What Is a Left Hand Person Suppose To Do?
10-12-2006 | 11:15 AM
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RE: What Is a Left Hand Person Suppose To Do?
ORIGINAL: ajlepel
Forestroke....what you say might be doable if I could find a Mode 1 TX. The real problem I am continually faced with is finding only Mode II TX's all over the place. So when I started all of this I was in the frame of mind that I was only going to be able to buy a Mode 2 TX and having to figure out how to get it changed over. Then I learn I can buy a Futaba 6EXA, and make it what I want. What's more the Futaba 6EXA is in my price range. The only inconvenience is that I have to send it to Futaba Customer Service and have them move the detents and spring for the throttle from the left stick to the right stick. Then I get everything just the way I want it.
I realize that as many others have said; I could spend the time practicing and learning to use what I call opposite hands on opposite sticks. But why should I do this? If I can set up my transmitter the way I feel comfortable why shouldn't I do it. The only reason that has been offered to me to force myself to use a Mode 2 TX is the trainer issue. I need only remind myself that 30 years ago we didn't have trainer units and I learned to fly just fine. I did it then and I'll do it now.
But forestroke thanks for taking an interest in my inquiry.
I'm surprised that you didn't catch what I said earlier. Why would you get a MODE 2 TX and have to change the programming AND swap the throttle detent and elevator centering spring when you can just get a MODE 1 TX and change the programming?
I realize that as many others have said; I could spend the time practicing and learning to use what I call opposite hands on opposite sticks. But why should I do this? If I can set up my transmitter the way I feel comfortable why shouldn't I do it. The only reason that has been offered to me to force myself to use a Mode 2 TX is the trainer issue. I need only remind myself that 30 years ago we didn't have trainer units and I learned to fly just fine. I did it then and I'll do it now.
But forestroke thanks for taking an interest in my inquiry.
I've trained many left handed people, although they had no trouble learning, I didn't realize they were left handed until after they had learned.
CCR
10-12-2006 | 11:51 AM
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And when you receive instruction the instructor will be holding your transmitter (which HE won't be able to use) and you will be holding the buddy box (which YOU won't be able to use).
10-12-2006 | 11:15 PM
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From: HKG, HONG KONG
RE: What Is a Left Hand Person Suppose To Do?
You'll find that the JR radios also have the stick mode settings 1-4. Or at least the 2610 (6210 in the States) and 9XII (9303 in the States). Switching the throttle ratchet is simply a DIY job.
Most radios in Hong Kong are sold as Mode 1 (although Mode 2 are starting to appear). Maybe worth shopping around.
I started with planes on Mode 1, then switched to helis- Mode 1 is not too heli friendly, tried to switched to Mode 3, which I feel is the natural progression from Mode 1. Still can't quite get my head around it so I'm still on Mode 1.
If there was actually a "standard" configuration we wouldn't be having this debate, so I'd say just go with what you are comfortable with.......
Most radios in Hong Kong are sold as Mode 1 (although Mode 2 are starting to appear). Maybe worth shopping around.
I started with planes on Mode 1, then switched to helis- Mode 1 is not too heli friendly, tried to switched to Mode 3, which I feel is the natural progression from Mode 1. Still can't quite get my head around it so I'm still on Mode 1.
If there was actually a "standard" configuration we wouldn't be having this debate, so I'd say just go with what you are comfortable with.......
10-13-2006 | 09:31 AM
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RE: What Is a Left Hand Person Suppose To Do?
I spoke with the Technical Service folks at Horizon Hobby, distributors for JR Radios. I was told that I could buy a JR Sport ($149.95), which is the radio I wanted to buy all along, and Horizon Hobby will convert it over to Mode III at no charge. So now I have the choice between Futaba 6EXA and the JR Sport SX600. Both in my price range and both in Mode III. I'm a happy camper once again. All I need to do is make the decision which radio manufacturer to go with.
The statement that was made about my not being able to be an instructor or trainer. with my Mode III configuration is quite true. But I'm a long way from being able to do either and Father time will probably grab me before that happens.
The statement that was made about my not being able to be an instructor or trainer. with my Mode III configuration is quite true. But I'm a long way from being able to do either and Father time will probably grab me before that happens.
10-13-2006 | 12:35 PM
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RE: What Is a Left Hand Person Suppose To Do?
ORIGINAL: bruce88123
And when you receive instruction the instructor will be holding your transmitter (which HE won't be able to use) and you will be holding the buddy box (which YOU won't be able to use).
And when you receive instruction the instructor will be holding your transmitter (which HE won't be able to use) and you will be holding the buddy box (which YOU won't be able to use).
10-13-2006 | 05:34 PM
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ORIGINAL: ajlepel
I spoke with the Technical Service folks at Horizon Hobby, distributors for JR Radios. I was told that I could buy a JR Sport ($149.95), which is the radio I wanted to buy all along, and Horizon Hobby will convert it over to Mode III at no charge. So now I have the choice between Futaba 6EXA and the JR Sport SX600. Both in my price range and both in Mode III. I'm a happy camper once again. All I need to do is make the decision which radio manufacturer to go with.
