Training Gear: Digimon Link Pendulum 1.5 | Nurture Train Battle

[hot yarrow]

It just loads a new Digimon. Doesn't change the firmware

[eager harbor]

@hot yarrow has leveled up! (2 ➜ 3)

[hot yarrow]

Yeah I backed up the firmware and tried loading it, all it does is hatch a new Digimon

[stray roost]

It shouldn't hatch any new Digimon. It'll go through the waiting screen like usual, then the DL screen should pop up

So, once you installed the mod, did you then take that DIM out and back up the file that was in it?

Because that's the file that you need, not the original DIM file

[hot yarrow]

Yes I did that too

That method just reinstalls the new firmware

I guess I'm just stuck with the older version

[trim pivot]

Hmm, not sure what’s happening in your case, as it wouldn’t reinstall the firmware either. If you used the restore, it will either take you back to the base firmware or give you a VB mismatch message midway through the restore if you’re using it on the wrong device, and you’ll be left with the firmware you started with before putting in the restore.

A note for anyone this may help: during the last two update periods there weren’t many cases of people making mistakes with their restores. However, with this most recent update to Pendulum 1.1, there have been slightly more cases of user restore mistakes and in one special case a DIM writing error. Because of this, I believe it’s now best to recommend that everyone designate a special DIM/VS DIM just to keep the restore on at all times, as well as keep a backup on your computer if you want the extra protection.

That’s what Dtathemes and I do, and since we both originally got locked out during Beta testing of Ver. 1, neither of us has been locked out again. I personally keep my restore DIM in a special spot in my DIM case, separate from the others, so I always know exactly which one it is.

If you don't have any extra DIMS available you can purchase a cheap DIM pack for $5 just for the purpose of using as a restore container and you can use the other DIM for generally modding if you'd like.

https://www.amazon.com/Vital-Hero-Card-Volcanic-Blizzard/dp/B0B27JZJT4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=WVL010UYV0Q&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Lq_kls2AlNB2mwRcllQ5-fz5CvsBj5U7oAlHbTWFlDm4E6ej92AELRfacHyxyWPEVfhrd4OaqF3QUeJPrRa8KxMrUEAenondnKtgRXYH7bFUFOTTYFiRArqx2hYfr477vqn8l8ITjL9Vf6ivqIytXjSAYgfGQUAkrWhCMBw1ljUTAEnNr37Ph_D3DHziPgJ0w7EN1yNqnUmqNmOpQ9Z5KnnDF_YGuUwWtsW38NHvlRDnZTccUWtb9omqTYBH6r2Ps1hiWJjA2Llf5GhtbFpawOEm-zvghguBFg6Ntdj1uV8.wZL4kRfPftnq7aVfpdS0aLk0sH8c7Evk7Du8ScDZ8H8&dib_tag=se&keywords=Vital+Hero&qid=1757623712&sprefix=vital+hero%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-1

You might be able to find some cheap DIMs for this use on Aliexspress as well

The Infinite Tide pack is $2.25

[lunar lantern]

im trying to restore my vital hero using what should be the base firmware, it has failed three times now saying "error: restore failed" with a red X, at about 50% of the restore

[dim magnet]

Wrong backup for the version currently installed, probably

[lunar lantern]

was i supposed to make a second backup at some point? i just have the base firmware

oh and im on the pedulum version, first release. i was trying to put the recent update on the watch

[dim magnet]

If you currently have the mod installed, restore it using the Dim you installed it with

When it's back to stock, you can install the update

[gray coral]

got these from ebay, just gotta wait now

[quartz valley]

i found f to m cables that i jerry rigged into being f to f by opening the end, cutting the male piece off, and closing the end back up. will report if this works for funsies

[quartz valley]

can i use the same vs memory card to mod another vh? or is it unique to mine

i'm trying to get my coworkers to try this with me and i wanna know if i can do it easily with one vs memory

[dim magnet]

You can but you need to make sure you have a good read of your backup and store it in a safe place

[quartz valley]

heard

[quartz valley]

so for the backup, if they're all vh, fresh out of the box, would those files be identical?

[dim magnet]

Not really

They are tied to each device's ID

Not interchangeable, and it's mostly so you can't restore the wrong variant to a device since the backup data is sparse

[hot yarrow]

Hey guys I'm going to be selling my programmer I made. If anyone is interested it's enclosed as well. It has the short board on it too.

Dm me if you're interested

[vast trout]

Dunno if this is intentional, but it seems evolving refreshes lost hearts

[trim pivot]

Yup, that's how it functions. The process of evolving revitalizes your Digimon's Digi-Core

[trim pivot]

I’m posting this because since my last comment recommending reserving a DIM card, I’ve noticed more questions and misunderstandings about how the restore process works. In that earlier post I didn’t explain in detail how it functions, and with recent firmware lockouts happening, I want to break it down clearly here. I’ll also be adding this more detailed explanation to the manual via future update.

How restores actually work

When you create a backup “restore file” during the Digimon Link installation, it is tied solely to the specific VH unit it was made from. It is not universal. The file is essentially a copy of your unique device and its ID settings. If you try to use it on a different VH, you’ll get an error.

Even for the same VH, the restore is not universal. Each restore corresponds to the exact Digimon Link firmware version installed at the time. That means you cannot take one restore file, set it aside, and expect it to uninstall multiple Digimon Link versions on the same VH in the future.

Every time you install a new version of Digimon Link, a new unique restore file will be created, and you’ll need that specific file to revert to base settings. If you overwrite or lose the restore file, you’ll be locked into your current firmware. Your Digimon Link will still run normally, but you won’t be able to install new updates.

Backing up your restore file

Originally, we suggested backing it up to your computer with Mr. Blinky or other writing software, to free up your DIM/VS DIM. While this does work, it isn’t 100% reliable as mistakes can happen, files can get mislabeled, etc. Just last week, someone’s restore files were corrupted during transfer. Corrupted writes are rare, but they can happen.

Because of this and recent activity, it's now recommended that the safest method is to keep a physical dedicated DIM or VS DIM for restores only.

Recommended process

Install Digimon Link.

Take the DIM/VS DIM you used for installation and set it aside.

Mark it clearly as your restore DIM, and don’t use it for anything else. If you have multiple VH with Digimon Link, make sure each restore is labeled or place it somewhere that'll identify/represent the correct VH it came from.

(Optional) Back it up to your computer as extra insurance.

That’s it. Personally, Dtathemes and I just keep our physical restore DIMs set aside, and we’ve never been locked into firmware, since doing that despite restoring and installing dozens of times during beta testing.

If you don’t have a spare DIM for this, you can pick up a standard 2 DIM pack. They’re currently available on Amazon for around $2–5. Any DIM can be used for backups and installation, just like the VS DIM.

[hasty current]

So if I updated without creating a brand new restore, am I locked in to this update?

[dim magnet]

The backup is automatic. The advice before was to save a copy of that to your computer, then you can do whatever with the Dim. Now the advice is to do that, but not overwrite the Dim with anything else

[stray roost]

When using the update memory, is there a difference to which button you press on the splash screen to confirm. As in when you see Triceramon.

[dim magnet]

Generally use the bottom button

[hasty current]

Gooootcha! Thanks!

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dim magnet (current: #2 - 554)

[candid thistle]

thank god i'm very paranoid about this kind of stuff. I have a folder that is just multiple backups with different dates on 'em so i know what's what

[brisk mortar]

I’ll second comics approach of just not touching the original dim you used to add this mod. Although I’ve backed up the file I’m still not ever using that dim for anything but keeping the most current restore.

[hasty current]

I'm gonna double check that I did my due diligence when I get home. Pretty sure I only ever used the 1 vs DiM to install the mod

[somber mist]

Question about sleepy. Do the mons automatically sleep? There isn't a way to actually make them sleep, right?

[dim magnet]

No, that's the original Vital Bracelet. Every VB since Digivice V uses manual sleep

[somber mist]

Gotcha

How do we activate it in the mod? I've tried holding down the first button when the Zzz is above my mon's head but nothing

Manual doesn't really say anything, just that sleepy is a thing

[vast trout]

Hold A and B

[somber mist]

Ahh

Well I feel silly

[lunar lantern]

looks like im gonna need another vh for the latest update, i wasnt careful enough downloading the Pendulum update, i used a different dim than the first time which i dont even remember, and i didnt keep the backup file it created

[hasty current]

Ouch. I barely lucked out and still had the backup on my Vs DiM. I restarted everything though, repatched, re-stored.

[warm cloud]

Hey I turned off sound and put my digimon to sleep but it still keeps beeping every few minutes. Any idea how to resolve this? Idk why he can even alert me while sleeping

[dim magnet]

Do you have an alarm set? That always sounds, so if you don't actually dismiss the alarm, it'll just keep on snoozing

[warm cloud]

🫡

Thank you. I messed with that setting and forgot about it

Also... I didnt see this in the FAQ but are there plans to add BEM support or to add these mods to a BE later?

[warm cloud]

I see. Thanks

[trim pivot]

No plans for porting this to the BE or any other VB for various reasons.

One, the BE has space limitations that prevent all of Digimon Link’s features from being implemented. If it were ported, it would end up being a watered down version.

Two, there’s the matter of practicality for a two-person team. Over the last 6 months we’ve been able to deliver two major releases of Digimon Link, along with quick bug fixes, by focusing all our efforts on one system. That wouldn’t have been possible if we split our attention across all 5 types of VBs, since porting is a project in itself with each VB having different firmwares to work around.

And finally, updates and bug fixes would be unsustainable if Digimon Link were ported to multiple devices. We’ve had requests to port since the beginning, but I chose to build up and not out. If we had gone down the route of porting, all the features that are currently enjoyed in Digimon Link Pendulum wouldn’t exist. We’d instead have basic Ver. 1 on multiple VBs with no plans of adding anything new and fun, as there would be no time, funds, or capacity to do it.

By focusing on the VH, a device I chose for the practicality of its easy availability, we’ve been able to deliver polished and reliable results.

[warm cloud]

I see. Thanks

It would be cool if we could expand custom dims to work on this device then. I’d love to see those bigger rosters but I can see if it needs to stay limited due to it just being what it is

And it’s not a complaint. It’s fun what you all accomplished. I wanna be able to put my BE to rest and make this my main VB experience but without 1/3 my dims I can’t really do it unfortunately unless somehow there’s a way to work it all out

[cyan geyser]

Yeah, bigger rosters and the additional unlock conditions the BE have feel like the only real advantages it has over the VH now with all the awesome features in this mod.

Bigger rosters would be great but I far prefer the gameplay with training gear

That said, there's some really cool stuff people have done with custom dims like adding multiple rookies to switch things up. Still smaller rosters overall but they definitely feel different than the typical dim card

[vast trout]

really wanna make some adventure-only dims, if only to kinda sorta go in on personal dim rosters without having to think too hard on actual gameplay

[zenith otter]

Are dp hp and ap set?

[dim magnet]

They are defined by the Dim

[zenith otter]

Oh okay

I am using the medarot dim

[dim magnet]

There are things you can do to affect some of the stats in battle

[zenith otter]

Yeah I am super close to printing the manual 🤣

[zenith otter]

Sorry as this is the first time I own one of these devices and went straight to the pendulum mod as it seemed super fun, the hearts like that is a bad thing?

[eager harbor]

@zenith otter has leveled up! (3 ➜ 4)

[quartz valley]

i think if your digimon is injured you can do an insta heal

[zenith otter]

I tried but it was not

[turbid notch]

And more critial lose and will die, my fellow tamer :x

Better let ot sleep till tomorrow :'v

[zenith otter]

You sure? He seems happy 🤔

[stray roost]

Think of them as wounds, he's happy but needs rest to heal up.
Let him get 8 hours and they will fill back up

[zenith otter]

Got it, thanks!

[frank shard]

i got mine today but i got class work to do💔

[sudden oracle]

the video confused me so you have to have something to attach from the dim card to the computer you cant do it straght on to the dm braclete its self

[dim magnet]

Yes

There is no direct connection with the computer on most toys

[sudden oracle]

ok thank very much

[sinful obsidian]

thanks again everyone involved, i love the mod, is there a place to donate?

[fiery vale]

For cyanic, you can take a look at his other projects, there should be a ko-fi link.
For Comic Munch, I'm not sure? I didn't find anything here.

[cyan geyser]

That was something I was thinking about the other day. If the folks leading this project ever want to open up donations, I'm sure people would contribute

[hasty current]

I'd throw a couple bucks in the tip jar for sure

[trim pivot]

We really appreciate the support, everyone If people genuinely want to contribute, we can look into setting up a shared Digimon Link donation page where contributions are split evenly across the dev team. That way it stays fair for everyone who worked on the project. Really appreciate the thought, and we’re so glad you’re enjoying Digimon Link

[cyan geyser]

I'm interested!

[crude reef]

Please do, at this point with all the effort, time and talent that's gone into the project I feel like I'm stealing from you guys!

[cyan geyser]

I can't find it in the manual - what happens when you adventure in the capsule digimon dim? Is it just a different background?

I can't remember if it changes encounters or gets progress on the other dim or anything

[zenith otter]

So just before I go into a training spree, every 10 Power trophies I get a boost to DP and AP, does it stacks?

Nvm found the info already, off to train I go LMAO

[dim magnet]

You get to run through the adventure mode of the other card, although the random encounters will still be from the current card

[cyan geyser]

If I haven't some l completed the stage 15 encounter would it get progress towards my own card then, even if it's the adventure of the other?

[dim magnet]

The adventure unlock is associated with the card you finished, while the adventure progress is associated with your current mon

[cyan geyser]

Oh neat! Cool, thanks

[round venture]

Hey guys

So Ummm

Is this only available for the Vital Hero model? Or it can also work with the BE Model?

[quartz valley]

so for the hardware it's basically gonna be this stuff here

[quartz valley]

it's a vital hero mod

[round venture]

Why is it only specifically for the Viral Hero though?

[quartz valley]

but the good news is a vital hero is like 10 on average on amazon right now

[quartz valley]

some coding limitations

they're ever so slightly different

so they can't run on things like the be

[round venture]

BE is the latest model and it isn’t possible?

[quartz valley]

the mod was made with the vh in mind

it's actually really neat

[round venture]

Can you still wear the VH around when you modded it?

[round venture]

But that model is so old now

It’s outdated

[quartz valley]

yea you can

[quartz valley]

i mean to be fair, it's not that much older than the be

[round venture]

I see. I thought it’ll end up like some sort of machinery amalgamation.

[candid thistle]

unironically, the mod makes the VH on par with the BE as far as features are concerned

[quartz valley]

no it's all software

[candid thistle]

if not better

[quartz valley]

watch the video! it describes the stuff pretty well @round venture

[round venture]

On par or superior?

BRUHHH THEY HAVE ENGLISH TRANSLATION FOR THE NAME

WHATTT?

How can I get that for the BE??

[quartz valley]

by buying a vital hero 😎

[candid thistle]

legit the only BE feature that is not there is the fact that the BE can store up to 4 digimon. VH is still limited to 2. And the fact that the digimon in store has a chance of helping your main digimon during fights. That's legit all the Vital Hero is missing currently

but since modding it i never felt the need to go back to the BE

[round venture]

It doesn’t look as cool and I already have a BE

[quartz valley]

yeah and if you have an android phone, nacabaro made a custom app that allows for trophy missions to return

so you can store/transfer digimon there

[turbid notch]

There will NEVER be an adaptation to the BE or VB or Digivice-V- for what the Dev team say.
So, buy a Vital Hero if you want it, like the rest of us :p

kindly~

[round venture]

Meh

[vast trout]

is the be not already in english for its scant few words

[fiery vale]

English names for Digimon is based on the content of Dim\Bem (they're simply images). It has nothing to do with the Bracelet you're using.
I suggest you go in #modding_vpets and check the pins about Dim modding to know how can you have english name for your dims and bems.
Another thing that can help (if you want a different font or an english name for a Digimon that has not one already) is the name generator you can find here: #1387816458855120968

[zenith otter]

Not sure if this was a question but yes

[quartz valley]

no that was me explaining to him lol

ty though

[zenith otter]

Lmao

You got yours up and running?

[quartz valley]

so apparently i read my shipment dates wrong, mine's gonna be here thursday

[zenith otter]

Oh

Been there

I got all the parts for making the reader first than the VH so I was like "I aint even gonna touch it"

Now I am looking into someone with a 3d print in my country to make it a keychain, kinda hate it watch style 😅

[quartz valley]

i wanna do a digivice style holder

[turbid notch]

Stoic Anubismon flying while im sitting, working.... i love this mod~

[quartz valley]

i've seen someone on insta with it, i think digikdult is his ig

[quartz valley]

vibing anubis

[wanton creek]

This custom DIM background is awesome!

[candid thistle]

i managed to break the shell of the first VH i ever got so i'd love to replace it with something like that too

shame i'm very ignorant on the additional work required to make the buttons work

[turbid notch]

Thank you! ❤️

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @wanton creek (current: #198 - 8)

[wanton creek]

What kind of evolutionary path does this custom DIM in the style of an Egyptian pyramid take?

[turbid notch]

Its the Angoramon DiM. I just replace the background because i like Anubismon xD

[wanton creek]

It turns out that it is just a simple background change. Thanks for the explanation.

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @turbid notch (current: #337 - 4)

[turbid notch]

always a pleasure :3

[cyan geyser]

Is there a time limit to how long you have to complete an adventure when you get the adventure call? I'm pretty sure I haven't gotten the trophy boost a few times after finishing one but I'm wondering if it's because I'm taking too long

[cyan geyser]

Also, side note, for the first time I'm training with a digimon in the capsule and I'm getting TONS of calls today. Unsure if that would impact anything or if I'm just imagining it but I feel like I've gotten way more calls than normal

[burnt haven]

If I theoretically had someone who could dump the mod onto a dim card for me could I use just that to get the mod working?

Or do i need to dump the information on my vital hero onto the pc first?

[cobalt gust]

No the dump process backs up you VH and that backup file is unique to your device and you must have that to update to the new version In the future

It's best to get yourself a programmer they are cheap

[burnt haven]

Does anyone know where I can purchase one with fast shipping/delivery?

Trying to mod me and my bfs while im over and do it together but if that's not feasible ill just order us both programmers

Ch341a will come in but was told that spending the 5 more on the ch347 is better

[trim pivot]

Ya, the $5 more for the ch347 is recommended. Technically if you knew someone with a programmer who could write the firmware unto a DIM for you, you could install it to your VH and set that DIM aside and mark it as the restore DIM.

You would need to keep that DIM and not give it back to who wrote it for you as it would be needed for uninstalling in case you wanted to upgrade. In which case if you wanted to upgrade you would have to use the DIM you installed Digimon Link with, plug it back in to uninstall it. Give that DIM back to who wrote it, let them write the new firmware on and return it to you to install again and keep for restore purposes. Every time there's an upgrade.

Like Pills mentioned it might be easier and more convenient if you bought the programmer. Also, you mentioned a long time back you'd like to use the VS DIM to long distance battle with your boyfriend. You will need the programmer for that as well.

Fastest may be Amazon if you have Prime. Aliexpress wasn't so bad, I got my parts in about 2 weeks. Others have reported basically the same time

[trim pivot]

Ya, There is a time limit for ADV, Sometimes you can just be a second off. The training call window is way shorter and a couple of times I notice it, go out to train and find I was just a couple minutes too late lol. That's awesome you're noticing more calls too with the Capsule Digimon!

[burnt haven]

So sweet of you to remember what I said about vs dim 🥲 saw u put in a little suggestion for it in the new patch pdf!

Ill try looking at prime more i just can only find ch314a for prime shipping ch347 never seems to have it 😔

The installation tho is literally just connecting the wires to the mini micro sd card reader?

Well assembly not installation sorry im not a huge tech guy 😭

[quartz valley]

do you want a walmart link?

[burnt haven]

Sure!

[quartz valley]

https://www.walmart.com/ip/17631257156?sid=0cdc1e5f-3c53-49e5-94d6-3dbbe4ec78c4

alledgedly free shipping in the us

[burnt haven]

Still says 2 weeks unfortunately 🥲 I might just need to buy us separate programmers do it over the phone

[quartz valley]

if you have an electronics store nearby like a small local one, try calling them

i have a few stores here in florida that do

[sacred nymph]

hey, im trying to install this, its my first time, i have the drivers installed, and the usb adapter from Bazjo, but the dimcard tool just sends me this error when i connect the vsmemory card into it:

[trim pivot]

Try flipping the DIM card. The Dim front face logo needs to be facing down when you plug it into the Bazjo DIM Programmer

[sacred nymph]

oh lol it worked, thx

[eager harbor]

SHINKA!

@sacred nymph has evolved into Baby I!

[sacred nymph]

if i got the incompat version means my vh is not usable for this?

[trim pivot]

If it's a Digimon VH and not a Batman one it should work

[hasty current]

This happened to me too. I felt very silly

[somber mist]

So mad I got a Batman one and now it's just useless

I just wanted the Batman dim 😭

[quartz valley]

i mean you can use the batman dim on a normal vh, no?

[brave crypt]

Sorry to ask but how do I put the file in the Vital Bracelet?

Or what equipment do I need to get started

[dim magnet]

There's some info in the download package

[brave crypt]

Ah ty ty

[somber mist]

You can, but finding the Batman dim without the actual bracelet is impossible, especially for such a low price as just getting the whole package lol

[quartz valley]

i mean fair. i would honestly just get the batman one for the dim and run the watch vanilla then

[somber mist]

Yeahhh, I was planning on getting several and turning them all into digivices with shell mods, but batman being difficult really threw a wrench in there lol

[cyan geyser]

I just completed my set of Digimon VH, haha. I decided I need them all

Just in case one fails

[slender elm]

I too am getting the same, but it is able to connect and read through asprogrammer (using a CH347 programmer)

[slender elm]

Didnt find the fix to my issue, useing my 341 it worked fine, diffed the backups between the two saves I made with no difference between them, would it have hurt to use asprogrammer in the end (im following the directions but just curious and not wanting to brick anything)

[dim magnet]

I don't think Mr. Blinky's tool actually supports CH347

You can use either programmers, but CH347 is recommended to not potentially put stress on the Dim's components due to a lot of CH341s not being hooked up correctly, plus it's a lot faster

[slender elm]

It was seeing the device as a 341, none the less I got it all working together and thank you for your part in the mod, I was upset the hero didn't have nurturing care as well and it pretty much was collecting dust, and I saw ya there Comic, Thank you too

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dim magnet (current: #2 - 556)

[trim pivot]

Can someone with a CH347 confirm if it works with Mr.Blinky’s DIM tool? I wasn’t made aware earlier that it may not be compatible with Mr.Blinky's DIM tool. If it's not compatible, what's recommended will need to be reexamined. Thank you to whomever can check

[dim magnet]

Personally I think Mr. Blinky's tool is a bit of a crutch and you really should learn a proper programming software, especially if you plan on doing mods to DMC etc.

One nice thing about Mr. Blinky's tool is it does handle removing the device locks for you

[slender elm]

From what I can tell it is not compatible, If you want I can take some snaps of what I get between As and blinkey with both 341 and 347

[trim pivot]

Yes, the Mr. Blinky DIM lock removal is a great feature. While I respect that opinion, a DMC mod is not the same as a Digimon Link mod, and not everyone who mods Digimon Link will also mod a DMC. Digimon Link’s appeal is that, unlike DMC modding, it does not require moderate or advanced modding skills or opening up the device to install modifications. Like DIM modding, Digimon Link is very accessible and easy for beginners to understand.

Everyone has different skill sets and knowledge, none of which is greater or lesser than another. Some people are skilled in gardening, others in building architecture. Not everyone is proficient in advanced or even moderate programming, and that’s perfectly fine. It’s best if Digimon Link remains accessible to everyone, regardless of coding skill level.

[trim pivot]

Thank you for looking into that and confirming

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @slender elm (current: #339 - 4)

[dim magnet]

It probably just needs a tutorial. A few additional clicks to select the chip type, but nothing that can't be explained through pictures

[trim pivot]

We can go over in DMs and discuss

[quartz valley]

so if i got a ch347 what should i do differently?

[verbal flame]

Ok so I am getting back into digimon I forgot how modding works

If I remember i load this patch on an micro sd card and then load it in the vital hero right ?

Like vbv ?

[trim pivot]

If you got the Ch347 you will need to use a program called asprogramer to write the Digimon Link firmware to the DIM. You will need to supply the program the right information about your chip

[trim pivot]

You will need a DIM programmer that DIM modders use to edit DIM cards. There's multiple types you can get. If you live outside the US you can purchase an already pre assembled one by a maker named Bazjo.

If you go the route of self assembly I would suggest for now that you get a Ch341 if you are not moderate or advanced in using coding software / chips and if you want access to the Mr. Blinky DIM program which is very beginner friendly and straight forward + allows you to unlock your DIM cards from the 3 device limit of the VH

If you know your way around moderate to advanced coding software then you can get the CH347, which is faster but be aware you will not be able to use the Mr. Blinky program which will easily let you unlock the device limit on your DIM cards.

[verbal flame]

I have a vbv tho like the one that came with the gracenovamon dims

[trim pivot]

That's the Draconic Blaze and Rampage of the Beast BEM set which means you have a Vital Bracelet BE. This mod, Digimon Link, is an exclusive to the Digimon themed Vital Hero which is this one right here

[quartz valley]

so instead of blinky's tool, i use asprogrammer? i'm not familiar with that, so maybe when my ch347 comes in could i have some help with that?

