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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Meaning Of Special Language

    NOTICE All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com or www.towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product. MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product: WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability...
  • Page 3 WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury. This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14. This is not a toy. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Always ensure all batteries have been properly charged prior to using the model. • Always check all servos and their connections prior to each run. •...

  • Page 5: Charging Warnings

    CHARGING WARNINGS CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can result in a fire, personal injury and/or property damage. • NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED. • NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT. • By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po battery, you assume all risks as- sociated with lithium batteries.
  • Page 6 • Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area for best results. • Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of 40–120º F (5–49° C). Do not store the battery or model in a car or direct sunlight. If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or even catch fire.
  • Page 7 • Never charge damaged batteries. • Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger. • Never allow minors to charge battery packs. • Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places (recommended between 40–120° F [5–49° C]) or place in direct sunlight.
  • Page 8 WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: If you ever need to replace your Spektrum receiver found in a Horizon Hobby product, always purchase from Horizon Hobby, LLC or a Horizon Hobby authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS How To Use the Manual Transmitter Mode Change Navigating the Pages Stick Tension Return To Spektrum AirWare App Throttle Strap Adjustment Using the Table of Contents Control Sticks Control Stick Length Adjustment Box Contents Android Operating System...
  • Page 10 Model Type Defaults Edit Categories Acro Defaults Search the Model List Heli Defaults Model Details Sail Defaults Model Name Multi Defaults Model Image Model Utilities Channel Count List View Model Category Select A Different Model Expanded Model Details Add A New Model Reset Model Timer BNF Template Duplicate Model...
  • Page 11 Save As Template Sub Trim Model Note Speed Absolute Travel Binding Names Spektrum Failsafe Types Balance Binding And Programming Failsafe Dual Rates and Expo Testing Failsafe Auto Switch Select Throttle Cut Active Boxes Throttle Curve Active Box Custom Setup Adding and Deleting Curve Points...
  • Page 12 Resetting A Programmable Mix Acro Pitch Curve Offset Swashplate Trim Electronic E-Ring Combo Mixing Elevator Compensation Understanding Mixing Gyro 0.5 Mixing Values Heli Gyro Back Mixing Acro Gyro Sailplane Pre-Configured Mixes 3-Axis Gyro Forward Programming Single Axis Gyro AS3X Governor ®...
  • Page 13 MODEL SETUP Switch Assignments Bind Combo Switch Setup Timers Logical Switch Setup Frame Rate Sleep Mode Telemetry Utilities Spektrum LED Indicator Gauge Panel Setup Audio Events Dashboard Setup General Settings Switch Change Reports Flight Data Reset Custom Reports Auto Detect Sensors...
  • Page 14 Trainer Trim Release Report Telemetry Warnings Wired Trainer Stepping Reports Wireless Trainer Trainer State Reports Trainer Alerts Center Tone Instructor Transmitter Configuration Model Start Alerts Binding Wireless Trainer Pre-Flight Checklist Head Tracking FPV Setup System Sounds Range Test Spoken Flight Mode Flight Log Data Binding Alerts Guidelines for DSM2 Installations...
  • Page 15 Serial Port Protocol SYSTEM SETTINGS Spektrum RF System Configuration Serial Port Power (9.5v) Product Information Aircraft Type Calibration Aircraft Type (Airplane) Touch Sensitivity Swashplate Type (Helicopter) Regulatory Information Sailplane Type (Sailplane) TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Aircraft Type (Multirotor) FAQS Flight Mode Setup...
  • Page 16 1-Year Limited Warranty Warranty and Service Contact Information FCC Information IC Information Compliance Information for the European Union...

  • Page 17: How To Use The Manual

    HOW TO USE THE MANUAL The manual for the iX14+ is an interactive .pdf document, optimally viewed in the .pdf viewer app on the Android. To access the manual from Spektrum AirWare app: 1. Touch the System Settings button from the home screen.
  • Page 18 NAVIGATING THE PAGES 1. Touch the middle of the screen once to access the reader app toolbars. 2. Touch the page icon ( ) to set the viewing mode.
  • Page 19 Page-by-Page 3. Select for best viewing results. 4. After the viewing mode is set, touch in the center of the screen to enter full- screen mode. 5. Touch toward the far right side of the screen or swipe left to go the next page. Touch toward the far left side of the screen or swipe right to go to the previous page.
  • Page 20 To return to the Spektrum AirWare app: 1. Swipe from the top or right side of the screen to access the Android navigation tools. Overview 2. Touch the icon. 3. Touch the Spektrum AirWare app in the list of running apps. Overview icon...

  • Page 21: Using The Table Of Contents

    USING THE TABLE OF CONTENTS The Table of Contents is fully interactive. Touch an entry to go directly to that page.
  • Page 22 Return to the Table of Contents At the end of each manual section, touch the button to return to the Table of Contents.

  • Page 23: Box Contents

    BOX CONTENTS The iX14+ radio system is supplied with the following: • Spektrum iX14+ Transmitter • 10,500mAh Li-Ion Transmitter Battery Pack (SPMB10500LITX4)(Installed) • Quick Start Guide • USB magnetic adapter cable with magnetic USB-C adapter • iX14 Neck Strap • iX14 Decal Sheet...

  • Page 24: Basic Operation

    1 minute to boot up. The Spektrum AirWare app will automatically launch. Do not attempt to open other applications while the Spektrum AirWare app is launching. When the application has finished launching, the Spektrum AirWare home screen will be displayed. The Android operating system may then be accessed to utilize other apps.

  • Page 25: Sleep Mode

    • WiFi Connection: Swipe down from the top of the screen and click on the WiFi icon to connect to available WiFi networks. Spektrum AirWare app updates and firmware updates for the radio hardware are available through the Google Play Store.
  • Page 26 Touch the Advanced Options bar to show individual sleep options. Switch the radio signal (Spektrum RF), Screen and Bluetooth on or off as desired. Swipe the “SWIPE TO APPLY” slider to apply the advanced sleep options. Press the Power button once to wake the system from Sleep Mode.
  • Page 27 • Screen Sleep Mode: Tap the Power button once to put the screen to sleep. The radio will continue to transmit RC control signals. • The transmitter has enough battery power for approximately 6 hours of use. Fully charging the battery requires approximately 6 hours. •...

  • Page 28: Setting Up A New Model Overview

    Out of the box, the transmitter will have one Acro model stored in the model memory. Use this default or create a new model. Tap in the upper left corner of the Spektrum AirWare app main screen and press and hold PROCEED to go to the Model Utilities menu.
  • Page 29 After selecting the model type and before binding, tap the button from the main screen in the Spektrum AirWare app to access the model setup options. The most critical setup option is Aircraft Type which defines many pre-configured options such as specialized mixing for multi servo wings, swashplates for helicopters and other aircraft type-specific options.
  • Page 30 With the receiver in bind mode, power on the aircraft. TIP: Remove control horns if necessary to confirm the servo center positions before you power on the aircraft to bind it. BIND button on the Spektrum AirWare dashboard or access the Bind Either tap the Model Setup.

  • Page 31: Transmitter Functions

    TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS...
  • Page 32 Function Function 1 Antenna Throttle/Aileron (Mode 1) Elevator/Aileron (Mode 2) 2 LED Throttle/Rudder (Mode 3) 3 Right Trim Elevator/Rudder (Mode 4) 4 Right Knob Left/Right Gimbal Stick Tension 5 Switch E Adjustment* 6 Switch H Up/Down Gimbal Stick Tension 7 Switch G Adjustment* 8 Switch F 15 Throttle Limit Switch (Mode 1,3)
  • Page 33 Function Function 18 Speaker Elevator/Rudder (Mode 1) Throttle/Rudder (Mode 2) 19 LCD Touchscreen Elevator/Aileron (Mode 3) Elevator Trim (Mode 1,3) Throttle/Aileron (Mode 4) Throttle Trim (Mode 2,4) Left/Right Gimbal Stick Tension Rudder Trim (Mode 1,2) Adjustment* Aileron Trim (Mode 3,4) Up/down Gimbal Stick Tension Throttle Tension and Ratchet Adjustment*...
  • Page 34 Function Function 33 Switch I 38 Serial Interface Port 34 Left Trim 39 Audio Jack 35 Power Button 40 Battery Cover 36 Left Rear Lever 41 Micro Memory Card Port 37 Right Rear Lever 42 USB-C Charge Port * NOTICE: Always perform a stick tension test while turning the screws to ensure stick tension is not too loose or too tight.

  • Page 35: Spektrum Led

    SPEKTRUM LED The 5-bar LED on the front of the iX14+ indicates different transmitter functions. • The LED glows solid orange when the iX14+ is powered on and actively transmitting. • The LED is off when either the iX14+ is powered off or when the RF is in sleep mode with the screen active.

  • Page 36: Charging

    CHARGING For optimum charging results, the built-in charger requires a USB power supply capable of at least 2-3A output. Using a power supply with a lower output will result in very long charge times or the transmitter not charging if it is powered on while attempting to charge.
  • Page 37 CAUTION: Never change the low voltage limit for Li-Ion batteries below 3.3V. Doing so could over-discharge the battery and damage both battery and transmitter. CAUTION: Never leave a charging battery unattended. CAUTION: Never charge the battery outside of the transmitter. Charging the battery outside of the transmitter may interfere with the battery monitoring system, which can give false low battery warnings.
  • Page 38 1. Connect a 2-3A USB power supply (not included) to an AC outlet. 2. Connect the included magnetic USB charging cable to the power supply. 3. Insert the included magnetic USB-C adapter in the USB port on the back of the transmitter. 4.

  • Page 39: Physical Transmitter Adjustments

    PHYSICAL TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENTS NOTICE: Always perform a stick The adjustment points for the iX14+ are located around the face of each gimbal.* tension test while turning the screws to This arrangement allows for quick and ensure stick tension is not too loose or easy adjustment without removing the too tight.

  • Page 40: Gimbal Adjustment Screws

    GIMBAL ADJUSTMENT SCREWS 1 Centering 4 Vertical Spring Tension 2 Ratchet Set 5 Horizontal Spring Tension 3 Tension Set 6 Throttle Limit Switch...

  • Page 41: Transmitter Mode Change

    TRANSMITTER MODE CHANGE Mode 2 is the default transmitter control mode for the iX14+. The transmitter is capable of converting to modes 1, 3 or 4 as well. This conversion requires both a programming and mechanical adjustment. The conversion consists of the following steps: •...

  • Page 42: Programming Conversion

    PROGRAMMING CONVERSION See the System Setup, System Configuration section to select the control layout mode. If changing between modes 2 and 4 or 1 and 3, no physical gimbal changes are required.
  • Page 43 CHANGE THE THROTTLE RATCHET 1. Locate the throttle strap adjustment screws on both gimbals. The ratchet set screw engages a serrated section on the gimbal for a ratcheted throttle, while the tension set screw engages a strap for smooth tension on the gimbal. 2.
  • Page 44 ADJUST THE GIMBAL CENTERING SCREW When changing between Modes 1 and 2, or between Modes 3 and 4, the gimbal centering screw must be adjusted on both gimbals to enable the centering spring on the elevator gimbal and disable it on the throttle gimbal. 1.
  • Page 45 THROTTLE LIMIT ADJUSTMENT FOR TRANSMITTER MODE CHANGE Throttle limiting is used to limit the maximum travel of the throttle stick when changing between modes 1 and 2, or between modes 3 and 4. Throttle limit switches 1. To disengage throttle limiting on the current throttle gimbal, remove the plastic switch covers above and below the gimbal.
  • Page 46 2. Slide the throttle limit switch to the opposite side of its current position. 3. Replace the plastic switch covers. 4. To engage throttle limiting on the desired gimbal, remove the plastic switch covers above and below the gimbal. 5. Slide the throttle limit switch to the opposite side of its current position. 6.
  • Page 47 CALIBRATION After changing the mode, cycle the power of the iX14+. When it powers on, a calibration screen will be displayed. Move every control to the extreme and return them to center. The indicator will turn green when the range of each control has been accepted;...

