The M12 is Airtronics newest super-computerized RC transmitter. Built to replace the M11 (and M11x), this radio boasts some pretty interesting features such as telemetry (sensors needed but not included), programmable instant trims (the ability to set up certain functions that are accessible at the touch of a button) and a new, sleek casing that is rumored to be significantly lighter.
The following information was taken from Sanwa Japan’s web site. It might be a bit jumbled only because it was run through the Google translator and I’m not sure what some of it is (yet), but you get the idea of what the M12 has in store.
• High-speed response achieved far more than conventional products to the region of “zero experience” response. Driving feel directly connected to the intention of the driver.
• Record the settings for each D / R function change in an instant racing mode setting in some situations, trim, such as the curve, can be switched to one-touch settings to match the drive condition.
• In order to reduce the load on the driver achieve significant weight reduction, weight reduction success by changing the internal structure.
• Can check telemetry data recording and the amount of operation of the steering and throttle PC link, from the receiver and logger function of enhancement, corresponding to the migration of data to a PC through a special cable.
New Features:
● Select car type racing mode
● LOG set up safety features
● Telemetry link
● Boot menu feature (REC / RPM / VOLT/ TEMP1 / TEMP2 / RX MODE / ST POINT / TH POINT)
● Monitoring
● PC-LINK
● Language
● Information
● Ackerman (dual steering)
● Racing mode delay curve
● CODE AUX1/AUX2
● Feeling custom menu
● Monitor menu selector large full-dot LCD (9/18 points)
● 128 × 256 (body double built-in antenna)
● Fully adjustable trigger multi-selector operation
UP feature from the M11X:
● Throttle battery fail-safe type model for direct select
● Li-PO (70:30 / 50:50)
● Point AUX1/AUX2 (2 ~ 6 points)
● 4WS mixing (FRONT / REAR / NORMAL) / REVERSE phase ( )
● MOA mixing (reverse phase)
● Variable speed drive ratio (rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive / front-wheel drive ((ST / TH)
● Offset channel set sorting model
Other features
● ST, memory function
● Switching function model left and right driving position TH tension adjuster
● 50 model memory
● Model model name (14 characters) set (select / copy / clear)
● RF MODE (FH4T/FH4FT/FH3/FH3F) ● monitor the response mode setting
● Servo bind key note assignment (NOR / SHR / SSR) ※ (SW / TRIM / DIAL / LEVER)
● Vibrating reminder
● LCD contrast setting buzzer
● AUX TYPE (scale and volume change) (AUX/AUX1 / AUX2)
● Trim type (center / parallel)
● User name battery alarm
● End point adjustment trim / reverse servo sub trim
● Fail-safe characters (14 radio)
● Timer (lap / interval a / interval 2)
● Dual rate curve (exponential / adjustable rate control / point curve)
● Brake anti-lock brake mixing throttle hold
● Compensation mixing (C-MIX1/C- RX-471, RX-451R, RX-451, RX-381, RX-461, RX-462: support)
● 4 cell receiver rudder adjustment formula MIX2)
Accessories:
● Grip pad (Large / Small)
● Large steering wheel steering bracket
● Steering slant offset bracket
[source: www.sanwa-denshi.co.jp]
The only thing keeping me from getting the M12 is whether or not it has telemetry.
Can someone please talk me if it has the telemetry feature or how I can go about adding it on and for how much?
Thanks!
Hi Taimur.
I spoke with a rep at Airtronics and here is what he had to say:
“While the M12 is capable of telemetry, it does not come with any probes or a receiver that is telemetry capable. These would have to be purchased separately. We figured that if a person is buying this radio, they are most likely racing with it and don’t need the telemetry receiver or accessories.”
So, there you go. It has it and can do quite a bit but additional gear is needed.