160324 M6 Severity: Non flight critical but update essential for ExBus users. Studio: No change DataPod: No change VX1 Flight Computer: 4v52 VX1 Remote Sensor: No change VX1n Flybarless: 4v52 VX1e Flybarless: 4v52 VX1p Flybarless: 4v52 * Fixed issue with packet errors being logged wrongly when using ExBus. * Added supoort for Spektrum AR7700 (use UDI option). This operates in 2048 resolution only, thus the original DX7 and any other Spektrum radios that operate with 1024 resolution are not supported. * Added support for 16 channel SRXL. ======================================================================================= 160224 M6 Severity: Non flight critical. Essential to use JR DMSS sat. Studio: No change DataPod: No change VX1 Flight Computer: 4v51 VX1 Remote Sensor: No change VX1n Flybarless: 4v51 VX1e Flybarless: 4v51 VX1p Flybarless: 4v51 * Fixed issue with DMSS sat receiver type not functioning. ======================================================================================= 160210 M6 Severity: Non flight critical. Studio: Click Sync to update DataPod: 4v50 VX1 Flight Computer: 4v50 VX1 Remote Sensor: No change VX1n Flybarless: 4v50 VX1e Flybarless: 4v50 VX1p Flybarless: 4v50 * Added DMSS receiver option to support JR sats, example Align RJ01. * Added ExBus receiver option with full support for Jeti integration. * The default receiver type now defaults to ExBus so Jeti users can perform setup without having to first connect the Vortex to the PC to change the receiver type. * When the theottle signal is in the auto-abort detection range the LED flasges rapid blue. * During trim-flight the LED flasges show-blue (previously rapid blue). ======================================================================================= 151207 M6 Severity: Essential for using JR RG612BX. Non flight critical but recommended for all other receiver users. Studio: Click Sync to update DataPod: No change VX1 Flight Computer: 4v02 VX1 Remote Sensor: No change VX1n Flybarless: 4v02 VX1e Flybarless: 4v02 VX1p Flybarless: 4v02 * Modified UDI interpreter to tollerate non standard XBUS(SRXL) output from JR RG612BX. * Added log events for sats: - Still Waiting for Sat1 - Still Waiting for Sat2 - Sat1 Ready - Sat2 Ready * Added log events for serial receivers: - Still Waiting for Receiver - Receiver Packet Error Suspend (prevents log flooding if the wrong RX type is set) ======================================================================================= 151127 M6 Severity: Non flight critical. Studio: No change DataPod: No change VX1 Flight Computer: No change VX1 Remote Sensor: No change VX1n Flybarless: No change VX1e Flybarless: No change VX1p Flybarless: 4v01 * Small changes to facilitate production operations. Release to customers not required. ======================================================================================= 151124 M6 Severity: Significant performance and functionality updates. Non critical bug fix. Studio: Click Sync to update DataPod: 4v00 VX1 Flight Computer: 4v00 VX1 Remote Sensor: 4v00 VX1n Flybarless: 4v00 VX1e Flybarless: 4v00 * Added electric and gasser modes to governor. * Added soft start option for electric helis. * Governor gains are now adjustable individually in each flight mode * Updated DataPod and Studio UI to support higher RPM range for small electric models * Added live rotor RPM in System::Stats * Added smooth activation of cyclic and collective to throttle mixes. Mixes now run only when the governor runs. * Removed MixOnly governor mode as mixes now only run when governor is operating. * Improvements to NVM access to account for voltage drops outside the operating voltage range. * Added support for Spektrum packet id 0xA2 produced by some newer radios. * Minor bug fix to the servo PWM module. * Added throttle and pitch curves to Vortex and DataPod. * Brand new tail gyro system with significant improvements in piro consistency and hold. * Failsafe now operates in SV5 (Vortex output) so it accounts for internal mixes and throttle curves. Previously it worked on receiver throttle. * The cyclic results of the trim fligth are no longer applied as a trim to the cyclic servos. The cyclic values are to be used for guidance only. For details see trim flight help. * New sensor calibration mechanism. You can now power on the heli whilst holding it on your hands. Calibration will commence when the Vortex detects no motion and will restart each time it is moved. * Specific 2,3,4,5+ blade support by control loop and heli wizard. * Heli Wizard readjusted for 180 size helis. * Added speed mode. Activated when Style is set to 100%. Specific tuning of other parameters is also required. TBA * Cyclic Rate has been removed from Rotor menu as it causes confusion with Agility. * Auto Abort Expo has been removed from Gov menu and it now operates on its previous default value of 30%. ======================================================================================= If you upgrade/downgrade crossing this line the Vortex settings will be erased. ======================================================================================= 140917 M5 Severity: Non flight critical but highly recommended that the update is installed. DataPod: 3v02 VX1 Flight Computer: No change VX1 Remote Sensor: No change VX1n Flybarless: No change VX1e Flybarless: 3v03 * Fixes issue with servos jittering as the USB cable is connected to the computer. * Advanced PID added to the Tail menu. Only a couple of parameters at this time. More will be added on the next major Vortex