I came back to RC a few months ago and picked up a DX3C as it seemed like the best price point for me, and after feeling other (cheaper products) this felt lots better. I'd always used sticks (20+ years ago) and found it strange that sticks were either super cheap and low quality, or mega expensive >£300 jobbies, which was too much for me to spend when just getting back into it. This was my first wheel controller, and I've been pleased with it so far.
While it may feel a little bit plasticy on the main body of the controller, it could be a lot worse than it is, switch action and rubber grip wise it feels good. The metallic finish and chrome wheel wouldn't be my first choice, but saying that it's not bad. Seems to be holding upto the bumps and bangs in my pitbox.
I find the UI on the menu system really good and easy to use, and the controls allow you to do anything you might need, adjustment wise. I've paired it with three receivers, and plenty of scope for more in the future. It's good on cells, and only needs 4 AA's which keeps the weight down. Wheel spring tension is adjustable, but i've not managed to find a throttle tension adjustment, not that i've needed it. While the manual is a bit brief, there are some undocumented features, and their email tech support is good. I couldn't find how to adjust separate throttle and break end points, so emailed and got the answer right back, and it's quite simple and logical, though not in the manual.
I've never had any interference or bind problems, and the control accuracy seems spot on with the range of speedos and servos I've used, including savox, with which i've not needed to use the extra receiver capacitor.
I'd certainly recommend it, is good value for money given it comes with a receiver in the pack, and others are cheap too. Thumbs up from me.
Last edited by neallewis; 24-05-2012 at 12:22 AM.
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