No, the number of "channels" in an RC system refers to controlled functions of the aircraft, not RF channels. For example, a plane with rudder, elevator, ailerons, throttle, and retractable landing gear would need 5 "channels." The system still only occupies ONE RF channel.
George, KA3HSW / WQGJ413 ----- Original Message ----- From: <m...@nb.net> To: <Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Sunday, October 11, 2009 7:09 AM Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Repeaters vs RC So he is looking at $1000, as he has 5 channels/aircraft. Does that include the TX and RX units? Joe M.