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  • Hitec Aurora 9

    Thinking of buying Hitecs Aurora 9 anyone using them.
    Raptor E700
    Raptor G4







    Guiness World Record Pilot 2011/2012/2013

  • #2
    Me, really like mine, programmability is simple compared to a dx7/dx8 as I hate the wheel

    Touch screen is great & easy to use

    I've upgraded my Tx battery to a lipo & get a lot more time out the battery.

    I would say though that you need to try at least 3 tx's for handling & feel and see if it feels right, also play about with the menus, your lhs should be able to accommodate you

    Dan

    Goblin 500
    | Blade 130x | Blade 180cfx
    Spektrum DX8


    GWR Pilot 2011 & 2012

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    • #3
      This is one you must handle before buying.

      I've got one here, but I really don't use it these days as I much prefer the feel of the 8FG in my hands.

      If it feels OK to you then it is a good radio, flexible programming and a decent range of receivers.

      My only compliant there would be that the 7 channel rx is irritating to install as it has connections at both ends, the 6 or 9 channel are better in that regard.

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      • #4
        i got one no prob at all, very nice and easy programming
        Mikado Logo 600 3D
        Evergreen Raptor 50 now R.I.P.
        Align T-rex 450 V2 gt5 fbl soon controlled by Ardupilot Mega 2.5
        Trex 600 nitro

        Hitec Aurora 9

        PL8 supported by Grant PSU aka "The Black BOX"

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        • #5
          ive been using mine sice they came out,easy programming ,good feel too, my only gripe is you cant alter pitch/throttle curves with engine running(nitro) as you have to move the stick to set the relevant points.
          other than that its a great radio, no glitches or problems with shut outs or screen freeze.


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          • #6
            i've got one too, apart from the o/e batt running low too quick i can't fault it.
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            freya

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            • #7
              Originally posted by gram View Post
              i've got one too, apart from the o/e batt running low too quick i can't fault it.
              Gram,
              It's worth investing in a lipo for it, I'm running a Outrage NRG 3600mah 2S Lipo & that fits suggly in the housing & lasts for ages

              Dan

              Goblin 500
              | Blade 130x | Blade 180cfx
              Spektrum DX8


              GWR Pilot 2011 & 2012

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              • #8
                I got a 2s lipo too, I last forever


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                Mikado Logo 600 3D
                Evergreen Raptor 50 now R.I.P.
                Align T-rex 450 V2 gt5 fbl soon controlled by Ardupilot Mega 2.5
                Trex 600 nitro

                Hitec Aurora 9

                PL8 supported by Grant PSU aka "The Black BOX"

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by danch View Post
                  Gram,
                  It's worth investing in a lipo for it, I'm running a Outrage NRG 3600mah 2S Lipo & that fits suggly in the housing & lasts for ages

                  Dan
                  thanks dan, i'll give it a wirl.
                  i took the freya out a couple of weeks back and i noticed it had lost 20% batt power in about 5 mins, i'd only charged it the night before.
                  traxxas bandit
                  quark sg
                  freya

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by gram View Post
                    thanks dan, i'll give it a wirl.
                    i took the freya out a couple of weeks back and i noticed it had lost 20% batt power in about 5 mins, i'd only charged it the night before.
                    My lipo has lasted for months between charges & even though I've just spent 2 hours setting up a heli it's only lost 5%

                    Dan

                    Goblin 500
                    | Blade 130x | Blade 180cfx
                    Spektrum DX8


                    GWR Pilot 2011 & 2012

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                    • #11
                      Had the aurora 9 in my hand a few weeks ago liked the feel and ease of navigating the menus
                      Have a futaba 7 c and spektrum 6 dxi looks time for a upgrade thanks for the info.
                      Raptor E700
                      Raptor G4







                      Guiness World Record Pilot 2011/2012/2013

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                      • #12
                        Its an excellent tx, every switch is programable. The bulit in battery is a pain but thats easily fixed. I find the touch screen easy to use and the telemetry works like a dream. The other thing I like is the curves are 7 points not 5 like some transmitters.

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                        • #13
                          Had one for over two years now. Find it so easy to programme and add models too. Superb back up and easy to upgrade software for the tx, the module and recievers.
                          Just a couple of things to note: most of the recievers I've bought recently all needed the software upgrade before they would bind. No real issue, the HP-22 interface unit is only cheap and if your upgrading your gear you might as well push for one in with the deal.
                          I have big fingers and find pinching one of the kids ds pens a really useful option for acurate use on the touch screen - it tucks in the back of the tx with the battery for safe keeping too.

                          Also, theres no problem altering pitch and throttle curves with a running nitro. theres an 'all servos hold' option and of course a throttle lock on the main screen and you can set up a separate throttle hold on any switch you want.
                          I have two tools in my tool box. A hammer...... and a condom. If that doesn't work then it's TJFGOP.... The Jobs Fd Going On The P:::::::

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                          • #14
                            Get an 8FG
                            Harry

                            Mikado Logo 700 | VBar Neo | JR HV Servos | Pyro 750-50L | Kontronik Kosmik 160HV + buffer pack|
                            Thunder Tiger G4 E720 | CGY760 FBL | BLS272SV + BLS276SV | Align 800MX Dom 440kv | Kontronik PowerJive 120HV + Opti UltraGuard |
                            SAB Kraken 580 6S | Spirit FBL | BLS173SV + BLS276SV | HK4025 1100kV | Kontronik Kolibri 140LV + Opti UltraGuard |


                            And a pillow for the doghouse...

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                            • #15
                              Only one thing to add i really hope Hitec will come out with satellite rx


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                              Mikado Logo 600 3D
                              Evergreen Raptor 50 now R.I.P.
                              Align T-rex 450 V2 gt5 fbl soon controlled by Ardupilot Mega 2.5
                              Trex 600 nitro

                              Hitec Aurora 9

                              PL8 supported by Grant PSU aka "The Black BOX"

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