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2 SPEKTRUM DX6 • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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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 compo-
nents 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.
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.
Warranty Registration
Visit spektrumrc.com today to register your product.
NOTICE: While DSMX allows you to use more than 40 transmitters simultaneously, when using DSM2 receivers, DSMX receivers in
DSM2 mode or transmitters in DSM2 mode, do not use more than 40 transmitters simultaneously.
General Notes
• Modelsarehazardouswhenoperatedandmaintainedincorrectly.
• Alwaysinstallandoperatearadiocontrolsystemcorrectly.
• Alwayspilotamodelsothemodeliskeptundercontrolinall
conditions.
• Pleaseseekhelpfromanexperiencedpilotoryourlocal
hobby store.
• Contactlocalorregionalmodelingorganizationsforguidance
and instructions about flying in your area.
• Whenworkingwithamodel,alwayspoweronthetransmitter
first and power off the transmitter last.
• Afteramodelisboundtoatransmitterandthemodelisset
up in the transmitter, always bind the model to the transmitter
again to establish failsafe settings.
Pilot Safety
• Alwaysmakesureallbatteriesarefullychargedbeforeying.
• Timeightssoyoucanysafelywithinthetimeallottedby
your battery.
• Performarangecheckofthetransmitterandthemodel
before flying the model.
• Makesureallcontrolsurfacescorrectlyrespondtotransmitter
controls before flying.
• DoNOTyamodelnearspectators,parkingareasorany
other area that could result in injury to people or damage to
property.
• DoNOTyduringadverseweatherconditions.Poorvisibility,
wind, moisture and ice can cause pilot disorientation and/or
loss of control of a model.
• Whenayingmodeldoesnotrespondcorrectlytocontrols,
land the model and correct the cause of the problem.
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 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supercialinjury.
3SPEKTRUM DX6 • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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• DX6 Transmitter
• AR610 Receiver (Not included with transmitter only versions)
• 4 – AA Alkaline cells with holder
• Manual
BEFORE USING YOUR TRANSMITTER:
Before going any further, visit the Spektrum Community website at spektrumrc.com to register your transmitter and
download the latest AirWare™ firmware updates. A registration reminder screen occasionally appears until you register
your transmitter. When you register your transmitter, the reminder screen does not appear again.
BOX CONTENTS
DX6 FEATURES
•“Roll” to telemetry screens without entering the Settings menu
•Switch between Function List and System Settings menus without powering off the transmitter
•Voice alerts for telemetry, warnings, and other conditions
•Selectable sound menu lets you activate or inhibit specific DX6 sounds
•Assign five Airplane flight modes to any combination of up to two switches
•Virtually Unlimited Model Memory (250 models)
•Wireless trainer
C
D
F
CLEAR
BACK
3 MODEL TYPES Wireless Trainer VOICE A LERTS
6-CHANNEL DSM X® TELEMETRY SYSTEM
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Installing Optional Lithium Ion Battery Pack ........................5
Transmitter Functions ............................................................6
Main Screen ...........................................................................8
Navigation ..............................................................................8
Auto Switch Select ...................................................................8
SD Card ...................................................................................9
Installing the SD Card ...............................................................9
ExportingtheTransmitterSerialNumbertotheSDCard .............9
Update AirWare Software ..........................................................9
Binding ..................................................................................10
Receiver Power System Requirements ................................11
Programming Failsafe Positions ..........................................12
SmartSafe™ Failsafe .............................................................12
Hold Last Command ...............................................................12
Preset Failsafe .......................................................................12
Model Type Programming Guide ..........................................13
System Setup ......................................................14
Model Select ........................................................................14
Model Type ..........................................................................14
Model Name ........................................................................15
F-Mode Setup ......................................................................15
Spoken Flight Mode Setup ....................................................16
Channel Assignment .............................................................16
Channel Input Configuration ..................................................16
Trim Setup ...........................................................................17
Create New Model ................................................................17
Model Utilities .....................................................................17
Delete Model .......................................................................18
Copy Model .........................................................................18
Model Reset .........................................................................18
Sort Model List .....................................................................18
Warnings .............................................................................19
Telemetry .............................................................................19
Telemetry Settings ................................................................19
Telemetry Auto-Configuration ................................................19
Telemetry Alarms .................................................................20
Preflight Setup ....................................................................20
Frame Rate ..........................................................................20
TRAINER ..............................................................................21
Wired Trainer .......................................................................21
Wireless Trainer ...................................................................22
SYSTEM SETTINGS ..............................................................23
User Name ...........................................................................23
Contrast ..............................................................................23
Backlight .............................................................................23
Mode ...................................................................................23
Battery Alarm .......................................................................23
ExtraSettings .......................................................................24
Selecting a Language ...........................................................24
