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Instruction Manual
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 superficial 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 a little or no possibility of injury.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the
features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correct-
ly 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 com-
mon sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Prod-
uct in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the prod-
uct 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. This is not a toy.
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 identified and corrected.
CHARGING WARNINGS
CAUTION:
All instructions and warnings must be followed exactly. Mishandling of
Li-Po batteries can result in a fire, personal injury and/or property damage.
•NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.
•NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
•By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po battery, you assume all
risks associated with lithium batteries.
•If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell, discontinue use immediately.
If charging or discharging, discontinue and disconnect. Continuing to use, charge
or discharge a battery that is ballooning or swelling can result in fire.
•Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area for best results.
•Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a temperature range of
40–120º F (5–49° C). Do not store the battery or model in a car or direct sun-
light. If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or even catch fire.
•Always charge batteries away from flammable materials.
•Always inspect the battery before charging.
•Always disconnect the battery after charging and let the charger cool between charges.
•Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery pack while charging.
•ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO CHARGE LI-PO BATTERIES.
Failure to charge the battery with a compatible charger may cause a fire result-
ing in personal injury and/or property damage.
•Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V under load.
•Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips.
•Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.
•Never charge damaged batteries.
•Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.
•Never allow minors to charge battery packs.
•Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places
(recommended between 40–120° F [5–49° C]) or place in direct sunlight.
WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: If you ever need
to replace your Spektrum receiver found in a Horizon Hobby product,
always purchase from Horizon Hobby, LLC or a Horizon Hobby 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.
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.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Visit www.spektrumrc.com/registration today to register your product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
How To Use the Manual
Navigating the Pages
Return To Spektrum AirWare App
Using the Table of Contents
Box Contents
Basic Operation
Setting Up A New Model
Transmitter Functions
Spektrum LED
Charging
Android Operating System
Android Navigation Icons
Android Home Screen Elements
Notification Screen
Android Quick Start Guide
Spektrum AirWare Navigation
Volume Control
Model Type Defaults
Acro Defaults
Heli Defaults
Sail Defaults
Multi Defaults
Model Utilities
Select A Different Model
Add A New Model
Import Models
Export Models
Sort Model List
Model Details
Model Name
Model Image
Monitor Channel Count
Dim The Display
Screen Brightness
Expanded Model Details
Reset Model Timer
Duplicate Model
Reset Model
Delete Model
Export Model
Save As Template
Model Note
Binding
Spektrum Failsafe Types
Binding And Programming Failsafe
Testing Failsafe
Auto Switch Select
Active Buttons
Model Adjust
Servo Setup
Reverse
Travel
Sub Trim
Speed
Absolute Travel
Balance
Dual Rates and Expo
Throttle Cut
Throttle Curve
Adding and Deleting Curve Points
Heli, Sail and Multirotor Throttle Curve
Throttle Hold
Practical Throttle Curve Example
Video Tx
Mixing
Offset
Trim
Combo Mixing
Understanding Mixing
0.5 Mixing Values
Back Mixing
Sailplane Pre-Configured Mixes
Forward Programming
Sequencer
AS3X
Differential
V-Tail Differential
Flap System
Pitch Curve
Swashplate
Electronic E-Ring
Gyro
Heli Gyro
Acro Gyro
Governor
Tail Curve
Camber Preset
Camber System
In-flight camber control
In-flight braking
Camber System Programming
Model Setup
Bind
Timers
Frame Rate
Spektrum Telemetry
Telemetry Sensors
Using Spektrum Telemetry
Analog Switch Setup
Sleep Mode
Spektrum LED Indicator
Digital Switch Setup
