SPEKTRUM DXe DSMX Transmitter Instruction Manual

: June 7, 2024
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SPEKTRUM DXe DSMX Transmitter

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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 a little or no possibility of injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.

WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product cor- rectly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.

This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.

WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: Always purchase from a Horizon Hobby, LLC authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and warranty with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM® or Spektrum technology.

NOTICE: This product is only intended for use with unmanned, hobby-grade, remote-controlled vehicles and aircraft. Horizon Hobby disclaims all liability outside of the intended purpose and will not provide warranty service related thereto.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

Pilot Safety Precautions and Warnings

Always make sure all batteries are fully charged before flying.
Time flights so you can fly safely within the time allotted by your battery.
Make sure all control surfaces correctly respond to transmitter controls before flying.
Do NOT fly a model near spectators, parking areas or any other area that could result in injury to people or damage to property.
Do NOT fly during adverse weather conditions. Poor visibility, wind, moisture and ice can cause pilot disorientation and/or loss of control of a model.
When a flying model does not respond correctly to controls, land the model and correct the cause of the problem.

Battery and Charging Warnings

Failure to exercise caution while using this product and comply with the following warnings could result in product malfunction, electrical issues, excessive heat, FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.

Read all safety precautions and literature prior to use of this product
Never allow minors to charge battery packs
Never drop charger or batteries
Never attempt to charge damaged batteries
Never attempt to charge a battery pack containing different types of batteries
Never charge a battery if the cable has been pinched or shorted
Never allow batteries or battery packs to come into contact with moisture at any time
Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places (recommended between 50–80˚ F or 10–27˚ C) or place in direct sunlight
Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the charger cool between charges
Always inspect a new battery before charging
Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the product malfunctions
Always keep batteries and charger away from any material that could be affected by heat (such as ceramic and tile), as they can get hot
Always end the charging process if the charger or battery becomes hot to the touch or starts to change form (swell) during the charge process

CAUTION: If using rechargeable batteries, charge only rechargeable batteries. Charging non-rechargeable batteries may cause the batteries to burst, resulting in injury to persons and/or damage to property.
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to national regulations.

Transmitter Control

Overview

1| Antenna|
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2| LED|
3| Wireless Trainer Bind Button|
4| Dual Rate Switch (2 pos switch)|

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| Throttle/Aileron Stick (Throttle/Roll: Mode 1) Elevator/Aileron Stick (Pitch/Roll: Mode 2) Throttle/Rudder Stick (Throttle/Yaw: Mode 3) Elevator/Rudder Stick (Pitch/Yaw: Mode 4)|
6| Elevator Trim (Pitch: Mode 2,4)

Throttle Trim (Mode 1,3)

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7| Aileron Trim (Roll: Mode 1,2)

Rudder Trim (Yaw: Mode 3,4)

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8| Power Switch|
9| Neck Strap Mount|
10| Rudder Trim (Yaw: Mode 1, 2)

Aileron Trim (Roll: Mode 3, 4)

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| Elevator/Rudder Stick (Pitch/Yaw: Mode 1) Throttle/Rudder Stick (Throttle/Yaw: Mode 2) Elevator/Aileron Stick (Pitch/Roll: Mode 3) Throttle/Aileron Stick (Throttle/Roll: Mode 4)|
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12| Throttle Trim ( Mode 2 )

Elevator Trim ( Mode 1 )

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13| Aux Switch (2 pos switch)|
14| Flight Mode Switch (3 pos switch)|
15| Flap Switch (3 pos switch)|
16| Bind/Panic Button|
17| Programming Port|
18| Optional Lithium Ion Battery Charge Port|
19| Battery Cover|
20| Trainer Port|
21| Motor/ Throttle Cut Switch (2 pos switch)|
22| Handle|

Installing the Transmitter Batteries

Installing

Remove battery cover from the back of the transmitter.
Install 4 AA batteries into battery holder.
Install the battery cover.

Optional Lithium Ion Battery Pack

Installing 2

Remove battery cover from the back of the transmitter.
Remove the AA battery holder and disconnect from the transmitter power port.
Remove the Rectangle shaped foam and flat foam from the battery compartment.
Connect the battery pack (SPMA9602) to the transmitter power port.
Install the optional Lithium Ion battery pack into the transmitter. Use care not to pinch the wires.
Install the battery cover.

Transmitter and Receiver Binding

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Lower the throttle to the lowest position and make sure the transmitter is powered off.
Insert the bind plug into the BIND/DATA port.
Insert the ESC plug into the THRO port.
Connect the battery to ESC and turn on the ESC switch, if available. The receiver’s LED will flash rapidly when the receiver is ready to bind.
While pressing the Bind button, power on the transmitter.
Release the Bind button after the receiver’s LED stays illuminated. This indicates the receiver is bound to the transmitter.
Remove the bind plug from the receiver.

Transmitter Programming

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You can configure the DXe transmitter for different aircraft using the Spektrum™ interface cable.

Download the transmitter programming application from SpektrumRC.com or from your mobile device (iOS or Android).
Power on the transmitter.
Open the transmitter programming application.
Connect the interface cable to the transmitter and mobile device.
Use the application to program the transmitter.
Press “Update” in the application to save the transmitter programming.

Mode Conversion

You can change transmitter modes among Modes 1, 2, 3 and 4. This conversion requires both a programming and a mechanical change.

