DXe DSMX
®
Transmitter
SPM1000, SPMR1000
Instruction Manual | Bedienungsanleitung | Manuel d’utilisation | Manuale di Istruzioni
WARNING:
Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product cor-
rectly 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 mechanical 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 technology.
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.
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 a little or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION:
Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious 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
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
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
Pilot Safety Precautions and Warnings
• Always make sure all batteries are fully charged before flying.
• Time flights so you can fly safely within the time allotted by your battery.
• Make sure all control surfaces correctly respond to transmitter controls
before flying.
• Do NOT fly a model near spectators, parking areas or any other area that
could result in injury to people or damage to property.
• Do NOT fly during adverse weather conditions. Poor visibility, wind, moisture
and ice can cause pilot disorientation and/or loss of control of a model.
• When a flying model does not respond correctly to controls, land the model
and correct the cause of the problem.
Battery and Charging Warnings
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 (such as ceramic and tile), as they can get hot
• 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
Transmitter Control
1 Antenna
2 LED
3 Wireless Trainer Bind Button
4 Dual Rate Switch
(2 pos switch)
5
Throttle/Aileron Stick
(Throttle/Roll: Mode 1)
Elevator/Aileron Stick
(Pitch/Roll: Mode 2)
Throttle/Rudder Stick
(Throttle/Yaw: Mode 3)
Elevator/Rudder Stick
(Pitch/Yaw: Mode 4)
6 Elevator Trim
(Pitch: Mode 2,4)
Throttle Trim
(Mode 1,3)
7 Aileron Trim
(Roll: Mode 1,2)
Rudder Trim
(Yaw: Mode 3,4)
8 Power Switch
9 Neck Strap Mount
10 Rudder Trim
(Yaw: Mode 1, 2)
Aileron Trim
(Roll: Mode 3, 4)
11
Elevator/Rudder Stick
(Pitch/Yaw: Mode 1)
Throttle/Rudder Stick
(Throttle/Yaw: Mode 2)
Elevator/Aileron Stick
(Pitch/Roll: Mode 3)
Throttle/Aileron Stick
(Throttle/Roll: Mode 4)
12 Throttle Trim
(
Mode 2
)
Elevator Trim
(
Mode 1
)
13 Aux Switch
(2 pos switch)
14 Flight Mode Switch
(3 pos switch)
15 Flap Switch
(3 pos switch)
16 Bind/Panic Button
17 Programming Port
18 Optional Lithium Ion Battery Charge Port
19 Battery Cover
20 Trainer Port
21 Motor/ Throttle Cut Switch
(2 pos switch)
22 Handle
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Transmitter and Receiver Binding
1.
Lower the throttle to the lowest position and make sure the transmitter
is powered off.
2.
Insert the bind plug into the BIND/DATA port.
3.
Insert the ESC plug into the THRO port.
4.
Connect the battery to ESC and turn on the ESC switch, if available. The
receiver’s LED will flash rapidly when the receiver is ready to bind.
5.
While pressing the Bind button, power on the transmitter.
6.
Release the Bind button after the receiver’s LED stays illuminated. This
indicates the receiver is bound to the transmitter.
7.
Remove the bind plug from the receiver.
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Transmitter Programming
You can configure the DXe transmitter for different aircraft using the Spektrum™ interface cable.
1.
Download the transmiter programming application from
SpektrumRC.com or from your mobile device (iOS or Android).
2.
Power on the transmitter.
3.
Open the transmiter programming application.
4.
Connect the interface cable to the transmitter and mobile device.
5.
Use the application to program the transmitter.
6.
Press “Update” in the application to save the transmiter programming.
Mode Conversion
Adjust Stick Tension
Programming Conversion:
1.
Download the DXe application from SpektrumRC.com or from your
mobile device (iOS or Android).
2.
Power on the transmitter.
3.
Open the DXe application.
4.
Connect the interface cable to the transmitter and the device.
5.
Use the application to program the Mode Change 1,2,3 or4.
