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PLANET ECLIPSE: GEO 4
USER MANUAL / ENGLISH
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  • Page 1 PLANET ECLIPSE: GEO 4 USER MANUAL / ENGLISH P OW ERED C A L...
  • Page 2 WARNINGS READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE THE PLANET ECLIPSE GEO 4 IS NOT A TOY. PAINTBALL Always fit a barrel-blocking device to the marker when not in use. SAFETY RULES MUST BE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES. Always remove paintballs from the marker when not in use.
  • Page 3 WARNINGS READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE Persons under 18 years of age must have adult supervision when This User Manual is in English. using or handling the marker. It contains important safety guidelines and instructions. Should you be unsure at any Only use professional paintball fields where codes of safety are stage, or unable to understand the contents of strictly enforced.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    04 CONTENTS GEO 4 USER MANUAL INTRODUCTION (06-21) RESET (42-43) Setting up Factory reset Switching On/Off Installing the batteries User interface run-screen Breech sensor (BS) indicator FAULT FINDING (44-47) Trigger detection indicator Sound indicator Fault finding tables Tournament lock / Battery indicator...
  • Page 5 FOLLOW OUR OFFICIAL PLANET ECLIPSE SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS TO KEEP UP TO DATE WITH OUR TECH SUPPORT EVENTS CALENDAR.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    06 INTRODUCTION SETTING UP FIG-1 A / K...
  • Page 7 Push the POPS bonnet into the POPS body until it engages. Do not install a compressed air system or load paintballs into the marker until you feel confident with your ability to handle the marker safely and responsibly. Switch ON the GEO 4.

  • Page 8: Switching On/Off

    The navigation console houses the LCD screen and the navigation buttons: Up Down and Select Use the navigation console to switch the GEO 4 On or Off and change the marker settings. Switching ON Press and hold the Select button – or double-click it –...

  • Page 9: User Interface Run-Screen

    09 INTRODUCTION FIG-1 USER INTERFACE RUN-SCREEN FIG-1 Once powered-up a run screen will be displayed. There are a number of run screens and, with the exception of the splash screen, all have the same layout. Run screen specific information. Tap the Up button to cycle between firing mode, game timer, shot count, peak ROF, average ROF and splash run screens.

  • Page 10: Breech Sensor (Bs) Indicator

    10 INTRODUCTION FIG-1 BREECH SENSOR (BS) INDICATOR FIG-1 The BS indicator displays the various states of the breech sensor. BS enabled and a ball is detected The marker can be fired up to the selected rate of fire. BS enabled and NO ball is detected The marker cannot be fired.

  • Page 11: Trigger Detection Indicator

    11 INTRODUCTION FIG-1 TRIGGER DETECTION INDICATOR FIG-1 The trigger detection Indicator (TDI) relays the state of the trigger, ranging from fully released to fully depressed: OPTO sensor selected, reading 0% OPTO reads 0% meaning the trigger is fully released. OPTO sensor selected, reading below RELEASE point OPTO senses that the trigger is in a released state.

  • Page 12: Sound Indicator

    12 INTRODUCTION FIG-1 SOUND INDICATOR FIG-1 The Sound Indicator The sound indicator shows the status of the sound system. See page 33 for more details. Sound enabled Sound will be used to indicate certain events. Sound disabled Sound will not be used.

  • Page 13: Tournament Lock / Battery Indicator

    INTRODUCTION FIG-1 TOURNAMENT LOCK / BATTERY INDICATOR FIG-1 The Lock Indicator shows the status of the Tournament Lock (see page 17). Locked Firing mode parameters cannot be changed. Tournament legal state. Unlocked Firing mode parameters can be changed. The Battery Indicator The Battery Indicator shows the level of charge the battery has.

  • Page 14: Firmware Version Check / Update

    Push and hold the Select button to switch the marker ON. When the GEO 4 logo appears let go of the Select button then push and hold immediately to freeze the version screen. The version screen (Fig-2) will now be displayed. Release the Select button to continue the start-up process.

  • Page 15: Velocity Adjustment

    15 INTRODUCTION VELOCITY ADJUSTMENT FIG-1 FIG-1 The GEO 4 velocity adjustment screw is accessed from the underside of the POPS bonnet. With the POPS bonnet in the rear (engaged) position, insert a 1/8 hex key into the velocity adjuster screw to adjust the velocity.

