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Spektrum AR7100

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Spektrum AR7100

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Battery Requirements

Important

The AR7100 and AR7100R require that at least one remote receiver 

(included) be plugged into port B or R to operate.

Specifications

AR7100/ AR7100R

Voltage input - 6.0 to 10.0 volts/ 5 to 7 cell NiMH or 2-cell LiPo

Minimum receiver operational voltage - 3.5 volts

Minimum regulator operational voltage - 5.5 volts

Output voltage -  Rudder, Aux 2, Throttle 2, Gear 2 = 5.2 volts/ 

all other channels unregulated (for high voltage 

compatible servos only)

Max regulated channel current - 2 amp continuous

Resolution - 2048  

Dimensions LxWxH - 47.3x40.2x14.2mm/ 1.86x.1.58x .56 in

Weight - 1.1 oz / 32.5 g

Switch -  Soft Switch (Switch port can also be used with charge 

adaptors (included))

Connector type - EC3

Note: When the battery is connected to the AR71000/AR7100R a low 

current drain of less than 1mA occurs even when the soft switch is 

turned off. If the system is going to be stored for any length of time 

it’s important that the battery be disconnected from the AR7100 to 

prevent overdischarge.

Remote Receiver

Dimensions LxWxH - 25.8x20.2x6.8mm/ 1.02x.80x.27 in

Weight - 0.1 oz / 5.0 g

Items Included

AR7100/AR7100R Receiver

Remote Receiver - SPM9545

9” Remote Extension Lead - SPM9011

Soft Switch - SPM6820

Charge ON/OFF Adaptor Lead - SPM6821

Backplate Rpm Sensor (AR7100R only) - SPM6823

Bind Plug - SPM6803

Instruction Manual

Optional Items

• Batteries:

       LiPo Receiver Pack 1350mAh - SPMB1350LP*     

       LiPo Receiver Pack 2000mAh - SPMB2000LP*

       LiPo Receiver Pack 4000mAh - SPMB4000LP*

       LiPo Receiver Pack 6000mAh - SPMB6000LP *

       1650mAh 6.0V NiMH Receiver Pack - SPMB1650NM

       2150mAh 6.0V NiMH Receiver Pack - SPMB2150NM

       2700mAh 6.0V NiMH Receiver Pack - SPMB2700NM

       4500mAh 6.0V NiMH Receiver Pack - SPMB4500NM

• Flight Log Data Recorder - SPM9540

• Additional Remote Receiver - SPM9545

• 6” Remote Receiver Extension - SPM9010

• 9” Remote Receiver Extension - SPM9011

• 12” Remote Receiver Extension - SPM9012

• 24” Remote Receiver Extension - SPM9013

* LiPo Packs require the use of high voltage cyclic servos.

IMPORTANT: Do not use a 4-cell 4.8-volt battery to power 

the AR7100/AR7100R. 

Because of the built-in regulator the 

AR7100/AR7100R has a minimum recommended operational battery 

voltage of 5.5 volts and is designed to use 6-volt 5-cell NiMH, 

7.2-volts 7-cell NiMH or 7.4-volt 2-cell LiPo batteries. (Higher 

voltage should be used only if the servos are compatible.) While 

the AR7100 will continue to operate down to 3.5 volts, the AR7100/ 

AR7100R features a built-in 5.2-volt regulator for the Rudder, Aux 

2, Gear 2, Throttle 2 channels output. A 4-cell 4.8-volt battery will 

not provide sufficient head room (voltage margin) to maintain a 5.2 

regulated voltage. Regulated outputs are provided to allow the gyro, 

gyro gain and throttle to be operated at the necessary lower voltage 

while the cyclic servos (aileron, elevator and pitch) are powered 

directly by the pack voltage (typically 5-cell 6-volt NiMH or if high 

voltage compatible servos are used 2-cell 7.4-volt LiPo batteries).

Features (continued)

Features (continued)

Summary of Contents for AR7100 Series

Page 1: ...e 12848 2008 DSM and DSM2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby Inc Spektrum is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc Spektrum radios and accessories are exclusively available from Horizon Hobby Inc ...

