Andy Meade Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 I use one (cant remember the make - it was from Germany though) with my Horus - love it. Makes double-handed launches a breeze on the slope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cotsford Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 Posted by Ron Gray on 24/07/2017 20:36:03: Let's just hope that it's got an easily replaceable battery like my Taranis, not one like my Horus and hope too that the battery lasts a lot longer than that of the Horus! ? Mine is good for a couple of days flying on the standard battery. The only issues I've seen reported have been from those using 'Dragonlink' modules for long periods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 I must admit that I re-charge the Horus before every flying day but then it does depend upon how many flights I get In a day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Manuel Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 I'm following this with interest. According to THIS, it has selectable internal AND external aerials! Edit - according to THIS, it had detachable exterior and TWO internal aerials! Edited By Gary Manuel on 25/07/2017 16:21:24 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 Posted by Gary Manuel on 25/07/2017 16:15:21: I'm following this with interest. According to THIS, it has selectable internal AND external aerials! Edit - according to THIS, it had detachable exterior and TWO internal aerials! Edited By Gary Manuel on 25/07/2017 16:21:24 You like that Gary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trebor Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 Posted by flight1 on 25/07/2017 09:32:11: Posted by trebor on 25/07/2017 08:45:54: That's a good idea, I don't get on with a neck strap so it will fall a long way if dropped sounds like you a prime canadit for one of these (or better version) and a tray , once you seen the light you will never be the same you can just relax and fly That looks like something to restrain Hannibal Lecter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Manuel Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 Posted by john stones 1 on 25/07/2017 17:02:04: Posted by Gary Manuel on 25/07/2017 16:15:21: I'm following this with interest. According to THIS, it has selectable internal AND external aerials! Edit - according to THIS, it had detachable exterior and TWO internal aerials! Edited By Gary Manuel on 25/07/2017 16:21:24 You like that Gary. I have no particular preference, but the first few posts in this thread were about the virtues of internal / external aerials. Looks like this model gives you the choice, which I do like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 The TX not the aerial, you getting a poor reception Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Manuel Posted July 25, 2017 Share Posted July 25, 2017 Posted by john stones 1 on 25/07/2017 21:12:00: The TX not the aerial, you getting a poor reception Yes - I've fancied a Taranis from the first time I played with one. 2 things put me off a bit, but both have been addressed by this. Gimbal quality and menu buttons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devcon1 Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Well it looks like the X10 and X10S are on the horizon. T9 showing . £312.00 for the X10 £366.00 for the X10S in Carbon. Not sure about delivery dates but I suspect I have my Christmas present sorted... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Meade Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Some of the early reviews coming back on RCG, it is looking good. Looks OK for a spare in case my Horus goes wrong if the FrOS models are transferable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devcon1 Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 A spare! you lucky boy. It will be my inseparable partner at the strip when she arrives... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy48 Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Posted by Andy Meade on 25/07/2017 09:38:53: I use one (cant remember the make - it was from Germany though) with my Horus - love it. Makes double-handed launches a breeze on the slope I know what it looks like, but this is not the forum to be explicit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert mcleod Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 Can I wade in to this Antenna debate, my Horus is using open TX( luv it) when I change from internal antenna to use external it appears both internal and external are in use . Is this correct ? I know on FR firmware it is one or the other. Also I have just got a RB10 to use with 2 X8R receivers and dual 6V Ni Mh batteries. The instructions are highly contradictory to me as to where the batteries are connected. You tube added to head ache. Any one using one please? Thanks all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Fairgrieve Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 Posted by robert mcleod on 24/09/2017 08:07:48: Can I wade in to this Antenna debate, my Horus is using open TX( luv it) when I change from internal antenna to use external it appears both internal and external are in use . Is this correct ? I know on FR firmware it is one or the other. Also I have just got a RB10 to use with 2 X8R receivers and dual 6V Ni Mh batteries. The instructions are highly contradictory to me as to where the batteries are connected. You tube added to head ache. Any one using one please? Thanks all. You are correct in your assumption that both antenna are used when you select internal. As to the RB10, I will find out when mine arrives from Kong Kong. Kev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devcon1 Posted December 3, 2017 Share Posted December 3, 2017 Just lining up to order the Horus X10 or X10s but just wondered if anybody