Futaba 9CAPS?
04-02-2006 | 08:49 PM
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Futaba 9CAPS?
I am thinking of getting a Futaba 9CAPS PCM Super. Is this a good radio? Is it better than Futaba's other 9 channels? What is the difference between it and the 9CAPS synthesized? It and the 9CHPS?
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04-02-2006 | 09:43 PM
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RE: Futaba 9CAPS?
Okay, here we go. There are four versions of the 9C:
CAPS-Has capability to transmit either a standard FM or PCM(Pulse Code FM) signal, set up primarily for aircraft with ratchetting throttle on left stick
CAFS-Transmits only a standard FM signal, set up primarily for aircraft with ratchetting throttle on left stick
CHPS-Transmits either standard FM or PCM, set up for helicopters with non-ratchetting throttle on left stick
CHFS-Transmits only a standard FM signal, set up primarily for helicopters with non-ratchetting throttle on left stick
All versions have the same programming and mixing capabilities. The CAPS/CAFS default to aircraft programs, while the CHPS/CHFS default to helicopter programs
The only difference in the Synth version is it has a synthesized frequency module that lets you dial in a frequency instead of changing modules to do so.
Is it better? Not really. It's lower priced and has a few less bells and whistles than the 9Z, but it has the CAMPAC system of changable memory cards for more models as well as the any frequency capability with the changable frequency modules that the 9Z may not have. You will have to check on that part.
CAPS-Has capability to transmit either a standard FM or PCM(Pulse Code FM) signal, set up primarily for aircraft with ratchetting throttle on left stick
CAFS-Transmits only a standard FM signal, set up primarily for aircraft with ratchetting throttle on left stick
CHPS-Transmits either standard FM or PCM, set up for helicopters with non-ratchetting throttle on left stick
CHFS-Transmits only a standard FM signal, set up primarily for helicopters with non-ratchetting throttle on left stick
All versions have the same programming and mixing capabilities. The CAPS/CAFS default to aircraft programs, while the CHPS/CHFS default to helicopter programs
The only difference in the Synth version is it has a synthesized frequency module that lets you dial in a frequency instead of changing modules to do so.
Is it better? Not really. It's lower priced and has a few less bells and whistles than the 9Z, but it has the CAMPAC system of changable memory cards for more models as well as the any frequency capability with the changable frequency modules that the 9Z may not have. You will have to check on that part.
04-02-2006 | 10:48 PM
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RE: Futaba 9CAPS?
Karter,
All i have to say is awsome!! The 9CAP is the greatest radio i have ever owned!
I would say that it is a great deal! You would never go wrong with this radio! This radio has so many awsome functions that do everything and anything u want!! I hope this helps you!
Will
All i have to say is awsome!! The 9CAP is the greatest radio i have ever owned!
I would say that it is a great deal! You would never go wrong with this radio! This radio has so many awsome functions that do everything and anything u want!! I hope this helps you!Will
04-02-2006 | 11:37 PM
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RE: Futaba 9CAPS?
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Okay, here we go. There are four versions of the 9C:
CAPS-Has capability to transmit either a standard FM or PCM(Pulse Code FM) signal, set up primarily for aircraft with ratchetting throttle on left stick
CAFS-Transmits only a standard FM signal, set up primarily for aircraft with ratchetting throttle on left stick
CHPS-Transmits either standard FM or PCM, set up for helicopters with non-ratchetting throttle on left stick
CHFS-Transmits only a standard FM signal, set up primarily for helicopters with non-ratchetting throttle on left stick
All versions have the same programming and mixing capabilities. The CAPS/CAFS default to aircraft programs, while the CHPS/CHFS default to helicopter programs
The only difference in the Synth version is it has a synthesized frequency module that lets you dial in a frequency instead of changing modules to do so.
Is it better? Not really. It's lower priced and has a few less bells and whistles than the 9Z, but it has the CAMPAC system of changable memory cards for more models as well as the any frequency capability with the changable frequency modules that the 9Z may not have. You will have to check on that part.
Okay, here we go. There are four versions of the 9C:
CAPS-Has capability to transmit either a standard FM or PCM(Pulse Code FM) signal, set up primarily for aircraft with ratchetting throttle on left stick
CAFS-Transmits only a standard FM signal, set up primarily for aircraft with ratchetting throttle on left stick
CHPS-Transmits either standard FM or PCM, set up for helicopters with non-ratchetting throttle on left stick
CHFS-Transmits only a standard FM signal, set up primarily for helicopters with non-ratchetting throttle on left stick
All versions have the same programming and mixing capabilities. The CAPS/CAFS default to aircraft programs, while the CHPS/CHFS default to helicopter programs
The only difference in the Synth version is it has a synthesized frequency module that lets you dial in a frequency instead of changing modules to do so.
Is it better? Not really. It's lower priced and has a few less bells and whistles than the 9Z, but it has the CAMPAC system of changable memory cards for more models as well as the any frequency capability with the changable frequency modules that the 9Z may not have. You will have to check on that part.
04-03-2006 | 08:00 AM
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RE: Futaba 9CAPS?
The 9CAFS also defaults to FM and the 9CAPS defaulst to PCM.
There are also 9CAF and 9CAP radios but they don't have as many features again. The "S" is worth the extra money and is the unit currently manufactured.
There are also 9CAF and 9CAP radios but they don't have as many features again. The "S" is worth the extra money and is the unit currently manufactured.
04-03-2006 | 08:51 AM
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RE: Futaba 9CAPS?
PPM (fm) and PCM is selectable per model on any 9C series radio, as someone said, the P or F only designates which reciever the set ships with and the default selection for a new model.
Also the H version comes with better servos and a slightly bigger reciever battery (1000mah vs 600mah)
Also the H version comes with better servos and a slightly bigger reciever battery (1000mah vs 600mah)
04-03-2006 | 11:47 PM
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RE: Futaba 9CAPS?
The synthesized module allows you to setup the TX to fly on any frequency. Basically you can match the frequency of the TX to the frequency of you Rx. That way you can fly different models on different frequencies with the same transmitter without having to switch transmitter frequency modules.
