Need some E-xperience
11-20-2003 | 06:57 PM
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Need some E-xperience
I have just peurchased my first park flier....have not been excited like this in years over a plane. anyways... I want to use my Futaba 6 channel radio...but what reciever do I get???the Hitec micro 555? If I get that, what crystal do I need?
11-21-2003 | 07:53 AM
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RE: Need some E-xperience
Your options are endless. Many companies make Futaba/Hitec-compatible receivers (they use the same signal shift).
The Hitec Electron 6 is a lighter receiver than the 555, and may be more suitable for a medium to large park flier.
The Hitec HFS-04MG is a nice little 4-channel for medium size park fliers. Stay away from the feather, glitchy.
There's always the popular GWS "Pico" receivers. Make sure to get the Hitec/Futaba compatible version.
FMA Direct makes several smaller receivers.
In every case, crystal choice is easy. Get the crystal that's specifically made for the receiver on the same channel as your transmitter. Most online ordering places either sell the receiver WITH the crystal, or list the correct crystal on the same page as the receiver. Don't mix brands, and if the place you're getting your gear from isn't clear, ASK.
The Hitec Electron 6 is a lighter receiver than the 555, and may be more suitable for a medium to large park flier.
The Hitec HFS-04MG is a nice little 4-channel for medium size park fliers. Stay away from the feather, glitchy.
There's always the popular GWS "Pico" receivers. Make sure to get the Hitec/Futaba compatible version.
FMA Direct makes several smaller receivers.
In every case, crystal choice is easy. Get the crystal that's specifically made for the receiver on the same channel as your transmitter. Most online ordering places either sell the receiver WITH the crystal, or list the correct crystal on the same page as the receiver. Don't mix brands, and if the place you're getting your gear from isn't clear, ASK.
