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Foreword ......................................... 1
Disclaimer ......................................... 1
Change History ................................. 1
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Installation Precautions .................... 1
Flying Precautions ............................ 2
Product Description ....................... 5
Box Contents .................................... 5
Transmitter........................................ 5
Specifications .............................. 5
Features ...................................... 5
Transmitter Controls ................... 6
Main Screen ................................ 8
Receiver ........................................... 9
Specifications .............................. 9
Features ...................................... 9
Connection ................................ 10
Basic Operation ............................ 13
Charging the Transmitter ................ 14
Binding ............................................ 14
Range Test ..................................... 15
Flight Mode ..................................... 16
Firmware Update ............................ 16
Alerts ............................................. 17
Model Type .................................... 19
Model Set ...................................... 20
Stick Mode [Stick Mode] ................. 21
Trainer Set [Trainer Set] ................. 22
Import & Export .............................. 25
Export Model ............................. 25
Import Model ............................. 25
Export All Model ........................ 26
Import All Model ........................ 27
Fail Safe [Fail Safe] ........................ 27
End Point [End Point] ..................... 30
Sub Trim [Sub Trim]........................ 31
Reverse [Reverse].......................... 31
Servo Delay [Servo Delay] ............. 32
Switch Set [Switch Set] .................. 33
Throttle Hold [THR Hold] ................ 34
Mix Set [Mix Set] ............................ 35
Mix]............................................ 35
BAL Mix] .................................... 36
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword ......... 1 Programming Voice/Vibration Disclaimer ......... 1 Alerts ..........17 Change History ......... 1 Model Type ........19 Indications and Symbols for Safe Use ............1 Model Set ........20 Installation Precautions ....1 Select Model [Model Select]... 20 Flying Precautions ......
  • Page 2 Veer to Elevator Mixing [Veer→ Throttle Curve [THR Curve] ... 52 ELE Mix] ........37 Rudder Curve [RUD Curve] ... 53 V-tail Mixing [V-Tail Mix] .... 39 RS/LS/R Knob/L Knob Curve [RS/LS/R Delta Mixing [Delta Mix] .... 40 Knob/L Knob Curve] ......53 Flaperon Mixing [Flaperon Mix] 42 Function Set ........
  • Page 3: Foreword

    Foreword Disclaimer Thank you for purchasing this DETRUM product. This is a 2.4GHz digital proportional R/C system with high performance. In order to make full use of the features of this product and to safely enjoy your R/C activities, please read this manual carefully before using.
  • Page 4: Flying Precautions

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual  In order to protect the receiver, wrap the receiver with 10mm foam rubber, and then fasten it with a rubber band or a Velcro strap.  The servos should be installed with rubber gaskets and brass eyelets to isolate the vibration from the fuselage.
  • Page 5 Blitz-DT9 User Manual Precautions before Flight:  Always make sure that all servos in the model work properly following the transmitter stick movements prior to flight. And make sure that all switches work properly as well. Always check the remaining capacity of both the transmitter and receiver batteries before each flying session prior to flight.
  • Page 6 Blitz-DT9 User Manual stick and throttle trim are in the lowest position. Always turn on the R/C system in proper sequence: turn on the transmitter first, then turn on the receiver, and then turn on the engine or motor. Incorrect sequence may cause loss of control and personal injury.
  • Page 7: Product Description

    Product Description Box Contents  Blitz-DT9 Transmitter  Detrum RXC9M Receiver  User Manual  Charging Cable  Simulator Convertor (optional)  9g Servo *4pcs (optional)  NOTE: The set contents depend on the type of set. Transmitter Specifications Number of Channels Modulation / Protocol DSSS&FHSS...
  • Page 8: Transmitter Controls

     It adjusts the program items of ESC directly without program card.  When working with a stabilized receiver which is integrated with 6-axis gyro, Blitz-DT9 can be used to set its programmable items in real time.  Low voltage alarm: Detecting the input voltage of the transmitter in real time, it will alarm in advance when it is low battery voltage.
  • Page 9 Blitz-DT9 User Manual  NOTE: When the Stick Mode is set to MODE 1, the positions of sticks and digital trims are shown in the figure. The positions are different depending on the stick mode. For details, please refer to Stick Mode [Stick Mode] (Page 21).
  • Page 10: Main Screen

