RE: New Hitec Aurora 9-Channel 2.4Ghz Radio System
Striker,
It IS illegal in the USA to change the crystal to another frequency without retuning the radio by a "qualified" person. It IS also illegal to substitute a a rubber ducky antenna for the original antenna, even if it has the same specs, unless it has been certified by lab test and the proper forms filed, and the proper fees paid. It IS also illegal to murder someone. Not getting caught doesn't make it any more legal. Before the days of 2.4G, I think your clubs are supposed to frown on replacement antennae. It may not enforce the rules, but the law is the law.
As for Malaysia, we have our own pains. If I tried to import any radio, it has to be certified by the SIRIM, the national standards institute. If the radio control is labeled instead as "remote control" then that rule does not apply. Once these radios are in, no one bothers to check anything or anyone unless you are foolish enough to use the same frequency as the local authorities, such as the military, police etc, etc. Then they will search out the source of interference.
So, remember, not getting caught and not enforcing the rules does not make it legal.
chewy