2.4GHz Radios

Introduction

Regretfully we have suspended the excellent Spektrum from our product range due to poor poor availability from manufacturers resulting in disappointed customers!

We are pleased to announce the latest 2.4GHz radio sets from Futaba are now available from Technobots.

Futaba 6EX 2.4GHz SS with Servos - Part No: 3000-240
6-Channel 2.4GHz System complete with NiCd transmitter and receiver batteries, dual charger, 4 x S3003 servos, receiver battery switch harness, servo tray and accessories.

The simplest and most advanced 6-channel system available.
The original was a revelation of affordability, proven performance and programming ease, created to ease the transition from 4-channel sport systems into 6-channel computer systems. Today's system offers the original's appeal, 6EXAS and 6EXH enhancements and the revolutionary, interference-free performance of the 2.4GHz FASST System.

The new 6EXP has been selected as Futaba’s first 2.4GHz aircraft/ helicopter system, and utilises the highly advanced FASST (Futaba Advanced Spread Spectrum Technology) system to give the ultimate in performance and control. Allowing switch on and go operation, and with amazing interference rejection, this set will become the standard by which all others are measured.

With this set there will be no more waiting for a frequency to become clear, and fellow fliers cannot accidentally shoot you down by mistakenly switching their set on when it is on the same frequency as you, significantly increasing safety and allowing more flying time at popular flying sites. With the operating frequency changing every two milliseconds, the 2.4GHz FASST system is virtually invulnerable to interference, unlike other less advanced systems that operate on one or two fixed frequencies.

Dual antenna diversity selects the best signal from the two receiver aerials, so there is a solid RF link, no matter what the attitude of the model.

The tiny R606FS receiver weights only 9.8g (7g without case), but is a full range receiver that works every bit as well in normal or giant scale models, allowing simple swaps between models. Unlike other systems, there is no separate aerial module that has to be installed, increasing weight and taking up more space.

Other features include Pre-Vision Packet Screening Technology that scans the incoming data, and applies sophisticated error correction techniques as well as the Easy Link system which incorporates a unique ID code in the transmitter, which, when linked with the R606FS receiver, ensures that only this particular receiver will accept commands from its ‘paired’ transmitter.

Standard Programming Functions :

Model Select - six model memory.
Model Type - select airplane or heli programming in one transmitter.
Servo Reversing - on all six channels.
Dual Rate/Exponential - for ailerons, elevator and rudder.
End Point Adjustment - fine-tunes servo throws on all six channels.
Digital Trim - stores trim settings for each model for aileron, elevator, rudder and throttle.
Fail Safe - a safety throttle setting in case of loss of transmitter signal.
Battery Fail Safe - moves the throttle to a preset position when the airborne pack reaches 3.8V.
Stick Mode - choose from Mode 1 through 4.
Range Checking - Power Down reduces transmitter output power for up to one minute, allowing range checking from 50 paces away.
Changeable Throttle Stick - select ratchet for airplanes or smooth for helis.
Adjustable Stick Length - choose the length that suits your flying style.

Airplane-Specific Programming Functions:

Wing Mixing - for flaperon, flap trim, V-tail and elevon.
Trainer System - with the transmitter as either the master or student system. Compatible with other Futaba systems.
Throttle Cut - pre-programmed for safely shutting off the engine.
Programmable Mixing (1 & 2) - two different mixes allow any two channels to be combined.

Helicopter-Specific Programming Functions:

5-Point Normal and Idle Up Throttle/Pitch Curves.
Throttle Hold - for autorotation.
Revo (Revolution Mixing) - mixes rudder and pitch together.
Gyro Mixing - two gyro gain settings can be programmed and selected during flight.
Swash to Throttle Mixing - corrects slowing of the engine's speed caused by the swashplate.
Swashplate Types - choose from 1S (independent aileron, pitch and elevator servos linked to the swashplate), 3S (120° CCPM), or 3E (90° CCPM).
Swash AFR - Adjustable Function Rate, for use with 1S, 3S or 3E swash types.

The heart of the FASST system is the R606FS receiver: there's no other 2.4GHz receiver like it!

Size and weight - The R606FS measures 1.64 x 1.08 x 0.36 inches and weighs just 7 grams without the case...perfect for park flyers, but powerful enough to easily control giant-scale models too. It's the best of both worlds!
Full-range capability - The competition's full-range system includes a bigger, two-piece receiver; a smaller park flyer receiver must be purchased separately. The compact R606FS unit offers "all-in-one" convenience!
Antenna stress relief - Unlike other receivers, the R606FS uses rubber grommets to minimize stress on the antennas. This helps prevent the antenna wire from fraying, and possibly putting your model at risk.
Installation ease - The single R606FS unit can be installed without making any modifications. The competitor's 2.4GHz system requires that their two receivers be mounted in separate locations.
Number of connections - The competition's two receivers mean two additional connection points, doubling the potential for a problem.