Product Overview
FireTEK FTQ-4x16 Basic Module – 16 Channel Firing Control
Compact. Capable. Ready for Action.
The FireTEK FTQ-4x16 is a compact and versatile firing module designed for operators who need reliable control in a streamlined format. With 16 individual firing channels and support for FireTEK’s wireless mesh system, this module is ideal for smaller-scale shows, special effects, or adding modular expansion to a larger network.
Despite its small size, the FTQ-4x16 is packed with advanced features—real-time error detection, audio integration, GPS synchronization, DMX compatibility, and full interoperability with the FireTEK system. Whether you're enhancing a small show or coordinating with larger modules, the FTQ-4x16 gives you professional-grade performance in a compact, portable unit.
Key Features:
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16 Cue Outputs: Precision-controlled channels for timed and synchronized firing.
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Wireless Mesh Communication: Reliable connectivity with other FireTEK modules and controllers.
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Built-In Audio Support: Integrated audio cueing capabilities make it easy to run synchronized pyromusicals.
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Real-Time Monitoring: Live continuity, battery, and signal feedback help ensure flawless execution.
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DMX & GPS Sync: Seamlessly integrates with DMX lighting, flames, and GPS time-based shows.
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Standalone or Networked: Operates independently or as part of a fully synchronized FireTEK system.
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Rugged & Portable: Compact, durable construction designed for real-world field use.
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USB Rechargeable: Internal rechargeable battery with USB charging for easy maintenance.
Ideal For:
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Close-proximity fireworks and SFX
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Small to medium-scale firework displays
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Synchronized audio firework shows
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Modular expansion for professional FireTEK setups
Why Choose the FTQ-4x16?
Professional-grade control in a travel-ready size. With audio capabilities, wireless flexibility, and seamless integration, the FTQ-4x16 is the perfect module for small-scale setups and expandable networks.
Specification:
FTQ-4×16 Small Special Effects module includes:
- Internal 3.7V @ 2800mAh
- Internal antenna
- 4×16 channel rail with LED
- USB-C charging
- Small remote
NUMBER OF CHANNELS:
Pyro: 16 Pyro Channels with a standard rail or 4 channels without rail (igniters connected directly to RJ-45 connector).
DMX*: 128 DMX channels to control any DMX device.
CASE: Rugged light construction, fire retardant, shock and water resistant.
Dimensions: 90x90x20mm
Weight: 155g (without rails)
COMMUNICATIONS: bidirectional, encrypted.
Wireless 868/915Mhz: With 1 hope repeater and up to 10 km range (more realible on interferences).
POWER:
Battery: Single cell recharghable Lipo 3.7V@800mAh, easy replacebable by the user.
Charging: USB C from standard USB charger. About 2 hours to fully charge.
External power: Any USB charger or USB power bank and would work even if internal battery is failed or is missing.
STANDBY TIME: It can be fast and easy extened with an external USB power bank.
Fully working: up to 6 Hours.
With controller powered off: up to 10 hours.
Sleep mode: up to 2 weeks.
FIRING CAPABILITIES:
Power: up to 10V@5A with high power energy bank store to fire all channels without voltage drop.
In parallel: up to 4 igniters (depends on igniters specifications and UTP cable length and quality).
In series: up to 12 igniters (depends on igniters specifications and UTP cable length and quality).
Firing Resolution: 1ms (1/1000 seconds).
Impulse time: 8 to 50ms. Module measure in real time if the igniters was fired and based on this it automatically adjust the impulse time. Impulse time can be also manual set in script independent for each channel up to 65 seconds.
Firing entire module: All 16 channels can be fired in about 50ms.
Timing limitations for firing: NO limitations – Module automatically handles if too many igniters are fired from same module in the same time.
USER INTERFACE:
Display: Monochrome LCD 1,8′ 128*64 with backlight for local testing of all statuses battery, wireless, igniters connection vs script.
Buttons: 2 control buttons + 1 power.
FUNCTIONALITIES:
Slave: Controlled from a main controller, other module or audiobox set as Master.
Master: To control up to 99 other fireTEK firing modules + up to 9 Music sync box.
Stand alone: As it is controlled using a wireless small 4 buttons remote, panel buttons, external trigger, time code and even GPS time start***.
FIRING MODES:
Fully automatic with or without music, Sequence firing, Step fire and Manual firing and in any combination in the same time.
FIRING CONTROL:
Controller/Other module/Audiobox: From a controller, other module set as master and even an audiobox set as controller.
Controller Time: On a preset time very precise via controller time.
External trigger**: From any other firing system wired connected to external trigger from fireTEK module.
Small 4 buttons remote wireless**: From small 4 button remote wireless.
Android application***: From an Android application via USB.
Panel buttons: From module panel buttons.
OPTIONS (Plug and play boards):
– GPS, External trigger, Small remote, DMX.
SCRIPT:
– Scripts upload to module in advance to allow for precise and reliable firing.
– Scripts can be upload it wireless via controller or directly to module via USB.
– You can see directly on module screen information about script name, product name, time, channel resistance for each channel.
OTHER:
Power off: Can be powered off via controller, It has protection against unintented power off.
Automatically power off: When is not connected to a controller or is not used in Master/Independent mode.
Sleep: Sleep and wake up from controller. Wake up also it can be done from module itself.
Buzzer and lights: Acoustic and LED signals for Arming and firing.
Firmware update: Free, Fast and Easy via USB drive.
CERTIFICATIONS:
FCC, IC and CE certified design, NFPA Compliant.
* DMX option required
** Options required
*** Beta version