lurking on here has got one and what their thoughts were on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Richardson Posted February 25, 2018 Share Posted February 25, 2018 Does anybody have an x10/ 10s yet? I bought one a month ago but the sd card slot was faulty for the little chance I got to use it I love it, trouble is without the sd card slot working I can neither upgrade the firmware or add sounds or images, it is now in the North American warranty centre, be interesting to see turnaround time as service and communication through purchase and questions after have been stella just really wanted to know if anybody else had this problem. Tony Edited By Tony Richardson on 25/02/2018 05:09:12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyB Posted February 25, 2018 Share Posted February 25, 2018 Could you not just have bought a new SD card and populated with all the std contents? It’s been a while, but there used to be several repositories online where you could download the SD card content, one of which was the FrSky site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Skilbeck Posted February 25, 2018 Share Posted February 25, 2018 Posted by MattyB on 25/02/2018 08:37:44: Could you not just have bought a new SD card and populated with all the std contents? It’s been a while, but there used to be several repositories online where you could download the SD card content, one of which was the FrSky site. Matty, he said the card slot was faulty, so a new card wouldn't work either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Richards Posted February 25, 2018 Share Posted February 25, 2018 I have bought the x10s mine does not have the charging brick it has the same as the taranis also iv been trying to put opentx on it but still trying very nice radio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Privett Posted February 25, 2018 Share Posted February 25, 2018 I'm seriously considering an X10 or X10s right now. My Taranis - which has been great and given trouble-free operation for the last 'x' years (I forget how many!) - is now suffering from a very dim/low contrast screen, so this seems the ideal opportunity (excuse!) to upgrade... What are peoples thoughts on the 10 vs 10s? Can I just copy over models from the Taranis? OpenTX (as on the Taranis) or stick with what's supplied on the Horus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Masher Posted February 25, 2018 Share Posted February 25, 2018 I have had an X10 for about 3 months - the early version at £312 from T9. My thoughts are: Very pleased with it I have the early 'brick' charger which, despite millions of moans on RCG, is fine I went for X10 because I cannot see how the higher spec gimbals (only difference on X10S) will have any affect on my flying - any human being would be hard pushed to measure the higher resolution never mind feel it at the sticks The FrSky operating system (FROS) is very good and they continue to improve it. I think this will be perfect for a lot of flyers who (a) don't want to go the Open Tx route (b) want an 'out of the box' ready to go system I have gone the Open Tx route however because I have 3+ years on Taranis and prefer the 'openness' of it. Flashing Open Tx from the supplied FROS (which is a simple to reverse operation) is fairly straightforward but there is room for error - you need to concentrate on the process as it is possible to 'brick' the radio - hard to do but possible as the internal FLASH is not protected. I managed so it can't be too difficult I copied over 25 or so models from Taranis via Companion and whilst not all flown yet, the process seems very successful. You just need to check everything properly and check failsafe etc. I don't believe you can copy from Taranis if you use the FROS - it is a different approach completely I have the Amber colour scheme which I like, I fly mode 2 pinch and the Tx fits me very well. When I tried the Horus X12 under beta test programme, I found this simply did not fit me I particularly like the dual internal antennas (diversity) as I found the Taranis external antenna vulnerable (replaced 3 times). Also the display, yes I know you don't watch the display when flying, is extremely good - even in bright sun light Hope this helps Edited By Masher on 25/02/2018 12:34:56 Edited By Masher on 25/02/2018 12:37:06 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Privett Posted February 26, 2018 Share Posted February 26, 2018 Thanks Masher! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyB Posted February 26, 2018 Share Posted February 26, 2018 Posted by John Privett on 25/02/2018 10:53:09: I'm seriously considering an X10 or X10s right now. My Taranis - which has been great and given trouble-free operation for the last 'x' years (I forget how many!) - is now suffering from a very dim/low contrast screen, so this seems the ideal opportunity (excuse!) to upgrade... What are peoples thoughts on the 10 vs 10s? Can I just copy over models from the Taranis? OpenTX (as on the Taranis) or stick with what's supplied on the Horus? If you already use and are happy with OpenTX going to FrOS would be a huge backward step, and require you to relearn the model setup process again. So far of the 5 or 6 people I know who have bought an FrOS equipped TX (i.e. Horus or X10) precisely zero have stuck with with it; all are now on OpenTX. Says it all! Edited By MattyB on 26/02/2018 10:37:34 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyB Posted February 26, 2018 Share Posted February 26, 2018 Having said that, if you are still happy with your original TX replacing the screen is a relatively simple (solder free) and cheap job - spares are available from T9 for £25... Edit - Slightly cheaper from RCLife... Edited By MattyB on 26/02/2018 10:36:34 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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