Olly P Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 Very tempted I have to say. Any one know of issues regards using this in a trainer setup? I need a new tranny, but want one with a good number of memories/channels etc, and this looks like a good 'un Just hope it works at my club.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 I've used mine with a pupil on buddy - no issues. I've let a pupil use mine - no issues. It does have one training feature that is interesting but I've never got round to trying it - you can select which channels to give the pupil. I don't see a lot of use for this with fixed wing - but I suspect it might be very useful if you were learning helis BEB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly P Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 What was it buddied with BEB? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 I have actually used the selective channel allocation system on fixed wing training - the pupil was ready to attempt a take off, but hadn't yet mastered the art of the rudder - so I kept that back for me. Pupil powered up and rotated, but I steered on the ground. Once pupil had done a few more take offs successfully, I allocated them rudder too.I thought it was quite a good facility (DX8 ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ultymate Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 As Tim's said most common reason to use this facility on fixed wing is to take the rudder off a trainee pilot whose struggling with ground handling which can sometimes be "hot" particularly on a taildragger setup . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly P Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 Excellent, thanks guys, I'm guessing there will be no issues on voltage then as the buddy tx's at our club are somewhat old, but iirc the buddy lead transfers power at 5v for the circuit boards anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 9 Posted December 4, 2011 Share Posted December 4, 2011 My model is now up to 6 channels but I think (if all goes well ) I will add my flycam, smoke and a rudder gyro taking me up to 9 channels what rx will I need (do I have to use the s bus system to go beyond 8 channels) or can I use a R6014HS 14-Channel 2.4GHz FASST Receiver and access all 14 channels with the 8fgEdited By Phil B on 04/12/2011 22:12:25 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted December 4, 2011 Share Posted December 4, 2011 Hi Phil, I haven't tried this but my understanding is you can use the R6014HS with the extended 8FG without s-bus. As far as I know s-bus really comes into its own when you have multiple servos - ie many more servos than channels. It allows you individually address each servo so you can set up travel, neutral points etc independently for each servo. BEB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly P Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 Well, used the 8FG for some time and it is great. best bit is on the trainer function the ability to keep all the limits trims and settings as per the 8FG, so the buddied tx only sends alterations through - means I can set up, give the instructor the mster Tx and sit on the end of a buddy lead without having to readjust! Just wish weather would let me use it more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian ludwell Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 Hello, I already have the Futaba 6EX 2.4 system along with a few Fasst Rx, and was looking to upgrade as i have the Parkzone Radian Pro glider and don't have the facility to programme the 4 wing servos. So today i have purchased the Futaba 8FG Super ,Battery and charger and this will be despatched on Monday..(can't wait). Was good to read all the input plus have a friend in our club who has the older 8FG and is highly delighted with it. Will let you know more when it arrives...cheers...Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly P Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 ian - your clubmate can upgrade to the super version, simply by transfering the software, via an SD card from the website. It is really very easy and adds so many features - I deliberatly bought an original when a shop was selling it off (last non-super) and then upgraded the software.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Simmons Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 The original 8FG and the Super version is for sale at the same price, I have the original, What receiver is supplied for the Super? Is there an easy "how to program" step by step guide for the TX for various extra and different functions? and to choose the channels as it is not so easy to follow the manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ashby - Moderator Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 I see V.5 software for the 8FG is now available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly P Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Hmm..Will look at that later David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly P Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Keith, you have PM... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian ludwell Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Hello all, Have been using the Futaba 6EX/6EXA 2.4 and 35 systems for a couple of years. Just before christmas i purchased the 8FG super systems,what a big difference Will i ever get the hang of allocating switches,dual rates,operating flaps from a switch or even slider. I have a fun cub,i want to have the flaps come down in stages not flick a switch and they are full down!!!!! Cheers ..Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Ian, well you can have that! If two stages are enough then allocate them to a three position switch - my favourite method. If you want full proportional control then allocated them to other or other (or both!) of the slider switches. Its your choice. BEB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian ludwell Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Thank you for your reply,it's the how i am finding difficult....Ian... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Grigg Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 Wish I knew how to work things like updates to the 8FG,the Zlin is fine BEB,havent flown it for some time,thats probably why Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F Posted February 22, 2012 Share Posted February 22, 2012 I have just had a look at my trannie,the only reference to france is a switch to their language.I will try to look further and let you know,, Mikef Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrie Dav 2 Posted February 23, 2012 Author Share Posted February 23, 2012 Look at page 59 in the manual Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly P Posted February 23, 2012 Share Posted February 23, 2012 Stephen, to update do the following: 1) ensure you have an SD Card and reader 2) download the software to your PC 3) download the update to your PC 4) put your SD card into the slot, then open the software from Futaba. 5) open the update file and transfer it to the SD Card. 6) on the bottom of the 8FG is a small switch, next to the SD Card slot under the battery cover. Move switch to SD card side 7) Insert SD Card 8) Power on Once update is complete switch off and move the small switch back. Power back up and it will run on the updated sofware. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted February 23, 2012 Share Posted February 23, 2012 Ian, if you go to Futaba's web site - there is a an FAQ section on each trannie. One of the FAQ's for the 8FG specifically deals with setting up multi-stage flaps. Its a step by step walk-through of how to do it. How do I know? Cos I've used it myself to set up the flaps on my Chipmunk! Have a look for it - I'll also see if I can dig out the URL for you, but I'm very busy today at work so if you find it fitst just let me know to save me looking if you already have it. BEB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Hickman Posted February 23, 2012 Share Posted February 23, 2012 Hi Ian I think this is the page BEB was suggesting, with staged Flaps. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted February 23, 2012 Share Posted February 23, 2012 Well done Michael - it is indeed. The first of Michael's links takes you to the general FAQ's page while the second takes you straight to the "walk through" on how to set multi-staged flaps! Brilliant - you've saved me a job there - Thanks! BEB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.