RE: New Hitec Aurora 9-Channel 2.4Ghz Radio System
The Futaba has a diode in it too if I'm not mistaken, as does most every other radio out there. It prevents you from damaging the expensive main board if accidentally plugged in backwards. You can use a NiCad, NiMh, LiPo, LiIo but not an A123 due to the lower voltage. There are many option. Also setting your screen backlight to go off after 30 seconds will help the battery life too. This setting is in the Power menu. Mike.
Posted on: 11/18/2009 12:37 AM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: New Hitec Aurora 9-Channel 2.4Ghz Radio System
[quote]ORIGINAL: Tony Gag Jr. Is there a way to jump the diode so I can use a peak detection charger? I don't like having to take the TX battery out to charge it. Thanks, Tony [/quote] Probably, but do you really want to void your warranty and risk a meltdown that could completely destroy the radio? Mike.
Posted on: 11/16/2009 11:22 AM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec HS 7950TG HV
FYI: 7955's can handle 2S Lipo's too! Mike.
Posted on: 11/15/2009 12:53 AM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: 8FG or Aurora 9
[quote]ORIGINAL: fly guy eddy This info is AWESOME ! Thanks Mike and rctom. The Aurora 9 will be my next radio. Hey Mike one more question, what will be the price of the sensor station if you know off hand? [/quote] There will be a couple different packages, as well as all items individually, but the full version with Sensor Station, HPP-22 USB interface, (4) Temp, (2) RPM, Fuel, and GPS will be around $260. Mike.
Posted on: 11/13/2009 11:45 AM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec 2.4Ghz Module/RX combo arrival
All Hitec receivers will accept any brand sevo connectors. PCM is proprietary, so no... the Aurora will only be able to operate Hitec QPCM and ALL brands FM RX's with use of the Spectra Pro 72Mhz module. Mike.
Posted on: 10/20/2009 12:08 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec 2.4Ghz Module/RX combo arrival
It will plug directly into: Hitec Prism 7/7X, Optic 6, Eclipse 7, Aurora 9 Futaba 7U,8U,9C,9Z or any version of... i.e. Super. We've also modded it to work with the EVO 9/12 (Not 7) Thead posted in Groups. Mike.
Posted on: 10/20/2009 12:16 AM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec 2.4Ghz Module/RX combo arrival
Yes, it is fully compatible with the 9C... and to update and earlier post; we have now figured out the problem as to why it was not working with the origional Prism 7 (non "X.") We'll post the fix shortly. Fiberglass typically has no impact on 2.4ghz, it's carbonfiber that it has issues with. If you want to be on the safe side you can always exit the tag end of the antenna outside the fuse. Module/RX combos have been shipping in larger numbers now so they should be readily available in the next few days. Mike.
Posted on: 10/19/2009 8:05 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Aurora 9 radio
The Aurora's started shipping TODAY!!! :D:D:D Mike.
Posted on: 10/12/2009 7:39 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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RE: New Hitec Aurora 9-Channel 2.4Ghz Radio System
You will need the Spectra PRO module to operate in 72Mhz. The push was to get the 2.4Ghz system out first though so the Spectra PRO is not due until Nov/Dec. Unfortunately we did not meet the late Sept goal, but the good new is that the Aurora's shipped out to the dealers/distributors TODAY!!!! :D Mike.
Posted on: 10/12/2009 7:34 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec 2.4Ghz Module/RX combo arrival
That's the normal price and will not end. Mike.
Posted on: 10/7/2009 1:31 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec 2.4Ghz Module/RX combo arrival
Yes, we have Canadian (IC) approval on all our 2.4Ghz. The 9Z is unique I believe and uses a different size module, so it would not work with our system. Hitec and Futaba antennas are similar sized and threaded. The antenna included with our module will screw right in a 9C. So, the radios our system would work with are: Hitec Prism 7x (not origional 7), Eclipse 7, Optic 6, Futaba 9C and 8U. Mike.
Posted on: 10/7/2009 1:31 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: When will the A9 be available
The Aurora is due this week... unfortunately due to the storms in the Philippines which closed the airport for days, our shipment of them was not able to leave as scheduled. :( Mike.
Posted on: 10/6/2009 5:08 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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RE: New Hitec Aurora 9-Channel 2.4Ghz Radio System
We are expecting them this week. Unfortunatley due to the storms in the Philippines the airport was closed for several days which delayed the shipment. :( Mike.
Posted on: 10/6/2009 1:34 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec 2.4Ghz Module/RX combo arrival
Sure... in fact the first Aurora 9's will ship with the 7Ch RX. Mike.
Posted on: 10/4/2009 2:59 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Spectra 2.4 Ghz Module compatible with Futaba Transmitters?
We've tested it and other are using it in the 9C. I don't have a 9Z to test it with but if they use a similar module then it should work. Note: In the past many people used the Hitec Spectra synthesized module in Futaba radios, and while it worked, the combo was not FCC type accepted so technically it was illegal. Hitec Spectra 2.4 system is self contained and does not use any of the radios RF section so it is legal to use in any radio that it fits. Mike.