Audio Events
Switch Change Reports
Custom Reports
Trim Reports
Telemetry Warnings
Stepping Reports
Trainer State Reports
Center Tone
Model Start Alerts
Pre-Flight Checklist
System Sounds
Spoken Flight Mode
Binding Alerts
Timer Reports
Channel Assign
Channel Input Configuration
Receiver Port Assignments
Trainer
Wired Trainer
Wireless Trainer
Trainer Alerts
Instructor Transmitter Configuration
Binding Wireless Trainer
Head Tracking FPV Setup
Focal Channel Assignments
Range Test
Flight Log Data
Guidelines for DSM2 Installations
Guidelines for DSMX Installations
Receiver Installation
Model Start Warnings
Serial Port Setup
Serial Port Protocol
Spektrum RF
Serial Port Power (9.5v)
Aircraft Type
Aicraft Type (Airplane)
Swashplate Type (Helicopter)
Sailplane Type (Sailplane)
Aircraft Type (Multirotor)
Flight Mode Setup
Examples of Flight Mode Applications
Using Flight Mode Setup
Hold (Helicopter)
System Settings
System Configuration
Product Information
Calibration
Physical Transmitter Adjustments
Transmitter Mode Change
Stick Tension
Throttle Strap Adjustment
Control Sticks
Control Stick Length Adjustment
Connecting Two iX12 Transmitters
Using Bluetooth
Troubleshooting Guide
FAQs
1-Year Limited Warranty
Warranty and Service Contact Information
FCC Information
IC Information
Compliance Information
for the European Union
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL
The manual for the iX12 is an interactive .pdf document, optimally viewed in
the .pdf viewer app on the Android.
To access the manual from Spektrum AirWare app:
1. Touch the System Settings button
from the home screen.
2. Touch the Manual button.
3. Touch the desired language. If the
iX12 is connected to a WiFi source,
the system will check for manual
file updates and open the most up-
to-date file in the reader app.
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NAVIGATING THE PAGES
1. Touch the middle of the screen once to access the reader app toolbars.
2. Touch the eyeglass icon ( ) to change the viewing mode.
3. Select Single Page for best viewing results.
4. After the viewing mode is set, touch in the center of the screen to enter
full-screen mode.
5. Touch toward the right side of the
screen to go the next page. Touch
toward the left side of the screen to
go to the previous page, or swipe
left or right to change pages.
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RETURN TO SPEKTRUM AIRWARE APP
To return to the Spektrum AirWare app:
1. Swipe from the right side of the screen to access the Android navigation tools.
Overview icon
2. Touch the Overview icon.
3. Touch the Spektrum AirWare app in the list of running apps.
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USING THE TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Table of Contents is fully interactive. Touch an entry to move to that page.
At the end of each manual section, Touch the TOC button to return to the
Table of Contents.
Return to the
Table of Contents
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BOX CONTENTS
The iX12 radio system is supplied with the following:
•Spektrum iX12 Transmitter
•6000mAh Li-Ion Transmitter Battery Pack (Installed)
•SPMAR9030T Receiver (included in SPM12000 only)
•USB Power Supply and Cable
•Quick Start Guide
•iX12 Neck Strap
•Sticker Set
•Accessories
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BASIC OPERATION
The iX12 transmitter is based on an Android operating system. Download a
user guide for the Android operating system HERE. All RC related functions
are handled by the Spektrum AirWare
application.
•Power On: Press and hold the power button for several seconds to power on the
iX12 transmitter. The transmitter is designed to prevent inadvertently powering on
from a touch to the power button. After the transmitter is on, the Android operating
system will take approximately 1minute to boot up. The Spektrum AirWare app will
automatically launch. Do not attempt to open other applications while the Spektrum
AirWare app is launching. When the application has finished launching, the Spektrum
AirWare home screen will be displayed. The Android operating system may be
accessed to utilize other apps.
•Power Off: Press and hold the power button again for several seconds to
power off the transmitter. Select either “Power off or “Reboot” from the
popup menu. Power off will power off the iX12. Reboot will restart the iX12.
•WiFi Connection: Swipe down from the top of the screen and click on the WiFi
icon to connect to available WiFi networks. Spektrum AirWare app updates and
firmware updates for the radio hardware are available through the Google Play
Store. Internet access through a WiFi access point is required. After logging into
the Google Play Store, any available updates will automatically download.
