A Successful Maiden

Robin Trump and His Gee-Bee R2

Jeti user Robin Trumpp successfully flew his scale Gee Bee R-2 for the first time last month. On his aircraft he runs a Jeti Central Box 210 for his power needs and flies it on a Jeti DS-24! With the MRPM sensor, he can get flight data regarding the propeller speed (RPM) of his model. In addition to his Jeti equipment, Robin is running a Filala/Valach 250 radial engine and Ditex EL 3214 servos. Great job on your successful maiden flight!

About The Bee Gee R-2

The plane Robin is flying is the Gee Bee R-2. This scale model is a replica of the 1932 plane of the same name (Bee Gee R-2). It was built, along with the Gee Bee R-1, as a racing aircraft by Granville Brothers Aircraft. The special design of the fuselage – tear drop instead of straight-tapered – was intended to lower the drag on the aircraft. In order to do this, the fuselage was designed to be wider than the engine. The placement of the cockpit has a special design too. It was placed right in front of the vertical stabilizer to aid in vision during pylon turns. The Gee Bee R-1/2 was known to be a record setter, but also a dangerous plane, unfortunately causing the death of one pilot and injuring another. Despite the unfortunate incidents, many pilots loved how well the Gee Bee R-1/2 flew.

1991, the a R-2 Replica was made by Steve Wolf and Delmar Benjamin. Benjamin flew this replica many times in aerobatic performances at airshows until 2002, when he retired it. It currently is housed in the Fantasy of Flight museum in Orlampa, Florida (Yes, it is a real place!), not to far from our very own shop here in Florida!

Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Granville_Gee_Bee_Model_R_Super_Sportster
https://www.avweb.com/air-shows-events/delmar-benjamin-the-need-for-speed/
https://www.airport-data.com/aircraft/N2101.html
Information and photo about Robin Trump from Jeti Model Facebook.

Jeti Al Carte?

Jeti’s Ability to Get Just What You Need

Have you ever run into a situation when shopping for a product where you need more than the basic model offers, but not necessarily all the bells and whistles of the top model? Typically you end up getting stuck paying for something you do not need and won’t utilize. Jeti understood the assignment. The Jeti line of transmitters are not just offered in several model options, but they took the customizable advantage one step higher with the ability to add-on software modules as you need them.

Having the ability to pick-and-choose the software features you will use is a more economical way to fly Jeti. There is no need to pay for a feature you will never use, instead, put that dough towards more airplanes (or Jeti equipment)!

Don’t worry though, you can continue to purchase module add-ons for the entire lifetime of the product. This way, you don’t have to worry if your RC needs change, simply purchase what you need when you need it!

Jeti DS-16 G2’s, Jeti DS-14 G2’s, and Jeti DS-12’s are all available for software module upgrades. The chart below shows what each transmitter has and what can be upgraded.

If you don’t want to purchase each module al carte, but do not need all the software modules, we have options for you too! All of our DS-12 Transmitters offer software packages. We grouped together the modules we felt were most used and provided them to you in pre-installed packages. Not only does it result in fewer steps on your part, it also can save you a little! Our standard DS-12s offer four versions: Basic, Package A, Package B, or Deluxe. Special Edition DS-12s are offered in Basic or Deluxe only. You can see what that includes below.

* Prices are listed in Euros, and subject to change.

It is simple to purchase the software modules.

Here is how to do it:

Step 1: Head to swshop.jetimodel.com.

Step 2: Find the product you purchased and click “Register New Device”. You will need to create a username and password, if you do not already have one. In addition you will need the serial number and registration number found in the transmitter.

Step 3: Purchase your modules. You will then receive an email (within a few days) with an activation file. Once your receive this file, connect your transmitter to your PC with your USB cord and extract the activation file into the root file of your transmitter.

Please note: Activation files “activation.bin” are created and sent manually, every day from Monday to Friday from 6am to 1pm UTC. They will not be sent out outside of these times.

Check out our line of transmitters here or at Esprit Tech!

New Addition to Our Line of Elite Motors

Just Added, Built in Telemetry

The new Esprit Elite HD Outrunners have a built in telemetry sensor to measure the core temperature of the motor. They are offered in 30cc, 35cc, and 40cc equivalents. Get the telemetry in real time on your Jeti Transmitter screen!

Elite series motors are the culmination of years spent designing and testing in extreme environments. Motors feature hardened steel shafts, built in fans, and a large radial bearing designed to carry the load placed on the open end of the rotor. Elite T125 (Jeti EX, Graupner HoTT, Futaba S.Bus2) micro telemetry sensor is installed in the motor to measure core temperature. These features, combined with an easy to maintain and repair design, promise years of worry free use.

Head on over to the site and check them out!

Jeti Brushless ESC’s

Four Lines; Something for Each Of Us

When it comes to electronic speed controls, Jeti has a wide array of options available. Read on to see what each line has to offer.

Jeti ECO

The ECO line delivers BIG Jeti quality to your small electric park-flyer or electric sailplane applications, while staying at an economical price point.

  • Basic, economical ESC
  • Four programable functions via jumper pins on the ESC
    • Brake on/off
    • Lipo or NiCD/NiMH cutoff
  • Built in linear BECs

Jeti Advance Pro

The Advance Pro ESC line is both easy to use and full of features, making it a great choice for any novice pilot or a pilot looking for something simple.

  • Easy to use, economical ESC
  • Programable through Jeti Programming Card
    • Battery Type
    • Motor Cutoff Voltage
    • Hard or Soft Cutoff
    • Propeller Brake
    • Timing
    • Acceleration
  • Offered in either a Linear or Switching BEC version or in an Opto version

SPIN PRO

Next in Jeti’s line of ESCs are the Spin Pro Series. These guys take it one step above basic with the introduction of basic logged telemetry data. In addition, it allows for firmware updates via a Jeti USB Adapter and your PC with Jeti Studio.

  • Perfect for your intermediate user
  • Fully programable through Jeti Spin Box
  • Basic logged telemetry
    • Peak Temperature
    • Max/Min Current
    • Motor RPM
  • Offered in either a Switching BEC version or an Opto version
  • Updateable firmware via Jeti USBa

Jeti Mezon Evo

Introducing the next level of integration with the Jeti Mezon Pro ESCs. With these guys, you can get real-time telemetry feedback directly on your Jeti Transmitter!

  • Advanced user
  • Fully programable via Device Explorer on your Jeti transmitter
  • Real-time telemetry data feedback
    • Amperage
    • Voltage
    • Capacity Consumed From Battery
    • Calculated Power Output of System
    • Temperature/ BEC Temperature
    • Motor RPM
  • Offered in either a Switching BEC version or an Opto version
  • Updateable firmware via Jeti USBa
  • High voltage compatible

Suggested Accessories:

Jeti Programming Card

Jeti Spin Box

Jeti USBa