Spektrum SPM4200 remote control
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1. f i Ki k 3 fii p 7 a UR f 4 r Li Ti q 1 i iy Lib r fo LA Leo N Lia Ti J A amp Pa hd s nt io c y r Na iw to P T Hf if i is Ax 3 SO ie 4 vai egr i E va 7 ue etd 7 Innovative Spread Spectrum Technology a Lea ET et One FRA da Sai 2 4GHz ERODE Ss Instruction Manual a Bedienungsanleitung IA mx lt wend Manuel d utilisation DSMR RADIO SYSTEM Manuale di istruzioni NOTICE All instructions warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby LLC For up to date product literature visit horizonhobby com and click on the support tab for this Product MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product NOTICE Procedures which if not properly followed create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury CAUTION Procedures which if not properly followed create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of Serious injury WARNING Procedures which if not properly followed create the probability of property damage collateral damage and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury A WARNING Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before o2. VE o VAI TA 3E naww Ko a A DXAC ill A L fi a A SPE RT RUM SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL iii 10 5 0 RR ARRE RRCIRRE ORI ORAE RRTIERE PR ENCORE ER tatenatens 11 Sio E E nee ne ne T A 12 UE siria 12 VE RR A RR RR ORRORE AA 12 Mila 13 Se E E E E 14 LOD EEEN 14 Pin 15 Active Vehicle Control AVC To AS U Oat E A SER A E E T ETA 16 536 E E EA E EAA 16 li 17 TOUTS SHOOTING GUE nisreen ren 17 1 Year Limited warranty 18 WARRANTY SERVICE G ucraini ion ioni 18 FCG IN Onna ON a 19 Antenna Separation Distance 19 CID ic 20 Compliance Information for the European Union 20 Declaralion oF Gnomi ara 20 SYSTEM FEATURES e One touch easy to use programming e Programmable Up or Down timers e 56 high x 64 wide high resolution dot matrix screen e 20 model memory e Travel adjust e Exponential e Steering mix e Programmable mix e AVC Active Vehicle Control IDENTIFYING CONTROLS AND SWITCHES Function Press the power switch to power ON the transmitter The Power LED will come on a Spektrum logo screen will show then the Main Screen will show on the LCD screen Function INSTALLING BATTERIES CAUTION NEVER remove the transmitter batteries while the model is powered on Loss of model control damage or injury may occur SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL T
3. Remove the SD card from the card slot on the transmitter Re install the rubber grip on the transmitter handle WARNING SCREENS Low Battery Alarm An alarm will sound and a warning screen will show when the transmitter s battery power goes below a set limit This alarm reminds a user to bring the model under full control power off the transmitter and replace batteries Press the Roller to stop the alarm and go to the Main Screen Set the low battery limit using the System Screen Inactivity Alarm An alarm will sound and a warning screen will show when the transmitter has been left on Warnina approximately 10 minutes without control movement Moving any control will stop the alarm This alarm reminds users to power off the transmitter and save battery power Inactivity RECEIVER COMPATIBILITY e The DX4C transmitter is compatible with Spektrum DSMR DSM DSM2 and Marine surface receivers e The Spektrum SRS4210 DSMR Surface receiver is compatible with all Spektrum DSMR transmitters and is also backwards compatible with DSM2 transmitters The SRS4210 receiver is NOT compatible with DSM transmitters e The SR410 DSMR receiver is ONLY compatible with DSMR transmitters Antenna Bind Battery Port z Disable END ET Aux 2 Port Dali ngi SE i B o AE Aux 1 Port Aux 2 Port AUX2 SRS42 Da GHz AUX1 Aux 1 Port i 4CH ESE RECEIVER SR4 1 O Nera Throttle Port Thr
4. be used to name a model This name shows on the Main screen when an model memory is active Tip You can only change a model name when the model memory is active A Active model memory B Model Name 10 character spaces available C Marker showing selected character Sub Trim E A Channel B Box shows around selected text C Value for servo alignment varies among channels Range is 0 to 100 in both directions Up timer is started by pressing the timer button and counts up from 00 00 seconds functioning as a stopwatch The Up timer is useful for timing a fuel run to determine fuel mileage pit stop strategy The Up timer can also be used for electric vehicles to time the run time of a battery pack for determining gear ratio and setup To pause or restart the Up timer press the timer button To reset the Up timer to 00 00 press and hold the timer button for more than 3 seconds A Value for timer B Box shows around selected text C Options Inhibit Down and Up A B SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL SWITCH The Switch Screen lets you assign 5 available switches to these special functions ST trim TH trim Brake Aux 1 Lin Aux 1 2P Aux 1 3P Aux 2 Lin Aux 2 2P Aux 2 3P Assigns a switch to adjust center or neutral so steering tracks straight Assigns the throttle idle adjustment to switch Adjust throttle neutral idle position for drag braking or rolling idle for some mode
