Hi guys,

Hopefully someone can advise or has done this, I'm a JR 12X flier but want some telemetry in particular altitude whilst I'm flying.

I also own a Hitec Aurora 9 that I would like to put on board the same jet (Rx, battery, sensor station with GPS only) and use the Aurora Tx linked to my Iphone for in flight data.

Question: Has anyone done this? any problems with DSM2 and Hitec BODA rx operating in close proximity to each other. I plan to have the Hitec package in an underwing pod so there will be some 8"-10" (150-200mm) seperation between rx's.

Yes I know sell the 12X and buy the DX18 and get it all in one package! but I'm happy with the 12x and the purpose is only short term.

All/any help suggestions appreciated, no brand war please

Cheers!

I plan to do the same thing. I have it all installed but have not flown it yet. BTW, you can glue a lexan "window" in one of your tanks and use the fuel telemetry. this works perfectly. I got this tip straight from Hitec. one of their sponsored jet pilots figured this one out! the reason I didn't buy the DX18 is because all I really care about is fuel telemetry. I my oponion, that is what is the most important .....by far! I also have the 12X and the aurora 9. let me know what you find out, please

Hi Jetdriver,

Have you range checked with both systems running? I'm just concerned having 2 different 2.4Ghz systems running in close proximity might be like trying to run 2.4G video as the Hitec telemetry will be operating in a transmit mode close to another Rx.

Not sure I want to cut a hole in my nice F/G tank and glue a lexan plate over it, lexan can be a hard material to bond to...

When do you plan to fly your setup be interested in the results?

Cheers........Kiwijet

I have been thinking about what you want to do and you DO NOT have to use the Hitec system at all. If you use the spektrum tm1000 telemetry module and the spektrum interface for your ipod , ipad, or i phone, you can simply hook which sensors you want to use and you will have what you want. The spktrum telemetry is different from the Hitec. to use the Hitec, you must use the Hitec Transmitter and tx module. not so with the spektrum. the Hitec interface for apple devices is hard wired to your TRANSMITTER module to recieve data. with the Jr / Spektrum telemetry, the data from the tm 1000 is transmitted DIRECTLY to your spektrum - apple interface device. You don't need to use any of the Hitec stuff. go to the spektrum web site and it will tell you the same thing I just did. this is what I understood when I read the info on the Spektrum website.

[link]http://www.spektrumrc.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMTR1000&utm_source=man&utm_m edium=banner&utm_campaign=man_news&utm_content=STi[/link]

[link]http://www.spektrumrc.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPM9548[/link]

this is from the spektrum operators manual:

Spektrum™ telemetry technology makes it possible for you to get real-time information on your model's battery voltage, motor rpm, motor temperature and more. Many Spektrum transmitters feature built-in telemetry data receivers that let you view this information on their LCD screens. You also have the option of monitoring telemetry using the Spektrum STi™ app for the Apple® iPad®, iPhone® or iPod touch®.

Spektrum is releasing new telemetry sensors and accessories all the time. To give you a feel for what a difference Spektrum telemetry can make, here are some of the most commonly used telemetry features most Spektrum users take advantage of:

The Spektrum™ STi™ Telemetry Interface for iPhone®, iPad® and iPod touch®
The STi lets you transmit vital info from your model’s on-board Spektrum™ telemetry module directly to your iPhone®, iPad® or iPod touch®.* It can also be programmed to alert you when any telemetry value you’re monitoring exceeds limits you define. It’s a great way to keep tabs on your model if you’re flying with a DSM2®/DSMX® Spektrum or JR®/DSM® transmitter that doesn’t have built-in telemetry. Even with a telemetry-capable transmitter, you can use it to let someone else watch telemetry so you can focus completely on flying.

*Requires the free STi app. Compatible with iPad, iPad 2, iPod touch (4th gen), iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G.

Thanks Jetdriver I had considered your suggestion but for some reason thought it required DSMX to work and wasn't compatable with DSM2 technology.....wrong[&o]

Looks like some of the Spektrum telemetry is yet to be released but is due shortly. I had already downloaded the Spektrum app to my Iphone just out of interest so looks like it'll get some use after all.

Thanks again for the heads up on this option...still wonder if the Hitec will work alongside the DSM2 in telemetry mode.

Cheers.......Kiwijet