Thursday, December 16, 2004
Dual Processor Win CE Powered Radio Controller Released
Posted by Jonathon Watkins in "OFF-TOPIC" @ 12:00 AM
We've joked about dual processor Pocket PCs before and now someone has gone and done it. Well, kind of. Actually not really. ;-) The 14MZ is actually a radio controller for remote controlled airplanes etc. which runs on Window CE. It does have two processors though:
"The 14MZ takes advantage of two separate internal processors for maximum efficiency and reliability. A custom Futaba processor expertly directs all functions dedicated to flight control. Input for general operating tasks — such as set-up and programming — is processed by Windows CE. Double the resolution of PCM 1024, the 14MZ's breakthrough PCM G3 2048 enables servos to pick up even the slightest stick movements. It's enhanced by a frame rate that's 40% faster than Futaba's 9Z — much more data transmits in a much shorter time. The result? Real-Time Response…response so good, it feels like it's happening in real time! HVGA screen features crystal-clear 640x240 pixel resolution."
Real-Time responses that feel like they are happening in real time? Impressive. ;-) You want features? The 14MZ supports 14 channels, 7 different wing types, 4 tail types, 3 motor types and 7 heli swash types, can handle up to 32 selectable functions and 9 flight conditions, can play music and voice commands can be assigned to switches, e.g., "flaps up". There's a brief review in Fly RC magazine and they reckon it's more than just a tool to connects a pilot to an airplane; it is a multi-media system that facilitates the flying experience. So there you go. Do any of you guys do any Remote Controlled flying and is this the kind of kit you can conceive yourself coveting?
"The 14MZ takes advantage of two separate internal processors for maximum efficiency and reliability. A custom Futaba processor expertly directs all functions dedicated to flight control. Input for general operating tasks — such as set-up and programming — is processed by Windows CE. Double the resolution of PCM 1024, the 14MZ's breakthrough PCM G3 2048 enables servos to pick up even the slightest stick movements. It's enhanced by a frame rate that's 40% faster than Futaba's 9Z — much more data transmits in a much shorter time. The result? Real-Time Response…response so good, it feels like it's happening in real time! HVGA screen features crystal-clear 640x240 pixel resolution."
Real-Time responses that feel like they are happening in real time? Impressive. ;-) You want features? The 14MZ supports 14 channels, 7 different wing types, 4 tail types, 3 motor types and 7 heli swash types, can handle up to 32 selectable functions and 9 flight conditions, can play music and voice commands can be assigned to switches, e.g., "flaps up". There's a brief review in Fly RC magazine and they reckon it's more than just a tool to connects a pilot to an airplane; it is a multi-media system that facilitates the flying experience. So there you go. Do any of you guys do any Remote Controlled flying and is this the kind of kit you can conceive yourself coveting?
