Code 2.4ghz trans problem

[Chidders]

Advice please all. I purchased a used Code 2.4ghz (with multi data display)

I have x2 receivers, both placed in separate cars. with new battery's !! I had the same problem with both cars, paired with the trans no problem with both receivers but after a couple of races the cars started twitching and both cars had a mind of there own. expensive results.

is it scrap ? trans problem as both receivers cannot be faulty, can they ?
or could I your the receivers on my other basic code (without screen) trans I have ?

Thoughts ? Thanks in advance Rob

[Cardnim]

Hey chum, sorry to hear about probs.
This is exactly why I gave up on the Core/Etronix trannys and converted to a KO system. The Core and Etronix look good value but come with some problems.

However, Im sure you can sort this out - this is what helped when I had the same problem you are describing.
I simply went through the BIND procedure again and all was well (for a while)

The problem is caused by how Core/Etronix use the 2.4 spectrum.
I cant work out why, but unlike other manufacturers, the other radios dont seem to see the Core/Etronix on a particular portion of the spectrum and then they bind/jump into it. Once this happens you are losing a portion of the 2.4Ghz signal.
Not normally a problem for our RC radio systems as they have many other portions to grab signal from at that point in time.
However (again, not sure why) but the Core/Etronix really suffers when this happens and starts to "glitch".

The new FHSS (blue) receivers are supposed to sort this out, but Ive read that it only partially helps as it still isnt using true FHSS.

Anyways, re-bind when this happens and you should be fine.
P.S. bind after otehr racers have switched on so you have more of a chance of grabbing someempty space on the 2.4ghz spectrum.

[gainsy]

Check the tranny voltage as well as they really dont like it when the batteries get low

[Jamesk]

I had the old Etronix system and as soon as the tranny voltage dropped under 11 volts it would loose signal. I've taken a gamble on the new system and it seems more reliable so far. But I wish I'd gone for the Futaba 3gr, I can't get on with a sterring wheel otherwise I'd go for the spectrum unit.

jK

[Chidders]

Thanks for your input. One more try then bin !!

[Cardnim]

Thanks for your input. One more try then bin !!

EDIT = "One more try then eBay"! :woot:
Plenty of people still use this system and Im sure would look for spares/repairs so might as well get something for it mate. Good luck! :thumbsup:

[Chidders]

EDIT = "One more try then eBay"! :woot:
Plenty of people still use this system and Im sure would look for spares/repairs so might as well get something for it mate. Good luck! :thumbsup:

Good shout Cardnim !! Thanks again.

[kaszal]

Check the tranny voltage as well as they really dont like it when the batteries get low

I changed to Lipo batteries in my transmitter and is doesn't fall below 12v

More details here...

http://www.oople.com/forums/showpost.php?p=664308&postcount=13

[jono222]

I had this problem and I thought it was scrap too.

I took in apart and found the plastic piece that pushes on the spring to return was cracked. Therefore not quite retunring to the centre hence the erratic steering.

Take it apart and check the movement of each stick.

I just injected some super glue in there and sorted it.

I'm looking at making some alloy one to try and solve this issue.