@@CliffHarveyRCPlanes Futaba S-FHSS runs but not FASST. For the very few protocols that cannot be hacked for inclusion in OpenTx/EdgeTx the JR bay and an external module should suffice. ;-)
It''ll be good to see how easily you learn to use this Open TX example, should help others to decide on what system to commit to. Also good to see the quality of support from manufacturer and getting help from forum community when needed.
The reason I went for this set Gary is simple, it works with most receiver makes, so I don't need to buy any more receivers, it's recommended to me by two of my flying buddies, the fact it's open source software and is always evolving and basically for it's price it's punching way above its weight. As for how easy it is to learn, I've watched a couple of videos online and it's no different to most modern tx's, of course it has it's own way of doing things so it's just a matter of rethinking how to input things into the memory. As explained to me by my buddies you can make it as complicated or simple as you like ... I'll go with the latter, cheers.
@@CliffHarveyRCPlanes I've read that at least one of the Open TX systems has a "basic" setup like traditional systems or you can go on and make Open TX adaptations a hobby in itself for FPV, etc. I use an "antique" Hitec Aurora 9 system with Optima receivers. Hitec has stopped production of RC systems so mine and later Aurora 9X systems are now "orphans". I have enough Optima receivers for all of my models and can still buy some old stock and used receivers. Hitec claims that they can repair transmitters but can't get parts for receivers. People are selling "like new" used Aurora transmitters and receivers on RC Groups and Ebay.
Fantastic. It does look great in the red trim. I still have so much to learn about all the levers and buttons... at least now I know I could ask you in case of doubt ;)
Good deal Cliff. I've got two of the TX16s radios. They are the best value in RC today. About those needle sharp stick ends, just polish them with some 400 grit paper until they suit your digits.
Woohoo Cliff! Mine will be in next week. I hope the protocols work as I have viewed on TH-cam. It will keep me busy all winter setting up my 40 planes! I have been using FlySky and have never lost a plane like I did on Spektrum. Hope it works as well. Spent my allowance for Christmas!
Hi Ricky once you set up one aeroplane type you can just copy it and alter the parameters slightly. You can set up global functions that apply to every aeroplane by assigning them to any switch you like on the transmitter. So so in fact it doesn't take very long to do all your aeroplanes although I'm just doing them one aeroplane at a time as I fly them 👍
Its the smart choice these days and not just because its 1/5th the price of the premium radios. Can be used with so many protocols which have much cheaper receivers. In a recent poll of my channel 70% of nearly 1000 votes preferred it as their next radio. Bye bye Spektrum, Futaba, JR, Jeti and Powerbox.
I was one of those 70%, it has to make the big manufacturers a tad apprehensive about the future, perhaps they'll be forced to lower their prices ... if they can?
@@CliffHarveyRCPlanes I don't see that happening Cliff. They are just too far away from Radiomaster and Frsky on price. They've had it good for too long. I push TX16S in all my review vids in the hope that new folks to the hobby don't get locked into one of the single protocol premium brands.
No that's right but there's loads videos on here and flying forums, I prefer it like that anyway Rafael ... the British are known for not reading them anyway 😁👍
I got the tx16 and never looked back. I'm sure you will enjoy! I got the regular mk2, I'd be interested to know if the max feels any better in the hand. I think they could of done better with the screen but over all pretty sweet rig. Have fun adding all your models! Gets boring after about 5 lol
@@CliffHarveyRCPlanes hehe yea it gets to be monotonous at times. But the duplicate model feature comes in handy if you have planes that require a similar set up
I've been toying about getting one for a while now. I've had a Spektum DX6 G2 since around 2016. In fact its the only 2.4ghz radio I have ever had. Mainly flying on DMS2 with Lemon receivers so it would be interesting to know how the TX16 binds to them if you have any Cliff. Have fun!
Goooood Lord, Cliff. Turn it on and she starts talking dirty in transmitter language surprised it didnt say, "Well hello, baby, what would you like to fly today? Would you like to fly or do you want to watch?"... This video should be titled, Cliff time travels to 8 year old with eyes rolling like a slot machine, realizing the transmitter blows away expectations. That girls probably got a toaster and tea maker on the back. Googaligoogali, drooling.
