Spektrum DX5R User manual

Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di istruzioni
DX5R
5-Channel 2.4GHz DSMR®System

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WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating.
Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechani-
cal ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or
other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not attempt disassembly, use
with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby, 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 order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS
Always purchase from a Horizon Hobby, LLC authorized dealer to 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.
Age Recommendation: Not for Children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Visit community.spektrumrc.com today to register your product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Always ensure all batteries have been properly charged prior
to using the model.
• Always check all servos and their connections prior to each
run.
• Never operate your model near spectators, parking areas or
any other area that could result in injury to people or damage
of property.
• Never operate your model during adverse weather conditions.
Poor visibility can cause disorientation and loss of control of
your model.
• Never point the transmitter antenna directly toward the
model. The radiation pattern from the tip of the antenna is
inherently low.
• If at any time during the operation of your model you observe
any erratic or abnormal operation, immediately stop opera-
tion of your model until the cause of the problem has been
ascertained and corrected.
NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For
up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this Product.
MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this
product:
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of
injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of seri-
ous 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.
NOTICE: This product is only intended for use with unmanned, hobby-grade, remote-controlled vehicles and aircraft. Horizon Hobby
disclaims all liability outside of the intended purpose and will not provide warranty service related thereto.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IDENTIFYING CONTROLS AND SWITCHES
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
I
K
L
M
T
S
R
O
N
P
Q
A: Button C
B: Switch I
C: Knob
D: Button B
E: Button F
F: Button G
G: Button H
H: Button A
I: Button E
J: Trigger (throttle/brake)
K: Steering Wheel
L: Button D
M: Antenna
N: LCD Screen
O: Button L
P: Roller Wheel
Q: Button R
R: SD Card Reader
S: Power LED
T: Power Button
Installing Batteries.............................................................. 4
Battery and Charging Precautions and Warnings...............4
SD Card...............................................................................5
Main Screen........................................................................7
Navigation...........................................................................7
Function List .......................................................................8
Model Select ......................................................................8
Model Name.......................................................................8
Servo Setup........................................................................9
Rates ...............................................................................10
Exponential.......................................................................10
Timer ...............................................................................10
Binding/Frame rate ...........................................................11
Bind the Transmitter to the Receiver...................................11
Failsafe ............................................................................11
Mixing..............................................................................12
Steer Mix..........................................................................12
4WS (4-Wheel Steering)....................................................12
2 Servo (Dual Steering) .....................................................12
Dual throttle .....................................................................13
Dual Brake .......................................................................13
Motor on axel (MOA) .........................................................13
PROgrammable Mix ..........................................................14
Active Vehicle Control (AVC)...............................................14
Automatic Braking System (Abs) ........................................15
Idle Up .............................................................................15
Traction............................................................................16
Trim setup........................................................................16
Channel Assign.................................................................16
Telemetry .........................................................................16
Drive Mode.......................................................................17
System settings ................................................................17
Display.............................................................................17
Trims................................................................................18
Sound settings..................................................................18
About...............................................................................18
Calibrate ..........................................................................18
System setup.................................................................... 19
Model Select ....................................................................19
Model Utilities...................................................................19
System setup....................................................................20
Create new model.............................................................20
Delete model....................................................................20
Copy model......................................................................20
Reset model .....................................................................20
Sort model list ..................................................................20
System setup....................................................................21
Transfer sd card................................................................21
Import model....................................................................21
Export model ....................................................................21
Update firmware ...............................................................21
PHYSICAL TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENTS ......................... 22
Changing grips .................................................................22
Dropdown steering wheel options ......................................23
Rotate:.............................................................................23
Standard wheel conversion:...............................................23
steering wheel wedges (not included).................................23
Receiver Compatibility...................................................... 24
Optional Parts List ............................................................ 24
1-Year Limited Warranty................................................... 25
Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................26
Warranty and Service Contact Information.......................26
FCC Information................................................................ 27
IC Information ................................................................... 27
Compliance Information for the European Union..............27

