DX7 Add a LED light & Relocate Neck Strap Mod - Page 3

Sonic_BOOMER_SOONER · 07-01-2009, 03:26 AM

Is someone going to step up and share how they did an elegant back lighting mod or what?

FlightAddict · 12-10-2009, 01:36 AM

still waiting...

wizzinbya · 01-30-2010, 01:50 PM

I found a site where you can get the kit if you are interested...I have been searching for months trying to find a source for the kit. Here it is: http://www.dfxhobbies.com/spektrum-s...ght-p-146.html

I have one ordered and can't wait for it to show up next week. I have emailed the person and instructions are included with the kit. I did not ask him for a copy before I got the kit. It seems like there is a hush hush attitude regarding this kit and I don't know why.

I hope this helps someone. John

dwhitney · 03-07-2010, 03:33 AM

Really cool mod and nice detail on the pics. I think I would've put the LED where you drilled the hole though, just personal preference. I saw a video on youtube where a guy had hooked up the LED to the binding process, similar to the cheapo TX's that come with the micros. That would be something I'd be interested in doing, any idea where it needs to be soldered on the board for that?

JimDeadly · 03-07-2010, 06:32 AM

Here's a very nice detailed link with pictures and even parts supply links:

http://www.rcha-uk.com/lets-talk/let...light-mod.html

dwhitney · 03-07-2010, 02:56 PM

Very nice, Thanks JimDeadly!

lovespicyfood · 05-21-2010, 02:07 AM

Nice mod, thanks for sharing!

I used the exact same LED you used and I gotta say, it is BRIGHT...perhaps too BRIGHT! It literally shines a "spotlight" in your eye if it's pointing in that direction. I just finished this mod, so we'll see how it goes flying in the "real world".

I might put a dimmer LED in...

If only I could find my neck strap, I'd give that a try too!

backburner1955 · 05-24-2010, 04:46 PM

I found this link for the Backlight mod.

http://www.aprohobbies.com/transmitt...ight-c-31.html

Hover_X · 05-29-2010, 10:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrlederer

is this (re: DX7 backlighting mod) just a pipe dream or isn't anyone going to finally explain HOW they were able to accomplish this feat? It seems nonsensical that people take the time to post that they have done it, but then remain silent whenever asked for details. What's the point of sharing then? Just to show off, I suppose...congratulations.

Thanks for listening.

--jonathan

I found the same thing; there were no details on how to do the mod so I took it upon myself to do a bit of experimenting and accomplished the mod on my DX7. I wrote up some very detailed instructions and for a small price they are available on my site (see signature below) if you are interested.

Happy hovering!

kdsalas · 08-18-2010, 09:41 PM

Thank You SB for the Info

Today I make mine I post some video of my work

but I need to be careful because the LED is to bright if I pointed directly to my eyes, but I will not fly at night I believe that will be no problem otherwise I frosted w/ sandpaper and painted with a blue sharpie is better now to my eyes.

YouTube

KS

SteveK · 09-24-2010, 04:18 PM

Put the LED on my DX7 today and sadly, it doesn't light. Was careful to follow the polarity but no blue light. Nice little clear bump on the top of the TX case for a conversation piece.

Changed the wires around where I soldered onto the board and now it works fine. Was positive that I had followed the polarity but obviously not.

DarkTherapy · 09-27-2010, 12:31 PM

As this is a DX7 mod thread I thought i'd share this with you, Its a small circuit i made that starts the countdown timer when you flick into idle up (I always forget to start it manually).

I am working on a version 2 that pauses and restarts the timer when using TH. For more info you can PM me.

1004ron · 11-15-2010, 07:21 AM

My problem is similar to what a few others have posted, and that is the buzzer on my DX7 is just not loud enough and I go too long on my battery packs (time flies when you're having fun).
I was thinking of getting the small vibration device out of an old cell phone and connecting that to the buzzer - any electronics experts that can comment and hopefully offer a "how to" ?

In addition, I need to PM "DarkTherapy" for info on how to trigger the count down timer - I'm still flying in "normal" mode, but when carrying the heli to the launch area I have TH on, so could trigger the timer when I switch back to "normal" mode.

05RAVEN · 03-20-2011, 02:20 AM

Finally added an LED to mine. I'm using a UV led, the pic makes it look blue but it's more purple. Thanks SB for posting the tutorial.

