I had this Turborix 2.4 G 6 channel radio lying around with me now for quite some time :
http://www.r2hobbies.com/proddetail.php?prod=rcps61206_61411
I was always having problems with the software as far as this radios was concerned .
Motivated by Saju we did some looking around on the net and came up with a solution , down loaded it and I realized the problem was with the driver , got it working .
Its the same as this one :
http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=9042&Product_Name=Hobby_King_2.4Ghz_6Ch_Tx_&_Rx_(Mode_2)
Check the reviews out .
This Tx has all the setting on the PC including model selection but the best part is to a Heli flyer it is great value as all settings like throttle curve , sub trim , pitch curve etc are all possible on this Tx .
In fact there are guys who have developed special soft ware for this tx to use with a PDA :
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=999541
I think I have one set Spare which will be around Rs 3000 + courier .
I must warn in advance that software has been a problem for this system but solutions are available on the net.
We test flew this on my good old faithful Easy cub today and the results were good the response is not as fast as the Assan but value for money is great in this radio.
My opinion is that Assan is better but for the cost this is a great option for those looking at 2.4 G at a lower cost , based on today's experience I am sure Saju will second that as well.
sai
Here is a Video of the Radio from Exceed RC :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2aZgK6sd5Q
Sai
I've been using the 4 channel version of the same radio for quite some time now with no range or control problems... recently converted it to lipo power... like sai said, response is a bit sluggish but considering a beginner radio(advanced users may prefer the big brands :D) for 3000rs, its a kill. Excellent value for money! Brings the entry cost into this hobby considerably........what say!
When I say response is slower I mean in relation to Assan 2.4 G where it is almost instentaneous .
I don't know of the Brand radio's to comment .
The response is definitely faster than the 72 Mhz radio.
BTW the package includes TX + 1 no. Rx .
Sai
I have parcel of a 2.4 Radio 6 channel with USB cable + 1 no. receiver available .
Just to make life interesting here I thought any one adventurous and creative enough can get special deal on this to try out for Rs 2500/- + courier , this is only for the forum members .
Just to add this is Tx that has all the functions required for Heli's but on the PC like EPA , Dual Rates ( DR ) , Mode selection directly from software , sub trim , pitch curve , swash AFR , Mixing of any 2 channels .2 nos Two way switch allocation and 2 nos Variable switch allocation.
Unlimited model memory as the model memory is on the PC and not on the Tx.
It has elevon , v tail and various types of mixing .
Value for money , but you got to know how to use it to your best advantage .
As I have said earlier guys have developed a program for PDA's to change models on the field .
Any one willing to try ;D ;D
Sai
Quote from: rcforall on August 16, 2009, 09:22:59 PM
My opinion is that Assan is better but for the cost this is a great option for those looking at 2.4 G at a lower cost , based on today's experience I am sure Saju will second that as well.
sai
To clarify, you are talking about putting the Assan module in another radio, right ? So with Assan, the only option is to get some radio, and add the module, which is not rally beginner/budget friendly compared to this.
What part of this radio are programmable without using a PC ? Can you do routine things like servo reversals, endpoints and model selections without having to mess with a PC ? (Of course we can dig up the manual, but it is easier if you post the details).
servo reversal is possible only on the 4 channel setup in the tx. in the 6 channel setup, all functions that mr sai has quoted including servo reversal is possible but only via the pc(usb cable). You have to tug the laptop to the field even for routine servo reversal function. if u r savy with microprocessor programming, it is possible to use it with a pda as well.
Edwin is right everything on the lap top.
But as I read some one say . top end functions and unlimited model memory at this price all model memory is on your computer . You import the settings of the model to the Tx.
You cant ask for too much at this price can you ;D
Sai
So the laptop if one does not have comes free with this radio ;D ;D ;D LOL
Again Katty how many times do I have to tell we are not in your league boss we look for cheap workable solutions ;) ;D ;D .
Check this thread out there are 112 pages of mad guys like us not including the many sub threads on this topic :
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?p=12853217&highlight=software#post12853217
There are mad guys who have developed soft wares for PDA's to be able to use the features of this radio and found economical access to top end heli functions .They have pulled out old discarded PDA's for use with this . These features would otherwise cost them at least 8-10 times the price of this radio to have.
We constitute the mad crowd always looking for value for money ( makhi choose ) type .
Our brand of aero modeling calls for creativity , innovation and experimenting ;) ;D
BTW I try out these things myself before I suggest it who knows some crazy guy like me might benefit from it so I share the info.
We have funny ideas and concepts that may not appeal to you but not really bothered about guys like you we still continue to explore new ideas and ways despite guys and their LOL
BTW extra receiver price is around Rs 1300 each cheaper than FM receiver with crystal ;D ;D
Sai
PS : thanks though with your comments the thread keeps coming back on top and remains active ;) :D
BTW how often do you reverse the servo after the initial set up, do it once on your PC and save it to the model memory and that is it.