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INSTALLING BATTERIES
CHARGING AND WARNINGS
CHARGING THE OPTIONAL LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACK
CAUTION: NEVER remove the transmitter batteries
while the model is powered on. Loss of model control,
damage or injury may occur.
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an
incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to
state and local laws.
Installing Optional Lithium Ion Battery Pack
IMPORTANT: Set the transmitter battery type to Li-Ion in the
Display/Battery menu and ensure the battery voltage alert is set
to the proper voltage. See the System section for more details.
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 prior to use of this
product
• Never allow minors to charge battery packs
• Never drop charger or batteries
• Never attempt to charge damaged batteries
• Never attempt to charge a battery pack containing different
types of batteries
• Never charge a battery if the cable has been pinched or
shorted
• Never allow batteries or battery packs to come into contact
with moisture at any time
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places
(recommended between 50–80˚ F or 10–27˚ C) or place in
direct sunlight
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the
charger cool between charges
• Always inspect a new battery before charging
• Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby
if the product malfunctions
• Always keep batteries and charger away from any material
that could be affected by heat.
• Always end the charging process if the charger or battery
becomes hot to the touch or starts to change form (swell)
during the charge process
NOTICE: Only use the recomended power supply (SPM9551)
with the DX5R transmitter.
Always charge the transmitter on a heat-resistant surface.
1. Power off your transmitter.
2. Connect the power supply (SPM9551) connector to the
Li-Ion charge port located through the opening in the battery
door.
3. Connect the power supply to a power outlet using a country
specific adapter.
4. Disconnect the transmitter from the power supply once
charging is complete and disconnect the power supply from
the power outlet.
CAUTION: Never leave a charging battery unattended.
CAUTION: Never charge a battery overnight.
CAUTION: Never connect an external battery charger to
the transmitter.
1. Remove the battery cover from the bottm of the transmitter.
2. Remove the AA battery holder and disconnect from the
transmitter power port.
3. Connect the battery pack to the transmitter power port.
4. Install the battery pack into the transmitter.
5. Install the battery cover.
1. Remove the battery cover from the bottom of the transmitter.
2. Install 4 AA batteries as shown.
3. Install the battery cover.

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Registering the Transmitter
MICRO SD-CARD*
Installing the Micro SD-Card
The Micro SD-Card (not included) enables you to:
• Import (copy) models from any compatible Spektrum™
RaceWare™ transmitter
• Export (transfer) models to any Spektrum RaceWare transmitter
• Update Firmware in the transmitter
To install the Micro SD-Card:
1. Power off the transmitter.
2. Install the Micro SD-Card in the card reader slot located
behind the small rubber door on the side of the transmitter.
*For more Micro SD-Card information see the Transfer SD Card section.
Exporting the transmitter serial number to the Micro SD-
Card allows you to upload the serial number directly into the
registration screen at www.spektrumrc.com.
To export the serial number:
1. Install the Micro SD-Card in the card reader slot located
behind a small rubber door on the back of the transmitter
2. Click the scroll wheel to enter the FUNCTION LIST.
3. Scroll down to the System Settings
menu. Click the scroll wheel once to
open the menu.
4. Scroll to ABOUT and click the scroll
wheel once to open the menu.
5. When the Serial Number screen
appears, select EXPORT.
6. Power off the transmitter and remove
the Micro SD-Card from the transmitter.
To Upload the serial number to www.
spektrumrc.com:
1. Insert the Micro SD-Card in your computer and check the
contents of the SD card on your computer for a “My_DX5R.
xml” file.
2. In your favorite browser navigate to www.spektrumrc.com
and find the Product Registration link on the top of the
page as shown.
3. If you do not already have an account, create one now. If
you have an account, login in with your secure login.
4. Once logged in, go to the “My Spektrum” page. Fill out
all relevant information. Once you select your transmitter
model from the pull down menu you will be asked to
upload the serial number.
5. Click on the Select button to navigate to the “My_DX5R.
xml” file on the Micro SD-Card that is in your computer’s
SD card reader and select the file.
6. Click on the Upload from xml file... button and the serial
number will populate into the Serial Number fields.
7. Click Register at the bottom of the screen to finish
registering your new Spektrum Transmitter.
Alternatively, you can copy the serial number from the .xml
file and paste directly into the Serial Number field.
Screen shots from www.spektrumrc.com are correct at time of
printing but may change at a future date.

