Horizon Hobby AR6600T User Manual

AR6600T/AR6270T User Guide

AR6600T/AR6270T Bedienungsanleitung

Guide de L’utilisateur - AR6600T/AR6270T

AR6600T/AR6270T Guidea Dell’utente

NOTICE

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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 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.

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy. 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.

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AR6600T/AR6270T Telemetry Receiver

The Spektrum™ AR6600T/AR6270T receivers are full range telemetry receivers featuring DSM® technology and are compatible with all Spektrum™ and JR® aircraft radios that support DSM2® and DSMX® technology. These telemetry receivers features 4 integrated telemetry ports that are compatible with Spektrum telemetry capable transmitters.

For information on Spektrum Telemetry Sensors visit: http://www.spektrumrc.com

AR6600T AR6270T

Type

Dimensions (LxWxH) 37.5 x 27.7 x 15.8mm 44.2 x 27.90 x 14.8mm Antenna Length Dual- 2.5 & 5 in Dual- 7 in Remote Antenna Yes-Included No Channels 6 Weight 12.5g 13.2g Band 2.4GHz Voltage Range 3.5–9V

DSMX with internal

telemetry

DSMX Carbon Fuse

with internal telemetry

A: XBUS Port B: RPM sensor port C: Bind Button D: Remote Rx port

(6600T only)

E: Temperature sensor port F: Voltage sensor port G: Remote Rx

(6600T only)

A B

C E

AR6600T Receiver Installation

For optimum RF link performance it’s important that the antennas be mounted in an orientation that allows for the best possible signal reception when the aircraft is in all possible attitudes and positions. This is known as antenna polarization. The antennas should be oriented perpendicular to each other; typically vertical and horizontal and at different angles. The remote receiver antenna should be mounted in a position perpendicular and at least 2 inches away from the main receiver’s antenna using double-sided foam tape.

AR6270T Carbon Fuse Receiver Installation

Airplanes with signiﬁcant carbon ﬁber construction can create an RF shielding effect, reducing range. The AR6270T is designed to overcome these critical RF issues in carbon airplanes by outﬁtting the aircraft with two external antennas at speciﬁc points that will ensure secure RF coverage from all angles of the aircraft.

The AR6270T incorporates two 7-inch feeder antennas, which are designed to be easily mounted through the fuselage in carbon airplanes. Each feeder antenna includes acoaxial portion (which can be thought of as an extension) and an exposed 31mm tip antenna. The last 31mm is the active portion of the antenna.

178mm31mm

Installing the Receiver

Install the receiver in the normal position recommended by the airplane’s manufacturer. Double-sided tape or foam can be used to secure the receiver in place.

Tip: The hard case can be removed to help the AR6270T ﬁt into a slim, carbon fuselage. It is recommended to cover the bare receiver in heat shrink.

Mounting the Antennas

To install the antennas, drill two 1/16-inch holes in the desired antenna mounting positions.

External Antennas

Full Carbon

Slide the feeder antennas through the holes until the 31mm tip, and about 2mm of coaxial, completely exit the fuselage. Use adrop of CA or tape to ﬁx the antenna to the fuselage.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the 31mm active portion of each antenna tip is fully exposed.

TIP: Use the optional (sold separately) Antenna Exit Guides (SPM6824) to safely mount the antennas outside of the fuselage.

IMPORTANT: If the antenna is to be mounted internally (in the front of a2.4GHz fuse), the coaxial can be taped into position. Ensure the 31mm tip is located at least 2 inches from any signiﬁcant carbon structure.

Check that at least one antenna will always be in the RF visual line of sight of the transmitter (e.g. not blocked by carbon ﬁber structures) in all attitudes. This can easily be visualized by having a helper stand about 20 feet away and rotate the airplane in all attitudes, conﬁrming that there is a direct line between you and at least one receiver antenna that isn’t blocked by carbon ﬁber structure.

Binding

The AR6600T/AR6270T receivers must be bound to the transmitter before they will operate. Binding is the process of teaching the receiver the speciﬁc code of the transmitter so it will only connect to that speciﬁc transmitter.