Inactive Alarm ......................................................................24
System Sounds ....................................................................24
Trim Display .........................................................................24
ExportingtheSerialNumbertotheSDCard ...........................25
Calibrate ..............................................................................25
Calibrating the Transmitter ....................................................25
Serial Number ......................................................................25
Locating the Transmitter AirWare Software Version .................25
Transfer SD card ................................................................. 26
Import Model .......................................................................26
ExportModel ........................................................................26
Update AirWare Software ......................................................27
Updating Spektrum DX6 Sound Files .....................................27
Function List .......................................................28
Servo Setup .........................................................................28
Travel Adjust .........................................................................28
Sub-Trim ..............................................................................28
Reverse ................................................................................28
Differential(ACROandSAILTypesonly) ..................................29
ThrottleCut(ACROandHELITypesonly) .................................29
ThrottleCurve(ACROandHELITypesonly) .............................29
function list ...........................................................................29
D/R&Exponential .................................................................29
Mixing ..................................................................................30
AssigningaMixtoaSwitch ...................................................30
BackMixing ..........................................................................31
Range Test ............................................................................ 31
Timer ...................................................................................31
Telemetry .............................................................................32
function list ...........................................................................32
Custom Voice Setup ..............................................................32
Monitor .................................................................................33
ACRO (Airplane) ....................................................................34
Elevon Servo Control ..............................................................35
Flap System ...........................................................................35
ACROMixing .........................................................................35
Aileron...................................................................................35
Elevator .................................................................................35
HELI (Helicopter) ..................................................................36
Swash Type ...........................................................................36
Collective Type .......................................................................36
Pitch Curve ............................................................................36
Swashplate ............................................................................37
Gyro ......................................................................................37
Tail Curve .............................................................................37
Mixing ..................................................................................37
SAIL (Sailplane) ....................................................................38
Camber Preset .......................................................................38
Camber System .....................................................................38
Motor ....................................................................................38
SAILMixing ...........................................................................39
V-Tail Differential ....................................................................39
Physical Transmitter Adjustments ......................................40
Transmitter Mode Conversion ................................................. 40
Programming Conversion: ....................................................... 40
Mechanical Conversion ...........................................................40
Changing the Throttle Ratchet .................................................40
Adjusting the Elevator Centering Screw ...................................41
Moving the Throttle Limiting Wedges .......................................41
Re-assembling the Transmitter ................................................ 41
Adjust Throttle Friction Straps .................................................42
Adjusting the Throttle Ratchet Strap ........................................42
Control Stick Length Adjustment ............................................42
Troubleshooting Guide .........................................................43
1-Year Limited Warranty ......................................................44
Warranty and Service Contact Information .........................45
FCC Information ...................................................................45
Antenna Separation Distance ..............................................45
IC Information.......................................................................45
FAA Information ...................................................................45
AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code ..........................45
Compliance Information for the European Union ................46
Declaration of Conformity ....................................................46
Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the
European Union .....................................................................46
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Battery and Charging Precautions and 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.
• NEVER LEAVE THE BATTERY AND CHARGER UNATTENDED DURING USE
• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT
• 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
INSTALLING OPTIONAL LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACK
BATTERY AND CHARGING PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
1. Remove battery cover from the back of the transmitter.
2. Remove the AA battery holder and disconnect from the
transmitter power port.
3. Remove the Rectangle shaped foam and flat foam from the
battery compartment.
4. Connect the battery pack (SPMA9602) to the
transmitter power port.
5. Install the optional Lithium Ion battery pack into the
transmitter.
6. Install the battery cover.
NOTICE: When installing a Lithium Ion battery pack, always
set the battery chemistry to Lithium Ion in the Systems
Setting screen to correctly set the low voltage alarm.
CAUTION:Riskofexplosionifbatteryisreplacedbyanincorrecttype.Disposeofusedbatteriesaccordingtostateandlocallaws.