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Update RaceWare™ Software
NOTICE: The orange LED Spektrum bars flash and a status bar
appears on the screen when RaceWare™ software updates
are installing. Never power off the transmitter when updates
are installing. Doing so may damage the system files.
NOTICE: Before installing any RaceWare files, always Export All
Models to an SD Card separate from the SD Card containing
the update. The update may erase all model files.
For more information on RaceWare software updates, visit
www.spektrumrc.com
Automatically Installing RaceWare Software Updates
1. In your favorite browser navigate to www.spektrumrc.com
and find the Firmware Updates link inside the Setups/
Updates tab on the top of the page as shown.
2. Find your registered transmitter in the MY PRODUCTS list
and click on Download Updates. Follow directions on the
screen for downloading the update to your computer and
SD card.
3. Eject the Micro SD Card from the computer.
4. Make sure the transmitter is powered off and install the SD
card into the transmitter.
5. Power on the transmitter and the update automatically
installs in the transmitter.
Manually Installing RaceWare Software Updates
1. Save the desired RaceWare version to the SD Card.
2. Install the SD card into the transmitter.
3. Select Update Firmware in the SD Card Menu options. The
Select File screen appears.
4. Select the desired RaceWare version from the File List.
When updates are installing, the transmitter screen is
dark. The orange LED Spektrum bars flash and the update
status bar appears on the screen.
NOTICE: Do not power off the transmitter when updates are
installing. Doing so will damage the transmitter.
Screen shots from www.spektrumrc.com are correct at time of
printing but may change at a future date.
SD CARD

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USING THE SCROLL WHEEL SELECTOR
• Scroll the scroll wheel to move through the screen content or
change programming values. Click the scroll wheel to make a
selection.
• Use the L Button to go back to go to the previous screen (for
example, to go from the Mixing Screen to the Function List).
• Use the R Button to return a selected value on a screen to the
default setting.
• The Main Screen appears when you power on the transmitter.
Click the scroll wheel once to display the Function List.
INDIVIDUAL DIRECTION ADJUSTMENTS
In some instances, you may find it necessary to independently adjust the control directions; for example, if you want more travel for
left steering than right steering, perform the following steps:
1. Scroll to the value you wish to change and click the scroll wheel.
2. When both directions are selected, move the control (steering or throttle) toward the control direction you wish to change. The
selection box moves to the desired direction. You do not need to hold the control in the desired direction.
3. To change the opposite direction, simply move the control in that direction.
4. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
The Main Screen displays information about the active model,
including the Timer (when activated). To return to the Main
Screen at any time, press and hold the scroll wheel for at least
6 seconds.
A: Transmitter Battery Voltage
B: User Name
C: Model Name
D: Steering Rate
E: Timer 1 (when activated)
F: Timer 2 (when activated)
G: Position of Steering (STR) trim
H: Position of Throttle (THR) trim
I: Position of Brake (BRK) trim
J: Position of Aux 1 trim
K: Position of Aux 2 trim
L: Position of Aux 3 trim
Turn
Press
Press
To Enter, Choose or
Exit a selection.
To move between
options or change
values in an option.
Hold for 6 seconds and
release to return to the
Main screen.
SCROLL HOLDCLICK
MAIN SCREEN
NAVIGATION
A
C
B
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
Tip: The tick mark below shows the
current switch position.
Rolling and clicking the scroll wheel turns
the selected box black, indicating that the
value or condition will act on that position.
AUTO SWITCH SELECT
To easily select a switch in a function, such as a program mix,
roll with the scroll wheel to highlight the switch selection box,
and click the scroll wheel. The box around the switch should now
flash. To select a switch, toggle the switch you wish to select.
Verify the switch selection is now displayed as desired. When
correct, click the scroll wheel to select this switch and complete
the switch selection.

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MODEL SELECT
MODEL NAME
Model Select enables you to access any of the 250 internal model memory locations in the Model Select list.
1. Scroll to the desired model memory in the Model Select list.
2. When the desired model memory is highlighted, click the scroll wheel once to select the model. The
transmitter returns to the Main Screen.
3. Add a new model by rolling to the bottom of the list. You will then be prompted with the Create New
Model screen, with the option to create a new model or cancel. If you select Cancel, the system will
return to the Model Select function. If you select Create, the new model will be created and now be
available in the model select list.
CAUTION: NEVER change the model in Model Select while operating a model. Changing the model
memory interrupts the transmitter signal to the receiver and may cause loss of vehicle control,
damage or personal injury.
Model Name enables you to assign a custom name to the current model memory. Model names can include up
to 15 characters, including spaces.
To add letters to a Model Name:
1. Scroll to the desired letter position and click the scroll wheel once. A flashing box appears.
2. Scroll Up or Down until the desired character appears. Click the scroll wheel once to save the character.
3. Scroll to the next desired letter position. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until the Model Name is complete.
4. Select L button to return to the FUNCTION LIST.
To erase a character(s):
1. Press the R button while the character is selected.
2. Press the R button a second time to erase all characters to the right of the cursor.
FUNCTION LIST
Click the scroll wheel from the main screen to access the FUNCTION LIST. The FUNCTION LIST contains all the available menus on the
DX5R. The functions include:
• Model Select
• Model Name
• Servo Setup
• Rates
• Exponential
• Timer
• Bind/ Frame Rate
• Mixing
• AVC
• ABS
• Idle Up
• Traction
• Trim Setup
• Channel Assign
• Telemetry
• Drive Mode Name
• System Settings
• System Setup

