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1. 91 To Access the Throttle Hold Switch Function sse 91 92 To Access the Throttle Curve Function sse 92 TREO TI eroe tantae moet eerte Dette 93 Hovering Throttle Rocker Setting senten 93 Exponential Throttle Curve Function sse 93 m eT MONI Let 93 SURE heen hares N O ettet ettet deceit sti ts 93 M 94 To Access the Pitch Curve FUNCUON 94 Hovering Pitch Rocker seen 94 Revolution Mixing only used with non heading hold 95 Setting tp Revolution MIXING s ter ete ete 95 TO ACCESS Revolution MIXING htt ttem toten en Te tentes 95 SPEKTRUM DX7 TABLE OF CONTENTS SONSING t be a le HR 96 To Access the Gyro SersiTit FUNCTION sette rre rece ttt 96 Manual Gyro Sensitivity 96 Automatic Gyro Sensitivity AGUSE seai e 96 Programmable MIXING 13 5 dite 97 ASSIONING G hannelS 97 Assigning Mixing Values ceccsccsccccssescessestescescssesssscsssteesssssseesessssusseessssesse
2. 59 Differential Aleron MIXING a e ex esee al 60 To Access the Differential Aileron Mixing 60 Programmable Mixing 1 6 ss seen trennt tentent tentent tenens 61 ASSIONING e RANE S n atre tette cite tecti cete tete ees 62 Assigning MIXING ValUCS 2 25 ce ttti ette em e ER 62 ASSIGNING aN cct te e t re et btt tee ettet nd 63 ASSIQEITIO d SWINGIN 63 lile 64 Servo MOTITOE 5e ose mete 66 Helicopter Programming Guide tette 67 Transmitter Control Identification and Location Mode 2 67 Transmitter Control Identification and Location Mode 1 68 aenaral ON 2 ec o Der e ete ae eod 69 Key Iriput and DISplay F UncHors a s octo te t hate s 69 Warning Screen for Throttle Hold Stunt 3 70 Gyros ONNECt N S a eret ce fetta ete tte rne cd RR e 70 Setup Mode 71 TotEnter the System Setup MOG dcc tee 71 To Exit the System Setup Mode sse 71 Model eem bor 72 To
3. 38 EX page 50 TYPE SELECTI TYPE Type Select mee p FLAPERON OFF HELI a M cL Wing Type page 43 page 39 U THIL g yp p 0 DELTA MODEL RESET _ CINFUT SELECT MODEL 4 ACRO CBURIIZPO Sh RESET ALI TRIM Model Reset page 40 nee Input Select page 44 pipa FLAP LTRHIHMERJ THEO RECDLERST Throttle Recover Trainer page 41 1HH IHH page 42 MODEL SELECT RSELECT MODEL 1 ACCESS CLEAR 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on transmitter to enter System Mode To Enter the System Setup Mode With the power switch off press and hold the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously e Turn on the power switch system will display the last screen that was used in system setup mode You are now in System Mode To Exit the System Setup Mode 9 Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously The main screen will be displayed e Turn the transmitter off SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 35 Model Select Copy Function The DX7 features a memory function that stores the programmed data for up to 20 models Any combination of up to 20 airplanes and or helicopters can be stored in memory A model name feature with up to eight characters allows each model to be easily identified see page 38 UP and DOWN key INCREASE
4. 79 WASH aor 80 Accessing the Swashplate 80 Function ModesFlowcnattts t et eh e 81 TO Enter the Function o mte ent Et 82 To Exit the Function Mode eene 82 HEISE MOGBS tede te ete al 83 t ERE e 84 Dual Rate and Exporieritial t ao Dt e eod 84 To Adjust the Dual tenens 84 To Adjust the ExpOTIBntldl cc a eic cee gett nee Bee teet te s 85 Auto Dual ale EE ER EUER 86 To Adjust inecAuto Dual ale x itn rn tr m e tmt 86 87 Accessing the Reverse Switch FUMCtION cc cccccsssessessesscssssssesseesessssssssteasessesscssnsseaneeseeees 87 Sub Trim Riu MI ON NEN dm ipd 88 To Access the Sub MiM FUNCHON eet 68 89 To Access the Travel Adjust Function seen 89 Swashplate tete LR ae 90 Accessing the Swashplate Mix 22 22222 90 Ie o 91 To Access the Throttle Hold
5. MODEL 1 HELI Model Reset page 75 yeep NORMAL Trainer page 76 1 693 2 SEL ROCKER UP and DOWN key INCREASE and DECREASE key q INCREASE DEL 1 e Del j EKTRUM Dar 2 4GHz DOWN DECREASE ACCESS SELECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM lt Hold while turning on transmitter CLEAR key To Enter the System Setup Mode With the power switch off press and hold the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously Turn on the power switch system will display the last system setup screen that was used To Exit the System Setup Mode e Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously e main menu will be displayed e Or turn the transmitter off to exit the System Setup Mode d 25 SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Model Select Copy The DX7 features a memory function that stores the programmed data for up to 20 models Any combination of up to 20 airplanes and or helicopters can be stored in memory A model name feature with up to eight characters allows each model to be easily identified UP and DOWN key INCREASE and DECREASE key 4 ADJUST CHODEL SELECT f INCREASE RSELECT MODEL 1 T REX acka 558 CLEAR 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY 2 MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on transmitter To Enter th
6. CLEAR KEY DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM 8 SELECT Accept new model type To Select a Model Type Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to toggle between the heli or acro model types To accept the new model type press the CLEAR key All settings will be set to the factory defaults SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 38 Model Reset and Integrated Timer Reset The Model Reset function allows the model memory of the current model to be reset to the factory default setting This screen also allows the integrated timer to be reset Press to enter MODEL RESET MODEL 1 RDHTH RESET IHTEG T Big 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning Press to select Press to reset on transmitter RESET or INTEG T data or timer To Perform a DATA RESET or Reset the Integrated Timer Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP or DOWN key until MODEL RESET appears on the screen Use the SELECT key to select DATA RESET or INTEG T When DATA RESET is selected pressing the CLEAR key will reset the date to the factory default setting for that model or if INTEG T is selected the integrated timer will be reset to 0 00 00 SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Trainer The DX7 offers a programmable Trainer function that allows the transmitter to operate in three different Trainer modes Either the l
7. Federal Aviation Administration Purpose This advisory outlines safety standards for operations of model aircraft We encourage voluntary compliance with these standards Background Attention has been drawn to the increase in model aircraft operation There is a need for added caution when operating free flight and radio controlled craft in order to avoid creating a noise nuisance or a potential hazard to full scale aircraft and persons and or property on the surface Operating Standards Modelers generally are concerned with safety and exercise good judgment when flying model aircraft However in the interest of safer skies we encourage operators of radio controlled and free flight models to comply with the following standards a Exercise vigilance in locating full scale aircraft get help if possible so as not to create a collision hazard b Select an operating site at sufficient distance from populated areas so you do not create a noise problem or a potential hazard c Do not fly higher than 400 feet above the surface d Always operate more than three miles from the boundary of an airport unless you are given permission to be closer by the appropriate air traffic control facility in the case of an airport for which control zone has been designated or by the airport manager in the case of other airports Do not hesitate to ask for assistance in complying with these guidelines at the airport traffic control tower or
8. d a ie i 8 DOWN E E LI B 8 DECREASE S iLECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Function Mode desired channel To Access the Sub Trim Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the SUB TRIM screen Press the SELECT key to access the desired channel Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to adjust the sub trim position for that selected channel 88 SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Travel Adjust The Travel Adjust function allows the precise endpoint adjustments of all seven channels in each direction independently The travel adjust range is from 0 15096 Channels available for programming are THRO Throttle AILE Aileron ELEV Elevator RUDD Rudder GEAR Retractable Landing Gear PIT Pitch AUX 2 Auxiliary 2 Press to enter TRAVEL ADJUST Selected channel Press to adjust value THEO SH 1805 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY 2 4 MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Press to return Function Mode desired channel value to default To Access the Travel Adjust Function Press the SELECT key to access the desired channel Move the selected channel s stick or switch in the desired direction that you wish to adjust Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to adj
9. Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired function The gear channel options are INH Inhibit is selected if the gyro function will not be used on the gear channel Selecting inhibit turns off the gear channel allowing it to be used as a slave channel for mixing GEAR Gear is selected if the gyro gain or retractable gear position is to be selected using the gear switch GYRO Gyro is selected under gear if you wish to have the Gyro Sensing page 96 operate using the gear channel AUX 2 The Auxiliary 2 switch is used to activate the gear channel SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 719 Swash Type The Swashplate Mixing function enables the DX7 system to operate the following swashplate types 1 Servo Non CCPM standard mixing type helicopter 2 Servo 180 CCPM 3 Servo 120 CCPM most popular 3 Servo 90 CCPM Ch3 h2 Ch6 Ch2 Ch6 Ch2 Ch6 Ch3 3 Servo 120 most popular 2 Servo 180 CCPM 3 90 Press to enter SWASH TYPE Press to select Swashplate Type INCREASE SWASH TYPE i SERUO v ADJUST HORN DECREASE CLEAR Hz DSM TECHNOLOGY MATCH ors RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on the transmitter Accessing the Swashplate Types While pressing the DOWN and SELECT keys turn the transmitter on to enter the System Mode Press either the UP or DOWN key until SWASH TYPE is displayed in the LCD Press the INCREASE or
10. 31 Te c erem efe erra rr etse 31 Control Identification and Location Airplane Mode 1 32 TROU Ie AT to ce a to nte etd e 32 General normati OM Treat em meat vm dn 33 Key Input and Display Functions ssssssee nnn 33 System 34 ete be t ei OR 34 To Enter the System List Mode 34 System Setup Mode Flowchart seen tnnt trn trennen nein 35 Enterithe System Setup MOG em ctr cte 25 TO Exit the 06 8889909592 39 Model Select Gopy FURGE OFT soror eet t tc onere em pim emer ert 36 To Enter the Model Select Function ssssesnnes 36 t n trt am eite eedem ed ate e UR 36 How Model ee 36 To Enter the Copy tnn 37 e etr 38 To Enter the Model Name Function 38 Type Select cte o cete te ted ded 39 TO Enter the Type Select MO once mme vem 39 To Select a Model Type nennen innen nin 39 Model Reset and Integrated Tim
11. m 5 1 NxM 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to return value to default Press to enter Press to Function Mode highlight OFFSET Assigning an Offset Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the desired PROG MIX screen 1 6 Press the SELECT key to highlight OFFSET To establish the offset position use the INCREASE or DECREASE key to change the value to the desired point The stored offset value will appear onscreen To change the offset value simply use the INCREASE DECREASE key to change the value Pressing the CLEAR button will reset the offset to 0 Assigning a Switch Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the desired PROG MIX screen 1 6 Press the SELECT key to highlight SW Use the INCREASE DECREASE key to select the desired switch to turn on off the mix ON Mixing Always On MIX Mixing Switch Toward Self Flap 0 Flap Switch in Flap 0 Position Flap 2 Flap Switch in Flap 2 Position Gear Gear Switch SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 53 Timer The DX7 features an onscreen timer with three programming options INH Inhibit In this mode the timer is turned off Down T Down Timer The countdown timer allows a preset time in ten second intervals up to 59 mi
12. To Exit the Function List Mode 9 Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously twice The system will return to the main screen or turn off the transmitter SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 48 Dual Rate and Switch Select The D R switch select function allows the dual and expo rates to be selected via individual switches aileron elevator and rudder D R switches or to be conveniently combined on a single switch When combined to a single switch the following switch options are available e COM AILE Aileron D R switch e COM ELEV Elevator D R switch e COM RUDD Rudder D R switch e FLAP 2 Flap switch in the lower position e FLAP 0 Flap switch in the upper position e INDIVID D R activated by it s individual aileron elevator and rudder switches Press to enter D R SWITCH SELECT Press to change selection CDF 11 1 TEH SEL INCREASE SIHDIUID DOWN DECREASE ACCESS 7 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY CLEAR 2 DX MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM 4 ADJUST Hold while turning on the transmitter To Activate Dual Rate and Switch Select Press and hold the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to enter system mode Press the UP or DOWN key until D R SWITCH SEL appears on the screen Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired switch es you wish to operate the D R and Expo function SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Function Mode Functions Dual Rate and Exp
13. Model Type Selection Press to enter TYPE SELECT Use to select desired mode CLEAR 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY 2 MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning Press to accept on the transmitter model type change Selecting Airplane Mode Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously and hold while turning on the transmitter to enter system setup mode Press the UP or DOWN button until TYPE SELECT appears on screen If ACRO is highlighted on screen proceed to SERVO REVERSING page 26 If HELI is highlighted press the INCREASE or DECREASE key once and ACRO should be highlighted Press the CLEAR key to accept the model type change SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT QUICK START GUIDE 25 Servo Reversing Press to enter REVERSE Press to select REV or NORM 1 REL Q HORM S LECT DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Function Mode desired channel To Access Servo Reversing Turn the power on press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to enter the function mode Press the UP or DOWN key until REVERSING SW appears on screen Press the SELECT key to select the desired channel then press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select reverse or normal servo direction Travel Adjust Press to enter TRAVEL ADJUST Selected channel Press to adjust value INCREASE amp ADJUST DECREASE 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY St EAR MODEL M
14. 10 Gormal SUCK TENSIOM AC USEMON a caso cto to ecc ct tete Uem tette en tata 11 Removing the Back of the Transmitter sse tenente ens 11 Adjusting the Control Stick Tension netten 12 Control Stick Length Adjustment ssseee enn 12 Scree Contras Le ees ee tt i 13 Advanced Digital MMS E 13 Tips on Using 2 4GHz Systems entente entere 14 Tips on Using 2 4GHz Systems continued sssseeennn nnns 15 Receiver and Servo Installation tnnt ttn inneren 16 QuickConnect and Brownout Alert ua ac te ttd tee att 16 Flow Brownout Detection WOK ceci ree ere etn 16 hecelvefiristalldtlOIT 17 19 Howto Range lest the D X72 ccc cose cerns ee 19 hange Testlng thetDXT tee t ette ee 19 Advanced Range Testing Using a Flight Log 20 Advanced Range Testingithe tete tte cette teretes 20 IM 21 en mere am e em er e ro tne UH HR 21 Flight Log Optional for AR7000 Receiver sssseeeeeeetee enne 23 6 0 t setti antecedent ets e ene eren edic cos 23 Receiver Power System Requirements 24 Recommended Power System Test Guidelines
15. CLEAR key will reset the INTEG T to factory zero SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 15 Trainer The DX7 offers a programmable Trainer function that allows the transmitter to operate in three different Trainer modes The left or right rocker can be programmed as the trainer switch NORMAL The transmitter can be used as a master or slave but the slave transmitter must have the same programming e g reverse travel adjust dual rates mixes sub trims etc as the master P LINK In Pilot Link the master transmitter maintains control of all secondary functions e g dual rate expo gear flaps etc and only the primary stick controls aileron elevator rudder and throttle are transferred to the slave transmitter when the trainer switch is pressed SLAVE P LINK In the Slave mode the DX7 is used as a slave radio in conjunction with a Spektrum radio that is used as the master that is in P LINK mode there is no need to match the slave s programming to the master transmitter s programming in this mode Press to enter TRAINER FUNCTION Press to select trainer type CTREAIHER E INCREASE amp ADJUST HIRMAL DOWN DECREASE l 5 1 55 DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on transmitter To Enter the Trainer Mode Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP key unti