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual shown in the figure.  Digital Trims  Stick trims: four digital trims for stick output.  L/R trims: two digital trims for L/R knob output. This transmitter is equipped with four stick trims. Each time you press a trim button, the trim position moves one step.
  • Page 11: Receiver

     For details about the flight modes, please refer to Flight Mode (Page 16). Receiver This section is the introductions of DETRUM RXC9M Receiver. If you choose other receivers, please refer to the instructions of the other receivers. Specifications...
  • Page 12: Changing The Signal Mode

    LED will be off 5 seconds later. Connection The channels of Detrum RXC9M receiver are labeled with number, as shown in the following figure. For each channel, signal wire is close to the decal of the receiver, middle is the positive and right is GND.
  • Page 13: Receiver Firmware Upgrade

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual  On PPM mode, connect the PPM port of the flight controller which supports PPM signal to the PPM/D.BUS port of the receiver, and then connect the output port of the flight controller to the servos.  On D.BUS mode, connect the D.BUS port of the flight controller which supports D.BUS signal to the PPM/D.BUS port of the receiver, and then...
  • Page 14 Blitz-DT9 User Manual 2. Click the Select button, set the path of this upgrade program in the pop-up dialog. 3. Power on the RXC9M receiver and connect the receiver to computer via the USB cable If the computer cannot recognize the RXC9M when it is connected, you need to install the RXC9M device driver first.
  • Page 15: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Adjust the Stick Lever Tension This allows adjustment of the stick lever tension to meet different operating habits. Tools: Phillips screwdriver, ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves. Conditions: Before operating, please wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves. Steps: 1.
  • Page 16: Charging The Transmitter

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual After power on, you will see the initialization interface in LCD as the following figure. The transmitter's LED indicator stays illuminated at the same time. Wait for about 2 seconds, the LCD will enter the main screen.
  • Page 17: Range Test

    It is extremely important to perform a range check before each flying session. This enables you to ensure that each function is working as it should be. Blitz-DT9 transmitter allows you to reduce its power output and access the test mode. Then you can detect interference from environment and perform a range check.
  • Page 18: Flight Mode

    The switch can be customized, please refer to Switch Set [Switch Set] (Page 48) for helicopter. Firmware Update You can put the firmware in the SD card and update the Blitz-DT9 by the SD card.  NOTE: Before installing the upgrading files, always export all models (refer to Page 25) to an SD card separate from the SD card containing the update.
  • Page 19: Programming Voice/Vibration Alerts

    Programming Voice/Vibration Alerts You can program voice alerts to report telemetry information on demand. If an alarm goes off, you won’t have to look at the transmitter display to see what's happening and just keep your eyes on what’s you’re flying. You can also set vibration alert for alarm conditions.
  • Page 20 Blitz-DT9 User Manual wheel to set the value of the parameter. After that, press the scroll wheel to save the value.  Distance Alert: It is used to set the alert mode. Values:  OFF: Turn off this alert.  Both: When the distance exceeds the set maximum or minimum values, both voice and vibration alerts are provided.
  • Page 21: Model Type

    Model Type In this Model Type menu, you can select the mode type. The type can be select from airplane (AIRPLANE), helicopter (HELI). Setting Method: 1. Press the scroll wheel to enter the main menu. You will see the interface as the figure shown below.
  • Page 22: Model Set

    Model Set In the Model Set menu, you can edit a model, switch to another model, set the trainer function and fail safe function. Blitz-DT9 can store a maximum of 250 aircraft models. After entering the main menu, roll the scroll wheel to select Model Set.
  • Page 23: Edit Model Name [Model Name]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual Edit Model Name [Model Name] The model name is used to display in the main screen. Users can edit the model name which is composed of upper- and lower-case letters, numbers (0~9), or special characters. Setting Method: 1.
  • Page 24: Trainer Set [Trainer Set]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual Stick Mode MODE-1 MODE-2 MODE-3 MODE-4  MODE-3: As shown in the figure below. Stick Mode MODE-1 MODE-2 MODE-3 MODE-4  MODE-4: As shown in the figure below. Stick Mode MODE-1 MODE-2 MODE-3 MODE-4 Press the scroll wheel after selecting the mode, the menu will back to Model Set automatically.
  • Page 25 Blitz-DT9 User Manual 1. Connect two transmitters in one of the following ways.  Wireless Trainer: press and hold the BACK key on student transmitter while turning on it, the LED under the logo will start flashing. At the same time, toggle and hold the SG switch on instructor transmitter while turning on it.
  • Page 26: Channel Input Set [Channel Set]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual scroll wheel to select the value of the channel. Channels can be set include AIL, ELE, THR, RUD, GEAR, AUX1, AUX2, AUX3 and AUX4. Values:  ON: If one of the above channels is set to ON, it means this channel is to be used for trainer instruction.
  • Page 27: Import & Export

