Beginners TX question

[npowell28]

I am looking to upgrade to a 2.4ghz system so i can make use of the programming features. I've got my eye on a hitec optic 6 or optic 6 sport. One of the main features is the model memory but i need to keep cost in mind. THe most expensive thing seems to be the rx's. If i just have one tx and swap it between models, can i still use the model memory feature of the tx?

[dahawk]

No problem. Each time you buy a new rx you must bind it. Once bound to your tx, you can swap it around to other planes. The plane memory stays with the Tx and will work with any bound rx. Hitec, JR, Spektrum are are all nice radios. I have use a Futaba 6EX and can only store 6 planes.

Good luck !

Hawk

[kyleservicetech]

Originally Posted by npowell28

I am looking to upgrade to a 2.4ghz system so i can make use of the programming features. I've got my eye on a hitec optic 6 or optic 6 sport. One of the main features is the model memory but i need to keep cost in mind. THe most expensive thing seems to be the rx's. If i just have one tx and swap it between models, can i still use the model memory feature of the tx?

Spektrum also has nice stuff. Be sure to check out the cost of the receivers on what ever radio system you use, since you can not switch receivers with different brand transmitters.

Spektrum/JR has something called "Model Match" that prevents ever taking off with the wrong model setting in the transmitter. (Think reversed ailerons and guarenteed crash.)

The Spektrum DX6i is a nice starting type of radio system. If you're in the modeling stuff for the long haul, try to buy the best transmitter you can afford. Also make certain it has a rechargeable battery pack if possible. I've been using the Spektrum DX7 transmitter and five AR7000 receivers now for four years, with the fifth season coming up. Just sent the transmitters and five receivers to Horizon Hobby for a checkover. Got it back in five days. They checked everything out, and sent it back with a note indicating for good customer relations, no charge! They even paid return shipping, for a 4 year old radio.

Found out since, this is common policy with Horizon Hobby Spektrum radio systems. Check this out:
http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=65573

[xmech2k]

I think there might be a small communication problem here. Do you mean if you have one receiver and swap it between models? If so, you can still use the model memory feature, but you have to re-bind each time you put it in a different model.

[kyleservicetech]

Originally Posted by xmech2k

I think there might be a small communication problem here. Do you mean if you have one receiver and swap it between models? If so, you can still use the model memory feature, but you have to re-bind each time you put it in a different model.

Or, if each model has EXACTLY the same servo directions on each servo, you could use the same model number and receiver. Still best to just rebind for each model though. That way you keep the servo trims and so forth between models.

[solentlife]

Originally Posted by kyleservicetech

Or, if each model has EXACTLY the same servo directions on each servo, you could use the same model number and receiver. Still best to just rebind for each model though. That way you keep the servo trims and so forth between models.

I'm intrigued by this .....

If I bind my radio - I get a default setting unless I switch to a 'used' model memory ......... like most radio brands mine does not have Model match and that is actually a good point for me as I want to do large models with twin Rx setups.

As I understand from what you post, you are basically referring to Jr / Spekie - you move and then rebind a Rx on a specific memory and Rx then uses that set-up ? and the Rx is now blanked from it's previous binding ? (Any other radio and you don't need to - all you do is put Rx to the other model, change Tx model memory and all works as should)

To original poster ....... honestly - go get extra Rx's and fit - swapping Rx's around is a pain ... given that Hobby King and others cater for various radios with their clone Rx's at much lower prices ... its not worth the hassle. Just make sure you get correct Rx for your Brand of radio.

[npowell28]

Originally Posted by xmech2k

I think there might be a small communication problem here. Do you mean if you have one receiver and swap it between models? If so, you can still use the model memory feature, but you have to re-bind each time you put it in a different model.

Yes that's what i was saying. Use one receiver and change it between models. I don't mind changing it around as long as the binding process doesn't take too long and i can then choose the correct model from the model memory.

The cost of receivers in the UK is mad. £26 for a hitec one. I've been told you can't get an oem type one???

[xmech2k]

As solentlife pointed out, you'll probably find it can really be a pain to swap around. The plugs are tiny, they may not have much wire to work with, you risk damaging the pins in the rcvr, you may mix up what gets plugged in where, etc. It can be done, but I think eventually you'll just get the extra rcvrs.

[npowell28]

Originally Posted by xmech2k

As solentlife pointed out, you'll probably find it can really be a pain to swap around. The plugs are tiny, they may not have much wire to work with, you risk damaging the pins in the rcvr, you may mix up what gets plugged in where, etc. It can be done, but I think eventually you'll just get the extra rcvrs.

