Radio Upgrade

[flydiver]

Not likely on this forum. This is a pretty large contingent of accumulators. They are frequently for sale on RCGroups and Wattflyer which are much larger forums.
www.rcgroups.com/aircraft-general-radio-equipment-fs-w-215/

In Australia getting one may be more of a hassle with shipping unless you can find someone there selling. They hold their price since they are desirable so factor in shipping and used may not be a great deal for where you are at. There have been some deals with RX thrown in worth checking out.

NOTE - BE SURE to look at RX prices. They are EXPENSIVE! Every plane will need one. To me this is the big shortcoming of 2.4. Futaba 2.4 is really expensive, one of the reasons Spektrum has done much better with market share.

Some people go to the cheap Chinese 2.4 like Turnigy or
Heads-Up: 2.4GHz RC systems tested
www.rcmodelreviews.com/spreadspectrumtests.shtml

Review: Turnigy 9X Version 2
www.rcmodelreviews.com/turnigy9xv2review.shtml

People are upgrading all the time. They get a DX6i thinking it's all they'll ever need. Within a year they want something with other functions.

You call yourself 'gliderbloke'. At this stage I assume it's just a name you picked. If you were REALLY into serious gliders or intend to be you'd have to go at least to a DX8 and more likely one of the higher end JR's. The DX6i is only serviceable for low end gliders. It has decent functions for average flying but it is limited for more sophisticated stuff.

BTW-if you're smart you'll actually follow and take some time to read the links I post. I don't do this for my education and it's the best way to learn.

[SCC]

Hi gliderbloke. Welcome to the forum and enjoy.

[gliderbloke]

Jul 16, 2012 16:46:20 GMT 1 flydiver said:

You call yourself 'gliderbloke'. At this stage I assume it's just a name you picked. If you were REALLY into serious gliders or intend to be you'd have to go at least to a DX8 and more likely one of the higher end JR's. The DX6i is only serviceable for low end gliders. It has decent functions for average flying but it is limited for more sophisticated stuff.

My first aircraft was a glider, only 2 channel. It was not a good first aircraft. I have now discovered I much prefer powered flight. It is just a user name, nothing more.

[BlueRam]

I have used search on the entire site for Super Cub Club trying to find anything on the OrangeRx T-SIX 2.4GHz DSM2 6CH Programmable Transmitter w/10 Model Memory (Mode 2).
It seems to be a good comparison for the Spectrum model DX6i from other sites. Both have their issues. price Orange $65, Spectrum $160.

Have any of you ever flown your SC with one of these transmitters? I do understand "you get what you pay for", but is the Spectrum DX6i always setting the price point for 6 channel transmitters? I could just be the guinea pig and Get one of the Orange T-SIX Tx and use it, but I was hoping to find someone that had experience with the Orange unit.

I understand the orange tinted clear case is really weird and the battery box lid is not great unless you tape it shut and provide padding inside to keep the batteries from missing a beat when they are bumped.

Here is a link to it.
www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__28494__OrangeRx_T_SIX_2_4GHz_DSM2_6CH_Programmable_Transmitter_w_10_Model_Memory_Mode_2_.html

I also realize that the T-SIX does not have DSMX and only has DSM2. Mode 2 is what I want anyway. With a couple of planes like my Super Cub, will that really be bad for me?

It is very likely I have mixed some information but I am still new to this.

Thanks for any clarification or answers. This is a fantastic site.
BlueRam

[BlueRam]

Live and Learn!
I followed the order for a T-SIX on HK to check freight. They want over $35 to ship it. That is over $100 for the T-SIX.

I guess the Dx6i wins again.

I am still curious if any of you purchased one and what your experience is with the Orange T-SIX transmitter.

Thanks,
BlueRam

[iandhunt]

I don't know of anyone that has purchased an orange t-six. I have the dx6i and love it.

[Crazy Horse]

DX6i rules for me, I got a seriously good bargain from a smashing chap on E-Bay, pristine condition. If only I could work out how to use half of the functions! (me, I am an old chap). I will get there in the end......

[flydiver]

CH - You know how to use dual-rates and Expo? Very useful functions. This is a good video link explaining it.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoNtTVs9i5M&NR=1

BlueRam - I don't think anyone in this forum has one. There are extensive threads in the Radio section of RCGroups.

[Crazy Horse]

Thanks for the link fly.

I need everything explained again and again and something that I can look at again and again, Ha ha! However, once I have got it, never forgotten. I believe I am either stupid or old or both, do I care? No! I love this hobby.

Unfortunately, I am "hor's de combat" at the moment due to impending operations, no worries, as someone once said "I'll be back". So that gives me no excuse for not looking at the manual and testing stuff. Trouble is, I will probably be functioning properly once again just in time for the Winter. Right then, fit the floats and fly in the snow..... ;D

[BlueRam]

Thanks guys. The DX6i will be mine after I collect a few more coins.

I did read many of the remarks and information on the RCGroups and on the HK site. That inconsistency is why I turned back to the SSC for your advice. I trust those of you that have been on the SCC forum for a long time, and some that have only been here for a short time.

I have always received good advice here and I really appreciate it.

[iandhunt]

I got mine for about $25 on eBay under retail and free shipping!!! (I live in Alaska so free shipping is a big deal.....stupid vastness of Canada).