Originally Posted by
Chris Nicastro
Pretty sure if memory serves JR makes Spektrum for HH, correct me if Im wrong. The product line provides different features and price points for HH. Just like other major brands they make another product line because not everyone likes the primary brand. Oakley for instance makes Dragon eyewear.
I know the menu structure on the lower channel Spektrum models is derived from the JR 9303 menu which was very easy to navigate. The DX18 has some functionality like that from what I could see so far. Ive had mine out of the box twice, not much time to mess with it yet.
My main reasons for the purchase were a) product support b) JR compatibility since I have a lot of equipment c) 18 channels d) built in sequencer e) price $729 with extra free 9ch Rx
I'm disappointed JR 's product line jumps over from the 11X past the teens and into a $2800 28 channel radio. Thats pretty strange and a lapse of customer support. I would have bought a $1000 16-18Ch JR radio if I could but instead Im trying out the DX18.
Until Jeti is more common and proven in the US I have no interest in the system. I have an investment in JR/Spektrum with a perfect track record for 10+ years, amazingly. Plus, Im not a fan of removable switches and more points of failure either on the Tx or in the plane.
Chris , despite rumors.. JR has never built or manufactured any spektrum brand components or vice versa, they just shared the RF technology. I totally agree on the 14 to 28X jump . Futaba did the same thing on the 18 which was a huge jump from the 14 they have. I looked at the 18 MZ but JR's Aluminum frame,all aluminum gimbals and programing won me over plus it has the best fit to my hands. i would have bought the XG 11 had it not been for the huge battery cover on the back.