16. DOWN TYPE DECREASE MODEL RES ACCESS 6 Sil S iLECT DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on transmitter To Enter the System List Mode With the transmitter off press and hold the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously while turning the power switch on to enter the System Mode While in the System Mode press the UP and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the List mode Use the UP and DOWN keys to Scroll through the available function Press DOWN and SELECT to enter a selected function In this mode servos are not activated By pressing the DOWN and SELECT keys twice simultaneously you can return to the main screen The list mode screens display all the functions onscreen allowing the access of any function without having to scroll through each screen Note that there are two list modes a System Setup List Mode that displays all the system setup functions and a Function List Mode that displays all the system setup functions SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE System Setup Mode Flowchart System Mode includes programming functions that are normally used during setup System programming functions for airplanes include MODEL SELECTI 1 8 Model Select page 36 BCRO DSM MODEL MAMET SWITCH SELI MODEL ge INDIVID Dual Rate Select Switch Model Nam 5 lt EXTRA 2885
17. FLAF ELEN PRATE au HORM 188 a T Jis Em B Ss HIS LAHD AUTO Servo Monitor page 66 Timer page 64 Programmable Mixing 1 6 page 61 Differential page 60 Flap System page 58 SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Function List Modes The list mode screens display all the functions onscreen allowing the access of any function without having to scroll through each screen Note that there are two list modes a System Setup List Mode that displays all the system setup functions and a Function List Mode that displays all the system setup functions To enter the Function List Mode with the system on and in any function mode screen press the UP and SELECT keys simultaneously In list mode pressing the UP and DOWN keys will move the cursor to the desired function Then pressing the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously will access the selected function UP and DOWN key INCREASE and DECREASE key EAPOME D m 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM CLEAR Press to enter function List Mode To Enter the Function List Mode Turn the transmitter on From the main screen press the UP and SELECT keys simultaneously The system is now in Function List Mode and will display a list of all the functions available Use the UPand DOWN keys to Scroll through the available function Press DOWN and SELECT to enter a selected function
18. R then press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the RIGHT R or LEFT L rocker SPEKTRUM 7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Operating the trainer System 1 Select the appropriate trainer type as described above and match the servo reversing and trim on both radios if the normal trainer type is used 2 Plug in the optional trainer cord in both transmitters 3 Turn on the master transmitter only The slave transmitter must have the power switch remain off 4 Activate the trainer switch on the master transmitter and test all control functions e g servo reverse travel etc to make sure they are working properly using the slave transmitter Note If using a JR 72MHz slave transmitter it is necessary that the slave be placed in PPM modulation Throttle Recovery The DX7 has a unique throttle trim recovery feature The throttle recovery function when activated stores the current throttle trim position Then when the throttle trim is lowered to shut off the engine moving the trim up one click will return the throttle to it s previously stored position That stored position is then recalled by moving the throttle trim up This makes shutting off the engine and restarting it with the correct trim position easy Throttle Recovery must be activated for each model Note To use throttle recovery simply trim your throttle idle as you typically would When you are ready to shut off the engine press and hold the throttle trim down
19. TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Function Mode Press to select desired channel Press to return value to default To Access the Travel Adjust Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the TRAVEL ADJUST screen Press the SELECT key to access the desired channel Move the selected channel s stick or switch in the desired direction that you wish to adjust Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to adjust the endpoint position for that selected channel s direction SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 55 Elevator to Flap Mix Function When the Elevator to Flap Mixing System is active and a value of flaps is input the flaps will be deflected each time the elevator stick is used The actual flap movement is independently adjustable for both up and down elevator A commonly used application is up elevator down flaps and down elevator up flaps When used in this manner the aircraft pitches much more quickly than normal The uppermost position of the Flap Mixing Switch or the Mix Switch can be used to activate the Elevator to Flap Mixing function When you want to reverse the mixing directions press the key and change the mixing value from to or to Press to enter ELEV FLAP MIX Press to adjust value 55 ELEL ELOE HIHI BRRTE SD 5 DOWN u 5 5 1 55 S iLE
20. adjust control feel Exponential rates can be controlled by their respective rate switches aileron elevator and rudder or combined ona flight mode switch Exponential is available for the aileron elevator and rudder channels Expo values are adjustable from 100 full negative expo LIN linear and 100 full positive expo The factory default settings for both the 0 and 1 switch positions are LIN or 0 Either switch position may be selected to give any desirable EXPO rate by placing the switch in the desired position and adjusting the value accordingly Note A negative Expo value will increase sensitivity around neutral and a positive Expo value will decrease sensitivity around neutral Normally a positive value is used to desensitize control response around neutral Press to enter DUAL RATE and EXPONENTIAL Press to adjust value p RHILE Aes EsP LIH ES DR 1085 3OLUTPLUT DECREASE lt CLEAR 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to select Press to return value desired function to default setting Press to enter Function Mode To Adjust the Exponential Press the DOM N and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the DUAL RATE AND EXPONENTIAL screen Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired channel AILE ELEV or RUDD Move the selected channel s dual rate
21. called ModelMatch and prevents flying a model using the wrong model memory SmartSafe Failsafe The AR7000 features the SmartSafe failsafe system SmartSafe Prevents unintentional electric motor response on start up Eliminates the possibility of overdriving servos on start up Establishes low throttle failsafe if the RF signal is lost Maintains last commanded control surface position in the event of RF link interruption Note Failsafe positions are stored via the stick and switch positions on the transmitter during binding 1 With the system hooked up as shown insert the bind plug in the charge plug receptacle 2 Turn on the receiver switch Note that the LED S on both receivers should be flashing indicating that the receiver is ready to bind SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION ei 3 Establish the desired failsafe stick positions normally low throttle and flight controls neutral 4 Press and hold the bind button on the back of the transmitter while turning on the power switch The bind button should flash and within a few seconds the system should connect The LED s on the receivers should go solid indicating the system has connected 6 After you ve programmed your model it s important to rebind the system so the true low throttle and neutral control surface positions are programmed Note The AR7000 features DSM2 te
22. it with the correct trim position easy Throttle Recovery must be activated for each model Note To use throttle recovery simply trim your throttle idle as you typically would When you are ready to shut off the engine press and hold the throttle trim down until the engine stops By moving the trim up one click the throttle trim will return to the previous idle position Press to enter THROTTLE RECOVERY Press to turn function on or off THEO RECOVERY lt ADJUST IHH DOWN DECREASE T SELECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on transmitter To Activate the Throttle Recovery Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP key until THRO RECOVERY appears on screen Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to turn on off the Throttle Recovery function 4 4 SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Input Select The Input Select function is used to select the switch input for the gyro gain and the channel that will operate the gyro gain Press to enter INPUT SELECT INCREASE and DECREASE key LIHPUT SELECT INCREASE BURZ GERE k THH DECREASE CLEAR iz DSM TECHNOLOGY 2 4 GH MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on transmitter To Select the Function for the AUX 2 Channel Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter
23. the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the D R amp EXP screen Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired channel AILE ELEV or RUDD Press the SELECT key to highlight the D R or EXPO function Adjust the dual rate values for the selected switch position using the INCREASE or DECREASE key The Dual Rate and Expo functions for aileron elevator and rudder can be combined on a single switch conveniently allowing high or low rates to be selected via one switch COM AILE COM ELEV COM RUDD FLAPO or FLAP2 The choices for this are found on the D R SWITCH SEL screen in the System Setup Mode for Airplanes See page 50 SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 51 50 Dual Rate and Exponential continued The Exponential function allows two exponential rates to be programmed and selected with a switch Exponential is available on the aileron elevator and rudder channels Changing the exponential value does not affect the maximum control authority but only affects control sensitivity Exponential is normally used to reduce control sensitivity around neutral while still allowing high control authority at the extremes of throw The sensitivity around center can be tailored using the Exponential function to precisely adjust control feel Exponential rates can be controlled by their respective rate switches aileron elevator and rudder or combine
24. the switch allows 2 or 3 positions of the AUX 2 channel You can also use the rocker for an AUX 2 trim switch when using the 2P switch to activate the AUX 2 function Or you can inhibit the AUX 2 rocker as well to prevent inadvertent changes In addition you have 3 choices to activate inhibit FLAP SYSTEM System 3 position switch e INH Rocker The rocker provides proportional control while the system allows 3 position function of the FLAP channel You can also use the rocker for a FLAP trim switch when using the 3P switch to activate the FLAP function Finally you can inhibit the FLAP Rocker as well to prevent inadvertent changes Note When operating the transmitter in a trainer mode Normal or P Link Master the Trainer Flap Rocker is not available to control the flaps Note The individual AUX 2 spoiler operation is inhibited when AUX 2 spoiler is coupled for automatic landing attitude SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 43 Wing Type The DX7 offers three different wing types to choose from Normal Flaperon and Delta also called elevon mixing In addition V Tail mixing is available from the Wing Type screen Normal When the Flaperon and Delta wing functions are off Normal wing type is selected Use this wing type with common aircraft that utilize only one servo for both ailerons Normal is the default setting Flaperon Wing Type Selection Flaperons require the use of one servo for each aileron and allow the
25. the throttle stick trim active only when the throttle stick is at less than half throttle This allows accurate idle adjustments without affecting the mid to high throttle position Antenna Neck Strap Hook On Off Switch Trainer Flap Mix Rudder Gear Switch Dual Rate Carrying Handle Flap Mix ying AUX 2 Switch Elevator Dual Rate Aileron Elevator Trim Dual Rate Throttle Trim Elevator Aileron Throttle Rudder Stick Stick Rudder Trim us Trim Increase Decrease Button Up Down VS Scroll Button LCD Display SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE General Information UP and DOWN key INCREASE and DECREASE key INCREASE MODEL 1 2 ADJUST SPERTRLM DAT 2 4GHz DECREASE CLEAR 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM SELECT key CLEAR key Key Input and Display Functions e The UPand DOWN keys are used to select the programming function e The SELECT key is used to select the channel or feature that you wish to program 9 The INCREASE or DECREASE keys are used to change the values of the selected programming feature The DX7 features two programming modes System Mode and Function Mode SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 33 System Mode Functions System Mode UP and DOWN key SYSTEM LISTI INCREASE FMODEL SEL RECOU e TVPE SEL THPUT SEL
26. to default or SLAVE CHANNEL Assigning Channels Press the DOM N and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the desired PROG MIX screen 1 3 Press the INCREASE or DECREASE button to access the Programmable Mix function Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired master channel Press the SELECT key to highlight the slave channel Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired slave channel SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 91 28 Programmable Mixing 1 3 continued Press to enter PROG MIX Press to adjust mix value 11 1 THRO THRO OM FRATE OFFSET SI iLECT OX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY N MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Function Mode Press to highlight RATE Press to return value to default Assigning Mixing Values Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the desired PROG MIX screen 1 3 Press the SELECT key to highlight RATE Using the stick or switch that is assigned to the master channel move that stick or switch in the desired direction that you wish to adjust the mix value Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to adjust the mix value Note If a switch is assigned to the mix that switch must be turned on to allow mixing values to be changed Moving the stick or s
27. until the engine stops By moving the trim up one click the throttle trim will return to the previous idle position Press to enter THROTTLE RECOVERY Press to turn function on or off THEO RECOUERY BQ 4 ADJUST IHH DECREASE S iLECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on the transmitter To Activate Throttle Recovery Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP key until the THRO RECOVERY function appears on screen Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to turn on off the throttle recovery function SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Input Select The purpose of the Input Selection Function is to assign the activation device for the AUX 2 channel and the Flap Channel Press to enter INPUT SELECT INCREASE and DECREASE key CIHFUT SELECTI INCREASE 2 2P Su ADJUST RUM TRIMSINH 4 DECREASE SYSTEM E FLAP S iLECT CLEAR EXE Hold while turning on the transmitter To Access Input Select Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP key until the INPUT SELECT function appears on screen Here you have 4 choices that can be used to operate the AUX 2 channel e 2 position switch INH Rocker 3 position switch The rocker provides proportional control while
28. warranty service you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof of purchase date Horizon Hobby Inc Vice President Provided warranty conditions have been met your Product will be repaired or replaced free of charge Repair or Champaign IL USA International Operations and Risk Management replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby Oct 25 2008 Horizon Hobby Inc Non Warranty Repairs Should your repair not be covered by warranty the repair will be completed and payment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50 of the retail purchase cost By submitting the item for repair you are agreeing to payment of the repair without notification Repair estimates are available upon request You must include this request with your repair Non warranty repair estimates will be billed a minimum of hour of labor In addition you will be billed for return freight Please advise us of your preferred method of payment Horizon accepts money orders and cashiers checks as well as Visa MasterCard American Express and Discover cards If you choose to pay by credit card please include your credit card number and expiration date Any repair left unpaid or unclaimed after 90 days will be considered abandoned and will be disposed of accordingly Please note non warranty repair is only available on electronics and model engines Electronics and engines requiring inspecti
29. 66 FUP ex 128 PIT 68 DH 82 BH B EXP THEO HOLDI ACT HOLD 5 85 FF rS FITCH CURVE HOLE a IN m 4907 49 8 2s dj THRO CURVE HORM 3Point L B E IN 109 Si Mi 232 A FITCH CLURUET 3Point 3 IHH Sy 1 2B THEO CLRUET ST i Point 3 IHH IN Si Li 284 PITCH CLRUE ST 1 Point 3 IHH Sy 1 THEO 3 ST 2 3Point 3 IHH IN Si 1 2 4 SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE FITCH CURUET 7 HORM 3Point 3 IHH IN 1 i 2 8 Servo Monitor page 102 Timer page 100 Programmable Mix 1 though 3 page 97 Gyro Sensing Only available when AUX 2 or GEAR is assigned as Gyro Function page 96 Revo Mix page 95 Pitch Curve Hold only available when HOLD is activated page 94 Pitch ST 2 page 94 Pitch Curve ST 1 page 94 Pitch Curve Normal page 94 Function Mode continued UP and DOWN key INCREASE and DECREASE key EXP LIH 1885 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter main screen To Enter the Function Mode e Turn the transmitter on e From the main screen press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously e system is now in Function Mode and will display the last sc
30. ATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Press to return Function Mode desired channel value to default To Access Travel Adjust Turn the power on and press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to enter the function mode Press the UP or DOM N key until TRAVEL ADJUST appears on screen Press the select key to move the cursor arrow to the desired channel Use the SELECT key to choose the appropriate channel that you wish to adjust While holding the channel or switch in the desired direction press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to adjust eb SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT QUICK START GUIDE the travel adjust in that direction This completes the basic Quick Start setup for your airplane For additional features like Dual and Expo rates Mixing etc see the appropriate pages listed in the table of contents Note If your airplane s ailerons are controlled independently by two servos see Wing Type Selection on page 44 for specifics on programming flaperons Helicopter Quick Start The following covers a basic 5 channel mechanical mix helicopter with single rate For more details on programming for the helicopter mode see the Helicopter section of this manual Model Type Selection Press to enter Use to select TYPE SELECT desired model TYPE SELECT Sp INCREASE MODEL 1 FHEL I DOWN ACCESS CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold whil
31. CT 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY INS MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Function Mode Rate or Switch To Access the Elevator to Flap Mixing In the Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the ELEVATOR TO FLAP MIXING function and access by pressing the UP and DOWN keys simultaneously Note The flap mix switch or the mix switch depending on which is selected must be in the ON position to adjust values To adjust the rate value with the switch on move the elevator stick in the desired position up or down and press the INCREASE or DECREASE button to adjust the desired mix value To Select the Switch to Operate the Flap Mix Press the SELECT key to highlight SW Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the MIX or FLAPO switch position 5B SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Aileron to Rudder Mixing The Aileron to Rudder Mixing function is designed so that when input to the aileron stick is given the rudder servo will also move eliminating the need to coordinate these controls manually This mixing program can be turned ON OFF by a switch The switches that can be selected are shown below with their abbreviations as they appear on the screen and the corresponding switch positions Mix values are adjustable from 0 to 125 When adjusting the mix value if an opposite mixing direction of the rudder servo is required simply press the INCREASE DECREASE key and change
32. CT keys simultaneously to enter the function mode Press the UP or DOWN key until PITCH CURVE NORM appears on screen Press the SELECT key to select the stick position that you wish to adjust the pitch L Low 1 25 2 50 3 75 e H High Press the INCREASE or DECREASE keys to adjust the pitch value of the selected pitch position Recommended Initial Pitch Settings e L 4 2 5 9 Note For more information about setting up pitch curves see page 94 SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER QUICK START GUIDE 29 Throttle Curve Adjusting the Normal Throttle Curve Adjustment of the throttle curves is similar to the pitch curve adjustment described on the preceding page Three throttle curves are available normal stunt 1 and stunt 2 All throttle curves have five adjustable points low 2590 50 75 and high Flight modes are located on the 3 position flight mode switch The throttle curve is in the normal mode when the Flight Mode switch is in the rear position and the Throttle Hold switch is rearward Press to enter Press to change values THROTTLE CURVE THEO CURVE 3 INCREASE HORM sPoint L E B E DECREASE TH 1 OUT S coz 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY N MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Function Mode desired points To Access the Throttle Curve Function Turn the power on and press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to enter the function
33. DECREASE keys to change the swashplate type Pressing the CLEAR key will reset the swashplate type to the NORMAL position B SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Function Mode Flowchart Includes programming functions that are more frequently used Function Mode programming functions are as follows Dual Rate amp Exponential page 84 Auto Dual Rate Expo page 86 Reverse page 87 Sub Trim page 88 Travel Adjust page 89 Swashplate Mix Only available when CCPM Mix is active page 90 Throttle Hold page 91 Throttle Curve Normal page 92 Throttle Curve 57 1 page 93 Throttle Curve ST 2 page 86 amp EXP F z HAILE 2 EMP LIH 3 1865 i AUTO EHF THRO c PHORM INH E E 5 1 IHH I 1 I 1 2 rc I 1 ST 2 INH EPAR FIL REVERSING SW TIMER GEAR MODEL 1 chi 345268 7 Baa al 8 SUB TRIM THEN 05 TH AILE PME gt Bp ELEY RUDD OFFSET TRAVEL BDJUSTI GYRO SENS THRO AILE PRUDE H L L 1865 E 1602 RATE RUDD Bi un p 865 L 1662 1 562 U ies Rois CSWASH MIXI RENG MIKI X SERUD BILE 60x STHT ELEN
34. E OF CONTENTS TO Exittrie FurictionibISt MOQG t o et hes 49 Switch eror pte 50 To Activate Dual Rate and Switch 50 Function Mode FUNCH ONS sicot rca Sette den ee 51 D al Rate and Exponential pee 51 To Adjust the Dual and Expo 51 To Adjust the Exponential sse tenens 52 Reverse cin ceo e fot 53 TO ACCGSS thie Reverse Switch MOUB o e e 53 SIE 54 To Access the Sub Trim Function sees 54 Travel Ad USE ass rh A te chat pc 55 To Access the Travel Adjust Function 55 Elevator to Flap Mix Function 999998 56 To Access the Elevator to Flap Mixing 56 To Select the Switch to Operate the Flap 56 Ailer to R dder MIXING tet ee reed 57 To Access the Aileron to Rudder Mix Function 56 57 To Adjust the Mix Value eterne 57 TO ASSICITI A SWINGIY terms o tete eee ct 57 Fld Systeme 28 Accessing and Utilizing the Flap System 58 cs tte oh ohh Soh ett a EA 59 To Activate the Automatic Landing Feature
35. Enter the Model Select FUnCtiOni reete pete T2 To Enter the Copy Function sees teer T2 Model hs cre 73 To Enter the Model Name Function sse tette T3 Match str oon d b e 73 Flow WOIKS tione tet cette s 73 SPEKTRUM DX7 TABLE OF CONTENTS Type Select RUNGUON e o t ER 74 To Enter the Type Select MOGB nost ecce 74 To Select a Model Type nennen 74 Model Reset Integrated Timer sse tete tentent tentes 75 t 15 To Reset the Integrated Timer sse tenens 75 ciue eren ree e er 76 To Enterthie Wainer c no C te nth then tes 76 Trainer SVSt M 2 t e E eet tee de e et TT Throttle RECOVERY tree eee ete t me tee ee Sem TT To Activate the Throttle Recovery TT cao doce dne bet 78 To Select the Function for AUX 2 78 To Select the Function for the Gear
36. ORMAL DUAL RATE REVO MIY STUNT EXPO m SPEKTRUM DX7 GENERAL INFORMATION SPEKTRUM DX7 GENERAL INFORMATION
37. Press the UP or DOWN key until the INPUT SELECT function appears on screen Press the SELECT key until AUX 2 is highlighted Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired function The Auxiliary 2 channel options are INH Inhibit is selected if the gyro function will not be used on the Aux 2 channel F MODE In this mode the AUX 2 channel is controlled by the flight mode switch and three positions are available Sub trim and travel adjust are used to set the center and endpoints for each switch position AUX 2 The Auxiliary 2 switch controls the AUX 2 Channel GYRO The gyro mode is selected if you want to use the Gyro Sensing see page 96 for more details Selecting GYRO under AUX 2 assigns the gyro sensing program to operate use the AUX 2 channel In this case the gyro gain must be plugged into the AUX 2 Channel 7 channel SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Input Select continued Press to enter INPUT SELECT INCREASE and DECREASE key CIMFUT SELECTI Sp INCREASE AUAS GERE ADJUST IHH IHH DOWN DECREASE 5 ACCESS 6 S LECT CLEAR Dx 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on transmitter Press to reset To Select the Function for the Gear Channel Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP or DOWN key until INPUT SELECT appears on screen Press the SELECT key until GEAR is highlighted
38. Press to increase contrast 18 68 INCREASE daa 3 As SPEETRELIM Dex 2 4GHz CE DECREASE 8 ACCESS Q O 35M CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press and hold while changing contrast Press to decrease contrast Advanced Digital Trims The DX7 employs digital trim levers on aileron elevator throttle and rudder hover pitch and hover throttle for helicopters The ADT Advanced Digital Trim feature is designed to automatically store the selected trim values for each model When a different model is selected the previously stored trim positions for that model are automatically recalled When using the helicopter program each flight mode has its own trim that is automatically recalled each time that flight mode is entered Visual trim positions are displayed on the main screen The trims feature dual speed scrolling Holding the trim lever for an extended time will cause the trim rate of change to increase Throttle trim Elevator trim GHz DSM TECr NOLOGY 2 4 MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Rudder trim Aileron trim SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION 13 Tips on Using 2 4GHz Systems While your DSM equipped 2 4GHz system is intuitive to operate functioning nearly identically to 72MHz systems following are a few common questions from customers 1 Q Which do turn on first the transmitter or the receiver If th
39. R DECREASE 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM SELECT key CLEAR key SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 83 Function Mode Functions 8 Dual Rate and Exponential The Dual Rate and Exponential function allows two control rates to be programmed and selected with a switch Dual rates and exponentials are available on the aileron elevator and rudder channels Changing the dual rate value not only affects the maximum control authority but also affects the overall sensitivity of control A higher rate yields a higher overall sensitivity The sensitivity around center can be tailored using the Exponential function to precisely adjust control feel Dual rates can be controlled by their respective dual rate switches aileron elevator and rudder An auto dual rate function is available that allows automatic selection of the desired rates via the three position flight mode switch Exponential values are adjustable from 100 to 100 The factory default settings for both the 0 and 1 switch positions are 100 Either switch position may be selected as the low or high rate by placing the switch in the desired position and adjusting the value accordingly Press to enter DUAL RATE and EXPONENTIAL Press to adjust value D R amp EXPY sy gt MAILE pown EXP LIH 55 e 1 s i Z r CLEAI Oo 2 4 GHz D
40. SM TECHNOLOGY N f MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM DECREASE fa a a ce S iLECT Press to enter Press to select Press to return value Function Mode desired function to default setting To Adjust the Dual Rate Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the D R amp EXP screen Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired channel AILE ELEV or RUDD Press the SELECT key to highlight the D R or EXPO function Adjust the dual rate values for the selected switch position using the INCREASE or DECREASE key The Dual Rate and Expo functions for aileron elevator and rudder can be combined on the flight mode auto dual rate expo conveniently allowing high or low rates to be selected via the flight mode switch See page 86 for more details SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Dual Rate and Exponential continued The Exponential function allows two exponential rates to be programmed and selected with a switch Exponential is available on the aileron elevator and rudder channels Changing the exponential value does not affect the maximum control authority but only affects control sensitivity Exponential is normally used to reduce control sensitivity around neutral while still allowing high control authority at the extremes of throw The sensitivity around center can be tailored using the Exponential function to precisely
41. SPEKTRUM IZON H B 2008 Horizon Hobby Inc 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign Illinois 61822 877 504 0233 www horizonhobby com www spektrumrc com US patent number 7 391 320 Other patents pending DSM and DSM2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby Inc The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc Spektrum radios and accessories are exclusively available from Horizon Hobby Inc Revised 11 08 113292 Dx Instruction Manual Welcome to the World of Spektrum DSM2 Full Range Technology Spektrum s DX7 is the first ever full range 2 4GHz Spread Spectrum Radio system for RC aircraft With Spektrum s DSM2 technology now even large gas and glow powered aircraft can take advantage of Spektrum technology No longer will you have to wait for a frequency pin or be concerned that someone may inadvertently turn on to your same frequency With Spektrum DSM2 technology when you re ready to fly any aircraft from parkflyer to giant scale simply turn on the system and go flying e SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION DSM2 DuaLink Technology Your DX7 transmits on the 2 4GHz band and utilizes DSM2 second generation Digital Spread Spectrum Modulation giving visual range in all types and sizes of aircraft Unlike conventional narrow band systems Spektrum s 2 4GHz digital DuaLink technology is virtually immune to internal and external radi
42. TENSION AILERON TENSION pe SCREW MODE 1 AILERON TENSION THROTTLE TENSION SCREW SCREW A HENE al oe Ll 99 1 Jl fe el e n E 5 1 im 2 LR Ey 58 H ELEVATOR TENSION RUDDER TENSION SCREW SCREW 3 0 o O O Control Stick Length Adjustment The DX7 allows you to adjust the control stick s length Use the 2mm Allen wrench supplied with SETSCAEW your DX7 transmitter to unlock the setscrew Turn the wrench counterclockwise to loosen the screw Then turn the stick clockwise to shorten or counterclockwise to lengthen After the control stick length has been adjusted to suit your flying style tighten the 2mm setscrew LOOSEN ww TIGHTEN SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION Screen Contrast The screen contrast is adjustable allowing the user to vary the contrast for improved clarity in all conditions To adjust contrast with the transmitter on and in the main menu press and hold the select key Then press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to lighten or darken the contrast
43. TIMER screen Press the SELECT key to select STOP W DOWN T or INH With DOWN T selected press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to change the preprogrammed time SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Servo Monitor The servo monitor screen serves as a useful tool when programming your radio It displays servo movement and direction when different programming functions sticks and or switches are moved Press to enter SERVO MONITOR x INCREASE 4 ADJUST DECREASE 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Function Mode SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE General Information SPEKTRUM DX7 GENERAL 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 ca Lu Servo Precautions e Do n
44. UP or DOWN keys to select the desired function Use the SELECT key to scroll to the desired channel Use the INCREASE and DECREASE keys to change the values or positions of the selected channel Use the CLEAR key to return the selected value to the factory default settings SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Function Mode Flowchart Information pertaining to each function is explained on the following pages Functions will appear on the screen in the same order they are shown on the flowchart below Dual Rate amp Exponential page 51 Reverse Switch page 53 Sub Trim page 54 Travel Adjust page 55 Elevator to Flap Mix page 56 Aileron to Rudder Mix page 57 4B 5 EXP 5 3O0UTPUT EXP LIN WR 188 REVERSING SW THRO GEAR BILE ELEU E 12345 6 7 GERR r a W al lal lal fal la cc SUB TRIMI TIMERI THRO AILE MODEL 1 j DOMN T el mei 161266 ETRRUEL ADJUST THEOD AIL FROG 8 FTHEGS THRO H 1885 L 1882 RATE ax 1885 E ig B 8 ELEN R SaN p Tees L 188 OFFSET 8 J 1882 1885 ELEU FLAP MIHI DIFFERENTIAL kERHTEs D B FLAFEROH HORM 5 SE FLAPS CAILE RUDO MIHI FLAP 5 5 3 HORN
45. air route traffic control center nearest the site of your proposed operation Information Provided By Director Air Traffic Service Federal Aviation Administration Washington D C Daily Flight Checks 1 Check the battery voltage on both the transmitter and the receiver battery packs Do not fly below 9 0V on the transmitter or below 4 7V on the receiver To do so can crash your aircraft Note When you check these batteries ensure that you have the polarities correct on your expanded scale voltmeter 2 Check all hardware linkages screws nuts and bolts prior to each day s flight Be sure that binding does not occur and that all parts are properly secured 3 Ensure that all surfaces are moving in the proper manner 4 Perform a ground range check before each day s flying session 5 Prior to starting your aircraft turn off your transmitter then turn it back on Do this each time you start your aircraft If any critical switches are on without your knowledge the transmitter alarm will warn you at this time 6 Check that all trim levers are in the proper location 7 All servo pigtails and switch harness plugs should be secured in the receiver Make sure that the switch harness moves freely in both directions m Limited Warranty Period Horizon Hobby Inc guarantees this product to be free from defects in both material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purc