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SERVO SETUP
The Servo Setup menu contains the following functions:
Travel Adjust
Travel Adjust sets the overall travel or endpoints of the servo arm movement. Travel values range from 0–150% (Default is 100%).
To adjust Travel values:
1. Scroll to the channel you wish to adjust and click the scroll wheel.
2. Scroll Up or Down to adjust the travel value. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
Sub-Trim
Subtrim offsets the entire stroke including the center and endpoint positions.
CAUTION Use only small sub-trim values or you may cause damage to the servo.
Reverse
Use the Reverse menu to reverse the channel direction. For example, if the Steering servo moves Left and it should move Right.
To reverse a channel direction:
1. Scroll to Travel and click the scroll wheel. Scroll up or down until Reverse appears and click the scroll wheel again to save the
selection.
2. Scroll to the channel you wish to reverse and click the scroll wheel.
If you reverse the Throttle channel, a confirmation screen appears. Select YES to reverse the channel. A second screen appears,
reminding you to bind your transmitter and receiver.
CAUTION: Always rebind the transmitter and receiver after reversing the Throttle channel. Failure to do so will result in the
throttle moving to full throttle if failsafe activates.
Always perform a control test after making adjustments to confirm the vehicle responds properly.
CAUTION: After adjusting servos, always rebind the transmitter and receiver to set the failsafe position.
Speed
The Speed menu enables you to slow the response time on any individual channel.
The Speed is adjustable from 100% to 1%.
To adjust the Speed:
1. Scroll to the channel you wish to adjust and click the scroll wheel.
2. Scroll Up or Down to adjust the speed and click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
3. Select a switch to activate/deactivate the function. If Switch ON is selected, the value will always be on for that function.
FUNCTION LIST

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FUNCTION LIST
RATES
EXPONENTIAL
TIMER
Rates (dual rate) allow you to make on-the-fly travel adjustments to Steering, Throttle or Brakes using any of
the Programmable trimmers. The Rate screen also offers an override function, which allows you to access a
second rate (normally 100%) at the touch of a button or trimmer. This is especially helpful for oval racers that
program minimal steering throw to desensitize steering during racing, but requires maximum steering angle to
drive out of a crash or get turned around on the track.
To adjust Rate values:
1. Scroll to Steering and click the scroll wheel to select between Steering, Throttle or Brake. Click the wheel
to save the selection.
2. Scroll Up or Down to adjust the Rate value. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
3. Select a Rate switch.
4. Select an Override rate and switch.
5. Select the OTF trimmer that will be used to adjust Rates on the fly.
IMPORTANT: In order for the OVERRIDE to operate, you must assign it to a switch or trimmer. The default
position for this function is inhibited.
The Exponential (Expo) function affects the response rate of the steering, throttle and/or brake. A positive
Steering Expo value, for example, decreases steering sensitivity around neutral to make it easier to drive at
high speeds in a straight line while still allowing for maximum turning radius. While sensitivity with positive
Expo is decreased around neutral, it increases the sensitivity near the end of travel.
To adjust Expo values:
1. Select Throttle or Steering.
2. Scroll Up or Down to adjust the Rate value. The graph shows the Expo Curve.
3. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
4. Select an OTF switch to activate Exponential.
If Switch ON is selected, the Expo value will always be on for that function. If another switch is selected, the
Expo can be turned ON/OFF or 2-3 different Expo values can be entered depending on the switch used.
IMPORTANT: Both positive and negative Expo values are available. A positive Expo value results in the
center being less sensitive (desirable most of the time), while a negative value increases the sensitivity
around center (normally not used).
The DX5R Timer function allows you to program a countdown timer and stop watch (count up timer) to display
on the main screen. An alarm sounds when the programmed time is reached. You can program the timer
to start using the assigned switch position or automatically when throttle moves above a pre programmed
position.
Two internal timers are available that show run time for a specific model displayed on the Main Screen. and a
total system timer.

