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Ultra Sabers Discussion => The Obsidian Order => Topic started by: Deep on March 04, 2015, 06:56:35 AM



Title: UltraSabers Launcher v2.89 Windows Launcher
Post by: Deep on March 04, 2015, 06:56:35 AM
Run installer "As Administrator". After installation, the Launcher and - in case of updates - the Maintenance Tool need to be run "As Administrator" as well to work properly. The Launcher is comaptible to Obsidian v3 and v4 sound boards, Emerald and Diamond.


(http://www.saberforum.com/Obsidian/download_button.jpg) (https://1a32fe05fffb6725aab1-5c5b03604a40d0d2efae65b6edf685a4.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/UltraSabersLauncher_OfflineInstallerV289.zip)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvyRd6NuCJw&feature=youtu.be


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJORRyxxR5Q&feature=youtu.be


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on March 06, 2015, 07:24:36 PM
Do you still have to install the newest version first before installing the older ones? Or has that procedure become unnecessary?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on March 07, 2015, 07:44:27 PM
Aaaand a feature request that I've been missing after upgrading to the new launcher: the possibility of changing the master volume. In the new version you can only change the volume of the different sound files but not the master volume. Would be nice if you can add that in a future update :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Darth Milakos on March 18, 2015, 08:14:17 PM
In the US video of the V4 soundboard it says you can set to mute then reactive sound with a push of a button without plugging back in. How is this done?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on March 18, 2015, 08:19:15 PM
The soundboard comes pre-installed with 8 sound fonts, one of them is a "silent" font. You change into configuration mode, then circle through the sound fonts until you get to the "Silence" font (the last one) and confirm that. How to switch into config mode etc. is explained in the Obsidian v4 intro video :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Darth Milakos on March 18, 2015, 10:02:27 PM
Racona Nova I watched The video but i can't seem to see which button unmutes the saber without plugging it back in.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on March 19, 2015, 07:09:15 PM
It's the activation switch, too. You use it for all actions regarding sound font changing (expect for loading new sound fonts onto the board), so once you want to unmute your saber, simply switch to another font. You don't need the launcher for muting or unmuting a saber with the v4 board anymore.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Darth Milakos on March 20, 2015, 05:30:14 AM
Thanks for letting me know I'll try to keep that in mind


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on March 20, 2015, 08:36:31 PM
You're welcome...if you ever happen to forget that, we will remind you of it :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Noctis on March 23, 2015, 09:03:53 PM
Do you still have to install the newest version first before installing the older ones? Or has that procedure become unnecessary?

Did we ever get a firm answer on this?  I haven't played with the new launcher yet, but I need to adjust the sensitivity of my "false triggers."  I'm sure the obvious thing is to just uninstall the old launcher, install the new one, and then re-install the old one (just to be safe), but I would still like to know the answer.  :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on March 23, 2015, 10:20:55 PM
Not yet, but we should stick to the old procedure as long as we don't know for sure :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: FireStormJRVW on April 15, 2015, 10:43:04 PM
Now I think I have a version 3 soundboard
will this V4 software work with a V3 soundboard ?

In all honesty I don't know if I have a V2 or a V3.

Does it matter? How can I find out which version I need to download?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: FireStormJRVW on April 15, 2015, 11:24:55 PM
Ah Nevermind, I figured it out.  ;D The answer is No. it will not work.

If the Serial number starts with a 13XXXXX its a v3

Good to know!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on April 16, 2015, 06:39:27 PM
Ah, actually it's a v3 when the Serial # is 121xxx and so on. So this launcher (as well as the Mac launcher) works with v3 sound boards :)

If it's even 13xxxxx, then it's the newest v4 board, I think. But you will only have it when you participate in the beta testing program. Otherwise you need to wait until its official release...


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Deep on April 16, 2015, 08:13:30 PM
Ah Nevermind, I figured it out.  ;D The answer is No. it will not work.

If the Serial number starts with a 13XXXXX its a v3

Good to know!

The v4 Launcher does work with v3 soundboards.  We use it every day.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Darth Vortobe on May 05, 2015, 06:41:21 PM
I just tried installing this, but I got the v3 launcher instead. Why is that?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on May 05, 2015, 06:51:46 PM
Did you use the link at the beginning of this topic? Normally this should link to the v4 launcher...oh, and don't mix up the "real" v4 (gotten from this link) and the number shown in the launcher which reads v0.3 in the v4 launcher :) As long as it looks like the launcher in the v4 introduction vid (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvyRd6NuCJw (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvyRd6NuCJw)), then you're fine.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Darth Vortobe on May 05, 2015, 06:55:11 PM
Yes, you're right. Thank you. I did get confused when it said v0.3, but thanks for the clarification.  :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on May 05, 2015, 07:06:21 PM
No problem :)

A small reminder, though: Please have a look at our rules and post a short acknowledgement that you read and understood them ;)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: SonnyDowns on May 06, 2015, 10:11:19 PM
Is my soundboard too new for this brand new launcher? This is the message I get:

Connected Emerald LED Driver Serial Number 15020516, Firmware version 113
Support not implemented yet, please check future versions.

edit:
I just received my saber today, my first with sound. It doesn't appear that I'm doing anything wrong, but I'm bummed that I can't add sounds and stuff.

edit to my edit:
OK, I figured out that there are two USB ports, one for sound and one for color. I also figured out that the new launcher does not have the Emerald portion yet.

So yeah, another edit:
I am confused as to why I don't have the option to store multiple fonts. My impression was that it was a standard feature. Can anyone clarify this?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: guinness300 on May 06, 2015, 11:54:29 PM
I am curious about this as well. Got my first emerald saber in last night and I can't change the color with my mac or PC. Obsidian sound changes just fine.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: SonnyDowns on May 07, 2015, 12:01:29 AM
I can tell you that the emerald portion of the launcher isn't available yet. You can download the old version of the launcher, but I have no idea how to write the changes to the saber with it. I'm more concerned that I can't do the 8-font thing like I've seen in videos.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: guinness300 on May 07, 2015, 01:30:55 AM
Problem solved. Using the v3 launcher and now I'm addicted to changing my colors.  ;D


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on May 07, 2015, 06:57:37 PM
I can tell you that the emerald portion of the launcher isn't available yet. You can download the old version of the launcher, but I have no idea how to write the changes to the saber with it. I'm more concerned that I can't do the 8-font thing like I've seen in videos.

If you have a v3 sound board, then you can't add multiple fonts to it. This is an exclusive Obsidian v4 feature, but the v4 isn't available yet for regular customers. According to rumours its release is scheduled for May...

And the colour changing is quite simple, I'd recommend watching the Emerald videos from US. It explains all the features and steps quite well.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: snork on May 08, 2015, 01:14:26 AM
Racona Nova...thanks for the explanation about the v4.  I'm a newb here too and was confused about getting an Obsidian v3 in my new Azure Menace I purchased over the May the 4th sale.  I'll just have to swing for a v4 when they become available and pass the v3 down to my free grab bag stunt saber :D


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on May 08, 2015, 12:52:05 PM
Always a pleasure to help a noob :D Don't forget, all of us started here as noobs, so you won't find anyone who holds it against you ;) Even Ultrasabers' admins, Deep and Ultra, are always very kind and helpful, no matter if it's your first visit or your 1000th!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: SaberRunner on May 13, 2015, 02:09:05 PM
Hey guys, new here.
I have the Phantom Initiate V4 with Obsidian. Every time I follow the proper connection steps I receive this message "The device type is not supported. Use Obsidian Launcher v1 or v2 for older devices"
To my understanding, this saber (just purchased last week) should be the Obsidian V4 Software. I do have the Manticore Emerald/Obsidian and encountered some set up issues but not like this.
Any advice?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Kleinsasser on May 21, 2015, 08:56:09 PM
I just launched the v4 launcher and got a pop-up about an update patch.  Installed the patch, restarted the launcher, and now there is an Emerald Driver tab?!?!  Can it be?!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Kleinsasser on May 22, 2015, 02:29:11 AM
I just launched the v4 launcher and got a pop-up about an update patch.  Installed the patch, restarted the launcher, and now there is an Emerald Driver tab?!?!  Can it be?!

Sorry for the double post, just wanted to confirm: the newest version of the Obsidian v4 launcher is now able to edit the Emerald Driver settings!  Just tested it out and it works like a charm.  Thanks Emory and US staff!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: JediXIX on May 22, 2015, 03:55:58 AM
Sorry for the double post, just wanted to confirm: the newest version of the Obsidian v4 launcher is now able to edit the Emerald Driver settings!  Just tested it out and it works like a charm.  Thanks Emory and US staff!