@@CliffHarveyRCPlanes Yup raining and hi winds and confusion in the Hangar 🤣. Might have to do a little live as I been trying to get some electronics working all afternoon, had to work this morning. Thought this would be a two second job 🤷🏻♂️
and one of the best things about it is that you can use just about any receiver with it
Except Futaba!
I am using mine with a Furtaba receiver but it is one of the older ones
@@CliffHarveyRCPlanes Futaba S-FHSS runs but not FASST. For the very few protocols that cannot be hacked for inclusion in OpenTx/EdgeTx the JR bay and an external module should suffice. ;-)
@@theoztreecrasher2647 Good to know, thanks for commenting 👍
I have the radiomaster TS 16s and love it. can do so much more with it. I am still learning it.
I think it's one of those radios that can do a lot more than most flyers want or need Paul 👍
You got that right
Welcome to the ardiomaster club Cliff, reminds me I must update my software...
Thanks Pete 🙂
I have the same transmitter and love it .. :)
A fine recommendation, thanks for your comment 👍
Nice looking controller!!
I am very happy for you as there is nothing like getting a new shiny gadget 🙂
Thanks KR, lots of lovely knobs and switches 👍😁
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Sounds perfect 👌
Nice Score buddy!!
Hi Dutch, thanks, Iooking forward to using it for the next 20 years!
Very nice transmitter Cliff, A switch, nob and slider for every occasion!! I shall have a look at that company 😀👍
Hi Ian, tis nice, I'm starting a new build today, I think you'll approve 👍🤔
Congrats Cliff! That is a great transmitter from what I've heard. You'll love the options and programmability.
It's capable of doing more than I'll ever need Adam, but for the price it's one powerful piece of kit that I'll grow into for years to come, cheers.
Congratulations Cliff! I’ve heard they are pretty good radios.
I heard the same Pat, cheers.
It''ll be good to see how easily you learn to use this Open TX example, should help others to decide on what system to commit to. Also good to see the quality of support from manufacturer and getting help from forum community when needed.
The reason I went for this set Gary is simple, it works with most receiver makes, so I don't need to buy any more receivers, it's recommended to me by two of my flying buddies, the fact it's open source software and is always evolving and basically for it's price it's punching way above its weight. As for how easy it is to learn, I've watched a couple of videos online and it's no different to most modern tx's, of course it has it's own way of doing things so it's just a matter of rethinking how to input things into the memory. As explained to me by my buddies you can make it as complicated or simple as you like ... I'll go with the latter, cheers.
@@CliffHarveyRCPlanes I've read that at least one of the Open TX systems has a "basic" setup like traditional systems or you can go on and make Open TX adaptations a hobby in itself for FPV, etc. I use an "antique" Hitec Aurora 9 system with Optima receivers. Hitec has stopped production of RC systems so mine and later Aurora 9X systems are now "orphans". I have enough Optima receivers for all of my models and can still buy some old stock and used receivers. Hitec claims that they can repair transmitters but can't get parts for receivers. People are selling "like new" used Aurora transmitters and receivers on RC Groups and Ebay.
Cliff really like the Radiomaster tx16s, just need more time learning to program plane setups, Jeff in LA USA
Ah yes, time, always against us as Morpheus says in the Matrix, cheers.
Cool I've been using one for the last 2 years now. Its an awesome radio. Its replaced all my older radios. And it runs all my old receivers.
That's exactly how I plan to go forward Ron, cheers.
Fantastic. It does look great in the red trim. I still have so much to learn about all the levers and buttons... at least now I know I could ask you in case of doubt ;)
Oh no ... I was going to ask you 😁
Really good radio - especially now I've upgraded mine to edge TX - it is a little heavy but just a great radio.
Hi Caroline, good to hear, when you say 'heavy' do you mean the learning curve or weight?