update. ======================================================================================= 140909 M5 Severity: Highly recommended for VX1e users. DataPod: No change VX1 Flight Computer: No change VX1 Remote Sensor: No change VX1n Flybarless: No change VX1e Flybarless: 3v02 * Fixes issue with USB dropouts and other issues when the VX1e was attached to certain computers. The update is high recommended for all VX1e users even if they are not affected by this problem. ======================================================================================= 140805 M5 Severity: No bug fixes. Added new functionality. DataPod: No change VX1 Flight Computer: No change VX1 Remote Sensor: No change VX1n Flybarless: No change VX1e Flybarless: 3v01 * Initial release of VX1e with on-board USB support. ======================================================================================= 140505 M5 Severity: No bug fixes. Added new functionality. DataPod: 3v01 VX1 Flight Computer: No change VX1 Remote Sensor: No change VX1n Flybarless: No change * Added ability to restrict the DataPod Remote Adjust feature to a safe/desirable operating range. ======================================================================================= 140307 M5 Severity: No bug fixes. Highly recommended update for performance. DataPod: 3v00 VX1n Flybarless: 3v00 VX1 Flight Computer: 3v00 VX1 Remote Sensor: 1v04 * This update has major changes to the rotor operation. Do not restore your old rotor settings. Start frash by applying the Heli Wizard setting that matches your heli. * The VX1 remote sensor orientations have changed. The sensor firmware *MUST* be updated to 1v04 before it is used with Vortex V3 firmware. * Support for Groupner HOTT SUMD * Cyclic Accel/Decel combined to Cyclic Response with new algorithm * Refined rotor algorithms make pirouetting manoeuvres steer better and offer sharper elevator stops. * Paddle Response changed to Mid-Stick Agility. New algirthm. * Event logging added to firmware. User access will be provided is due course via PC software. * New communication protocol between DataPod and Vortex. Designed to accommodate computer connectivity and Bluetooth in due course. * Enabled user access to PID parameters. * Heli and Style Wizards have been updated. ======================================================================================= If you upgrade/downgrade crossing this line the Vortex settings will be erased. ======================================================================================= 140120 M4 Severity: Non critical fix for DataPod. DataPod: 2v06 * Fixed issue where the remote adjust indicator (double arrow) was not displayed when the default value was the same as the remote adjust value. ======================================================================================= 140107 M4 Severity: Non critical fix for Hobbywing ESCs. New functionality added to DataPod. VX1 Flight Computer: 2v03 / VX1 Remote Sensor: No change VX1n Flybarless: 2v03 * Hobbywing ESCs wrongly detected the Vortex as Hobbywing programming card which prevented the ESC from initialising and starting the motor. This is now fixed. DataPod: 2v05 * Adds ability to use the black port of the DataPod as input from the receiver to control the Remote Adjust feature. This is useful when using standard receivers with separate output for each channel. If a servo signal is present at the black plug of the DataPod it overrides the channel number selection in System menu. * Adds support for AID:6(e) ======================================================================================= 131028 M4 Severity: Small bug fix affecting H135 swash setup. No in-flight hazards. DataPod: 2v04 VX1 Flight Computer: No change VX1 Remote Sensor: No change VX1n Flybarless: No change * It solves an issue with the "Servo Match" option not showing during H135 swashplate setup. ======================================================================================= 131008 M4 Severity: No bug fixes but highly recommended due to performance improvements. DataPod: 2v03 VX1 Flight Computer: 2v02 VX1 Remote Sensor: 1v03 VX1n Flybarless: 2v02 * Added cross axis calibration which eliminates an issue of rotordisk rocking during pirouetting as experienced by some customers. For instructions on how to perform this calibration see the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0bAQ8bJwWY ======================================================================================= DataPod: 2v02 * Fixed bug in DataPod App asking trim for non exitant 4th swash servo in H140 swash ======================================================================================= 130826 M4 Severity: Minor changes. Update recommended. DataPod: 2v01 Flight Computer: 2v01 Sensor: No change * Changes to option names in Rotor::Control System menu for clarity. * Changed Setup::Style Wizard::Pro3D preset. Tail::Rudd Sens is now 540*/s * Set limit on collective boost so it does not drive past setup positions. * Fixed a small issue with collective boost operation. ======================================================================================= 130802 M4 Severity: Recommended to new and old users. DataPod: 2v00 Flight Computer: 2v00 Sensor: No change * Added automatic Pitching Up Compensation for high speed flight. New parameter in Rotor menu controls the magnitude of compensation. * Improved tail acceleration/deceleration/reversal algorithm. The default values for tail acceleration and deceleration have also been updated to match the algorithm. * Improved cyclic acceleration/deceleration algorithm. The default value