Ordered some Turnigy nano-tech 1300mah 3S 25~50C Lipo Packs for the Radian.
I didn't want to order yet another battery but no point in not enjoying the plane.
Also upgraded the receiver. There was some concern that the OrangeRX R615X was not up to the task.
OrangeRx DSMX Compatible DSMX 3Ch S.BUS 2.4Ghz Rx (twin long antenna version)
The price tag is up a little but now I'm set to soar all day long.
I didn't want to order yet another battery but no point in not enjoying the plane.
Also upgraded the receiver. There was some concern that the OrangeRX R615X was not up to the task.
OrangeRx DSMX Compatible DSMX 3Ch S.BUS 2.4Ghz Rx (twin long antenna version)
The price tag is up a little but now I'm set to soar all day long.
New receiver and batteries
Parts order came in.
A new receiver with longer antennas.
OrangeRx DSMX Compatible DSMX 3Ch S.BUS 2.4Ghz Rx (twin long antenna version)
And some proper sized batteries.
Turnigy nano-tech 1300mah 3S 25~50C Lipo Pack
Looking forward to fly this plane
Parts order came in.
A new receiver with longer antennas.
OrangeRx DSMX Compatible DSMX 3Ch S.BUS 2.4Ghz Rx (twin long antenna version)
And some proper sized batteries.
Turnigy nano-tech 1300mah 3S 25~50C Lipo Pack
Looking forward to fly this plane
Capt_Beavis
Posted a thousand or more times
Notreallyme has one of these, they are very cool planes and are very impressive in the air. We just need to find a field farther from the airport so he can fly it high enough.
Unofficial but cracked 30 minutes
Sunday's conditions were perfect for the Radian.
My only regret was I did not time the flight.
Have to program the plane into the new radio and setup the dual timers.
With high winds and plenty of thermal action I was having a great time.
Worked out well because the field was packed with runners and cricket players.
So I launched and just enjoyed the flight.
Really this was my first time playing with thermals. WOW at one point I was certain the plane was doing to do an axis roll.
I quickly figured out the sweet spots and would just pack the Radian in orbit and feel around.
My Dad was up with his Bixler and was having a lot more difficultly slowing that plane down to match what the Radian could do.
I'm so happy with this plane.
Sunday's conditions were perfect for the Radian.
My only regret was I did not time the flight.
Have to program the plane into the new radio and setup the dual timers.
With high winds and plenty of thermal action I was having a great time.
Worked out well because the field was packed with runners and cricket players.
So I launched and just enjoyed the flight.
Really this was my first time playing with thermals. WOW at one point I was certain the plane was doing to do an axis roll.
I quickly figured out the sweet spots and would just pack the Radian in orbit and feel around.
My Dad was up with his Bixler and was having a lot more difficultly slowing that plane down to match what the Radian could do.
I'm so happy with this plane.
Spastickitten
Senior Member
do you know about lemonrx? they are a little cheaper...
Yes but I'm going with FRSky because adding a 5th module to my setup is mind numbing
LooseBruce
Senior Member
I can relate to this. I just lost my UMX Radian a couple of days ago. Last known location = downwind.
I am considering buying a tracking device (Marco Polo). It may be too heavy for the UMX Radian but would do nicely in my other planes. About a month ago I lost my FT Mini Guinea in the same location. My wife happened to be walking the dog 1/2 mile away and she heard it crash. We found that one but the UMX Radian is gone!
LooseBruce
Capt_Beavis
Posted a thousand or more times
What are you using for a camera, Andre?
Spastickitten
Senior Member
oh sorry didn't notice the new rx in later posts
Spastickitten
Senior Member
Do you have a taranis yet? Also why am I a senior member? Guess I have been a little too busy on the forums...
Spastickitten
Senior Member
Is it really worth it? I have a 9xr so it will be the next upgrade
That is a loaded question. For me I was at the point where I had filled the memory on both of my 9x radios.
One is a stock module and the other I've modified to allow me to swap in the Orange dsmx and 433 modules.
I'd initially planned on buying a 9XR Pro but the thanks happened to be local and cheaper (used) then the 9X option.
I guess it all depends on how you see your future needs.
Mine were simple. Voice warnings and lots of memory.
The FRSKY stuff is cool but I can function just fine with my current modules.
Hope that helps. I've not flown with the taranis but it feels like the 9x. Just more 3 way switches which I do like.
Spastickitten
Senior Member
Ok it gives me something to think about! Can't wait to hear you in the podcast when the next one comes out... I've been able to talk to some of the FT guys and they are a great bunch! Too bad they aren't that popular... yet! ^w^
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