FC-A Field Controller

The FC-A combines the capacity for complex shows with flexible script management and clear controls for your operators. Five network outputs, each supporting up to 128 firing modules, accommodate extensive layouts, while four 2,500-line script tables keep complex sequences organized into up to 16 subscripts per table, or 64 in total. USB transfer and editing directly on the controller give your team the flexibility to prepare scripts in advance and make adjustments on site. During operation, a color-illuminated keyboard and 16 caliber groups with hazard lockouts help operators maintain a clear overview and control over the show.

Five individually protected network outputs let you divide your firing network into separate sections for greater show continuity. Each output features its own status indication, dedicated driver electronics, and a thermal circuit breaker, helping the remaining sections keep running even if one is interrupted. Integrated booster technology supports longer network runs, while Advanced Mode allows up to 500 ignitions per second when all five outputs are used in parallel. Multiple FC-A controllers can also be linked by Deadman Link Cable, passing Deadman enable and trigger signals from one controller to the next. An FC-E can be connected at the end of the link for the same coordinated control. The FC-A also includes Legacy Mode as its default operating mode, preserving the established FC3 control layout so experienced users can move to the new controller without relearning familiar workflows. Shows can run from the internal clock or follow SMPTE or PD-FSK timecode. The field controller automatically detects incoming SMPTE timecode and synchronizes accordingly. Contact us for availability of a compatible external power supply for your country.