Quote from: rcforall on August 17, 2009, 08:53:22 PM
BTW extra receiver price is around Rs 1300 each cheaper than FM receiver with crystal ;D ;D
Sai
PS thanks though with your comments the thread keeps coming back on top and remains active ;) :D
My pleasure Sai if this helps you sell maybe you can give me a commission. :D
regarding your price why can't you be clear on the price why mention FM rx with crystal.
I had bought the FM rx crystal at Rs. 1000/- so do you give rs 300/- for buying ur rx.
Also please note i have clarified that i am not against anything in this hobby.
So pls get that straight out of ur head. U seem to do the same with everybody u also had argued that FM was the best and there is niche market for it & you will only sell that then why get into 2.4ghz. Just goes to show that you can't take anything with a pinch of salt.
I still fly 72 Mhz also on my 6 Exa ;D
I have said that I am not against 2.4G I will enjoy the best of both worlds , now I do ;) ;D
Its your head you have to take care about don't loose it on the forum
hello sai
have you actually tested it using a PDA at field ??? if you have please post some spec. which model PDA,OS etc.
you also have to consider that its a good setup only if one already has a PDA and the provided software will work in it if not its just a ordinary basic radio with no features at all. I'm talking about in field usefulness unless one wants to carry around a laptop n change every time !
bye
sahil
Sahil,
I have used my lap top and have no issues carrying it with me to the field .
All I am saying is there are guys who have used a PDA as well .
Yes it takes longer than doing it on the radio but I am ok with it .
Tested the range and the actual performance and it works fine .
So if some one does not mind taking some additional efforts they can get 6 channel 2.4 G with Mixing , unlimited models , heli functions of which I know nothing etc for under Rs 3K , and if some one is creative enough and can figure out how to use a PDA to do it it is theirs for Rs 2.5 K.
Guys abroad have used it with PDA etc and India being like the software capital I am sure there are guys who can do it as well as guys abroad .
So this is for such types who are willing to try something new and different .
I am not saying I have done it or even claiming I can do it . I am just giving pointers to some one who can and is willing to take a challenge of doing something no one else in India has done .
If guys abroad can do it why cant we , who knows if any of you can do it the radio with the PDA code might be a very salable proposition I might buy back the software from you so you can subsidize your aero modeling ;D
The idea of this post is to see if we can in some way pool in resources to develop something which can reduce costs .
OK to motivate guys a bit further lets put it like this :
Special Cost of Radio for any brave heart on the forum : Rs 2500/- + courier
Gift voucher of Rs 1000/- from RCFORALL for anyone who develops a PROGRAM indegeneously for Windows based PDA .
Hence effective cost to the developer of a 6 channel radio : Rs 1500/- + courier
Now is any one willing to try ;D ;D
I have only 1 radio right now so it goes to the first of the block to accept the challenge on this thread
Want to keep it transparent not thru PM's
Sai
No program available. ;D ;D ;D ;D
Super and to develop the program you giving the PDA sets free LOL
Great going SAI. And don't loose your head ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
;D can't think beyond business I guess ;D
Not your fault try to grow and mature kid ;D
Guys SAI has agreed to give the PDA free with Radio
;D ;D ;D {:)}
Thanks again for keeping the post active {:)} {:)}
At least with that we might find some creative Indian's
My pleasure Sai {:)}
8)
sai
:D
Nothing more fun to watch than RC shops competing with each other for business, with lower and lower prices and options :P :P 8-) ;D
Having fun at our cost 8-) ;D {:)}
Even i am having fun at your cost Sai. :P
So 8) glad to be the funny guy keeps my customer's happy
I am simply loving it
Keeping your post on the top
:D
Dont forget to give a good discount when i am buying from you.
Sorry guys a college student who came to meet me asked me for an economical radio and when I told him of this condition he readily took up the challenge and has taken the radio and my I mate to develop it .
He gets his Rs 1000 free shopping voucher after he completes and successfully develops the program.
Seems like adventure , risk taking and creativity need constraints like a tight budget to blossom another essential ingredient is the need and the hunger to experiment .
Its good it went to a deserving student ;D
Will update you guys when and if the experiment succeeds .
Sai
Katty ,
No need to keep the post active now , await further instructions the next time I need your services of keeping posts active ;) ;D
sai no need to develop a separate software if one can adapt the existing program that's it !
QuoteKatty ,
No need to keep the post active now , await further instructions the next time I need your services of keeping posts active Wink Grin
;D
Quote from: sahilkit on August 18, 2009, 02:39:03 PM
sai no need to develop a separate software if one can adapt the existing program that's it !
Sahil ,
That is interesting .
I got a software that works well on Windows XP.
My I mate Jas Jam has Windows Pocket PC how can the program be adapted to pocket PC .
Sai