FrSky TANDEM Series Manual

Introduction

Building on the TANDEM series radios which apply simultaneous working 2.4G & 900M dual-band technologies,
FrSky have released the much awaited TANDEM XE tray radio. The XE is the largest form factor radio in the
TANDEM series, developed to meet the needs of RC users who enjoy tray radio design, combined with the
flexibility and quantity of switch inputs. It's stunning looks, together with its high quality build make it an obvious
upgrade for the TARANIS X9E fans!
DUAL-SCREEN COLOR DISPLAY DESIGN
TANDEM XE adopts a dual-screen design, the main screen is a 4.3-inch color touch-screen which is used to
operate ETHOS such as model configuration. A second smaller 2.4-inch color screen is positioned on the top of
the radio to meet the needs of RC users who wish to have additional information separately displayed. The
content displayed on the additional screen can be programmed (such as by Lua, configurable and personalized
by user) in the system.
MODULAR DESIGN AND FLEXIBILITIES
TANDEM XE has been designed with flexibility in mind. It not only features multiple switch input slots for further
extending the control needs, it also benefits from customisable switch blocks which can also be replaced with
alternative blocks with more input slots. Additional design features have been included to meet the needs of wider
RC user communities, for example controlling the forward and reverse movement of RC crawlers can be
achieved by customizing the side All CNC metal levers with the optional self-centering type accessory. Likewise
using the optional 3-axis extenders mounted on the gimbals offers many possibilities when used with RC ground
vehicles. The XE includes a foldable stand/frame which can be easily folded away in the bottom of the radio body,
and its design also provides a good solution to attach the tray radio strap.
BUILT-IN MASS STORAGE & BATTERY EXTENSION
In order to save the user the trouble of deciding the storage capacity, TANDEM XE comes with a built-in 1024MB
(8Gbit) flash storage that offers plenty of file storage to meet all of your radio's storage needs, along with high
data transmission speed. And for the users who are looking for a bigger battery capacity than the included XE
4000mAh Li-Po battery, the XE offers a bigger battery bay that can accommodate larger battery packs if needed.

Overview

Ext. 2.4G Antenna
SA (1), SB (2),
1 2 3 7 8
SC (3), SD (4),
4 5 6 10 11
SE (5), SF (6),
Slider
T5
L1 L2
Stick
T3 T2
Power
Switch
T4 T1
SYS,
MDL,
MDL
DISP,
RTN
RTN
Speaker
Hook
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● Supports Recharge System for 2S Li-ion Battery
● High-speed PARA Wireless Training System
● Big Size Battery Bay for the Battery Capacity Upgrade
2S Li-battery balance charging via USB-C
The Green LED indicator states:
Led on: in charging / Led off: end of charge / Flash:
Battery compartment size: 84*41.5*20mm (L*W*H)
Note: 1. Charge the battery with the USB adapter (Voltage: 5V+0.2V Current:＞2.0A) when you use the
USB charging function.
2. The lower the initial charging voltage, the better the charging effect is when the voltage
difference cells exceed 50 mV between the two.
1 2 3
4 5 6
T5

Navigation Controls

The left navigation control does RTN, SYS, MDL, DISP, and Page UP/Down. The right navigation control
does scroll and enter. Both navigation controls and touch screen can be used to control the system.
T4
MDL
RTN

Ethos Suite

With Ethos Suite,you can update the radio bootloader, firmware, SD card, flash, and also convert image
format and audio format. Find and download the ETHOS Suite at ethos.frsky-rc.com/.
Note: To use the Ethos Suite application with a FrSky radio, the radio bootloader must be version 1.2.0
or newer.
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Switch
Ext. 900M Antenna
● SA (1): 3 positions; Short Lever
● SB (2): 2 positions; Long Lever
Top Display
● SC (3): Blank Slot
SG (7), SH (8),
9
● SD (4): 3 positions; Short Lever
SI (9), SJ (10),
12
SK (11), SL (12), ● SE (5): 3 positions; Long Lever
Slider ● SF (6): Blank Slot
T6
● SG (7): Blank Slot
● SH (8): Momentary; Long Lever
Stick
● SI (9): 3 positions; Short Lever
● SJ (10): Blank Slot
● SK (11): 3 positions; Long Lever
Main Display
● SL (12): 3 positions; Short Lever
● T1-T6: Trims
You can choose the Switch and define
its position in the HARDWARE menu.
Speaker
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charge fault
7 8 9
10 11 12
T6
L1 L2
T3 T2
T1
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Carrying Bar

Specifications

● Dimension: 345*262*82mm (L*W*H)
● Weight: 1357g (Battery Excl.) / 1492g (Battery Incl.)
● Operating System: ETHOS
● Internal RF Module: TD-ISRM
● Number of Channels: 24 channels
● Operating Voltage Range: 6.5 ~ 8.4V (2S Li-battery)
● Operating Temperature: -10°C~60°C (14°F~140°F)
● Battery Bay Size: 86*61*20mm (L*W*H)
● Data Transmission & Charging Interface: USB Type-C
● USB Adaptor Voltage and Current: 5V+0.2V, >2.0A
● Built-in Flash Storage: 1024MB (8Gbit)
● Main 4.3" Touch-Screen Display Resolution: 800×480
● Top 2.4" Color Screen Display Resolution:320×240
● Compatibility: ACCST D16 & ACCESS 2.4G & ACCESS 900M & TD Modes

Features

● Carbon Fiber Center Panel + CNC Metal Panel
● Modular Design | Replaceable Blocks with Customized Multiple Inputs
● MC11 All CNC High-Precision Hall-Sensor Gimbals with 10 Ball-Bearing
- Adjustable 45° / 60° stick travel (Additional Travel Limiter Tool is required)
- 8° rotatable panel
● 6 Trims & 4 Retractable Knobs & 2 All CNC Metal Side Levers & 2 Linea Sliders
● Main Color Touch-Screen Display with Operating ETHOS
● Top Color Screen with User Configurable Data Display (such as by Lua)
● 6 Quick-Mode Custom Buttons
● Lite Type External Module Bay
● Fordable Radio Stand/Frame also for Attaching Radio Strap
● Built-in TD 900M/2.4G Dual-Band Internal RF Module
● Built-in Flash Storage: 1024MB (8Gbit)
● External TF card slot for storage extension
● Haptic Vibration Alerts and Voice Speech Outputs
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ETHOS Operating System

Create the model

STEP 1:
Enter into Model Select, then select the
model type.
STEP 2:
Configure the model channel.

Model Setup Procedure - Internal Module

STEP1: Enable RF Module

Enter the RF system menu by the touch-screen
or use the navigation encoder key.
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Micro SD Card Port
Type-C USB Port
Training port
Module
Bay
1. USB port is for upgrading, reading/
writing Micro SD cards and internal
memory of radio contents and charging.
(Micro SD card is not provided with
shipment.)
2. Smart Port is for firmware upgrade for
Battery
Cover
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Create a new model.
Name the model and set the model picture.
Choose the Internal Module.
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Smart Port
Earphone Port
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