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Savy92
02-23-2012, 12:26 PM
So i am deciding if i am going to sell my bl mcpx and dx6i and get a mini cp with a devo 8s or 6s. I have read nothing, but positive about it. i am also looking at getting the devo 8s in case i do go to a nitro bird. Do you think this is a smart decision? what parts are interchangeable between the mcp and genius. and where can i find the best batteries and price for it? and lastly i already fly a bl mcpx is it worth paying the extra for WOWs brushless version. i have heard this is a completely different bird compared to the other mini flybarless helis
heli ed1
02-23-2012, 12:37 PM
Go for it its the best micro ever made:thumbup:
The devo 8S and Mini CP killer combo.
The lipos i use are the upgrade walkera mini cp lipos.
First try it without doing any mods you will be impressed of the little bird.
Grtz Ed
Savy92
02-23-2012, 12:53 PM
http://helircstore.com/shop/index.php?route=product/product&path=59_74&product_id=549
i am planning on purchasing this one if you don't suggest getting wows brushless setup because that site includes a flybarless receiver which would be perfect for my flybarless gaui 425 build.
where did you get the batteries from? i don't see any on WOWs site. and is there a parallel charger for walkeras?
heli ed1
02-23-2012, 01:00 PM
This is one of the shops i buy my heli stuff from.
The lipos.http://www.rc711.com/shop/37v-350mah-lipo-battery-for-walkera-genius-cp-upgrade-version-p-5945.html?cPath=166_60_288
The combo. http://www.rc711.com/shop/24g-walkera-mini-cp-flybarless-micro-helicopter-rtf-version-with-devo8s-tx-p-5870.html?cPath=165_122_292_294
Grtz Ed
Savy92
02-23-2012, 01:06 PM
how fast is their shipping
Savy92
02-23-2012, 01:42 PM
how well do the servos hold up as well? i know the genius servos had problems
heli ed1
02-23-2012, 02:20 PM
Its a Micro Servo dont play stock car With it.
But they hold well.
The guys at RC711 are great in service.
Sometimes they ship the next day.
It arrives in belgium within 3 days:clap
This is my experience with RC711
Grtz Ed
MilitaryMachinist
02-23-2012, 03:50 PM
If you want I already ordered a Mini CP with a Devo 12S. I can do a review for you guys once it arrives in the next week or so (tracking shows it in Shanghai at the moment). I have a MCPX with Spektrum TX. I would gladly note the differences and which one is a better heli! Just give me a little time and I will give you guys the heads up.
Savy92
02-23-2012, 04:49 PM
I am in United states and the cheapest shipping was $70!:wow2:
the guy US has the devo 8s with mini cp and extra receiver for 15 more and 15 shipping
If you want I already ordered a Mini CP with a Devo 12S. I can do a review for you guys once it arrives in the next week or so (tracking shows it in Shanghai at the moment). I have a MCPX with Spektrum TX. I would gladly note the differences and which one is a better heli! Just give me a little time and I will give you guys the heads up.
I also fly both these combos - looking forward to your thoughts! :popcorn
Savy92
02-23-2012, 06:26 PM
Decision made ordered the mini cp here
http://helircstore.com/shop/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=549
5488fletcher
02-23-2012, 06:31 PM
Are you sure thats a flybarless receiver , it looks like a standard receiver ?
bytemuncher
02-23-2012, 06:45 PM
Decision made ordered the mini cp here
http://helircstore.com/shop/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=549
Nice purchase, congrats!
I bet you could sell that extra rx for some $ if you don't end up using it. I'm assuming it's FBL, can't imagine they would make a flybar devo rx.
Savy92
02-23-2012, 09:05 PM
if it isn't fbl i still need a receiver for my gaui 425. and i have a blade 400 on the way that i will either sell for a 400d02.
MilitaryMachinist
02-23-2012, 09:34 PM
The RX802 is the flybarless system RX and the new one. The RX801 (that you got in your combo) is not flybarless. But it is still an 8ch rx so it can easily be used with a beastx module for flybarless flight.
The RX802 is the flybarless system RX and the new one. The RX801 (that you got in your combo) is not flybarless. But it is still an 8ch rx so it can easily be used with a beastx module for flybarless flight.
interesting ... how do you program the RX802 ?
I'd be keen to try it on my 450 if I could find the manual and software etc
Savy92
02-24-2012, 12:35 AM
I would also like to know how the rx802 works
otherwise its this
http://www.wowhobbies.com/hm-v450d01-z-17receiverrx2702vforwalkera4v450d01-2.aspx
which price of rx802 is much better
heli ed1
02-24-2012, 01:28 AM
The RX802 is the flybarless system RX and the new one. The RX801 (that you got in your combo) is not flybarless. But it is still an 8ch rx so it can easily be used with a beastx module for flybarless flight.
Can you explain what the difference is between the 801 and 802.
Never heard about a flybarless receiver the only difference between the 801 and 802 are switheballe frame rates and longer antenna leads.
Grtz Ed
MilitaryMachinist
02-24-2012, 10:36 AM
Can you explain what the difference is between the 801 and 802.
Never heard about a flybarless receiver the only difference between the 801 and 802 are switheballe frame rates and longer antenna leads.
Grtz Ed
The 802 on walkeras page is listed as a flybarless system. If you go to Walkera.com and look up the 802 it says in huge print on the top of the photo "Flybarless System" but they don't even have anything on the RX 801 anymore. They don't have a manual for either one on their website :face. They really are not very good at communication at walkera....
Heli-opolis
02-24-2012, 11:36 AM
It seems their engineering and manufacturing capabilities outstrip their English documenting ability.
If one reads Chinese though, there is a lot more available that is also more detailed.
Generating English translations for many Asian companies is not an easy task, unfortunately.
heli ed1
02-24-2012, 12:47 PM
This is not a flybarless system,the RX802 is only a receiver.
I think they are lost in translasion:face
Grtz Ed
MilitaryMachinist
02-24-2012, 01:01 PM
lol that wouldn't surprise me at all. They seem to get tangled in translation a lot. Like how the V120D02S says its only for the best professional 3d pilots, but then says its made out of durable materials so even the beginner can enjoy it without worries :P
Heli-opolis
02-24-2012, 01:56 PM
Learn Chinese, their native language documentation is much better. ;-)
MilitaryMachinist
02-24-2012, 04:08 PM
nope, I suck at english, i would rather not slaughter another language lol.
Heli-opolis
02-24-2012, 05:14 PM
I'd volunteer to translate for them, gratis, but at the rate they come out with new products needing new documentation, no way I could keep up.
Oh well, I never read a destruction manual that was worth much anyway, no matter who wrote it.
Besides, real men don't read manuals. :peace