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FUNCTION LIST
BINDING/FRAME RATE
Binding is the Process of teaching the receiver the specific transmitter’s code called GUID (Globally Unique
Identifier) and storing failsafe values. When a receiver is bound to a transmitter/model memory, the receiver will
only respond to that specific transmitter/model memory.
BIND THE TRANSMITTER TO THE RECEIVER
1. Place the receiver into Bind mode, the LED on the receiver will begin to flash.
2. Power on the transmitter.
3. Select the Model Memory you wish to bind to.
4. Select Bind from the List menu.
5. Move the throttle channel to the desired failsafe position.
IMPORTANT: The throttle channel must stay in the failsafe position until binding is complete.
6. Scroll to Bind and click the scroll wheel. The orange LED flashes on top of the transmitter.
7. When the bind process is complete, the transmitter and receiver LEDs stop flashing and turn solid orange.
8. Remove the bind plug from the receiver and keep it in a convenient place.
NOTICE: Always remove the bind plug from the receiver when the bind Process is complete. Failure to do so
will cause the receiver to enter bind mode the next time you power on the receiver.
FAILSAFE
The throttle failsafe position is set during binding. In the unlikely event that the radio link is lost during use, the receiver will drive the
throttle servo to its pre-Programmed failsafe position (normally full brakes) and all other channels will have no servo output. If the
receiver is turned on prior to turning on the transmitter, the receiver will enter the failsafe mode, driving the throttle servo to its preset
failsafe position. When the transmitter is turned on, normal control is resumed.
IMPORTANT: Failsafe activates only in the event that signal is lost from the transmitter. Failsafe will NOT activate in the event that
receiver battery power decreases below the recommended minimums or power to the receiver is lost.
FRAME RATE:
For compatibility with all types of servos, four frame rates are available:
• 5.5ms: Gives the fastest response rate. Digital Servos and a compatible receiver are required.
IMPORTANT: When 5.5ms frame rate is selected, only two channels (steering and throttle) are operational.
• 11ms: Offers good response rates and is compatible with most digital and analog servos (this is the
default position). Works with DSMR surface receivers.
• 16.5ms: Needed for older analog servos. Works with DSM2®surface receivers.
• 22ms: Needed for older analog servos. Works with DSMR®receivers.
IMPORTANT: You should always use the fastest response rate the servos can handle. This gives the lowest
latency and fastest response. If the frame rate is incompatible with the servo, the servo will move erratically
or, in some cases, not at all. If this occurs, change the frame rate to the next highest value.
IMPORTANT: Always rebind after changing the Frame Rate.

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FUNCTION LIST
MIXING
The DX5R features preset steering and throttle mixes and four programmable mixes. If AVC®technology is
active, only two channels, Steering and Throttle, are operational. The Aux channels can be used to power a
personal transponder, lights, etc.
If AVC technology is disabled (see Disabling the Stability Assist Function to disable AVC), the Aux channels will
operate as servo channels. Aux channels are not available for use in mixes when AVC is active.
Use the Steer Mix for vehicles requiring either four-wheel steering (4WS) or dual steering servos (Dual ST).
1. Select STEERING and click the scroll wheel.
2. Select 4WS and click the scroll wheel.
3. To activate, select Inhibit and scroll to select STR > AUX1.
• Select AUX1, AUX2 or AUX3 as the Slave** channel.
• The AUX channels can only be assigned to one mix at a time. If AUX1, AUX2 or
AUX3 is assigned to another mix, it will not be available as a slave channel option.
4. Select Trim to Act or Inh (Default). When Trim is Active, adjustments to the steering
trim affect both front and rear steering channels.
5. Select Switch to Assign the 4-Wheel Steering Options to a switch to select steering
options. Each time you move the switch, the 4-Wheel Steering options appear on
the Main Screen.
*Slave Channel (AUX) Example:100% means the slave channel movement is equal
to the master channel movement. If you adjust the value to 50%, the slave channel
moves half as far as the master channel. A negative value means the mix moves in the
opposite direction.
1. Select STEERING and click the scroll wheel.
2. Select 2 SERVO and click the scroll wheel.
3. To activate, select Inhibit and scroll to select STR > AUX1.
• Select AUX1, AUX2 or AUX3 as the Slave** channel.
• The AUX channels can only be assigned to one mix at a time. If AUX1, AUX2 or
AUX3 is assigned to another mix, it will not be available as a slave channel option.
*Slave Channel (AUX) Example:100% means the slave channel movement is equal
to the master channel movement. If you adjust the value to 50%, the slave channel
moves half as far as the master channel. A negative value means the mix moves in the
opposite direction.
STEER MIX
4WS (4-WHEEL STEERING)
2 SERVO (DUAL STEERING)

