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Mercuriell · 03-04-2011, 02:16 AM

Been hearing good things about this radio for a while - with the recent release of v3 of its firmware update with enticing goodies like multiple gyro control, ready for the Futaba FBL GY750 and stick calibration I had to get one to check out

FIrst video is an overview and updating the firmware - plan to follow by review of the menu functions, some of the new features - like swash end travel trimming and then a complete A-Z set up on one of my helis - probably the Furion 450 for starters - maybe Bob will chip in with his vast Futaba expertise and experience

Video 1 - Futaba T8FG transmitter - overview and firmware update - wmv 81MB

Video 2 - Futaba T8FG - Navigation of Menus - wmv - 54MB

Video 3 - New Features in v3 Firmware upgrade of T8FG transmitter - wmv - 44 MB

Video 4 - Setting Gyro Gain on the CGY750 using the T8FG - wmv - 188MB

Video 5 - Setting up the swash on a new flybarred heli - wmv 29MB

Video 6 - Single-axis gyro gain setup on the 8FG

Skyeman · 03-04-2011, 06:00 AM

Excellent video. Well done John. Just followed instructions for upgrade ..........hey it works! ( What else do you expect from Futaba.)

Big question is, will it cause any unforseen problems on T500FBL with Beast X? Flew o.k.

Look forward to further videos.

ChrisH · 03-04-2011, 02:17 PM

Very nice John! If you have any questions feel free to ask, I have had my 8FG for over a year now

Sage · 03-06-2011, 02:53 PM

Right on time

.

Planing to switch from Spektrum to Futaba Tx very soon.

ChrisH · 03-06-2011, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sage

Right on time

.

Planing to switch from Spektrum to Futaba Tx very soon.

You will not regret it!

HeliBenj · 03-07-2011, 03:02 PM

Nice vid John, looking forward to the series!
Piotr, I just switched from X9303, couldn't be happier! It's nice with the vbar also, not to mention upcoming CGY750. Mine ordered from Germany came with a 2800 mAh LiIon and charger, and Sbus receiver

Mercuriell · 03-08-2011, 04:10 AM

Next up we cover the menu navigation using the compact SensorTouch gizmo - it works well but takes a little getting used too - most of the functions pretty obvious but that S1 switch on the bottom has lots of functions so that's the learning point !

Video - Futaba 8FG - Navigation of Menus - wmv - 54MB

JAG1 · 03-08-2011, 03:27 PM

FANTASTIC!!! cheers mate.

why is the warning alarm so quiet?????

troubledpetey · 03-08-2011, 04:02 PM

funny, ive just ordered one of these to replace my speccy gear

Slickrick450 · 03-09-2011, 01:27 AM

Can't wait for full reviews and setups. Thanks!!

HeliBenj · 03-09-2011, 01:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JAG1

FANTASTIC!!! cheers mate.

why is the warning alarm so quiet?????

For me it's the only flaw on this radio... It seems it won't be cured with any firmware upgrade, the buzzer is already giving it's max...

n8ksc · 03-10-2011, 08:46 PM

Hello John,
I have had this TX for about a year and love it. The addition of 3.0 firmware update is great allowing extra channels for using S.Bus. I also have a 10C and hardly ever use it anymore. I like this TX alot more. Also RC SCREEN PROTECTERS makes a nice screen protector for the display you get a couple in the package.
Steve

Scott1115 · 03-15-2011, 10:22 PM

Is there any way someone could link me the update file? I cannot get Winzip to unzip the file. Not sure why.

Thanks

Mercuriell · 03-16-2011, 04:09 PM

There's actually 6 files in the .zip and I'd say you need them all so I'd retry downloading the .zip and maybe a different unzipper of which there are many on the web.

BigMc70 · 03-16-2011, 07:26 PM

Try winrar works great for me

Scott1115 · 03-16-2011, 09:19 PM

Thanks! I removed and re-installed winzip and now it works. Will be updating this weekend.

guitarherowanab · 03-19-2011, 09:16 PM

well done....i LOVE this radio! it took a bit of learning at first, but i can program a new heli in no time flat....futaba rules

rob

mcaccamise · 03-22-2011, 06:01 PM

First off the vidos are verry helpful and im liking my new TX im also now getting into the gassers and would like to ask if anybody could help with some info for getting me going
with some basic pre sets for the T8fg for gass heli's im waiting for the new Gy750 FBL to come out and would like to have my transmitter programmed for a first flight when the gyro is installed.Thanks for any help in advance Mike.

Mercuriell · 03-23-2011, 05:21 AM

I'm also eagerly waiting arrival of my GY750 and you can be sure I'll be covering that !

Zaaaguy72 · 03-27-2011, 08:47 AM

I have noticed that a few T8FG users have removed some switches because of the very tight placement by Futaba. Are there any instructions on how to do this? Where can the caps that replace the switches be purchased from?

Thank you for answers in advance.

03-04-2011, 02:16 AM	#1 (permalink)
Mercuriell HF Support Join Date: Sep 2006	Futaba T8FG Transmitter Review Been hearing good things about this radio for a while - with the recent release of v3 of its firmware update with enticing goodies like multiple gyro control, ready for the Futaba FBL GY750 and stick calibration I had to get one to check out FIrst video is an overview and updating the firmware - plan to follow by review of the menu functions, some of the new features - like swash end travel trimming and then a complete A-Z set up on one of my helis - probably the Furion 450 for starters - maybe Bob will chip in with his vast Futaba expertise and experience Video 1 - Futaba T8FG transmitter - overview and firmware update - wmv 81MB Video 2 - Futaba T8FG - Navigation of Menus - wmv - 54MB Video 3 - New Features in v3 Firmware upgrade of T8FG transmitter - wmv - 44 MB Video 4 - Setting Gyro Gain on the CGY750 using the T8FG - wmv - 188MB Video 5 - Setting up the swash on a new flybarred heli - wmv 29MB Video 6 - Single-axis gyro gain setup on the 8FG Attached Thumbnails __________________ John Last edited by Mercuriell; 03-23-2012 at 05:02 PM..

