FrSky Taranis R9 Transmitters and Receivers Slim vs Slim+, Mini vs MM

[@SimRacer101]

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[@dronereviewman9580]

Im really interested in long range!!! Thanks 4 posting this!!!

[@mrphucyoo8281]

How have I not come across this channel already? I've been looking around for all kinds of info on using my xlite and end up on Facebook or Google search! Well I'm subbed so well done you!

[@admarshall4]

Frsky has the most confusing product range, compatibility and firmware I've ever experienced. This video is GOLD.

[@johncarold]

Look how far we have gone with our radio's. hope to see you back some day.

[@DanRichmondFPV]

Thank you for making this video I was so confused about all the options but not anymore! Thanks again!

[@TweakRacer]

Your videos have steered me towards the R9 system. Now waiting for my R9M/R9MM promo combo. Thanks Mark! Also, thanks for clarifying the difference between IPEX 1 and 4. This answers my question/comment from your Slim+/Immortal T video. Thank you! Interested to see your reviews of the Super 8 and Mox antennas. Local fast guys here all dropped the Diamond in favor of the Mox FWIW. Also, TrueRC is about to release an RP-SMA version of the Mox! @13:20 You said Crossfire but meant X-Lite :)

[@DJMina23]

Fantastic video! Finally clarifying the R9 system. Much appreciated. Liked and subscribed

[@mihavuk]

Thank you so much!! Without this video I would never be able to make my R9 slim plus working with F4 board using Fport. You have new subscriber of course.

[@j_kramer]

Great overview! I'll add this to the top of our FAQ on the FB group. (btw everyone go check out the R9 FB group. A couple things I noticed: The R9 Slim+ is still only one RX, just two antennas. Probably just misspoke. The R9M does have an xt30 now, but it really doesn't "suck" power. A good internal is all everyone but the most extreme long rangers will ever need. Other than that, this has to be the best overview of the system I've seen yet. Up to date, concise, and no misinformation! Thanks :)

[@SimRacer101]

I've never gotten mine up to 1W so that was hearsay. Good to know. Thanks!

[@jbengineering2681]

2 years and the r9m never fail safe ever

[@NicuIrimia]

Hi Mark, at 9:22 I noticed that you already have gps installed on your M515.. I have been trying to get GPS working on mine for more than 72 hours now. No soft serial worked for me and I have tried PPM pin and also LED strip pin without success. My rxtx3 it taken by the smartaudio and rxtx6 by the smartport for telemetry of the r9mm receiver. I first tried to get Fport working from the r9mm receiver, also without success. My plan was to get control and telemetry on one wire so I can have a uart free for gps. I tested my BN-180 on a logic analyzer and it works just fine, it's the mamba controller that doesn't want to play. Please help me out with some tips on how you did it.

[@SimRacer101]

Unfortunately that is a project I never finished. It’s connected and works in Betaflight, but I couldn’t get it to pick up enough satellites to actually work. I haven’t had a chance to get back to it.

[@NicuIrimia]

@@SimRacer101 Thank you for answering. That stage will also work for me. The reduced number of satellites can possibly be from proximity to a vtx antenna. Please share how you connected and betaflight secret cli lines :) .Thank you in advance!

[@thomasvelsvik7423]

Hello. I wonder. Are you sure you can not update the module while it is in modulbay on qx7? You mention it 10:56 in the video.

[@jandomingo9806]

I got the r9m mm combo. How to solder up the reciever? No pinout wheres the 5v, gnd and sbus?

[@brunogp8269]

That ipex 4 connectors are a pain in the neck, broke one, they are so small it's almost Impossible to solder with a regular soldering iron. Loved the video 👌

[@illmilltube]

what is the difference between the new frsky MX, MM, and Mini receivers? the MX says it's the upgraded version of the previous Mini/MM receivers. But they also have new Mini/MM receivers too. So there are three 'mini' size r9 receivers to choose from. They all appear to have OTA updating (not really a selling point for me). For what reasons would I choose one over the others? This is so dumb of them.

