FUTABA 2.4GHz NOTICE

Following reports from members of problems with a few Futaba radio sets on 2.4GHz, we contacted Ripmax, who are the UK importers for these sets, to see if they could give the BMFA any information on the situation.

Below is the official statement that has just been issued by Ripmax on this matter. We recommend, that before further use, owners of the 2.4Ghz sets or modules referred to in the Ripmax Press Release seek clarification, as indicated by Ripmax, as to whether their particular set or module is likely to be affected by this problem. There are obvious safety implications that must not be ignored.

Manny Williamson
Development Officer

Ripmax Press Release

It has come to our attention that a very small number of incorrectly coded 2.4GHz Futaba 6EX transmitters and TM-7 modules have been manufactured, and that some of these have been sold prior to Ripmax becoming aware of the situation. It appears that these faulty units transmit using a default serial code, and that if two or more of these units are in operation at the same time, they may cause interference with each other, however they cannot affect correctly coded units. At the time of writing, the problem had only just been identified and Ripmax, together with Futaba, are investigating the situation, the very latest information will be available on our website, at www.ripmax.com, or via your local model shop.