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Radio Gear Stuff
In this section there will from time to time be
info on what is happening in the world of radio control systems that are used to
control the models.
I will kick off this section with just some
simple comments on what I have recently been trying.
Earlier this year I took a calculated risk and
bought a couple of JR synthesised receivers to use with my Hitec Optic 6
and Hitec Eclipse 7 transmitters equipped with Spectra modules to try
out and see if they really did make life at the poolside easier by eliminating
channel conflicts. To date they have worked very well with no range or control
issues.
I had some, probably unfounded, misgivings about having to pull the Spectra
module out of the TX each time I wanted to change a frequency. I felt, that long
term, the constant removal and refitting of the module in the TX's would make
the connections faulty.
Enter the Multiplex Cockpit SX fully
synthesized radio system. This is an elegant radio both in operation and design.
No modules to remove and refit in order to change frequency. Just press a dial
and select the frequency you want. Then just tune the receiver to the selected
frequency. It is also the only FM TX that I have never had to pull apart in
order to remove the left sail trim stick self-centering operation. Just an
adjustable screw
accessible from outside the back of the case does the trick. No springs to
remove using only clumsy fingers, tweezers, long nosed pliers, etc., etc. It is slimmer in design than
either of the two radio's mentioned earlier, making it easier to hold. It is
simply elegant. Almost a work of art one might say. I do love beautiful things.
But what I really pined for was a Spektrum 2.4Ghz system. I had stayed away from
the DX3 and then the DX6 radio's because I had concerns about range. Then the Spektrum
DX7 came along promising that range was to the limits of one's vision. Well,
I had to try that one, didn't I, and I bought what must have been one of the
first units in this country. It works a treat, and is as far as I can tell equal in range to all the 36Mhz FM radio sets I have used. And with the
knowledge that I don't even need to select a free frequency, no matter how
easily I can now do that, there is a lot going for the DX7. It is also
equivalent to a fully synthesised system although it works differently to the
36Mhz stuff.
There is a difference though between synthesised 36Mhz radio's and the Spectrum
system. Something that FM still has going for it despite what Spektrum has to
offer. Both systems have their strong points and their weaknesses when compared
to each other.
Stay tuned for further comments/thoughts soon. On second thoughts, please
just visit the Forum where further experiences/comments/thoughts will be
discussed.
I have recently
received this email newsletter from Spektrum. It has some damn good stuff in it. I must
state that there is no pecuniary interest whatsoever in my promotion of the
Spektrum System(s). I have personally bought and paid for a number of
DX7 systems from different suppliers. The publication of this newsletter on this
website, is made because I believe with these latest developments from these
people, radio yachting stands to benefit.
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DX6i
6-Channel Full Range Radio
Without Servos MD2
The 6-channel
DX6i uses the
same full-range DSM2 technology
found in the Spektrum DX7 and
includes an impressive list of
programming features for both
airplanes and helicopters that
are simple to access and use. It
comes with the new AR6200 DSM2
6-channel receiver that is
robust enough to use in large
models yet compact enough to fit
in many parkflyers. The DX6i is
also compatible with all
existing Spektrum aircraft
receivers. Whatever kind of
flying you do, the DX6i can be
adapted to most any model in
your existing collection that
requires 6-channels or less.
Learn more about the DX6i
6-Channel Full Range Radio. |
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DSM2
9-Channel Power Safe Receiver
The AR9100 is
designed for models using
multiple servos that draw excess
current or multiple high-torque
servos, such as giant-scale
airplanes and jet models. It
features a robust power bus
designed to manage high-current
loads, as well as dual 16AWG
battery input leads with EC3
connectors for use with larger
battery packs. This makes it
possible to support high-current
systems straight through the
AR9100 without the need for a
separate power system. As an
added measure of safety,
Spektrum designed the AR9100
with a soft switch. Servo
current is routed around the
switch so, should it fail for
any reason, power to the system
will not be interrupted.
Learn more about the DSM2
9-Channel Power Safe Receiver. |
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Digital
Servo Programmer
Spektrum’s
Digital Servo Programmer
offers the ultimate
combination of precision and
customization for digital micro
servo users. Features like
3-point programming, high-speed
input and three servo modes make
the Digital Servo Programmer
perfect for parkflyers, micro
heli pilots and indoor foamie
pilots. The DSP allows users to
program their servos for optimum
operation in whatever function
they need, and the customization
potential offered by the Digital
Servo Programmer lets micro
servo users experience the
precision and smooth response
offered by larger servos and
aircraft without sacrificing
performance.
Learn more about the Digital
Servo Programmer. |
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6.0-Gram Super Sub-Micro
Digital Programmable Servo
The DSP60
offers superior speed, torque
and precision for this class,
and includes complete mounting
hardware and an assortment of
servo arms. You can optimize its
performance for specific
applications like airplanes,
helicopters and tail rotors, by
adjusting the end points, gain
and even direction using the
Digital Servo Programmer (SPMDSP–sold
separately). The DSP60 is ideal
for smaller electric models like
3D profile foamies and micro-helis.
Learn more about the 6.0-Gram
Super Sub-Micro Digital
Programmable Servo. |
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7.5-Gram Super Sub-Micro
Digital Programmable Servo
The DSP75
offers superior speed, torque
and precision for its class, and
includes complete mounting
hardware and an assortment of
servo arms. You can optimize its
performance for specific
applications like airplanes,
helicopters and tail rotors by
adjusting the end points, gain
and even direction using the
Digital Servo Programmer (SPMDSP–sold
separately). The DSP75 is a
great choice for parkflyers as
well as mini- and micro-helis.
Learn more about the 7.5-Gram
Super Sub-Micro Digital
Programmable Servo. |
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Dual
Voltage Regulator
The VR5203
provides regulated voltage
protection for up to two servo
functions with two input ports
and two output ports. This
unique component eliminates the
danger of higher voltage power
systems to standard voltage
servos by being placed in
between the receiver and the
servo needing regulation. This
allows the rest of the system to
work at a desired voltage.
Learn more about the Dual
Voltage Regulator. |
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6.0V
Ni-MH Receiver Packs
Designed to
be the ideal battery pack for
use with Spektrum’s AR9100
receiver, and built to fit
easily into nearly any fuselage,
the 6.0V, 5-cell receiver packs
from Spektrum offer high
capacity Sanyo cells, an
installed EC3 lead for quick and
easy usage, and a 6” JR charge
lead for added convenience.
Receiver Packs in the line
include:
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1650mAh 6.0V NiMH Receiver Pack
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2150mAh 6.0V NiMH Receiver Pack
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2700mAh 6.0V NiMH Receiver Pack
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4500mAh 6.0V NiMH Receiver Pack
Learn more about the 6.0V Ni-MH
Receiver Packs. |
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