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fm radio gear and e flight and converting my JR388 to 2.4GHz

Old 11-30-2016, 01:11 AM
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hi All, I'm new to the forum and live in Melbourne Australia. I've got 2 qns I hope you can help with.
I'm buying a glider with a brushless motor and lipo batteries can I use my current fm RX and TX with this set up?
Do I need to use a 2.4Ghz system?
I have an fm JR388 Tx I'm very attached to and understand I can convert it to 2.4GHz by getting a module that clicks into the back and a matching Rx. Is this a straightforward conversion ?
Thanks
Old 11-30-2016, 03:52 AM
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No problems using your radio. Just treat the install like your other planes. Now if the fuselage is carbon fiber you may have to route the antenna outside.

I've converted a few FM transmitters over to 2.4 using the modules. No issues. Just make sure you get a good brand and one that is compatible with JR.
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hi Brian , many thanks for your speedy reply. Could you recommend a module for a JR3888. These are 2 I've looked at:
https://hobbyking.com/en_us/x8-2-4gh...module-rx.html

https://www.hyperionaustralia.com.au...rum/SPMMSJR720 I'd appreciate your thoughts Rosscoe
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Although I mostly use Spektrum gear now, I started out with and still use the Assan 2.4 system . That system is rock solid and not very expensive. I've used the X8 receiver in 25% planes and the smaller receivers in everything else up to 90 size.
The system is limited to 9 channels but it served /serves me well.

The Spektrum module and family of receivers have the most options plus you have access to all of the bind-n-fly offerings (if that is important) plus it's a great system

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