RE: beginner lipo ?
As far as I know (which is simply by reading the threads here), the SC (if it is Hobbyzone) will not work with a Spektrum or Futaba programmable radio. The 2.4GHz signal is proprietary between brands and therfor, you would have to install the Rx from the associated Tx into the SC, and hope that the operating voltage and plug leads for the servos is the same. I have no info on what those specs are however.
Good luck,
Curtis