6.
Press “Update” in the application to save the programming.
Mechanical Conversion:
Mechanical conversion is required to change between Modes 1 and 2 or
between Modes 3 and 4. The mechanical conversion consists of the following
steps:
1.
Change the Throttle Ratchet
(A)
2.
Adjust the Elevator Centering Screw (B)
Changing the Throttle Ratchet:
1.
Disconnect the battery holder or optional battery from the transmitter
and set aside.
2.
Remove the six Phillips head screws that secure the rear transmitter
case half.
3.
Put the transmitter face down on a piece of foam or a towel and
remove the rear case.
NOTICE:
Do not pull or disconnect any of the wires attached to the back
transmitter half or damage may result.
4.
Locate the silver throttle friction straps
(A)
on both gimbals. One strap
engages a serrated section on the gimbal for a ratcheted throttle, while
the other strap engages the smooth section on the gimbal.
5.
To change the throttle ratchet, loosen the throttle strap so it does not
touch the throttle gimbal. Tighten the opposite throttle strap to engage
the desired throttle ratchet.
Adjusting the Elevator Centering Screw
When changing between Modes 1 and 2, or between Modes 3 and 4, you
must adjust the elevator centering screw
(B)
.
1.
Hold the Elevator or Throttle stick in the full up or full down position
when you are adjusting the elevator centering screw. Holding the
gimbal stick reduces the load on the elevator centering mechanism and
makes it easier to adjust the centering screw.
2.
Locate the gimbal where the elevator centering spring is engaged. Use
a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the elevator centering screw. Tightening
the screw will disengage the centering spring.
3.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the opposite elevator centering
screw until the lever engages.
You can change transmitter modes among Modes 1, 2, 3 and 4. This conversion requires both a programming and a mechanical change.
Limited Warranty
What this Warranty Covers
Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product
purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
at the date of purchase.
What is Not Covered
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii)
damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use,
or due to improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modification of
or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon
Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not purchased from an authorized
Horizon dealer, (vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical regulations, or
(vii) use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER
WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PAR-
TICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE
DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF
THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.
Purchaser’s Remedy
Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that
Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined by
Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s)
involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole dis-
cretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. SERVICE
OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
Limitation of Liability
HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COM-
MERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED
IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER
THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBIL-
ITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed
the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no
control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall
be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use,
setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you as the purchaser or
user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product,
purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condi-
tion to the place of purchase.
Law
These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conflict of law
principals). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or
modify this warranty at any time without notice.
WARRANTY SERVICES
Questions, Assistance, and Services
Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support
or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started, you must
contact your local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better
answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assis-
tance. For questions or assistance, please visit our website at www.horizonhobby.
com, submit a Product Support Inquiry, or call the toll free telephone number
referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a
Product Support representative.
Inspection or Services
If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country
you live and use the Product in, please use the Horizon Online Service Request
submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Mer-
chandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product securely using a shipping
carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not designed to
withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship via a carrier
that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not
responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. An Online
Service Request is available at http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/_service-
center_render-service-center. If you do not have internet access, please contact
Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for
submitting your product for service. When calling Horizon, you will be asked to
provide your complete name, street address, email address and phone number
where you can be reached during business hours. When sending product into
Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a brief
summary of the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for
warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly
written on the outside of the shipping carton.
NOTICE:
Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you have any issue with
a LiPo battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support
office.
Warranty Requirements
For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales receipt verifying
the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your
Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge. Service or replacement deci-
sions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.
Non-Warranty Service
Should your service not be covered by warranty, service will be completed and pay-
ment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the ex-
pense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item for service
you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification. Service estimates
are available upon request. You must include this request with your item submitted
for service. Non-warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of
labor. In addition you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders
and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover
cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s
Terms and Conditions found on our website
http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/_service-center_render-service-center.
ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in
the country of use and ownership. If received, a non-compliant
Product will not be serviced. Further, the sender will be
responsible for arranging return shipment of the un-serviced
Product, through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at the
sender’s expense. Horizon will hold non-compliant Product
for a period of 60 days from notification, after which it will be
discarded.
Warranty and Service Contact Information
FCC Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable
regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency range.
Antenna Separation Distance
When operating your Spektrum transmitter, please be sure to maintain a separation distance of at least 5 cm between your body (excluding
fingers, hands, wrists, ankles and feet) and the antenna to meet RF exposure safety requirements as determined by FCC regulations.
The following illustrations show the approximate 5 cm RF exposure area and typical hand placement when operating your Spektrum
transmitter.
IC Information
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
Country of Purchase
Horizon Hobby
Contact Information
Address
United States of America
Horizon Service Center
(Repairs and Repair Requests)
servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/Re-
questForm/
4105 Fieldstone Rd
Champaign, Illinois, 61822 USA
Horizon Product Support
(Product Technical Assistance)
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888-959-2304
Sales
888-959-2304
United Kingdom
Service/Parts/Sales:
Horizon Hobby Limited
Units 1–4 , Ployters Rd, Staple Tye
Harlow, Essex, CM18 7NS, United Kingdom
+44 (0) 1279 641 097
Germany
Horizon Technischer Service
Christian-Junge-Straße 1
25337 Elmshorn, Germany
Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH
+49 (0) 4121 2655 100
France
Service/Parts/Sales:
Horizon Hobby SAS
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77127 Lieusaint, France
+33 (0) 1 60 18 34 90
China
Service/Parts/Sales:
Horizon Hobby – China
Room 506, No. 97 Changshou Rd.
Shanghai, China 200060
+86 (021) 5180 9868
FAA Information
Prior to flying, contact your local or regional modeling organizations for guid-
ance and familiarize yourself with the current local rules and FAA regulations
governing model aviation in your location.
More information about model aviation can be found at
www.modelaircraft.org.
The Federal Aviation Administration can be found online at
www.faa.gov.
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code
http://www.modelaircraft.org/files/105.PDF
Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of the R&TTE and EMC Directive.
A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online at: http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support-render-compliance.
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 to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated
collections 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 for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.
EU COMPLIANCE STATEMENT:
B
C
C
A
1.
Disconnect the battery holder or optional battery from the transmitter
and set aside.
2.
Remove the six Phillips head screws that secure the rear transmitter
case half.
3.
Put the transmitter face down on a piece of foam or a towel and
remove the rear case.
4.
Tighten or loosen the screws
(C)
a small amount using a small Phillips
screwdriver.
NOTICE:
Always do a test of stick tension while turning these screws to en-
sure stick tension is not too loose or too tight. Tightening a screw too much
can damage a spring. Loosening a screw too much can let a spring fall off
and cause short-circuit in the transmitter.
CAUTION:
Always power off the transmitter, disconnect and remove
the battery before adjusting stick tension or friction straps. Not doing
so could result in property damage or injury.
CAUTION:
If using rechargeable batteries, charge only rechargeable
batteries. Charging non-rechargeable batteries may cause the batter-
ies to burst, resulting in injury to persons and/or damage to property.
CAUTION:
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to national regulations.
Optional Lithium Ion Battery Pack
Installing the Transmitter Batteries
1.
Remove battery cover from the back of the transmitter.
2.
Remove the AA battery holder and disconnect from the
transmitter power port.
3.
Remove the Rectangle shaped foam and flat foam from the battery
compartment.
4.
Connect the battery pack (SPMA9602) to the transmitter
power port.
5.
Install the optional Lithium Ion battery pack into the
transmitter. Use care not to pinch the wires.
6.
Install the battery cover.
CAUTION:
Never connect an external battery charger to your DXe
transmitter.
CAUTION:
Never leave a charging battery unattended.
CAUTION:
Never charge a battery overnight.
1.
Remove battery cover from the back of the transmitter.
2.
Install 4 AA batteries into battery holder.
3.
Install the battery cover.
