Spektrum SPM55101
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1. 12 RECEIVER POWER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS With all radio installations it is vital the onboard power system provides adequate power without interruption to the receiver even when the system is fully loaded servos at maximum flight loads This becomes especially critical with giant scale models that utilize multiple high torque high current servos Inadequate power systems that are unable to provide the necessary minimum voltage to the receiver during flight loads have become the number one cause of in flight failures Some of the power system components that affect the ability to properly deliver adequate power include the selected receiver battery pack number of cells capacity cell type state of charge switch harness battery leads regulator if used and unless it s a regulator power bus if used While a Spektrum receivers minimum operational voltage is 3 5 volts it is highly recommended the system be tested per the guidelines below to a minimum acceptable voltage of 4 8 volts during ground testing This will provide head room to compensate for battery discharging or if the actual flight loads are greater than the ground test loads RECOMMENDED POWER SYSTEM GUIDELINES 1 When setting up large or complex aircraft with multiple high torque servos its highly recommended that a current and voltmeter Hangar 9 HAN172 be used Plug the voltmeter in an open channel port in the receiver and with the system on load the2. 6 Installing the Transmitter Batteries 6 Charging Batteries 7 Digital MINS TO 8 Low Battery Alarm ccc 8 1 1 2 11 ae E E 6 Receiver Installation 8 BDO een 9 How to Range Test the DX5e 10 ARDUU TIS OIBtassss esee EEE setis tette 11 How AR600 Failsafe Works 11 Servo Reversing eene 11 HI LO LCU c 11 Elevon Delta MIXING ooeec 11 France RF Setting 12 Receiver Power System Requirements 12 Tips on Using 2 4GHz Systems 13 General Information 14 Warranty Information 15 FCC Information ee 17 Compliance Information for the European WIG Henne 18 Optional Accessories 18 FRANCE RF SETTING The DX5e has a France RF setting that complies with French regulations The France RF setting should only be turned on when operating your transmitter in France outdoors Please see page 12 for more details SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE DSMX Spektrum launched the 2 4GHz RC revolution with its DSM2 technology Since then millions of hobbyists the world over have come to embrace 2 4 as the way to fly Spektrum leads the way yet again with DSMX the world s first wideband frequency agile 2 4GHz signal protocol HOW DOES DSMX WORK It s a crowded
3. LEDs will flash TRAINER The DX5e offers a trainer function that allows the transmitter to operate as a master or slave The trainer switch is located on the top of the transmitter on the left side for Mode 2 and the right side for Mode 1 When using the trainer function plug the trainer cord SPM6805 into the trainer port in both the master controlling and the slave training transmitters The master transmitter must have the power turned on and the slave transmitter must have the power turned off Note The DX5e trainer system is compatible with all JR and Spektrum transmitters MASTER The DX5e transmitter can be used as a master but the slave transmitter must have the same programming i e reverse switch positions as the master SLAVE When using the DX5e transmitter as a slave with another DX5e Its necessary to match all the reverse switch positions RECEIVER INSTALLATION The AR600 incorporates dual receiver antennas offering the security of dual path RF redundancy By locating these antennas in slightly different locations in the aircraft each antenna is exposed to its own RF environment greatly improving path diversity the ability for the receiver to see the signal in all conditions RECEIVER INSTALLATION Install the receiver using the same method you would use to install a conventional receiver in your aircraft Typically wrap the receiver in protective foam and fasten it in place using
4. connect at all Why A In order for a DSM system to connect the receiver must receive a large number of uninterrupted signal packets from the transmitter This process takes just a few seconds but if the transmitter is too close to the receiver within 4 feet or near reflective material metal objects carbon fiber materials tuned pipes etc it may detect its own reflected 2 4GHz energy as noise This can delay or prevent connection If this happens make sure you are a sufficient distance from metal objects and the receiver itself before you power up and try again Q Is it true that DSM systems are less tolerant of low voltage A All DSM receivers require at least 3 5V to operate normally Most servos cease to operate below 3 8V Using multiple high voltage servos however with an inadequate power supply can allow voltage to momentarily drop below 3 5V This will cause the receiver to brown out and reconnect All recently manufactured JR and Spektrum DSM receivers feature QuickConnect technology that will reconnect the system within a quarter of a second after battery power recovery should a brownout occur For more information about Brownout Alert and QuickConnect please refer to the instruction manual for your receiver Q Sometimes when power on my DSM system notice the receiver won t connect and it needs to be rebound to the transmitter Can this happen in flight A No A DSM receiver cannot be unbound from