5. channel ROSS ST D R SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Remote start assigned to a switch Assigns Steering rate to a switch so a driver can make on the fly steering travel adjustments Steering rate limits the amount of travel of the steering servo 1 yy A Linear a gt 3P 3 position 2 2P 2 position ST GAIN TH GAIN Assigns the ST Gain to a switch enabling you to adjust the sensitivity without using the AVC menu Assigns TH Gain to a switch enabling you to adjust the sensitivity without using the AVC menu ST TH GAIN Assigns the ST GAIN and TH GAIN to the same switch Priority Inhibit enabling you to adjust both gain values simultaneously Assigns the AVC Priority to a switch enabling you to adjust the priority without using the AVC menu No function assigned to switch LOSI ROSS Remote Onboard Starting System A Box shows around selected text B Switch letter See transmitter illustration C Function assigned to the switch Assignment of switches in other screens changes what is shown in this screen The factory default switch assignments are shown here Reset of the transmitter returns switch assignments to these functions 13 SYSTEM The System function lets you adjust transmitter interaction Selections affect all saved model memories A Username You can program a username with up to 10 characters This name shows on the Main Scree
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7. preset failsafe position generally full brake and neutral steering initiate the bind process with your Spektrum transmitter This stores the failsafe position Continue to hold the failsafe position until the binding process is complete 4 The LED on the receiver should now be solid indicating a successful bind has taken place 5 When the bind process is complete remove the bind plug from the receiver and store it in a convenient place Failure to remove the bind plug will result in the receiver going back into bind mode The only time it is necessary to rebind is if different failsafe positions are desired e g servo travel has been reversed after the initial bind or if you want to use the receiver with a different model memory The Main Screen displays information about the selected model such as trim positions timer the model selected battery voltage etc This screen shows the Timer only when activated An alarm will sound when the transmitter s battery voltage goes below the value set in the System Screen An alarm will sound when the timer gets to the limit DOWN set in the Timer Screen While in any screen press and hold the Rolling Selector for more than 3 seconds to return to the Main Screen Throttle TH and Steering ST trim positions show as blocks in rectangles B Model 1 NAME TH OQ ae A Active Model Memory B Model Name C Transmitter battery voltage D St Steering Trim Position E Th T
8. same time the slave secondary channel sends output Output is sent to the model in the direction and to the position assigned in the Mixing Screen Tip You can only select the Aux channel as Slave in this screen when Steer Mix is inhibited Mixing default setting is inhibit nh When anything other than Inh is selected you can make additional adjustments on the Mixing Screen A A box shows around selected text B The primary or master channel can be either ST Steering TH Throttle or AUX Auxiliary C The secondary or Slave channel can be set on ST TH or Aux Channel 3 Auxiliary D This rate value sets the amount of slave servo travel and can be set from 125 to 125 A negative value results in the slave channel moving in a direction opposite the direction of the primary channel E Inh must be changed to enter other mixing values STEER MIX steer Mix function supports mixing Steering to Auxiliary channel so the Auxiliary input follows input to Steering Steer mix is usually used to manage how much rear steering follows front steering inputs Typically this mixing function is used with 2 steering servos on trucks front and rear servos F R front rear type supports 2 mix rates so crab steering and four wheel steering can be used momentarily with a switch Dual type supports full time mixing without a switch Assigning a switch in this screen changes the assignment of that switch in the Switch Screen The def
9. the neutral position If the receiver is powered on prior to turning on the transmitter the receiver will enter the failsafe mode driving the throttle channel to the neutral position When the transmitter is turned on normal control is resumed IMPORTANT Failsafe activates only in the event that signal is lost from the transmitter Failsafe will NOT activate in the event that receiver battery power decreases below the recommended minimums or power to the receiver is lost BINDING THE TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER In order to operate the receiver must be bound to the transmitter Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID Globally Unique Identifier code of a single specific transmitter When a receiver is bound to a transmitter model memory the receiver will only respond to that specific transmitter model memory Binding and Calibrating the Receiver AVC Receivers Only You must calibrate the receiver each time it is placed in bind mode IMPORTANT The following sequence of steps must be followed in order for AVC to function properly 1 Insert the Bind Plug in the BIND port on the receiver 2 Power on the receiver The orange LED flashes indicating the receiver is in bind mode 3 Center the ST TRIM and TH TRIM on the transmitter Put your transmitter in bind mode 5 The bind process is complete when the orange LED on the receiver is solid 6 Pull the transmitter trigger to Full Thrott