  • Page 16: Trigger Adjustment

    16 INTRODUCTION TRIGGER ADJUSTMENT FIG-1 FIG-1 The spring return screw controls the spring strength of the trigger return. Clockwise increases the strength, counter-clockwise decreases it. The trigger shoe retaining screw is only to be removed to change to a different style trigger shoe (sold separately). Remove the frame to access the screw.

  • Page 17: The Tournament Lock Button

    17 INTRODUCTION FIG-1 FIG-2 THE TOURNAMENT LOCK BUTTON FIG-1 To access the tournament lock button push the grip release tabs (both sides) towards the front of the frame to release the rear grip section then simply pull and remove the rear grip. FIG-2 Open and remove the front grip section FIG-3...

  • Page 18: Unloading The Geo 4

    18 INTRODUCTION UNLOADING THE GEO 4 FIG-1 5/32...
  • Page 19 INTRODUCTION UNLOADING THE GEO 4 FIG-1 IMPORTANT! Extra precaution to avoid injury. IMPORTANT! To switch OFF/ON, see page 08. Ensure that a barrel blocking device is still fitted for safety. IMPORTANT! Always de-gas before unloading. Switch the marker OFF. De-gas the marker.

  • Page 20: Solenoid Flow Restrictor (Sfr)

    20 INTRODUCTION SOLENOID FLOW RESTRICTOR (SFR) FIG-1 FIG-1 The Solenoid Flow Restrictor (SFR) controls the exhaust flow from the bolt through the solenoid. Adjusting the SFR will change the speed of the bolt’s forward stroke. Use a hex key and turn clockwise to decrease the flow (reducing the speed of the bolt) or counter-clockwise to increase the flow (increasing the speed of the bolt).

  • Page 21: Storage And Transportaion

    INTRODUCTION STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION Your marker must be clear of all paint and propellant during Protect your marker from excessive heat during transportation. transportation or storage. When transporting a paintball marker by air, check with the airline Make sure the marker marker is switched off. regarding their policies on transporting paintball equipment as hold luggage before arriving at the airport.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    22 MAINTENANCE ONLINE MAINTENANCE VIDEOS For step-by-step maintenance videos to help you service and maintain your marker check out our YouTube channels below. From simple, to more advanced maintenance videos, we got your back! YOUTUBE.COM/PLANETECLIPSETV For new products, documentaries and other cool video features visit: YOUTUBE.COM/PLANETECLIPSE...

  • Page 23: Electronics

    23 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE FIG-1 FIG-1 The marker can be configured through editable parameters that are arranged in a menu system. To access the menu when the marker is on, push and hold the Select button until the TURN OFF menu item is displayed.

  • Page 24: Navigating The User Interface

    24 ELECTRONICS FIG-1 NAVIGATING THE USER INTERFACE FIG-1 Once in a menu use the Up and Down buttons to navigate through the menu items. Use the Select button to select the item. If the item is an editable parameter then it can be adjusted with the Up and Down buttons and accepted with another push of the Select button.

