## September 21 , 2015

Docket Operations, M-30 U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE Room W12-140, West Building Ground Floor Washington, DC 20590-0001

Re: Exemption Request Under Section 333 ofthe FAA Reform Act and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation Regulations

Dear Sir or Madam:
Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (the "Reform Act") and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, Indiana UAS Services, LLC ("IUS") seeks an exemption from the Federal Aviation Regulations ("FARs") listed below and discussed in Appendix 

## A. Details of IUS and the Blade 350QX3 ("QX3") sUAS are described in Appendix B. Attached as Appendix C is a summary ofthis request.
The requested exemption would permit IUS commercial operation of IUS's QX3 (see details in Appendix B), which weighs 2.1 lbs. (3.3 lbs with imaging payload), to perform aerial surveys and inspections that consist of still photographs, video, and other data acquired by onboard sensors. The QX3 produces high quality imagery and data that can be used independently or combined with mapping software to produce precision digital contour maps of the surveyed area. Applications for these sUASs include inspection of sensitive infrastructure including oil and gas pipelines and flare stacks, power lines and towers, wind turbines, damage inspections and surveying tasks such as precision agriculture, mining, transportation, and forestry. Use ofthe QX3 for these inspection and surveying applications reduces the need to operate conventional aircraft, providing data more quickly, accurately, economically, safely, and with reduced environmental impact. Operations under the exemption will be subject to strict operating requirements and conditions to ensure at least an equivalent level of safety to currently authorized operations using manned aircraft and under conditions as may be modified by the FAA as required by Section 333. As described more fully below, the requested exemption would authorize IUS to perform market research and commercial operations of aerial inspections and surveys using the QX3, which at 3.3 lbs. is small in size and powered electrically by battery. The QX3 will be operated under controlled conditions at low altitude in airspace that is limited in scope, as described more fully herein and it will have automated control features, as described below. The IUS QX3 is designed to be operated by one person but under this exemption will involve two people: an operator and an observer. The operator is responsible for flying the sUAS, monitoring its status and flight dynamics while maintaining visual line of sight, and keeping the flight within the specified factory limits (in terms of wind, flight range, battery life, etc.) to ensure safe operation of the sUAS itself. The observer is responsible for monitoring the airspace for other aircraft and hazards and communicating with the operator before and during flight as necessary to ensure safe separation from these aircraft and
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## hazards. The operator also will be an individual who has passed an FAA approved or equivalent ground training exam and authorized IUS training program for the QX3. Finally, the airspace in which the QX3 will operate will be disclosed to and approved, as needed, by the FAA in advance.
IUS respectfully submits that because this small, unmanned aerial system -the QX3- will be used in lieu of comparatively hazardous operations now conducted with fixed wing and rotary conventional aircraft, the FAA can have confidence that the operations will achieve at least an equivalent level or greater level of safety. Approval ofthis exemption would thereby enhance safety and fulfill the Secretary of Transportation's (the FAA Administrator's) responsibilities under Section 333(c) of the Reform Act to "establish requirements for the safe operation of such aircraft systems in the national airspace system."
The name and address ofthe applicant are:
Indiana UAS Services, LLC Attn: Jack Morton 2216 Osman Ln Greenfield, IN 46140-8401
Phone Email: 317-626-5909 jackmortonjr@gmail.com
The primary contact for this application is Mr. Morton.
The regulations from which the exemption is requested are as follows:
14 C.F.R. Part 21; 14 C.F.R. 45.23(a) & (b); 14 C.F.R. 61.113(a) & (b); 14 C.F.R. 61.133(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.7(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.9(b)(2) 

## &(c); 14 C.F.R. 91.1 03; 14 C.F.R. 91.1 09(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.119; 14 C.F.R. 91.121(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.151 (a); 14 C.F.R. 91.203(a) 

## &(b); 14 C.F.R. 91.205; 14 C.F.R. 91.405(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.407(a)(1); 14 C.F.R. 91.409(a)(2); 14 C.F.R. 91.417(a). Appendix A discusses each rule listed above and explains why exemptions pursuant to the proposal set forth in this letter are appropriate, provide an equivalent level of safety, and are in the public interest.

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## THE APPLICABLE LEGAL STANDARD UNDER SECTION 333
IUS submits that grant of this exemption application for use of the QX3 in surveying and aerial inspection operations will advance the Congressional mandate in Section 333 of the Reform Act to accelerate the introduction of sUASs into the national airspace system ("NAS") if it can be accomplished safely. This law directs the Secretary ofTransportation to consider whether certain sUASs may operate safely in the NAS before completion of the rulemaking required under Section 333 of the Reform Act. In making this determination, the Secretary is required to determine which types of sUASs do not create a hazard to users of the NAS or the public or pose a threat to national security in light ofthe following:
•The sUAS's size, weight, speed, and operational capability; •Operation ofthe sUAS in close proximity to airports and populated areas; and •Operation ofthe sUAS within visual line ofsight ofthe operator.
Reform Act§ 333(a)(1). If the Secretary determines that such vehicles "may operate safely in the national airspace system, the Secretary shall establish requirements for the safe operation of such aircraft in the national airspace system." 

## /d. §333(c) (emphasis added).
The Federal Aviation Act expressly grants the FAA the authority to issue exemptions. This statutory authority, by its terms, includes exempting civil aircraft, as the term is defined under §401 01 of the Act, from the requirement that all civil aircraft must have a current airworthiness certificate and those regulations requiring commercial pilots to operate aircraft in commercial service:
The Administrator may grant an exemption from a requirement of a regulation prescribed under subsection (a) or (b) of this section or any of sections 4470244716 of this title if the Administrator finds the exemption is in the public interest.
49 U.S.C. §44701 (f). 

## See also 49 USC §44711 (a); 49 USC §44704; 14 CFR §91.203(a)(1).
The grant ofthe requested exemption is in the public interest based on the clear direction in Section 333 of the Reform Act; the additional authority in the Federal Aviation Act, as amended; the strong equivalent level of safety surrounding the proposed operations; and the significant public benefit, including enhanced safety and cost savings associated with transitioning to sUASs for surveying and aerial inspection applications. Accordingly, the applicant respectfully requests that the FAA grant the requested exemption without delay. Airworthiness ofthe QX3 A critical element of the exemption application involves evidence of the airworthiness of IUS's sUAS including the QX3. IUS believes the QX3 has demonstrated a history of safe and reliable flight operations. The specific QX3 intended for use by IUS under this exemption is serial number 2146178058 and is registered with the FAA Civil Aviation Registry as N5885J.
The operating documents for the QX3 system consist of: • 350 QX3 Instruction Manual • DX8 Instruction Manual Both ofthese manuals are attached.

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## The QX3 also has a significant set of automated features to ensure safe takeoff, flight and landing in many conditions, further details of operation can be found in Appendix B. Mandatory Operating Conditions
Grant of the exemption to IUS will be subject to the following mandatory conditions, which are based upon operating conditions set forth for operation of sUAS by public entities pursuant to Certificates ofAuthorization, with additional restrictions:
•All operations to occur in Class G airspace. •Operations to avoid congested or populated areas •Operations to be conducted over private or controlled access property. •Permission from land owner/controller required before commencing any flight. •Operations to occur during Visual Flight Rules Meteorological Conditions (VMC). •Aircraft to remain within Visual Line of Sight (VLOS). •VLOS guaranteed with a cylinder of operation around operator of% nautical miles (NM). •Cylinder walls may be expanded by observer with ability to control aircraft. •Operations to occur during daylight hours. •Above Ground Level (AGL) altitude to be restricted to 400 feet. •All operations conducted in vicinity of airport to remain more than 2.5 NM from centerline

azimuth of runway centerline measured from runway thresholds. •Operator will file a NOT AM for each flight. •All required permissions and permits will be obtained from territorial, state, county or city

jurisdictions, including local law enforcement, fire, or other appropriate governmental agencies. •All operations will include one pilot for flight control and one observer for VLOS

enhancement ofsurrounding area near the aircraft Operator Requirements
IUS respectfully proposes that operator requirements should take into account the characteristics of the particular sUAS. Certain sUASs, such as IUS's QX3, are characterized by a high degree of preprogrammed control and various built-in technical capabilities that limit the potential for operation outside of the operating conditions set forth above. The QX3 sUAS also provides many built-in functional and safety features to assist the operator in safe and reliable operation. QX3 navigation aids including landing zones and flight areas that may be designated to ensure the QX3 operates only within user specified flight parameters. All flight operations are GPS controlled making the system easy to navigate, and the flight control system also employs a variety of sensors to ensure high stability and reliability in challenging weather conditions. At all times during flight operations, the operator can interrupt a pre programmed flight and take immediate control.
Additional automated safety functions and safety enhancing features ofthe QX3 include the following: •Automated preflight system performance checks •User preflight checklist •Automated condition or fault detection, warnings, and predefined responses to a number offlight and system conditions.
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## grant of the exemptions requested herein, including exempting IUS from the requirements of Part 21.
The QX3's satisfaction of the criteria set forth in Section 333 of the Reform Actsize, weight, speed, operating capabilities, lack of proximity to airports and populated areas, operation within visual line of sight, and national security

- and its showing of an equivalent level of safety as it may relate to the requirement for a pilot's license, provide more than adequate justification for the grant of the requested exemptions allowing IUS commercial operation ofthe QX3 in surveying and aerial inspection operations.

Very truly yours,

Jack Morton Indiana UAS Services, LLC

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## Additional automated safety functions and safety enhancing features ofthe QX3 include the following: •Auto detection of lost GPS warns the pilot and initiates an immediate landing. •Low battery on the QX3 triggers a Non-Fatal Warning alarm to return home, land and replace the battery •Very low battery on the QX3 triggers a Fatal Error alarm and initiates an emergency high speed descent landing. •If the QX3 detects a lost link to the ground station the vehicle will perform its predefined Non-Fatal Condition Response.
Given these safety features, IUS proposes that operators ofthe QX3 should not be required to hold a commercial or private pilot certification. Instead, operators should be required to:
•have successfully completed, at a minimum, FAA private pilot ground instruction and passed the FAA Private Pilot written examination or FAA recognized equivalents including ICAO issued commercial, private license and ground school;
•have completed IUS's training program for operation of the sUAS (described in Appendix B).
IUS notes that the FAA has found that safety factors permitted operation of sUASs by operators with these qualifications in the case of operations pursuant to public COAs where the mandatory operating conditions specified above are present. 

## See Federal Aviation Administration, Notice N8900.227, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Operational Approval, at 2021 (July 30, 2013). The FAA has the statutory authority, granted at 49 U.S.C.§44701 

## (f) to waive the pilot requirements for commercial operations. Given these conditions and restrictions, an equivalent level of safety will be provided by allowing operation of the QX3 without a private pilot's certificate or a commercial pilot's certificate, under the conditions set forth herein.
The risks associated with the operation of the QX3 (given its size, speed, operational capabilities, and lack of combustible fuel) are so diminished from the level of risk associated with private pilot operations or commercial operations contemplated by Part 61 with conventional aircraft (fixed wing or rotorcraft), that allowing operations of the sUAS as set forth above meets or exceeds the present level of safety provided under 14 C.F.R. § 61.113(a) & (b) and does not rise to the level of requiring a commercial pilot to operate the aircraft under§ 61.133(a).



## 14 C.F.R. 

## § 91.7(a): Civil aircraft airworthiness.
This regulation requires that no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in airworthy condition. Should the exemption be granted allowing commercial operation of the QX3 without an airworthiness certificate, no standard will exist for airworthiness of the QX3. Given the size of the aircraft and the previous COAs issued, an equivalent level of safety will be achieved by ensuring compliance with the IUS operating manuals prior to each flight. 

## 14 C.F.R. 

## § 91.9(b)(2): Civil Aircraft Flight Manual in the Aircraft.

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## 14 CFR 

## § 91.119: Minimum Safe Altitudes


## Section 91.119 establishes safe altitudes for operation of civil aircraft. Specifically, 91.119(c) limits aircraft flying over areas other than congested areas to an altitude of 500 feet above the surface, except over open water or sparsely populated areas. In those cases, the aircraft may not be operated closer than 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure. As set forth herein, the QX3 will never operate at higher than 400 feet AGL. It will, however, be operated to avoid congested or populated areas. Because survey and aerial inspection work must be accomplished at relatively low altitudes and at altitudes less than 500 feet AGL, an exemption from Section 91.119(c) is needed.
The equivalent level of safety will be achieved given the size, weight, speed, and material with which the QX3 is built. Also, no flight will be taken without the permission of the land owner or those who control the land. Because of the advance notice to the landowner, all affected individuals will be aware of the flights. Compared to aerial survey operations conducted with aircraft or rotorcraft weighing far more than 3.3 lbs. and carrying flammable fuel, any risk associated with these operations will be far less than those currently allowed with conventional aircraft operating at or below 500 feet AGL. Indeed, the low altitude operations of the sUAS will maintain separation between these sUAS operations and the operations of conventional aircraft that must comply with Section 91.119.
14 C.F.R. 

## § 91.121(a) & 14 C.F.R. 

## § 91.205: Instrument Requirements


## These regulations require each aircraft to have a set of operable instruments available for the pilot to reference during flight. Since there is no pilot on board, there would be no use for these instruments even ifthey could be incorporated into such a small platform.
The only information provided by these instruments that would be relevant to a UAS operator would be AGL altitude. Before engine startup in the QX3, a GPS position is established as zero AGL. As the QX3 climbs, a highly accurate AGL GPS position is maintained and preprogrammed altitude limits are enforced. IUS intends to have this altitude limit set at 400' at all times.
14 C.F.R. 

## § 91.151(a): Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions


## This regulation prohibits an individual from beginning "a flight in an airplane under VFR conditions unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed

- (1) During the day, to fly after that for at least 30 minutes, or (2) At night, to fly after that for at least 45 minutes." The QX3 batteries provide approximately 40 minutes of powered flight. Without an exemption from 

## § 14 CFR 91.151, the sUAS's flights would be limited to approximately 10 minutes in length. Given the limitations on its proposed operations and the location ofthose proposed operations, a longer time frame for flight in daylight VFR conditions is reasonable. IUS believes that an exemption from 14 CFR 

## § 91.151 (a) is safe and within the scope of a prior exemption. See Exemption 10673 (allowing Lockheed Martin Corporation to operate

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## The QX3 is nearly maintenance free, it performs automatic preflight checks and the failure of any check will prevent takeoff. Checks which cannot be done by the system will be performed by a qualified person prior to each flight. Preflight checklist includes: 1 .Visual inspection ofthe airframe 2. Visual inspections of rotor integrity 3. Check charge of all batteries (aerial vehicle, command station, radio repeater station)
An equivalent level of safety will be achieved because the sUAS is small in size, will carry no external payload, will operate only in restricted predetermined areas and is not a complex mechanical device. As provided in the Instruction Manual, the operator of the QX3 will ensure that the sUAS is in working order prior to initiating flight, perform required maintenance, and keep a log of any maintenance that is performed. Moreover, the operator is the person most familiar with the aircraft and is best suited to maintain the aircraft in an airworthy condition and to ensure an equivalent level ofsafety.
The QX3's Maintenance guidelines ensure an equivalent level of safety to the maintenance requirements in Part 91. In addition, any component failure detectable by the system will be reported to the control station and will cause the UAV to perform a Fatal Condition Response (FCR) or Non-Fatal Condition Response (NFCR), depending on the type of failure.

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## • Preflight condition inspection of all operational components • Validation of battery condition • Takeoff, hover, maneuvering and landing • Emergency maneuvering • Permitted operating conditions and limitations • System safety features and use • Monitoring oftime aloft and battery status • Maintenance of user-serviceable components • Postflight equipment inspection Physical Characteristics
Measurements- 22" diameter Weight -2.1 lbs (3.3 lbs with imaging payload)
Fuel- Lithium polymer batteries are self-contained, high duration systems with "SMART" intelligence onboard. This includes cycle charge times, locations, GPS antenna, chemical management, and real-time data feeds to ensure maximum flight duration and subsystem safety processes. Charging is done via a dedicated battery charger and can be charged via standard wall outlet, or via a vehicle.
Landing style/type- Autonomous vertical lift Propulsion System •Engines- The QX3 is powered by 4 electric brushless DC motors. •Batteries

- Lithium polymer batteries are self contained high duration systems with SMART intelligence onboard. This includes cycle charge times, locations, GPS antenna, chemical management, and real time data feeds to ensure maximum flight duration and subsystem safety processes. Charging is done via a dedicated battery charger and can be charged via standard wall outlet, or via a vehicle. Performance Characteristics •Maximum Altitude- Software limited to 400' •Maximum Endurance- 40 minutes •Maximum Range- 600' •Maximum Speed- 20 MPH •Weather Minimums- 500' below reported ceiling •Winds Maximum

- 10 MPH sustained •Minimum visibility- 1 SM •Icing conditions- no icing conditions •Precipitation- no visible moisture
Maintenance- The UAS is nearly maintenance free, it performs automatic preflight checks and the failure of any check will prevent takeoff. Checks which cannot be done by the system will be performed by a qualified person prior to each flight. Preflight checklist includes: •Visual inspection ofthe airframe •Visual inspections of rotor integrity
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## Redundant Systems- The UAS combines the input from a multitude of sensors. Even though the data from all sensors is required for optimal system performance, a single sensor malfunction is likely to result in degraded performance rather than leading to a catastrophic failure. Emergency Procedures and System Failures Failure Handling- The UAS has extensive failure detection and handling capabilities. All failures are deeded to be either fatal or nonfatal. Failures classified as fatal result in a Fatal Condition Response (FCR) and failures classified as nonfatal result in a Non-Fatal Condition Response (NFCR).
Sensor Failure- Failure of onboard flight instruments/sensors will degrade the UAS performance and will result in either a FCR or a NFCR, depending on their severity. If the UAS becomes unstable due to sensor failure, it will stop all four motors and free fall to avoid a fly away condition.
Motor Failure- The UAS flight performance will degrade significantly ifone or more motors fails.
Airframe Failure

- If airframe is damaged in ways that impacts flight characteristics, the UAS will behave similar to if an onboard flight instrument failed. Navigation System Failure- In a navigation system failure, degraded GPS will result in FCR or NFCR's depending on failures.
Power Failure- A complete battery failure which results in power loss to the UAS will result all four motors stopping and free fall.
Low Battery Condition- Operator will be alerted of a low battery condition and will land the aircraft as soon as able.
Line of Sight Loss -All flight operations will be conducted with the UAS within visual sight ofthe pilot. Ifthe pilot's view becomes obstructed and line of sight is lost, the pilot may instruct the UAS to hover in place until line of sight is reestablished, to return to the takeoff position, or to land at the current position. Security The system and communication links are encrypted by the manufacturer's proprietary software.

