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Line 4: − + − + + + + + + + + + − {{WARNING_QUOTE|When updating from firmware 4.x.x or lower to Version 5.x.x you will loose all your settings. Please carefully read the Version 5 instruction manual and do the basic setup again.}}<br /> − '''5.1.2'''<br />+ − :''Tail gyro''+ − :* center rudder servo when heli is on gound by giving brief stick input "left-right-left-center" − + − + − :* no throttle lock at full speed when headspeed does not increase fast enough in nitro mode+ − :* use logging feature to get more insight what the governor actually does, i.e. it will tell you that chosen head speed is too high when head speed can't be reached or only can be reached at nearly maximum throttle − + − + − :* in 3D - Mode you can enable/disable stabilization when the heli is in exact vertical position, so you may be able to practice maneuvers in which the heli is nearly upright more easily, i.e. funnels or hurricanes+ − + − + − + − + + + − + − + + − :''StudioX''+ − + − + − + − + − + + − + − + − * now fully adjustable (Setup & Parameters) also with StudioX computer software or StudioXm mobile App; see manuals for further information+ − * added support for FlySky iBus and Jeti EXBUS serial line input data − * Spektrum/JR remote satellite can be directly connected to pin board of MICROBEAST PLUS (Spektrum Adapter not required anymore); see manual for further information − − * removed "User defined" presets instead you can directly edit a value with StudioX/StudioXm if necessary − * reworked adjustment in Receiver Menu: − ** Receiver Menu Point A: automatic receiver type detection; see manual for further information − ** Receiver Menu Point A: changed LED colors for receiver types and also changed receiver type naming; see manual for further information − * reworked adjustment in Setup Menu: − ** in general values and presets are changed using the rudder stick; menu options (selecting servos, changing adjustment positions) are set with aileron; when directions are setup correctly, left stick decreases a value and right stick increases a value − ** Setup Menu Point C (Rudder pulse width): swapped LED colors for 760µs and 960µs (now 760 = purple and 960 = red) so that the values are increasing in the given order from purple (lowest) to blue (highest) − ** Setup Menu Point F (Gyro/Rudder direction): no need to check gyro direction by user anymore, instead teach the rudder direction to the system; see manual for further information − ** swapped Setup Menu Points G and H (now H = Swash servo directions and G = Swash mixing) − ** now supports up to 4 swashplate servos (when choosing 90° eCCPM swash mixing at Setup Point G and using a single wire receiver); 4th servo (2nd elevator) is connected to CH7 output − ** Setup Menu Point J (Cyclic throw): measurement and neutral positions can be selected as often as you like now, so you can even check positions after the setup was finished; see manual for further information − ** Setup Menu Point K (Collective pitch): no need to teach the stick end positions anymore, instead the user has to adjust the pitch range initially so the stick movement and range is shown correctly on the display; see manual for further information − ** Setup Menu Point M (Cyclic directions): no need to check swash gyro compensation by user anymore, instead teach the stick directions to the system; see manual for further information − * reworked settings in Parameter Menu: − ** Parameter Menu Point A (Quick trim): added collective trim and rudder trim can be done with rudder stick now; see manual for further information − ** Parameter Menu Point L (AttitudeControl Mode): swapped LED colors for different modes (now purple = Angular mode, red = Bailout rescue, blue = 3D - Mode) − * throttle failsafe indicator (only when using Single line receiver): when throttle is higher than failsafe position and failsafe engages during power up, the system will lock throttle after initialization and the Status LED will flash red/blue! − * reworked adjustment in Governor Menu: − ** Governor Menu Point D: swapped LED colors for displaying Autorotation and Governor at maximum speed (now purple = Autorotation, blue = Governor at maximum speed) − + − + + − + − + − + − + − + − + Line 215:
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=Differences between firmware versions (changelog)=
=Differences between firmware versions (changelog)=
Here you can see what has changed from one version to the preceeding version.<br />
Here you can get info on what has changed from one version to the preceeding firmware version.<br />
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==MICROBEAST PLUS==
==MICROBEAST ULTRA==
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'''5.8.3'''<br />
:''Telemetry/PROEDITION''
:* bugfix for Kontronik JIVE LV/HV and YGE Texy telemetry<br />
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'''5.8.1'''<br />
:''Telemetry/PROEDITION''
:* added telemetry input data processing for OMP 65A ESC (OMP M4 heli)<br />
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==MICROBEAST PLUS==
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:''Governor''
'''5.8.3'''<br />
:* improved performance of governor in nitro and electric mode
:''Telemetry/PROEDITION''
:* bugfix for Kontronik JIVE LV/HV and YGE Texy telemetry<br />
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:''AttitudeControl (stabilization) (PROEDITION only)''
'''5.8.1'''<br />
:* when using Bank Switching and AttitudeControl with separate switch channel you can now do both, set fixed AttitudeGain in a bank or use the separate switch. So AttitudeControl is always active in this bank when the gain is set to greater than 12 by software. When it is set to 0, the separate switch will determine when AttitudeControl is on or off.
