Question 1

Can I duel with it?

Accepted Answer

Duelling with a lightsaber is one of life's great joys. If you want to get serious about lightsaber combat we highly recommend a hilt with baselit electronics. We also suggest you request a heavy grade blade in your order notes which is 50% thicker than the standard baselit blade. Why?Neopixel blades have hundreds of leds along the length of the polycarbonate tube. The polycarbonate is tough and if you hit it forcefully enough it can even bend a little without breaking. The wires connecting all those LEDs inside are metallic and more brittle which means that heavy contact could cause them to break. One other consideration.If you are interested in a saber with a thin neck e.g Luke Hero or OWK EP3.5 etc, please note that the narrower neck section may not withstand heavier duelling and the blade is also not held in by as much material which can cause damage if used inappropriately.

Question 2

Whats included in the box?

Accepted Answer

Empty sabers come with just the hilt. No electronics.

Installed lightsabers come with a few items depending on the chosen hilt.

All sabers include:
An instruction  manual
A blade
A tool kit with blade retention screws and an allen wrench
A USB charging cable or external battery charger

Replica SN Pixel/Proffie sabers from TXQ include:
A blade plug
A display stand

Xenopixel/Proffie sabers from Nexus include:
SD Card Reader

Question 3

Do the sabers make sounds?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely.  Unless you purchase a clearly marked empty hilt or stunt saber, all the sabers have a soundboard which contains several themed sets of sound effects called sound fonts.

Sabers with SD cards support customisation of the sound fonts so you can remove fonts you don't love or even add new ones that you purchase/acquire elsewhere.

You can read more about the different electronics options in our comprehensive guide.

Question 4

What are the electronics options?

Accepted Answer

We have several electronics options available and have developed a comprehensive guide to help you understand the differences and choose the best option for you.

In short: Baselit options are the RGBS4, RGBS16 and SRGB. Pixel options are the SNV4 Pro and Proffie 2.2

Best for duelling: RGBS16 - lots of sound effects, great for duelling and spinning.Best for Kids: RGBS4 - Shorter blade, simple and robust controls.Best for realism: SNV4 Pro - Pixel blade with lots of effects and customisation options. 
Best for power users: Proffie 2.2 - limitless configurability, but not without learning a thing or two.
 Visit https://www.jwsabers.com.au/electronics to learn more.

Question 5

What blade lengths are available?

Accepted Answer

Baselit Blades are available in 58, 66, 82 and 92cm length.

Neopixel Blades ae available in 66, 82 and 92cm lengths.

The default blade length included with all purchases is 82cm with the following exceptions:
Padawan Pack includes 58cm blades. 
RGBS4 electronics come with 58cm blades
The Ahsoka set contains one 82cm and one 66cm blade

Question 6

Do you have other lightsaber designs?

Accepted Answer

We have access to the full catalogue of sabers and accessories from both TXQSabers and Nexus Sabers (LGT). As there are hundreds of models we do not list them all in our store, but we can provide a quote for any saber.

If you have a certain look or character in mind we may be able to source one from our manufacturers.

Please reach out to us at sales@jwsabers.com.au with the details of the saber you are interested in and we will get back to you with more information and a quote.

Question 7

What materials are these made from?

Accepted Answer

The blades are made from durable polycarbonate tubing in either 2 or 3mm thickness

The hilts are primarily machined aircraft grade aluminium but this does vary. Some hilts come with plaster or leather components.

The electronics are installed in a plastic chassis that fits snuggly in the inside diameter of the hilt. This helps provide shock absorption and to keep all components secure.

Question 8

How do I connect the blade?

Accepted Answer

Each saber has 1-4 retention screws. They come in a small plastic bag with an Allen wrench and occasionally other small items/parts.

Identify the locations for the blade retention screws on the emitter section of your new hilt. If you prefer, you can begin to screw in the retention screws before inserting the blade. Ensure the blade retention screws are not inserted so far that they form an obstruction.