@@CliffHarveyRCPlanes the weight, I have to use a lanyard with it always
Good deal Cliff. I've got two of the TX16s radios. They are the best value in RC today. About those needle sharp stick ends, just polish them with some 400 grit paper until they suit your digits.
Hi Jim, thanks for the idea 👍
Hey, Cliff does an unboxing? That's my territory! Looks good. Can I have your old one please?
Hi Bob, I know it looks like an unboxing but it wasn't really, I was just showing my new radio that was still in the box ... umm, that's an unboxing 😆
Woohoo Cliff! Mine will be in next week. I hope the protocols work as I have viewed on TH-cam. It will keep me busy all winter setting up my 40 planes! I have been using FlySky and have never lost a plane like I did on Spektrum. Hope it works as well. Spent my allowance for Christmas!
Hi Ricky once you set up one aeroplane type you can just copy it and alter the parameters slightly. You can set up global functions that apply to every aeroplane by assigning them to any switch you like on the transmitter. So so in fact it doesn't take very long to do all your aeroplanes although I'm just doing them one aeroplane at a time as I fly them 👍
Its the smart choice these days and not just because its 1/5th the price of the premium radios. Can be used with so many protocols which have much cheaper receivers. In a recent poll of my channel 70% of nearly 1000 votes preferred it as their next radio. Bye bye Spektrum, Futaba, JR, Jeti and Powerbox.
I was one of those 70%, it has to make the big manufacturers a tad apprehensive about the future, perhaps they'll be forced to lower their prices ... if they can?
@@CliffHarveyRCPlanes I don't see that happening Cliff. They are just too far away from Radiomaster and Frsky on price. They've had it good for too long. I push TX16S in all my review vids in the hope that new folks to the hobby don't get locked into one of the single protocol premium brands.
A fine choice good sir!
Thanks Ben 👍
Nice radio, but, have you got the special custom Barron Flights radio cup holder? I have a few in my cupboard of many mugs.
Absolutely not ... one should never drink and fly ...unless it's coco 😁👍
My buddy got one but he said it doesn't come with basic instructions?
I never heard of such a thing.
No that's right but there's loads videos on here and flying forums, I prefer it like that anyway Rafael ... the British are known for not reading them anyway 😁👍
I got the tx16 and never looked back. I'm sure you will enjoy! I got the regular mk2, I'd be interested to know if the max feels any better in the hand. I think they could of done better with the screen but over all pretty sweet rig. Have fun adding all your models! Gets boring after about 5 lol
Hi Jake, I think I'll add models as I plan to fly them, a couple a week, otherwise I'll go mad 😁👍
@@CliffHarveyRCPlanes hehe yea it gets to be monotonous at times. But the duplicate model feature comes in handy if you have planes that require a similar set up
I've been toying about getting one for a while now. I've had a Spektum DX6 G2 since around 2016. In fact its the only 2.4ghz radio I have ever had. Mainly flying on DMS2 with Lemon receivers so it would be interesting to know how the TX16 binds to them if you have any Cliff. Have fun!
Hi Bob, I don't use Lemon but a quick look on here shows a few videos binding to them ok, cheers 👍
SWEET~
Thanks Lawrence
Goooood Lord, Cliff. Turn it on and she starts talking dirty in transmitter language surprised it didnt say, "Well hello, baby, what would you like to fly today? Would you like to fly or do you want to watch?"... This video should be titled, Cliff time travels to 8 year old with eyes rolling like a slot machine, realizing the transmitter blows away expectations. That girls probably got a toaster and tea maker on the back. Googaligoogali, drooling.
I think you can record any message you like for any function as well. My pc thanks me for turning her on every time 😁😯
Always nice to get a new TX Cliff, I am sure you going to have fun 🫡
Fun yes, headaches probably, cheers. It's raining and windy down south but what day is it? ... yea, it's that Friday Feeling! whoopee! 😁👍
@@CliffHarveyRCPlanes Yup raining and hi winds and confusion in the Hangar 🤣. Might have to do a little live as I been trying to get some electronics working all afternoon, had to work this morning. Thought this would be a two second job 🤷🏻♂️