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Function
1
Antenna
2
Speaker Grill
3
Switch H
4
Switch G
5
Switch F
6
Throttle/Aileron Stick
(Mode 1)
Elevator/Aileron Stick
(Mode 2)
Throttle/Rudder Stick
(Mode 3)
Elevator/Rudder Stick
(Mode 4)
Function
7
Elevator Trim (Mode 2, 4)
Throttle Trim (Mode 1, 3)
8
Aileron Trim (Mode 1,2)
Rudder Trim (Mode 3,4)
9
Scroll wheel
Right Side Grip
11
On/OffSwitch
12
LCD
13
Clear Button
14
Back Button
15
SDCardOpening
Function
16
left Side Grip
Neck Strap Mount
18
Rudder Trim (Mode 1,2)
Aileron Trim (Mode 3,4)
19
Elevator Trim (Mode 1,3)
Throttle Trim (Mode 2,4)
20
Elevator/Rudder Stick
(Mode 1)
Throttle/Rudder Stick
(Mode 2)
Elevator/Aileron Stick
(Mode 3)
Throttle/Aileron Stick
(Mode 4)
Function
21
Switch C
22
Switch B
23
Switch A
24
Switch D
25
Bind/Switch I
26
LED
The transmitter comes with a thin,
clear plastic film applied to some
front panels for protection during
shipping. Humidity and use may
cause this film to come off. Carefully
remove this film as desired.
TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS
F
C
D
6
3
19
18
17
20
21
22
23
1
4
5
6
8
7
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
24
25
26
2
9
10
17
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Function
1
Handle
2
Throttle Spring Tension
Adjustment (Mode 2,4)
Gimbal Stick Tension
Adjustment
4
Mode Change
5
Left Rear Grip
Function
6
Audio Jack
Charge Port For use with
optional Lithium Ion Battery
8
Battery Cover
9
Trainer Port
10
Right Rear Grip
Function
11
Gimbal Stick Tension
Adjustment
12
Mode Change
Throttle Spring Tension
Adjustment (Mode 1,3)
TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS
F
C
D
6
6
8
9
10
12
1
13
4
11
7
2
3
5
3
13
7
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• Scroll the scroll wheel to move through the screen content or
change programming values. Press the scroll wheel to make
a selection.
• Use the Back button 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.
• Direct Model Access enables you to access the Model Select
screen without powering off the transmitter. Anytime the
transmitter power is on, press the Clear and Back buttons to
access the Model Select screen.
• Press and hold the scroll wheel while powering on the
transmitter to show the System Setup list. No radio
transmission occurs when a System Setup screen is
displayed, preventing accidental damage to linkages and
servos during changes to programming.
• At the main screen you can scroll to view the servo monitor.
• The Main Screen appears when you power on the transmitter.
Press the scroll wheel once to display the Function List.
• When you want to change a value in a screen for a particular
control position, move the control to the desired position to
highlight the value you want to change, such as 0/1/2, up/
down or left/right.
Turn
Press
Press
Enter, Choose
or Exit
Move between
options or change
value in an option
Hold for 3
seconds and
release to move to
the Main Screen
Turn HoldPress
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.
Function
A
Model Name
DSMX/DSM2 If not shown, this indicates “not bound”.
C
Transmitter Battery
Charge Level
D
Digital Battery Voltage (an alarm sounds and the screen flashes
when battery charge gets down to 4.3V when using Alkaline
Batteries or 6.4V for a LiPo/Li Ion battery.)
E
Model Type
F
Elevator Trim (Modes 2 and 4)
Throttle Trim (Modes 1 and 3)
G
Aileron Trim (Modes 1 and 2)
Rudder Trim (Modes 3 and 4)
H
Model Memory Timer
Function
I
Rudder Trim (Modes 1 and 2)
Aileron Trim (Modes 3 and 4)
J
Throttle Trim (Mode 2 and 4)
Elevator Trim (Mode 1 and 3)
K
Timer
MAIN SCREEN
NAVIGATION
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
pressthescrollwheel.Theboxaroundtheswitchshouldnow
flash. To select a switch, toggle the switch you wish to select.
Verify the switch selection is now displayed as desired. When
correct, press the scroll wheel to select this switch and complete
the switch selection.
E
D
CB
J
K
A
F
GI H
Also displays the Volume Level
when the BACK button is pressed
B
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Installing the SD Card
The SD Card (not included) enables you to:
• Import (copy) models from another
DX6 transmitter
• Export(transfer)modelstoanother
DX6 transmitter
• Update AirWare™ software in the transmitter
• Install/Update sound files
To install the SD Card:
1. Power off the transmitter.
2. Press the SD Card into the card slot with the card label
facing the back of the transmitter. The card is keyed to fit in
thecaseinonly1direction.Donotuseexcessiveforceto
install.
