New Maytech “R2” updated receiver and capabilities

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I have a bunch of the FrSky X4R replacements coming my way. Like these:

If you’re ordering an antenna like that, just make sure they’re the correct IPEX type. The length should be 15cm with an IPEX connector, not 10cm with an IPEX4 connector.

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I ride with the first model of the r2, the receiver meter sometimes go to zero but never had any drops of real lost…not even one in the last 1500 km…also no problem in Amsterdam city…the only thing is that my screen is 20% covered in the right up corner with a kind of glue between the top screen and the lcd…Maytech told me that’s normal while it’s glue together…:frowning::thinking: It’s ugly…!

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@glyphiks did you ever find a manual for the v1? i’m looking for it too :joy:
Also i don’t think there was a clear answer to this: can you use a v2 receiver on a v1 remote?

my remote powers on with V1.01

Cheers :smile:

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I never looked. Im lazy like that.

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I’ll tag @Brently then :smiley:

You build batteries, make your own fibreglass enclosures, build monster boards, so don’t give me that crap :kissing_heart:

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I outsource my googling to people who have the patience for it.

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Doesn’t say but I think if you contact Maytech they would give you the final answer. If it works at all I think you’d need to update the firmware?

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@Agnes_Maytech :grin:

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Hi Louis, I have sent you message of the V1 remote manual, please check.

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@fastrider curious on you experience with this now that you’ve had it for a bit? any issues on your end?

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No issues whatsoever. Still haven’t whipped out the RF explorer to measure actual signal strength but I was able to walk all around the house (thick 60cm+ brick/concrete walls) without losing connection, with the receiver being in the carbon fiber enclosure. Haven’t ridden my build yet so I can’t say anything about interference but so far it’s looking real good.

EDIT: Also using UART is pretty cool, having the temps of the ESC and motors, voltages and amperages on the remotes display. All the good stuff :slight_smile:

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Evolve Carbon GT DIY
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Sounds curios to me. When did you buy it and do you have UART with the latest VESC version?

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I ordered end of March/beginning of April. I have used it with 3.62, 5.0, 5.1 and now 3.65, UART data was working on all versions.

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Sounds great, need to order one by myself.

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I did unsolder all 13 2.54 pins and soldered a cable with jst-ph connector directly to the PCB (5v, GND, TX and RX) so it isn’t as bulky. I wish they would make a version of the receiver without the relay on it as well, makes the PCB huge in comparison to every other receiver.

Maytech v2 remote
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Nice! what’s your location? I noticed much improved signal strength but I had issues in areas with high interference. Have you done any testing/riding in areas like that?

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Not yet but I will next week when I have time! I’ll let you know :slight_smile:

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Thank you! I’ll dust mine off again if you have some good results there.

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I talked with MT about the receiver and they answered me:

Hi Christian,

I see, you meant this. Yes, the UART communication was updated last year (we talked before).
But progcard is not produced in bulk because of corona virus. Our current main projects are VESC based controllers, 300A 60V anti-spark switches, and some OEM projects.
The progcard is on hold. But for new orders, it will come with the new firmware.

Thanks and Regards,
Eileen Lu

They also told me that they can’t deliver the progcard right now nor have an ETA.
What do they mean by the progcard? The updated receiver?

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So in the manual there is a little programming device displayed. I believe that is what Eileen is referencing I have no idea what variables you’d tune with it tho.