The X8R is in a smaller package than previous 8-channel receivers, but has so much more capability. The new Smart Port supports the new hubless sensors as well as the older hub analog sensors.

The X8R supports 8 standard servo outputs, and you can access all 16 channels by using the S.Bus line with S.Bus supported servos or use a FrSky S.BUS Decoder for the full 16 channels. Or you can use two X8R receivers in combination, and the channels will sync 1-8 on the first and 9-16 on the second.

The X8 protocol is also backward compatible! In D8 mode, it works with the DHT, DJT, DFT, and DHT-U transmitter modules. In this mode, you only have access to 8 channels, but you still get to use the new Smart Port and digital sensors! And even cooler is the new antenna design “PCB”—it reports up to a 20% gain in range over their older antennas. And the X8R is firmware upgradeable!

This is the perfect receiver for the FrSky Taranis, with its built-in XJT Module or any of the D8 systems to take advantage of the new digital Smart Port sensors.

Specification:
Dimension: 46.5mm x 27mm x 14.4mm (1.83" x 1.06" x .56")
Weight: 16.8g (.59 oz)
Operating Voltage Range: 4V-10.0V
Operating Current: 100mA@5V
Operating Range: >1.5km (Full Range)
RSSI output: analog voltage output (0~3.3V)

Compatibility:
All 16 channels require the FrSky Taranis, or the XJT module.
For 8 channels in D8 Mode, you can use the FrSky Taranis or XJT, DJT, DFT, DHT, and DHT-U modules