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#81 (permalink) | |
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Join Date: Apr 2009
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however ... i put 2 diodes in series ... lowered the voltage about 0.8v to tx (actual output to tx after the diodes) and re-calibrated the dx7 voltage reading via service menu to about 1.2v .lower than actual battery reading (plugged in my batt checker at the balance plugs while tx is ON and batt plugged into tx) i then set the low voltage warning to 10v (this is the max the dx7 allows me to set) so ...... actualy MAX voltage to tx will be 12.6-0.8 = 11.8v at MAX batt voltage ... tx reading will show 11.4v when batt alarm goes off in the tx when reading is below 10v ... tx is still getting 10.4v from the lipo ... batt will be at around 11.1-11.2v (which is just nice to recharge the lipo) i put back around 1800ma into the lipo ![]() so far i have not faced any problems ... tx is cool .. lipo is cool ... no fires here lasts me more than 3 weeks b4 i recharge again unlike the stock batt which gets me about 1 week+ b4 the alarm goes off |
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#82 (permalink) |
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Join Date: Mar 2008
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![]() Nice work around i like it. if i am thinking right the reduction in voltage should cause the radio to draw a bit more current but all in all the wattage should be the same right?
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#84 (permalink) |
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Join Date: Dec 2007
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![]() Hi there, lets see, so if you don't fully charge the lipo, it will be safe to use in DX 7 without modifications?....thank you...i guess this one will do?
http://www.espritmodel.com/index.asp...D&ProdID=12032 |
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#85 (permalink) |
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![]() Strange thinking..totally wrong .. voltage goes down, current goes down , wattage goes down
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#86 (permalink) |
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Join Date: Jan 2010
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![]() I'm using a Hyperion LIFE 3s 2100mAh (part# 9HP-FG305-2100-3S) and it lasts a LONG time.
I put some Dean connectors and it fits snug but well |
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#87 (permalink) |
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Join Date: Sep 2011
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![]() I know - an ancient thread. But I looked around a bit and didn't see a more appropriate place to put this, so...
I have a basic un-modded DX7 except that I raised the voltage alarm point to 10.0v. I picked up a 11.1v/2600mAH LiPo for it with the proper connector. Before installing it I asked HH/Spektrum their official position on this idea and they said this: "The tx will work fine for awhile, then you WILL crash. For sure. And you or someone else may be hurt. We say don't do it." yikes. I realize there are liability issues, but from a 'will-it-fry-the-radio' standpoint...is it true? Will it fry the radio? And if the answer is "yes" or "likely" or even "possibly", can I perform a mod [without the skills of an electrical engineer] that'll protect my transmitter? Thanks! |
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#88 (permalink) |
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![]() Hmm, i am using a Rhino Transmitter Pack, it is a 2620, 3s Lipo. It had the connector to connect it directly to the dx7 when i bought it.
Been using it for 2 years now, i didnt do anything to my dx7 whatsoever and i didnt have any problems at all, no crashes, no lost conns, nothing. hope links work, this is the thing on hk. http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...idProduct=7346
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#89 (permalink) |
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Join Date: Sep 2011
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![]() Right. I bought essentially the same thing, and it too has the necessary/tiny connector. I realize that just because somebody sells it -- and that it even has the appropriate connector -- does not automatically make it acceptable/safe/smart. But if hordes of people are using it without issue...well...it would be reassuring to know that.
OR... If indeed it CANNOT be described as acceptable/safe/smart...if there is a [u]simple[u/] alteration that basically guarantees it'll be safe I'd like to learn it. |
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#90 (permalink) |
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Join Date: Apr 2004
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![]() Well I still make Ions to fit and work with no issues, drop in and fly. Perfect fit.
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#91 (permalink) |
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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![]() When doing this mod to your DX7 how do you recharge the battery? Do you have to disconect it from the TX? Will you loose your settings in the TX if diconected?
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#92 (permalink) |
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Join Date: Jun 2008
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![]() Yes you will probably need to remove it from the radio to charge unless it has a separate lead. You will not lose your programming by unplugging the battery.
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#93 (permalink) |
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Join Date: Aug 2007
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![]() If you are really smart you will charge your lipo by the balance lead. It is really easy and you can leave the battery in the radio. If you are unsure how to use your normal charger for this method it is pretty simple. You will need a balance lead extension. The large positive and negative leads are placed one on each end of your balance socket. Some chargers are already connected in this manner. I think HK sells the leads already made up. I have used this method for about 3 years and have no problems. I have charged up to 6 amps using the balance leads. Hope this helps.
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#94 (permalink) |
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Join Date: Jun 2009
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![]() Been using a lipo mod on my dx7 for over 5yrs and have no issues other then almost never charging my transmitter. I have to only charge it once or twice a season! The battery life is over 16 hours with the dimension engineering regulator and Turnigy 2650mAh 3S 1C Lipoly Tx Pack (Futaba/JR) pack. This lipo has such a low self discharge rate that after 4 months of use it has only dropped .1v. I now use my dx7 as a wireless trainer with my dx9 and charge only once a year. I charge it with the balance lead. It runs safe cool and efficient!
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