> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.creativeconners.com/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.creativeconners.com/docs/stagehand/stagehand-hydraulic/getting-started.md). # Getting Started ![](https://3040525219-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MhFI6SSKpm8M7EkrYqp%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-85ca8fcc25714f8d41eedcb2bf36935de9467707%2Fimage18?alt=media) Congratulations on your purchase of the Stagehand Hydraulic from Creative Conners, Inc. The Stagehand Hydraulic is a purpose-built motion controller for hydraulic effects using Spikemark software. The Stagehand Hydraulic is designed to control a single proportional valve connected to a fixed speed hydraulic pump. To turn the pump on and off, you may need additional controls, such as a Stagehand FX. The Stagehand Hydraulic incorporates the valve power supply, safety interlock circuitry, and motion controller all in a 3U rack enclosure. Tiny is mighty, this one product now replaces 3 products to control a hydraulic effect while incorporating bumper switches and interlocks to keep motion safe. The Stagehand Hydraulic is the only controller you need to Make It Move!, hydraulic style. This manual will guide you through: * Unpacking * Installation * Powering up * Operation * Troubleshooting If you need any help along the way, contact us! * Online: [www.creativeconners.com](https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.creativeconners.com\&sa=D\&source=editors\&ust=1660662070002122\&usg=AOvVaw1MKFCR96u4NYd3J_JzNHRi)​ * Email: ​ * Phone: 401-289-2942 x2 ## What’s in the box? * Stagehand Hydraulic Motion Controller * 5 ft. IEC power cord * 2 Interlock safety jumpers * 2 auxiliary limit jumpers * \#10-32 rack mount screws with nylon washers (x4) Give us a call or drop an email if any of these parts are missing. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters: ``` GET https://docs.creativeconners.com/docs/stagehand/stagehand-hydraulic/getting-started.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `automate deployments from our CI pipeline` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.