FrSky Taranis X-Lite Manual

FrSky 2.4GHz ACCST Taranis X-Lite Manual
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing FrSky 2.4GHz ACCST Taranis X-Lite digital telemetry radio system. As a compact and
convenient transmitter, it has a multi-functional joystick and it is ergonomic and compact designed. In order to
make the most of our system and to fly safely, please read this manual carefully. If you have any difficulties while
using your system, please consult the manual, your hobby dealer, or FrSky technical support.
Due to unforeseen changes in production, the information contained in this manual is subject to change without
notice. Pay special attention to safety where indicated by the following marks:
Meanings of Special Markings
DANGER - procedures which may lead to dangerous conditions and cause death/serious injury if not carried
out properly.
WARNING - Procedures which may lead to a dangerous condition or cause serious injury and even death to
the user if not carried out properly or procedures where the probability of superficial injury or physical damage is
high.
CAUTION - Procedures where the possibility of serious injury to the user is small, but there is a danger of
injury or physical damage, if not carried out properly.
NOTE – Steps, Tips or information
WARNING - Always keep electrical components away from children.
Layout
Power Indicator Power Switch
SA
SC
Stick
Trim Exit
Battery Cover
S1 External Module Bay
Antenna Port
TF Card Slot
Headset port USB Port Smart Port
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Multi-function Joystick
To navigate menus or widgets, move the Multi-function joystick to four directions as navigation.
To go to the [System] menu, move the multi-function joystick to the left and hold for one second.
To go to the [Model] menu, move the multi-function joystick to the right and hold for one second.
To go to the [Telemetry] menu, move the Multi-function down and hold for one second.
To check the information, move the Multi-function joystick up and hold for one second.
Shift Button
Shift button pressed with Tirm buttons together,Trim for Ail &Ele will shift to Tirm for Rud&Thr.
Exit Button
To exit current page or operation widgets.
Where am I in the menu tree
System item Currently selected page
To go to the next page, move
the cursor to the item, then
m o v e t h e m u l t i - f u n c t i o n
joystick to the left or right.
The cursor will firstly stay at
the item which indicates the
current page.
Overview of the menu tree
Move the Multi-function Joystick to the right and
hold for one second
Move the Multi-function Joystick down and hold
for one second
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SB
SD
Switch
SA: 3 positions; Long level
Stick
SB: 3 positions; Long level
SC: 2 positions; Short level
Display Screen SD: 2 positions; Short level
You can choose the Switch and define
Shift
its position in the Mixer menu.
Multi-function joystick
Battery Cover
S2
3. Headset jack is for audio output
and Smart Port is for firmware upgrade
and telemetry feedback.
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To change the data in other
i t e m s , f i r s t l y m o v e t h e
multi-function joystick to
four directions until the
cursor stays at the needed
item.
Secondly, press the center
of the multi-function joystick
and move the joystick to the
left or right.
Move the Multi-function Joystick to the left and
hold for one second
Move the Multi-function Joystick up and hold for
one second
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Adjust sticks of Taranis X-Lite
Taranis X-Lite has 4 CNC machined pedestal and centered stick, which can be self-defined and adjusted.
Please check how to change the stick mode and damping/controlling sense on FrSky website.
Adjust hole with short screw:
adjusting the damping/
controlling sense.
Adjust hole with Long screw:
disable/enable the centered
function of gimbal.
Warning: Please distinguish between long screws and short screws when switching the throttle mode.
Make sure the adjust hole is correct, or the device is likely to broken.
Battery Installation
● Hold the battery covers and rotate them to the left
● Put the batteries with the positive pole as head into the transmitter
● Make sure the battery covers match with the battery compartments perfectly and rotate them to right until locked.
Caution: Ensure that the battery polarity is correct when connecting batteries into the battery compartment,
otherwise Taranis X-Lite might not be powered on.
Specifications
● Model name: Taranis X-Lite ● Number of channels: 16 channels
● Weight: 308g/376g(with battery) ● Operating Voltage Range: 6.0~8.4V
● Operating Current: 190mA@7.4V ● Operating Temperature: -20℃~60℃
● Backlight LCD resolution: 128*64 ● Model Memories: 60 models (extenable by MicroSD (TF) card)
Features
● Ergonomic and compact design
● M12 Lite Gimbal
* Hall effect high accuracy gimbal
* Mode conversion adjustments accessible without disassembly
* CNC machined gimbal pedestal
● Smart Port, Headset jack, Micro SD card slot and Micro USB Port (*Charging function unsupported)
● 128*64 outdoor readable backlight LCD
● Internal antenna and external antenna connectors
● Easily accessible battery compartment, adaptive with (*Batteries Not Included)
replaceable 18500 Li-ion batteries
(*Battery Information: Flat Top / Height: 50mm / Diameter: 18mm)
● Wireless function (Optional)
* Compatible with FrSky Free Link APP
* Wireless trainer system supported
(*Additional parts needed or specific model ordered)
● High-speed internal and external module digital interfaces
* Internal: 450K, External: 420K
* Super low latency (Total latency < 20ms, lowest to 12ms)
* Compatible with new Lite-typed external modules ( R9M Lite, MPM Lite, etc.)
● Installed open source operating system- OpenTX
● Haptic vibration alerts and voice speech outputs
(Headset jack and inbulit speaker)
Navigate the Menu
To navigate the menus, Taranis X-Lite has the following elements:
● Multi-function joystick
● Exit Button
● Shift Button
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Quick select options
Long press the center of Multi-function joystick: there will generate a pop-up where the user can reset timer, reset
telemetry values, reset all above, jump to the tele setup page.
Warnings for Battery
Please connect a battery in the battery compartment before use (18500 Li-ion batteries).
The voltage range should be DC 6.0~8.4V
Be careful not to drop the battery.
Do not remove the battery from the X-Lite transmitter while the voltage warning is blinking as this could cause
internal settings and memories to be destroyed.
Do not use the transmitter if a "Backup Error" warning occurs.
Model Setup for Taranis X-Lite Internal RF Module
Enter the MODEL SETUP menu.
Step 1: Set the Mode for Taranis X-Lite Internal RF.
Refer to the table below and set the Taranis X-Lite to the mode corresponding to your receiver (D8, D16 or LR12).
D8
D16
Note:
Older V8 series receivers are not supported by the internal module of X-Lite
X-Lite EU version only has D16-EU and LR12 mode.
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Adjust hole with Long screw:
disable/enable the centered
function of gimbal.
Adjust hole with short screw:
adjusting the damping/
controlling sense.
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