[dim magnet]

There's a bit of a discussion earlier when someone was trying to use a CH347, though it was also about it running too fast to get a good read

[quartz valley]

alright, i'll message back again if i have questions after it comes in then

[dim magnet]

#1369345299587268809 message

This is the one you want to download

I can walk you through it when you get your stuff

[brisk mortar]

I can also confirm CH347 doesn’t work with Mr.Blinkys. It’ll pick up that there is a programmer but won’t let you read dims. I’ve had to use asprogrammer since the start.

[dim magnet]

FWIW Mr. Blinky's tool hasn't been updated since the Vital Bracelet was released, so I don't expect it to work with newer devices

Although it's supposed to be the same driver with CH341 and CH347, so I wonder why it isn't forwards compatible

[quartz valley]

so with a ch347, is there a way to back up dims?

[slender elm]

Through ASprogrammer it can be done

[cobalt gust]

Update went fine 😛

[slender elm]

Got mine done last night myself, couldnt get any good pics sadly so good ol bigfoot quality for chat

[cobalt gust]

I had to rest my arm on the table to get it in focus lol

[slender elm]

for me it was just dark in here and pretty late

[cobalt gust]

3d printed a case for my dims too no more jar

[slender elm]

Showing off dim cases? Pulled out one of my textured build plates for this

still need to glue in those magnets though

[cobalt gust]

nice I just wanted to replace the jam jar lol

[swift kettle]

Question, just coming back to digimon link pend

How does adventure mode work now????

I read the notes and didn't quite get it

Same thing for the pendalum feature

[trim pivot]

ADV mode works 100% the same as the stock firmware on the original Digimon Link Legacy Ver.

On Digimon Link Pendulum it works 100% the same but with some additions. Inspired by the original pedometer Digivices, when you walk to the boss Digimon will encounter you to battle, if you flee or lose the battle you will gain steps going back on the map putting you further from the boss.

If you win you will continue to the boss without gaining steps.

On some stages there are super rare encounters where if you beat them you will progress 500 steps forward to the boss.

Stage bosses have also been made stronger in the Pendulum Ver. ADV mode, so you will have to strategically use a combination of Pendulum powers and or Power Trophy training to beat them.

[swift kettle]

So how does the pendlaum feature work?

[trim pivot]

Just like it functions on the original Digimon Pendulum devices. Before battle you will get a count down, when it's time, you shake for a specific number based on your Digimon's activity type.

In Digimon Link Pendulum you have two different shake counts that do two unique things in battle. you can either get a

Tera Shot Which will let your Digimon do it's finishing move at the start of the battle in addition to when it would normally do it based on it's activity type. So you get two final shots in the battle compared to the normal 1.

and Mega Hit Which will give your Digimon +4HP +2DP during the battle.

If you don't make your Pendulum shake or press B to skip it nothing happens and the battle plays out as it normally would.

You can practice finding the right pendulum shakes with a pendulum training function outside of battle.

[verbal flame]

I see thanks for the information tbh because I have the vital bracelet be

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @trim pivot (current: #36 - 51)

[unique owl]

I'm using the original VB bracelet but when I let the dim card load with the software it gives me an error with a big X saying incompatible version. I just used the "Ver.Digivice.bin" file after moving it over with Mr. Blinky.
Am I missing something?
The dim was backed up and reset as well prior.

[dim magnet]

Yes. It's not compatible with anything other than Vital Hero Digimon

[unique owl]

Oh you mean like the English release? Ah I figured the original was the same thing tbh. Fair enough. Thank you!

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dim magnet (current: #2 - 557)

[minor pelican]

Thank you so much guys for the mod, it works like a charm is easy to install and makes it the ultimate v pet to me 🙏🏻

[swift kettle]

It feels slower? Ive left adv mode on for 6-7 hours and only got to stage 5. Pendulum ver btw

I have like 30+ trophies

[quartz valley]

received my 347!

[quartz valley]

@dim magnet

[dim magnet]

Go to the releases section and download the software there

For the connection, it works the same as CH341

[quartz valley]

downloaded the release and connected the physical hardware. i also got the driver* for the 347

[quartz valley]

@dim magnet okay im in the program

[dim magnet]

Cool. First, put the Dim in, and then hit the read button

Oh, before that, set the parameters

There's an IC menu, you can search for MX25L3233F

[quartz valley]

is that the spi command? where do i click 👴

ok got it

[dim magnet]

Now you can read

[quartz valley]

ok i read the vs mem

[dim magnet]

Save that somewhere

[quartz valley]

got it

[dim magnet]

Now you can load the file you want to write

[quartz valley]

ok so now that i have that saved, i just pick the bin file from the pinned zip?

[dim magnet]

Sure

[quartz valley]

then do i hit program?

[dim magnet]

Before you program, check the dropdown beside the button. Make sure erase, program, and verify is selected

You may potentially need to do an unlock separately, but try programming first to see if it's actually necessary

[quartz valley]

this?

[dim magnet]

Yeah, that option is good

[quartz valley]

then i remove the vs mem dim?

[dim magnet]

Yes

[quartz valley]

then i just plug that in? 👀

[dim magnet]

Yes

[quartz valley]

to the vh?

[dim magnet]

What else would you plug it into?

Make sure the mon's not asleep, and that should be enough

[quartz valley]

wait i needed a mon beforehand?

[dim magnet]

Oh actually, if you do want to keep the mon you currently have, make sure to move it to the app

[quartz valley]

https://tenor.com/view/xqc-slam-slam-desk-desk-slam-xqc-slam-gif-19145485

oh okay cool

i got a brand new vh just to mod

[dim magnet]

If you don't have any mon loaded, that's OK

[fiery vale]

Probably it's necessary to do an unlock separately on normal Dims. Because otherwise I can't explain why my NuMe (clip on chip) wasn't overwritten that time I used AsProgrammer.

[vast trout]

i like the blue

[quartz valley]

blue boi

so i noticed also that the names are still in jp, but that's fine, same for the hatch sprite not loading the new one

idm not having them, but just thought i'd mention for ancient warriors it didn't load for whatever reason

[dim magnet]

Those all come from the Dim. You'll have to modify each Dim individually with the new sprites

[fiery vale]

Because you have to mod them in the dim.

[quartz valley]

ohhhh gotcha

i see, no problem then

[trim pivot]

In case you already didn't see, you can find all the English name sprites, cut ins and egg hatch sprites in the Graphics Pool folder. There's also a written and visual guide on how to apply them in Cfogrady's DIM Modifier program.

[trim pivot]

Not sure what you mean by slower? The time it takes to walk down the steps? The encounters are time based and do not progress you down the map ( excluding thr rare spawns that send you forward 500 steps if you beat them, but you won't get them too often ) If you set your device down you won't progress through the map, you will need to either walk or shake the device to do that. No other parameters have been changed as far as the length of the ADV stages, You would have had to edit their lengths yourself.

[quartz valley]

also is the tera shot the best for what kind you can get?

[trim pivot]

It's based on what strategy you'd like to implement based on what stage paring your Digimon is up against and your Digimon's stats. If you feel your Digimon is sturdy enough to just go all in with offense Tera Shot is good. If think your Digimon would do better with a defense approach where it'll last longer against brute strength then Mega Hit is better.

[pastel beacon]

Unless they're running from or losing the random encounter battles as that sets you back steps.

[wraith dagger]

Will the 341A work for installing the mod? Or is a 347 nessecary? :p

[eager harbor]

SHINKA!

@wraith dagger has evolved into Child!

[trim pivot]

For the purpose of DIM modding the Ch341A has been proven to be perfectlly efficient and fine. Myself and many many others in the DIM Modding community have used CH341A without any problems for years. Also you need it to use the Mr. Blinky Program which will allow you to erase the 3 DIM limit for your VH.

It's advised that you use the CH341A solely for modding dims and installing Digimon Link as people who have used it for bigger projects like DMC modding ect have had problems with it. If you plan on doing more than just modding DIMS then the CH347 is recommended.

[dim magnet]

If you're not afraid of using a slightly different program, then you should definitely get a CH347

Literally just walked someone through it today

The only really compelling reason for CH341 is if you can't handle a slightly different program, or if you really need the unlock functionality on Mr. Blinky's tool

[trim pivot]

Yes, if you look into asprogrammer and feel comfortable then that's fine. However, if you want to have access to unlocking your DIMs then you'll need the Ch341A. 3 device limit is rather small and potentially easy to go through.

[dim magnet]

There's probably a version of AsProgrammer that can do fill that erases the lock slots

[wraith dagger]

Okay sweet! Ill just stick to the 341A since i already ordered one. Thanks! 🙂

[dim magnet]

Sure thing, but if you ever mod something other than Dims, get a CH347. It's a lot faster

Don't buy a CH341 new if you don't already have one

[wraith dagger]

Understandable! I will in the future for sure. Ill pick one up if I decide to dabble in a different project!

[candid thistle]

On Digimon Link Pendulum, how do the random encounters in adventure mode work? Are they step based or time based? Yesterday i had to take off the VH while it was in adventure mode and despite being left on the table for 5 minutes i got 3 encounters 🤔

[eager harbor]

SHINKA!

@candid thistle has evolved into Child!

[fiery vale]

Or if you're stuck with Bazjo's usb stick. LOL

[vast trout]

if it works, it works

[trim pivot]

When the distribution method for Digimon Link was switched to using the DIM modding method we’re all using now, I bought the parts to assemble two CH341As and for four months I used them to write probably over 500 times as I tested various builds of Digimon Link over and over again.

(For context, every time I had to test a build I had to uninstall Digimon Link and use the CH341A to write the next build onto the DIM again, so I’ve had real-world experience testing the CH341A repeatedly.)

Then I bought Bazjo’s pre-assembled DIM programmer, which also uses a CH341A, and had to use that to write various builds over and over again to test multiple builds of Digimon Link Pendulum, and I’ve had no problems when using Bazjo’s DIM programmer either. I’m thankful for his efforts in making it, and I want to refrain from anyone on this thread being disrespectful or dismissive of what he created, as it has helped people. The same effort Cyanic and I had to put into making Digimon Link, Bazjo put into making his DIM programmer. As a creator, I don’t endorse belittling others’ work, especially if it helps people.

This has been my experience with the CH341A. I understand and respect if people have found it problematic when using the CH341A for greater tasks than DIM programming, which takes very little current and power compared to tasks like DMC modding or physical board/chip modification where you are opening up devices, soldering, and potentially using live wires. For that reason, outside of DIM modding I absolutely agree with only recommending the CH347, as the CH341A was made quickly and, from what has been reported, can’t handle high-power jobs.

But for the simple low-power task of modding DIMs, which takes no board work or soldering, or using live wires I, and many others who have modded DIMs way longer than I have since Mr. Blinky made his program years ago and have been relying on it, haven’t run into problems with the CH341A. Also, as of right now, you need the CH341A to easily use Mr. Blinky’s program to unlock DIM cards, so people need to know that when choosing which programmer to buy, as that is a key detail.

I’m writing this to dispel any confusion on the matter, and the next very soft update will add even more clarity and direction on the pros and cons of each programmer and the tasks they should be expected to perform.

[trim pivot]

Hmm, That is abnormal behavior. It's strictly time based but it should activate in that short of frequency

[quartz valley]

the 347 is very easy, i think i could give an abridged tutorial:
so basically its the same hardware as everything posted in here, the only difference is

• you want the asprogramer software (located here https://github.com/therealdreg/asprogrammer-dregmod) instead of mr blinky's dim tool. then you would also need to find drivers for a ch347, those of which are able to found with a simple google search.
• ensure you install the drivers thru your device manager. your usb programmer may have a different name, but if you hit win+x to open device manager and then select interface it will pop up when you insert it. you can click properties, and then search manually for the drivers that way.
• when you enter the program you have to locate where you can change the IC at the top left and do a search for MX25L3233F
• when you have that selected as the parameter for the ch347 you can perform a read on whichever dim card you will be rewriting.
• there will be an option to save the read (depicted by the 💾 icon) somewhere on your pc. you will want to store this for later incase you want to restore it.
• when you have that complete, make sure you vh mon is either sent to the app, or just not on the current vh you wish to mod.
• before you program it with any of the content from the pinned zip file, you're gonna want to make sure you hit the option that says unprotect ➡️ erase ➡️ program ➡️ verify (located in the dropdown menu beside the icon that looks like this 🗄️ )
• when you have the bin file you wish to upload chosen, you can pick that from the list.
• when it's completed its upload, follow the same steps as the regular mod goes for this.
  credit to @dim magnet for helping me with the install yesterday

in case anyone wants an easier to read list instead of searching thru messages

[trim pivot]

Appreciate it, I was already in the process of making a CH347 asprogrammer tutorial to include in the next manual for the purpose of not having to scroll through the thread.

