Tom Ryall Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 At the second attempt I'm trying to get back in to the hobby. I have a Thrust Riot on it's way to me and although I have an Orange Rx to go with my DX6 I was wondering whether it was worth getting an aid to save the model from a similar fate to the Wot 4 Foam E! I saw the Eagle A3 discussed with regard to the Riot but can anyone compare to that to the AR636 AS3X? Costs are spiralling so I want to keep it sensible but don't want to pile in another one. Finally despite researching I'm slightly confused - does AS3X also include SAFE as standard? I know the AS3X will help with stabilising flight particularly in winds but if I lose orientation can it also be switched to SAFE mode to return the aircraft to level flight? Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Carpenter Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Tom have a look at the Lemon rx7 channel stabilised RX. Available on E Bay . Easy to set up but no SAFE . Makes a world of difference in winds above 10 mph ! Recommended ! Colin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Ryall Posted February 21, 2017 Author Share Posted February 21, 2017 Colin, They look appealing and are available in the UK. I've read the page - are they siimple enough to setup once they've been bound? It looks like a case of simply binding and then connecting the servos up and adjusting the gain (presumably control surface sensitivity to movement off the 3 axis?) Do you know if AS3X include SAFE as standard? I think I'm content to forfeit having that safety net, the main reason is for a bit of stability in winds to make the re-learning process that much less destructive! Thanks for your reply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Carpenter Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Tom , easy enough but you need to download the manual from the net . A Google search will find it quickly. Seen a few in use and everyone is happy with them. I have a few Lemons in use with about 260 flights logged with no problems ! The aerials need locating in straws for protection. I switch mine off as required and on my DX9 can regulate gain from the tx but haven't checked it out yet. Easier to use than clubmates AS3x receiver that needs his PC out the field. Couldn't be bothered with that myself . Colin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denis Watkins Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Tom, it would be wise to go down the Lemon route initially to stay in budget as the AS3X is the most expensive with SAFE, but you will find that with 3 axis stabilisation that SAFE selection is a rarely neede, and in some attitudes with the model, like pointing straight down at full throttle, SAFE will not help you 6 or 7 years ago, the county University Students came to my field for me to fly foam and balsa, IC and electric combinations With various Stabilisation onboard ALL performed well, despite huge differences in cost Edited By Denis Watkins on 21/02/2017 18:03:49 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Ryall Posted February 21, 2017 Author Share Posted February 21, 2017 Thanks for the comments - decision made from me, Lemon it is. I spoke to the guy and he's expecting some more shortly so order is pending. Just the opinions I was after so thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Putley 1 Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Tom, If you go to the Lemon web site, www.lemom-rx.com you will find a new version of the stabilezer, called Stabilizer Plus. This has a safe mode and retails for US$25.00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Carpenter Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Tom - lots of info in a thread on RC Groups. Hope you will be pleased with your decision . Colin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Ryall Posted February 23, 2017 Author Share Posted February 23, 2017 Thanks all - It is the 'Plus' version that I am holding for - although not as concerned about the comparable 'SAFE' function it has I've been told it's a better Rx. With the current winds the delay hopefully won't be an issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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