  • Page 48: Stick Tension

    STICK TENSION Turn the screws clockwise a small amount using a small Phillips screwdriver to tighten the stick tension and counterclockwise to loosen. NOTICE: Always perform a stick tension test while turning the screws to ensure stick tension is not too loose or too tight. Overtightening a screw can damage the spring.

  • Page 49: Throttle Strap Adjustment

    THROTTLE STRAP ADJUSTMENT The gimbals on the iX14+ can be configured for smooth tension or ratcheted throttle. SMOOTH THROTTLE TENSION 1. Locate the throttle strap adjustment screws on the throttle gimbal. 2. Adjust the throttle tension by turning the tension set screw clockwise to tighten or counterclockwise to loosen, using a small Phillips screwdriver.
  • Page 50 RATCHETED THROTTLE If desired, disengage the smooth throttle strap and engage the ratcheted throttle, using a small Phillips screwdriver. 1. Back the set screw out on the smooth tension strap until the throttle moves freely. 2. Tighten the set screw on the ratchet until it engages the gimbal. 3.

  • Page 51: Control Sticks

    CONTROL STICKS To Change Control Stick Ends: 1. Grasp the lower knurled portion of the stick and loosen the upper knurled portion of the stick. 2. Unscrew the stick and replace it with optional stick ends. 3. Once the new stick end is at the correct height, lock in place by holding the upper knurled portion of the stick and tightening the lower knurled portion against it.

  • Page 52: Control Stick Length Adjustment

    CONTROL STICK LENGTH ADJUSTMENT The control sticks are composed of two machined aluminum pieces threaded onto the gimbal. To adjust the Control Stick Length: 1. Grasp the lower knurled portion of the stick and loosen the upper knurled portion of the stick. 2.

  • Page 53: Android Operating System

    ANDROID OPERATING SYSTEM The iX14+ transmitter is built on the Android operating system and features a large color touch screen display. Navigate the iX14+ using the same actions and gestures as those used to operate any other Android device. To navigate, use your finger to tap, swipe and drag icons and menus found on the display.

  • Page 54: Android Navigation Icons

    ANDROID NAVIGATION ICONS The Spektrum AirWare application will hide the Android home screen navigation icons. To access the Android navigation icons at anytime, swipe down from the top edge of the screen as shown or left from the right side of the screen.
  • Page 55 Press the circle icon to go to the Android home screen. Circle icon...

  • Page 56: Android Home Screen Elements

    ANDROID HOME SCREEN ELEMENTS 1. All Apps: Swipe up from the bottom to access a list of the apps loaded on the iX14+. 2. Back: Return to previous screen. 3. Home: Return to the home screen. 4. Overview: Allows switching between any active applications.

  • Page 57: Notification Screen

    NOTIFICATION SCREEN 1. Swipe down from the top of the screen once to exit full screen mode and bring the home screen navigation icons to the front. 2. Swipe down a second time to roll down the Notification Screen for quick access to: •...

  • Page 58: Spektrum Airware Navigation

    SPEKTRUM AIRWARE NAVIGATION The iX14+ Spektrum AirWare app has up to four main screens that can be quickly accessed by swiping left or right on the touch screen display. The Dashboard and Monitor screens are always available. Telemetry Dashboard and Telemetry Min/Max are only available when telemetry information is present.
  • Page 59 Model Utilities menu OR long Volume press to access Model Select to change the active Active main model screen: Touch or sweep screen left or right to change Long press to access the Select Model Image menu Spektrum Airware navigation buttons...
  • Page 60 • Monitor: Graphically displays all current control inputs in real time.
  • Page 61 • Telemetry Dashboard*: Displays telemetry information for each sensor. User selects which items to display on this page from the Telemetry setup menu. Additional telemetry pages are available when activated in the telemetry setup menu.
  • Page 62 • Telemetry Min/Max*: Logs the minimum and maximum values collected from each telemetry sensor. * Only available if telemetry is active and the transmitter is bound to a telemetry receiver.

  • Page 63: Volume Control

    ) in the top right corner of any of the main screens to access the iX14+ Volume menu. • Move the slider up and down to adjust the volume. • Touch the Mute button ( ) to silence all sounds within the Spektrum AirWare app.

  • Page 64: Telemetry Reset

    TELEMETRY RESET When the transmitter is bound to a telemetry receiver, telemetry signal strength bars appear in the main screen top bar ( ). Long press the strength bars to reset the telemetry flight data and erase the min/max data.

  • Page 65: Model Image Selection

    MODEL IMAGE SELECTION To change the model image from the dashboard screen: 1. Touch and hold the model image. PICK AN IMAGE FROM THE 2. Select an image from the stock images, select GALLERY to choose a file from the Android images gallery folder. TIP: Image files should be 266 x 164 pixels, however the system will stretch the image file to fit.
  • Page 66 MODEL TYPE DEFAULTS When a new model is created, the iX14+ assigns a baseline configuration, which includes warnings, timers, channel input configuration (switch assignments), receiver port assignments (channel assignments), flight modes, and menu options all based on the model type selected. The four model types available include: •...
  • Page 67 ACRO DEFAULTS • Throttle position warning at 10%. • 5:00 minute timer set to count down from throttle stick movement above 25%. Switch Assignments A- Gear H- N/A B- Aux 2 R Knob- Aux 3 C- N/A Left Slider- Aux 4 D- Aux 1 Right Slider- Aux 5 Left Trimmer- N/A...
  • Page 68 Channel Assignments 8. Aux 3 1. Throttle 2. Aileron 9. Aux 4 3. Elevator 10. Aux 5 4. Rudder 11. Aux 6 5. Gear 12. Aux 7 6. Aux 1 13. Aux 8 7. Aux 2 14. Aux 9...
  • Page 69 HELI DEFAULTS • Throttle position warning at 10%. • 5:00 minute timer set to count down from throttle output above 25%. • Flight modes are called Stunt Modes in Heli. Flight Mode 0 is Normal, Flight Mode 1 is Stunt 1 and Flight Mode 2 is Stunt 2. Switch Assignments A- N/A H- N/A...
  • Page 70 Channel Assignments 8. Aux 3 1. Throttle 2. Aileron 9. Aux 4 3. Elevator 10. Aux 5 4. Rudder 11. Aux 6 5. Gear 12. Aux 7 6. Pitch 13. Aux 8 7. Aux 2 14. Aux 9...
  • Page 71 SAIL DEFAULTS • Throttle position warning at 10% if the motor option is enabled in the Sailplane Type menu in Model Setup. • 5:00 minute timer set to activate with Switch I. • Flight modes are called Launch, Cruise and Land if flight modes are assigned, no default flight mode assignments.
  • Page 72 Channel Assignments 8. Aux 3 1. Inhibit 2. Aileron 9. Aux 4 3. Elevator 10. Aux 5 4. Rudder 11. Aux 6 5. Gear 12. Aux 7 6. Aux 1 13. Aux 8 7. Aux 2 14. Aux 9...
  • Page 73 MULTI DEFAULTS • Throttle position warning at 10%. • 5:00 minute timer set to count down from throttle stick movement above 25%. Switch Assignments A- Gear H- N/A B- N/A R Knob- Aux 3 C- N/A Left Slider- Aux 4 D- Aux 1 Right Slider- Aux 5 Left Trimmer- N/A...
  • Page 74 Channel Assignments 8. Aux 3 1. Alti 2. Roll 9. Aux 4 3. Pitch 10. Aux 5 4. Yaw 11. Aux 6 5. Gear 12. Aux 7 6. Aux 1 13. Aux 8 7. Aux 2 14. Aux 9...
  • Page 75 MODEL UTILITIES The Model Utilities menu is accessed by touching the model name at the top left corner of the home screens in the Spektrum AirWare app. If RF is on, a dialog box will appear to PROCEED turn off RF. Touch and hold to continue to the Model Utilities menu.
  • Page 76 Use the Model Utilities Screen to: • Select a Different Model • Export Models • Add a New Model • Delete Models • Sort Model List • Edit the Model Categories • Import Models • Search the Model List Expanded menu options...

  • Page 77: List View

    LIST VIEW Touch the list view icon to change between the large list view and the two column model list view. Large List View Double List View...
  • Page 78 SELECT A DIFFERENT MODEL The active model appears in the model list with an orange outline around it. To change the active model from the Model Utilities menu list: 1. Touch the model to be activated on menu list. The Model Details screen for the selected model is displayed.
  • Page 79 ADD A NEW MODEL 1. Touch the expand icon ( ) at the top right corner of the Model Utilities screen. Add a New Model 2. Select from the drop down menu. 3. Select Default, Template from the pop up menu. Use Default to create a model using default values for all model settings.
  • Page 80 BNF TEMPLATE The iX14+ includes the option of loading preconfigured BNF templates from the Model Utilities menu. Add a New Model When you select the option from the pop up menu, you are given the choice of various bind and fly aircraft, listed by brand. Ribbon 1.
  • Page 81 2. Select the aircraft from the list. The aircraft template is loaded and added to the bottom of the model utilities list. 3. Select the model from the model utilities list. SELECT/ACTIVATE MODEL 4. Touch to activate the model.

  • Page 82: Sort Model List

    SORT MODEL LIST To sort the order the models appear on the models list: 1. Touch the expand icon ( ) at the top right corner of the Model Utilities screen. Sort Model List. 2. Touch 3. Either select the options to sort the entire models list alphabetically or select a model to be moved.

  • Page 83: Import Models

    IMPORT MODELS To import models: 1. Touch the expand icon ( ) at the top right corner of the Model Utilities screen. Import Models 2. Select from the drop down menu. 3. Open the desired file(s).

  • Page 84: Export Models

    2. Select from the drop down menu. 3. The file extension type is set to .ispm. The exported models are only compatible with other Android based, Spektrum AirWare equipped transmitters. Select All. 4. Select the model to be exported, or 5.
  • Page 85 DELETE MODELS To delete one or more models from the model list: 1. Touch the expand icon ( ) at the top right corner of the Model Utilities screen. Delete Models. 2. Touch 3. Select the model(s) to be removed from the list. 4.
  • Page 86 EDIT CATEGORIES Edit Categories allows you to add sub-categories to the model list. To edit the model list categories: 1. Touch the expand icon ( ) at the top right corner of the Model Utilities screen. Edit Categories. 2. Touch 3.
  • Page 87 SEARCH THE MODEL LIST The list of models saved on the transmitter may be searched by a text string from the Model Utilities or Model Select menus. To search the Model List: 1. With the Model Utilities or Model Select menu active, swipe down from the center of the screen.

  • Page 88: Model Details

    MODEL DETAILS Access the Model Details menu by touching to select a model from the Model Utilities menu list. The model selected must be the active model for the full menu to SELECT/ACTIVATE MODEL open. If it is not the active model, touch to activate it.
  • Page 89 MODEL NAME The selected model must be the active model to enable the option to change the model name. To change the selected model name: 1. Touch in the model name box. The text input screen will appear. 2. Enter up to 20 characters. DONE 3.
  • Page 90 MODEL IMAGE The model image can be changed on any model from the model utilities list, including models that are not active. To change the model image: 1. Touch the model image. 2. Select an image from the stock PICK AN IMAGE images, select FROM THE GALLERY to choose...

  • Page 91: Channel Count

    CHANNEL COUNT Select the number of channels needed to appear on the monitor screen.
  • Page 92 MODEL CATEGORY Select the desired model category.
  • Page 93 EXPANDED MODEL DETAILS Touch the expand icon ( ) at the top right corner of the Model Details screen for a scrollable list of additional options. These options affect the selected model and vary whether the model selected is active. Options in the drop down menu include: •...

