Spectrum DX5C, SPM4230, SPM5100, SR415, SRS6000 Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisation
Manuale di istruzioni
DX5C
5-Channel 2.4GHz DSMR® Radio System
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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.
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.
Age Recommendation: Not for Children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Visit community.spektrumrc.com today to register your product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Always ensure all batteries have been properly charged prior
to using the model.
• Always check all servos and their connections prior to each
run.
• Never operate your model near spectators, parking areas or
any other area that could result in injury to people or damage
of property.
• Never operate your model during adverse weather conditions.
Poor visibility can cause disorientation and loss of control of
your model.
• Never point the transmitter antenna directly toward the
model. The radiation pattern from the tip of the antenna is
inherently low.
• If at any time during the operation of your model you observe
any erratic or abnormal operation, immediately stop operation of your model until the cause of the problem has been
ascertained and corrected.
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:
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage and serious
injury OR create a high probability of superfi cial injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of
injury.
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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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BOX CONTENTS
The DX5C transmitter is compatible with Spektrum™ DSMR® and DSM2® Receivers.
The DX5C is available with two different receivers, they are both covered in this manual
• SPM4230 includes the SR415 DSMR receiver
• SPM5100 includes the SRS6000 DSMR receiver with AVC technology
AVC – ACTIVE VEHICLE CONTROL
AVC® technology uses sensors to add electronic stability to virtually any RC car or truck, adding performance and stability to your driving experience.
WITH AVC
(SRS6000 AVC Receiver)
1. Install batteries in transmitter
2. Insert bind plug in receiver and then turn on vehicle
3. Turn transmitter on and put it in bind mode
4. Calibrate receiver*
5. Set up servo reverse, travel, and sub trim
6. Re-bind and calibrate receiver*
7. Tune AVC for your driving style
WITHOUT AVC
(SR415 Recevier)
1. Install batteries in transmitter
2. Insert bind plug in receiver and then turn on vehicle
3. Turn transmitter on and put it in bind mode
4. Set up servo reverse, travel, and sub trim
5. Re-bind to set proper failsafe positions
GETTING STARTED
DAILY DRIVING
1. Turn on transmitter fi rst
2. Turn on vehicle*
3. Turn off vehicle fi rst
4. Turn off transmitter
*For AVC equipped vehicles, let the vehicle remain still until the radio is connected.
Receiver installation .......................................................................4
Identifying Controls and Switches .................................................. 5
Installing Batteries ..........................................................................5
Main Screen....................................................................................5
Navigation .......................................................................................6
Using the Scroll wheel Selector ........................................................6
Individual Direction Adjustments ......................................................6
Auto Switch Select ..........................................................................6
Switch Selection tip ........................................................................6
Click ..............................................................................................6
Scroll .............................................................................................6
Hold ...............................................................................................6
Menu ...............................................................................................7
Model Select ..................................................................................7
Model Name...................................................................................7
Travel .............................................................................................8
Sub-Trim ........................................................................................8
Reverse .........................................................................................8
Speed ............................................................................................8
Rates .............................................................................................9
Exponential ....................................................................................9
Timer .............................................................................................9
Bind/Frame Menu ........................................................................10
Mixing ..........................................................................................11
Steering Mix .................................................................................11
Programmable mix .......................................................................11
AVC Programming Menu ...............................................................12
Trim ASSIGN .................................................................................12
Trim setup ....................................................................................12
AUX assign ...................................................................................12
Settings .......................................................................................13
Calibrate ......................................................................................14
Utilities ..........................................................................................14
Model Select ................................................................................14
Model Utilities ...............................................................................14
PHYSICAL TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENTS .....................................16
Standard wheel conversion............................................................16
Steering Tension Adjustment ........................................................16
Data Port .....................................................................................16
Binding the included receiver .......................................................17
AVC TUNING ..................................................................................18
What Is Gain? ...............................................................................18
What is priority? ...........................................................................18
What is Heading Hold? ..................................................................18
AVC Tuning Procedure ...................................................................18
General Tuning Tips ...................................................................... 18
Changing Battery Voltage ..............................................................18
Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................................19
Problem .......................................................................................19
Possible Cause .............................................................................19
Solution .......................................................................................19
AVC Troubleshooting Guide ...........................................................19
Problem .......................................................................................19
Possible Cause .............................................................................19
Solution .......................................................................................19
Optional parts list .........................................................................19
1-Year Limited Warranty ...............................................................20
Warranty and Service Contact Information ...................................21
FCC Information ............................................................................21
IC Information ...............................................................................21
Compliance Information for the European Union ..........................21
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NOTICE: Digital servos are required with the SRS6000 AVC receiver. Using analog servos with AVC technology will reduce the
performance of the system and may cause the servos to overheat.