Exporting the Transmitter Serial Number
to the SD Card
ExportingthetransmitterserialnumbertotheSDCardallowsyou
to copy and paste the serial number into the registration screen at
spektrumrc.com.
To export the serial number:
1. Press and hold the scroll wheel while powering the
transmitter on until the System Setup list appears.
2. Scroll to the System Settings menu. Press the scroll wheel
once to open the menu.
3. Select NEXTontheSystemSettingsandExtraSettings
screens.
4.WhentheSerialNumberscreenappears,selectEXPORT.
5. Power off the transmitter and remove the SD Card from the
transmitter.
6. Insert the SD Card in your computer and open the
My_DX6.xmlleonthecard.
7.ImportMy_DX6.xmlintotheRegistrationscreenonthe
Spektrum Community site (spektrumrc.com).
SD CARD
Update AirWare Software
NOTICE: The orange LED Spektrum bars flash and a status
bar appears on the screen when AirWare software updates are
installing. Never power off the transmitter when updates are
installing. Doing so may damage the system files.
BeforeinstallinganyAirWareles,alwaysExportAllModelstoan
SD Card separate from the SD Card containing the update. The
update may erase all model files.
For more information on AirWare software updates, visit
spektrumrc.com
Automatically Installing AirWare Software Updates
To install the most recent update:
1. Download the update from spektrumrc.com and
save it to the SD Card.
2. Power off the transmitter and install the SD Card in the
transmitter.
3. Power on the transmitter and the update automatically installs
in the transmitter.
Manually Installing AirWare Software Updates
1. Save the desired AirWare version to the SD Card.
2. Select Update Firmware in the SD Card Menu options. The
Select File screen appears.
3. Select the desired AirWare version from the File List. When
updates are installing, the transmitter screen is dark. The
orange LED Spektrum bars flash and the update status bar
appears on the screen.
NOTICE: Do not power off the transmitter when updates are
installing. Doing so will damage the transmitter.
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Wireless Trainer
Wireless Trainer works just like the Wired Trainer, without the
wire. Select Wireless Trainer to bind a DSM2 or DSMX slave
transmitter to the master transmitter. With this option, when the
master presses the trainer button or switch, control is given to
the currently bound slave transmitter. After binding, the slave
transmitter will remain bound to the master transmitter until
a different transmitter is bound to the master, or the slave
transmitter is bound to another receiver or a wireless master
transmitter. ModelMatch™ technology applies to the wireless
trainer system; the master transmitter will be bound to the
slave in the bound model used. Also, if the slave transmitter
has ModelMatch technology, it will only be bound to the master
transmitter in the selected model during binding.
Inhibit
In Inhibit, the wireless trainer function will be inhibited and will not
function.
CAUTION: Select Inhibit in the Trainer menu when you aren’t
using the wireless trainer function. Failure to select Inhibit may
result in loss of control of the aircraft.
Programmable Master
Programmable mode enables you to program the master
transmitter to transfer any or all individual channels when you
activate the trainer switch. This mode is ideal for beginners
learning to control individual channels while the master transmitter
maintains control of all other channels. The slave transmitter
should be in Inhibit mode, if available. The Master and Slave
transmitters MUST have the same programming.
Pilot Link Master
Pilot Link Master enables you to program the master transmitter
to transfer any or all individual channels when you activate the
trainerswitch.PilotLinkMasterisidealforcomplexmodels,
as the master transmitter maintains control of all secondary
functions, such as flight modes, retracts, flaps and brakes.
Secondary functions can be individually assigned to the Slave
transmitter as necessary. It is not necessary to have model
programming in the slave transmitter.
DX6 Wireless Trainer Operation
1. Enter an unused model on the slave transmitter (computer
transmitter only).
2. Bind the master transmitter to the model.
3. Make sure the master and slave transmitter battery packs are
fully charged.
4. Make sure the slave transmitter is powered off.
5. Either in the Wireless Programmable Master setup page or the
Wireless Pilot Link Master setup page, select BIND. This will
put the master transmitter’s wireless trainer receiver into bind
mode. You should see the following screen:
6. Enter bind mode on the slave transmitter following the
instructions provided with that transmitter.
7. After a successful bind, the following screen should appear.
8. Press the trainer button on the master transmitter to transfer
model control from the master to the slave.
9. Release the trainer button and the master transmitter regains
control of the model.
