Airtronics RDS8000 FHSS 2.4Ghz Radio

Airtronics has been around a long time.  They are definitely one of the pioneers in the RC industry.  They have finally entered the 2.4Ghz revolution with their 8 channel entry level radio.  Read all about it here.

$229.99 for radio & receiver.

The RDS8000 is a full-featured 8-channel system, packed with capabilities for all types of aircraft. A top-quality digital radio, the RDS8000 is noted for its ease-of-operation and programming. Helicopter, fixed wing aircraft and sailplane pilots will all benefit when using the standard features of the RDS8000. 

Whether flying a basic model or one that requires advanced features, the RDS8000 can do it all! One of the key features of the RDS8000 is the ability to use both basic or advanced program menu. 

The RDS8000 makes programming easier by allowing you to turn off any programming screen not required. Because it uses Airtronics’ FHSS 2.4GHz communications technology you never have to worry about an ‘open frequency’. Fly any time with confidence.

The new 92824 8ch 2.4 GHz Receiver is a perfect match for the RDS8000 transmitter. Once binding is complete, it is almost impossible to interrupt the communication between them.
Does not include servos or receiver battery.

Basic Features

• Model Type selection
• 10 Model Memory
• Data Reset
• Stop Watch
• Digital Trims
• Servo Reversing on all channels
• LCD Transmitter Voltage Meter
• High Capacity Transmitter NiCds
• Adjustable Stick Tension and Length
• Dual Rate on Elevator and Aileron channels (Plus Rudder on Helicopter)
• Center Adjustment on all channels
• Large Screen Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
• End Point Adjustment on all channels 
   

Advanced Aircraft Features

• Exponential
• Aileron Differential
• Trim Memory
• Landing Differential
• Trim Authority (STEP) for digital trim
• Crow
• Model Naming (3 Letters)
• Dual Rate Alarm
• Failsafe / Hold
• Menu Options
• Receiver Battery Failsafe
• Flap to Elevator Mix
• Low Battery Alarm
• Throttle to Elevator Mix
• Integral System Timer
• Rudder to Aileron Mix
• Data Copy
• Aileron to Rudder Mix
• Flaperon Mix
• Rudder to Elevator Mix
• Spoilron Mix
• Elevator to Flap Mix
• Elevon Mix
• Switch Reversing
• V-Tail Mix
• 2 Compensation Mixers
• Throttle Cut
• 4 Modulation Modes
• Click
• Delta Mix
• Dual Elevator Mix

[ See Review by Ken Issac ]