Pixel Blades. Insert the blade until it makes contact with the pins in the emitter. The pins are spring loaded so if you look carefully, you should be able to observe the blade can push a tiny bit further into the emitter (1-2mm max). This should not require excessive force. 
Base lit Blades. Inset the blade until it makes contact with the base of the emitter.

Identify which is the primary blade retention screw hole. On some hilts, it makes no difference however these are the things that can help identify one as better than the others. 
If the emitter is angled, the best retention screws are on the short side of the emitter. 
Screws in the middle of the blade recess are ideal, but if the choice is between one near the tip of the hilt, or closer to the pixel/LED connector, choose the higher one. 
If there are two screw holes in alignment vertically, this can provide the most secure blade install by using both.

With the blade pushed in securely, insert and tighten one blade retention screw until it makes contact with the blade and then tighten it approximately a half turn further.  If your hilt has multiple blade retention screws, you can install more however you should avoid any that are more than 90 degrees apart. (watch the video for an explanation)

Do not overtighten the screws. The blade should be secure when lightly tugged.

Video Guide:

Question 9

How do I charge the saber?

Accepted Answer

Safety and Warranty note
The included cable/charger should be used with a 5V power supply outputting no more than 2A. Exceeding this amperage will void your warranty and potentially destroy the electronics inside the saber. Modern phone chargers often have much higher amperage, do not use one you are not sure about. Most computer USB ports are okay but should be verified if you are unsure.

External recharge port
These sabers have a visible port on the outside of the hilt. It is usually located near the power button and may be a USB-C or a 2.1mm DC port. These saber come with a compatible cable with a USB-A connector on the other end.

Internal recharge port
Same as for external recharge ports except you must first open up the hilt to locate the recharge port. For most hilts, this will involve unscrewing the lower grip section of the hilt, but please refer to the instructions included with your saber purchase, or reach out to us if unsure.

No recharge port
If your saber has no internal or external port you will need to remove the battery and charge it using the included USB powered single cell charger. After opening the hilt and removing the chassis if applicable, turn the hilt/chassis so the battery faces down. Gently tap the hilt/chassis on the palm of your hand to dislodge the battery gently into your grasp.

Do not pry the battery out with tools as you may damage the battery or connectors.

Question 10

How do I know when it has finished charging?

Accepted Answer

There are a few different ways that you will be able to tell when your lightsaber has finished charging.

For external chargers, the led will simply indicate green for charged.

For sabers with illuminated power buttons, most will flash slowly (breath) while charging. When this stops, the saber is charged. Many of the sabers will also play an audio file such as "Charged" or "Ready" to inform you they are charged.

Question 11

What is the difference between baselit and pixel?

Accepted Answer

In the lightsaber community, baselit is used in reference to lightsabers that are illuminated from a single light source located in the top (emitter) of the hilt. Most baselit sabers these days have a powerful RGB LED which enables colour customisation as well as other simple blade effects by briefly changing the colour of the bladePixel, on the other hand, refers to string LED technology installed along the length of the blade to create dynamic and customizable visual effects. These blades are composed of individual RGB LEDs (pixels) that can be individually controlled to display various colors, patterns, and even animations. With pixel blades, you can achieve effects like blade scrolling, pulsating, ignition and retraction effects, and much more. They often offer a higher level of visual customization and are popular among enthusiasts who enjoy personalizing their lightsaber experience.Pixel sabers often have a selection of predefined effects leveraging the functionality of the pixels. More advanced soundboards like the proffie permit users to code any combination of effects they can think of.

Question 12

Can I add or swap the SD card for a bigger one?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If your soundboard has an SD card slot you can add an SD card or swap out the current one.

Most soundboards only support SDHC format so large cards won't actually be compatible. Generally 32GB is safe and should give you plenty of space for soundfonts.

Question 13

How should I store my Saber for extended periods of time?

Accepted Answer

If you will not be using your saber for some time, remove the battery and store it in a safe, dry place away from temperature extremes. This will protect the battery from being inadvertently drained below safe levels and ensure it is ready to go next time you want to use your lightsaber.

Avoid fully charging the battery prior to storage. If you have recently fully charged the saber, you can lower the battery voltage by igniting the saber for around 10 minutes.

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