YEP  ;D ;D ;D

Emory posted in another thread last night..... http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=24029.msg363064#msg363064

ALSO, the MAC version has the Emerald editor too...... Happy Days  :D


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: TEEDA on May 22, 2015, 11:32:27 AM
Had a little issue when trying to update as in the maintenancetool.exe it stated there were no update available and I then relaunched the launcher but still version 0.3
So I had to uninstall and reinstall and updated didn't have a confirmation it did, and the same message appeared, but then I booted the launcher and it was version 1.0


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Connah on May 23, 2015, 01:24:55 PM
wwwoooooo it does emerald now

and its a bit easier to use when setting up FOC


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Gizmo on May 30, 2015, 11:49:46 PM
I just my first sabre the other day, I got the Flamberge LE with sound and clash. I was wanting to know how to hook the sabre to the computer to change the sounds. No cable was provided for this, and it was not an option in the menus given when I picked the sound. I am not sure what cable I am suppose to use to hook up the sabre to the computer with. (running Windows 7 Ultimate)

Gizmo



Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on May 31, 2015, 05:56:10 PM
You need a normal mini-USB cable (NOT micro) for connecting your saber. If you have any external HDDs or XBox/Playstation controllers, you probably already have such a cable. If not, they're easy to find in any computer store :)

US also provides the USB cable when configuring your saber. It should say "Include mini USB cable?" with the options "No Thanks" and "Yes [Add $5]" on the configuration page ;) Maybe you missed that, it's towards the end of the configuration process.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Moondalore on June 06, 2015, 04:19:47 PM
What time settings do I want if I'm looking for same-color flicker effect? On the v3 launcher I would set the time values at 0.01s in each box and the blade would have that rapid pulsing/shimmer effect without the color changing.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on June 06, 2015, 06:45:21 PM
When you're using the same colour for the pulsing effect, it wouldn't normally be visible. You need two different colours (or shades of the same colour) to see the Pulse. You're right about the time, though. 0.01s gives you a really fast Pulse, but I use settings of 0.02-0.04-0.02-0.04 for a more "realistic" Pulse effect. Maybe you want to try that, too :D


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: PKKite on June 06, 2015, 09:00:15 PM
at least for me the obsidian v4/emerald program doesn't go to .01 but only .02.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on June 07, 2015, 03:47:55 PM
Good point, almost forgot that issue: the lowest setting that is possible is indeed 0.02 secs, not 0.01! Only from 0.1 secs on it's possible to enter uneven values, below 0.1 it only accepts even values.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: wparmand on July 01, 2015, 02:34:14 PM
I just got my saber yesterday. I have been trying to download the Obsidian Launcher. I have a Windows 8.1 Dell. When I open it gives me version 1 and tells me to update to 1.01. when I try to update it gives me the following message: Error while extracting "installer://com.ultrasabers.launcher/1.01Application.7z': not enough memory. I have 420GB free. Not only that but the launcher isn't recognizing the sound board or the Emerald drive. I've checked and the ports nor the wire seem faulty. I've downloaded from the forum page just as the video shows and connecting the usb cable like in the video. I've also fully charged the batteries and tried plugging and unplugging the cable. just can't figure out what's wrong.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Connah on July 01, 2015, 06:50:59 PM
ah this is a common problem with windows, apparently the solution is to plug the saber into a USB hub which in turn is plugged into the computer and then it works for some rasin


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Roband on July 06, 2015, 05:49:59 AM
The Obsidian v4 Launcher is a fantastic little program!
Only "3 nits to pick" that could be improved with it:

1. the "color bar" on the Emerald selection does not take into account the 4th channel on the color it shows, therefore the colors in the graph do not match the color your blade will have. (I Understand that adding this would require 2 different color palettes, one for RGBW and on e for RGBA)

2. It would be nice to be able to "loop" the pulse and the FOC effects to be able to see how it will look once finalized on the blade (especially for the shorter duration effects making the pulse more akin to a flicker)

3. Again, being able to loop effects, but this time with the sounds to see how an Idle humm or a lockup will sound on the blade when kept running.

Bonus: add the .wav to .lsu converter again to allow users to create soundfonts for their older Obsidian boards.

Lastly:  THANK YOU for making the launcher backwards-compatible with the older boards, it speaks volumes to the level of customer care you put into your products.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on August 05, 2015, 01:14:00 PM
One thing I noticed since the last two updates:

You can't enter numbers in Easy Mode anymore...neither in the left (RGB) nor in the right (HSV) column! So you can't use any RGB values for a certain colour in Easy Mode.

Is it possible to solve that issue in future launcher versions?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Heimdallr on August 09, 2015, 11:56:20 PM
Downloaded the new V4 launcher and when i plug in my saber a diolaug box pops up and says "please wait,reading device info" and it'll will close and pop up over and over again. I've tried using different cables and i'm running Win 10 right now.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on August 10, 2015, 11:45:58 AM
Have you tried different USB ports, too? USB 3.0 is known to have some issues, and with Win 8 there was a workaround by using a USB hub. Maybe try this, too...I don't think that there are many users with Win 10 up to now, so we don't have much experience with that OS yet.

Your batteries are full, aren't they?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Heimdallr on August 11, 2015, 01:25:38 AM
tried different hubs, USB 2.0 too. my saber doesn't pop up as anything unknown either so i don't think it's a driver problem.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on August 11, 2015, 01:47:23 PM
Does it show up as an HID device in Device Manager or does the Device Manager refresh when you plug your saber in or unplug it? If so, try to identify which HID it is and try to reinstall it. Maybe it's a driver issue that doesn't show up in the usual way (like the yellow exclamation mark or "unknown device").

A second question: Did you install and run the Launcher in Administrator Mode (could be named different in Win 10)? That's very important, otherwise Win 10 (as well as Win 7 and 8.1) might restrict some actions that are critical for the Launcher to work and communicate properly.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: archaratar on August 21, 2015, 06:59:01 AM
If it is coming up as a driver issue, how is that fixed?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on August 21, 2015, 12:09:53 PM
You need to remove the device from the Device Manager, this should also remove the driver. Restart your PC, then turn the saber on and plug it into a USB 2.0 port. This should reinstall the driver and solve the issue. For Win 8(.1) use a USB hub to connect the saber, for Win 7 it's not necessary.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Terrantula on September 04, 2015, 12:51:53 AM
Downloaded the file from the link and the launcher is V1 which updates to V1.03 through the maintenance tools.  Is there another method to downloading the file or upgrading V1.03 to the latest and greatest?

Thanks in advance,
Terrantula


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Jedi Abid on October 02, 2015, 12:05:44 AM
Hi Guys,

I need some help working out why when I connect my USB to the dark menace ultra saber the emerald driver: detects reads and writes changes to the dark menace but the Osbedian sound board doesnt detect my ultrasaber as being connected thus I am unable to lower the volume.

For some reason my V.4 detectes the emerald section but doesn't detect the osbedian sound settings, all Im trying to accomplish is to reduce the volume, any advice from anyone would be much appreciated thanks :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on October 02, 2015, 07:54:01 PM
Okay, seems to be a dumb question, but do you use the right USB port, i.e. the USB port of your Obsidian sound board?
If yes, what OS do you have on your PC? Win 8 and 10 might require a USB hub to solve Obsidian board connection issues. Also, always use a USB 2.0 port, never a USB 3! They don't work properly with the Ultrasabers boards.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: AJT_Toshiro on October 14, 2015, 09:04:13 AM
Hi, i'm new to this but i seem to have quite an issue with my saber. Mine's a Graflex SE with v3 soundboard
After installation and restarting the computer, i tried connecting it to the computer (windows 8 64-bit)
however, the driver doesn't seem to have any response and the program states that it isn't connected.
It gets worse cause now even when the saber isn't connected, it suddenly just switches to the connected mode (both light and sound suddenly stops)
may i please get some help with this?  :'(


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on October 21, 2015, 08:45:35 PM
Remove the batteries from the saber, this should reset it.
Then, try to use a USB hub for connecting, Win 8 is quite iffy with Ultrasabers ;)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: kav2001c on October 31, 2015, 12:05:39 AM
ah this is a common problem with windows, apparently the solution is to plug the saber into a USB hub which in turn is plugged into the computer and then it works for some rasin

My guess (?) is on newer PCs the driver is not compatible with a USB3 port
Stepping it down through an older hub seems to cause it to always see the saber properly


Having said this, most PCs I have seen DO have a setting in BIOS that enabled legacy support
I would be very interested in a few more people testing this out without a hub to see if this corrects the issue


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: calavera on November 07, 2015, 01:06:55 AM
new guy here. i just recently received my first saber. man it's cool! but when i try to connect the sound board it says "the device type is not supported. use obsidian launcher v1 or v2 for older obsidian devices." as well as a popup that says "invalid device" (not a windows popup, but a launcher popup), and the saber becomes unresponsive. i have to reset it by pulling the battery for a second. everything i read tells me i should have a newer sound board, the launcher tells me it is V1.03, after looking around (not sure why it's not a more obvious to find thing but...)  i click on the link to try and download V4 and it's just V1.03 again. this has become pretty frustrating. any help would be greatly appreciated.



Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Smoczywabik on December 06, 2015, 08:39:41 PM
Hi there.

Some time ago i had installed Windows 10. I wanted to play with my Manticore, change sound etc. I came here, i downloaded v4 obsidian and...... I cant intstall it.
The program dont pop up, the instalation file just jams itself.
I dont know where is the problem. Maybe someone can send me a link to Obsidian v3 installer? Preeettyyy pls! :)

PS. I just tried to install obsidian on my soon to be wife laptop with windows 8.1. Gues what? Installer don't work.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Gizmo on December 25, 2015, 06:04:39 AM
I uninstalled the old version of the launcher I had. And Installed the new launcher. It does not want to start up at all. I can run the Maintenance part. But even still. The launcher will not start. I did a Task Process check. And I have for some odd reason, 5 tasks of the program running. Even though I am not running it. I can end the tasks no matter what. even after Uninstalling. They keep coming back. Is there any way to get rid of this. And have a clean install? I am getting frustrated at this. And been trying for a couple of hours to correct this.

