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== MICROBEAST PLUS and MICROBEAST PLUS HD == <!--T:2--> | == MICROBEAST PLUS and MICROBEAST PLUS HD == <!--T:2--> | ||
MICROBEAST PLUS is based on the popular MICROBEAST and starts the next level of the BEASTX flybarless revolution. MEMS sensors of the latest generation measure the aircraft‘s rotational movement with unprecedented precision and transmit the data digitally and in real time to the control system. These new sensors are insensitive to typical vibrations of a model helicopter. The casing made of plastic composite material keeps the weight of MICROBEAST PLUS sensationally low.<br /> | MICROBEAST PLUS is based on the popular MICROBEAST and starts the next level of the BEASTX flybarless revolution. MEMS sensors of the latest generation measure the aircraft‘s rotational movement with unprecedented precision and transmit the data digitally and in real time to the control system. These new sensors are insensitive to typical vibrations of a model helicopter. The casing made of plastic composite material keeps the weight of MICROBEAST PLUS sensationally low.<br /> | ||
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MICROBEAST PLUS HD is designed as „Heavy Duty“ version of MICROBEAST PLUS with an additional switchable high power input. It is particularly suitable for big electric and nitro or gas helicopters with standard sized servos and it reflects today‘s requirements for power supply like never before. The power supply port is realized by a well proven, high-quality connector and the casing is an aluminum composite construction. Regarding software MICROBEAST PLUS HD is not different to the smaller MICROBEAST PLUS.<br /> | MICROBEAST PLUS HD is designed as „Heavy Duty“ version of MICROBEAST PLUS with an additional switchable high power input. It is particularly suitable for big electric and nitro or gas helicopters with standard sized servos and it reflects today‘s requirements for power supply like never before. The power supply port is realized by a well proven, high-quality connector and the casing is an aluminum composite construction. Regarding software MICROBEAST PLUS HD is not different to the smaller MICROBEAST PLUS.<br /> | ||
[[File:Plus_and_plusHD.png| | [[File:Plus_and_plusHD.png|thumb|250px|right]] | ||
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The MICROBEAST PLUS devices are offered with different software that may include optional feature sets. At the moment there are offered two versions of V4 firmware: the basic version and the full featured Pro-Edition with RPM-Governor and AttitudeControl ([[Manuals:MB_Plus:Preliminary_steps_2/en|click here]] for more infos). You can update devices with lower firmware version number and upgrade devices with a lower feature level at any time. As higher feature levels enhance the functionality of MICROBEAST PLUS we will charge some fee for these. Despite of the additional features there is no functional difference to the basic firmware. So if you don't need the additional features there is no must to buy them. Of course elementary software updates are free of charge.<br /> | The MICROBEAST PLUS devices are offered with different software that may include optional feature sets. At the moment there are offered two versions of V4 firmware: the basic version and the full featured Pro-Edition with RPM-Governor and AttitudeControl ([[Manuals:MB_Plus:Preliminary_steps_2/en|click here]] for more infos). You can update devices with lower firmware version number and upgrade devices with a lower feature level at any time. As higher feature levels enhance the functionality of MICROBEAST PLUS we will charge some fee for these. Despite of the additional features there is no functional difference to the basic firmware. So if you don't need the additional features there is no must to buy them. Of course elementary software updates are free of charge.<br /> | ||
[[File:Align_MBPlus.png|thumb|250px|right|MICROBEAST PLUS devices included in ALIGN T-Rex kits come with '''V4 Basic''' firmware. You can upgrade / update these devices just like any other MICROBEAST PLUS device.]] | |||
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You can buy upgrades and request updates for your MICROBEAST PLUS using the update functionality of StudioX. For more information have a look [[StudioX_overview/en|here]]. '''NOTE: When switching from Version 3.x.x to Version 4.x.x you must change several setup parameters.''' Please refer to the [http://www.beastx.com/download/manual/microbeast/BeastX_ProEdition_V4.0.0_EN_0715.pdf V4 ProEdition AddonManual], the [http://www.beastx.com/download/manual/microbeast/MBPlus_QuickStart41_EN.pdf V4 Quickstart Manual] or [[Manuals:MB_Plus:Intro/en|V4 Online Manual]].<br /> | <div style="clear:both;"></div> | ||
You can buy upgrades and request updates for your MICROBEAST PLUS using the update functionality of StudioX. For more information have a look [[StudioX_overview/en|here: StudioX overview]].<br /> | |||
'''NOTE: When switching from Version 3.x.x to Version 4.x.x you must change several setup parameters.''' Please refer to the [http://www.beastx.com/download/manual/microbeast/BeastX_ProEdition_V4.0.0_EN_0715.pdf V4 ProEdition AddonManual], the [http://www.beastx.com/download/manual/microbeast/MBPlus_QuickStart41_EN.pdf V4 Quickstart Manual] or [[Manuals:MB_Plus:Intro/en|V4 Online Manual]].<br /> | |||
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* special version for SPEKTRUM SRXL receivers with varying SRXL protocol implementations (i.e. AR9020, AR8010T, AR9030T, AR9320T) | |||
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:''Basic functionality'' | :''Basic functionality'' | ||
* modified flight parameters and gain settings on cyclics according to our team pilots, giving | * modified flight parameters and gain settings on cyclics according to our team pilots, giving a more stable and precise control | ||
* limited function of control loop when heli is standing on the ground | * limited function of control loop when heli is standing on the ground. This prevents from swash showing "weird movement" when doing some test on the work bench and prevents the heli from tilting by accident during take off. | ||