[@alerx94]

Good job, with the actual situation (aka tbs crying over a dipole) a lot of people bought the r9 combo, which btw for 29$ it's a no brainer. This video cleared all the things that might be confusing, so thanks a lot!

[@shawnzfpv]

Have you seen the $85 combo with 3x R9mm rx + 3 of the 'T' antennas? crazy cheap and in stock!

[@yayathidayat6678]

Just bought qx7 with r9m module on it. Glad to know about "inverted uninverted inverted"

[@glenmccall4571]

I noticed you GPS does that mean when you reach your range on how far it will go with this set up .. will it kick in and rth automatically.. or will it go the range it set up for and not worry about the RTH kicking in... Only ask this cause my GPS keeps kicking in on it on when I only go 100 yard s

[@raymondwilliams6878]

Thanks for this great video...Already have the module and the rxs are on the slow boat...Wish I would have had this resource when making my decision. Would have saved me some time...This is a great, concise summary of everything!

[@TheXanthoman]

Super helpful . Also , does the frsky r9-f765 pilot (r9 version) come with the mini or the mm attached ? thanks

[@glenmccall4571]

Two questions can I just use a xmplus with my r9m without a mini. As I have this other drone that i set up with gps RTH but every time I fly now it RTH on it on at about 100ft or it's range which is still in my site . Now even 300 ..it. Just does it's thing and fly back then I get control of it.. that's good it's work in all but I can't even fly far with line of sight.. what settings do I need to set to stop that. And yes I do need my RTH cause am a beginner .. lol

[@snowballfpv7583]

Hi . I run a 3s as my internal battery on my taranis. You mentioned that you shouldn't use a 3s on it . On the instructions for the R9m it's says vin voltage range: DC 4V - 12.6V which is 3s . I understand that External power shouldn't be greater than 2s but I'm a little confused about the internal battery. Hope this makes sense 😀

[@silbaerFPV]

*internal* power is DC 4V-12.6V (3s) and *external* power is DC 4V-12V! See the manuals: www.frsky-rc.com/r9m/

[@MrBMWerner]

is there a way to put a connector on the R9MM receiver?

[@manuelfalcon334]

What up man... I need your help with something..... I got a R9m lite pro on an x lite pro using a r9 mini and I’m trying to use one model for the 2 quads that I have but it won’t let me... it says bind successfully and then immediately the red light starts to flash and it un binds. Please please help there is 0 info on this in the internet and Frsky won’t answer my emails. Thank you in advance

[@omkarbilla]

Can I use Slim + (900 mhz) receiver and archer 6 receiver with Taranis XQ7(r9m module) EU version?

[@rl2769]

Thanks. I’ve watched so many videos on the r9 and this video is the most helpful. 👍

[@glenmccall4571]

Can't seem to get it to bind

[@manuelsmeets9392]

DroneRacer101 I have a 3s 18650 battery in my qx7. You said that you should not connect it to 3s but is that only for external power? And is the power that is coming from the module bay also 3s power if you use 3s or is there a regulator?

[@silbaerFPV]

*internal* power is DC 4V-12.6V (3s) and *external* power is DC 4V-12V! See the manuals: www.frsky-rc.com/r9m/

[@LordGryllwotth]

I updated my R9M firmware on my q7s in the bay. But I cannot update my R9 Slim Plus on my Q7S, tried bottom SBUS and the module bay. No dice. I don't know what firmware my Slim is using... The antenna you had on the Red r9m module is a amateur radio antenna for 144MHz.

[@amirullaahad955]

i was wondering why r9 slim plus way cheaper than r9.is it because its lighter or any other reason?

[@PontusThePilot]

Is it possible to have EU-version on the internal module and non-EU on the external R9M and slim+, and still have it working?

[@EnggMohdRafe]

very much useful. Before seeing this i could have bought wrong one.

[@FPVisioning]

So what do I solder the s.port on the r9 mini mm to?

