xxq111

When I move the gas and rudder control stick, the module makes beep sound and flashing blue.
This does not happen every time.
Have two aircraft with two receivers. The problem is only in one plane.

What is it that makes the beep sound and light blue?

Regards
Sejenssen

JIMF14D

The problem is probably a RX battery that is low or is too small for the # of servos you have etc. Or you could have a servo that is binding or overdriving the surface.

The module has a RX voltage monitor that can be set to selected RX voltage warning. When you bang the sticks around the servo loads increase and drop the battery voltage.

See the Hitec web site for info. You can set the voltage warning level but you need the Hitec HP-22 and HP-22 software to do it.

I don't have my Exclipse 7, 2.4 anymore as Iconverted to the A9 but it always worked great.

Good luck

xxq111

Can I use 2s lipo battery?

Regards
Sejenssen

JIMF14D

I really cannot give you good advice on LIPO. I would be cautious since 2s fully charged would be near 8 volts and Ido not know what Rx and servos you are using. Some can take 6 volts, some cannot. First thing I would do is make sure there is no binding or overtravel of your thottle and rudder links and servos as this may be the problem and you could fix that by just reducing the end point (EPA) at your transmitter or fixing any binding.

Do you know what voltage is going to your RX when you have all sticks at neutral and then at full thows? Also you would need to check the 2.4 module low voltage alarm setting but you need an HP-22 to do that.

Jim D

A.T.

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ORIGINAL: xxq111 When I move the gas and rudder control stick, the module makes beep sound and flashing blue.
This does not happen every time. Have two aircraft with two receivers. The problem is only in one plane.
What is it that makes the beep sound and light blue? Regards Sejenssen

1. Low Battery Warning - Rx battery is not fully charged, not large enough for the number of servo,
or evena bad servo or lead.
Optima Transceiver (RX) - Low Battery Warning settings forSpectra 2.4Ghz module.
Adjustable LBW Voltage Alerts V1.07 up (not available V1.04<06).
Optima Transceiver (RX) - Dual or Multiple Batteries may be installed - Avoid Brownout
& Add Redundancy, even one for each servo.

AFHSS - LED Status Card - What the colours/combinations are indicating.
. Digital .pdf copy which can be printed and inserted as a page in manual or extra cards made.

Quote:

ORIGINAL: xxq111 Can I use 2s lipo battery? Regards Sejenssen

2. Optima Transceiver & Minima (RX) - Voltage Input Limits.

ex Hitec USA Support Forum Sticky:
AFHSS Spectra Modules, Optima Transceivers, Minima Receivers
& Telemetry - FAQ & Undocumented Features
- Mixes, Setups,Tips. {Individual Links often updated}

Alan T.
Alan's Hobby, Model & RC FAQ Web Links

Darrell Bunch

My Hitec Eclipse 7 with promotional 2.4 module will bind with all chanels except throttle speed control any sugestions?

A.T.

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ORIGINAL: Darrell Bunch My Hitec Eclipse 7 with promotional 2.4 module will bind with all chanels except throttle speed control any sugestions?

If it has linked to one, then it has linked to all channels.
Have you reduced the throttle trin or alternatively expanded throttle EPA?
refer:
EPA, ATV, Dual & Triple Rates, Expo Differences & Caution + ESC / BEC Set Up


Alan T.
Alan's Hobby, Model & RC FAQ Web Links

JIMF14D

Do you have throttle lock on?

Darrell Bunch

No throttle lock not on but thanks for suggestion

Darrell Bunch

Checked throttle trim and adjusted it. Now it binds throttle thanks for your information I now like my 2.4 setup.

Darrell Bunch

Thanks AT!

Darrell Bunch

Can't get blue light to flash on modual to bind with receiver blue light flashes on receiver

A.T.

ECLIPSE 7 with Spectra 2.4 GHz Module, please refer to
. AFHSS - ID_Setup (also known as Binding or Linking) & Range Test Procedure for
........Aurora 9, Spectra 2.4Ghz Module <> Optima Transceiver or Minima Receiver.
(extract: if module and transceiver have the latest firmware)
. Hitec AFHSS ID-Setup (Bind) Spectra Module V3.01(0), Optima Transceiver 6, 7 & 9ch V2.02(0) & Minima Receivers - quick pictorial reference.