46. and DECREASE key LHODEL SELECTI INCREASE FSELECT MODEL 4 e ACEO DOWN DECREASE e z S iLECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on transmitter To Enter the Model Select Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously and turn the power switch ON to access the System Setup Mode Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key until the MODEL SELECT screen appears Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired model memory ModelMatch The DX7 features patent pending ModelMatch technology that prevents operating a model using the wrong memory This feature can prevent stripped servo gears broken linkages and even a crash due to trying to operate fly a model using the wrong memory How ModelMatch Works Each individual model memory has its own embedded code that is transferred to the receiver during binding The receiver actually learns the code for the specific model memory that has been selected during binding and when bound will only operate when that model memory is selected If a different non matching model memory is selected the receiver simply won t connect This feature prevents trying to operate fly a model using the wrong model memory The receiver can be re programmed to operate with any other model memory by simply re binding with the transmitter programmed to the desired model memory Note If the receiver is turned on and th
47. anty does not cover damage due to improper installation operation maintenance or attempted repair by anyone other than Horizon Return of any goods by Purchaser must be approved in writing by Horizon before shipmen lt gt Damage Limits HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCT WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT WARRANTY NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY 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 this Product you are advised to return this Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase Law These Terms are governed by Illinois law without regard to conflict of law principals Safety Precautions SPEKTRUM DX7 GENERAL INFORMATION SPEKTRUM DX7 GENERAL INFORMATION This is a sophisticated hobby Product and not a toy It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability Failure to operate this Pr
48. ate mix value Note Selecting a negative value will reverse the direction of the function Note A swashplate Exponential function is available that compensates for the non linear output caused by the rotation of the cyclic servos This EXP function eliminates swashplate interactions at the extremes of travel It is recommended that the EXP function be activated at all times 90 SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Throttle Hold The Throttle Hold function is used to practice autorotation and is often used as a safety switch for electric helicopters holding the throttle in the off position When the throttle hold switch is activated the throttle hold function holds the throttle servo ESC in a specific position normally low or off throttle while all other servos function normally The throttle hold switch is also selectable Switch selection options include rudd D R gear AUX 2 aileron D R or elevator D R Press to enter Press to activate THROTTLE HOLD and change values THROTTLE HOLD THEO HOLD V INCREASE HOLD POS 5 8 2 KSUIRUDD DR poste a 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY St EAR MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Press to return Function Mode desired channel value to INH To Access the Throttle Hold Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the THRO HOLD screen Press the INCREASE o
49. atessateeseaneseeeeess 98 PT HISP U ROI SE 99 TIM S e RM 100 TO ACCESS The TITO EUTICEIOTI cocco tct vet tls 101 SERVO MONMON 102 103 103 SEF 511 0 6 17118 2 5o aetate e a eti 104 General see os sete kote ste vem editus 104 Sadlety 00 5 and DOE DIS contiene tete ttt 104 Fe eral AviationsAGMIN e ee t e e d ae 105 PUIDOS6 2 oiim ibm mtem mt m RES HE E 105 cce SE M E tee 105 Operating Standards s s trt ehe dete eh vage 105 Information Provided e tr ee tee 105 106 Limited Warranty Period sese tentent tentent trennen tenens 107 Limited ote catene 107 Damage IMTS om o et dante 107 Dalely PIECAULIONS s doter m em em ea e 107 Questions Assistance and Repairs 108 108 Warranty Inspection and seen 108 Nori Warrarity te tem te ee ts 108 Declaration of 22 s c trt tert 109 Al Craft PTO GAN s act acci
50. can be reprogrammed to operate with any other model memory by simply rebinding with the transmitter programmed to the desired model memory Note If the receiver is turned on and the matching model memory is not selected the system will not connect Either select the matching model memory or rebind the receiver in the current model memory to resume operation SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Type Select Function The DX7 features two programming types Airplane and Helicopter The DX7 can memorize data for up to 20 models individually Press to enter TYPE SELECT INCREASE and DECREASE key CTYPE SELECTI INCREASE HODEL 1 h ADJUST PHELI E DECREASE g w ACCESS O CLEAR 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY 2 DX MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on transmitter To Enter the Type Select Mode Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP key until the TYPE SELECT function appears on screen Press the INCREASE and DECREASE key LTYPE SELECT INCREASE MODEL 1 AES FHELI Paope ice sas 5 gt CLEAR KEY SELECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to accept new model type To Select a Model Type Press the INCREASE or DECREASE to toggle between the heli or acro model types To accept the new model type press t
51. ch function allows electronic means of reversing the servo s throw Servo reversing is available for all seven channels Press to enter REVERSE Press to select REV or NORM UP REVERSING ZH Sp INCREASE A GEAR SCROLL ES 1 ADJUST gt DOWN DECREASE i 5 TEN CLEAR gt lt HORM 1 d 5 1 DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Function Mode desired channel Accessing the Reverse Switch Function Press the SELECT key to access the desired channel Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to reverse the servo direction for that selected channel THRO Throttle AILE Aileron ELEV Elevator RUDD Rudder GEAR Gyro Gain PIT Pitch AUX1 Gyro Gain SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE B Sub Trim The Sub Trim function allows you to electronically adjust the centering of each servo Sub trim is individually adjustable for all seven channels with a range of or 125 or 30 degrees servo travel Caution Do not use excessive sub trim values as it is possible to overdrive the servo s maximum travel Sub trim value 125 The channels available are THRO Throttle AILE Aileron ELEV Elevator RUDD Rudder GEAR Retractable Landing Gear PIT Pitch AUX2 Auxiliary 2 Press to enter SUB TRIM Press to adjust sub trim position ESUE
52. chnology and is only compatible with DSM2 transmitters The 7000 will not operate with the DX6 or Spektrum surface systems ee SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION Flight Log Optional for AR7000 Receiver The Flight Log is compatible with AR7000 receivers The Flight Log displays overall RF link performance as well as the individual internal and external receiver link data Additionally it displays receiver voltage Using the Flight Log After a flight and before turning off the receiver or transmitter plug the Flight Log into the Data port on the 7000 receiver The screen will automatically display voltage e g 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 internal antenna B Antenna fades on internal antenna L Antenna fades on the left external antenna R Antenna fades on the right external antenna F Frame loss H Holds Antenna fades represents the loss of a bit of information on that specific antenna Typically it s normal to have as many as 50 to 100 antenna fades during a flight If any single antenna experiences over 500 fades in a single flight the antenna should be repositioned in the aircraft to optimize the RF link Frame loss represents simultaneous antenna fades on all attached receivers If the RF link is performing optimally frame
53. d a single switch COM AILE COM ELEV COM RUDD or FLAP2 The choices for this are found on the D R SWITCH SEL screen in the System Setup Mode for Airplanes Exponential is available for the aileron elevator and rudder channels Expo values are adjustable from 100 full negative expo LIN linear and 100 full positive expo The factory default settings for both the 0 and 1 switch positions are LIN or 0 Either switch position may be selected to give any desirable EXPO rate by placing the switch in the desired position and adjusting the value accordingly Note A negative Expo value will increase sensitivity around neutral and a positive Expo value will decrease sensitivity around neutral Normally a positive value is used to desensitize control response around neutral Press to enter DUAL RATE and EXPONENTIAL Press to adjust value u amp EXP E P s e SCROLL i ADJUST RHILE DOWN EMP LIH ACCESS DR 1 S iLECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM DECREASE OUTPUT Press to return value to default setting Press to enter Press to select Function Mode desired channel To Adjust the Exponential Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the DUAL RATE amp EXPONENTIAL screen Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired channe
54. de close the throttle and the helicopter will descend with the body turning in the same direction as the main rotor Increase the D or Down mix until the helicopter descends with no tendency to turn or rotate When attempting this procedure throttle stick movements should be slow and the initial acceleration and deceleration swings should be overlooked Press to enter REVO MIX PRELE INCREASE NO HORM STHT AS Q ie FF B BH D DECREASE E ad ACCESS SELECT CIE 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY 2 Ox MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Press to return Function Mode desired channel value to default To Access Revolution Mixing Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode Press the SELECT key to select the desired function Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to change the value or function SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 85 Gyro Sensing The DX7 offers two different types of Gyro Sensitivity Adjustments manual or automatic This feature gives the user the choice of selecting gyro sensitivity manually through the rudder dual rate switch or automatically through the flight mode switch Press to enter GYRO SENS SEHE PALTO ETC INE 1 502 RTE Ox f 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY N f MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Press to return F
55. de 1 Antenna Neck Strap Hook On Off Switch Trainer Hover Pitch Rocker Throttle Hold Flight Mode AUX 2 Switch ear Switch Carrying Handle Hover Throttle Elevator Dual Rate Aileron Elevator Trim Dual Rate Throttle Trim Aileron Throttle Elevator Stick Rudder Stick Rudder Trim Aileron Trim Increase Decrease Button Up Down Scroll Button Select Key LCD Display 58 SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE General Information UP and DOWN key INCREASE and DECREASE key R INCREASE UA Pe 18 6 S 4 MODEL 1 AA eg i SPEKTRUM DX 2 4GHz 9 DECREASE DOWN E ACCESS 1 SELECT Dx 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM CLEAR SELECT key CLEAR key Key Input and Display Functions e The UPand DOWN keys are used to select the programming function e The SELECT key is used to select the channel or feature that you wish to program e The INCREASE or DECREASE key is used to change the values of the selected programming feature The DX7 features two programming modes System Setup Mode and Function Mode which are described in the next sections SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 69 Warning Screen for Throttle Hold Stunt Mode When the DX7 is operated in the helicopter mode there is a warning system that is employed to avoid hot starts accidental high throttle startups when th
56. der to access the Differential Function flaperon or elevon wing mixing must be selected and two servos must be used to operate the ailerons Press to enter DIFFERENTIAL Press to adjust value DIFFERENTIAL INCREASE FLAPERONH 215 HORM D DECREASE ACCESS CLEAR ay ee I Press to enter Press to return Function Mode value to default To Access the Differential Aileron Mixing Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the DIFFERENTIAL screen Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to adjust the Differential value Note Increasing the value will reduce the amount of down travel in each aileron If differential is working in reverse the aileron servos are plugged into the wrong opposite channels The right aileron should be plugged into the aileron channel while the left aileron should be plugged into the flap channel B SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Programmable Mixing 1 6 The DX7 offers six 6 programmable mixes that allow stick or switch inputs to control the output of two or more servos This function allows mixing any one channel to any other channel or the ability to mix a channel to itself The mix can remain ON at all times or it can be switched OFF in flight using a number of different switches Mix values are adjustable from 0 to 125 Each channel is identified by a four character name e g Aileron AILE El
57. derat ccce teret tenete Sete tente tool 110 Helicopter Programming Guide ettet deest ott 111 SPEKTRUM DX7 TABLE OF CONTENTS Battery Charging Transmitter Receiver It is imperative that you fully charge both the transmitter and the receiver battery packs prior to each flying session To do so using the included wall charger leave the charger and batteries connected overnight 16 hours The charger supplied with this system is designed to recharge your batteries at a rate of 110mA for the transmitter and 110mA for the receiver battery pack Transmitter Polarity The center pin on all Spektrum transmitters is negative Therefore the center pin on all Spektrum chargers is negative not positive This is different from many other manufacturers chargers and radio systems Beware of improper connections based on color coded wire leads as they may not apply in this instance You must make sure that the center pin of your Spektrum transmitter is always connected to the negative voltage of your charger RIGHT SIDE OF TRANSMITTER for correct polarity hookup m Y Rh CENTER AFTERMARKET PIGTAIL FOR TRANSMITTER PIN IS BLACK TO POSITIVE NEGATIVE p LK OUTSIDE IS POSITIVE BLACK WITH WHITE STRIPE TO NEGATIVE Charger The pilot lamps should always be ON during the charging operation If they re not check to make s
58. ding of the throttle curve section will make pitch curve adjustment easier to understand The DX7 offers four 4 independent pitch curves Normal Stunt 1 Stunt 2 and Hold Each pitch curve contains five 5 adjustable points L 1 2 3 and H Note When setting pitch curve for throttle hold it is necessary for the throttle hold to be active if this function is inhibited the throttle hold pitch curve will not be visible on the screen In the Function Mode use the UP and DOWN keys to select PITCH CURVE Press to enter PITCH CURVE Press to change values FITCH 7 INCREASE HORM 2 ADJUST sFoint 3 DECREASE S197 51 CLEAR 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Press to return Function Mode desired points value to default To Access the Pitch Curve Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the System Mode In System Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the PITCH CURVE NORM screen Press the SELECT button to access pitch points L Low 1 2 3 or H High or EXPO Press the INCREASE DECREASE key to change the selected pitch value or expo on off Hovering Pitch Rocker The hovering pitch rocker operates in the same manner as the hovering throttle rocker It is operable while the flight mode is in the N or Normal position and its function is to shift the center point 2 of the curve either upward o
59. e Model Select Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously and turn the power switch ON to access the System Setup Mode Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key until the MODEL SELECT screen appears Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired model memory Press to select MODEL SELECT INCREASE and DECREASE key CHODEL SELECT INCREASE 2 ADJUST MODEL 1 A HELI MODEL 2 a ACRO DEM CLEAR 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to enter Press to copy function main screen COPY screen selected model To Enter the Copy Function e Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously and turn the power switch ON to access the System Setup Mode Press the UP or DOWN key until MODEL SELECT appears on screen Press the SELECT button to enter the COPY screen Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the model that you wish to copy the model to Press the CLEAR key to copy the model to the selected model memory Note Be aware that the model that you copy to will have its memory replaced with the new model and the programming information for that model will be erased SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Model Name The Model Name function is used to input and assign the model s name to a specific memory allowing easy identification of each model s program Each model s name is displayed on the main screen when that model is s