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual 4. After the setting is completed, press the scroll wheel to save it. User can edit the value of next channel or press the BACK to return the Model Set. CAUTION:The parameter of AUX1 is not available for helicopter.
  • Page 28: Export All Model

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual 1. Select the model you wish to import the new model file. (1) In the Model Set menu, roll the scroll wheel to select Model Select, and then press the scroll wheel to enter the setting interface.
  • Page 29: Import All Model

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual export and save the file to the SD card. Import All Model You can import all models from the SD card. 1. In the Model Set menu, roll the scroll wheel to select Import & Export, press the scroll wheel.
  • Page 30: Reset Model [Reset Model]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual 2. Roll the scroll wheel to select the channel, and then press the scroll wheel to enter the setting interface. Channels can be set include AIL, ELE, THR, RUD, GERA, AUX1, AUX2, AUX3, and AUX4. You can select either mode for each channel in case of loss of RF signal: ...
  • Page 31 Blitz-DT9 User Manual Reset Model 1.Reset Current Model 2.Reset All Model 2. Roll the scroll wheel to select to command, and then press to execute the command.  Reset Current Mode: Reset the settings of current model to default values.
  • Page 32: Model Parameter (Airplane)

    Model Parameter (Airplane) Before setting the model parameters, please select the model in Model Set→ Model Select menu, and set the model type in the Select Model Type menu. If the model is airplane, set the model type to Airplane. After entering the main menu, roll the scroll wheel to select Model Parameter.
  • Page 33: Sub Trim [Sub Trim]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual End Point TxChs GEAR GEAR AUX1 AUX2 AUX1 AUX2 AUX3 AUX4 AUX3 AUX4 2. Roll the scroll wheel to select one channel and then press the scroll wheel to enter the editing status. On the editing status, you can press the scroll wheel continuously to choose one or two items at the same time.
  • Page 34: Servo Delay [Servo Delay]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual Setting Method: 1. In the Model Parameter menu, roll the scroll wheel to select Reverse, and then press the scroll wheel to enter the setting interface. The state of each channel is displayed in real-time on the right.
  • Page 35: Switch Set [Switch Set]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual 2. Roll the scroll wheel to select the channel, press and then roll the scroll wheel to set the delay value. After that, press the scroll wheel to save the value. Values: -20~20. The default is 0. The larger the value is, more slowly the servo speed changes.
  • Page 36: Throttle Hold [Thr Hold]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual default is OFF.  L KNOB Curve: This parameter is used to set the control switch for Knob TL curve function. Values: SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF, SG, SH and OFF. The default is OFF. Throttle Hold [THR Hold] This function is for auto rotation landing by holding the throttle servo at a low position.
  • Page 37: Mix Set [Mix Set]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual HOLD 00:00:57 00:00 00:00 MODEL01 Mix Set [Mix Set] Mixing allows control input for a channel to affect more than one channel at a time. It supports mixing a channel to another channel and mixing a channel to itself.
  • Page 38: Throttle To Balance Mixing [Thr→ Bal Mix]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual PgmMixA TxChs 1.Mix SW: GEAR AUX1 AUX2 AUX3 AUX4 3. Press and then roll the scroll wheel to set the value of Mix SW. Values: OFF, ON, SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF, SG and SH. The default is OFF.
  • Page 39: Veer To Elevator Mixing [Veer→ Ele Mix]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual THR BAL Mix TxChs 1.Mix SW: GEAR AUX1 AUX2 AUX3 AUX4 2. Press and then roll the scroll wheel to set the value of Mix SW. Values: OFF, ON, SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF, SG and SH. The default is OFF.
  • Page 40 Blitz-DT9 User Manual This function mixes aileron and rudder to elevator. The mixing amounts from aileron and rudder to elevator can be set separately for left and right as two independent settings. Setting Method: 1. In the Mix Set setting interface, roll the scroll wheel to select Veer→ELE Mix, and then press the scroll wheel to enter the setting interface.
  • Page 41: V-Tail Mixing [V-Tail Mix]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual rudder channel to elevator channel when operating the rudder stick to left. Values: -100~100. If the value is negative, it will adjust the elevator operation in the negative direction. If the value is positive, it will adjust the elevator operation in the positive direction.
