RE: Similarities & Differences in FHSS systems
Thanks for your information about the different hoping scheme of Futaba & Airtronics. I'm just trying to understand and learn how the different 2.4 systems operate & function. No I'm not a double E, or even a single E. Just a natural curiosity of how things work. As far as noting the difference in speed between 72 & 2.4, some guys say they notice quicker response and some don't. I guess it would depend on how familiar you are with a particular airplane and also what type of flying your doing. Thanks again for your input.
Posted on: 11/19/2009 6:48 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Name the plane
I had the Guillows Profile Trainer #1 with a OK Cub .074. Flew it on 25" Dacron lines. Must have had 30 or 40 flights on it when I was about 12 yrs. old, before I did it in learning to do loops.[:D]
Posted on: 11/18/2009 8:35 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Control Lines"
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RE: Similarities & Differences in FHSS systems
OK, I just found out the new Hitec 2.4 radio also uses the FHSS system like Futaba & Airtronics. I read it hops among 20 channels. So, since the Airtronics, Futaba, & now the Hitec all use a similar FHSS system, does anyone know what the subtle differences are in the way they use this similar FHSS system ? [8|]
Posted on: 11/18/2009 8:21 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Similarities & Differences in FHSS systems
Onewasp - Very good information ! Thank you for your input. So it looks like Airtronics & Futaba use the FHSS system, and JR & Spectrum use the DSSS system. Anyone know if Hitec uses the FHSS system also ?
Posted on: 11/17/2009 7:45 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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Similarities & Differences in FHSS systems
Now that Airtronics and Hitec have their 2.4 systems selling along side of JR & Futaba these days, I wonder what some of the similarities and differences are in the way they approach their individual designs. I guess they all hop to different frequencies, but they don't all work "exactly" alike. I read that the new Hitec Aurora system chooses between 20 different channels. I know we modelers are not privvy to specific proprietary design specs, but is there any of our more knowlegeable EE types out their that could explain to us the basic differences in design philosophy between the major players we have to choose from today. THIS IS NOT MEANT TO SAY WHO'S SYSTEM IS BETTER. Cause that is a personal opinion, and we all know what opinions are similar to, cause everybody has one ! So any electrical/radio engineering gurus' out there can maybe educate us lay folks as to what the similarities and or differences are ? Again, no "who's better", just what's similar and what's different.
Posted on: 11/16/2009 8:16 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: high wing or shoulder patternship??????
I want your Eon 110 !!! Any info ? Dimensions, Price & availability [:D]
Posted on: 10/26/2009 7:08 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9204093

RE: New Hitec Aurora 9-Channel 2.4Ghz Radio System
TomThanks very much for your report. I knew we all could count on you. Your experience with numerous other brands of radio's is valuable to a guy like me. So far this radio sounds very good. I'm interested in your opinion after you fly it a few times. I played with this TX a little at the Toledo Show last April and I really liked the feel of it. Hope we here from you again after you get some stick time with it. Thanks again.[:)]
Posted on: 10/25/2009 11:44 AM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: New Hitec Aurora 9-Channel 2.4Ghz Radio System
Tom, I am really interested in your opinion on this radio, cause your opinion is of great value to me. And since you have a 12FG, you should be able to give some decent comparisons. So as time goes by and you have a chance to fly it for a while, how about posting some of your impressions for us ???[:)]
Posted on: 10/22/2009 9:33 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Oracover - OraCote
Crank, I knew I'd be right sooner or later. I just had to live long enough. So it finally happened ! Lol [:D]
Posted on: 10/22/2009 9:28 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Oracover - OraCote
Yes, it's made in Germany. Sometimes when you buy UltrCote here, you can see "Oracover" printed on the backing you peel off the film.
Posted on: 10/21/2009 6:32 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Oracover - OraCote
Oracover is the name of Ultra Cote in Europe where it is made.[;)]
Posted on: 10/21/2009 6:06 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: New Hitec Aurora 9ch / 2.4 Radio for Pattern
You guys must be reading my mind. I been thinking the same thing. I really like the way this radio feels, but I also would need heavier springs. Come spring I'll be shopping for a new radio for pattern flying next season. This radio might be the one. Yes we will have to wait a while and see how it works out in the next 4 or 5 months.[:D]
Posted on: 10/20/2009 8:44 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: St. Clairsville Aerobatics/Trimming Seminar CANCELLED
Strat If the promised weather arrives I'll be coming back down for more chicken and fixins.
Posted on: 10/10/2009 9:20 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9162591

