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Spectra 2.4 Ghz Module compatible with Futaba Transmitt... - 5/28/2009 6:19 AM   
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Status: offline 		Hi Mike. I have a Futaba 9z whose life I wouldn't mind extending for awhile with 2.4.  It looks like I will eventually be getting an Aurora 9 when they come out. Out of interest, would I be able to use the Spectra 2.4GHz module in the 9Z? The 9C? With the aporopriate Optima receiver, of course.

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RE: Spectra 2.4 Ghz Module compatible with Futaba Trans... - 10/4/2009 3:04 AM   
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Status: offline 		Any documentation on this? I'm interested as well.

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RE: Spectra 2.4 Ghz Module compatible with Futaba Trans... - 10/4/2009 3:37 AM   
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Status: online 		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.

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RE: Spectra 2.4 Ghz Module compatible with Futaba Trans... - 10/4/2009 7:00 PM   
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Status: offline 		Okay, so it does work with the 9C then (That's what I have).

Where can I find the technical information on this (like the manual?).

I looked on the Hitec site but was unable to find any specific Futaba compatibility information. My understanding is that things are supposed to be available sometime this month?

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RE: Spectra 2.4 Ghz Module compatible with Futaba Trans... - 10/4/2009 10:23 PM   
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ORIGINAL: submikester

Any documentation on this? I'm interested as well.


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RE: Spectra 2.4 Ghz Module compatible with Futaba Trans... - 10/6/2009 11:14 AM   
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ORIGINAL: submikester    Okay, so it does work with the 9C then (That's what I have). Where can I find the technical information on this (like the manual?).  I looked on the Hitec site but was unable to find any specific Futaba compatibility information. My understanding is that things are supposed to be available sometime this month?

Hitec RCD Optima 6, 7 & 9ch Receiver ManualHitec RCD 2.4GHz Spectra Module Manual
No specific instructions relating to any one type of transmitter as the two listed Manuals cover various instalations and uses. Web search will evidence posts already submitted on various forums by several satisfied Futaba owners describing their various transmitters and results with the Hitec 2.4GHz Spectra installed.
The most comprehensive thread on the Hitec 2.4GHz system includes a tip for those frequently interchange modules and wish to avoid time taken to interchange PPM & 2.4Ghz TX antenna:
Antenna Mount - suggested alternative. Full thread has sufficient information to answer almost any question.
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Spectra 2.4G is also compatible with other Module Type Transmitters that use the same Futaba/Hitec module shape/size/pin slots. e.g.:
5UAF, 5UAP
7UAF,7UAFS, 7UAP,7UAPS, 7UHF,7UHFS, 7UHP,7UHPS
8UAF, 8UAFS, 8UAP, 8UAPS, 8UHF,8UHFS,8UHP, 8UHPS
(8FGA, 8FGH as non-module radios can not be accomodated). 
9CA, 9CH, 9CAPS, 9CAFS, 9CHPS, 9CHFS
10CH, 10CA
(10CAG or 10CHG as non-module radios can not be accomodated).
 



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RE: Spectra 2.4 Ghz Module compatible with Futaba Trans... - 10/6/2009 2:42 PM   
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RE: Spectra 2.4 Ghz Module compatible with Futaba Trans... - 11/18/2009 12:48 AM   
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Status: offline 		I have an Eclipse 7 that is only a few months old.

I bought it to replace an Eclipse 7 that is several years old.

I ran the older eclipse on a 3 cell lipo and did not have any trouble with it.

In fact it still operates fine.

I replaced it because it has been dropped several times and is held together with JB weld.

My question is whether the Eclipse 7 can be operated on 3s with the 2.4 GHZ module.

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RE: Spectra 2.4 Ghz Module compatible with Futaba Trans... - 11/18/2009 3:15 AM   
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ORIGINAL: gplarry   I have an Eclipse 7 that is only a few months old.   I bought it to replace an Eclipse 7 that is several years old.   I ran the older eclipse on a 3 cell lipo and did not have any trouble with it.  In fact it still operates fine.  I replaced it because it has been dropped several times and is held together with JB weld. My question is whether the Eclipse 7 can be operated on 3s with the 2.4 GHZ module.
Thanks,  Larry  


AOK provided your Lipol pack has a voltage regulator built in so as not to exceed 12.0V.
Please refer to previous advices: Batteries_Lithium Polymer - Do Not Use Lipol in Transmitters
The Spectra Pro is designed to be used within two circuits, depending on pinouts, either the Aurora which is specifically designed to operate on 7.2v NiCad/NiMH or  2S Lipol, or the pinouts of earlier module based TX fitted with 9.6V NiCad/NiMH or 8 x AA Alkaline (12.0v), higher voltage voids warranty. 
Hitec RCD Product Details 2009
Hitec RCD Spectra 2.4GHz Module Manual
Aurora A9, Eclipse 7, Flash 4&5, Optic 6, Prism 7 series Lipol, Field and Fast Charging.

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