5. is stored via the throttle stick position on the transmitter HOW AR600 FAILSAFE WORKS RECEIVER POWER ONLY e When the receiver only is turned on no transmitter signal is present the throttle channel has no output to avoid operating or arming the electronic speed control e All other channels will have no output signal Note Some analog servos will coast slightly even though there is no signal present This is normal AFTER CONNECTION e When the transmitter is turned on and after the receiver connects to the transmitter normal control of all channels occurs e After the system makes a connection if loss of signal occurs the AR600 Smartsafe drives the throttle servo only to its preset Smartsafe position low throttle that was set during binding e All other channels will hold their last commanded position SERVO REVERSING The DX5e features servo reversing on channels 1 4 The switches are located at the lower front of the transmitter and are used to select the direction of each channel Use a small screwdriver to change the switch position to normal or reverse gt S5 CHANNEL PROPORTIONAL RADIO CONTROL SYSTEM SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE HI LO RATE The DX5e offers a high low rate function on aileron elevator and rudder When the HI LO rate switch is in the HI position 100 travel is achieved on the aileron elevator and rudder channels When the switch is in the LO p
6. its transmitter without specific action by the user You can accidentally unbind a receiver by inadvertently placing the transmitter into bind mode If this happens and the transmitter doesn t detect a binding signal from the receiver it can cause the receiver to be unbound Q How important is it that test my system using a opektrum Flight Log A All 2 4GHz signals not just DSM are affected by proximity to conductive materials such as carbon fiber or metal Few RIF and ARF sport airplanes or helicopters use enough of these kinds of materials for it to be an issue If however you re flying a sophisticated model that uses a lot of conductive materials in its construction a Flight Log can be helpful The information it collects when you fly will help you determine the optimum location for your receiver s so you can minimize the effects of these materials on your Signal performance For more details on the Flight Log and how it works visit 5pektrumRC com GENERAL INFORMATION Servo Precautions Do not lubricate servo gears or motors Do not overload retract servos during retracted or extended conditions Make sure they are able to travel their full deflection Overloading or stalling a Servo can Cause excessive current drain Make sure all servos move freely through their rotations and no linkages hang up or bind A binding control linkage can cause a servo to draw excessive current A stalled servo can drain a batte
7. rubber bands or hook and loop straps Alternately in electric models its acceptable to use thick double sided foam tape to fasten the main receiver in place Mount the antennas such that the tip of the feeder long antenna is perpendicular 90 degrees to the short antenna and the antennas are at least 2 inches apart Essentially each antenna sees a different RF environment and this is key to maintaining a solid RF link SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE Antenna 2 4GHz D M2Tw z ARGOO OCH SPORT RECEIVER HETETIE Feeder Antenna Receiver BINDING The AR600 receiver must be bound to the transmitter before it will operate Binding is the process of teaching the receiver the specific code of the transmitter so it will only connect to that specific transmitter Note RTF aircraft and Radio Systems are pre bound at the factory Rebinding is necessary if any settings are changed to ensure proper failsafe settings are achieved 1 To bind an AR600 to a DSM transmitter insert the BIND DATA port in the charge plug receptacle SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE Note To bind an aircraft with an electronic speed controller that powers the receiver through the throttle channel ESC BEC insert the bind plug into the BIND DATA port in the receiver and the throttle lead into the throttle port Proceed to Step 72 Power the receiver by plugging in a receiver battery in any port on the receiver Note that the L
