Here's some good news for people with a Turnigy 9X radio that are still using the default FlySky module.
HobbyKing has released a Spektrum DSM2/DSMX compatible module. It has a working failsafe mode (the absence of which is a much-discussed topic), supports the popular ParkZone ARFS such as the Champ and Night Vapor, and uses the popular "Orange" line of DSM2 and DSMX receivers.
I've got mine on order and started a writeup here:
http://eastbay-rc.blogspot.com/2012/10/dsm2dsmx-jr-module.html
For some reason it's not showing a buddy code, but when/if it does I'll post that as well.
Comment by Tilman Baumann on October 30, 2012 at 3:47am I wonder if it also supports DSM(?) on the PPM pin side of things. For all the cool stuff that alternative tx9 firmwares support. Like model match.
Reference:
http://9xforums.com/wiki/index.php/How_to_modify_your_9x_to_the_DSM...
Comment by OG on October 30, 2012 at 4:44am THIS IS A KNOCK OFF MODULE! Fail safe probably will not work for you .I have the original JR module fail safe only works with specific receivers, non of my cheep orange receivers work with fail safe. The price is nice I payed $100 for original horizon hobby JR module & compatible DSM DSMX 9 channel receivers with fail safe.
Comment by Drone Savant on November 18, 2012 at 6:44am Be careful with this module, there are now reports of Channel 2 dropping out (possibly a problem with frame rate)
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Notice to customers 17-Nov-2010: We are aware of a possible problem on channel 2 when used with some radios. We have confirmed this is a compatibility issue and not a fault with the product. Our engineers are currently working to resolve this issue. We will update this space with more information as it becomes available and we are working tirelessly to ensure a positive outcome for our loyal customers. We appreciate your patience and understanding while this issue is being resolved.UPDATE 17-11-2012: Incompatibility has been pinpointed to 9X radios only and 9X radios with modified software. We will have more information and a solution before the 24-11-2012 and be offering a replacement/refund solution once we have the exact details of the issue.
Watch this space.
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Lots of comments centered around the 22ms rate..
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