RE: The TRUTH about using a real TX with a sim
Great tip Don...
I always went by the 9C FAQ that is on Futaba's site [link=http://www.futabarc.com/faq/faq-9c-q544.html]HERE[/link]:
It says:
Can I turn off the RF output like the 9Z does?
Yes, by using the DSC cord and a DSC compatible receiver such as the R149DP or the R309DPS. Otherwise, no. To avoid transmitting while doing programming or simulator use, you must remove the module.
Maybe the simulator cord acts as a DSC cord for the transmitter and turns it off??? Though they specifically say that it does... I wonder if it prevent transmittion but still heats the goodies? I'll send them an e-mail to make sure...
You're right that WOULD save wear and tear on the module/pins...
If it is being turned off, do you think that is the case with all sims and their respective cables or just AFPD? In other words might the AFPD cable (because it turns on the transmitter by shorting two pins) be different than say RFG3? You wouldn't think so, but then again I never thought to check about the RF module being left in place either.
Anywho... thanks for the info.