60. e matching model memory is not selected the system will not connect Either select the matching model memory or rebind the receiver in the current model memory to resume operation SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Model Select Copy Function continued Press to select MODEL SELECT INCREASE and DECREASE key MODEL SELECTI MODEL 1 MODEL 2 ACRO 558 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning Press to enter Press to copy on transmitter COPY screen selected model To Enter the Copy Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously and turn the power switch ON to access the System Setup Mode Press the UP or DOWN key until Model Select appears on screen Press the SELECT button to enter the COPY SCREEN Press the INCREASE or DECREASE keys to select the model that you wish to copy the model to Press the CLEAR key to copy the model to the selected model memory Note Be aware that the model you copy to will have its memory replaced with the new model s memory and the programming information for the model to be copied to will be erased SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 38 Model Name The Model Name function is used to input and assign the model s name to a specific memory allowing easy identification of each model s program Each model s name is displayed on the main screen when that model is selected Up to eight characters that
61. e power switch is initially turned ON If the flight mode switch or throttle hold is on an alarm will sound and a warning message will be displayed on the LCD When all switches are returned to the normal condition the display will return to normal Note If the Throttle Hold function is not activated prior the power switch being turned ON no alarm will sound Below is the display example of WARNING CONDITION when the power switch is ON WARH IHG Sop INCREASE SCROLL amp ADJUST DOWN DECREASE ACCESS SELECT DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Gyro Connections Note The Gyro Gain channel can be selected to operate on Channel 5 Gear or Channel 7 AUX 2 See input Select on page 78 for detail on selecting the gain channel SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE System Setup Mode Includes programming functions that are normally used during setup System Setup programming functions include MODEL SELECTI SHASH TYPE PE REL i T REX i SERUO Model Select page 72 HELI DSM wes Swash Type page 80 MODEL MAME CIMPUT SELECT MODEL 1 HELI GEOR Model Name page 73 Ds lt 450 gt 5 80 THH Input Select page 78 TYPE SELECT1 THEO RECOLERY MOEL 1 Throttle Recovery Type Select page 74 a ype Select page 74 i page 77 MODEL RESET _
62. e receiver is turned on first except for the AR500 AR6100 and the AR7100 receivers all servos except for the throttle will be driven to their preset failsafe positions set during binding At this time the throttle channel doesn t put out a pulse position preventing the arming of electronic speed controllers or in the case of an engine powered aircraft the throttle servo remains in its current position When the transmitter is then turned on the transmitter scans the 2 4GHz band and acquires two open channels Then the receiver that was previously bound to the transmitter scans the band and finds the GUID Globally Unique Identifier code stored during binding The system then connects and operates normally Note When using the AR500 AR6100 or the AR7100 if the receiver is turned on first no output pulses are sent to any channels If the transmitter is turned on first the transmitter scans the 2 4GHz band and acquires two open channels When the receiver except forAR500 AR6100 and AR7100 receivers is then turned on for a short period the time it takes to connect all servos except for the throttle are driven to their preset failsafe positions while the throttle has no output pulse The receiver scans the 2 4GHz band looking for the previously stored GUID and when it locates the specific GUID code and confirms uncorrupted repeatable packet information the system connects and normal operation takes place Typically this takes 2 to 6 second
63. e turning on the transmitter Selecting Helicopter Mode Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously and hold while turning on the transmitter to enter system setup mode Press the UP or DOWN button until TYPE SELECT appears on screen If HELI is highlighted on screen proceed to SERVO REVERSING page 28 If ACRO is highlighted press the INCREASE or DECREASE key once and heli should be highlighted Press the CLEAR key to accept the model type change SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER QUICK START GUIDE et Servo Reversing Press to enter REVERSE Press to select REV or NORM REVERS TH zh INCREASE GEAR 5 1111 CLEAR 4 ADJUST DECREASE lt a 2 MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY Press to enter Press to select Function Mode desired channel To Access Servo Reversing Turn the power on and press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to enter the function mode Press the UP or DOWN key until REVERSING SW appears on screen Press the SELECT key to select the desired channel then press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select REVERSE or NORMAL servo direction Travel Adjust Press to enter TRAVEL ADJUST Selected channel Press to adjust value INCREASE ALS DECREASE Tae LOGH O CLEAR 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Press to return Functi
64. eft or right rocker can be programmed as the trainer switch NORMAL The transmitter can be used as a master or slave but the slave transmitter must have the same programming e g reverse travel adjust dual rates mixes sub trims etc as the master P LINK In Pilot Link the master transmitter maintains control of all secondary functions e g dual rate expo gear flaps etc and only the primary stick controls aileron elevator rudder and throttle are transferred to the slave transmitter when the trainer switch is pressed SLAVE P LINK In the Slave mode the DX7 is used as a slave radio in conjunction with a Spektrum radio that is used as the master that is in P LINK mode there is no need to match the slave s programming to the master transmitter s programming in this mode Press to enter TRAINER FUNCTION Press to select trainer type LTEHIHER1 INCREASE amp ADJUST HORMAL ROCKER e CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on the transmitter To Enter the Trainer Mode Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP key until TRAINER function appears on screen Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired Trainer type INH NORMAL P LINK or SLAVE P LINK Also note that the trainer switch can be located on the right or left rocker switch Use the SELECT key to highlight SW
65. el to any other channel or the ability to mix a channel to itself The mix can remain ON at all times or be switched OFF in flight using a number of different switches Refer to chart below Mix values are adjustable from 0 to 125 Each channel is identified by a four character name 0 Aileron AILE Elevator ELEV etc The channel appearing first is the master channel The second channel is the slave channel For example AILE ELEV would indicate aileron to elevator mixing Each time the aileron stick is moved the elevator will deflect and the elevator will automatically move in the direction and to the position based on the value input in the programmable mix screen Mixing is proportional so small inputs of the master channel will produce small outputs of the slave channel Each programmable mix has a mixing offset The purpose of the mixing offset is to redefine the neutral position of the slave channel e ON Mixing always on e F NR Flight mode normal F S12 Stunt modes 1 and 2 e F S2 Stunt mode 2 HOLD Throttle hold toward self e GEAR Gear channel toward self Press to select MASTER CHANNEL or SLAVE CHANNEL Press to enter PROG MIX FROG HII INCREASE RTHED THEO OH SCROLL j Jj B k Bow SYON foes OFFSET a _ 555 SFLECT CLIEAR ox MODEL MATCH MEER EE VETE Press to enter Press to highlight Press to return Function Mode MASTER CHANNEL value
66. elected Up to eight characters that include numbers and letters are available Press to enter MODEL NAME INCREASE and DECREASE key rz MODEL MAME Sy INCREASE soro MODEL 1 ACRO AS DSM lt 45 gt C DOWN bu DECREASE g ACCESS CLEAR D 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter main screen To Enter the Model Name Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key until the MODEL NAME screen appears Press the SELECT key to move the cursor to the desired character s position Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired character ModelMatch The DX7 features patent pending ModelMatch technology that prevents operating a model using the wrong memory This feature can prevent stripped servo gears broken linkages and even a crash due to trying to operate fly a model using the wrong memory How ModelMatch Works Each individual model memory has its own embedded code that is transferred to the receiver during binding The receiver actually learns the code for the specific model memory that has been selected during binding and when bound will only operate when that model memory is selected If a different non matching model memory is selected the receiver simply won t connect This feature prevents trying to operate fly a model using the wrong model memory The receiver
67. er Reset 40 To Perform a DATA RESET or Reset the Integrated 40 MEI 41 To Enter the Trainer MOE snie eene 41 TE tral MEF SYSTEM sce vo tente tette ette 42 Throttle RECOVERY on s eee eed d ee e e e m tenes 42 To Activate Throttle RECOVEIY s n stor enmt te e mmm met 42 MM ER ER 43 ACCESS en dene teet n e nt 43 WINGY etes 44 ie 44 Flaperon Wing Type Selection n 44 Delta Wing Type eene 44 To Enter the Wing Typ FUNGHOM zoe a AE 44 TO Selecta Wing IVBes sese tto eels edge 45 Flaperon Wing Type Servo 46 Delta Wing Type Servo Connections seen 46 V Tail Type Servo Connections nnn 46 F nconiMOde 2e oem ity edna nite bath ee 47 To Enter Function trennen 47 Function Mode 5 tr teo 40 MOGESs c e t ete io ede ct etm Ret 49 To Enter the Function EISE tto tre e teres 49 SPEKTRUM DX7 TABL
68. evator ELEV etc The channel appearing first is the master channel The second channel is the slave channel For example AILE RUDD would indicate aileron to rudder mixing Each time the aileron Stick is moved the aileron will deflect and the rudder will automatically move in the direction and to the position based on the value input in the programmable mix screen Mixing is proportional so small inputs of the master channel will produce small outputs of the slave channel Each programmable mix has a mixing offset The purpose of the mixing offset is to redefine the neutral position of the slave channel Note Programmable mix 5 and 6 have a built in trim include function If programmable mix 5 or 6 is selected and a master channel is selected that has a trim lever e g aileron elevator rudder or throttle the trim will operate both the master and the slave channel Press to select MASTER CHANNEL or SLAVE CHANNEL Press to enter PROG MIX 11 INCREASE FTHEO THRO Ch FATE Du k Sh EH T DECREASE OFFSET s 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY CEAR Press to enter Press to highlight Press to return Function Mode MASTER CHANNEL value to default or SLAVE CHANNEL SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Programmable Mixing 1 6 continued Assigning Channels Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the des
69. f not operated and maintained properly It is imperative to install your radio control system correctly Additionally your level of piloting competency must be high enough to ensure that you are able to control your aircraft under all conditions If you are a newcomer to radio controlled flying please seek help from an experienced pilot or your local hobby store Safety Do s and Don ts for Pilots e Ensure that your batteries have been properly charged prior to your initial flight e Keep track of the time the system is turned on so you will know how long you can safely operate your system 9 Performa ground range check prior to the initial flight of the day See the Daily Flight Checks Section for information e Check all control surfaces prior to each takeoff e Do not fly your model near spectators parking areas or any other area that could result in injury to people or damage of property e Do not fly during adverse weather conditions Poor visibility can cause disorientation and loss of control of your aircraft Strong winds can cause similar problems e Do not point the transmitter antenna directly toward the model The radiation pattern from the tip of the antenna is inherently low e Do not take chances If at any time during flight you observe any erratic or abnormal operation land immediately and do not resume flight until the cause of the problem has been ascertained and corrected Safety can never be taken lightly
70. for the recommendation for installing servo s in your aircraft How to Range Test the DX7 Servo Mounting Flange 1 t m Servo Mounting Flange B Grommets Servo Arm Retaining Screw _ Servo Arm Horn Servo Output Shaft s Servo Case F Servo Lead w Connector Before each flying session and especially with a new model it is important to perform a range check The DX7 incorporates a range testing system which when the bind button on the back of the transmitter is pressed and held reduces the output power allowing a range check Range Testing the DX7 2 Face the model with the transmitter 1 With the model resting on the ground stand 30 paces approx 90 feet away from the model in your normal flying position and depress and hold the bind button on the back of the transmitter This causes reduced power output from the transmitter 3 You should have total control of the model with the button depressed at 30 paces 90 feet 4 If control issues exist call the Product Support Team at 1 877 504 0233 for further assistance 90 feet 30 paces 1B SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION Advanced Range Testing Using a Flight Log While the above Standard Range Testing procedure is recommended for most sport aircraft for sophisticated aircraft that contain significant amounts of cond
71. g system you have just set up Any point of throttle stick travel can be set as the auto land point Once the throttle stick passes through this point and the LAND switch is in the MID or land position the landing system will be activated Thus the elevator and flaps would be activated If the flap mixing switch is not in the LAND position the throttle stick operation would have no effect on the landing system Press to enter AUTO LANDING Press to adjust value HORM HID an DOWN LAME DMI BES HAUTO S iLECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to return Function Mode value to INH To Activate the Automatic Landing Feature In the flap screen press the SELECT key until AUTO is highlighted Press either the INCREASE or DECREASE key to activate the AUTOMATIC LANDING SYSTEM To change this value press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to adjust the value 0 low stick while 100 full stick To clear the auto land point press CLEAR and the display will return to INH SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 59 Differential Aileron Mixing Note Only available when Flaperon or Elevon is activated see Wing Type page 44 The Differential Aileron function allows precise electronic adjustments of the up vs down aileron travel of both ailerons Aileron differential is used to reduce unwanted yaw characteristics during roll inputs In or
72. has occurred If at any time the receiver is turned off then back on and the transmitter is not turned off the receivers will blink as a power interruption was induced by turning off the power to the receiver In fact this simple test turning off then on the receiver will allow you to determine if your system s brownout detection is functioning Note If a brownout occurs in flight it is vital that the cause of the brownout be determined and corrected QuickConnect and Brownout Detection are designed to allow you to safely fly through most short duration power interruptions However the root cause of these interruptions must be corrected before the next flight to prevent catastrophic safety issues 16 SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION Receiver Installation continued Servo Installation In helicopters there is generally enough room on the servo tray to achieve the necessary separation If needed a In gas and glow powered aircraft where vibration is mount can be fashioned using clear plastic to mount the external receiver present the servos should be mounted using the supplied rubber grommets and bushings Do not over tighten the mounting screws The diagram will assist you in properly mounting the grommets and bushings In electric and non powered aircraft there are many acceptable methods for mounting the servo including servo tape and even glue See the information included with your aircraft
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74. he CLEAR key All settings will be set to the factory defaults SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Model Reset Integrated Timer The Model Reset function resets all programming functions to their default settings This screen also allows you to reset the integrated timer function to zero Press to enter MODEL RESET MODEL RESET INCREASE MODEL 4 HELI DETA RESET Aa IHTEG T DECREASE 263224 _ 55 S LECT 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning Press to select Press to reset data on transmitter RESET or INTEG T To Reset a Model Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP key until MODEL RESET appears on screen Press the SELECT key until DATA RESET is highlighted Pressing the CLEAR key will reset the model memory to factory default settings Press to enter MODEL RESET INCREASE and DECREASE key LHODEL RESET gt NOREASE f MODEL i HELI DSM gt RESET HTEG T DECREASE ACCESS EKT Hold while turning Press to select Press to reset timer on transmitter RESET or INTEG T To Reset the Integrated Timer Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP key until the MODEL RESET function appears on screen Press the SELECT key until INTEG T is highlighted Pressing the