8. 2 4GHz world out there and every 2 4GHz system faces the same challenges DSMX better equips you for these challenges by combining the superior data capacity and interference resistance of a wideband signal like that used in DSM2 with the agility of frequency shifts Compared to the wideband signal of DSMX the narrow band signal of other frequency hopping 2 4 transmitters is more likely to suffer data loss in the event of on channel interference Think of it as a river vs a stream It takes more interference to dam a river than it does a stream As more and more 2 4 transmitters vie for the same number of available channels there is more interference and more of a risk for data loss By adding the agility of frequency shifts to the superior interference resistance of a wideband signal DSMX is far less likely to suffer significant data loss from on channel interference The result is quicker connection times and superior response in even the most crowded 2 4GHz environment DSMX OPERATIONAL DIFFERENCES DSMX transmitters and receivers function nearly identically to Spektrum DSM2 systems Binding setting the failsafe recording flight log data as well as general use of the system is no different than using any current Spektrum System FOLLOWING ARE THE OPERATIONAL DIFFERENCES Brownout Detection Not Available on DSMX Receivers DSM2 receivers feature Brownout Detection that flashes the receiver s LED if a power interruption occur
9. ED on the receiver should be flashing indicating that the receiver is in bind mode and ready to be bound to the transmitter Shown above using a separate receiver pack Note When binding using a switch harness and separate receiver pack a three wire switch harness must be used such as SPM9530 not shown You may need to purchase the Male Female bind plug SPM6803 in addition to the switch harness Shown above using an ESC BEC and a flight pack 3 Move the throttle stick and switches on the transmitter to the desired AR600 smartsafe positions usually low throttle 4 Pull and hold the trainer switch on the top of the transmitter while turning on the power switch Release the trainer switch once the LEDs on the front of the transmitter flash and a series of tones are heard Within a few seconds the system should connect Once connected the LED on the receiver will go solid indicating the system is connected Note Continuing to hold the trainer switch during the binding process will prevent the preset smartsafe position from being learned by the receiver 5 Remove the bind plug from the BIND DATA port on the receiver before you power off the receiver and store it in a convenient place 6 After you ve set up your model its important to rebind the system so the true low throttle is programmed 10 HOW TO RANGE TEST THE DX5E Before each flying session and especially with a new model it is important
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11. PORTANT All Spektrum charge jacks are center pin negative This is the opposite of many chargers Before using a charger make sure the connector is center pin negative This can be done using a voltmeter Also unlike conventional radio systems that use 8 cells to power the transmitter the DX5e uses 4 cells This is due to the electronics being more efficient When charging be sure to use a charger designed for a 4 cell 4 8 volt battery pack when charging the transmitter TRANSMITTER POLARITY The center pin on all Spektrum transmitters is negative Therefore the center pin on all Spektrum chargers is negative not positive This is different from many other manufacturers chargers and radio systems Beware of improper connections based on color coded wire leads as they may not apply in this instance You must make sure that the center pin of your Spektrum transmitter is always connected to the negative voltage of your charger for correct polarity hookup DIGITAL TRIMS The DX5e features digital trims Each time a trimmer is moved the servo output will change one step If the trimmer is held the output will scroll in that direction until the trimmer is released or the output reaches its end Throttle Tri Lii E Elevator Trim Rudder Trim Aileron Trim Elevator Trim Throttle Trim Rudder Trim Aileron Trim LOW BATTERY ALARM When the battery voltage drops below 4 7 volts an alarm will sound and the voltage
12. SPEKTRUM Leaders in Spread Spectrum Technology 5 Channel Full Range DSM 2 4GHz Radio System 5 Kanal DSM 2 4GHz Fernsteuerung mit voller Reichweite 9 Voies Systeme DSM 2 4GHz Radiocomando a 5 Canali Spektrum DSM 2 4GHz Full Range NOTICE All instructions warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the Sole discretion of Horizon Hobby Inc For up to date product literature visit http www horizonhobby com and click on the support 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 NOTICE Procedures which if not properly followed create a possibility of physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury CAUTION Procedures which if not properly followed create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of Serious injury WARNING Procedures which if not properly followed create the probability of property damage collateral damage and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury A 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 and NOT a toy It mu
