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11-22-2009, 08:34 AM | #141 (permalink) | |
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11-22-2009, 10:04 AM | #142 (permalink) |
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You are right, I should make a reliable connector in the first place.
I have to decide where to send it for repair. I could not find an email of international service on Japanese site, and don't fill like sending it without prior confirmation is a good idea. |
11-22-2009, 11:35 AM | #143 (permalink) |
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Ahhhh... I was wondering how in the heck you got a 3 wire plug in there backwards. The two wire plug explains it.
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11-22-2009, 11:54 AM | #144 (permalink) |
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Yes I used the 2S connector as is (red plastic on the picture). Of course it was "temporary" until I make the proper connector.
http://www.dealextreme.com/productim...ku_10783_1.jpg One time I inserted it the right direction, but it shifted it a little bit, the rest you already know. On this radio the circuit gets powered even before you turn on the power switch, that is how "display" button works. |
11-22-2009, 01:14 PM | #145 (permalink) |
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Send it to Global and the best Sanwa service tech on the planet will fix it.
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11-23-2009, 10:41 AM | #146 (permalink) |
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Your advice/help needed ...
To TMoore and Finless Bob ...
I don't know if you guys know anything about the Aurora9 but I'm hoping that you guys can help me make a decision as to what radio to get. I'm in the market for a full function 2.4Ghz radio now that I've "tested" 2.4Ghz for the last 2 to three years with my relatively cheap BUT trusty Futaba 6EX. But here's my dilemma ... I can't decide between Hitec's new Aurora 9, Futaba's 10CAG or Airtronics' SD-10G! I like some things about all of them and have a few dislikes about them too. Now since I've always been a Futaba man (based on this thread I get the sense that you are/were too, Finless!)my first tendancy was to lean Futaba's way but one of the things that I do NOT like about them is the fact that their receivers are very expensive relative to the other players. So the 10 CAG is actually THIRD on my list of choices. So it's really between the Aurora 9 and the SD-10G. I am finding it hard to counter the fact that the Aurora 9 receivers seem downright CHEAP compared to even the SD-10G's receivers. (which as has been pointed out seem to be going up in price every so often. ) Anyways, since you guys are all Airtronics owners/fans I would expect you to be biased towards the SD-10G! HOWEVER, I'm hoping that some of you may have had this same dilemma and therefore could tell me WHY you chose this radio over the Hitec Aurora 9 even given the fact that their receivers are so much more inexpensive? Also ... how does the SD-10G measure up relative to these features? http://www.troybuiltmodels.com/ns/ma...ison_Chart.pdf Thanks for your help! Colin. P.S Truth be known I REALLY like the SD-10G and am just looking for confirmation so I can justify spending the $137 more (see below) than on the Aurora9 cause brother's on a strict budget over here! Here's how the cost breaks down for me as I only need three 7 channel receivers for my applications: SD-10G + a 7 channel receiver = $440 Two extra 7 ch receivers = $138 Total = $578 Aurora 9 + 7 ch receiver = $399 FREE extra 7 ch receiver based on coupon = $0 Third extra 7 channel rec based on coupon = $42 Total= $441 |
11-23-2009, 11:41 AM | #147 (permalink) |
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Why aren't the 9 channel Hitec RX's shipping? You would expect them to have their flagship RX for their flagship TX but where is it? I would ask that question.
Airtronics 10 channel RX comes with the SD10G. TM |
11-23-2009, 01:38 PM | #148 (permalink) |
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I can't give you a comparison between the two but I can tell you the biggest reason for me purchasing the 10G was the switch assignments and mixing capabilities. Pretty much comparable to a 14ch with some extras. Almost all switches are 3 position and you can change anything to anything. About the only thing this radio doesn't have that I've noticed is swash expo. Not a big deal because I don't use it anyway. I couldn't be happier with my 10G.
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11-23-2009, 02:44 PM | #149 (permalink) |
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Things to consider...
