Spektrum DX6I User manual

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Replacement Transmitter Antenna Assembly
Manual for the DX6i
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change
at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc. For up-to-date product literature,
visit http://www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.
WARNING: READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains instructions for safely replacing a transmitter antenna. This
replacement antenna is a key component in a sophisticated hobby product. The
instructions require basic technical knowledge and mechanical skill. The replace-
ment should not be attempted by children or beginner hobbyists.
Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible components, or augment
the product in any way, outside of these instructions. Failure to follow each in-
struction and precaution could result in a break of signal transmission, which will
ultimately lead to damage to the product, property and/or personal injury.
Read ALL instructions. If after reading these instructions you are not condent
in your ability to replace the antenna, send the antenna and transmitter to the
appropriate Horizon Service Center where this procedure can be performed by
an authorized service technician free of charge, or contact a distributor in your
country of service.
To obtain free repair service for your Replacement Transmitter Antenna Assem-
bly please contact Horizon Hobby Product Support.
Note: If it is decided to submit the unit for antenna replacement, Horizon will
pay the costs of return shipping and labor associated with the replacement
of the antenna. However the cost to repair any OTHER damage done to the
product may be the responsibility of the customer, to be determined at the sole
discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc.
INTRODUCTION
The following instructions are for replacing the antenna in a DX6i. Read them
completely before beginning to replace your antenna.
Items Needed:
• New antenna assembly (SPM6830)
• Medium Phillips head screwdriver
CAUTION: Never turn the radio on when the antenna is not attached to the
module. Powering up the transmitter without the antenna attached can damage
the transmitter.
STEP 1
With the transmitter power switch in the “O”position, remove the battery door
and the batteries from the transmitter.
STEP 2
Place the radio face down on a cushioned surface to protect it from being dam-
aged.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 6 screws holding the transmitter case
together. All removed screws should be placed in a designated area where
they
will not be lost and should be placed in a manner that will allow for ordered
reinsertion.
STEP 3
Carefully remove the back case half disconnecting the wire harness connectors
from the encoder board in the front case.
NOTICE: Observe the location of each plug being removed. Reinserting the
plugs incorrectly will result in damage to the radio.
STEP 4
With the wire harness connectors separated from the encoder board, lay the
back case half aside.
STEP 5
Carefully grasp the antenna wire near the connection point to the RF board and
pull up while wiggling slightly. The antenna should disconnect easily.
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STEP 6
Remove the screw which connects the slotted metal base plate to the antenna
mount using a Phillips screwdriver.
STEP 7
Slide the slotted antenna base o of the antenna wire.
STEP 8
Slide the antenna assembly out of the top of the transmitter.
STEP 9
Install the new antenna assembly in the transmitter. Feed the antenna wire
through the rectangular slot in the metal base plate.
Make sure the key at the base of the antenna mount is in the non-rectangular
slot. Use care not to pinch the antenna wire. Fasten it in place using the Phillips
screw.
STEP 10
Grasp the antenna wire near the wires’ coaxial connector and align it over
the connector on the RF board. Using your other hand or a screwdriver, press
the antenna’s coaxial connector onto the RF board’s connector. (If using a
screwdriver be careful not to damage any board components.) If connected
properly, the wire should swivel slightly without disconnecting.
STEP 11
Reconnect the wires from the case back to the proper connector on the encoder
board in the front case. Conrm the installation was done correctly by checking
that all wires, screws and other components are back to their original position
with the new antenna installed. Check to ensure no wires are kinked or will be
pinched when the transmitter is screwed back together. Reassemble the unit ,
reinstall the batteries and battery door and perform a range check.
Range check procedures:
1. With the model resting on the ground, system powered and model secured,
stand 30 paces (approx. 90 feet) away from the model.
2. Face the model with the transmitter in your normal ying position and place
the radio in range check mode as described in the instruction manual.
3. You should have total control of the model while in the range check mode.
4. If control issues exist, contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support of-
ce for further assistance.
Note: If any time during or after the installation you do not feel condent
about the installation, please send the replacement antenna and transmitter to
the appropriate Horizon Service Center where this procedure can be performed
by an authorized service technician.
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 will likely lead to a
crash, injury, and property damage.
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