Tom E:
You can find the Atmel VS 7.0 source code, binaries, AVRDude batch files, some revision history notes, and the manual in docx and PDF format here on the “BLF Q8” shared google drive folder.
Little cheat, power on the Q8 and immediately power it off to disable indicator/beacon untill next power on.
Joechina made a cheat sheet: New BLF GT Narsil M Cheat Sheet for v1.2 NEW VERSION
CRX added Narsil (M and Q8) here: Flashlight User Interface Cheatsheets
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Thanks for getting the BLF Q8 flashlight!
This light is a cooperation between flashlight lovers gathered on the website budgetlightforum.com and quality manufacturer Thorfire.
For more information see: bit.ly/blfq8
For a manual for how to use and configure the software on the flashlight see: bit.ly/narsilinfo
Before using this flashlight please take the time to read about how to safely treat the batteries/cells for the flashlight here: bit.ly/lionsafety (Information in several languages)
The BLF Q8 is a very powerful flashlight that requires some knowledge before and during use.
The Q8 is intended to be used with button top cells.
The use of protected cells is highly recommended.
Please make sure to install the cells correct, the button in the direction of the head/LEDs.
The Q8 is a very bright flashlight, do not point the beam at others.
Never leave the flashlight ON unattended.
The Q8 is not a toy, do not let children play with it.
Hold it when in use to monitor the temperatures and turn the light off or switch to a lower mode when it starts to become really warm.
Turn the Q8 off and let it cool if it gets hot.
Use the lock-out sequence to deactivate the switch before putting the Q8 in a pocket or bag.
When you want to store the light for a longer period of time, make sure it is clean and dry and in case you want to keep cells in it, lock the current by unscrewing the battery tube a bit (turn the light on, unscrew until it goes off).
It is advised to clean the outer parts of the light periodically.
Every couple of months check the threads, adding a bit of grease to the threads if needed.
When you encounter a problem please share it in the above linked BLF Q8 thread.
The Q8 is developed with flashlight modders in mind.
If you want to modify the flashlight, make sure you know what you are doing and/or start a thread on budgetlightforum.com on your planned mod, the friendly and experienced community will surely help you with solid advice.
And above all, enjoy this beast of a light!
Initializer of the project declares that,
the BLF Q8 flashlight,
manufactured by Thorfire,
2nd Floor West, Building A, Yi Li Technology Park, DaHe Industrial Zone, Guanlan Town, Longhua New District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China. 518000,
conforms to EU legislation,
and so do the manufacturing and quality control practices for it