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04.03.2009, 11:56 AM

I run the Futaba FASST 3PM and runs great and easy to program

Takedown · 04.03.2009, 12:41 PM

The 3pk black is super nice. My friend has a DX3r and my LHS owner uses a 3pk black ed. 2.4ghz faast system. I like the 3pk because it looks alot nice and its backlit. Also has a better feel to it. The signal response time is about the same from my point of view. I really would like to get one but funds havent been the greatest lately....

BrianG · 04.03.2009, 03:44 PM

I also like my DX3r. Never tried the S, but the limited model memory would keep me away. I would never use the telemetry either.

If you already have receivers, why not get a DX3.0? I'm sure they are selling cheap right now, like this: http://cgi.ebay.com/SPEKTRUM-DX3-0-R...3A1%7C294%3A50

Yeah, it only has 4 model memory, but that along with your present one (if you have one) should give you enough slots. And having two radios is nice in case you and a buddy want to go play - just rebind as necessary. I have a DX3.0 I'm keeping for that very reason...

Jeremy1976 · 04.03.2009, 03:59 PM

My take so far on the 3s:

Glitching issue post from my forum:

I just do not want glitching problems with my Baja or range issues for that matter. I am going to put some fresh batteries in and give it another try. I really like the feel of the DX3s but cannot stand and type of glitching. It was glitching/cutting out to the point that the Rustler would just stop dead in its tracks, then it would finally go again. Almost as if possibly the failsafe was kicking in at those times. Other times I would be doing a high speed run and you could hear and feel it cut out and back on again. I could tell it was the worst on one side of the parking lot by the school. It kept doing it in the same spot too.

I hope I some how can remedy this. I am going to try fresh batteries tomorrow and see if it resolves it.

Arct1k · 04.03.2009, 04:09 PM

It is 2.4ghz it is not immune to interference from other 2.4 signals such as a noisey set of high power wireless routers in the school i'd bet.

Also could be a lot of setup things such a bec voltage drops, insuffecient power to esc and wiring position.

Given success of 2.4 and lack of reported issues I'm not convinced it is a widespread issue.

Jeremy1976 · 04.03.2009, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Arct1k

It is 2.4ghz it is not immune to interference from other 2.4 signals such as a noisey set of high power wireless routers in the school i'd bet.

Also could be a lot of setup things such a bec voltage drops, insuffecient power to esc and wiring position.

Given success of 2.4 and lack of reported issues I'm not convinced it is a widespread issue.

I have heard of quite a few issues with range and glitching with the 3s. Since I owned 4 spek radios before with no issues I figured I would be good.

Jeremy1976 · 04.03.2009, 04:39 PM

Funny thing is too my buddy was running a DX3.0 in the same spots with no issues.

BL_RV0 · 04.03.2009, 09:13 PM

Pick up a nomadio react- they're great. Telemetry, 40 model memory, great funtionality, and I picked mine up off of fleabay for $140 used.

ssspconcepts · 04.03.2009, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by BL_RV0

Pick up a nomadio react- they're great. Telemetry, 40 model memory, great funtionality, and I picked mine up off of fleabay for $140 used.

I understand the React has a USB interface and desktop software that allows you to go in and manipulate your settings and model names. Seems like that would be a handy feature. I wish the Spektrum transmitters had that capability. Additionally the React is American made isn't it?

Anyway, I have been watching the React for quite awhile. I just have all Spektrum receivers/transceivers and I am not convinced that all of the software bugs have been worked out to allow the use of Spektrum receivers with the Nomadio React. Can anyone here comment on this? Actually, and more specifically, does anyone have first hand data/experience to confirm they work together? Thanks.

BrianG · 04.03.2009, 04:37 PM

I agree. 2.4 is pretty solid. There are many channels to choose from and it does it automatically. But, IIRC, someone (Pdelcast?) mentioned Speks being sensitive to v drops, or may even noise on the power line itself. A cap on an unused port can help with that, along with maybe a ferrite ring on the throttle cable. It really depends what the real source of the glitch...