75. high point and low point of the throttle curve but only affects the hovering rpm The hovering throttle rocker only affects the throttle curve in normal mode and has no effect on the curve in Stunt 1 or Stunt 2 Exponential Throttle Curve Function With the DX7 system individual throttle curves are selectable to be either straight linear or curved exponential To select an exponential curve press the select key until EXP OFF appears on the throttle curve screen Next press either the increase or decrease key to activate the exponential feature an will replace the off on the screen With the exponential function ON you will notice that any sharp angles of the throttle curve will become more rounded or smooth creating a smooth throttle servo movement during the entire throttle curve range Idle Up Normally flight modes 1 and 2 are used to increase engine rpm below half stick for forward flight and aerobatic maneuvers idle up At this time any other trims are not active as the throttle will only operate follow the current throttle curve values Stunt 1 and Stunt 2 Note Throttle curves are adjusted independent of the normal throttle curve Simply select the desired throttle curve by using the up or down key SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 83 Pitch Curve Adjustment of the pitch curve is very similar to the throttle curve adjustment described in the preceding section A thorough understan
76. include numbers and letters are available Press to enter MODEL NAME INCREASE and DECREASE key LHODEL MARE INCREASE MODEL 4 ge ZEmIRH SED Y p ADJUST DOWN lt ACCESS S iLECT CLEAR DECREASE DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on transmitter To Enter the Model Name Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key until the MODEL NAME screen appears Press the SELECT key to move the cursor to the desired character s position Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired character SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Type Select Function The DX features two programming types Airplane and Helicopter The DX7 can memorize data for up to 20 models individually and the model type will automatically be stored with each model memory Press to enter TYPE SELECT INCREASE and DECREASE key SELECT MODEL 1 HELI PACED CLEAR 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on transmitter To Enter the Type Select Mode Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP key until the TYPE SELECT function appears on screen Press the INCREASE and DECREASE key TYFE SELECT INCREASE MODEL 1 HELI ae LE L 4 DECREASE
77. increased decreased to suit your specific needs Press to enter Press to change values THROTTLE CURVE THEO CLURUET INCREASE HORE 1 AUT PFoint L B E DECREASE IH a OUT mui 23 CLEAR oX 7 MODEL MATGH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Press to return Function Mode desired points value to default To Access the Throttle Curve Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the System Mode In System Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the THRO CURVE NORM screen Press the SELECT button to access pitch points L Low 1 2 3 or H High or EXPO Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to change the selected pitch value or expo on off SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Throttle Curve continued Throttle Trim Setting The throttle trim lever is only active when the flight mode switch is in the normal position The throttle trim is used to increase or decrease the engine rpm to achieve a reliable idle when in the Normal Mode The throttle trim lever has no effect in flight modes 1 or 2 Stunt 1 or Stunt 2 or throttle hold Hovering Throttle Rocker Setting The hovering throttle rocker increases or decreases the engine throttle position for the center point only point 2 of the throttle curve Use of the hovering throttle rocker shifts the middle curve upward or downward Therefore operation of the hovering throttle rocker does not cause any change to the
78. ions Antenna Polarization For optimum RF link performance it s important that the remote antennas be mounted in an orientation that allows for the best possible signal reception when the aircraft is at all possible attitudes and positions This is known as antenna polarization If two receivers are used the antennas should be oriented perpendicular to each other typically one vertical and one horizontal This allows the greatest exposed visual cross section of the antennas from all aircraft orientations If three antennas are used it is recommended that one antenna be mounted vertically one horizontally in line with the fuselage and one horizontally perpendicular to the fuselage This covers the X Y and Z axis offering superb cross section visibility in all aircraft orientations An optional fourth antenna can be added at an intermediate angle offering even greater RF link security and system redundancy Main Receiver External Receiver Mounting the remote receiver a slightly different location even just inches away from the primary receiver gives tremendous improvements in path diversity Essentially each receiver sees a different RF environment and this is key to maintaining a solid RF link even in aircraft that have substantial conductive materials e g larger gas engines carbon fiber pipes etc which can weaken the signal Using servo tape mount the remote receiver keeping the remote antennas at least 2 inches a
79. ired PROG MIX screen 1 6 Press the INCREASE DECREASE key to select the desired master channel Press the SELECT key to highlight the slave channel Press the INCREASE DECREASE key to select the desired slave channel Press to enter PROG MIX Press to adjust MIX value ACCESS 5 1 CLIAR 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to return value to default Press to enter Press to Function Mode highlight RATE Assigning Mixing Values Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the desired PROG MIX screen 1 6 Press the SELECT key to highlight RATE Using the stick or switch that is assigned to the master channel move that stick or switch in the desired direction that you wish to adjust the mix value Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to adjust the mix value Values are adjustable from 125 to 125 Note If a switch is assigned to the mix that switch must be turned on to allow mixing values to be changed Moving the stick or switch in the opposite direction will allow the mix value to be adjusted in the opposite direction SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Programmable Mixing 1 6 continued Press to enter PROG MIX Press to adjust OFFSET value 11 INCREASE k THRO THEO i EHTE ns ALS SCROLL DOWN d d DECREASE ACCESS
80. l AILE ELEV or RUDD Move the selected channel s dual rate switch to the desired position 0 or 1 Press the SELECT key until EXP is highlighted Adjust the Expo rate values for the selected switch position using the INCREASE or DECREASE key SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Reverse Switch The Reverse Switch function allows electronic means of reversing the servo s throw Servo reversing is available for all seven channels Press to enter REVERSE Press to select REV or NORM 22 ADJUST 2 ch d DECREASE M S LECT xX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Function Mode desired channel To Access the Reverse Switch Mode Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the Reverse screen Press the SELECT key to access the desired channel Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to reverse the servo direction for that selected channel The channels available are THRO Throttle AILE Aileron ELEV Elevator RUDD Rudder GEAR Retractable Landing Gear FLAP Flap AUX2 Auxiliary 2 SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 53 Sub Trim The Sub Trim function allows you to electronically adjust the centering of each servo Sub Trim is individually adjustable for all seven channels with a range of or 125 or 30 deg
81. l TRAINER function appears on screen Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired Trainer type INH Normal P Link or Slave P Link Also note that the trainer switch can be located on the right or left rocker switch Use the select key to highlight SW R then press the increase or decrease key to select the right R or left L rocker SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Operating the Trainer System 1 Select the appropriate trainer type as described above and match the servo reversing and trim on both radios if the normal trainer type is used 2 Plug in the optional trainer cord in both transmitters 3 Turn on the master transmitter only The slave transmitter must have the power switch remain off 4 Activate the trainer switch on the master transmitter and test all control functions e g servo reverse travel etc to make sure they are working properly using the slave transmitter Note If using a JR 72MHz slave transmitter it is necessary that the slave be placed in PPM modulation Throttle Recovery The DX7 has a unique throttle trim recovery feature The throttle recovery function when activated stores the current throttle trim position Then when the throttle trim is lowered to shut off the engine moving the trim up one click will return the throttle to it s previously stored position That stored position is then recalled by moving the throttle trim up This makes shutting off the engine and restarting
82. landing system can also be activated by a preset position of the throttle stick Refer to the Automatic Landing Attitude section for more information on how to select the preset throttle position Note The Flap System is only operational when SYSTEM is selected under Flap in the Input Select screen See page 46 for more detail Press to enter FLAP SYSTEM Press to adjust value FLAP SYS HORM iS INCREASE FLAP ELEL e HORM foem TID BE A V LHHD 188 EX AUTO 1 ALTE THH CIC EO Press to enter Press to highlight Press to return Function Mode the desired function value to default Accessing and Utilizing the Flap System Press the UP and SELECT keys simultaneously to enter the Function Mode Press either the UP or DOWN key until FLAP SYS appears in the upper left portion of the LCD Press the SELECT key to position the cursor at the desired function e g ELEV FLAP SPOI AUTO Note The flap system can only be accessed when SYSTEM is selected in the Input Select screen under flaps See page 46 for more details Press the UP or DOWN key to set the value for flap and elevator travel The UP key adds up flap elevator and the DOWN key adds down flap elevator The input is adjustable from 125 for flap and 200 for elevator 58 SPEKTRUM 7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Automatic Landing When the Automatic Landing Function is active the throttle stick will activate the landin
83. losses per flight should be less than 20 A hold occurs when 45 consecutive frame losses occur This takes about one second If a hold occurs during a flight it s important to reevaluate the system moving the antennas to different locations and or checking to be sure the transmitter and receivers are all working correctly Note A servo extension can be used to allow the Flight Log to more conveniently be plugged in without having to remove the aircraft s hatch or canopy On some models the Flight Log can be plugged in attached and left on the model using double sided tape This is common with helicopters mounting the Flight Log conveniently to the side frame SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION Receiver Power System Requirements Inadequate power systems that are unable to provide the necessary minimum voltage to the receiver during flight have become the number one cause of in flight failures Some of the power system components that affect the ability to properly deliver adequate power include Receiver battery pack number of cells capacity cell type state of charge e The ESC s capability to deliver current to the receiver in electric aircraft The switch harness battery leads servo leads regulators etc The 7000 has a minimum operational voltage of 3 5 volts it is highly recommended the power system be tested per the guidelines below Recommended Power System Test Guidelines If a questionable power s
84. mode Press the UP or DOWN key until THROTTLE CURVE NORM appears on screen Press the SELECT key to select the stick position that you wish to adjust the throttle L Low 1 25 2 5096 3 1596 H High Press the INCREASE or DECREASE keys to adjust the throttle value of the selected throttle position Note For more information about setting up Throttle Curves see page 92 This completes the basic Quick Start setup for your helicopter For additional features like Dual and Expo Rates Mixing etc see the appropriate pages listed in the table of contents 30 SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER QUICK START GUIDE Aircraft Programming Guide Control Identification and Location Airplane Mode 2 Throttle ALT The Throttle ALT function makes the throttle stick trim active only when the throttle stick is at less than half throttle This allows accurate idle adjustments without affecting the mid to high throttle position Antenna Neck Strap Trainer Flap Hook Mix Rudder Gear Switch Dual Rate Carrying Handle Flap Mix ying AUX 2 Switch Elevator Dual Rate Aileron Throttle Trim Dual Rate Elevator Trim Throttle Aileron Elevator Rudder Stick Stick Rudder Trim Trim Up Down Scroll Button Select Key LCD Display SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 3i t Control Identification and Location Airplane Mode 1 Throttle ALT The Throttle ALT function makes
85. mode In System Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the TIMER screen Press the SELECT key to select STOP W DOWN T or INH With DOWN T selected press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to change the preprogrammed time SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 55 Servo Monitor The servo monitor screen serves as a useful tool when programming your radio It displays servo positions and is useful in checking different programming functions Press to enter SERVO MONITOR SCROLL zi GEOR DECREASE lt DOWN JU 55 CLEAR 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY ECOGNITION SYSTEM 2 MODEL MATCH MODEL RI Press to enter Function Mode BB SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Helicopter Programming Guide Transmitter Control Identification and Location Mode 2 Antenna Neck Strap On Off Switch Trainer Hover Pitch Rocker Hook Flight Mode ame Throttle Hold Switch Gear Switch Carrying Handle Hover Throttle Switch Elevator Dual Rate Aileron Throttle Trim M im Dual Rate t La z Elevator Trim Throttle 6 Aileron Elevator Rudder Stick Stick Rudder Trim Aileron Trim Increase Decrease Button Up Down Scroll Button Clear Key Select Key LCD Display B1 SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Transmitter Control Identification and Location Mo
86. nutes and 50 seconds to be programmed and when that time expires a beeper will sound for 10 seconds STOP W Stopwatch The stopwatch function is a simple count up timer that displays minutes and seconds up to 59 minutes and 59 seconds When the DOWN T or STOP W function is selected the timer will be displayed on the main screen The following buttons are used in conjunction to operate the timer function INCREASE or DECREASE keys Used to start stop and restart the timer CLEAR key Used to reset the timer to the preset time Down T or to reset the stopwatch timer to 0 00 Press the INCREASE or DECREASE Press to select TIMER key to set the down timer CTIHERI INCREASE MODEL 4 AW Ci rots DECREASE ACCESS pem SELECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Function Mode Press the SELECT key Press the CLEAR key to access INH DOWN T to reset the DOWN T or STOP W SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Timer continued Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to start or stop the timer i el INCREASE MODEL 1 ion 3 SPEKTRUM DX 2 4GHz e DOWN aoe DObH T DECREASE 55 O SELECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press the CLEAR key to reset the timer Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the system
87. o interference Included with your DX7 is an 7000 7 channel receiver The AR7000 combines an internal and external receiver offering superior path diversity The system simultaneously transmits on two frequencies creating dual RF paths This dual path redundancy plus the fact that each of the two receivers is located in a slightly different location exposes each to a different RF environment and creates a bulletproof RF link in all conditions Receiver Compatibility You ll be glad to know that the DX7 is compatible with all Spektrum and JR DSM receivers including the AR500 AR6000 AR6100 e AR6200 AR6300 AR7100 r AR9000 AR9100 JR921 and JR1221 Note when using the DX7 with a park flyer receiver like the AR6000 or AR6100 it s imperative that the receiver be limited to use in Parkfly type aircraft only This includes small electric and non powered airplanes and mini and micro electric helicopters 8 ARG200 AR7000 AR9000 AR6100 AR6100e AR6300 AR7100 AR71 an AR9100 SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION 3 C ModelMatch Table of Contents With patent pending ModelMatch technology you ll never mistakenly try to fly your model using the wrong memory again The DX7 features ModelMatch technology that prevents the operation of a model if the wrong model memory is selected During binding the receiver actually learns and remembers the specific model memory 1 of 20 that the t
