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1. For example RPM 0 would become RM 40342 in this case Switching Between Multiple Display Pages This section lets you indicate to the PowerPanel how you want it to switch between multiple display pages when you have parameters on more than one page meaning more than 4 parameters total since each page will hold up to 4 parameters Copyright 2006 Eagle Tree Systems LLC Page 3 If you want the PowerPanel to scroll between the pages automatically select the Switch Between Pages Every Two Seconds option Then the PowerPanel will automatically switch between page 1 page 2 etc for each page you have programmed with parameters If you want to switch between the pages manually select the Switch Between Pages when Temperature 1 Sensor is disconnected and reconnected option When this option is selected the PowerPanel will stay on the currently displayed page starting with Page 1 when power is applied until the Temperature 1 Sensor is disconnected from the MicroPower and then reconnected NOTE only choose this setting if you are using the optional temperature sensor Displaying Max vs Live Values on the PowerPanel This section lets you indicate to the PowerPanel how you want it to switch between displaying live data real time data for each parameter and the maximum value detected for each parameter minimum value for pack voltage Max values are indicated by an up arrow triangle next to the paramet2. RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCITONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN TIME TO THE TERM OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD AS DESCRIBED ABOVE NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WILL APPLY AFTER THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD HAS EXPIRED SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WE DO NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES PROVIDED FOR IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY LIABILTY FOR THIRD PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES FOR PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE OR FOR LOST DATA OR LOST SOFTWARE OUR LIABILITY WILL BE NO MORE THAN THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT THAT IS THE SUBJECT OF A CLAIM THIS IS THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT FOR WHICH WE ARE RESPONSIBLE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Copyright 2006 Eagle Tree Systems LLC
3. the Choose a Parameter you want to configure 22 window A o next NOTE All parameters you want to see can be set up before you hit OK There is no need to hit OK after each parameter to an item indicates that this item is already selected for display and i choosing it will allow you to edit the item After selecting the parameter click the Enable this parameter checkbox to enable the parameter to be displayed configured or uncheck it to remove it from the list Choose a data parameter you want to configure on the PowerPanel Select Feature to Display v F Enable this parameter to be displayed on the PowerPanel Select LCD Page and Location for display o means Location in use Select Display Location Enter the label to display for this parameter on the LCD screen up to three digits Once the parameter is enabled choose where the parameter will be displayed by choosing the location in the Select Display Location window You can If you have selected parameters to be displayed on more than one LCD page then the system needs to choose both the display page and the location on that display page for the Ena haw yoni wanki ia io aveeh bekwaan the dapiay pages parameter Switching Between Multiple Display Pages Switch between pages once every two seconds Switch between pages when Temperature 1 sensor is disconnected and reconnected Up to 4 parameters can be displayed on each page Norm
4. I EAGLE TREE ee ENNIS User Manual for the PowerPanel LCD Display Expander Document Version 1 5 Model POWER PANEL Thank you for your purchase of the PowerPanel a tiny lightweight Watt Meter for your model This instruction manual will guide you through the installation and operation of your PowerPanel LCD Display Please read the entire manual carefully before proceeding If after you read the manual including the Troubleshooting sections you have further questions or problems see the Support page on http www eagletreesystems com for additional information or email us at support eagletreesystems com Key Features Here are a few of the features of the PowerPanel e Ultra thin LCD display connects to the MicroPower with the included 11 28cm data cable e Live Display of Amps Volts mAH Temperatures Wattage and RPM more coming soon by simply download our latest Windows program e Cumulative mAH display serves as a gas gauge for your battery pack By knowing how much has been used you can know approximately how much is left Up to 4 parameters can be displayed per virtual page on the PowerPanel Each parameter has a programmable label Multiple virtual pages of data are supported with programmable ways of switching between the pages Supports display of both Live data and Max values with programmable ways of switching between Live and Max Supports hot plugging into the MicroPower after you
