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SPEKTRUM DX6e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Swashplate

The Swashplate menu option enables you to adjust the following:

• Swashplate Mix
• Exponential
• E-Ring
• Elevator Compensation 

Use positive or negative Swashplate mix values as needed for 
correct direction response of the helicopter.
Before making adjustments to the Swashplate mix, make sure the 
throttle/collective pitch input moves the entire swashplate up or 
down. If the servos are not moving in the same direction, reverse 
them as necessary in the Servo Setup menu option.
When the entire swashplate moves up or down:

1. Adjust the mix value for the Aileron and Elevator channels. If 

the servos do not move in the correct direction, change the 
direction of the mix—for example, a positive value instead of 
a negative value.

2. Adjust the mix value for the Pitch. If the swashplate does not 

move in the correct direction, change the direction of the value 
(negative instead of positive). 

Always enable Expo when using a standard rotating-arm servo.
The Expo delivers linear movement of the swashplate from a 
standard rotary servo. When Expo is inhibited, the arm on a 
rotary servo moves on a curved path with decreased swashplate 
movement at the extremes of the servo arm travel. 

NOTICE: 

Do not enable Expo when using a linear servo.

Electronic E-Ring

This feature prevents over driving servos by limiting servo travel if 
the sum of your cyclic and pitch inputs exceeds servo limits.

Gyro

The Gyro menu option enables you to assign a gyro gain value 
to an independent switch or a Flight Mode. Assign the receiver 
channel connected to the gyro, then assign the switch for gyro 
options. You can also assign values to available switch positions 
(from 1 to 4 rates are available, depending on the switch 
assigned). Make sure the gyro operates correctly and 
compensates in the correct direction.

Mixing 

Cyclic to Throttle

Cyclic to Throttle mix prevents rpm loss when aileron, elevator or 
rudder inputs are given. This mix advances the throttle position 
with cyclic or rudder control to maintain rpm. At full throttle, Cyclic 
to Throttle mixing prevents the throttle from over driving the servo.

IMPORTANT: 

Do not use Cyclic to Throttle mix when using a 

governor.

To verify that the Cyclic to Throttle mix is working properly and in 
the correct direction, move the fl ight mode switch to one of the 
active positions. Move the programmed cyclic or rudder channel, 
noting the throttle position. The throttle position should increase.

If the throttle decreases, then the opposite value (positive vs. 
negative) is needed.

Swashplate

The Swashplate Mix typically corrects swashplate timing issues by 
mixing Aileron to Elevator and Elevator to Aileron. When adjusted 
correctly, the Swashplate causes the helicopter to roll and pitch 
accurately with minimal interaction.

HELI (HELICOPTER)

Summary of Contents for DX6E

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d utilisation Manuale di Istruzioni 6e 6...

Page 2: ...hazardous when operated and maintained incorrectly Always install and operate a radio control system correctly Always pilot a model so the model is kept under control in all conditions Please seek hel...

Page 3: ...re Software Version 24 Transfer SD card 25 Import Model 25 Export Model 25 Update Spektrum AirWare Software Servo Setup 26 Travel Adjust 26 Sub Trim 26 Reverse 26 Function list 26 Differential ACRO an...

Page 4: ...his 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 ba...

Page 5: ...at a rate of 0 5 amps The charge port on the battery is not polarity dependent NOTICE Never connect an external battery charger to your DX6e transmitter Always charge the transmitter on a heat resist...

Page 6: ...Rudder Trim Mode 1 2 Aileron Trim Mode 3 4 Function 18 Throttle Tension Adjustment Throttle Ratchet Adjustment Mode 2 4 19 Elevator Rudder Stick Mode 1 Throttle Rudder Stick Mode 2 Elevator Aileron S...

Page 7: ...ning 5 Charge Port For use with optional Lithium Ion Battery 6 Battery Cover Function 7 Mode change door 8 Mode change slider 9 Antenna rotation tension TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS Powering the DX6e On and...

Page 8: ...1 2 up down or left right Enter Choose or Exit Move between options or change value in an option Hold for 3 seconds and release to move to the Main Screen Turn Hold Press Tip The tick mark below shows...

Page 9: ...er off the transmitter and remove the SD Card from the transmitter To Upload the serial number to www spektrumrc com 1 Insert the SD Card in your computer and check the contents of the SD card on your...

Page 10: ...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 SD card from the computer 4 Make sure the transmi...

Page 11: ...glows solid 7 Release the bind button Installation Install the receiver in the normal position recommended by the airplane s manufacturer Double sided tape or foam can be used to secure the receiver...

Page 12: ...le Hold Last Command The Hold Last Command failsafe maintains the last command on all channels except throttle If the radio signal is lost the aircraft maintains the commanded control inputs until the...

Page 13: ...tilities Warnings Telemetry Bind Trainer Digital Switch Setup System Settings Transfer SD Card Function List Servo Setup D R and Expo Throttle Cut Throttle Curve Pitch Curve Swashplate Gyro Mixing Ran...

Page 14: ...When the desired model memory is highlighted press the scroll wheel once to select the model The transmitter returns to the System Setup List 3 Add a new model by rolling to the bottom of the list You...