  • Page 42: Delta Mixing [Delta Mix]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual V-Tail Mix TxChs 1.Mix SW: 2.ELE ELE: +100 3.RUD ELE: -100 GEAR AUX1 4.ELE RUD: +100 AUX2 AUX3 5.RUD RUD: +100 AUX4 3. Roll the scroll wheel to select the setting item. Press and then roll the scroll wheel to set the value of the item.
  • Page 43 Blitz-DT9 User Manual CH1 (AIL): aileron CH2 (ELE): elevator Delta (elevon) mixing mixes channel 1 (AIL) to channel 2 (ELE) allowing the elevons to operate in unison (as elevators) or in opposition (as ailerons). Setting Method: 1. In the Mix Set setting interface, roll the scroll wheel to select Delta Mix, and then press the scroll wheel to enter the setting interface.
  • Page 44: Flaperon Mixing [Flaperon Mix]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual  ELE→AIL: This parameter is used to set the mixing rate (percentage) from elevator channel to aileron channel. Values: -100~100. If the value is negative, it will adjust the aileron operation in the negative direction. If the value is positive, it will adjust the aileron operation in the positive direction.
  • Page 45 Blitz-DT9 User Manual Flaperon TxChs 1.Mix SW: GEAR AUX1 AUX2 AUX3 AUX4 2. Press and then roll the scroll wheel to set the value of Mix SW. Values: OFF, ON, SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF, SG and SH. The default is OFF.
  • Page 46: Aileron Curve [Ail Curve]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual  When using Flaperon mixing function, do not set the flap to full travel, otherwise the aileron will be invalid.  You cannot set V-tail mixing when Flaperon mixing has already been set. In order to enable Flaperon mixing, you need to cancel Delta mixing function first (modify the value of Mix SW to OFF).
  • Page 47: Elevator Curve [Ele Curve]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual the value is AIL-D2, you can set the aileron curve D2.  1~9: It is used to set the value of a specific point. The servo position can be set independently for a maximum of 9 point positions. The screen can only display 7 points at a time.
  • Page 48: Rudder Curve [Rud Curve]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual THR Curve D0 EPA: +100 1: 0.0 2:12.5 EXP: 3:25.0 LEVEL 4:37.5 5:50.0 CUSTOM 6:62.5 THR-D0 7:75.0 2. Roll the scroll wheel to select the setting item. Press and then roll the scroll wheel to set the value of the item. After that, press the scroll wheel to save the value.
  • Page 49 Blitz-DT9 User Manual curves D0, D1 and D2. They have the same setting method. Take the setting of RS Curve D0 curve as an example. Setting Method: 1. In the Model Parameter menu, roll the scroll wheel to select RS Curve, and then press the scroll wheel to enter the RS Curve D0 setting interface.
  • Page 50: Model Parameter (Helicopter)

    Model Parameter (Helicopter) Before setting the model parameters, please select the model in Model Set → Model Select menu, and set the model type in the Select Model Type menu. If the model is helicopter, set the model type to Helicopter. After entering the main menu, roll the scroll wheel to select Model Parameter.
  • Page 51: Throttle Hold [Thr Hold]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual  ACR Fly: This parameter is used to set the control switch for acrobatic fly function. Values: SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF, SG, SH and OFF. The default is OFF.  AIL Curve: This parameter is used to set the control switch for aileron curve function.
  • Page 52 Blitz-DT9 User Manual Swash Mix TxChs 1.Type: 1 Servo 2.AIL Mix: +100 3.ELE Mix: +100 GEAR AUX1 4.PIT Mix: +100 AUX2 AUX3 AUX4 2. Roll the scroll wheel key to select Type. Press and then roll the scroll wheel to set the swash type.
  • Page 53: Pitch Curve [Pit Curve]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual elevator to aileron and pitch when operating the elevator stick. Values: -100~100. If the value is negative, it will adjust the aileron and pitch operation in the negative direction. If the value is positive, it will adjust the aileron and pitch operation in the positive direction.
  • Page 54: Aileron Curve [Ail Curve]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual For the descriptions of each parameter, Please refer to Aileron Curve [AIL Curve](Page 44). After setting the helicopter’s pitch curve, you can select the hold, normal, or acrobatic pitch curve by using throttle hold switch and acrobatic flight switch.
  • Page 55: Rudder Curve [Rud Curve]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual For the descriptions of each parameter, Please refer to Aileron Curve [AIL Curve](Page 44). After setting the helicopter’s throttle curve, you can select the normal or acrobatic throttle curve by using acrobatic flight switch. Rudder Curve [RUD Curve]...
  • Page 56: Function Set

