Technical Procedure Reference
Testing Animatronic Performance Routines (via Control Module)
- Verify that all animatronics are in position on their designated stages before beginning any test.
- On the Control Module interface, confirm that the stage indicator button is on and blue (Online).
- If a unit’s stage light is off or flashing red, press the Electrical Reset button once to attempt reconnection.
- If an animatronic is absent from its stage, perform an Electrical Reset and wait for the system to confirm a “No Signal” state — this ensures circuits are discharged before diagnostics continue.
- Once all units report as Online, press Flash to verify visual systems are responding; each stage should emit a short light pulse.
- Observe the on-screen status log for response confirmation (example: “Stage 3 — Optical Response Detected”).
- Press Performance Routine Start to begin the motion and audio synchronization test.
- Watch the stage indicators — they should alternate in a steady rhythm as each animatronic cycles through its routine.
- If a unit fails to move or the sequence halts, use Electrical Reset again to clear the circuit line, then reinitiate the test.
- When testing completes successfully, return all stage systems to Standby Mode and verify that no error lights remain active.
Note: Electrical Reset is used both for units on their stages and when a unit is reported absent; the reset helps clear line states before diagnostics continue.
Control Module — Simulated Interface
Stage Indicators
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Stage 4
Controls
System Log
10:42:01 — Module initialized. Waiting for stage status...
10:42:05 — Stage 1 — Online.
10:42:06 — Stage 2 — Online.
10:42:08 — Stage 3 — No Signal.
10:42:09 — Stage 4 — Error: Motion comms.
10:42:05 — Stage 1 — Online.
10:42:06 — Stage 2 — Online.
10:42:08 — Stage 3 — No Signal.
10:42:09 — Stage 4 — Error: Motion comms.
Electrical Reset — Behavior & Guidance
The Electrical Reset control performs a soft reset of the stage line: it clears latched signals and allows the stage to re-establish handshake with the Control Module. Use it when indicator lights show off, red, or when a unit is reported not present on its stage. Allow a brief interval (2–4 seconds) after pressing Reset for the system to update status.
Quick Reference
- Flash — triggers a short visual pulse on all connected stages (visual check).
- Electrical Reset — clears stage line states and re-attempts handshake (use for offline/absent units).
- Performance Routine Start — initiates the motion + audio sequence for verification.
- Standby Mode — return systems to idle after successful tests.
Accessing Faceplate Panels (For Inspection)
- Ensure the animatronic is powered down and marked as inactive in the Control Module.
- Locate the twin latch points on either side of the facial housing assembly.
- Press the left, right, and top latch points to unlock all latches simultaneously.
- When unlocked, the faceplate will hinge open slightly — support it with one hand to prevent overextension.
- Check that no internal cabling is caught or strained when accessing the housing area.
- Perform visual checks on sensors, speaker mounts, and internal support brackets.
- When inspection is complete, close the faceplate until both locks click into position.
- Confirm the system logs register “Faceplate Secured.”
Removing Power & Control Modules
- Verify the main power indicator reads 0.0V and the module is inactive.
- Open the service hatch located beneath the core chassis assembly.
- Identify the Power Module Unit (PMU) by its labeled connector slot.
- Disengage the dual lock pins to release the unit from the mount frame.
- Slide the module outward until the connection light turns off.
- Place the removed module into a static-protected holding tray for inspection or replacement.
- Insert a replacement or reattached unit until the securing pins click into place.
- Reinitialize via the Control Module to confirm power handshake and module recognition.
- Record the operation in the Maintenance Log before resuming diagnostics.