Thanks
Gizmo


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Gizmo on January 02, 2016, 10:55:26 PM
Ok, update.. Been checking and the tasks disappeared. But I am still unable to get the launcher to run at all. Will keep trying to get it to run. Will be back with and update on my progress.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: MrLovePuff on January 19, 2016, 07:31:48 PM
im trying to install driver - i go through the process outlined in the  install wizzard

when it prompts me to confirm which parts i wish to install all the boxes/options are greyed out

i save file but when i go back to open the file that i just created it doesnt open

using windows

can someone help please


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Systemlord on January 21, 2016, 11:56:58 PM
Running Windows 7 Ultimate and just updated to version 1.04 and no issues thus far. Ignore the grayed out check box and just click "Next" and then "Restart" or "Finish".


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: golfguy on January 31, 2016, 05:34:36 PM
I am having issues with windows 10. I have the driver and software installed, however, no easy color selection is possible.  Also on the emerald driver to change the colors, they don't appear for some reason.

anyone have a work around or fix?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Spades on January 31, 2016, 05:47:00 PM
I am having issues with windows 10. I have the driver and software installed, however, no easy color selection is possible.  Also on the emerald driver to change the colors, they don't appear for some reason.

anyone have a work around or fix?

i have no issues with my rig or my launcher.  here is what I do/did step by step

1)download installer
2)run installer as administrator
3)plug in mini usb cable to computer
4) plug in mini usb cable to saber. (emerald driver or obsidian soundboard)
5)Run Launcher as administrator
6) turn on saber
7)connect saber to software (auto connect enabled by default)

8) adjust settings
9) write to driver /soundboard
10) disconnect saber from launcher.
11) disconnect saber from computer.

when adjusting colors you will see a bar at the top. (pulse mode section) click on the colored bar, either right or left. it will open a slider menu containing LED1-4 easy mode is the button that gives you a pallet to choose from, and a color slider off to the side. Adjust this like you would choosing a color in MS paint.

also https://youtu.be/mJORRyxxR5Q is Emory's video explaining the software a bit.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: DanielGInfinite on February 01, 2016, 12:17:01 PM
does anyone have any problem connecting to the v4 launcher well i cant i am using windows 10 and everytime i connet my saber and check the device manager it says driver error?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: ithekro on February 01, 2016, 05:08:16 PM
Are you using USB 2.0 or 3.0 ports?  There have been issues using USB 3.0 ports with Windows 8 and 10.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: DanielGInfinite on February 02, 2016, 01:33:19 AM
can any one help me on the memory on the v4 soundboard? i cant change the size for example #1 soundbank which is empty and increase the memory and apply it and check the memory section it did not change


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: DanielGInfinite on February 02, 2016, 01:55:24 AM
Also i tried formatting the memory but still nothing cant change the memory space


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Spades on February 04, 2016, 03:53:07 PM
does anyone have any problem connecting to the v4 launcher well i cant i am using windows 10 and everytime i connet my saber and check the device manager it says driver error?

I am using Windows 10 every time I plug the saber in a pop up window says there was a driver error. I ignore it and launch the software anyway then turn on the saber and connect it to the software and I have no issues. I don't understand why you are looking into device manager. I have never had any reason to look at my device manager for my saber.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: SuperSammich on February 19, 2016, 02:26:43 AM
How would I update the program


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on February 19, 2016, 06:09:21 PM
Via the MaintenanceTool. You'll find that in the UltraSabersLauncher folder in the Start Menu.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Darth Ouimet on March 15, 2016, 12:12:56 AM
Seems somehow I can't update the 1.03 version to the 1.04 version.. I have window 7 professionnal.... when I try to run as administrator the maintenance launcher it tells me it can't find the shortcut... any tips?

Thanks!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: gbr1976 on March 17, 2016, 01:07:44 AM
Seems somehow I can't update the 1.03 version to the 1.04 version.. I have window 7 professionnal.... when I try to run as administrator the maintenance launcher it tells me it can't find the shortcut... any tips?

Thanks!

I am having a similar issue. I want to update to v1.04, but cannot find the MaintenanceTool.exe. I'm running Windows 8, and when I go to the UltraSabers Installer launcher folder, there is no MaintenanceTool.exe. Any help or suggestions will be appreciated.

Thanks in advance!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on March 17, 2016, 06:21:26 PM
That's odd...normally the MaintenanceTool.exe should be in the UltraSabersLauncher folder. I updated to v1.04 without problems some time ago...have you tried to search via the Windows search function? Maybe Win8 places the files in a different folder than Win7 does.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: gbr1976 on March 29, 2016, 03:56:41 AM
That's odd...normally the MaintenanceTool.exe should be in the UltraSabersLauncher folder. I updated to v1.04 without problems some time ago...have you tried to search via the Windows search function? Maybe Win8 places the files in a different folder than Win7 does.

Yeah, I've searched that way. Brings up a whole list of options, some of them are forum posts, some are not. But I can't find anything that shows me which MaintenanceTool.exe is correct. Would uninstalling and reinstalling be the way to go? I've tried that to get sound fonts to download (they didn't - a story for a different time), but still cannot find the tool.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on March 29, 2016, 06:21:54 PM
Can you post a screenshot of your search results? Maybe I can figure out which result would be the correct one.
Uninstalling and reinstalling can work, but when the .exe doesn't show up in your current UltraSabersLauncher installation folder, then it probably won't do that after a new installation either.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Wrecker on April 01, 2016, 02:46:51 AM
I have three sabers with Obsidian v4 and I'm planning to load some soundfonts from saberforum.com and eventually saberfont.com. However, the Mario soundfont I pulled from FX-Sabers (http://www.saberforum.com/forum/index.php?topic=36680.0) gives me the "uncompressed 16 bit mono at 48000 samplerate" error message when I try loading it into the launcher. Does this mean that I'll have to open them in audacity and edit them down to the correct parameters?

Is this needed for all SaberFont.com fonts as well, since those are rated for Plecter and NEC boards only?

It doesn't have to be a .lsu file for the final product like the instructions say since Angel_Rain's cat font (http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=24068.0) is in .wav form, right?

I am having a similar issue. I want to update to v1.04, but cannot find the MaintenanceTool.exe. I'm running Windows 8, and when I go to the UltraSabers Installer launcher folder, there is no MaintenanceTool.exe. Any help or suggestions will be appreciated.

Thanks in advance!


I found it myself. I'm running Windows 8.1 on my Surface Pro 1, but the way to locate it should be the same. Hit the start key, type "Maintenance" for it to auto-search your PC, it'll eventually pop up. Right click and run as Admin. If you're unsure if it's the right one, you can open the file location instead.

(http://i.imgur.com/JaLLaCC.png)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: gbr1976 on April 06, 2016, 03:06:23 AM
Can you post a screenshot of your search results? Maybe I can figure out which result would be the correct one.
Uninstalling and reinstalling can work, but when the .exe doesn't show up in your current UltraSabersLauncher installation folder, then it probably won't do that after a new installation either.

Actually, I believe I was able to find it. Haven't been online for a bit, so didn't see the posts until now. I will let you know if it works or not, and post those screenshots if I need to.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on April 06, 2016, 07:26:46 PM
Looking forward to your results :) And awaiting your response :D


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Gray Jedi Kero on April 16, 2016, 12:24:21 AM
why does mines says WINZIP and it will not open, ive clicked the download above but it wont run. ???


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Gray Jedi Kero on April 22, 2016, 05:07:31 AM
Do you still have to install the newest version first before installing the older ones? Or has that procedure become unnecessary?


question guys do need install the old version to open the new one? coz mines says 'it is invalid'. :'(


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Gray Jedi Kero on April 22, 2016, 05:26:23 AM
i have no issues with my rig or my launcher.  here is what I do/did step by step

1)download installer
2)run installer as administrator
3)plug in mini usb cable to computer
4) plug in mini usb cable to saber. (emerald driver or obsidian soundboard)
5)Run Launcher as administrator
6) turn on saber
7)connect saber to software (auto connect enabled by default)

8) adjust settings



do I need to install the old version to run the update one? coz I cannt find the'.exe' or maintenancetool.exe file on it, the extension file is 'zip' only. can u guys help me?thanks!
9) write to driver /soundboard
10) disconnect saber from launcher.
11) disconnect saber from computer.

when adjusting colors you will see a bar at the top. (pulse mode section) click on the colored bar, either right or left. it will open a slider menu containing LED1-4 easy mode is the button that gives you a pallet to choose from, and a color slider off to the side. Adjust this like you would choosing a color in MS paint.

also https://youtu.be/mJORRyxxR5Q is Emory's video explaining the software a bit.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Mackgiver on April 22, 2016, 04:10:51 PM
Hi,
I have a question about Obsidian v4.
If i purchase for a soundcard like this without FOC, it wil be possible later install Flash on Clash?
How can ii Works?
Regards from Spain!



Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on April 22, 2016, 07:08:06 PM
If you can do the electronic works, have the right (i.e. a multicolour LED with four dies), and know how to make the colour you want as FoC, you can add Flash on Clash to your saber. If you don't meet one, two or all three requirements mentioned before, you would have to either let Ultrasabers make the upgrade or someone who can do these works.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Mackgiver on April 22, 2016, 11:23:48 PM
Ok, i understand.
Thanks, i Try to have a look to the led.
Regards!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: JediApprenticeChris37 on April 29, 2016, 12:34:47 AM
I cant get the new update to install it always tells me a error fail at 60% installing


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: akuma13 on April 30, 2016, 01:56:12 AM
same it fails at 60% for me as well.   saying not enough memory or some folders dont exist,  have uninstalled and tried reinstalling several times now


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: letournp on May 12, 2016, 03:08:41 PM
Hi I have an obsidian v3 soundboard and I am enable to connect using the v4 Launcher.  I have confirmed that I am using a USB 2.0 port and not a 3.0.

I can connect to the emerald board but not he obsidian board.  Anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks Pierre


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on May 12, 2016, 05:38:53 PM
Can you check the following two things?

1. Which OS are you using? Win 7, Win 8(.1) or Win 10? Anything above Win 7 has some problems recognizing the Obsidian sound board. A USB hub may solve this issue.
2. Have you made sure that you use the right USB port? On Emerald sabers with sound, you have two USB ports - one for the Driver, one for the sound board. The first port that appears after pulling the battery pack out is for the sound board, the second near the end is for the Driver.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: letournp on May 13, 2016, 04:33:53 PM
Quote
Can you check the following two things?

1. Which OS are you using? Win 7, Win 8(.1) or Win 10? Anything above Win 7 has some problems recognizing the Obsidian sound board. A USB hub may solve this issue.
2. Have you made sure that you use the right USB port? On Emerald sabers with sound, you have two USB ports - one for the Driver, one for the sound board. The first port that appears after pulling the battery pack out is for the sound board, the second near the end is for the Driver.

1 - I am using Windows 10, so I will try getting a hub, as the one that I have is USB 3.0.
2 - I am sure that I am using the correct port on the saber.

Thank you.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on May 13, 2016, 06:09:34 PM
No problem :) Let me know if that worked for you!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Mads on June 05, 2016, 12:43:09 AM
I cant get the new update to install it always tells me a error fail at 60% installing

Same for me. I have no answer for this. I hope somebody comes up with something.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: RoninJed on June 25, 2016, 12:08:05 AM
I just got my first saber with the Obsidian V4 sound and the launcher keeps failing around 60% for me as well. I cant test or set different blade colors either. I see its been a problem for the past month now...not a good first impression for me....hope this gets fixed sooner rather then later.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: ithekro on June 26, 2016, 11:06:48 PM
Obsidian v4 sound by itself does not make you able to change the colors on you saber.  You would need an Emerald driver card installed as well in your saber, and it would have a second USB port that would  allow you to change the colors.

Is the launcher updated?    Are you following all the proper step in connecting your saber to the computer/launcher?   Are you running Windows 8 or 10?   Are you using USB 2.0 ports and cables?   There are a lot of potential problems that can be solved with more information.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: stonetemple0 on July 23, 2016, 03:48:05 AM
Had many issues trying to update this firmware. I am attempting to reinstall the entire program. Wish me luck My buddy finally got his Bellicose (emearald) trying to mess around with the awesome features.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Slicerjen on August 22, 2016, 08:06:31 PM
Regarding the inability to connect, i originally had my saber plugged into the front usb ports, both 2.0 and 3.0, and it was hit or miss if the launcher saw it. I read on the forum about using a hub, and as soon as i plugged it into my powered 3.0 hub, it immediately saw it. I believe it is the powered aspect of the hub that secures the connection. The 3.0 didn't make a difference for me.

Also, the launcher download on this thread is still v0.3. When i started it up, i was prompted to update to v0.4. Might need to update the posted link. And running as admin to launch AND update is a must. My launcher hosed itself and i reinstalled it. It ran good when i was following the instructions. Hope all of that helps.

Excellent apprentice ce blade btw. Went with a pink to rose quartz color. For my wife's bday. The silver and gold style is so her.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Astrius on September 17, 2016, 11:05:06 AM
Windows 10 Pro x64 user that only has 3.0 USB ports. Got the Saber last night and now able to configure.

The short:
If your computers Operating System doesn't detect the unknown device, you're wasting time try to get the app to work/detect it. 
-Try different cable even if you KNOW the cable works with other devices. Using a cable that is probably 10 years old resolved my issue.
-Try USB hub as others suggested.

My Steps:

1. When installing the application and running the updater (MaintenanceTool), be sure you're Running As Administrator (right-click icon and Run as.. or Shft+Ctrl+Enter when .exe is highlighted).
(Side Note: I uninstalled the app at one point and found that while it removes the app from your Programs & Features menu, all of the program files still exist in *DriveLetter\Program Files(x86)\UltraSaber and I needed to delete the UltraSaber folder to fully remove. The icon will still remain on desktop, but it's a dead shortcut that can be deleted).

2. With Saber off and charged, if you plug in your Saber to your USB port and your computer doesn't inform you there's an unknown device, get another cable or USB hub (Windows Users: You can always go to Start > type 'device manager' hit enter and when box appears, right click your computers name and Scan for Hardware Changes to verify it doesn't see it).

3. I was using a newer cable for a device I have kicking around and knew it was a functional cable (at least with that device), but could never get my computer to recognize the Saber. I ended up finding another cable that's probably a decade old and instantly it was recognized by my computer as unknown device.

4. Ran application as Administrator, instantly connected, and can now alter settings.

Hope that helps some of you out there. Good luck and may the Force be with you!

-Astrius


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Jemmer on September 21, 2016, 03:39:42 AM
HI gang. My first ever post. Just got my first ever saber, and i am REALLY dumb about all this so please forgive any seemingly stupid questions :)

Without further adue - on the Obsidian Sound Driver - sliding the bars changes the sensitivity and I understand that. However, is the smaller number more desirable or is it the larger numbers to achieve a better reactive saber?

Meaning, for example, if I want even the slightest movement to trigger the movement sounds - is the number to be larger or smaller

Finally is there an "ultrasabers for dummies" to help me understand the options? as in, what does impact threshold mean? What does the debounce do and what is the best setting for it and why? WHat does motion integration mean? etc.

I've watched numerous videos, but either I missed those where Emory discussed them, or it just didn't get through my thick skull.

Thanks in advance.

Jem :)

PS I should note my saber is the Manticore CE nickel finish Emerald with V4 Obsidian sound board. Also, my launcher is version 1.03 with the "update" grayed out and not selectable. Downloaded from the link on this thread today (Sept 20, 2016). Is 1.03 the latest version for the launcher?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Benji on September 21, 2016, 06:26:05 AM

Without further adue - on the Obsidian Sound Driver - sliding the bars changes the sensitivity and I understand that. However, is the smaller number more desirable or is it the larger numbers to achieve a better reactive saber?

Meaning, for example, if I want even the slightest movement to trigger the movement sounds - is the number to be larger or smaller

Finally is there an "ultrasabers for dummies" to help me understand the options? as in, what does impact threshold mean? What does the debounce do and what is the best setting for it and why? WHat does motion integration mean? etc.

I've watched numerous videos, but either I missed those where Emory discussed them, or it just didn't get through my thick skull.

Thanks in advance.

Jem :)

PS I should note my saber is the Manticore CE nickel finish Emerald with V4 Obsidian sound board. Also, my launcher is version 1.03 with the "update" grayed out and not selectable. Downloaded from the link on this thread today (Sept 20, 2016). Is 1.03 the latest version for the launcher?

I'm not at all the definitive fount of knowledge on this, so I will stick to what I know and what I have experience with.

I'll start from your last thing in the PS... If you are using Windows, click on the start button (On Win. 10, it's the Windows logo.) in the lower left corner (by default). Go to All Programs (Win10 will say All Apps) Find UltraSabers in the alphabetical list and click it. Right click on Maintenance Tool and run as administrator. From there you will be able to check for updates and download/install updates. Mine says it's the latest version and is 1.04

Impact Threshold: If you have Flash on Clash in your saber, this is how hard you have to hit the blade to make the impact noise and the flash.

Motion Threshold: How hard or fast you have to swing the saber to make the motion noises.

If you want even the slightest movement to trigger the sound, then make the numbers smaller on Motion Threshold.

Likewise on the 'Impact Threshold' if you want even the slightest bump to make the clash noise, and flash if you have that option, then make the numbers smaller (sometimes can get it to trigger by swinging the handle and suddenly stopping your swing).

As for 'debouncing' and 'integration' I have never felt the need to change these settings so I don't know what they do.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Rapine on September 21, 2016, 09:25:38 AM
Also Jemmer, you need to post an acknowledgement in the rules section before making any further posts please.  It's something each member does, so we're all on the same page, so to speak.


I'm not sure how long you've had your saber, but I didn't bother chaning mine right away, since I kind of knew that I'd get better at wielding and spinning it - more aggressive, exaggerated movements.


The sabersmiths at US pre-set them pretty good as far as that's concerned.

That's just me though.

