The end of 14MZ Supremacy near?

[Steve Neu]

Originally Posted by krysta

Hi Guys,

You can swap modules in the US between 72Mhz and 50Mhz easily by simply changing out the modules, but remember that if you want to go from 72Mhz to 35Mhz, 40Mhz, or 29Mhz, your transmitter will need to have the country code changed by the distributor in that country first for the new module to work.

If you know who to ask overseas there is a solution to Futaba USA's very dumb method of trying to prevent radio migration. There is a software patch for the 12Z and 14MZ which gets rid of the regional problems--and there is a "international" module available too.

It is really dumb in my opinion for Futaba to put a ball and chain around radios that are likely to be used for international contests!

Steve

[ClayK]

Originally Posted by RedViper

Then that would make the DX9 the new 600HP Viper. Alot cheaper and way faster!

Cute, but not quite. Having driven a Viper and a Ferrari, I'll choose the Ferrari (I'm speaking literally here, not figuratively even though the analogy is also applicable). Viper might have some muscle behind it, so does the Ferrari (their 0-60 times are close, as well as 0-100) but Uncle Enzo's machine moves nimbly through the corners. I can't say the same for the Viper (pssst, it's heavier and a little more sluggish in tight turns).

I suppose since you want to bring up the imaginary, non-production DX9, you can enlighten me to it's specifications? I mean, other than 9 channels. I would like to know what functions it has? What is it's upgrade possibilities, if any? Can it support any helicopter, plane/glider I ever buy? Does it have all the program mixes and conditions? How fast is the processing inside, with regard to the various mixing? Weight? Size? Does it feel cheap in my hands, or like a quality piece of hobby radio equipment?

These are just some of the questions I have...

[SteveL]

The problem with being on top is everyone is out to knock you down

[Rodney]

The DX 9 will be out soon Im sure. It is based on the 9303 which has a lot of programming, not the Swash Detail function the 12&14, which mine didnt work right anyway on my 12Z. But it has enough to make the JR folks happy. But hey My DX7 rocks, only wish I had a CUT switch.

[kgfly]

Rodney

I guess you have tried the "Throttle recovery" feature and don't like it ? If so you can synthesise a throttle cut using a p-mix with THR to THR and assigning it to a switch. Here is one example of how it can be done: http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showp...&postcount=436

[medflight]

What do you all think of the Spektrum modules for the 12z and 14mz?

[Finless]

What do you all think of the Spektrum modules for the 12z and 14mz?

YEA BABY.... get to keep my cake and eat it too

[medflight]

Ecactly what I thought.

[kgfly]

Looks like Spektrum will be very expensive compared to XPS:

Spektrum
SPMMSMZ9 DSM2 Air Module System FUTABA MZ w/AR9000 RX $299.99

XtremeLink
Futaba 14MZ/12Z transmitter module with your choice of receiver below:

w/6 channel park flyer receiver - $139
w/8 channel receiver - $179
w/10 channel receiver - $199

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With more features plus telemetry at cheaper prices it seems there will still be niche for XPS/XL.

[Tom Fiddler]

I still hope for the XPS..but I am having my doubts.
The new Spektum modules should light a fire or put one out!! (for XPS)

[Trooper Sam]

If Spektrum gets here first, that's the one I'm going to get, plus one more receiver to boot. The XPS system sounds promising, but that's all it's been, promises.

Somebody at the Vegas Fun Fly said to me this was coming this month, but I didn't really give it any credence. I guess that'll learn me....

[Finless]

WOW $299........ for a few bucks more you can get a DX7....
Seems this is a little over priced. I am assuming that is MSRP and not street cost?

I hope they sell the module alone as I dont need 9 channels and an AR70o0 will do just fine.

Bob

[kgfly]

Well it's early days (even before the official announcement!). If the market behaves the same as for the DX7 we can expect some stores to offer pre-order discounts but the street price will be close to list price for the early adopters and so long as demand exceeds supply. Even now DX7s are selling in the US for only about 10% below the original $349. I wouldn't bet on the street price for these modules being better than 10% off MSRP in under 6 months after the actual release to sale. Just my opinion, time will tell. BTW - I will stick my neck out and predict a 1 Apr release date for XPS :wink:

[kgfly]

OK, perhaps I was wrong. Was the DX7 MSRP $499 but the opening real price $349 ? if so then if the same 30% margin applies to these modules then that will indeed make them more competitive with the XPS MSRP.

[WillJames]

I am also VERY interested in the Spektrum module for the 14. I am not sure but it looks like it will allow for your 14 to be 1024/2048 and also SS with a module change? Very cool!! Now I just need to send mine in to get the screen fixed and I got no backup radio.

[Raptor Rulezzz]

I am not sure but it looks like it will allow for your 14 to be 1024/2048 and also SS with a module change? Very cool!!

yeah, that would be VERY cool!! One of the main reasons I got this 14MZ (besides all the nice features) is to buddy box people but I would also like to be able to use SS personally... let's see what happens :mrgreen:

Cheers,

Richard

[SteveL]

Ok someone post a link to this Spektrum module...Please

[DavidH]

http://www.radiosouthrc.com/thumbnail.asp?cid=157

Here they are at Radio South with the prices.

Email from Tony Stillman

Just to let everyone know, I have the info and pricing on the modules on my website. If anyone wants to see the info, go to www.radiosouthrc.com and click on SPECKTRUM MODULE INFO on the lower left column. You can also order these from the online store or call me and I’ll put some on backorder for you. The expected deliver date is 4/10/07.



Tony Stillman, President

Radio South

3702 N. Pace Blvd

Pensacola, FL 32505

1-800-962-7802

www.radiosouthrc.com



David

[SteveL]

Thanks, I caught your post in the Main Discussion area. I will give futaba a little more time (I really like FHSS) but it looks like we aont be put out to pasture after all.

[theo2076]

I am sure you have all seen this by now:

http://www.horizonhobby.com/Articles...ArticleID=1655