Anyone know when the DX8 is out?

[Chumpy]

Anyone know when the DX8 is out?
Any idea on pricing?

Will it work with Phoenix? (ie hear the DX7 SE does not work with Phonenix)
Any info apprecaited.

Thanks

[heliward0]

1= spoke to midland today and mat said they should be in by the end of this month
2=pre-order and they are £300
3=yes it will

[xygax]

Dx7SE will work with phoenix.... i have been using one....!!!

Go Wireless !

[antquinn]

i spoke to horizon today and they now say 1 - 2 nd week of sept

comes with loads of cool trick stuff too

ant

[heliward0]

cool september is going to be a good month with this out and the 3d champs to look forward too!!

[simm0]

does anyone have a full spec sheet,i want to compare this to the hitec 9 channel.spec to spec
craig

[challis349]

hey craig mate its on this post pal

http://www.rcheliaddict.co.uk/main-discussions/44954-dx8-pheonix.html

hope this helps, think its what you looking for

[simm0]

links isnt working


cheers craig

[challis349]

dont know why, but here you go mate

DX8 FEATURES

11 MS Frame Rate Capable ....................................Allows for Ultra High Speed response rate
128 x 64 Screen Resolution .....................................Larger viewing area.
2 Model-Types .................................................. .......Both Aiplane and Helicopter programming in one radio system.
2000mAh Ni-MH AA battery welded pack ...............Extended run times; security and durability of heatshrink/welded pack.
2048 Resolution .................................................. .....Provides 2048 steps of travel for each servo; smooth transition from stick input to servo movement.
30 Model Memory .................................................. ..Increased data storage space for additional models.
Data Transfer .................................................. .........Allows for model programming/setup data to be transfered from one radio to another compatible radio.
DSM2 Dualink Technology .......................................Second generation Digital Spread Spectrum Modulation, superior path diversity.
Electronic "E Ring" .................................................. Electronically prevents overdriving the cyclic servos
Included AR8000 8CH Hi-Speed Receiver .............Full range 8CH receiver is compatible with the Telemetry Module capable of sending real time telemetry data to the transmitter.
Mode Selectable (1-4) ..............................................Allo ws the user to easily change the radio between modes 1 through 4 both in software and hardware.
ModelMatch .................................................. ...........Prevents wrong model syndrome.
Range Check function ..............................................Inte grated range check function displays flight log data, (Antenna Fades, Frame Losses, and Holds).
Real Time Telemetry ................................................Ra dio will display real time monitoring of flight log date (Antenna Fades, Frame Losses, and Holds) as well as receiver pack voltage.
SD/MMC Compatible ..............................................Incr eased model storage via secure digital or multi media card data storage.
ServoSync .................................................. ..............Synchronised servo movement for CCPM or Dual Elevators.
Timer (start on Throttle up) .....................................Two options (Up-Timer) and (Down-Timer); programmable to either the trainer switch, or throttle stick.
12V DC w/Multi-Country plug types .......................Convenience and ease of use.
3 Wing Types .................................................. ........Dual Aileron, V-Tail, and Elevon mixing options available.
5 Point Graphic Pitch Curve .....................................Allows for adjustments of the pitch of the main rotor blades on a helicopter to optimise each flight mode.
5 Point Graphic Tail Curve ......................................Allows for adjustments of the pitch of the tail rotor blades on a helicopter to optimise each flight mode.
6 Programmable Airplane Mixes .............................Allows for custom mixing of two servos.
Active gain control .................................................. ..Allows for inflight adjustments of the gyro gain settings.
Flap Delay w/elevator compensation. ......................Adjustable control of flap servo speed
France Mode Selectable .........................................The region setting screen is used to allow the DX8 to be in compliance worldwide.
Language Select .................................................. ...Allows user to change language displayed on the screen; English, Spanish, and French, German, and Italian will be supported.
Low battery voltage warning ....................................Alerts the user with both an audible and visual warning.
Programmable Flap System ....................................Allows for elevator and flap positions to be programmed for landing and takeoff.
Swash plate timing .................................................. Allows for electronic correction correction of swash plate phasing; Helps helicopter perform better.
