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[tizdaz]

At mo im using a 2.4ghz 3 chan stick radio (Core code RC) which i use for my large scale FG Beetle and has been faultless i have to say.


For now this will work fine for my tug, but i want a radio with more channels in the future so ican remotely activate lights/ sound etc, however i dont want to spend an arm and a leg, and i also dont want one that is specifically for planes or helis as at the mo, any tx over 3 chan seem to be all catered for air and as such the lcd displays on the actual handset have pics of a plane or heli which would totally destroy the scale aspect for me! (im fussy with things like that!).


Is there just a standard radio at a normal price which has around 6 chans or more (stick type)?


What do you guys use? Also ive read that *some* 2.4 systems are not ideal to use with marine due to loss of signal because of water, i know with subs this is an issue and people use FM, But like i say ive read that some 2.4 handsets (such as some of the older range of spektrum) had this issue woth surface marine?


Thanks

[barriew]

I am not aware of any 2.4 ghz set that is NOT designed initially for aircraft.


As for older Spektrum sets not working, I have a DX5e which has never given any problems with a variety of receivers from Spektrum and others. Maybe the original DSM (not DSM2 or DSMx) sets had issues, but I've not heard of anyone having problems with surface craft with the aerial mounted sensibly.


Barrie

[Fastfaz]

Barrie is correct I think all modern 2.4 TX's are designed for aircraft its something we have to live with but not really a problem. Cheapo Chinese stuff Radiolink etc is available on ebay, if you want good precise control I can recommend the Spektrum DX6 a quality piece of kit but not cheap. Try Sussex models very helpful when I bought mine it arrived the next day. Hope this helps.
     Cheers,
          Pete.

[tizdaz]

Oki doke thanks guys, had a look at the radiolink sets, seem good value but just wondering about reliability with them so will do some research on them


Other ones ive seen are the flysky ones

[barriew]

I have the Flysky (actually the Turnigy version) i6 which is very good. Quite easy to program and offers telemetry if you buy the correct receiver. You can buy the Turnigy from Hobby King and the Flysky from Banggood. If you need more channels the i10 uses the same receivers.
I don't know anything about the Radiolink 2.4 sets, their 40 Mhz sets were good sets, but not very well put together - lots of comments on here about these sets.


Barrie

[Netleyned]

I have a Radiolink set since 2009 in use with my springer rescue boat weekly.
Never had a problem with it.
A lot more problems among club members with planet 5's.
My 5 year old Spektrum Dx6i is just as bombproof but three or four times
the price.


Ned

[kinmel]

I recommend this programmable radio... https://hobbyking.com/en_us/turnigy-9x-9ch-transmitter-w-module-8ch-receiver-mode-2-v2-firmware.html

Buy some additional receivers too.

[Steve Dean]

Hi Tizdaz,
I can assure you there is no problem in using Spektrum gear with boats ........ I use loads of them in dead slow scale models right up to very high speed power boats. If you're looking for a good deal then try Howes Models (Kidlington, Nr Oxford) 01865 848000 and on the web at www.howesmodels.co.uk
By the way, I have no connection with Howes ........ their prices are good because they purchase in bulk.
As has been previously stated all radios are targetted at our flying chums, because that sector dominates the radio control market by a huge margin. You just have to get used to dealing with the terminology, i.e. if you have your boat rudder on the right hand stick (normal practice) then this will be the aileron channel on the receiver. You will find that an aircraft rudder channel is on the left hand stick (side to side) along with the throttle channel (up and down) but it is not normal to operate a boat with the rudder on the left hand stick ........ although there is no law that says you can't do this !!!!!
Hope this helps.
Steve.

[inertia]

Hi Tizdaz,
I can assure you there is no problem in using Spektrum gear with boats ........ I use loads of them in dead slow scale models right up to very high speed power boats.
Steve.

What Steve hasn't told you is that you won't find the particular Spektrum radio which he uses on Howes' website. If you really want to scare yourself to death then Google "Spektrum Dx18T". That boy has as much style as he has money! 
Dave M

[tizdaz]

What Steve hasn't told you is that you won't find the particular Spektrum radio which he uses on Howes' website. If you really want to scare yourself to death then Google "Spektrum Dx18T". That boy has as much style as he has money! 
Dave M

Haha! Bargain at that price, i migjt even buy 2! lol.


On a serious note, the 6e seems pretty good value and i think 6 chans should be enough for me

[Antipodes]

I recommend this programmable radio... https://hobbyking.com/en_us/turnigy-9x-9ch-transmitter-w-module-8ch-receiver-mode-2-v2-firmware.html

Buy some additional receivers too.

I endorse kinmel's comments regarding the Turnigy 9X. I've got two of these and planning to get a third. Yes, like all 2.4 radios it is designed for planes but it they are great for boats. I make use of the model memory feature as some of our boats have different setups. (you just have to remember to use the right model, otherwise the boat goes left instead of right  )

I've also purchased additional receivers as well (lots of boats), mainly the Corona 3 channel which bind and work perfectly well with the 9X.

Cheers

Bruce

[tizdaz]

Thanks guys


The turnigy one sounds great for the money

[nivapilot]

If you get the i6....you can then download and reflash to 10 channels......

[timgarrod]

just remember to keep the rx aerial above the water line

[Antipodes]

I've also purchased additional receivers as well (lots of boats), mainly the Corona  Eurgle 3 channel which bind and work perfectly well with the 9X.

I made a mistake - its was the Eurgle 3 channel receivers that bind and work well.

Bruce