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anyone using a spektrum ds3x with telemetry. What is your dope on it.

Yes I have one. I set up the telemetry on my nitro car.
It was a bit fiddly getting the speed sensor sticker on the flywheel but ca glue fixed that. I had a bit of trouble getting the rollout correct for the speed readings but it wasn't too bad. You have to make sure the reciever wire is extended to get good range for telemetry feed.
The temperature sensor is really good for monitoring the motor and the handset has an adjustable alarm for max temp.
I haven't checked the speed reading with a gun but it seems pretty good.
I like the radio. Just wish third channel was a three pos switch not two position.

Thanks,
I was looking for real user info before I install the telemetry system in any of my rides. Only going to use it for set up and tuning puposes, backed up with a novak data logger ( yes, I'm a 'numbers-junkie").
The only drawback I see, if the telemetry is fairly accurate, is that its optimum range is upto 300ft.
I can work with that.
Thanks again

besty22 wrote:Yes I have one. I set up the telemetry on my nitro car.
It was a bit fiddly getting the speed sensor sticker on the flywheel but ca glue fixed that. I had a bit of trouble getting the rollout correct for the speed readings but it wasn't too bad. You have to make sure the reciever wire is extended to get good range for telemetry feed.
The temperature sensor is really good for monitoring the motor and the handset has an adjustable alarm for max temp.
I haven't checked the speed reading with a gun but it seems pretty good.
I like the radio. Just wish third channel was a three pos switch not two position.

when i did my sensor i drill for a second to put a divet in the wheel then CA

Paul

treehugger wrote:

besty22 wrote:Yes I have one. I set up the telemetry on my nitro car.
It was a bit fiddly getting the speed sensor sticker on the flywheel but ca glue fixed that. I had a bit of trouble getting the rollout correct for the speed readings but it wasn't too bad. You have to make sure the reciever wire is extended to get good range for telemetry feed.
The temperature sensor is really good for monitoring the motor and the handset has an adjustable alarm for max temp.
I haven't checked the speed reading with a gun but it seems pretty good.
I like the radio. Just wish third channel was a three pos switch not two position.

when i did my sensor i drill for a second to put a divet in the wheel then CA

Paul

so you have one also. Are you satisfied with the system?