RE: Transmitter timers/resets
Ok, my previous post was based solely on opinion and observation. This one deals with numbers....... Fact: 100hours before reset Assumption: 15 minutes of ON status assuming 10 to 12 minutes of actual flight. 1 year = 365 days = 52 weeks If we use 15 minutes of ON status per flight, then we get a total of 400 flights per year or 1 flight per day or 7.7 flights per week. If the goal is to keep a timer on a yearly basis, this numbers are a bit too low. Based on the above, I'd have to agree with your comments. But if the goal is to keep track of actual time for a logbook application........... I would not rely on the electronic timer to keep track of the ON time. The logbook is the correct place to keep that information. Rafael
Posted on: 5/23/2013 8:47 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "JR Radio & Spektrum Radios"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11520245

RE: Transmitter timers/resets
[quote]ORIGINAL: Ibcinyou! .....If you fly planes that weigh over 55lbs, you have to keep a log of all the “on time� for the model. This makes it difficult when the transmitter keeps resetting itself after 100 hours of “on time�. The timer for one of my planes should read approximately 725 hours, but it doesn’t, it has reset itself seven times already.......... What do you think?[/quote] This might not tbe what you want to hear but here it goes anyway. For you to notice all this information, you should keep very good notes of all your flights. So if you keep such good notes of all your flights, it should be very easy for you to notice a "roll over" of the timer. Just keep the actual timer rolling on your logbook, and it should match somewhat closely to the one on the radio, just off by a multiple of 100. [quote]I am also on my second motor and second set of servos, and second set of batteries. [/quote] So what would happen to your timer when you have to change transmitters? If you fly that much, you will have to change or at least re-build the one you own soon. I hope you have a backup. I've needed one more than once. Now the TX timer would be way off from the logbook timer. And the discussion here would be null and void at that point. Again, just brining up some points based on my opinion. Rafael
Posted on: 5/23/2013 8:27 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "JR Radio & Spektrum Radios"
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RE: 450 clone blade tracking
Several possibilities come to mind, not brand specific: 1. Swashplate coming apart 2. Worn or loose ball links anywhere on the head typically above the swashplate 3. Bent spindle 4. Warped Blades Since you are not specific as to head rpm and other factors, these are the most common causes for erratic tracking. You already eliminated the dampers possibility. Are you sure the head is assembled right for the dampers to work properly? Rafael
Posted on: 5/20/2013 2:29 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11517471

RE: Hirobo Relic I.D.?
Looks like a Hirobo Shuttle. It's been ages since i've seen a belt start helicopter. WOW Parts may be available to newer Shuttles, but if you do not know helicopters, it might be more economical to go with a new one. $160.00 is not going to get you a good one if you ask me. Double or triple that budget and you are going to start to get into the better ones in the used market. Assuming that you will need everything. Rafael
Posted on: 5/16/2013 1:46 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
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RE: help
It looks to me more like an MFA Sport 500 than anything else. The blade grips are bent, the tail boom is mangled, and there is oxidation all over. It would take a lot of work to get it going again. Rafael
Posted on: 5/15/2013 11:49 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
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RE: Will changing paddle angle affect windy day performance?
[quote]ORIGINAL: jester_s1 Oh I definitely understand that I'm not going to get the kind of performance that I would out of a 600 class machine. [/quote] I never said 600 machine. Within the same size (450) there is a great variation between brands. [quote]I just want to get it as good as I can. I'll try some extra flybar weight and see what happens with it. I'm guessing a wheel collar on each end is a good place to start?[/quote] I guess that you could start with a wheel collar (assuming you have plenty of those on hand), but experience tells me you are going to need a lot more weight than just a wheel collar. You might end up with too many. A proper flybar weight might be the ticket. The weight needs to be concentrated as far as possible from the main shaft. If you add a lot of wheel collars, the weight is going to be distributed instead of concentrated. As for the thin skin, I'm not taking sides, just advising you to ignore some posts and take with a grain of salt the others. There are a lot of keyboard experts. [:D] Rafael
Posted on: 9/14/2012 2:14 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11228636