Master Override
TheMasterOverridefeatureenablestheinstructortoimmediately
regain control of the model by moving the control sticks. After you
activateMasterOverride,theslavetransmittercannotcontrolthe
model until you reset the trainer switch. To reset the trainer switch:
1.MovethetrainerswitchtotheOFFposition.
2.MovethetrainerswitchtotheONpositiontoactivatetheslave
transmitter.
SYSTEM SETUP
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Extra Settings
Selecting a Language
In the Systems Settings screen, scroll to highlight Language, then
press the scroll wheel to select the Language function. Scroll
to select the desired Language. When the desired Language is
selected, press the scroll wheel to accept that Language. Names
you input will not be affected by language change. After changing
thelanguageforthetext,youmayalsowanttochangethe
language for the spoken alerts. See the “Spoken” and “SD Card”
sections for more information.
Inactive Alarm
An alarm activates if the transmitter sees a period of inactivity for
a certain amount of time. The alarm is helpful in reminding you
to power off the transmitter and avoiding a situation where the
transmitter battery completely discharges.
The Inactive Alarm options are:
To change the Inactive alarm time:
1. Scroll to the current alarm time and press the scroll wheel.
2. Scroll left or right to change the alarm time. Press the scroll
wheel to save the selection.
The Extra Settings screen enables you to:
• Turn sounds off or on
• Change the appearance of the trim indicators
• Inh (No alarm
sounds)
• 5 min
• 10 min (Default)
• 30 min
• 60 min
System Sounds
Scrolling to System Sounds and pressing the scroll wheel turns
sounds on (Active) or off (Inhibit).
You may disable all sounds by changing the volume to 0.
Trim Display
Trim display changes the shape of the trim indicators on
the Main Screen. Display options include:
• BoxedBoxes(Default)–Theindicatorsappearasan
outlinedboxwhenyouadjustthetrim.
• BoxedArrows–Theindicatorsappearasoutlinedarrows
when you adjust the trim.
• INH– The indicators appear as arrows on lines when you adjust
the trim.
Inhibit removes all trim bars and indicators from the Main Screen.
To change the Trim Display:
1. Scroll to Trim Display and press the scroll wheel once.
2. Scroll left or right to change the Trim Display option. Press the
scroll wheel to save the selection.
SYSTEM SETUP
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The Serial Number screen displays the transmitter serial number and AirWare software version.
Reference the Serial Number screen any time you need to register your transmitter or update the AirWare software from the Spektrum
Community website.
The transmitter AirWare software version appears between PREV
and NEXT at the bottom of the Serial Number screen. Register
your DX6 to get AirWare software updates and other news at
spektrumrc.com
IMPORTANT: AirWare files are specific to the transmitter
serial number and you cannot transfer AirWare files between
transmitters, ie., downloading an AirWare software update once
and attempting to install it on multiple transmitters.
CALIBRATE
Calibrating the Transmitter
1. Carefully move the gimbal sticks in a + shape moving from left
to right, then up and down. Press gently on the gimbals at the
stops to achieve an accurate calibration. Return both gimbal
sticks to the center position.
2. Select SAVE to store the calibration.
Serial Number
Exporting the Serial Number to the SD Card
Youmayndithelpfultoexportthetransmitterserialnumbertoa
textleforyourpersonalrecordsorwhenyouareregisteringthe
transmitter on the Spektrum Community.
To export the transmitter serial number:
1. Insert an SD Card in the card slot on the transmitter.
2. Scroll to EXPORT and press the scroll wheel. The SD Status
screenappearsandshoulddisplayMY_DX6.xmlinthemiddle
of the screen.
3. Press the scroll wheel again to return to the Serial Number
screen.
4. Power off the transmitter and remove the SD Card from the
transmitter.
5. Install the SD Card in a card reader connected to your
computer.
6.OpentheMY_DX6.xmllefromtheSDCardlocation.You
can then copy and paste the serial number into your personal
records or to the Spektrum Community website.
SYSTEM SETUP
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Locating the Transmitter AirWare Software Version
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The Calibration screen stores the potentiometer endpoints for all proportional controls. It is mandatory to complete the calibration after
changing the stick mode selection.
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Import Model
This function overwrites all model memories. Ensure that the
models currently in your transmitter are saved on an SD card
separate from the transmitter before performing this function.
To import an individual model file from the SD Card:
1. Save the model file to the SD Card.
2. Select the Model List location where you wish to import the
new model file.
3.IntheSDCardmenu,scrolltoSelectOptionandpressthe
scroll wheel once.
