Re: Optical Sensor / Futaba GV-1

Cheers Phil, I will give it a go and see what the results are with both
chrome strip and white paint - nothing to lose either way.

Thanks,

Collin.............................




"Phil Olson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> In message <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, Collin Hart
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes
> >I have seen the details in U.K. Heli mags regarding fitting an Optical
> >sensor to the Futaba GV-1. I intend fitting an optical sensor I have
> >obtained to a Graupner Heim Uni Star 90, by fitting it to the cooling
> >shroud. What I would like to know if any of you guys are able is, can I
> >paint the fan white or would it need the chrome stick on as supplied. I
> >understand that the optical sensor reads by infra red, but will it work
with
> >white paint on the black fan. Any help would be appreciated.
> >Cheers.
> >
> >Collin.
> >
> >
> I believe that you do need the chrome reflective strip - thats what i
> have used on mine... but you can try it and see - if you have a GV1 it
> gives a read out of how good the signal is... the reflective strip gives
> 90%+ easily.
> -- 
> Regards
> Phil Olson
>
>