Sunday, December 6, 2020

I'm Still Around

Wre We Today

Paisley, Ontario

Yes, I am still around, of course you know that, because you follow Patsy’s posts faithfully. We certainly have had quite the year, quarantine when we came home, covid-19 ever since and now staying here for the winter. Everyone has their opinion on what is right, what isn’t, wear a mask, don’t wear a mask, don’t go out or go out. This post is not about any of that. Each one of us has to determine what is right for oneself and respect each other for that decision, that’s all I’m going to say about it.

This post is hobby related; it has to do with me expanding my knowledge of new products that I want to install in the 15 ft. Telemaster. My RC buddies, know that I am a basic nothing fancy flyer, so I am really stepping out of comfort zone with these new products.


15 Ft. Telemaster by Carolina Custom Kits
15 Ft Telemaster


The first one is a new Spektrum iX 12 intelligent radio (Android Operation) that I bought for myself back in September.

Spektrum iX12 Radio

Secondly, I purchased a Spektrum AR9030T, 9 channel receiver and thirdly, Smart-Fly Power System Eq6. This last one is completely new to me and will admit that it may be overboard for what it is going in, but I believe a good way to learn about it for other models. It will also, I admit, take me some time to get my head wrapped around the setting up part, but that’s the challenge, right.


Spektrum 9 Channel Receiver and Smart- Fly

Today, I went through the process of binding the receiver to the radio, with success confirmed by plugging in a servo and operating it.

Receiver bond, servo one direction 

Receiver bond and servo opposite direction

Bear with me as I go through the process of setup and installation into the Telemaster, with it’s maiden flight to happen this summer 2021, COVID-19 or no COVID-19.

One of my followers,” Yankeeflyer”, I know is wanting to know how the Corsair is coming along, I have it with me, but haven’t done any more to it. Space is limited, but I hope to do some work on it while here. Bear with me and I will post updates as I work on it.

Thanks for stopping by, your thoughts and comments are always welcome. As this is probably my last post of the year, I want to wish you all a Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year. Most of all, please be safe and stay healthy.


18 comments:

  1. I agree - it is best to try new things and push the limits as we do not want to turn into old fogies

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  2. I sure would like to be there for the maiden flight of the Telemaster. I know it's a long way off, but let me know!

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  3. I think you are doing everything right so far! teehee! I have a suggestion for your commenters. If your comment comes up as 'unknown', perhaps signing your name at the bottom would help Bill to know who you are! :)
    Nice post, dear.

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  4. That new radio and receiver are really nice...a bit more technical than my old Futaba's.I'm sure that the Telemaster will perform well with that combo.And,yes I am anxious to see that completed Corsair.Hoping you and Patsy have a wonderful Christmas and we can all get back to a normal life next year.

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    1. The new radio is nice, the first new radio I have bought in over 10 years. I will keep you posted on the Corsair. Yes, getting back to normal is on everybody's wish list year. Here's to a wonderful Christmas to you and family.

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  5. Not that I understand any of what you posted, LOL...glad to see your post! Way too complicated for me :) Seems you both are adapting well to your new digs and hopefully we'll be seeing you next year!

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    1. That's ok Shirley, happy to see that you read my posts. Yes we are adapting well to our new digs, but sure miss our trailer. I sure hope we see you next year, this winter isn't going to be the same, we miss you all.

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  6. Knowing the basics of RC Flying this is all above my level.
    Wishing you and Patsy a Safe and Happy Christmas Holidays.

    It's about time.

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    1. There is always something new in this hobby and if you don't do it, I can understand it being above your level. Merry Christmas to you both.

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  7. Way over my head. You're going to need a pilot license for that flying machine.

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    1. Yes, when they are flying, they're way over my head to, haha.

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  8. You seem to be enjoying what you are up to these days with your hobby and I will leave this comment at that point...:) Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Tom and I.

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