System Overview

Getting Started

Setting up a base and lifter.

The lifters / controller configuration process

The video demonstrates the different usage of the lifters and how to set it up, each lifter is capable of each type. It only requires you to physically change the lifter, and then change the mode on the controller.

NOTE: This video shows an older version of the controller, but still gives an idea of how the system works.

About the controller

The controller can power 4x lifters but has the ability to control an unlimited number of lifters through the use of breakout boxes. The Standard version can only control 4 lifters groups where the Commercial / LE version can control 8. The controller is powered by an internal rechargeable battery that changes via USB-C. It provides more than 2,500 lifts on a charge. The controller has three modes:

Range Master: Primarily for courses of fire, qualifications, or group classes. This mode turns all the targets at the same time. The user can choose to have the targets turn back (hide) after a certain amount of time, or never turn back. The you can set the time when the targets all hide to be anything from 1 second to 60 seconds.

Standard: This allows for manually moving the targets by pressing a button. The controller has 5 random modes as well as 5 preset drills.

Drills: Choose between 10 set drills, this allows everyone to undergo the same course each time if they choose. There are different skill levels from easy to “Mad Maximum”.

Random: Choose between 10 set random modes. This allows for different experience each time. There are different skill levels from easy to “Mad Maximum”.

Once each lifter has been physically setup in either pop up, rotate or peek you simply press the target button it will cycle between show, or hidden. This could be up or down or other moments depending on how the physical lifter is setup.

The controller is not designed to be left outdoors overnight or for use during inclement weather. It hasn’t had a problem being outdoors for a week at a time occasionally. It was not designed for it and it may age faster than expected, for this and that is not recommend.

Standard VS Commercial / LE Kits:

  • Commercial: Same controller for wireless / wired operation, IE if you ordered wired and want to upgrade to wireless you only need wireless receivers

  • Commercial: 8 lifters groups

  • Commercial wired: Includes Breakout Box (see detail below)

  • Commercial:  The lifters are made out of a black carbon fiber material that is more durable and ridge (also looks better).

  • Commercial: 2 year warranty including a replacement of any one part (lifter / controller) for accidental damage for any reason

  • Commercial:  The base legs to be ~4" longer each allowing for much better suitable higher winds.

  • Standard: 4 lifter groups 

  • Standard: Wired only controller

  • Standard: 1 year warranty 

  • Standard: Normal dark green plastic

Breakout Box:

  • With one input and four outputs, this allows for one cable to go down range to control four lifters. Breakout boxes can be daisy chained to allow for (in theory) unlimited lifter. IE, plug in one breakout to box to next to allow for 4 additional lifters. You are still limited to 4 lifter groups with the standard controller and 8 with the commercial / LE controller.

Lifters

Designed to lift a full size IPSC cardboard target on a 20”-40” inch long 1”x 2” piece of wood in about 1 second (with a full charge). The lifter has enough power to overcome 10-15 mph winds or handle larger targets, such as 24” by 36” cardboard backers. The lifter can be arranged to have targets pop up from the ground, around a corner or rotate, allowing for shoot / no shoot scenarios.

This kit comes with one mount per lifter that can be easily attached to any piece of suitable wood. More info on the base HERE

The lifter is not designed to be left outdoors overnight or for use during inclement weather. It hasn’t had a problem being outdoors for a week at a time occasionally. It was not designed for this and that is not recommend.

The Lifter uses standard 3 pin XLR cable. Using 16 AWG XLR cable it works up to ~ 90 yards. With 20AWG it works up to ~40 yards. Using rotating only mode it will work past 100 yards with 20AWG or greater cable.

The cable can be daisychained together, IE you can connect two 35 ft cables to make a 70ft cable.

Base Options

Both options use the same dovetail system to allow for quickly securing and removing lifters from the mount.

Base Mount - can be attached to a suitable piece of wood or other material to create a stable base. One included with each lifter.

Portable/Lightweight Base - With an approx. 44” foot print when assembled it allows for a stable platform. Disassembled, the largest portion is less than 22”. Easy to store and transport, this option makes setup, teardown and storage simple.

-LITE -Portable/Lightweight Base -using only three legs that are much shorter it is designed to be used with the Lifter LITE’s and although they are compatible with the Lifter Standard they are not recommended for use with them.

Warranty and Returns

  • We offer a one year warranty for the standard version and a 2 year warranty for the LE / Commercial version. This warranty includes manufacture defects in the product as well as normal wear and tear.

 

Future Accessories

In the development pipeline we currently have a hit sensor and system for linear and or vertical movement. These are slated for mid 2025.

Shoot / No Shoot Targets

Challenge Targets

There are several solutions for shoot / no shoot targets from various venders. Below are links to different products that have worked for us.

T.REX Chameleon Variable Threat System