for Rotor Acceleration, Deceleration have also been updated to match the algorithm. * Improved tail stops (also see notes about trim flight). The default values for the tail stop gains have also been updated. * Trim flight also gathers data about tail hover torque to equalise stop behavior. It is moved to system menu as its function now spans across both main rotor and tail. * Throttle output (SV5) does not get activated until the radio has linked. This allows ESCs to enter program/calibration mode when stick is high. * Failsafe now requires a longer duration of signal loss before it activates. * Added new receiver type "UDI". The receiver option auto-detects various protocols including the upcoming JR XBUS. * Added 135 degree swashplate and improved the 140 degree. * New V2 main rotor algorithm provides excellent "out of the box" performance. ======================================================================================= If you upgrade/downgrade crossing this line the Vortex settings will be erased. ======================================================================================= 130404 M3 Severity: Update optional. Recommended to new users. DataPod: 1v21 Flight Computer: No change Sensor: No change * Fixed typo and capitalisation is some menus. * Added F3C (hover) and "3 Blade" pre-sets to the Wizards. * "Flybar Ratio" renamed to "Gain". * All non essential parameters are now hidden from the default menu to clutter it and make it less intimidating. * Two methods are now provided to access expert parameters: 1) Set "System::Menu Type" to Full. This option is memorised and the full menu will always be displayed. Best suited to expert users that want access to the full menu all the time. 2) A new Quick Expert mechanism is introduced in this update. When you reach the end of the default Rotor, Tail or Gov menu press and hold the [+] button for 2 sec. The remaining Expert menu will now open. Access to the Expert part is temporary until selecting Next to skip to the next menu. ======================================================================================= 130321 M3 Severity: Update recommeded for new setups. If you do not need the new features you may wish to wait for the next update with the electrig gov support. However please not bug fix in expo function. DataPod: 1v20 Flight Computer: 1v20 Sensor: 1v02 * Fixed bug when using positive cyclic expo. * DataPod support for App Id 0x0005. * Added DataPod Remote Control feature added on slider and bargeaph adjustments. Control channel is selected via System::DataPod Ctrl. * Tail gain low limit increased to 10% to avoid loss of tail control in remote control mode. * Modified Setup::Gov menu so it only asks for needed parameters based on Gov Type selection. * Added autorotation abort feature. Two new parameters in Gov menu. * More options added to Setup::Swash for helis with swash geometry issues: ^ Separate Ail & Ele 8deg adjustments. ^ Separate Pos & Neg Maximum collective adjustments. ^ Collective Reverse (now needed due to separate adjustments). ^ Collective 0 degrees trim. ^ Added Cyclic Ring Taper parameter in Rotor menu (prevents binding when both collective and cyclic are maxed out). * Increased Rotor Acceleration & Deceleration range. Changed default values. * Reduced Tail::Collective to Tail mix default from 20% to 10%. * Reduced Rotor::Cyclic Decay default value from 10% to 0%. * Menu Type (Basic/Full) option added in System menu. The default Basic setting hides some parameters from the Rotor, Tail and Gov menus to reduce clutter. * Sensor: Self-test failed error codes changed from blue flashing to violet. No other changes done. Update not required. ======================================================================================= If you upgrade/downgrade crossing this line the Vortex settings will be erased. ======================================================================================= 130128 M2 Severity: Update recommended DataPod: 1v11 Flight Computer: 1v11 Sensor: 1v01 * Small improvement in DataPod user interface (System::Factory Reset) * Added heli and flying style wizards in Setup menu * Adjusted timing of Spektrum satellite binding sequence * Fixed issue that sometimes missed one sensor sample in calibration * Fixed issue where the version reported in "System::System Info" was the version that initialised the flight computer configuration memory and not the current version of the firmware. ======================================================================================= 130108 M2 Severity: Update recommended DataPod: 1v10 Flight Computer: 1v10 Sensor: No change * Added Cyclic Acceleration and Deceleration parameters. * Increased tail trim range from 50% to 100%; thus double trim travel. * Doubled the size swash trim steps; thus double trim travel. * Fixed issue with trim directing getting reversed when reversing swash servos. ======================================================================================= If you upgrade/downgrade crossing this line the Vortex settings will be erased. ======================================================================================= 241212 M1 Severity: Update recommended DataPod: 1v01 Flight Computer: No change Sensor: No change * Fixed some DataPod default values. ======================================================================================= 121217 M1 Severity: Not Applicable DataPod: 1v00 Flight Computer: 1v00 Sensor: 1v00 * First production run. 18 Dec 2012. ======================================================================================= EOF