{"product_id":"boo-box-flex-8-output-controller-mp3-audio-player","title":"Boo Box Flex2 (8 output controller, MP3 Audio Player - NO DMX)","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note – Due to OEM restrictions – Fright Idea controllers can only be purchased in conjunction with new DC Prop orders or verifiable previous purchases. If you would like to order controllers for non-dc items, please purchase directly from www.frightideas.com If ordered and we cannot verify a previous purchase, we will be forced to cancel the order and will only refund 90% of your order due to transaction fees we cannot get back from our processor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescCaption\"\u003eThe Flex can now be configured using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf This Then That\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elogic. You can trigger scenes, control variables, and much more. The top-tier model can output DMX to control lighting fixtures or any DMX accessory. Absolutely no other controller can offer you this many features at these prices.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionRight\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/media\/images\/prodimg\/flex-director.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProgramming\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flex is easily programmed using our free\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/director\/software\"\u003eDirector\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esoftware. Create even the most complex shows with just your mouse and keyboard. Director will save your show to an SD card so it can be uploaded to the Flex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you'd like to program in real-time, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/booboxes\/director-connect.html\"\u003eDirector Connect\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edongle will allow you to connect your PC to the Flex so Director can animate it live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionLeft\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/media\/images\/prodimg\/flexible_storage.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlexible Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flex can use either its internal memory or an SD card for animation and MP3 storage. The internal 16MB flash chip has enough memory for most props. For more demanding props, pop in an SD card and it’ll use that instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionLeft\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/media\/images\/prodimg\/behaviors_example.png\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBehaviors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can now setup global and scene-specific Behaviors to control how the FlexMax responds to inputs, and other events like variable and timer changes. Behaviors can be used to jump to scenes, control outputs, override DMX channels, and more. You can see an example on the left of how Behaviors look in the Director software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehavior 'IF' statements can trigger off of input states, output states, variables, timers, and more. Instead of simply triggering immediately when an input is activated, you can add minimum ON times to filter out noise or false inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehavior 'THEN' statements can control outputs, DMX channels, trigger specific or random scenes, modify variables, control timers, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionLeft\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/media\/images\/prodimg\/flex-outputs.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlexible Outputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flex can be purchased in 2, 4, or 8 output models. All outputs are solid-state so they can control 12 or 24VDC loads without wear and tear. Each output is protected from shorts and overloads and capable of handling 1.5 amps of current. To control high voltage or current loads a relay must be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionRight\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/media\/images\/prodimg\/flex-output-accessories.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOutput Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to control more than one or two AC or high-current loads, check out our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/boobox-accessories-1.html\"\u003eOutput Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e. We offer relay boards and AC relay packs that start working as soon as you plug them into the expansion port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that these output accessories do not add more outputs to a Flex, they simply offer a convenient way to control different types of loads. For example, output 1 on the expansion port will turn on when output 1 on the Flex is activated. You can connect both of the outputs to different devices, as long as you don't mind them both turning on at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionLeft\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/media\/images\/prodimg\/led_gantom.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Dimmable Outputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the 8 output model, the last two outputs can optionally be used to dim LEDs or small bulbs. Each output can handle 1.5 amps - that's a lot of LEDs! Create any lighting effect you want using the sliders on our ScareMaster or the virtual sliders in Director. When driving LEDs with these outputs you'll need to run the Flex at 12 volts, or use 24 volts and our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/boobox-accessories-1\/led-resistors.html\"\u003eLED resistors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto reduce the voltage at the LED.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionRight\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/media\/images\/prodimg\/flex-speakers.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAudio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo need to waste valuable outputs triggering an external audio device. The Flex’s built-in MP3 player lets you playback up to 8 different CD quality audio tracks for each scene. It can also play unlimited ambient audio files, resume the ambient audio after a triggered scene, and fade audio between scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant the ambient sounds a little quieter than the scare sounds? The Flex has independent volume controls for each channel and scene. This allows you to quickly adjust the volume on a scene by scene basis without any sound editing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionLeft\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/media\/images\/prodimg\/flex-triggers.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrigger Inputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flex has two optically-isolated trigger inputs. Inputs can be used to trigger scenes, different length shows for busy nights, or even as emergency stops. Pre and post-delays are also available for each trigger, as well as a timer mode to set the prop off on a recurring schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common triggers are PIR motions sensors, beam sensors, hand triggers, and pressure mats. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FlexMax 2 is expandable to a total of 10 inputs by linking a supported slave device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionRight\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/media\/images\/prodimg\/flex_2021_top_din_rail.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMounting Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flex enclosure has sturdy mounting flanges for easy mounting to control boards or cabinets. You can also purchase a DIN Rail bracket that screws to the back of the Flex for sturdy mounting to DIN Rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionLeft\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/media\/images\/prodimg\/flex-dmx.jpg\" width=\"200\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDMX Lighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFlex with DMX Output\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan output DMX to control popular stage lighting, strobes, and foggers. The Flex makes it easy to control all of them while keeping them in sync with your prop’s animation and sound. Adding DMX devices doesn't use up any of your solid-state outputs. To connect the Flex 2 to a DMX fixture you'll need a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/cat6a-cable.html\"\u003eCAT5e\/6A Cable\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand this\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/rj45-to-3p-xlr-female-adapter.html\"\u003eRJ45 to XLR Adapter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFlex with DMX Output\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan handle up to 128 DMX channels. The DMX Output option, as well as support for up to 256 and 512 DMX channels, can be added in place after purchase using the Director software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDMX Capture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flex can also be used to capture DMX data from another source. This feature can be used to import animation from another software package or device. The capture can then be used as one of the scenes in your show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionRight\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/media\/images\/prodimg\/flex-power.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes 12V 5amp Power supply \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prodDescSectionLeft\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlex 2 Improvements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow does the Flex 2 compare to the previous generation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16MB vs 4MB of internal flash memory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRGB status LED for clearer indication of current state.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDMX input and output now available on RJ45 jacks following the DMX wiring standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved power supply filtering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDownloads and Documentation\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_downloads\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h3\u003e\nQuick Start Guide      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/downloads\/docs\/Flex_2_Quick_Start_v211.pdf\"\u003eDownload\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/downloads\/docs\/Flex_2_211_Dimensions.pdf\"\u003eDownload\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_downloads\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\nDirector Software      \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.frightideas.com\/director\"\u003eDownload\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fright Ideas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52520966914350,"sku":"FI206-8","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/1434\/0910\/files\/flex2_top.jpg?v=1788068243","url":"https:\/\/7tzwvd-nr.myshopify.com\/products\/boo-box-flex-8-output-controller-mp3-audio-player","provider":"DC Design Studio LLC - DC Props","version":"1.0","type":"link"}