Nice choice on the Manticore BTW. :)

P.S. There are no stupid questions; only stupid answers.  (I'm good at those :P)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Jemmer on September 24, 2016, 09:06:22 AM
Also Jemmer, you need to post an acknowledgement in the rules section before making any further posts please.  It's something each member does, so we're all on the same page, so to speak.


I'm not sure how long you've had your saber, but I didn't bother chaning mine right away, since I kind of knew that I'd get better at wielding and spinning it - more aggressive, exaggerated movements.


The sabersmiths at US pre-set them pretty good as far as that's concerned.

That's just me though.

Nice choice on the Manticore BTW. :)

P.S. There are no stupid questions; only stupid answers.  (I'm good at those :P)

acknowledged.

Thanks for the comments. This is my first ever saber from any where and it is a week old. My passion for lightsabers is 42 years old. :)

In the last week I have so far managed to break 2 picture frames, unintentionally traumatize my Ferret, bruise the ridge along my index finger/palm, gouge my end table, embed a Manticore emitter pattern into my metatarsal, accidentally and violently relocate floor lamps (twice), and developed a rather elaborate 'connect the dots' motif in my hardwood floor from dropping the hilt. I can't wait to see the hell is gonna happen next. ha ha. *sigh*

Regrading the software - Whether I make changes is irrelevant. Its about understanding my options on the software, otherwise why bother having software, or the ability to make changes. Since I am unable to find any descriptions to explain the various options I am turning to the forums for the knowledge. By the looks of it - this knowledge doesn't actually exist any where publicly accessible.

To simile, its like buying a new paintball marker with electronics and a programmable board. There is a booklet, brochure, etc inserted with the packaging that explains what each setting means and how it alters performance from the preset specs. I was hoping for the same thing with my new UltraSaber considering i bought a saber with (what I consider) high end options.

Cheers :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Rapine on September 24, 2016, 10:52:08 AM
I totally understand that. 

Be sure to install and run the software "as admin". 

It's fun to play around with the settings anyway...lol

I used to have a Bravo One with an E-trigger!

Surgery made me sell all my paintball stuff.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Benji on September 24, 2016, 04:23:41 PM
acknowledged.

Thanks for the comments. This is my first ever saber from any where and it is a week old. My passion for lightsabers is 42 years old. :)

In the last week I have so far managed to break 2 picture frames, unintentionally traumatize my Ferret, bruise the ridge along my index finger/palm, gouge my end table, embed a Manticore emitter pattern into my metatarsal, accidentally and violently relocate floor lamps (twice), and developed a rather elaborate 'connect the dots' motif in my hardwood floor from dropping the hilt. I can't wait to see the hell is gonna happen next. ha ha. *sigh*

Regrading the software - Whether I make changes is irrelevant. Its about understanding my options on the software, otherwise why bother having software, or the ability to make changes. Since I am unable to find any descriptions to explain the various options I am turning to the forums for the knowledge. By the looks of it - this knowledge doesn't actually exist any where publicly accessible.

To simile, its like buying a new paintball marker with electronics and a programmable board. There is a booklet, brochure, etc inserted with the packaging that explains what each setting means and how it alters performance from the preset specs. I was hoping for the same thing with my new UltraSaber considering i bought a saber with (what I consider) high end options.

Cheers :)

Although you may have already seen these, here's a youtube video that might help out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJORRyxxR5Q (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJORRyxxR5Q)

Also there's this. A little more than 9 minutes in, he starts explaining the more nuanced features of the software.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvyRd6NuCJw (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvyRd6NuCJw)

Direct time link to a section of the above video that goes explicitly into the questions that you asked.
https://youtu.be/JvyRd6NuCJw?t=692 (https://youtu.be/JvyRd6NuCJw?t=692)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on September 24, 2016, 07:03:15 PM
The options are quite complex at first glance, but as soon as you understand what the different settings do, it's easy :D

So, for the Obsidian sound board, this is what the different options affect:

Motion Threshold: Overall sensitivity of the motion detection sensor. The lower the number, the more sensitive the sensor is - and the higher is the triggering of fake motion sounds.

Motion Integration Time: Sensitivity of the motion sensor in regards of the above mentioned fake triggers. The lower the number, the more sensitive the saber is and more fake triggers occur. Rising the number lowers the fake trigger chance, but also overall sensitivity. Use this in combination with Motion Threshold to achieve high sensitivity without too many fake triggers.

Impact Thresold: The same as Motion Thresold, only for the impact detection sensor.

Impact Debouncing Time: The same as Motion Integration Time, only for fake triggers of the impact sensor.

Minimum Time Between Impacts: This sets the reset speed of the impact sensor. The lower the number, the faster the sensor can react to subsequent impacts.

Lockup Flash Time (only for Flash on Clash enabled sabers without the Emerald Driver): The simplest of the settings. It controls the speed of the lockup light effects - the higher, the faster.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Dauntless Seven on September 24, 2016, 07:58:26 PM
Valuable clearly understandable reply Rac.  I needed that information and I'm sure many others will benefit as well.   point  ;D


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on September 24, 2016, 08:17:25 PM
Glad that I could help you ;D Maybe I will make a similar post like the one with the sound fonts and let it become stickied :P That will make things easier and I don't have to post it over and over again :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Jemmer on September 25, 2016, 08:53:34 PM
WOW! thank you for the videos and the explanations! Fabulous content - just thank you so much. Top shelf guys :D

I have seen those videos before, but Racona Nova's description is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks again everyone.

Cheers :)

Jemmer


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: xcynderx on October 02, 2016, 04:47:12 AM
it would be nice if A) The launcher had a button (WITH CONFIRMATION) that could default the soundboard to factory settings (including fonts...the Downloadable font pack for v4 should have default config files setup already.....)

and B) a drag and drop from explorer to the sections for each bank..would make it far faster imo.

Also C) A way to rearrange the sounds banks without having to remake the banks all the time.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: xcynderx on October 02, 2016, 01:38:35 PM
it would be nice if A) The launcher had a button (WITH CONFIRMATION) that could default the soundboard to factory settings (including fonts...the Downloadable font pack for v4 should have default config files setup already.....)

and B) a drag and drop from explorer to the sections for each bank..would make it far faster imo.

Also C) A way to rearrange the sounds banks without having to remake the banks all the time.

just got back from work and was messing around with the fonts now that the board was formatted for more space per bank....

adding yet another suggestion

D) seeing and editing what sounds are part of the selected bank without having to rebuild the whole thing (even a config file).....kind of ridiculous that we cant do this.

E) Exporting sound board settings (including fonts) and being able to import them to another board (ie. taking my changes i did to my main dominix saber and copying them enterily to my 2nd Dominix saber)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Dragonborn219 on May 04, 2017, 12:22:31 AM
v4 wont completely install keeps saying access denied >:(


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Jediseth on May 04, 2017, 12:34:51 AM
I think you need windows 8 and above. If you do maybe check all your updates and then try re-downloading the launcher again. I don't see any reason why it should not work. And Welcome to the forum! 😊


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on May 04, 2017, 05:53:10 PM
I run the Ultrasabers Launcher under Win 7, so Win 8 isn't a requirement. But you need to run it as admin (the installation file as well as the program once it's installed) to work properly. And you need full access to the folder you're installing the software into. I noticed that this also helps with access issues.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Tribal on May 05, 2017, 02:03:09 PM
Launcher will not update to latest version....everytime I have attempted to install from this link I get stuck with version 1.03 instead of version 4, and the maintenance tool will not update. Any suggestions would be helpful.(http://)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Jediseth on May 05, 2017, 02:23:03 PM
Launcher will not update to latest version....everytime I have attempted to install from this link I get stuck with version 1.03 instead of version 4, and the maintenance tool will not update. Any suggestions would be helpful.(http://)

That's odd! I'm just taking a guess here, but if you downloaded the Diamond Launcher would it work? I'm guessing Obsidian is connected to it because it's just an upgrade to the already existing software. You wouldn't have to use the Diamond tab on the launcher but you can just use the Obsidian tab.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: RSX Engineering on May 08, 2017, 07:00:30 AM
Launcher will not update to latest version....everytime I have attempted to install from this link I get stuck with version 1.03 instead of version 4, and the maintenance tool will not update. Any suggestions would be helpful.(http://)


You might try uninstalling the Launcher, then download this stable version http://ultrasabers.rsx.ro/downloads/UltraSabersLauncher_OfflineInstallerV104.zip (http://ultrasabers.rsx.ro/downloads/UltraSabersLauncher_OfflineInstallerV104.zip) and perform a clean install.

cheers,

Adrian


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: dobralov on May 09, 2017, 06:51:31 PM
just got back from work and was messing around with the fonts now that the board was formatted for more space per bank....

adding yet another suggestion

D) seeing and editing what sounds are part of the selected bank without having to rebuild the whole thing (even a config file).....kind of ridiculous that we cant do this.

E) Exporting sound board settings (including fonts) and being able to import them to another board (ie. taking my changes i did to my main dominix saber and copying them enterily to my 2nd Dominix saber)

+1


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: DarthMirage on August 01, 2017, 10:18:01 PM
4 differents USB 2.0 ports used on my computer. 3 different diamond controller set-up lightsabers. None of them connected.

