Which radio controller?

Scott Plunkett March 30, 2010 at 6:17am

On the controller, just don't go cheap like the HobbyKing or anything crazy like that..it is a good controller for certain situations (like the Blimpduino), but this is not it. You will want a good 6 channel Tx/Rx combo (some are not interoperable even among brands.) Units from the big brands like Futaba, JR, Spektrum, Hitec etc. will usually have decent support, although you should keep an eye out for the frequency range of the transmitter, and even for discontinued models.

And ABSOLUTELY a computer literate guy with a little programming knowledge can handle the Ardupilot - in fact you may actually find it sharpens your skills!! Besides, what fun is it playing in the shallow water?? - You have this entire community here to help sort things out...and they WILL be here to help!

Luke Smith March 30, 2010 at 5:08am

Yes, you should get a better what means also more expensive radio controller. But if you're going to get something like Futaba 7 channel Radio controller, it costs 350$ if I remember right, but if you have money, it's okay then. But if you do not have money, Futaba 6 channel Radio controller is good enough too. Most have 6 or 7 channel now days, so it's okay to get a better if you're going to take this more seriously.

Daniel Nugent March 24, 2010 at 9:13pm

I would go with a more advanced controller if you are using the whole autopilot system just because advanced controllers give you safer control. But you also have to think about if your going to want to continue(I'm assume this might? Be your first plane) flying planes or if this is just a test drive. I think it really depends on how serious you want to take this. If you are going to take it seriously, then go ahead and buy a nice controller. Like a nice futaba.

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