FrSky 2.4GHz ACCST Taranis X9E Manual
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1. EU version Compatible Receivers Number of Output Channels Notice Older V8 receivers are not supported by the internal module but can be used with an external DJT module in V8 mode The EU version of Taranis X9E only has FrSky D16 EU Mode Step 2 Set the Channel Range The internal RF module of Taranis X9E supports up to 16 channels The channel range is configurable and needs double check before use Step 3 Set the Receiver Number When you create a new model the system will assign you a receiver number automatically but this can be easily changed The range of the receiver number is 00 63 with the default number being 01 use o 00 is not recommended Once the receiver is set to the desired number and is bound to the Taranis X9E the bind procedure will not need to be repeated unless the receiver number is changed In this case either set the receiver number to the previous one repeat the bind procedure FrSky Electronic Co Ltd Website www frsky rc com E mail frsky frsky rc com Technical Support sales4tech gmail com ENS y www frsky rc com A Cautions on handling antenna Do not touch the antenna during operation Doing so could interfere with transmission causing a crash Do not carry the transmitter by the antenna The antenna wire could break and prevent transmission Donot pull the antenna forcefully The antenna wire could break and prevent transmission Specifications Model Name Taranis X9E Number of Ch2. technician for help RF warning statement The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction CE The product may be used freely in these countries Germany UK Italy Spain Belgium Netherlands Portugal Greece Ireland Denmark Luxembourg Austria Finland Sweden Norway and Iceland France the law permits the emission band 2400 to 2483 5 MHz with the limitation of transmission power of 100 mW reduced to 10 mW between 2454 and 2483 5 MHz for outdoor flying FLYING SAFETY A Warning To ensure the safety of yourself and others please observe the following precautions Have regular maintenance performed Although your TARANIS X9E protects the model memories with non volatile EEPROM memory which does not require periodic replacement and of a battery it still should have regular check ups for wear and tear We recommend sending your system to your FrSky Service Center annually during your non flying season for a complete check up and service Battery Charge the batteries Using the standard Taranis battery and charger always recharge the transmitter and receiver batteries for at least 8 hours before each flying session A low battery will soon die causing loss of control and a crash When you begin your flying session reset your transmitter s built in timer and during the session pay attention to the duration of usage Also i
3. D WWW TrSKy rc com Fr SKY EE FrSky 2 4GHz ACCST Taranis X9E Manual Introduction Thank you for purchasing the FrSky 2 4GHz ACCST TARANIS X9E digital telemetry radio system In order to make the best use of your system and to fly safely please read this manual carefully If you have any difficulties while using your system please consult the manual your hobby dealer or FrSky technical support Due to unforeseen changes in production the information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice Meanings of Special Markings Pay special attention to safety where indicated by the following marks A DANGER Procedures which may lead to dangerous conditions and cause death serious injury if not carried out properly A WARNING Procedures which may lead to a dangerous condition or cause death or serious injury to the user if not carried out properly or procedures where the probability of superficial injury or physical damage is high A CAUTION Procedures where the possibility of serious injury to the user is small but there is a danger of injury or physical damage if not carried out properly Mandatory Prohibited A Warning Always keep electrical components away from small children Segment LCD Screen Bluetooth antenna X9E antenna Overview SA 3 positions Short Lever aen z SB 3 positions Long Lever switc or OK O C O Q SE OOO6C 92606 SC 3 positions Long Lever ii
4. an FrSky please choose PPM mode FrSky Electronic Co Ltd Website www frsky rc com E mail frsky frsky rc com Technical Support sales4tech gmail com FCC Statement Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These 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 installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications Make sure you set the country code to your corresponding country to match the regulations However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV
5. annels Up to 16 channels Operating Voltage Range 6 15V 2S 3S Lipos are acceptable Operating Current 260mA maximum both RF module and backlit are on Operating Temperature 10 60 C Backlight LCD Screen 212 64 Model Memories 60 extendable by SD card Compatibility FrSky X series D series and V8 II series receivers plus other receivers if an external module is used Taranis X9E EU version is only compatible with X series receiver EU version Features Quad Ball Bearing Gimbals Receiver Signal Strength Indicator RSSI Alerts Receiver Match Super Low Latency Audio Speech Outputs values alarms settings etc Smart Port Supported Antenna Status Detection and Adjustment Vibration Alerts Real time Flight Data Logging Bluetooth Switch Numbers Extendable Battery Connector Polarity Ensure that the battery connector polarity is correct when connecting batteries other than the provided 8cell NiMH battery into the battery compartment otherwise the Taranis X9E might not be powered on Please connect the provided battery in the battery compartment before use The eight cell NiMH battery is for use only in your TARANIS X9E Be sure to use the built in battery charger to charge the battery Be careful not to drop the battery Don t pull the battery wires as this could produce short circuits and cause the battery to explode Do not remove the battery from the TARANIS X9E transmitter while the volta
6. easily move the antenna to correct this situation Before taxiing be sure to extend the transmitter antenna to its full length A collapsed antenna will reduce your flying range and cause a loss of control It is a good idea to avoid pointing the transmitter antenna directly at the model since the signal is weakest in that direction Don t fly in the rain Water or moisture may enter the transmitter through the antenna or stick openings and cause erratic operation or loss of control If you must fly in wet weather during a contest be sure to cover your transmitter with a plastic bag or waterproof barrier Never fly if lightning is expected FrSky Electronic Co Ltd Website www frsky rc com E mail frsky frsky rc com Technical Support sales4tech gmail com FMSK Y Warning Be sure to turn off the power of the transmitter before inserting or removing the MicroSD card As the MicroSD card is a precision device do not use excessive force when inserting If model data generated by a transmitter with a new software version is copied to an one with older software the transmitter may not operate correctly Before copying the model data update the destination transmitter to the new software version Do not expose the MicroSD card to dirt moisture water or fluids of any kind Never remove the MicroSD card or turn off power while entering data Never store the MicroSD card where it may be subject to strong static electricity or magnetic
7. f your model uses a separate receiver battery make sure it is fully charged before each flying session Stop flying long before your batteries become low on charge Do not rely on your radio s low battery warning systems intended only as a precaution to tell you when to recharge Always check your transmitter and receiver batteries prior to each flight FrSky Electronic Co Ltd Website www frsky rc com E mail frsky frsky rc com Technical Support sales4tech gmail com Fr sk Y Nickel metal hydride Battery Safety and Handling instructions IMPORTANT The Nickel Metal Hydride battery NIMH batteries included in the TARANIS X9E transmitter are not to be confused with Lithium Polymer LiPo batteries or any other type of rechargeable battery including NiCd and LiFe NiMH batteries require special charging criteria different than other rechargeable batteries Use only the FrSky transmitter charger included with this set for or other chargers approved by FrSky to charge the NiMH batteries in the TARANIS X9E transmitter Do not attempt to disassemble NiMH packs or cells Do not allow NiMH cells to come in contact with moisture or water at any time Always provide adequate ventilation around NiMH batteries during charge discharge while in use and during storage Do not leave a NiMH battery unattended at any time while being charged or discharged Do not attempt to charge NiMH batteries with a charger that is NOT des
8. fields Do not expose the MicroSD card to direct sunlight excessive humidity or corrosive environments Be certain to insert the MicroSD card in the correct direction ooo DODDO O Read data from a PC Music and image files edited by a PC can be transferred onto the MicroSD card and used on your TARANIS X9E transmitter Equipment for reading and writing MicroSD cards is available at most electronics stores Stored data The life of the MicroSD card is limited due to the use of Flash memory If you have a problem saving or reading data such as picture data after a long period of use you may need to purchase a new MicroSD card o We are not responsible for and cannot compensate for any failure to the data stored in the memory card for any reason Be sure to keep a backup of your models and data in your MicroSD card e TARANIS X9E transmitters and MicroSD cards use non volatile memory devices so that the data stored is retained even without a backup battery Nevertheless it is good practice to back up the data in the transmitter to the MicroSD card The clock for the transmitter does depends on the lithium battery which may need to be replaced occasionally SD Card References You will find a variety of files such as videos artworks for icons voice files detailed user guide etc on the pre installed MicroSD card in the top of Taranis X9E Updates FrSky is continuously adding features and improvements to our radio systems Upda