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FUNCTION LIST
MIXING (CONTINUED)
Use the DUAL THROTTLE Mix on vehicles that require two throttle channels.
1. Select THROTTLE and click the scroll wheel.
2. Select Dual Throttle and click the scroll wheel.
3. To activate, select Inhibit and scroll to select THR > AUX1*.
• *Select AUX1, AUX2 or AUX3 as the slave channel.
• The AUX channels can only be assigned to one mix at a time. If AUX1,AUX2 or AUX3 is assigned to
another mix, it will not be available as a slave channel option.
To syncronize the servos use the Subtrim, Travel and Reverse menus in Servo Setup.
Use the Brake Mix on large scale vehicles that require separate front and rear brake servos. The mix value cre-
ates brake bias between the front and rear brakes. Assigning the Brake Mix to a switch enables you to adjust
the mix value from any screen.
1. Select THROTTLE and click the scroll wheel.
2. Select Dual Brake and click the scroll wheel.
3. To activate, select Inhibit and scroll to select BRK > AUX1.
• Select AUX1, AUX2 or AUX3 as the slave channel.
• The AUX channels can only be assigned to one mix at a time. If AUX1,AUX2 or AUX3 is assigned to
another mix, it will not be available as a slave channel option.
The MOA Throttle Mix is used to adjust the throttle bias on rock crawlers using a “motor on axle” configuration.
1. Select THROTTLE and click the scroll wheel.
2. Select MOA and click the scroll wheel.
3. To activate, select Inhibit and scroll to select THR > AUX1.
• Select AUX1, AUX2 or AUX3 as the slave channel.
• The AUX channels can only be assigned to one mix at a time. If AUX1,AUX2 or AUX3 is assigned to
another mix, it will not be available as a slave channel option.
4. Assign a switch to the mix.
Only the rate value for the front motor can be edited. As you configure the front rate, the rear rate is updated
appropriately to show the distribution.
DUAL THROTTLE
DUAL BRAKE
MOTOR ON AXLE (MOA)

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MIXING (CONTINUED)
The Programmable mixes enable you to assign any channel as a Master or Slave, which is particularly helpful
when you need to assign an Aux channel as a Master.
1. Select the desired MIX (Mix 0–3) and click the scroll wheel.
2. Scroll to MASTER and select the Master Channel. Click the scroll wheel.
3. Scroll to SLAVE and select the Slave Channel. Click the scroll wheel.
4. Select Rate to assign Rates for both Master and Slave.
5. Assign a switch to the mix. If Switch ON is selected, the value will always be on for that function.
NOTICE: A negative value results in the secondary channel moving in a direction opposite the direction of the
primary channel.
PROGRAMMABLE MIX
ACTIVE VEHICLE CONTROL (AVC)
If AVC®technology is active, only three channels, Steering ,Throttle and Aux3 are operational. The other Aux channels can be used to
power a personal transponder or lights.
If AVC technology is disabled, the Aux channels will operate as servo channels. Aux channels are not available for use in mixes when
AVC is active.
Options:
• STR Gain
• THR Gain
• Priority
To activate AVC:
• Assign a switch to toggle AVC ON/OFF or select ON.
STR Gain and/or THR Gain Sensitivity
The default value is 50%. As the value increases, the AVC steering stability and throttle management increases.
A value of 0% is off.
1. Adjust the STR Gain until you reach the ideal amount of steering control. If the front wheels begin to
shake, the STR Gain value is too high. Reduce the STR Gain value until the front wheels stop shaking. You
can assign STR Gain and THR Gain to the Switch, enabling you to adjust both values at the same time.
2. On The Fly Switch (OTF): Assigning STR Gain and THR Gain to a switch enables you to adjust the
sensitivity without using the AVC menu.
Steering Priority
As the steering angle command is increased, the steering gain is decreased. With 100% priority at full steering
travel, the steering gain is turned off to allow maximum steering control. This allows full steering stability in a
straight line, plus full steering control at full lock with varying degrees of stability proportionally based on the
steering angle. Priority is used to adjust the maximum steering rate. If the vehicle spins out, reduce the Priority.
If the vehicle won’t turn in aggressively as desired, increase the Priority.
Deactivating AVC
• Assign switch to INH.

