The ability to place a module in the module slot in the back of the radios (be sure to choose the correct pin type) that allows use of what protocol a person is looking to use is a nice feature to have. That begins to eliminate the need to own multiple brand or protocol radios to continue using the receivers in various RC aircraft owned.
The advantage for me using FrSky receivers (especially the X-series) with my FrSky radio was the overall cost and value, as well as the features. Depending on the receiver chosen, the ability to have built in telemetry (signal strength and RX voltage), a smart port for telemetry sensors (GPS, Current, RPM’’’s, LiPo voltage, etc.) that can be daisy chained together, as well as an S-BUS port is great. The receivers and telemetry sensors are realtively inexpensive for their capability, and the radios having 16 channels (or 32 shall someone need it) will satisfy my RC needs not only now, but well into the future.
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I just Googled it and found some information dating back to 2016 on the FliteTest forum. Apparently, you can get this module from HobbyKing (and I presume MotionRC will also sell it once they start selling the FrSky product) ........................... https://hobbyking.com/en_us/orangerx...___store=en_us
Or you can build something to make it work ....................... http://forum.flitetest.com/showthrea...n-your-Taranis
Not sure how well it would work since a couple people indicated that it would still be better to get the FrSky RXs if you are getting the Taranis TX. Why they said that, I don't know. However, I'm not just getting into this hobby and after shelling out thousands already for all my Spektrum RXs, I'm not about to spend more thousands to replace them.Leave a comment:
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Will this product work with Spektrum receivers? I don't think I'd be inclined to replace 60+ receivers.Leave a comment:
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So happy as well to have another US vendor for FrSky!
Looking forward to the Horus X10. I've had the Taranis X9D+ for almost 3 years now and there's no going back. ZERO reception issues - use to fly Spek. Using the simple and economical voltage meter sensor using included telemetry is about the bee's knee's of flying electrics. No more taking off with empty flight packs, or out-flying your timer. No matter how hard or easy you fly your models you can always know how much "gas" is in the tank. And this is only one of many telemetry sensors that can be used. And economical I'll repeat. Who doesn't like a full-range 8-ch receiver (with telemetry) for $30-35???Leave a comment:
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I've been using the Frsky Taranis X9D Plus for years. I love the fact that you can program anything you can imagine pretty much. You can program custom curves, logical functions, etc. The sensors are awesome too. My standard setup includes the FLVSS which shows a visual indication of LiPo voltage for each cell along with the X8R receiver. I usually have the RPM and temp sensor installed on any unfamiliar aircraft. I have alerts for low cell and low RSSI as well as a flight timer and a total time on airframe timer. My sounds are a mix of the factory sounds and a custom pack. I am sure that I could not go back to another radio now. Once you get your head around the programming you will not want to go back.
Personally I have flown Futaba, JR, Spektrum and Hitec radios. I think the Frsky Taranis is the best I've owned. And I flew JR for a long time.
MRC if you are listening please carry the FLVSS and temperature/rpm sensors.Leave a comment:
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FrSky Products Coming to MotionRC
Well............, it’s about time LOL:Cool:. I’m happy to see this. I’ve been using FrSky products for quite some time now with good success. People at the field ask about them constantly. The flexibility the products have provided has been fantastic, and the value is great for the features included. I tried out their Taranis X9D originally, enjoyed it, and purchased the upgraded version called the Plus of their X9D. Now I’m using FrSky’s Horus X12S, and will also be owning the Horus X10S.
There are aspects of FrSky’s radios and accessory operations, programming, etc. that will require some attention to detail, an open mind, and patience. It was well worth the effort for me to learn. I’ve used the out of the box firmware, as well as open source called OpenTX, and try to stay up to date with any changes that occur over time.
There are many radios in their line-up that will likely suffice at the budget, features, and style a person is looking for. It’s difficult to beat a telemetry capable receiver like their X8R (and variations), that can daisy chain telemetry sensors easily via smart port in the receiver, provide RSSI (link/signal strength), provide receiver voltage telemetry, include 8 channels or 16 if binding two together appropriately, has S-BUS capability to provide added channels, relatively light, etc., all at roughly $30-35 a piece. FrSky has started releasing receivers with stabilization built in as well, which is nice to have. Newly added is also Reducancy Bus in case a person feels more comfortable with redundancy in situations such as on a complex, expensive, and/or large aircraft. Even what’s considered to be a budget option radio, the Taranis, has 16 channel capability (or even 32 if need be by specific means), which is likely more channels than most would or may ever need.
I’m looking forward to MotionRC receiving stock of FrSky’s product line as it provides customers with more options, and another vendor to purchase equipment. Having more options is nice.
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