I'm thinking I got a faulty micro-USB, my computer's USB ports don't work (They do though.), the program is faulty, or ALL 3 lightsabers' micro-USB ports are frelled and shelled out a good couple hundred for each, soooo what the deuce?

(EDIT)
Installed an earlier version, that's why ._. V103


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Valefor on September 01, 2017, 11:46:42 PM
Ultrasabers badly needs an update to this software, seriously how poorly this works on modern computers makes me reconsider future purchases, which is sad because I love them. Completely fails in both usb 2 and 3, on windows 10. If there's an updated version somewhere (More than 1.04) it eludes me.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: DarthMirage on September 02, 2017, 12:14:59 AM
Ultrasabers badly needs an update to this software, seriously how poorly this works on modern computers makes me reconsider future purchases, which is sad because I love them. Completely fails in both usb 2 and 3, on windows 10. If there's an updated version somewhere (More than 1.04) it eludes me.

There is, I had the same problem, here's the post:
http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=34473.105


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Valefor on September 02, 2017, 06:45:17 PM
There is, I had the same problem, here's the post:
[url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=34473.105[/url]

Thank you for your reply Mirage. I tried to exhaust all of my options before bothering again. So here's my repro steps.

(EDIT: Further Repro steps + System)
System: Win 10 Current 9.2.2017 High end dev pc (No point in putting specs for this application)

Connected Methods tried.
-Diconnected lightsaber, plugged in lightsaber to pc, turned on
-Plugged into pc with lightsaber on
-Connect/Disconnect, while on/off
-Connected to hub while on/off
-Connected to extension cable while on/off
-Connected through DAW Controller while on/off
-Connected through 3.0 hub, just to check

Computer recognizes device every time, software does not.
I got the newer version. I attempted to connect on USB 3.0,2.0 and even 1.0 via an ancient extension cable. No dice. Does the newer software only work with newer sabers? I've got an Initiate V4 and for the life of me, it just doesn't seem to connect but for once in a blue moon. Does anyone else have this issue? Seriously, quality of the lightsabers are top notch, love them, but the software is pretty Chinese MMORPG.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on September 02, 2017, 07:40:00 PM
I'm a Win 10 user since August 14, and the first thing I tried was connecting my sabers. Don't know why, but any of the problems mentioned with Win 10 are completely non-existent for me :-\ Installed the 1.04 version (NOT the Diamond software), activated my Archon, plugged it in and started the software. Connection took place almost immediately...on a front USB 2.0 port. No hub, no recognition problems, nothing...quite odd, since there are many reports about problems with Win 10....so I can't come up with solutions for possible issues...disappointing for me.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Valefor on September 03, 2017, 12:15:29 AM
I'm a Win 10 user since August 14, and the first thing I tried was connecting my sabers. Don't know why, but any of the problems mentioned with Win 10 are completely non-existent for me :-\ Installed the 1.04 version (NOT the Diamond software), activated my Archon, plugged it in and started the software. Connection took place almost immediately...on a front USB 2.0 port. No hub, no recognition problems, nothing...quite odd, since there are many reports about problems with Win 10....so I can't come up with solutions for possible issues...disappointing for me.
That makes sense though. You're using a front 2.0 point which is likely tied to hardware bound to the case, or that particular board, more than a modern 2.0 system. Most newer PCs won't have that, and won't have the legacy drivers required to run this. Ultrasabers really needs to update their stuff, it's borderline false advertising.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: DarthMirage on September 03, 2017, 01:10:02 AM
Thank you for your reply Mirage. I tried to exhaust all of my options before bothering again. So here's my repro steps.

(EDIT: Further Repro steps + System)
System: Win 10 Current 9.2.2017 High end dev pc (No point in putting specs for this application)

Connected Methods tried.
-Diconnected lightsaber, plugged in lightsaber to pc, turned on
-Plugged into pc with lightsaber on
-Connect/Disconnect, while on/off
-Connected to hub while on/off
-Connected to extension cable while on/off
-Connected through DAW Controller while on/off
-Connected through 3.0 hub, just to check

Computer recognizes device every time, software does not.
I got the newer version. I attempted to connect on USB 3.0,2.0 and even 1.0 via an ancient extension cable. No dice. Does the newer software only work with newer sabers? I've got an Initiate V4 and for the life of me, it just doesn't seem to connect but for once in a blue moon. Does anyone else have this issue? Seriously, quality of the lightsabers are top notch, love them, but the software is pretty Chinese MMORPG.
CHINESE MMORPG LMAO!! I had that problem before I updated, but after wards it connected almost instantaneously, but then took a while to load everything, but as the video tutorial mentions it'll connect faster after it recognizes what's being connected. I'm also using Win7 as an OS and don't know how that affects things. Wish I could help ya more!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Therion Jinn on September 03, 2017, 01:59:37 AM
Valefor,
One thing I've seen with my machine is that the software will ONLY work if run as Administrator (right click the icon, select 'run as  administrator')
And that only works if you power the saber on before starting the software


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on September 04, 2017, 09:49:14 AM
That makes sense though. You're using a front 2.0 point which is likely tied to hardware bound to the case, or that particular board, more than a modern 2.0 system. Most newer PCs won't have that, and won't have the legacy drivers required to run this. Ultrasabers really needs to update their stuff, it's borderline false advertising.

Well, I have a more or less completely new PC - new MB, new drivers etc. Only the case is the same. The ports on the case are connected to the board, but you may be right, the legacy could be a problem on some boards and BIOS. Maybe I'm lucky, having an AMD BIOS and MB which supports legacy drivers better than others...

I'm with you, US should find a solution for that since the problem becomes bigger with more and more users switching to Win X...


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Therion Jinn on September 04, 2017, 04:25:13 PM
I'd also make sure you have at least one USB 2.0 port to plug into.
Mine HATES trying to connect through the USB 3.0 port


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Valefor on September 05, 2017, 03:06:42 PM
Thank you all for your replies. Unfortunately I've tried all the steps mentioned. 2.0 port, ect.

As to your question Mirage, OS matters a ton. Different operating systems have different ways they interpret Human Interface Devices. And windows XP's drivers were retired as legacy in 2015. So, any system past 2015 will not have legacy drivers available. Ultrasabers unfortunately must update their software or they risk alienating all future customers from use of their software. It's a simple fact of life. I wish I could get away with letting my software go legacy, but I'd lose my job frankly :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Therion Jinn on September 06, 2017, 02:53:41 AM
My machine was upgraded from 8 to 10, likely why I can get it to work


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Valefor on September 06, 2017, 04:02:11 PM
OK! Got it to work. Here's the solution for anyone that has this situation.

- The issue is the board doesn't have enough power to register as a USB device for 3.0, and in 2.0 it barely qualifies.
- The solution is to do FRESH BATTERIES right away, then put it into a self powered USB. It recognized it instantly.

I had to test it with networking hardware tools and found it was putting out so little that it wasn't picking up. A watch battery on the board could have resolved this. But that's the issue. Perhaps later sound boards will have connective power. Thank you all for your assistance, and I hope this information helps someone else!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: DarthMirage on September 06, 2017, 04:07:57 PM
Thank you all for your replies. Unfortunately I've tried all the steps mentioned. 2.0 port, ect.

As to your question Mirage, OS matters a ton. Different operating systems have different ways they interpret Human Interface Devices. And windows XP's drivers were retired as legacy in 2015. So, any system past 2015 will not have legacy drivers available. Ultrasabers unfortunately must update their software or they risk alienating all future customers from use of their software. It's a simple fact of life. I wish I could get away with letting my software go legacy, but I'd lose my job frankly :)
Thank you for the information and reply back! Glad to hear you managed to fix the problem!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Therion Jinn on September 07, 2017, 02:45:47 AM
Good to hear you found a fix


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: dark_dreamer on December 13, 2017, 07:38:44 AM
I am a little confused.
I have the emerald driver and I have downloaded app for windows from the first post of this thread.
it is announced as v4. While installing it says version 2.4.2
and after  update it reports as v 1.0.3

which is the real version ?

and is this the real thread to download the recent app ?

because I have another app installed on my pc previously. it is named "obsidian launcher" and reports version 3.x

which is the correct app  ?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: DarthMirage on December 25, 2017, 11:02:44 PM
I am a little confused.
I have the emerald driver and I have downloaded app for windows from the first post of this thread.
it is announced as v4. While installing it says version 2.4.2
and after  update it reports as v 1.0.3

which is the real version ?

and is this the real thread to download the recent app ?

because I have another app installed on my pc previously. it is named "obsidian launcher" and reports version 3.x

which is the correct app  ?
Did you follow the instructions to update the software?
-Close program
-Go to the folder you installed the program
-Look for the application called "MaintenanceTool"
-Run as Administrator
-Choose update components
-Then hit next and follow the prompts
You may encounter some files that can't be removed, just hit ignore.
Just finished updating myself and it says it's at 2.42, the current version.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Snipah on January 18, 2018, 02:56:02 AM
I'm interested to know why you have to go that route?
An enhancement would be-----
~pop up window~
There is an update to this software!
Do you wish to update Yes/No
Hit yes program updates and restarts??????