RE: Will changing paddle angle affect windy day performance?
This may sound rude to you given that you show signs of thin skin, but here it goes anyway..... You are asking an economy car to perform like a sports car. Some brands the smaller helicopters are obviously better than others as far as quality, rigidity, and comopnent fit. You might be fighting an uphill battle. I have zero experience with Esky, other than what I have read in the forums. The suggestion for heavier paddles is spot on. You can also add flybar weights, and keep the existing paddles. Adding just weight (camera rig) does nothing to help control the helicopter, it just adds to the pendulum effect, and if the head is already loose, you are just compounding the issue. I will not go into the "wind area" and how it increases when you add large stuff to the outside of the helicopter, you should have plenty of aerodinamic experience with your airplanes. I suggest that you wear a thicker skin, and resist the urge to backlash at the people that come here to help. I did not see any insults in the thread, but I bet that you will not see that person dropping by to provide advice to you anymore. Rafael
Posted on: 9/13/2012 8:13 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
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RE: NOTAM from Hell
[quote]ORIGINAL: DadsToysBG Hey, move to Kentucky. Nobody comes here. Dennis [/quote] Or Kansas [:D] Rafael
Posted on: 9/7/2012 12:19 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11220907

RE: ngh 9cc gas engine
I'll let more knowledgeable people chime in. It was my understanding that gasoline engines at those displacements were a little stubborn and did not produce enough power for helicopter use. I could be mistaken. Sorry I can't be of anymore help. Rafael
Posted on: 9/5/2012 8:16 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11218252

RE: ngh 9cc gas engine
Doing a conversion, 9cc equals to 0.54cuin. From the OS Engines website, ([link]http://osengines.com/[/link]) the OS55Hyper is 8.93cc. This engine has been uses sucessfully in several 50 sized helicopters. it was designed to be a direct replacement. Can you narrow down your question? Which helicopter? Can you post a link to the engine in question? Rafael
Posted on: 9/4/2012 8:50 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11216948

RE: Needing to convert from 72, question please
Just to re-iterate the original question: [quote]ORIGINAL: JohnMcGowan ......I want to use Futaba Fasst equipment to convert it, using the 2.4 Tx module and a 617 Fasst receiver.. [/quote] John: A quick google search might be able to give you a budget idea. As for best pricing.... You might have to do a little more research. [link]http://www.amazon.com/Futaba-2-4GHz-R6008HS-Module-FASST/dp/B002MQA4GA[/link] Rafael
Posted on: 8/21/2012 3:47 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: it has to smoke
[quote]ORIGINAL: OliverJacob ....There is a scerw in the muffler and I am sure that is where the fitting goes in..... [/quote] Where is this screw located? Is it at the "header" close to the cylinder? Or is it further away like the pressure nipple on nitro engines? Rafael
Posted on: 8/20/2012 2:51 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Do I need a 6 or 7 channel receiver?
Give us the whole story. Which radio do you have? That will provide better information of the potential mixes available to you instead of guessing. As said before, mixing is better than using a Y harness. So going by that statement: Throttle 1 single elevator 1 rudder 1 Dual aileron 2 flaps 2 Electric retracts 1 or more I would suggest an 8 channel receiver or better, depending on how you connect the retracts.
Posted on: 8/13/2012 8:32 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "JR Radio & Spektrum Radios"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11191574

RE: Past article? Help.
[quote]ORIGINAL: 1320Fastback Yes but could net get issues later that 1980, at least from my iPhone. [/quote] I did not read everything, but I believe you have to login with your AMA credentials to access the other issues. Rafael
Posted on: 8/10/2012 2:08 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11188555

RE: Past article? Help.
Have you tried the online archives of Model Aviation? It has a search feature. [link]http://library.modelaviation.com/[/link] Rafael
Posted on: 8/10/2012 8:09 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11188138

RE: How to apply corrections to transmitter stick fly ccpm helicopter
[quote]ORIGINAL: rcpilot1982 .....I read that if ......[/quote] Forums and books are a good source for information. But until you actually see it, you are just INTERPRETING from the information provided, hence the situation where you are now. I STRONGLY suggest that you find a local flyer in your area to show you the ropes. I suggest one of these websites to get you started. [link]http://www.pilotlocator.net/[/link] [link]http://www.modelaircraft.org/clubsearch.aspx[/link] Rafael
Posted on: 8/10/2012 8:02 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11188130