================================================== =======

ECLIPSE 7 PRO
Eclipse 7 Pro - IDSetup
extract (see also copy of the attachment - hold button in before turning Tx on)
"3. ID-Setup.
Re link the transceiver using a separate 4 or 5 cell fully charged battery pack with at least a servo in channel 3.
" Note-
. Ensure Transmitter and receiver batteries are fully charged.
In the case of EP models, it is best to use 4 x new Alkaline cells in the battery holder provided
with system, (depends on country & package bought) this being easier and negates any fault in ESC/BEC or UBEC
. ID Setting (Bind) must be done within 15ft. (5m) of the transmitter and receiver.
- Transmitter and receiver need to be at least 18in. (45 cm) from each other to bind correctly.
ID_Setup will still display the correct LED sequence but the link will not be secure if the Tx is to close or to far away. "

The following will also assist, please readi down all the headers on each page:
. Hitec Eclipse 7 & Eclipse 7 Pro - FAQ - Setup and Additional Programming
and on another fourm:
. Eclipse 7 Pro - FAQ

Alan T.
Alan's Hobby, Model & RC FAQ Web Links

Darrell Bunch

Still no luck getting receiver to bind with transmitter. Light is red on radio and solid. Receiver blinks red . Charged batteries on transmitter and receiver ? Do I need to send radio in for service

A.T.

Which firmware is intsalled in the module?
If never updated to the tlatest firmware, then the module will only perform as under the
old instructions contained post #13:
"b. For other TX with Spectra 2.4 Ghz Module
- after installing the module on the transmitter, press and hold the button on the module,
turn on the transmitter, then release the button.
TX must be in PPM mode, will not bind if TX left in QPCM/PCM mode. Red LED will flash while it is searching for a receiver.
c. Press and hold the button on the receiver, turn on the receiver, red LED is on solid, release the button on the receiver.
Solid red and blue LED emits indicate it is linked with the module.
d. Solid red LED and blinking blue LED on the module indicate when the linking process is completed.
e. Turn Receiver Off First then Transmitter Off Last.
f. Turn Transmitter On First, red LED is solid on the module.
g. Turn Receiver On Last, red LED is solid, after a moment, when both module and receiver connected,
module will beep 4 times.
h. You should now have control over the model as the transmitter module and receiver are linked in Normal Mode."

If module has been updated then follow the instructions under the qick reference page.
otherwise email direct to:
Hitec Warranty & Service - homepage.
Note: Hitec USA only services North/South America and Canada.
"Hitec USA customer service department is available Monday through Friday*
from 7am- 4:30 pm Pacific time. Reach us at 858.748.8440 or
[email protected] any time you have a question"
• If you are from a country that is outside North and South America, please contact the
Hitec distributor in your country for service.

Alan T.
Alan's Hobby, Model & RC FAQ Web Links

Darrell Bunch

Think I've found problem. 1of the 5 pins where the modual plugs in is pushed half way in . The modual is not making good contact. Is this model of radio worth sending in for repair?

JIMF14D

Talk to Hitec Service/Support at www.HITECRCD.COM or call them. Hitec is very good on service and they will probably tell you a $ cost upfront. Also if it is pushed pin someone here may have done that repair and can advise you.

The Eclipse 7 is a great radio, Ihad two of them for 10 years unitl Igot Aurora 9.

Good luck.

Darrell Bunch

Thank you for your help.

JIMF14D

Iforgot to mention that if you get it fixed but decide to get a new radio you can always sell the Eclipse on E-Bay and get some $. In 2010 Ihad no problems selling both my Eclipse 7s on E-Bay. One had the 2.4GHZ module conversion.

Have fun.

4*60

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But now really good ones would go for $75-100 around here with a module. It is a tricky situation. Someone here resoldered Optic 6 pins but they didn't last more than 2 years. The fact that they went on his and the repair didn't last might be a reflection on how it was treated. Yours might last with a simple fix!