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: diablogod on February 17, 2018, 04:46:49 PM
i have the raven with the v3 soundboard, i know only 1 font can be on bank but how do i change that fon in launcher wont let me upload any other fonts


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Rapine on February 17, 2018, 04:56:09 PM
You need to download a new font first diablogod. :)

Save in a good spot on your PC, then find it with the launcher when it's time.

You can start here: http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?board=36.0 (http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?board=36.0)  US has some good ones, but there are also a lot of good ones made by members here. :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: diablogod on February 17, 2018, 05:12:25 PM
ive saved a font but when i try to put it in the launcher nothing happens


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Rapine on February 17, 2018, 05:43:13 PM
Have you watched the entire "how to" video?

First be sure you're connected to your Obsidian board, and not your Emerald.  The Obsidian will have a black side.  Next, be sure you're in the Obsidian part of the launcher, and not the Emerald Driver one. 

If you click on "Sounds Wizard", then double click on each sound file slot, it should open a new window...

You'd have to do that for each sound, and don't forget to "write to board" when you're done.

If you're doing all of that, and still have issues, I'd suggest an email.

Hopefully this helps.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on February 17, 2018, 06:23:52 PM
And you need to unzip the files before loading them into the launcher!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Rapine on February 17, 2018, 06:26:47 PM
Ahhh yes - that too.

An important step.

Thanks Rac. 

diablogod, be sure to remember the folder you unzip it to.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Jemmer on April 10, 2018, 07:01:36 AM
Hi gang. I have a Manticore CE with Emerald and Obsidian v4. SO i was plonking around in my v2.45 launcher today in the Obsidian Sound Board section. I noticed "Driver Config", and realized I'd never noticed that before. I opened it and there is a changeable setting "VBATT". Mine was set to 7.4 and I can adjust as high as 9.0. Now I have the RGBW 10V battery setup. So I can guess what VBATT is for, but can anyone please confirm what VBATT adjusts? I cannot find any documentation that defines "VBATT".

My guess is it changes the voltage draw from the batteries to either the LEDs, or to the speaker. Am I close?

Cheers and thanks for any help.
 


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on April 10, 2018, 05:46:12 PM
Emerald never has a 10V setup. It's always two 3.7V Li-Ion batteries for Emerald (unless I missed something new on their line-up). So, I don't recommend messing with the VBATT setting. It defines which power source is built in the saber, so the setting "7.4" is the setup for Ultrasabers' Li-Ion setup. If you have a different setup, for example by using a different LED which requires different voltage or different Li-Ion batteries, you have to adjust that setting. It will change the way the board handles that power source.

@RSX or Deep/Ultra: I hope that's right - for the most part. Could you confirm or correct?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Jemmer on April 11, 2018, 08:16:18 AM
Sorry. Fat finger syndrome. "10V" was supposed to read 10W.   Battery config is -  LedEngin RGBW-10W (LZ4-20MD10)

Thanks for the reply. Much appreciated.

You seem to have some insight, so any ideas where I can obtain documentation that explains the various settings? And instruction book or pdf perhaps?

Thanks.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on April 11, 2018, 05:49:20 PM
Unfortunately not. As the sabers are pre-configured before shipping, you normally don't have to change those settings and thus there aren't any public instructions that I'm aware of. However, I could try to give you some info if you have a screenshot available. Don't have my saber connected due to taped battery contacts (leftover from my latest holiday away from home, it sometimes just activates on its own :D haven't removed them yet), so no access to the Driver config - otherwise I would've done it with my launcher...


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: sdoran657 on August 07, 2018, 12:44:53 AM
having trouble downloading launcher to my computer. i keep getting an error code. has anyone else had this problem?  :( please help

 


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Therion Jinn on August 07, 2018, 02:47:57 AM
What version of Windows are you running?
And what browser are you using for the download?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: sarge133 on August 10, 2018, 03:46:28 AM
So when i click Sounds Wizard, the box comes up TINY, I can't see any fonts or edit them.

https://i.imgur.com/yBSUiCl.png (https://i.imgur.com/yBSUiCl.png)

I am using v1.03 on Windows 10

EDIT: NVM, i figured it out. Though now the text is tiny on my 4k monitor, hmm


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on August 10, 2018, 07:21:26 PM
I would suggest an update of the launcher as well. Use the Maintenance Tool for that. v2.45 is the latest build of the launcher.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: sarge133 on August 11, 2018, 12:25:52 AM
Browser is updated (my stupid mistake) but now, the text is TINY!

https://imgur.com/vsLGPJD (https://imgur.com/vsLGPJD)

also, the windows are still VERY small, NEAR unusable. Is there any fix to this??

https://imgur.com/a/5K2tHDv (https://imgur.com/a/5K2tHDv)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Khaalis on August 11, 2018, 05:15:46 AM
Ok, so first time I've tried to hook my sabers up in a few years (last was before the release of Diamond). I wanted to do some color and sound changes as I was getting a bit bored with the current settings.  Both sabers are Obsidian v3/Emerald setups from back in 2013 and last hanges I made were probably lake 2014.

I tried to use Obsidian 3.2.1 which was what I had installed. NO JOY. Refused to recognize the devices. So I uninstalled and downloaded/installed the new launcher on 2 Windows 7 PCs. Installs and updates (both as Admin) went fine.

Still - Neither PC will recognize either of the sabers as connected.  Neither machine asked about drivers and I don't see any activity as if a new USB device was being added.  I find it hard to believe there is a problem with the cable as cable issues are rare but I have ordered new standard USB2/Mini-USB cables, but I cannot for the life of me figure why else it may be refusing to see either saber on 2 different PCs. Also to note, I've used at least 4 different USB ports that I know work (tested with other devices).

Has anyone else ever run into this?  What are the specific drivers I should be looking for? Maybe if I manually uninstall/reinstall drivers on Win7 I might get connection?

Any other thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

EDIT: Speaking of the cable, shouldn't Any USB 2/USB 2 MiniB cable work or is there something special about the one US sells?

EDIT 2: Using USBDeview, connecting/disconnecting shows no activity. Its like no USB device is being added. (Same on both PCs so I'm thinking cable...)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on August 11, 2018, 05:50:12 PM
First, make sure the saber is on when you connect it. Then, check the Device Manager if it updates when you plug in the saber. That means Windows is somehow recognizing a new connection. If it doesn't do anything, check the Device Manager for any problems (yellow triangles) after connecting the saber. If you see somehting like this, right-click the device, choose "Properties" and then "Update Driver". That should reinstall the driver - it's an on-board HID driver from Windows, no third-party drivers are needed here.

And no, not all USB cables work. It needs to be able to transfer data - there are cables which only have power wires, but no data wires. Those will not work.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Khaalis on August 12, 2018, 03:14:55 AM
First, make sure the saber is on when you connect it. Then, check the Device Manager if it updates when you plug in the saber. That means Windows is somehow recognizing a new connection. If it doesn't do anything, check the Device Manager for any problems (yellow triangles) after connecting the saber. If you see somehting like this, right-click the device, choose "Properties" and then "Update Driver". That should reinstall the driver - it's an on-board HID driver from Windows, no third-party drivers are needed here.

And no, not all USB cables work. It needs to be able to transfer data - there are cables which only have power wires, but no data wires. Those will not work.
That must be the problem is the cable. I'll test again when I "know" I have a data cable because I'm an IT guy and I've explored every possible windows route and the system simply doesn't recognize a device being added. So thanks for the tips though.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on August 12, 2018, 06:05:14 PM
Looking forward to your results! The cables from Ultrasabers are definitely working, if you shouldn't find one.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher - Won't update
Post by: Steepcurve on September 13, 2018, 01:19:09 AM
Hi all... I've been attempting to install the launcher on my PC, which is running Windows 7 Professional.  I can get it to install (and I install it as administrator), and then it will connect to my Obsidian board (which I believe is a V3).  However, if I attempt to update the software and download the latest fonts by going to the Start Button>Ultrasabers>maintenance, it sees an update, downloads it but then during the install, it throws a message that says:  Installer Error:  Error during installation process (com.ultrasabers.launcher):  Error while extracting 'installer://com.ultrasabers.launcher/2.45Application.7z': internal code: E_FAIL

Once this happens, the application appears to be damaged.  The application will have disappeared from my desktop and start menu.  In the uninstall software window, the application shows, and can be uninstalled.

Then I have to reinstall the whole thing - but I cannot update it, or the same thing will happen. 

All I really wanted to do was get some new fonts to play with.  What am I doing wrong?

Update:  This time I made sure to run the update "as administrator" and it processed.  Unfortunately, now my saber won't light up or make noise... I'm thinking it needs a charge... so I'll report back after I deal with that...


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher - Won't update
Post by: Rashimotosan on September 22, 2018, 01:13:58 PM
Hi all... I've been attempting to install the launcher on my PC, which is running Windows 7 Professional.  I can get it to install (and I install it as administrator), and then it will connect to my Obsidian board (which I believe is a V3).  However, if I attempt to update the software and download the latest fonts by going to the Start Button>Ultrasabers>maintenance, it sees an update, downloads it but then during the install, it throws a message that says:  Installer Error:  Error during installation process (com.ultrasabers.launcher):  Error while extracting 'installer://com.ultrasabers.launcher/2.45Application.7z': internal code: E_FAIL

Once this happens, the application appears to be damaged.  The application will have disappeared from my desktop and start menu.  In the uninstall software window, the application shows, and can be uninstalled.