[@MrLDavids]

Does the inverted s/port also support F port...?

[@NicuIrimia]

Hi, please make a video on how to wire and setup gps on the M515. Until then: what port did you use? or re-allocated resource

[@usarmyfl1]

Thanks for this. It can get confusing with so many different options. :)

[@financa4274]

Do the R9 Transmitter Modul even work without the R9 Receiver? I mean, can I connect it to other Receivers as well?

[@rahmadianfam2184]

How to get full telemetry on r9 mini with f4, thank you

[@wiiftw]

I'm wanting to use a R9MM for a wing, can you offer any suggestions on how to wire the servos and ESC to the receiver? You mentioned you would have to get power to the servos, if there's no voltage out on the R9MM does that mean they would have to be powered off a separate battery?

[@markskelly7939]

What is the pin spacing/type on the R9 mini and R9MM? It's something smaller than 2.54mm but looks larger than 1.25mm

[@jordannovek2911]

Im still new to this but is the installation pretty straight forward ? Any soldering ? Thank you !

[@apolkxi]

Yap. This is an awesome chance for us to get long range system at a crazy low price. I gotten the $29 combo a module and receiver 15hours ago. (Coz i use X lite 😅) I would still Choose crossfire combo if you want more then 1 long range quard. (More receiver)

[@crackup007]

Very good review! The antennas have to be placed in some specific position to have better reception? Do they have any polarization?

[@typeOhh]

So I managed to plug my M9M onto my Quadrocopter. Feels a bit heavier now though. Will I just keep the receiver thing in my pocket or should I keep it inside that tiny drawer at the back of the radio? I bet some people have their tiny drawers full of receivers ha.

[@outboxfpv4360]

Hi sir Does R9m module work on qx7 with 2x18650 Batt mode

[@r.k.456]

Thank you very much. It would be nice if you would review the new antennas from frsky and maybe doin a long range test?

[@SimRacer101]

That is still in the works, But long range opportunities are very very rare for me.

[@Heiple2007]

Nice breakdown Mark, great info. Jeff

[@patsjoholm]

You know what I can't find anywhere is the expected range of the R9M lite. Assuming it's 1/10th of the full size?

[@patsjoholm]

Definitely curious to see results of Super 8. Not needing an adapter to convert to TBS diamond might give even better reception (given its quality is the same, of course).

[@SimRacer101]

I am curious as well, but, especially at 900mhz the db loss from the adapter should be negligible.

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic, Mark! Agree 100%! 😃

[@paulpark4899]

Whats the diff between MM and mini

[@christianorecur312]

Do you need the R9module to use the R9 slim ???

[@filiped7298]

Newbie question: what’s the difference between the R9 receivers and something like an XM+? Is just the range? Do I gain anything for stop using the xm+ and start using the R9 instead? Thanks

[@profitfpv8377]

Filipe D the r9 system uses the 900mhz frequency whereas the xm+ is a 2.4GHZ system... Typically you will get longer range with a lower frequency which also equates to a longer wave length

[@profitfpv8377]

The r9 uses 900mhz frequency... Same as the crossfire system

[@filiped7298]

Yah*FPV DaRealKingaling but is there any disadvantage of using the R9 in all the quads instead of a XM+

[@brunogp8269]

@@filiped7298 only the price. Xm+ is a good and cheap reciever for a regular use, but it only has rssi.If you wanna go far or fly your quad on abandoned places where you can loose your signal you have to choose this kind of system. For racing or flying close the xm+ is perfect.

[@profitfpv8377]

@@filiped7298 Id have to agree with Bruno GP

[@adcrane]

Just the explainer I was looking for.

[@jjj25313]

Are there range differences?

[@montypeak8417]

Hey Mark! Just fyi. I havent tested but heard that running a single antenna on the slim+ gets better range on the side with the LEDs vs the side without. Might check it out

[@hcmaclub5905]

So if my taranis has a 3s in it I should take it out to use this module?

[@alchemicalanarchist]

What are good battery options to power the module?