•System Configuration: Press the System Settings button at the bottom right
of the home screens. Touch the System Configuration button to define the user
name, stick mode, language and battery and inactivity alarm settings.
•RF and Screen Sleep Modes: The iX12 may be used like similar smart
devices that stay powered for long periods of time. Powering the transmitter
off between flights is not necessary. Power off the RF transmission and put
the screen to sleep by double tapping the power button to bring up the Sleep
Mode menu. Switch the RF and/or the Screen off and press and hold OK.
Press the Power button once to wake the system from Sleep Mode.
IMPORTANT: The first time a double tap is used to bring up the Sleep Mode
screen, the iX12 may ask the operator for administrator privileges. Press accept
to give the Spektrum AirWare app permission to put the screen to sleep.
WARNING: Turning off the RF causes the iX12 to stop sending control
signals. Do not turn off the RF when a model is powered on and
connected to the transmitter.
•Screen Sleep Mode: Tap the Power button once to put the screen to sleep.
The radio will continue to transmit RC control signals.
•The transmitter has enough battery power for approximately 6 hours of use.
Fully charging the battery requires approximately 6 hours.
•Any time the iX12 needs to turn off the RF transmission, it will display a
warning. Press and hold Proceed to power off the RF transmission and con-
tinue programming.
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SETTING UP A NEW MODEL
Each model type has its own set of default settings to match the application. See
the Model Type section of this manual for the default assignments in each model
type. Default settings include switch assignments for auxiliary channels and flight
modes, voice alerts, timers and the channel output assignments on the receiver.
Out of the box, the transmitter will have one Acro model stored in the model
memory. Use this default or create a new model. Tap in the upper left corner
of the Spektrum AirWare app main screen to add a new airplane, helicopter,
sailplane, or multirotor model.
After selecting the model type and before binding, tap the Model Setup button from
the main screen in the Spektrum AirWare app to access the model setup options.
The most critical setup option is Aircraft Type and will define many pre-configured
options such as specialized mixing for multi servo wings, swashplates for helicopters
and other aircraft type-specific options. These options vary significantly between
aircraft types, and this should be set prior to binding.
Assign switches and functions to suit the aircraft setup needs.
Place sticks and switches in their desired failsafe positions.
With the receiver in bind mode, power on the aircraft.
TIP: Remove control horns if necessary to confirm the servo center positions
before you power on the aircraft to bind it.
Either tap the BIND button on the Spektrum AirWare dashboard or access the
Bind menu through Model Setup.
Press and hold BIND to bind the transmitter to the aircraft receiver.
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TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS
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FUNCTION
1 LED
2 Right Trim
3 Right Knob
4 Switch E
5 Switch G
6 Switch F
7 Throttle Strap Adjustment (Mode 1, 3)
8 Mode Change, Gimbal Centering Screw
9
Throttle/Aileron (Mode 1)
Elevator/Aileron (Mode 2)
Throttle/Rudder (Mode 3)
Elevator/Rudder (Mode 4)
10 Left/Right Gimbal Stick Tension Adjustment
11 Up/Down Gimbal Stick Tension Adjustment
FUNCTION
12
Elevator Trim (Mode 2, 4)
Throttle Trim (Mode 1, 3)
13
Aileron Trim (Mode 1, 2)
Rudder Trim (Mode 3, 4)
14 Neck Strap Mount
15 Speaker Grill
16 Touchscreen LCD
17
Rudder Trim (Mode 1, 2)
Aileron Trim (Mode 3, 4)
18 Throttle Strap Adjustment (Mode 2, 4)
19
Elevator Trim (Mode 1, 3)
Throttle Trim (Mode 2, 4)
20 Mode Change, Gimbal Centering Screw
FUNCTION
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Elevator/Rudder (Mode 1)
Throttle/Rudder (Mode 2)
Elevator/Aileron (Mode 3)
Throttle/Aileron (Mode 4)
22 Left/Right Gimbal Stick Tension Adjustment
23 Up/down Gimbal Stick Tension Adjustment
24 Switch C
25 Switch B
26 Switch D
27 Button I
28 Gimbal Travel Limiter Covers
29 Left Trim
FUNCTION
30 Power Button
31 Antenna 1
32 Switch A
33 Left Lever
34 Serial Interface Port
35 Audio Jack
36 Battery Cover
37 Right Lever
38 Switch H
39 Handle/Antenna 2
40 Memory Card Port
41 USB/Charging Port
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SPEKTRUM LED
The 5-bar LED on the front of the iX12 indicates different transmitter functions.