    Function Set In the Function Set menu, you can set the timer, airplane gyro, ESC and check the flight data, etc. After entering the main menu, roll the scroll wheel to select the Function Set. Press the scroll wheel to enter the Function Set interface. Function Set 1.Timer 1 Set 2.Time1 2 Set...
  • Page 57 Blitz-DT9 User Manual Values:  OFF: This timer is disabled. You do not need to set the following items when OFF is selected.  UP Timer: This timer is enabled, and displays on the main screen as up timer.  DOWN Timer: This timer is enabled, and displays on the main screen as down timer.
  • Page 58: Downlink History [Downlink History]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual Downlink History [Downlink History] The aircraft performance data can be displayed on this menu with corresponding receiver and flight controller that can send the data back. In the Function Set menu, roll the scroll wheel to select Downlink History, and then press the scroll wheel to enter this interface, as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 59 Blitz-DT9 User Manual Channel Set TxChs 1.GEAR: 2.AUX1: 3.AUX2: GEAR AUX1 4.AUX3: AUX2 AUX3 5.AUX4: AUX4  NOTE: It is suggested to assign a 3-position switch to AUX1 channel. If you assign a 2-position switch to AUX1 channel, you can only switch between two flight modes during flying.
  • Page 60 Blitz-DT9 User Manual Mode Map(SB) Auto-Recovery 1.Position-1: Gyro Off 2.Position-2: 3.Position-3: Normal  If a 2-position switch is assigned to AUX1 channel, take SH switch as an example, the interface is shown as below. Mode Map(SH) 1.Position-1: Auto-Recovery Normal 2.Position-2:...
  • Page 61 Blitz-DT9 User Manual airplane. It can effectively improve the stability of your airplane, especially on a windy day.  Auto-Recovery: It is also called Auto Balance Mode. Choose this mode to lock the tilt angle on pitch and roll axis. When operating in this mode, the airplane will maintain level flight automatically.
  • Page 62 Blitz-DT9 User Manual  Angle Gain: This parameter is used to set the value (percentage) of the angle gain. When the value is 0, the gain is the lowest. The larger the value is, the larger the gain is. Values: 0~100. The default is 50.
  • Page 63: Esc Set

    ESC Set This menu is specifically designed to set the programmable items of the ESC. When working with Detrum ESC, Blitz-DT9 can set the programmable item of the ESC without programming card. It is currently used to set programmable parameters for the Skylord Series, Skylord Advanced Series, and Volcano Series ESCs.
  • Page 64 Blitz-DT9 User Manual CAUTION: Ensure that connect the ESC to transmitter first. And then power on the ESC. Or the connection fails. 4. Roll the scroll wheel to select programmable item. Press and then roll the scroll wheel to set the value. After that, press the scroll wheel to save the value.
  • Page 65: Channel Monitor

    Channel Monitor You can check the status of each channel through the channel monitor. After entering the main menu, roll the scroll wheel to select Channel Monitor. And then press the scroll wheel to enter the channel monitor interface. -100 AUX4 AIL ELE THR RUD GEAR AUX1 AUX2 AUX3 ...
  • Page 66: System Set

    System Set The System Set menu sets up functions of the transmitter, does not set up any model data. After entering the main menu, roll the scroll wheel to select System Set, and then press the scroll wheel to enter the System Set interface. Language [Language] It is used to set the language displayed on LCD, including Chinese and English.
  • Page 67: Back-Light Brightness [Brightness]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual will be on for 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, or 60 seconds before automatically shutting off. Setting Method: In the System Set menu, roll the scroll wheel to select Bright Off. Press and then roll the scroll wheel to set the value. After that, press the scroll wheel to save the value.
  • Page 68: Calibration [Calibration]

    Blitz-DT9 User Manual Calibration [Calibration] This function calibrates the neutral position of the stick, knob and stick travel. Stick calibration is required in the following conditions:  Using the transmitter first time  After changing the stick mode  After upgrading the transmitter firmware ...

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