Quick Hit Tech Tips - Spektrum Public Share Cloud Drive Intro, Tutorial and Tips

In this video Tom takes the time to introduce our new Google Drive! This Cloud based storage option replaces our older website based preset download system and opens up for a lot more user friendly options and accessibility. Follow along to learn more!

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[epoweredrc]

Very very nice Tom, this is what i think should have been all along.. So question. Would I be able to go on there and download the file for the AR637 TA that comes in the Cessna 150T and save it and put that file into a AR8360T rx? so i could have all the factory AS3X settings?
I think sometimes would be cool to share files, like i have many ask about full span ailerons on my Timber X.

[khandler]

Yes, I also like the concept of sharing receiver files. Good idea...

[ericmeyers]

Hey Tom, some contrarian thoughts on this technology, FWIW: okay, you're making it easier for guys to download (except for guys like James, Daniel or Jim below, of which there are peeelenty) so guys can use somebody's idea of what constitutes a "good set-up". Isn't this a bit like the old saying "Give a guy a fish, feed 'em for a day. Teach how to fish, feed 'em for a lifetime?". Here, you're giving a guy a fish. What if a guy uses different switch locations? What about a different philosophy for gyro gains? What if they don't fly the same maneuvers? What if they aren't as skilled a flyer (some advanced setups will destroy a plane in noob hands.) Years ago I thought pre-programs were a good idea, but I've evolved after seeing that guys are rarely successful with an imported set-up - and most times, it takes more time to adapt the pre-program to individual needs than it would to start from scratch (at least, once you have a basic understanding of what to do.) While I've been at this awhile, I can program most planes and helis in 15 minutes or less - unless it's something hairy like swing wings, gear doors etc. and there's a big plus: I know what I've programmed in (where all the switches are, what they do and WHY I've done it.) The problem - IMO - is that guys who rely on pre-programs may not ever get into the radio enough to do their own thinking. Is that good? Does this concept really save time? I'm sure my thoughts will attract guys saying SPM pre-programs work for them, great for you guys. But I hope SPM continues to help "teach guys to fish" - understand what features are used for, why and how to adjust to suit your own tastes and abilities. p.s. oops, I just read "AfterburnerRC" response - he said essentially the same thing in 1/10th the space!

[afterburnerrc]

Great job Spektrum! I like the concept of sharing receiver files but in practice sounds really dangerous. My biggest concern is radio button, switch configurations as it seems everyone does something different. I would rather see you guys spend this time making more product, instruction videos, tips/tricks etc about your iX series radios.

[dougmcginnis]

Thanks, this is a much simpler approach than before.

[jimriggle]

Tom, Sounds wonderful but, I don't understand how to "get up on the cloud and to your new site"? Thanks, Cubnuts

[kensproles]

Tom I always enjoy the HAND training!!! LOL I just figured out I have to be signed into Google. Is there a way to view profiles for model setups?

[AlanBeezley]

Done AR 637TA Firmware update using Spektrum cable which PC says is successful. Problem is now as soon as disconnect the cable and apply a battery, the receiver lights up with an irregular orange flashing light. It needs a bind back to the model but can't do it as receiver already flashing. What have I done wrong? Is the receiver now defunct?

[fastsum]

Where did you get f s
Presets? I need the fms 980mm P40 sets?

[JamesWhite-yjsd]

SO YOUR THE GUY RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL THIS CRAZYNESS
THANKS FOR MAKING MY FIFE MORE COMPLICATED
THUMBS DOWN TIMES 1000

[danielcowdin]

Thanks for the quick reply!
I have got the hbz3850 Aeroscout s .arm file in my phone.
How do I get that file into the receiver programming app on my phone?

[roebicholler]

I have a question about the AS3X receivers. I have a new AR630, can i use it in different planes by moving it back and forth? What happens with the AS3X settings, are they saved on the transmitter for every model profile individually (which would be ideal) or on the receiver itself? And would it be necessary to set things up every time again?

[kensproles]

Ok serious question. How do I know the presets on this drive match the original presets / profile that I have on my TX and receiver? I have an Apprentice STS that is set up with things like (a bit of up elevator when taking off) How do I know the preset here has that? I know probably a loaded question from a newbie(me)

[neilwhite]

There are not many IX transmitter pre-sets, but loads of NX Transmitter pre-sets, when are these going to be available for the IX transmitters. Seems quite strange that the flag ship transmitter doesn't have that many

[danielcowdin]

Can the downloadable files be uploaded from an android phone to the ar 636 receiver with the Spektrum BLE bluetooth programming module?