[@dimitrisdimitriou9769]

Hi, the inverted s. Port pin it is also inverted f. Port pin? Or f. Port working only in second pin?

[@SimRacer101]

Yes it reverses that pin which is used for both SBus and FPort.

[@Ivar1231]

This video is great.. He knows this stuff very well... Thank you so much dude 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@simonfpv7793]

Great video but slim reciver got a univerted s.port pad between 2 capacitor on electronic plade but only in ver 2.1 got it from frsky support in my quadcopter it's working

[@SimRacer101]

Ah, I didn’t realize they had added that. Thanks.

[@saideekshithreddykandula36]

brother could u please make a video on how to connect that r9 receiver to pixhawk and connecting r9m to tx ur videos ar vry gud i can understand easily. so please make a video on them

[@studywithme5085]

So what's the range??

[@jayward7536]

will the slimplus work on a fixed wing

[@BBooka]

Wow this is great video. Where all needed informations are listed. Must bookmarked video. Thank you for such videos. (Y)

[@jonpacheco7581]

Good video! Thanks for leading me in the right direction!👍🏽🤙🏽😃

[@Vaughnboilore]

The difference between the two that look the same is the firmware that you can download from frsky.doesn’t matter which one you buy as long as you load the firmware on it! That way you can run fport also

[@SimRacer101]

Hmm have you confirmed that. I don’t believe that is the case.

[@MatthewColeman]

you can use a 3s INSIDE your radio ONLY - external 2S only - i use a 3s internal no problems

[@AlaskaRuzz]

Yep. Me too.

[@hcmaclub5905]

Thanks was looking for confirmation on this

[@bradersladders1500]

Any whispers of FlySky bringing out a r9/crossfire competitor?

[@elis51501]

FrSky 2000mAh 7.2v NiMH Battery for Taranis Q X7 Can you use this battery to power both the transmitter and the r9m?

[@SimRacer101]

The latest model says it is good to 4v so you should be fine.

[@georgenaps5255]

New subscriber here!!! Awesome video....good stuff

[@snowballfpv7583]

Got mine coming this week. 😀

[@DashzRight]

I just bought a R9M and R9MM combo with 2 rx and they are so bad that none work. I had tu buy de R9 slim and wait for it to arrive. Didnt know the qc was so horrible in these. Which makes me doubt about the reliability... good vid btw

[@mrtokyo1989]

Hello. What determines if it is 868mhz or 900mhz. is it firmware? Or the antenna? or the module? I'm thinking of buying this from banggood. Living in europe so must use 868mhz. But how do I know what I get?

[@SimRacer101]

It’s mostly the firmware. If you get one flashed with FC firmware you can reflash it with eu firmware. The stock antenna are the same for both. You can get a custom tuned antenna for eu or fcc but I still mostly use the TBS antenna.

[@travis.stevens]

I'm looking to get into FPV and am looking into the X-Lite (also awaiting delivery of Tinyhawk Kit). From GearBest there is a version of the X-Lite that comes with the R9 or one that comes with the 18650 caps. Do I need the R9 receivers to bind to an emax Tinyhawk (for example). I've watch hours and hours of "basics" videos but am still slightly confused. Please help. Sub'd.

[@mokshpatel6986]

Sir I am beginner soo which is better for me on qx7

[@Crysinator]

I'm new to FPV and I decided to go for the Taranis X9D Plus SE 2019 with the R9M/R9 Slim+ 2019. Unfortunately I live in the EU and need the 868 MHz version. Do you know if the 868/900 MHz version are the same with a different firmware or are they physically different. Also there is no EU version of the radio. Will I be able to use it with the EU R9M/Slim+? Thank you :)

[@SimRacer101]

It will work with both. Just a firmware load.

[@zoxwolf2133]

Do people run helicopters on long range systems? Or is this reserved for airplanes only?

[@SimRacer101]

Do you mean quadcopters? Those do for sure. Helicopters I have only seen a few people do FPV with.