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## APPENDIXC
SUMMARY OF IUS SECTION 333 EXEMPTION REQUEST
IUS hereby provides pursuant to Part 11 a summary of its exemption application to allow commercial operation of the QX3 small unmanned system in market research, precision aerial survey work, mapping and inspections. An exemption is requested from the following regulations:
14 C.F.R. Part 21; 14 C.F.R. 45.23(a) & (b); 14 C.F.R. 61.113(a) & (b); 14 C.F.R. 61.133(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.7(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.9(b)(2) & (c); 14 C.F.R. 91.103; 14 C.F.R. 91.1 09(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.119; 14 C.F.R. 91.121(a) 14 C.F.R. 91.151(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.203(a) & (b); 14 C.F.R. 91.205; 14 C.F.R. 91.405(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.407(a)(1); 14 C.F.R. 91.409(a)(2); 14 C.F.R. 91.417(a).

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### All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subjectto change atthe sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com and click on the supporttab for this product.

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 apossibility 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 apossibility of serious injury. WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create ahigh 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 asophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in asafe 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 use with incompatible components or alterthis product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. 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 orderto operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury. · 

### Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14years. This is not atoy. 

# General Safety Precautions and Warnings_

• Always keep asafe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions or injury. This model is controlled by aradio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control. • Always operate your model in open spaces awayfrom full-size vehicles, traffic

and people. • Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional

support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.). • Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out ofthe reach

of children. " Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and

protected for this purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics. • Never place any portion ofthe model in your mouth as itcould caul)e serious

injury or even death. · · · · · • Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries. • Always keep aircraft in sight and under control. • Always move the throttle fully down at rotor strike. • Always use fully charged batteries. • Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered. • Always remove batteries before disassembly • Always keep moving parts clean. • Always keep parts dry. • Always let parts cool after use before touching. • Always remove batteries after use. • Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring. • Nevertouch moving parts. 

# h...
. CAUTION: The ESCs for the 350 QX3 are not compatible with any otHer product, and the 350 QX3 is not compatible with any other ESCs. Use of any other**~** 

### ESCs on the 350 QX3 will cause acrash, which may result in property damage and/or personal injury. 

# A. WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: If you ever need to replace aSpektrum component found in a Horizon Hobby product, always purchase**~** 

### from Horizon Hobby, LLC or a Horizon Hobby authorized dealerto ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC 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. Before operating this product, consult all applicable local and national regulations, as well as any accredited modeling associations in your area. In the US, airspace regulations are governed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and applied in part by the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA). You are responsible for both how and where you fly your aircraft. FAAWebsite: http://www.faa.gov/ AMAWebsite: http://www.modelaircraft.org/

### Box Contents:

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..............................4 Flight Mode Switch (RTF, AP Combo)

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....................................................9 Charging Warnings

..............................................................................................4 Flight Modes Explained

.......................................................................................9 LowVoltage Cutoff (LVC)

.....................................................................................4 LED Codes

........................................................................................................1 0 Charging the Flight Battery

.................................................................................5 GPS Functionality

..............................................................................................1 0 Install the Gimbal (AP Combo)

..........................,..................................................5 Flight Guidelines and Warnings

.........................................................................11 Install the Transmitter Batteries (RTF, AP Combo)

.................................................5 Preparing the 350 QX3 For Flight

......................................................................11 Transmitter Control Layout (RTF, AP Combo)

........................................................6 Flying the 350 QX3

...........................................................................................11 Extend the GPS Mast

..........................................................................................6 Calibration Procedures

......................................................................................13 Install the Flight Battery

......................................................................................6 Graphic User Interface

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...14 Transmitter Setup and Binding (BNF)

...................................................................7 Troubleshooting

.............................................................................................,..14 Binding

...............................................................................................................8 Parts of the 350 QX3

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...15 Components Specifications J '•


### Airframe 

### Blade®350 QX3**Q~adcopter** 

### Length 

### 18.30 in (465mm) Motors 

### 4x Brushless Outrunner Motor, 11

### OOKv Height 

### 7.48 in (190mm) ESCs 

### 4x 1 0-Amp Brushless ESC Rotor Diameter 

### 22.80 in (580mm) Battery 

### 3000mAh 3S 11.1V20C Li-Po Battery Flying Weight 

### 33.7 oz (955 g) Charger 

### 3S DC Li-Po Balancing Chargerwith 5AAC PowerSupply 

### To registeryourproductonline, visit www.bladehelis.com Transmitter 

### Spektrum'" DX4 DSMX®4-ChannelTransmitter(RTF,AP Combo) Camera/Gimbal 

### CG02 GB 1 080p HD (AP Combo)

### • Blade 350 QX3 • CG02 3-Axis Camera/Gimbal (AP Combo) • 3000mAh 3S 11.1V 20C Li-Po Battery • 3S DC Li-Po Balancing Charger with 5AAC Power Supply • Spektrum DX4 DSMX

4-Channel Transmitter (RTF, AP Combo) • 4

### M Batteries (RTF, AP Combo) • Cell Phone Mount



# Charging Warnings

A WARNING: Failure to exercise caution while using this productand comply**~** 

### with the following warnings could result in product malfunction, electrical issues, excessive heat, FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.

• NEVER LEAVE THE POWER SUPPLY, CHARGER AND BATTERY UNATTENDED

DURING USE. • NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT. • Never attempt to charge dead, damaged or wet battery packs. • Never attempt to charge abattery pack containing different types of batteries. • Never allow children under 14 years of age to charge battery packs. • Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places or place in direct

sunlight. • Never charge abattery if the cable has been pinched or shorted. • Never connect the charger if the power cable has been pinched or shorted. • Never attempt to dismantle the charger or use adamaged charger. • Never drop charger or batteries. • Always use only rechargeable Li-Po batteries designed for use with this type

of charger. 

# LowVoltage Cutoff(LVC) Low voltage cutoff (LVC) protects the Li-Po battery from over-discharge in flight and activates when the battery reaches apreset value. When the battery is discharged to the cutoff point, the aircraft will display rapidly flashing red, green and blue LEDs to warn you it's time to land. When you see this LED code, land immediately to prevent over-discharge and damage to the battery. When the LVC is activated, you have approximately 2 minutes until the battery is depleted and can no longer maintain a hover. Repeated flying to LVC will damage the battery. • Always inspecU)le battery before charging. • Always keep the battery away from any material that could be affected by

heat. · • Always monitorthe charging area and have afire extinguisher available at all

times. • Always end the charging process if 

### the battery becomes hotto the touch or

starts to change form (swell) during the charge process. • Always connect the charge cable to the chargerfirst, then connect the battery

to avoid short circuit between the charge leads. Reverse the sequence when disconnecting.

· • Always connect the positive red leads(+) and negative black leads(-) correctly. • Always disconnect the battery after charging, and letthe charger cool between

charges. • Always charge in awell-ventilated area. • Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the product

malfunctions.

NOTICE: Crash damage and battery damage are not covered underwarranty. IMPORTANT: Always disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the aircraft after each flight. Charge your Li-Po battery to about half capacity before storage. During storage, make sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell. Aconnected battery will result in trickle discharge.

# Install the Gimbal (AP Combo)

Install the Transmitter Batteries (RTF, AP Combo) Charger Specifications • InputVoltage: 1 0.5-15V DC • Charge Current: 3.5A the Battery Charging Process ;· 1. ConnecttheAC powersupplyto the charger. 2. ConnecttheAC powersupplyto anAC powersource.

The green LED blinks. 3. Connectthe batteryto the charger. The red LED

blinks, indicating charging. When the battery nears

. full charge, the red and green LEOs blink, indicating

· cell balancing. 4. Disconnectthe batterywhen the green LED glows

solid. Charger LED Codes Green Blinking: Power connected Red Blinking: Charging Red & 

### Green Blinking: Cells balancing Green Solid: Charging complete Red Solid: Error 

## ,A CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must


## ·Ll.l. be followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po

batteries can result in afire, personal injury and/or property damage. NOTICE: If using abattery otherthan the included .Li-Po battery, referto your battery manufacturer's instructions for charging.

• Slide the gimbal on the mount rails until it locks. • Connect the wiring harness to the plug on the bottom

ofthe 350 QX3.

·· ·• To remove the gimbal, press the tab atthe front of the mount and slide the gimbal forward.

• Install 4AA batteries in the transmitter as shown.

# Transmitter Control Layout (RTF, AP Combo)

Extend the GPS Mast

Install the Flight Battery Mode Switch 

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- Smart Mode

### 1-APMode~· 2 - Return Home

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. · · , •. Elevator/Pitch

# ~Power

### ~T.r~nsmitter Model Switch Select Reversing Throttle Cut Model Setup**~** 

### - Switch Position

- -· 

### Type



### . 

# .. aero n/a gear· R act Travel Adj: Flap 

## 1' 120 -.1, 

### 100 Smart Mode = FMode (POS. 0) All others

- N Throttle Subtrim: 

## 1' 1 0 Return Home= FMode (POS. 1) Flaps: FLAP AP MODE= ELE 0/R (POS 1)

Norm 

## 1' 100 GIMBAL control= FLAP (POS 1), 

### DX6i land -.1, 

### 100 Throttle controls gimbal angle Mix 1: Accelerometercalibration = SetFLAP

### to POS 0and cycle

gear 

### -? gear act Flight Mode switch 4times rate: D-60%, U0% Compass calibration = Set FLAP to POS 1 0and cycle SW: ele d/r Flight Mode switch 4times airplane Channel Assign: Servo setup: Throttle cut: Servo setup: Smart Mode = Switch B (POS. 0) Channel Input AUX1 - R Position: Travel: AP MODE = Switch B(POS 1) Config (2nd page): All others - N -130% 120% Return Home = Switch B(POS. 2) Gear: B Switch: Switch i 140% AUX1:A AX1 GIMBAL Control = Switch A(POS 1). 

### DX6 Throttle controls gimbal angle Compass calibration= Switch A(POS 1) and

cycle Bswitch 4times Accelerometer calibration =Switch A(POS 0) and



## .. cycle Bswitch 4times airplane Knob:AUX2 Servo setup: Throttle cut: Servo setup: Smart Mode = Flap switch (POS. 0) Gear:AUX1 All NORM 0%Trainer Travel: AP MODE= Flap switch (POS 1) Flap: Gear Aux1 120% 140% Return Home = Flap switch (POS. 2) GIMBAL Control = Gear switch (POS 0), 

### DX7s Knob controls gimbal angle Compass calibration = Gear switch (POS 0) and

cycle FLAP switch 4times Accelerometer calibration= Gear switch (POS 1) and

cycle FLAP switch 4times airplane Gear:AUX1 Servo setup: Throttle cut: Servo setup: Smart Mode = FMode switch (POS. 0) Knob:AUX2 All NORM 0%Trainer Travel: AP MODE = FMode switch (POS 1) FMode: Gear Aux1 120% 140% Return Home = FMode switch (POS. 2) GIMBAL Control = Gear switch (POS 0), 

### DX8 Knob controls gimbal angle

'·**~.** '._,. >;,. •; 

### Compass.calibration = Gear switch (POS 0) and cycle FLAP switch 4times

-1" 

### Accelerometer calibration= Gear switch (POS 1) and •' 

### cycle FLAP switch 4times airplane Channel Assign: Servo setup: Throttle cut: Servo setup: Smart Mode = Switch B (POS. 0) Channel Input All NORM. Position: Travel: AP MODE = Switch B(POS 1) Config (2nd page): -130% 140% Return Home = Switch B(POS. 2)

Gear: B Switch: Switch i 120% AUX1:A AX1 GIMBAL Control =Aswitch (POS 0), 

### DX9/DX18 AUX2: RKnob Knob controls gimbal angle Compass calibration =Aswitch (POS 0) and

cycle Bswitch 4times

'·· 

### Accelerometer calibration= Gear switch (POS 1) and cycle Bswitch 4times

### The RTF/AP combo transmitter is bound to the model atthe factory. Iffor any reason the model needs to be re-bound, follow the directions below. Binding the 350 QX3'To Your Transmitter 1.With the transmitter and quadcopter powered OFF,

connectthe batteryto the 350 QX3. 

### 2. Place the 350 QX3 on aflat level surface. 3. Powerthe 350 QX3 ON and let it initialize. The

status 

### LED will remain off. 

### 4. Hold the 350 QX3 upside down until the status 

### LED

flashes blue, indicating it has entered bind mode. 5. Setthe quadcopter back upright. 6. 

### On yourtransmitter, ensure the throttle is in the low

position and the throttle trim is at neutral. 7. 

### Power ON yourtransmitter in bind mode according

to the instructions included with your transmitter. 

### 8. When the binding process is successful, the

350 QX3 will emit aquick, 3-beep tone and the 

### LED will flash either green, purple or red, depending on which flight mode is selected. Ifthe 

### LED is flashing red, the 350 QX3 is in Return Home mode. Switch to Smart orAP Mode (green or purple flashing) before attempting to startthe motors. 9. Place the quadcopter outdoors in the desired

starting position in preparation forflight.**r-::-:-~··--·---·-·**

### ""

.""" ·····-······-·---·-·----· 

# I EnteringBindMode 

# I 

# I Bind button


### I

# ~Q) I • 

# I



# I Normal Bind 

### TransmitterBindCodes

Roll left

# ~- .

# .._ Bind with GPS enabled



# ·- Roll right Bind with GPS disabled

### Stick commands move the 350 QX3 relative to the pilot location

Stick commands move the 350 QX3 relative to the quadcopter's orientation 

# \

Pilot location

.**··~-~···----~-~·-·--** -----·--·--···---·" _j



### Front Smart Mode (Solid Green LED on the 350 QX3) AP Mode (Solid Purple LED on the 350 QX3) Return Home (Red flashing LED on the 350 QX3)

Smart Mode This flight mode is intended for the beginner pilot. For best results while using Smart Mode, it is recommended the pilot always turn to face the 350 QX3 while flying.

• StickRelativity-While in Solid Green LED

Smart Mode, the path ofthe aircraft will always follow the control stick input direction relative to the pilot location, regardless ofthe direction the nose of the aircraft is pointing. • SAFECircle'M feature-In most scenarios, the quad

will not enterthe SAFE Circle. • Position Hold-The aircraftwill hold its position when

elevator and aileron inputs are at neutral. • Self-Leveling-Brings the 350 QX3 to alevel attitude ·

when the elevator and aileron inputs are at neutral. • 100mgeo-fence-The 350 QX3 uses GPS information to create avirtual barrier and will nottravel fartherthan 100 meters from the home position. APMode This flight mode keeps the 350 QX3 in asteady hover and locked into position while the controls are held at neutral, making it deal for image/video capture. Solid Purple LED

• ControlInput-While in AP Mode, the 350 QX3

follows the control stick input direction relative to the position and orientation ofthe aircraft ratherthan the position ofthe pilot. • Position Hold-The aircraftwill hold its position when

elevator and aileron inputs are at neutral. • Self-Leveling-Brings the 350 QX2 AP to alevel

attitude when the elevator and aileron inputs are at neutral. • 100mgeo-tence-The 350 QX3 uses GPS information to create avirtual barrier and will nottravel fartherthan 100 meters from the home position. NOTICE: If the 350 QX3 loses GPS signal while flying in either Smart or AP Mode, the LED will flash either green or purple, depending on which flight mode you are currently using, and the 350 QX3 will defaultto astable flight mode with similar control response asAP Mode without the availability of position hold. Return Home will not function. Please familiarize yourself with the controls in AP Mode to ensure asafe return of the 350 QX3 in the event of GPS signal loss.

### Startup Codes 

## A CAUTION: Ifyou see the LED signal for low 

## !ll battery (1 0.6V), immediately land your aircraft and recharge the battery. Radio off or not bound to the quad

....................................... No LED 

# •o•o•o•o•o•o•o 

# ••• Initialization failed

................................................................ 

## A CAUTION: Do not attemptto use Return Home 

## Lll with alow battery. IMU initialization

.................................................................. Fully charged battery

...........................................................**c~~~--_~-----~-- ~~-** **~-~~----_** --=-----!


### Fully discharged battery

....................................................... Emergency mode (cycle powerto reinitialize)

....................... c::::::) 

### Bindmode

........................................................................... (j)(j)(j)(j)(j)(j)(j)(j)(j)(j)(j)(j)(j)(j) 

### Flying Codes GPS Disabled

....................................................................... Smart Mode, waiting for GPS

............................................... 

## W>

- _. - - Smart Mode, GPS lock

......................................................... AP Mode, waiting for GPS.....................................................

- 

## tilt

- _,**~** 

### AP Mode, GPS lock

............................................................... Return to home mode activated

........................................... 

# • 

# ••••••••••••• 

# ----- GPS lost while in Smart mode (in flight)

................................ GPS lost while in AP mode or return to home (in flight)

.........

# ----- Battery voltage below 1 0.9V

................................................ 

# ••• ••• • 

# •• Battery voltage below 10.6V

................................................ 

# ········(j)····· 

# 1-1----

Compass calibration needed

................................................ 

# GPS Functionality
To acquire areliable GPS signal, it is importantthe 350 QX3 

### has aclearview of the sky. Obstructions that can affectthe aircraft's abilityto acquire an acceptable signal include:

• Flying close to oraround tall/big buildings • Flying under dense vegetation • Flying indoors or under astructure Ifyou cannot acquire aGPS lock at startup, the motors cannot be started in either Smart Mode orAP Mode. You will have to re-bind the quadcopterwith the GPS functions turned offto allow you to startthe motors forflight (see the Binding. section). It is not possible to use Smart Mode without having GPS enabled. Ifthe 350 QX3 

### is initialized with GPS disabled, itwill defaultto AP Mode without position hold, butwill still be capable of altitude hold. Ifyou lose the GPS signal while flying, the aircraftwill not have Stick Relativity, the SAFE Circle'M feature, Position Hold or Return Home functions available. We recommend maneuvering the 350 QX3 

### by steering with forward elevator and rudder only if GPS signal is lost.



## A · CAUTION: Do not attemptto fly the 350 QX3 

### with GPS enabled while 

## LU indoors or in alocation where the GPS signal is known to be poor, as loss ofsignal could result in acrash. 

### GPS Functions (see the Bindingsection forturning GPS functions ONandOFF) With GPSON

• Ifthe 350 QX3 

### took off with GPS lock and ahome position set, when Return

Home mode is activated the quadcopterwill fly backto the start position (maintaining altitude along the way), then reduce altitude to land. • Ifthe 350 QX3 

### loses GPS lockwhile flying in Smart, AP or Return Home

mode, the LED will flash green, purple or red, depending on which flight mode you are currently using. The 350 QX3 

### will defaultto astable flight mode with similar control response to AP Mode without the availability of position hold. • Ifthe 350 QX3 

### deviates too farfrom its intended GPS path when in Return

Home mode, it will descend using the barometric pressure sensorto maintain the descent rate. • Once the 350 QX3 

### has landed in Return Home mode, it will stop the motors. With GPS OFF • The LED will show solid white. • The flight mode available will be similar in control response to AP Mode

withoutthe availability of position hold. • Altitude hold will function normally. 

