Xtreme Power Systems releases new 3 channel surface receiver!

We are pleased to announce the release of our new 3 channel "surface" receiver.  This new receiver represents the 2nd generation of our already successful hardware.  The new hardware features extremely low voltage operation (down to 2.0 volts!), a new multi-colored status LED, and the ability to have its firmware flashed using our XDP or Telemetry Station.  Comes with v3.x firmware pre-installed.

This receiver is designed for ground based vehicles (not for use on water), and has been extensively tested in everything from 1/10th scale oval to 1/8th scale nitro.

BETA Firmware Updater Software Released!

We have released a beta version of our firmware updater.  This updater requires that you have already upgraded your XtremeLink® system to v3.0 or later.  It is not possible to upgrade v2.x devices to v3.x devices due to a firmware change necessary to the RF module.  This updater will update receivers to v3.4, transmitter modules to v3.4, and satellite receivers to v1.1.

This updater works with both the XDP and Telemetry Station devices.

Although we have tested this software with numerous systems, there is always a possibility of firmware updaters being interrupted in the middle of the update, making the device unusable.  Please use a full battery when performing the updates and never unplug the USB cable from the computer during the update process!  If you receive a "success" message then your firmware has been successfully upgraded.

Put your XtremeLink® receiver or transmitter module into computer programming mode before running the updater.

The updater can be found here: XtremeLink Updater

Please report any problems to tech@xtremepowersystems.net

Xtreme Power Systems Get 8 Channel Radio System!

We are pleased to announce that we are now selling the Graupner MX-16 radio systems.  This 8 channel radio system rivals those 7 channel systems with its superior programming, additional channel, and RF technology provided by Xtreme Power Systems!  Complete radio system with 8 channel transmitter (w/2000mAh Nimh battery), and one 8 channel receiver (no servos) is just $299!

To order this system, click here.  For more detailed information, click here.

New XDP/Telemetry Station Software

We are releasing the changes we have made to support v3.x of the firmware with the XDP and Scanner programs.  RxDiag.exe was already v3.x compatible.  TxDiag.exe is still not compatible with hopping modes other than 1 (the original predictive hopping mode).  We are in the process of updating the TxDiag.exe program.  The Scanner.exe program fully support v3.x now and allows recording/playing back long datastreams properly.  Localization has been done with the Scanner.exe and some of the XDP.exe program.  When completed, we will have language support for 15 different languages.

The new software can be downloaded from the XDP webpage, located here.

Xtreme Power Systems Becomes Distributor of A123 Products

We are pleased to announce that we are now selling A123 products.  We believe that A123 batteries are the absolute best choice for flight packs.  For more information on these fantastic products, click here.

Xtreme Power Systems Announces New Firmware Upgrade Policy

We are pleased to announce that you can now at anytime upgrade the firmware of your XtremeLink system to the latest version for a flat rate fee.  Just place your order for the firmware upgrade using our online shopping cart.  A quick link is available here.

Latest versions:

Receivers: v3.2

Transmitter modules: v3.1

Installation and usage manual for v3.x can be found here.

New Receiver Manual Available!

A new manual for receivers having v2.4 and later firmware is now available on our manuals page.

Telemetry Sensor Developer Package Now Available!

We are pleased to announce that the sensor developer package is now available for downloading.  This package includes a schematic and circuit board artwork for a dual sensor configuration.  Source code to operate this hardware is also included.

This package can be downloaded from our Telemetry Station developer support page, located here.

More Telemetry Station and XDP updates!

Several updates have occurred in the last 2 days.  We had to change the Windows installer method to support Windows XP and Vista properly.  Please download the latest FULL installer to update your software!  You can get the new installer here.

The Telemetry Station support page has been updated with detailed information about the Scanner utility.  We will be adding the full developer information along with schematics and source code for an example sensor that you can build.  We have contacted all companies that currently make telemetry sensors, offering our help to integrate their products with ours.  If you are a developer and wish to integrate your product with ours, please contact the technical support department (tech@xtremepowersystems.net) for a developer ID number.

XPS News!

Xtreme Power Systems has been extremely busy doing upgrades for Telemetry Station owners, and making improvements to the various XDP and Telemetry Station utilities.  We have spent the last 10 days working with the USB hardware manufacturer to resolve some issues with the USB support via Windows XP and Vista.  We believe that we have corrected most (if not all) of the issues that have been reported.  All items returned for the telemetry upgrade have been shipped back to their owners. We appreciate your patience during this unexpected delay.

It is on rare occasion that we come across published information that echoes what we have been trying to tell the public about how crucial proper setup and power is for the success of a model.  We purchase our servos and various other hardware from Don's Hobby Shop (www.donshobbyshop.com).  Don has been around for 44 years, and has seen it all.  In our last order, we received a 3 page white paper titled "Servo Setup Issues".  We were so impressed with the wisdom in this paper that we called and asked Don if we could provide this information to our customers.  To download a scanned copy of the paper, click here.  This is a definite must-read, no matter how long you have been in the hobby.

We had a period of time last week where none of our emails for tech support and sales were getting to us.  This was due to us registering the domain name "www.xtremepowersystems.com".  We attempted to move everything to the new domain and it caused serious issues.  So, we restored everything and just made the new domain link to the existing .net location.  We apologize for not responding to those emails which we lost during this time.

New Products!

Xtreme Power Systems is pleased to announce numerous new product additions to our website.  The Graupner G Booster turbines are in stock and now available for ordering via our online store.  We have also added XtremeLink® radio systems for the Graupner "tray" type radios.  Also, our Telemetry Station has been added.  Telemetry sensors are in production and will be available shortly.

XPS helps set the world record!

During the AMA meeting at the Joe Nall event in South Carolina, AMA district rep Tony Stillman gave a presentation on the outcome of the world record flying attempt at SEFF.  Tony stated that XPS, Spektrum, and FASST 2.4GHz radio systems made up the 59 of 113 radio systems used to set the world record.  XPS radio systems performed flawlessly.

At Joe Nall, XPS sponsored pilots flew jets, large 3D aircraft (a beautiful 46% Ultimate Biplane was amazing), and high speed wings.  RiteWingRC (www.ritewingrc.com) gave a spectacular demo, which included Jason Schulman doing 165mph aerobatics 1 foot off the deck!  Graupner factory pilots dazzled the crowd with high speed and precision aerobatic glider flying.

Special thanks go out to our XPS pilots, RiteWingRC, and our European distributor Graupner for providing pilots and their support!  We look forward to another spectacular event at Joe Nall next year!

Surface systems released!

Xtreme Power Systems is pleased to announce the release of 2.4GHz upgrades for surface radios!  Airtronics M8/M11, Futaba 3PJ/3PK, and Hitec CRX/SRX radios are now supported.  We also have released our 3 channel micro receiver, designed for ground based surface vehicles.

These new products can be found in the PRODUCTS area of our shopping system.

XDP Information

The XtremeLink Device Programmer software has been updated.  Please download the entire archive or the individual programs to obtain the latest version.

Anyone having any transmitter module or receiver with v1.0 firmware will need a firmware upgrade in order to be able to use the XDP.EXE program.  All other programs will work with any version of firmware.  Please see our XDP software page for more information.

2.4GHz for all radio systems!

Replacement modules for virtually every radio system made!

 Click this link for complete details!

2.4GHz Spread Spectrum Air Product Comparison Guide

(1) Only changes frequencies when a potential for interference is encountered.

(2) Limited lifetime warranty applies to parts and workmanship, labor charges may apply.

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Our products are developed in-house by electronic and software engineers having more than 30 years of experience.  These same engineers also happen to be R/C pilots and drivers.