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Night Timber X 1.2m
Prefl ight
Transmitter Setup (BNF Basic)
IMPORTANT:
After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and
receiver to set the desired failsafe positions.
Dual Rates
Take fi rst fl ights in SAFE Select mode. For landings, use high rate
elevator.
NOTICE:
To ensure AS3X
®
technology functions properly, do not lower rate
values below 50%. If lower rates are desired, manually adjust the position of
the pushrods on the servo arm.
NOTICE:
If oscillation occurs at high speed, refer to the Troubleshooting
Guide for more information.
Expo
After fi rst fl ights, you may adjust expo in your transmitter.
To expand the aerobatic capability of the Night Timber X, the fl aps can be
confi gured to move with the ailerons for full span ailerons. To keep the SAFE
Select functionality with full span ailerons, a 7 channel or more transmitter is
required. See the BNF advanced receiver setup page later in this manual
for details.
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Some of the terminology and function locations used in the iX12 programming may
be slightly different than other Spektrum AirWare™ radios. The names given in
parenthesis correspond to the iX12 programming terminology. Consult your transmitter
manual for specifi c information about programming your transmitter.
* Flap programming values may vary slightly. For your initial fl ights use the
recommended fl ap travel settings provided in the Flaps section and adjust the fl ap
travel to your preference on subsequent fl ights.
Computerized Transmitter Setup
Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO model (perform a model reset),
then name the model.
Set Dual Rates to
HIGH 100%
LOW 70%
Set Servo Travel to
100%
Set Throttle Cut to
-100%
DXe
Refer to spektrumrc.com for the appropriate download setup.
DX7S
DX8
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Go to CHANNEL ASSIGN:
CHANNEL INPUT CONFIG
AUX2
Switch
A
4. Set WING TYPE: 1 AIL 1 FLAP
5. Go to Digital Switch Setup:
Switch:
Switch
A
Pos
0:
-100
Pos
1:
-100
no motor reversing
Pos 1: 100
motor reversing
6. Go to the FUNCTION LIST
7. Set FLAP SYSTEM: Choose Flap
NORM: -0% FLAP
MID: 50% FLAP
14% Elevator
LAND: 100% FLAP
20% Elevator
SPEED 2.0S: SWITCH = FLAP
DX6e
DX6 (Gen2)
DX7 (Gen2)
DX8e
DX8 (Gen2)
DX9
DX10t
DX18
DX20
iX12
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP (Model Utilities)
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2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Go to CHANNEL ASSIGN:
Not available on DX6 or DX6e transmitters
CHANNEL INPUT CONFIG
AUX2
Switch
A
4. Set AIRCRAFT TYPE (Model Setup, Aircraft Type)
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:
WING: 1 AIL 1 FLAP
5. Go to Digital Switch Setup:
Not available on DX6 or DX6e transmitters
Switch:
Switch
A
Pos
0:
-100
Pos
1:
-100
no motor reversing
Pos 1: 100
motor reversing
6. Go to the FUNCTION LIST (Model Adjust)
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7. Set FLAP SYSTEM:
SELECT SWITCH D:
POS 0: 0% FLAP*
POS 1: 50% FLAP*
14% Elevator
POS 2: 100% FLAP*
20% Elevator
SPEED
2.0
SAFE
®
Select Technology (BNF Basic)
The evolutionary SAFE
®
Select technology can offer an extra level of protection so you can perform the fi rst fl ight with confi dence. No complex transmitter
programming is required. Just follow the simple bind process to make the SAFE Select system active. When activated, bank and pitch limitations keep you from
over-controlling and automatic self-leveling makes recovery from risky or confusing attitudes as simple as releasing the sticks. In fact, with the aileron, elevator
and rudder sticks in the neutral position, SAFE Select will automatically keep the airplane in a straight and level attitude.
Expand the advantage of what SAFE
®
Select technology offers by assigning it to a switch. No transmitter programming is required and you’ll be able to turn
the system ON and OFF with the fl ip of a switch. For example, turn SAFE select ON for takeoffs to counter the torque of the propeller. Turn it OFF in fl ight for
unrestricted aerobatic performance, and turn it back ON when a buddy wants to try out your cool aircraft. Turn SAFE Select ON for landings. As you drop the fl aps,
SAFE Select reduces your workload by compensating for pitch changes automatically, regardless of throttle position. It will help keep the correct pitch attitude and
wings level during the fi nal approach. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, SAFE Select can make your fl ights a great experience.
When the normal bind process is followed, the SAFE Select system is disabled, leaving specially tuned AS3X
®
technology in place to deliver a pure, unrestricted
fl ight experience.
1. Remove and inspect contents.
2. Read this instruction manual thoroughly.
3. Charge the fl ight battery.
4. Setup Transmitter using transmitter setup chart.
5. Fully assemble the airplane.
6. Install the fl ight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged).
7. Check the Center of Gravity (CG).
8. Bind the aircraft to your transmitter.
9. Make sure linkages move freely.
10. Test the fl ap operation.
11. Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter.
12. Perform the AS3X Control Direction Test with the aircraft.
13. Adjust fl ight controls and transmitter.
14. Perform a radio system Range Test.
15. Find a safe open area to fl y.
16. Plan fl ight for fl ying fi eld conditions.
