Smart Drive! A Perfect Basher & Racer Radio? Spektrum DX5 PRO DSMR Transmitter Review

Smart Drive! A Perfect Basher & Racer Radio? Spektrum DX5 PRO DSMR Transmitter Review | RC Driver

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Like vehicles, chargers and batteries, there certainly isn’t a shortage in selection. The same holds true for radio equipment. There are many models to choose from and that’s just in the offerings from Spektrum RC. We got our hands on the recently released Spektrum DX5 Pro to show you what it’s all about and hopefully you can decide if this is the right Spektrum radio for you. What makes this radio noteable is tons of functionality, great ergonomics and it comes preset with Smart Drive Modes that works in conjunction with several vehicles offered under the Horizon Hobby brand. Vehicles like the DBXL-E (8S), Super Baja Rey (6S), 3XL-E (6S), Tenacity SCT, Tenacity MT and the Tenacity T. In this video, we’ll highlights some features and show off how those Smart Drive Modes work.
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@bigjay4142 5 жыл бұрын

I just pick one up on the weekend for my TRX 4 and Vanquish vrs 10 And I’ll get a few extra receiver for my bashers later on Great review Hope to see lots videos in 2019 and happy new year

@drjavogel 5 жыл бұрын

Nice radio and great review Greg. Thanks.

@rcdriver 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks John! Vogel huh? Do you get a lot of people asking you if you know what your last name means in German? I do lol

@peterrcbasher 5 жыл бұрын

Cool video Greg!!

@ronaldvargasmontero9404 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video and excellent radio system

@INMGRC 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice run big thumbs up my friend XD

@gortt7611 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed that thank you!

@davidturner2365 5 жыл бұрын

I’m still using a dx3r looks a cool transmitter

@blueridge8992 5 жыл бұрын

Man it’s so big! I really want to try AVS so I’ve been considering the DX5 Rugged but it’s a bummer to see how large they are. After seeing this I’ll probably replace my firmware hacked FS-GT3c with a FS-GT5 and try Flysky’s built-in traction and stability control for now. At least I won’t have to change all my receivers. So thanks for the video dude. Just saved me like $500.

@austindunaway5508 5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a good radio!

@paulonorato4081 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Greg...nice that they give you a spare wheel in case you get a flat. ;)

@rcdriver 5 жыл бұрын

LOL, You never know!

@carternikolas2438 3 жыл бұрын

a tip : watch series at Kaldrostream. Been using it for watching loads of movies lately.

@albertomessiah7829 3 жыл бұрын

@Carter Nikolas yup, been using Kaldrostream for since november myself :)

@jamesperrine1984 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video but if I may make a suggestion. When showing items of a dark color, it would be a good idea to wear light colored clothing and put down a light colored table cloth. It would really make whatever you are presenting pop. Just something I learned when watching QVC back in the day. Cool radio btw

@STEVOD313 5 жыл бұрын

Good looking radio, I think I would opt for the new Rugged Spektrum

@STEVOD313 5 жыл бұрын

Thid does have a lot of great options, im not sure if the rugged has this many features, I guess it depends on what type of RCing u do to decide on which is better for u, as always great review Greg

@fragu123 4 жыл бұрын

The rugged is much slower....

@AkagiPro1 5 жыл бұрын

Hi can you help provide any information on the telemetry display setup?!? Can’t seem to get the live information to display on the main screen about my motor temperature with the sensor connected, using the SR6000 rx.. thanks love the channel 👍🏻

@ericchristopher9037 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! I’d love to have one, but my expertise is purely average at best. This radio is purely for the expert racer. But, WOW!

