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Offline Tom

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Benedini TBS Mini
« on: March 20, 2017, 09:42:51 PM »
I believe the Benedini update should be ready soon and most likely will happen before the release date of the TCB correct?

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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #1 on: March 21, 2017, 04:19:29 PM »
That is certainly my hope, but Thomas Benedini operates on his own schedule so his software release is up to him.
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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #2 on: March 23, 2017, 01:03:44 PM »
Thomas just said he expects it to be released in 4 weeks from now.

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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #3 on: April 14, 2017, 01:10:38 AM »
Note from Thomas..it looks like the TBS mini update may be this weekend :)


Hello Thomas,

Update will be posted on the website.
I hope to finish the update this weekend.
Sorry for the long time you had to wait.

I want to wish you happy Easter days and best regards
Thomas

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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #4 on: April 15, 2017, 10:14:52 PM »

Just saw this update on the website.
I like the Load sensor right off the bat.

TBS Flash 3.0

New TBS Mini features:

1. Sensor input:
- Speed sensor:
Adaption of engine rpm to real model speed
f.e. pitoto tube sensor in aircrafts

- Load sensor:
Adaption of engine rpm to real model load
f.e. current sensor in vehicles

2. New servo functions:
- Gun recoil
- Control of retractable landing gears in planes (Doorsequencer)

3. New airplane light functions (ACL beacon):
Configurable 3x, 2x and 1x flasher

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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #5 on: April 16, 2017, 06:37:24 PM »
To clarify..does the load sensor drop the engine sound a bit lower in pitch when the motors are under
an actual load..as in climbing a hill etc? ( I believe that is one of the features of the El Mod)

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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #6 on: April 17, 2017, 03:33:47 PM »
Thomas just clarified that one..yes engine pitch drops down when actual load
is on motors. Very nice :)

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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #7 on: April 17, 2017, 04:00:29 PM »
Thomas did release his new firmware over the weekend and I've released a TCB firmware update today to take advantage of the new features, which are primarily the increase in number of possible sounds when using the Mini, and the elimination of the teaching sequence that was previously required. I had a YouTube video about that teaching routine which I've taken down since it is no longer necessary, so if you wonder where that went now you know.

The Wiki page has been updated with new instructions for interfacing the TCB with the TBS Mini, please read it here for more information.

Tom, the load sensor feature that Thomas added will not function with the TCB because it uses the same input on the Mini that we use to tell the Mini to start and stop the engine. Even for those wanting to use that feature I am skeptical of its effect, as the load on the electric motors in our models doesn't vary that much in response to terrain (at least in 1/16th scale). The major factor affecting motor load is motor speed, but it would not make sense to decrease the engine sound as motor speed increases. However it is a novel idea and I am impressed at Thomas's ability to think outside the box.

But if people want to pursue that further, the TCB itself can read a load sensor (using general purpose input A or B), which could then be used to modify the engine speed signal sent to the TBS Mini (or any other sound card). If using the Scout ESC the motor current draw is available directly from the device itself as it has the sensors built-in, and the value could be queried via serial command. This is not something I would probably personally be interested in developing because there are more useful features higher on the priority list, but others are of course free (and encouraged!) to explore any aspect of development that strikes their fancy.
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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #8 on: April 18, 2017, 05:15:45 PM »
For some reason I am having trouble opening the and running the new version?
Working okay for everybody?

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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #9 on: April 18, 2017, 05:20:19 PM »
Opening and running what?
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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #10 on: April 18, 2017, 07:17:53 PM »
Flash 3.0

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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #11 on: April 18, 2017, 08:39:25 PM »
The new version of TBS Flash is working ok for me, I'm running it on Windows 7 64bit. I can help with integration with the TCB but if there's an issue specifically with his software you'll have to ask him for support.
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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #12 on: April 18, 2017, 08:44:41 PM »
After saving and extracting the file I have the yellow file
folder on my desktop then when I click and open it
it shows

data        cab archive
install      Windows Installer
insMsi     Application
InsMsiW Application
setup      Application
setup      Configuration setting

Then run set setup.exc (second to last one on the list) and it says finished downloading but can't find or sure what do to actually
open or run the program. My guess is "I" am missing or doing something wrong here.
Will ask Thomas as well.

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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #13 on: April 18, 2017, 09:27:49 PM »
If the installation was successful then you should be able to find TBS Flash in your Start Menu under Programs.
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Re: Benedini TBS Mini
« Reply #14 on: April 18, 2017, 09:42:37 PM »
Okay got it all set..thanks Luke :)