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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/8/2008 6:48:28 PM   
aydin3


 

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Status: offline 		well..that has finally sold me on Airtronics....I"ll order an RD8000 to start with and then a RDS8000 when my larger models start to get built

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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/9/2008 10:38:14 PM   
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The manufacturers behind Airtonics are sharp! Give us your assurance
that your designers have avoided the current Futaba bug. Being prudent is
strenght behind a good product, as Airtronics is!
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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/9/2008 11:57:37 PM   
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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/10/2008 12:57:48 AM   
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ORIGINAL: MikeGreenshields

I am not sure what you mean by the current "Futaba" Bug.
We are doing everything to be "Prudent". I promise

Mike

Apparently a few (or more) sets got out without assigning a discrete GUID number. This is causing some RX's to operate from more than 1 TX simultaneously. A matter Futaba will correct but the JR/Spektrum shills are enjoying it.

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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/10/2008 3:20:24 AM   
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Status: online 		Is there some information or postings that tell what the difference between the Airtronics 2.4 operating system (FHSS?), the one used by JR/Spektrum systems (DSSS), and the Futaba system (FASST)? I would like to know the key differences and reasons for using.
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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/10/2008 3:44:54 AM   
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Is there some information or postings that tell what the difference between the Airtronics 2.4 operating system (FHSS?), the one used by JR/Spektrum systems (DSSS), and the Futaba system (FASST)? I would like to know the key differences and reasons for using.
Thanks.

One thing is that theJR/Spektrums "choose" 2 frequencies at turn on and remain on those 2 frequencies as long as "on". New frequencies MAY be used for the next operation cycle. Both the Airtronics and the Futaba use versions of frequency hopping. Perhaps hopping on different predetermined frequencies within the 2.4 band and/or at different rates of change.

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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/13/2008 4:31:52 PM   
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Status: offline 		Does anyone have any idea as to whether the Great Planes / Real Flight controller adapter cord for Airtronics Part # GPMZ4062 will work with the RDS8000?

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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/14/2008 11:31:02 AM   
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Status: offline 		Hey Mike, Word has it that the new RDSs are at the Hobby Shops / Dealers and are awaiting final approval from the FCC. Once that is obtained they will begin shipping to customers. Any word on your side? Also in your experience, how long does it take to get FCC approval? Thanks. Skip D

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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/14/2008 7:35:36 PM   
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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/23/2008 1:13:45 AM   
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Status: offline 		Hopefully you remembered to manufacture the transmitters and receivers with unique identifications and didn't make a big run of units that were all keyed to "000000000000000."

I'm looking forward to hearing back from folks who pre-ordered early and will get the first units!

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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/23/2008 1:27:55 AM   
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Status: offline 		I'm itching to get one of these radios when they come out. I have a bunch of Tower gift certificates I've been saving specifically for this radio. It's good to see tower finally shows them on their web site. However, if unless they don't significantly lower the price, I'll be looking to buy elsewhere. I have a feeling they have the price that high since if it was lower, they would never sell anything made by Futaba!


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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/23/2008 10:00:56 AM   
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Status: offline 		I have completed my Dual Ace 46, and it is ready for my new RDS. Can't wait. Skip D

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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/24/2008 2:47:11 AM   
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Status: offline 		Good to know that Airtronics also come to 2.4G, but they use the RD8000 plastic case that is not very appealing. In fact the design is very dated since the day it launched a few years back. I think the very old Infinity 660 looks a lot better.

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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/24/2008 4:07:33 AM   
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Status: offline 		Does this radio have wheel/slider for flaps? or a 3(or more) position switch?

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RE: *Airtronics RD8000 2.4 GHz* - 1/24/2008 4:47:42 AM   
GotSky


 

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Status: offline 		The RD8000's have a 3 position switch

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