10. turned on prior to turning on the trans mitter the receiver will enter the failsafe mode driving the the throttle servo to its preset failsafe position When the transmitter is turned on normal control is resumed IMPORTANT Failsafe activates only in the event that signal is lost from the transmitter Failsafe will NOT activate in the event that receiver battery power decreases below the recommended minimums or power to the receiver is lost SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Install the Receiver in your vehicle using the included double Sided foam servo tape Foam servo tape will hold the receiver in place and help isolate it from vibrations IMPORTANT Do not use hook amp loop material to install the SRS4210 receiver Using hook amp loop material will affect the performance of the AVC system Mount the antenna up and away from the vehicle in an antenna tube The higher up the antenna is the better signal it will receive CAUTION Do not cut or bend the antenna Doing so could damage the antenna resulting in the loss of vehicle control Mount the antenna up and away from the vehicle in an antenna tube The higher up the antenna is the better signal it will receive NITRO VEHICLE INSTALLATION Receiver a BIND BAT Throttle Servo Steering Servo SRS4210 FAILSAFE In the unlikely event that the radio link is lost during use the receiver will drive the throttle channel to
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12. HE RUBBER GRIP This transmitter includes 3 sizes of grips The medium size grip is installed at the factory To change the rubber grip 1 Lift the edge of the grip and pull the grip away from the handle 2 Align the tabs on the new grip with the slots in the handle 3 Press the grip against the handle RACEWARE FIRMWARE UPDATES The DX4C features an SD card reader enabling you to update the transmitter when RaceWare firmware updates are available Register your transmitter at www spektrumRC com to receive the latest information regarding RaceWare firmware updates To install RaceWare firmware updates on your DX4C transmitter MODELMATCH The Spektrum DX4C transmitter features ModelMatch technology preventing you from operating a vehicle when the wrong model memory is active in the transmitter If you select the wrong model memory the receiver will not respond to the transmitter SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Bin Remove the grip from the back of the transmitter handle Download the latest RaceWare firmware from www spektrumRC com to an SD card The transmitter serial number can be found by going to the About screen Install the SD card in the card reader slot on the DX4C transmitter Power on the transmitter A Spektrum logo and an installation bar will appear Installation is complete when the Main screen appears Power off the transmitter
13. Sales Horizon Hobby China 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 Germany A 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 technol ogy 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 SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL i co uk sr IONI com a com cn 86 021 5180 9868 Units 1 4 Ployters Rd Staple Tye 0 1279 641 097 Harlow Essex CM18 7NS United Kingdom Christian Junge StraBe 1 25337 Elmshorn Germany 11 Rue Georges Charpak 71127 Lieusaint France Room 506 No 97 Changshou Rd shanghai China 200060 0 4121 2655 100 0 1 60 18 34 90 ANTENNA SEPARATION DISTANCE When operating your Spektrum transmitter please be sure to maintain a separation distance of at least 5 cm between your body excluding fingers hands wrists ankles and feet and the antenna to meet RF exposure safety requirements as determined by FCC regulations The illustrations below show
14. ault switch for F R is E When Steer Mix is not inhibited the Auxiliary channel cannot be selected as Slave in the Mixing screen When Steer Mix is assigned to a switch moving the switch accesses the alternate set of rate values Adjust positive and negative values for conventional or crab steering NOTICE Before driving a model always do a check of the model s response to steer mix settings Raise the vehicle off the ground so it does not move during testing Mixing l B HET gt fused Rate He S04 D Trim Inh NOTICE Before driving a model always do a check of the model s response to mix settings Raise the vehicle off the ground so it does not move during testing IMPORTANT A negative value results in the secondary channel moving in a direction opposite the direction of the primary channel Stee Tyre 0 Trim Rate Lu l 106 iper Loom 100 1 2 100 CELA O A A a shows around selected text B Dual is full time front rear steer mixing at the programmed rates C When Trim is Act activated the ST trim is applied to both the ST and AUX channels When Trim is nh inhibit the ST trim is only applied the ST channel Actis the default D This rate value for right steering sets the amount of Auxiliary servo travel and can be set from 125 to 125 A negative value results in the Auxiliary channel moving in a direction opposite the direction of the Steering channel E This rate
