View Full Version : dx7 special edition??!?
Tronix
10-16-2008, 09:31 PM
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPM2731
when did this come out? how do you guys feel about this compared to a 9303? 300 bucks difference between the 2.
Ah Clem
10-16-2008, 09:37 PM
Pretty cool, if you ask me!
george0079
10-16-2008, 09:57 PM
DX7 SE.... No trainer jack
No SIM....
No helping the newbies at the field...
No Thanks.
Why would they remove the trainer function from one of the most popular radio systems on the market? That's just stupid, IMO.
I don't do ALOT of buddy-boxing, but I've done enough. And I spend a fair amount of time on the SIM....
gregkreps
10-16-2008, 10:07 PM
It is cool but 90% of people would not notice the difference. I have both a 9303 and a DX7 and they both "feel" about the same. Any old 7 channel receivers will not work at the new speed and it does not say if the receiver that comes with the radio is capable of the faster speeds. Only the 9 channel receivers from Spectrum or JR currently work at the faster speeds.
The 9303 is WAY more expensive but it is a better radio. It is far easier to program, has two more channels, feels more sturdy and feels far better in my hands.
Anyway, I'm am not knocking the radio. If I were going to buy a 7 channel radio there is no other radio I would buy. The only reason I chimed in is because it was compared to the 9303.
fireup
10-16-2008, 10:16 PM
DX7 SE.... No trainer jack
No SIM....
No helping the newbies at the field...
No Thanks.
Why would they remove the trainer function from one of the most popular radio systems on the market? That's just stupid, IMO.
I don't do ALOT of buddy-boxing, but I've done enough. And I spend a fair amount of time on the SIM....
My guess is because of the higher frame rate 11ms vs 20ms on a standard DX7, it won't be compatible with existing system so it was easier for them to just remove it than to make a converter circuit.
george0079
10-16-2008, 10:35 PM
My guess is because of the higher frame rate 11ms vs 20ms on a standard DX7, it won't be compatible with existing system so it was easier for them to just remove it than to make a converter circuit.
That does make sense... But it's still not right.
So now, if you want to have the speed of this TX, you can't use it for ANYTHING ELSE. Now, you're back to having to have multiple TX's. And, you have to take 2 TX's to the field if you ever do any buddy-boxing.
You won't be selling the DX7 you have now, to help fund the purchase of the new system.
Not a good decision on thier part.
Pinecone
10-16-2008, 11:35 PM
Finless has talked about this radio for a while. It has been in the hands of some sponsored pilots. I don't think the frame rate is faster, just the latency.
It seems to be just a firmware flash, but the 2048 versions will not buddy box with regular radios.
The AR7100 is also 2048, AFAIK. But, it seems that the other 7 ch Rxes can do 2048 with a firmware flash.
Tronix
10-16-2008, 11:40 PM
hm maybe i should retire the dx6i to trainer duty and pick this one up.
sonofcar
10-17-2008, 01:39 AM
i have buddy boxed my 9303 with a normal dx 7.
sonofcar
10-17-2008, 01:39 AM
hm maybe i should retire the dx6i to trainer duty and pick this one up.
DO IT, night and day difference.
Pinecone
10-17-2008, 10:12 AM
i have buddy boxed my 9303 with a normal dx 7.
Yes, that will work. But the SE doesn't buddy box with any other radios. Not sure if anyone tried two 2048 flahsed DX7s though.
But strange that they didn't add 140 degree swash mix.
frogbmth
10-18-2008, 12:16 PM
Wont work with a SIM, no new features, hmmm. Would rather they spent their dev time bringing us the DX9. I cant see many units being sold. No way we can recommend it to anybody that might benefit from SIM time, and thats not many people! Unless like you say, you are a Tx collector :lol:
Pinecone
11-15-2008, 12:31 AM
Basically. But there are a few differences.
Does the dx7se and dx7 share the same case ?
Ah Clem
11-15-2008, 12:50 AM
From the photographs, it appears to be the same case, with a bit different labeling.
Who needs a SIM ?!
its unrealistic peace of *** if you ask me.
gorgin4325
11-21-2008, 12:29 PM
Hi,
Let me get it right...
I have 2 AR7000s in my helis and a DX7 (Damaged trainer feature). So, If I get the new DX7se, I wont feel any difference in speed, right? I heard I have to upgrade to a 9 channel receiver to see any difference, if any. Is that correct?
Also, how does the new DX7se compare to the 9303 ONLY in terms of how fast it transmits the data to the servos and basically speed? Lets assume I use a 9 channel receiver with both.
Thanks, and sorry if my questions sound dumb.
G
Pinecone
11-21-2008, 03:10 PM
Yeap. Unless you buy the right Rxes, there is no difference. Maybe a bit less latency.
But you need the appropriate Rxes to get the 11ms frame rate and the 2048 resolution.
gorgin4325
11-21-2008, 03:28 PM
Thanks, is this the right one? http://www.readyheli.com/JR_R921_9_Channel_DSM2_Receiver_p/jrpr921.htm
Pinecone
11-22-2008, 02:41 AM
The DX7se offers advanced features when used with the following receivers: AR7100, AR7100R, AR9000, AR9100, JR R921, R922, R1221, R1222
From Spektrum site.
gorgin4325
11-25-2008, 10:41 AM
Allright, I've been searching and searching, and here is what I want from a new radio:
At least a 7 point throttle/pitch curve
Supporting 140 CCPM
Higher resolution and faster than the regular DX7 (not just numbers, actual real life performance)
Buddy-box capable
Lets say price is not an issue and that I'm open to other brands...
Thanks
Ah Clem
11-25-2008, 12:16 PM
I think a 12X has eight point pitch curves. I am not sure about the X9303.
gorgin4325
11-25-2008, 12:27 PM
I think a 12X has eight point pitch curves. I am not sure about the X9303.
Yeah, I've been trying to find out about that, but no luck yet. I'll keep on searching. The X9303 has 7. But accrding to a few pilots who have both, its not faster than the normal DX7.
Ah Clem
11-25-2008, 12:40 PM
Gorgin,
I thought, although I cannot remember, that the DX7 was actually faster than the X9303 or the 12X.
The resolution is better on the X9303 and 12X (and DX7SE) with the recievers listed by Pinecone, above.
I think there is a post on here from J KOS regarding latency, that will probably answer your questions.