RE: St. Clairsville Aerobatics/Trimming Seminar CANCELLED
Or maybe NOT !!![:o]
Posted on: 10/9/2009 7:57 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: St. Clairsville Aerobatics/Trimming Seminar CANCELLED
Oh boy ! maybe I'll get a new toy from The Great Frumpkin.[:D]
Posted on: 10/9/2009 7:11 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Black Magic V2.2
[quote]ORIGINAL: AAbdu Good point Arch! Mark decided to add the little ''ornamentation'' to the fuselage after final construction was done. [/quote] Anthony- Aaahh, the "ornamentation" you refer to was strictly a "last second implementation". I almost got in the way but thought better of it.[:)]
Posted on: 10/8/2009 6:03 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Scoop! Hangar 9 Phoenix 7...ARF!!!
OK "Champ". See at the flyin field soon I hope. Dan[:D]
Posted on: 9/30/2009 9:12 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9137167

RE: Valiant New JAS Plane
Jason Is the Eon 110 going to be available by Feb. 2010 ? I'm looking for an airplane like it for a 120AX. Any specs ? Price & availability ?[:D]
Posted on: 9/30/2009 9:02 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Scoop! Hangar 9 Phoenix 7...ARF!!!
Well anything is possible Dave. But some things are less possible than others ! Ha.[:)]
Posted on: 9/30/2009 8:26 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9137041

RE: St. Clairsville Aerobatics/Trimming Seminar CANCELLED
Boy there goes my anonimity. Just kidding. Hey Rick how the heck are ya ? Good I hope. I may be able to come down for this seminar. Dan[:)]
Posted on: 9/21/2009 7:16 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9113391

RE: St. Clairsville Aerobatics/Trimming Seminar CANCELLED
Is Oct. 24th a firm date ? I would like to come down if I can. It's a one day only deal right ? Dan
Posted on: 9/20/2009 9:55 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: a good 75
Sig Mfg. still has their Sukhoi and it's about 77" span.[;)]
Posted on: 9/20/2009 12:04 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "IMAC"
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RE: Flight Conditions VS Flight Modes
Good answers, Andy, Howard, & Rich. Anyone have comments about flight modes or conditions in aerobatics. Like pattern or IMAC ?[;)]
Posted on: 9/12/2009 11:22 AM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9089339

FG nomenclature
What does the FG stand for in the 12FG and the 8FG ?[:)]
Posted on: 9/11/2009 8:04 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Futaba Radios Direct support forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9087899

Flight Conditions VS Flight Modes
Can anyone give me a quick explanation of what Futaba calls "flight conditions" and what JR calls "flight modes" What I'm trying to figure out is the basic difference between the two terms and their application when you are flying. How similar or different are they from each other ?[;)]
Posted on: 9/11/2009 7:59 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: *Aquila by Northeast Aerodynamics*
Tim How much does yours weigh ?
Posted on: 9/11/2009 9:18 AM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: *Aquila by Northeast Aerodynamics*
Hey guys, what's happening with your Aquila airplanes ? I been looking at this airplane as a potential next airplane for next season. And would probably go with a 120AX and a pipe. But I'm concerned about some of the posts and the finished weight. For me it would have to be under 10 lbs. less fuel for the kind of performance I want. Anyone know if a new batch of airplanes is coming in. Hoping that a new batch may have some lighter airframes.[;)]
Posted on: 9/10/2009 9:35 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: O.S 1.60FX Owners. Post your tach readings
P38 I had mid range issues also and went fron a #8 to an A5 and that helped.[:)]
Posted on: 9/8/2009 5:55 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Tachometer Readings"
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RE: Futaba servo's and A123's
Krysta Thanks for your reply. Unfortunately I will then have to go out and buy another brand of servo that will work with the A123 battery packs if Futaba servo's will not. Sorry about that, but thanks for your candid answer. I appreciate it.[8D]
Posted on: 8/5/2009 10:45 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Futaba Radios Direct support forum"
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Futaba servo's and A123's
I would like to know what Futaba's position is on running their servo's with un-regulated A123 batteries. I have a number of different model Futaba servo's (all rated for 6 volt) and wondered as to their compatability with A123's. Some are coreless and some are 3 pole and 5 pole types. Do any of these types fare better with A123's than the other types ?
Posted on: 8/4/2009 9:58 PM by Author "Gungadin" in the forum "Futaba Radios Direct support forum"
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