15. creases the AVC steering stability and throttle management increases Adjust the ST Gain until you reach the ideal amount of Steering control If the front wheels begin to shake the ST Gain value is too high Reduce the ST Gain value until the front wheels stop shaking You can assign ST Gain and TH Gain to the same switch enabling you to adjust both values at the same time Switch Assigning ST Gain and TH Gain to a switch enables you to adjust the sensitivity without using the AVC menu ST GAIN and TH GAIN can be assigned to the same switch to adjust both simultaneously Adjust the Steering Priority The Priority default value is 0 meaning AVC is active when the steering is close to center As you turn the steering wheel away from center neutral the transmitter controls have priority over the AVC system Increasing the Priority value decreases how active AVC is as the steering wheel is turned left and right For example if you increase Priority to 80 you reduce the AVC steering control by 80 at full left or full right steering Increasing the Steering Priority enables you to make tighter turns SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Reset Tes fn 15 MIXING The Mixing function lets Steering Throttle or Aux Channel follow control input made to the Steering Throttle or Aux channel When a mix is enabled and the assigned input control is moved the master primary channel sends output at the
16. del memory E Destination model memory Name F Choosing No returns to the List Screen G Choosing Yes saves active model settings to the selected model memory IMPORTANT Model information saved in a memory is erased and overwritten by active model settings using this Copy function G About This shows the release level of the transmitter s software Refer to Memory Card instructions for updating transmitter software H A small bar shows relative position of highlighted screen name in the list A B Sustem Se c sername D S Fort Bind E Contrast 15 N Uz7er Low Sustem F Contrast 1 amp Buzzer Low H G ana Enalish Su E Rate 16 Sms A Copy From 1 HAME 01 D C SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL RESET The Model Reset function restores factory default settings for the active model memory A Choosing No returns to the List Screen B Choosing Yes affirms erasing saved settings for the active model memory and return of factory defaults C A box shows around selected text IMPORTANT Model information saved in a memory is erased when that model memory is copied over or reset to factory default settings ACTIVE VEHICLE CONTROL AVC Options A ST Gain B TH Gain C Priority Select AVC from the LIST menu 2 Change the State field to ACT 3 Adjust the ST Gain and or TH Gain Sensitivity O1 The default value is 0 ST Gain and TH Gain OFF As the value in
17. e Instead it is the user s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated col lections point for the recycling of waste electrical and elec tronic equipment The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environ ment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product to ati DE p Fy Fa qua EA cee j A y i EEIE di tes i Ba LIE al Cl he a g 1AA pya Tit ge or a yl TRITO SPM4210 G m DSMR RADIO SYSTEM y f 1 logo are trademarks or registered are ModelMatch Active AVC and the Horizon Hobb Hobby LLC lt trademarks of Horizon Hobby LLC DSM DSM2 DSMR RaceW 1 F T 2014 Horizon The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries Inc The SD Logo is a trademark of SD 3C LLC Vehicle Control Created 4 14 43708
18. er antenna to be sure it is short distance away not cut or damaged Make sure receiver antenna is in an antenna tube and is from the transmitter above vehicle Receiver quits Low battery voltage Completely recharge battery responding during Loose or damaged wires or connectors Do a check of the wires and connection between battery and operation between battery and receiver receiver Repair or replace wires and or connectors Receiver loses its Transmitter accidentally put in bind mode Li Bind transmitter to receiver bind ending bind to receiver Receiver taking Transmitter and receiver are operating on longer than usual to Marine receivers can take longer to link with transmitter link with transmitter vane Sion line ene The steering gain is set too high Turn down the steering gain oscillate The front wheels turn The steering channel was reversed after a fe Rebind and calibrate calibration the wrong way when the car slides rotates The throttle does not reduce when the car The throttle channel was reversed after Rebind and calibrate slides rotates calibration SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL 17 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY What this Warranty Covers Horizon Hobby LLC Horizon warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase What
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20. hrottle Trim Position F Timer SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL USING THE ROLLING SELECTOR Press the Selector to enter a highlighted function Roll the Selector to highlight a function or change settings and values when selected Press and hold the Selector for more than 3 seconds in any screen to return the display to the List Screen or the Main Screen To program always start with a press on the Selector then roll then press then roll and so on INDIVIDUAL DIRECTION ADJUSTMENTS In some instances you may find it necessary to independently adjust the control directions for example if you want more travel for left steering than right steering perform the following steps 1 Scroll to the value you wish to change and press the Rolling selector 2 When both directions are selected move the control steering or throttle toward the control direction you wish to change The selection box moves to the desired direction You do not need to hold the control in the desired direction 3 To change the opposite direction simply move the control in that direction 4 Press the Rolling Selector to save the selection LIST HOLD LA ROLL C0 To move between options or change values in an option a Hold for 3 seconds and release to return to the Main or Telemetry screen To Enter Choose or Exit a selection Sticky GUI In the Travel Expo Mixing and Steer Mixing Screens s