  • Page 25: User Interface Parameters

    ELECTRONICS FIG-1 USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS WHAT IS A PRESET? A preset is comprised of all of the parameters that together control the way that the marker fires. These parameters are - > FIRE MODE > ROF CAP > BS ON ROF >...
  • Page 26 FIG-1 PRESET PARAMETERS Select the required preset from the list of available presets (above). 1, 2 Some presets may only be available in certain countries and on some models of the GEO 4. All presets are correct at the time of printing.
  • Page 27 27 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS FIG-1 FIG-1 - FIRE MODE PARAMETER > SEMI: 1 shot per trigger pull. Sets the firing mode of the marker. > RAMP: Ramping, multiple shots per trigger pull under certain conditions. See page 28. FIG-2 FIG-2 - ROF CAP PARAMETER >...
  • Page 28 28 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS FIG-1 FIG-1 - RAMP SET-UP MENU This menu is only available when RAMP has been selected as the FIRE MODE parameter. FIG-2 - TYPE PARAMETER Select the type of ramping required: > STEP: The marker will fire in semi-automatic until a number of trigger pulls (set by SEMI SHOTS) have been made at a minimum pull rate (set by KICK IN).
  • Page 29 29 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS FIG-1 This parameter can be set between 3 and 9 pulls FIG-1 - SEMI SHOTS PARAMETER This sets the number of shots in semi-automatic in 1 pull increments. required at the KICK IN rate before ramping starts. FIG-2 This parameter can be set between 3.3 and 10.0 FIG-2 - KICK IN PARAMETER...
  • Page 30 30 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS FIG-1 FIG-1 - TIMING MENU The TIMING menu parameters control the energise time of the solenoid valve. FIG-2 FIG-2 - DWELL PARAMETER If set too high the marker will waste gas. Sets the amount of time that the solenoid valve This parameter can be set between 15.0 and is energised during each firing cycle.
  • Page 31 31 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS FIG-1 met. Factory default settings are suitable for most FIG-1 - FILTER MENU The FILTER menu parameters are used to tune the set-ups however, certain loader and trigger marker software filters to prevent the marker from set-ups may require filter adjustments.
  • Page 32 32 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS FIG-1 This parameter can be set between 3.0 and 20.0 FIG-1 - PULL TM PARAMETER Sets the minimum amount of time that the trigger milliseconds in 0.1 increments. must be pulled for in order to be recognised as a valid trigger pull.
  • Page 33 33 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS FIG-1 FIG-1 - HARDWARE MENU The HARDWARE menu contains items that are used to control the marker's electronic hardware. FIG-2 FIG-2 - TRIGGER PARAMETER > OPTO: Opto-Electronic trigger pull sensor. This allows the user to select their trigger detection >...
  • Page 34 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS FIG-1 This parameter can be set between 00:00 and FIG-1 - BACKLIGHT PARAMETER Sets the time that the LCD backlight is illuminated 00:20 seconds. Setting this parameter to 00:00 for after a push-button is pressed. will prevent the backlight from coming on. FIG-2 This parameter can be set between 0% and FIG-2 - RED LEVEL PARAMETER...
  • Page 35 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS FIG-1 This parameter can be set between 1 and 31 in FIG-1 - CONTRAST PARAMETER This sets the contrast level of the LCD screen. increments of 1. FIG-2 > NONE: Double-click disabled. FIG-2 - DBL CLICK PARAMETER Sets where the Select button double-click can >...
  • Page 36 36 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS FIG-1 > ON: Training mode enabled. FIG-1 - TRAINING PARAMETER This simulates the firing cycle (in unloaded state) > OFF: Training mode disabled. using a BEEP to simulate a shot fired, allowing the user to practice their trigger technique off the field without firing the marker.
  • Page 37 37 ELECTRONICS USER INTERFACE PARAMETERS FIG-1 FIG-1 - GAME TIMER MENU The game timer menu contains items associated with the game timer. FIG-2 GAME OVER is displayed on the LCD. FIG-2 - GAME PARAMETER This sets the game timer start point, from which This parameter can be set between 00:00 and the timer counts down to zero.

  • Page 38: The Menu Tree

    38 ELECTRONICS THE MENU TREE Turn off the GEO 4 TURN OFF PRESET SEMI NC Load preset - semi auto with no rof cap SEMI 15 Load preset - semi auto with 15bps rof cap SEMI 10 Load preset - semi auto with 10bps rof cap...
  • Page 39 EMPTY FULL 1.0 - 20.0 ms Time in milliseconds (ms) that a paintball must be in breech before the GEO 4 will fire. Default 4.0 ms PULL TM 3.0 - 25.0 ms Time in milliseconds (ms) that the trigger must be pulled for a shot to be fired. Default 6.0 ms 3.0 - 25.0 ms...

  • Page 40: Reset

    NONE Double click is disabled AUTO OFF 05:00 - 60:00 m Time in minutes (m) after which the GEO 4 will automatically switch itself Off. Default 20:00 m Current settings retained RESET FACTORY Resets control parameters to their FACTORY state. CAUTION: Erases ALL changes...
  • Page 41 41 ELECTRONICS THE MENU TREE SHOT COUNT ON (Default) Shot gauge on GAUGE Shot gauge off 100 - 2000 Shot gauge maximum (reset value - GAUGE dependant). Default 140 shots GAUGE MAX BACK GAME TIMER 00:00 - 60:00 Countdown game timer start time in minutes. Default 10:10 m GAME TIME MAIN MENU 00:00 - 60:00...