1. Connect the remote receiver (6600T only) and any telemetry sensors to the main receiver.

2. Push and hold the bind button on the receiver while powering up the receiver. Release the Bind button once the orange LED starts to ﬂash continuously, indicating that the receiver is in bind mode.

Tip: It is still possible to use a bind blug in the BIND/BATT port if desired.

3. Put your transmitter in bind mode.

4. The bind process is complete when the orange LED on the receiver is solid.

NOTICE: If using a bind plug, remove after binding to prevent the system from entering bind mode the next time the power is turned on.

5. After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and receiver to set the desired failsafe positions. See FAILSAFE on the next page.

Failsafe

Failsafe position is set during binding. In the unlikely event that the radio link is lost during use, the receiver will drive all channels to its pre-programmed

failsafe position.

SmartSafe + Hold Last

(AR6600T only) If loss of signal occurs, SmartSafe

technology moves the throttle channel to its preset failsafe position (low throttle) that was set during binding. All other channels hold their last position. When the receiver detects signal from the transmitter, normal aircraft operation resumes.

Tip: Use either the built in BIND button OR a bind blug in the BIND/BATT port.

Preset Failsafe

(AR6600T and AR6270T) Preset failsafe is ideal for sailplanes,

allowing the aircraft to automatically dethermalize if the signal is lost. With preset failsafe, all channels go to their preset failsafe positions if the signal is lost, preventing a ﬂyaway. When the receiver detects signal from the transmitter, normal aircraft operation resumes.

SmartSafe + Hold Last

1 Lower Throttle on transmitter NA 2 Push and Hold Bind Button NA 3 Power on Reciever NA

Release Button once RX goes into Bind

Mode (ﬂashing LED) Place transmitter in Bind Mode and

ﬁnish Binding.

A* Install bind plug (optional) NA B* Leave in through entire bind proccess** NA

AR6600T AR6270T

Preset Failsafe

Move all sticks and switches on the

transmitter to desired Failsafe position.

2 Push and Hold Bind Button Push and Hold Bind Button 3 Power on Reciever Power on Reciever

Release Button after RX goes into Bind

Mode (ﬂashing LED) Push and Hold the Bind Button again

before the transmitter enters Bind Mode.

A* Install bind plug (optional) Install bind plug (optional)

B* Remove plug once RX goes into Bind Mode Leave in through entire bind proccess**

Move all sticks and switches on the transmitter to desired Failsafe position.

Release Button after RX goes into Bind Mode (ﬂashing LED)

Place transmitter in Bind Mode and ﬁnish Binding.

*Setting Failsafe can be done with the Bind Plug if desired. **Remove Bind Plug when ﬁnished setting up Failsafe.

Testing Failsafe

Secure the aircraft on the ground and remove the propellers. Test Failsafe by turning the transmitter off and noting how the receiver drives the control surfaces.

Receiver Power Only

• With SmartSafe or Preset Failsafe, when the receiver only is turned on (no

transmitter signal is present), the throttle channel has no output, to avoid operating or arming the electronic speed control.

• All other channels have no output until the receiver has linked to the transmitter.

Range Testing

Before each ﬂying session and especially with a new model, it is important to perform a range check. All Spektrum aircraft transmitters incorporate a range testing system which, when activated, reduces the output power, allowing a range check.

1. With the model restrained on the ground, stand 30 paces (approx. 90 feet/28 meters) away from the model.

2. Face the model with the transmitter in your normal ﬂying position and place your transmitter into range check mode.

3. You should have total control of the model with the button depressed at 30 paces (90 feet/28 meters).

4. If control issues exist, contact the appropriate product support department.

Advanced Range Testing

For sophisticated models that have signiﬁcant conductive material in them, the Advanced range test using a ﬂight log is recommended. The advanced range check will conﬁrm that the 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 receiver to be evaluated and to optimize the locations of the remote receiver.

IMPORTANT: If you don’t have a telemetry-capable transmitter, you can connect a Flight Log to the Bind/Prog port on the receiver.

