Can I change my Crystal 72 Mhz
04-27-2014, 08:06 AM
#1
Can I change my Crystal 72 Mhz
A friend I fly with will give me a whole slew of Futaba good 72 MHz receivers , so my question is the receivers all have a #45 channel crystal in them , I have 2 radios with close channels to that and one is #43 and the other is #48 channel. numbers, can I just replace a crystal in any one of these receivers to [match my 72 MHz radio that #45 crystal in it just swap the crystal with a #43 will it work? 
Last edited by suzonka; 04-27-2014 at 10:43 AM. Reason: added information
04-27-2014, 11:33 AM
#3
Senior Member
As Pete says, no problem as long as you use the proper crystals. Note: you cannot reliably use a Hitec crystal in a Futaba or any other mix of brands. Also, you have to make sure you have dual conversion crystals in a dual conversion receiver and single conversion crystals in a single conversion receiver.
04-27-2014, 12:03 PM
#4
Senior Member
A friend I fly with will give me a whole slew of Futaba good 72 MHz receivers ,
so my question is the receivers all have a #45 channel crystal in them , I have 2 radios with close channels
to that and one is #43 and the other is #48 channel. numbers, can I just replace a crystal in any one of these
receivers to [match my 72 MHz radio that #45 crystal in it just swap the crystal with a #43 will it work?
so my question is the receivers all have a #45 channel crystal in them , I have 2 radios with close channels
to that and one is #43 and the other is #48 channel. numbers, can I just replace a crystal in any one of these
receivers to [match my 72 MHz radio that #45 crystal in it just swap the crystal with a #43 will it work?
Some earlier information which will assist with questions on PPM systems:
Crystals, Oscillators & Piezo
. Transmitter Crystals - Do not interchange - Berg Industries
. Crystals - Why Transmitter & Receiver Crystals Fail Without Warning (or after being dropped)
. Crystal Compatability Chart for RC units (courtesy GWS)
. Crystals - RC Crystal Colour Codes - Identification.
. Crystals - Swapping brands in RC Transmitters and Receivers.
. Crystal - Swapping Transmitter Crystals (USA)
. Crystal - What type do you need ? - Steve Lewin, RC Groups
. Crystal - Hi & Low Band usuage FAQ
Much more information available under sub section:
"Radio Systems, Accessories, Alterations and FAQ" at
Alan's Hobby, Model & RC FAQ Web Links
Alan T.
04-27-2014, 08:22 PM
#6
Senior Member
Please refer to my earlier post.
Alan T.
Alan's Hobby, Model & RC FAQ Web Links
04-28-2014, 07:27 AM
#7
Senior Member
Like Alan says, transmitters do not have a conversion type, only receivers do. And suzonka, do check out Alan's web site, it is a terrific source for good and reliable info on all aspects of radio control. You should put it in your "favorites folder" for future reference.