@TheDeLeonGarageCollection 4 жыл бұрын

Can’t make up my mind. I have about 20 vehicles, ,4 crawlers, 3 SC trucks, a few Monster trucks and a the rest are scalers and drifters. My DX3 still works flawlessly but I dread the day I have to swap out 20 DSM, DSM2 and DSMX receivers as the old spektrum SR3100s are getting hard to find. The rugged looks cool but I’ve never dropped a radio and I don’t plan on it anytime soon. I just don’t want a new radio with issues or battery problems. The scroll wheels do get a little figgidy but that backlight and avc would be nice for one of my avc 2wd losi trucks

@JakubKnopp 5 жыл бұрын

With the telemetry can you see the batery voltage in your rig? :)

@hallamnet 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. Any chance you could record a video with the the different Transmitters Telemetry capabilities? I'm in the market for a new transmitter and want to get Telemetry included. There doesn't seem to be any dedicated reviews out there just on the telemetry for Spektrum or Futaba. Thanks and keep up the great vid's!

@lisocampos8080 5 жыл бұрын

Typhon 3s!

@offthehook8989 4 жыл бұрын

Can the 4 or 5 options be used on trucks that arent already preloaded? Example..can i program this remote to use the trainer mode with my arma kraton?

@lakenyoung1192 5 жыл бұрын

What does the back of the wheel look like. Like the pattern

@dynasty4851 4 жыл бұрын

How do you change full rip? How to switch to training mode? How to make it show how my volts you have left?

@iamoption11 5 жыл бұрын

I got this radio system it's sweet a lot of bang for the buck LOL

@user-dz2jv4in5z 5 жыл бұрын

How is that funny?

@napoleontannerite8452 5 жыл бұрын

I might find someone in the dirt oval community and see how it works for open sc mod and stuff I’ve been using the dx4c since it came out and it’s been great but this seems like it offers more to help make a smoother faster lap

@felixotero1 5 жыл бұрын

Just picked up this radio but stuck on what is the knob and switch on the side of it manual don’t show anything about them

@lifeonmars2971 4 жыл бұрын

Great video.. love your channel. I was hoping you could help me.. I'm new to the rc world and know very little(nothing). I recently purchased a losi xl-e 2.0 and I love it!! I want to upgrade to a new radio.. I'm looking at the Spektrum dx 5 pro ..but I noticed the dx6r but I haven't seen any good review videos on it. Have you tried the dx6r ..if so would you recommend it? Or should I just get the dx5pro? Now I did purchased a sanwa mx6 (haven't used it yet) and a flysky noble nb4(haven't used it yet) reason why I haven't used those two yet is because I feel I should stick with the same Spektrum product as my buggy. Hope you don't mind the questions.

@rcjer6473 4 жыл бұрын

I like the dx5c or the rugged. Especially if it's your first rc and you want a good radio.

@s550gb 3 жыл бұрын

What if i have my remote set up already can i go to different modes and go back to exactly how i had it set up?

@lavaughnhopkins8373 Жыл бұрын

Is the throttle response better on the pro I have the 5 smart

@mdraigtr2406 7 ай бұрын

Can use on all stock receivers by arrma cars?

@anthonybush9101 5 жыл бұрын

What's the big difference between radios?

@vincebrizio953 3 ай бұрын

Hi , a question: Spektrum DX6C ( of maybe DX5C ) is compatible with my possible future Mini-z MR04 EVO2? I also do model flying, I have a lot of Spektrum Rx for my DX8, can I use them for the DX6C ? e.g. Vince

@maciejmm44 5 жыл бұрын

I have DX5R manual awful..too many buttons cant figure out what's what..had to recal my super baja rey dozen x's...seems to default to negative th..dont know if due to avc...drive mode dont see slick or anything..spektrum put out a tutorial!!!

@buchel1033 5 жыл бұрын

Hey i have a few questions. For a lipo battery what does the s in 2s or 3s mean, what does the c in 20c or 30c mean and whats the main difference between lipo and nimh batteries. I hope you can answer me

@ryanp.8807 5 жыл бұрын

I'm no pro, but the higher c rating on the battery wrapping means the discharge, or amount of juice the battery is putting out. The "s" in 2s, 3s, etc, means the amount of cells. 2s means 2 cells. 3s means 3 cells. LiPo batteries have a higher voltage, HIGHER DISCHARGE rate (more punch when you floor it :)), and take specialty chargers. NiMH batteries have a lower voltage, but are much safer and take a specialty charger. When charging a LiPo battery, you NEED TO ALWAYS CHECK YOUR BATTERY!!!! Many videos explain this, but if youre starting out with a cheap car, Gens Ace LiPo batteries are reliable and cheap. Just make sure to watch videos on charging and talk to your local hobby shop, if you have one.