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89. on Mode desired channel value to default To Access Travel Adjust Turn the power on and press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to enter the function mode Press the UP or DOWN key until TRAVEL ADJUST appears on screen Press the SELECT key to select the desired channel then press the INCREASE or DECREASE key while holding the stick or switch in the desired direction that you wish to adjust the servo travel eB SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER QUICK START GUIDE Pitch Curve Adjusting the Normal Pitch Curve The DX7 offers four independent pitch curves each with up to five adjustable points This function allocates a Separate pitch curve setting during normal stunt 1 stunt 2 and hold modes Once the pitch curves are adjusted each can be activated in flight using the three position flight mode and throttle hold switches Each of the five points of the pitch curve are independently adjustable from 0 10096 These five points correspond to low 25 mid 7596 and high stick positions See page 94 for more details on setting up pitch curves Press to enter PITCH CURVE Press to change values up EFITCH 7 INCREASE 48 HORM 3Point i IHH DECREASE IH Sg QUT gi gt z a ACCESS SELECT CLEAR OX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Function Mode desired points To Access the Pitch Curve Function Turn the power on and press the DOWN and SELE
90. on or repair should be shipped to the following address Horizon Service Center 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign Illinois 61822 All other Products requiring warranty inspection or repair should be shipped to the following address Horizon Product Support 4105 Fieldstone Road Champaign Illinois 61822 e oo SPEKTRUM DX7 GENERAL INFORMATION SPEKTRUM DX7 GENERAL INFORMATION ua Aircraft Programming Guide Helicopter Programming Guide MODEL NAME ODEL NAME MODEL NUMBER ODEL NUMBER REVERSE SW REVERSE SW SUB TRIM TRAVEL ADJUST TRAVEL ADJUST POSITION THROTTLE THROTTLE CURVE HOLD ELEV FLA MIX DUAL RATE AILE RUD MIX CHANNEL MIX 1 E MIX 2 n PROGRAM MA3 _ MIX MIX 4 AILE ELEV PIT MIX5 SWITCH SELECT MIX 6 ReN REV ReN REV SWASH TYPE 90 CCPM 120 CCPM 180 CCPM FLAPERON AILERON ELEVON D R ELEVATOR V TAIL puta RUDDER PROGRAM ES FLAP2 MIX FLAP ELEV FLAP 0 SYSTEM FLAP CHANNEL OFFSET N
91. onential The Dual Rate and Exponential function allows two control rates to be programmed and selected with a switch Dual rates and expos are available on the aileron elevator and rudder channels Changing the dual rate value not only affects the maximum control authority but also affects the overall sensitivity of control A higher rate yields a higher overall sensitivity The sensitivity around center can be tailored using the Exponential function to precisely adjust control feel Dual and Expo rates can be controlled by their respective dual rate switches aileron elevator and rudder or by one common switch COM AILE COM ELEV COM RUDD FLAPO or FLAP2 The choices for this are found on the D R SWITCH SEL screen in the System Setup Mode for Airplanes Dual rate values are adjustable from 0 125 The factory default settings for both the 0 and 1 switch positions are 100 Exponential values are adjustable from 100 to 100 Either switch position may be selected as the low or high rate by placing the switch in the desired position and adjusting the value accordingly Press to enter DUAL RATE Press to adjust value EXP INCREASE z E i ADJUST HAILE E J DOWN EXP LIH DAR 188 om ACCESS EN zio d CLEAR Press to enter Press to select Press to return value Function Mode desired channel to default setting To Adjust the Dual and Expo Rates Press
92. ot lubricate servo gears or motors e Do not overload retract servos during retracted or extended conditions Make sure they are able to travel their full deflection Overloading or stalling a Servo can cause excessive current drain e sure all servos move freely through their rotations and no linkages hang up or bind A binding control linkage can cause a servo to draw excessive current A stalled servo can drain a battery pack in a matter of minutes e Correct any control surface buzz or flutter as soon as it is noticed in flight as this condition can destroy the feedback potentiometer in the servo It may be extremely dangerous to ignore such buzz or flutter e Use the supplied rubber grommets and brass servo eyelets when mounting your servos Do not over tighten the servo mounting screws as this negates the dampening effect of the rubber grommets Ensure the servo horn is securely fastened to the servo Use only the servo arm screws provided the size is different from other manufacturers e Discontinue to use servo arms when they become yellowed or discolored Such servo arms may be brittle and can snap at any time possibly causing the aircraft to crash e Check all related mounting screws and linkages frequently Aircraft often vibrate causing linkages and screws to loosen General Notes Radio controlled models are a great source of pleasure Unfortunately they can also pose a potential hazard i
93. ow while the combined aileron travel is adjusted with the aileron dual rate It is also possible to set aileron differential Reverse switches are applicable for each servo Neutral adjustments of each servo are made by the Sub Trim Function SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 45 Wing Type continued Flaperon Wing Type Servo Connections AILE servo port right aileron servo port left aileron Flaperon Wing Type Connection AUX1 Servo Port Left Aileron AILE Servo Port Right Aileron Delta Wing Type Servo Connections ELEV servo port right aileron AILE servo port left aileron Delta Wing Type Connection AILE Servo Port Left Aileron ELEV Servo Port Right Aileron V Tail Type Servo Connections RUDD servo port right V tail ELEV servo port left V tail V Tail Type Connection ELEV Servo Port Left V Tail RUDD Servo Port Right V Tail SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Function Mode UP and DOWN key INCREASE and DECREASE key MODEL 1 SPEETELM DAT 2 4GHz 1 1 6 INCREASE 2 ADJUST DOWN ao DECREASE re ACCESS S iLECT CLEAR 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY 7 MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM SELECT key CLEAR key To Enter Function Mode 9 From Main Screen Display press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to enter the Function Mode Use the
94. r DECREASE key to activate the throttle hold function When activated press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to change the throttle hold value To Access the Throttle Hold Switch Function Press the SELECT key to highlight switch Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired switch SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 8i Throttle Curve The DX7 offers three 3 separate throttle curves with five 5 adjustable points per curve This function allows you to adust the throttle curve to optimize engine rpm at a particular pitch setting Once the throttle curves are established each can be activated in flight using the 3 position flight mode switch The flight mode switch offers three 3 selectable curves N Normal 1 Stunt 1 2 Stunt 2 The N or Normal position should be used for starting the engine and hovering Positions 1 and 2 or Stunt 1 and Stunt 2 should be used for aerobatic maneuvers and forward flight Note The throttle trim and hovering throttle lever are only operable when the flight mode switch is in the Normal position Thus in the 1 or 2 positions these two functions have no effect Each of the five 5 positions of the throttle curve are independently adjustable from 0 10096 These five 5 positions correspond to the position of the throttle stick The transmitter is factory preset to the throttle curve as indicated by the solid line in the figure below Individual points can be activated and
95. r downward to adjust pitch at the hover position g4 SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Revolution Mixing only used with non heading hold gyros The Revolution Mixing Function mixes tail rotor input with the Throttle Collective function to counteract torque from the main rotor blades When set up correctly the helicopter should climb and descend without a tendency to yaw in either direction Because torque reaction varies with different power settings it is necessary to vary the tail rotor pitch at the same time The DX7 offers two 2 separate revolution mixing programs with independent up and down mixing for each one for flight mode position N and the other for Stunt 1 and Stunt 2 positions The U or Up mixing adjusts the tail rotor compensation for the mid to high throttle stick setting and the D or Down mixing adjusts the tail rotor compensation for the mid to low throttle stick setting In the Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the Revolution Mixing screen Setting Up Revolution Mixing First adjust the helicopter so that it will hover in a neutral position with the tail rotor trim at center Next establish the helicopter in a stable hover then steadily increase the throttle to initiate a stable climb The body of the helicopter will move in the opposite direction to the main rotor rotation Increase the U or Up setting until the helicopter will climb with no tendency to turn or rotate At a safe altitu
96. ransmitter is currently programmed to Later if the incorrect model is selected in the transmitter and the receiver is turned on the model simply won operate preventing a possible crash Change programming to the matching model memory and you are set to fly Using This Manual For your convenience this manual is arranged with separate sections for airplane and helicopter software functions Airplane Programming is located on pages 31 through 66 Helicopter Programming is located on pages 67 through 102 Programming functions are discussed in the same order that they appear on the radio An explanation of the use and purpose of each feature is provided followed by an illustration of its LCD display A blank data sheet has been included at the end of each section Once all data has been input for a particular model it is highly recommended that you also record it on a copy of the data sheet provided 4 SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the World of Spektrum DSM2 Full Range 2 DSM2 DuaLink9 TechnoloO i cess ree a 3 heceiVepGOmbpatbilitye oe et LAC NE e 3 ber ID ELE n 4 WS IMG TTG 4 CMAN GIN G di ode ttes ren iste ead 10 RECEN a ts 10 Transmiter Rolan sem S RR 10 SIE THEE
97. reen that was used in Function Mode To Exit the Function Mode e Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously The system will return to the main screen SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE List Modes The list mode screens display all the functions onscreen allowing the access of any function without having to scroll through each screen Note that there are two list modes a System Setup list mode that displays all the system setup functions and a Function list mode that displays all the system programming functions To enter the System Setup List Mode with the system on and in any System Setup function press the UP and SELECT keys simultaneously To enter the Function List mode with the system on and in any function mode screen press the UP and SELECT keys simultaneously In either List Mode pressing the UP and DOWN keys will move the cursor to the desired function Then pressing the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously will access the selected function UP and DOWN key INCREASE and DECREASE key EXP THRO HOLD AUTO CURD HOR Si EUEN 5 1 sus 0 NE 9 MIX PPI CORU STi 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM LISTI INCREASE ADJUST SELECT key CLEAR key UP and DOWN key INCREASE and DECREASE key LISTI Sp INCREASE CURN PEOBIMIRO TIMER AA RMOMT TO
98. rees servo travel Caution Do not use excessive sub trim values as it is possible to overdrive the servo s maximum travel The channels available are THRO Throttle AILE Aileron ELEV Elevator RUDD Rudder GEAR Retractable Landing Gear FLAP Flap AUX2 Auxiliary 2 Press to enter SUB TRIM Press to adjust sub trim position SUE E INCREASE THRO RILE ADJUST 2 5 1 CLEAR D 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Function Mode desired channel To Access the Sub Trim Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the SUB TRIM screen Press the SELECT key to access the desired channel FUC D DECREASE lt lt A Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to adjust the sub trim position for that selected channel 54 SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Travel Adjust The Travel Adjust function allows the precise endpoint adjustments of all seven channels in each direction independently The travel adjust range is from 0 15096 Channels available for programming are THRO Throttle AILE Aileron ELEV Elevator RUDD Rudder GEAR Retractable Landing Gear FLAP Flap AUX2 Auxiliary 2 Press to enter TRAVEL ADJUST Selected channel Press to adjust value INCREASE DECREASE 6 Z CLEAR 2 4 GHz DSM
99. s 2 Q Sometimes the system takes longer to connect and sometimes it doesn t connect at all A In order for the system to connect after the receiver is bound the receiver must receive a large number of continuous one after the other uninterrupted perfect packets from the transmitter in order to connect This process is purposely critical of the environment ensuring that it s safe to fly when the system does connect If the transmitter is too close to the receiver less that 4 feet or if the transmitter is located near metal objects metal transmitter case the bed of a truck the top of a metal work bench etc connection will take longer and in some cases connection will not occur as the system is receiving reflected 2 4GHz energy from itself and is interpreting this as unfriendly noise Moving the system away from metal objects or moving the transmitter away from the receiver and powering the system up again will cause a connection to occur This only happens during the initial connection Once connected the system is locked in and should a loss of signal occur failsafe the system connects immediately 4ms when signal is regained 3 Q I ve heard that the DSM system is less tolerant of low voltage Is that correct A All DSM receivers have an operational voltage range of 3 5 to 9 volts With most systems this is not a problem as most servos cease to operate at around 3 8 volts When using multiple high current draw servos
100. s and helicopters the use of the Flight Log is unnecessary For sophisticated aircraft especially those that have significant conductive materials within the airframe 0 jets scale airplanes etc the Flight Log offers an extra measure of confidence that all radio components are working optimally The Flight Log is an important tool that allows the confirmation that the installation position of the internal and remote receivers relative to the conductive materials in the aircraft is optimized and that the RF radio link is operating at the highest levels of performance Receiver and Servo Installation Receiver Installation Install the main receiver using the same method you would use to install a conventional receiver in your aircraft The AR7000 incorporates dual receivers offering the security of dual path RF redundancy An internal Typically wrap the main receiver in protective foam and fasten it in place using rubber bands or hook and loop receiver is located on the main PC board while a second external receiver is attached to the main board straps Alternately in electric models or helicopters it s acceptable to use thick double sided foam tape to fasten with a 6 inch extension By locating these receivers in slightly different locations in the aircraft each receiver the main receiver in place is exposed to its own RF environment greatly improving path diversity the ability for the receiver to see the signal in all condit
101. sse 24 UTD dern EE 24 lity peel BG OF cn oett ed t ng pt 25 Selectirigy Altplane MO rt ian 25 SELVOREVETSING scs ette ete Semestre temm 26 To Access Servo 5 eene 28 Travel 26 TO tette 26 Helicopter Quick S arotan MAS eite 27 Model Type SeleGtl OD eic ra pets neo erre rame teas 27 S8lecting HeliGOpter MOSS oct tnt htec ett 27 Servo REVETSING s au oce een md estote di ted t as 28 TO ACCOSS Servo REVEISING suc nci mtm nme vin feit 28 Travel 28 To Access Travel Ad 5 5 een feret here eee eedem 28 Iri 29 Adjusting the Normal Pitch rettet tenentes 29 SPEKTRUM DX7 TABLE OF CONTENTS To Access the Pitch Curve Function ne 29 DP T 30 Adjusting the Normal Throttle Curve tete tenentes 30 To Access the Throttle Curve Function sse 30 Aitcratt Programmi audes tc tr e e et e eee e e ec 31 Control Identification and Location Airplane Mode 2
102. switch to the desired position or 1 Press the SELECT key until EXP is highlighted Adjust the Expo rate values for the selected switch position using the INCREASE or DECREASE key SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 85 Bh Auto Dual Rate EXP The Auto Dual Rate and Expo function allows Expo and Dual Rate values aileron elevator and rudder to be automatically selected in each flight mode Normal ST1 ST2 and Hold When an auto dual rate flight mode is inhibited the dual rate is defaulted to the correlating switch and dual rate switch positions Press to enter AUTO DUAL RATE Press to adjust value CAUTO INCREASE SCROLL 2 ADJUST 13 IHH ST 2 IHH 55 A CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to select Press to return value Function Mode desired flight mode to default setting To Adjust the Auto Dual Rate Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode Press the UP or DOWN key until the AUTO D R EXP screen appears on screen Use the select key to select NORMAL ST1 ST2 or HOLD FLIGHT mode When selected press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select DUAL RATE P 1 P 2 or INHIBIT Note The actual dual rate values are set in the Dual Rate and Expo screen See page 84 SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Reverse Switch The Reverse Swit
