[cy0t]
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Hello ft forums people!
As mentioned in my intro thread ::here::, I'm ready to get flying. However, I've got a couple questions about gear compatibility and options.
Setting the stage:
I've kind of latched onto the ::FTGremlin:: and am clicking through the options. I'm aware this is probably a little more power than I need for the first time up but, with simulator time, motivation, not being shy with the expo, and support of my friends, I'm prepared for the learning curve.
Questions:
1. I've already got a spectrum dx6i (a few years old now). Would like to confirm my understanding the FrSky and Spektrum tx/rx are not cross compatible and the "DSMX Quad Race Serial Receiver with Diversity" is the correct receiver option for me.
a. I'm completely lost with the Hyperion receiver option. Being DSMX, is it also compatible with spectrum transmitter and is there an advantage/disadvantage between the two?
2. Regarding the camera options. FX900TW Camera, VTX with Dipole or RHCP antennas. I am unsure what the difference is between the two.
a. Additional info : I've already got some fatshark gottles (also a few years old now) as part of a combo deal. Mounted the camera and transmitter to an rc car and am having a great time, but don't really know what I have. Does the antenna on the goggles make any difference to compatibility/quality with the antennas on the quad/vehicle?
3. Frame : Not really a question but, at this scale and my current skill level, my inexperienced logic tells me the frame is kind of a vessel for keeping the electronics pointed in the same direction. That said, I'm curious if there is any real reason to chose one FTGremlin frame over another, or if any of y'all have an opinion on it (no is an ok answer ).
Thanks in advance for the education.
[cy0t]
As mentioned in my intro thread ::here::, I'm ready to get flying. However, I've got a couple questions about gear compatibility and options.
Setting the stage:
I've kind of latched onto the ::FTGremlin:: and am clicking through the options. I'm aware this is probably a little more power than I need for the first time up but, with simulator time, motivation, not being shy with the expo, and support of my friends, I'm prepared for the learning curve.
Questions:
1. I've already got a spectrum dx6i (a few years old now). Would like to confirm my understanding the FrSky and Spektrum tx/rx are not cross compatible and the "DSMX Quad Race Serial Receiver with Diversity" is the correct receiver option for me.
a. I'm completely lost with the Hyperion receiver option. Being DSMX, is it also compatible with spectrum transmitter and is there an advantage/disadvantage between the two?
2. Regarding the camera options. FX900TW Camera, VTX with Dipole or RHCP antennas. I am unsure what the difference is between the two.
a. Additional info : I've already got some fatshark gottles (also a few years old now) as part of a combo deal. Mounted the camera and transmitter to an rc car and am having a great time, but don't really know what I have. Does the antenna on the goggles make any difference to compatibility/quality with the antennas on the quad/vehicle?
3. Frame : Not really a question but, at this scale and my current skill level, my inexperienced logic tells me the frame is kind of a vessel for keeping the electronics pointed in the same direction. That said, I'm curious if there is any real reason to chose one FTGremlin frame over another, or if any of y'all have an opinion on it (no is an ok answer ).
Thanks in advance for the education.
[cy0t]