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14. cated on the right side of the transmitter for convenient recharging Spektrum offers rechargeable NiMH batteries part number SPM9525 and charger part number SPM9526 CHARGING BATTERIES If using rechargeable batteries it is imperative that you fully charge the batteries prior to each flying session If you are using the Spektrum NiMH rechargeable batteries SPM9525 and charger SPM9526 it is necessary to fully charge the batteries by charging them for 16 hours The optional charger SPM9526 is designed to recharge your batteries at a rate of 150mA Do not use this charger for equipment other than Spektrum transmitters that use 4 cell battery packs The charging plug polarity may not be the same and equipment damage can result During the charging operation the chargers temperature is slightly elevated This is normal Charger Pigtail for Transmitter BLACK TO POSITIVE x NE BLACK W WHITE STRIPE TO NEGATIVE a Spektrum Transmitter Charge Jack Polarity O 9 0 A charging jack is located on the right side of the transmitter If rechargeable batteries are used they can be conveniently charged without removing them from the transmitter using the charge jack SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE A CAUTION Charge only rechargeable batteries Non rechargeable batteries may burst causing injury to persons and or damage to property Never leave charging batteries unattended IM
15. control surfaces apply pressure with your hand while monitoring the voltage at the receiver The voltage should remain above 4 8 volts even when all servos are heavily loaded 2 With the current meter in line with the receiver battery lead load the control surfaces apply pressure with your hand while monitoring the current The maximum continuous recommended current for a single heavy duty servo battery lead is three amps while short duration current spikes of up to five amps are acceptable Consequently if your system draws more than three amps continuous or five amps for short durations a single battery pack with a single switch harness plugged into the receiver for power will be inadequate It will be necessary to use multiple packs with multiple switches and multiple leads plugged into the receiver SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE 3 If using a regulator it s important the above tests are done for an extended period of 5 minutes When current passes through a regulator heat is generated This heat causes the regulator to increase resistance which in turn causes even more heat to build up thermal runaway While a regulator may provide adequate power for a short duration it s important to test its ability over time as the regulator may not be able to maintain voltage at significant power levels For really large aircraft or complex models for example 3596 and larger or jets multiple battery packs with multiple swi
16. elow 4 7V on the receiver To do so can crash your aircraft Note When you check these batteries ensure that you have the polarities correct on your expanded scale voltmeter 2 Check all hardware linkages screws nuts and bolts prior to each day s flight Be sure that binding does not occur and that all parts are properly secured 3 Ensure that all surfaces are moving in the proper manner 4 Perform a ground range check before each day s flying Session 5 Prior to starting your aircraft turn off your transmitter then turn it back on Do this each time you start your aircraft If any critical switches are on without your knowledge the transmitter alarm will warn you at this time 6 Check that all trim levers are in the proper location All servo pigtails and switch harness plugs should be secured in the receiver Make sure that the switch harness moves freely in both directions WARRANTY INFORMATION Warranty Period Exclusive Warranty Horizon Hobby Inc Horizon warranties that the Products purchased the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase by the Purchaser 1 Year Limited Warranty Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice and disclaims all other warranties express or implied a This warranty is limited to the original Purchaser Purchaser and is not transferable REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PRO
