SunShyne

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Friends

I am looking forward to moving my radio and rx's to 2.4 this fall/winter. I currently have the trusty 9C and it has served beyond all expectations for the past few years. I am considering going to the 10C but I would like your input and opinions before I do.

- what is the difference between the 10c that had both the 72 and 2.4 modules? My LHS has them on sale for a great deal.
- is the new dedicated 2.4 version any better?

after a quick search on Tower I thought I only see a 7 channel rx? is this true?

and to top it off I am also considering the DX-7 since the pricing makes it really attractive. [&:]

any input is appreciated

Silent-AV8R

The only difference is that the 2.4 only version does not allow the use of a 72 module.

With the exception of not being able to change modules/bands it is exactly the same as the module based version.


There are 4, 6, 7, 8, and 14 channel FASST receivers that will work with the 10C either 2.4 module of 2.4 dedicated versions.


Take a look at these links:

This one shows what receivers work with what transmitters/modules -
http://2.4gigahertz.com/modules/modules-receivers.html

This is a comparison chart of Futaba radios:

http://www.futaba-rc.com/radios/feature-compare.html

And finally, I would not overlook the new 8FG, it almost looks better to me than the 10C!!

nedyob

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Plus...If you have a CamPac in your 9C you can easly transfer all you plane set ups into the 10C from your 9C. Im glad I switched.I did have the 12FG for a (little) while and later sold it because I liked the 10C features. I now use my 9C as a back up radio.
NEDYOB

DougV

Also.... http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_9009237/tm.htm

Doug.

Druss

The DX7 is a nice radio but a little limited in programming. If you're considering the 10C then I'd suggest looking at the JR 9303 as an alternative.

Alex7403

I would wait for the appearance of Hitec aurora 9 and the futaba 8FG and with the airtronics 10 ch in the picture this winter will be very interesting Tx's and Rx's wise.

lennyk

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one thing is they are smart with the pricing,
the pricing is attractive to buy the 14 channel rx but then you will realize that you dont need it and will want to sell it to get back some money to buy 2 rx's

hence the many ads with people selling the 14 channel rx

pilotpete2

Sooo many choices
Take a look at the new Futaba 8FG due for Sept. delivery, comes with the R608HS receiver, is actually a 10 channels, same as 10C (8 proportional + 2 on/off) and at $449 is very competitive with the Airtronics 10G, which is very impressive BTW, we have one flying at our field, programming is awesome[8D]
Also the Futaba FASST radios have a growing lineup of receivers from a micro indoor/parkflier for $49, three 6 channel receivers for $59 and $69.
Good luck,
Pete

Silent-AV8R

Probably a typo, but the new 8FG comes with the R6008HS receiver, Confusing designation if you ask me, which they didn't!!

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXXGG1&P=SM

And looking at the comparison chart, it has an impressive list of features for this price point.

http://www.futaba-rc.com/radios/feature-compare.html

pilotpete2

Y'know I never noticed that the HS version had an extra zero added to the model number. We'll have to start a hot new thread on the hidden meaning of the extra zero in Futaba's new receiver models. Gold dots, what gold dots
Pete

nonstoprc

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I made the transition from 9c to 10c about 6 months ago. My experience has been nothing but good. I copied all programs from 9c to the 10c so the initial setup time on the radio side is nothing. I got two receivers from the deal (one 6014 and one 617) and made the swapping on two "most favored" planes. I still use 9c for the others, even though 10c can accept the 72mhz module and be the one. The other thing I like Futaba's is that there is only one receiver to install per application and dual antenna guarantees the signal reception. So far no glitches found, even the plane flies in an area in my field that sometimes even makes 72mhz PCM receivers to lock out for a brief moment. The response speed with 10C is lighting-fast. When I ordered it, it leads others in this area with great margin.

The down sides with 10C are that it does not synchronize multiple channels (e.g., for dual elevators on two channels) and the the antenna sticks out at the back of the radio. The channel-sync feature is available at more higher-end 2.4Ghz radio.

The way I see new products coming out is that there is no end to such wave and any new products are potential of not bug free. With 10c on already on market for a couple of years, I figure it is pretty much bug-free. I paid about $550 for the deal. Considering the price of 6014 now ($199), it seems it was a good deal.

victorzamora

Pete: The 8-channel FASST receiver has ALWAYS had an extra 0 in it. In fact, the nomenclature for all of the Multi-Mode FASST receivers is the same. R60##LL, where ## is the number of channels in two digits (either 14 or 08) and LL defines whether it's the "standard" or high-speed version (HS). The 6- and 7-channel standard receivers have 3-number names. The micro receivers also have 4-number names.

Silent-AV8R: there are 9 different FASST Rx's. 1 4-channel, 4 6-channel, 2 7-channel, 2 8-channel, 2 14-channel. I counted 2 for each 8- and 14-channels because there is a standard and HS version of both (R6008FS/R6008HS & R6014HS/R6014FS). I also counted the now-discontinued R606FS and the also discontinued R607FS.


SunShyne: The 10C might be the best radio you ever own. I am infinitely happy with mine. Oh, and I bought mine before the 10CG came out and I was able to modify the module with no real problems. You will NOT be disappointed...the only better choice you can make is a 12FG, 12Z or 14MZ. Enjoy the 10C unless you wanna shell out some more.

pilotpete2

Hi Victor,
Nope, the original 8 channel fasst receiver is the R608FS
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0093p?&C=LDP
Cheers,
Pete

Silent-AV8R

OK, not sure what the point was, but OK. They will all work with the 10CAG 2.4 FASST or the 10C with the 2.4 FASST module. Just like the chart I linked to shows.

victorzamora

That's why I said which receivers were out there. It was a little ambiguous on this side of the screen.

PilotPete...my bad! I could've sworn it was the R6008FS. You are right, though. Thanks for the correction!

Silent-AV8R

Yep, I was talking about currently available receivers and even there I missed a few. I've fixed the post to reflect that error.

Bottom line, there are LOTS of FASST receivers that work with the 10C or 10CAG radio.

SunShyne

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so the LHS had a blow out of the 10C. I got the older one that has both 72 and the 2.4 capabilities. It came with the 12 channel RX and I bought an extra 6 channel for my P-6 Hawk

I plan on buying more rx's in a few weeks to transition most my fleet over. I am very excited as this is foray into 2.4 land and so far I am very impressed with the 10C. The familiarity from my 9C is making the transition very smooth

thanks for your input gents, appreciate it

matt

JOHNS3D

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i did have a super 8U, and i changed then to 7C....right now i have 10CG and wow im really impressed of that radio, the options on the throttle curves on the helis are amazings. Also i like how everythings easy to do. Go Ahead!!!!.