If you are not familiar with how to do this, please refer to your user manual for the dx6i or visit the support page at. First impressions show the spektrum dx6i tx as a nice piece of kit, with all the right sticks and switches in all the right places. So within an hour of receiving this transmitter, i was able to follow instructions in the manual and open the dx6i, and swap out the little metal piece to make the throttle stick be ratcheted. Timer 1 is indicated by the leftforward arrow and timer 2. Set dual rates to high 100% low 70% set servo travel to 100% dxe refer to for the appropriate download setup. The dual rate and expo functions for aileron, elevator and rudder can be combined on a single switch conveniently allowing high or low rates to be selected.
Settings for reverse, sub trim, travel adjustment, expo and dual rate must be done in the app only. Newbies guide to the dx6i for rc helicopters helifreak. Transmitter setup, dual rates and expos, dual rate high. Blade x helicopter standardbeginner3d transmitter settings rc pro setup guide by. Read the entire instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating.
We have 3 spektrum dx6i manuals available for free pdf download. The rcpowers forum is a beginner friendly community with plenty of veteran builders and fliers to guide new members. En this manual covers the versatile spektrum dx7s 7channel computerized transmitter. The dual rate and exponential function supports programming of 2 control rates. Tips and information area as a lot of new fliers start with a dx6i as their first programmable tx to go with bnf blade helicopters or with the phoenix simulator. Changing dual rate value affects maximum control authority and sensitivity of control. Set dual rates to high 100% low 70% set expo to high 20% low 15% set servo travel to 100% set throttle cut to % dxe refer to for the appropriate download setup. Set dual rates and expo in the transmitter you should already have the control surfaces set up to move in the correct directions and with the full throws recommended for your model. Select a new model memory or the chosen model memory that you want for the 4site. Once i adjust all the throw %s for each control surface and lets say these are for high rates,then i can go to dual rate expo adjustments to set dual rates. Do not set your transmitter travel adjust over 100%. Its a close knit community of guys who want to help promote the hobby.
Ironically, none of this is covered in the rather worthless users manual. The dual rate and expo functions for aileron, elevator and rudder can be combined on a single switch conveniently allowing high or low rates to be selected via one switch. Set the desired control switch in this example, all rates and expos for all control functions are selected by switch b. What is the dual rate setting and how to properly program the.
Gyro switch is used to enableinhibit mixes msr x does not appear to use the dx6i s gyro channel to adjust onboard dual rates like the msr. But also, from what i can gather reading the manual is that the 0 or 1 box has to be filled in or black to indicate that thats the position the switch has to be in for the dr expo settings to be in effect. Dual rates and expos the suggested settings shown here are the recommended starting settings. How to properly set up the spektrum dx6i transmitter with phoenix flight simulator. Tom zadar setup for the blade x helicopter spektrum dx6i, dx7dx7se, dx7s, dx8dx18 transmitter. Subscribe if you like it follow pilot ryan on instagram. Increasing the rate increases sensitivity of the controls. Blade x helicopter standardbeginner3d transmitter. Computerized transmitter setup start all transmitter programming with a blank acro model perform a model reset, then name the model. Spektrum dx6i radio programming guide spektrum dx6i radio programming guide.
This is simple explanation for beginners of what does it all mean and how control surfaces act on. Dr combi dual rate combination spektrum dx6i spmr6630. If you want switch position 0 to be full travel, you leave the rate at 100%. Now you should adjust the response to transmitter inputs by setting dual rates dr and expo. A paper manual is also included, and this can also be downloaded online if required. Note that all switches have positions 0,1 or 0,1,2. Rates and expo can also be adjusted if the recommended rates are not comfortable. Wing tail mix function supports normal, dual aileron, vtail and. If lower rates are desired, manually adjust the position of the pushrods on the servo arm.
