Michael Conte wrote:
>
> Dear Sailplaners,
> I've hit the limits of my JR XP783 transmitter and need to move on to
> something with more flexible programming. I'm contemplating getting the
> 8103 or 10X. I'd like to stay with JR so all I would have to get is a
> transmitter. Is the 10X really that much better than the 8103? I've also
> heard great things about the Multiplex and Airtronics equivalents. Should I
> consider switching? Mind you, I have 6 airplanes with JR compatible
> receivers. Thank you in advance for your input. Would anyone be willing to
> trade a 10X for my 783? (Just thought I'd ask)
I own an XP8103. I think it's great. It's not perfect though.
Things I don't like (in order):
1) Only 2 flight modes.
2) No travel speed adjustments.
3) Internal battery must be replaced every 5 years or
transmitter goes into a coma. This is a service item :(
4) Most functions are not really channel/switch assignable.
5) Dual flap forces a 7 channel receiver.
6) Enable crow and you lose the 8th channel.
Otherwise a fine radio, and the gimbals are so smoooth.
I've not looked at the 10X in detail, as it was not in the price
range I was aiming for (not thrilled about touch screens either).
It didn't seem to have any sailplane specific programming, though
it may be possible to program the common mixes and functions. It
did look more flexible.
The Airtronics line with a sailplane card is nice. I previously
owned Airtronics, so I decided to go with JR this time. I don't
regret it, but that's me :)
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Andrew E. Mileski
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