PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

Hi.

I know this is a very common conversation, but I already "dig" in the net but can not find nothing for my radio.
I have a FUTABA <span id=".reactRoot[1].:1:0:1:comment3131412581498_1306476.:0.:1.:0.:1.: 0.:0.:0:2" data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span id=".reactRoot[1].:1:0:1:comment3131412581498_1306476.:0.:1.:0.:1.: 0.:0.:0:2.:0"><span id=".reactRoot[1].:1:0:1:comment3131412581498_1306476.:0.:1.:0.:1.: 0.:0.:0:2.:0.:0">FP-8SGHP 512 PCM and I would like to know if it&acute;s possible to convert to 2.4 and how??

Many thanks.

Andr&eacute;
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RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

If it has a module and is capable of PPM (FM) then it can be converted.

Mike.

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

On the radio manual say PCM(FM) and nothing more.Do I have a solution for this??

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

The FP-8SSGHPis a pre 1991 unit and no current PPM or 2.4Ghz module will fit the 10 pin layout.
Futaba - Compatibility - Interchange of Modules between 8U, 9C, 9Z , 12Z&amp; 14MZ
However, there are one or two Chinese manufacturers who supply a "package" which may fit inside,
beside the newTX-R Transmitter Ready 2.4GHz system.
. AnyLink enables your transmitter to send out a true, 2.4GHz signal
<span style="font-size: x-small;">"and operate with all of the interference-free dependability of a frequency-hopping, spread-spectrum system. "</span>
FP-8SGHP set to PPM will enable this to work through trainer socket and permit use with all the TXR planes
including those to be released by other manufactures, including Hitec RCD, with the open source SLT, [FAQ]
Further systems available below:
"Radio Systems, Accessories, Alterations and FAQ" at
Alan's Hobby, Model &amp; RC FAQ Web Links

Alan T.

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

You can gut a TM-8 module and convert it to FASST if you want. Requires some minor wiring expertise. Works through the trainer output. Probably not legal.

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

The 8SG transmitter did not have a trainer output, nor were you able to choose PPM transmission. It was PCM512 only. We do not believe you can successfully convert this transmitter to 2.4 GHz operation.

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

Not true. Even if you have to strip out the electronics and need to replace the pots you still save the sticks and the case.

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

I already tried a feew things like, buy a Corona System 2.4 the module fits in the pins but it doesn&acute;t transmits.
On this lasts days I have been searching but I realize thats going to allmost impossible to convert this radio, only if there are any roket scientist witha great idea.....

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

Like what was said in another thread, if you are able to trace the PPM signal and solder a wire on the board to pull the signal. Plug and go will not happen.

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

I don´t have the "machinery" required to trace the PPM signal.....

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

What part of Bax's post don't folks understand[:@]
The radio in question does not have a trainer port for the simple reason there is no PPM signal available in the radio to feed to a trainer port;)
These radios where PCM only.
Pete

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

Please don´t get upset...Just go put the radio on the shelf and remenber the good old day......

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

Trace the main board... Always could go Microstar conversion.

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

What!! Me get upset, nevvvver:)
BTW, your advise in regards to the radio is on the money, time to retire it;)
Pete

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

An Idea:

Get a spare 512 receiver and take out the decoder board. Run the 512 modulation in the transmitter through the decoder and produce the PWM outputs. Putting the outputs into a PWM frame is now trivial for a EE tinkerer. Hack a TM-8 module and you have FASST.

PCM 512 was extremely slow. This is the reason that I skipped it and waited for 1024. But only you know why you want to save this transmitter. A neat MicroStar conversion would make more sense and already mentioned above.

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

That may be a good idea, but the problem is , I´m not very good whit electronics....I only want to save the radio beacause its nice and in the old times never fail, and now I have a lot more planes and a extra radio is always good.

RE: PCM 512 to 2.4 convesion
 

Pickup a used 9c and convert it using the corona unit you have.

Great Idea, I have another... mix Soda, sugar, caffeine, and other things, put in a bottle and sell to all world!

WHAT??? the Coke its invented????

only kidding... ;-P

http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/clas...n-success.html

I don´t have the "machinery" required to trace the PPM signal..... http://www.digitalso.com/hu9h.jpg

http://www.digitalso.com/hu9h.jpg You can gut a TM-8 module and convert it to FASST if you want. http://www.digitalso.com/hu9h.jpg