How Spektrum G2 Benefits YOU! - Horizon Insider Tech Talk

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How Spektrum G2 Benefits YOU! - Horizon Insider Tech Talk

It's quite easy to compose a bulleted list of product features for a new technology release. However, it's gets difficult conveying how those features actually benefit the end user. Guilty as charged (pun intended).

For this edition of Horizon Insider, Kyle focuses in on HOW the features of Smart G2 benefit you, the customer. Additionally, he clarifies several facts and misconceptions surrounding both the latest generation of Spektrum chargers and batteries. Watch to learn more!

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[TedBackus]

as a guy who has been in RC since the early 80's, i say the biggest thing i want with batteries & chargers, is no more plug interface issues. im tired of needing a plug for this car, that car, this truck or that battery, & on & on. its the damn cell phone charger situation, except with RC, & it wasnt a serious issue until the 2000's. before that it was pretty much 2 plugs, now its 10, & my body weight in octopus adapters, plug ends, solder & irons, shrink tubing, & anyone who knows rc knows what im talking about. features are great, but if you want consumers to be excited, you need to make their lives easier, while giving them function & good performance.

[noelnajera]

Just purchased my new S1200 G2 charger… love all the benefits and features! Thank you Horizon Hobby!

[anthonysworld]

I honestly wasn’t that clear what the Spektrum Smart chargers did. Great video explaining the G1 G2 compatibility. Thanks!

[MWall]

I think the concessions outweigh the benefits. The balance lead is used for many peripherals, including a lipo alarm, which is still important to use if one has an model that is not using the Smart technology. A standard lipo checker uses the balance lead, and so now, modelers are forced to use the Smart batter checker (it's more expensive, too.). The update cable link should really be included in all Smart chargers. There is a USB port for many of the chargers and this should have been designed to update the firmware. By the way, the cable referenced in the video is still out of stock and has been for many weeks. Those of us with G1 battery chargers cannot currently charge G2 batteries.

[horizonhobby]

It's quite easy to compose a bulleted list of product features for a new technology release. However, it's gets difficult conveying how those features actually benefit the end user. Guilty as charged (pun intended).

For this edition of Horizon Insider, Kyle focuses in on HOW the features of Smart G2 benefit you, the customer. Additionally, he clarifies several facts and misconceptions surrounding both the latest generation of Spektrum chargers and batteries. Watch to learn more!

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[dronepatrone]

That's a nice safety feature especially for beginners. I spend the most time explaining lipo batteries to beginners conveying the benefits of and the dangers of lipo technology. This will help everyone!

[ThatGuy-pkyr]

Here’s an idea, add a balance lead, so people that have chargers that can ACTUALLY charge a large battery fast, can use these. Otherwise there is no point in going smart since you can’t charge large 6s battery’s fast.

[williamhoodtn]

These are really nice but always check the settings in the Smart Battery either with the updated (via firmware update) or new G2 charger or using the XBC100 checker (which also needs to have its firmware updated). Be sure to set your desired parameters for auto-storage time-frame, storage charge level and desired charge rate. I like the new G2 family (need more members!). IMHO: I think the value proposition is good for what you really get.

[LoveRC]

You guys have your charging technology all focused on AC. Our field is solar powered. How about a power pack that makes these chargers work with DC input?

[DonnieKluck]

Kyle, had a question for you as I am kind of new to the RC world or should say getting reacquainted after a 15 year hiatus. In regards to Spektrum ecosystem, when you say or hear or see "SMART" what is that in reference to? Is that only in reference to the battery technology or is it actually also apply to ESC, Motor, Transmitter, Receiver, etc.

I am just not sure I totally understand the Smart Technology as far as what it applies to products or if it really is meant for just referring to the batteries and chargers.

[mostlymissiles]

Some models require the balance lead like the night radian

[dannyhelton]

I have the S1500 what is the new update version number. I think I did the new update, but not sure. How do I know if I receive the new undated version?? Thanks

[TheReman]

i just got my Spektrum G2 5000mAh 100c 11.1v 3s battery, and on the box it says "lipo" but on the battery case it says "Lithium-Ion" are they the same? not sure what to make of this

[MelinsRCTech]

I have been using (dumb lipos) for many many years now but last week I wanted to test this smart stuff so I ordered a s155 g2 charger and 4 smart 3s 850mah g2 lipos for it.
So when trying to charge them the charger gave me a error saying no batteries detected on all 4 for of them?
So I measured the voltage on them with my multimeter and all 4 batteries showing 1.5 to 1.9 volts and the default storage voltage are 3.9volt/cell times 3 cells so it should be saying 11.7 volts not 1.5 Volts.
That beeing said all 4 batteries where dead out of the box and could not be charged.
I then tested a friends 3s 850mah g2 smart lipo and it worked fine on my charger.. Detected the battery and started the auto charge.
Now I am waiting on 4 new lipos on warranty and hopefully they will work fine but after this experience I have my doughts with this smart setup and not very impressed so far sorry to say.
I believe it that the circuit board built in to the lipos draw a small amount of current and over time drains these batteries but that is just my theory. 🤔
So zero benefits so far with these in my case not so smart setup.

[kirkul]

hi, how long does it take to charge a 2s 650mha, ? stock charger

[brettmccafferty]

Does it have it's own power source? Do you offer smart batteries down to 1c for my nano s2?

[billygoatracer]

Need help please, Arrma Felony with smart batteries, the battery level indicator lights on the remote are flashing green over and over none stop? Car is driving fine and working great but the remote lights is flashing and beeping

[cue]

Great explanation. I checked out the 2S G2 packs and they state “MAX CHARGE RATE 5C (25A)” but yet there is no G2 charger that supports charging at 25A. Is there another charger coming out that supports 25A? Was this an oversight and a firmware revision is going to be released for the S2200 charger to allow it to increase from a max of 20A to 25A? Especially since the G2 batteries cannot be charged on any non Spektrum charger on the market.

[johnpayne]

My smart checker did a update to my battery and now battery isn't showing voltage at all and doesn't seem to wanna charge

[pierreleclerc]

Hello!
Whit a Spektrum 2200 G2, can we charge Spektrum G2 batteries at fast charge without reduce life span of batteries (like charge at 4c rate a batterie 5c.)?
Tank for the answer.