•The LED glows solid orange when the iX12 is powered on and actively
transmitting.
•The LED is off when either the iX12 is powered off or when the RF is in
sleep mode with the screen active.
•The LED slowly flashes orange when both the RF and screen are in sleep mode.
•The LED flashes blue when the battery is charging. If charging while in sleep
mode, the LED will flash both orange and blue.
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CHARGING
The initial charge time is approximately 6 hours. Charge the transmitter when
the low battery alarm sounds. See the System Settings section for information on
setting the low battery alarm level.
Always charge the transmitter on a heat-resistant surface.
Charging
1. Insert the USB cable into the power supply and connect it to an AC power source.
2. Insert the micro USB connector into the USB port on the transmitter.
3. The LED will flash blue to indicate the battery is charging. If charging
while the sytem is powered off, the LED will flash for approximately
10minutes and then power off.
4. Disconnect the transmitter from the charger when charging is complete
and disconnect the power supply from the power outlet.
CAUTION: Never leave a charging battery unattended.
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ANDROID OPERATING SYSTEM
The iX12 transmitter is built on the Android
operating system and features a large color
touch screen display. Navigate the iX12 using
the same actions and gestures as those used
to operate any other Android device.
To navigate, use your finger to tap, swipe and
drag icons and menus found on the display.
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The Spektrum AirWare application
will hide the Android home screen
navigation icons. To access the
Android navigation icons at anytime,
swipe right to left from the edge of the
screen as shown. Press the circle icon
to go to the Android home screen.
ANDROID NAVIGATION ICONS
Circle icon
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1. All Apps: Contains all applications loaded in the iX12.
2. Overview: Allows switching between any active applications. Remove any
of the apps from the active list by swiping left or right or pressing “X”.
3. Home: Return to the home screen.
4. Back: Return to previous screen.
ANDROID HOME SCREEN ELEMENTS
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NOTIFICATION SCREEN
Swipe down from the top of the screen
once to exit full screen mode and
bring the home screen navigation
icons to the front.
Swipe down a second time to roll
down the Notification Screen for quick
access to:
•Settings
•User Info
•Brightness
•Wi-Fi
•Bluetooth
•Landscape
•Location
•Cast Screen
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For more information on the Android
operating system, tap the icon at right
to download a copy of the Android
Quick Start Guide to the Downloads
folder.
The iX12 must be connected to WiFi to
access the linked file.
ANDROID QUICK START GUIDE
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SPEKTRUM AIRWARE
NAVIGATION
The iX12 Spektrum AirWare app has up to four main screens that can be quickly
accessed by swiping left or right on the touch screen display. The Dashboard
and Monitor screens are always available. Telemetry Dashboard and Telemetry
Min/Max are only available when telemetry information is present.
•Dashboard: The main screen displaying Trims and Timers, as well the
model name and image.
The Dashboard and the other main screens contain common information and
navigation options to access various functions of the iX12 transmitter.
Model Name: Touch for
Model Utilities Menu
Volume
Active main screen:
Touch or sweep
screen left or right
to change
Spektrum Airware navigation buttons
Available battery
capacity and voltage
•Monitor: Graphically displays all current control inputs in real time.
•Telemetry Dashboard*: Displays telemetry information for each sensor. User
selects which items to display on this page from the Telemetry setup menu.