### Loss of GPS Signal Ifthe 350 QX3 

### loses GPS signal in flight, it will respond according to the following conditions:

Smart Mode: (Green flashing LED)

Ifthe 350 QX3 

### loses GPS signal in flight while in Smart Mode the LED will flash green.The stick relativity feature of Smart Mode will notfunction. The 350 QX3 

### will follow the control stick input direction relative to the position and orientation ofthe aircraft ratherthan the position of the pilot, similarto the control response in AP Mode. Return home will not function. The aircraftwill still use the pressure sensorto maintain altitude and control rate of descent. If GPS signal is reacquired, after receiving 5-10 

### seconds of reliable GPS signal, the Smart Modefunctions return. AP Mode: (Purple flashing LED)

Ifthe 350 QX3 

### loses GPS signal in flight while in AP Mode the LED will flash purple. The quadcopterwill not enter GPS position hold when the right stick is returned to center. Return home will notfunction. If GPS signal is reacquired after receiving 5-10 

### seconds of reliable signal, AP Mode functions return. 

### Loss ofTransmitter Signal Ifthe transmitter signal is lostfor any reason, the 350 QX3 

### will respond according to the following conditions:

• Ifthe motors are stopped, the 350 QX3 

### will disarm. • Ifthe motors are turning butthe 350 QX3 

### is notflying, itwill stop the motors

and disarm. • Ifthe 350 QX3 

### isflying and has agood GPS lockwith ahome position set, it

will activate the Return Home function (rapid red flashing LED) upon the loss ofthe transmitter signal. • Ifthe compass is faulty, not connected or ifthere is no GPS lock,

the 350 QX3 

### descends slowly when the transmitter signal is lost. • Ifthe pressure sensor is not working, the 350 QX3 

### reduces powerto

control the decent when the transmitter signal is lost.

# Flight Guidelines and Warnings

• Always inspectthe model before flight. • Always keep aircraft in sight and under control. • Always keep people and pets at least 35 feet (1 0 meters) away when the

battery is connected. • Keep children out ofthe vicinity of this product at all times. • Always use fully charged batteries. • Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered. 

# t Front


### 350 QX3 home location

# ®'-----------r- -f LED


### SAFE Circle"'

----------- • Always remove batteries before disassembly. • Always keep moving parts clean. • Always keep parts dry. • Always let parts cool after use before touching. • Always remove batteries after use. • Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring. • Nevertouch moving parts. • Always follow the most up to date AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code.

1. Poweron the transmitterwith theflight mode setto

Smart Mode. 2. Remove the battery hatch.lnstall afully charged

battery pack, connectthe blue EC3TM batteryconnector and reinstall the hatch. 3. With the quad on alevel surface, turn on the power

switch and allowthe 350 QX3 to initialize.**~--** 

### .. //**'·~,.** 

### /-

### ~ 16 feet (5 meters) 

### Pilotlocation / \ Ifthe GPS is enabled, waitforthe GPS signal to be acquired (solid green lfD).



### \ IMPORTANT: While in Smart Mode, the motors will not start if aGPS signal has not been acquired. 4. Movethe aircraftto the desired home location and

orientthe aircraft pointed awayfrom the pilot. 5. Step backapproximately 16feet (5 meters) from the

home location. 6. To startthe motors, move both sticks intothe bottom

inside comers, then backto center. 7. The props will begin to spin. The home position for GPS

functions is set and youraircraft is readytofly. Lowerthe throttle stickfully and hold the bind button to stop the motors afterflight. 

## A**~AUTION:** 

### When the.home**loca~ion** 

### is**~et (~tep** **~),the** 

### 350**QX~ m~st**  

### be**approxim~tely** 

### 16**feet(~** 

### meters) fr_om where the pilot will stand**d~ring** 

### flight,**~o.i~t­ ~**  

### mg awayfrom the pilot. If the a1rcraft IS 

### po1nted 1n 

### any other d1rect1on, the SAFECtrclefeature Will notfunction as expected and may result 1n**personalmJ~ry·** 

### · or damage to property. Once the aircraft's motors are started, do no,t change your position. 

# Flying the 350 QX3

Throttle stick Takeoff The throttle control forthe 350 QX3 changes the altitude

. ofthe quadcopter by moving the throttle stickabove or below halfthrottle. 

### As you movethe throttle stickabove half, the quadcopterwill climb. 

### As you move the throttle stick below half, the quadcopterwill descend. The farther awayfrom halfyou movethe throttle stick, the fasterthe quadcopterwill climb or descend. To takeoff, slowly advance the throttle to slightly above half.The 350 QX3 will slowly climb. When the quadcopter reachesthe desired height, ease the throttle backto half to hold that altitude. Explorethe flight envelope ofthe 350 QX2 AP in Smart Modewithoutfear of losing orientation. See the diagrams in the FlightModes Explainedsection for more details on the aircraft's function in Smart Mode. In Smart Mode, the direction the aircraft is pointing does not affectthe control, and the aircraft's response relative to you (thepilotlocation) does not change with orientation. AP Mode operates more like aconventional RC helicopteror multicopter. NOTICE: If

### you begin to lose control, release the control sticks and the model will self-level. Payclose attention to the LED while flying. Ifat anytime the LED indicatesthe flight battery voltage is low (below 1 0.6V), as shown Inthe LED code section, land the 350 QX3 immediately and charge the flight battery.

### Landing To land the 350 QX2 AP there are two options:

• Guide the aircraftto where you wish to land. Slowly

reduce the throttle below halfto descend and land. When the quadcopter has landed, lowerthe throttle completely and press the bind button to stop the motors. • Activate the Return Home function to return the

350 QX3 to the assigned home location and land automatically. 

## h.. CAUTION: Do notactivate the 

### Return Home 

## LU function ifthe 350 QX3 is showing the low battery indication. 

### Manuallylandthe aircraft immediately. Return Home NOTICE: Return home will only function ifthe 350 QX3 has GPS lock.

• When this feature is activated, the LED will rapidly

flash red.
• The 350 QX3 will fly backto its assigned home location and land.After landing,the motors maytake up to 5secondsto stop. • The return homefunction may be cancelled by

switching backto Smart orAP Mode usingthe flight mode switch.
• To restartthe props after landing in Return Home,

move both transmittersticksto the bottom inside corners and then backto center. 

# A. CAUTION:The 350 QX3 will not recognize the 

# £ll SAFECirclefeature when Return Home is used. Activating Return Home may cause the 350 QX3 to fly directly overthe pilot ifthe aircraftwas flown to a position behind where the pilotwas standing when the home position was established. 

### AfterYour Flight

1. Turn offthe power switch on the 350 QX3. 2. Turn offthe powerto yourtransmitter. 3. Unplug and remove the batteryfrom the 350 OX3.

Recharge your batteryfollowing the charging warnings and instructions. 

# A CAUTION:Always disconnectthe U-Po bat

# L.U teryfrom the aircraftwhen notflying to avoid over-discharging the battery. Batteries discharged to a voltage belowthe lowestapproved voltage may become damaged, resulting in loss of performance and potential fire when batteries are charged. 

### Location alert The motors will beep underthe following conditions:

• At anytimethe props stop spinning afterthey have

been initialized.
• After30 seconds of nothrottle input (waiting armed

on the ground). This will alertthe pilot to the location of the aircraft if it lands in alocation with lowvisibility. Beeping will continue until the battery can no longer supply enough powerto the motors. Ifthe quadcopter crash lands and one or more motors are stopped by an impact, the quadcopter enters emergency mode.The LED will flash white and the motors will beep loudly. MotorStop

### Rudder right Bind in pressure calibration mode 

### Compass calibration procedure: NOTICE: The following procedure has to be completed within 30 seconds after entering compass calibration mode. 1.Powerthe transmitter. 2. Power on the 350 QX3 and face the

quadcopter pointing North. 3.Cycle the top lefttransmitter switch completely

4times as shown at the left. 4.The 350 QX3 indicates it has entered compass

calibration mode by slowlyflashing the LED orange. 5.When the LED begins to flash rapidly, complete

all 4 rotations ofthe 350 QX3 as shown in the illustration at left within 30 seconds, rotating the quad 45° counterclockwise between each rotation. 6. Hold the quad level, facing North and checkthe LED.

Green 

### = Ready Red 

### = Repeat Compass Calibration



### Accelerometer calibration procedure: 1.Power on the transmitter and 350 QX3 and

place the quad on aflat, level surface. 2.While holding the bind switch on the transmitter,

cycle the top left switch 4times as shown atthe left. 3.The 350 QX3 will emit aseries of slow tones

followed by aseries of rapid tones, indicating the calibration has started. 4. Do not move the 350 QX3 while it performs the

accelerometer calibration procedure. 5.When the procedure has completed, the 350 QX3 will

emit a"happy" tone and the LED will display**~reen** 

### indicating the calibration was successful. If it emits a "sad" tone and the LED displays solid red, repeat the calibration procedure. 

### Pressure Sensor Calibration The pressure sensor is calibrated atthe factory on the 350 QX3. Recalibration should only be necessary if you replace the sensor. 1.Place the 350 QX3 in acold area. Allow itto remain

in the cold for 30 minutes or more. 2.Bring the 350 QX3 out of the cold and into awarm

area. The greaterthe difference in temperature between the cold and warm areas, the more accurate the calibration will be. 3. Ensure your transmitter is off and then connect a

flight battery to the 350 QX3Powerthe 350 QX3 ON and let it initialize.The status LED will remain off. 4. Hold the 350 QX3 upside down until the status LED

flashes blue, indicating it has entered bind mode. 5. Set the quadcopter back upright. 6.Bind your transmitter to the 350QX3 with the rudder

stick fully to the right. The LED will blink red and blue rapidly. Leave the aircraft and transmitter powered on and allow the aircraft to warm up for 10 minutes. Do not move the aircraft during this time. ?.After 10 minutes the motors on the aircraft will beep

to indicate the calibration is complete. Power off the aircraft and then your transmitter. Ifthe 350 QX3 displays the failed calibration code, power offthe aircraft and then begin the pressure calibration procedure again.

### Ifyou need to update the firmware in your quadcopter, download the PC user interface* at http://www.bladehelis.com/Prodlnfo/Files/350_QX_PC_Interface.zip Followthe on-screen instructions for installation and operation. This graphic user interface allows you to monitor systems, adjust system settings and calibrate sensors. Sensor Information Screen

• See status of all sensors and speed controls at agiance • Check battery voltage and accelerometer operation Calibration Screen

• Calibrate accelerometers and camera gimbal • Review instructions for compass sensor and DX4 transmitter calibration

. • Adjust geo-referenced flight boundaries 

# Troubleshooting GPS Screen • See number of available satellites and signal strength • Verify latitude, longitude and altitude indications • Verify GPS accuracy Device Information Screen

• See programming software version • See quad firmware version and vehicle ID • Update firmware *Requires USB Interface (BLH7840) sold separately.

· Problem

### P~ssible Cause··;'

### ~·.:·~.: "'

. · ·( ·· Solution 350 QX3 will not initialize

GPS has reduced resolution

Blinking yellow led 'compass error' indication
Steady beeping, motors won't start

Won't hold position in hover

Motors take along period of The quadcopterwas moved during initialization Heavy overcast Solar flares Aircraft is indoors Objects blocking clear access to the sky (under ametal cover, inside acar, tall buildings, etc

...) Video transmitter nearby Re-arm the aircraft, being cautious to avoid any movement during initialization Wait for lighter cloud cover and re-lock or disable GPS Wait for disturbance to subside or disable GPS Disable GPS Move aircraftto aclear area Re-position or remove video transmitter Wait for threat level to be reduced or disable GPS Raised threat level by the U.S. government 

## ------------+---------------------------------------1 The GPS antenna coaxial cable is nicked, cut, or otherwise damaged The compass has been exposed to amagnet The GPS antenna coaxial cable is nicked, cut, or otherwise damaged The aircraft is behaving erratically Aggressive flight Replace the GPS antenna Move the aircraft away from the magnetic source. In worst case scenario, the compass may need to be replaced Replace the GPS antenna Rebind the aircraft with the GPS function off Fly level for afew seconds before using other modes Ensure GPS antenna has clear view of sky and GPS lock has been GPS lock has not been acquired acquired 'Compass error' is indicated by the LED See below fortroubleshooting 'compass error' Incorrect start up procedure Review start up procedure in manual Model is too close to ametal object or metal surface Move model away from large metal objects or surfaces**r-----------------~--------------_,-** 

### Compass needs calibration

Throttle trim is not centered

Weak GPS signal Compass needs calibration
Accelerometers need calibration Calibrate compass (see calibration reference) Calibrate DX4 transmitter (AP or RTFversion) Center throttle trim (BNF version) Check GPS antenna mast is extended Calibrate compass (see calibration guide) Calibrate accelerometers (see calibration guide)
time to shut off after completing Pressure calibration is needed return to home Refer to the Pressure Sensor Calibration section of this manual

## Front



# Back

Bottom CG02 

### ----++---1 Camera/Gimbal (AP Combo)

Flight Battery Door -----....._' ' .··· ,.,.·.

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# . '. .. 

# DXB

Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung

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### 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.**~** 

### 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 asophisticated hobby product and NOT atoy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in asafe 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 withoutthe 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, priorto assembly, setup or use, in orderto operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury. 

# 6 WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS 

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# "' SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL

# TABLE OF CONTENTS Spektrum's DX8 with Integrated Telemetry

......................................................6 Included Items

..................................................................................................6 System Features

...............................................................................................6 Charging YourTransmitter

................................................................................7 NiMH/LiPo Battery Support.

.............................................................................7 Battery and Charging Precautions and Warnings

.............................................7 Transmitter Identification Mode 2

.....................................................................8 Transmitter Identification Mode 1

.....................................................................9 Key Input and Display Functions

....................................................................10 Digital Trims

...................................................................................................1 0 InactivityWarnings

.........................................................................................1 0 No RF OutputWarning

...................................................................................1 0 BatteryAlarm and Display

..............................................................................10 ProgrammableAlarrns

....................................................................................10 AR8000 Receiver

............................................................................................10 Receiver Installation

.......................................................................................11· Binding

...........................................................................................................11 · Failsafe

...........................................................................................................12· SmartSafe

.......................................................................................................12 Hold Last Command Failsafe

.........................................................................12 Preset Failsafe

................................................................................................12 Range Testing

.................................................................................................13 

### System Setup

...........................................................................................13 .Model Select.

..................................................................................................14

.Model Type

.....................................................................................................14 Model Name

...................................................................................................15 Wing Type

.......................................................................................................15 Switch Select (Air)

..........................................................................................15 Swash Type

.....................................................................................................15 Switch Select (Heli)

........................................................................................16 F-Mode Setup

.................................................................................................16 Trim Step

........................................................................................................16 Model Reset..

..................................................................................................1'7 Model Copy

....................................................................................................17 Warnings

.................................................................................................., .....18 Telemetry

........................................................................................................18 Frame Rate

......................................................................................................20 Trainer

.............................................................................................................20 System Settings

..............................................................................................20 Transfer SD Card

............................................................................................21 

### Function Mode

........................................................................................22 Servo Setup

....................................................................................................22 D/R and Exponential

.......................................................................................23 Differential

......................................................................................................24 Throttle Cut

.....................................................................................................25 Throttle Curve (Air)

.........................................................................................25 Throttle Curve (Heli)

.......................................................................................26 Flap System

....................................................................................................26 Swashplate

.....................................................................................................27 Governor

.........................................................................................................28 Pitch Curve

.....................................................................................................28 Mixing (Air)

....................................................................................................29 Aileron to Rudder Mix

....................................................................................29 Programmable Mixes (Air)

.............................................................................29 Tail Curve for Non-Heading Hold Gyro Use Only

...........................................30 Mixing (Heli)

..................................................................................................31 Gyro

................................................................................................................33 Timer

..............................................................................................................33 Monitor

...........................................................................................................35

SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL Troubleshooting Guide

...................................................................................35 General Information

........................................................................................36

Servo Precautions General Notes Safety Do's and Don'ts for Pilots Federal Aviation Administration

.................................................................36

Purpose Background Operating Standards Information Provided by Daily Flight Checks Warrantyand Repair Policy

............................................................................37

Warranty Period 1-Year Limited Warranty Damage Limits Safety Precautions Warranty Services Questions, Assistance, and Repairs Inspection or Repairs Warranty Inspection and Repairs

...............................................................38 Non-Warranty Repairs FCC Information

.............................................................................................38 Antenna Separation Distance

..........................................................................38 Compliance Information forthe European Union

...........................................39 Declaration of Conformity

...............................................................................39 Instructions forthe Disposal ofWEEE

............................................................39 

### Appendix

......................................................................................................39

Mode Changes

..........................................................................................39 Mechanical Conversion

.............................................................................39

· Programming Conversion

.........................................................................40 Adjustable StickTension

...........................................................................41 Advanced Range Testing

............................................................................41

. Using aFlight Log-Optional

...................................................................42



### 5

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SPEKTRUM'S DXB WITH INTEGRATED TELEMETRY

The DXB is Spektrum's first aircraftsystem that incorporates integrated telemetry. The transmitter's screen displays real-time telemetry including receiver battery voltage, flight log data and signal quality. External sensors allow rpm, external voltage and temperature to be displayed on screen in real time. Alarms can be programmed to warn of low battery, overtemperature, exceeded rpm and diminished RF signal strength. The DXB offers sophisticated programming to meetthe demands of even the most experienced airplane and helicopter pilots. An easy-to-use rolling selector combined with intuitive software makes setting up models quickand easy. The DXB is SO-card compatible allowing an infinite numberof models to be stored and transferred. Plus firmware updates can be downloaded from the SPEKTRUMRC.com website providing the userwith the latestsoftware upgrades.



# ITEMS INCLUDED

DX8 transmitter ARBOOO a-channel receiver Power supplyw/adaptors Neckstrap SO card Bind Plug TM1000 telemetry module Voltage sensor Temperature sensor Data lead Telemetry Y-Harness Decal sheet DXB instruction manual Programming Guide 2.Dmm Lhexwrench



### 6 Telemetry module (TM1000) 

# SYSTEM FEATURES

o Integrated Telemetry • Quad Bearing Gimbals

o High Speed 11ms frame rate

o 2048 resolution

o Telemetrywarning system

o Sophisticated Airplane and Helicopter programming

o SO Card compatible 

### ARBOOO RECEIVER 

### Note: The DXB is compatible with all current Spektrum DSM2 aircraft receivers.



# 6 CAUTION: When using the DXB with parkflyer receivers (the AR6100 and AR6110), it's imperative thatthese receivers only be flown in parkllyer-type aircraft (small electric airplanes or mini and micro helicopters). Flying receivers designed lor parkllyers in largeraircraft could cause loss of connection. 

### Note: The DX8 is NOT compatible with the original DSM AR600 receiver.

12V DC PowerSupply 

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# I 2.5" Telemetry Voltage Sensor Data Lead 16MB SoC d 2.5" Telemetry ar Temperature Sensor Y-harness



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# CHARGING YOUR TRANSMITTER

The DXB features abuilt-in multi-chemistry charger designed to charge 4-cell NiMH and 2-cell LiPo batteries at acharge rate of200mAh. The charge jackon the right side ofthe transmitter is non-polarity-critical, allowing you to use any type of 12-volt supplyto charge the battery regardless of connector polarity. Using the included SPMB2000NMTX NiMH battery pack, you should plug the included 12-voltACto DC power supply in for 10to 12 hours to fully charge the battery. 

