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- Page 1 Instruction Manual...
- Page 2 • When a flying model does not respond correctly to controls (moving erratically or abnormally) land the model and cor- rect the cause of the problem. SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Antenna ..............8 REVO MIX (Revolution Mix) ........18 Main Screen ...............8 Master/Slave Information Warning screens ............8 To operate the DX6i as a master: .......18 Programming Guide To operate the DX6i as a slave: ......18 SETUP LIST ............9 Failsafe ..............19 ADJUST LIST ............9 Receiver and servo information Function Options Not Shared ......10... -
Page 4: Dsmx
2010 can be upgraded using instructions provided on spektrum- Spektrum DSM2 systems. Binding, setting the failsafe, recording rc.com. All other DX6i DSM2 transmitters can be upgraded for flight log data, as well as general use of the system is no differ- $75 by sending them to the Horizon Hobby service center. -
Page 5: Transmitter Functions
Note: The transmitter comes with a thin clear plastic film applied to some front panels for protection during shipping. Humidity and use may cause this film to come off Carefully remove this film as desired. SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 6: Charging Batteries
4 1.2V 1500mAh batteries require approximately 10 hours for an initial charge. Charger power outlet terminals not shown. CAUTION: Charge only rechargeable batteries. Non-re- chargeable batteries may burst causing injury to persons and/or damage to property. SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 7: Binding
3. Insert ESC plug into THRO receptacle. transmitter. 4. Connect battery to ESC and turn on ESC switch, if available. 7. Remove bind plug from receiver. Note: The receiver’s LED flashes when the receiver is ready to bind. SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 8: Using Transmitter
LCD off the transmitter and replace batteries to stop the sound and screen. When all switches are moved to position 0, the display flashing screen. returns to normal and the alarm stops. SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 9: Programming Guide
DIFFERNTIAL MIX 2 MIX 1 SETUP LIST REVO MIX MIX 2 SETUP LIST MODEL SELECT REVO MIX SETUP LIST A Function name B Screen title C Navigation help: Next higher screen D Function # SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 10: Function Options Not Shared
INHIBIT PITCH + 85% MIX 1 TRAVEL ADJ List THRO 100% AILE 100% ELEV 100% RUDD 100% GYRO 100% PITC 100% MIX 2 SUB TRIM List THRO AILE ELEV RUDD REVO MIX GYRO PITC SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 11: Model Type
POSITION - ACT electric motor. A Option (ACT or INH) SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 12: Wingtailmix
1 of 3 common switches so dual rates/expo for all 3 channels is enabled by one D/R SW: switch. A Options (INH, AILE, ELEV or RUDD switches. GEAR switch can be used in HELI mode.) SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 13: Timer
United States and countries outside the European Union (EU).The France setting is for use in France. NOTICE: The DX6i has a France RF setting that complies with French regulations. Always use the France power setting when operating the transmitter outdoors in France. -
Page 14: Model Select
RESET Approval to delete model memory information, overwriting memory with factory default settings. NOTICE: If your DX6i was included in an RTF kit, factory default settings will include programming. Using the RESET function will erase this programming. MODEL SELECT... -
Page 15: Travel Adj (Travel Adjust)
A heading hold gyro (also known as Tail Lock) will hold dead adjusted by the gyro gain (in some models, by a separate “tail still a 60-size helicopter in a 20 to 30 mph crosswind. These lock strength” adjustment). SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 16: Thro Cur (Throttle Curve)
K 2= Middle of the lower half of the control stick movement (25% stick position) L L= Lowest point in control stick movement (0% throttle stick position) M Changeable value for point on curve. Refer to your model’s manual for more information about recommended settings. SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 17: Swash Mix
G U or R (U for THRO, ELEV, GEAR/GYRO and FLAP/PITC) H Down or Left value option (-125% to +125%) I D or L (D for THRO, ELEV, GEAR/GYRO and FLAP/PITC) J Switch option: ON, FMODE, GYRO, AIL D/R or ELE D/R SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 18: Differential
• Make sure the slave transmitter batteries are fully charged. • The DX6i screen will show information, but the transmitter • Make sure the slave transmitter is powered off; the slave will not send a signal to the model. -
Page 19: Failsafe
Move antennas so the wires are perpendicular to each Install the remote receiver apart from the primary receiver to other, although this is not critical. improve RF path diversity (a receiver’s ability to detect a signal in SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 20: Servo Installation
While a Spektrum receiver’s minimum operational voltage is Note: The DSMX DX6i is compatible with all current Spektrum 3.5 volts, test your model to a minimum acceptable voltage of DSM2 and DSMX aircraft receivers, but NOT compatible with the 4.8 volts during ground testing. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting Guide
If I am not a proficient Please see your local or regional modeling association’s pilot, I will not fly in these events unless assisted by an guidelines for proper, safe operation of your model aircraft. experienced pilot. SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 22: Fcc Information
SPM9526 150mAh Wall Charger with Transmitter SPM9540 Spektrum Flight Log Adaptor HAN172 Digital Servo and Receiver Current Meter: SPM6701 Spektrum Deluxe Transmitter Case, Aircraft Hangar 9 SPM6702 Spektrum Transmitter Case Foam SPM6805 Trainer Cord SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 23: Warranty And Repair Policy
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for inspection or repair, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website under the Repairs tab. SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 24: Declaration Of Conformity
Champaign, IL USA contact your local city office, your household waste disposal June 30, 2009 Steven A. Hall service or where you purchased the product. Vice President International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby, Inc. SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 25: Appendix
5. Turn screws to get desired stick tension. 6. Carefully close transmitter case using 6 screws. CAUTION: Make sure no wires or components are pinched or damaged while installing back cover. Turn these screws to adjust control stick tension. SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL... -
Page 26: Servo Control
Once both elevons move in the correct direction with aileron stick movement, check the elevator direction. With up elevator, both elevons should go up and vice versa. If the elevator direction is incorrect, switch the servo channels in the receiver. SPEKTRUM DX6i • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL...