Wut is the best way to set up the rds8000

[RAIDERS]

I JUST GOT THE RDS8000 LOOKING FORE THE BEST AND EASY WAY TO SET IT UP..THIS IS GOING IN MY 6X6 KNIGHT ANY HELP..THANKS RAIDERS

[SonoranWraith]

Might want to list the functions you have and what stick configuration you use to drive and steer as well as if you have MFU etc.

[RAIDERS]

ok i have the mfu i want to use the left stick 4 the drive and right stick 4 the steer not to sur on functions plan on gettin a dump trailer to one day..i have the pmd drop deck that i want the ramps to work off the radio 2 thanks hope this wut u ment...

[Blender]

I also use an rds8000. If the menus are confusing, check out page 38 of the manual. It gives a visual representation of element locations. I'll scan mine if needed.

First thing to do it put in into Airplane mode so there is no mixing, then i turn on advanced mode so i have a few more options, like center on all channels. Follow the instructions for how to bind the rx (receiver) to the tx. Vertical movement of the left stick is rx port 3, horizontal movement of the right stick is rx port 2. For the ramps if you want just up or down control i'd use the two position switch on the top left of the transmitter. It may be rx port 6, but i can't remember. Adjust the endpoints (EPA) of the ramp servo to get just enough travel.

I've never used an MFU, so that's all i know. It's a great radio.

[RAIDERS]

thanks blender..now i have a starting point thanks again it helps me..

[RAIDERS]

has any one set up rds8000 with the mfu need some more help thanks...

[rc_farmer]

I'm using the rds8000 a w/mfu, how can i help ya?

[RAIDERS]

i'm looking 4 the easyest way to set the raido up.not sure wut i need to do the rite way to wire it.how to mount the receiver..rob i hope u get wut i'm trying to say thanks much larry...

[IDontKnow]

And also if your are using the MFU how you set it up to operate all the functions!
I have one of these gathering a bit of dust at the moment because I could not get it to function like the FM gear I am currently using.

Would be nice if anyone else could contribute to this long suffering pain of an idea.......PLEASE!

[RAIDERS]

OK I GOT THE RDS 8000 TO WORK THANKS TO RC_FARMER WITH THE MFU... port #1-j6 port #2-j4 port #3-j5 port #4-j7 this is where i'm at so far hope this helps thanks 4 lookin....

[IDontKnow]

Sounds good, but can you operate things like the electric legs of switching the lights on and off?

[RAIDERS]

IDontKnow give me a week or so and i will let u know waiting on some parts....

[RAIDERS]

Ok lastnight i got all my functions to work with mfu and the rds8000...Just the same way i use them with my VG400...thanks i hope this helps...

[rc_farmer]

If you need some help with ur radio, give me a shout.....

Originally Posted by IDontKnow

And also if your are using the MFU how you set it up to operate all the functions!
I have one of these gathering a bit of dust at the moment because I could not get it to function like the FM gear I am currently using.

Would be nice if anyone else could contribute to this long suffering pain of an idea.......PLEASE!

[Mustang]

Has anyone converted the throttle stick of an RDS8000 to self-centering? Are the parts available?

[Mustang]

Well, answered my own question on this one. It's every bit as easy as converting a Futaba. I picked up a complete right side gimbal from Hobby People for $20 that supplied enough parts to do two radios. It took longer to take the screws out of the case than to convert the stick. Works great! The only catch is when you first turn on the transmitter it will give an alarm due to the stick being in the middle (1/2 trottle for an airplane) of it's throw. Simply pull the stick all the way back for a second and it clears the alarm, release the stick, turn the truck on and you're good to go. The RDS8000 is an awesome radio!

[RAIDERS]

mustang do u have picks on how u did that thanks much.....

[Mustang]

I try to take some and post them shortly.

[RAIDERS]

that would help alot thanks...

[Darkrider]

Just a heads up for those of you who want to get an RDS8000 there is a crawler version out there that has both sticks self centering. Just something to consider.