RE: How to apply corrections to transmitter stick fly ccpm helicopter
[quote]ORIGINAL: rcpilot1982 ....am i supposed to just tap the stick in the corrected direction and then just let it bounce back to the center? ..........[/quote] [quote]........basically quickly tap each correction into the stick and then let it go back to center??.....[/quote] [quote].....giving it continuous bumps to keep it from leaving the circle.....[/quote] [quote].....i tried just tapping the controls......[/quote] You keep using these terms even after Goggles tried to give you some well placed advise. This is not a Nintendo Controller. There is no bumping, tapping, and letting it spring back to center. That is the fastest way to crash. Smooth, precise, and controlled stick movements is what you want. NEVER let go the sticks. If your helicopter is spinning wildly or tipping uncontrolably when you try to take off, then you need to have somebody look at your settings. With a heading hold gyro, proper headspeed, a balanced helicopter and a level surface, the helicopter should almost rise up vertically similar to the simulator. But we all know that there are slight deviations from a perfect world, so practice makes up the difference. Rafael
Posted on: 8/8/2012 9:02 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11185571

RE: Servo compatibility question??????????????
[quote]ORIGINAL: SeamusG Horizon surely does have the Spektrum DS821 specs as part of their product webpage. <a href=''http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/ds821-high-torque-servo-JRPS821#t2'' target=''_blank''>DS821 Specs [/quote] It is a well documented fact that 821 servos fail in a specific fashion when used improperly and it has nothing to do with torque. BH has firsthand knowledge of that failure mode. Rafael
Posted on: 8/6/2012 1:54 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11183194

RE: Flight Simulator
If you are looking for the best, you should be looking for one of two on the market. Phoenix, or RealFlight. If you want free upgrades, very nice graphics and physics Phoenix is what you want. If you like a sim that will also be capable of working like a video game, that also has very good graphics and physics then Realflight is the one you want. I have no clue what either one has regarding the Blade line of helis. I do not remember what each one has regarding specific brands. But if you use the Sim as a tool, an not a "check ride" like most people seem to use it, it does not matter which helicopters are represented in the simulator. Basic motor functions and instantaneous reactions is what you are looking for, not specific movements related to specific models. Both simulators include the necessary hardware (controller and cables) to succesfully use the program. Those two are the absolute BEST. Now as has been said before, best is subjective, and you had additional requirements tied to the "best" simulator, so what is best for me, might not be best for you. Rafael
Posted on: 8/6/2012 1:50 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11183184

RE: Transmitter Resolution - What Does It Mean?
[quote]ORIGINAL: SeamusG do you know if the Rx is aware of the resolution of the Tx? Or, if ya upgrade to a Tx w/ 2048 resolution do the Rx need some firmware upgrades as well? [/quote] Receivers have fixed resolution. Don't ask me for further details, that is a fact that I'm aware of. In Spektrum/JR systems a TX capable of doing 2048 will adjust to 1024 if it detects a receiver with a lower resolution. [quote]Next question: How much does the Rx contribute? Is it simply a communications manager interacting with the transmitter then taking on the role of a mail sorter passing the transmitter "commands" on to the appropriate servo? [/quote] Don't forget the failsafe settings. Those are stored within the receiver and used when a certain number of packets are corrupt. Then after the receiver gets a hold of another certain number of good packets, then failsafe is removed and normal control established. I think you have the Resolution question nailed down. Rafael
Posted on: 8/3/2012 12:59 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11179869

RE: Transmitter Resolution - What Does It Mean?
[quote]ORIGINAL: SeamusG If the increment allows the arm to be positioned at each degree from 0 to 180 then there would be 181 different length of pulses to tell it the different positions. If you wanted 1/2 a degree positioning between 0 and 180 - then what - 361 different length of pulses? [/quote] This is the way I understand it. I am by no means an expert. You have the correct idea in the above Quoted statement. In your example, you have a [b]resolution[/b] of either 181 or 361. Or radios are capable of having way better resolution that that, as you already know; 1024 or 2048. That means that there are either 1024 or 2048 "steps" to complete your theoretical 180 degree rotation. Rafael
Posted on: 8/3/2012 8:58 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11179627