17. formation on our website at www horizonhobby com Inspection or Repairs If this Product needs to be inspected or repaired please use the Horizon Online Repair Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number Pack the Product securely using a shipping carton Please note that original boxes may be included but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility An Online Repair Request is available at www horizonhobby com under the Repairs tab If you do not have internet access please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submitting your product for repair When calling Horizon you will be asked to provide your complete name street address email address and phone number where you can be reached during business hours When sending product into Horizon please include your RMA number 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 batteries to Horizon If you have any issue with a battery
18. le with DSM2 the only way to experience the full benefits of DSMX in a busy 2 4 environment is by pairing a DSMX transmitter with a DSMX receiver ARE DSM2 TRANSMITTERS ELIGIBLE FOR A DSMX ADD ON Yes DX8 owners can simply download Spektrum AirWare v2 0 software from spektrumrc com and update the firmware using their SD card All DSM2 transmitters except the DX5e are eligible for the add on for 75 by sending them to the Horizon Hobby service center DSM2 receivers and transmitter modules are not eligible for the DSMX add on DOES DSMX HAVE MODELMATCH AND SERVOSYNC Yes DSMX will provide you with these and other exclusive Spektrum advantages you already enjoy with DSM2 Want to know more about DSMX Visit spektrumrc com for complete details on this as well as the many other reasons Spektrum is the leader in 2 4 NOTICE While DSMX allows you to use more than 40 transmitters simultaneously when using DSM2 receivers DSMX receivers in DSM2 mode or transmitters in DSM2 mode do not use more than 40 transmitters simultaneously SPEKTRUM DX5E 5 CHANNEL DSM FULL RANGE SYSTEM opektrum DX5e 5 channel system incorporates 2 4GHz DSM technology offering full beyond the limits of sight range and is ideal for sport sized electric gas and glow powered 5 channel or fewer airplanes No longer will you have to wait for a frequency pin or be concerned that someone may inadvertently turn on to your same frequency With Spektrum DSM
19. nce or a potential hazard to full scale aircraft and persons and or property on the surface Operating Standards Modelers generally are concerned with safety and exercise good judgment when flying model aircraft However in the interest of safer skies we encourage operators of radio controlled and free flight models to comply with the following standards a Exercise vigilance in locating full scale aircraft get help if possible so as not to create a collision hazard b Select an operating site at sufficient distance from populated areas so you do not create a noise problem or a potential hazard c Do not fly higher than 400 feet above the surface d Always operate more than three miles from the boundary of an airport unless you are given permission to be closer by the appropriate air traffic control facility in the case of an airport for which a control zone has been designated or by the airport manager in the case of other airports e Do not hesitate to ask for assistance in complying with these guidelines at the airport traffic control tower or air route traffic control center nearest the site of your proposed operation Information Provided By Director Air Traffic Service Federal Aviation Administration Washington D C SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE Daily Flight Checks 1 Checkthe battery voltage on both the transmitter and the receiver battery packs Do not fly below 4 7V on the transmitter or b
20. ngers hands wrists ankles and feet and the antenna to meet RF exposure safety requirements as determined by FCC regulations The illustrations below show the approximate 5 cm RF exposure area and typical hand placement when operating your Spektrum transmitter 17 Compliance Information for the European Union at Ba cz cy oe DK ES ft FR GR HU iE m ur w QV mt N PL PT RO SE S SK UK Declaration of Conformity CEO in accordance with ISO IEC 17050 1 E HH20100225U4 Product s Item Number s Spektrum DX5e Transmitter SPM5510 SPM55101 SPMR5510 SPMR55101 Equipment class 2 The objects of declaration described above are in conformity with the requirements of the specifications listed below following the provisions of the European R amp ITE directive 1999 5 EC EN 60950 Safety EN 301 489 1 v 1 6 1 General EMC EN 301 489 17 v 1 2 1 requirements for Radio equipment EN 300 328 V1 7 1 ERM requirements for wideband transmission systems operating in the 2 4 GHz ISM band Signed for and on behalf of Horizon Hobby Inc Champaign IL USA Feb 25 2010 Lope AR Steven A Hall Vice President International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby Inc 18 INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISPOSAL OF WEEE BY USERS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION This product must not be disposed of with other K waste Instead it is the user s responsibility to disp