@drjavogel 5 жыл бұрын

s = cell count. Each cell has a nominal voltage of 3.7 volts (3.7V). A 2s pack has two cells (7.4V). A 3s pack has 11.1V. etc. c = discharge rate: This is how fast a battery can be discharged safely. A high powered motor can damage or even burn up (fire) a battery with too low of a discharge rate. But buying a battery with a really high discharge rate would be a huge waste of money if your motor can’t use it. A LiPo pack is able to deliver its energy steadily until it completely drains whereas a NiMH pack decreases its delivery as it drains (keeps getting weaker and weaker). LiPo packs deliver more power. Also, NiMH packs should be allowed to cool after draining and after charging. NiMH packs should be completely drained prior to charging. A bit of a hassle. LiPo packs don't require these measures. When I switched from a 7 cell NiMH hump pack (8.4V) to a 2s (2 cell) LiPo of 7.4V, I was very impressed with the marked superiority of the LiPo in power, ease of use, and runtime. I switched to LiPo exclusively years ago. I will never go back. It is by far superior technology.

@buchel1033 5 жыл бұрын

Ok thanks to both of you

@ryanp.8807 5 жыл бұрын

@@buchel1033 no problem i hope you have fun in the hobby

@norcal8946 5 жыл бұрын

Very good explanations😉👍

@stuart3712 5 жыл бұрын

This show speed? Like the $69 spektrum radio.

@jgotdawheel 3 жыл бұрын

What’s the range on this ??

@zqzj 3 жыл бұрын

RC Driver, what's the difference between the SPMR5010 and the SPM5010?

@mutosanrc1933 5 жыл бұрын

its not a spare wheel its a smaller wheel if you have big hands. I liked the system alot what you can choose and setup. But the remote is far to big. Apart from the os I like the flysky noble much more. Even the screen is better there. Now they have to work on the system much more

@koleansell9836 5 жыл бұрын

Greg, can you ever you a review of the DX6R

@rcdriver 5 жыл бұрын

I have one. It's on my to-do list.

@koleansell9836 5 жыл бұрын

RCDriver_Online Ive been looking to get one, but theres not very many good reviews on youtube of it

@rcracer4198 3 жыл бұрын

It's TERRIBLE!! I had mine for an entire 24 hours. sent that junk back right away. Nothing worked. the screen glitched constantly. The touch screen would not respond. If it did respond then it was 10 minutes later and would just glitch right back to the wrong screen. They used Android system for it and it probably was the oldest version or who even knows what those jokers were playing at. I could not even get mine to stay on the update screen long enough to get through the update! I think a tiny breeze was causing the touch screen to do as it pleased. And it was very top heavy! like stupidly top heavy! But hey, it looked really cool until I turned it on. I dont understand why Horizon even tried to sell the DX6R's. I mean, you know that their guys had to be like, "are you serious?" Even a total noob would be able to see that it was all wrong. The idea was awesome! But you can't make an awesome idea reality if you try to go as cheap as possible to make it and ergonomics are way more important than a cool looking touch screen that was garbage from the get go. I keep seeing this type of corner cutting from Horizon lately. They have put out some reputation scarring products a lot lately. from drones to even their 1/8 scale race kits now. I think they forgot about the, "if it aint broke dont fix it" rule. Ive always ran TLR but their prices and issues are scaring me away.

@seansrcconstruction 5 жыл бұрын

Do you think it’s better then the fly sky noble?

@michaeldeboer6765 5 жыл бұрын

Sean’s RC’s Adventures yes its better But i got the flysky its a great buy for the $ 👌🏻

@adamj3579 4 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know how good this would be with traxxas vehicles

@SebastianLong 3 жыл бұрын

To be honest. There is lots of options out there that are better than any brand of RTR transmitters. I use stock, midgrade and high end radios for various applications. What typically determines what radio you use is in the manner you use it. I still run the stock transmitters on many of my RCs, but ones I want more control of I use better quality products.