AUX CHANNELS AND AVC TECHNOLOGY
When AVC is active, the radio system will use the AUX 1 and
AUX 2 channels for gain control. The AUX 1 and AUX 2 ports
can be used in AVC mode to power a personal transponder,
lights, drive servos, or operate auxillary devices. AUX 1 will
follow steering gain, and AUX 2 will follow throttle gain.
AUX 1 and AUX 2 are not available for use in mixes when AVC
is active. For an independent channel, use AUX 3.
NOTICE: Do not cut, kink, or modify the antenna.
Damage to the coaxial portion of the antenna will
reduce the performance of the antenna. Shortening or
cutting off the 31mm tip may reduce the range to a
small fraction of what it should be.
ANTENNA INSTALLATION
The SR415 and SRS6000 receivers have a coaxial style antenna.
Position the antenna vertically and away from the vehicle in an
antenna tube.
Make sure the tip of the antenna is as high as
posible to maximize the signal strength.
SR415 RECEVIER INSTALLATION (NO AVC)
Use double sided servo tape, hook and loop tape or foam rubber
to mount the SR415 reciever securely where it is protected and
isolated from vibration.
TYPICAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE INSTALLATION TYPICAL NITRO VEHICLE INSTALLATION
Receiver
Motor
Electronic
Speed Control
Steering Servo
Battery
Receiver
Steering Servo
Throttle Servo
Battery
RECEIVER INSTALLATION
SRS6000 AVC RECEIVER INSTALLATION
Install the SRS6000 receiver in the vehicle before binding the
transmitter and receiver. The receiver can be mounted completely
fl at (label side up) or completely perpendicular on its side. When
binding the receiver, the AVC system automatically detects the
orientation of the receiver.
If the receiver is angled, AVC technology may not function
properly. If the orientation of the receiver is modifi ed after binding,
you must rebind for AVC technology to function properly.
IMPORTANT: Do not use hook and loop tape to install the
SRS6000 receiver. Using hook and loop tape will affect the
performance of the AVC system.
AUX 1 Port
AUX 2 Port
AUX 3 Port
AUX 4/Disable Port
Antenna
Bind/Battery Port
Steering Port
Throttle Port
OR
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INSTALLING BATTERIES
CAUTION: NEVER remove the transmitter batter-
ies while the model is powered on. Loss of model
control, damage or injury may occur.
1. Remove the battery cover from the bottom of the
transmitter.
2. Install 4 AA batteries as shown.
3. Install the battery cover.
IDENTIFYING CONTROLS AND SWITCHES
A
B
D
E
F
G
H
J
I
C
K
L
O
N
M
P
Q
I
A: Trimmer Button A
Default- Throttle Trim
B: Trimmer Button B
Default- Steering Trim
C: Trimmer Button C
D: Trimmer Button D
E: Trimmer Button E
Default- Steering Rate Up
F: Trimmer Button F
Default- Brake Rate Up
G: Button G
Default- Timer Start/Stop
H: Power Button
I: Roller Wheel
J: Antenna
K: Steering Wheel
L: Trigger (throttle/brake)
M: Battery Door
N: Data Port
O: LCD Screen
P: Back Button
Q: Clear Button
The Main Screen displays information about the active model,
including the Timer (when activated). To return to the Main
Screen at any time, press and hold the scroll wheel for at least
6 seconds.