21. ose of their waste equipment by handing Mu jt over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment The Separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE SPEKTRUM IZ Sr N B www horizonhobby com www spektrumre com Created 3 2011 30141 2i The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc All other marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby Inc US patent 7 391 320 Other patents pending
22. osition a reduced travel of 096 is achieved on the aileron elevator and rudder channels This is useful allowing the aircraft to have a high control rate switch in the HI position for aggressive maneuvers and a low control rate switch in LO position for smooth precise maneuvers e High 100 rate on aileron elevator and rudder e Low 70 rate on aileron elevator and rudder ELEVON DELTA MIXING The DX5e offers an Elevon mix Elevon also called delta wing mixing combines the function of ailerons with the function of the elevator to allow precise control of both roll and pitch for delta wing aircraft To activate the Elevon mix move the mix switch to the on up position Delta Wing Type Connection ELEV Servo Port Right Aileron AILE Servo Port Left Aileron e ELEV servo port right aileron e AILE servo port left aileron Note If proper servo direction cannot be achieved with the servo reversing switches swap the servo input leads from AILE to ELEV or vice versa FRANCE RF SETTING TO SET FRANCE MODE Hold the trainer switch and push and hold the Aileron trim button to the left Turn on the transmitter A series of descending tones should be heard Release switches TO SET STANDARD MODE Hold the trainer switch and push and hold the Aileron trim button to the right Turn on the transmitter A series of ascending tones should be heard Release switches T a cs
23. peed 11ms 2048 DSM2 receivers DSMX ON Hold the trainer switch and push and hold the Elevator trim button forward Turn on the transmitter A series of ascending tones should be heard Release switches DSMX cannot be turned on if France Mode is set See page 12 for more information on France Mode DSM2 ON Hold the trainer switch and pull and hold the Elevator trim button backward Turn on the transmitter A series of descending tones should be heard Release switches RECEIVER COMPATIBILITY The DX5e is compatible with all current Spektrum and JR brands of DSM aircraft receivers However when using the DX5e with one of the Spektrum park flyer receivers like the AR6115 AR6115e etc it is imperative that these receivers be limited to flying Park flyer type aircraft Note The DSMX DX5e is compatible with all current spektrum DSM2 and DSMX aircraft receivers but NOT compatible with the original DSM AR6000 receiver For current receiver compatibility information go to www spektrumrc com INSTALLING THE TRANSMITTER BATTERIES The DX5e requires 4 heavy duty or alkaline AA batteries BATTERY INSTALLATION Remove the battery door and install 4 AA batteries Make Sure the polarity of each corresponds with the diagram in the battery holder Replace the battery door SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE Note Optional NiCd or NiMH 1 2 volt AA rechargeable batteries can also be used A charge jack is lo
24. please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office Warranty Inspection and Repairs To receive warranty service you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof of purchase date Provided warranty conditions have been met your Product will be repaired or replaced free of charge Repair or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Non Warranty Repairs Should your repair not be covered by warranty the repair will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50 of the retail purchase cost By submitting the item for repair you are agreeing to payment of the repair without notification Repair estimates are available upon request You must include this request with your repair SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE Non warranty repair estimates will be billed a minimum of hour of labor In addition you will be billed for return freight Horizon accepts money orders and cashiers checks as well as Visa MasterCard American Express and Discover cards By submitting any item to Horizon for inspection or repair you are agreeing to Horizons Terms and Conditions found on our website under the Repairs tab Country of Purchase Horizon Hobby Phone Number Email United States Horizon Service Center 4105 Fieldstone Rd 877 504 0233 Electronics and engines Champaign Illinois Online Repair Request visit 61822 USA ww