Yeah that's the plan. Just can't afford them straight away. I am keen to try a 2.4 tx with the programming features

[solentlife]

Surely there's a 3rd party Rx for Hitec ? Doesn't Hobby King with their Orange / Turnigy do a Hitec equivalent ?

The other way of course is to buy a Hitec .. replace the 2.4Ghz or whatever module it has with a FrSky module and use their gear ... Rx's are cheap but good ... have one of the best interference rejection formats ..

For the price of a Hitec original rx - you could literally buy a FrSky Tx module and Rx combo (non-telemetry) from Hobby King. Or go to Giantcod in UK ... they have all the gear for FrSky ...

Then you only buy the FrSky Rx's at real low prices ...

I fly all my gear on FrSky 8HV Rx's ..

[npowell28]

Originally Posted by solentlife

Surely there's a 3rd party Rx for Hitec ? Doesn't Hobby King with their Orange / Turnigy do a Hitec equivalent ?

The other way of course is to buy a Hitec .. replace the 2.4Ghz or whatever module it has with a FrSky module and use their gear ... Rx's are cheap but good ... have one of the best interference rejection formats ..

For the price of a Hitec original rx - you could literally buy a FrSky Tx module and Rx combo (non-telemetry) from Hobby King. Or go to Giantcod in UK ... they have all the gear for FrSky ...

Then you only buy the FrSky Rx's at real low prices ...

I fly all my gear on FrSky 8HV Rx's ..

Oh can you do that then. I didn't realise you could remove the module. Great idea if you can..

[solentlife]

Friend of mine has exactly that - hitec with frsky. He flies helicopters so its full spec.

[slipstick]

Note : the Optic 6 has a replaceable RF module. The cheaper Optic 6 SPORT which you said you were also looking at does not.

Steve

[Paulo69]

If you havn't purchased a radio yet, the DX6i and HK Orange receivers are the way to go ...

[solentlife]

I was amazed that it's taken so long for Spektrum boys to latch onto this thread !!

[slipstick]

There are still a few of us who like to answer the question asked rather than push FrSky, Spektrum, Futaba etc when that wasn't what the OP was asking about .

Steve

[dkrhardy]

Originally Posted by Paulo69

If you havn't purchased a radio yet, the DX6i and HK Orange receivers are the way to go ...

Or a DX8 with orange rcvrs .. get the sats!
Don

[solentlife]

As Slipstick said - some of us like to answer the OP question ....

As said - and another also .... look at a modular Hitec ... rustle up the dosh for a FrSky module and RX ...

You then have a system that Rx's are cheaper ... you have option to go for Telemetry ... the Freq Hopping is far superior to most other gear ...

So you get a good combo - that later if you get a more channel set - you can still use same module / Rx's ... and benefit from more channels / functions ..............

I think the Hitec uses JR compatible FrSky - so even if you changed to Spektrum / JR or other JR compatible system - the FrSky goes with you again !

It's all about what you spend those hard earned $ on ... and how to do it economically ...

My pal really likes his Hitec + FrSky ... flies his CopterX 450, Belt CPv3 on it and soon to add a Jettiger EDF ...

[solentlife]

Originally Posted by slipstick

There are still a few of us who like to answer the question asked rather than push FrSky, Spektrum, Futaba etc when that wasn't what the OP was asking about .

Steve

hang on ... the FrSky is to actually benefit his choice of Hitec ... so he can buy Rx's at lower price than Hitec's ... and also get the improved Freq Hopping / Telemetry etc.

[solentlife]

Originally Posted by Gohmer

Lots of "Spektrum fan's" here, and for good reason. "Latch onto" better describes your contribution. If you have no experience with Spektrum systems please don't tell us how they work.

My DX-7 binds two receivers to the same model memory just fine for my twins. It will probably bind more, I haven't tried that so I won't tell you it will.

Good for you ... 'm glad that you are happy ...

Now go and answer HIS question ....

He NEVER asked for people to tell him to buy Spektrum ... I stayed with his intent - to sort possibilities with HIS choice of Hitec ... to help him in finding economic route to Rx's etc. in HIS choice of radio.

Finally - re-read the relevant post that you are now supposedly using - you will find that I made it in question form if possible - not made statement as you now imply ...

I don't need your answer anyway - there are others who answer in much more amenable way ...