Page 15: ...3P Switch 2 number of positions 2P 3P 2P 3P Flight Mode 1 Launch Launch Launch Launch Launch Launch 2 Cruise Cruise Cruise Cruise Cruise Cruise 3 Land Land Land 4 Thermal Thermal Thermal Thermal 5 Spe...

Page 16: ...ter throttle channel 1 Scroll to the receiver channel you wish to change 2 Press the scroll wheel once and scroll left or right to change the receiver input selection 3 Press the scroll wheel a second...

Page 17: ...e 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 p...

Page 18: ...h to move with the scroll wheel then press the scroll wheel to select it Scroll the scroll wheel to move the selected model to the position desired Press the scroll wheel when you have the model in th...

Page 19: ...elemetry Auto Con guration IMPORTANT The Auto Config option is not available from the System Setup Telemetry menu RF signal must be transmitting when you use the Auto Config option When the System Set...

Page 20: ...the scroll wheel once to save the selection Enabled When Enabled is set to NO Data Logging is turned off Select YES to save Telemetry data to the SD Card The SD Card must be installed in the transmit...

Page 21: ...ter Pilot Link Master enables you to program the master transmitter to transfer any or all individual channels when you activate the trainer switch Pilot Link Master is ideal for complex models as the...

Page 22: ...entage adjusts the backlight intensity and it is adjustable in 10 increments from 10 darker to 100 brighter Mode You can easily change the transmitter Modes from 1 2 3 and 4 Use the slider found on th...

Page 23: ...he current alarm time and press the scroll wheel 2 Scroll left or right to change the alarm time Press the scroll wheel to save the selection The Extra Settings screen enables you to Turn sounds off o...

Page 24: ...n Return both gimbal sticks to the center position 2 Select SAVE to store the calibration Serial Number Exporting the Serial Number to the SD Card You may find it helpful to export the transmitter ser...

Page 25: ...gits 01 to 50 are the destination model number Your SD card can only contain 50 models Save files to folders on the card then remove from the card all unused models Files are selected by their positio...

Page 26: ...ave the selection Sub Trim Sub Trim adjusts the servo travel center point CAUTION Use only small sub trim values or you may cause damage to the servo Reverse Use the Reverse menu to reverse the channe...

Page 27: ...croll wheel Scroll right to select On Differential is always on or assign the differential to a switch position 2 Press the scroll wheel a second time to save the selection 3 Scroll to the percentage...

Page 28: ...del memory Select a channel for master and slave Inputs for the master channel control both the master and slave channels For example Elevator to Flap makes elevator the master channel and flap the sl...

Page 29: ...ange Testing the DX6e 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 pla...

Page 30: ...st 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...

Page 31: ...B Tail Normal V Tail A V Tail B Dual Elevator Dual Rudder Dual Rud Ele Acro Model Type NOTICE Refer to your airplane manual for recommended control throws CAUTION Always do a Control Test of your mode...

Page 32: ...ist 3 Access the Function List from the Main Screen and select Flap System 4 Select Inhibit and scroll to the switch or lever you wish to use to control the flap channel 5 Assign the Flap travel value...

Page 33: ...n reverse function properly Pitch Curve This function supports adjustment of collective pitch in 5 flight modes To adjust the Pitch Curve 1 Select the Pitch Curve you wish to edit N 1 or 2 2 Scroll ri...

Page 34: ...is feature prevents over driving servos by limiting servo travel if the sum of your cyclic and pitch inputs exceeds servo limits Gyro The Gyro menu option enables you to assign a gyro gain value to an...

Page 35: ...s the control surfaces to transition over a period of time up to 30 seconds when you change flight modes Move the flight mode switch to the desired position to change the Camber Preset values Wing 1 S...

Page 36: ...Camber System The Flap to Elevator mix operates as a curve so that the elevator moves down the most during the first 20 of flap deployment decreases over the next 40 then remains the same from 60 to 1...

Page 37: ...uts for each Flight Mode Each channel can be assigned any switch on the transmitter including but not limited to trim switches gimbals and the Clear Back buttons Example Assign Flight Mode 1 to be you...

Page 38: ...tor Motor Cut activates regardless of Flight Mode When you activate Motor Cut the ALT channel moves to the pre programmed position normally Off You may need to use a negative value to move the ALT cha...

Page 39: ...ips screwdriver to tighten the stick tension and counter clockwise to loosen NOTICE Always do a test of stick tension while turning these screws to ensure stick tension is not too loose or too tight T...

Page 40: ...the programming Programming Conversion 1 Access the System Settings menu from the Setup List and select the desired Mode 2 Exit the System Settings menu to save the selection Calibrating After changin...

Page 41: ...eceiver or receiver extension Required remote receiver is not connected The receiver goes into failsafe mode a short distance away from the transmitter Check the receiver antenna to be sure it is not...

Page 42: ...better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance For questions or assistance please visit our website at www horizonhobby com submit a Product Support Inquir...

Page 43: ...e limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not instal...

Page 44: ...ation can be found online at www faa gov Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union This product must not be disposed of with other waste Instead it is the user s responsibility...

Page 45: ...angar 9 and the Horizon Hobby logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby LLC The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc The SD Logo is a trademark of...

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