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skaluf · 05-07-2012, 08:45 AM

We have just released a new version of the 18MZ software. This release adds additional functionality to the telemetry features including synthesized voice readout of the sensor(s) status.

The timer function now has vibration alerts. The camera shutter can be assigned to a switch, max RPM can be displayed by condition and much more.

Download it now at: http://www.futabarc.com/software-updates.html

Have fun!

Steve

fr92Furtif · 05-07-2012, 10:04 AM

Thx for the info.

MarkD · 05-07-2012, 10:53 AM

Units are selectable - metric or old English. The date is still not configurable tho. Still displays it backwards

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rvmhc TinTin · 05-07-2012, 03:39 PM

OK. Just updated my 18MZ. Initally it came up with an error message saying couldn't find update files when they were clearly on the SD card. After a bit of messing, I copied the whole "update" directory to the SD card rather than the four individual files within the directory and it worked!!! The update is not the same as the 14MZ as the individual files are copied rather than the whole directory with the 14MZ - so beware!!!

MarkD · 05-07-2012, 06:52 PM

The 18 looks for an update folder only from the sd card. A USB card/drive is ignored.

Software utilities do seem half finished to me. CIU interface only does servos, not gyro updates/ SBD programming. USB port only supports mouse/keyboard but not used as a pc interface. Hopefully these will be added

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Phaedrus · 05-08-2012, 09:34 AM

The USB port can also be used to back up all your model, sound, and picture files to as well. I used a thumb drive for just that. I also used the USB to transfer all my models to the 18MZ from my 14MZ.

The updates do indeed require a SD card. In addition I discovered that I could not get the update to work if I downloaded and unzipped the files on my Mac. It always failed. I then did it used my Windows laptop and it worked first time. For 7 years I had zero issues using my Mac to update my 14MZ, but something must have changed in how they do the update files that makes the use of a Mac problematic.

robpod · 05-08-2012, 09:26 PM

When you transferr files from 14 mz did you have to bind all RX and recalibrate 18mz with vbar?

rvmhc TinTin · 05-09-2012, 05:25 AM

Yes you will have to rebind your receivers and no you should not need to change any settings for your VBar.

kcordell · 05-09-2012, 05:52 AM

Yes, you have to "link" the RX's with the 18MZ. One nice feature is that if you use the RX that comes with the 18MZ, you can link it from the TX.

edhall · 05-10-2012, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phaedrus

The USB port can also be used to back up all your model, sound, and picture files to as well. I used a thumb drive for just that. I also used the USB to transfer all my models to the 18MZ from my 14MZ.

The updates do indeed require a SD card. In addition I discovered that I could not get the update to work if I downloaded and unzipped the files on my Mac. It always failed. I then did it used my Windows laptop and it worked first time. For 7 years I had zero issues using my Mac to update my 14MZ, but something must have changed in how they do the update files that makes the use of a Mac problematic.

Thanks I was pulling my hair out of my head, and I did not have much hair to start with!

&(&*^*(&^(& Mac compatibility.

Phaedrus · 05-10-2012, 09:43 PM

I'm a little unhappy about the Mac issue as well. Especially given that it worked perfectly for the 14MZ for 7 years.

MarkD · 05-11-2012, 07:04 AM

Have you tried deleting the .Trashes and all the other crap that Mac's seem to insist on creating on removeable media. Some of our print servers throw a wobbly if it sees them on removable media when transfering print jobs

edhall · 05-11-2012, 02:04 PM

Well I am lost, I have reformated the card with my PC running Win 7 Pro, and downloaded the software on the same PC, moved the update folder to the root of the card, and put it into the 18mz, turn it on, and nothing.

Still version 2.0.1
and

2.0

edhall · 05-11-2012, 02:12 PM

It was a 32G card so I have also tried a 2g one still no joy.

edhall · 05-11-2012, 02:16 PM

ok stupid problem, did not see the switch that needed to be flipped.

Better now.

dkpodder · 05-13-2012, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by robpod

When you transferr files from 14 mz did you have to bind all RX and recalibrate 18mz with vbar?