# & CAUTION: Neverplug ina peakdetectionorfastchargerintoyour DXB as this could damage the internal charge circuit. Use only a12V DC source.

With the transmitter powerturned off, plug the included 12volt power supply into awall outlet. Then plug the male charge plug into the charge jack. The blue LED on thefront of the transmitterwill illuminate. When charging the optional SPMB4000LPTX, afull charge can take up to 30hrs depending on the initial charge state of the battery. When charging aLiPo, the blue lightwill turn off when the charge cycle is complete.



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NIMH/LIPO BATTERY SUPPORT

The DX8 includes arechargeable NiMH battery pack. Alow battery alarm sounds when the battery reaches 4.3 volts. Spektrum offers an optional2-cell LiPo battery pack (SPMB4000LPTX) forthe DXB. LiPo batteries have ahigher operational voltage and when switching to a2-cell LiPo battery in the transmitter, it is importantto changethe low battery alarm to the LiPo setting to prevent over-discharging the pack. 

### To Access and Change Battery Type In the System Setting screen (see page 20 in your manual) rotatethe roller to select NEXTat the bottom right ofthe System setting screen. The following screen appears. 

## Extra Settings Batt Alat'"m: 6 .4V Battet'"y**T~•pe:** 

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Rotate the rollerto highlight batterytype. Press the rollerto access NiMH or LiPo. The lowvoltage cutoffwill defaultto the recommended voltage forthe batterytype selected. The voltage cutoff can be adjusted from this screen, but normallythe defaultcutoff of6.4 volts for LiPo is recommended. 

# BATTERY AND CHARGING PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

Failure to exercise caution while using this product and comply with the following warnings could result in product malfunction, electrical issues, excessive heat, FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.

• Read all safety precautions and literature priorto use ofthis product. 

### • Neverallow minors to charge battery packs without adultsupervision. 

### • Never drop power supply or batteries. 

### • Neverattempt to charge damaged batteries 

### • Neverattemptto charge abattery pack containing differenttypes of

batteries. 

### • Never charge abattery ifthe cable has been pinched orshorted. 

### • Neverallow batteries or battery packs to come into contactwith moisture

at anytime. 

### • Never charge batteries in extremely hot orcold places (recommended

between 50-80 degrees F) or place in direct sunlight. 

### • Always disconnectthe battery after charging, and letthe charger cool

between charges. 

### • Always inspect anew battery before charging. 

### • Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby ifthe product

malfunctions. 

### • Always keep batteries and chargeraway from any material thatcould be

affected by heat (such as ceramic and tile), as they can get hot. 

### • Always end the charging process ifthe charger or battery becomes hotto

the touch orstarts to change form (swell) during the charge process.



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# TRANSMITTER IDENTIFICATION MODE 2

Note: to change transmitter modes see page 39

Throttle/Rudder Stick

Throttle Gear

Back Button

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### WARNING: ENSURE FUTURE ANTENNA**~** 

### SAFETY Do not attempt to use the antenna to bear any weight, pick up the transmitter by the antenna or alter the antenna in any way. If the transmitter antenna or related components become damaged the output strength can be severely impeded which could lead to acrash, injury, and property damage.

Aileron D/R

Aileron/Elevator Stick

Rolling Selector

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Rolling Selector

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# KEY INPUT AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS

The DXS utilizes aroller that can be rotated or pressed and two buttons, Backand Clearthatare used to access and program all the functions.

Press the ROLLER to access screens orfunctions

__ _. Rotate the ROLLER to adjust values orto select options 

### Note: Pressing the ROLLER lor more than three seconds will return to the main screen. the CLEAR button to return the highlighted value to its defaultsetting the BACK button to return to the previous screen Direct Model Access- From the main screen, you can access the Model Select screen (used to change models) by pressing the BACKand CLEAR buttons simultaneously. 

# DIGITAL TRIMS

The DXB 2.41eatures advanced digital trims. The Main screen displays the graphic position lorthe trims. The Throttle Aileron, Elevator, and Rudder trim levers, and when activated the right and lefttrimmers, feature an audible center trim beep and apause. You can adjustthe amount oftravel per each trim in the Trim Step Function, located in System Setup Mode. See page 161ormore details. 

### Note: When the transmitter is turned off, the trims and leftand right trimmervalues are stored in memory and recalled when the system is turned back on. 

### System Setup 

### Wing Type Switch Select



# INACTIVITY WARNING

The DXB features an inactivity warning thatwarns ifthe transmitter is left on preventing draining the batteries. Ifthe transmitter is left on and no input is given to the sticks or switches lor 10 minutes, an alarm will sound and warning screen appear. Moving any stick or switch will clearthe alarm. Normal RF modulation continues throughout the alarm maintaining the RF link. 

### WARNING
SYSTEM IS INACTIVE! 

# NO RF OUTPUT WARNING

The DXS features aNo RF outputwarning. IIthe 2.4GHz band is full, it's possible Is when the transmitter is first thatthe DX8 may not be able to lind open channe turned on. IIthe transmitterfinds no open channe will remain until the transmitter is able to lind twoIs awarning screen appears and open channels and transmit. 

### WARNING
NO RF LINK!



# BATTERY ALARM AND DISPLAY

When the transmittervoltage drops below 4.3 valts, "Warning Low Battery" will his occurs, land immediately. flash and an alarm sound. IIyou are flying when t 

### WARNINGS LOW BATTERY



# PROGRAMMABLE ALARMS

The DXS!eatures programmable alarms thatwarn ofapotential unsafe switch or stick position when the transmitter is turned on
.In Aero mode programmable nd flap positions while in alarms include high throttle, gear and mid and Ia helicopter mode warnings include high throttle, S tun! 1, Stunt 2, and Hold. If any ofthese switches orthrottle stick position is i transmitter is turned on, an alarm will sound, the nan unsafe position when the screen will displaythe offending switch position and the transmitterwill nottransmit asignal. Moving the switch ng and normal operation will warnings. or stickto the desired positionwill clearthewarni resume. See page 18 for details on programming 

### WARNINGS THROTTLE HIGH FLAPS LANDING POSITION



# AR8000 RECEIVER

The AR8000 lull range 8-channel receiver featur is compatible with all Spektrum"c.nd JR®aircraes DSM2" technology and It radios that support DSM2 technology including: JR12X, 11X, X9503, X9303, Spektrum DX8, DX7, DX7se, DX6i, DX5e and Module Systems. 

### Note: The AR8000 receiver is not compatible with the Spektrum DX6 parkflyertransmitter. 

### Features

• 8-channel full range receiver • Multilink receiver technology • Includes one internal and one remote receiver • SmartSafem failsafe system • Hold Last Command failsafe • Preset Failsafe • QuickConnect" with Brownout Detection • Flight Log com atible o tionaI 

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10 SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL• 2048 Resolution • High-speed 11ms operation when used with capable transmitters • Hold indicator (Red LED indicates number of holds incurred

during flight). Applications Full range up to 8-channel aircraft including:

• All types and sizes of glow, gas and electric powered airplanes • All types and sizes of no-powered gliders • All types and sizes of glow, gas and electric powered helicopters

Note: Not for use in airplanes that have full carbon fuselages. Notfor use in airplanes that have significant carbon or conductive structures. It is recommended to use one of the carbon fuselage receivers. (SPMAR9300, SPMAR6255). Specifications:

Type: DSM2 full range receiver Channels: 8 Modulation: DSM2 Main Receiver Dimensions: 1.27 x1.35 x0.45 in (32.3 x34.3 x11.4mm) Remote Receiver Dimensions: 0.80 x1.10 x0.27 in (20.3 x28.0 x6.9mm) Main Receiver Weight: .33 oz (9.4 g) Remote Receiver Weight: .2 oz (3 g) Weight with Remote Receiver: .49 oz (13.9 g) Voltage Range: 3.5 to 9.6V Resolution: 2048 Frame Rate: 11ms when paired with the DX7se or DXB Compatibility: All DSM2 aircraft transmitters and module systems 

# RECEIVER INSTALLATION

In gas and glowaircraft install the main receiver bywrapping it in protective foam and fastening it in place using rubber bands or l1ookand loop strap. In electricairplanes or helicopters, you can use thick double-sided foam tapeto fasten the main receiver in place. Mountthe remote in aslightly different location from the primary receiver. This gives tremendous improvements in path diversity. Essentially, each receiversees adifferent RF environment and this is keyto maintaining asolid RF link. This is especiallythe case in aircraftwith substantial conductive materials (e.g., larger gas engines, carbon fiber, pipes etc), which can weaken the signal. Using servo tape, mountthe remote receiver keeping it at least2inches awayfrom the primary antenna. Ideally, you should position the antennas perpendicularto each other. In airplanes, we recommend mounting the primary receiver in the center ofthefuselage on the servo tray and the remote receiverto the side ofthefuselage or in the turtle deck.

SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL Y-Harnesses and Servo Extensions Do not use amplified Y-harnesses and servo extensions with Spektrum equipment. Only use standard non-amplified Y-harnesses and servo extensions. When converting existing models to Spektrum, replace all amplified Y-harnesses and/orservo extensions with conventional non-amplified versions Power System Requirements Onboard power systems must provide adequate power, without interruption, to the receivereven when the system is fully loaded (servos at maximum flight loads). Inadequate power systems are aprimary cause of in-flightfailures. Some components that affectthe abilityto properly deliveradequate power include: the selected receiver battery pack (number ofcells, capacity, cell type, state of charge), switch harness, battery leads and, if used, the regulatorand power bus. The AR8000's minimum operational voltage is 3.5-volts. Testthe system perthe following guidelines to aminimum voltage of4.8-volts during ground testing. This will compensatefor battery discharging or actual flight loads that are greater than ground test loads. Recommended Power System Guidelines

1. When setting up large or complex aircraft with multiple high-torque

servos, use acurrent and voltmeter (HAN172). Plug the voltmeter in an open channel port in the receiver, and with the system on, load the control surfaces on youraircraft by applying pressure with your hand. Monitorthe currentas you load control surfaces. Thevoltage should remain above 4.8 volts even when all servos are heavily loaded. 2. With the current meter inlinewith the receiver battery lead, load control

surfaces while monitoring the current. The maximum continuous recommended current for asingle heavy-duty servo/battery lead is 3amps. Short-duration current spikes of up to 5amps are acceptable. 

### Ifyour system draws more than these currents, you need to use multiple packs ofthe same capacity.with multiple switches and multiple leads plugged into the receiver. 3. If using aregulator, perform tests for a5-minute period. Aregulator may

provide adequateshort-term power, butthis tests itsabilityto maintain voltage atsignificant power levels overtime. 4. For really large aircraft orcomplex models, multiple battery packswith

multiple switch harnesses are necessary. No matterwhat power systems you choose, always carry outtest#1. Make sure the receiver is constantly providedwith 4.8 volts or more underall conditions. 

# it, CAUTION: When charging any brand of NiMH battery pack, make sure the battery is fully charged. Due to the nature of peak charges and variations in charging rates, heat development, and cell types-the capacity reading ofabattery charged on afast peak charger may only reach 80% of its nominal value. Use a chargerthatdisplays total charge capacity. Note the numberof mAh put into a discharged packto verify the charge is atfull capacity. 

# BINDING

You must bind the receivertothetransmitterbefore the receiverwill operate. Binding teaches the receiver the specific code ofthe transmitter, so itwill only connectto thattransmitter. 1. To bind an AR8000 to aDSM2 transmitter, insertthe bind plug in the BATI/

BIND port on the receiver. 11

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Note: To bind an aircraftwith an electronic speed controllerthat powers the receiver through the throttle channel (ESC/BEC), insertthe bind plug into the BAIT/BIND port in the receiverand the throttle lead into the throttle (THRO) port. Proceed to Step #2. 2. Powerthe receiver. The LED on the receiverwill be flashing, indicating the

receiver is readyto be bound to the transmitter.

3. Move the sticks and switches on the transmitterto the desired failsafe

positions (low throttle and neutral control positions).

4. Press and hold the trainer button while powering on transmitter. 5. The system will connectwithin afew seconds. Once connected, the LED on the

receiver will go solid indicating connection. 6. Remove the bind plug from the BATI/BND port on the receiver. Poweroffthe

transmitterand store the bind plug in aconvenient place. NOTICE: Remove the bind plug to preventthe system from entering bind mode the nexttime the power is turned on. 7. Aftersetting up your model, rebind the system so the true lowthrottle and

neutral control surface positions are set. 

# FAILSAFES

When you bind yourtransmitter, you are programming the receiverwith failsafe defaults. Ifconnection is lost between the transmitter and receiver, the receiver immediately operates in those preprogrammed default positions. Those positions are failsafes. TheARSOOO has three failsafes: SmartSafe Failsafe, Hold Last Command Failsafe, and Preset Failsafe. 

## SmartSafe Failsafe SmartSafe Failsafe is always active in both hold last command failsafe and in presetfailsafe. SmartSafe is asafetyfeature on thethrottle channel onlythat offers the !allowing benefits:

• Prevents electric motors from operating when the receiver only is turned on

(no signal present) • Prevents the speed controller from arming until the throttle is moved to low

throttle position after connection is made

12 • Shuts offelectric motorand reduces gas/glow enginesto idle ifsignal is lost • Ifthrottle is atany position otherthan low, the ESC won't arm 

### • Ifconnection is lost in flight: -SmartSafe sets the throttle to the position itwas in during the binding process. HowTo Program SmartSafe is automatically setwhen hold last command failsafe or Presetfailsafe is programmed orthe system is bound. Note: It's importantto have the throttle stick in the low position to store lowthrottle during binding To Test Confirm the failsafe setting is correct byturning offthe transmitter. The throttle should go to the preset lowthrottle position. 

# & CAUTION: Make sure the aircraft is restrained on the ground. Iffailsafe is notset, your aircraft might advance to mid orfull throttle. 

## Hold Last Command Ifyou lose connection, all channels exceptfor throttle channel hold last given command and the aircraftcontinues on its path. So, ifyou were turning when connection was lost, your aircraftwould continue turning. How to Program

1. Leavethe bind plug in the bind portthrough the entire binding process. 2. Remove bind plug onlyafter receiver connects to transmitter To Test Confirm the failsafe settings are correct byturning offthe transmitter. All channels excepttorthe throttle should hold the lastcommand. 

# & CAUTION: Make sure the aircraft is restrained on the ground. 

### Iffailsafe is not set, your aircraft might advanceto mid orfull throttle. 

## Preset Failsafe Ifthe signal is lost, all channels are driven to theirfailsafe position set during binding. Preset Failsafe is ideal for sailplanes, as spoliers can be deployed during loss of signal, preventing aflyaway. How To Program

1. Insertthe bind plug and power on the receiver. 2. When the receiver LEOs blink indicating bind mode, remove bind plug

before binding the transmitterto the receiver. 3. LED lights will continue to blink. 4. Move transmitter's control sticks and switches to the desired Preset Failsafe

positions then turn it on in bind mode. 5. The system should connect in less than 15 seconds. NOTICE: Failsafe features varyaccording to receiver, so if using areceiver other than the ARSOOO, consultyour receiver's instructions forthefailsales thatapply. Before flight, ALWAYS confirm your binding is good and failsafe is set. To do this, make sure the system is connected, turn yourtransmitter off. Confirm that low-throttle is active. 

# & CAUTION: Make sure the aircraft is restrained on the ground. Iffailsafe is notset, your aircraft mightadvance to mid orfull throttle.

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# RANGE TESTING

The RangeTestfunction reduces the power output. This allows for arange test to confirm the RF link is operating correctly. Perform arange check atthe beginning ofeach flying session to confirm system operation. 

### To Access the Range Test screen With the transmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function listdisplays. 

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Rotate the rollerto highlight Range Testthen press the rollerto access the Range Test function.

### Range Test 1.!131 FULL POI.tJER Press and hold the Trainer Button to activate Range Test. Distance = 

### 30 paces/ 30 metet·s. With the Range Testscreen displayed, push and hold the trainer button. The screen displays Reduced Power. In this mode the RF output is reduced allowing foran operational range test ofyour system. Ifyou let go ofthe trainer button, thetransmitterwill go backto Full Power. 

# Range Testing the DX8
1. With the model restrained on the ground, stand 30 paces

(approx. 90 feet/28 meters) away from the model. 2. Face the model with the transmitter in your normal flying position and place

the transmitter into Range Test mode (see above) and push the trainer button reducing the power output. 3. Operatethe controls. You should havetotal control ofyour model with the

transmitter in Range Test mode.

30 paces (90 feeV28 meters)

4. Ifcontrol issues occur contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support

office for assistance. 5.1f performing arange test while atelemetry module is active, the displaywill

show flight log data.



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# SYSTEM SETUP

The DX8 organizes the programming screens in two separate categories: System Setup Mode and Functions Mode. The System Setup Mode contains programming that is generally used when initially setting up amodel, and seldom used atthe field. System Setup functions includes Model Type, Model Name, Wing Type, (Swashplate Typefor Helis) Model Reset. etc. 

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radio transmission occurs when aSystem Setup screen is displayed to prevent accidental servo operation. This protects linkages/servo gears from damagewhen making programming changes. System Setup in Airplane and Heli Model type includes the following screens. 

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## Airplane Model Model Select page 14 Model Type page 14 Model Name page 15 Wing Type page 15 Switch Select page 15 Trim Step page 16 Model Reset page 17 Model Copy page 17 Warnings page 18 Telemetry page 18 Frame Rate page 20 Trainer page 20 System Settings page 20 Transfer SD Card page 21


### To Access the System Setup List 

## Helicopter Model Model Select page 14 Model Type page 14 Model Name page 15 Swash Type page 15 Switch Select page 16 F-Mode Setup page 16 Trim Step page 16 Model Reset page 17 Model Copy page 17 Warnings page 18 Telemetry page 18 Frame Rate page 20 Trainer page 20 System Settings page 20 Transfer S DCard page 21

Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen. release the roller. The DX8 is now in System Setup Mode. 

### System Setup 

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### To Access aSystem Setup Function from the System Setup List In the System Setup list rotate the rollerto highlightthe desired function then press the roller to access. The selected function screen will appear. 

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# MODEL SELECT**~~** The Model Selectfunction is used to change to adifferent model memory, typically when switching from the current model. You can store up to 30 models in the DX8's model memory. You can access the model selectfunction throughthe System Setup mode orthrough Direct Model Access. Direct Model Access allows you to access the model select function atanytime the main screen ora telemetry screen is displayed. Direct Access Model Select

Press the ClearandBackbuttonssimultaneouslyto accesstheModelSelectscreen To directly access the Model SelectScreen anytime from the Main Screen orthe Telemetry screen, press the Clear and Back buttons simultaneously. The Model Select screen displays for 10seconds. If no activity occurs, the screen returns to the previous Main orTelemetry screen. To Access the Model Select Function through System Mode Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, release the roller. The DX8 is now in System Setup Mode. Highlight Model Selectthen press the roller to access the function. 