A: Transmitter Battery Voltage
B: Model Name
C: Steering Rate
D: Timer (when activated)
E: Position of Steering (STR) trim
F: Position of Throttle (THR) trim
G: Position of Brake (BRK) trim
H: Position of AUX 1 trim
I: Position of AUX 2 trim
J: Position of AUX 3 trim
MAIN SCREEN
A
B
C
D
F
E
G
H
I
J
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USING THE SCROLL WHEEL SELECTOR
• Scroll the scroll wheel to move through the screen content or
change programming values. Click the scroll wheel to make a
selection.
• Use the Back Button to go back to go to the previous screen (for
example, to go from the Mixing Screen to the Function List).
• Use the Clear Button to return a selected value on a screen to
the default setting.
• The Main Screen appears when you power on the transmitter.
Click the scroll wheel once to display the Function List.
INDIVIDUAL DIRECTION ADJUSTMENTS
In some instances, you may fi nd 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 click the scroll wheel.
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. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection.
To Enter, Select or
Exit a selection.
To move between
options or change
values in an option.
Hold for 6 seconds and
release to return to the
Main screen.
SCROLL HOLDCLICK
NAVIGATION
Tip: The tick mark below shows the
current switch position.
Rolling and clicking the scroll wheel turns
the selected box black, indicating that the
value or condition will act on that position.
AUTO SWITCH SELECT
To easily select a switch in a function, such as a program mix,
roll with the scroll wheel to highlight the switch selection box,
and click the scroll wheel. The box around the switch should now
fl ash. To select a switch, toggle the switch you wish to select.
Verify the switch selection is now displayed as desired. When
correct, click the scroll wheel to select this switch and complete
the switch selection.
SWITCH SELECTION TIP
If the system won’t allow INHIBIT to be changed, all switches are
assigned to a different function. Un-assign a switch from another
function to free it up for selection.
The DX5C does not allow switch assignments to be over-loaded,
there is only one switch to one function. Once a switch is
confi gured for a function, the switch assignment for that function
must be disabled for the switch to be used for something else.
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MODEL SELECT
Model Select enables you to access any of the 20 internal model memory locations in the Model Select list.
1. Scroll to the desired model memory in the Model Select list.
2. When the desired model memory is highlighted, click the scroll wheel once to select the model. The
transmitter returns to the Main Screen.
3. Add a new model by rolling to the bottom of the list. You will then be prompted with the Create New
Model screen, with the option to create a new model or cancel. If you select Cancel, the system will
return to the Model Select function. If you select Create, the new model will be created and now be available in the model select list.
CAUTION: NEVER change the model in Model Select while operating a model. Changing the model
memory interrupts the transmitter signal to the receiver and may cause loss of vehicle control, damage
or personal injury.
MENU
Click the scroll wheel from the main screen to access the FUNCTION LIST. The FUNCTION LIST contains all the available menus on the
DX5R. The functions include:
• Model Select
• Model Name
• Travel
• Sub Trim
• Reverse
• Speed
• Rates
• Exponential
• Timer
• Bind/ Frame Rate
• Mixing
• AVC
• Trim Setup
• Aux Assign
• Settings
• Utilities
MODEL NAME
Model Name enables you to assign a custom name to the current model memory. Model names can include up
to 15 characters, including spaces.
To add letters to a Model Name:
1. Scroll to the desired letter position and click the scroll wheel once. A fl ashing box appears.
2. Scroll Up or Down until the desired character appears. Click the scroll wheel once to save the character.
3. Scroll to the next desired letter position. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until the Model Name is complete.
4. Select Back Button to return to the MENU.
To erase a character(s):
5. Press the Clear button while the character is selected.
6. Press the Clear button a second time to erase all characters to the right of the cursor.
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