•Telemetry Min/Max*: Logs the minimum and maximum values collected
from each telemetry sensor.
Additional telemetry pages are available when activated in the telemetry
setup menu.
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VOLUME CONTROL
Press the Volume icon ( ) in the top right corner of any of the main screens
to access the iX12 Volume menu.
Move the slider up and down to adjust the volume.
Touch the Mute button ( ) to silence all sounds within
the Spektrum AirWare app.
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MODEL TYPE DEFAULTS
When a new model is created, the iX12 assigns a baseline configuration, which
includes warnings, timers, channel input configuration (switch assignments),
receiver port assignments (channel assignments), flight modes, and menu options
all based on the model type selected.
The four model types available include:
•Airplane (Acro)
•Helicopter (Heli)
•Sailplane (Sail)
•Multirotor (Multi)
Consult the aircraft manual for more information on specific aircraft setup
requirements.
ACRO DEFAULTS
•Throttle position warning at 10%.
•5:00 minute timer set to count down from throttle stick movement above 25%.
Switch Assignments
A- Gear
B- N/A
C- N/A
D- Aux 1
E- Aux 2
F- N/A
G- N/A
H- N/A
R Knob- Aux 3
Left Slider- Aux 4
Right Slider- Aux 5
Left Trimmer- N/A
Right Trimmer- N/A
Channel Assignments
1. Throttle
2. Aileron
3. Elevator
4. Rudder
5. Gear
6. Aux 1
7. Aux 2
8. Aux 3
9. Aux 4
10. Aux 5
11. Aux 6
12. Aux 7
HELI DEFAULTS
•Throttle position warning at 10%.
•5:00 minute timer set to count down from throttle output above 25%.
•Flight modes are called Stunt Modes in Heli. Flight Mode 0 is Normal, Flight
Mode 1 is Stunt 1 and Flight Mode 2 is Stunt 2.
Switch Assignments
A- N/A
B- Flight Mode
C- N/A
D- Gear
E- Aux 2
F- N/A
G- N/A
H- N/A
R Knob- Aux 3
Left Slider- Aux 4
Right Slider- Aux 5
Left Trimmer- N/A
Right Trimmer- N/A
Channel Assignments
1. Throttle
2. Aileron
3. Elevator
4. Rudder
5. Gear
6. Pitch
7. Aux 2
8. Aux 3
9. Aux 4
10. Aux 5
11. Aux 6
12. Aux 7
SAIL DEFAULTS
•Throttle position warning at 10% if the motor option is enabled
in the Sailplane Type menu in Model Setup.
•5:00 minute timer set to activate with Switch I.
•Flight modes are called Launch, Cruise and Land if flight modes are
assigned, no default flight mode assignments.
Switch Assignments
A- Gear
B- N/A
C- N/A
D- Aux1
E- Aux 2
F- N/A
G- N/A
H- N/A
R Knob- Aux 3
Left Slider- Aux 4
Right Slider- Aux 5
Left Trimmer- N/A
Right Trimmer- N/A
Channel Assignments
1. Inhibit
2. Aileron
3. Elevator
4. Rudder
5. Gear
6. Aux 1
7. Aux 2
8. Aux 3
9. Aux 4
10. Aux 5
11. Aux 6
12. Aux 7
MULTI DEFAULTS
•Throttle position warning at 10%.
•5:00 minute timer set to count down from throttle stick movement above 25%.
Switch Assignments
A- Gear
B- N/A
C- N/A
D- Aux 1
E- Aux 2
F- N/A
G- N/A
H- N/A
R Knob- Aux 3
Left Slider- Aux 4
Right Slider- Aux 5
Left Trimmer- N/A
Right Trimmer- N/A
Channel Assignments
1. Throttle
2. Aileron
3. Elevator
4. Rudder
5. Gear
6. Aux 1
7. Aux 2
8. Aux 3
9. Aux 4
10. Aux 5
11. Aux 6
12. Aux 7
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MODEL UTILITIES
The Model Utilities menu is accessed by touching the model name at the top
left corner of the home screens in the Spektrum AirWare app. If RF is on, a
dialog box will appear to turn off RF. Touch and hold PROCEED to continue to
the Model Utilities menu.
