Holy Spektrum FAIL?!
03-23-2012, 12:29 AM
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RE: Holy Spektrum FAIL?!
ORIGINAL: hithere34
Just to clarify...
Plane ''A'' DX6i and receiver ''1'' (lost radio contact and crashed)
Plane ''B'' DX6i and receiver ''2'' (lost radio contact and crashed)
Repaired Plane ''B'' DX8 and receiver ''2'' (lost radio contact and crashed)
Both planes had different batteries (5 cell enerloop) fully charged (tested after crash). Each plane had a different switch, both of which seem to work fine now. Both receivers passed a range check after each crash.
As far as I can see there's one thing in common...Spektrum. I don't want that to be the fault because I now have two transmitters and a bucketload of receivers but it's hard to dispute the evidence.
Next step: Plane C, DX8, receiver 3 (brand new AR6200)
It could be rx issues but the way I'm reading what you're saying, it could also be something else since you said he installed ''another AR6200 receiver''.
If it was the same rx, then I might be inclined to think that rx was an issue but if it was in fact a different one and the result was the same, there is probably something else that needs attention.
Just my thoughts.
If it was the same rx, then I might be inclined to think that rx was an issue but if it was in fact a different one and the result was the same, there is probably something else that needs attention.
Just my thoughts.
Plane ''A'' DX6i and receiver ''1'' (lost radio contact and crashed)
Plane ''B'' DX6i and receiver ''2'' (lost radio contact and crashed)
Repaired Plane ''B'' DX8 and receiver ''2'' (lost radio contact and crashed)
Both planes had different batteries (5 cell enerloop) fully charged (tested after crash). Each plane had a different switch, both of which seem to work fine now. Both receivers passed a range check after each crash.
As far as I can see there's one thing in common...Spektrum. I don't want that to be the fault because I now have two transmitters and a bucketload of receivers but it's hard to dispute the evidence.
Next step: Plane C, DX8, receiver 3 (brand new AR6200)
Of course you could always send me all your Spektrum gear and buy another brand. Perhaps we would both be happy?
Good luck and I hope you figure it out.
03-23-2012, 05:22 AM
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RE: Holy Spektrum FAIL?!
Repaired Plane ''B'' DX8 and receiver ''2'' (lost radio contact and crashed)
Ok what was the minimum flight pack voltage on the telemetry in this crash? This will help you diagnose the problem. Also switches that SEEM to work is just guessing. Just because switches turn on doesnt mean they allow enough current to flow to keep everything happy. Sounds again like a power setup issue. I fly nothing but spektrum in all my planes (over 20 total from parks fliers to 33%) and never had an issue. I also have some futabas that i still use. I know you are pissed but you need to examine your install so this doesnt happen again. Look for binding servos bad extensions etc.Also are where are you flying? Good luck and i hope you find your issue.
Ok what was the minimum flight pack voltage on the telemetry in this crash? This will help you diagnose the problem. Also switches that SEEM to work is just guessing. Just because switches turn on doesnt mean they allow enough current to flow to keep everything happy. Sounds again like a power setup issue. I fly nothing but spektrum in all my planes (over 20 total from parks fliers to 33%) and never had an issue. I also have some futabas that i still use. I know you are pissed but you need to examine your install so this doesnt happen again. Look for binding servos bad extensions etc.Also are where are you flying? Good luck and i hope you find your issue.
03-23-2012, 11:47 AM
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RE: Holy Spektrum FAIL?!
ORIGINAL: hithere34
Both planes had different batteries (5 cell enerloop) fully charged (tested after crash). Each plane had a different switch, both of which seem to work fine now. Both receivers passed a range check after each crash.
As far as I can see there's one thing in common...Spektrum. I don't want that to be the fault because I now have two transmitters and a bucketload of receivers but it's hard to dispute the evidence.
Both planes had different batteries (5 cell enerloop) fully charged (tested after crash). Each plane had a different switch, both of which seem to work fine now. Both receivers passed a range check after each crash.
As far as I can see there's one thing in common...Spektrum. I don't want that to be the fault because I now have two transmitters and a bucketload of receivers but it's hard to dispute the evidence.
Bruce
03-23-2012, 12:11 PM
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RE: Holy Spektrum FAIL?!
Hi!
Enelope cells are no problem to use in most .40-.60 size airplanes, especially if 5 of them are used (6v).
But qusetion is how many servos was he using?? And how did he charge the enelope cells?
A fast charger is No No with NiMH Enelope cells as these cells are notorios for false peaking!
Enelope cells are no problem to use in most .40-.60 size airplanes, especially if 5 of them are used (6v).
But qusetion is how many servos was he using?? And how did he charge the enelope cells?
A fast charger is No No with NiMH Enelope cells as these cells are notorios for false peaking!