  • Page 94: Reset Model

    RESET MODEL TIMER Reset Model Timer Touch to reset the timer for the selected model. DUPLICATE MODEL Duplicate Model Touch to make a copy of the selected model as a new model. RESET MODEL Reset Model Touch to return all values of the selected model to the default values. DELETE MODEL Delete Model Touch...
  • Page 95 IMPORT AUDIO To import the audio events from another stored model to the active model: 1. From the Model Details screen of the active model, touch the expand icon ( ). Import Audio. 2. Touch 3. Select the model from which to import the audio events. 4.

  • Page 96: Export Model

    2. The file extension is selected. This file format is compatible with other Android based Spektrum AirWare equipped transmitters. This format includes all settings from the file being copied, except for the model image. 3. Touch EXPORT. A list of connectivity options appears.

  • Page 97: Save As Template

    SAVE AS TEMPLATE Save As Template Select to save the selected model as a default model template, which can be accessed any time a new model is created. TIP: Establish a default for each model type to define switch positions, text to speech features, telemetry configurations, rates and curves, or any features commonly used on a given type of model.
  • Page 98 MODEL NOTE Use this option to add notes to support the model. This can include setup details, flight logs, fuel mixtures, etc. To add a model note: 1. Touch and drag up in the expanded Model Details list to scroll to the bottom.
  • Page 99 BINDING Binding is the process of linking the iX14+ to an aircraft receiver. The iX14+ is compatible with genuine DSM2 and DSMX Spektrum receiver products. The EU ® ® version of the iX14+ does not support DSM2 receiver products. Access the Bind menu from the Model Setup menu or access it directly by touching BIND button on the Dashboard screen.
  • Page 100 SPEKTRUM FAILSAFE TYPES Spektrum receivers use two types of failsafe modes, Smartsafe with hold last ™ command and Preset. These are set on the receiver during the binding process. • SmartSafe failsafe mode keeps the receiver from powering the throttle ™...
  • Page 101 BINDING AND PROGRAMMING FAILSAFE Failsafe is configured when the transmitter and receiver go through the binding process. When binding an aircraft, always follow these steps to ensure the failsafe operates as expected in the unlikely event of a loss of radio link: 1.
  • Page 102 TESTING FAILSAFE CAUTION: Make sure the aircraft is fully restrained on the ground. If the failsafe is not set correctly, the aircraft might advance to mid or full throttle. Always remove propellers or disengage motors from drive systems when testing failsafe on electric power systems.
  • Page 103 2. Power off the RF signal on the transmitter by double clicking the power button to access the Sleep Mode screen. Advanced Options, switch off Spektrum RF 3. Touch and swipe the SWIPE TO APPLY bar. The throttle and control surfaces should immediately move to the expected failsafe positions or hold position depending on the failsafe type set during bind.

  • Page 104: Auto Switch Select

    AUTO SWITCH SELECT Switches, sliders, trims and the rotary knob on the iX14+ are all assignable. Switches may be assigned for various functions, for example, assigning a dual rate switch or activating throttle cut (shown below). To assign a switch to a function: 1.
  • Page 105 2. Select the desired switch from the popup menu. A quicker alternative to selecting the switch from the popup menu is to toggle the actual desired switch while the popup menu is active. The switch will automatically be assigned to the selected function.
  • Page 106 ACTIVE BOXES Many of the iX14+ menus include Active Boxes. These boxes represent switch positions when the value or condition being shown will be active or inactive. The active box appears grey by default, indicating the curve or condition is active at this switch position.
  • Page 107 ACTIVE BOX CUSTOM SETUP Select Custom Setup to customize the switch position to active curve setup. Custom Setup With Custom Setup selected, the active box for each curve is shown in orange. Custom Setup allows you to select which switch position to use for each curve/condition. Select the curve then touch the desired active button(s) to assign the switch positions to be used for the selected curve.
  • Page 108 Curve Select a curve to change the curve that is displayed on the screen. Selecting the curve shows the active switch position for that curve. This may be changed by selecting or deselecting the active switch box. Change the shape of the curve by increasing or decreasing the percent values of each point along the curve, or add and delete curve points, as described in the Mixing section.
  • Page 109 MY LIST My List allows the user to create a list of shortcuts to quickly navigate to the most used functions for each model entry. To create a My List shortcut list: 1. Go to the Model Details menu for the model. 2.
  • Page 110 3. Return to the main dashboard screen. My List 4. Touch the tab on the main screen. Configure List. The Touch the button and select which functions to add to the functions will have a check mark next to the name when selected. Save 5.
  • Page 111 My List The selected functions are now directly available in the screen. TIP: The functions in the My List tab menu can be re-ordered to suit your needs. My List 1. With the menu open, touch and hold the menu item you wish to move. 2.
  • Page 112 MODEL ADJUST The Model Adjust menu contains features and adjustments that are used to finalize the settings for a model configuration. Options in the Model Adjust menu will vary depending on the model type selected during initial model configuration and the aircraft type selected in the Model Setup menu.
  • Page 113 Model Adjust menu options specific to certain model types include, but are not limited to: Airplane Type Sailplane Type • Differential • Camber Presets • Flap System • Camber System • Pre-Configured Mixes Helicopter Type • Pitch Curve Multirotor Type •...

  • Page 114: Servo Setup

    SERVO SETUP Servo Setup. From the Model Adjust menu, touch The following setup sub menus are available: • Reverse • Travel • Sub Trim • Speed • Absolute Travel • Names • Balance...
  • Page 115 Touch the desired function in the ribbon at the top of the screen to bring up the corresponding setup sub menu. Touch and drag on any of the sub menus to scroll through the channel lists. The Model Adjust menu can be accessed at any time from the Servo Setup sub menus by touching the back arrow ( ...
  • Page 116 REVERSE Use the Reverse menu to reverse the travel direction of any channel. For example, if the elevator moves up and it should move down, reverse the elevator channel travel direction. To reverse a channel travel direction: Reverse 1. Select in the Servo Setup menu ribbon.
  • Page 117 TRAVEL The Travel menu sets the travel or endpoints of the servo arm movement.
  • Page 118 To adjust travel values: TRAVEL 1. Touch in the ribbon at the top of the Servo Setup menu. 2. Select the high or low side of the channel. 3. Touch the lock icon ( ) to adjust both directions at the same time, if desired, or adjust the Low and High values independently.
  • Page 119 SUB TRIM The Sub Trim menu adjusts the servo travel center point. To adjust sub trim values: SUB TRIM 1. Touch in the ribbon at the top of the Servo Setup menu. 2. Touch the number to the right of the desired channel to open the channel sub trim menu.
  • Page 120 SPEED The Speed menu slows the response time on any channel, such as landing gear or flaps.
  • Page 121 To adjust speed values: SPEED 1. Touch in the ribbon at the top of the Servo Setup menu. 2. Touch either the right or left side value of the desired channel to open the channel Speed menu. 3. Slow the channel response by sliding the highlighted circle or using the + or –...
  • Page 122 ABSOLUTE TRAVEL The Absolute Travel menu limits the amount of travel on a channel, taking into account all combinations of settings: travel, trim, rates, etc. The iX14+ will not drive the output past the absolute travel limit. Adjust the absolute travel value to prevent servos from binding or over driving a control surface...
  • Page 123 To adjust the absolute travel limit: ABSOLUTE TRAVEL 1. Touch in the ribbon at the top of the Servo Setup menu. 2. Touch the low or high values to adjust the limit value in the desired channel. The low point can be adjusted from 1 to 2048, and the high point can be adjusted from 2049 to 4096.
  • Page 124 NAMES The Names tab allows the user to change the name and abbreviation of the channels shown on the monitor screen as well as other menus throughout the transmitter. To change the channel names: NAMES 1. Touch in the ribbon at the top of the Servo Setup menu. 2.
  • Page 125 BALANCE Balance is an adjustable curve on all Selected channels to fine-tune the servo position channel at up to seven points along the curve. Curve Use Balance to: Point • Reduce the effects of round servo values horns so movement is more linear. •...

  • Page 126: Clear All

    To balance the servo output on a given channel: BALANCE 1. Touch in the ribbon at the top of the Servo Setup menu. 2. Select the desired channel to adjust. 3. Touch one of the seven values displayed below the curve. The number value is highlighted along with the corresponding point on the curve.
  • Page 127 DUAL RATES AND EXPO Dual Rates and Exponentials are available on the aileron, elevator and rudder channels.
  • Page 128 Dual rates are commonly used to set up models for different flight performance. Dual rates cannot increase surface travel. They only reduce travel. One rate setting for a control surface normally allows for full travel. Other rate settings for that surface reduce the travel available.
  • Page 129 To program dual rates and expo: 1. From the Model Adjust menu, touch Dual Rates and Expo to open the scrollable menu. 2. Touch the Channel button to select the desired control to adjust. 3. Scroll to the bottom of the menu and touch the Switch button to select the desired switch.
  • Page 130 4. Touch the Dual Rates values to access the value sliders. 5. Adjust the travel rates for each switch position. Each rate number affects one side of the servo travel from the center. 100% results in full travel. A 50% rate results in 50% of full travel. Touch the lock icon ( ...
  • Page 131 7. Adjust the expo value for each switch position. Touch the lock icon ( ) to adjust both values together or separately. Adding positive expo makes the control less sensitive around the center. Adding negative expo makes the control more sensitive around the center.
  • Page 132 Enable adjusting the Dual Rate or Expo values on the fly (OTF) by assigning a trimmer switch to the positive (high) and negative (low) functions: 1. Touch Inhibit. 2. Assign an available trim switch. 3. Assign a minimum and maximum val- ue of the function.

  • Page 133: Throttle Cut

    THROTTLE CUT Program the Throttle Cut function to ensure the motor is off when the throttle cut is activated.
  • Page 134 To program Throttle Cut: 1. From the Model Adjust menu, touch Throttle Cut. 2. Assign a switch to throttle cut either by choosing the switch from the popup menu or by using auto switch selection. The numbered boxes give a visual representation of which switch position throttle cut will activate.
  • Page 135 3. Assign the throttle cut position. The default setting is -100. 4. Assign the Delay value. The default time is 0.00s to give an immediate throttle cutoff when activated. 5. Switch Require Stick Low on to require the throttle stick to be returned to low before the throttle will function after Throttle Cut has been activated.

  • Page 136: Throttle Curve

    THROTTLE CURVE Creating and fine-tuning a throttle curve is one of the last steps in preparing a new aircraft for flight. Ensure all other controls are set up and functioning correctly and the model is safely secured prior to starting the engine. Some models may exhibit rapid RPM change from low to half throttle input and very little change in RPM from half to full throttle input.
  • Page 137 To create a throttle curve: 1. From the Model Adjust menu, touch Throttle Curve. 2. Select a switch or to enable curve adjustments. Multiple curves can be configured on a switch to provide multiple throttle curve options. Select to select only one curve. On the graph, the horizontal axis represents the movement of the throttle stick.
  • Page 138 3. Touch and drag up the right side of the screen to view the value of each point on the curve. The point values do not appear until the curve is enabled in Step 2. 4. Move the throttle stick up and down. A gray bar appears to the left of the point value associated with the throttle stick position.
  • Page 139 5. Touch the point value box for any point that requires adjustment. A slider and + and – appear to adjust the point position up or down on the graph. 6. Touch when the selected curve point is in the desired position. Expo 7.
  • Page 140 ADDING AND DELETING CURVE POINTS A maximum of 7 points, at a minimum of 10% apart, are available on the throttle curve. To add a curve point: 1. Move the throttle stick to the desired position for the new point. 2.
  • Page 141 To delete a curve point: 1. Move the throttle stick to the position of the point to be deleted. 2. Touch and drag on the right side of the screen to scroll to the bottom of the curve point list. Add Pt 3.
  • Page 142 HELI, SAIL AND MULTIROTOR THROTTLE CURVE In Heli Model Type, throttle curves are tied to the various flight modes. Each flight mode has a different throttle curve which must be set up individually. Throttle curves are called Motor Curves in Sailplane and Multirotor menus. When the Sailplane Model Type, the motor must be assigned a stick or switch for the Motor Curve menu to appear in Model Adjust.

