MAJOR 2.4 Ghz Spread Spectrum Release! A FlyingGiants Exclusive!

[Wavy Davy]

	Quote: Originally Posted by Ronbo
	Can the conversion use the smaller spectrum recievers? IE, park flyer style like the Dx7 has or is the ar9000 the only one it can use at this time? (in april?)

I just read this:
For the new Spectrum JR, Futaba-Hitec modules...... The module systems are DSM2 technology, they are not compatible with DSM1 receivers, so the AR6000/BR6000 for the DX6 TX will not work with the Spectrum JR, Futaba-Hitec module TX systems. Can't be used with your inexpensive 6ch Spectrum Park Flyer RXs (not so good).

[gwh]

Paul,

I have seen no mention about ModelMatch and ServoSync with the modules.

I assume that the support for those features in in the DX7 is not available in the modules.

It looks like a comparison between a DX7 (and a mythical DX9) versus a 9C or 9303 with a module be something like:

Faster Servo Response DX7
ModelMatch and ServoSync DX7
Use 72 hz and 2.4 G hz Module
Timers set to throttle Module

Any other differences?

[JustinG]

The AR6100 parkflyer receiver is DSM2, lighter and smaller than the AR6000, and will work with these modules.

[1bwana1]

The modules cannot work with the DX6 parkflyer RX. But they can work with the 6100 DX7 parkflyer RX. It is a light weight, small 6 channel RX so is perfect for your small planes and foamies. The module system will cover foamies to Giant Scale.

-STEVE-

[mverheggen]

He there,

This is great news !!!

Usable on the FUT 9Z?

[mverheggen]

Awesome !!

useable on the 9Z ?

[Boulder]

	Quote: Originally Posted by Redwings
	I am so glad Futaba spent so much time and research dollars on the MZ and is getting left in the dust by JR!!

Not much dust since this is a Spectrum system, not a JR system. Horizon is the distributor not the manufacturer. It's obvious the transmitters are JR units, that's what he started with, but the big story is Paul is making these compatible with all of the major brands.

BIG PROPS TO PAUL!!!!!

[Wavy Davy]

The lack of compatability with DX6 receivers is a problem unless Spectrum or Horizon is going to offer free/inexpensive trade in upgrades for these "older" RXs

[Boulder]

	Quote: Originally Posted by Wavy Davy
	The lack of compatability with DX6 receivers is a problem unless Spectrum or Horizon is going to offer free/inexpensive trade in upgrades for these "older" RXs

There should still be a market for that receiver since there will be a lot of entry level pilots using the DX6 as a beginner radio. A couple of extra receivers are always a good thing to have when you fly foamies, it's nice to have a back-up ready.

[gwh]

The resale on a AR6000 is pretty strong right now.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Spektrum-DX6-6-c...QQcmdZViewItem

http://cgi.ebay.com/Spektrum-AR6000-...QQcmdZViewItem

[fun_fly_3d]

	Quote: Originally Posted by JimC-MD
	SCHWING! One note/question. With the 40 number being the maximum safe limit it sounds like radio impound at large events will still be a requirement to prevent the scenario where many people are flying or getting in the que and too many others are "just fiddling and tweaking" planes in the pits type of thing. So the habit of radio "control" should not be flushed too quickly. Would the above be an accurate and safe statement? Thank you for all the information so far. Max, dude, you should be a proud puppy. This site has done nothing but get better since I have been a member.

no need. if the transmitter does not have 2 free channels to use, it will not allow itself to communicate with the reciever(s). It needs two channels. if it doesn't have them, it will not talk to the plane. At least this is what i understand of the 2.4system. correct me if I am wrong.

Brian

[flyingklown]

The Spektrum Modules Only 8 channels on the 14MZ. And you have to set your Xmitter to PPM (FM) to get it to work, so you won't have Failsafe.
Still waiting for Xtreme link! But still cool and nice!

[madmax]

Horizon Support Staff - THANK YOU! For coming online and answering questions for our community. This is excellent support, and dissemination of information, and we appreciate it!!

FG Crew - Please keep 'em coming! This is more than exciting, and we're very fortunate to have these guys helping us out.

[Boulder]

	Quote: Originally Posted by flyingklown
	The Spektrum Modules Only 8 channels on the 14MZ. And you have to set your Xmitter to PPM (FM) to get it to work, so you won't have Failsafe. Still waiting for Xtreme link! But still cool and nice!

Read back a few pages flyingklown, failsafe is fully supported in the receiver and is set up during the binding process.

[aviti]

The 9 channel receiver for JR appears to have 9 channel slots plus 2 additional slots that are perpendicular to the 9 channels. Are there additional slots for battery inputs? I'm hoping so because I have a 35% plane that uses 8 channels for servos and needs 2 more slots for my dual batteries. Otherwise, if you had to use 2 of your channel slots for batteries you'd only have 7 channels left for servos.