Spektrum DX-7
11-04-2006, 10:06 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
and honestly, with the sales of the dx7 going through the roof before it has even hit the market, YES there will by all means be a DX9. And the price will probably be close to the $499 mark or higher when it arrives.
11-05-2006, 08:27 AM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
So long as the thing is programmed in English and not codes, then I don't care if it is $500.
It is worth it.
It is worth it.
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and honestly, with the sales of the dx7 going through the roof before it has even hit the market, YES there will by all means be a DX9. And the price will probably be close to the $499 mark or higher when it arrives.
and honestly, with the sales of the dx7 going through the roof before it has even hit the market, YES there will by all means be a DX9. And the price will probably be close to the $499 mark or higher when it arrives.
11-24-2006, 08:16 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
I'm thinking of ordering the DX7 but when I look at them there are two different part numbers, but the price is the same, what gives?
One says:
Model: SPM2710 says it comes with the w/AR7000
The other one says:
Specs: Receiver: AR7000
Model: SPM2710
http://www.myrcsupply.net/index.php?...c177df8b3dd04d
Model: SPM2712
http://www.myrcsupply.net/index.php?...c177df8b3dd04d
Does this mean for the same price the Model: SPM2710 comes with the w/AR7000 and the Model: SPM2712 does not and it has to be ordered seperate?
Or, am I missing something and there is some other difference or feature?
11-24-2006, 09:03 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
Model: SPM2710 is the airplane version and Model: SPM2712 is the helicopter version.
I called Horizon Hobby last week and was told they are about 1200 units back order.
I guess they didn't plan for the surge in orders for this product.
I called Horizon Hobby last week and was told they are about 1200 units back order.
I guess they didn't plan for the surge in orders for this product.
11-24-2006, 09:16 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
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Model: SPM2710 is the airplane version and Model: SPM2712 is the helicopter version.
Model: SPM2710 is the airplane version and Model: SPM2712 is the helicopter version.
I'm trying to figure out which one to go with, I want to fly both Plane's and Heli's, what do you recommend, pro or con between the SPM2710 and SPM2712?
I see myrcsupply.net has them for $309, but I don't want to have to buy two separate radios, do I?
11-24-2006, 09:20 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
Dude, this website looks sketchy. first off, no one else is selling this radio for under $350.
Second, in the product description for the SPM2710, it says that it is for AIRPLANE use only. WHAT? Go to the Specktrum website and you won't notice anything about having to choose a heli or airplane mode controller. They are for both AIR and Heli.
Further more. it says that if you fly BOTH air and Heli, you want the SPM2712.
Makes no sense to me, I'm gonna just stick with the order I placed with horizon for $350 and get both air and Heli.
Let me know if I'm mistaken. thanks
Second, in the product description for the SPM2710, it says that it is for AIRPLANE use only. WHAT? Go to the Specktrum website and you won't notice anything about having to choose a heli or airplane mode controller. They are for both AIR and Heli.
Further more. it says that if you fly BOTH air and Heli, you want the SPM2712.
Makes no sense to me, I'm gonna just stick with the order I placed with horizon for $350 and get both air and Heli.
Let me know if I'm mistaken. thanks
11-24-2006, 09:39 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
ORIGINAL: waterfalls
Dude, this website looks sketchy. first off, no one else is selling this radio for under $350.
Second, in the product description for the SPM2710, it says that it is for AIRPLANE use only. WHAT? Go to the Specktrum website and you won't notice anything about having to choose a heli or airplane mode controller. They are for both AIR and Heli.
Further more. it says that if you fly BOTH air and Heli, you want the SPM2712.
Makes no sense to me, I'm gonna just stick with the order I placed with horizon for $350 and get both air and Heli.
Let me know if I'm mistaken. thanks
Dude, this website looks sketchy. first off, no one else is selling this radio for under $350.
Second, in the product description for the SPM2710, it says that it is for AIRPLANE use only. WHAT? Go to the Specktrum website and you won't notice anything about having to choose a heli or airplane mode controller. They are for both AIR and Heli.
Further more. it says that if you fly BOTH air and Heli, you want the SPM2712.
Makes no sense to me, I'm gonna just stick with the order I placed with horizon for $350 and get both air and Heli.
Let me know if I'm mistaken. thanks
Yes, I see they posted some information now about which is which, there is obviously confusion over the features of this new model. I just found this link to spektrumrc.com and it also defines the difference.
Sketchy, Not, these guys are great, I ordered my Blade CX2 from them, I found them through the nirto vehicle guys, they recommend them for great personal customer service, and I found that to be true when I called to add something to my order.
I had my car dealer recently try to convince me that the tires Costco sells are seconds, as they could not compete on price. Lets face it, every business looks at there order volume and bottom line profit and then sets their prices. I've been very happy with there service.
