Spektrum SPMAR6260 User Manual

AR6260 User Guide AR6260 Bedienungsanleitung AR6260 Guide de l’utilisateur AR6260 Guida per l’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, 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.

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

WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS

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 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.

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DSMX

Spektrum launched the 2.4GHz RC revolution with its DSM2® technology. Since then, millions of hobbyists the world over have come to embrace 2.4 as the way to ﬂy. Spektrum leads the way yet again with DSMX—the world’s ﬁrst wideband frequency-agile 2.4GHz signal protocol.

How Does DSMX Work?

It’s a crowded 2.4GHz world out there and every 2.4GHz system faces the same challenges. DSMX better equips you for these challenges by combining the superior data capacity and interference resistance of a wideband signal (like that used in DSM2) with the agility of frequency shifts. Compared to the wideband signal of DSMX, the narrow band signal of other frequency agile

2.4GHz transmitters is more likely to suffer data loss in the event of on-channel interference. Think of it as a river vs. a stream. It takes more interference to dam a river than it does a stream. As more and more 2.4GHz transmitters compete for the same number of available channels, there is more interference and more risk for data loss. By adding the agility of frequency shifts to the superior interference resistance of a wideband signal, DSMX is far less likely to suffer signiﬁcant data loss from on-channel interference. The result is quicker connection times and superior response in even the most crowded 2.4GHz environment.

DSMX Operational Differences

DSMX transmitters and receivers function nearly identically to Spektrum DSM2 systems. Binding, setting the failsafe, recording ﬂight log data, as well as general use of the system is no different than using any current Spektrum system.

Following are the operational differences:

Brownout Detection is not available on DSMX Receivers. DSM2 receivers feature Brownout Detection that ﬂashes the LED on the receiver if a power interruption occurs. While DSMX receivers have QuickConnect™ technology and recover instantly from a power interruption, the architecture of DSMX prevents Brownout Detection when operating in DSMX mode.

Flight Log Recording-Fades Higher than DSM2

Note that DSMX moves through the band while DSM2 ﬁnds two quiet channels and remains on those channels. Consequently because DSMX operates on quiet and noisy channels, it’s common to have more antenna Fades than when using DSM2.. When taking ﬂight log data readings, the Frames and Hold Data are important and should be used as a reference while Fades are insigniﬁcant due to the nature of frequency shifting. A 10-minute ﬂight will typically result in less than 50 Frame Losses and no Holds.

Just How Good is DSMX?

In multiple tests, 100 DSMX systems were operated simultaneously for extended periods of time. During these tests each of the 100 systems was monitored in ﬂight and on the ground. Not a single case of RF link loss, latency increase or control degradation was experienced or recorded.

Is DSMX Compatible with DSM2?

Yes. DSMX and DSM2 transmitters can be used interchangeably. In fact, many pilots may ﬁnd the DSM2 equipment they have now is all they will ever need. Even if a new DSMX transmitter eventually comes along that they really want, all the DSM2 receivers they have now will work with it. It is important to note, however, that while DSMX is compatible with DSM2, the only way to experience the full beneﬁts of DSMX in a busy 2.4 environment is by pairing a DSMX transmitter with a DSMX receiver.

NOTICE: Never mix DSM2 and DSMX receiver components. DSMX and DSM2 transmitters are compatible with all receivers.

Are DSM2 Transmitters Eligible for a DSMX Add-on?

Yes. Spektrum and JR DSM2 transmitters except the DX5e can be updated by contacting an authorized Horizon Hobby service center. There is a fee to update the transmitter to DSMX. You can update Spektrum AirWare transmitters by visiting community.spektrumrc.com . DSM2 receivers and transmitter modules are not eligible for the DSMX add-on.

Does DSMX have ModelMatch and ServoSync?

Yes. DSMX will provide you with these and other exclusive Spektrum advantages you already enjoy with DSM2. Want to know more about DSMX? Visit spektrumrc.com for complete details on DSMX as well as the many other reasons why Spektrum is the leader in 2.4GHz.

