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Old 04-01-2020 | 09:43 AM
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XRX just released a micro receiver suitable for 1/28 scale.
You can find pictures on their facebook page at XRX, and buy the receiver on their website godracing.
I just ordered two and hope to get them in the coming month(s). I have been anticipating this release for quite some time to put in my 1/28 drift cars and 1/32 Orlandoo.
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Old 04-03-2020 | 10:07 AM
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Lol.. Am I suppose to have Noble turned off when it's plugged into PC?!
I've got no luck trying to get my Windows 10 to recognize the Noble Tx. Still gets error code 43. Followed a few diff steps found online but it won't fix the issue. Can anyone offer a solution you went through when/if you had problems?

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Old 04-05-2020 | 12:05 AM
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There is a new update out, 2.0.83, has anyone updated?
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Old 04-05-2020 | 04:18 AM
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Originally Posted by GeorgeCk
There is a new update out, 2.0.83, has anyone updated?
Yes. The home screen shortcuts are limited but awesome. Basically you set swipe up, down, right to left go to model for instance. It's nice, but needs more options.

And it supports importing and exporting models. The snag there is another program is needed, which isn't it yet.
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Old 04-05-2020 | 09:45 AM
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Originally Posted by MrOflam
Yes. The home screen shortcuts are limited but awesome. Basically you set swipe up, down, right to left go to model for instance. It's nice, but needs more options.

And it supports importing and exporting models. The snag there is another program is needed, which isn't it yet.
When upgrading the software in Tx, does the Rx also need updating?
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Old 04-05-2020 | 11:02 AM
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Just a quick update on my Noble. It's been going strong for about a year. I did the first review on Amazon about the steering wheel breaking off and also included the fix for it. No issues with range and I'm using the V1 versions of the receivers. Battery life is amazing, but it should be because it has that backup one on the base. Not sure if I want to update mine though since it's not doing the resetting thing. I would buy this again in a heartbeat.
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Old 04-05-2020 | 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by MrOflam
Yes. The home screen shortcuts are limited but awesome. Basically you set swipe up, down, right to left go to model for instance. It's nice, but needs more options.

And it supports importing and exporting models. The snag there is another program is needed, which isn't it yet.
It says model will reset after update?
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Old 04-05-2020 | 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by s550v
When upgrading the software in Tx, does the Rx also need updating?
Any time you update the radio, you will also update receivers.
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Old 04-05-2020 | 04:19 PM
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Originally Posted by doen08
It says model will reset after update?
Yes. You will loose your saved models, you'll just have to set them up again. Maybe for the last time if this import export thing comes out (I was told this month)
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Old 04-05-2020 | 04:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Mco
Just a quick update on my Noble. It's been going strong for about a year. I did the first review on Amazon about the steering wheel breaking off and also included the fix for it. No issues with range and I'm using the V1 versions of the receivers. Battery life is amazing, but it should be because it has that backup one on the base. Not sure if I want to update mine though since it's not doing the resetting thing. I would buy this again in a heartbeat.
I have 2, mine and my son's. We have also had them about a year. The breaking off steering wheel thing was always a non issue imo.
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Old 04-06-2020 | 06:53 AM
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Had a little bit of time this morning, thought I would try to work on a FAQ for this thread. Feel free to add to first post, or w/e lol

Does it really have 3ms latency? Has this been independently verified?
Flysky's website currently claims "Under 3ms Latency". Actually measuring latency is a lot more complicated than one might think, and to date we are not aware of anyone that has tried to do it. There are however high speed videos online where people compare it to other radios. There are also numerous personal accounts of the radio having a high sense of being connected while in use.

Is latency lower if operating in 1 way communication?
Supposedly, yes. How much lower? No one knows.

Is it true the steering wheel breaks off?
To my knowledge there were very few cases of broken steering wheels, and they were able to be either replaced or repaired. This minor perceived defect has possibly been the biggest worry among people looking at possibly purchasing an NB4. IMO its a very insignificant issue, that seems to be far from wide spread. Don't let it bother you.

Do I need to make sure I get at least version 2 of the receivers? I heard/read that there were issues with the first batch.
There have been a few reports about bad receivers, all seemed to be in the 1st generation. This (much like the steering wheel) didn't seem to be a hugely wide spread issue, and it's been long enough (and stock has been depleted in the mean time), that it seems like a safe bet that gen 1 receivers aren't even out for retail any more. But you may want to check just to be safe, and for peace of mind. The second version of the FGr4 say "V2" on them. There may be even newer ones out in the wild, as V2s have been around about 9-10 months as of writing this.

Issues with twitchy steering, chattering servos.
You can select in the settings on the NB4 either "digital" or "analogue" for the steering servo frequency. By default it is set to digital. Some non-digital servos will take issue with this and chatter (quickly rotate small amounts back and forth). Changing the setting to analogue can fix this. Alternatively, you can adjust the frequency as well to tune this issue.

Does the rotating arm of the steering wheel move unintentional?
I have yet to see anyone claim that it does, its pretty stiff. And after more than a year of me moving it to flat to put in a case and taking it out and moving it to drive position, etc, repeat, its still stiff.

Do I need to update the receiver if I update the radio's firmware.
Yes, every time you update, you will have to do this. Its a very simple process.

Will I lose saved models if I upgrade firmware?
Yes, as of writing this you will. But, good news, firmware version 2.0.83 introduced an import/export function. It requires a computer program that (as of writing this) is unavailable, but flysky claims would be released in the month of April.

Do I need to update the firmware?
No, updating firmware is not a requirement. You will not however benefit from any added functionality that may be introduced via firmware upgrades.

How many channels does the NB4 support?
Latest firmware support up to 8 channels. In the settings you can select either 4, 6 or 8.

Will future updates allow backwards comparability with AFHDS protocols (FS-GR3E receivers)?
No, this is not likely. Flysky has stated that due to hardware differences, this is not possible.
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Old 04-07-2020 | 05:45 PM
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Can I add that to the first post?
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Old 04-08-2020 | 04:21 AM
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Originally Posted by frewster
Can I add that to the first post?
For sure, do as you wish
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Old 04-12-2020 | 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by GeorgeCk
There is a new update out, 2.0.83, has anyone updated?
I can't find this update. 2.0.79 is the latest on the flysky site.
Never mind. It's on the other flysky site.
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Old 04-12-2020 | 11:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Despotes
I can't find this update. 2.0.79 is the latest on the flysky site.
Never mind. It's on the other flysky site.
Its a great update, introduces import export, and "home-screen quick access", which is awesome.
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