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rats:
   Couple of years ago I bought a Robbe F14 system , reasonably happy with it except for the cost of upgrades when using it on more than one model ( new reciever, switched function reciever etc)  I was wondering - if starting from scratch again what system would forum members recomend ?
     I know you can buy computerised systems costing several thousand pounds  but reallistically talking about ?100 - ?300 ?

                 cheers rats

CAD2:
Rats
You'll get a different answer from everyone - rather like asking for a recommendation for a brand of car. It all depends on what you require from the system, but I'd make sure it was 40 MhZ FM; that it is the latest version of the set; that you can obtain spare crystals in all available frequencies; that second receivers etc don't cost the earth and that you've seen and handled the set before you buy one. A personal recommendation from a trusted club member is also worth taking into consideration. I'm not sold on the need for computerised transmitters for general use but I would investigate those new dial-a-frequency sets which don't need crystals. Named brands include Hi-Tech, Futaba, JR and Multiplex. I use Hi-Tech gear (Ranger 3 and Focus 6).
CAD2

croakle:
Rats

Out of interest is there anything apart from the cost you don't like about the Robbe?

Best wishes

Julian

Doc:
Rats,
"CAD2" is right, you'll get almost as many different answers as there are people answering.  So, to proove him right here's a suggestion from me (Take Only Under Doctor's Advice, and pay no attention to the nickname).
One of the newer radio systems 'over here' uses 2.4 Ghz and has several very nice features.  It looks for a clear frequency when turned on, can be made to work with any receiver made for it (your's, your friend's, whatever), has a control mixing option, and 6 channel controls.  I think you guys have it 'over there', but can't really say if it's the same, or the same price.  Made by 'Spektrum'.  It's a very nice radio system.  I also woould not recommend it for everyone, it's just not needed in most cases.
'Best' advice is basically the same as 'CAD2's, stay toward the high end as far as frequency goes, get your hands on the thing before buying to see if it 'suits' you, look for something that's a bit more than you think you'll need, be frugal, and buy from a reputable dealer (that warranty really is worth having!).
And of course, you didn't know about any of that (and that 'bet' is worth almost as much as my last lottory ticket)...
 - 'Doc
   

flag-d:
I also have a Robbe F-14.  I only use it for 1 model at the moment, but I plan to use it in several (or planned, at least!)  I think it is a nice set, particularly the Navy twin-stick feature which I have.  But I have to say that it does look like a set built in someone's garage: somehow not quite 'professional', as it were.  As it is a Futaba set (I understand) can RX's other than Robbe F-14 units be used with it, ie Futaba units?

Sorry rats, slightly off topic I realise.

Mike

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