RadioMaster Bandit ExpressLRS: 915MHz ELRS RX and TX
After testing so much 2.4GHZ ELRS hardware, I thought it was time to review some 915MHz equipment too. RadioMaster's Bandit series includes three TX units (RF, Micro, and NANO) and two RX modules (BR1 and BR3). In this article, we will check out the features and how to set up the Bandit Nano transmitter module and BR3 radio receiver.
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BetaFPV SuperG Nano TX: First GEMINI ELRS transmitter
Since I built my first ExpressLRS-enabled FPV drone, I converted all existing drones to ELRS due to the excellent range and link stability. BetaFPV's new SuperG Nano TX module is the first GEMINI-compliant transmitter with dual-frequency diversity communication. The module was developed by BetaFPV in cooperation with the ExpressLRS team. It is based on ELRS V3.3 and promises improved...
LDARC EX8 review: FrSky transmitter for cheap
Last month, LDARC, formally known as Kingkong, announced their third beginner-oriented drone transmitter named EX8. Being compatible only with Futaba & FrSky receivers, without any future upgrade capability, I think they joined late to the game, as everyone moves to ExpressLRS these days. My LDARC EX8 review covers technical specifications, features, and initial settings.
The LDARC EX8 features 8 channels...
Jumper T-Lite: Gamepad style 16CH drone transmitter
The new Jumper T-Lite 16CH transmitter adopts a similar game controller style to the remote controller packed with the DJI FPV drone. The T-Lite comes with two types of built-in radio modules (CC2500/JP4IN1), Hall Sensor Gimbals, and OpenTX firmware.
Instead of an integrated rechargeable LIPO, or standard AA batteries, Jumper opted to power the T-Lite transmitter with a single 18650...
RadioMaster Zorro: First ELRS enabled transmitter
The upcoming RadioMaster Zorro follows a similar gamepad style design as the Jumper T-Pro, but with a much bigger status screen and replaceable rubber grips. The Zorro radio series was announced with four types of built-in TX modules: CC2500, 4in1, ELRS, or CC2500+TBS Nano.
On the front panel, it has two adjustable hall gimbals, a metal roller, and 6 control...
BetaFPV ELRS Micro TX Module (for JR/SLIM bay)
While the ELRS Nano TX Module was designed for transmitters with 'Lite' bay such as Frsky Taranis X-Lite, Taranis X9D Lite, TBS Tango 2, or Jumper T-lite, the new ELRS Micro TX Module is for larger controllers with JR/SLIM bay (e.g. Frsky Taranis X9D or TBS Mambo).
The ELRS Micro TX module is based on the ExpressLRS project, an open-source...
iRangeX iRX-IR8M transmitter: One RC for all your drones
At first sight, excepting the lack of FPV screen, the iRangeX iRX-IR8M comes with all the features that you can expect from a multi-protocol transmitter. It claims that is capable of controlling most of the popular radio protocols like: FlySky, DSM/DSMX, FrSky, Futaba, Syma, Hubsan and also most of the Chinese protocols adopted by toy grade drones. In addition, iRangeX includes...
BetaFPV LiteRadio 1: Cheap Drone Radio Transmitter
The BetaFPV LiteRadio 1 is a go-to starter radio transmitter for younger ones to join the FPV hobby. LR1 is affordable and perfect for smaller hands. Young adults and children can hold it with comfort. BetaFPV includes two types of sticks end with their new LiteRadio 1 remote controller. While the 10mm versions are perfect for thumb controls, the 16mm...
Coming soon: Jumper T-Pro drone remote controller
Jumper-RC is about to release a new gamepad-style drone transmitter named T-Pro. In the teaser photos, you can see that its design is clearly inspired by TBS Tango 2 controller.
In addition to the built-in 4-in-1 transmission module, the Jumper T-Pro has an ELRS Nano / TBS CRSF Nano compatible module extension bay on the back. It will be natively...
Jumper T20 GEMINI: Fully-Featured ELRS radio!
The Jumper T20 GEMINI is the third model of the family, and as its name suggests comes with a built-in twin ELRS TX module. The T20G inherits the small form factor and full-size RDC90 gimbals of the T20S. In this review, we will discover all the differences and if it is worth the extra money.
Once you delve into the...
Skydroid H12 FPV transmitter (5-30KM range)
Similar to FLYSKY Paladin PL18, the Skydroid H12 transmitter is designed for industrial RC machines such as agricultural drones. It comes with a large, 5.5" Full HD (1920x1080) screen and a high-capacity battery. According to the advertised specs, the built-in 10000mAh battery allows up to 20hours of continuous usage.
The Skydroid radio ecosystem includes the H12 transmitter, R12 radio receiver,...