  • Page 143: Throttle Hold

    THROTTLE HOLD Throttle Hold must be enabled in Model Setup, Flight Mode Setup by selecting a Hold Switch. Once enabled, Hold appears as one of the flight mode options in the Throttle Curve and Pitch Curve menus. The throttle hold flight mode has two main components, the throttle curve and the pitch curve.
  • Page 144 The throttle hold should be programmed for zero throttle for electric helicopters, and engine idle speed for fuel powered models. Throttle hold serves three purposes for heli pilots: 1. Model helicopters can be extremely dangerous if the throttle is inadvertently bumped.
  • Page 145 TIP: Always fly with a finger on the throttle hold switch and be prepared to activate it at any moment in case of an out of control model or unexpected obstacle in the flight path. Activating throttle hold immediately eliminates power to the rotor blades.
  • Page 146 PRACTICAL THROTTLE CURVE EXAMPLE The following is a step-by-step example of creating a throttle curve for a gas- powered airplane. Use similar steps to set up any aircraft. 1. Start the engine. 2. Using a tachometer, find the RPM range. Subtract the idle RPM from the full speed RPM to get the RPM range.
  • Page 147 VIDEO TX Spektrum control signals include a special command system to manage frequencies and power output on video transmitters. Compatible video transmitters can be managed from this menu by connecting a signal wire from the aircraft receiver to the video transmitter. See the video transmitter manual for more information.
  • Page 148 To apply changes to the video transmitter from the iX14+: 1. Power on the video transmitter and ensure it is properly connect to the aircraft receiver. Video 2. From the Model Adjust menu, touch 3. Adjust the Band, Channel frequency, Power level and Mode to the desired values. mode sets the video transmitter output to very low power for testing in the pits.
  • Page 149 MIXING Use one of several pre-configured mixes or choose an open programmable (P-Mix) to link two control outputs to one control input. Mixing functions support: • Mixing one channel to another channel. • Linking primary channel trim to secondary channel trim. •...
  • Page 150 These pre-configured mixes are available for each model memory: • Rudder to Aileron/Elevator (ACRO) • Aileron>Rudder (SAIL) • Aileron to Rudder (ACRO) • Aileron>Flap (SAIL) • Elevator to Flap (ACRO) • Elevator>Flap (SAIL) • Swashplate (HELI) • Flap>Elevator (SAIL) • Cyclic to Throttle (HELI) In addition to the pre-configured mixes, up to 24 programmable mixes are available.
  • Page 151 To activate a pre-configured mix: 1. From the Mixing menu, select the desired pre-configured mix. 2. Choose a switch and active position to control the mix or choose the option to have the mix always active. 3. Touch in one of the value boxes to open the options.
  • Page 152 To activate a P-Mix: 1. From the Mixing menu, select the desired available P-Mix. Normal Curved 2. Choose either mix type. Normal mix uses a rate value to define a linear, proportional mix. Curved mix is a ratio based on a flexible curve with user assigned points.
  • Page 153 3. Touch the Name line to access the keyboard screen to customize the name of the selected mix. 4. Select a channel for input and target. THR > ELE, for example, makes throttle the input and elevator the target channel. An input or target must be selected to change the rate values.
  • Page 154 5. If available, toggle Origin on to activate origin mixing. Origin mixing bypasses any other mixing that might affect that channel, such as throttle curves, exponential, travel adjust or other programming, and uses only the stick position to control the mix. 6.
  • Page 155 Normal 7. If using the mix type, enter the rate values (i.e., the pre- configured mixes). If using the Curved mix type, touch in each point value box to change the curve point position. 8. Slide the circle along the bar to the desired value.
  • Page 156 To add more points on the curve: 1. Swipe to the bottom of the options on the right side of the screen. 2. Move the input axis until the black + on the graph is in the desired point location on the horizontal axis.
  • Page 157 RESETTING A PROGRAMMABLE MIX To quickly reset a programmable mix to the default values: 1. Scroll to the bottom of the programmable mix screen. RESET 2. Touch the button to confirm the resetting of the mix or touch CANCEL to return to the 3.
  • Page 158 OFFSET Change the Offset value to move the effective center position of the target channel. Positive or negative value determines the direction of the offset. Offset is not available for curve mixes. TRIM Switch Trim on to control the target channel trim value with the input channel trim input.
  • Page 159 COMBO MIXING Combination Mixing creates AND/OR mixing. AND mixing occurs where two conditions must occur to activate the mix. OR mixing occurs when the mix will activate if either of two conditions occurs. To program Combination Mixing: 1. Activate a programmable mix. Combo Sw.
  • Page 160 4. Select the Relation (OR, AND) 5. Select the desired switch and active switch position for Switch 2. The mix is active when the switch position box is filled. The Status switch at the bottom of the screen gives a visual method to check the mix status with the various switch positions.
  • Page 161 UNDERSTANDING MIXING 0.5% mixing values and back mixing are functions built in to the mixing programming and work seamlessly with the various types of mixing available. 0.5 MIXING VALUES IMPORTANT: This function is only available in the default RUD > AIL/ELE mix in aircraft model type.

  • Page 162: Back Mixing

    BACK MIXING Back Mixing applies to all related servos in a multi servo Aileron/Flapped wing or a multi servo split elevator. Creating a mix to RAL (Right Aileron) or LAL (Left Aileron) will create different results and enable you to use fewer mixes to achieve the desired response.
  • Page 163 SAILPLANE PRE-CONFIGURED MIXES When Sailplane is selected as the model type, the iX14+ will pre-configure four commonly used mixes. For the following mixes, it is normal to set the offset close to or at the end point because of the geometry of sailplane flap servo linkages. It is also normal to use a significant amount of trim on the flap channels to center the control surfaces with these configurations.
  • Page 164 Aileron to Flap (AIL > FLP) The Aileron to Flap mix allows the entire trailing edge of the wing (aileron and flap) to operate as ailerons. When active, as aileron is applied, the flaps also move. Always program the flaps to move in the same direction as the turn (right aileron input moves the flaps as right ailerons).
  • Page 165 Flap to Elevator (FLP > ELE) Flap to Elevator mix prevents pitch up tendency that occurs when Crow or Butterfly mixing is applied. This mix is typically used only with the Camber System. The Flap to Elevator mix operates as a curve so the elevator response can be matched to specific points in the spoiler stick travel.
  • Page 166 FORWARD PROGRAMMING Forward Programming is compatible with specific Spektrum products only. Features and use are product specific. Refer to the connected device manual for programming instructions. Model Setup, Menu Setup The Forward Programming menu is activated in the screen.
  • Page 167 SEQUENCER The Sequencer can manage two independent functions activated by a single switch. For example, the gear switch could be assigned to operate the landing gear doors and retractable landing gear. Time delays can be added within a sequence to adjust both when and the speed at which each event takes place.
  • Page 168 Two built-in sequencers are set up for different styles of gear doors. • Door Cycle/Wheels: for P-51 style gear doors where the gear doors open first, the retractable landing gear cycles in or out, and the door closes. • Door Basic/Wheels: for gear door systems that require the door to stay open with the landing gear.
  • Page 169 To set a sequencer: 1. Determine the total time for the gear sequence, forward and reverse. 2. Assign a switch to activate the sequence. 3. Assign sequence times for how long the sequence should take, forward and reverse.
  • Page 170 4. Swipe up and assign relevant channels. The name of the channels can be changed. These assigned names will appear in the Servo Setup and Channel Assign menus. 5. Set each channel to Proportional or Step. Proportional will allow a smooth transition between points. Step will make an instant change from one point to the next.
  • Page 171 6. Swipe up to see the timeline. 7. Touch the percentage values along the top of the timeline to set the output positions along the timeline for each channel.
  • Page 172 Sequencers can also be configured to manage a mix. For example, with retractable nose wheel steering applications, the steering mix can be disabled when retracted and activated when the wheels are down. During the transition when the wheels are coming down, the nose wheel steering should be disabled until the gear is fully down. Assign the related sequence first.
  • Page 173 AS3X ® To use this feature, the Telemetry menu must first be configured for use with AS3X ® technology in Model Setup, and the iX14+ must be bound to a compatible AS3X receiver that has been configured for remote gain. Receiver configuration is done separately from the iX14+ setup.
  • Page 174 The AS3X Gains menu displays the following for each flight mode: Axis: Roll, Pitch and Yaw Rate: Rate gain values Heading: Heading gain values Actual: The current gain value taking into account the priority gain and the stick position of that channel Gain: Represents the gain channel output position.
  • Page 175 Channel: Must correspond to the channel selected in the AS3X application in the FM Channel Assignment screen Switch: Selects the switch on the transmitter that is used to select the flight modes in the AS3X system. AS3X and Flight Mode share a switch assignment. Assigning a switch in the AS3X menu will set the Flight Mode switch assignment.
  • Page 176 To configure the AS3X functions: 1. Configure the receiver for remote gain using the AS3X application. In the receiver configuration, each axis under every flight mode must be set to RELATIVE (REL) to connect that gain value to the remote gain channel. Leaving gain settings as ABSOLUTE (ABS) during the setup will mean the gain values are fixed and will not be affected by the remote gain channel.
  • Page 177 7. Assign gain values for each flight mode switch position. 8. Confirm any changes made with the assigned switch result in gain reductions in the related fields in the telemetry feedback display. WARNING: Always confirm control surface directions and gyro response after making any changes to AS3X receivers.
  • Page 178 DIFFERENTIAL The Differential menu allows for an increase or a decrease in the amount of differential travel between aileron control surfaces. By reducing the amount of aileron surface travel in one direction, differential helps eliminate adverse yaw from the application of aileron control. The Differential menu option only appears when any multi aileron servo wing type is selected in Aircraft Type in the Model Setup menu.
  • Page 179 To adjust the Differential: 1. From the Model Adjust menu, touch Differential. 2. Set Switch to to use a single value for differential, or assign a switch from the popup menu. 3. Touch the value box to adjust the differential value. A positive differential value decreases the amount of down aileron travel of both ailerons.

  • Page 180: V-Tail Differential

    V-TAIL DIFFERENTIAL The V-Tail Differential menu allows for increasing or decreasing the amount of differential between tail control surface throws. This menu option only appears when V-Tail A V-Tail B Model Setup, Aircraft Type. is selected in...
  • Page 181 To adjust the V-tail differential: 1. From the Model Adjust menu, touch V-Tail Differential. 2. Set Switch to to use a single value for differential, or assign a switch from the popup menu. 3. Touch the value box to adjust the differential value.

  • Page 182: Flap System

    FLAP SYSTEM The Flap System menu enables flap programming as well as flap to elevator mixing. To make the Flap System menu available, choose a wing that includes flaps in Aircraft Type in the Model Setup menu. Settings include: switch input, flap position, elevator mix value, and speed of movement.
  • Page 183 To program the Flap System: Flap System. 1. From Model Adjust, touch 2. Touch the Switch input box to select the desired switch or Flight Mode. TIP: If an analog input device is selected (stick, slider or knob), the flaps will not operate in direct response to moving the input.
  • Page 184 4. If necessary, add any required elevator mixing for each of the switch positions by touching in the Elev value box and sliding the circle along the bar. This pre-defined mix compensates for pitch changes that occur when the flaps are deployed. The elevator compensation should be tuned so the model maintains level flight at each flap position.
  • Page 185 5. Adjust the flap speed to slow the flap movement for more realistic operation or to help prevent a rapid change in flight characteristics when the flaps are deployed. Flap speed options range from 0.0 to 360 seconds. The value selected is the amount of time it will take for the flaps to move from one switch position to the next.