Setting dual rates on the spektrum dx6i transmitter. These functions included dual rate and expo, travel adjust, mixes, etc. On picking it up for the first time though, you may see and feel it as a bit plasticy and not particularly macho. Huge selection of radio controlled robot parts motors, electronics, batteries, as well as kits, tools, books, toys, videos and more. But even the new manual may confuse you so i recommend reading my primer below before diving into the actual manual. Apr 29, 2015 this feature is not available right now. And i was also able to program dual rates and expo for my plane too very easily. I will show you how to do it for the spektrum dx6i my favorite. When one of the switchs elev, ail, rudd or ganged together is at 0 i get full throw and when set to 1 that is the dual rate. The combination of its simple scroll interface, easytoread lcd screen and simplified menu navigation will immediately put firsttime programmers at. This is a great radio if you are just starting out, or if you just need to upgrade from. Field radio interface instructions knife edge forums. Ruddertoaileronelevon, ailerontorudder, elevatortorudder. Dx6i dsmx 6channel transmitter only mode 2 spmr6610.
Dual rates and expos are available for aileron, elevator and rudder channels. I built a couple of foam planes and this will be extremely helpful finding settings that will get a harness on them. Helifreak newbies guide to the dx6i for rc helicopters. If oscillation occurs at high speed, refer to the troubleshooting guide for more information. A tutorial on how to set the dual rate and the expo on an rc airplane or helicopter. Download the latest pdf version of the ar635 manual from spektrum. Spektrum radio dual rates and expo switch position youtube.
Service manuals, owners manuals, schematics, diagrams, datasheets, brochures online for free download and free to your amplifier, receiver, tape, cd, tuner, turntable and recorder. Expo will reduce the servos movement around mid stick, basically reducing the chance of any unintentional inputs by shaky fingers. Spektrum 6630 dx6i 6ch dsmx radio system with ar610 receiver. Dual rates low high aileron, elevator, rudder 70% 100% x 5 mode 1 and 2 transmitters 1. I will also give you a little information about what each. How to properly set up the spektrum dx6i transmitter with. Dx6i 6ch dsmx radio system with ar610 receiver spm6630. Expo simplifies dual rate and expo on the dx6i, by showing how to easily assign them all to one switch or leave set individually. Copyreset spektrum dx6i spmr6630 user manual page 14. Dual rates and expo 7point throttle curve 3 preset mixes. Do yourself a favor and dont read the outdated manual and then the new manual as the conflicting information will only serve to confuse. We use the spektrum dx6i rc airplane remote for this tutorial.
Install the receiver in one of 8 possible orientations using double sided. The trim on the spektrum is digital and does not go far enough and that could be a real pain. May 15, 20 issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online. Easily share your publications and get them in front of issuus. Most programmable transmitters allow you to set dual rates. All rc pilots use dual rates and expo on their radios. Im sure other transmitters are like this one, but i can only assure you that it will work on the dx6i.
For additional features like dual and expo rates, mixing, etc, see the appropriate pages listed in the table of contents. As far as ignoring the curve box again i must be misunderstanding you. Set dual rates to high 100% low 70% set servo travel to 100% set throttle cut to % dxe refer to for the appropriate download setup. The screen will look like the picture to the right. The dx6i manual assumes a level of knowledge of rc operation that the novice user just will not. I just purchased a blade 450x rtf and it came with the dx6i preprogrammed.
If you want switch position 1 to be 34 travel, you would set the rate for position 1 at 75%. This transmitters fieldproven features are ready to be applied to your models setup, control and tuning. I was able to follow instructions in the manual and open the dx6i, and swap out the little metal piece. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury. Adjust according to the individual preferences after the initial. Dx7s and above transmitters can activate rates on one dual rates switch like the dx6i. The 6channel dx6i includes software for airplanes and helicopters as well as benefits like modelmatch technology and 10model memory. Team tech tip dual rates and expo set up 9 min 45 sec mar 02, 2019, 10. Dx6e dsmx 6channel radio transmitter only, from spektrum. Dx6i read user manual online or download in pdf format. Going to set up my flight modes for my dx6 eflite sukhoi.