9. ge warning is blinking as this could cause internal settings and memories to be destroyed Do not use the transmitter if a Backup Error warning occurs Be sure to turn off the Taranis X9E before charging the battery The Power Indicator LED will be on during charging and be off after the charging is finished FrSky Electronic Co Ltd Website www frsky rc com E mail frsky frsky rc com Technical Support sales4tech gmail com Fi 7 Sh yY www frsky rc com Step 4 Bind Bind refers to Taranis X9E binding mode Move the cursor to Bind press ENTER button the cursor will flash and the speaker will beep to remind you that the RF module has entered the bind mode Then put your receiver into binding mode and finish the bind procedure refer to the receiver s manual for details Press Enter or EXIT to exit Step 5 Set Failsafe mode There are 4 failsafe modes No Pulse Hold Custom Receiver this mode only used above opentx v2 0 0 firmware e No Pulse on loss of signal the receiver produces no pulses on any channel To use this type select it in the menu and wait 9 seconds for the failsafe to take effect e Hold the receiver continues to output the last positions before signal was lost To use this type select it in the menu and wait 9 seconds for the failsafe to take effect e Custom pre set to required positions on lost signal Move the cursor to Set and press ENTER you will see FAILSAFE SETTING screen be
10. i j SD 3 positions Short Lever EA N J i SE 3 positions Short Lever ra qT eee e SF 2 positions Long Lever Digital Trim SG 3 positions Short Lever SH 2 positions Momentary Left rotation Right rotation Long Lever Press Enter Power swich External antenna port Power Indicater LED TF card slot Earphone Port Trainer Port Notice You can choose the Switch and define its positions in the Mixer menu The DIY switch port is a free replacement switch position The number of switches can be extended by the DIY switch port FrSky Electronic Co Ltd Website www frsky rc com E mail frsky frsky rc com Technical Support sales4tech gmail com Fi BK yY www frsky rc com Model Setup for Taranis X9E Internal RF Module The internal RF module of FrSky Taranis X9E is newly developed by FrSky under the name of XJT Enter the MODEL SETUP menu for details refer to the Guide included on the SD card or download it from FrSky website Channel Range Receiver Ho Failsafe mode Lernal Modu amp JFF Step 1 Set the Mode for Taranis X9E Internal RF Refer to the table below and set the Taranis X9E to the mode corresponding to your receiver D8 D16 or LR12 V8 II series in D mode V8FR II V8R7 I1 V8R4 II VD5M etc channels D series D8R II plus D8R XP etc X series X8R etc Up to 16 channels L series LOR etc 12 channels Mode of Taranis X9E
11. igned for NiMH batteries as permanent damage to the battery and charger could result Always charge NiMH batteries in a fireproof location Do not charge or discharge NiMH batteries on carpet a cluttered workbench near paper plastic vinyl leather or wood or inside an R C model or full sized automobile Monitor the charge area with a smoke or fire alarm Do not charge NiMH batteries at currents greater than the 1C rating of the battery C equals the rated capacity of the battery Do not allow NiMH cells to overheat at any time Cells which reach greater than 140 degrees Fahrenheit 60 C should be placed in a fireproof location NiMH cells will not charge fully when too cold or show full charge Itis normal for the batteries to become warm during charging but if the charger or battery becomes excessively hot disconnect the battery from the charger immediately Always inspect for potential damage any battery which has previously overheated for potential damage and do not re use if you suspect it has been damaged in any way Do not use a NiMH battery if you suspect physical damage has occurred to the pack Carefully inspect the battery for even the smallest of dents cracks splits punctures or damage to the wiring and connectors DO NOT allow the battery s internal electrolyte to get into eyes or on skin wash affected areas immediately if they come in Secure Digital SD Memory Card Handling Instructio