  • Page 186: Pitch Curve

    PITCH CURVE The Pitch Curve menu is available by default for helicopter model types. Pitch curves are tied to the flight modes because they are often tied to complicated mixes. The graph represents how the pitch output command will respond to the pitch stick movements.
  • Page 187 To set up a pitch curve: 1. From Model Adjust, touch Pitch Curve to open the scrollable menu. 2. Touch the value box for each point to adjust the value. Increase or decrease the value to achieve the desired pitch output at that stick position. 3.
  • Page 188 4. To add points to the curve, move the throttle stick to the desired position along Add Pt the curve. Touch the button at the bottom of the menu. Throttle position...
  • Page 189 5. To delete points from the curve, move the throttle stick over the point to be Del Pt deleted. Touch the button at the bottom of the menu. Throttle position 6. Activate Expo, if desired, to smooth the curve to prevent abrupt change in pitch response.
  • Page 190 ACRO PITCH CURVE A pitch curve is also available for Acro models. The Acro pitch curve operates in the same manner as the helicopter pitch curve, but can be assigned to any stick, switch, or flight mode. To activate the Acro pitch curve: Aircraft 1.
  • Page 191 4. Touch the back arrow ( ) to return to Model Setup. Channel Assign. 5. Touch 6. Touch RX PORT ASSIGNMENT in the top menu bar.
  • Page 192 7. Assign the pitch output by selecting an open receiver port and choosing Pitch from the popup list. Model Adjust, touch Pitch Curve. Assign a switch and program the pitch 8. From curve using the same steps as the heli programming above.
  • Page 193 SWASHPLATE The Swashplate menu applies to models that require swashplate mixing at the transmitter. Swashplate is available when the Model Type is Helicopter and the Swashplate Type is set to anything other than Normal in Model Setup. This menu manages swashplate mixes not commonly used with flybarless control systems, which handle mixing on the model.
  • Page 194 Below is a common 3D swashplate setup for models using swashplate mixes: 1. From Model Setup, touch Swashplate Type to select the correct swashplate type. 2. Adjust servo horn positions so they are neutral at center stick (zero pitch). 3. Connect the linkages with the collective pitch stick centered (zero pitch).
  • Page 195 6. Use servo reversing to ensure the swashplate is moving correctly for each control input. At this step, the swashplate does not have to respond in the correct direction, but it is critical it tilts correctly with pitch and roll and moves up and down with pitch. 7.
  • Page 196 ELECTRONIC E-RING Electronic E-Ring prevents over driving servos by limiting servo travel if the sum of your cyclic and pitch inputs exceeds servo limits.
  • Page 197 ELEVATOR COMPENSATION The Elevator Compensation setting allows for adjusting the reaction time of the aileron and pitch servos in a 120° swashplate setup. This allows for all 3 servos to reach full travel at the same time. Select a number from the popup menu to adjust the delay of the aileron and pitch channels with elevator input.
  • Page 198 GYRO Gyro options for Heli and Acro model types are considerably different. HELI GYRO The Gyro menu is enabled to manage tail gyro gain when the Model Type is set to Helicopter. Touch Switch to select a switch or On. The number of gyro gain positions will correlate to the switch chosen.
  • Page 199 ACRO GYRO Unlike Heli configurations, Acro Gyro menus use a curve mix to enable the pilot to achieve the expected flight response. It is common to use the gyro menu to mix gain values so deflecting the control stick reduces the gain, preventing the gyro from fighting flight commands.
  • Page 200 3-AXIS GYRO With the 3-axis gyro function activated in Model Setup, Aircraft Type, Aircraft Options touch 3-Axis Gyro in Model Adjust. Select a switch to activate the gyro.
  • Page 201 Select a switch to activate the gyro. Select the percent value for each of the switch positions to adjust the gyro gain value.
  • Page 202 Add a Trimmer button to enable fine tuning adjustment of the gyro gain in the air. Select an open Channel for the gyro gain adjustment. This is the channel the gyro gain lead should be connected to. Consult the instructions included with your gyro for connection information.
  • Page 203 SINGLE AXIS GYRO In Model Setup, Aircraft Type, Aircraft Options select Gyro 1, 2 and/or 3 to activate the single axis gyro function. In Model Adjust touch Gyros to open the gyro menu.
  • Page 204 Gyro Type defines how the curve will respond depending on gyro functionality.
  • Page 205 Heli gyro type is used when a helicopter style heading hold gyro control input method is used. For these curves the numbers range from -100 to 100. This is normally used to provide two functions (rate or heading hold). Selecting a positive or negative number defines the mode as heading hold or rate mode.
  • Page 206 Aircraft type is intended for use with certain rate-mode-only airplane gyros that read the full signal range of zero to 100. This selection will change CURVE how the curve is laid out in the sub menu.
  • Page 207 To program an ACRO, aircraft type gyro: CURVE 1. Touch to open the custom curve mix. 2. Assign the input channel for the gyro. For example, if the gyro is installed to assist the aileron channel, select Aileron. 3. Assign the output channel for the gyro, for example, the Gear channel. The gain signal from the gyro must be plugged into the designated port to function properly;...
  • Page 208 Pilots will often set the value in the center of the curve at a high gain value. The gain is usually reduced to zero with full input at both ends of the travel. As the input is moved the gain is quickly reduced. This way the gyro provides stability at center stick and corrects less when the pilot makes control inputs.
  • Page 209 GOVERNOR The Governor menu is available when the model type is set to Helicopter. Governors and rev limiters attempt to manage the rotor speed of the helicopter. How the governors function can vary greatly. Consult the governor manual for more information. •...

  • Page 210: Tail Curve

    TAIL CURVE Helicopters without a heading hold gyro will experience inconsistent tail performance. When throttle is applied, the tail will swing one way and then another with reduced power. Tail curves are used to compensate for torque at various points in the throttle range. Tail curves are commonly tied to flight modes and tuned to match each mode after the pitch and throttle curves are set.

  • Page 211: Camber Preset

    CAMBER PRESET The Camber Preset menu is activated when the model type is set to Sailplane and when one of the multi-servo wing types is selected in Sailplane Type in the Model Setup menu. The Camber Preset function allows for programming of the ailerons, flaps (if assigned), wing tips (if assigned) and elevator for a specific position in each flight mode.
  • Page 212 Assign a trim switch to the Flap, Aileron, or Elevator On The Fly (OTF) options to adjust and refine the values of the selected surface while flying. The Speed setting enables the control surfaces to transition over a period of time, up to 120 seconds, when the flight mode is changed.

  • Page 213: Camber System

    CAMBER SYSTEM The Camber System menu is activated when the model type is set to Sailplane and when one of the multi-servo aileron wing types is selected in Sailplane Type in the Model Setup menu. The Camber System allows camber adjustment in flight and is used as the braking system.
  • Page 214 IN-FLIGHT CAMBER CONTROL Each flight mode can have an independent configuration with different offsets and travel. Some flight modes may have a small range of camber (drooped trailing edge), while others may have a small range of reflex (raised trailing edge). Common practice is to have some flight modes utilize a small amount of travel for fine trailing edge control and some flight modes to use a large amount of travel to act as flaps.
  • Page 215 IN-FLIGHT BRAKING In-flight braking requires simultaneous flap and aileron deployment in order to create drag and slow the aircraft. These complicated mixing functions are often referred to as Crow or Butterfly. Crow is a flight mode where the flaps deploy and the ailerons reflex upward.
  • Page 216 For example, a basic 3 flight mode setup on an electric sailplane with a 4 servo wing may be configured so that: • In launch mode: The spoiler stick operates the motor as a throttle stick for the motor. Camber is controlled from a slider and is mixed to ailerons so the flaps and ailerons work together as flaps.
  • Page 217 In this mode aileron to flap mixing delivers full span ailerons, and elevator to flap mixing makes elevator response aggressive. • In land mode: The motor is disabled using the motor cut menu. The spoiler stick deploys crow. - At high stick the camber is neutral. - As the stick is moved down, the flaps are dropped and the ailerons are reflexed up.
  • Page 218 CAMBER SYSTEM PROGRAMMING To program the Camber System: 1. Configure all of the flight modes before beginning the camber system programming. Camber System 2. Touch from the Model Adjust menu. 3. Select the flight mode to program. Moving the flight mode switch changes the flight mode indicated at the top of the menu.
  • Page 219 6. Set the Up and Down values for the control surfaces. The up value defines the upper side of the surface travel. The down value defines the lower end of the surface travel. 7. Select the next flight mode and program it according to Steps 4–6 until all flight modes are programmed.

  • Page 220: Model Setup

    MODEL SETUP The Model Setup menu features are used for basic aircraft setup configuration. The menu list varies by model type.
  • Page 221 The Model setup menu list includes: • Frame Rate • Model Start Warnings • Aircraft Type (ACRO, MULTI) • Sleep Mode • Swash Plate Type (HELI) • Range Test • Sailplane Type (SAILPLANE) • Timers • Telemetry Utilities • Trainer •...
  • Page 222 BIND Binding is the process of linking the iX14+ to an aircraft receiver. The non-EU version of the iX14+ is compatible with genuine DSM2 and DSMX Spektrum ® ® receiver products. The EU version is compatible with DSMX receiver products.
  • Page 223 Alerts Touch to configure any alerts that occur during binding.
  • Page 224 TIMERS The Timers menu offers two configurable on-screen timers and the integrated timers along the ribbon at the top of the screen. Each model type has its own default timer assignment. See the Model Type Defaults section for more information. Timers 1 and 2 are independent from each other and are freely assignable.
  • Page 225 The integrated timers record the time the model has clocked as well as the total RESET time the iX14+ system has clocked. Reset them by selecting the button.
  • Page 226 To configure a timer: 1. From Model Setup, touch Timers. TIMER 1 2. Touch along the top ribbon. Menu options for these two timers are identical. 3. Set the Enabled button to on to enable the selected timer. 4. Name the timer if desired. 5.
  • Page 227 6. If you selected Timer in the previous step, select Stopwatch or Countdown. Stopwatch: counts up from zero at start. Countdown: counts down from a user defined time at start. 7. If Countdown is selected, the start time (Minutes and Seconds) can be changed. The default setting is 5 minutes.
  • Page 228 9. One Time can be selected if the timer continues counting once started, regardless of the input. Timer Alerts 10. Touch the button to set audio and vibration alerts.
  • Page 229 Timer Control Alerts: Announce when the timer starts, stops, or resets. Alerts: Can be set to report at timed intervals. These alerts are pre-configured with Macros for basic text-to-speech reporting. The spoken alerts can be Audio Events changed at these trigger points by changing the text. See the section for more information on changing spoken text and using Macros.
  • Page 230 TIP: Touch one of the clock icons ( ) in the Timer displays on the Dashboard screen to directly access the Timers menu. Press and hold the Dashboard timer display to reset the timer.

