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[essex2visuvesi]

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__87929__Taranis_X9E_Mode_1_non_EU_Version_US_Plug_.html


Looks nice with some interesting features
Hopefully the EU version will be released soon.  Certainly on my 'want' list

[inertia]

I too would be interested if I ever needed a seriously multi-function 2G4 radio. I think the US version differs only in the input voltage and plug type of the mains charger. If no EU version was available I'd cheerfully use another charger instead (I have several which would do the job).
Makes the Spektrum Dx10T and 18T look very poor value indeed.
DM

[essex2visuvesi]

I too would be interested if I ever needed a seriously multi-function 2G4 radio. I think the US version differs only in the input voltage and plug type of the mains charger. If no EU version was available I'd cheerfully use another charger instead (I have several which would do the job).
Makes the Spektrum Dx10T and 18T look very poor value indeed.
DM

Apparently the US version is a higher power and therefore illegal in the UK :(

[Subculture]

Some early adopters have reported a few issues with these sets when compared with the lower priced Taranis X9D.

Might be a good idea save the liberation of the moths in the wallet until they iron out the wrinkles.

[essex2visuvesi]

Some early adopters have reported a few issues with these sets when compared with the lower priced Taranis X9D.

Might be a good idea save the liberation of the moths in the wallet until they iron out the wrinkles.

Think I'll wait a few months

[timg]

Hi All

It has been listed on this website for the last few months

http://www.t9hobbysport.com/frsky-taranis-x9e-transmitter

A bit over the top for me at the moment but I do like it  (maybe one day)

if anyone has one or gets one I would be very interested in their thoughts

Spud

[Mark T]

I don't need one - but I would like one 

[essex2visuvesi]

I don't need one - but I would like one 

same here....
I do like it and the linear controls would be good for turret/fire monitor operation.


I think I'll get christmas out the way then look at it seriously


I wanted the Jeti DC-16 but that's almost 800 quid!

[nivapilot]

E-Bay seller, with NO mention of non EU compliance?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FrSky-TARANIS-X9E-16CH-Dual-Way-Digital-Telemetry-Radio-Transmitter-w-Receiver-e-/252131986027?hash=item3ab43cca6b:g:MuAAAOSwAYtWJKD2

[inertia]

The pictures show a 110v-US-plug style charger - and compare the price with the Hobbyking one (and no mention of the other goodies included in theirs e.g. SD card, Tx battery). 
Caveat emptor with this seller; it's not as if they're UK-based either (unless there's a Shenzhen near Woking or Wigan...)
DM

[essex2visuvesi]

The pictures show a 110v-US-plug style charger - and compare the price with the Hobbyking one (and no mention of the other goodies included in theirs e.g. SD card, Tx battery). 
Caveat emptor with this seller; it's not as if they're UK-based either (unless there's a Shenzhen near Woking or Wigan...)
DM

I think there's one near Basingstoke

[tsenecal]

I own one of each (1 x9d, 1 x9e)

the design of the Taranis (both x9d and x9e) affords the owner the ability to upload firmware directly onto the device.  in order to stay in compliance with the letter of the law, there is an EU version of the software that units sold in the EU must have on it.   there is however a loophole.  all receivers sold prior to the date of the change in the law can still be used.  if you happen to be lucky enough to have in your possession older receivers, then it is perfectly fine for you to "upgrade" your EU compliant radio with firmware that will allow you to continue to use your older receivers.


the x9e ships with a newer version of the firmware (2.1.x) versus the x9d (2.0.x)  since august, there have been 6 updates to the firmware on the x9e, fixing the majority of the problems it had when it shipped.   so far, to my count, there have been 3 serious issues, with the latest resolved in firmware version 2.1.6.


there has been an update in the hardware.  the first versions had a brushed aluminum faceplate, and came with an aluminum case.  the current version comes with a faceplate that looks to be made of carbon-fibre (but it isn't) and a soft-sided case.  the actual hardware updates appear to be internal, adjusting the sizes of a few capacitors in the RTC and charging circuits.


according to most of the postings at rcgroups.com, either buy them from Aloft Hobbies in the US, or t9Hobbies in europe.   both shops appear to have european chargers... you can either buy an additional unit, or specify a different unit when ordering.


one big caveat to buying stuff from Hobbyking or ebay.   it has been said that FrSky requires warranty work be submitted through your original dealer.


Hobbyking is notorious for bad customer service, and i wouldn't know where to begin warranty proceedings with an ebay dealer.

[tsenecal]

if anyone has any questions specifically about either transmitter, just ask... i'd be happy to answer if i can.

[tsenecal]

just remembered... 




i wrote up a quick review of the x9d on subpirates.com a short while ago...


http://www.subpirates.com/showthread.php?5258-FrSky-x9d-quot-Taranis-quot-Transmitter-Review




the hardware on the x9e is different, but the majority of the rest of the review is the same between the two models.