I had to do the RX setup in the V-Bar software, after switching to the 18MZ. Think the pot centers and throws was not identical between the two. Just did the RX calibration screen, the one where You adjust subtrim for center and 100/100 for throws on all channels.

skaluf · 10-05-2012, 10:22 AM

New software for the 18MZ has just been released! Version 2.2 adds additional telemetry functionality and corrects the integrated timer.

You can find the update here: http://www.futabarc.com/software-updates.html

Be sure to refresh your browser if you don't see version 2.2 listed.

Steve

geekindenial · 12-01-2012, 01:10 AM

Hi guys,

Does 18MZ have speakers built in for this or do you need headphones to hear the telemetry alarms?

Thanks.

Phaedrus · 12-01-2012, 11:11 AM

It has a built in speaker and you can adjust the volume. I can hear mine even when 2 giant scale planes are in the air.

fr92Furtif · 12-01-2012, 11:48 AM

It has a built-in speaker but I use headphones to be sure to not miss an alarm or a vocal message.

Quote:

Originally Posted by geekindenial

...Does 18MZ have speakers built in for this or do you need headphones to hear the telemetry alarms?...

05-07-2012, 08:45 AM	#1 (permalink)
skaluf Registered Users Join Date: Mar 2007	New 18MZ Software! We have just released a new version of the 18MZ software. This release adds additional functionality to the telemetry features including synthesized voice readout of the sensor(s) status. The timer function now has vibration alerts. The camera shutter can be assigned to a switch, max RPM can be displayed by condition and much more. Download it now at: http://www.futabarc.com/software-updates.html Have fun! Steve

05-07-2012, 10:53 AM	#3 (permalink)
MarkD Team Taco Member My HF Map location Join Date: Sep 2006	Units are selectable - metric or old English. The date is still not configurable tho. Still displays it backwards Sent from my HTC Desire HD A9191 using Tapatalk 2 __________________ Mark Morley F1 60 Max (OS 61LX-H), Hirobo SDX (OS 55HZ-H, GY701), Trex 450SE + some planks

05-07-2012, 06:52 PM	#5 (permalink)
MarkD Team Taco Member My HF Map location Join Date: Sep 2006	The 18 looks for an update folder only from the sd card. A USB card/drive is ignored. Software utilities do seem half finished to me. CIU interface only does servos, not gyro updates/ SBD programming. USB port only supports mouse/keyboard but not used as a pc interface. Hopefully these will be added Sent from my HTC Desire HD A9191 using Tapatalk 2 __________________ Mark Morley F1 60 Max (OS 61LX-H), Hirobo SDX (OS 55HZ-H, GY701), Trex 450SE + some planks

05-08-2012, 09:34 AM	#6 (permalink)
Phaedrus Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Aug 2005	The USB port can also be used to back up all your model, sound, and picture files to as well. I used a thumb drive for just that. I also used the USB to transfer all my models to the 18MZ from my 14MZ. The updates do indeed require a SD card. In addition I discovered that I could not get the update to work if I downloaded and unzipped the files on my Mac. It always failed. I then did it used my Windows laptop and it worked first time. For 7 years I had zero issues using my Mac to update my 14MZ, but something must have changed in how they do the update files that makes the use of a Mac problematic. __________________ Team Futaba - Kontronik Futaba 32MZ/18MZ/18SZ/16SZ - CGY760 and 755

05-08-2012, 09:26 PM	#7 (permalink)
robpod Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2009	When you transferr files from 14 mz did you have to bind all RX and recalibrate 18mz with vbar? __________________ _______________________________ TDR, Logo XXTreme, Goblin 700, ,Logo 600, Roxxter 55 FBL, Protos 500 FBL Blitz Avro FBL, Kasama Sirmok 90 FBL

05-07-2012, 10:04 AM	#2 (permalink)
fr92Furtif Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Sep 2007	Thx for the info.