21. ing throttle and or brake A positive Steering Expo value for example decreases steering sensitivity around neutral to make it easier to drive at high speeds in a straight line while still allowing for maximum turning radius While sensitivity with positive Expo is decreased around neutral it increases the sensitivity near the end of travel Reference chart for options available for each channel Bottom R right F forward Channel Top n B brake Throttle Binding the Transmitter and Receiver In order to operate the receiver must be bound to the transmitter Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID Globally Unique Identifier code of a single specific transmitter When a receiver is bound to a transmitter model memory the receiver will only respond to that specific transmitter model memory Binding and Calibrating the Receiver AVC Receivers Only You must calibrate the receiver each time it is placed in bind mode IMPORTANT The following sequence of steps must be followed in order for AVC to function properly 1 Insert the Bind Plug in the BIND port on the receiver 2 Power on the receiver The orange LED flashes indicating the receiver is in bind mode 3 Center the ST TRIM and TH TRIM on the transmitter 4 Put your transmitter in bind mode 5 The bind process is complete when the orange LED on the receiver is solid 6 Pull the transmitter trigger to Full Thr
22. ion Not for Children under 14 years This is not a toy WARRANTY REGISTRATION Visit community spektrumrc com today to register your product SAFETY PRECAUTIONS e Always ensure all batteries have been properly charged e Never point the transmitter antenna directly toward prior to using the model the model The radiation pattern from the tip of the e Always check all servos and their connections prior antenna is inherently low to each run e fat any time during the operation of your model you or any other area that could result in injury to people or stop operation of your model until the cause of the damage of property problem has been ascertained and corrected Never operate your model during adverse weather conditions Poor visibility can cause disorientation and loss of control of your model SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Identifying Controls and SWItChes ccecce LIERAC hne RUDDEFGIP rrricnnr Raceware Firmware Updates Modela IGI soss EA I SC PSIG aa ARTO Receiver Compatibility ii AVC Active Vehicle Control PUCCI Saia Electric Vehicle Installation Nitro Vehicle InstallatiON ASIA la ORS4210 Failsafe pesce Binding the Transmitter and Receiver US CONTENTS The DX4C radio system is supplied with the following e DXA4C Transmitter e SRS4210 Receiver SPMSRS4210 e Bind Plug SPM6802 e Grip Set SPM9006
23. le 7 Push the transmitter trigger to Full Brake then return the trigger to center 8 Turn the transmitter steering wheel to Full Right 9 Turn the transmitter steering wheel to Full Left then return the steering wheel to center The orange LED flashes once 10 Remove the bind plug once the calibration and binding process is complete 11 Power off the transmitter IMPORTANT You must rebind the transmitter and receiver if you J gt Change the servo reverse after binding Change the travel after binding Want to use the receiver with a different model memory MAIN SCREEN If you change the servo reversing or travel adjust after binding AVC will not work properly Disabling the Stability Assist Function If you participate in organized racing you may be required to turn AVC technology off To turn off AVC technology insert a second Bind Plug in the Disable port before binding IMPORTANT You must calibrate the receiver each time it is placed in bind mode To activate AVC see the steps in BINDING AND CALIBRATING THE RECEIVER Binding All other receivers 1 With the receiver off insert the bind plug into the BIND port in the receiver 2 Power the receiver through any port If an ESC is being used power on the ESC with the ESC lead plugged in the throttle channel port The orange LED will flash continuously indica ting that the receiver is in bind mode 3 With the throttle channel in the desired
24. ls Decreasing idle can enable a drag brake Increasing idle can keep a model rolling until the brake is used Assigns brake trim to switch Full brake is the default Braking power can be decreased using this trim on some models Assigns channel 3 Auxiliary to switch as linear output see servo illustration This allows for proportional adjustment of servo position This is particularly useful for fuel mixture control on gas engines Assigns channel 3 Auxiliary to switch as 2 posi tion output see servo illustration This is useful for forward and reverse transmissions and some 2 speed transmissions Assigns channel 3 Auxiliary 1 to switch as 3 posi tion output see servo illustration This is useful for forward neutral and reverse transmissions and some dig transmissions Assigns channel 4 Auxiliary 1 to switch as linear out put see servo illustration This allows for proportional adjustment of servo position This is particularly useful for fuel mixture control on gas engines Assigns channel 4 Auxiliary 2 to switch as 2 position output see servo illustration This is useful for forward and reverse transmissions and some 2 speed trans Missions Assigns channel 4 Auxiliary 2 to switch as 3 posi tion output see servo illustration This is useful for forward neutral and reverse transmissions and some dig transmissions Tip Reverse and Travel Screens adjust the endpoints and direction of the Auxiliary