Then I have to reinstall the whole thing - but I cannot update it, or the same thing will happen. 

All I really wanted to do was get some new fonts to play with.  What am I doing wrong?

Update:  This time I made sure to run the update "as administrator" and it processed.  Unfortunately, now my saber won't light up or make noise... I'm thinking it needs a charge... so I'll report back after I deal with that...

This happened to me earlier. When the battery charge is too low it acts wonky when you connect it. That's likely it. Also make sure you're turning it on before you've connected! Keep us posted on what happens!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: scifidude79 on September 22, 2018, 01:28:17 PM
Yeah, the update thing doesn't work. I don't know why. What I did to solve this issue was to download the latest launcher from here:

http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=34473.0 (http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=34473.0)

I know it says Diamond, but it works fine for Obsidian and Emerald.

Someone with the authority to fix things around here needs to put the download link for the 2.45 launcher in the first post of this thread. The update error is causing a lot of unnecessary problems that could be fixed by simply updating this thread.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Infinit01 on September 22, 2018, 01:49:57 PM
Yeah, the update thing doesn't work. I don't know why. What I did to solve this issue was to download the latest launcher from here:

[url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=34473.0[/url] ([url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=34473.0[/url])

I know it says Diamond, but it works fine for Obsidian and Emerald.

Someone with the authority to fix things around here needs to put the download link for the 2.45 launcher in the first post of this thread. The update error is causing a lot of unnecessary problems that could be fixed by simply updating this thread.


Agreed. Would make finding the latest software easier


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on September 22, 2018, 07:12:14 PM
Updated the link and added the usual "Run as admin" comment! Thanks for the suggestion :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Infinit01 on September 22, 2018, 08:15:21 PM
Updated the link and added the usual "Run as admin" comment! Thanks for the suggestion :)

Ask and we shall receive, thanks for being on top of things as usual, Racona! Have a point!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on September 22, 2018, 08:43:41 PM
I thought about it myself, actually. But I never found time to search the link :P Thankfully we have capable members who assist us and provide us with information :D Point!


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Rashimotosan on September 22, 2018, 09:15:27 PM
Yeah, the update thing doesn't work. I don't know why. What I did to solve this issue was to download the latest launcher from here:

[url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=34473.0[/url] ([url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=34473.0[/url])

I know it says Diamond, but it works fine for Obsidian and Emerald.

Someone with the authority to fix things around here needs to put the download link for the 2.45 launcher in the first post of this thread. The update error is causing a lot of unnecessary problems that could be fixed by simply updating this thread.


Ah yes! I had to do this too. I had gotten confused cuz I thought the diamond update was ONLY for diamond boards. That should be clearer I agree. Hopefully charged battery and a software update should rectify all that


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: scifidude79 on September 22, 2018, 09:20:04 PM
Updated the link and added the usual "Run as admin" comment! Thanks for the suggestion :)

Thanks, Rac! That will help alleviate a lot of the confusion, I think.


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on September 22, 2018, 09:36:35 PM
I think so, too. Let's see how that will develop...


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: scifidude79 on September 22, 2018, 10:13:03 PM
Well, I just meant as far as the whole download and update thing. There will always be questions to answer, which is just fine. :)


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Infinit01 on September 22, 2018, 11:28:25 PM
Well, I just meant as far as the whole download and update thing. There will always be questions to answer, which is just fine. :)

Agreed, as long as the act of finding what to download is figured out, that may answer a lot of questions even though there will still be questions to be answered


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on September 24, 2018, 06:52:27 PM
Just tell me when you need other changes or updates. I'll try to have my eye on everything, but you know...the more eyes, the better :P


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Axeman0110 on April 28, 2019, 04:02:15 AM
I downloaded from the v4 Launcher button, but the Launcher says v2.45. What's up with that?


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on April 28, 2019, 05:25:35 PM
It's normal and the correct version. The "old" Obsidian Launcher (before Emerald and Diamond) was for the sound boards, and the "v4" just means it was suitable for the v3 and v4 versions of the Obsidian sound board.

The new software is released under the name "UltraSabers Launcher" since this one is suitable for Emerald and Diamond as well. And its latest version is 2.45, that's the difference in version numbers.

PS: Changed the topic name to get rid of any possible confusion!


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Axeman0110 on April 29, 2019, 03:55:21 AM
Thanks for the info!  :)


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Swardheld on June 09, 2019, 06:06:48 PM
Hi All,

I'm running Windows 10 and I've installed the 2.45 version of the Launcher software. My Sabre is running the SLD4 (serial number 140...) of the Emerald sound board.
On the Obsidian sound board tab, I can read from and write to the board. However when I choose the Emerald LED driver, I cannot write to the board. The button won't "click".

Any ideas on how I can fix this?

Thanks!


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Therion Jinn on June 09, 2019, 06:17:30 PM
The Emerald board has it's own USB port.
The one from the Obsidian chip won't access it.
Need to make sure that, to access the Emerald stuff, that you're actually plugged into the Emerald board


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Swardheld on June 09, 2019, 07:26:02 PM
The Emerald board has it's own USB port.
The one from the Obsidian chip won't access it.
Need to make sure that, to access the Emerald stuff, that you're actually plugged into the Emerald board

Awesome! I completely forgot there was a second USB port. Thanks!!


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Therion Jinn on June 10, 2019, 01:21:10 AM
No worries, Swardheld


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: DreadShadowcat on October 06, 2019, 05:12:50 PM
ok new here 2 things 1. so i have my saber and i downloaded this software. it says diamond users have a big update waiting for them but i dont see how to do the update 2. the screen for the software is tiny and far less than intuitive so not sure how to use it


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: DreadShadowcat on October 07, 2019, 04:22:19 AM
i run it as admin pluging in my raven causes it to make the connected sound but launcher dosent say it is. iim new to this and really do not understand it that well yet.


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Racona Nova on October 07, 2019, 06:30:32 PM
It could be that you already have the most recent Diamond firmware and thus you aren't able to upgrade it via the software (normally you have a button on the left of the "Main" tab saying "Firmware Update" which checks for newer firmware versions). I assume you have a Diamond saber, right?

Could you post a picture of the screen and the message, please? With and without your saber connected.


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Tyrannosaur87 on December 30, 2019, 05:31:35 AM
Newbie here. Received a Bellicose with the V4 Obsidian board for Christmas. Downloaded the launcher, ran as administrator and all that jazz, however when I connect my saber to my laptop, I keep receiving a notification that the device has malfunctioned and can't be read. I've done literally every possible fix on the PC end of things (Windows 10 OS) but I haven't been able to get through. Any help would be much appreciated


Title: Re: Obsidian v4 Windows Launcher
Post by: Darth Griff on December 31, 2019, 11:51:15 AM
The soundboard comes pre-installed with 8 sound fonts, one of them is a "silent" font. You change into configuration mode, then circle through the sound fonts until you get to the "Silence" font (the last one) and confirm that. How to switch into config mode etc. is explained in the Obsidian v4 intro video :)
My first ‘premium sound’ sabre arrived today (package says so). I pulled the tab and got the ‘obsidian’ sound as ive seen on youtube. Only seems to have ‘lite’ sound. Only start up, clash, swoosh and lock up, power down. Pushing the button while off to activate sound font just starts it up etc.

So what gives, failed to pre load at the factory, or what.

Total noob first sabre here...


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Darth Griff on January 01, 2020, 12:45:45 AM
The plot thickens...

Downloaded the soundfont app and plugged the saber in, says it doesnt support multiple fonts.

So does ‘premium sound’ mean and ‘obsidian’ soundboard that has the ability to be altered by downloading 1 sound an overwriting the one sound that is on it?

Thats how im reading into it now. Which is cool by me.


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Darth Griff on January 01, 2020, 02:01:37 AM
PS. When i try "load from file" i can see my "default obsidian sound font", but when i double click on it it pops up with 'no items match your search'.


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Darth Griff on January 01, 2020, 02:52:58 AM
Woohoo fixed it!!

Got my daughters Mac out and found default within the app.



Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Darth Lokin on February 02, 2020, 06:14:42 PM
Quick question, does this work with a Chromebook as well with the Chrome operating system or is there a different launcher for that? Thanks.


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Purzelkater on February 03, 2020, 02:34:50 AM
so i have my saber and i downloaded this software. it says diamond users have a big update waiting for them but i dont see how to do the update
Had this too, after the first installation. But the update message has gone now and no updates anymore. Seems like this had been a misleading message, now corrected.


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: Cyclops942 on February 03, 2020, 06:12:59 PM
Quick question, does this work with a Chromebook as well with the Chrome operating system or is there a different launcher for that? Thanks.

Windows and Mac are the only versions of which I am aware.


Title: Re: UltraSabers Launcher v2.45 Windows Launcher
Post by: DarthSyronimus on February 03, 2020, 11:13:30 PM
Had this too, after the first installation. But the update message has gone now and no updates anymore. Seems like this had been a misleading message, now corrected.

FWIW, I PM'd RSX and got a response on 1/31/2020:
We will also remove the banner in the main tab of the lancher - as that announcement was referring to an older update.