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AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS)
ABS helps prevent brake lock-ups and improves braking performance by pulsing the brakes.
IDLE UP
Idle up (also called high idle) is used to advance the throttle position on a gas car during startup to prevent the engine from dying
before the engine is warmed up.
Options:
• Point: The throttle position that the pulse braking takes place (0 to 100, default is 50).
• Stroke: The distance the throttle travels during the pulse braking (0 to 100, default is 50).
• Lag: The time delay before the pulsing takes place (0.0 to 2.0 in .01 increments, default is 0.0).
• Speed: The pulsing speed or frequency of the pulse braking (-1 to -30, default is -10).
To activate ABS:
1. Assign a switch to toggle ABS ON/OFF or select ON.
2. Select functions to edit.
3. The bar at the bottom of the screen displays the parameters and shows how ABS will function.
Deactivating ABS
• Assign switch to INH.
Options:
• Position: Adjusts the throttle position when idle up is engaged (0 to 100, default is 0)
• Warning: Activates an alarm when the Idle Up is active
To activate Idle Up:
1. Assign a switch to toggle Idle Up ON/OFF.
2. Select functions to edit.
3. The bar at the bottom of the screen displays the parameters and shows how Idle Up will function.
Deactivating Idle Up
• Assign switch to INH.
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TRACTION
Traction Control helps reduce wheel slippage and improve acceleration by gradually increasing the throttle.
TRIM SETUP
Trim Setup affects the amount the servo travels with each click of the trim, but has no effect on the total trim
travel. The trim steps range from 1 to 20 (Default is 9).
To adjust the trim steps:
CHANNEL ASSIGN
Channel Assign allows for the assigning of a switch or trimmer as input to an Aux channel.
Channel assign:
TRIM ASSIGN
Trim ASSIGN allows for the assigning of a switch to the Steering or Throttle trims.
Options:
• Point: The throttle position that traction control disengages (5 to 100, default is 50).
• Speed: The time after pulling the trigger traction control engages (1 to 100, default is 10).
To activate Traction:
1. Assign a switch to toggle Traction ON/OFF.
2. Select functions to edit.
3. Select the On The Fly (OTF) switch to edit settings with out going into the Traction menu.
4. The bar at the bottom of the screen displays the parameters and shows how Traction will function.
Deactivating Traction:
• Assign switch to INH.
1. Select channels to edit.
2. Scroll Up or Down to adjust the step value.
3. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
1. Select a channel to edit. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
2. Scroll Up/Down or toggle a switch/button to assign.
3. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
1. From within Trim Setup, select NEXT.
2. Select channels to assign a switch to.
3. Scroll Up/Down or toggle a switch/button to assign.
4. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
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SYSTEM SETTINGS
System settings allows adjustments to the following transmitter settings:
DISPLAY
User Name
The User Name field displays your name above the model name on the main screen.
1. Scroll to the desired letter position and click the scroll wheel once. A flashing box appears.
2. Scroll Up or Down until the desired character appears. Click the scroll wheel once to save the character.
3. Scroll to the next desired letter position. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until the Model Name is complete.
Contrast
To adjust the screen contrast:
1. Scroll to Contrast and click the scroll wheel.
2. Scroll Up or Down to adjust the contrast value. Lower numbers lighten the contrast, higher numbers
darken it.
3. Click the scroll wheel once to save the selection.
Backlight:
The Backlight field adjusts the backlight appearance time and brightness. You have the option to turn the
backlight On or Off or set how long the display stays lit (3, 10, 20, 30, 45 or 60 seconds).
Battery:
Select from Alka (default), LiIon, LiPo or NiMH battery types. Note that when the battery type is changed the
Battery alarm automatically changes for the correct type of battery chemistry.
DRIVE MODE
Every model can have up to 4 drive modes programmed to a switch or button for On-The-
Fly adjustments.
Once a drive mode is selected, changes to model setup, trim and timers will only affect that drive mode.
1. Select the On The Fly (OTF) switch to switch between drive modes.
2. Scroll down to Modes; Drive Mode 1 and click the scroll wheel to rename the mode if desired.
3. Select the (+) to add a new Drive Mode.
TELEMETRY
The telemetry screen allows for easy access to all telemetry sensors and settings.
To add telemetry sensors:
1. Select an empty slot.
2. Push the scroll wheel once and scroll to find the desired telemetry sensor.
3. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
To edit telemetry sensors:
1. Select the sensor from the list.
2. Push the scroll wheel once to open that sensors settings.
3. Adjust sensor parameters.
4. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
Settings: Chose how telemetry is displayed on the transmitter.
File Settings:
• Displays File name of saved telemetry files.
• Inhibit, activate telemetry file saving.
FUNCTION LIST
• Display
• Trims
• Sounds
• About
• Calibrate