5. OU FLY DON T FORGET TO RANGE CHECK YOUR MODEL AFTER INSTALLATION AS DESCRIBED IN YOUR RADIO MANUAL Though it is highly unlikely that the PowerPanel would cause any problems with range checking it s good practice to do this after changing any equipment on your model Figure 3 Troubleshooting Below is a list of problems that may be encountered and steps to remedy them A good first step to troubleshooting if you are able to connect your MicroPower to your PC is to download our latest software and update the MicroPower s Firmware via Tools Firmware Control Doing this will ensure that you have the latest software and firmware available If your particular issue is not addressed by this update or by the suggestions below email support eagletreesystems com for additional assistance Include a full description of your problem your PC configuration type of model and Windows application and MicroPower firmware version if possible from Help About and Tools Firmware Control in the app and any other relevant details Issue My PowerPanel display is blank Solutions Try to eliminate the problem in the following ways e Verify that you have the PowerPanel connected to the correct port on the MicroPower Copyright 2006 Eagle Tree Systems LLC Page 4 e Make sure that you have the correct firmware version installed in the MicroPower as described in the Firmware Update section above e Verify that you have con
6. ally page 1 would be filled with 4 parameters of your choice and if you need to display more Displaying Max versus Live Values on the PowerPanel than 4 parameters the remaining parameters would be programmed to The PowerPanel can display the Max values and Min Voltage detected after a session Select the way 4 you want the PowerPanel to display the Max values display on page 2 etc Or you can have one parameter per page or any other combination C Show Max when current draw is zero and switch to Live when current draw is greater than one amp Show Max when Temperature 1 sensor is disconnected Don t show Max values A o next to the location chosen means it is already in use by this or another parameter Choosing a location that is in use already will cause the parameter using it to be disabled Hit OK to Save Preview to review your settings or Reset Parameters to clear all parameters Reset Parameters Preview The window labeled Enter the label to display indicates the 3 digit label that will be displayed beside this parameter on the LCD You can change this 3 digit label to be whatever you want For example if Temperature Sensor was attached to your ESC you might label the Temperature Sensor 1 parameter ESC Figure 2 NOTE Ifthe data for each parameter grows large such as a large RPM the middle character in the 3 digit label will be eliminated to show all the numeric digits in the parameter
7. connecting the PowerPanel from the MicroPower does NOT clear the max values PowerPanel Specifications Display 16x2 Character LCD Dimensions Approximately 2 5 x 1 x 3 16 thick 6 5cm x 2 7cm x 4mm thick Weight Approximately 0 50z 14 g Length of Cable Approximately 11 28cm extendable with our PowerPanel Extension Cable on the MicroPower page of our website Limited Warranty Eagle Tree Systems LLC warrants the PowerPanel to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of original purchase This warranty is nontransferable If your unit requires warranty service during this period we will replace or repair it at our option Shipping cost to us is your responsibility To obtain warranty service contact us by phone fax or email to request an RMA number No returns will be accepted without this number This limited warranty does not cover e The Software included with the MicroPower See the Software license agreement for more information on Software restrictions e Problems that result from External causes such as accident abuse misuse or problems with electrical power O Servicing not authorized by us Oo Usage that is not in accordance with product instructions o Failure to follow the product instructions THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION OUR
8. er down arrow triangle for pack voltage Live values do not have this arrow If you want the PowerPanel to show Max values detected automatically when the motor is not running current draw is near zero and show live values when the motor is running select the Show Max when current draw is zero and switch to Live when current draw is greater than one amp option Then whenever the motor is not running max values detected are displayed But when the motor is running the PowerPanel switches to live display mode This setting is useful for bench testing If you want the PowerPanel to be manually switched between showing Max and Live values select the Show Max when Temperature 1 sensor is disconnected option Then whenever the Temperature 1 Sensor is disconnected max values detected are displayed But when the Temperature 1 Sensor is connected the PowerPanel switches to live display mode NOTE only choose this setting if you are using the optional temperature sensor If you want the PowerPanel to never show Max values and only show Live values select the Don t Show Max Values option NOTE The PowerPanel remembers the Max values only during a single session Once the MicroPower is disconnected from power the Max values are cleared But disconnecting the PowerPanel from the MicroPower does NOT clear the max values Completing the PowerPanel Display Setup Preview X Once all the parameters you wish to display a
9. figured the PowerPanel to display something by following the instructions in the Configuring the PowerPanel with the Application section above e Confirm that the MicroPower LED is blinking If it is not power is not being applied to the MicroPower or something is wrong with the MicroPower Ifthe MicroPower s LED starts to blink after the PowerPanel is removed verify you have plugged it into the right port e Check to make sure the PowerPanel cable is not frayed or cut Issue The PowerPanel is displaying data but some of the parameters do not appear to be correct Solutions e Make sure the sensor for the parameter being displayed is correctly connected and installed on your model For example RPM will read zero if the RPM sensor is not connected See the MicroPower or sensor manuals for specific sensor information e Try removing power from and restoring power to the MicroPower Issue I have the MicroPower connected to USB but do not have a battery pack connected to the MicroPower The PowerPanel shows a nonzero voltage however Solution This is normal Connecting a battery pack to the MicroPower will result in correct display voltage Issue The Max values and Cumulative mAH feature of the PowerPanel is not working correctly I get low mAH readings after my session Solution The PowerPanel remembers the Max values only during a single session Once the MicroPower is disconnected from power the Max values are cleared But dis