25. r batteries have been properly charged prior to your initial flight Keep track of the time the system is turned on so you will know how long you can safely operate your system Perform a ground range check prior to the initial flight of the day See the Daily Flight Checks Section for information Check all control surfaces prior to each takeoff Do not fly your model near spectators parking areas or any other area that could result in injury to people or damage of property Do not fly during adverse weather conditions Poor visibility can cause disorientation and loss of control of your aircraft Strong winds can cause similar problems Do not point the transmitter antenna directly toward the model The radiation pattern from the tip of the antenna is inherently low Do not take chances If at any time during flight you observe any erratic or abnormal operation land immediately and do not resume flight until the cause of the problem has been ascertained and corrected Safety can never be taken lightly SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE Federal Aviation Administration Purpose This advisory outlines safety standards for operations of model aircraft We encourage voluntary compliance with these standards Background Attention has been drawn to the increase in model aircraft operation There is a need for added caution when operating free flight and radio controlled craft in order to avoid creating a noise nuisa
26. ry pack in a matter of minutes Correct any control surface buzz or flutter as soon as it is noticed in flight as this condition can destroy the feedback potentiometer in the servo It may be extremely dangerous to ignore such buzz or flutter Use the supplied rubber grommets and brass servo eyelets when mounting your servos Do not over tighten the servo mounting screws as this negates the dampening effect of the rubber grommets Ensure the servo horn is securely fastened to the servo Use only the servo arm screws provided the size is different from other manufacturers Discontinue to use servo arms when they become yellowed or discolored Such servo arms may be brittle and can snap at any time possibly causing the aircraft to crash Check all related mounting screws and linkages frequently Aircraft often vibrate causing linkages and screws to loosen 14 General Notes Radio controlled models are a great source of pleasure Unfortunately they can also pose a potential hazard if not operated and maintained properly It is imperative to install your radio control system correctly Additionally your level of piloting competency must be high enough to ensure that you are able to control your aircraft under all conditions If you are a newcomer to radio controlled flying please seek help from an experienced pilot or your local hobby store Safety Do s and Don ts for Pilots Ensure that you
27. s While DSMX receivers have QuickConnect and recover instantly from a power interruption the architecture of DSMX prevents Brownout Detection when operating in DSMX mode FLIGHT LOG RECORDING FADES HIGHER THAN DSM2 Note that DSMX moves through the band while DSM2 finds two quiet channels and remains on those channels Consequently because DSMX operates on quiet and noisy channels it s common to have more Antenna Fades than when using DSM2 when used in busy 2 4GHz environments When taking flight log data readings the Frames and Hold Data are important and should be used a reference while Fades are insignificant due to the nature of frequency hopping A 10 minute flight will typically result in less than 50 Frame Losses and no Holds JUST HOW GOOD IS DSMX In multiple tests 100 DSMX systems were operated Simultaneously for extended periods of time During these tests each of the 100 systems was monitored in flight and on the ground In every test not a single case of RF link loss latency increase or control degradation was experienced or recorded IS DSMX COMPATIBLE WITH DSM2 Yes DSMX is fully compatible with all DSM2 hardware In fact many pilots may find the DSM2 equipment they have now is all they will ever need Even if a new DSMX transmitter eventually comes along that they really want all the DSM2 receivers they have now will work with it It is important to note however that while DSMX is compatib
28. st be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision Do not attempt disassembly use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby Inc This manual contains instructions for safety operation and maintenance It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual prior to assembly setup or use in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury N WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS Thank you for purchasing a genuine Spektrum product Always purchase from a Horizon Hobby Inc authorized dealer to ensure authentic high quality Spektrum product Horizon Hobby Inc disclaims all support and warranty with regards but not limited to compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS b 3 Spektrum DX5e 5 channel DSM Full Range System 4 Transmitter Control Identification 5 DSM Technology eese 6 DSMX TECHNO Yan 6 Receiver Compatibility
