Changing a Radio FREQ
06-16-2004, 12:24 PM
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Changing a Radio FREQ
Hi I need help,
A buddy and I each bought a Firebird Commander. We are both able to control each others plane. Is there any chance we change
the signals so we can fly together?
A buddy and I each bought a Firebird Commander. We are both able to control each others plane. Is there any chance we change
the signals so we can fly together?
06-16-2004, 01:00 PM
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RE: Changing a Radio FREQ
I don't think you can change the frequency your self. I would take one back to the Hobby Shop and explain your dilemma. They may be able to swap out the transmitter and receiver to a different channel for you.
Good luck
DEG
Good luck
DEG
06-16-2004, 01:02 PM
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RE: Changing a Radio FREQ
It is illegal to change the transmitter crystal "in this country". You have to be a licensed tech to do it.
That said, get a pair of crystals (transmitter and receiver) for the correct band (27 mhz AM or 72 mhz FM) and the channel you want. They just plug in.
That said, get a pair of crystals (transmitter and receiver) for the correct band (27 mhz AM or 72 mhz FM) and the channel you want. They just plug in.
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RE: Changing a Radio FREQ
It is illegal to change the transmitter crystal "in this country". You have to be a licensed tech to do it.
That said, get a pair of crystals (transmitter and receiver) for the correct band (27 mhz AM or 72 mhz FM) and the channel you want. They just plug in.
That said, get a pair of crystals (transmitter and receiver) for the correct band (27 mhz AM or 72 mhz FM) and the channel you want. They just plug in.
there is no way you can easily swap on the firebird. electronics are integrated, and the controller doesn't have a removable crystal anyway. your only option, if the hobby shop won't help you out, is to buy a new tx and electronics board. (or at least that is how it was with my firebird original)
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RE: Changing a Radio FREQ
Regardless, I seem to recall that on 27MHz you don't have to be licensed or certified to swap crystals in the transmitter. Other frequency ranges are a different matter. If, as stated, the transmitter has the frequency determining "stuff" built in, swapping transmitters and receivers, possibly through a hobby shop or another user would be the only answer.