:''Telemetry/PROEDITION''
:* added telemetry data processing for OMP 65A ESC (OMP M4 heli)<br />
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:''Setup''
'''5.7.0'''<br />
:* at SETUP POINT K (Pitch adjustment) you can see the actual thrust stick center position when the Status LED is off. You can use this to identify a little stick offset which may cause your pitch not being at 0 degrees when the stick seems to be in center position!
:''Telemetry (optional/PROEDITION)''
:* added visualization when performing a factory reset
:* added telemetry data processing for YGE ESC(YGE TEXY protocol)
:* increased Quick trim range
:* added telemetry data processing for Spektrum AVIAN Smart ESC (must be connected at SYS port)
:* added telemetry data input for Graupner HOTT receivers (telemetry line must be connected at SYS port)
:* capacity correction value now can be used in combination with any telemetry ESC if needed<br />
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:''Receivers''
'''5.5.2'''<br />
:* using SRLX receivers the internal function assignment of MICROBEAST PLUS was not similar to the transmitter display/function assignment of the radio manufacturers, this has been changed so that Microbeast uses different assignments for each manufacturer. (Please note: due to this update you will have to do the radio setup and function assignments once again after the firmware update to version 5.1.2 when using a SRLX receiver)
:''Telemetry (optional/PROEDITION)''
:* added telemetry data processing for Scorpion Tribunus II 14-200 ESC<br />
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'''5.5.1'''<br />
:* added data logging to be viewed in StudioXm and StudioX V3 (Note: log data is only temporary and will be erased when removing power from the device!)
:''Telemetry (optional/PROEDITION)''
:* added possibility to perform factory reset by software<br />
:* added telemetry data processing for Hobbywing Platinum V5 ESC<br />
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'''5.0.4 PROEDITION'''<br />
'''5.4.0'''<br />
:AttitudeControl
:''Telemetry (optional/PROEDITION)''
* Now you can use Boost Pitch also in 3D-Mode and Rescue Bailout mode without(!) pitch. So the heli will get a short lift when the heli is leveled but then you will regain pitch control immediately.<br />
:* added SRXL2 and EXBUS telemetry output
:* added telemetry data processing for Hobbywing Platinum V4, Kontronik Jive/Kosmik and Scorpion Tribunus ESCs<br />
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'''5.0.3'''<br />
'''5.2.4'''<br />
:''Basic functionality''
:''AttitudeControl rescue (optional/PROEDITION)''
:* added option for automatic rescue deactivation when helicopter reaches level position
* added separate trim values for aileron, elevator, collective and rudder
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:''Internal RPM Governor''
:''Setup''
* increased range for electric governor to be used with SAB Goblin Fireball: Maximum headspeed now 5000rpm
:* menu point ordering has changed in SETUP MENU ('''H''' = servo reverse, '''I''' = stick directions, '''J''' = servo trim, '''K''' = cyclic throw, '''L''' = collective, '''M''' = swash limit)!
:* added swashplate trim option to the trim menu at SETUP MENU Point '''J'''
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:''PROEDITION''
:''Receivers''
* added new feature "Bank switching" (can be enabled with StudioX/StudioXm only) which allows to set parameters for three flight conditions; when used gain adjustment using the dials and gyro gain adjustment with the radio are disabled, instead the gains and parameters are all set with StudioX/StudioXm; see manual for further information
:* added SRXL2 receiver protocol, can be connected at white pin board on the side
* Rescue Boost allows to give additional collective pitch for a given amount of time when activating rescue bail out or 3D - Mode (with or without pitch control)
:* added option to connect iBus remote receiver (comes with ALIGN T-Rex 300X)
* 3D - Mode no does not engage when the helicopter is in upright vertical position which gives a better control when training 3D maneuvers while 3D - Mode is active
:* made ready for telemtry support (coming soon..)