Programming Conversion:

Download the DXe application from SpektrumRC.com or from your mobile device (iOS or Android).
Power on the transmitter.
Open the DXe application.
Connect the interface cable to the transmitter and the device.
Use the application to program the Mode Change 1,2,3 or 4.
Press “Update” in the application to save the programming.

Mechanical Conversion:

Mechanical conversion is required to change between Modes 1 and 2 or between Modes 3 and 4. The mechanical conversion consists of the following steps:

Change the Throttle Ratchet (A)
Adjust the Elevator Centering Screw (B)

Changing the Throttle Ratchet:

Disconnect the battery holder or optional battery from the transmitter and set aside.
Remove the six Phillips head screws that secure the rear transmitter case half.
Put the transmitter face down on a piece of foam or a towel and remove the rear case.
NOTICE: Do not pull or disconnect any of the wires attached to the back transmitter half or damage may result.
Locate the silver throttle friction straps (A) on both gimbals. One strap engages a serrated section on the gimbal for a ratcheted throttle, while the other strap engages the smooth section on the gimbal.
To change the throttle ratchet, loosen the throttle strap so it does not touch the throttle gimbal. Tighten the opposite throttle strap to engage the desired throttle ratchet.

Adjusting the Elevator Centering Screw
When changing between Modes 1 and 2, or between Modes 3 and 4, you must adjust the elevator centering screw (B).

Hold the Elevator or Throttle stick in the full up or full down position when you are adjusting the elevator centering screw. Holding the gimbal stick reduces the load on the elevator centering mechanism and makes it easier to adjust the centering screw.
Locate the gimbal where the elevator centering spring is engaged. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the elevator centering screw. Tightening the screw will disengage the centering spring.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the opposite elevator centering screw until the lever engages.

Adjust Stick Tension

Disconnect the battery holder or optional battery from the transmitter and set aside.
Remove the six Phillips head screws that secure the rear transmitter case half.
Put the transmitter face down on a piece of foam or a towel and remove the rear case.
Tighten or loosen the screws (C) a small amount using a small Phillips screwdriver.

NOTICE: Always do a test of stick tension while turning these screws to en-sure stick tension is not too loose or too tight. Tightening a screw too much can damage a spring. Loosening a screw too much can let a spring fall off and cause short-circuit in the transmitter.
CAUTION: Always power off the transmitter, disconnect and remove the battery before adjusting stick tension or friction straps. Not doing so could result in property damage or injury.

Limited Warranty

What this Warranty Covers
Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase.

What is Not Covered
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modification of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, (vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical regulations, or (vii) use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WAR-RANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PAR-TICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.

Purchaser’s Remedy
Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole dis-cretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.

Limitation of Liability
HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COM-MERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBIL-ITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product, purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.

Law
These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conflict of law principals). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice.

WARRANTY SERVICES

Questions, Assistance, and Services

Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started, you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need any 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 http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/_service-center_render- service-center. If you do not have internet access, please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submitting your product for service. When calling Horizon, you will be asked to provide your complete name, street address, email address and phone number where you can be reached during business hours. When sending product into Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.

NOTICE: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you have any issue with a LiPo battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office.

Warranty Requirements

For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.

Non-Warranty Service

Should your service not be covered by warranty, service will be completed and pay-ment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification. Service estimates are available upon request. You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Non-warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website: http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/_service-center_render-service-center

ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in the country of use and ownership. If received, a non-compliant Product will not be serviced. Further, the sender will be responsible for arranging return shipment of the un-serviced Product, through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at the sender’s expense. Horizon will hold non-compliant Product for a period of 60 days from notiﬁcation, after which it will be discarded.

Warranty and Service Contact Information

Country of Purchase Horizon Hobby Contact Information Address

United States of America

| Horizon Service Center (Repairs and Repair Requests)| servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/Re- questForm/|

4105 Fieldstone Rd Champaign, Illinois, 61822 USA

Horizon Product Support (Product Technical Assistance)| www.quickbase.com/db/ bghj7ey8c?a=GenNewRecord __

888-959-2304

Sales| sales@horizonhobby.com
888-959-2304
United Kingdom| Service/Parts/Sales: Horizon Hobby Limited| sales@horizonhobby.co.uk| Units 1–4 , Ployters Rd, Staple Tye

Harlow, Essex, CM18 7NS, United Kingdom

+44 (0) 1279 641 097
Germany| Horizon Technischer Service __ Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH| service@horizonhobby.de| Christian-Junge- Straße 1

25337 Elmshorn, Germany

Shanghai, China 200060

+86 (021) 5180 9868

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. fig
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CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency range.
Antenna Separation Distance
When operating your Spektrum transmitter, please be sure to maintain a separation distance of at least 5 cm between your body (excluding fingers, hands, wrists, ankles and feet) and the antenna to meet RF exposure safety requirements as determined by FCC regulations.
The following illustrations show the approximate 5 cm RF exposure area and typical hand placement when operating your Spektrum transmitter.

IC Information

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

this device may not cause interference, and
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

FAA Information

Prior to flying, contact your local or regional modeling organizations for guid-ance and familiarize yourself with the current local rules and FAA regulations governing model aviation in your location.
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code
http://www.modelaircraft.org/files/105.PDF

More information about model aviation can be found at www.modelaircraft.org
The Federal Aviation Administration can be found online at www.faa.gov

EU COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE and EMC Directive.
A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online at: http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support-render-compliance.

Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union
This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collections point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.

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