4. Scroll to Import Model and press the scroll button again to
save the selection. The Select File screen appears.
5.Selectthemodelleyouwishtoimport.TheOverwritescreen
appears.
IMPORTANT: When you select Import, the transmitter leaves the
System Setup List.
6. Select the model that you would like to import the model to.
7. Select Import to confirm overwriting the current model file. The
transmitter activates the new model file and the Main Screen
appears.
A Preflight Checklist may appear prior to the Main Screen if the
checklistwasactiveduringthemodelleexport.SelectMAINto
exitthePreightChecklist.
See “Preflight Setup” for more information.
Import All Models
To import all models from the SD Card:
1. Select Import All Models.
2. Confirm by selecting IMPORT.
IMPORTANT: After importing a model, you must rebind the
transmitter and receiver. The Main Screen must show DSM2 or
DSMX in the upper left corner.
You can import a model to any location you want. If you prefer
to use Import All, you can use your PC to rename the SPM file.
The first two digits (01 to 50) are the destination model number.
Your SD card can only contain 50 models. Save files to folders on
the card then remove from the card all unused models. Files are
selected by their position in the directory table.
Export Model
YoucanusetheExportModeloptiontoexportasinglemodelle
to the SD Card.
1.MakesuretheactivemodelleistheoneyouwishtoExport.
2.ScrolltoSelectOptionandpressthescrollwheel once.
3.ScrolltoExportModelandpressthescrollwheel again to
savetheselection.TheExporttoSDscreenappears.Therst
two characters of the file name correspond to the Model List
number(01,forexample).
4.(Optional)Ifyouwishtorenamethemodellebeforeexporting
it to the SD Card:
a. Scroll to “Save to:” and press the scroll wheel. The File
Name screen appears.
b. Assign a new file name. The file name can contain up to
25charactersincludingthe.SPMleextension.
c. When you are done assigning the new file name, press
theBackbuttontoreturntotheExporttoSDscreen.
5.SelectExporttosavetheletotheSDCard.Whentheexportis
complete, the transmitter returns to the SD Card Menu screen.
Export All Models
To export all models to the SD Card:
1.SelectExportAllModelsintheSDCardMenuoptions.The
ExportAllModelsscreenappears.
IMPORTANT:ExportAllModelswilloverwriteanymodellesthat:
• Are already saved on the SD Card.
• Have the same name. Always save model files to a different SD
Card if you are not sure.
2.SelectExporttooverwritelesontheSDCardorCancelto
return to the SD Card Menu.
TRANSFER SD CARD
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The SD Card enables you to:
• Import (copy) models from another DX6 transmitter
• Export(transfer)modelstoanotherDX6transmitter
• Update AirWare™ software in the transmitter
• Install/Update sound files
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Updating Spektrum DX6 Sound Files
NOTICE: NEVER disconnect the battery from the transmitter while
the file transfer is in process. Doing so will damage the transmitter,
and the transmitter will need to be returned for service.
You have the option of installing new sound files in the DX6
transmitter. Before updating the sound files, make sure the transmitter
battery is fully charged.
To install new sound files:
1. Download the desired sound file from the Spektrum Community
at www.SpektrumRC.com. Save the file to the SD card for your
transmitter.
2. Insert the SD card in the DX6 transmitter.
3. Enter System Setup in the transmitter.
4. Select the SD Card menu, and then select Update Sound.
5. Select the new sound file you want to install. The transmitter will
scan the file and check for any errors.
6. The Transfer SD Card screen reappears when the file transfer is
complete.
IMPORTANT:Thesoundlewilltakeapproximately30minutesto
update. Do not disconnect the battery or power off the transmitter
during the update.
Update AirWare Software
NOTICE: The orange LED Spektrum bars flash and a status
bar appears on the screen when AirWare software updates are
installing. Never power off the transmitter when updates are
installing. Doing so may damage the system files.
BeforeinstallinganyAirWareles,alwaysExportAllModelstoan
SD Card separate from the SD Card containing the update. The
update may erase all model files.
For more information on AirWare software updates, visit
spektrumrc.com
Automatically Installing AirWare Software Updates
To install the most recent update:
1. Download the update from spektrumrc.com and
save it to the SD Card.
2. Power off the transmitter and install the SD Card in the
transmitter.
3. Power on the transmitter and the update automatically installs
in the transmitter.
Manually Installing AirWare Software Updates
1. Save the desired AirWare version to the SD Card.
2. Select Update Firmware in the SD Card Menu options. The
Select File screen appears.