103. that the airplane be tipped up on its nose and rotated 360 degrees for one minute then record the data Next place the airplane on its wheels and do a second test rotating the aircraft in all directions for one minute 6 After one minute release the bind button A successful range check will have recorded zero frame losses Scrolling the Flight Log through the Antenna fades A B L R will allow you to evaluate the performance of each receiver Antenna fades should be relatively uniform If a specific antenna is experiencing a high degree of fades then that antenna should be moved to a different location 7 A successful Advanced test will yield the following H 0 holds F 0 frame losses A L Antenna fades will typically be less than 100 It s important to compare the relative antenna fades and if a particular receiver has significantly higher antenna fades 2 to 3X then the test should be redone and if the same results occur move the offending receiver to a different location SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION Binding The AR7000 receiver must be bound to the transmitter before it will operate Binding is the process of teaching the receiver the specific code of the transmitter so it will connect to that specific transmitter Once bound the receiver will only connect to the transmitter when the previously bound model memory is selected If another model memory is selected the receiver will not connect This feature is
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105. the mixing value from to to This will reverse the mixing direction of the rudder from its original direction ON Mixing Always ON MIX Switch ON OFF Using Mixing Switch Flap 0 Switch ON OFF Using Flap Mix Position 0 Flap 2 Switch ON OFF Using Flap Mix Position 2 Press to enter AILE RUDD MIX Press to adjust value CAILE EUDE MIHI Ey INCREASE FF e zh MIX DECREASE du ACCESS 7 Press to enter Press to highlight Press to return Function Mode RATE or SW value to default To Access the Aileron to Rudder Mix Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the AILE RUDD MIX screen Press the SELECT key to highlight RATE or SW switch To Adjust the Mix Value With RATE highlighted press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to adjust the mix value Note To reverse mix directions a negative mix value is accessible To Assign a Switch With SW highlighted press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to select the desired switch used to turn on off the mix Flap 0 or Mix SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE 51 Flap System The purpose of the Flap System is to set the flap and elevator positions for landing and takeoff This is accomplished by selecting values for the elevator and flaps to be activated when the Land Switch is engaged Three flap and elevator positions are available The
106. then turned on losing the necessary information to allow the connection to take place We ve also had customers that didn t fully understand the range test process and pushed the bind button before turning on the transmitter also causing the system to lose its bind If when turning on the system fails to connect one of the following has occurred The wrong model has been selected in the model memory ModelMatch The transmitter is near conductive material transmitter case truck bed etc and the reflected 2 4GHz energy is preventing the system from connecting see 2 above e The bind button was unknowingly or knowingly depressed and the transmitter was turned on previously causing the transmitter to no longer recognize the receiver 5 0 Can use 3 cell Li Po pack in my transmitter A No All current JR and Spektrum transmitters are designed to operate using a 9 6 volt transmitter pack A fully charged 3 cell Li Po pack puts out 12 6 volts This higher voltage can overload the power regulating transistor causing damage and or failure possibly in flight Many of our customers have experienced failures using 3 cell Li Po packs and their use in JR and Spektrum transmitters is highly advised against The X9303 2 4 system will operate for over 15 hours using a 2700mAh Ni MH battery 6 0 How important is it that test my system using the Spektrum Flight Log A For most sport airplane
107. tion is a simple count up timer that displays minutes and seconds up to 59 minutes and 59 seconds When the DOWN T or STOP W function is selected the timer will be displayed on the main screen The following buttons are used in conjunction to operate the timer function INCREASE or DECREASE key Used to start stop and restart the timer CLEAR key Used to reset the timer to the preset time Down T or to reset the stopwatch timer to 0 00 Press the INCREASE or DECREASE TIMER key to set the down timer CTIMER Cw INCREASE HODEL 1 4 amp ADJUST DECREASE ACCESS 2 SELECT CLEAR 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY 2 DX MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Function Mode Press the SELECT key Press the CLEAR key to access INH DOWN T to reset the DOWN T or STOP W to 10 00 minutes SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Timer continued Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to start or stop the timer C3 151 5 INCREASE MODEL 1 SPEKTRUM Dx 2 4GHz SCROLL 4 ADJUST DOWN B lil DECREASE 18 98 ACCESS SELECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press the CLEAR key to reset the timer To Access the Timer Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the system mode In System Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the
108. uctive reflective materials e g turbine powered jets some types of scale aircraft aircraft with carbon fuselages etc the following advanced range check will confirm that all internal and remote receivers are operating optimally and that the installation position of the receivers is optimized for the specific aircraft This Advanced Range Check allows the RF performance of each individual internal and remote receiver to be evaluated and the location of each individual remote receiver to be optimized Advanced Range Testing the DX7 1 Plug the Flight Log optional into the data port in the AR7000 receiver and turn on the system transmitter and receiver 2 Advance the Flight Log until F frame losses are displayed by pressing the button on the Flight Log Have a helper hold your aircraft while observing the Flight Log data 4 Standing 30 paces away from the model face the model with the transmitter in your normal flying position and depress and hold the bind button on the back of the transmitter This causes reduced power output from the transmitter 5 Have your helper position the model in various orientations nose up nose down nose toward the transmitter nose away from the transmitter etc while your helper is watching the Flight Log noting any correlation between the aircraft s orientation and Frame Losses Do this for 1 minute The timer the DX7 can be used here For giant scale aircraft it s recommended
109. unction Mode desired function value to default To Access the Gyro Sensing Function In function mode press the UP or DOWN key until GYRO SENS screen appears on the screen Use the SELECT key to highlight the desired RATE or FLIGHT MODE Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to change the rate value or the select position or 1 for each flight mode Note In order to access the Gyro Sensing function it is necessary to select Gyro in the Input Select screen and assign it to AUX 2 or the gear channel See page 78 for more details Manual Gyro Sensitivity Adjustment Manual Gyro Sensitivity Adjustment allows the pilot to select from two different gyro sensitivities during all flight conditions This function is activated in conjunction with the rudder dual rate switch Automatic Gyro Sensitivity Adjustment The Automatic Gyro Sensitivity Adjustment feature allows the pilot to automatically alter the sensitivity of the gyro from either of two predetermined settings through the use of the flight mode switch As different flight modes are selected Normal 1 2 Hold the Gyro s sensitivity rate will switch to the predetermined compensation rate for each particular flight mode in use SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Programmable Mixing 1 3 In helicopter mode the offers three 3 programmable mixes that allow stick or switch inputs to control the output of two or more servos This function allows mixing any one chann
110. ure that both the transmitter and receiver are switched OFF Do not use this charger for equipment other than Spektrum The charging plug polarity may not be the same and equipment damage can result During the charging operation the charger s temperature is slightly elevated This is normal SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION Control Stick Tension Adjustment Removing the Back of the Transmitter Remove the battery cover by pressing down on the ridged areas of the cover and sliding the cover towards the bottom of the transmitter Unplug the battery and set it aside Carefully remove the screws from the back of the transmitter using a small Phillips screwdriver CHARGING JACK FOR NiMH BATTERY TRAINER JACK BATTERY COVER CAUTION THE BATTERY CONNECTOR IS KEYED SO THAT IT CAN ONLY BE PLUGGED IN ONE DIRECTION DO NOT FORCE Note Use care when installing the screws securing the back of the transmitter They are threading into plastic and can be stripped if over tightened SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION Adjusting the Control Stick Tension Note Remove the six 6 transmitter back cover screws Remove the transmitter back being careful not to cause damage to any components Adjust each stick tension screw for the desired tension counterclockwise to loosen stick tension clockwise to tighten stick tension MODE 2 ELEVATOR TENSION RUDDER TENSION SCREW SCREW THROTTLE
111. use of ailerons as flaps or spoilers This function also allows the precise independent adjustment of up and down travel and independent sub trim and differential of each aileron Delta Wing Type Selection Delta wing arrangements combine the function of ailerons with the function of the elevator to allow precise control of both roll and pitch Press to enter WING TYPE FUNCTION INCREASE and DECREASE key WING TYPE FLAPERON OFF W TAIL OFF PELTA OFF DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Hold while turning on the transmitter To Enter the Wing Type Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously then turn on the transmitter Press the UP key until WING TYPE function appears on screen 44 SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMING GUIDE Wing Type continued Flaperon Active CWIHG TYFEI INCREASE SFLRPEROH OH 2 U TH i L DECREASE CLEAR 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY 2 MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM V Tail Active TYPE INCREASE FLAPEROH OFF AL gt L H DECREASE Delta Active DU IMG TYPE INCREASE ACCESS D E L T H H DIC wove wares atte 6 To Select a Wing Type Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key until the desired wing type is highlighted on screen NORMAL FLAPERON DELTA WING Note When Flaperon or Delta Wing type is selected the travel adjustment is used to adjust the individual servo thr
112. ust the sub trim position for that selected channel s direction SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE ag Swashplate Mixing The Swashplate Mix screen is only displayed when a CCPM swashplate mix is activated See page 80 for Swashplate Type to enable Swashplate Mix Swashplate Mix adjusts the amount and direction of travel for the aileron elevator and pitch functions For example if more aileron travel is desired increasing the aileron swashplate mix value will increase the overall travel of the servos necessary to achieve greater aileron throw Note Negative values are available which will reverse the direction of that function Ch3 Ch2 Ch6 Ch2 Ch6 Ch2 Ch6 Ch3 12 PM 3 Servo 120 CC 3 Servo 90 2 Servo 180 CCPM most popular Press to enter SWASH MIX Press to adjust value AN ESWASH MIHI ELS 3 SERUD 60 g 4 4565 6g E DOWN ELEI DECREASED PIT O EAP IHH 9 S iLECT CLEAR DX 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to enter Press to reset Function Mode value to default Accessing the Swashplate Mix Function Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In function mode press the UP or DOWN key to select the SWASH MIX screen Press the SELECT key to access the desired function AILERON ELEVATOR PITCH or EXPO Press the INCREASE or DECREASE key to change the selected swashpl
113. way from the primary antenna Ideally the antennas will be oriented perpendicularly to each other however we ve found this to not be critical In airplanes we ve found it best to mount the primary receiver in the center of the fuselage on the servo tray and to mount the remote receiver to the side of the fuselage or in the turtle deck 6 Extension QuickConnect and Brownout Alert The remote receivers now included with the AR7000 feature QuickConnect with Brownout Detection Should a power interruption occur brownout the system will reconnect immediately when power is restored and the LEDs on each connected receiver will flash indicating a brownout power interruption has occurred Brownouts can be caused by an inadequate power supply weak battery or regulator a loose connector a bad switch an inadequate BEC when using an electronic speed controller etc Brownouts occur when the receiver voltage drops below 3 2 volts thus interrupting control as the servos and receiver require a minimum of 3 2 volts to operate How Brownout Detection Work When the receiver voltage drops below 3 2 volts the system drops out ceases to operate When power is restored the receivers will immediately attempt to reconnect to the last two frequencies they were connected to If the two frequencies are present the transmitter was left on the system reconnects typically in about 4ms The receivers will then blink indicating a brownout
114. witch in the opposite direction will allow the mix value to be adjusted in the opposite direction SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE Programmable Mixing 1 3 continued Press to enter PROG MIX Press to adjust OFFSET value FROG 11 INCREASE THRO THRO 8 an E 2 ADJUST Bx DECREASE EOFFZET 2 CLI AR 2 4 GHz DSM TECHNOLOGY MODEL MATCH MODEL RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press to return value to default Press to enter Press to Function Mode highlight OFFSET Assigning an Offset Press the DOWN and SELECT keys simultaneously to access the Function Mode In Function Mode use the UP or DOWN key to select the desired PROG MIX screen 1 3 Press the SELECT key to highlight OFFSET Move the master channel s stick to the desired offset position and press the CLEAR key to store that offset value The stored offset value will appear onscreen To change the offset value simply move the master channel s stick to the desired position and press the CLEAR button SPEKTRUM DX7 HELICOPTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 99 Timer The DX7 features an onscreen timer with three programming options INH Inhibit In this mode the timer is turned off DOWN T Down Timer The countdown timer allows a preset time in ten second intervals up to 59 minutes and 50 seconds to be programmed and when that time expires a beeper will sound for 10 seconds STOP W Stopwatch The stopwatch func
115. with a single or inadequate battery power source heavy momentary loads can cause the voltage to dip below this 3 5 volt threshold causing the entire system Servos and receiver to brown out When the voltage drops below the low voltage threshold 3 5 volts the DSM receiver must reboot go through the start up process of scanning the band and finding the transmitter and this can take several seconds Please read the receiver power requirement on page 24 as this explains how to test for and prevent this occurrence SPEKTRUM DX7 INTRODUCTION Tips on Using 2 4GHz Systems continued 4 Q Sometimes my receiver loses its bind and won t connect requiring rebinding What happens if the bind is lost in flight A The receiver will never lose its bind unless it s instructed to Its important to understand that during the binding process the receiver not only learns the GUID code of the transmitter but the transmitter learns and stores the type of receiver that it s bound to If the bind button on the transmitter is pressed at any time and the transmitter is turned on the transmitter looks for the binding protocol signal from a receiver If no signal is present the transmitter no longer has the correct information to connect to a specific receiver and in essence the transmitter has been unbound from the receiver We ve had several customers that use transmitter stands or trays that unknowingly depress the bind button and the system is
116. ystem is being used e g small or old battery ESC that may not have a BEC that will support high current draw etc it is recommended that a voltmeter be used to perform the following test Note The Hangar 9 Digital Servo amp Rx Current Meter HAN172 or the Spektrum Flight Log SPM9540 are the perfect tools to perform the test below Plug the voltmeter into an open channel port in the receiver and with the system on load the control surfaces apply pressure with your hand while monitoring the voltage at the receiver The voltage should remain above 4 8 volts even when all servos are heavily loaded Note The latest generations of Nickel Metal Hydride batteries incorporate a new chemistry mandated to be more environmentally friendly These batteries when charged with peak detection fast chargers have tendencies to false peak not fully charge repeatedly These include all brands of NiMH batteries If using NiMH packs be especially cautious when charging making absolutely sure that the battery is fully charged It is recommended to use a charger that can display total charge capacity Note the number of mAh put into a discharged pack to verify it has been charged to full capacity Airplane Quick Start The following section covers a basic programming for a 4 channel airplane with a single rate For more details on programming the aircraft see the Aircraft section of this manual SPEKTRUM DX7 AIRCRAFT QUICK START GUIDE

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