hord1080

What's up, yo. I need something to control the new ride, tired of the old JR alpinaPCM 27mHz 2-channel I used with my GT the last 8 years. I want to control both vehicles with it, so this presents me with some issues I am torn on. I like the look of the japanese-built KO Propo Helios the best, it is cheaper than the Futaba, but the issue here is I like the Futaba's failsafe capabilities. I have heard bad things(and good things too) about onboard failsafes failing, and think PCM plus Throttle return spring gives me confidence. Any advice on the radios themselves and the failsafe issue?

Oh, and if I go Futaba, I was wondering how valuable the HRS digital servo only system is. I would prefer to go standard analog, don't need the extra speed and battery drain I think and problems with throttle servos. But I may be wrong...also, don't really want to change servos in the RC10GT...already need a second Rx for it...they are analog.

flipside

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Ko Propo with DSM ..i like this set up..only problem i have 2 m8..[&o]

hord1080

Oh nice, I just looked at the Spektrum website and that is awesome...What is the best way for me to buy the KO and DSM, money wise. It looks like 269+159 I might as well get the Futaba, although no crystals sounds nice. Also, can I use the receiver that comes with the KO in my RC10GT and the DSM Rx in the 777 and control both? Also, out of stock a lot of places...where to buy?

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more info here
http://forums.radiocontrolzone.com/s...d.php?t=180615

hord1080

Thanks, so I guess I have to buy second receiver to run 2 cars? And what do I do with the stock FM receiver that comes with the system?

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sell it on ebay..new..

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you can also buy transmitter only radio without the RX...

zimzalahbim

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i have the 3pk pcm, and i love it. i haven't had good luck with digital servos. anyhow, the 3pk transmits in FM, HRS, and PCM. it depends on which receiver you order that determines the restrictions you have with using particular servos.

hord1080

ok cool i guess i just need to get my hands on the DSM if I can find any in stock...

hord1080

yeah, I am goin DSM, so I just need to decide between M-8, 3PK, and helios on looks, features and price. So far m-8 just transmitter no module for $159, helios Tx module only $209, 3PK not sure

djray77

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JR XS3 PRO.

jwren00

^ What he said. Please don't buy something that still uses crystals. The JR is the best bang for the buck by far.

crusher1

You can still get the synth module with the 3pk as well. It is far superior to the JR unit IMO. I have the 3pk and the XS3 and I really don't like the way the menus are set up on th JR, It will be sold very soon

jbuck

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The thing is that the synthsized FM Rx's are the same price as the Spektrum Rx's. So when I found that out I quit buying FM Rx and started buying Spektrum Rx's. The way I see it is why pay the same for something inferior.

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you can"t go wrong with the m8 with DSM as long as its the newer batch.. but that ko propo with DSM Jjust tempting!!!!

jwren00

Don't buy yet!

Look what was just announced:

http://www.horizonhobby.com/Shop/ByC...odID=JRP374075

So cool! Ko Propo stuff is so good, and now you can finally get it synthesized and with the JR name - great warranty and customer service. I can't wait to get it.

xaM

if you buy the am version the the KO its like 100 dollars less, thats 100 for the dsm system =]

hord1080

You talking about the JR Z-1? yeah i was going to get that but i can't wait til june[:'(] and still need onboard failsafe i think