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# > 1odel S.;.lect t1odel Type t1odel Name

The following screen appears. Rotate the rollerto highlightthe desired model then press to select. The model name will display on the main screen. 

### Model Select 

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odt?l 2: Mdi02-Acro Model 3: Mdi03-Acro

ModelMatch The DXB features ModeiMatch technology that prevents operating amodel using the wrong model memory. This feature can prevent stripped servo gears, broken linkages and even acrash due to attempting to operate amodel using the wrong memory. How ModeiMatch Works Each individual model memory (30 in total) has its own embedded code transferred to the receiver during the binding process. The receiveractually learns the specific model memory selected during binding. When bound, it operates onlywhen that model memory is selected. Ifadifferent model memory is selected, the receiverwon't connect. Atanytime you can reprogram the receiver to operatewith any other model memory by rebinding with the transmitter programmed to the desired model.

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# MODEL TYPE**~~** Model Type programs the selected model memoryto function in Helicopteror Airplane programming. You should program Model Type firstwhen setting up a new model. Note: You can assign each model memory its own model type. To Access the Model Type Function Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, release the roller. The DX8 is now in System Setup Mode. 

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Rotatethe rollerto highlight Model Type then press to access the function. Thefollowing screen appears: 

### Model Type LIST



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Rotatethe roller to highlightthe desired model type (Helicopter orAirplane) then press the roller to select.



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### Airplane Helicopter The following screen appears. Rotate the rollerto highlightYES then press the roller to acceptthe model type. Selecting NO will return you to the previous screen.



### Confirm Model Type SA[

# ~ DATA WILL BE RESET 

### NO YES Note: When you change model types (Heli to Aero orAero to Heli) all current programming in the selected model memorywill reset to the factory default settings. All previous settings will be lost.

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# MODEL NAME**~~** The Model Name function allows you to name amodel using up to 10 characters. This makes identifying and selecting models much easier. Naming amodel is normally done during initial setup. You can modify orchange names at anytime without affecting other programming. Typical model names include Vibe 50 3D, Extra300, Blade 400, Sport40 #1, etc. Note that upper case, lower case, numbers and symbols are available. To Access the Model Name Function Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, release the roller. The DXB is now in System Setup Mode. 

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Rotate the rollerto highlight Model Name then press to access the function. The following screen appears: 

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Rotate the rollerto highlight the desired characterthen press to accept. Repeat the process until complete. The name will display on the main screen. Pressing Clearwill erase the current character. 

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# WING TYPE I P •
Use theWing Type function to program thewing and tail mixto match your airplane. Eightwing types (Normal, elevon, dual aileron, 1aileron and 1flap, flaperon, 1aileron and 2flaps, 2ailerons and 1flap, 2ailerons and 2flaps) and five tail types (normal, V-Tail, dual elevator, dual rudder, dual rudder/elevator) are available. You must selectthe correctwing and tail typeto match your airplane before doing any otherwing ortail related programming (e.g., Flaps, Travel Adjust, Sub-Trim, etc.). To Access the Wing Type Function Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, release the roller. The DXB is now in System Setup Mode. 

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SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL Rotate the rollerto highlightWingTypethen press to access thefunction. The following screen appears: 

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Rotatethe roller to highlightTail then press. Rotatethe roller to access the desired tail type. Press the roller to select. 

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The Switch Selectfunction allows the switches, knob and right and lefttrimmers to be assigned to the gear, Aux1, Aux2 orAux3 channels or inhibit. To Program the Switch Select Functions Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on thetransmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, release the roller. The DXB is now in System Setup Mode. 

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Rotate the rollerto highlight the desired switch, knob ortrimmerthen press the rollerto access. 

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Geat·:Gear Aux2:Aux2 LTrim:Inh R Trim:Inh Knob:Aux3 Rotate the roller to select the desired channel orfunction you wish the switch, knob ortrimmerto operate. Press the roller to accept. Note thatthe channel or function can only be assigned once. Repeatto select all desired switch positions. 

# SWASH TYPE

Use the Swash Type screen to program the swashplate mixto match your helicopterswashplate type. Six swashplate types are available: Normal, 3-servo 120 CCPM, 3-servo 140 CCPM, 3-servo 90 CCPM, 3-servo 135 CCPM, and 2-servo 180 CCPM. Select the correct swashplate type to match the specific helicopter before doing any other cyclic programming e.g., Pitch Curve, Travel Adjust, Sub-Trim, etc.). If in doubt consultyour helicopter's manual for correct swashplate mixing. 

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### To Access the Swash Type Function Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, release the roller. The DXB is now in System Setup Mode. 

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Rotate the rollerto highlight Swash Type then press the rollerto access the function. The following screen appears:



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### NORMAL Highlightthe currentswashplate type then rotate the rollerto select the desired swashplate mix. When the desired Swashplate mix is displayed press the roller to select. In Systems Settings highlight User Name then press the rollerto select that function. Selectthe desired mode then press to accept. 

# SWITCH SELECT

The Switch Select function allows the switches, left knob and right and left trimmers to be assigned to functions, channel or inhibit. In helicopter mode the following options are available:

Trainer button

Inhibit Gear Aux 2, Aux 3 Gyro, Mix,Hold, Governor and Flight mode switches Switch

Inhibit Gear Aux 2channel Aux 3channel Right knob

Gear Aux 2channel Aux 3channel Throttle Pitch Right and left trimmers Can be assigned to one ofthe following:

Inhibit Hover Pitch Hoverthrottle Gyro trim Governortrim Gear Channel Aux 2channel Aux 3channel To Program the Switch Select Functions Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, release the roller. The DXB is now in System Setup Mode. 

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### Rotate the rollerto highlightthe desired switch, knob ortrimmerthen press. 

### Sw Select 1.!:!§.!. 

### Trainer: Inh Mix: Inh F Mode: Inh Hold: Inh

Gyro:lpe£r 

# l Gov: Aux2 L Trim: n R Trim: Inh Knob: Aux3 Selectthe channel orfunction you wish to assign. See chart for options. Press the rollerto accept. Notethat achannel orfunction can only be assigned once. Repeatto selectall desired switch positions. 

# F-MODE SETUP**~** The F-Mode setup screen is used to assign the switches thatwill be used for Flight Mode and Hold. Flight Mode setup is defaulted to Flight Mode -flight mode switch and Hold-Inhibited. You can assign the flight mode and hold functions to any of 9switches including: Inhibit, Aileron D/R, Elevator D/R, Rudder D/R, Gyro switch, Flight Mode Switch, Hold and the Governorswitch. To Access the F-Mode Setup Function Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, release the roller. The DXB is now in System Setup Mode. 

### System Setup 

### Swash**T~Jp,;.** 

### Switch Select

-Mod.;. Setu Trim Setup
Rotatethe rollerto highlight F-Mode Setup then press. The following screen appears: 

### F Mode Setup 

### Flight Mode: F Mode Hold: Hold

Highlightthe Flight mode or Hold function then pressto access thatfunction. Rotatethe rollerto select the desired switch. 

### F Mode Setup 

### Flight t1od.;.: F Mode Hold:lHold LIST



# TRIMSTEP**~~** The Trim Step function allows servo movement adjustment per click oftrim. For example you usuallywant alarge trim step (8 to 1 0) foranew model. Each click oftrim will have alarge amount oftrim travel so you can quicklyadjust an out-oftrim model in flight. Lateryou can use afinertrim step (1-5) to adjust for precise flight. The Trim Step function allows the trims to be common or independent in each active flight mode. Many helicopter pilots use independenttrims because they are automatically activewhen aflight mode is activated. Important: The trim step function has no effect on the overall trim travel, onlythe total number of clicks available. Ifyou selecta0value in trim step, the trim is turned off.
SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUALTo Access the Trim Step Function Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, release the roller. The DXB is now in System Setup Mode. 

### System Setup 

### Wing Type Switch Select

rim Setu MAl

Rotate the roller to highlightTrim Setup then press to access the function. The following screen appears: 

### Trim Setup 

### Thr: 6 L Trim: 6

Ail: 

### 6 RTrim: 

### 6 Ele: 

### 6 Rud: 

### 6 Trim Type: Common Highlightthe desired Trimvaluethen press the rollerto access. Rotate the rollerto change to the desired trim value. Press to accept. Repeat to adjust all trim steps. To Access the Common or Flight Mode Trims 

### Trim Step l!:J§I 

### Thr: 6 LTrim: 6

Ail: 6 R Trimc:§) Ele: 6 Rud: 6 Tt"im Type: Common Rotate the rollerto highlightTrim Type and press to access. Select F-Mode (each flight mode has its own trims) or Common (trim are always common regardless of flight mode). 

### Trim Step 

### Thr: 6 LTrim:

Ail: 6 RTrim: Ele: 6 Rud: ,.::6:....__..., Tt-im Type: !Common I LIST 

### 6 6

Common Trim- When common trim is selected, trim values are common in all flight modes. F-Mode Trim- When F-Mode is selected, each flight mode including hold has its own trims that are automatically active when that flight mode is selected. 

# MODEL RESET**~~** Model Reset is typically used to clearthe programming for amodel you will no longer be flying. Model Reset resets the programming for the selected model to factory defaults. No other model memories will be affected. When amodel's memory is reset all programming for that model is permanently deleted and cannot be recovered. To Access the Model Reset Function Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, release the roller. The DX8 is now in System Setup Mode. 

### System Setup

SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL Rotatethe rollerto highlight Model Resetthen press to access thefunction. The following screen appears: 

### Confirm Reset EAt 

### Model-1 Mdi01-Heli 

### DATA WILL BE RESET

CANCEL IRESETI Verify thatthe model displayed on this screen is the model you wish to reset. If notthen see page 14 Model Selectto accessthe desired model. Rotatethe roller to highlight Reset and then press to access the Confirm Reset screen. 

### Confirm Reset E:At

# ~ DATA WILL BE RESET NO YES HighlightYES Ifyou're sure you wantto resetthis model to factory default settings, press the roller. The screen will return to the main screen. 

# MODEL COPY**~-~** The Model Copyfunction copiesthe currently selected model's programming of another model memory. Thirty model memories are available. Some ofthe more common uses ofthe Model Copy function include: • Moving the order of models around in model memory so they can be organized

by category, type, etc. Note: You will need to re-bind alter moving models. • Experimenting with the programming loran aircraftwhile preserving acopy

of the original setup. Note: IIyou want to use the model copy function to try two slightly different setups with the same model you will need to rebind the receiver each time you switch between model memories. • Copying the programming for an existing model overto anew model that

is similar. Many pilots lind this to be agood way to provide more accurate baseline programming lorthe new model. For exampleVibe 50w/120CCPM mixing, gyro and governor programming provides agood base programming lorany other nitro powered 120CCPM mixing helicopter. An Extra 300with dual aileron and elevator servos that is properly programmed with dual flap and dual elevator mixing in Wing Type provides good foundational programming foranotheraerobatic airplane with the same basic control system. Important: The model memoryyou are copying to will be over-written bythe copied programming, permanently deleting any programming that may already exist. To Access the Model Copy Function Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, releasethe roller. The DXB is now in System Setup Mode. 

### System Setup 

### Trim Setup Model Reset

odel Co Warnings
Rotate the roller to highlight Model Copy then press. The following screen appears: 

### Model Copy**~1odel-1** 

### Mdi01-Heli 

### To Model-2 Mdi02-Ac:ro 

### ICANCELI COPY



## ,, IIVerifythatthe current model displayed on this screen is the model you wish to copy. If not then see page 14 Model Select to access the desired model. Rotate the roller to selectthe model memory (1

- 30) that the model will be copied to. Selectan unused model memoryto copyto. When the desired model memory is displayed, press the rollerto access the Confirm Copy screen. 

### Confirm Copy BAC 

### From 1 Mdi01-Heli 

### To 2 Mdi02-Acro 

### DATA WILL BE**OVER~JRITTEN** 

### CANCEL 

# I COPY 

# I

Ifyou wantto Copy this model to the selected model memory, press the roller to copy. The screen returns to the main screen when the copy is complete. The original model memoryyou just copied will still be selected.

## WARNINGS~~ The Warnings function programs an alarm to sound ifspecific switches or stick positions are in an unsale position when the transmitter is first turned on. In helicopter model type defaultwarnings includeThrottle, Stunt 1, Stunt2and Hold. In airplane model type these warnings include Throttle Low, Flaps, Gear, Flight Mode 1and Flight Mode 2.1fyou turn the transmitter on and any of these switches orthe throttle is notat the low position, the alarmwill sound; the screen will displaythe warning and no transmission will occur until the stick orswitch is in the correct position. 

### To Access the Warnings Screen Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, release the roller. The DXB is now in System Setup Mode. 

### System Setup

Rotate the rollerto highlightWarning then press. The following screen appears: 

### Warnings 

### Throttle: Over 1 

### 0 ::-:: Stunt 1: Act Stunt 2: Act Hold: Act Al.:.rm: Tone/Vibe Highlightthe desired warning (Throttle, Stunt 1, Stunt 2or Hold orThrottle, Flaps, Gear, Flight Mode 1and Flight Mode 2forairplane model) then press the rollerto select. Now rotate the rollerto inhibit oractivate the selected warning. To verify thewarning is functioning turn the transmitter off, move the selected switch orthrottle in the offending position then turn thetransmitter on. The alarm will sound; the screen will display the specific warning and no modulation will occur. 

### Warnings I.!:!§I 

### Throttle: Over**~**



### Stunt 1: Act Stunt 2: Act Hold: Act Al.:.rm: Tone/Vibe

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# TELEMETRY**~~** Spektrum's TM1000 telemetry module is compatible with all Spektrum and JR receivers that have aData (Flight Log) port including: 

### Spektrum •AR7000 •AR7600 •ARBOOO •AR12000 •AR7100R JR •R921 •R922 •AR9000 •AR9200 •AR9300 •AR7100 •AR9100

•R1221 •R1222



### Installing the TM1

### DOD Mountthe TM1000 module near the receiver in aposition thatallows the 3-inch data lead to extend from the receiver's Data port to the Data porton the telemetry module. You can use servo tape to secure theTM1000 module orwrap it in loam with the receiver. Plug the Data lead into the TM1000 port marked DATA and plug the other end ofthe lead into the receiver's DATA port. 

### NOTICE: Route and secure the antenna awayfrom any metallic or conductive materials to give the best range. Atthis point the internal telemetry including the flight log data and the receiver packvoltage is fullyfunctional. Before continuing, bind the system tothetransmitter and confirm the telemetry system is functioning. 

### To Bind the Telemetry Module and Receiver

1. Press and hold the bind button on the side ofthe TM1000 telemetry module. 2. While depressing the bind button, powerthe receiver. The main receiver,

all attached remote receivers and the TM1000 telemetry module will blink indicating the system is in bind mode. 3. With the stickand switches in the desired failsafe positions (normally low

throttle and neutral sticks), putthe transmitter into bind mode. 

### BIND Model 13: Mdi13-Acro Binding

4. The main screen displays the receivertype. Afterseveral seconds, the

system connects and reverts to the main screen. 

### BIND l1a.l 

### Model 13: Mdi13-Acro Binding 

### 2048/11m:s:

SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL5. From the main screen rotate the roller to access the telemetry screen and verifythe flight log dataand receivervoltage displays. 

### ll.IJJJ 

### Volts: RPM: Temp: 

### Telemetry 

# 15. 3v 

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Temperature, Voltage and Optional RPM Sensors The TM1000 includes atemperature and external voltage sensors. Optional RPM sensors are availablefor Gas/Glow and electric brushless models to monitor RPM. Temperature Sensor To monitorthe temperature of most any component, secure the sensor on the object. 

### It must come into contactwith the surface to getan accurate temperature reading. You can loop thetemperature sensoraround the engine's cylinder head to assist in tuning an engine. To monitor batterytemperature, you can wrap the sensor around the battery. The mounting position ofthe sensor, especially on gas or glow engines, will result in differenttemperature readings. So it's importantto experimentwith different positions.

Installation Insertthe temperature sensor connector into the port labeled TEMPNOLT. The temperature sensor is now active and the actual temperature displays on screen. 

### Telemetry '.}olts: 

# 0. 1 v RPM: Temp: External Voltage External voltage telemetry is commonly used to monitorflight packvoltage or you can monitor ignition batteries on gas engine equipped aircraft. You can set warnings to prevent over-discharging batteries. Installation Plug the connector ofthe voltage sensor into the TEMPNOLT port in the Telemetry module. Attach the opposite ends ofthevoltage sensor (stripped wires) to the voltage source you wish to monitor. Note the polarity (Red=+ positive/Black=- Negative). Typically, you can solder the wires to the battery connector. Atthis pointthe External voltage displays on the telemetry screen. Note: A Y-harness is provided ifyou want to use temperature and voltage sensors simultaneously.

SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL RPM (optional sensor sold separately) Two RPM sensors are available: SPMA9569 for nitro and gas engines, SPMA9558 for brushless electric motors.

Engine RPM Sensor 

# Mftll

The optional engine RPM sensor mounts insidethe backplate of aircraft engines. The sensor picks up the crankpin as the engine rotates giving accurate RPM. Additionally, you can use this sensoras an RPM pickup on any rotating gear/ collar or shaftthat has asteel setscrew or other magnetic metal by locating the sensorwithin 5mm ofthe rotating steel object.

Note: On some engines you may need to space the sensorfurtheraway from the backplate. The sensor picks up the crankpin only; on some engines ifthe sensor is too close, itwill not distinguish the crankpin from the crank weight.

Installation Install the backplate sensor in the backplate. Install the connector into the RPM port in the TM1000. Testing Turn thetransmitterand receiver on and scroll to the RPM telemetry screen. Rotate the engine rapidlyand the RPM should register on the screen. The RED LED on the TM1000 indicates the sensor is picking up properly. You may need to adjustthe sensor's position to optimize the pickup. Move the sensor closer orfartheraway until you have areliable RPM pickup.

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### Electric RPM Sensor The optional electric RPM sensor is designed to be used with any brushless motor. The sensor has two leads to attach to anytwo ofthethree motorwires. This is typically done by soldering.



### Installation To install the electric RPM sensor using servo tape, attach the sensor in aconvenient place thatallows the leads to reach the motorwires and the TM1000 telemetry unit. Solderthe two sensorwires to anytwo motor leads. Plugthe sensor lead intothe RPM port on the TM1000 telemetry module. 

### Testing Turn the transmitterand receiver on and scroll to the RPM telemetry screen. Run the motorand the RPM should register on the screen. The RED LED on the TM1000 indicates the sensor is picking up properly.


### NOTICE: It is necessaryto program amatching pole count in the telemetry RPM screen to have accurate reading on screen. The motor's pole count is normally in the motor manufacturer's instructions or on the manufacturer's website. 

# FRAME RATE**~~** The Frame Rate function allows the selection of 11ms or22ms frame rate. When a11msframe rate receiver is used, the transmitter defaults to 11ms frame rate. This fast frame rate is not compatable with some types of analog servos and the Frame Rate screen allows the selection ofa22ms frame rate when ahigh frame rate receiver is being used with analog servos. 

