Body, unscrew the OOPS Knob from the OOPS Body (SEE FIGURE 18.1). Clean off any dirt, debris or moisture from the OOPS Knob and the threaded section of the OOPS Body. FIG 18.
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION QUICK GUIDE CONTENTS ORIENTATION Although a fresh battery has been fitted, the Ego9 will not switch on. The battery does not seem to last very long. The battery has been fitted incorrectly. Fit the Battery correctly with the positive terminal nearest to the side of the frame. QUICK SET-UP The battery terminals are not making proper contact with the battery. Remove the Battery, gently bend the terminals towards where the Battery will sit and then replace the Battery.
FAULT FINDING The marker is chopping or trapping paint. 76. POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The Break Beam Sensor System is switched off. Switch on the Break Beam Sensor System. The Bolt is dirty, causing the sensor system to incorrectly detect a paintball. Clean the Bolt. The Break Beam Sensor System is dirty causing the incorrect detection of paintballs. Clean the Break Beam Sensor System. The Dwell parameter is set too low. Increase the Dwell parameter.
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SCREW QTY DESCRIPTION O-RING LOCATION O-RING LOCATION QUICK GUIDE CONTENTS ORIENTATION 8 1 PARTS LIST 1 82. Back of the Rammer Rammer Cap Inline Regulator Bottom PCB SCREW (3), BEARING CARRIER (2), SOLENOID (2) ( M2.
QUICK GUIDE CONTENTS ECLIPSE Gun OIL The recommended oil for use in all maintenance and servicing procedures that require oil. ECLIPSE Grease The recommended grease for use in all maintenance and servicing procedures that require grease. TECH FLEX MAT Protect your Ego9 whilst you maintain it with the Eclipse Tech Flex Mat. TECH Shirt The perfect pocket covered garment for carrying all those hex keys and spares for your Ego9. ECLIPSE GEO The perfect kit bag companion for your Ego9.
NOTES QUICK GUIDE CONTENTS ORIENTATION QUICK SET-UP USING YOUR EGO9 MENU TREE ADVANCED SET-UP MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING SERVICE CENTERS PARTS LIST SPARES & ACCESSORIES 86. 87.
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