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:''Internal RPM Governor'' | :''Internal RPM Governor'' | ||
* softstart can be disabled using StudioX for use with ESC that have built in softstart, i.e. Castle Creations ESC in "External Governor Mode", ALIGN RCE-BL ESCs in "Heli linear mode/Heli mode 1" or other ESC with softstart (but no governor!) | * softstart can be disabled using StudioX for use with ESC that have built in softstart, i.e. Castle Creations ESC in "External Governor Mode", ALIGN RCE-BL ESCs in "Heli linear mode/Heli mode 1" or other ESC with softstart (but no governor!) | ||
* Added governor rpm display when switching into idle up showing set rpm and actual rpm, giving a better clue to see if TX is setup correctly and what rpm the system is | * Added governor rpm display when switching into idle up showing the set rpm and actual rpm, giving a better clue to see if TX is setup correctly and what rpm the system is sensing ([[Manuals:MB_Plus:Governor_usage/en|see: Governor usage]]) | ||
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:''AttitudeControl'' | :''AttitudeControl'' | ||
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* increased maximum allowed value for fast rpm spool up/autorotation bail out for nearly instant regaining head speed (be careful: make sure rotor blade bolts are tight otherwise rotor blades may fold in when using very high spool up rate!) | * increased maximum allowed value for fast rpm spool up/autorotation bail out for nearly instant regaining head speed (be careful: make sure rotor blade bolts are tight otherwise rotor blades may fold in when using very high spool up rate!) | ||
* added more deadzone for throttle stick detection when performing throttle low/high position setup so these menu point can be skipped without detecting stick movement by accident | * added more deadzone for throttle stick detection when performing throttle low/high position setup so these menu point can be skipped without detecting stick movement by accident | ||
* Bugfix: StudioX will show the | * Bugfix: StudioX will show the correct RPM Governor mode when system is still performing initialization sequence | ||
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:''AttitudeControl'' | :''AttitudeControl'' | ||
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== AR7210BX == <!--T:8--> | == AR7210BX == <!--T:8--> | ||
The AR7210BX is a Spektrum DSMX receiver with built-in MICROBEAST PLUS flybarless technology. The flybarless hardware is basically the same (processor and sensors) and the functionality of the software | The AR7210BX is a Spektrum DSMX receiver with built-in MICROBEAST PLUS flybarless technology. The flybarless hardware is basically the same (processor and sensors) and the functionality of the software is nearly identical to MICROBEAST PLUS. The main difference between both devices is that AR7210BX is a Spektrum receiver and in consequence can only be used in combination with a Spektrum DSM2/DSMX radio system.<br /> | ||
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The AR7210BX is sold with basic flybarless firmware including an internal RPM governor function for electric or nitro/gasser helis | The AR7210BX is sold als standalone device with basic flybarless firmware including an internal RPM governor function for electric or nitro/gasser helis. It can be upgraded by paid software update to ProEdition firmware which enables enhanced features like bailout/rescue functionality (AttitudeControl) ([[Manuals:MB_Plus:Preliminary_steps_2/en|click here]] for more information). Also you can get the AR7210BX in combination with BLADE helicopters. Here a special BLADE specific firmware is installed which is preset for use with these helicopter. These devices can have different features compared to the basic firmware as part of the BLADE helicopter bundle. If you like you can convert these devices to the "standard" device with Basic or ProEdition firmware through StudioX at any time. But note that you will not be able to go back to the BLADE specific firmware as this is not offered publicly!<br /> | ||
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[[File:AR7210BX.JPG| | [[File:AR7210BX.JPG|thumb|250px|right]] | ||
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== AR7200BX and AR7300BX == <!--T:5--> | == AR7200BX and AR7300BX == <!--T:5--> | ||
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AR7200BX is a DSMX receiver from Spektrum RC that has a built in MICROBEAST unit and which was designed in cooperation with BEASTX. End of the year 2015 the AR7200BX has been replaced by AR7210BX which uses similar technolgy as MICROBEAST PLUS.<br /> | AR7200BX is a DSMX receiver from Spektrum RC that has a built in MICROBEAST unit and which was designed in cooperation with BEASTX. End of the year 2015 the AR7200BX has been replaced by AR7210BX which uses similar technolgy as MICROBEAST PLUS.<br /> | ||
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== MICROBEAST == <!--T:1--> | == MICROBEAST == <!--T:1--> | ||
[[File:Microbeast.png| | [[File:Microbeast.png|thumb|250px|right]] | ||
MICROBEAST was the first product of BEASTX company. It is a flybarless unit that can be programmed without the need for a computer or external programming device. Its unique EasySetup makes it possible to program the system within a few minutes just by using the button on the unit and your transmitter. There are not many parameters to adjust as MICROBEAST can be used with nearly any RC helicopter model "out of the box".<br /> | MICROBEAST was the first product of BEASTX company. It is a flybarless unit that can be programmed without the need for a computer or external programming device. Its unique EasySetup makes it possible to program the system within a few minutes just by using the button on the unit and your transmitter. There are not many parameters to adjust as MICROBEAST can be used with nearly any RC helicopter model "out of the box".<br /> | ||
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* basically similar to MICROBEAST, see above.}}<br /> | * basically similar to MICROBEAST, see above.}}<br /> | ||
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