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Transmitter-Receiver Compatibility

Transmitter

DSMX DSM2

DX8

DX7s

DX6i

DX7

DX18

DX18QQ

DX5e

DX10t

DX7

DX7SE

Modules

DX5e

DX6i

DX8

DX10t

Set Tx to DSM2 only

DSM2 DSMX

DSM2 DSM2

AR500 AR600 AR6100 AR6110/e AR6200 AR6255 AR6300 AR6400/ALL AR7000

AR400 AR600 AR610 AR610C AR6115/e AR6210 AR6255 AR6260 AR6310 AR6410/ALL AR7010 AR7110/R AR7200BX

AR7100/R AR7600 AR8000 AR9000 AR9100 AR9200 AR9300 AR12000 AR12100

AR7610 AR8000 AR9010 AR9020 AR9110 AR9210 AR9310 AR10000 AR12010 AR12020 AR12110 AR12120

DSM2 DSMX

Receiver

Spektrum AR6260 User Guide

The Spektrum™ AR6260 6-channel full range receiver is designed for installation in compact airplanes constructed of carbon ﬁber. Carbon ﬁber can create an RF shielding effect that can signiﬁcantly reduce radio range when using conventional receivers and antennas. The AR6260 features an antenna design that overcomes RF issues in these critical environments.

Compatibility

The

AR6260® features DSMX® technology and is compatible with all Spektrum

and JR® aircraft radios that support DSM2®/DSMX® technology.

Features

• 6-channel receiver optimized for carbon ﬁber fuselage installations

• Compact endpin design is ideal for F5D and hand launch sailplanes

with small cross sections

• Offers superior RF coverage with through-the-fuselage feeder antennas

• Flight Log and Telemetry Compatible

• Includes two internal receivers with two 7-inch (186mm) feeder

antennas

• Red LED indicates number of holds

• Preset failsafe system on all channels

Applications

Compact airplanes with carbon structure including:

• Carbon/Composite F5D electrics

• Carbon hand launch and DLG gliders

• Carbon hotliners

• Compact aircraft with signiﬁcant conductive materials (carbon,

aluminum or other metals) that could weaken the signal

Speciﬁcations Type: DSMX Full Range receiver for carbon aircraft

Channels: 6 Modulation: DSMX Dimensions: 47mm x 23.5mm x 12.8mm Weight: 0.4 oz (11g) Voltage Range: 3.5 to 9.6V Resolution: 2048 Compatibility: All DSM2/DSMX aircraft transmitters

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Installing the Polycarbonate Receiver Case (Optional)

1. Loosen the screws in the receiver case and remove the top.

2. Carefully remove the receiver board from the hard plastic case and remove the protective ﬁlm from the double-sided tape on the bottom of the receiver.

Install the receiver board in the polycarbonate case by ﬁrst inserting antenna A into the cut out and antenna B into the cut out. Do not allow the antennas to cross inside the case.

3. Press the case against the double-sided foam tape to secure the receiver board.

4. Fold the case in the order shown and secure with double sided tape.

Feeder Antennas

The AR6260 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.

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Red LED Hold Indicator

The AR6260 features ared LED (labeled with H on the Polycarbonate Case) that indicates the number of holds that have occurred since the receiver was last powered on. The LED will ﬂash the number of holds, then pause (e.g., ﬂash, ﬂash, ﬂash, pause, ﬂash, ﬂash, ﬂash, pause indicates three holds occurred since the receiver was last turned on). Note that holds are reset to zero when the receiver is turned off. During the ﬁrst ﬂights of anew airplane, it’srecommended to check the red LED hold indicator. If it’sﬂashing, it’simportant to optimize the installation (move or reposition antennas) until no hold occurs. On later ﬂights, the LED Hold Indicator can be used to conﬁrm RF link performance.

Receiver Installation

Airplanes with signiﬁcant carbon ﬁber construction can create an RF shielding effect, reducing range. The AR6260 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.

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