  • Page 231: Frame Rate

    FRAME RATE The Frame Rate menu gives options for frame rates and DSM type. RF Mode: Options include Automatic and Force DSM2. DSM2 may be used with DSM2 only receivers. DSM2 technology is not available ® in the European version of the iX14+. CAUTION: Never fly in an area with more than 40 active 2.4GHz transmitters while using DSM2...
  • Page 232 • When bound to a 14CH mode capable receiver, a 14CH mode option is available which offers 14 channels at 22ms. • 11ms settings require digital servos or direct communication with the Spektrum serial signal (e.g., a flight controller). DX18 Compatibility: Enable this option if the model file was created on or will be used by a DX18 transmitter.
  • Page 233 TELEMETRY UTILITIES The iX14+ telemetry system is compatible with most generations of Spektrum telemetry devices, including module based, receivers with integrated telemetry, and Smart technology devices. The Telemetry Utilities menu contains options to configure the display of the telemetry information, reset the displayed data, detect sensors, set alarms based on the telemetry data, and save the telemetry data for later reference.
  • Page 234 Receiver voltage always defaults to slot eleven, and flight log data to slot twelve. To configure the telemetry system: 1. Install and connect the telemetry sensors to a compatible Spektrum telemetry receiver or module according to the instructions included with the sensors and receiver/module.
  • Page 235 TELEMETRY SCREEN CONFIGURATION Select either a gauge panel setup or a dashboard setup to display the telemetry information. • The gauge panel shows the information in a more visual manner, allowing for faster and easier readability. • The dashboard shows the information in a detailed manner.
  • Page 236 GAUGE PANEL SETUP Touch the Gauge Panel button at the top of the Telemetry list to modify the gauge display. 1. Touch the to add a new panel. Multiple panels can be used. 2. Touch the ( ) to open the panel configuration menu. 3.
  • Page 237 Gauge Configuration 5. Touch each of the sensor blocks to enter the menu for each sensor. 6. Enter a name for the gauge. 7. Select the sensor type. 8. Touch the Gauge Type to select from the available types. 9. Select from the Solid Fill, Major Gridlines, or Minor Gridline styles. 10.

  • Page 238: Dashboard Setup

    DASHBOARD SETUP Touch the Dashboard Setup button at the top of the telemetry list to modify the telemetry dashboard display. 1. Select the current panel or touch the to add a new panel. 2. Touch the ( ) to open the panel configuration menu. 3.
  • Page 239 5. Touch the expand button ( ) in any of the active sensors to modify the settings or touch the to add a sensor to any open slots in the selected layout.

  • Page 240: General Settings

    GENERAL SETTINGS Enter the Settings menu to change the Display type, Units, and activate the Priority Monitor.
  • Page 241 FLIGHT DATA RESET Touch the Flight Data Reset tab to reset all of the telemetry values to their initial values.
  • Page 242 AUTO DETECT SENSORS Touch the Auto Detect Sensors tab to scan the bound receiver for telemetry sensors.
  • Page 243 SET SENSOR ALARMS Touch Set Sensor Alarms to edit/create alarms for the various telemetry sensors. 1. Enter the Set Sensor Alarms menu. 2. Select from the list of available sensors. 3. Activate or disable the display of the sensor in the telemetry monitor screen.

  • Page 244: File Settings

    FILE SETTINGS Touch the File Settings button to determine how the transmitter saves the telemetry data file. By default, the transmitter is set to automatically create a data file in a folder named “AutoLog.” To change how the file is saved: Enter the File Settings menu.

  • Page 245: Analog Switch Setup

    ANALOG SWITCH SETUP The Analog Switch Setup menu allows all sticks, sliders and knobs (analog input devices using potentiometers) to be used as a kickpoint to activate functions like mixes or dual rates. Each input has two kickpoints between -100% to 100%. This range represents the full travel, with 0% being center.
  • Page 246 In the default state, the kickpoint for the transition between positions 0 and 1 is at 75%. The kickpoint for the transition between positions 1 and 2 is at -75%. The input is in switch position 1 at neutral (0%). Moving the input above 75% will change it to position 0, and moving it below the -75% value changes it to position 2.
  • Page 247 To program the switch kickpoints: 1. Touch either of the value boxes for the analog control. 2. Adjust the location of the kickpoints by dragging the highlighted circle or using the + or – buttons. Cancel Reset 3. Touch to save the values, to exit the kickpoint adjust menu or to return to the default settings.
  • Page 248 DIGITAL SWITCH SETUP Digital Switch Setup gives flexible output options for a channel to be driven from a switch or flight mode.
  • Page 249 To program a Digital Switch Setup: 1. Channel assignments cannot be made from the Digital Switch Setup menu. Assign the switch or flight mode to the desired output channel in the Channel Assign menu. 2. In the Digital Switch Setup menu, Select touch the button to view the...

  • Page 250: Switch Status

    SWITCH STATUS Touch the Switch Status tab in the ribbon at the top of the screen to display all available switches and their positions.

  • Page 251: Switch Assignments

    SWITCH ASSIGNMENTS Touch the Switch Assignments tab in the ribbon at the top of the screen to display all available switches and their assignments.
  • Page 252 COMBO SWITCH SETUP The Combo Switch function allows you to control an action by either combining the use of two switches or by allowing both switches to control that action independently. From the Model Setup menu, select the Combo Switch Setup tab. 1.
  • Page 253 5. With the switches chosen, the switch position boxes appear beneath each switch. Touch the position boxes to make the switch “active” or “inactive” in the given position. • A solid box indicates an “active” switch position. • An open box indicates an “inactive” switch position. •...
  • Page 254 LOGICAL SWITCH SETUP The Logical Switch function allows you to combine the function of two switches, giving a greater range of possible switch positions. The number of possible positions for a single logical switch setup will depend on which two switches are used as inputs.
  • Page 255 5. With the switches chosen, a switch position table appears. The solid blue box in the table indicates the current active position of the logical switch. • Switch 1 moves the active position up and down in the table. • Switch 2 moves the active position left and right in the table. 6.
  • Page 256 SLEEP MODE The Sleep Mode menu allows the user to change RF and screen state. Access the menu either from the Model Setup menu, or double tap the power button. TIP: The power button trigger for the Sleep Mode screen may be changed in the System Configuration tab in the System Settings menu.
  • Page 257 2. Touch Advanced Options to display the sleep options. 3. Touch the OFF/ON button(s) to turn off any combination of the Spektrum RF, Screen or Bluetooth. 4. Slide the SWIPE TO APPLY slider fully to the right to apply the changes.
  • Page 258 TIPS: • Tap the power button once to immediately put the screen in sleep mode when the iX14+ is powered on. The screen can be placed in sleep mode during flight. • When the screen is in sleep mode, tap the power button once to wake it. •...
  • Page 259 SPEKTRUM LED INDICATOR • The Spektrum LED slow flashes for approximately one minute after entering sleep mode, indicating the RF is off and the screen is in sleep mode. The operating system remains powered on and ready to wake with a single tap of the power button.
  • Page 260 AUDIO EVENTS Audio Events on the iX14+ can be set up to report virtually any action on the transmitter. The Audio Events menu is meant to serve as one location to find any audio report in the system. Reports can be set up based on timers, sticks, switches, telemetry data and more. The iX14+ features a powerful text to speech engine in the Android operating system.
  • Page 261 Common menu elements: • Voice button: Touch the Voice button to select Tone, Voice, Vibe, Tone/Vibe, Voice/Vibe or None for the audio event. • Spoken text editor: Touch the line with the pen icon ( ) to edit the spoken text.
  • Page 262 • MACROS: Touch the MACROS button to see a list of additional spoken-text macros. Select an option in this menu to insert a text string that vocalizes the selected data. The macros include a dollar sign ($) and description with no spaces.
  • Page 263 SWITCH CHANGE REPORTS The Switch Change Reports menu creates an audio report when a switch is moved. Press the plus ( + ) to add a report. The on-screen switch will enable or disable the report. Touching the ( ) will delete the report. Touch the (   ) to open a submenu to configure the report.

  • Page 264: Custom Reports

    CUSTOM REPORTS The Custom Reports menu creates an audio event that can be set to repeat on a user-defined interval. The time selected in Frequency will determine how long the system will pause before repeating the report.
  • Page 265 TOUCH SWITCH REPORTS The Touch Switch Reports menu creates audio events that are assigned to any of the toggle switches, A-H, on the transmitter. The event allows you to create an audible check of a switch position simply by touching the switch. To create a Touch Switch Report: 1.
  • Page 266 7. Touch the (   ) to accept the changes and return to the report details menu. 8. Select “On Release” or “On Touch” to determine when the report will sound. On Touch is the default. 9. Touch the back arrow ( ) to return to the Touch Switch Report menu or touch and hold to return to the dashboard.
  • Page 267 ADJUSTING TOUCH SWITCH SENSITIVITY The touch sensitivity of the various switches can be adjusted through the Calibration menu in System Settings. System Settings. 1. From the dashboard, touch 2. Touch the Calibration menu option. 3. Touch and hold PROCEED to continue to the Calibration screen. 4.
  • Page 268 TRIM REPORTS The Trim Reports menu allows for changing how the system signals trim inputs. Defaulted as tones, the trim reports can be set to tone, vibration, tone and vibration, or none.
  • Page 269 To change the Trim Reports: 1. Select a channel from the Trim Reports menu. 2. Touch the drop down menu button to select the report type: Tone, Vibe, Tone/ Vibe, or None. 3. If either of the Tone report types are chosen, the default tone will be used, or touch the pen icon ( ) to select a third party audio file.
  • Page 270 TRIM RELEASE REPORT Trim Release Reports inform the pilot the trim has been moved. Normal trim reports do not work with voice reports because they would sound a report with every trim switch movement. Trim release reports only announce when the trim switch movement stops.
  • Page 271 To enable a Trim Release Report: 1. From the Trim Reports menu, select the desired channel. Swipe to the bottom of the page to access Trim Release Report. Voice Voice/Vibe 2. Select the type of report from the drop down menu. Only options are available.
  • Page 272 TELEMETRY WARNINGS Telemetry features that have been activated in the Model Setup, Telemetry menu can be refined or left at the default settings.
  • Page 273 STEPPING REPORTS The Stepping Reports menu allows linking multiple alerts to a single switch. A report is spoken at the chosen switch positions. The reports can be tied to any switch regardless of any other assignments. Enable Auto-Cycle? to make the reports start again at the top of the list after it has completed the last step.
  • Page 274 TRAINER STATE REPORTS The Trainer State Reports menu allows for changing the audio reports that indicate current control and connection status of the trainer system. Select the reports to activate when the transmitter transfers command in trainer mode or if the instructor transmitter loses the signal from the student radio.
  • Page 275 CENTER TONE The Center Tone menu allows the addition of an audio alert to indicate a given analog control input is centered. Touch the drop-down menu button in each control for the available options. If Voice is chosen, touch the text input line to add text-to-speech.
  • Page 276 MODEL START ALERTS STICK INPUT, SERVO OUTPUT The Model Start Alerts menu includes three options: and SWITCH, which appear in the ribbon at the top of the screen. These options can be used to warn of the state of specific modes or features that are active when RF is powered on, such as high throttle or landing gear retracted.

  • Page 277: Preflight Checklist

    PRE-FLIGHT CHECKLIST Pilots can choose to configure a Pre-Flight Checklist to verify critical tasks are completed prior to flight. Under Execute, the pilot can choose whether to run the Every Flight Session. Set Modulation to On to transmit during the checklist checklist or off to require completing the checklist prior to transmitting.

  • Page 278: System Sounds

    SYSTEM SOUNDS The System Sounds menu allows for changing what is spoken during the Transmitter Battery Warning and Transmitter Inactivity Warning alerts.
  • Page 279 SPOKEN FLIGHT MODE All desired flight modes should be set up, using the Model Setup, Flight Mode Setup menu, prior to making changes in the Spoken Flight Menu. The number of available flight modes shown will match the modes created in the Flight Mode Setup menu. Defaults report the selected flight mode with a macro.
  • Page 280 BINDING ALERTS The Binding Alerts menu allows changes to the alerts given during binding. To change the Binding Alerts: 1. Select the binding alert to be edited. 2. Change the type of alert. 3. Change the spoken text. 4. Activate/deactivate each alert by touching on the on-screen switch.
  • Page 281 TIMER REPORTS The Timer Reports menu allows for editing the alerts given in either of the timers. Choose one of the timers listed to access the Timer Alerts menu for that timer.
  • Page 282 From the Timer Alerts menu, select any of the Timer Control Alerts to change the alert type as well as the spoken text for the functions of the chosen timer. Select any of the Alerts to change the alert type as well as the spoken text for the time interval alerts of the chosen timer.

