The Futaba 6EXP 2.4GHz

[Tim Mackey]

Well I think the jury is out on this one..but then they would say that wouldnt they

[planecrazy]

 Important Notification - Futaba 6EX and TM-7Futaba 6EX and TM-7 Important Notification

This 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 Information

1) 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

[Erfolg]

whooooo, I sense a bullet in the foot

[Tim Mackey]

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.

[The real Ron Truth]

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.

[Laurence Lowe]

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. 

[Ernie]

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 bonded

I think

ernie

[Chris Bell]

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

[Tim Mackey]

ANY appointed agent IE model shop sticking ripmax gear, should happily test your gear, if they dont, then report them to ripmax.

[Peter Ford]

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.

[centaur]

 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?

[Reno Racer]

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 ?

[Nick Davey]

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

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[Reno Racer]

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

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[Reno Racer]

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.

[Michael Bunting]

 having returned to rc flying after 12 years I love the 2.4ghz setup easy life

[Steve Murray]

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!

[Michael Knowles]

2.4 is the best thing to happen to model flying since 'Cyano' appeared.

[Myron Beaumont]

Excuse me Michael    Don't you mean Balsa cement !