Re: [RCSE] 14MZ - A lot of reinvention of the wheel
The basic argument always seems to come down to It's NOT Multiples and therefore is inferior. Futaba were careful to build up the hype before launch, so their claims invite scrutiny. Frankly the discussion on the 14MZ forum bordered on the hysterical before the system was even launched. Wonderful. Show of hands. How many fly more than 3 hours in a day?? I never have. I also have an extra pack in case I ever want to. Lithium means 'high capacity, low self discharge', so one could reasonably expect high duration, with no worries about leaving it overnight. The reality does not live up to expectation - three hours on a charge is very disappointing. It's not enough for a day's slope soaring, let alone a weekend comp. On the RF front, the feature set seems a bit odd. A separate WiFi link for channel selection seems an incredibly complex solution to changing the Rx channel. I wonder if the *real* purpose of the Wifi link was to use the Rx as a 'proxy' scanner?... Because of course the 14 MZ lacks an integrated scanner with RF interlock. Every software controlled synth Tx should have this, maybe there's a patent issue which prevents Futaba using their own. I noticed also that the cold-boot startup time is around 30 seconds - I think some potential purchasers would find this a complete show-stopper. Take care. Enjoy your Multiplex as I do my 14MZ. The basic argument always seems to come down to It's NOT Multiples and therefore is inferior. Comparison is perfectly valid. It would be nice to hear some constructive comments from 14MZ owners with some pros and cons, especially if they've switched from MPX. Regards Mike RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
RE: [RCSE] Re:Profi Multiplex 4000
Well, obviously you have profi religion and faith that Ernie won't retire, or decide not to repair radios in his spare time. The Evo is *almost* a great soaring radio but for those dumb shared mixers. Pretty well wrecks it as a serious radio for people (a) have lots of different models and (b) who want to play with the mixers - which is half the point of getting an Evo in the first place. I use mine as a 5-memory radio... Interestingly, the Evo 7 has totally private mixer defs, so it's unlikely to be a software issue, more likely a memory limitation. It may be significant that MPX upped the model memories of the 9 and 12 shortly prior to launch, if this was at the expense of private mixers, then it was a rare slipup by MPX. But the basic architecture is sound. If the Evo had 'privatised' the mixers and proper 3-state logic switches, I'd use in preference to a 4K for F3F. The new, albiet overpriced Futaba 14 channel has what looks like the future in hand As for the Futaba 14MZ, I saw a site with some screenshots and a not very in depth review. Positive features: Lithium cells, large display, and CompactFlash memory . But judging by the screenshots, the UI is truly horrible - forget Windows CE, the graphics look like MSDOS and the dialogs poorly designed. IMO the 4000 is still the mixer king, the Evo is still the UI king. Mike RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] RF Synthesizer
But are the RF Synthesizers really the same as using a specifically tuned module and crystal? Names like dial-a-crash and the like come to mind. Software controlled synthesisers (e.g. Multiplex Evo HFM-S) are in principle safer than Xtals. - the UI is designed to prevent accidental changing of frequency. - since the actual frequency is displayed on the LCD screen there can be no confusion. Modules with rotary switches are another matter. Mike RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
[RCSE] Fut 14MZ - Same old revolutionary Multiplex ideas
WOW factor alone would be worth it. With all that computing power and memory, what a wonderful opportunity for Futaba to develop a truly unlimited architecture like the 4000, married to a truly elegant easy-to-use interface. However the blurb mentions 'supports 7 wing types' (groan!), which at a stroke indicates that the architecture is essentially knobbled - if a little less knobbled than last years model. As regards the programming interface, am I the only one to be underwhelmed by screen shots on Jason.net? http://www.jason.net/heli/helimain.htm Look closely, and there doesn't appear to be any clever thinking as far as the UI is concerned. The servo ATV, subtrim and rate adjustments are all scattered among different menus and the screens look as if they've been designed by a graphically challenged committee (read 'awful'). Even the relatively cheap Evo which manages to integrate all the servo adjustments in a simple, attractive screen. I fear that once the chrome and froth are stripped away, the genuine innovation lies in the transmission system and 14 fast response channels, which although technically interesting, are not of great use to the F3X flyer. Mike RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
[RCSE] RE: Royal EVO help
From: Chuck Auerbach [EMAIL PROTECTED] How can I copy my friends file to add to my file. The progran only overwrites to my EVO. I can't seem to add any of his planes to my planes. Chuck, it's not possible to splice in specific models from another backup. Another unfortunate consequence of the mixer definitions being global. - Mike http://rc-soar.com/multiplex RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
[RCSE] 5125 Problem (new)
I've been running a Hitec 5125 on the bench. Unfortunately the neutral position occasionally jumps by about plus or minus 10 degrees. This and other symptoms lead lead me to strongly suspect the the pot wiper is slipping on the shaft. Before I invalidate the warranty by removing the labels, has anyone opened up a 5125, if so how how easy it it to reposition the pot assembly? Thanks - Mike http://rc-soar.com RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
[RCSE] RE: Mini-Ellipse Front Wing Hold-down Modifications?