While the process of Asprogrammer mentioned above is very straightforward, with its UI interface and labeling it’s still a higher entry point for beginners than pressing the clearly marked “Restore” or “Backup” buttons on the Mr. Blinky DIM tool. A guide is needed to use AsProgrammer, whereas using Mr. Blinky’s program is more or less self-explanatory. And as I said before, if you want to unlock DIM cards, which is an important factor when using a device with a three-device limit for cards, then Mr. Blinky’s DIM tool has everything you need. So it’s very practical for its efficiency and simplicity. Since Digimon Link launched, many people have reported relief in the simplicity of installing Digimon Link via the CH341 and Mr. Blinky DIM tool, and I value everyone’s input. I want to keep that beginner-friendly atmosphere for this mod. As a creator, I value intuitive design where even a toddler can pick something up and figure it out.

I'm putting myself in the shoes of those who are already discouraged with the idea of just assembling the DIM programmer. One look at Asprogrammer with it's advanced interface could be the final nail in the coffin to discourage them from trying Digimon Link. That would be sad, While assembling the programmer and asprogrammer aren't extremely difficult I understand others fears and want to make the process as simple as possible.

To me, breaking down complex systems into simple solutions is brilliance, not a sign of inferiority. That’s why I value the effort Mr. Blinky put into making his interface so approachable. The same goes for Cfogrady’s DIM Modifier program, which is also intuitively simple.

That’s why I won’t discourage anyone from choosing either programmer for the process of solely DIM modding. In the next manual I will give the pros and cons of each programmer and guides on how to use both.

If you only plan on modding DIMs / Installing Digimon Link and want an efficient way to quickly write, back up, and unlock DIMs, then there’s no practical reason not to get Bazjo’s or a CH341A to use with the super-intuitive Blinky DIM program.

If you plan on using the programmer for greater work than the purpose of this specific mod, Digimon Link, which is DIM modding, then it is necessary to get the CH347 as the Ch341A isn't suitable for higher end works.

[cobalt gust]

When battling is the PENDULUM start phase meant to tell you what number of shakes you need or is it random? I just don't know what I'm meant to be aiming for

[trim pivot]

Both Tera Shot and Mega Hit are hidden numbers you must find. You can use the Pendulum Training function to help you out and they are based on a Digimon's activity type.

If you would some clues as to what they are, other members did a great job uncovering what numbers are needed above in the thread. I'm not going to spoil them in case someone reading this thread may enjoy finding them out themselves.

[cobalt gust]

So they are fixed? I thought maybe at the start of the round it just picked a random number and you had to hit that

[trim pivot]

Yes they are fixed numbers, and they change based on the activity type of the Digimon you are raising

[cobalt gust]

Ok that makes it easier to work out I just thought maybe it was gamerfide with a random number each time

[cobalt gust]

lol k found it I was going for big numers like 50+ shakes my poor arm....

[verbal stone]

It's here

[cobalt gust]

Nice I picked up a the dino roar and that version but they sent me 2 dino roars... for £3.99 each I kept it but still would of like that dim lol

[vast trout]

home bargains?

[cobalt gust]

yeah few months back

[crude reef]

I wish I'd have picked up a back up while I saw them, seems they're all out near me now

[vast trout]

think you could still get it in store, but online orders closed months ago

that and uh, got nothing but red ones too

[cobalt gust]

They had wolf fang too when you went on the page you could select it just didn't have a picture

[loud current]

I'm thinking on getting a VB

[eager harbor]

SHINKA!

@loud current has evolved into Baby II!

[cobalt gust]

You can pick them up on Amazon for around £11 Dino roar that is

[loud current]

Ohh

I'll check

[crude reef]

Yeah that's the one I was looking for, so passed on dino roar cuz I already had it. Nevermind, I'm sure ill get another chance along the line. Hopefully someone who didn't have one to begin with got them, and I hope they come across the mod community too

[hasty current]

I put my VH down for a few days and I miss it. But I am so worried about button issues and replacement that I'd rather just have it on a wall somewhere than break it entirely

[dim magnet]

Buy another VH if you can find one

[trim pivot]

That is the best recommendation and the reason I specifically choose the VH for this project after seeing VH go on liquidation. The goal of the project was to give people easy access to an advanced VB experience without having to worry about expensive replacement cost if your VB breaks. Or scarcity of finding a new model since the whole VB series is now discontinued and will only get more rare as time goes. Even VH will disappear after awhile, for now it's the most abundant and easiest VB to get though.

Many members have purchased a small handful of VH so they can enjoy using their main one without worry. If there's the means to purchase an extra one or two ( or more ) it's recommended for having the best experience with Digimon Link. I've personally have had so much more fun with the VB now that I'm not worrying about the typical button failure or some other misfortunate accident.

[fiery vale]

For the record, I wasn't belittling Bazjo's work. I was reminding cyanic, whose comments sometimes pass as a little judging imo, that there are alternatives and that people who use one tool over another maybe don't do so just out of lazyness or inability but with reason.
I have a Bazjo's stick and I love it. Even when I bought a ch347 I didn't see a good reason to spend more money on other components just to use that instead of Bazjo's.

[trim pivot]

Ah, I read things and context very literally some times When you said " If you're stuck with Bazjo's stick " I took that to infer regret and a negative meaning as being stuck with something could infer that it's something someone is burdened with having unwillingly.

You have my deepest apologies sir 💀

[trim pivot]

I believe that, despite the different ways we all express ourselves, in the end we’re all just trying to make sure people have the best experience here and use the right equipment for the job. Whether the opinions and feedback come across as thorough and detailed, straightforward and direct, or even passionate, I’m thankful for all the effort and input everyone has contributed toward making Digimon Link a polished and enjoyable project. We’re all putting in good work.

[dim magnet]

I have mentioned that if you already have a programmer, you can use it. Bazjo's is probably a good exception to the "don't buy CH341" rule because at least it's hooked up properly. It's still slow, but it's only designed for Dims so you won't have people trying to mod their DMC or other devices with it

I will still be judgmental if people buy a generic CH341 programmer new.

Actually only problem I have with Bazjo is calling the things "SD sticks". Dims really have nothing to do with SD cards aside from using the same connector. Lots of confusion with people thinking they could mod Dims with a SD card reader

[trim pivot]

That’s fine, while it may cause some confusion on this thread, you have the right to do that.

Now that Bazjo can’t deliver to the US because of tariffs, many people may need to look into purchasing programmer parts to use this mod. Since a CH341 is required to use the Mr. Blinky DIM tool, it may be the best option for many. The inviting and simplistic UI, as well as the option to unlock DIMs via the Mr. Blinky DIM tool, may be something people prefer based on actual preference and not out of lack of skill, as Aquai Kai mentioned.

Some may prefer the simplicity of Mr. Blinky’s program due to a lack of experience or discomfort with more complex tools, which is perfectly fine as well We all have different skills and talents; some of us take years to master certain gifts, and we can’t expect everyone to master everything all at once. Programming and using hardware and software is both a skill and a gift that can be learned, but for some, it may be harder to pick up than for others.

With that in mind, and since Mr. Blinky’s program requires a CH341, I will not discourage people from purchasing the CH341 specifically and solely for the intended purpose of Digimon Link.

Since Mr. Blinky’s program was released around 2021 and requires the CH341, no one in the DIM modding community has reported being shocked by their programmer or having DIMs destroyed by bad writes. Many also don’t find the loading times particularly slow. For these reasons, I see no reason why people shouldn’t use the CH341 for DIM modding solely. So I won't be discouraging anyone for using it for this specific case and that will be reflected in the manual.

That said, I do respect and align with concerns about misuse of the CH341 in situations it’s not capable of handling, such as DMC modding or advanced work that requires higher power sources.
As I take warnings very seriously and would never recommend something dangerous or anything I myself haven't thoroughly tested.
For that reason, I will add a disclaimer that the CH341 is intended solely for the purposes of this mod and nothing else. I will also highlight the option of starting out with the CH347 if you are moderate or advanced in programming, planning to do other non DIM modding intended work in the future, and if you don’t mind not having the Mr. Blinky option to unlock your DIMs.

Side note: it also bugs me that it’s often called an “SD programmer,” which causes unnecessary confusion.

[eager harbor]

@trim pivot has leveled up! (11 ➜ 12)

[cyan geyser]

Yeah the CH341 has been solid for my uses

[fiery vale]

Fair enough.
No need for apologies.

[slender elm]

Honestly I wish I could read from a programmer through ImHex. Prehaps I should look into doing a writeup of using it to reset the lock bits for DIM's (or any other hex editor honestly, its just my preferred one)

[dim magnet]

It's pretty straightforward. Blank out 0x10000 bytes at 0x10000, or something like that. Check the code for OpenReset in #modding_vpets pins

[minor pelican]

Hey guys i've been reading and re-reading the guide and i still don't understand how to use the pendulum special attacks in fights and training

[dim magnet]

It's automatic when you enter a battle

You just have to get the right number of shakes for one of the attacks

[minor pelican]

Yeah but that's the thing i don't understand

How do i know?

Is it a precise number? Is it as much as possible and it has to be over the number needed

[dim magnet]

It is a certain number for each activity type

Two numbers, actually. Depending on which number you shake, you get a different special

You just have to experiment. You can also test number of shakes with pendulum training

[minor pelican]

Yeah but since i got time to shake like 80 times i don't really got time to try every number one by one. Thanks anyway 👍🏻

[dim magnet]

It's not that high. If you don't want to guess, someone has posted the numbers as a spoiler

[quartz valley]

hint: 1-20

[vast trout]

curious bug with having more vitals than a rookie should after digivice degeneration, wonder how it's pulling this graphic

[spiral vortex]

The confusion with an SD card reader just happened to me lol. I just found out about this project yesterday and in my excitement got the Mr. Blinky tool, downloaded the mod, put my Vs memory in a usb/SD adapter and well...obviously didnt work.

[eager harbor]

@spiral vortex has leveled up! (0 ➜ 1)

[spiral vortex]

Disregard, the parts to make the tool are cheap and looks simple enough
With that said and Bazjo not being able to deliver to the US; what are the options for someone with no soldering or technical skills?

[fiery vale]

LOL
Overflow?

[quartz valley]

i wonder if with different vital values the sprite changes

like if you got 100 more it shows your digimon working out or smth

[trim pivot]

Unfortunelty there are no other options to buy a pre assembled programer for people in the US right now with Bazjo not shipping to America.

With that said, assembling the programmer is very easy for someone with no technical skills. I'm speaking as someone who understands where you are coming from and have a good judgement on what's getting too advanced and what's beginner friendly. Many members of this thread don't have a lot of skills in the realm of programming or hardware assembly and have expressed through the thread how easy assembling the programmer is.

The process is this, There are pins on the programmers and a chip. Both labeled clearly with names. What you do is connect each labeled pin with the directed color cables.
It's a very simple process similar to putting legos together. The Bazjo program has only four direct buttons to choose form clearly marking which process they represent so it's UI is very accessible to those who are beginners or for those who prefer direct efficiency. To use the Mr. Blinky program you will need to make sure you get the CH341A programmer.

It's a simple process and if you need any help, we and members of this thread will help you.

[trim pivot]

That is a very curious case, you brought it up just in time to because we are currently working on an unplanned update that will address information on programmers in the manual and smoothing out something in game.

I know this probably isn't the same case as last time, but I just want to make sure to cross out any and all options and have as much info as possible. Are you using a modded DIM and does it have proper child levels in place?

[vast trout]

This is a modded DiM yeah, but the child levels are sound

No other degeneration bugs like last time

[dim magnet]

I forgot that VP doesn't reset for the first few stages when evolving. Will remember to clear that when the evolution resets

[trim pivot]

That's great that it was simple, and thanks again Shiver for bringing that up, like I said you did it right on time

[spiral vortex]

I appreciate that, thank you! I ordered the parts listed on the Mr.Blinky website and they should be here tomorrow. Im assuming the graphic he has on the website is what you're talking about in regards to connecting the pins to cables.

Also want to say good job on this project, its top notch. You guys, and the others in this community really help keep digimon going!

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @trim pivot (current: #35 - 52)

[trim pivot]

We appreciate that 🔥 and I agree everyone here does help to make the experience awesome! And yes, the chart on his site is the process I was refering too.

[unique owl]

Before I mess with anything again.
Can I back up my Vital Hero using the Vs Dim card that comes with the device out of the box without any tinkering or do I need to "activate it" by plugging it in with a digimon active?
Just want to be 100% sure I have a solid backup and I don't back it up wrong.

[trim pivot]

You can use the VS DIM right out of the box. When you install a backup will automatically be loaded into the DIM card, to add any future updates you will need that backup file, it's best to put that VS DIM to the side until then and also backup that file on the computer as extra insurance. That process of needing a back up is a nessesary step which prevents any possible bricking or failure of the device if the patching process goes wrong.