3. Select the desired AirWare version from the File List. When
updates are installing, the transmitter screen is dark. The
orange LED Spektrum bars flash and the update status bar
appears on the screen.
NOTICE: Do not power off the transmitter when updates are
installing. Doing so will damage the transmitter.
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• Travel Adjust • Sub-Trim • Reverse
FUNCTION LIST
SERVO SETUP
The Servo Setup menu contains the following functions:
The Main Screen appears when you power on the transmitter. Press the scroll wheel once to display the Function List.
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Travel Adjust
Travel Adjust sets the overall travel or endpoints of the servo arm
movement.
To adjust travel values:
1. Scroll to the channel you wish to adjust and press the scroll
wheel. When adjusting travel values assigned to a control
stick:
a. Center the control stick to adjust both directions at the
same time.
b. To adjust travel in one direction only, move the control
stick in the direction you wish to adjust. Continue
holding the control stick in the desired direction while
you are adjusting the travel value.
2. Scroll left or right to adjust the travel value. Press the scroll
wheel to save the selection.
Sub-Trim
Sub-Trim adjusts the servo travel center point.
CAUTION Use only small sub-trim values or you may
cause damage to the servo.
Reverse
Use the Reverse menu to reverse the channel direction. For
example,iftheelevatorservomovesupanditshouldmovedown.
To reverse a channel direction:
1. Scroll to Travel and press the scroll wheel. Scroll left until
Reverse appears and press the scroll wheel again to save the
selection.
2. Scroll to the channel you wish to reverse and press the scroll
wheel.
If you reverse the Throttle channel, a confirmation screen appears.
Select YES to reverse the channel. A second screen appears,
reminding you to bind your transmitter and receiver.
CAUTION: Always rebind the transmitter and receiver
after reversing the Throttle channel. Failure to do so
will result in the throttle moving to full throttle if failsafe
activates.
Always perform a control test after making adjustments to confirm
the model responds properly.
CAUTION: After adjusting servos, always rebind the
transmitter and receiver to set the failsafe position.
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V-Tail Differential
OnlyavailableinSailplaneTypewhenV-TailAorV-TailBisactive.SeeSAIL (Sailplane) section for set up.
Camber Preset
OnlyavailableinSailplaneTypewhena2aileronwingtypeisselected.SeeSAIL (Sailplane) section for set up.
Camber System
OnlyavailableinSailplaneTypewhena2aileronwingtypeisselected.SeeSAIL (Sailplane) section for set up.
Flap System
OnlyavailableinAirplaneTypewhenaap-enabledwingtypeisselected.SeeACRO (Airplane) section for
set up.
Pitch Curve
OnlyavailableinHelicopterType.SeeHELI (Helicopter) section for set up.
Swashplate
OnlyavailableinHelicopterType.SeeHELI (Helicopter) section for set up.
Gyro
OnlyavailableinHelicopterType.SeeHELI (Helicopter) section for set up.
Tail Curve
OnlyavailableinHelicopterType.SeeHELI (Helicopter) section for set up.
The following menu options are only available when they are enabled from the Model Type screen.
Mixing
Mixingallowscontrolinputforachanneltoaffectmorethanone
channelatatime.Mixingfunctionssupport:
• Mixingachanneltoanotherchannel.
• Mixingachanneltoitself.
• Assigningoffsettoachannel.
• Linkingprimarytosecondarytrim.
These mixes are available for each model memory:
Select a channel for master and slave. Inputs for the
master channel control both the master and slave channels. For
example,ElevatortoFlapmakeselevatorthemasterchanneland
flap the slave channel.
Offset
ChangetheOffsetvaluetomovetheeffectivecenterposition
of the slave channel. Positive or negative value determines the
directionoftheoffset.Offsetisnotavailableforcurvemixes.
Trim
If the master channel trim should also adjust the slave channel,
set Trim to Act. A channel monitor on the left side of the screen
shows how channels respond to input. To view a switch-assigned
mixonthemonitor,themixswitchmustbeintheactiveposition.
• 5programmablemixes
• Cyclic to Throttle (HELI)
• Swashplate (HELI)
• ElevatortoFlap(ACRO)
• AilerontoRudder(ACRO)
• RuddertoAileron/Elevator(ACRO).
• Aileron>Rudder (SAIL)
• Aileron>Flap (SAIL)
• Elevator>Flap (SAIL)
• Flap>Elevator (SAIL)
Assigning a Mix to a Switch
If you wish to assign a mix to a switch position:
1.Makesureyouareinthedesiredmixscreen.