### To access the Frame rate Function Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the the transmitter. When system setup appears on screen relese the roller. The DXS is now in System Setup mode. Rotate the rollerto highlight Frame Rate then press. The following screen appears: 

### Frame Rate 

### lh!:!...!. 

### 122 msl

Rotate the rollerto highlightthe frame rate then press. Now rotate the roller to select 11ms or22 ms frame rate.



### 20 Frame Rate 

### 11 ms 

### When 11ms is 

## selected,

digital servos must 

## be used. 

# TRAINER**~,......~** The DXS features aprogrammable trainer function with three trainer modes. The transmitterassigns the trainerfunction tothe trainer button. Thefunction activates when the switch is depressed and one ofthe threetrainer modes is selected. The

. three trainer Modes include:



### Inhibit

In Inhibityou can usethe transmitter as aslave only. However, the slave transmitter must have the same programming as the master (e.g., servo reversing, travel adjust, sub-trim, trims). 

### Programmable Master

With Programmable Masteryou can program the transmitterto transfer any or all channels when you activate the trainer switch. This is ideal tor beginners so the student learns control of individual channels (aileron only forexample) while the trainer maintains control ofall other channels.



### Note: When Programmable Master is selected for the mastertransmitter, all settings for the slave transmitter (i.e. Servo reversing, wing type, Sub trim. Travel Adjust. Mixing, etc.) must match the master's transmitter programming. Iftwo DXS's are being used simply copy and transferthe model memory using the SO card from the master's model to the slave. The slave transmitter is then programmed to inhibit in the trainer screen. 

### Pilot Link Master

When Pilot Link Master is selected the slave transmitter has control ofthe stickfunction only (aileron, elevator rudderand throttle) while the master maintains control ofall otherchannels and functions including D/R and switch positions. This is ideal for complex models as the master maintains control of all secondary functions and controls all other channels. 

### Slave

Use Slave modewhen flying with the DXB as aslave when the master radio has activated its Pilot Link. In this case, there is no need to match programming between the slave and mastertransmitter. 

# SYSTEM SETTINGS**~~** Usethe System Setting screen to establish the overall transmittersetting thatwill applyto ALL model memories. These settings include: User Name. Contrast. Mode, Region and Language. Ifyou select Mode One, then Mode One will be selected forall30 model memories. 

### Note: Even when models are imported from an SD card the system settings in the transmitterwill remain. 

### To Access the System Settings Function Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter.When System Setup appears on the screen. release the roller. The DXS is now in System Setup Mode. Highlight System Settings then press. Thefollowing screen appears: 

### System Setup 

### Frame Rate Trainer

ystem Settin 

## s Transfer SO Card Highlightthefunction you wish to change then press the roller to select. 

### User Name User Name allows the identification of the ownerto be programmed into the transmitter. The user name appears during the startup process at the lower left cornerofthe startup screen.



### SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL

# l· I 

# IIIII SPEkTRUm John Adam::: US-24?
To Program aUser Name In the Systems Settings screen rotate the roller to highlight User Name then press. 

### UseF Name 

### Namo0-:



# ...

Highlightthe desired character position then press the rollerto access that position. Rotate the rollerto change to the desired character. Press to accept. Repeat the process until the name is complete. Note that the User Name displays on the lower left ofthe startup screen. 

### UseF Name 

### Namo0-:John Ad am



# ...

To Adjust Contrast In the Systems Settings screen rotate the rollerto highlight UserContrastthen press. 

### System Settings LIST 

### U:::o0-r Namo0-: John Adam:::

Contrast 

## liZ] Mode: 2 Region: US-24? Lan ua e: 

### En li:::h Rotate the rollerto adjust the contrast (from 1to 20) noting it on screen. Press to accept. To Select aMode For Mode Conversion, please see page 39-40. To Select aRegion-EU Version Only In the Systems Settings screen rotatethe roller to highlight Region then press the roller to selectthe Region function. Note thattwo regions are available for EU radios only. EU328 (compliantfor European countries) and FR328 compliantfor France. US radios are fixed to US-247 USA compliant. 

### System Settings LiST 

### U:::o0-r Name: John Adam:::

Contrast 1? t·1ode: 2 Region: ..:IE"""u,.....--=-3-=-28':"11 Lan ua e: Enqli:::h Rotate the rollerto select the desired Region based on where the radio will be used. With Region selected, press the rollerto acceptthat region. To Select aLanguage In the Systems Settings screen rotate the roller to highlight Language then press the roller to select the Language function. Note thatfive Languages are available, English, German, Spanish. French, and Italian.

SPEKTRUM OX8 o RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL Rotate the rollerto selectthe desired Language. When the desired Language is selected, press the rollerto acceptthat Language. 

# TRANSFER SO CARD**~~** The SD Card allows the following:

o Importing (copying) asingle model from one DXB to another

o Importing (copying) all models from one DXB to another.

o Exporting (transferring) asingle model to another DXB

o Exporting (transferring) all the stored models to another DXB.

o Updating firmware To Access the Transfer SO card Function Press and hold the rollerwhile turning on the transmitter. When System Setup appears on the screen, releasethe roller. The DXB is now in System Setup Mode. 

### System Setup MAl

Rotate the rollerto highlightTransfer SD Card then press. The following screen appears: 

### SD CaFd Menu 

### Option:::: So0-lect Option Statu:::: Reado..J Foldo0-r: 

### I '

If notalready done, insert an SD card in the SD card slot on the left side ofthe transmitterwith the label facing forward. The screen should now read Status Ready. To importamodel or all models on the SD card, select Import Model or Import All Models then press the roller. Now selectthe specific model and press the roller or press Importto importall model memories. Use the same procedureto export amodel orto export all models by selecting these other options. 

### ExpoFt to SD BAC 

### Namo0-: Mdi01-Heli Save To: 01 MDL01-. SPM

CANCEL

21To Select Switch Rotate the rollerto highlight Sw (switch) then press to access the switch options. Selectthe desired switch to change the dual rate forthat channel or inhibitthen press the rollerto make it active. Note: You can assign multiple channels to asingle switch to affect the dual and exponential rates of all. 

### DIR-Expol!::.!§.I 

# I/Chan: Elev.:ttor Pos: Pos 

### 0 

# / D/R: 

### 100 100 Expo: 

### 0 0 

# ·- Sw:[F Mode To Select Switch Position to Adjust Note Pas: Pas 0in the center ofthe screen. Movethe switch displayed atthe bottom ofthe screen to one ofthree positionsfrom 0,1,2. When you make D/R or Expo adjustments, values are assigned and automatically activewhen the switch is in that position (Pas 0, 1 or 2). 

### DIR-Expol!::.!§.I 

# _.../ Chan: Elevator Pos: Pos 1 

# / D/R:I 851 

### 90 Expo: 25 25
-99- -:9:'> 

### Sw: F t1ode To Select D/R and Expo Values Confirm that the desired channel and switch position are selected. Rotate the rollerto highlightthe D/R or Expo valuethen press to access. When the corresponding channel's control stick is centered both values are highlighted. If you move the control stickto its endpoint. only one valuewill be highlighted. This allows the D/R or Expo value in that direction onlyto change. With the desired value selected, rotate the roller to select. 

### DIR-Expoth§I 

# / Chan: Elevator Pos: Pos 

### 1 

# / D/R: 

### 75 75 Expo:l 

### 20 20 

# ·- Sw: 

### F Mode


# DIFFERENTIAL 1-:p •
The Differential function provides precise adjustments of up/down aileron travel of each aileron (or elevon if Deltawing is activated). Typically, you can use Aileron differential to reduce unwanted yawcharacteristics. In aerobatic airplanes adjusting differential provides an axial roll (minimum displacement ofyaw during aroll). You can program up to three Differential values and assign them to aswitch. Note that positive+ and negative- differential is available; however, normally more up aileron travel is required than down aileron.



### 2'-1 Note: The Differential function is only available if Dual Aileron, Flaperon.

2ailerons 1flap, 2ailerons 2flaps or Elevon is selected in Wing Type (see page 13) and each aileron servo is controlled by its own channel. To Access the Differential Screen With the transmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed. press the roller. The Function list displays.

Rotate the rollerto highlight Differential then press.**~HR** I p I I

### Differential AIL I 

### 0 ELE I 0 1 

### Inhibit RUD I 

### 0 

### GER I AXI I 0 0 AX2 I 

### 0 AX::O I o Differential defaults to Inhibit. Press the rollerto highlight Inhibitthen select one of the following switch positions: Inhibit- Off 

### D



### n-Always on Gear- Gear Switch Flap

- Flap switch Ail 0/R

-Aileron Dual rate switch Ele 0/R

- Elevator Dual rate switch Rud 0/R- Rudder dual rate switch FMode

- Flight Mode switch AUX 2

- Aux 2switch Mix- Mix switch Press the rollerto accept the desired switch. The differential adjustment screen displays.
J!H R I p 

### RAL I 0 

### ELE I 

### 0 

### RUD I 0 l!::.!§.I I

### Differential :Pos 0: 0::.:: GER I 

### LAL I AX21 AX::OI 

## o 1 

### Pos 

## 1: 0::.:: 0 

# ° : Pos 

### 2: 0::.:: 1**Sw~F** 

### Mode 0 Highlightthe desired differential position/Value and press the rollerto access.

HR I 

### P l!::.!§.I 

### RAL I 0 I

### Differential ELE I 

### 0 I 

### RUD I 

### 0 

### j

### Pos 

### 0: 1 2 ::0:: 

### GER I 0 I 

### Pos 

## 1:1 7::.::1 LAL I 0 I AX<: 1 

## o IPos 

### 2: 0::.:: Ax::: 1 o 1 

### Sw: F Mode Rotate the roller to change the value then press the roller. Repeat for all switch positions desired. Positive differential values provide more up than down aileron travel. Negative differential values provide more down than up travel. The differential values screen also allows you to selecVchange switch positions. Use the rollerto highlight SWthen rotate to change to the desired switch position or inhibitthe function.

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# THROTTLE CUT**~~** The Throttle Cut function allows you to shut off an engine with the Trainer switch, Gearswitch orthe Right or Left trimmer. When you activate the programmed switch, the throttle channel is driven to it's preprogrammed value normally off. This effectively kills the engine. Release the programmed throttle cut switch/ trimmer, and normal throttle operation resumes. To Activate Throttle Cut and Assign ilto aSwitch or Trimmer With the transmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function list displays. 

### Function list D/R and Expo Differential

hrottle Cut Throttle Curve
Rotate the rollerto highlightThrottle Cut then press to access the Throttle Cut screen. 

### Throttle Cut LIST



### Inhibit

Highlight Inhibit then press the roller to access the switch options. Rotate the rollerto the desired switch to cutthe throttle (Trainer, Gear, Mix, Ltrim orR trim) then press the roller to program that switch. 

### Throttle Cut LIST 

# ITrainer 

# I

Program aThrottle Cut position. Note that 0%= lowthrottle, mid trim and negative values are available. To test the Throttle Cutfunction, activate the programmed switch. Notethe throttle servo position orthe position ofthe throttle channel in the servo monitor. The system should drivethe servo position to the lowthrottle position when you activate Throttle Cut. 

### Throttle Cut LIST HR I 

### 0 I RftL I 0 I ELE I 0 ,' 

### Posj 

### -1**0~1** RUD I 0

. · · GER 1 

## o 1 

### Sw: L Trim LftL I 0 I AX<: I 0 I ftX3 

# THROTTLE CURVE f..za ,.. The Throttle Curve function allows throttle outputvs. input positions to be adjusted. This is typically used to alterthe throttle response to give alinear rate orto adjust the throttle response sensitivitywhen hovering ortorque rolling. You can program asingle curve (switch to On) or up to three curves and select them via aprogrammed switch. The screen displays agraphic 5-point throttle curve on its left side to aid in selecting throttle curve values. An Expo function is available that smoothes outthe Throttle curve.

SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL To Program the Throttle Curve Function With thetransmitter on and the main ortelemetryscreen displayed, press the roller. The Function list displays. 

### Function list Differential Throttle Cut

hrottle Cunle Flap System
Rotate the roller to highlightThrottle Curve then press the roller to access the Throttle Curve screen.**~0** LIST 

### Thro Curve
Inhibit

Adjusting the Curve With the switch listed atthe bottom of the screen in the position desired forthis curve, rotate the rollerto highlight one ofthe five available throttle curve values (Low, 25%, 50%,75, High). Press the rollerto access. 

### li-"":;,__---gThr Curve LIST Low: 0::0: <:s:::O:: :::s:::.::**s:o::O:=~ ?S:::O::~**  Hi:9h: I 00::0: E :-: po: Inh 3 Swi-tch: ft il D/R Rotate the roller to adjust the selected point to desired output. Note the position on the graph at the left ofthe screen.

Repeatthis forall desired points. Note: ifyou select aswitch position in Throttle Curve, move the switch to the remaining position(s) and adjust the throttle curve values for those switch positions.



### 25

# -

To Activate the Expo Function Rotate the rollerto highlight EXPO then press the roller to access the Throttle Curve Expo function. Select lnh orAct to inhibit or activate the Expo function then press to accept.



# THROTTlE CURVE

The DXS features a5-point throttle curve. You can assign up to fourseparate throttle curves. Agraph displays atthe leftside of the screen to aid in adjusting throttle curves. An Expo function is also available thatsmoothes outthe curve. 

### To Program Throttle Curves With the transmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function listdisplays. 

### Function list 

### 0/R and Expo Throttle- Cut

hrottiJ? CurvE'SwashplateRotate the rollerto highlightThrottle Curve then press to access that screen. 

### Throttle

## ~ Low: O:l>: <:s:l>:= <:s:l>: so:l>:= so:l>: ?S:l>:: ?S:l>: Hi;:.h: I OO:l>: 3 Expo: Inh 

### Selecting aFlight Mode Highlightthe desired flight mode at the top ofthe screen then press the rollerto select. The selected flight mode will darken confirming your selection.

2Ei N= Normal 1=Stunt 1 2= Stunt2 H= hold 

### Throttle LIST

## ~ Low: O:l>: <:S;l>:: <:S:l>: so:l>:= so:l>: ?S:lo:: ?S:l>: Hi;:.h: 1oo:l>: Expo: Inh 

### Adjusting the Curve Move the flight mode switch in the position you wish to adjust. Rotate the roller to highlight one ofthe five available throttle curvevalues (Low, 25%, 50%, 75%, High). Press the rollerto access thatvalue. 

### Throttle LIST

## ~ Low: o:lo: <:s:l>::

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so:l>:: so ?S::l>:: High: I OO:l>: 3 Expo: Inh Rotatethe roller to adjust the selected pointto the desired output position. Note the position on the graph atthe left ofthe screen. 

### Throttle LIST

## ~ Low: O:l>:

### <:s:l>::~ so:l>:= 74 ?S::l>:: High: I OO:l>: s Expo: Inh 0 Repeatthis for all desired points. 

### To Activate the Expo Function Rotate the rollerto highlight EXPO then press to access the Throttle Curve Expo function. Select lnh orActto inhibit or activate the Expo function. Press the roller to accept.



# FlAP SYSTEM h@II 

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The DXS flap system offers up to three programmableflap and elevator positions (normal, mid and land). You can assign them to avariety ofswitches. You can program aSpeed function to slowflap and elevator compensation travel fora scale effect. Agraphic display on the leftside ofthe Flap System screen provides avisual display ofservo position aiding in setting up and adjusting the flaps. 

### Note: The Flap function is only available on wing types with flaps. (see Wing Type page 15) 

### To Activate the Flap Function With the transmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function Jist displays. 

### Function list 

### ThrottlE' Cut Throttle Curve

Ia S stem Mixing

SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUALRotate the rollerto highlight Flap System then press. I!H R ' o 

### Flap lb!§I RI'IL I 0 ELE ' 

### 0 

# 'I Inhibit RUD I 

### 0 I. GER I 

### 0 LI'IL I 

### 0 !'IX<: I 0 fiX!! I a To Select aSwitch The Flap System defaults to Inhibit. To activate the Flap System, rotate the roller to highlight Inhibitthen press to access the switch function. Rotate the rollerto the desired Flaps control switch. Press to access that screen. 

### Flap System lh!§I 

### Flap Elev Norm: 0::( 

## ox+-

Mid: 0::( 0::( 0::( 

## ox Norm S w:r.:IF:;-Ia-io--1 Land: Speed: Selling Flap and Elevator Positions Rotate the rollerto select desired Flap positions value then press the rollerto access thatvalue. Now rotate to adjust the flap position value. Note: it is recommended thatthe flap switch position match the flap adjustmentthat is being adjusted. This will allowyou to observe the effects ofthe flap adjustment. 

### Fl.ap System LIST 

### Flap Elev Norm: 0::( OX 

### +-

Mid: 28X 12X 

### Landj 85xl 16x Speed: Norm Sw: Flap Repeat this for all desired Flap and elevator positions (Normal, mid and land). Adjusting the Flap Speed Rotate the rollerto select Speed then press. Now rotate the rollerto adjust the flap speed. Press the rollerto accept. The flap speed affectsthe flap and elevator compensation. The flap and elevatorwill reach theirflap positions at the same time. 

### Flap System !.!:..§.I 

### Flap Elev Norm: 0::( OX 

### +-

Mid: 28X 12X 

### Land: 85::( 16X Speedl Norml Sw: Flap 

# SWASHPLATE

The Swashplate screen adjusts the amountand direction oftravel forthe aileron, elevatorand pitch functions when you activate CCPM mixing in Swash Type (see pages 15-16). This screen also allows an Expo function thatcompensates forthe effect of the servo's rotation at extremes oftravel. An E-ring function also prevents servo over-travel when simultaneous extreme aileron and elevator inputs are given. Unless using alinearservo oratype of linkage thateliminates this effect, you should turn on the Expo function when any CCPM mix is enabled. Swashplate values increase or decrease the overall control travel ofthe selected channel. For example ifyou increase Pitch value, the travel ofall three servos that control pitch will increase./!you increase aileron, the aileron and pitch servos will increase. Increasing ordecreasing this value affects the travel ofthatfunction and notthe individual servo. Note: Negative and positive swashp/ate values areavailable. To achieve the correcttravel direction forAileron, Elevatorand Pitch, first use the reversing function to set the servo direction on the aileron, elevatorand pitch

SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 

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channels. Dothis so thatwhen an aileron input on the transmitter's sticktiltsthe swashp/ate rightand left, an elevator inputtiltsthe swashplatefore and aft, and a pitch input raises and lowersthe swashplate. You synchronize the outputs with this function. Then you can adjustswashplatevalues positively or negativelyto achieve the overall correct travel direction foraileron, elevatorand pitch. To Access the Swashplate Function With the transmitteron and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function list displays. 

