Bumper King Zapper English -
If your unit arrives with the bulbs not pre-installed:
The "Bumper King" name refers specifically to the outer protective grid. Unlike cheap zappers where a child's finger could touch the live wire, the Bumper King features:
Warning: Even with bumpers, never leave the unit unattended near small children or pets who might knock it over. bumper king zapper english
Assuming you have the English firmware or have located the language toggle, here is the standard setup procedure for the Bumper King Zapper.
Q: My Bumper King Zapper screen is in Chinese. How do I get English? A: Reboot the machine. While the Bumper King logo is on screen, press Service + Left Trigger + Start simultaneously. This universal code forces the language selection menu on most firmware versions. If your unit arrives with the bulbs not
Q: Can I use a different light gun on the Zapper? A: No. The Zapper uses a proprietary impedance-matched sensor. Third-party guns (like GunCon or Wiimotes) will not work. You must buy an OEM "Bumper King Zapper Gun" (Part #BK-ZAP-G2).
Q: Is the Bumper King Zapper legal to import into the EU/US? A: Yes, provided it has the English voltage sticker (110-240V 50/60Hz). Some older Asian units are 220V only. Check the back panel before plugging in. Warning: Even with bumpers, never leave the unit
How does it stack up in the English-speaking market?
| Feature | Bumper King Zapper | Flowtron BK-40D | Stinger MK2 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Coverage | 1,500 sq ft | 1 acre (4,000 sq ft) | 1,500 sq ft | | Bulb Type | UV LED (new models) | UV Fluorescent | UV Fluorescent | | Noise Level | Low (soft pop) | Loud (explosive zaps) | Silent (glue board) | | Price | $$ (Mid-range) | $$$ (Expensive) | $ (Budget) | | English Manual | Bare-bones | Excellent | Poor |
Verdict: The Bumper King is the best "medium-duty" unit for suburban patios. Flowtron is better for farms; Stinger is better for indoor use.