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Futaba 2.4GHz Equipment

JULY 2008
Ripmax Press Release - Futaba 6EX Exchange Programme

From Ripmax

We are pleased to announce that with immediate effect we are instigating a full exchange programme for all early 6EX 2.4GHz transmitters supplied by Ripmax. As we have widely publicised, a small number of early 6EX 2.4GHz transmitters had been incorrectly coded, which could have caused problems if two of these sets had been in operation together. The actions we took at the time meant that any potential issues were resolved. However, we have taken the decision that the only 100% secure course of action long term is to remove all of the early transmitters from the market and replace them with updated transmitters.

As we are now well into the flying season we want to ensure that owners of these transmitters do not miss out due to their transmitters being on their way back to us. To avoid these possible delays, the exchange will be carried out via model shops, where owners in the local area will bring in their old transmitter, and will in exchange receive the new replacement, all customers will have to pre-register for the exchange.

For full details of the exchange programme please visit the Ripmax website at www.ripmax.com At this web address you will be able to register for the programme by completing a simple online form. For those without web access, please write to Ripmax at 6EX Exchange Programme, 241 Green Street, Enfield, Middx, EN3 7SJ, providing your full name and address, contact phone number, Ripmax serial number/s of your set/s, and details of the model shop you would like to collect your replacement transmitter/s from.

Please note that shops will NOT hold stock, but will be sent the required number of new transmitters to exchange within 10 workings days of receipt of completed registration forms.

Important FUTABA 2.4Ghz Safety Issue

There is a safety issue with a few 2.4Ghz Futaba TM7 and 6EX.
It looks like the best way to test for this fault is to visit a model shop that has the Ripmax test receiver. See Clive or Alan at the Model Shop Stonall they can check your TX.
It also seems that even if your Tx passes that test, it can subsequently become zero coded if you switch it on and back off too quickly. The symptoms are as in note 4) on the Ripmax advice.
You are advised to carry out the tests suggested on the BMFA page if you intend to fly alongside other users of the same type of Tx..
Remember - Safety is your responsibility.

BMFA RCP Technical Committee position     
BMFA Info Page

 

NEWS APRIL 11th  TM-7

TM7 Latest: Ripmax now have an exchange programme for affected modules. See if yours needs swapping at: Rimpax statement and advice
 

6EX Latest:  Check it is not zero coded at a model shop. After any loss of binding, get it checked again. If you intend flying alongside another 6EX user, check that you cannot control each others plane while still on the ground.  We believe that there will be an exchange program for affected 6EX transmitters very soon.