  • Page 42: Factory Reset

    42 RESET FIG-1 FACTORY RESET Follow these steps in order to reset the GEO 4 to the way that it left the factory. FIG-1 Navigate to the RESET item in the HARDWARE MENU and select the FACTORY option. See page 35.

  • Page 43: Installing The Batteries

    43 RESET FIG-1 INSTALLING THE BATTERIES The GEO 4 uses 2 x AA (LR6, 1.5V) batteries situated in the foregrip. Switch the marker off before you begin. FIG-1 Pull the foregrip away from the body to expose the battery holder...

  • Page 44: Fault Finding

    Increase the flow setting on the SFR. A sticky or faulty solenoid spool in the solenoid body. Check the spool, clean and replace seals as necessary. The GEO 4 does not cycle fully. There is a fault with the solenoid pilot. Replace the solenoid pilot.
  • Page 45 Adjust the loader force feed setting. The breech sensor (BS) is switched off. Switch the breech sensor (BS) on. The GEO 4 has low rate of fire. Clean the breech sensor (BS) and ensure the breech sensor The breech sensor (BS) is in default mode.
  • Page 46 POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The FSDO parameters are set too low to overcome Adjust FSD COMP and FSD DLY parameters. The GEO 4 has low velocity on the o-ring stiction. first shot. The bolt assembly is dirty or incorrectly lubricated. Clean, re-lubricate and replace the o-rings on the bolt as necessary.
  • Page 47 The trigger is permanently depressed. is de-activated when the trigger is released. marker will not fire. Power up the GEO 4 using the button on the back of the The GEO 4 is not powered on. GEO 4 grip frame.

  • Page 48: Technical Information

    48 TECHNICAL INFORMATION PARTS LIST FIG-1...
  • Page 49 49 TECHNICAL INFORMATION PARTS LIST Low rise clamping feed tube assembly Trigger assembly Marker body Battery holder Quick-release bolt assembly Foregrip Bolt assembly SL5 inline regulator assembly Rubber detent Secondary PCB Breech sensor (BS) unit Primary PCB Solenoid assembly Navigation console Rear frame screw AT2 Push On Purge System (POPS) Front frame screw...

  • Page 50: Sl5 Inline Regulator

    Reset the SL5 regulator to factory after re-assembly. Only use the SL5 regulator with the GEO 4. Adjuster o-ring #011 NBR70 Only use the GEO 4 SL5 spring with the SL5 inline regulator. Failure to re-install the Purge poppet assembly correctly Adjuster bottom...

  • Page 51: Geo 4 Bolt Assembly

    51 TECHNICAL INFORMATION GEO 4 BOLT ASSEMBLY FIG-1 Bolt bonnet Propshaft 3 x 1 o-ring Pin plunger Propshaft spring 14 x 2 NBR70 #021 NBR70 Propshaft bumper Valve body 7 x 1 NBR70 Retaining ring 14 x 2 NBR70 Propshaft tip...

  • Page 52: Solenoid Assembly

    52 TECHNICAL INFORMATION SOLENOID ASSEMBLY FIG-1 Solenoid manifold gasket Solenoid plug Solenoid manifold Solenoid plate gasket 6 x 1 o-ring Solenoid plate #6 Solenoid spool seal Solenoid body gasket Solenoid body Solenoid pilot section Solenoid spool #4 Solenoid spool seal M2 x 12 cross pan-head screw M2.5 x 8 socket cap-head...

  • Page 53: Push On Purge System (Pops) Assembly

    53 TECHNICAL INFORMATION PUSH ON PURGE SYSTEM (POPS) ASSEMBLY FIG-1 #005 NBR90 #007 NBR70 #004 NBR70 POPS pin POPS insert POPS body #004 NBR70 Push rod POPS bonnet POPS button Latch spring...

  • Page 54: Trigger Assembly

    Trigger pin locking screw (6-32 UNC x 1/8” socket set) Spring adjuster screw (6-32 UNC x 3/16” socket set) Microswitch screw (6-32 UNC x 3/8” socket set) Trigger shoe retaining screw Trigger Trigger shoe Post-travel adjuster screw (in frame) 6-32 UNC x 1/8” socket set GEO 4 frame...

