# Hardware Options for your MPTM

The choice of **Multiprotocol Transmitter Module (MPTM)** hardware is the single biggest choice you will make.  Due to the growing popularity of this project the number of hardware choices is growing almost monthly.  

There are currently four common hardware options.  They are:

1. A ready-made MPTM from Banggood.com (see [here](http://www.banggood.com/2_4G-CC2500-A7105-Flysky-Frsky-Devo-DSM2-Multiprotocol-TX-Module-With-Antenna-p-1048377.html)) that integrates the microprocessor with all four supported RF modules and a hardware antenna switcher.  
[![Screenshot](images/4-in-1_Module_BG.jpeg?raw=true "4-in-1 MPTM from Banggood.com" =50x50)](Module_BG_4-in-1.md)
1. A DIY MPTM made using one of the PCBs that are available and soldering on your own components. The picture below shows an example of one before RF modules have been soldered on.  
[![Screenshot](images/Multiprotocol_3.2.jpeg?raw=true =50x50 )](Module_Build_yourself_PCB.md)
1. A MPTM based on the OrangeRx DSM transmitter module that natively supports the CYRF6936 RF module. This module can be improved with Mulitprotocol firmware.  
[![Screenshot](images/OrangeRx_Module.jpg)](Module_OrangeRx.md)
1. A scratchbuilt MPTM using perfboard, an Arduino Pro-Mini and the desired RF modules.
Unless you are handy with a soldering iron and you have access to electronic test equipment (like an oscilloscope) you should consider only Option 1.  For a price of about $44 you can get everything you need, neatly assembled 

[![Screenshot](images/Module_perfboard1.jpeg) ![Screenshot](images/Module_perfboard2.jpeg)](Module_Build_From_Scratch.md)

Click on any of the images above to understand more about each option.