I forgot to add earlier, the CH341A is only intended for Digimon Link installation and DIM modding use only. If in the future you'd like to explore doing more complex modding outside the specific purposes of this mod it's recommended to get a Ch347

[unique owl]

Thank you. It's the fear of being locked out of future updates or any problems that I wanted to be 100% sure I was doing the right thing with the vs Dim. Much appreciated!

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @trim pivot (current: #34 - 53)

[pastel beacon]

How blasphemous would it be to make a Pokémon DIM for use with Digivice mode? The egg would hatch into a Child Ditto, then based on how you trained it would transform into a few different Adult level Pokémon, who will go through their second and third stages before returning to a Ditto again at midnight. Each one could also have a Mega Evolution locked behind completing the adventure mode.

[turbid notch]

You can do tha tEASILY win the programs available :p

Thats a neat idea too :p

[pastel beacon]

I can do it easily, the longest part of the process is editing the ditto face onto all the Pokémon sprites, lol

[crude reef]

There's already a couple of awesome pokemon dims over on the other server. The ditto idea sounds awesome tho!

[untold wagon]

hey all! just got back to this. which pendulum version is everyone enjoyign the most?

[finite garden]

My friends already run one with Digivice Mod its a bit jarring as this has more Digimon Vibes but cool. Ditto is a great choice to explain the evos

[hasty current]

I really, really like the digivice version.

[unique owl]

How difficult would it be to add the date onto the main screen? Is that something I can modify on my end?
Or even darken some of the backgrounds? Some of the text is difficult to read for me but I think just a bit of darkening would be great. Can I just grab the images and replace them somehow?

[dim magnet]

It's not hard to add the date, but it would affect the aesthetics

And no, it's not something you can change on your end

[unique owl]

Ah shoot okay no worries. It was worth asking anyway just in case.
The date not being on the main screen is fine honestly, it's just convenient but it's not neccessary at all.
The lighter backgrounds might need a tweak though.

[eager harbor]

@unique owl has leveled up! (8 ➜ 9)

[dim magnet]

Which version are you using? The default background should have decent contrast, but if you're using the dynamic background it might have differing contrast throughout the day. In the original version, there's a bunch of backgrounds but you'll have to choose one that has better contrast. For the most part things will use the default dark background

[unique owl]

Oh which one is the dynamic one? I'm using the forest one currently but I'll swap to the lava one soon that seems to be one of the more visible.

[dim magnet]

Which version are you using?

[unique owl]

Digivice.

[dim magnet]

But is it the Digimon Link Pendulum or the previous release?

[unique owl]

Oh I thought it was the Pendulum but apparently I'm still on the old version. Weird I was nearly positive I had the right file too. But yea I'm definitely lacking the extra options and displays.

I even gave the non digivice version to a friend and their one is the new one. I did have the old file on this chip but I was nearly positive the chip was wiped when I went to restore it with the new file.

I'll try again later and see whats up.
Okay weird. I did a fresh install. 100% to default backup/restore software and updated to pendulum digivice. It seems that the digivice pendulum doesn't have any of the new features like feeding, poop etc.
Is that intended? The Digital Monster version has all the newer stuff though.

[dim magnet]

Are you sure you've downloaded the most recent version?

It should be the one in the pins, not the one at the start of the thread

There's also a non-Pendulum version in the package for if you don't like the Pendulum gameplay

[unique owl]

Yup, version 1.1 and Pendulum Firmware.

[dim magnet]

You'll probably have to show me what you're seeing

[unique owl]

Okay strange I can't seem to reset the VH at the moment. I'm using the same VS dim I had used, then tried a different chip with my backup file. It did reset the VH before but now it reads as "dim fail" for the vs Dim and when it attempts to restore on the other back up chip it reaches 50% restore then says error restore failed. This is the same backup I used to reset the same VH earlier too. I didn't edit the file or save over it or touch it other than to copy it. Im so confused.

[dim magnet]

Do you have multiple VHs?

[unique owl]

I do yea. Or well Im using my friends one. The backup for their VH is saved in a seperate folder just in case.

[dim magnet]

Need to make sure the card was a backup specifically of your VH

[unique owl]

It should be. I had it saved when I first did the update on the older version. Didn't touch it since other than to reset it a few times until I settled on the newest version. So it does work or else it wouldnt have reset oddly enough. It's just odd that it's not resetting from this version. Lemme try a different dim, I have one spare that's empty.

Hmm same error. I can see the file wasn't altered either. I tried the other VH dim backup just to be sure there wasnt a mix up and it does correctly tell me it's a mismatch. So the file I have is right, it's just loading it.
I must be loading it wrong. To reset it back to default I just plug it in the VH while it's on (i have no digimon in it currently), let it reset then load the chip right? Or is there a different state I have to be in prior?

[dim magnet]

It's inserted the same way as when you installed it

Sounds like maybe you overwritten it with an old backup at some point?

[unique owl]

Lemme hatch an egg one sec, I need to get past the intro screen. Ah still the same pendulum. Ah no worries, could be worse. Im just confused is all.
It looks like the file wasn't modified on PC either.

[burnt haven]

Just want to make sure this is correct before buying but this is what I need right? I dont want to get the ch347 since Im not much of a computer guy and would rather use Mr blinky. https://a.co/d/4RVlnzphttps://a.co/d/fPIzYod
https://a.co/d/cjqmH6S

Im getting 2 ch341a as im visiting my bf and we are building one for each of us to have so we can battle online : )

[dim magnet]

Sure, that'll work. Note that there's nothing difficult about using a CH347, and instructions are available. "Not much of a computer guy" isn't a good excuse when there's clear instructions available.

[burnt haven]

I get that but for simplicity sake id rather use Mr blinky tool tbh

[dim magnet]

Sure. Hopefully you get a CH341 that isn't miswired

[burnt haven]

https://a.co/d/iaKg2Xz https://a.co/d/7dOZLI7 is this correct for the other components?

[burnt haven]

I hope so! Lol

[dim magnet]

Probably. Make sure to select the presoldered option if you don't have a soldering iron

[burnt haven]

Gotcha yea I dont have a soldering iron so ill do that, thank you!

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dim magnet (current: #2 - 561)

[dusky birch]

@hushed niche thank you for the final update, I'll be installing the new legacy one now 😄

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @hushed niche (current: #403 - 3)

[dusky birch]

@dim magnet too thank you

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dim magnet (current: #2 - 562)

[hushed niche]

Appreciate this, but I believe you wanted @trim pivot instead lol

[dusky birch]

Yes haha, still thank you for being a good sport

@trim pivot thanks for the update, I was wondering has the pdf been updated for legacy, I didn't see it included in the new zip.

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @trim pivot (current: #33 - 54)

[trim pivot]

Thought I had a doppelganger for a second, Glad you’re excited 🔥
The last revisions to Ver. 1 Legacy are shared functions from Pendulum, which you can currently find in the standard researched notes manual.

These include some Pendulum QOL updates plus the Digimon Alarm and Digimon Roulette game.

I’d love to make a second manual strictly for Ver. 1 for extra clarity, but the PDF is already large and Discord has upload limits and I’m trying to add more tutorials if space allows.

[dusky birch]

Alright

Thanks!

[dusky birch]

okay looking at that manual some clarity would be nice. Wish I could help with the discord size its out of your control.
Maybe just include a bulletin with the post?

• Like this

Ethier way I trust the quality control im gonna go for it

[trim pivot]

That's understandable honestly, the limit is 500 MB, last time I tried adding some videos to the folder it set it way over that limit. With the new tutorials, I'm going to use Handbrake to compress them down, If I can get it to fit I'll add a revised Ver. 1 manual or if not that figure out something else to add some extra clarity 🔥

[dim magnet]

Suggest maybe splitting it into a few different packages so people can download the pieces they want

[dusky birch]

Link Final Legacy Changes from the Manual
Link Exclusive Updates for Final Build

• A 12 / 24 / No time display toggle
• 13 Static Backgrounds with one always being used on status pages for readability.

Added Pendulum Content

• Matching Game for Vital Points
• Selectable exercises that now auto loop until stopped to prevent disruption.
• Alarm Clock functionality
• Evolution Requirement Library built into the device
• Sleep when Zz icon appears heals your Digimon

[trim pivot]

Just the Evolution Requirement library and the 12/24/No time toggle. Besides that you got it! Time of day background is Pendulum Exclusive

[dusky birch]

Okay, can you explain to me the evolution Requirement library

Sorry i got a million questions, i got 2 friends who need patches

[trim pivot]

It's a feature adapted from the BE. Go to the date page and press a to see the list of evolutions your Digimon can evolve to

You first see your Digimon and all it's evolution figures, then you press A to scroll through the list. Not a problem 😄

[dusky birch]

ooh its a requirement chart built in

wicked

Thank you!

I'll be sharing that with my friends

[vast trout]

oh, forget if cross-dim adventures and mid-adventure encounters (which i'm suspecting only run with your actual current dim) are a pendulum exclusive feature

[lyric hedge]

It looks like this
#1369345299587268809 message

[dusky birch]

Does sleep at night heal?

[lyric hedge]

yeah

[dusky birch]

Thanks

[dusky birch]

I'll test it as soon as i get 2 rookies

Okay i got one rookie as far as I can tell thats not a option

@vast trout

[vast trout]

hmm

[burnt haven]

Does this mod work with the DC dim cards? My bf is a big DC fan so he wanted to try them for it

[dim magnet]

All Dims work as they usually do

It does not work on the Batman VH, however

[burnt haven]

Awesome he has a normal vital hero so it should work 🙂 ty

[zenith otter]

Sorry about the blurry mess but YESSSSSSSS

[dusky birch]

Hi does the pendulum mode still make a bunch of beeps during fights

[zenith otter]

Yeap

[dusky birch]

Thanks was just wondering without loading both firmware

[zenith otter]

Muted during work hours 🤣

[dusky birch]

Gotcha the noise was a no go for me

Here's mine on legacy

[zenith otter]

Legacy has no beeping sounds?

Never used legacy

[dusky birch]

Less it's like the default vh

Think of legacy as a VH+

[zenith otter]

Oh okay

[eager harbor]

SHINKA!

@zenith otter has evolved into Child!

[zenith otter]

I heard you have some sort of volume control

[dusky birch]

Just on or off

Not sure what the battery life is on each of them

If anyone has some data on that let me know I'm curious

[spiral vortex]

Got it to work!

[dusky birch]

https://tenor.com/view/gammamon-digimon-ghost-game-happy-gif-15493962158739507712

Looks cool! I haven't seen a modded unit in awhile

[spiral vortex]

Thank you!

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dusky birch (current: #23 - 79)

[burnt haven]

If someone had real digital monster and the other had digital monster and battled would the new vs features work normally? Just wanted to double check if the versions mattered in that regard

[trim pivot]

Yes, Power Trophies and Pendulum power ups will work in-between the three Pendulum Vers with VS DIM Battles.
Ver. 1 Legacy has the same battle logic with VS DIMS as the stock Vital Hero, no Power Trophy power up.

[burnt haven]

OK awesome! Thank you 🙂 im so excited im getting my parts on friday and extra dims to keep as storage for backups of the braclet. Thank you for all the help and Ill probably be back to ask follow up questions haha

[quartz valley]

my alarm has been set two days in a row and hasn't went off, am i doing something wrong? i'm clicking the option in the menu before sleeping, setting a time, setting a sound, then clicking ok

[dim magnet]

Haven't heard that as an issue before. Try setting it to go off in a couple of minutes to see if it's firing?

[quartz valley]

i'll try that

so when i set it a couple mins apart with my digimon awake it sounds, but idk if it's because i set it so late in the night for some reason it didn't work?

i had set it at like 11pm

my digi had the zz icon

[dim magnet]

Should still work then. You can try changing the time

May be possible you just didn't hear it, although it should also repeat itself every 5 minutes if you ignore it

[quartz valley]

that's why i was confused because i'd thought it didn't stop repeating until it was turned off

[dusky birch]

I think I may have found a use for the alarm function

That goes off once a day right?

[dim magnet]

Yes

[dusky birch]

Cool thank you

[burnt haven]

I install it! Loving it so far

[dusky birch]

The mod is nice!

[burnt haven]

Is the number that is given after the pendulum training how close you were to succeeding or is it just a number representing the amount of reps you did? Also is there any hints on how to know the rhythm of ur digimon?

Also my digimon has been calling out to me but there's no icon over its head is he just saying hi?

[trim pivot]

The pendulum number you get for pendulum training and before battle is the amount of times you shook the device. Each activity type, Lazy, Indoor, Normal, Active and Stoic have two specific numbers you can aim for that will result in an offensive or defensive attack pattern.

