Tim Mackey Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 Well I think the jury is out on this one..but then they would say that wouldnt they Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planecrazy Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 Important Notification - Futaba 6EX and TM-7Futaba 6EX and TM-7 Important NotificationThis notification affects only owners of the Futaba TM-7 module and 6EX FASST systems. Each FASST transmitter contains a unique eight digit identification code, programmed at the factory to identify the respective transmitter and to allow a receiver to be paired only to that radio's signal. Recently we have learned that a very small number of the TM-7 modules, and 6EX FASST systems were incorrectly coded with a common code number during the manufacturing process. These units were subsequently sold prior to our awareness of the situation.If two or more units, utilizing this common identification code, were to be in use simultaneously, they may cause interference with one another. Please note: Units which utilize the correct identification code will not be affected by these units.We're extremely confident that this is not a widespread problem, however, to give you peace of mind that your system is not affected, we will soon be setting up test points at participating model shops throughout the country where you will be able to go to determine -- within a matter of seconds -- whether or not your transmitter is affected, at no charge to you. (We anticipate that all shops will have been advised and that this testing system will be starting in participating shops very shortly, so please contact your local shop to arrange testing.)Precautionary Measures and Information1) As with all radio control equipment, we strongly suggest that you pre-flight your aircraft thoroughly prior to flying. When flying at a location with other FASST owners, particularly prior to all units having been checked, we suggest that prior to flying all pilots briefly activate their systems simultaneously to check for any interaction between units. If any interactions should occur, do NOT fly. Please return the unit to the Ripmax Futaba Service Centre immediately.2) Each time that your transmitter is turned on, it is imperative that you allow the FASST system an adequate amount of time to thoroughly boot-up completely before shutting down the transmitter. The system requires at least five (5) seconds boot up time prior to turning off the power to the transmitter. 3) If the transmitter and receiver have lost their binding which required them to be re-linked, we recommend returning them to the Ripmax Futaba Service Centre for analysis. This is not expected behaviour and should be investigated accordingly. FROM RIPMAX SITE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erfolg Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 whooooo, I sense a bullet in the foot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 Yeh, I reckon someone at Futaba will be worried for their job No matter what damage limitation they deploy.... it is bad, and makes a mockery of their claims that you cannot be shot down on their 2.4ghz system. Baaaaaaad news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The real Ron Truth Posted January 18, 2008 Share Posted January 18, 2008 whew!! At least I can now blame interference for my poor flying on 2.4!! I was short of excuses since converting to 2.4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurence Lowe Posted January 29, 2008 Share Posted January 29, 2008 Ahoy Alan Roberts.Re your comment 30/10/07.I 've used a Spektrum DX7 for some months now with only one receiver and never had any problems with reception - at least as far as the model was concerned - my eyesight was runing out instead!Cheers,Laurence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernie Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 Hi Guys,an expensive solution ( but nevertheless attractive, 'cos we all need excuses for more recievers) for checking out a tranny, is to buy a new sealed reciever. If the TX is coded at 00000000 etc then the new rx (also coded at 00000000) will work out of the box. If the tx is properly coded, then the TX and RX will have to be bondedI thinkernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Bell Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 I spoke to Rpimax today how said that nearly all model shops in the UK will have a test RX - I've rung 3 or 4 in the Hull / Scun area and they all seem to have them - whether or not they are happy testing a TX that they didnt sell is another matter....Best,Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 ANY appointed agent IE model shop sticking ripmax gear, should happily test your gear, if they dont, then report them to ripmax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Ford Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 No-one seems to have mentioned the fact that there is no flap adjustment. Even a 3 position switch would at least allow a couple of flap settings. Eg: low, high, off. Pretty useless without this capability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
centaur Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Hi, I'm about to buy a new set of 2.4 meg radio gear for up to 4metre glider use ( limited fuselage space ). Is there any difference between the Futaba 6EX and the 6EXP, and is its aerial config requirement a problem i.e. 90 degree setting , since, we are told setting the aerials at anything other than 90 deg may reduce range? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reno Racer Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Had 2.4 Ghz Futaba 6EXP for a while now, which no problems whatsoever. However, i just bought another R606FS RX to fit into another aircraft. My TX bonds in seconds to my original R606FS RX, supplied with the TX, but will not bond with the new RX. - I get a green flashing light on the RX, rather than the solid green light i should get (which i what i get in my other Rx).Is this binding automatic or do i need to do anything else to get this Rx binding ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Davey Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 Hi Christian, to bond the new reciever to the radio you need to hold down the id select button on the receiver (small button located on the left side of the receiver) for two seconds this wil pair the code to the readio and give you the solid green light. Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Reno Racer Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 Dear All,Thanks. The instructions or the reciever do not mention binding, although of course being a bloke i read instructions last!!!. The instructons for the Tx did mention the bind button, which i eventually found - It is very, very small and I think a picture, with arrow pointing, would be useful in the instructions.Anyway, now binded and done, thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Reno Racer Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 Then i must have missed it - I read through the intructions a few times, but didn't see this - larger diagram maybe required. Anyway, i'll now go and check. Otherwise, i think my question has now been answered and I have solved the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Bunting Posted April 12, 2008 Share Posted April 12, 2008 having returned to rc flying after 12 years I love the 2.4ghz setup easy life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Murray Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 Christian, didn't the arrow pointing to the button, and the words "easylink(id setup)" on the front of the receiver give you a clue, or are your eyes as bad as mine? Anyway, after a lay off of ten years, I think this 2.4 gig stuff is magic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Knowles Posted October 12, 2008 Share Posted October 12, 2008 2.4 is the best thing to happen to model flying since 'Cyano' appeared. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myron Beaumont Posted October 12, 2008 Share Posted October 12, 2008 Excuse me Michael Don't you mean Balsa cement ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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