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MP2028/2128g | MP1028g | Accessories | HORIZONmp | MP2028LRC| XTENDER

Can I use MP plug-ins written with XTENDERmp on the MP1028g?

You can use Horizon plug-ins, but you cannot use MP plug-ins.

Can multiple 1028gs communicate with the Horizon simultaneously?

You cannot communicate with multiple MP1028g autopilots via the same radio modem. You can, however, communicate with multiple MP2028g autopilots provided you have multiple datalinks.

Will the gains that I set on the MP2028g work with the MP1028g?

The MP2028g is designed to be upward compatible with the MP1028g so all of the gains will work.

What are the differences between the MP1028g and the MP2028g?

For your information we have provided a list of limitations applicable to the MP1028g autopilot.  These should be considered when reading the autopilot manual, which is written for MP2028g users.

  • A maximum of 8 servos can be connected
  • Elevons, flaperons, 4 servo flap/aileron mixing modes are available; other mixing modes. listed in the manual are not available on the 1028g.
  • Helicopter mode is unavailable.
  • You cannot use an AGL with the MP1028g.
  • You cannot use a compass with the MP1028g.
  • The Datalog size is limited to 100 KB.     
  • In-flight reprogramming is not possible (this includes dragging waypoints on Horizonmp’s map); all programming must be done on the ground.
  • Target airspeed is limited to 150kph.
  • The command buffer is limited to 50 commands. 
  • No threads are allowed in .fly files.
  • Automated landings are not possible; there is no approach or flare command.
  • The .fly file/command buffer will not accept advanced operations such
    skipGreaterThan, waitLessThan.
  • The 2nd and 3rd com ports are unavailable.
  • This also means that camera control of the MP-Dayview/Nightview is unavailable.
    (Although a servo driven gimbal can be implemented If some of the 8 servos are left free.
    PPM control of camera zoom is also possible if another servo is free.)
  • Direct flight control by joystick is unavailable.
  • The UAV Name plug-in is not supported. (The autopilot UAV Name fields may be set manually)

Xtender SDK programming limitations for the MP1028g

    • User code cannot be added to the autopilot.
    • You cannot programme the 2nd and 3rd com ports.
    • The stuffservos control from plug-ins or a GCS is unavailable.
    • The modify commands are unavailable (e.g. to modify waypoints).
    • Branching from thread0 in a .fly file to a particular point is not possible.
    • Hardware in the loop simulation is not possible.
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