Best Regards, Zephyros
11-24-2006, 09:55 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
oh here's another question. on Myrcsupply.net , It says that the Air version has a Smooth throttle stick and that the toggle switches are in a different location.
Read up on the add and tell me where you can find it on www.spektrumrc.com
thanks
Read up on the add and tell me where you can find it on www.spektrumrc.com
thanks
11-24-2006, 09:56 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
ORIGINAL: waterfalls
hey thanks for the info and word of wisdom, do you have that link? I'd like to save $50 if I can.
hey thanks for the info and word of wisdom, do you have that link? I'd like to save $50 if I can.
Sure, here they are:
Model: SPM2710
http://www.myrcsupply.net/index.php?...c177df8b3dd04d
Model: SPM2712
http://www.myrcsupply.net/index.php?...c177df8b3dd04d
Well with all the differences, maybe it would just be easier to buy one heli radio and one fixed wing radio, since they are only $309 each. With that I would have spare receivers and servos, which would cost me about $200 by themselves, so the extra radio would only be about $100, hey, I think I can even convince my wife with that argument, LOL.
11-24-2006, 10:11 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
ORIGINAL: waterfalls
ya, what about the link to the Spectrum site, that explains all this?
ya, what about the link to the Spectrum site, that explains all this?
"Actually, they both come with everything, and are basically identical.
However- one model is a "air" model, thats 2710. The other is a Heli model, 2712 This one has a ratcheted throttle control, as well as toggle switches on the top, where heli-guys like them, as oppose to the 2710 which has them on the face of the TX itself. I know the image dont depict that, however it is the case.
Also- FYI- if you are looking for a radio for both air and heli use, go with the 2712. Its better suited for both applications, unless the user is souly planes, then he would enjoy the smooth throttle stick better.
This will be noted in the newest update of the product details page. Also, i contacted HH on this matter, and informed them about the image issue as well. Since i dont yet have one in stock, i cant image it for web, we will get this completed as quickly as possible.
Thanks, My RC Supply
Also, here are the links I found to Spektrum:
http://www.spektrumrc.com/DSM/Products.aspx
Note the links:
SPM2710 Spektrum DX7
SPM2712 Spektrum DX7 Heli
11-24-2006, 10:14 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
wow, thanks, many will be unpleasantly surprized to see their radio looks different than in the pictures.
I now have some thinking to do.
take care. If you get an updated picture of the AIR version. let me know. I'd like to know where my fingers go.
I now have some thinking to do.
take care. If you get an updated picture of the AIR version. let me know. I'd like to know where my fingers go.
11-24-2006, 10:44 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
Usually the difference between heli and air is the location of the switches for specific functions.
I would get the heli version if you fly both.
I would get the heli version if you fly both.
11-24-2006, 10:56 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
ORIGINAL: waterfalls
oh here's another question. on Myrcsupply.net , It says that the Air version has a Smooth throttle stick and that the toggle switches are in a different location.
oh here's another question. on Myrcsupply.net , It says that the Air version has a Smooth throttle stick and that the toggle switches are in a different location.
WOW, check these guys out, great customer service, they followed up with more information:
"Hi again,
Both models will include the receiver. A quick check of the manual
shows on the second page "Included with your DX7 is the
AR7000.......". Spektrum has yet to release a transmitter without an
included rx."
Side Note: In the Tech Data tab of the products details page, you can
see where it shows you the specs for everything included with the
corresponding model number your viewing. It tells users that it
includes this item, and shows the specs.
Thanks, My RC Supply"
Both models will include the receiver. A quick check of the manual
shows on the second page "Included with your DX7 is the
AR7000.......". Spektrum has yet to release a transmitter without an
included rx."
Side Note: In the Tech Data tab of the products details page, you can
see where it shows you the specs for everything included with the
corresponding model number your viewing. It tells users that it
includes this item, and shows the specs.
Thanks, My RC Supply"
11-24-2006, 11:10 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
so far not making a lot of sense.
take a look at the ONLY manual they have for the DX7. Refer ro page 63 and look at the heli configuration. Same switch location as the Air.
So if there is now a HELI version. Where is the manual?
http://www.spektrumrc.com/ProdInfo/F...DX7_Manual.pdf
take a look at the ONLY manual they have for the DX7. Refer ro page 63 and look at the heli configuration. Same switch location as the Air.
So if there is now a HELI version. Where is the manual?
http://www.spektrumrc.com/ProdInfo/F...DX7_Manual.pdf
11-25-2006, 09:39 AM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
Spectrum does list two different models with one manual.
Maybe they haven't made the manual for the 2712.
It also could be as simple as the default selected after reset.
It could be that the 2710 defaults to air. The 2712 defaults to heli.