Airtronics has:
10, 8, 7, 6, and 5 channel receivers available or scheduled for delivery soon removable expansion card to back up or share programming usb cord to backup programming, update software user calibration for gimbals, no need to send radio in fastest response on the planet!! assignable channels assignable switches: all three position stick switches quick access to models model/ memory bank matching, better than model match no brown outs end user can buy each and every part of the radio to service it themselves-unbelievable, but true!! second to none customer service if you don't want to do repairs yourself amazing manual that explain each function, a use for the function, an example of the function, and how to program the function: yep every feature is clearly explained and detailed true frequency hopping, best way to implement 2.4 for many reasons 2 cell lipo ready balances perfectly out of the box longest range on the market retractable antennae finless bob is doing videos on the sd-10g custom menus available for each and every model you program powerful swash plate control plenty of space between switches for guys with big paws programmable switches to move functions within reach for guys with small paws MUCH easier to program than the Aurora from my perspective no remote antennaes required for any application receiver antennaes simply snap into place, no soldering to repair, and they don't break off! inflight adjustments for any programming function is easy with toggle switch |
11-23-2009, 07:18 PM | #151 (permalink) | |
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11-23-2009, 08:00 PM | #152 (permalink) |
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SD10G Swash setting
Hi guys i've been using d 10G for abt a wk now.... loving it by d day . Lotsa cool features n stuff. But i'm having a bit of difficulty wz the swash settings. Kinda complicated for me to understand d set up. Got everything set up on my 450size wz CP3B swash type. When i power up n move the cyclic stick; the cyclics didnt move d way it shud wz my inputs. Den i gotta go back n re-set the values on the swash settings n do some servo reversing. It took me quite a while till i finally got it rite Is thr any upcoming vids to show or simplify on how to understand the swash settings? It cud b a gr8 help b4 i start setting up my 500size wz AT tx/rx.
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11-23-2009, 08:30 PM | #153 (permalink) | |
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-Get all linkages mechanically correct (90 degress, etc...) -With the motor unplugged or engine not running, center both sticks. -Move your cyclic (right) stick... see what servos are moving in the wrong direction and change their direction. -Apply small amounts of servo centering adjustments so the swash plate is level and your blades have zero degrees pitch. You should not need to adjust by more than about 10%, if you do you probably need to reposition your servo arm(s) -Proceed to adjust your rates, curves and other stuff as needed. |
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11-23-2009, 09:06 PM | #154 (permalink) | |
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As for the Aurora 9, I have never seen one in use or tried one. Heck I didn't even know you could get one yet? Bob
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11-24-2009, 10:49 AM | #155 (permalink) |
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Antenna HAS to be extended?
Ok ... I'm on the verge on getting this awesome radio ... one last concern though that maybe someone can address for me.
I notice and have read that the antenna has to be extended for "full range" use. Yet in some posts there seems to be some ambiguity in that statement as if to say ... its not REALLY necessary unless you're like one of the sailplane boys who REALLY spec out their planes! So which is it? I can see this presenting a potential problem for us "somewhat forgetfull" folks! Remember the old days (72Mhz ) when once in a blue moon ... you just might forget to extend your antenna? (cmon' you know you've done it at some point!) And that was with this long metal thing that sticks miles out in front of you! Now with our little stubby antennas I can see that being even more of a potential given this "option" of extending or not. So here's my question ... how much range CAN one get in the collapsed position? I know "range" is subjective ... but lets use a hypothetical plane as an example. Can one spec out say a 54" wingspan type aerobat (eg: 3D Hobby shop extra) in the collapsed position? Thanks! Colin. |
11-24-2009, 11:11 AM | #156 (permalink) |
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OK back to our regularly scheduled program! Things are slowing down now with real job, etc, etc... So more videos will be up today or tomorrow at the latest! Going to try and finish the radio overview this week and get on with the Pantera build too...
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11-24-2009, 11:34 AM | #157 (permalink) |
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Range
You really only need to extend the antennae if you plan to launch your plane, hop in a car, drive down the road a couple of miles, use a bluetooth for your cell phone to listen to stick inputs needed while your buddy at the flying field is telling you what the model is doing. Follow his commands, wriggle the sticks, and your plane should be fine....just kidding of course!
You will never fly your mentioned model out of range with the antennae in the retracted position. Yes, the sailplane guys fly so high that they only see the model during part of the circle circuit. They have HUGE wings, too, so they are very, very, very high up there. The SD-10G can outfly any radio from the current competition, all without special additional antennaes on the receivers. Tyler |
11-24-2009, 01:01 PM | #158 (permalink) |
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I have never flown with my SD-10G antenna in the extended position, and I don't even bother to unfold the antenna from a horizontal position. I have never noticed any cut outs or poor response... the radio just works. I fly 50-size glow and 450-size electrics, sometimes far enough away to make it difficult to see.
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11-24-2009, 08:39 PM | #159 (permalink) | |
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11-24-2009, 08:58 PM | #160 (permalink) |
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You should be able to get the swash moving in the correct directions by just using servo reversing. What directions are currently wrong? Also, what heli are you setting up... there is a chance someone here has already set up one with the SD-10G. What swash plate type do you have selected?
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