Originally Posted by svt923 (Post 6007571)

I don't believe there is a standing trade in policy but Horizon has run several events in the past where you trade in a radio and get a credit towards a new Spektrum model.

As for the DX3, it is still a fine radio with all the adjustments you would need and the ability to use the cheap DSM compatible receivers is great. However, being only 3 channel holds it back when trucks are coming with more features that require extra radio channels. I still use my DX3 occasionally but use my DX5 Rugged way more these days.

Originally Posted by Greatscott (Post 6007650)

I sent my DX3 in for repair when the job dial stopped working. They not only fixed the dial, but they also tuned everything else up and it came back working like brand new. If it were not for wanting more channels, I'll likely still be using that radio.

Like SVT said, I do not believe there is a trade-in program. But, there are a good number of people that snap up DX3s when they show up in the Market Place.

One of the nice things about upgrading to a DX5 is that you can use your old DSM2 RXs (sadly, the DSM RXs are not compatible). Any, you can get off-brand 3ch DSM2 RXs four about $15 each on Amazon.

Originally Posted by toy4crawlin (Post 6010613)

Thank You SVT923
Thats what I needed to hear.
I sent it in for a tune, $13.07 plus shipping .
I just like the light weight tx and the fact that if something were to happen to it, its not a big deal like my Custom DX6i pistol which runs all 5 of my vehicles, my moa Dual esc, supwer with 4ws dig, scaler with winch, 1/5 awd with a brake button, shortcourse also with brake button on my pistol handle .
the dx3r is just my backup radio. but my SR3100 is not working, so now looking for a replacement rx
May I ask what is svt923?




Thank You Greatscott
are the "off-brand" rx really worth it?
I'm not into supporting copy cats. I read about binding and other issues on the orange rx.
also read problems on spektrum SR3100 , the SR3000 or 3300 appear better reliability.

To All,
On the DX3R
Which button selector do I program for Front Dig?
After much time programming my newer DX6 stick , I'm having tough time with controlling dual esc's on right stick. my ar500 rx throttle ch is dead

Can I program 1 button so I can pull trigger thrtle for front ESC and have the 2nd esc rear go backwards set at certain percentage ?
program the second 2 position button so that i have independent control of the rear esc?
or perhpas a thread on most popular Dual esc pistol radio programing?

Thank you in rock loads 8)

Originally Posted by Greatscott (Post 6010653)

For a throw-in 3-ch RX, with no telemetry or AVC, the $15 RXs are fine. DSM2 RXs do have issues at times binding on DSMR TXs (DX5/6 series), and often you'll have to reduce the resolution to get them to bind. But, once bound they are just as reliable as any other RX.

Like you, I am not a fan of knock-off merch, but the DSM2 technology is so old, it is more or less like abandoned, or open standards. Plus, if I want a RX that has telemetry, AVC or more than three channels, which is a good chunk of my rigs, then I have to buy genuine Spetrum hardware.

Originally Posted by oldblue2010 (Post 6015715)

I'm in the same spot- I really like my DX3R, but finding recievers has become a problem- I have a couple enroute from China-but the way things are going-not sure if they will evr show up- I like the new specktrum radios but the initial expense and to buy extra receivers is pricey as I have 5 trucks- The flysk (?) seems people either love 'em or hate 'em-