Graupner X-8E model switch not binding all the time
 

I noticed it last week at a club race, and this past weekend at TCS race locally, that when I switch models, the radio doesn't always bind with the new models' receiver. I have to do a rebind to verify connection, which while it is easy enough, is just kind of a pain in the butt when you're running two classes back to back, or are in a hurry to get to the line. Since there are a couple of different routes you can take to switch models, I was just wondering if anyone else had noticed this, and if so, what your solution was.

I haven't had a chance to actually sit down with a couple of my models, and try to simulate the "non-binding" situation to see if it only happens when certain routines are followed, and not when a different routine is used. I will try to recreate these issues on the bench, and hopefully come up with a solution.

Any feedback on this subject would be appreciated. Thanks.

I had similar experience with x-8n (same rf I think). Turned out, when there is a lot of rf noise AND tx is too near the rx it does not find the model. Simple solution - put the tx away at about 4-5 feet and it binds.

Interesting. I never thought of that, but I will give it a shot. I usually have my models right next to the radio when I turn them on, so that could definitely be part of the issue. Thanks sbd

Please let us know what you find out! And post any of your positive findings about this radio as well. I'm very interested in this unit and may purchase one this summer.