Page 2: ...nd throttle servos are regulated to 5 2 volts necessary to be compatible with most manufacturer s gyros and tail rotor servos The R version AR7100R features an integrated RevLimit limiter that includes an easy to install backplate rpm sensor eliminating the hassles of installing magnets in the fan and mounting hall effect rpm sensors on the engine or frame And because it s integrated with a single...

Page 3: ...k 1350mAh SPMB1350LP LiPo Receiver Pack 2000mAh SPMB2000LP LiPo Receiver Pack 4000mAh SPMB4000LP LiPo Receiver Pack 6000mAh SPMB6000LP 1650mAh 6 0V NiMH Receiver Pack SPMB1650NM 2150mAh 6 0V NiMH Receiver Pack SPMB2150NM 2700mAh 6 0V NiMH Receiver Pack SPMB2700NM 4500mAh 6 0V NiMH Receiver Pack SPMB4500NM Flight Log Data Recorder SPM9540 Additional Remote Receiver SPM9545 6 Remote Receiver Extensi...

Page 4: ...iamps used per 8 minute flight 173mAh In the above example the average current was 1 15 amps which calculates to 153mAh per 8 minutes typical flight length It s recommended that only 60 of the available capacity be used to ensure plenty of reserve battery capacity In this example using 2000mAh batteries 2000 x 60 1200mAh available usable capacity divided by the capacity used per 8 minute flight 15...

Page 5: ... into the receiver ports NOTE It s necessary that one receiver be plugged into port B or R in order to operate The receiver should be mounted at least 2 away from the main receiver with the antennas perpendicular If using the RevLimit Limiter AR7100R only mount the rpm sensor and bracket to the backplate under two backplate screws of your engine as shown Note Threadlock must be used on the screws ...

Page 6: ...a flight log or voltmeter If the voltmeter is plugged directly into the male male extension the system is active and voltage under load system operational is displayed If plugged into the charging lead the at rest battery voltage is displayed Install the adaptor lead as shown to the right 2 T urn on the soft switch Note that the LEDs on all receivers should be flashing indicating that the receiver...

Page 7: ... system should connect in less than 15 seconds The receiver is now programmed for preset failsafe Note Fail safe positions are stored via the stick and switch positions on the transmitter during binding Before each flying session and especially with a new model it s important to perform a range check All Spektrum aircraft transmitters incorporate a range testing system which reduces the output pow...

Page 8: ...the AR7100 AR7100R The screen will automatically display voltage i e 6v2 6 2 volts Note When the voltage reaches 4 8 volts or less the screen will flash indicating low voltage Press the button to display the following information A Antenna fades on the internal antenna B Antenna fades on the left external antenna L Not used R Antenna fades on the right external if used F Frame loss H Holds Antenna...

Page 9: ...ensor mount has two positions extended for 90 size engines and retracted for 50 size engines When installed the rpm sensor should just contact the backplate No additional magnets or brackets are needed The rpm sensor picks up the magnetic effect of the crankpin as it passes the rpm sensor Install the servos in their appropriately labeled ports Note The throttle and gear channels have two outputs O...

Page 10: ...de on the X9303 2 4GHz or Aux 2 on the DX7 The servo monitor is helpful here 3 Set the throttle trim to the low off position 4 With the throttle stick at low throttle turn on the transmitter then turn on the receiver within three seconds toggle the switch that will control the limiter The ACT LED on the receiver will flash green indicating that the calibration mode is successfully entered 5 Raise ...

Page 11: ...on Hobby Inc from Model Avionics Calibration continued Adjusting Throttle Curves How the Limiter Works continued Warranty Period Exclusive Warranty Horizon Hobby Inc Horizon warranties that the Products purchased the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase by the Purchaser Limited Warranty a This warranty is limited to the ori...

Page 12: ... for any non warranty expenses and a brief summary of the problem Your original sales receipt must also be included for warranty consideration Be sure your name address and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton Warranty Inspection and Repairs To receive warranty service you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof of purchase date Provided warrant...

Page 13: ... handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment ...

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