Telemetry warning screen(Audible/Buzzer) .............Provides both tone and vibration alerts.
Timer Integrated .................................................. .....Tracks total on time of transmitter.
Trainer Mode .................................................. ..........Allows for the use of a trainer cord for teaching student pilots how to fly.3 Airplane Flight Modes ...........................................Allows versatility in programming/set-ups/installations.
3 Programmable Dual Rates ....................................Allows for three programable control rates on Aileron, Elevator, and Rudder.
3 Programmable Helicopter Mixes ...........................Allows for custom mixing of two or more servos.
4 Micro Second Trim Steps .....................................Changes the servo 4 micro seconds per trim step
4 Swash Plate Types ...............................................Swa sh plate options to match the particular swashplate of the helicopter.
5 Point Graphic Throttle Curve .................................Allows for adjustments of the throttle to optimise engine/motor RPM.
Contrast adjustment .................................................A llows for screen contrast adjusment for optimised viewing of the display.
Differential .................................................. ..............Precise electronic adjustment of aileron travel when flaperon or elevon wing type is actived .
Digital trims w/dual speed trim scroll ........................Convenience and ease of use.
Exponential throw .................................................. ..Allows for greater control; allows control/stick movements that are less/more sensitve around center stick position.
French Bandwidth Capable .....................................User enabled bandwidth restriction; Allows for compliance with French regulatory restrictions.
Gyro Adjust, Normal, Stunt & Hold ...........................Allows for seperate gyro gain values in each flight mode.
Model Copy .................................................. ............Allows the user to copy model settings from one model memory to another.
Model Name .................................................. ..........Allows the user to name each model memory.
Model-Reset .................................................. ..........Allows the user to reset each model memory to the default settings.
Roller/selector user interface ...................................Convenience and ease of use.
Servo Monitor .................................................. .........Displays servo movement direction when different programming functions, sticks and/or switches are moved.
Servo Reverse .................................................. .......Provides ability to reverse servo throw from the transmitter.
Sub Trim .................................................. .................The Sub-Trim function allows the user to electronically adjust the centring of each servo.
Swash plate expo .................................................. ...Allows for greater control; allows control/stick movements that are less/more sensitve around centre stick position.
Swash Plate Mix .................................................. ...Allows individual setup of cyclic servos
Switch Select .................................................. ........Allows for user selectable/changeable switch locations
Throttle Cut .................................................. ............The throttle channel moves to a preprogrammed position (low throttle, low trim) allowing the safe and convenient shut down of the engine.
Travel adjust .................................................. ...........The travel adjust function allows the precise end-point adjustment of all six channels in each direction independently.
Warning Screen Air .................................................. Provides audible warning to user and does not transmit when certain switches/stick positions are not in their proper locations. (THRO, GEAR, FLAPS, F.MODE)
Warning Screen Heli ................................................Pr ovides audible warning to user and does not transmit when certain switches/stick positions are not in their proper locations. (THRO, STUNT, HOLD)

hope this helps

[simm0]

big thanks mate

craig

[DarkTherapy]

It will probably be released just after my next crash that will probably cost me £300 in bits...

[challis349]

no problem craig

[machasm]

That is quite a feature set. Glad to see they are including a means of retaining your model data through the SD card too.
Mode selectable should help to be able to sell the tranny on when you are done if a mode 1er (Got to be a good thing for you matt Lodge and Tim).
The only thing that I am a little concerned about is the battery pack. Does it mean that the battery is soldered/welded into the Tx?
If so what happens when it becomes knackered or if you want to change it to, dare I say it, I Li-po?
Ade.

[Jamin_00]

HH have always said end of Aug beginning of Sept.

[robby_121]

DX8 release.

Horizon hobbies told me today that they should be shipping out 1st week of September. Beware of low prices as various items are being removed from box by some retailers to get price down.