[@zoxwolf2133]

@@SimRacer101 No, i mean ccpm helicopter. Do ppl run frsky long range systems on helis. I have some thoughts to build .90 size gasser as drone uav aircraft...

[@pierstaylor7780]

Thank you for the video, They are cheap as the are too confusing to add the correct firmware that matches any transmitter. For instance to pair a jumper t18 with r9mm is near impossible - there are so many firmware platforms that don’t match, There is no help from FrSky. Every “expert” that bothered to reply has said to avoid the r9 system. If you want to get a device in the air then AVOID the r9 by frsky

[@Kevin.OBrien44]

Should I get this r9m or just stay with the qx7 and a rxsr

[@OzFPVflyer]

Get the R9m, easy to setup with the QX7.

[@TJenga]

Quick unrelated question, the gps on your quad, how’s the accuracy? My M8N is no where near as accurate as I would like, maybe cause I sill have it in the shrink wrap? Like the R9 video im definitely getting the r9 mm

[@alexoliver9201]

Extremely informative video 🙏🏻 thanks for the help

[@Rich-TeaFPV]

I'm wondering of the modules will work in the new FlySky Nirvana? 😀

[@SimRacer101]

I heard somewhere that it would not. But I can’t imagine why that would be the case.

[@PK-zf9wm]

Can you get lua scripts from the mm or slims? Running kiss no osd in my future.

[@SimRacer101]

Yep, you can as long as you hook up S-Port or F-Port so you have telemetry.

[@marizatiablae]

great and useful video. Finally i got all the options... :D

[@mrtokyo1989]

Thank you for explaining everything so well. ++++

[@nerdCopter]

+1👍 thanks again DR101

[@topcatgc1]

Thnx great information

[@timbenham516]

Thanks🖒

[@trophythedrifter]

on my experience: X-lite + R-XSR: worth range: 250m, best range 550m. X-lite + R9M + R9 mini or slim +: worth range: 50m, best range 350m under 25mW X-lite + R9M + R9 mini or slim+: worth range: 150m, best range 600m under 100mW (No telemetry, lol ! we are in 2018) All in the same field, with lastest firmeware. A sold all this R9 shit and gone back into 2.4Ghz !!

[@alerx94]

seems like someone has some really bad antennas/antenna placement

[@trophythedrifter]

All stuff is provided by FrSky and non modified. but how can they sell antennas that work in 868mhz, 900mhz and 915 mhz at the same time ? Should they all have the same length ? I tested the range without a quad, only battery + receiver, it's exactly the same problem. FrSky don't want know about that, they said " 50m only? it's fine, it work !"

[@exexgr6897]

i agree with you. "X-lite + R-XSR" is a good combination.

[@LordGryllwotth]

Hey. I have no clue what my range is. But on the 2.4GHz I could only fly 800m before the rrsi got to low. I will try R9 on a areoplane with return to home this summer.

[@jbengineering2681]

The r9mm is junk I went through 5 to get one to work but has worked for 2 years now

[@aleks3a00]

Super!

[@lobo5212]

je je the immortal tea,,, neeeed a six pack of those

[@dollybeagle1521]

Don't know why Frsky don't just use the same connector on all of their receivers. That mmcx would be perfect.

[@doenmetjeroen]

Please do a giveaway for the r9m lite, need one of those! Q: Does the MM work well with my MATEK F405 STD? Will be waiting for your next great video.

[@SimRacer101]

Not likely to give one away, but the MM will work great with the F405 now and the bundle is only $30 bit.ly/2BYgvJa

[@MrJoseJasso]

Nice!!

[@EnglishTurbines]

Useful info, especially the R9MM info...ffs....FrSky make it complicated huh..?

[@RR123]

Can't wait for the ipex4 and super8 to be reviewed. I've only found them here for now: www.horusrc.com/en/coming-soon.html

[@MrJarrod]

I got the adapter with my immortal T

[@just_noXi]

Keep in mind that adapters are always a bad idea in rf. The less adapters the better.