25. n Username defaults to Spektrum In the System screen highlight the Username and press the roller to access the function Use the roller to select the position then press the roller to access a character B RS Port This sets the port Bind or Aux Auxiliary on the receiver for ROSS Remote Onboard Starting System connection C Alert You can set an alarm to sound when the battery voltage gets to the limit set with the Alert The range which can be set is from 0 0V to 6 2V Battery voltage shows on the Main Screen CAUTION Do not operate a model when the battery voltage is below 4V D Contrast The contrast function provides adjustment to the brightness ratio of the lightest to the darkest part of the screen You can set the contrast to a value from 0 to 30 0 is lightest and 30 is darkest E Buzzer You can adjust sounds in loudness among Off Low and High Buzzer adjustment does not change sound level for Inactivity or Low Battery warnings F Lang Language You can select English German Deu French Francais or Italian Italiano as the language showing on transmitter screens COPY The Copy function shares active model memory settings with a selected model memory space This is useful for saving setups for one model to adjust programming for track conditions or model setups A Active or source model memory number B Name of active or source model memory C Box shows selected text D Name of destination mo
26. or centering of each servo to get the servo arm exactly perpendicular to the servo or in the exact optimum desired position Minor sub trim values can be used to correct this offset inaccuracy Sub trim is adjustable for all channels CAUTION Use only small sub trim values so a servo s maximum travel is NOT overdriven Reference chart for options available for each channel Channel Description L left R right B brake F forward H high L low H high L low Throttle TIMER The Timer function supports Up and Down timing When started by an assigned button the time shows on the Main Screen Tip Refer to Switch Screen instructions for assigning a button to the Timer Button E on the grip handle is recommended Down timer is the default timer type The timer can be set in 10 second increments to count down from 10 minutes Normally this timer is programmed for the length of a race The timer s default setting is 5 minutes runtime for e ectric battery capacity and gas powered fuel tank capacity Start the timer by pressing the assigned timer button When the time expires an alarm will sound when Buzzer is not set to OFF and then begin to count up To pause or continue the Down timer press the timer button once To reset the Down timer to its pre programmed value press and hold the timer button for more than 3 seconds NAME Assign a name for a model memory in this screen 10 characters can
27. ottle 7 Push the transmitter trigger to Full Brake then return the trigger to center 8 Turn the transmitter steering wheel to Full Right 9 Turn the transmitter steering wheel to Full Left then return the steering wheel to center The orange LED flashes once 10 Remove the bind plug once the calibration and binding process is complete 11 Power off the transmitter SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Po D Stein 1 L De F Dt moOoOoOwW gt w O i F Adjustable value from 100 to 100 0 is factory default or inhibit IMPORTANT You must rebind the transmitter and receiver if you Change the servo reverse after binding Change the travel after binding Want to use the receiver with a different model memory If you change the servo reversing or travel adjust after binding AVC will not work properly Disabling the Stability Assist Function If you participate in organized racing you may be required to turn AVC technology off To turn off AVC technology insert a second Bind Plug in the Disable port before binding IMPORTANT You must calibrate the receiver each time it is placed in bind mode To activate AVC see the steps in BINDING AND CALIBRATING THE RECEIVER A Select Bind when a receiver is prepared for binding B Active model number C Active model name D Mode E Speed 11 SUB TRIM The Sub Trim function allows electronic adjustment