03-04-2011, 06:00 AM	#2 (permalink)
Skyeman Registered Users Join Date: Jul 2007	Review T8FG Excellent video. Well done John. Just followed instructions for upgrade ..........hey it works! ( What else do you expect from Futaba.) Big question is, will it cause any unforseen problems on T500FBL with Beast X? Flew o.k. Look forward to further videos. Last edited by Skyeman; 03-04-2011 at 09:59 AM.. Reason: update

03-06-2011, 02:53 PM	#4 (permalink)
Sage Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2009	Right on time . Planing to switch from Spektrum to Futaba Tx very soon. __________________ Piotr

03-07-2011, 03:02 PM	#6 (permalink)
HeliBenj Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2009	Nice vid John, looking forward to the series! Piotr, I just switched from X9303, couldn't be happier! It's nice with the vbar also, not to mention upcoming CGY750. Mine ordered from Germany came with a 2800 mAh LiIon and charger, and Sbus receiver __________________ Ben Goblin 500 IKON w/ gov, Quantum 4115-1200, Hitec 5245, BLS251 DX8, RF6

03-08-2011, 04:10 AM	#7 (permalink)
Mercuriell HF Support Thread Starter Join Date: Sep 2006	Menu Navigation Next up we cover the menu navigation using the compact SensorTouch gizmo - it works well but takes a little getting used too - most of the functions pretty obvious but that S1 switch on the bottom has lots of functions so that's the learning point ! Video - Futaba 8FG - Navigation of Menus - wmv - 54MB Attached Thumbnails __________________ John

03-04-2011, 02:17 PM	#3 (permalink)
ChrisH HF Support Join Date: Aug 2007	Very nice John! If you have any questions feel free to ask, I have had my 8FG for over a year now

03-08-2011, 03:27 PM	#8 (permalink)
JAG1 Registered Users Join Date: Feb 2007	FANTASTIC!!! cheers mate. why is the warning alarm so quiet????? __________________ Align 700L TOP Spartan Vortex VX1n Align 550DFC V3 Spartan Vortex VX1n (the dogs nuts!) Blade 180CFX Futaba 8FG

03-08-2011, 04:02 PM	#9 (permalink)
troubledpetey Registered Users Join Date: Mar 2009	funny, ive just ordered one of these to replace my speccy gear __________________ Thunder Tiger UK Team Raptor G4 FBL sponsored by Rapicon fuels, Optipower, Model Heli Services, Thunder Tiger, EvoRC http://www.youtube.com/user/squeakypete1?feature=mhum

03-09-2011, 01:27 AM	#10 (permalink)
Slickrick450 Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2010	Can't wait for full reviews and setups. Thanks!!

03-10-2011, 08:46 PM	#12 (permalink)
n8ksc Registered Users Join Date: Mar 2009	Hello John, I have had this TX for about a year and love it. The addition of 3.0 firmware update is great allowing extra channels for using S.Bus. I also have a 10C and hardly ever use it anymore. I like this TX alot more. Also RC SCREEN PROTECTERS makes a nice screen protector for the display you get a couple in the package. Steve Last edited by n8ksc; 03-15-2011 at 11:05 PM..

03-15-2011, 10:22 PM	#13 (permalink)
Scott1115 Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2010	Is there any way someone could link me the update file? I cannot get Winzip to unzip the file. Not sure why. Thanks

03-16-2011, 04:09 PM	#14 (permalink)
Mercuriell HF Support Thread Starter Join Date: Sep 2006	There's actually 6 files in the .zip and I'd say you need them all so I'd retry downloading the .zip and maybe a different unzipper of which there are many on the web. __________________ John

03-16-2011, 07:26 PM	#15 (permalink)
BigMc70 Registered Users Join Date: Mar 2008	Try winrar works great for me __________________ Raymond McFaul Team Grand RC

03-16-2011, 09:19 PM	#16 (permalink)
Scott1115 Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2010	winzip Thanks! I removed and re-installed winzip and now it works. Will be updating this weekend.

03-19-2011, 09:16 PM	#17 (permalink)
guitarherowanab Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: May 2008	well done....i LOVE this radio! it took a bit of learning at first, but i can program a new heli in no time flat....futaba rules rob __________________ i have some helicopters and a box to control them with satellites es pro tractus! keep calm and don't panic

03-22-2011, 06:01 PM	#18 (permalink)
mcaccamise Registered Users Join Date: May 2010	8FG First off the vidos are verry helpful and im liking my new TX im also now getting into the gassers and would like to ask if anybody could help with some info for getting me going with some basic pre sets for the T8fg for gass heli's im waiting for the new Gy750 FBL to come out and would like to have my transmitter programmed for a first flight when the gyro is installed.Thanks for any help in advance Mike.

03-23-2011, 05:21 AM	#19 (permalink)
Mercuriell HF Support Thread Starter Join Date: Sep 2006	I'm also eagerly waiting arrival of my GY750 and you can be sure I'll be covering that ! __________________ John

03-27-2011, 08:47 AM	#20 (permalink)
Zaaaguy72 Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2007	I have noticed that a few T8FG users have removed some switches because of the very tight placement by Futaba. Are there any instructions on how to do this? Where can the caps that replace the switches be purchased from? Thank you for answers in advance.

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