We will have to wait until someone who has both or knows responds to us.
Maybe they haven't made the manual for the 2712.
It also could be as simple as the default selected after reset.
It could be that the 2710 defaults to air. The 2712 defaults to heli.
We will have to wait until someone who has both or knows responds to us.
11-25-2006, 10:34 AM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
WIth all the AIR models out there that have a ratchet throttle, it would baffle me that Spektrum would make theirs with a smooth throttle and let everyone find out the hard way.
there's gotta be someone who's got the answers. good luck to it I guess.
there's gotta be someone who's got the answers. good luck to it I guess.
11-25-2006, 12:21 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
I have flow with both ratchet and smooth throttle sticks.
I find that if I can hear the engine, it doesn't matter.
If I can't hear it, I prefer the ratchet so I can feel the difference!
I find that if I can hear the engine, it doesn't matter.
If I can't hear it, I prefer the ratchet so I can feel the difference!
11-26-2006, 01:12 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
ORIGINAL: Zephyros
FYI- if you are looking for a radio for both air and heli use, go with the 2712. Its better suited for both applications, unless the user is souly planes, then he would enjoy the smooth throttle stick better.
FYI- if you are looking for a radio for both air and heli use, go with the 2712. Its better suited for both applications, unless the user is souly planes, then he would enjoy the smooth throttle stick better.
Pete
11-26-2006, 01:55 PM
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I have a 10x a 9303 and Spektrum 6.
This new 7 ch Spektrum has me awaitin at the mailbox .
My few remaining 72 modules and rx's are all going to the next happy fella - nothing wrong with any of them - but as more and more newbies and guys are fishing old 72 stuff out of the closet to fly cheap new electrics - I am kissing 72 goodby.
too risky for me . ( gee-- a new Kraft!)
I have been at the field when well intentioned would be fliers with the outdated and entry level 72 band show up and get ready to fly - too spooky for me .
My Ham band modules and rx'z work perfectly and I am licensed for them- they will stay with me -and keep my 9/10 channel tx's active..
Any body want really inexpensive crystal type 72 odds n ends - no junk!
This new 7 ch Spektrum has me awaitin at the mailbox .
My few remaining 72 modules and rx's are all going to the next happy fella - nothing wrong with any of them - but as more and more newbies and guys are fishing old 72 stuff out of the closet to fly cheap new electrics - I am kissing 72 goodby.
too risky for me . ( gee-- a new Kraft!)
I have been at the field when well intentioned would be fliers with the outdated and entry level 72 band show up and get ready to fly - too spooky for me .
My Ham band modules and rx'z work perfectly and I am licensed for them- they will stay with me -and keep my 9/10 channel tx's active..
Any body want really inexpensive crystal type 72 odds n ends - no junk!
11-26-2006, 08:43 PM
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RE: Spektrum DX-7
Hi Dick, I too had an encounter that is scaring me off of 72 mhz. Not too long ago, a newbie showed up and tried to hover his newly purchased "Toy store" heli that he bought at the local mall toy store. Of course it was on 72 mhz and not the 27 or 47 mhz that I thought it would be on.
His reply: frequency? channel?? what are you talking about???
I can't wait to get the DX7 or the XtremeLink stuff....
BTW, what do you think if I only wanted to run a single A123 2 cell 2300 mah pack without regulator on a Double Vision w/DA-50 and the DX-7.
I figured that since there is no electrical noise issue from the ignition, and the 2 cell pack is good for continuous 69A, why do I need to run a separate pack for the ignition? The A123 cells can be recharged in 5 to 15 minutes, so a single 2 cell 2300 mah pack would work for about 5 flights. Oh, and I don't want to run a regulator either since it only charges to 3.6v per cell. So peak is 7.2V for the 2 cell pack and I would check voltage under a 1A load and quit flying when it gets to about 6v. I hope that would give enough of a cushion.
Do you think this is doable? It would definitely be a lighter setup.
His reply: frequency? channel?? what are you talking about???
I can't wait to get the DX7 or the XtremeLink stuff....
BTW, what do you think if I only wanted to run a single A123 2 cell 2300 mah pack without regulator on a Double Vision w/DA-50 and the DX-7.
I figured that since there is no electrical noise issue from the ignition, and the 2 cell pack is good for continuous 69A, why do I need to run a separate pack for the ignition? The A123 cells can be recharged in 5 to 15 minutes, so a single 2 cell 2300 mah pack would work for about 5 flights. Oh, and I don't want to run a regulator either since it only charges to 3.6v per cell. So peak is 7.2V for the 2 cell pack and I would check voltage under a 1A load and quit flying when it gets to about 6v. I hope that would give enough of a cushion.
Do you think this is doable? It would definitely be a lighter setup.