28. ottle Port E AV Con 4CH SURFACE RECEIVER BIND Steering Port Steering Port Bind Battery Port AVC ACTIVE VEHICLE CONTROL AUX CHANNELS The Spektrum SRS4210 receiver features Active Vehicle The Aux channels can operate as additional servo channels or Control AVC technology that responds similar to traction as a power supply for a personal transponder If AVC technology control in full scale vehicles In addition to traction control AVC is active only two channels Steering and Throttle are technology also increases steering stability during high speed operational The Aux channels can be used to power a personal driving or while driving over rough terrain As you increase the transponder or lights AVC sensitivity the system increases steering stability and If AVC is disabled see DISABLING THE STABILITY ASSIST traction control similar to reducing the amount of steering FUNCTION to disable AVC the Aux channels will operate as rate in a computer transmitter Reducing the sensitivity value increases the amount of steering control from the transmitter The SRS4210 receiver also enables you to quickly turn AVC on or off if you participate in organized racing NOTICE You must use digital servos with the SRS4210 receiver Using analog servos will reduce the performance of the system and may cause analog servos to overheat servo channels SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL SRS4210 Receiver Connection and In
29. perating Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product personal property and cause serious injury This is a sophisticated hobby product It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision Do not attempt disassembly use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby LLC This manual contains instructions for safety operation and maintenance It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual prior to assembly setup or use in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury A WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS Always purchase from a Horizon Hobby LLC authorized dealer to ensure authentic high quality Spektrum product Horizon Hobby LLC disclaims all support and warranty with regards but not limited to compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum NOTICE This product is only intended for use with unmanned hobby grade remote controlled vehicles and aircraft Horizon Hobby disclaims all liability outside of the intended purpose and will not provide warranty service related thereto Age Recommendat
30. r 20 available REVERSE The Reverse function also known as servo reversing establishes the servo s direction relative to the channel s input e g a right Steering input should result in a right steering angle at the model Reverse is available on all channels and is normally the first function that is checked and adjusted during programming Movement of a control or switch is NOT changed Instead a channel s response to transmitter input is reversed Tip Your model manual may refer to this as changing transmitter control directions in the Control Test Reverse Controls section A Box shows around selected text B Channels which can be reversed C Dark box shows direction servo is set Normal is shown NOR normal or REV reverse TRAVEL The Travel function supports precise endpoint adjustments in each direction for all channels A Channel B L left C R right D Box shows around selected text E Adjustable value from 0 to 150 Reference chart for options available for each channel Channel Op Bottom high high L Ca Am o i Low Reverse FEM NOR NOTICE Always check the control directions at the extents of travel to be sure the linkages do not bind Travel values that are too high will cause binding which may result in damage to the vehicle SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL EXPO The Exponential Expo function affects the response rate of the Steer
31. stallation You must install the receiver in the vehicle before binding the transmitter and receiver The receiver can be mounted flat with the label up or on its side When you bind the receiver the AVC system automatically detects the orientation of the receiver The receiver must be mounted completely flat when in the label up orientation or completely perpendicular when mounted on its side If the receiver is angled even slightly AVC may not function properly If the orientation of the receiver is changed after binding you must then rebind for AVC to function properly SR410 Receiver Installation Install the receiver in your vehicle using double sided foam servo tape Foam servo tape holds the receiver in place and protects the receiver from vibration Position the antenna vertically and away from the vehicle in an antenna tube The 5R410 and SRS4210 have a coax style antenna The last 31mm of the antenna is the portion that receives the signal from the transmitter ELECTRIC VEHICLE INSTALLATION To Motor Electronic Speed Control Steering Servo Receiver SRS410 FAILSAFE The throttle failsafe position is set during binding In the unlikely event that the radio link is lost during use the receiver will drive the the throttle servo to its pre programmed failsafe position normally full brakes and all other channels will have no servo output If the receiver is
32. the approximate 5 cm RF exposure area and typical hand placement when operating your Spektrum transmitter 19 IC INFORMATION This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION te iT LT Lu iv nt PL PT RO SE s SK UK PT jis ujnofcH DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY in accordance with ISO IEC 17050 1 No HH2014041301 Product s DX4C DSMR 4 Channel Surface Radio w SRS4210 DX4C DSMR 4 Channel Surface Radio with SR410 Item Number s SPM4210 SPM4200 Equipment class 2 The object of declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the specifications listed below following the provisions of the European R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC EN 300 328 V1 7 1 2006 EN 301 489 1 V1 9 2 2012 EN301 489 17 V2 1 1 2009 EN60950 1 2006 A11 2009 A1 2010 A12 2011 CEO AI ff Signed for and on behalf of Robert Peak Horizon Hobby LLC Chief Financial Officer Champaign IL USA Horizon Hobby LLC Apr 13 2014 SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISPOSAL OF WEEE BY USERS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION This product must not be disposed of with other wast