  • Page 283: Channel Assign

    CHANNEL ASSIGN The Channel Assign menu defines what stick or switch controls each function. Channel inputs and receiver port assignments are both accessed from this menu. • Channel Input Configuration: Allows each channel to be assigned to the desired stick, switch, button or slider. Channels are designated by their function. For example, throttle, rudder, elevator and aileron are channels.

  • Page 284: Channel Input Configuration

    CHANNEL INPUT CONFIGURATION In the Channel Input Configuration menu, all but the primary flight controls are available for assignment, indicated by a drop down menu button next to each channel.* 1. Touch the drop down button next to the channel to open a switch selection menu.
  • Page 285 RECEIVER PORT ASSIGNMENTS Channels can be re-assigned to any receiver port. Receiver ports have default assignments in a familiar order; however, this can be re-configured so any of the channels can connect to any of the receiver ports. Multiple receiver ports can be assigned to the same channel. To change the receiver port assignments: 1.
  • Page 286 TRAINER All options related to programming and using the trainer functions are controlled with the Trainer menu. Three options are available in the trainer menu: • Wired Trainer • Wireless Trainer • Trainer Alerts Wired Trainer and Wireless Trainer have similar options when connecting two transmitters for the purpose of training a student pilot.

  • Page 287: Wired Trainer

    Wired Trainer enables a student and instructor to work together by physically connecting two transmitters together with a cable. The optional Spektrum wired trainer adaptor (SPMA3091, not included) and trainer cable (SPM6805, not included) are required for wired trainer operation. The wired trainer adaptor connects to the serial port on the back of the transmitter.
  • Page 288 When Wired Trainer mode is selected, a drop down menu will appear. Select from the following trainer options: Programmable Instructor: • This training mode designates the iX14+ as the instructor, and requires the student transmitter to be fully configured, including reversing, travel, mixes, etc.
  • Page 289 Pilot Link Instructor: • This training mode designates the iX14+ as the instructor, and requires the student transmitter to have no settings applied, all of the reverse settings to normal and all travel settings at 100%. This option is intended to make it as simple as possible to connect any student transmitter to any airplane.
  • Page 290 FPV: • This mode is available for connecting a head tracking system to the iX14+ for FPV use. See the Headtracking FPV Setup section for more information. P-Link Student: • This training mode designates the iX14+ as the student transmitter. Use this option if the instructor transmitter is set up with Wired Pilot Start Student Mode Link Instructor.
  • Page 291 Normal Student: • This training mode designates the iX14+ as the student transmitter. Use this option if the instructor transmitter is set up with Wired Start Student Mode Programmable Instructor. A button appears, which activates and deactivates wired trainer student capabilities. In this selection the iX14+ must be fully configured to operate the aircraft.

  • Page 292: Wireless Trainer

    It is only necessary to put the instructor transmitter into the special wireless trainer bind mode. The student transmitter uses the normal binding process. Wireless Trainer modes are compatible with any Spektrum DSMX or DSM2 transmitter, Spektrum Focal Headsets, and the small MLP4 and MLP6 transmitters ®...
  • Page 293 When wireless trainer mode is selected, a drop down menu will appear with the following options: Programmable Instructor: • This training mode designates the iX14+ as the instructor and requires the student transmitter to be fully configured, including reversing, travel, mixes, etc. This mode is helpful when the student has the full model configuration complete.
  • Page 294 Pilot Link Instructor: • This training mode designates the iX14+ as the instructor and requires the student transmitter to have no settings applied, all of the reverse settings to normal and all travel settings at 100%. This option is intended to make it as simple as possible to connect any student transmitter to any airplane.
  • Page 295 TRAINER ALERTS The Trainer State Reports menu allows the user to change the audio reports that indicate current control and connection status of the trainer system. Select the report activated when control is transferred between instructor and student or if the instructor transmitter loses the signal from the student radio.
  • Page 296 INSTRUCTOR TRANSMITTER CONFIGURATION 1. Select the type of trainer mode for the application (Wired or Wireless, Programmable Instructor or Pilot Link Instructor). 2. Choose whether or not to enable Instructor Over-Ride. This setting defines how the instructor can resume control from the student. When enabled, the instructor must not move the sticks when the student is given control.
  • Page 297 BINDING WIRELESS TRAINER Binding the iX14+ wireless trainer feature as an instructor transmitter is not the same as binding the iX14+ to an aircraft. The iX14+ has a built-in receiver Bind dedicated to the wireless trainer. The wireless trainer menu screens include a button within the menu.
  • Page 298 The optional Spektrum wired trainer adaptor (SPMA3091, not included) and a trainer cable (SPM6805, not included) are required for wired FPV operation. The wired trainer adaptor connects to the serial port on the back of the transmitter.
  • Page 299 Wireless FPV Mode: Enables the use of a Spektrum Focal headset with head tracking or another DSMX or DSM2 transmitter to control an airborne camera gimbal without connecting the iX14+ to a cable. Wireless FPV modes are compatible with any Spektrum DSMX or DSM2 transmitter and Spektrum Focal headsets.
  • Page 300 Each individual output channel can be mapped to any input channel from the trainer signal, leaving all other controls on the instructor transmitter. Primary flight control channels default to instructor control. Leave all channels connected to flight controls set up as instructor when using a headtracker. To configure headtracking FPV: 1.
  • Page 301 6. Select the Input Channel from the trainer that controls the selected output channel when trainer is activated. 7. Input channels can be reversed or scaled in this menu to configure the student controls for correct response on the output channels. Normal servo setup menus for the output channel will be ignored when the trainer signal is commanding a given channel.

  • Page 302: Range Test

    RANGE TEST The Range Test menu is used to confirm that receiver installation is working. From Model Setup, touch Range Test. Follow the on-screen instructions to perform a range test. This test should be performed multiple times from multiple model orientations to verify the radio component installation.
  • Page 303 In addition to watching if the model loses control, more specific data is available from the receiver to learn how well the installation is working. Telemetry receivers report the receiver performance directly in this menu as well as on the Spektrum Airware dashboard telemetry screen.
  • Page 304 Spektrum receivers without remote receivers will report the same data for frame losses and fades. The A, B, L and R antennas represent each remote receiver;...
  • Page 305 TIP: It is important to note the flight log data is reporting the reception quality of the Spektrum signal received at the model. It does not represent the telemetry link strength. The control link can take advantage of multi-link technology, while the telemetry signal cannot.
  • Page 306 GUIDELINES FOR DSM2 INSTALLATIONS • It is normal to have as many as 50–100 antenna fades during a flight. • If the RF link is performing optimally, frame losses per flight should be less than 20. • Holds are unacceptable. If a hold occurs, investigate and correct the issue before next flight.
  • Page 307 GUIDELINES FOR DSMX INSTALLATIONS • Use fades for comparison only. All attached receivers should have similar fades. If not, investigate poorly performing receivers (location, antenna orientation, etc) and correct. • In conventional models during a normal flight, frame losses should be less than 100 on all receivers.

  • Page 308: Receiver Installation

    RECEIVER INSTALLATION Always install receivers where the antennas are placed as far possible from metal, batteries, wires, fuel tanks and other objects. Receivers with integrated telemetry should be installed with a focus on the antennas attached to the main part of the receiver in an optimal location, as this will be the only antenna transmitting telemetry information.
  • Page 309 MODEL START WARNINGS Model Start Warnings are used to warn of the state of specific modes or features that are active when RF is powered on. Three trigger options are available: • STICK INPUT: Triggers the alert based on movement of one of the analog control inputs.
  • Page 310 By default, the system warns when attempting to power on the RF signal with the throttle stick over 10% by speaking “Throttle High.” Multiple model start warnings can be configured. When attempting to power on the RF signal, the system lists every issue encountered.
  • Page 311 To add a stick input model start warning: Model Start Warnings. 1. From Model Setup, touch STICK INPUT 2. Select the trigger type. 3. Touch the + icon to add a new warning. Touch the ( ), if available, to remove a current warning.
  • Page 312 To add a servo output model start warning: Model Start Warnings. 1. From Model Setup, touch SERVO OUTPUT 2. Select the trigger type. 3. Touch the + icon to add a new warning. Touch the ( ), if available, to remove a current warning.
  • Page 313 To add a switch model start warning: Model 1. From Model Setup, touch Start Warnings. SWITCH 2. Select the trigger type. 3. Touch the + icon to add a new warning. Touch the ( ), if available, to remove a current warning. 4.

  • Page 314: Serial Port Setup

    SERIAL PORT SETUP The Serial Port Setup menu manages serial port usage on the back of the transmitter. This port is designed to communicate with external RF devices using digital communication protocols. The iX14+ includes the CRFS protocol for compatibility with the TBS Cross Fire and Cross Fire 2.

  • Page 315: Serial Port Protocol

    SERIAL PORT PROTOCOL Touch the Protocol drop down menu button. Select Inhibit, Cross Fire Cross Fire 2. Selecting the Cross Fire or Cross Fire 2 options will enable the CRFS data stream. Connecting the Cross Fire system requires the Cross Fire serial port adaptor (SPMA3090, not included).
  • Page 316 SPEKTRUM RF The touch switch defines whether or not Spektrum RF is transmitted along with the data stream coming from the data port when other protocols are selected. The switch defaults to on when the Protocol is set to Inhibit.
  • Page 317 SERIAL PORT POWER (9.5V) The Serial Port will provide 9.5V for external devices by selecting the touch switch. This power supply has been designed to support up to 1 amp of current. Battery use will be affected and the expected use time will decrease when using this option to power external devices.

