Dec 2, Which transmitter should I buy? That is a question often asked and understandably so. This hobby has historically been cost prohibitive for many and the transmitters alone are a large part of the investment. Therefore, some forum members have assembled the most recommended transmitters available to aid in making that decision.
By all means if there are any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. This thread is meant to provide information but not to discourage questions. Please don't feel pressured by the mere title of this thread. Whatever you decide, you will find support here to make the best of your decision.
Below is the transmitter index. It shows transmitter systems that have been covered in this thread and the post in which post they're found. Again, if there are concerns, questions, or suggestions please do post them. Thank you. Last edited: Aug 4, Spektrum Spektrum is a part of Horizon Hobby based out of Champaign Illinois who also produces several other lines of products that are usually compatible with each other.
Available Tx Models Prices shown are from company website and do not reflect potential special offers. Last edited by a moderator: Aug 4, Jumper T8SG. RCdiy RCdiy Dec 3, Based in China they have dealers all around the word. Note: Only their premier dealers provide after sales service, support, replacement and warranty.
It comes with both gimbals centred by springs. Chain sensors together or use Y cables Needs an S. Many people who purchase Horus transmitters change the firmware to OpenTX.
OpenTX is an open source and free software environment for Transmitters. It is used by thousands of hobbyists and developed by volunteers based on user feedback and requests. OpenTX is meant for flyers who know a bit about RC but want advanced features available using a computerized transmitter. It is meant for users who are comfortable with computers, trying new things, willing to research how the system works and troubleshoot problems that may occur. There are many OpenTX users in forums who are willing to help when needed!
Ray K Ray K Jan 28, The very first radio controlled model was demonstrated in by none other than Nikola Tesla and was a boat. Some 32 years later, Johannes Graupner founded his radio control equipment manufacturing company in Stuttgart, Germany in After building their first glider in , they added scale model ships in In their first radio-controlled models were introduced.
When Johannes passed away in , his son Hans took over the company and Graupner became the leading designer and producer of aircraft and boat radio-controlled models. They provided the world RC market with cutting edge technology RC radios and on board sensor equipment, until it went into receivership in due to competition from Asia.
It was purchased in by South Korean manufacturer SJ Ltd, a company that had supplied Graupner with radio control equipment. In , the name of SJ Inc. Graupner's website lists some 24 different transmitters and 9 different receivers. In addition there are flight controllers for quadcopters and helicopters, plus airborne and surface vehicle telemetry.
For those who may not know, motors and engines are NOT the same thing; motors run on electrical power while engines run on some type of usually liquid fuel, like your car. Available Tx : This link will take you to the Graupner website where you can select Radios from the side menu. Advantages Warranty - Warranty and service is provided by Graupner. Programming - User interface and programming is perhaps the easiest to use if you understand all the terminology. If not, Flite Test has just about every tutorial on how to program your transmitter.
On our forum, you'll also find knowledgeable members who will be happy to help you. Disadvantages The manual for my MZ radio is a translation and is not always perfectly clear. Since I haven't seen the other Graupner radio manuals, I'm not sure they have the same type manuals, but expect they would be the same as mine. Price - I'm sure there are cheaper radios out there, but I seriously doubt they would match the quality of the Graupner radios.
It doesn't look like the DXe comes with a receiver and does require that you buy a programming cable. In addition there is no screen on the transmitter. Author's Opinion I highly recommend the MZ to anyone getting into the hobby. Here is why: I have three models now. I was able to program the Simple Scout and Skylane with Flaperons, as well as throttle, elevator, rudder and ailerons. The Guinea Pig is programmed with differential thrust, as well as normal throttle, elevator, rudder and ailerons.
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However, choosing between a Spektrum Dx6i vs the DX7 can be a tough decision. I've pointed out the major differences to help you make this choice. Are you a beginner looking for the most affordable full-range Spektrum RC radio? Maybe you're a seasoned pilot with a perfectly fine 72MHz radio system and have your heart set on one of these awesome little bind-n-fly planes, but you don't want to spend a fortune a new radio system?
For dirt cheap if you can even find one you can have a brand new full-range DXM2 5-channel transmitter with all the basic functions such as servo reversing, delta wing mix, HI-Low rates, and even a trainer system compatible with Spektrum and JR radios. Ya, you can even hook this bad boy to your instructor's Spektrum transmitter's trainer port instead of using a buddy box! If you just need the transmitter for that bind-n-fly you've been eyeing, the DX5e transmitter only is a no brainer.
But what if you need a complete radio system for an ARF or kit? Again, IF you can still find one, you can get the Dx5e transmitter with the AR 5-channel full-range sport receiver that can be used with any size airplane. Can't beat that! You're probably wondering how this radio can be sold at this price. There must be a catch right? Well, the DX5e is not a computer radio full of programmable mixes or model memory. It's a basic get-the-job-done radio at a very affordable price. Another factor keeping the price down is the lack of a rechargeable battery pack and charger.
The transmitter uses 4 AA standard batteries. This radio is perfect for a beginner on a tight budget, or someone needing a transmitter for that bind-n-fly plane they can't live without. However, if you're a hardcore RC'er looking for a Spektrum RC radio system with computer mixes, model memory, digital trims and all that good stuff we've been spoiled with over the past few years, then you probably want to check out the DX6i or DX7. If you've been bitten by the ol' RC bug and know you're in it for the long haul, consider the Spektrum DX6i This is a very nice DSM2 full-range radio system at a very modest price.
It has both an airplane and helicopter modes with way too many features to list them all. This Spektrum RC computerized radio has a 10 model memory. If you're not familiar, this means that you can have the servo directions, end point adjustments, dual rates, expos, digital trims, etc.
It's pretty much a standard feature for all computer radios to have programmable model memory. But you have to be careful that you have the correct model selected with the airplane you're flying. I've personally witnessed fellow pilots destroy their pride and joy because they had the wrong model selected and the servos were reversed. Man, seeing a grown man cry is definitely not a pretty sight You'll never have to worry about this happening to your airplane because Spektrum's ModelMatch binds each saved model to the specific receiver in that particular airplane.
If the wrong model is selected in your transmitter, the receiver in your airplane simply won't listen to it! The digital trims with a computer radio are great to have even if you only have one airplane.
I have a couple non-computer radios and it drives me nuts when I take off and the airplane is completely out of trim because I bumped the trim levers while transporting the radio. You can bump the trims of a computer radio all day long and if the radio is turned off it doesn't change a thing. As with most computer radios, the Spektrum DX6i comes with programmable dual and exponential rates for elevator, ailerons, and rudder.
The programmable dual rates gives you the freedom to set the sensitivity for both low and high exactly the way you want them as opposed to only having two factory presets of non computer radios such as the DX5e. The exponential rates allow you to maintain full throws for emergency situations while making the sticks less sensitive near the neutral position.
Expos are a must for 3D flying! Three standard wing mixes come programmed with the radio along with two additional mixes that you can program anyway you'd like. Do you have a plane that comes in too hot but you don't feel like going through the trouble of adding flaps?
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