You have to set the rates for each switch position for the dual rate switches to have an effect. Instruction manual bedienungsanleitung manuel dutilisation. You have two positions for each switch on the radio 0 and 1. You can enter some dual rates and exponential into the dx6i. Some manuals will state how many inches each surface should travel at 100%. Allows dual rates and exponential values to be set for cyclic and rudder controls. Next the mfcu uses trim on channels to access extra functions. Thank you for the excellent dissection of the dx6i wr to dual rate and expo. The choices for this are found on the combi switch on page 46. Set dual rates to high 100% low 70% set servo travel to 100% set servo expo to high rates 30% low rate dxe refer to for the appropriate download setup. The dx6i 6ch dsmx radio system with ar610 receiver is used in the following. Spetrum dx6i manuals manuals and user guides for spetrum dx6i. Spektrum beginner series episode 3 dual rate, expo and flight. Dec 30, 2016 most programmable transmitters allow you to set dual rates.
Spektrum rc dx6e 6 channel full range dsmx transmitter transmitter only so far, ive had really good success with this transmitter. Make absolutely sure you have it set up as you want before getting into the water. Parkzone pkz6580 user manual low rate parkzone toys. As for writing the manuals better, the manuals are essentially being written in the form of that thread.
Heres a quick video to help anyone who needs to know how to setup dual rates and expo. Concepts such as travel adjust, dual rate, channel mixes etc. Spektrum dx6i 6channel dsmx radio transmitter for rc. Dual rates and expo on spektrum radios explained youtube. I have a dx6 not the dx6i i can not set the dual rates for the ailerons,i have set the duel rates for the elevator and rudder but just can not seem to set the ailerons it does not matter what i do it will not work if i set it for 125% on high rates and 90% low rates it just will not work it will be. Wake up the device by keeping any button pressed until the display turns on. If not, flip the aileron, elevator or rudder switches. What is the dual rate setting and how to properly program. I use around 50% expo on high rate elevator and aileron and between 20% and 50% on high rate rudder.
See page 51 in the rf7 user manual help menu for information on creating. If the travel adjust is set over 100%, it will not result in more. But the dx6i spektrum also has dual rates on 3 channels luckily these are the ones we need or at least two of them are. In this video we take a look at setting up dual rates and exponential on spektrum radios and how it relates to the various switch positions. I will also give you a little information about what each setting does and why you might want to change them. You can assign aileron, elevator and rudder dual rate and exponential functions to 1 of 3 common switches so dual ratesexpo for all 3 channels is enabled by one. I built a couple of foam planes and this will be extremely helpful.
I would use around 20% to 30% on low rate elevator and aileron, and 10% to 15% on low rate aileron. Check to make sure that the number next to aile, elev and rudd are all set to 0. We have 1 spetrum dx6i manual available for free pdf download. Spektrum dx6i manuals manuals and user guides for spektrum dx6i.
Im hoping some one can give me some help with setting the dual rates and expo on the dx6 i cannot get my mind around the procedure. Programming the dx6i is about as intuitive as it gets. As im reading this thread the information on dr is the opposite of how my tx is setup. Dual 1214 turntable owner manual by maxie chomka issuu.
Im assuming that there is can be 2 settings for each curve 0 1 but cannot get the settings to stick. I would use position 1 on the aileron,elevator and rudder set to 100% for my high rate,this would keep my previous settings intact from the travel. The aileron, elevator and rudder settings in the transmitter must remain at their factory default values. Spektrum rc dx6e 6 channel full range dsmx transmitter. Dual rates and expo travel adjust differential sub trim flaps helicopter functions 2 swashplate types. Dx6i and dx5e, dx4e older versions precision mode low rate position 0 is precision mode 3d mode high rate position 1 is 3d mode important. This is simple explanation for beginners of what does it all mean and how control surfaces act on different settings. Set up to get the most out of your suunto d6i, take some time to read this manual and familiarize yourself with the modes and settings.
Newbies guide to the dx6i for rc helicopters yet another archmageau epic this is being posted in the newbies. As above scroll switch press scroll to desired switch press. So in the travel adj settings,a specific %lets say, 80% for elev may correspond to 12 inch up and down for high rate. In the video below, you will hear, and see me explain how dr and expo work, and why you should use it. The dx6e 6ch system w ar610 receiver is used in the following. Mar 17, 20 how to properly set up the spektrum dx6i transmitter with phoenix flight simulator. If inh is selected the aileron, elevator and rudder dual rate and expo functions independently.
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