The Pendulum training is for practicing to find those numbers and it also rewards +50 Vital Points if successful. All the numbers are below 20, if you'd like spoilers members have documented all the required numbers up the thread. If you were referring to Reps, the numbers +1 or +2 refer to how well you did and how many evolution / power trophies you earned for that session.
Your Digimon will call out if it's hungry, wants too poop, wants to train, go on an adventure, gets Supa Happy status, if you let it get low vitals. or have the Digimon Alarm activated.

[graceful quarry]

The two specific.What are the signs of success?

[wanton creek]

How long do I need to sleep to recover half a yellow heart that is lost every time I lose a battle?
I have slept for an hour and still haven't recovered half a yellow heart

[pearl shoal]

I must apologise most sincerely.
Until recently, I only had VB / VBBE at my disposal, and having recently acquired VH, I intended to install this. However, I have not properly grasped the contents of the update.

Are the standard Digimon Link and Digimon Link Pendulum separate series, so to speak?
Or is Pendulum the updated, recent version of Digimon Link?
I realise this is a great inconvenience, but I would be most grateful if you could enlighten me.

[spiral vortex]

If you're talking about the number of shakes for the special moves; you will know you got the correct number if the text "Tera Shot" or "Mega Hit" appears

[graceful quarry]

OK,I know,thank you

[trim pivot]

You're good

The later, Digimon Link was the first release and Digimon Pendulum is the latest version with a ton of new features. Both Digimon Link and Digimon Link Pendulum come in multiple vers.

Digimon Link - Digital Monster Ver: Plays the most like a standard VB
Digivice Ver: Digimon De evolve at night.

Digimon Pendulum comes with Digital Monster and Digivice and an extra Ver that is exclusive to it.

Real Digital Monster Ver: In that version, Step requirments are higher than in the other two Pendulum versions and Digimon die with age.

[trim pivot]

I would wait a little longer

[burnt haven]

Are the trophy evolutions suppose to reset when your digimon evolves in real digital monster ver.?

[dim magnet]

Power trophies don't, normal trophies do as they always have

[burnt haven]

OK awesome ty! I actually didnt realize normal trophies reset on evolve haha 😅

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dim magnet (current: #2 - 563)

[minor pelican]

I refused to let my machmon evolve cause i hadn't obatined enought trophies for a good evolution, and somehow he became a digitama and went back to baby? Anybody had that issue or has an idea of what could have cause that. I'm on the digital monster version of pendulum link

[dim magnet]

Sounds like it died

[neat smelt]

Does this remove the 100 hour time limit?

[eager harbor]

SHINKA!

@neat smelt has evolved into Baby I!

[trim pivot]

There is no 100 hour stat training time limit that's only for the BE, This mod is for the VH and you can stat train on your schedule.

[neat smelt]

oh so I can't use it with the BE, darn

[minor pelican]

sounds like it but since every vital was maxed i don't get why. I don't play with the Real Digital Monster version only the normal one

[dim magnet]

Did you check mood and health?

[minor pelican]

yup it was full

[trim pivot]

Digimon can also die in the Pendulum versions from repeated missed step requirements and food calls, which lower mood. If you miss a step requirement when you're Digimon's mood is very low it will cause an injury, combined with missed poop calls which also cause an inury, if you leave your Digimon alone and awake for long periods of times you can accidently kill them.

[dim magnet]

Yeah if you leave the mon alone for 24 hours outside of sleep that still kills it

[zenith basin]

Hi @trim pivot , do you happen to have any documentation or a PDF I can read pertainting to the new Digimon Link Pendulum firmware update? Wanted to read up on it ahead of time to see what all the new features are, what they do, and any other tid bots for accessing certain features are.

[dim magnet]

It's in the download

[trim pivot]

Ya, a PDF manual with all the features and information you'll need is in the pins labeled Digimon Link Pendulum 1.1. Also there's a trailer pinned as well which covers a lot as well.

[zenith basin]

Thank you!!

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @trim pivot (current: #33 - 55)

[zenith basin]

Thank you as well!

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dim magnet (current: #2 - 564)

[dusky birch]

on that note if you want information on link legacy it does not have its own pdf yet

[empty sky]

I have a question about the Digivis version. It says it goes back to growing season periodically, how do I go back to growing season? I wonder if there is any particular way.

[dim magnet]

Midnight

[empty sky]

thank you!!

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dim magnet (current: #2 - 566)

[empty sky]

What do the 12 heart pieces mean?

[dim magnet]

It's a health system of sorts. Check the rest of the manual

[empty sky]

okay!! 👍

[eager harbor]

SHINKA!

@empty sky has evolved into Baby I!

[eager harbor]

@empty sky has leveled up! (0 ➜ 1)

[empty sky]

I'm using the digital monster version right now. I bought it through someone else, so I don't know which version it is currently. What I want is to check the next evolutionary condition, which is not possible. I think I can check the next evolutionary condition if I install it in version 1.1, how can I update it? I keep getting errors when I try to update it to 1.1. There are no device backup files.

[somber mist]

You need the original firmware in order to update the version

[empty sky]

I don't have the original firmware. How can I get it?

[somber mist]

Well, you'll have to know which version of the vital hero it was...

From what I know there's three that work with training gear: red, blue, and black. I've got firmware backups of one of each, but I'm not sure if they'll technically be different device to device of the same model

Was that a drop in shell?

[empty sky]

It's this product

[trim pivot]

It's not only knowing which version you're using. You need specifically the exact same backup that was generated when Digimon Link was modded to your device.

It's for reasons like these that we do not support people selling Digimon Link when it is offered here and the CIM Discord for free. Also , it's to help prevent any type of chance of getting a cease and desist from Bandai which would ruin Digimon Link's future for everyone enjoying it.

[somber mist]

That's also partly why I prefer doing stuff like this myself, so if I mess up, I can undo my mistake

(I mess up a lot)

[empty sky]

I can't get in touch with the person who did firmware and sold it to me, is there a way to fix it?

[somber mist]

Nope, locked into old digivice ver

[crude reef]

Was it from RareFineTrading by anychance?

[empty sky]

I'm not sure about that either...

[empty sky]

It's too bad if there's no way..

[somber mist]

On the upside, VHs are like $5 so getting on and modding it yourself is rather cheap and easy lol

[empty sky]

If I update to version 1.1, I can preview the next evolutionary digimon I want, right? Is this the latest version?

[trim pivot]

Yes, Ver. 1.1 will let you preview the next evolutions and requirements

[empty sky]

I wonder how to back up the original file of VB. If I put the dim card with version 1.1 firmware into the device and proceed in order, should I remove the dim card when the backup is 100%? Can I take out the dim card and back it up on the computer without going to pacing?

[trim pivot]

You don't pull it out at that point, you need to let it continue through the final installation until it says unplug UM after the Digimon Loader page

Then at that point the backup will be on your card. You can then save it to the computer as well for extra protection. Not using the card your back up is on until you want to restore your device is the best way not to lose the back up.

[empty sky]

Is this the right time for this picture to come out?

[dim magnet]

If you have a chip clip, you can transfer the firmware from a new VH to the old VH by directly copying the contents of the flash chip. You'll want to update the dump with your accelerometer calibration though

The backup is per-device and cannot be used on devices it was not made on

[dim magnet]

Doing this is kind of annoying though. The reset pad is on the back of the PCB, and you'll need to poke a wire between that and ground instead of just holding down a button.

[empty sky]

Are you saying that when I put the dim card back in like this, the restore will pop up like the picture and I can return it to the original VB I bought for the first time?

[empty sky]

I can't find a way. Maybe I should just buy a new one

[somber mist]

New ones are real cheap so

[trim pivot]

Ya, when you take a backup card and plug it back into the Digimon Link you will see that restore option. After you restore it will ask you to unplug, you'll then be back at the Vital Hero stock firmware and be set to install another Digimon Link Ver. or a new update.

[dim magnet]

The backup only works on the device you made it on. It won't restore any other device. Additionally, it's not a full backup, so if you have a version mismatch, it will also not restore

[trim pivot]

Ya if you're trying to find a work around for the device that you bought pre modded with Digimon Link, there's no generating a new backup. Like I mentioned above you need the specific one that was generated when your current Digimon Link firmware was installed.

If you were asking for the purpose of saving a backup for a new VH to mod, everything above applies.

[weary linden]

how can i fix this my dimtool says dim not found even tho i have a dim in the card reader thing and wired can someone help please

[dim magnet]

Which programmer are you using?

[trim pivot]

When it shows the programmer as found and it's just the DIM not showing as found sometimes it's as simple as flipping the DIM. If you have the logo font on the DIM facing up, turn it over and try it with the logo font facing down in the programmer.

[balmy badge]

Hey I tried that it did not work

[dim magnet]

Which programmer?

[balmy badge]

??

[dim magnet]

What hardware are you using to read/write Dims?

[balmy badge]

Like my computer?

[dim magnet]

The device that you are plugging your Dims into

[balmy badge]

Window 7 computer

[dim magnet]

No, the thing you bought for plugging Dims into, not your computer

Also, Windows 7 has been out of support for a number of years, I'd expect problems

[balmy badge]

I'm using this

[dim magnet]

OK. Now what's that connected to?

[balmy badge]

This

[dim magnet]

Did you install the drivers for it?

[balmy badge]

Yes

[dim magnet]

If it's showing up properly as a parallel adapter (or whatever that doesn't say UART), I would suggest checking your wiring again

Also, make sure the contacts on the Dim face towards the board when you're inserting it

[balmy badge]

Ok thanks I will try and get back to you

[weary linden]

hey it still not working my wiring is fine i think do you have other tips to help

[dim magnet]

Is the jumper on the programmer attached between pins 1 and 2?

[weary linden]

?? what do you mean im still new to this

[dim magnet]

Look at the programmer, and near one row of pins there should be labels saying 1 2 3 and some other things. There should be a plastic piece on pins 1 and 2

[weary linden]

yes

i see it

what do I do about that?

[dim magnet]

Just make sure it's on 1 and 2

If the software is detecting your programmer and it's in the correct mode, then it's likely to either be your slot, wiring, or the programmer. If you have a multimeter, you can use it to check if the wires are actually connected properly

[weary linden]

how do I cheak?

[dim magnet]

Do you have a multimeter?

[weary linden]

no

[eager harbor]

@weary linden has leveled up! (0 ➜ 1)

SHINKA!

@weary linden has evolved into Baby I!

[trim pivot]

Did you replace the wires at all or is this the first set you used? Sometimes, rarely, a wire comes broken and it needs to be replaced. Only way to troubleshoot is to go through each wire replacing them until you test the connection and it says it reads the DIM correctly.

[weary linden]

yes I did replace my wire it still did not work

[trim pivot]

All of them?

[weary linden]

yes

[dim magnet]

It might be a bit tricky to troubleshoot if you don't have a multimeter

[trim pivot]

A curious case indeed

[dim magnet]

Do you have another slot you can try? Or another Dim?

[weary linden]

i have 5 more slot and 4 more dims

[dim magnet]

OK, try with a different slot or Dim

[weary linden]

ok brb

i used new ones still did not work

do you think it could be my wiring

[dim magnet]

More likely to be the programmer

Can you go into Device Manager?

[weary linden]

ok

it open

[dim magnet]

Take a screenshot

[weary linden]

ok one sec

i have to use my phone it will be a min

Here you go

[dim magnet]

Expand Interface and take another screenshot

And maybe Ports as well

[weary linden]

Here you go

[dim magnet]

OK I see the whole list, but by expanding I meant to click the plus beside those two things so I can see the devices in those categories

Well, arrow, not plus

[weary linden]

what categorie do you need?

[dim magnet]

Interface, Ports

[weary linden]

Here

[dim magnet]

Hmm, yeah, those look fine

[weary linden]

do you need to see my usb?

what should I do about wiring

???

[dim magnet]

Can you show the pin labels on the back of the slot?

[weary linden]

of the usb?

[dim magnet]

Also your pin header attachment on the microSD breakout looks a bit weird. If you're poking the long end of the headers through to the other side of the board and attaching the wires like that, it's probably not actually making contact with the holes on the board

[weary linden]

Yeah I have to hold them for them to watch the board

[dim magnet]

Definitely solder the headers down. You're never going to have a good connection if it's not soldered

[weary linden]

I do not have a soder

Thing

[dim magnet]

Consider getting one, or you can buy the breakout with the headers presoldered as well

[weary linden]

I kinda broke now after buying this stuff

[eager harbor]

SHINKA!

@weary linden has evolved into Baby II!

[weary linden]

Do you have another solution?

[trim pivot]

Note: Buying a pre soldered SD Module, is recommended and preferred and self soldering is a great option if you have the tools / ability to solder it if you buy the wrong one, However it isn't mandatory, one of my programmer's SD Modules isn't soldered and it works fine, although it does need to be held in place when doing task. I believe the insight about how you have your SD module connected is going down a good route though

Never saw the pins of the SD module look like that

[trim pivot]

The pins that I've seen on most peoples, only go up. Not both up and down

ya, as mentioned your Pins on your SD module look funky

They should look like the pics I posted above

[weary linden]

Is this the right way?

