Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
New to EdgeTX? Don’t even think about flying until you’ve seen this.
These are the 10 foundational setup rules every RC pilot should consider when using a new EdgeTX radio — especially radios like the Radiomaster TX16S. From backing up your SD card to setting throttle cuts, timers, and global functions, this list will help get you started, organized, and crash-free.
This isn’t just advice — these are the commandments of EdgeTX.
Break them, and you’ll face confusion, lost models, or worse… an avoidable crash.
✅ Perfect for first-time EdgeTX users
✅ Covers critical setup steps
✅ Helps prevent costly mistakes
✅ Download EdgeTX Firmware: github.com/EdgeTX
📜 Obey the 10 rules. Fly with confidence.
🔔 Subscribe for more EdgeTX tips, RC flying tutorials, and field-tested advice.
00:00 Intro
00:18 1: Backup SD Card
01:35 2: Calibrate Controls
03:10 3: Enable Logging
04:26 4: Flash Latest Firmware
07:53 5: Honor the Sacred Path
08:44 6: Set Throttle Cut
10:05 7: Use Global Functions
11:37 8: Set Timers
13:06 9: Label Switches
14:45 10: Label Models
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#RCVideoReviews #EdgeTX #RadiomasterTX16S #RCFlying #FPV #EdgeTXSetup #RCNewbie
New to EdgeTX? Don’t even think about flying until you’ve seen this.
These are the 10 foundational setup rules every RC pilot should consider when using a new EdgeTX radio — especially radios like the Radiomaster TX16S. From backing up your SD card to setting throttle cuts, timers, and global functions, this list will help get you started, organized, and crash-free.
This isn’t just advice — these are the commandments of EdgeTX.
Break them, and you’ll face confusion, lost models, or worse… an avoidable crash.
✅ Perfect for first-time EdgeTX users
✅ Covers critical setup steps
✅ Helps prevent costly mistakes
✅ Download EdgeTX Firmware: github.com/EdgeTX
📜 Obey the 10 rules. Fly with confidence.
🔔 Subscribe for more EdgeTX tips, RC flying tutorials, and field-tested advice.
00:00 Intro
00:18 1: Backup SD Card
01:35 2: Calibrate Controls
03:10 3: Enable Logging
04:26 4: Flash Latest Firmware
07:53 5: Honor the Sacred Path
08:44 6: Set Throttle Cut
10:05 7: Use Global Functions
11:37 8: Set Timers
13:06 9: Label Switches
14:45 10: Label Models
RCVR LINKS
► Become a RCVR YouTube Channel Member: youtube.com/channel/UCcJwn8V3MTsib2LjAcTnarg/join
► Support the work I do here on Patreon: patreon.com/rcvideoreviews
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► My LIPO Batteries: alnk.to/8EKeMBF
► Discord - Hang out with the RCVR Crew: discord.gg/jSFTASU
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#RCVideoReviews #EdgeTX #RadiomasterTX16S #RCFlying #FPV #EdgeTXSetup #RCNewbie
![Upgrading EdgeTX • Things Youll Want to Know
In this video Ill cover some of the most common questions I see related to upgrading EdgeTX.
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► Radiomaster Nexus FBL: https://www.radiomasterrc.com/products/nexus-helicopter-flight-controller?sca_ref=1523724.rIJKzhlll7
► Radiomaster RP3-H Rx: https://www.radiomasterrc.com/products/rp3-h-expresslrs-2-4ghz-nano-receiver?sca_ref=1523724.rIJKzhlll7
REFERENCE LINKS
► EdgeTX Github: https://github.com/EdgeTX
► EdgeTX 2.6.0 Release Info https://github.com/EdgeTX/edgetx/releases?page=4
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![020924 • BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! RCVR PilotJam
Come hang out Friday nights with John and the RCVR Crew. Well discuss recent videos, channel updates, EdgeTX, RC gear and anything else RC related on your mind. Thanks to @PCBWay for sponsoring this video.
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► oXs Github: https://github.com/mstrens/oXs_on_RP2040
► EdgeTX Fest 2024: https://edgetx.org/fest2024/
► 3D Phone Stand: https://makerworld.com/en/models/165549
► TX16s Switch Nuts: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5423659
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![Whats the difference between Express LRS Output Mapping and EdgeTX Mixing?
In this video Ill show you how to remap channels in ExpressLRS and how channel mapping is different than mixing in EdgeTX.
Thanks to PCBWay for sponsoring this video.
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#RCVideoReviews #pcbway Whats the difference between Express LRS Output Mapping and EdgeTX Mixing?](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/e5FDyN2knJU/mqdefault.jpg)

![Sunnysky 25cc 420Kv Motor Testing • Best Brushless Motors
Sunnysky sent us a 25cc 420Kv motor for to test in my 67 Skywing ARS300 and it did not disappoint. Thanks to Sunnysky for sending this motor for review. Visit Sunnysky online at http://en.rcsunnysky.com/
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![EXCLUSIVE: OMP Hobby M7 RC Helicopter Intro and Flight Demo • Joe Nall 2024
We met Dan and Clay from https://BuddyRC.com at Joe Nall 2024 and they were nice enough to provide an intro and demo flight for RC Video Reviews subscribers!
Thanks to Clay and Dan for this very personalized experience.
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#RCVideoReviews EXCLUSIVE: OMP Hobby M7 RC Helicopter Intro and Flight Demo • Joe Nall 2024](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eWXUSlGMEIA/mqdefault.jpg)
![ISDT 608PD LiPo Charger • 240W? Well see about that.
In this video well take a look at the ISDT 608PD charger and the phone app available to operate the charger. ISDT claims this little charger can deliver 240w. Of course, well put that to the test too. Thanks to @RadioMasterRC for sending this ISDT 608PD out for review.
PRODUCT [AFFILIATE] LINKS
► ISDT 608PD https://www.radiomasterrc.com/products/isdt-608pd-dc-240w-smart-charger-with-dc-pd-dual-input?sca_ref=1523724.rIJKzhlll7
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![55lbs of Thrust?! This Is the Most Powerful RC Plane I’ve Ever Flown | ARS 300
Check out my electric-powered 102 ARS 300, featuring the powerful StinGR 150 gear reduction and a full suite of high-end components. This build really racks up the power—and the fun—fast!
🔧 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:
KST – Huge thanks for sponsoring this project and supplying the incredible A20-4515 servos. These performed flawlessly!
@ChinaHobbyLine – Appreciate the support and the beastly 6S 5000mAh 70C packs that I combined into a 12S 10,000mAh battery. Tons of punch and reliability.
Jim at StinGR – Thanks for the support, expert advice, and a truly excellent gear reduction system for big electric planes. Be sure to check out the StinGR website for more info.
🔥 This setup delivers insane performance—don’t miss the flight footage!
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► KST Servos: https://kstservos.com/products/a20-4515-50kg-0-13sec-brushless-hv-phosphor-bronze-hardened-steel-gear-servo
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► SkywingRC 102 ARS 300 https://extremeflightrc.com/collections/sw-100-104/products/skywing-102-ars-300-v3-orange-charcoal-white-d
► Telemetry Converter: https://www.rclightsystems.com/product-page/esc-telemetry-converter
► Radiomaster ER8 Receiver: https://www.radiomasterrc.com/products/er8-2-4ghz-elrs-pwm-receiver?sca_ref=1523724.rIJKzhlll7
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