Ronin+Alpha Wheels Guide

Learn about the pros and cons here of all the options. 

ALPHA LINK S.BUS

Combining flexibility, precision, in an all-digital wireless system. The Alpha Link S.Bus and S.Bus XR are an all around flexible solution. The Alpha Link S.Bus has a transmitter and receiver pair. The transmitter mounts to the Alpha Wheels. The Receiver plugs into the S.Bus or D.Bus port on the Ronin.

Recommended for: All Ronin Users

Signal Type

All-Digital Custom Wireless, Outputs S.Bus

Operating Experience

Drifting: Low

Repeatability: High

Response: Fast

Power

Everything runs off Alpha Wheels

Setup

Fast, Requires one time setup

Wireless Range

600-1200 feet (depending on model)

Cost

$500-750 Alpha Link S.Bus (XR)

Futaba controller

Long range wireless solution that fits into existing aerial operator workflows. Add the Alpha Wheels to your Futaba Controller. Requires FASSTest compatible Futaba Controller to natively bind to Ronin. Requires 8+ channels for full operability.

Recommended for: Pro Drone Operators

Signal Type

Analog Input (PPM) & Digital Output (S.Bus)

Operating Experience

Drifting: Some

Repeatability: Medium

Response: Medium

Power

Alpha Wheels and Controller require separate power solutions

Setup

Difficult, Requires advanced knowledge of RC Systems

Wireless Range

3000+ Feet

Cost

$100 Cable

$550+ Controller