12. ing at least 2 minutes after adjusting then turning the transmitter off and confirming the proper surface throttle movements Turn the transmitter back on Start your engine Complete a full range check After flying bring the throttle stick to idle position engage any kill switches or otherwise disarm your motor engine If you do not turn on your system on and off in this order you may damage your servos or control surfaces flood your engine or in the case of electric powered or gasoline powered models the engine may unexpectedly turn on and cause a severe injury Make sure your transmitter can t tip it over If it is knocked over the throttle stick may be accidentally moved causing the engine to speed up Also damage to your transmitter may occur In order to maintain complete control of your aircraft it is important that it remains visible at all times Flying behind large objects such as buildings grain bins etc must be avoided Doing so may interrupt the radio frequency link to the model resulting in loss of control Do not grasp the transmitter s antenna during flight Doing so may degrade the quality of the radio frequency transmission and could result in loss of control As with all radio frequency transmissions the strongest area of signal transmission is from the sides of the transmitter s antenna As such the antenna should not be pointed directly at the model If your flying style creates this situation
13. low Move the cursor to the channel you want to set failsafe on and press ENTER When moving the corresponding sticks or switches you will see the channel bar moving Move the channel bar to the place you want for failsafe and long press ENTER to finish the setting Wait 9 seconds before the failsafe takes effect e Receiver set the failsafe on the receiver see receiver instructions in D16 mode select it in the menu and wait 9 seconds for the failsafe to take effec Notice e SBUS port always outputs No Pulse could not perform properly on it Set Hold or Custom for SBUS port e The above instructions do not apply to D series receivers which require the internal RF module of Taranis X9E to be in D8 mode For these receivers failsafe must be set on the receiver side see receiver instructions i sopsscsoos So T T T T T Step 6 Range Range refers to Taranis X9E range check mode A pre flight range check should be done before each flying session Move the cursor to Range and press ENTER In range check mode the effective distance will be decreased to 1 30 Press Enter or EXIT to exit Model Setup for Taranis X9E External RF Module Internal RF Mod ode LIE Channel Range CH1 16 Receiver Ho 01 CBind CRanged Failsafe mode ol External Module CU The external RF module can be powered on or off by software The setup process is the same as that for the internal RF If you use other brand RF module th
14. ns MicroSD Card The MicroSD card TF Card in Taranis X9E can store various files such as model data music sound files pictures and text The card is locked when it is pushed in all the way in To remove the card push in on the card again it will pop out allowing you to remove it FrSky Electronic Co Ltd Website www frsky rc com E mail frsky frsky rc com Technical Support sales4tech gmail com FENSKY Where to Fly We recommend that you fly at a recognized model airplane flying field You can find model clubs and fields by asking your nearest hobby dealer Always pay particular attention to the flying field s rules as well as the presence and location of spectators the wind direction and any obstacles on the field Be very careful flying in areas near power lines tall buildings or communication facilities as there may be radio interference in their vicinity At the flying field To prevent possible damage to your radio gear turn the power switches on and off in the proper sequence Pull throttle stick to idle position or otherwise disarm your motor engine Turn on the transmitter power and allow your transmitter to reach its home screen Confirm the proper model memory has been selected Turn on your receiver power Test all controls If a servo operates abnormally don t attempt to fly until you determine the cause of the problem For PCM systems only Test to ensure that the Failsafe settings are correct by wait
15. ting via the pre installed MicroSD card in the top of Taranis X9E is easy and free To get the most from your new transmitter please check the download section of the FrSky website www frsky rc com for the latest update firmware and how to guide All FrSky radio systems will have open source firmware Do not hesitate to contact FrSky if you have ideas and suggestions for current and future radio systems or if you are willing to join the FrSky developing union to be part of the projects The currently pre installed firmware of FrSky Taranis X9E is modified openTX firmware improved and well tested by FrSky and the developing union More information about openTX can be found on http openrcforums com FrSky Electronic Co Ltd Website www frsky rc com E mail _frsky frsky rc com Technical Support sales4tech gmail com
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