12-10-2009, 01:36 AM	#42
FlightAddict Registered Users Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Diego	dx7 backlight mod still waiting...

01-30-2010, 01:50 PM	#43
wizzinbya Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Door County, WI	DX7 Back Light Mod I found a site where you can get the kit if you are interested...I have been searching for months trying to find a source for the kit. Here it is: http://www.dfxhobbies.com/spektrum-s...ght-p-146.html I have one ordered and can't wait for it to show up next week. I have emailed the person and instructions are included with the kit. I did not ask him for a copy before I got the kit. It seems like there is a hush hush attitude regarding this kit and I don't know why. I hope this helps someone. John

03-07-2010, 06:32 AM	#45
JimDeadly Registered Users Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Jacksonville, Florida	Here's a very nice detailed link with pictures and even parts supply links: http://www.rcha-uk.com/lets-talk/let...light-mod.html __________________ Blade CX2 Exi 450ZL Exi 500 CF Exi 500 CF (yes 2) Logo 400 Exi 250 Blade MSR $2k+ of lipo's FPV Tricopter and FPV Dynam Hawk Sky w/ modded DX7

05-24-2010, 04:46 PM	#48
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09-24-2010, 04:18 PM	#51
SteveK Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: IN	Put the LED on my DX7 today and sadly, it doesn't light. Was careful to follow the polarity but no blue light. Nice little clear bump on the top of the TX case for a conversation piece. Changed the wires around where I soldered onto the board and now it works fine. Was positive that I had followed the polarity but obviously not. Last edited by SteveK; 09-24-2010 at 05:20 PM..

07-01-2009, 03:26 AM	#41
Sonic_BOOMER_SOONER Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Richardson, Texas	Is someone going to step up and share how they did an elegant back lighting mod or what?

03-07-2010, 03:33 AM	#44
dwhitney Registered Users Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Nevada	Really cool mod and nice detail on the pics. I think I would've put the LED where you drilled the hole though, just personal preference. I saw a video on youtube where a guy had hooked up the LED to the binding process, similar to the cheapo TX's that come with the micros. That would be something I'd be interested in doing, any idea where it needs to be soldered on the board for that?

03-07-2010, 02:56 PM	#46
dwhitney Registered Users Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Nevada	Very nice, Thanks JimDeadly!

05-21-2010, 02:07 AM	#47
lovespicyfood Registered Users Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Westlake Village, CA	Nice mod, thanks for sharing! I used the exact same LED you used and I gotta say, it is BRIGHT...perhaps too BRIGHT! It literally shines a "spotlight" in your eye if it's pointing in that direction. I just finished this mod, so we'll see how it goes flying in the "real world". I might put a dimmer LED in... If only I could find my neck strap, I'd give that a try too!

09-27-2010, 12:31 PM	#52
DarkTherapy Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: UK	As this is a DX7 mod thread I thought i'd share this with you, Its a small circuit i made that starts the countdown timer when you flick into idle up (I always forget to start it manually). I am working on a version 2 that pauses and restarts the timer when using TH. For more info you can PM me.

11-15-2010, 07:21 AM	#53
1004ron Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Louisville, KY	My problem is similar to what a few others have posted, and that is the buzzer on my DX7 is just not loud enough and I go too long on my battery packs (time flies when you're having fun). I was thinking of getting the small vibration device out of an old cell phone and connecting that to the buzzer - any electronics experts that can comment and hopefully offer a "how to" ? In addition, I need to PM "DarkTherapy" for info on how to trigger the count down timer - I'm still flying in "normal" mode, but when carrying the heli to the launch area I have TH on, so could trigger the timer when I switch back to "normal" mode. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. SAB Goblin 700 - CCHV120 - BEC Pro - AR7200BX - TM1000 / T-Rex 450 Sport - 3GX - Tarot head / 450 Pro - GT5 - Tarot head / T-Rex 550 V2.1 - CC100 - BEC Pro - AR7200BX - TM1000 /

03-20-2011, 02:20 AM	#54
05RAVEN Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: San Diego	Finally added an LED to mine. I'm using a UV led, the pic makes it look blue but it's more purple. Thanks SB for posting the tutorial. __________________ T-Rex 500ESP- To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. BeastX, Radix blades, Scorpion 1600kv T-Rex 450 Pro- DFC head, AR7200BX, Radix blades, *SPEKTRUM* DX8

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