The statement that was made about my not being able to be an instructor or trainer. with my Mode III configuration is quite true. But I'm a long way from being able to do either and Father time will probably grab me before that happens.
I spoke with the Technical Service folks at Horizon Hobby, distributors for JR Radios. I was told that I could buy a JR Sport ($149.95), which is the radio I wanted to buy all along, and Horizon Hobby will convert it over to Mode III at no charge. So now I have the choice between Futaba 6EXA and the JR Sport SX600. Both in my price range and both in Mode III. I'm a happy camper once again. All I need to do is make the decision which radio manufacturer to go with.
The statement that was made about my not being able to be an instructor or trainer. with my Mode III configuration is quite true. But I'm a long way from being able to do either and Father time will probably grab me before that happens.
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10-14-2006 | 10:42 PM
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RE: What Is a Left Hand Person Suppose To Do?
I am left handed and have been building and trying to fly planes for over 35 years. I have never had a successful flight, take off and landing. Now I know why!
10-15-2006 | 01:25 PM
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RE: What Is a Left Hand Person Suppose To Do?
ORIGINAL: carrellh
That is why I bought two transmitters. The Mode 2 unit is the master.
ORIGINAL: bruce88123
And when you receive instruction the instructor will be holding your transmitter (which HE won't be able to use) and you will be holding the buddy box (which YOU won't be able to use).
And when you receive instruction the instructor will be holding your transmitter (which HE won't be able to use) and you will be holding the buddy box (which YOU won't be able to use).
10-15-2006 | 06:20 PM
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RE: What Is a Left Hand Person Suppose To Do?
ORIGINAL: fliers1
If I were to train you on mode 2, you will probably be able to safely and competently teach by the end of 2007. That is if you had a desire to become an instructor.
CCR
ORIGINAL: ajlepel
I spoke with the Technical Service folks at Horizon Hobby, distributors for JR Radios. I was told that I could buy a JR Sport ($149.95), which is the radio I wanted to buy all along, and Horizon Hobby will convert it over to Mode III at no charge. So now I have the choice between Futaba 6EXA and the JR Sport SX600. Both in my price range and both in Mode III. I'm a happy camper once again. All I need to do is make the decision which radio manufacturer to go with.
The statement that was made about my not being able to be an instructor or trainer. with my Mode III configuration is quite true. But I'm a long way from being able to do either and Father time will probably grab me before that happens.
I spoke with the Technical Service folks at Horizon Hobby, distributors for JR Radios. I was told that I could buy a JR Sport ($149.95), which is the radio I wanted to buy all along, and Horizon Hobby will convert it over to Mode III at no charge. So now I have the choice between Futaba 6EXA and the JR Sport SX600. Both in my price range and both in Mode III. I'm a happy camper once again. All I need to do is make the decision which radio manufacturer to go with.
The statement that was made about my not being able to be an instructor or trainer. with my Mode III configuration is quite true. But I'm a long way from being able to do either and Father time will probably grab me before that happens.
CCR
Since they will make the change over at no charge that would be the way to go.
The warranty should still be good too.
Good luck to you.
10-16-2006 | 01:43 PM
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RE: What Is a Left Hand Person Suppose To Do?
ORIGINAL: ajlepel
I read your earlier post about how you use a Mode III for a slave and a Mode II for a master, so that you can have a trainer configuration that works. I know you fly with Futaba equipment but I'm curious if you know if a pair of JR radio's set up like your Futaba's would do the same thing for me?
I read your earlier post about how you use a Mode III for a slave and a Mode II for a master, so that you can have a trainer configuration that works. I know you fly with Futaba equipment but I'm curious if you know if a pair of JR radio's set up like your Futaba's would do the same thing for me?
Since you're leaning to JR, I'd suggest sending an email, or making the call, to Horizon's technical people.
10-16-2006 | 07:27 PM
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RE: What Is a Left Hand Person Suppose To Do?
Carrell....of course your advice is sound. I will make the call to Horizon to determine if the JR radio (Mode II and Mode III) will duplicate the way your Futaba's work.
Thanks for your advice and continued interest.
alepel
Thanks for your advice and continued interest.
alepel
10-17-2006 | 07:07 AM
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From: BloemfonteinFree State, SOUTH AFRICA
RE: What Is a Left Hand Person Suppose To Do?
I have a JR which is about the same as the six channel sport and it is easy to convert to mode 1, you change the set up to “mod 1” and move the spring and slider from left to right. When you have done that you simply swap the aileron and rudder servos at the receiver in the plane and you have mode 3. Then you have to use a buddy box just make sure they are both mode 1, so long as the servos are swapped at the receiver they will work in mode 3. Some JR radios can be changed in its setup to mode 3 but you still have to change the throttle setup to that of a mode 1 radio.
The problem with a radio what is converted to mode 3 by changing the wiring on the inside is that if you want to shell it later you got to have it changed again.
The problem with a radio what is converted to mode 3 by changing the wiring on the inside is that if you want to shell it later you got to have it changed again.