Hi Jay, I've been through a few Mini's and the wing retaining peg has been a more or less constant source of trouble - any ME pilot will tell you similar stories. The problem is that with any undue stress the fuselage splits at the peg position, allowing the fuselage to deform and for cracks to propagate elsewhere. Stengthening with glass/carbon under the bridge has not worked for me. What I do now is (1) epoxy a semicircle of hard balsa about 1/4 - 3/8 inch thick immediately under the bridge to prevent the fuselage from splitting and to spread the load to the fuse sides. (2) remove steel peg altother, and fill in the hole with epoxy/microballons. Drill a hole in the wing for a second 3mm nylon wing hold down bolt just at the rear of the old steel peg. The bolt screws into a blind nut fixed to a 1/16 ply plate. the plate is glued under the wings seat, the existing flang prevents it from being pulled out. The bolt stands proud - I guess it could be counersunk but it doesn't bother me - anyway you can't see it when it's flying:) I have had no further trouble since. Hope this makes sense. - Mike From: Jay Decker [EMAIL PROTECTED] Got a little to wild with my Muller Mini-Ellipse in big air and broke the front wing hold-down. Anyone, have a good modification for better front wing hold-down that they could describe or send photo of? Thanks, Jay Decker Kennewick, WA RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
[RCSE] Re: GUI programming for 3030 TX's
Tord, I'm working on a crude version of the system you describe, for the 3010/3030/4000. It allows you to connect the Tx to a PC via a DSC-type interface and view virtual servos on screen. You can't program the Tx remotely (a thankless project without the official MPX documentation, IMO), or see a virtual aeroplane, but it's a useful tool to test ideas and familiarise without connecting up real servos. Current Status: functioning, but needs to be polished up - as usual it's the final 5% of debugging/development that takes 90% of the time. Details at http://www.rc-soar.com/servosim - Mike Interesting thread this - for a perfect set up the computer should be connected to your tx, as with some sims, and then you would have a virtual model on screen to test ideas on, like the crude harness, with a servo connected to each channel, one sometimes is forced to make to get the wiring right. Neither system is perfect but it should help! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
RE: [RCSE] Mpx 3030 Programming
OK I think I have the solution. I have an onboard glow system, on a towplane, that I activate using an electronic speed control and sw. 5 to turn it on and off. I want to know if I can then use the GX sw (via the throttle) to switch sw 5 off once past 20% or so throttle and back on again once the throttle comes back past 20%. Instead of S5, you want to use a software switch (Gx), using Throttle control as the master: Go to Menu2-Assign-SoftSw. If Throttle is on B then choose B as the master stick. Choose the switching threshold (20?). You'll now find a new switch SB in the list of secondary switches. For ESC, specify SB instead of S5. - Mike RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