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:''StudioX''
:''StudioX''
* added FFT tab to show frequency spektrum of the sensor input to visualize vibrations, especially interesting when planning to use the AttitudeControl; see StudioX manual for further information
:* added help buttons to display help text only when needed
* added event logging function to better understand what the system is doing during operation and to give more information for support team
:* added screen stacks for adjustment buttons for clearer display layout on smartphones
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* Improved receiver channel initialization
* Improved receiver channel initialization
* Improved tail gyro algorithm for Normal-Rate mode<br />
* Improved tail gyro algorithm for Normal-Rate mode<br />
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=Differences between hardware=
=Differences between hardware=
=MICROBEAST vs. MICROBEAST PLUS=
==MICROBEAST ULTRA==
MICROBEAST ULTRA is the successor of MICROBEAST PLUS. This device is the quintessence of more than 10 years of development and expertise in stabilization systems for RC helicopters. It combines all the features of the previous BEASTX systems and is ready for the future with a modern ARM Cortex MPU with even more computing power and storage capacity. The system is equipped with with an ultra fast MCU and latest MEMS sensors for measuring the aircraft‘s rotational movement with unprecedented precision. Currently the functions are almost identical to MICROBEAST PLUS but this may change with future firmware updates. Please note that it is not possible to convert from Plus to Ultra as the differences are hardware-related!<br />
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==MICROBEAST vs. MICROBEAST PLUS==
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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=MICROBEAST PLUS from ALIGN=
==MICROBEAST PLUS from ALIGN==
MICROBEAST PLUS devices included in ALIGN T-Rex kits come with Firmware Version 4.x.x or 5.x.x '''BASIC'''. You can upgrade/update/register and use these devices just like any other MICROBEAST PLUS. Only difference is that these devices are carrying the ALIGN logo on the housing.
MICROBEAST PLUS devices included in ALIGN T-Rex kits come with Firmware Version 4.x.x or 5.x.x '''BASIC'''. You can upgrade/update/register and use these devices just like any other MICROBEAST PLUS. Only difference is that these devices are carrying the ALIGN logo on the housing.
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=Questions about specific features=
=Questions about specific features=
=Can I use MICROBEAST PLUS with a gasser heli, especially using the head speed governor and rescue (AttitudeControl)?=
==Can I use MICROBEAST PLUS with a gasser heli?==
''Especially is it possible to use the head speed governor and rescue (AttitudeControl)?''
We did do several tests with gas powered helis and we do not see any restriction on this. Gas motors produce very low frequent vibrations which normally can be filtered by the gyro sensors very well. So you should be able to fly with MICROBEAST PLUS and use AttitudeControl without issues on gasser helis. Also the governor function can be used with gas motors. Only restriction is that a speed sensor with digital sensor output (PWM) must be used for proper function. Analog sensors like the Futaba GV1 magnet sensor or StatorGator (which are often installed on gasser helis) can't be used.<br />
We did do several tests with gas powered helis and we do not see any restriction on this. Gas motors produce very low frequent vibrations which normally can be filtered by the gyro sensors very well. So you should be able to fly with MICROBEAST PLUS and use AttitudeControl without issues on gasser helis. Also the governor function can be used with gas motors. Only restriction is that a speed sensor with digital sensor output (PWM) must be used for proper function. Analog sensors like the Futaba GV1 magnet sensor or StatorGator (which are often installed on gasser helis) can't be used.<br />
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=Is it possible to connect 4 swash plate servos to MICROBEAST / MICROBEAST PLUS?=
==Is it possible to connect 4 swash plate servos?==
'''Firmware Version 4.x.x and lower:''' No, 3 swashplate servos only.<br />
'''Firmware Version 4.x.x and lower:''' No, 3 swashplate servos only.<br />
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=Questions regarding support=
=Questions regarding support=
=My MICROBEAST / MICROBEAST PLUS is defective, where can I send it?=
==My MICROBEAST / MICROBEAST PLUS is defective, where can I send it?==
When you have an ALIGN branded device you could ask your ALIGN dealer for service or replacement. Other than that please ask your local BEASTX distributor for your country. Usually the distributors will replace your device, collect some more defective devices and then get new devices from us in exchange. Another option is to send the device directly to our service center in Germany, but when living outside Europe this can take a long time, as the parcels usually go to customs authorities first. When sending to the service center use [http://www.freakware.de/rma/rma-eng.pdf this RMA form], you will also find the shipping address there.<br />
When you have an ALIGN branded device you could ask your ALIGN dealer for service or replacement. Other than that please ask your local BEASTX distributor for your country. Usually the distributors will replace your device, collect some more defective devices and then get new devices from us in exchange. Another option is to send the device directly to our service center in Germany, but when living outside Europe this can take a long time, as the parcels usually go to customs authorities first. When sending to the service center use [http://www.freakware.de/rma/rma-eng.pdf this RMA form], you will also find the shipping address there.<br />
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