### Func:tion List 

### Throttle Cut Throttle Curve

wash late Gyro
Rotatethe roller to highlight Swashp/ate then press to access. [H R ' p 

### Swash 1!.a1 I'IIL I ELE I RUD I GER I PIT I !'IX<: I**!'IX~** I 0 0 

### Inhibit 0 0 p 0 0 To adjust aSwashplate Value Highlightthe desired function (Aileron, Elevatoror Pitch) then pressthe rollerto access. [H R ' p , 

### Swash I.!:.!§I. I'IIL I 0 I 

### Ail: 

### +70

## ~b~ 

# : 0 

### 0 : 

# I Ele:

# I 70 GER I 0 I 

### Pit 

### +60 PIT I 0 I 

### E I h !'IX<: , 

### 0 1 

### xpo: n**!'IX~** ' o • 

### E-Ring: Inh Rotate the rollerto change the Swashplate value, noting that positive and negative values are available. Press the rollerto accept. Repeatthe above process forall three cyclic inputs (aileron, elevatorand pitch).

HRI p I 

### Swash I!:!§.I I'IIL I 0 I 

### Ail: 

### +70 ELE I 0 I 

### Ele:L:ZQ] RUD I 0 I GER I 0 I 

### Pit 

### +60 PIT' 0 I 

### Expo: Inh !'IX<: I 0 

### :E**!'IX~'** 0 

### Ring: Inh
To Activate the Swashplate Expo Function Rotatethe rollerto highlight EXPO then press to access. Spress the rollerto toggle between ACTand INH.

HRI p I 

### Swash I!:.!§..I I'IIL I 0 I 

### Ail: 

### +70 ELE I 0 I 

### Ele: 

### 70 RUD I 0 I GER I 0 I 

### Pit 

### +60 PIT I 0 I 

### Expo:

# I Act

# I I'IX21 0 

# :E**!'IX~'** 0 

### Ring: Act



### 2l

### To Activate the Swashplate E-Ring Function Highlight E-ring then press the roller to access the Electronic Cyclic Ring function.
'!'HRI p I 

### Swash !.!:.!§I AIL I 0 I 

### Ail: +70 ELE I a I 

### Ele: 70 RUD I 

### 0 I GER I 

### 0 I 

### Pit +60 PIT I 0 

### ; Expo: Inh**AX~** I 

### 0 1 

### E Ring: IAc:tl AX3 I a 

# GOVERNOR

The Governorfunction adjusts engine rpm when using aGovernororthrottle limiter. You can program up to four governorvalues to be selected from avariety of switches including the flight mode switch. You can adjust Governorvalues in .5% increments to allow for precise rpm adjustments. Also, you can program the channel the governor controls. 

### Function List 

## l!:!!lli: Swashplate 

# [ %00AM Pitch Curve 

# lw To Activate the Governor Function With the transmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function list displays. Rotate the rollerto highlight Governorthen press to access that screen. 

### Governor LIST



### Inhibit

To Select aSwitch The Governorfunction defaults to Inhibit. To activate the Governorfunction, rotate the roller to highlight Inhibit; then, press to access the switch function. Select the desired switch to control the governorthen press the rollerto access the Governorscreen. 

### FM Governor LIST 

### Normal: Stunt 

## 1: Stunt 2j Hold: Ch: Aux2 0. 0::-:: f

### 80.0::0:: 86.0::0::1

0.0::0::

Sw: F Mode Assigning aChannel- (Output) In this screen you can assign the receiver channel the Governor is plugged into. The governorand the gyro must use two different channels. Ifthe gyro function uses achannel, it will not appear in the governor list. Rotate the rollerto highlight Ch: (channel) then press to access that function. Select the channel the governorwill be plugged into. NormallyAux 2is used. 

### FM Governor LIST 

### Normal: 0

.0 ::-:: 

## +- Stunt 1: 80

.0 ::-:: Stunt 2: 86

.0 ::-:: Hold: 0. 0::-:: Sw: F Mode
28 Adjusting the Governor Values Rotate the rollerto select the desired governorvalue. Pressto access. Rotate to adjustthevalue. 

### Note: the displayed value is the corrected governorvalue. 0% represents 1.500ms or offwith most governors. 

### FM Governor LIST 

### Normal: 0

.0 ::-:: 

## +- Stunt 

### 1: 80

.0 ::-:: Stunt 2: I 86

.0 ::-::I Hold: 0.0::-:: Ch: Aux2 Sw: F Mode Repeatthis forall desired governorvalues. 

# PITCH CURVE

The DX8 features a5-point Pitch curve. You can set up to four separate Pitch curves. Agraph displays atthe leftside ofthe screen to aid in adjusting pitch curves. An Expo function is available that smooths outthe curve. 

### To Program Pitch Curves With thetransmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function list displays. 

### Function List 

### Gyro Governor

itch Curve Tail Curve

Selecting aFlight Mode Highlightthe desired flight mode atthetop ofthe screen. Press the rollerto select. The selected flight mode will darken to confirm the selection. N=Normal 1= Stunt 1 2=Stunt 2 H= hold



### Adjusting the Curve 

### Pitch 

# QirnEI Low: 0:1!:**~5:1!:: ~5:1!:**  50:1!:: 50:1!: ?5:1!:: ?5:1!: Hi9h: I 00:1!: Expo: Inh

Move the flight mode switch in the position you wish to adjust. Rotatethe roller to highlight one ofthe five available pitch curve values (Low, 25%, 50%,75%, High). Press to access thatvalue.



### SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUALRotate the rollerto adjust the selected pointto the desired output position. Note the position on the graph at the left of the screen.

00 

### Pitch**~**

# ~/**~** Low: 1oo%**~S%:** ?4% SO%:

### ~ ?S%: ?4. Hi:9h: 0 3

... 9? E:-:p-o: Inh Repeat this tor all desired points. To Activate the Expo Function Highlight EXPO then press the rollerto access the Pitch Curve Expo function. Select lnh orAct to inhibitoractivate the Expo function. Press the rollerto accept. 

### Pitch lhi[f 

# ·v/**I~U2IHI** Low: I OO%**~s%:** ::>4% so%: e.o% ?S%: ?4%**Hi;:.h:~** (I 3

.. 9? E:-:p-o: AC'I: 

# MIXING¥ •
The DXS offers eight mixes in airplane model type. There is an Elevatorto Flap mix, Aileron to Rudder mix, and six user-programmable mixes that allowthe mixing ofany channel to any other channel. Programmable mixes include atrim offset function thatadjusts the mix crossover point and atrim include function that applies the master's trim to the slave channel. You can assign Mixes to the following switches orflight modes: Inhibit- Off On-Always on Gear- Gearswitch Ail -Aileron dual rate switch Ele

- Elevatordual rate switch Rud

- Rudder dual rate switch FM1

- Flight mode 1 FM2

- Flight mode 2 FM1 , 2

- Flight mode 1and 2 Mid- Flap switch mid position Land- Flap switch land position To Access the Mixing Functions With the transmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function list displays. 

### Function list 

## l.t::!mt ThroHIE- CurvE' & 

### Gi'ifmftvstE-m RangE" TE-st 

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Rotate the rollerto highlight Mixing then press. Note that the Elevatorto Flap mix appears on the screen ifthe appropriate wing type is selected.

SPEKTRUM 

### DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL 

# AILERON TO RUDDER MIX**~..** 

# •
Use Aileron to Rudder mixing to overcome adverseyawcharacteristics with certain types ofaircraftsuch as the J3 Cub and make coordinating turns easier. To access Aileron to Rudder Mix 

# +M+

Illyou accessed the flap option in wing type in the system setup mode, the elevatorto flap mixwill display. Rotate the rollerto highlight ELE >FLP then press. Now rotate the roller to selectAil> RUD and press. The aileron to rudder Mixscreen appears.
T"H R I 0 

### Mix 

### lQll RAL I 

### 0 

### I AIL> RUD ELE I 

### 0 I RUD I 

### 0 I 

### Right: 

## o:;.:: GER I 

### 0 I 

### LE-ft: 0:;.:: LAL I 

### 0 I AX21 

### 0 I 

### Sw: 

### Inh AX31 0 Assigning Aileron to Rudder Mixto aSwitch Rotatethe roller to highlight Sw: at the bottom ofthe screen. Pressthe rollerto access the switch select function then selectthe desired switch to turn on/offthe aileron to rudder mix. Ifyou select On, the mixwill always be on. rrH R I 0 1 

### Mix -IM§I RAL I 0 I 

### AIL > RUD ELE I 0 I RUD I 0 

### j 

### Right: 0 )::

## r~E

# : 0 

# °: Left: 

### 0 :;.::**AX~** 1 

## o 1 

### Sw:**~ear** fiX3 I b Adjusting Aileron to Rudder Mix Rates Rotate the rollerto highlightthe rate values then press. Notethat both rates are boxed. Moving the aileron stick right or left causes the right or leftvalue onlyto be highlighted so you can adjustthe values individually. Move the aileron stick in position to highlightthe desired rates then rotate the rollerto adjust the value. Note that positive+and negative- values reversethe direction ofthe mix. Press the rollerto acceptthe rate.
THRIO RAL I ELE I RUD I GER I LAL I AX2 I 0 AX31 

### Mix 

## 100 o AIL> RUD 0 I 

## o i Right: 1 3 :;.:: 0 

# ° 1 

### Left:

# I 1 3 :l>::l 

### Sw: 

### Gear 0 Verifythe aileron to rudder mix is working properly and in the correct direction by placing the active switch in the active position and moving the aileron stick noting the rudder position. IIthe rudder moves in the opposite direction than desired, the opposite value (positive vs. negative value) is needed. Note: the Elevatorto Flap mix operates in the same fashion as alieron to rudder mix. 

# PROGRAMMABLE MIXES

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## z~•• Programmable mixes allow any channel to be mixed to any other channel orto itself. Popular programmable mixes include rudder to steerable nose wheel, dual rudder mix, dual elevator mix, rudder to aileron and rudderto elevator mixfor knife edge correction.



### 29To Access Programmable Mixes (1 thru 6) With the Elevatorto Flap mix screen displayed, rotatethe roller to highlight Ele > Flp then press the roller. Now rotate the rollerto select programmable Mix, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6and press the roller. The Mixscreen appears.

I!:HRI 

### Mix 1 

### >

# It-1~ 0 I If'otH RftL I 

### 0 I 

### Rate: ox ELE I 

### 0 I 

### ox RUD I 

### 0 I GER I 

### 0 1

### Offset ox LftL I 

### 0 I 

### Trim: Inh fiX<: I 

### 0 I 

### Sw: Inh**fiX~** To Select Master and Slave Channels The Masterchannel is the controlling channel. The slave is the channel, the masterwill be mixed to. The slave channel will follow the masterchannels input based on the rate that is programmed. Rotate the rollerto highlightthe left INH then press the roller to access the master channel. Rotate the rollerto select the desired master channel. When selected, press the roller to acceptthat master channel.
[HRI p

## Mix~**-~** I If'otH 

### > ItiH ft IL I 

### 0 1 

### a e: Ox ELE I 

### 0 I 

### ox RUD I 

### 0 I GER I 

### 0 1

### Offset ox fiXI I I' I 

### Trim: Inh fiX<: I 

### 0 I ftX3: 

### Sw: Inh Rotate the rollerto highlightthe right INH then press the rollerto access the slave channel. Rotate the rollerto select the desired slave channel. When selected, press the rollerto acceptthat slave channel.
[HRI p

## Mix~**-~** I RUD 

### > ItiH ft IL I I' 1 

### a e: OX ELE 

### ox RUD I 

### 0 I GER I 

### 0 I

### Offset ox AXI I 

### 0 I 

### Trim: Inh AX<: I 

### 0 I 

### Sw: Inh**AX~** Assigning aProgrammable Mix to aSwitch Rotate the rollerto highlight Sw: atthe bottom of the screen. Press the rollerto access the switch selectfunction then select the desired switch to turn on/offthe aileron to rudder mix. ifyou select On, the mixwill always be on.

I!:HRI 

### Mix 1

### -~ p I RUD 

### >ELE AIL I I' I 

### Rate: ox ELE I 

### 0 I 

### ox RUD I 

### 0 I GER I 

### 0 1

### Offset ox AXI I 

### 0 I 

### Trim: Inh AX<: I 

### 0 I 

### Sw:IOn**AX~** Adjusting Programmable Mix Rates Rotate the rollerto highlightthe desired rate then press the roller to highlightthat rate. Rotatethe roller to adjust the value. You can reverse the direction ofthe slave channel with positive+ and negative-values. Adjustthe rate forall both directions/values.
[HRI AIL I ELE RliD GER AXI I AX<: I**AX~** 0 

### Mix1**~** I RUD 'lo 1"1 I"

I' 0 1**Rate~** 

### 16X ox 

### Offset OX 

### Trim: Inh Sw:On To verify that the programmable mix is working properly and in the correct direction, place the correlating switch in the active positions, move the programmed masterchannel and observe the slave channel. The slave channel should move accordingly.



### 30 

### Mix 1 LIST I RUD 

## >ELE HR I 

### 0 AIL I ELE I RUD I GER I ftXI I AX<: I**AX~** 

# o I 

### Rate: 16X p Q : 

### 16X 

### 0 !Offset Ox I' 

### Trim: Inh 9 

### Sw:On Offset The offsetfunction establishes the pointatwhich thetwo mix rates converge. Typically this rate is center or0%. Ifan offset is needed do thefollowing: Programming an Offset Rotate the rollerto highlight Offsetthen press the rollerto highlightthe Offset rate. Rotate the rollerto adjustthevalue. Positive+and negative-values are available shifting the offset in either direction. Press the rollerto acceptthe offset value. 

### Mix 1 LIST 

### P I RUD 

## > ELE 

### o I 

### Rate: 16X 0 1

, 

### 16X 9

- 

# o 1

### Offset 6X 

### 0 Trim: Inh 0
Trim Include The trim include function applies trim to the slave channel whenthe master channel you select is achannel that has trim (throttle, aileron, elevatorand rudder). Typically, this is used when more than one channel is used to operate a primary control surface (dual rudder servos, etc.) With trim include activated, the masterchannel's trim affects the masterand slave channels. Activating Trim Include Rotate the roller to highlightTrim. Press the roller to toggle between INH and ACT. 

### Mix 1 LIST 

### P I RUD 

### > ELE I' 1 

### Rate: 16X 0 I 

### 16X 

### o 1

### Offset: 6X 0 

### Trim Act I' 

# TAIL CURVE- FOR NON-HEADING HOLD GYRO USE ONLY 

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The Tail Curve programming functions nearly identicallyto theThrottle and Pitch curve programming. You can assign four separate Tail curves oracommon Tail curve to 2or more flight modes. Agraph displays atthe leftside ofthe screen to help you adjustthe Tail curves. An Expo function is availablethat smooths out the curve. Note: Only use tail curves when the gyro is in the conventional gain (nonheading hold) mode. To Program Tail Curves With thetransmitteron and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function list displays. 

### Function List Governor Pitch Curve

ail Curve 

### Mixing

SPEKTRUM DX8 • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUALRotate the rollerto highlightTail Curvethen press.**v~** 

### Tail .l!al

## ~ Low: 0:11: :::5:11:: 0:11: so:li:: o:ll: 75:11:: 0:11: Hi;:.h: 0:11: -100 

### I

.. so Expo: Ir.h Selecting aFlight Mode Highlightthe desired flight mode at the bottom of the screen then press to select. Note thatthe selected flight mode will darken confirming the selection.



### oc

-I 00 N= Normal 1=Stunt 1 2= Stunt 2 H= hold

:l:

... SO Adjusting the Curve 

### Tai

### I

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## ~ Low: 0:11: :::5:11:: I)): so):: 0:11: 75:11:: 0:11: Hi;:.h: 0:11: Expo: Ir.h

Movethe flight mode switch in the position you wish to adjustthe curveto. Highlight one ofthe five available Pitch curve values (Low, 25%, 50%,75%, High). Press the roller to access that value.



### coo 

### Tai

### I

.!!:.!§I

# ~-**Lo~~=** 

# cj :::5:11:: 0 so:ll:= u 75:11:: 0:11: Hi;:.h: 0:11: -100 :l:

... so Expo: Ir.h Rotate the rollerto adjust the selected pointto the desired output position. Note the position on the graph at the left of the screen. 

### TaiI

.!!:.!§I

## ~**LOIJJ:~** :::5:11:: 4 so:II:: 75:11:: 4:11: Hi;:.h: 6.:11: -100 :3:-+S:l: Expo: Ir.h Repeat this for all desired points. To Activate the Expo Function Rotate the roller to highlight EXPO then press to toggle between INH and ACT.



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### iI _!!:.!§I

## ~ Low: 0:.:11: :::5:11:: 4:11: so):: 0:11: 75:11:: 4:11:**Hi;:.h:~** -I 00 :::

... s:J: Expo: Ac"t 

# MIXING

The DX8 offers eight mixes in helicopter model type. You can program acyclicto-throttle mixto advance the throttle when aileron, elevatorand or rudder inputs are given. This prevents rpm decay during cyclic and rudder inputs. ASwashplate

SPEKTRUM DX8 • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL Mix mixes Aileron to Elevatorand Elevatorto Aileron to adjustswashplatetiming. Six programmable mixes allowthe mixing ofany channel to any other channel. You can assign Mixes to activate in various flight modes as well as with the gear switch. Programmable mixes include atrim offsetfunction that adjusts the mix crossover point and atrim include function that applies the master's trim to the slave channel. To Access the Mixing Functions With the transmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function listdisplays. Rotate the roller to highlight Mixing then press. The Cyclicto throttle mix appears on the screen.

HR AIL ELE RUO I 

### 0 GER I PIT I p AX<: I AX:l: I 0 Aii>Thr:L I R 

### 0 I E le>Thr:U

I 0 0 1R

....d>Thr: L



### I!N!I!2!H!Mf Cyclic-to-Throttle Mix +0 +0 +0 +0 +0 +0

Cyclic-to-throttle mix prevents rpm decaywhen aileron, elevatorand or rudder inputs are given. This mix advances the throttle position with cyclic or rudder control to maintain rpm. Atfull throttle, programming prevents thethrottle from overdriving the servo. Important: When using agovernor, Cyclicto throttle mix is not recommended. Assigning Cyclic Mixto aFlight Mode(s) Rotate the rollerto highlightthe desired boxatthe bottom ofthe screen. Press the rollerto darken the box and activate Cyclic Mix in thatflight mode position. You can highlight more than one flight mode position. Ifall boxes are highlighted, the CMixfunction is always on. If no boxes are highlighted, the function is always off. N= Normal 1= Stunt 1 2= Stunt 2 H= Hold M=Mix
HR I 

### P AIL I Q ELE I 0 RUO I 

### 0 I 

# c MiX I.!:.!§I I**C~•c:!ic:** 

# > Thro I Aii>Thr: L +0 I R +0 GER I 0 I E le>Thr:U +0 PIT I 

### P AX<: I AX::: I 

### 0 I 0 +0 0 1R

....d>Thr: L +0

11111 1121H M +O Adjusting Cyclic Mix Rates Rotate the rollerto highlightthe desired rate then press. Rotatethe rollerto adjust the value. The available positive+and negative-values reverse the direction of the throttle mix. Adjust the rates for all desired channels.

To verify that Cyclic mix is working properly and in the correct direction, place the flight mode switch in one ofthe active positions. 

