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Old 01-31-2011, 05:24 PM   #1
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i wanted to know if anybody has the dx3r pro and can tell me if it is better to spend the extra $70 and get the dx3r pro or get the futaba 4pl.

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Old 01-31-2011, 05:44 PM   #2
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The 4pl is a much better radio for crawling, save the cash.
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Old 01-31-2011, 08:33 PM   #3
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The 4pl is a much better radio for crawling, save the cash.
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Old 01-31-2011, 09:02 PM   #4
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4 channel vs 3 channel HMMMMMMMM
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Old 01-31-2011, 09:42 PM   #5
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I really like my DX3R, the most comfortable radio I've owned. But, the Pro just doesn't have the features that I think would make it worth that much when you can get the 4PL with everything it has to offer.

The only thing that would get me to lean towards the Pro is the number if Spektrum RXs I have and the cost of the Futaba RXs...
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Old 01-31-2011, 09:53 PM   #6
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The receivers for the 4PL are fhss receivers. They run about 50 bucks. Same as spectrums.
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what the F**K spektrum you come out with a pro 3R version and not a DX4R ....come on spektrum get with the 4 channal pistol grip game already for crying out loud ....since you sent a some body here to see what we want in a pistol grip radio and that is 4 channels on the DX3R platform ........bob

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Does the DX3R Pro have any new mixing features over the DX3R?
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Old 02-02-2011, 12:49 AM   #9
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Does the DX3R Pro have any new mixing features over the DX3R?
Im wondering the same thing but I would probably save the money and buy the futaba anyways. I did read that it has a sd card slot for updates so I am guessing that any additional features could be added afterwards if they ever get around to programming them in.
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Old 02-02-2011, 05:45 AM   #10
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what the F**K spektrum you come out with a pro 3R version and not a DX4R ....come on spektrum get with the 4 channal pistol grip game already for crying out loud ....since you sent a some body here to see what we want in a pistol grip radio and that is 4 channels on the DX3R platform ........bob

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Come on bob, don't sugar coat it, tell us what you really think!!!!!

As to a SD card slot, either that or a USB connection in a Futaba would be nice. Oh, and a $10 to $20 drop in price for RX's.

To the OP, the 4PL has a lot going for it, that is the route I would suggest.
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Old 02-02-2011, 12:00 PM   #12
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The dx3r radio is the most ergonomic radio I've ever used. Spektrum really dropped the ball on the dx3r pro, shoulda been Dx4r. Go Futaba 4PL.
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Old 02-02-2011, 02:49 PM   #13
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The receivers for the 4PL are fhss receivers. They run about 50 bucks. Same as spectrums.
Yes and no... Retail, yes, but you can pick up Losi 3 CH RX for cheap (20-30 bones).
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bought my 4pl yesterday got it home and all in the truck and hmm outdated programing sent futaba a email asking about shipping and they sent a email back telling me that my information was wrong there is no update for the 4pl?
Makes me a little sad I was really likeing the radio guess im stuck waiting for spectrum to get their head out of their rectum (sorry)
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bought my 4pl yesterday got it home and all in the truck and hmm outdated programing sent futaba a email asking about shipping and they sent a email back telling me that my information was wrong there is no update for the 4pl?
Makes me a little sad I was really likeing the radio guess im stuck waiting for spectrum to get their head out of their rectum (sorry)
All the info you need is in the 4pl thread, it'll tell where to send it.
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Yes and no... Retail, yes, but you can pick up Losi 3 CH RX for cheap (20-30 bones).
So, I can use these rx for Spektrum and Futaba? I need a couple more rx to go with new radio.
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So, I can use these rx for Spektrum and Futaba? I need a couple more rx to go with new radio.
No only Spektrum.

Futaba uses a different radio protocol, they're not compatible. Greatscott was just saying that the FHSS (Futaba) RX and the Spektrum SR300 (or the Losi) are the same price, $50..
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OK, thanks looks like Spektrum works only with Losi.
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