Touch the ribbon across the top of the screen to view the available models by
type or to view all models together.
Ribbon
Expand
WARNING: Never
turn off RF during
flight. You will lose
control of your aircraft.
Use the Model Utilities Screen to:
•Select a Different Model
•Add a New Model
•Import Models
•Export Models
•Sort Model List
Expanded
menu options
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SELECT A DIFFERENT MODEL
The active model appears in the model list with an orange outline around it.
To change the active model from the Model Utilities menu list:
1. Touch the model to be activated on menu list. The Model Details screen for
the selected model is displayed.
2. Touch SELECT/ACTIVATE MODEL to activate the model. A blue check
appears to indicate the model is active. All of the options for the model
within the Model Details are now available.
3. Press the back arrow ( ) at the top left of the screen to return to the
Model Utilities screen and again to exit to the home screen, or press and
hold the back arrow ( ) to return directly to the home screen.
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ADD A NEW MODEL
1. Touch the expand icon ( ) at the top right corner of the Model Utilities screen.
2. Select Add a New Model from the drop down menu.
3. Select Default or Template from the pop up menu. Use Default to create
a model using default values for all model settings. Use Template to start
from a model template that has been saved to the iX12 transmitter.
4. Select the desired model option and select Create to continue.
5. The iX12 will return to the Model Utilities screen and the new model will be
selected. Touch the new model to enter the Model Details screen or touch
the back arrow at the top left of the screen to return to the Dashboard.
TIP: Set up a generic model in each model type with desired switch
assignments, rates, curves, and other details; name the model, and save
it as a template. Future setups can be based on the saved template by
selecting Template during the process of adding a new model.
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IMPORT MODELS
To import models:
1. Touch the expand icon ( ) at the top right corner of the Model Utilities screen.
2. Select Import Models from the drop down menu.
3. Open the desired file(s); select Legacy if the file was created on a
non-Android, Spektrum AirWare transmitter.
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EXPORT MODELS
To export multiple models:
1. Touch the expand icon ( ) at the top right corner of the Model Utilities screen.
2. Select Export Models from the drop down menu.
3. Choose the file extension type. Select .ispm if the file is to be used on
another Android based, Spektrum AirWare equipped transmitter. Select
.spm if the file is going to be used on a non-Android, Spektrum AirWare
equipped transmitter.
4. Touch EXPORT.
5. An Android menu appears with several options to export the model file. This
list may vary depending on third party apps that are installed. Save the file
or transfer it via any option that allows file transfers.
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SORT MODEL LIST
To sort the order the models appear on the models list:
1. Touch the expand icon ( ) at the top right corner of the Model Utilities screen.
2. Touch Sort Model List.
3. Either select the A-Z or Z-A options to sort the entire models list
alphabetically or select a model to be moved. Use the arrows at the bottom
of the screen to move the selected model to the position desired on the list.
4. Press the back arrow at the top left of the screen to return to the Model
Utilities screen and again to exit to the main screen.
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MODEL DETAILS
Access the Model Details menu by touching to select a model from the Model
Utilities menu list. The model selected must be the active model for the full
menu to open. If it is not the active model, touch SELECT/ACTIVATE MODEL
to activate it.
Use the Model details menu to:
•Change the Model Name
•Change the Model Image
•Change the Monitor Channel Count
•Change the Setting To Dim the Display
•Adjust the Screen Brightness
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MODEL NAME
The selected model must be the active model to enable the option to change
the model name.
To change the selected model name:
1. Touch in the model name box. The
text input screen will appear.
2. Enter up to 20 characters.
3. Touch DONE to return to the Model
Details menu.