### Movethe programmed cyclic or rudder channel noting the throttle position. The throttle position should increase. If it decreases then the oppositevalue (positive vs. negative) is needed.



### 31

# •

Swashplate Mix The Swashplate Mixtypically corrects swashplate timing issues by mixing Aileron to Elevatorand Elevatorto Aileron. When adjusted correctly, the Swashplate causes the helicopterto roll and pitch accuratelywith minimal inter-reaction. 

### To access Swashplate Mix With the CMixscreen displayed, rotatethe rollerto highlight Cyclic>Thro then press. SelectSwashplate and press the roller. The Swashplate Mixscreen appears. THR 1 p 1 

### Mix !!:.!§! AIL 1 o 1

# I Sw.:.shpl.:.te- 

# I
ELE I o I

## ~~ RUD 

### 0 j Aii>Eie:L +0 G\'R I o I R +0 PIT I o I Ele>Aii:U +0 GOV I 0 D +0**AX~** I o lti I 2 H M 

### Assigning Swashplate Mix to aFlight Mode(s) Rotate the roller to highlightthe desired boxatthe bottom ofthe screen. Pressthe rollerto darken the box activating Swash Mix in that flight mode position. You can highlight more than one flight mode position. If all boxes are highlighted, the C Mixfunction is always on.lf no boxes are highlighted, the function is always off.

HRI AIL I ELE I RUD I G\'R I PIT I GOV I**AX~** I N= Normal 1=Stunt 1 2= Stunt 2 H= Hold M=Mix p0

0 0 0 0 0

0 '



### Adjusting Swashplate Rates Rotate the rollerto highlightthe desired rate then press. Rotate the roller to adjust the value. You can reverse the direction ofthe slave channel with positive+and negative-values. Adjustthe rate forall desired Swashplate values.

HR I p I 

### Mix LIST AIL 1 o 1 

## Sw.:.shpl.:.te- ELE I O I RUD 1 

## o I Ail> E le=**..,_=-~** G\'R I o PIT I o GOV I 0**AX~** I o Verify thatthe Swash mix is working properly and in the correct direction by placing the flight mode switch in one ofthe active positions. Then, 

### movethe programmed cyclic masterchannel aileron or elevatorto its full travel and hold this position. Nowchange the flight mode to aposition that the swash mix is inactive in. Note the movement ofthe slave channel on the left side ofthe monitor.
:rHR 

### r p 

### r Mix 

### lQa! AIL 1 

### q 1 

## Sw.:.shpl.:.te- ELEI o I**.~** RUD I 0 j Aii>Eie:U -I s:;;o GER I 0 I R -I 

### S:? PIT I 

### p I Ele>Aii:U**+I~~** AX<: I 0 I D +I S:'**AX~** I 

### 0 jjlfJHIMI Programmable Mixes Programmable mixes allowany channel to be mixed to any otherchannel orto itself. With helicopters Programmable mixes typically operate scale functions like retracts, lights, etc. 

### To Access Programmable Mixes (1 thru 6) With the CMixscreen displayed, rotate the roller to highlight Cyclic>Thro, then



### 32 press the roller. Select programmable Mix, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or6and press the roller. The Mixscreen appears.

HR AIL ELE RUD I GER I PIT I p AX<: I**AX~** I 

### 0 

### C Mix 

### Mix 1 Aii>Thr:L R 

### 0 I Ele>Thr:U

I D O rR Yd>Thr: L



### ru·-rlri2IHIMf LIST

+0 +0 +0 +0 +0 +0


### To Select Master and Slave Channels The Masterchannel is the controlling channel and is mixed to the slave channel. The slave channel follows the masterchannel's input based on the rate that is programmed. Rotate the roller to highlightthe left INH then press to access the masterchannel. Select the desired masterchannel. Press the rollerto accept.**Mix~** LIST

HR I 

### P I THR > II'IH AIL I 

### 0 I .:. 

### eo: OX ELE I 0 I 

### OX RUD I 0 GER r 

## o r

## Offse-t: OX PIT r 

### P 

### Trim: 

## Inh**~;g** I 

### 0 

### Uii112IHIMI Highlightthe right INH then press the rollerto access the slave channel. Select the desired slave channel. Press the roller to accept.

HR I p AIL I ELE I RUD I GER I PIT I P AX<: I AX::< 

### Mix 1 LIST I THR 

### > GER 

### 0 I 

## R.:.te-: X 0 I 

### OX 0 0 I

## Offse-t: OX 0 

### Trim: 

## Inh lrii112IHIMI Assigning aProgrammable Mix to aFlight Mode(s) Highlightthe desired box atthe bottom ofthe screen. Press the rollerto darken the box activating programmable mix in that flight mode position. Noteyou can highlight more than one flight mode position. Ifyou highlight all boxes, the programmable mixfunction is always n. II no boxes are highlighted, the function is always off. N= Normal 2= Stunt 2 M=Mix 1= Stunt 1 H= Hold


### Mix 1 LIST HR I p AIL I 

### 0 ELE I 

### 0 RUD I 

### 0 GER I PIT I 

### P AX<: I AX::< 0 

### 0 THR 

### > GER 

## R.:.te-: OX 

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Adjusting Programmable Mix Rates Rotate the rollerto highlightthe desired rate then press. Rotatethe rollerto adjust the value. You can reverse the direction of the slave channel with positive and negative values. Adjustthe rate lor both directions/values.

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You should verify that the programmable mix is working properly and in the correct direction. Place the flight mode switch in one ofthe active positions.


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### Move the programmed masterchannel while observing the slave channel. The slave channel should move accordingly. 

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The Offsetfunction establishes the point atwhich the two mix rates converge. Typically, this rate is center or 0%.1f an offset is needed (normally not in a helicopter), do the following. Programming an Offset Rotate the rollerto highlight Offsetthen press. Rotate the rollerto adjustthe value. Positive+ and negative- values shift the offset in either direction. Press the roller to accept. 

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### > GER HR I 

### P AIL I ELE I RUD I GER I PIT I p AX<: I AX3 0 

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## UifJHit-11 Trim Include The trim include function applies trim to the slave channel when the selected master channel has trim (throttle, aileron, elevatorand rudder). Typicallythis is used when more than one channel operates aprimary control surface (dual aileron servos, etc.) With trim include activated, the masterchannel's trim affects the slave channel's trim as well. Activating Trim Include Rotate the rollerto highlightTrim then press. Press the rollerto toggle between INH and ACT. 

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# GYRO

Use the Gyro function to program and adjust gyro gain. You can program upto four gyro gain values to be selected from a variety of switches including the flight mode switch. You can adjust gyro gain valuesJn .5% increments allowing for precise gain adjustments. Also, you can program the channel the gyro gain is controlling. The DXS displays gyro gain values as N for Normal gain and aTfor tail lock (heading hold). The percentage values are the true gain values in each mode. To Activate the Gyro Gain Function With the transmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function list displays. 

### Function List

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### Governor

SPEKTRUM DXB • RADIO INSTRUCTION MANUAL Rotatethe rollerto highlight Gyro then press to access that screen. 

### Gyro LIST

Inhibit

To Select aSwitch The Gyro function defaults to Inhibit. To activate the Gyro function, highlight Inhibit, then pressthe rollerto access the switch function. Rotate the rollerto access the desired gyro control switch. Press the rollerto access the Gyro gain screen. 

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### Normal: 0

.0 ::-:: +- Stunt 

### 1: 0

.0 ::-:: Stunt 2: 0

.0 ::-:: Hold: 0. 0::-:: Ch: GE-ar**Sw:llr-F~M~o~d~.,.~l** 

### Assigning aChannel- (Output) You can assign the receiverchannel the gyro gain is plugged into in this screen. The governorand the gyro must use two different channels. Achannel used by the governorfunction does notappear in the Gyro list. Highlight Ch: (channel) then press to access the gyro channel function. Selectthe desired channel to plug the gyro gain into, normallythe Gearchannel is used.



### POS 0: POS 

### 1: POS 2: 

### Gyro LIST RatE' 0. 0::-:: 

### +- 0.0::0:: 0.0::0::

Adjusting the Rate Values Rotate the rollerto selectthe desired gain value then press. Selectthe gain value. Anytime aTdisplays, the gyro is in tail lock (Heading Lock). Ifan N displays, the gyro is in normal mode. 

### Glro LIST atE' POS 0: 75.0::-:: +- POSH 70.0::0::[ POS 2: 70.0::0:: Ch: GE-ar Sw:G ro Repeatthis forall desired gain values.

## TIMER~.....-..~ The DXS Timerfunction allows you to program aCount Down timer orStop Watch (count up timer) to display on the main screen. An alarm sounds when the programmed time is reached. You can program the timerto start using the trainer switch, the left or right trimmers or automaticallywhen throttle is raised above apreprogrammed position. Also, an internal timerthatshows run time for aspecific model displays on the main screen. To Access the Timer Screen With thetransmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function list displays. Rotate the rollerto highlightTimerthen press.

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### Monitor 

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To select the Timer Mode- Inhibit, Count Down or Stop Watch Highlight Mode then press.

### Timer

### Mode: Count**Do~.om** 

### Time: 05:00 Tone Start: Trainer Internal: RESET 0:20:52 Select Inhibit, Count Down or Stop Watch. Press the roller to accept.

### Timer

### Mode: !Count Down Time: 05:00 Tone Start: Trainer Internal: RESET 0:20:52 To Program aTime Rotate the rollerto highlightTime then press to access. You can highlightthe seconds or minutes. Press the roller to access minutes or second. 

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### Mode: Count Down Time: 05

## @2] Tone Start: Trainer Internal: RESET 0:21 :11 Rotate the rollerto select the desired time. Press to accept. 

### To program aTone, Vibe, Tone/Vibe or Inhibit Rotate the rollerto highlightTone then press to access. You can Select lnh. Tone, Vibe orTone /Vibe LIST

### Timer

### t1ode: Count Down Time: 05:30

### -~IT-;::.on!.:..e/"""V'""i,....be-,1 Start Throttle 1- Time Pos: 25::0:: Internal: RESET 0:21 :41

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### To Select the Timer Start Method Rotatethe roller to highlight Startthen press to access. Five start options are available: Trainer switch, Throttle, Throttle 1-Time, LTrim and R Trim. Throttle 1-time-The timerstarts when the programmed throttle position is exceeded and will continue regardless ofthe throttle position. Throttle- The timer starts when the programmed throttle position is exceeded. Anytime you lowerthe throttle belowthe programmed position, thetimerwill pause then continue anytime thethrottle is raised above that position. (This is useful for flying electric models wherethe motor run time, not the flighttime, is important.) 

### Timer

### Mode: Count Down Time: 05:30 Tone Start: Throttle 1- Time Pos: 25::-:: LIST



### Internal: RESET 0 :21 :25
Rotate the rollerto select the desired Start method (Trainer, Throttle, Throttle 1-Time, LTrim, R Trim). Press to accept. 

### Programming aThrottle Slick PositionOnly ifThrottle Start is Selected Ifyou selec!Throttle orThrottle 1-Time in the Startfunction, the Stick appears below Start in the Timer screen. This is the stickposition where throttle activates thetimer. Rotate the rollerto highlight Stickthen press to access the Stickvalues. You can adjustthevalue from 0to 100%.This correlatesto the actual throttle stick position. 

### Timer

### Mode: Count DoloJn Time: 05:30 Tone Start Throttle 1- Time Pos:l 25::-::l LIST



### Internal: RESET 0 :21 :32
Rotatethe roller to select the desired Stickvalue then press the roller to acceptthe displayed value. 

### To Reset the Internal Timer There are acouple ofways to reset the internal timer. Rotate the rollerto highlight Internal: Reset then press the roller to reset the internal timer to 0:00:00 

### Timer- lb.!§I 

### Mode: Count Down Time: 05:00 Tone Start: Trainer Internal: RESET 

## I 0 :09 :40
To resetthe Count Down or Stdp Watch timeron the main screen, press the Clear button.



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## MONITOR~~ Rotate the roller to highlight Monitorthen press to access.

The Monitorscreen displaysthe servo positions for each channel graphicallyand numerically. This is useful to verify programming functions, trim settings, mix directions, etc. The numericvalue is directly relative to the travel adjust and mix values (e.g., 100% travel adjust equals 100% value in the Monitor). 

### Monitor**.~** THR -:91 RAL 0 ELE 0 RUD 0 GER 100 LAL 0 AX<: 100 

### To Access the Monitor screen AX3 <:4 With the transmitter on and the main ortelemetry screen displayed, press the roller. The Function listwill display. 

### Function List 

### Mixing Range Test Timer 1onitor



# DX8 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Possible Cause
• Yourtransmitter and receiver are too close

together. They should be 8to 12 feet apart. • You are around metal objects. • The system will not • Model selected is not the model bound to.

connect • Yourtransmitter was accidentally put into bind mode and is not bound to your receiver anymore. • The receiver goes into • Checkthe receiver antenna to be sure it is not

failsafe mode ashort cut or damaged. distance away from the • Main and remote receivers too close together transmitter
• Inadequate battery voltage

• Receiver quits responding

during operation • Loose or damaged wires or connectos between battery and receiver

• Transmitter stand ortray could be depressing
• Receiver loses its bind the bind button • Bind button pressed before transmitter turned

on

• Receiver blinking at • Abrownout has occurred

landing • System turned on and connected then receiver turned off without turning off transmitter

• RPM won't read/display • Sensortoo close to backplate; picking up tip of crank pin only

• Temperature sensor mounted on front of
• Temperature sensor seems cylinder head being hit by direct prop blast

to read low

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### Solution
• Move transmitter 8to 12 feet from receiver.

• Move to an area with less metal. • Check model selected and ensure you are bound

to that model. • Rebind your transmitter and receiver.

• Replace or contact Horizon Product Support

• Mount main and remote receivers at least 2

inches apart and perpendicular to each other.
• Charge batteries. Spektrum receivers require

at least 3.5Vto operate. An inadequate power supply can allowvoltage to momentarily drop below 3.5V and cause the receiver to brown out and reconnect. • Checkthe wires and connection between battery

and receiver. Repair or replace wires and/or connectors

• If stand is depressing bind button, remove from

stand and rebind. • Rebind your system following binding

instructions
• Check battery voltage • Turn off transmitter when receiver is turned off

• Move sensors away from backplate

• Mount sensor behind cylinder head. When

installing sensors note engine temperature with engine properly tuned. Use this as reference value. Iftemperature goes above this significantly, the engine is running too low

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Notice: Do not ship batteries to Horizon. If

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# FCC Information This device complies with part 15 ofthe 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 interterence received, including interterence that may cause undesired operation. Caution: 

### Changes or modifications not expressly approved bythe party responsible for compliance could void the user's authorityto operate the equipment. This product contains aradio transmitterwith wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliantwith the applicable regulations governing aradio transmitter in the 2.400GHzto 2.4835GHzfrequency range. Antenna Separation Distance 

### When operating your Spektrum transmitter, please be sure to maintain a separation distance of at least 5em between your body (excluding fingers, hands, wrists, ankles and feet) and the antenna to meet RF exposure safety requirements as determined by FCC regulations. The illustrations below showthe approximate 5em RF exposure area and typical hand placement when operating your Spektrum transmitter.

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# COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION

The following information is for item numbers: SPM8800EU

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### cz CY DE DK E5 Fl GR HU IE IT LT LU LV MT NL PL PT RO 5E 51 5K UK The following information is for item numbers: SPM88001 FR

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# Declaration of Conformity (in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1

No. HH2010080203 Product(s): Item Number(s):
Equipment class: Spektrum DX8Transmitter SPM8800EU, SPM88001 FR



### 2 The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements ofthe specifications listed below, following the provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC:

EN 60950 EN 300-328 EN 301 489 Safety Technical requirements for Radio equipment General EMC requirements for Radio equipment
Signed for and on behalf of: Horizon Hobby, Inc.**r'J~,** Champaign, IL USA Aug 02,2010 StevenA. Hall Vice President International Operations and Risk Management Horizon Hobby, Inc.

# ~ Instructions for Disposal of WEEE

# ~ by 

## Users in the European Union

- This product must not be disposed of with otherwaste. Instead, it is the user's responsibility to dispose oftheir waste equipment by handing it over to adesignated collection point for the recycling ofwaste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling ofyour waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in amannerthat protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop offyour waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service orwhere you purchased the product.
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# APPENDIX MODE CHANGES

The DX8 can be easily converted to mode 1, 2, 3, or4. This conversion requires amechanical and aprogramming change. (Stickand switch positions for mode 1and 2are illustrated on pages 8and 9.) Following are detailed instructions on making mode changes 

## MECHANICAL CONVERSION

Mechanical conversion is required to switch between modes 1and 2or between modes 3and 4. The centering spring for elevatorand the friction straps for throttle must be engaged on the appropriate gimbal and throttle limiting wedges must be swapped.

Step 1. Carefully pull backthe rear grips and side rubber panels and unscrew the six Phillips head screws shown.

Step 2. Remove the back case noting that awire harness connects the back to the main case. Carefullysetthe main case to the left side ofthe transmitter being careful notto damage the wire harness.

(Cages are pictured in white for clarification. The cages

in yourtransmitterare black.) 

### Changing Throllle Friction from One Gimbal to Another

Step 3. Locate the silverthrottle friction straps on both gimbals. Two straps are located on each gimbal. One strap engages aserrated section on the gimbal giving aratcheted throttle feel whilethe other strap engages a smooth section on the gimbal giving asmooth friction feel.



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# USING AFLIGHT LOG-OPTIONAL

The Flight Log (optional) is compatiblewith the AR8000 receiver. The Flight Log displays overall RF link performance as well as the individual internal and external receiver linkdata. It also displays receivervoltage. Using the Flight Log After aflight and before turning offthe receiver ortransmitter, plug the Flight Log into the Data port on theARSDOO receiver. The screen will automatically display voltage i.e. 6v2= 6.2volts. Note: When the voltage reaches 4.8 volts or less, the screen will flash indicating lowvoltage. Press the button to displaythe following information:

A- Antenna fades on internal antennaA B- Antenna fades on internal antenna B(not used on theAR8000) L

-Antenna fades on the left external antenna R- Antenna fades on the right external antenna (not used on the AR8000) F- Frame loss H- Holds Antenna fades-represents the loss of abit of information on that specific antenna. It's normal to have as many as 50 to 1 DO antennafades during aflight. If any single antenna experiences over 500 fades in asingle flight, the antenna should be repositioned in the aircraft to optimize the RF link. Frame loss-represents simultaneous antennafades on all attached receivers. Ifthe RF link is performing optimally, frame losses perflight should be less than 20. 

### AHold- occurs when 45 continuous frame losses occur. This takes about one second. Ifahold occurs during aflight, it's importantto re-evaluatethe system, moving the antennas to different locations and/or checking to be sure the transmitterand receivers are all working correctly.

Note: Use aservo extension to allowthe Flight Log to be plugged in without having to remove the aircraft's hatch or canopy. On some models, the Flight Log can be plugged in, attached and left on the model using double-sided tape.lt is common with helicopters to mountthe Flight Log to the side frame.

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