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Windows CE R/C Transmitter

Posted by michael on from the where's-the-autopilot? dept.

Si24601 writes "Futaba has released details of a new radio transmitter, the 14MZ, that incorporates a 640x240 colour touch screen, runs Window CE and uses a Compact Flash card. As someone in the midst of building a semi-autonomous model yacht, this screams to be used for telemetry feedback. Fly RC Magazine has a review of the 14MZ."

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  1. yeah ok by NetMagi · · Score: 1, Redundant

    Like I REALLY want something running windows ANYTHING controlling my brushless R/C doing 60+ mph. This is one of those areas of tech where the item CANNOT fail. It's not acceptable for a lockup or restart to occur when you're R/C plane is in the middle of a stall or you're car/truck is doin 60mph str8 into a wall.

    I hope they have success with it, but I'd prefer one of the simpler computerized transmitters already on the market personally.