Posted on: 10/3/2009 10:37 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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RE: HMA-24FI with otima 9 ch receiver
The system is capable of up to 4096+ resolution but this is limited by the radio system itself; it will handle what every your radio is capable of. Latency is 14us but this is added to the latency of the PPM system because it has to be converted from digtial to analog. FYI; In the Aurora this interface is digital so there is no added latency, just as if it were a native 2.4 system. The low battery warning telemetry is built into the module so yes, it will work. But, if you want to capture data from the on board sensors (sensor station) it's a little more difficult. You would have to hook up the HPP-22 interface to data port in the module and then also have it plugged into a PC. There is no capability to store the data in the module to retrieve it later. Mike.
Posted on: 10/1/2009 2:48 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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RE: New Hitec Aurora 9-Channel 2.4Ghz Radio System
[quote]ORIGINAL: boothg-3 i am also wanting to upgrade from my futaba 8u after being a 30 year futaba only owner i am looking at the aurora mainly due to the cost of recievers futabas prices are rediculously high compared to other manufacturers $140.OO for an 8 channel reciever of theirs versus $99.95 for a hitec 9 channel thats two futaba recievers for about the same price as three hitecs and when considering upgrading the fleet it works out to a big difference [/quote] And that's only if you need all 9 channels... most people never use more than 6 channels in which case ours will only be $50 ea. Consider that the lowest cost (full range) FAAST receiver is twice that, so we're talking 2-1! :D Mike.
Posted on: 10/1/2009 2:37 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec Optic 2.4 specs?
It's no different than the current Optic 6 except with a 2.4Ghz module and receiver. Info is here: http://www.hitecrcd.com/transmitters/show?name=Optic+6 Mike.
Posted on: 9/30/2009 3:19 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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RE: Flash 5X - Double beep
I just tested the one we have and it beeps twice when I turned it on. I'd say it's normal, so unless there are other issues I would not worry about it. Mike.
Posted on: 9/29/2009 12:06 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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RE: New Hitec Aurora 9-Channel 2.4Ghz Radio System
They are due next week and then we will ship them... Hopefully they'll be on the shelves in a couple of weeks. Mike.
Posted on: 9/25/2009 2:12 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Aurora 9 Battery Question
The Aurora's will come with a 2000mah Eneloop battery. :D It's the same ELCO connector we use in all the other radios. Here's the pic: Mike.
Posted on: 9/25/2009 1:46 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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RE: Range
If you can see it, you can fly it. As far as increasing the range... you will have to research that on your own. Mike.
Posted on: 9/23/2009 5:32 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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RE: Multiplex Leaving the US Market?
v2.62 is the version we use in the USA. Mike.
Posted on: 9/23/2009 5:31 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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RE: Aurora 9 Manual Please make it available
http://www.hitecrcd.com/product_file/file/177/Aurora_9_manual.pdf
Posted on: 9/23/2009 4:49 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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Hitec Aurora 9 Manual now available.
http://www.hitecrcd.com/product_file/file/177/Aurora_9_manual.pdf [:D][:D][:D] Mike.
Posted on: 9/23/2009 4:37 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec 2.4Ghz Module/RX combo arrival
Module and Receiver manuals: http://www.hitecrcd.com/product_file/file/175/Spectra_2.4_Manual.pdf http://www.hitecrcd.com/product_file/file/176/Optima_679_Manual.pdf Aurora manual: http://www.hitecrcd.com/product_file/file/177/Aurora_9_manual.pdf No, this module will only work with Hitec and some Futaba radios like the 9C that use a similar size module. Mike.
Posted on: 9/23/2009 4:33 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec 2.4Ghz Module/RX combo arrival
Here's the link to the manual: https://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/prod/oet/forms/blobs/retrieve.cgi?attachment_id=1160682&native_or_pdf=pdf I'm hoping to have the Aurora manual as well as this one on our website tomorrow. Yea, the 9Ch RX will work with this module in the 9C as well but is not due for another month or so. Mike.
Posted on: 9/22/2009 10:39 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec A9 Maual Please
We had the manual in illustrator format which was not easy for our guy here to convert to .pdf quickly as I had hopped. The .pdf should be available in the next couple of days. I would know more but my flight was delayed out of Dallas yesterday for thunderstorms and I didn't get home until 2:30am this morning, so I'm not in the office today. Yes, the Aurora's are still due at the end of the month and should be in the shops early Oct. Mike.
Posted on: 9/22/2009 1:56 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec 2.4Ghz Module/RX combo arrival
Good to hear! There were a few in use (Other than by us) at the NEAT fair this past weekend too. :D:D:D Mike.
Posted on: 9/21/2009 8:38 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hitec 2.4Ghz Module/RX combo arrival
[quote]ORIGINAL: Texastbird Hey Mike, the first advertisements for the module mentioned they would work with a 9C. What's the latest word? Thanks. [/quote] That's a big 10-4! Mike.
Posted on: 9/16/2009 11:18 PM by Author "MikeMayberry" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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