33. ticky GUI pronounced gooey makes value adjustment easier When you move the channel control the steering wheel or throttle trigger to the desired position and release the value on the screen for that side remains highlighted Move the control the opposite direction to highlight the other value on the screen You do not have to hold the control in the desired position for the value to be changed Highlight both values on the screen again by pressing the Rolling Selector twice with the control centered The List Screen shows other screens to set programming in the transmitter A A dark box around with a clear symbol or text shows highlighted selection Available screens are Select Reverse Travel Expo Bind Sub Trim Timer Name Switch System Copy Reset AVC Mixing and Steer Mix B Active Screen name shows at the top of the screen C Choosing this arrow will return to the previous screen D Asmall bar shows relative position of highlighted screen name in the List SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL Select function opens a model memory for control of a Model or adjustment of saved settings If you haven t programmed a model memory all settings will be at factory default CAUTION Do NOT change the model in Model select while operating a model Change of the model interrupts transmitter signal to the receiver and may cause a crash A Model name programmable in Name Screen B Model memory numbe
34. uct has been started you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any assistance For questions or assistance please visit our website at www horizonhobby com submit a Product Support Inquiry or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative Inspection or Services If this product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the product in please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number Pack the product securely using a shipping carton Please note that original boxes may be included but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility An Online Service Request is available at htto www horizonhobby com content _service center_render service center If you do not have internet access please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submitting your product for service When calling Horizon you will be asked to provide
35. value for left steering sets the amount of Auxil lary servo travel and can be set from 125 to 125 A negative value results in the Auxiliary channel moving in a direction opposite the direction of the Steering channel F R enables switch assignment for the programmed steering mix rates 1 and 2 G The assigned switch A B C D or E lets a driver enable front rear steering mix rate 1 or 2 H Position 1 for the assigned switch I Position 2 for the assigned switch TI SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL ABOUT This screen displays the transmitter serial number which is required when downloading firmware updates and the release level of the transmitter s software Refer to Memory Card instructions for updating transmitter RaceWare firmware TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Transmitter and receiver too near each other Move transmitter 8 to 12 feet 2 4 to 3 6m from receiver Transmitter and receiver too near large metal objects vehicles etc Move away from large metal objects vehicles etc The system will not connect cela modeiisnotbomnd intrasta Make sure correct model memory is selected and that transmitter is bound to the model Transmitter accidentally put in bind mode so o Rebind transmitter and receiver receiver is no longer bound The receiver goes B Replace or contact Horizon product Support into failsafe mode a Check the receiv
36. your complete name street address email address and phone number where you can be reached during business hours When sending product into Horizon please include your RMA number a list of the included items and a brief summary of the problem A copy of your Original sales receipt must be included for warranty consider ation Be sure your name address and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton NOTICE Do not ship Li Po batteries to Horizon If you have any issue with a Li Po battery please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office Warranty Requirements For Warranty consideration you must include your origi nal sales receipt verifying the Proof of purchase date Provided warranty conditions have been met your product will be serviced or replaced free of charge Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon SPEKTRUM DX4C e TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Non Warranty Service Should your service not be covered by warranty service will be completed and payment will be required with out notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50 of the retail purchase cost By sub mitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification Service estimates are available upon request You must include this request with your item submitted for service Non warranty service estimates will be billed a mini mum of 1 2
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