Like this?

[dim magnet]

Oh, it's a double sided header

[weary linden]

???

What that mean

[dim magnet]

I think you'll have better luck if you connect your wires without the breakout board in between, and instead put the header between the wires and the board. You can then angle the header slightly and push it against the holes on the board

You'll have to hold it while you do any operations, but it's more likely to succeed than your current arrangement

[weary linden]

I'm confused

[eager harbor]

@weary linden has leveled up! (1 ➜ 2)

[weary linden]

Do what?

[dim magnet]

This but with the wires attached

[weary linden]

Ok

Like this

[trim pivot]

yup

[weary linden]

Then what?

[dim magnet]

Try reading the Dim again

[dim magnet]

OK. Show the labels on the bottom of your breakout again

[trim pivot]

He means those labels

[trim pivot]

And on your SD card module as well

[dim magnet]

No, the ones on the breakout, not the programmer

[weary linden]

This?

[dim magnet]

The way you're connecting them seems weird

Are the labels on the breakout matching with the positions on the programmer?

[weary linden]

Yes and the order the guide says

[dim magnet]

You sure about the labels? Can you take a better picture of the programmer side?

[weary linden]

I can send a video if that better

[dim magnet]

A photo is fine as long as you haven't changed the order of the wires

[trim pivot]

you got orange in the wrong spot for one

[dim magnet]

I can see they don't match

[trim pivot]

Orange is Mosi

[weary linden]

It is on mosi

[dim magnet]

Blue on your programmer is MOSI

Blue on the breakout you have on CS

[weary linden]

Crap

[trim pivot]

connect black wire from GND to GND
connect green wire from MISO to MISO (misspelled MIOS)
connect yellow wire from CLK to CLK
connect orange wire from MOSI to MOSI
connect blue wire from CS to CS
connect red wire from 3.3V to 3.3V

Double check all those connections on both the programmer and breaker

[dim magnet]

Don't worry about matching it to what's in the guide, since every breakout may be slightly different. Always go by the labels

[weary linden]

Still nothing 😔

[trim pivot]

So on the first pic ( The main programmr ) you put the orange cord from CS to the correct spot Mosi?

[weary linden]

Yea

I just fix it

I think I'm screwed

[trim pivot]

Hmmm, I hope not. As mentioned one of mine isn't soldered. I need to hold the SD Breaker module to the pins by pressing them towards the DIM slightly yet firmly to get it to register when doing task. You could try that

Hold it while testing / using the DIM software*

[weary linden]

Still nothing and in this image why do you have 1 wire?

[trim pivot]

That's a part of a tutorial, I just sent that for reference

[weary linden]

Ok

Yesssssss I got it to work thank you guys sooooo much

[spiral vortex]

Never mind, you got it working lol

[spiral vortex]

Funny/weird interaction: I had Greymon (Dinosaur Roar) and Growlmon (Guilmon Ex) in backup and Greymon jogressed to MetalGreymon(Blue) but I dont see that on the evolution guides

[remote mauve]

That sounds like an attribute jogress.

[carmine badge]

Hi
today I received all the components to modify the DIM. Quick question, what is the link to the most updated version of the mod?

Greetings from México.

[dim magnet]

Check the pins

[carmine badge]

Thx!

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dim magnet (current: #2 - 567)

[eager harbor]

@carmine badge has leveled up! (0 ➜ 1)

[carmine badge]

Help plz

[eager harbor]

SHINKA!

@carmine badge has evolved into Baby I!

[remote mauve]

Is the DIM card inserted the right way? I know on my reader, it looks like it’s supposed to fit in one way, but the DIM card actually fits upside down.

[carmine badge]

yes

[remote mauve]

It’s possibly a wiring issue then?

[carmine badge]

IDK

[dim magnet]

You're using a CH347, which Mr. Blinky's tool is incompatible with. You'll need to use AsProgrammer or similar. Someone made a post for it, let me find that.

[carmine badge]

thx

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dim magnet (current: #2 - 568)

[dim magnet]

#1369345299587268809 message

[carmine badge]

done, thx!

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @dim magnet (current: #2 - 569)

[carmine badge]

Can I re-use (delete and load the mod again) the same vs dim in another VH?

[dim magnet]

Sort of. You can rewrite another copy to install on a different device, but you need to backup the data on the card first. It's recommended that you don't reuse the card to avoid mixing up different versions and devices, because a specific backup can only restore the original device it was used on

[weary linden]

my dim tool is not work how can i fix this?

[dim magnet]

You'll have to be more descriptive about how it's not working

[weary linden]

it says not responding

[dim magnet]

Haven't heard that one before

Photos of your setup?

[weary linden]

ok

Here you go

[dim magnet]

Did you install the drivers?

[weary linden]

Yes

[dim magnet]

Well the programmer's busy light is going, hmm

[weary linden]

???

[dim magnet]

Try closing the software and opening it again, then do a read with nothing plugged in

[weary linden]

Ok

[dim magnet]

Replug the programmer and reopen the software?

[weary linden]

Ok now what

[dim magnet]

Does it show as detected?

[weary linden]

Yes

[dim magnet]

OK, remove the Dim and try to do a read. It should tell you it can't read

[weary linden]

Like this

[dim magnet]

Yeah, that's good. Now put the Dim in and try again

[weary linden]

It still not working

[dim magnet]

Try checking your wiring

[weary linden]

My wiring is fine

It happens when I try to restore my dim for the mod

[dim magnet]

Dunno then. You might want to try AsProgrammer and see if it does anything different

[weary linden]

Do you got a link?

[dim magnet]

#1369345299587268809 message

[weary linden]

Thanks

What file?

[dim magnet]

What step?

[weary linden]

???

[dim magnet]

There's a few things you may be referring to, you need to be more specific

[weary linden]

The file I got from the link so what file from the download to get the mod?

Sorry that was a lot

[dim magnet]

Are you talking about on GitHub or here?

[weary linden]

GitHub

[dim magnet]

Look at the releases (sidebar) and within it there's a zip you can download

[weary linden]

Ok

[spiral vortex]

@weary linden I was going to type this out the other day but you said you got it working. On the back of the part you ordered it says CH341 and not CH341A. I accidentally ordered the wrong one also and when attempting to use it it would read the DiM about 50% of the time but would not do the other functions. I realized my error and when I got the CH341A everything worked perfectly. Hope this helps

[hasty current]

Popping in just to say I love this flipping mod and I am so happy the community is supporting the VH 💖

[dim magnet]

It shouldn't matter which CH341 variant you use. Sounds like you just got a dud, which is not unexpected because these things tend to be cloned a lot and you never know what sort of quality you'll get.

[spiral vortex]

Understood, not knowing anything about these parts that was what I assumed lol. But that makes sense, and thankfully the parts are cheap. This is good info for others though!

[hasty current]

Teehee, I accidentally turned the clock off on the main screen and idk how to get it back halp

[viscid raven]

on the home screen, press B to the screen with date, then press A+B at the same time

then go back to the homescreen

you can basically change mode to

• clockless
• 12 hours clock
• 24 hours clock

[hasty current]

Thank you so much lmao

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @viscid raven (current: #80 - 25)

[viscid raven]

np

[weary linden]

how do you add the graphics pool to my vh

[dim magnet]

Dim modifier graphics import

[weary linden]

where is that?

[dim magnet]

See pins in #modding_vpets

[weary linden]

thanks

is it just called dim modifier

[dim magnet]

Yes

[weary linden]

alright

how do I set it up?

the dim modifier

[dim magnet]

Read the instructions in the GitHub repo, then poke around the program

[weary linden]

ok I will try my best

where are the instructions?

[eager harbor]

@weary linden has leveled up! (2 ➜ 3)

[dim magnet]

There's probably a readme there

[weary linden]

ok

it will not open

the read me

[dim magnet]

Just browse it on GitHub

[weary linden]

ok

I got it so how do I add the graphics pool?

[trim pivot]

There's a tutorial on how to add the graphics within the Digimon Link Packet, the folder is DIM modding resources

[weary linden]

what download

[trim pivot]

It's in the folder the Graphics Pool is in. Look one folder down and you'll see a folder named Modding Resources. There's a note named CfoGrady's DIM modifier and a visual image guide that goes with it that will help explain how to use the program and add the graphics

[weary linden]

it asking me for a dim file what do I do?

[dim magnet]

You read your Dim using the Dim reader and open the resulting file

[balmy badge]

What are the differences of digital monster and digivice

[trim pivot]

Digital Monster, has the features of Pendulum / Legacy but plays the most like the standard VB experience.

Digivice adds to that with the ability for your Digimon to revert to child level every midnight.

[balmy badge]

Ok is that it?

[trim pivot]

Yes, if you're playing Legacy.

If you're playing Pendulum, Digivice has short step requirements and it doesn't have any penalties for care mistakes.

[balmy badge]

Alright and we're somethings removed?

[trim pivot]

Nothings been removed besides the wallpaper selection from Legacy when producing Pendulum. The wallpapers are still preserved on Legacy

[balmy badge]

Well how do you access this stuff?

[trim pivot]

For the main menu scroll with A on home screen.

For the new training menu scroll to the "Train" Menu Icon and press B then A to scroll through those selections.

In reps to toggle between different training types tap A+B

[balmy badge]

What about the alarm,games and diet?

[trim pivot]

Keep scrolling through the main menu after you tap A on the home screen. Diet will come first followed by alarm and games further into the list.

[balmy badge]

I can't find them are they in a menu

[trim pivot]

Hmm. What do you see on your screen now?

[trim pivot]

Ah! You need a Digimon present on home screen to access some of the menus

[balmy badge]

Sorry my camera is bad

[trim pivot]

Also, are you using ver. 1.1?

That last one definitely isn't from the 1.1 folder

[balmy badge]

???

I got the one at the very top

This one

[trim pivot]

Hmm, I'd restore Digimon Link to it's base firmware and re-download the packet from the Pins and make sure it says 1.1 at the end and re install

[balmy badge]

Ok

[deft hollow]

I take it a normal micro sd card reader won't cut it for those of us technically challenged? 😅 (there was a part of me hoping, since the final part of the CH34x setup involved a microsd card reader slot)

[eager harbor]

@deft hollow has leveled up! (0 ➜ 1)

[trim pivot]

The naming of that part is very misleading. It's not an actual Micro SD card reader.
Should be named something else. I understand the trepidation lol I had some too when I first got it but It's not that difficult actually, You plug wires into labeled pins.

Usually people put it togeather in less than 5 minutes and if you have questions we'll help.

There will also be a video tutorial releasing soon showing exactly how to do it,

[burnt haven]

I also was extremely worried about making the programmer but it honestly was extremely simple, u use female to female wires and u just match the colors with the guide, everything is labeled so its rlly easy : ) if u need help all of the tamers here are super helpful, if u use amazon i can also link u to where i bought my parts!

[deft hollow]

Ooooh, yes, that'd be amazing 😍

[eager harbor]

SHINKA!

@deft hollow has evolved into Baby I!

[burnt haven]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C2DDLFH6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7WZQVHS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRTKTV64?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

The programmer comes as a 2 set so if u want to find just one they sell those but they're honestly around the same price

I got it for me and my bf so we both have programmers so if u have a friend or partner who also likes digimon its a cool gift : )

make sure also to get the pre-soldered SD reader, the link gives two options

i also recommend getting extra dims to have as ur backup and stay as the backup https://www.amazon.com/Vital-Hero-Card-Volcanic-Blizzard/dp/B0B27JZJT4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2283O8MS195D&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nZcy0a___OiOzaOksVjJld9xsz1HM8Ws-4az_GEGofn3YSUPPpPyRz2Y6QPnTqFDE6DTUIPhQT4KrXucdzkiHBo9D3-e-KWhxbb-X5guW9TZsguuyYnBOFwM1XStHf4AKbJRqqLCbMRTHy4GsEkmYAN6vfBvzfdZCqAoqk4haRMk3EADsR9nt4GUm_I05xOmAs3JiHH4VepEXZZfpM1K6AchDkcYS1V72YzooT3zqNgjv4GUvxGbZ6nQ4NjyuuF73jF07B-BRcw-vEdOsJq4xcNyN_bj_VIEC04l8o-qmSY.B4bVYV3HvBPIvhTkien6a63eJ7YrM-F3sbQ_oh33d18&dib_tag=se&keywords=digimon%2Bdim&qid=1760217559&sprefix=digimon%2Bdim%2Caps%2C115&sr=8-1&th=1 these are the cheapest

[dim magnet]

As usual, recommend using CH347 instead of CH341. Don't buy CH341 new

[burnt haven]

if hes technically challenge the other program is going to be overwhelming tbh

[dim magnet]

Not really

There's a post someone has with instructions anyone can follow

[trim pivot]

What will overwhelm one may or not overwhelm another. It's subjective.