RE: Battery help please
That is a Fromeco Regulator. I have several Arizona Regulators made by Fromeco in my helicopters. Since I have a little older equipment, I prefer not to use LiFe yet as I slowly upgrade my equipment (by attrition) then I might look into LiFe in the future and do away with regulators altogether. To charge a LiIon you can use the same settings as to charge a LiPo. Set the voltage (7.4v) then the capacity, and watch it go. Best is that they are not as volitile as the LiPos. Rafael
Posted on: 8/1/2012 8:20 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11177177

RE: Brushless motor direct to battery without reciever???
[quote]ORIGINAL: amv101 I am working on a project and want to hook up a brushless motor direct to a battery, without a receiver. I simply need the brushless motor to turn off and on by a switch, and powered by a battery. It does not need any speed controlling. The servos will be powered by a seperate RX and battery. [/quote] Does it have to be brushless? You can do it with a brushed motor, I do not know how many times you will be able to do it, but it can be done. Talk to the electric Dragster type of guys and they will show you how. When I was getting bit by the RC bug I visited a lot of RC car tracks. Rafael
Posted on: 7/31/2012 12:59 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11176186

RE: Noisy Trex 450 SE V2
NEVER, [b]NEVER[/b], [color=#FF0000][b]NEVER[/b][/color] Clamp a helicopter down to anything! Or spin a helicopter without it's blades securely fastened. Here are a few videos that will show you why: [link]http://rc.runryder.com/helicopter/t704752p1/[/link] And please, do not say that you do it slowly, carefully, or what not. By you suggesting it, is enough to perpetrate the extremely dangerous activity. Newbies do not know better. I did not read the entire post. You might have great info there, and it looks like you do, from a fast scan of the content. It is just the strapping down part. to n4t: I know it is tedious, but disassembling the helicopter and carefully looking at all the parts is your best bet. Sometimes you don't even have to disassemble it. Just carefully looking at the areas where rotating parts meet non-rotating parts, you can get a pretty good idea of what is going on. If you have to disassemble, take the bearings and spin them carefully with your fingers feeling for rough spots or what not. They should be silky smooth, if they are not, you need a new one. Rafael
Posted on: 7/31/2012 8:57 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
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RE: what am I doing wrong
Hard to tell without pictures/video. Maybe you cooked the batteries, maybe something is broken, mis-aligned, or loose. Too many variables with a non-popular helicopter. Rafael
Posted on: 7/31/2012 8:48 AM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11175867

RE: Need help ID'ing this
Thats a Hirobo. Now which variation? there has been quite a few variations over the years, Eagle, Freya, Evo, ect. I have an older Freya and I'm still figuring out the other different models. Check on the sides of the engine to look for a number. It should be somewhere between 60 and 90. Better pictures of the head and frames will help other folks identify it better. Rafael
Posted on: 7/25/2012 1:11 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11168916

RE: Heli storage
[quote]ORIGINAL: rotor09 Great storage idea Rafael23cc [/quote] Thanks but I can't claim the idea. The previous owner of the trailer (another RCers) had it done. Rafael
Posted on: 7/24/2012 2:26 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11167632

RE: Heli storage
Here is the set-up inside my trailer, I've got horizontal shelves in my hobby room and these in my trailer. Keeps the helis tight to the wall and they fit side-by-side. Just regular wire shelving from any hardware store. The back of the skids go into the "bent" part of the shelf and a zip tie goes over the front of the skis. I added a piece of wood to the wire self to rest the skids to keep the vertical fin from poking holes in the walls as the helis bounce dound the road. On a fixed installation I believe it is not needed. Rafael
Posted on: 7/23/2012 1:51 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11166163

RE: does the receiver need a separate battery?
If you get an ESC with a BEC you should have no problem. The BEC provides the power to the receiver thru the throttle channel. Read carefully the specifications for the BEC to make sure that you are connecting an appropriate voltage to the ESC / BEC. Rafael
Posted on: 7/20/2012 3:18 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11162843

RE: Rx/Tx compatibility question
-Muffled breathing sounds- Luke - Your knowledge of the Force is getting stronger. Your feelings do not fail you. The Force has guided you to the correct answer. -More muffled breathing sounds- [:D] [:D] [:D] Too ripe not to take advantage ot it. [:D] [:D] Rafael
Posted on: 7/20/2012 3:14 PM by Author "Rafael23cc" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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