05-07-2012, 03:39 PM	#4 (permalink)
rvmhc TinTin Registered Users Join Date: May 2012	OK. Just updated my 18MZ. Initally it came up with an error message saying couldn't find update files when they were clearly on the SD card. After a bit of messing, I copied the whole "update" directory to the SD card rather than the four individual files within the directory and it worked!!! The update is not the same as the 14MZ as the individual files are copied rather than the whole directory with the 14MZ - so beware!!!

05-09-2012, 05:25 AM	#8 (permalink)
rvmhc TinTin Registered Users Join Date: May 2012	Yes you will have to rebind your receivers and no you should not need to change any settings for your VBar.

05-09-2012, 05:52 AM	#9 (permalink)
kcordell Registered Users Join Date: Aug 2006	Yes, you have to "link" the RX's with the 18MZ. One nice feature is that if you use the RX that comes with the 18MZ, you can link it from the TX. __________________ Team Synergy/Rail Blades, Team Scorpion, VelTye, YS Engines, JAG-RC, Electron Retracts

05-10-2012, 09:43 PM	#11 (permalink)
Phaedrus Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Aug 2005	I'm a little unhappy about the Mac issue as well. Especially given that it worked perfectly for the 14MZ for 7 years. __________________ Team Futaba - Kontronik Futaba 32MZ/18MZ/18SZ/16SZ - CGY760 and 755

05-11-2012, 07:04 AM	#12 (permalink)
MarkD Team Taco Member My HF Map location Join Date: Sep 2006	Have you tried deleting the .Trashes and all the other crap that Mac's seem to insist on creating on removeable media. Some of our print servers throw a wobbly if it sees them on removable media when transfering print jobs __________________ Mark Morley F1 60 Max (OS 61LX-H), Hirobo SDX (OS 55HZ-H, GY701), Trex 450SE + some planks

05-11-2012, 02:04 PM	#13 (permalink)
edhall Registered Users Join Date: Feb 2009	Well I am lost, I have reformated the card with my PC running Win 7 Pro, and downloaded the software on the same PC, moved the update folder to the root of the card, and put it into the 18mz, turn it on, and nothing. Still version 2.0.1 and 2.0 __________________ New Toys, Logo 600SE, Futaba 18MZ Align 450 Pro V2, Mini-v Pantera 55, Pantera XE Elec Trex 600 ESP, Gaui 425

05-11-2012, 02:12 PM	#14 (permalink)
edhall Registered Users Join Date: Feb 2009	It was a 32G card so I have also tried a 2g one still no joy. __________________ New Toys, Logo 600SE, Futaba 18MZ Align 450 Pro V2, Mini-v Pantera 55, Pantera XE Elec Trex 600 ESP, Gaui 425

05-11-2012, 02:16 PM	#15 (permalink)
edhall Registered Users Join Date: Feb 2009	ok stupid problem, did not see the switch that needed to be flipped. Better now. __________________ New Toys, Logo 600SE, Futaba 18MZ Align 450 Pro V2, Mini-v Pantera 55, Pantera XE Elec Trex 600 ESP, Gaui 425

10-05-2012, 10:22 AM	#17 (permalink)
skaluf Registered Users Thread Starter Join Date: Mar 2007	18MZ Software Version 2.2 Released New software for the 18MZ has just been released! Version 2.2 adds additional telemetry functionality and corrects the integrated timer. You can find the update here: http://www.futabarc.com/software-updates.html Be sure to refresh your browser if you don't see version 2.2 listed. Steve

12-01-2012, 01:10 AM	#18 (permalink)
geekindenial Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2008	Hi guys, Does 18MZ have speakers built in for this or do you need headphones to hear the telemetry alarms? Thanks. Last edited by geekindenial; 12-01-2012 at 05:28 AM..

12-01-2012, 11:11 AM	#19 (permalink)
Phaedrus Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Aug 2005	It has a built in speaker and you can adjust the volume. I can hear mine even when 2 giant scale planes are in the air. __________________ Team Futaba - Kontronik Futaba 32MZ/18MZ/18SZ/16SZ - CGY760 and 755

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