2.Movetheswitchyouwanttoassignthemixto.
3.Scrolltotheswitchpositionwhereyouwantthemixtobe
active.
4.Pressthescrollwheeltoactivatethemix.Whentheboxis
lled,themixisactive.
ThemixisActivewhentheboxislledandInactivewhenthe
boxisopen.Youcanassignamixtobeactiveinmultipleswitch
positions (0,1 or 2).
Tip: Use Auto Switch Select to select the switch.
CAUTION: Always do a Control Test of your model after
changingmixes.
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Back Mixing
BackMixingappliesamixtoallrelatedservosinawingortail
type.Forexample,ifyouselect2AIL,2FLAPintheAircraftType
screen,amixtooneaileronchannelaffectsbothaileronservos.
Themixresponse,however,dependsontheaileronchannel
includedinthemix.
ABackMixalsoenablesyoutousefewermixestoachievethe
desiredresponse,forexampleaddingrolltoasplitelevator.
Range Test
The Range Test function reduces the power output. This allows for
a range test to confirm the RF link is operating correctly. Perform
a range check at the beginning of each flying session to confirm
system operation.
To Access the Range Test screen:
1. With the transmitter on and the main or telemetry screen
displayed, press the scroll wheel. The Function list displays.
2. Scroll to highlight Range Test, then press the scroll wheel to
access the Range Test function.
3. With the Range Test screen displayed, push and hold the
trainer button. The screen displays Reduced Power. In this
mode the RF output is reduced allowing for an operational
range test of your system.
4. If you let go of the trainer button, the transmitter will go back
to Full Power.
IMPORTANT: Telemetry alarms are disabled during the
Range Test.
Range Testing the DX6
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 the transmitter into Range Test mode (see
above). Then push the trainer button; the power output will be
reduced.
3.Operatethecontrols.Youshouldhavetotalcontrolofyour
model with the transmitter in Range Test mode.
4. If control issues occur, contact the appropriate Horizon Product
Support office for assistance.
5. If performing a range test while a telemetry module is active,
the display will show flight log data.
Timer
The DX6 Timer function allows you to program a countdown timer
or stop watch (count up timer) to display on the main screen. An
alarm sounds when the programmed time is reached. You can
program the timer to start using the assigned switch position
or automatically when throttle is raised above a programmed
position. Two internal timers are available that show run time for a
specific model displays on the Main Screen. A total system timer
is also available.
Timer Event and Timer Control Alerts
Press NEXT to select the Timer Event Alerts settings. These
include options for the alerts at every minute for down timers, 1
minute remaining alert, 30 seconds remaining alert, 10 second
to1secondreminingalerts,expirationalert,andeveryminuteup
alert. Press NEXT again to select the Timer Control Alerts settings.
Available options include Timer Start alert, Timer Stop alert, and
Timer Reset alert.
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Aircraft Type
Use the Aircraft Type Screen to select wing and tail types to match
your airplane model. Diagrams and setup names show on the
transmitter screen to show the available setups.
Refer to spektrumrc.com for more information about new DX6
AirWare software updates to support these options.
Select wing and tail types before doing any other programming.
* Selection of multiple ailerons activates the Differential menu option.
** “V-Tail A” and “V-Tail B” function as internal servo reversing. If V-Tail A
does not work correctly with your aircraft, try V-Tail B.
Wing
• Normal
• Flaperon*
• Dual Aileron*
• 1 Aileron 1 Flap*
• 2 Ailerons 1 Flap*
• Elevon A*
• Elevon B*
Tail
• Normal
• V-Tail A**
• V-Tail B**
• Dual Elevator
• Dual Rudder
A AUX1 servo port (left aileron)
B AILE servo port (right aileron)
C ELEV servo port (left V-tail)
D RUDD servo port (right V-tail)
E AILE servo port (left aileron)
F ELEV servo port (right aileron)
Recommended Servo Connections
A
DC
DC
F
F
E
E
B
A B
Dual Aileron Wing
Type Connection
A
DC
DC
F
F
E
E
B
A B
Elevon Wing Type
Connection
A
DC
DC
F
F
E
E
B
A B
V-Tail Type
Connection
Acro Model Type
NOTICE: Refer to your airplane manual for recommended control throws.
CAUTION: Always do a Control Test of your model with the transmitter after programming to make sure your model responds
as desired.
ACRO (AIRPLANE)
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