29. tch harnesses are necessary or in many cases one of the commercially available power boxes busses is recommended No matter what power systems you choose always carry out test 1 above making sure that the receiver is constantly provided with 4 8 volts or more under all conditions The latest generation of Nickel Metal Hydride batteries incorporates a new chemistry mandated to be more environmentally friendly These batteries when charged with peak detection fast chargers have a tendency to false peak not fully charge repeatedly These include all brands of NiMH batteries If using NiMH packs be especially cautious when charging making absolutely sure that the battery is fully charged It is recommended to use a charger that can display total charge capacity Note the number of mAh put into a discharged pack to verify it has been charged to full capacity SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE TIPS ON USING 2 4GHZ SYSTEMS Your DSM equipped 2 4GHz system is intuitive to operate functioning nearly identically to FM systems Following are a few common questions from customers 1 Q After I ve bound the receiver to my transmitter which do turn on first when want to fly A Either one unless you are using a Smart Bind receiver such as the AR6400 or AR6400L With a smart Bind receiver the transmitter must be turned on approximately 5 seconds before the receiver Q Sometimes the system takes longer to connect or doesn t
30. technology when you re ready to fly simply turn on and go flying SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE TRANSMITTER CONTROL IDENTIFICATION ee Trainer Switch HI LO Rate Switch Channel 5 Switch Rudder and Elevator Stick Throttle and Aileron Stick Throttle Trim Elevator Trim Aileron Trim RudderTrim On Off Switch Charge Jack Reversing Switches Mode 1 Mix Switch Antenna Trainer Switch Channel 5 Switch HI LO Rate Switch N s EN Throttle and ed jl Rudder Stick N gt Elevator and 1 m Aileron Stick x id C Elevator Trim Throttle Trim Aileron Trim RudderTrim On Off Switch Reversing Switches Charge Jack Mode 2 Mix Switch SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE DSM TECHNOLOGY Your DX5e transmits on the 2 4GHz band and utilizes DSM Digital Spread Spectrum Modulation giving beyond visual range in all types and sizes of aircraft Unlike conventional narrow band systems Spektrum s 2 4GHz digital technology is virtually immune to internal and external radio interference Included with your DX5e is an AR600 6 channel full range sport receiver DSMX TECHNOLOGY DSMX technology can be turned on and off with this transmitter The default is for DSMX technology to be turned on When it is on the transmitter will bind to standard DSMZ2 receivers and DSMX receivers The only time DSMX technology must be turned off is to bind to high s
31. to perform a range check The DX5e incorporates a range testing mode which reduces the output power of the transmitter allowing a range check RANGE TESTING THE DX5E 1 With the model restrained on the ground stand 30 paces approx 90 feet 28 meters away from the model Note Prior to performing the range check ensure the correct Smartsafe throttle stick position is established 2 Face the model with the transmitter in your normal flying position Pull and hold the trainer switch then toggle the HI LO Rate Switch four times The LEDs will flash and the alarm will sound indicating the system is in range check mode Note The trainer switch must be held the entire time during the range check process releasing the trainer Switch will exit the range check mode HI LO Rate Switch Trainer Switch 3 You should have total control of the model with the trainer switch pulled at 30 paces 90 feet 28 meters 4 If control issues exist call the Horizon Product Support Team at 1 877 504 0233 or go to horizonhobby com to find a local Spektrum distributor for service in your country 30 paces 90 feet 28 meters SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE AR600 FAILSAFE e Prevents unintentional electric motor response on Start up e Establishes low throttle failsafe if the RF signal is lost e The AR600 holds all surfaces except throttle in there last commanded position during Failsafe e The AR600 throttle Smartsafe position
32. w horizonhobby com repairs Horizon Product Support 4105 Fieldstone Rd 877 504 0233 All other products Champaign lllinois productsupport horizonhobby com 61822 USA United Kingdom Horizon Hobby Limited Units 1 4 Ployters Rd 44 0 1279 641 097 Staple Tye Harlow Essex CM18 7NS sales horizonhobby co uk United Kingdom Horizon Technischer Service Hamburger Str 10 49 4121 46199 66 25335 Elmshorn service horizonhobby de Germany Horizon Hobby SAS 14 Rue Gustave Eiffel 33 0 1 60 47 44 70 Zone d Activite du Reveil Matin infofrance horizonhobby com 91230 Montgeron FCC INFORMATION 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 Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Horizon Hobby Inc could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2 400GHz to 2 4835GHz frequency range SPEKTRUM DX5e RADIO USER S GUIDE Antenna Separation Distance When operating your Spektrum transmitter please be sure to maintain a separation distance of at least 5 cm between your body excluding fi
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