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- Page 1 © 2007 DSM and DSM2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, Inc. Spektrum is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc. Spektrum radios and accessories are exclusively available from Horizon Hobby, Inc. 11132...
- Page 2 AR9100 PowerSafe User Guide ❚...
- Page 3 • Heavy 16awg dual battery leads with pre-wired E-flite ® connectors • True dual battery redundancy - each battery is isolated and if one • Compatible with all Spektrum and JR full range radio systems fails/shorts the other takes over. ®...
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Page 4: Remote Receiver
Dimensions LxWxH - 47.3 x 40.2 x 14.2mm / 1.86 x.1.58 x .56 in. Weight - 34 grams / 1.2 oz Connector type - EC3 Remote Receiver Dimensions LxWxH - 25.8 x 20.2 x 6.8mm / 1.02 x .80 x .27 in. Weight - 3 g /.2 oz. Spektrum AR9100... -
Page 5: Items Included
BATT1- 2000mAh + • 36” Remote receiver extension - SPM9014 BATT2- 2000mAh= a total capacity of 4000mAh • 12 inch EC3 extension - SPMEXEC312 • 24 inch EC3 extension - SPMEXEC324 Spektrum AR9100... -
Page 6: Battery Capacity
In this example using two 4000mAh batteries (8000mAh total capacity) x 60%= 4800mAh (available useable capacity) divided by the capacity used per 10 minute flight, 435mAh would allow up 11 flights, of 10 minutes each. Spektrum AR9100... - Page 7 Using the above aerobatic guidelines relative to the size Giant-Scale Jets- BVM Ultra Bandit: and number of servos used will provide a conservative capacity for your 4000–8000mAh scale aircraft. As always, check battery charge condition before each flight. Spektrum AR9100...
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Page 8: Battery Voltage
Many pilots are using 2-cell LiPo batteries to power their aircraft. LiPo’s offer greater capacity for their size and weight, plus are easier to manage charging (no false peaks and no self-discharge issues depending on servo capability and warranty). Spektrum AR9100... -
Page 9: Installation
• Using the above guidelines select the battery system that best fits your application and install the batteries in your aircraft. Connect the battery to the PowerSafe. Spektrum batteries are pre-wired with an E-flite EC3 connector and plug directly in. If using another brand of battery, it will be necessary to solder EC3 connectors to the included battery leads. - Page 10 5. Remove the bind plug and store it in a convenient place. 6. After you’ve programmed your model, it’s important to rebind the system so the true low throttle and neutral control surface positions are programmed. Spektrum AR9100...
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Page 11: Failsafe Functions
LED(s) on definately until the transmitter signal is present. When the transmitter is turned on, the receiver locates the signal (GUID), connects, and normal control resumes. When connected, the amber LEDs on the attached remote receivers will be on. Spektrum AR9100... -
Page 12: Preset Failsafe
After the system makes a connection, if loss of signal occurs Preset Failsafe drives all servos to their preset failsafe positions that were set during binding. When the signal is regained, the system immediately (less than 4ms) regains control. Spektrum AR9100... -
Page 13: Range Testing
Standard Range Testing Before each flying session, and especially with a new model, it’s important to perform a range check. All Spektrum aircraft tranmitters incorporate a range testing system which, when the bind button on the transmitter is pressed and held, reduces the output power, allowing a range check. -
Page 14: Advanced Range Testing Using A Flight Log
(2 to 3X) then the test should be redone and if the same results occur, move the offending receiver to a different location. Spektrum AR9100... -
Page 15: Using The Flight Log
Flight Log Spektrum’s Flight Log is compatible with the AR9100 PowerSafe. Press the button to display the following information: The Flight Log displays overall RF link performance as well as the individual A - Antenna fades on internal antenna A internal and external receiver link data. -
Page 16: Warranty
Product. This damage or injury. warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation, operation, maintenance, or attempted repair by anyone other than Horizon. Return of any goods by Purchaser must be approved in writing by Horizon before shipment. Spektrum AR9100... - Page 17 4105 Fieldstone Road be repaired or replaced free of charge. Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole Champaign, Illinois 61822 discretion of Horizon Hobby. Please call 877-504-0233 with any questions or concerns regarding this product or warranty. Spektrum AR9100...
- Page 18 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency range. The associated regulatory agencies of the following countries recognize the noted certifications for this product as authorized for sale and use: Spektrum AR9100...
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