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SYSTEM SETTINGS (CONTINUED)
FUNCTION LIST
Language:
Change the transmitters language.
Inactive Alarm:
An alarm activates if the transmitter sees a period of inactivity for a certain amount of time. The alarm is
helpful in reminding you to power off the transmitter and avoiding a situation where the transmitter battery
completely discharges.
• Inh (No alarm sounds)
• 5 min
• 10 min (Default)
• 30 min
• 60 min
TRIMS
Assign Trims to any trimmer or switch on the transmitter.
1. Select the Trim position from the list.
2. Push the scroll wheel once to select the position.
3. Scroll to select the Trim desired in that position.
4. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
SOUND SETTINGS
Turn system sounds ON/OFF.
1. Select the sound from the list.
2. Push the scroll wheel once to Activate/Inhibit.
3. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
ABOUT
Displays the transmitter’s Serial Number.
CALIBRATE
Use this menu to calibrate controls. After making any physical transmitter changes it is recommended to
calibrate the transmitter.
1. Move the Steering Wheel, Throttle/Brake and the knob from stop to stop.
2. Centert the knob.
3. Save when finished or cancel to go back.
Alarm:
Set the low voltage for each battery type. The recommended low voltage threshold is set by default for each
battery type.
CAUTION: Never select NiMH when a LiPo/Li-Ion battery is installed in the transmitter. Doing so may over-
discharge the LiPo battery and damage the battery, transmitter or both.
CAUTION: Never adjust the low voltage limit for the LiPo/Li-Ion battery pack below 6.4V. Doing so could
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Press and hold the scroll wheel while powering on the transmitter to show the System Setup list. No radio transmission occurs when a
System Setup screen is displayed, preventing accidental damage to linkages and servos during changes to programming.
You can also enter the System Setup from the Function list without turning the transmitter off. A Caution screen will appear that warns
that RF will be disabled (the transmitter will no longer transmit). Press YES if you are sure and want to access
the System List. If you are not sure, press NO to exit to the main screen and continue operation.
If you do not press YES or NO, the system will exit to the main screen and continue operation within
approximately 10 seconds.
WARNING: Do not press YES unless the model is turned off and secured.
SYSTEM SETUP
MODEL SELECT
MODEL UTILITIES
Model Select enables you to access any of the 250 internal model memory locations in the Model Select list.
1. Scroll to the desired model memory in the Model Select list.
2. When the desired model memory is highlighted, click the scroll wheel once to select the model. The
transmitter returns to the Main Screen.
3. Add a new model by rolling to the bottom of the list. You will then be prompted with the Create New
Model screen.
CAUTION: NEVER change the model in Model Select while operating a model. Changing the model
memory interrupts the transmitter signal to the receiver and may cause loss of vehicle control,
damage or personal injury.
In the Model Utilities function you can create a new model,delete a model, copy a model, reset a model to default
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1. Select the CREATE NEW MODEL and click the scroll wheel.
2. Select CREATE to create a new model or CANCEL to go back.
3. The new model is available in the model select list.
CAUTION: NEVER change the model in Model Select while operating a model. Changing the model
memory interrupts the transmitter signal to the receiver and may cause loss of vehicle control,
damage or personal injury.
Use this selection to permanently delete a model from the model select list. If you do not wish to delete a
model, select Cancel to exit the page.
1. To delete a model, highlight the model listed. Press to select then roll to the model name. Click the scroll
wheel to select.
2. Select DELETE to delete the model.
Use the Model Reset menu to delete all model programming in the active model memory. Reset returns all
model settings to the default settings and erases all programming in the selected model.
IMPORTANT: After a model reset, it is necessary to re-bind.
With this function you can sort the model order in the model select function. This is helpful to group similar
models together to make them easy to find. To move a model, highlight the model that you wish to move with
the scroll wheel, then click the scroll wheel to select it. Scroll the scroll wheel to move the selected model to
the position desired. Click the scroll wheel when you have the model in the position desired.
The Model Copy menu enables you to duplicate model programming from one Model List location to another.
Use Model Copy to:
• Save a default model copy before experimenting with programming values
• Expedite programming for a model using a similar programming setup
IMPORTANT: Copying a model program from one model memory to another will erase any programming in the
“To” model memory.
To copy model programming:
1. Select where to save the copied memory by selecting “TO” and scroll to ADD NEW MODEL. Click the
scroll wheel once to save the selection. To save over a current model select that model from the list.
2. Select the model to be copied by selecting “From” and scroll to the model to be Copied.
3. Scroll down to COPY at the bottom of the screen and click the scroll wheel once.
4. Confirm the copy by selecting COPY or CANCEL to go back.
You cannot use the Model Copy screen to copy model programming to an SD Card. To copy model
programming to the SD Card, please see “Transfer SD Card”.
SYSTEM SETUP
CREATE NEW MODEL
DELETE MODEL
RESET MODEL
SORT MODEL LIST
COPY MODEL