3-Channel 2.4GHz DSM Radio System
Instruction Manual Bedienungsanleitung Manuel d’utilisation Manuale di istruzioni
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NOTICE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, Inc. 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 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, Inc. 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
Thank you for purchasing a genuine Spektrum product. Always purchase from a Horizon Hobby, Inc. authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, Inc. 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.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Visit www.spektrumrc.com/registration today to register your product.
Safety Points to Obey for Modelers
•Make sure your transmitter and receiver batteries are fully charged before each use of the transmitter.
•Keep track of the time the system is turned on so you will know how long you can safely operate your transmitter.
•Make sure all servos, linkages and electrical wires are correctly connected before operating a model.
•Do not operate your model near spectators, parking areas or any other area that could result in injury to people or damage of property.
•Do not operate your model during adverse weather conditions. Poor visibility can cause disorientation and loss of control of your model.
•Always stop your model if it becomes less responsive to your transmitter. Get your model under your full control and make repairs as needed.
General Notes
Radio controlled models are a great source of pleasure. Unfortunately, they can also pose a potential hazard if not operated and maintained properly.
It is imperative to install your radio control system correctly. Additionally, your level of operating competency must be high enough to ensure you are able to control your model under all conditions. If you are a newcomer to radio controlled models, please seek help from an experienced modeler or your local hobby shop.
FRANCE RF SETTING: The DX3C has a France RF setting that complies with French regulations. Always use the France power setting when operating the transmitter outdoors in France.
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Thank you for purchasing the Spektrum DX3C transmitter. With advanced programming, refined ergonomics, a sleek style and an SD card slot for enhancements, the DX3C is perfect for sport drivers.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
System Features......................................................... |
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Identifying Controls and Switches................................ |
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Installing Batteries....................................................... |
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Rubber Grip................................................................. |
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SD Memory Card......................................................... |
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Antenna Rotation......................................................... |
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Receiver Information................................................... |
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Receiver Connection and Installation........................... |
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ModelMatch................................................................ |
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Warning screens......................................................... |
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Low Battery Alarm....................................................... |
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Inactivity Alarm............................................................ |
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Main Screen................................................................ |
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PROGRAMMING GUIDE |
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“Sticky” (GUI) .................................................... |
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Select................................................................ |
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Reverse............................................................. |
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Travel................................................................ |
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Bind Transmitter to Receiver.............................. |
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Failsafe.............................................................. |
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Sub-Trim......................................................... |
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Name............................................................... |
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Switch............................................................. |
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Steering Rate................................................... |
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Copy................................................................ |
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Reset............................................................... |
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Mixing............................................................. |
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Steer Mix......................................................... |
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Troubleshooting Guide............................................... |
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FCC Information........................................................ |
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Warranty and Repair Policy........................................ |
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Warranty and Service Contact Information................. |
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Parts Contact Information.......................................... |
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Compliance Information for the European Union........ |
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System Features |
The DX3C radio system is supplied with the following: |
• One-touch easy-to-use programming |
• DX3C transmitter |
• Programmable Up or Down timers |
• SR300 receiver (SPMSR300) |
• 56 (high) x 64 (wide) high-resolution dot-matrix screen |
• Bind plug (SPM6802) |
• 20-model memory |
• 4 AA Alkaline batteries |
• Travel adjust |
• Switch harness |
• Exponential |
• Grip Set (SPM9006) |
• Steering mix |
• Battery Door (SPM9004) |
• Programmable mix |
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IDENTIFYING CONTROLS AND SWITCHES
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INSTALLING BATTERIES
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Correctly install 4 AA batteries, aligning battery polarity to diagram in transmitter’s battery case. |
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CAUTION: Do not remove transmitter batteries while model is powered on or while operating a model or loss of model control, damage or injury can result.
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Rubber Grip
This transmitter includes 3 sizes of grips and the medium-size grip is installed at the factory. Inside the grip is a letter showing size: L for large, M for medium and S for small.
Remove the grip by lifting the edge of the grip and pulling the grip away from the handle. Install a grip by aligning grip tabs with handle slots and pressing the grip in place.
SD Memory Card
The DX3C features an SD card reader allowing your transmitter’s software to be
updated using an SD card (sold separately). Download upgrade software (when avail- 
able) from the Spektrum website and transfer the software to your transmitter using an SD card. To upload new software to your DX3C transmitter: 1. Remove the grip from the back of the transmitter handle.
2. Insert an SD card containing Spektrum update software in the card reader port. 3. Power on your transmitter.
4.A Spektrum logo screen shows and a progress meter will fill until upload of software is complete.
5. Remove the SD card from the transmitter. 6. Replace the grip on the transmitter handle.
7. The transmitter is updated and ready for use.
ANTENNA ROTATION
Turn and bend the antenna at its hinge to point the tip of the antenna away from the model. The strongest signal of the transmitter comes from the shaft of the antenna, not the tip.
WARNING: Do not pick up the transmitter by the antenna. Do not alter or put weight on the antenna.
Damage to antenna parts can decrease transmitter signal strength, which can result in loss of model control, injury or property damage.
RECEIVER INFORMATION
The DX3C features DSM technology and is compatible with Spektrum DSM, DSM2, and Marine surface receivers.
See www.spektrumrc.com for all compatible receivers.
Receiver Connection and Installation
Install the receiver using double-stick tape in the typical electric-powered model on the side opposite from the ESC. Install the receiver using double-stick tape in the typical gas-powered model as far forward of the motor as possible.
Put the receiver antenna in an antenna tube and make sure the receiver’s antenna goes above the motor and other metal parts for best reception of the transmitter signal.
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ModelMatch
The DX3C features ModelMatch technology that prevents operating a model using the wrong model memory. During the binding process, the receiver stores code that is assigned to the specific model that is currently selected in the transmitter. For example: if the model that is selected in the transmitter is model #3, when a receiver is bound to that transmitter, the receiver will only operate when model #3 is selected. If another model memory is selected (model #5 for example) the receiver will not connect. If model #3 is again selected in the transmitter, the receiver bound to model #3 will connect. ModelMatch prevents operating a model using the wrong model memory.
WARNING SCREENS
Low Battery Alarm |
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Inactivity Alarm
An alarm will sound and a warning screen will show when the transmitter has been left on
(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.
Warning
Inactivity
MAIN SCREEN
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.
Note: An alarm will sound when the transmitter’s battery voltage goes below the value set in the System Screen. Note: 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.
ATransmitter battery voltage.
BName assigned to the Model memory.
CActive Model memory number (20 available).
DUser Name.
EPosition of Throttle (Th) trim.
FPosition of Steering (St) trim.
GTimer (when activated).
HModel number and name (Timer activated).
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