  • Page 55: Low Rise Clamping Feed Tube Assembly

    55 TECHNICAL INFORMATION LOW RISE CLAMPING FEED TUBE ASSEMBLY FIG-1 FIG-1 Clamping feed nut o-ring #004 NBR70 Clamping feed nut Short clamping feed screw 10-32 UNF x 1/2” Feed tube Feed insert Machined clamping feed screw Feed swivel o-ring #006 NBR70 Feed swivel Feed lever...

  • Page 56: Frame Assembly

    56 TECHNICAL INFORMATION FRAME ASSEMBLY AA battery FIG-1 Battery holder Battery holder screws (x4) 6-32UNC x 5/16 countersunk socket screws SFR assembly Frame assembly Power cable Wire tidy Solenoid output seal Solenoid input seal Battery terminal circuit board 4 x 1 o-ring (x2) Battery jumper Foregrip pin WARNING!
  • Page 57 57 TECHNICAL INFORMATION FRAME ASSEMBLY POPS (built into frame) FIG-1 Rear grip section Front grip section Primary circuit board GEO 4 Circuit board screws (x3) M2.5 x 5 socket cap-head LCD module...

  • Page 58: Breech Sensor (Bs) Assembly

    58 TECHNICAL INFORMATION BREECH SENSOR (BS) ASSEMBLY FIG-1 FIG-1 Breech sensor cover Breech sensor Rubber detent Breech sensor cover retention clip Battery holder Spare rubber detent...

  • Page 59: Geo 4 Circuit Boards

    59 TECHNICAL INFORMATION GEO 4 CIRCUIT BOARDS The GEO 4 has three circuit boards. Two in the FIG-1 FIG-2 grip frame and the battery terminal board in the foregrip, which powers the main circuit board. FIG-1 GEO 4 primary circuit board...

  • Page 60: Support

    Microsoft® Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 / Windows® 10 1 10Mb of storage space A USB 2.0 Type A - Micro B 2 cable is required to connect the GEO 4 to a PC. This cable is not supplied with the GEO 4.

  • Page 61: Our Promise

    Eclipse products and be repaired or replaced in a snap! accessories that can enhance your playing style. For more information about our Planet Eclipse Approved Tech Centres, visit our servicing page online: PLANETECLIPSE.COM/TECH/SERVICING * Conditions apply, see online policies for full details at planeteclipse.com...

  • Page 62: Index

    62 SUPPORT INDEX AA: 43 56 Dbl click: 35 Hardware: 33 40 Adjustment screw: 15 Debounce: 31 39 Air system: 07 19 44 46 60 Down: 08 24 Alarm: 37 41 Dwell: 30 39 Kick in: 25 28 29 39 Auto off: 35 Empty: 31 39 LCD: 08 17 34 35 37 40 57 59 62...
  • Page 63 63 SUPPORT INDEX Parameters: 04 13 23 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Select button: 08 14 23 24 35 37 63 Unlocked: 13 35 36 37 38 40 46 60 Semi shots: 25 29 28 39 Up: 08 09 24 PCB: 47 49 62 Servicing: 44 61...

  • Page 64: Notes

    64 NOTES...
  • Page 65 12 months from the time of original purchase**. I verify that I am least 18 years of age and I have read Warranty cover is dependent on successful completion, and receipt by Planet Eclipse Limited, of warranty registration and proof the manual supplied with my Eclipse paintball marker ®...
  • Page 66 LICK. GET MORE - PLANETECLIPSE.COM STICK. SEND. PLANET ECLIPSE 130 FRANKLIN STREET BUILDING L4 & L5 WARREN RHODE ISLAND 02885 U.S.A. TO BENEFIT FROM OUR INDUSTRY-LEADING GLOBAL TECH SUPPORT PLEASE REGISTER YOUR MARKER ONLINE TODAY WARRANTY.PLANETECLIPSE.COM...
  • Page 67 67 NOTES...
  • Page 68 12/256,832; 12/613,958; 12/493,777; 11/654,721; 11/747,107; 12/503,504; 11/781,821; 60/832,548; 11/965,886; 10/280,115 Additional U.S. and International Patents may be pending. EUROPE © Planet Eclipse Ltd. PE-Paintball.De Gmbh 130 Franklin Street Unit 14 Premier Park, Acheson Way Langenberger Str. 9 Tor 5 & 6 Building L4 &...

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