10. ge should include the following the PowerPanel LCD Expander and a printed version of this manual Please check the support page of our website for the latest version of this manual in case changes have been made since it was printed NOTE the PowerPanel is covered with protective clear shrinkwrap Do not remove the shrinkwrap Windows Application and Firmware Update To use the PowerPanel with the MicroPower you must update to Windows Application version 3 64 or higher To update download the latest application from the support page of our website Copyright 2006 Eagle Tree Systems LLC Page 2 After downloading and installing the Application the firmware of your MicroPower may need to be updated Firmware version 4 45 or greater is required for the PowerPanel to work correctly To upgrade your MicroPower firmware choose Tools Firmware Control and click the Update button Connecting the PowerPanel to Your MicroPower Connect the PowerPanel to the MicroPower s AUX or LCD connector as shown in PowerPanel Connector Figure 1 Note that the top row of pins is the correct row and note that the red wire of the PowerPanel should face outwardly Z OUR EE EAGLE TREE SYSTEMS MICRO Live Display Ready Patent Pending LED REC ee FULL USB 000 After you have completed this step the PowerPanel should be preconfigured to show Amps Volts mAH and Temperature No further configuration is required if these are t
11. he only parameters you care about Orange Brown Top TJ s O co wr a NOTE The PowerPanel can be hot plugged and unplugged to the MicroPower even when the MicroPower is powered by your battery pack goii OOS RPM Aux O Top Configuring the PowerPanel with the Application Once the PowerPanel is installed you can change what is displayed on the Figure 1 PowerPanel change when the PowerPanel shows Live vs Max data and change when the PowerPanel switches between multiple display pages Launching the PowerPanel Display Setup Utility To configure the PowerPanel connect the MicroPower to USB and choose Tools Configure PowerPanel Display in the application The PowerPanel Setup Utility should then appear Using the PowerPanel Display Setup Utility Figure 2 shows the main page of the Utility The Utility main page is divided into the following sections Select Data Parameter to Configure on the PowerPanel PowerPanel Setup Utility This section contains the tools to select what how and where parameters are displayed on the LCD pages Use this utility to set up and configure all of the data parameters you want to display on the PowerPanel Select Data Parameter to Configure on the PowerPanel Select the parameters you want to display on the PowerPanel Note that each page of the PowerPanel To select and configure a parameter choose the parameter to be configured can display up to four parameters in
12. r session So light it can easily be attached to the side of your model for live max display all the time System supports both Metric and English units Supported Products The PowerPanel works with the MicroPower eLogger To use the PowerPanel with the MicroPower you must update to Windows Application version 3 64 or higher This is described in the Windows Application and Firmware Update section below Steps to Follow Installation and use of your PowerPanel will be quite easy and enjoyable if you follow these few steps 1 Read through the manual to understand the warnings determine the installation and setup sequence etc Upgrade the Windows Application and Firmware for your MicroPower if you purchased your MicroPower before the PowerPanel was available This is described in the Windows Application and Firmware Update section below Connect the PowerPanel to the MicroPower You should now see live data on the PowerPanel 4 If desired reconfigure the parameters displayed on the PowerPanel as described in the Configuring the PowerPanel with the Application section below 5 Have fun U9 Intended Uses The PowerPanel is designed for use in Unmanned Radio Controlled models Using the PowerPanel for other purposes is not supported Further using the PowerPanel in situations where its use or failure could result in loss of life bodily injury or property damage is expressly prohibited Packing List Your packa
13. re configured you can review the parameters by clicking the Preview button as shown in Figure 5 The Preview window is a handy way to see which parameters are configured on which LCD page locations LCD Page 1 A in a page location indicates that no parameter is displayed in that location Tpi Tp2 PkY Amp Once the parameters are configured to your satisfaction click OK which will download the settings to the PowerPanel Note LCD Page 2 that you can change the parameters at any time by following the above steps RPM mAH SESE Note If you wish to clear all previously configured parameters hit the Reset Parameters button on the bottom of the utility LCD Page 3 SEE Using the PowerPanel at the Field Once the parameters are configured to your satisfaction it s time to use it You can either connect the PowerPanel to the ond me MicroPower for bench testing or for checking your power system s status before and after flying You can even permanently mount it on the side of your model with either Velcro or double sided tape LCD Page 5 NOTE The first time the PowerPanel is plugged into the MicroPower after the MicroPower is turned on the Max values are eee cleared So if you want to see say cumulative mAH be sure to plug in the PowerPanel briefly before your session but after you have turned on power to your model NOTE IF YOU DECIDE TO LEAVE THE POWERPANEL PERMANENTLY MOUNTED ON YOUR PLANE WHEN Y
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