  • Page 318: Aircraft Type

    AIRCRAFT TYPE Aircraft Type defines what type of model configuration the iX14+ is set up to control. Therefore, this menu should be the first step after creating a new model. The choices made in this menu define default channel assignments and enable pre-defined mixes with custom menus designed specifically for the selected application.
  • Page 319 AIRCRAFT TYPE (AIRPLANE) Tail Wing Choose from eleven common airplane Choose from ten common configurations for wing control configurations. The default rudder and elevator. configuration is Normal, which is a single Similar to the elevon options above, there are aileron servo configuration. For dual aileron two V-tail mixes included.
  • Page 320 Extra Options Activating any of the Gyro or Pitch Curve options will enable a menu in the Model Adjust list to manage those functions. Throttle Mode: Normal Reverse defines how the pilot uses throttle. Most pilots use Normal (low throttle to the bottom of transmitter). For pilots who use reverse throttle (low throttle to the top of the transmitter, high throttle to the bottom), the iX14+ can be configured as such for correct operation.
  • Page 321 SWASHPLATE TYPE (HELICOPTER) When the model type is set to helicopter, this menu is called Swashplate Type. The diagram represents the top down view of the swashplate. Select the appropriate mix to match the helicopter swashplate. Helicopters with flybarless control systems most often use the Normal configuration with no mixes applied.
  • Page 322 Collective Type The Collective Type allows the throttle/pitch stick to operate in reverse and ensures trims, curves and all other functions that work in reverse function properly. Select reverse to fly with positive pitch at low stick and negative pitch at high stick.
  • Page 323 SAILPLANE TYPE (SAILPLANE) The Sailplane Type menu is similar to the Acro mode, but has more advanced features geared toward sailplane pilots. This menu is set up to support both powered and unpowered sailplanes. Unlike pilots flying conventional airplanes, it is common for sailplane pilots to use the throttle stick to manage speed on a sailplane with flaps, ailerons and spoilers;...
  • Page 324 Wing Select from five common wing configurations to suit the aircraft. When a two servo or more wing configuration is selected, the Camber Preset and Camber System menus are included in the Model Adjust list. Tail For V-Tail applications there are two options.
  • Page 325 Motor Select the Motor drop down menu button to assign the motor function to any control stick or switch. The Motor option in the sailplane type defaults to Inhibit. Four mixes are enabled in the Mixing menu in the Model Adjust list when the model type is set to Sailplane;...
  • Page 326 AIRCRAFT TYPE (MULTIROTOR) Selecting Multirotor for the model type during a new model setup will enable the multirotor Aircraft Type menu. This menu defines the number of rotors and camera mount axes and can be optimized for racing drones or aerial photography. The AP mode has advanced functions for aerial photography multirotors to enable pilots to use a control stick on the iX14+...
  • Page 327 • FPV Racer mode optimizes the throttle channel by changing it to 11ms operation and keeps flight mode functions simple. • AP mode includes a separate Channel Input Assignment menu tied to each flight mode. With this capability a pilot can configure the iX14+ in AP mode so changing the flight mode can change the input source for the camera gimbal.
  • Page 328 WARNING: AP mode includes complicated channel assignment capabilities. Confirm operation works as expected with the motors disengaged before experimenting in flight.
  • Page 329 FLIGHT MODE SETUP Flight Modes can help a pilot manage a wide variety of switches and functions. Pilots can use flight modes to manage rates, expo, mixes, audio alerts, and other functions. By defining several flight modes, pilots can maximize the aircraft’s performance using different configurations without having to use multiple switches.
  • Page 330 EXAMPLES OF FLIGHT MODE APPLICATIONS Acro: Airplane pilots can take advantage of flight modes to manage different phases of the flight, instead of having to operate different switches. For example, a scale airplane might have a flight mode for take-off with a few degrees of flaps, no elevator compensation, landing gear down, and low rates.
  • Page 331 curves and governor are used to perform aerobatics, but different head speeds change requirements on the tail gain, and the speed the helicopter responds also changes with head speed. By putting all of the related functions in flight modes, every function can be tailored to work correctly with the other settings in that mode.
  • Page 332 USING FLIGHT MODE SETUP Assign a single switch for up to three modes. Swipe up the right side of the screen to scroll to the bottom of the menu and change the text-to-speech flight mode name or re-assign the currently selected switch position to a different flight mode.
  • Page 333 Adding another switch will add more flight modes to the flight mode assignment table: • Switch 1 will move the flight mode selection left or right in the table. • Switch 2 will move the flight mode selection up or down in the table. •...
  • Page 334 • The Priority Switch can override the table. One switch position will always be Switches. This position uses switches 1–3 to choose between the flight modes in the assignment table. The other switch positions can be assigned to specific flight modes.
  • Page 335 HOLD (HELICOPTER) Hold, commonly referred to as throttle hold, is a flight mode that allows the pilot to eliminate power to the rotor blades while maintaining cyclic and blade pitch control. Hold is enabled in the Flight Mode Setup menu and is configured in the Model Adjust, Throttle Curve and Pitch Curve menus.
  • Page 336 To enable the throttle hold function, touch the Hold Switch drop down menu button to select the desired switch. Select the switch position(s) to activate Hold. After the Hold mode is enabled in the Flight Mode Setup, the curves can be adjusted in the Throttle Curve and Pitch Curve menus.

  • Page 337: Trim Setup

    TRIM SETUP Use the Trim Setup menu to change the size of the trim step and the trim type.
  • Page 338 Trim Step: Adjusting the trim step value determines how many “clicks” of trim you input each time you press the trim button. Changing the trim step value to 0 disables the trim for the channel. To change the trim step value: 1.
  • Page 339 Trim Type: The two types are Common (default) and F-Mode. Common trim type maintains the same trim values for all flight modes. F-Mode trim type enables you to save trim values for each individual flight mode. For example, if an aircraft requires aileron trim in flight mode 1 but not in flight mode 2, use F-Mode trim to add the required trim in flight mode 1 and not affect the other.
  • Page 340 Trim Assignment: In some instances, such as airplane model type throttle, trim input may be reassigned to a different location.
  • Page 341 CROSS TRIMS Normal and Cross trim options are available. Normal trims align with the control stick; for example, the throttle trim is next to the throttle stick. Cross trims swap the position of the trims; for example, the throttle trim is next to the elevator stick and vice versa.
  • Page 342 To change the trim position from Normal to Cross: 1. Scroll to Trims at the bottom of the Trim Setup menu. 2. Touch the Normal button. 3. Select Crossed. IMPORTANT: Crossed trims will cross both sets of trims for both gimbals.

  • Page 343: System Settings

    SYSTEM SETTINGS The System Settings menu is accessed from any of the main screens by touching System Settings button at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 344: System Configuration

    SYSTEM CONFIGURATION The System Configuration menu gives the pilot several basic setup options for the iX14+. User Name: Touch the pen icon ( ) to enter the user name in the text field DONE using the on-screen keyboard. Touch to save the entry and return to the configuration menu.
  • Page 345 See the Calibration section for more information. Language: Language changes in this menu will change the language within the Spektrum AirWare application. Tx Battery Alarm: The default value for the remaining battery capacity alarm is 10%. This value can be changed by touching the drop down menu and selecting the desired value from the list.
  • Page 346 TX Auto sleep (Default 5 min): If the inactivity alarm continues for the set length of time, the system will automatically go into sleep mode to prevent accidental discharge of the battery. Audio Event FIFO on/off (Default off): Enables the audio events, first in first out feature.
  • Page 347 RESET SPEKTRUM AIRWARE: Press the RESET SPEKTRUM AIRWARE button to erase all stored models and load a default model. This action requires a long press to continue to the next warning screen followed by a restart of the system.

  • Page 348: Product Information

    PRODUCT INFORMATION The Product Information menu displays the serial number, region, version of the Spektrum AirWare app, firmware version, RF PID and the library version of the transmitter. REGISTER TRANSMITTER Touch to log in and register the iX14+.
  • Page 349 CALIBRATION The Calibration menu allows the user to ensure the analog input devices (control sticks, sliders, and knob) are working properly. To complete the calibration procedure, move every control to the extreme and return it to center. The screen shows a graphic representation of each input.

  • Page 350: Touch Sensitivity

    TOUCH SENSITIVITY Touch Sensitivity Touch in the Calibration menu to adjust the switch sensitivity for touch reports. The small boxes across the top of the menu screen allow you to test the sensitivity of each switch. When you touch the listed switch, the box fills in, indicating a touch.

  • Page 351: Regulatory Information

    REGULATORY INFORMATION The Regulatory screen displays all relevant regulatory information for the iX14+.

  • Page 352: Troubleshooting Guide

    Select AirWare app in the App Can’t find the Shortcut deleted or moved drawer, and drag it to the side Spektrum AirWare from home screen to move it to one of the home screens Battery was charged outside...
  • Page 353 Put the device being Bluetooth device not in connected to in discoverable discoverable mode mode Disconnect from other Bluetooth won’t Bluetooth devices first. This connect iX14+ already connected to a may require powering off the FORGET different Bluetooth device device or selecting for that device in the Bluetooth setup menu...
  • Page 354 Open the settings menu in Android, select Accessibility under System, and select Voice reports not Error in the text to speech Text-To-Speech output. In this functioning engine in Android menu confirm the Google text to speech engine is installed and correctly configured Keep the number of 3rd party System is running Third party apps...
  • Page 355 Move powered transmitter Transmitter too near aircraft a few feet from aircraft, during binding process disconnect and reconnect flight battery to aircraft Move the aircraft or Aircraft or transmitter is too transmitter away from the Aircraft will not close to large metal object large metal object Bind (during binding) to...
  • Page 356 Move powered transmitter a few Transmitter too near aircraft feet from aircraft, disconnect and during linking process reconnect flight battery to aircraft Aircraft or transmitter is too Move the aircraft or transmitter close to large metal object away from the large metal object Rebind transmitter to the Bind plug left installed in bind Aircraft will not...
  • Page 357 The receiver Receiver antenna cut Replace or contact Horizon enters failsafe or damaged Product Support mode a short Install main and remote distance away Main and remote receivers too receivers at least 2 inches from the near each other (51mm) apart transmitter Completely recharge flight Low battery voltage...
  • Page 358 Loss of power to the receiver Check battery voltage during flight Receiver slowly System powered on and blinking at landing connected, then receiver Power off the transmitter when (DSM2 Only) powered off without powering the receiver is powered off off transmitter...
  • Page 359 Reposition remote receivers Poor signal reception for improved RF signal path diversity Check for and stop feedback Flight log registers Electronic feedback from servos or motor systems high number of to the ESC or receiver fades, losses Check aircraft power draw or holds or and increase battery power aircraft responds...
  • Page 360 FAQS Can I control Spektrum surface equipment with the iX14+? no Is it okay to root the android operating system to do custom upgrades and Android configurations? no Can the iX14+ use the control sticks to control WiFi or Bluetooth devices? no...

  • Page 361: Year Limited Warranty

    1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY What this Warranty Covers Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 years from the date of purchase. What is Not Covered This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use,...
  • Page 362 WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE. Purchaser’s Remedy Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, (ii) repair, or (iii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective.
  • Page 363 Limitation of Liability HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

  • Page 364: Warranty Services

    These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conflict of law principals). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice.
  • Page 365 Inspection or Services If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the Product in, please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
  • Page 366 a list of the included items, and a brief summary of the problem.  A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton. NOTICE: Do not ship lithium batteries to Horizon.
  • Page 367 Service estimates are available upon request. You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Non-warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards.

  • Page 368: Warranty And Service Contact Information

    WARRANTY AND SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION Country of Horizon Hobby Phone Number/Email Address Address Purchase Horizon Service Center servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/ (Repairs and Repair Requests) RequestForm/ 2904 Research Rd productsupport@horizonhobby.com Horizon Product Support United States Champaign, Illinois, 61822 (Product Technical Assistance) of America 877-504-0233 websales@horizonhobby.com Sales...

  • Page 369: Fcc Information

    Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Spektrum iX14+ 20 Channel Aircraft Transmitter (SPMR14010); This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 370 CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 371 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Horizon Hobby, LLC 2904 Research Road, Champaign, IL 61822...
  • Page 372 IC INFORMATION IC: 6157A-SPMR14000 CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receivers(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following 2 conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 373: Compliance Information For The European Union

    COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION EU Compliance Statement: Spektrum iX14+ 20 Channel Aircraft Transmitter (SPMR14010); Hereby, Horizon Hobby, LLC declares that the device is in compliance with the following: EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU; RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EU; RoHS 3 Directive - Amending 2011/65/EU Annex II 2015/863.
  • Page 374 Wireless Frequency Range and Wireless Output Power 5GHz WiFi: Control: Frequency Band: 2402-2478MHz Frequency Band: 4900-5845MHz Max EIRP: 20 dBm Max EIRP: 15.5 dBm Bluetooth: Trainer: Frequency Band: 2404-2478MHz Frequency Band: 2404-2480MHz Max EIRP: 3 dBm Max EIRP: 10 dBm 2.4 GHz WiFi: Frequency Band: 2412-2462MHz Max EIRP: 19.5 dBm...
  • Page 375 EU Manufacturer of Record: WEEE NOTICE: Horizon Hobby, LLC This appliance is labeled in 2904 Research Road accordance with European Champaign, IL 61822 USA Directive 2012/19/EU EU Importer of Record: concerning waste of electrical Horizon Hobby, GmbH and electronic equipment Hanskampring 9 (WEEE).
  • Page 377 © 2024 Horizon Hobby, LLC. DSMX, the DSMX logo, Spektrum AirWare and the Horizon Hobby logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. The Bluetooth word mark ®...

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