Brad7
09-01-2006, 08:19 PM
Hello, Frank asked me to do a review awhile back so I guess I'll make him happy.
I received one of the last Tadao Boards for the G7 from Eric at Angel Parts. I received it within three days and it came wrapped and protected very well. It came with a manual but no window sticker, but that's ok because Frank made me some Hypercube ones and some others (Thanks!).
Installation:
Installing the Tadao Board is simple. One must first disconnect the eyes, solenoid plug, and battery plug. Then, remove the two screws that hold the stock board to the frame and becareful to watch the trigger as you pull it out. I had to loosen the frame screws a little and wiggle it gently and it came out very easily. Installing the Tadao after the stock board was out was a breeze, simply set it on and use the screws (provided in original packaging) to screw in. Then, re-connect the eyes, solenoid, and battery plugs. It is best if you use the screws that are provided with the Tadao because the stock board is thicker and requires longer screws and the Tadao is thinner and if you put the stock screws your board will move.
Programming:
Programming the Tadao is much easier than programming the stock board (in my opinion). How is it easier you may ask, thinking that the stock board has an LCD screen? The Tadao uses an LED with a vast array of different colors indicating many things. Well, the Tadao board has a tournament lock button on the board, so that means you can program the board without removing the grips. To put it into programming mode simply hold the trigger and turn on the marker. Then, it will display a color(s) for the different programming modes that you can select. You can reference what each color means by locating it in the manual provided. To change from different programming modes (i.e. debouce to dwell to AMB) you simply pull the trigger once. When you have found the mode that you wish to change you simply hold the trigger until the LED light starts flashing. It will flash for how many times the current setting is on. After it stops flashing you pull the trigger the number of times that you wish to set it to (i.e. pull the trigger ten times if you want it on ten ms).
If you wish to lock your settings simply open the grip, and push the button inside until it ends with a red flash.
Modes:
The Tadao board has twelve modes of fire, and it also has a "gangster mode" which has three different settings to apply to each of the twelve original. This gives you endless options to customize it to your preference; however, "gangster mode" is not tournament legal!
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the Tadao is a great board for the price. It is very user friendly and is a great addition to any angel. I recommend this for any player seeking an extra edge over the competition. It won't make you play better, but it will make your gun shoot better. When the board comes back in stock I think that it will be even more popular. If you think that the Tadao isn't as good because it doesn't have an LCD screen, think again. It is very easy to adjust to and I found that I like the LED better. The microswitch is a nice asset.
Rating:
I would rate this board a 9/10 because it could use a few more things but I am not going to complain. If you are unsure of whether or not to buy this; I would say go ahead and make the purchase, you won't regret it.
**Feel free to correct my mistakes, and make any comments that are appropriate.**
--Brad
I received one of the last Tadao Boards for the G7 from Eric at Angel Parts. I received it within three days and it came wrapped and protected very well. It came with a manual but no window sticker, but that's ok because Frank made me some Hypercube ones and some others (Thanks!).
Installation:
Installing the Tadao Board is simple. One must first disconnect the eyes, solenoid plug, and battery plug. Then, remove the two screws that hold the stock board to the frame and becareful to watch the trigger as you pull it out. I had to loosen the frame screws a little and wiggle it gently and it came out very easily. Installing the Tadao after the stock board was out was a breeze, simply set it on and use the screws (provided in original packaging) to screw in. Then, re-connect the eyes, solenoid, and battery plugs. It is best if you use the screws that are provided with the Tadao because the stock board is thicker and requires longer screws and the Tadao is thinner and if you put the stock screws your board will move.
Programming:
Programming the Tadao is much easier than programming the stock board (in my opinion). How is it easier you may ask, thinking that the stock board has an LCD screen? The Tadao uses an LED with a vast array of different colors indicating many things. Well, the Tadao board has a tournament lock button on the board, so that means you can program the board without removing the grips. To put it into programming mode simply hold the trigger and turn on the marker. Then, it will display a color(s) for the different programming modes that you can select. You can reference what each color means by locating it in the manual provided. To change from different programming modes (i.e. debouce to dwell to AMB) you simply pull the trigger once. When you have found the mode that you wish to change you simply hold the trigger until the LED light starts flashing. It will flash for how many times the current setting is on. After it stops flashing you pull the trigger the number of times that you wish to set it to (i.e. pull the trigger ten times if you want it on ten ms).
If you wish to lock your settings simply open the grip, and push the button inside until it ends with a red flash.
Modes:
The Tadao board has twelve modes of fire, and it also has a "gangster mode" which has three different settings to apply to each of the twelve original. This gives you endless options to customize it to your preference; however, "gangster mode" is not tournament legal!
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the Tadao is a great board for the price. It is very user friendly and is a great addition to any angel. I recommend this for any player seeking an extra edge over the competition. It won't make you play better, but it will make your gun shoot better. When the board comes back in stock I think that it will be even more popular. If you think that the Tadao isn't as good because it doesn't have an LCD screen, think again. It is very easy to adjust to and I found that I like the LED better. The microswitch is a nice asset.
Rating:
I would rate this board a 9/10 because it could use a few more things but I am not going to complain. If you are unsure of whether or not to buy this; I would say go ahead and make the purchase, you won't regret it.
**Feel free to correct my mistakes, and make any comments that are appropriate.**
--Brad