I'm not gonna write off any options. All I can give is my observations

For a beginner with no programming knowledge, Asprogrammer maybe overwhelming as it uses a lot of industry terminology and has a broader interface compared to Mr. Blinky which is straight forward with 4 clearly labeled buttons in comparison.

If you are good with written guides it can be figured out though

The guide mentioned is fantastic, as Chilidog broke it down really well, but there are still some who may still not be able to pick it up just by reading a verbal guide. Especially if you're a visual learner like me.

That's why I'll be releasing a video guide for Asprogrammer soon.

Asprogramer with the ch347 gives you faster writes

Mr.Blinky with Ch341 preforms the same task but with less steps to do them, saving you time in that way, because of it's intuitive interface and unlocks dim cards very easy.

They both are great and depend on what one prefers and honestly some skill level, some beginners may still be less of a beginner than others.

I'd say everyone should just look at and test Mr. Blinky and Asprogrammer for themselves and decide which one they personally prefer. Just know you need a Ch341 if you go the Mr. Blinky route

[deft hollow]

Do you have to solder it yourself if it's not welded already/why do they sell them separated?

[dim magnet]

You can get the slots both with headers soldered and not soldered

[cunning flint]

hello, got a question.
On the mr blinky website that is linked in the installation resource txt file it says the long sd card module thingamabob is a bad version, but it doesn't say why that one is bad.
The sd card module linked a bit further above from the US amazon is currently not available in my region and I am unable to find others that are already soldered. I can only find unsoldered short ones or the X bad version ones.

In case it's not already obvious gonna add that I have 0 knowledge when it comes to any of this stuff.

[dim magnet]

It's bad because the card will not fit

If you can't find ones with soldered pins, then pick up a soldering iron

You can also get away with not soldering the pins down, but you are likely to get bad connections

[trim pivot]

Yes, buying soldered is the best choice. Here's a link to the card you'll need since the link above isn't available in your area. As mentioned make sure you have the soldered option when you add to cart

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805115720436.html?spm=a2g0n.detail.platformRecommendH5.2.41a0e79cgU20qS&gps-id=platformRecommendH5&scm=1007.18499.315613.0&scm_id=1007.18499.315613.0&scm-url=1007.18499.315613.0&pvid=6cd23ef0-d471-4509-8c49-dcbbd923ca04&_t=gps-id:platformRecommendH5,scm-url:1007.18499.315613.0,pvid:6cd23ef0-d471-4509-8c49-dcbbd923ca04,tpp_buckets:668%232846%238113%231998&pdp_ext_f={"order"%3A"2603"%2C"eval"%3A"1"%2C"sceneId"%3A"8499"%2C"fromPage"%3A"recommend"}&pdp_npi=6%40dis!USD!0.80!0.80!!!0.80!0.80!%402103244617602345710776790eeb0b!12000032551641255!rec!US!!ABXZ!1!0!n_tag%3A-29910%3Bd%3Ae90dc529%3Bm03_new_user%3A-29895

[winged spire]

The addition of 'ver real digital monster' is the best, this is incredible! Also had me rollin' @ "live hard and die fast" in the manual

My vital bracelet finally feels like the super cool wearable vpet i've always wished it could be

[neon harness]

Can somebody please help me?

Trying to do the mod for the first time and so far:

1. Check DIMcard
2. Unlock DIMcard
3. Backup DIMcard is saved on Desktop
4. Restore DIMcard doesn’t work when selecting any Digivice bin files?

Why is it not working?

[eager harbor]

@neon harness has leveled up! (0 ➜ 1)

SHINKA!

@neon harness has evolved into Baby I!

[finite garden]

Try a fresh download. Have you "Restored" a DIMcard successfully before? (Also was the back up successful?)

@trim pivot I just upgraded my friends VH to latest version he uses for the Tamagotchi custom and he is in love it's his now go to "Tamagotchi " device.

[neon harness]

Back up was successful, it is this last step that isn’t working. That is the first time I’ve tried to restore the DIMcard and then tried again by unplugging and reinserting programmer and restarting the Mr. Blinky tool

[finite garden]

If the Check works then selecting the Digivice bin file should work. All I can think of is maybe the file messed up and to do a fresh download.

[cyan nimbus]

I've successfully rewrote my VS Dim file with the Digital Monster bin, but my VH band only shows the remove DIM card warning instead of launching the upgrade?

Specifically I'm on this step:

I'm slotting the card into the band but it just spits out a remove DIM error

[dim magnet]

Is your mon awake and on the home screen?

[cyan nimbus]

yeah

wait

it was asleep

is that why

[dim magnet]

Yes, it's a silly restriction before the BE. No idea why they have it

[cyan nimbus]

oh my god it was cuz Blucomon was sleeping

incredible

thanks cyanic

[frank parcel]

Hi, just to be sure, this is the latest mod zip right? With power trophy fix, etc?

[dim magnet]

It's always the one that's pinned

[cyan nimbus]

Wait so the one at the top of the thread isn't the latest version?

[dim magnet]

No

[cyan nimbus]

Whoops

[weary linden]

What does real digital monster do

[dim magnet]

It has some modifications on top of ver. Digital Monster

See the manual for details

[weary linden]

Alright thanks

[cyan nimbus]

Am I supposed to just keep testing the pendulum to find out my Digimon's preferred count?

[dim magnet]

Yes

It's based on its personality

[cyan nimbus]

Figured it out

Interesting mechanic

[neon harness]

Yeah I will try again next weekend thank you for the assistance 🙂

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @finite garden (current: #122 - 14)

[quasi summit]

So I have a custom DIM that I designed for the digimon to revert to its rookie stage if the evolution requirements haven't been met after so many hours, so I'm wondering if I should still install the "digivice" version of Links, or the "digital monster" version? At this point would it make much of a difference?

[trim pivot]

Cool idea, If you have an de-evolution method that you enjoy then the only other main draw to Digivice is the instant evolution timer reduction, So you can blast through evolutions. Otherwise you might be just as happy with Digital Monster or Real Digital Monster.

If you are playing the Pendulum Ver. of Digivice there's no care mistake penalties if you like that play style.

[quasi summit]

Sounds good! I think I'll go with Digivice version then. So excited to start enjoying the VH like this!

[naive jackal]

im sure this has been answered a dozen times but i cant find it being saidflat out

does the link mod allow the use of BE dims on a vital hero?

[quasi summit]

I was just looking at the pdf guide, which says no, BEMs aren't compatible

[naive jackal]

dang. i had hoped. thanks for answering

[broken mountain]

anyone knows where I can share custom dims?

[eager harbor]

@broken mountain has leveled up! (0 ➜ 1)

SHINKA!

@broken mountain has evolved into Baby I!

[trim pivot]

That's a sick Jet Jaguar 🔥 There's the CIM CBM discord. That's a specfic community for DIM modding, sharing and resources.

[tawny bolt]

QQ, if i installed the original, backed up my vanilla firmware, Reinstalled the vanilla, and installed pendulum, Is the new backup the same as my old backup?

[trim pivot]

The new backup is now it's own unique restore. It's an easily understood assumption that one backup is good for all but each backup is actually tied to your VH's individual ID and based on the specific DLink ver you installed.

So you'll need to make sure to save this new one one like you did the last one in order to be able to do a restore in the future.

[broken mountain]

thanks dude

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @trim pivot (current: #33 - 59)

[cyan nimbus]

Whoops

I definitely forgot to back it up

[trim pivot]

It backs up automatically on the DIM you used to install it. Did you write over that DIM yet? If not you'll be fine

[cyan nimbus]

I did lol

That's the problem

Since I assumed my original backup was fine

[trim pivot]

Ouch. That's tough, if it's any consolation you are definitely not the first one to do that. You would think backing up the stock firmware would be universal but that's just an example of the complexity of HEX and all it's ID and Dependency requirements

[cyan nimbus]

It's my first time learning that the 1.0 backup and the 1.1 backups are different

I had assumed that the 1.0 backup I made was fine and just reused the DIM card for another thing

Nothing in the instructions said anything about that so

Alas

[trim pivot]

The manual does state to save the backup on your computer. It has a big warning page

[cyan nimbus]

Yeah

I'd probably add in a blurb saying "Make a backup even if you have one from the previous version! The 1.1 backup is different!" or something

[trim pivot]

That's fair. Rereading the manual now I see that it says " As the system works off specific IDs provided by each VH"

One could assume from that, that one restore with the right ID would work for restoring all updates on the same VH.

It will be revised to say that every single update has a unique restore and that you must save every new restore as one restore will not work for the same device for multiple upgrades

[cyan nimbus]

I'm sure by the time 1.2 comes out, I'll have a new band or a way to fix this would be found

So no big deal for me, particularly

[trim pivot]

That's good, I'm glad to hear that

Also, going into the manual, we originally recommended just saving the backup to the computer however, Now we're recommending that the DIM that has the backup be put to the side as well not to be used.. in addition to backing up to the computer for added protection.

Those two combined are the best way to avoid lockout

[stiff panther]

Dam I didn't read the note so I didn't back up the old firmware. I change to the new 1.1 version after found out about it so now I can't update to the new one. Is there really no way to save it?

[stiff panther]

Just realized the chat above me just talked about that lol

[cyan nimbus]

An unfortunately common occurrence

[finite garden]

Ive just woke up and given you a role so you can post there. The custom bins channel is the place to share you actually customs but if you have templates/sprites please set up a thread in projects.

[sacred fractal]

Do you need to waste a dim for this and also does this work with vbbe

[eager harbor]

@sacred fractal has leveled up! (0 ➜ 1)

SHINKA!

@sacred fractal has evolved into Baby I!

[sacred fractal]

Yay

[fiery vale]

1.Yes (sort of) and 2.no.

[sacred fractal]

Oh ok ty

[round idol]

Gave +1 Digi-rep to @fiery vale (current: #100 - 18)

[fiery vale]

For the long answer, read the manual (it's in the zip).

[tawny bolt]

Since it only works on Vital Hero, and every Vital Hero comes with a VS dim, I'd say "waste" is not quite the right term.

You can also back up a normal dim, use the card to install, back up the vh firmware to you computer. and then re-load the dim backup back onto the card.

.
Finally got around to installing and trying out Pendulum today,
Truly fantastic work.
Not going to go too heavy on the VB ecosystem till Vital Helper has a stable release, but my day with it (Digivice mode) was very enjoyable.

[pastel beacon]

Wait. What? Craaaaaaaap. I thought I could just re-use my original backup I had made to restore my VH back to stock for any future releases.

[trim pivot]

Apologies to you and anyone who may have had that misunderstanding. Yes,

Every single new install creates a new backup and that backup voids out the previous backup.

You can use the original backup once to install a new ver. However once that new version is installed and a new backup is made for it, you can't count on the previous backup anymore, you need to rely on the new backup until once again you restore the firmware.

Until recently everyone on the dev team had suggested just backing up the restore unto the computer as at the time we all thought that that was the best solution. Now with more time and experience we have all agreed to suggest to everyone, not writing over their physical restore dim as well in combination with backing up the restore unto a computer for added protection.

Like that new suggestion about keeping the restore on a physical DIM, because of new experience and feedback, the warning in the manual used since ver 1 and our more limited guidance of "save your restore when you install for future updates" which we thought was adequate advice at the time, will now be adjusted to better articulate that every new install creates a new restore that can only be counted on to restore once and that every time you uninstall and install a new version a new unique backup is generated which cancels out the previous one.

With that full understanding, plus saving and not writing over the physical restore dim you used to install makes lock outs very very preventable.

[cyan nimbus]

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Probably should pin this message

[trim pivot]

Training Gear: Digimon Link Pendulum 1.5 | Nurture Train Battle

The evolution continues.

ADV mode grows more Immersive becoming Odyssey

Evolution Timer toggle for Capsule

Added Power Trophy stats now visible + a new ranking system

And more life to Digimon in Ver. Real Digital Monster

And more

Manual for Ver. 1 Legacy has been added as well as various video tutorials within the packet for

Assembling the DIM programmer
Mr. Blinky's program
Asprogrammer
Cfogrady's DIM Modifier
Sway Station's DIM Name Gen DS Tutorial

[lyric hedge]

After using a backup to restore a VH and then do a new install for a new version, is it safe to delete the old backup from the old version?

[trim pivot]

Yes, That backup will no longer be usable. The new backup generated will be the new one you have to take care of.

It's recommended to leave it on the DIM card

[lyric hedge]

Oh okay thanks!

[tawny bolt]

Oh man, I just got around to installing pendulum and there's already an update

[cyan nimbus]

I just sent my friends upgrade dims for 1.1 a few days ago lmfao

And I guess I have to get a new VH sooner than later to get this update installed too, RIP

[turbid notch]

You just CAN'T make it more easy to understand...

Also, thanks for keep working on an already excellent perfect mod 😄