1. Standing 30 paces away from the model, face the model with the transmitter in your normal ﬂying position.

2. Put your transmitter in range test mode. Range test mode reduces the power output from the transmitter.

3. Have someone position the model in various orientations (nose up, nose down, nose toward the transmitter, nose away from the transmitter, etc.).

4. Observe the telemetry on your transmitter. Note any orientations that cause higher fade or hold values. Perform this step for at least one minute.

5. Re-position any remote receivers as necessary.

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)

• The ESC’s capability to deliver current to the receiver in electric aircraft

• The switch harness, battery leads, servo leads, regulators etc.

The AR6600T/AR6270T 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 system 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 tests.

The Hangar 9 Flight Log (SPM9540) is the perfect tool to perform the test below.

Plug the voltmeter into an open channel port in the receiver and with the system on, or simply monitor the voltage on a telemetry capable transmitter, 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.

How QuickConnect

• When the receiver voltage drops below 3.5 volts the system ceases to operate.

• When power is restored the receiver immediately attempts to reconnect.

• If the transmitter was left on, the system reconnects typically in about

QuickConnect with Brownout Detection is designed to allow you to ﬂy safely through most short duration power interruptions, however, the root cause of these interruptions must be corrected before the next ﬂight to prevent a crash.

NOTICE: If a brownout occurs in ﬂight it is vital that the cause of the brownout be determined and corrected.

Important: Y-Harnesses and Servo Extensions

When using a Y-harness or servo extensions in your installation, it’s important to use standard non-ampliﬁed Y-harnesses and servo extensions as this can/ will cause the servos to operate erratically or not function at all. Ampliﬁed Y-harnesses were developed several years ago to boost the signal for some older PCM systems and should not be used with Spektrum equipment. Note that when converting an existing model to Spektrum be certain that all ampliﬁed Y-harnesses and/or servo extensions are replaced with conventional non-ampliﬁed versions.

Digital Servo & Rx Current Meter (HAN172) or the Spektrum

4/100 of a second.

™

Techonlogy Works

ModelMatch™ Technology

Some Spektrum and JR transmitters offer a patent pending feature called ModelMatch. ModelMatch prevents the possibility of operating a model using the wrong model memory, potentially preventing a crash. With ModelMatch, each model memory has its own unique code (GUID) and during the binding process the code is programmed into the receiver. Later, when the system is turned on, the receiver will only connect to the transmitter if the corresponding model memory is programmed on screen.

If at any time you turn on the system and it fails to connect, check to be sure the correct model memory is selected in the transmitter. Please note that the DX5e and Aircraft Modules do not have ModelMatch.

Frequently Asked Questions on Spektrum 2.4GHz

1. Q: After I’ve bound the receiver to my transmitter, which do I turn

on ﬁrst when I want to ﬂy?

A: Either one. Every DSM 2.4GHz transmitter has a GUID (Globally Unique

Identifier) code imbedded in its signal. When you bind a DSM receiver to your transmitter, this GUID code is stored in the receiver. If you turn the receiver on before the transmitter, you don’t have to worry about it responding to another transmitter. The receiver will go into failsafe mode while it waits for a signal from the transmitter with the same GUID code it has stored. See the Receiver Power Only section for more information. If a DSM transmitter is turned on first you can expect it to connect within 6 seconds of powering on the receiver.

2. Q: Sometimes the system takes longer to connect or doesn’t

connect at all. Why?

A: In order for a DSM system to connect, the receiver must receive a large

number of uninterrupted signal packets from the transmitter. This process takes just a few seconds, but if the transmitter is too close to the receiver (within 4 feet) or near reﬂective material (metal objects, carbon ﬁber material, etc.) it may detect its own reflected 2.4GHz energy as “noise”. This can delay or prevent connection. If this happens, make sure you are a sufficient distance from metal objects and the receiver itself before you power up and try again.

3. Q: How important is Flight Log information?

A: All 2.4GHz signals, not just DSM, are affected by proximity to

conductive materials such as carbon ﬁber or metal. If you are ﬂying a model that uses a lot of conductive materials in its construction, Flight Log information can be helpful. The information collected when you ﬂy can help determine the optimum location for your receiver(s) so you can minimize the effects of these materials on your signal performance.

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