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MODEL IMAGE
The model image can be changed on any model from the model utilities list,
including models that are not active.
To change the model image:
1. Touch the model image.
2. Select an image from the stock
images or select PICK AN IMAGE
FROM THE GALLERY to choose a
file from the Android images gallery
folder.
Image files should be 266 x 164
pixels, however the system will
stretch the image file to fit. Image files should be saved in .jpg format.
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MONITOR CHANNEL COUNT
Select the number of channels to display on the main monitor screen.
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DIM THE DISPLAY
Define the automatic screen dim time after the screen has been left idle. The
dim feature is different than the inactivity alarm that warns the user the iX12 is
still powered on, but the sticks haven’t been moved.
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SCREEN BRIGHTNESS
Touch and drag up on the right side of the Model Details menu to scroll to
the bottom of the list. Touch and slide the circle along the bar to change the
screen brightness. This option can be changed independently for each model.
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EXPANDED MODEL DETAILS
Touch the expand icon ( ) at the top right corner of the Model Details screen
for a scrollable list of additional options. These options affect the selected
model and vary whether the model selected is active.
Options in the drop down menu include:
•Reset Model Timer
•Duplicate Model
•Reset Model
•Delete Model
•Export Model
•Save As Template
•Model Note
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RESET MODEL TIMER
Touch Reset Model Timer to reset the timer for the selected model.
DUPLICATE MODEL
Touch Duplicate Model to make a copy of the selected model as a new model.
RESET MODEL
Touch Reset Model to return all values of the selected model to the default values.
DELETE MODEL
Touch Delete Model to delete the model from the model list.
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EXPORT MODEL
To export the selected model file settings for use on a different transmitter:
1. Touch Export Model to export the selected model file.
2. Select the appropriate file extension.
•Select.ispm format to export a file compatible with other Android based
Spektrum AirWare transmitters. This format includes all settings from the
file being copied, except for the model image.
•Select.spm format to export a file compatible with standard Spektrum
transmitters. This format will not include audio, telemetry or timer settings.
3. Touch EXPORT. A list of connectivity options appears.
4. Save the file to a memory card in order to transfer it to another transmitter.
Model settings files do not include the model image. Transfer the image
directly from the image gallery in Android if desired.
TIP: Transfer Model Image files between two iX12 transmitters using
Bluetooth.
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SAVE AS TEMPLATE
Select Save As Template to save the selected model as a default model
template, which can be accessed any time a new model is created.
TIP: Establish a default for each model type to define switch positions,
text to speech features, telemetry configurations, rates and curves, or any
features commonly used on a given type of model.
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MODEL NOTE
Use this option to add notes to support the model. This can include setup
details, flight logs, fuel mixtures, etc.
To add a model note:
1. Touch and drag up in the expanded
Model Details list to scroll to the
bottom.
2. Touch Model Note.
3. Touch the text field to access the
text input screen.
4. Touch DONE when the note
is complete.
5. Touch the back arrow ( )to exit Model Note.
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BINDING
Binding is the process of linking the iX12 to an aircraft receiver. The iX12 is
compatible with genuine DSM2
®
and DSMX
®
Spektrum receiver products. The
EU version of the iX12 does not support DSM2 receiver products.
Access the Bind menu from the Model Setup menu or access it directly by
touching the BIND button on the Dashboard screen.
Touch Alerts to configure any alerts which occur during binding.
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SPEKTRUM FAILSAFE TYPES
Spektrum receivers use two types of failsafe modes, Smartsafe
with hold last
command and Preset. These are set on the receiver during the binding process.
•SmartSafe
failsafe mode keeps the receiver from powering the throttle
channel in the event an aircraft is powered on prior to the transmitter, thus
reducing the likelihood of an electric powered model accidentaly powering on
when no transmitter signal is present. After connection, in the event of a hold, the
throttle channel will be moved to the position set during bind. This failsafe mode
will hold other control inputs at the last known command until the transmitter/
receiver link is re-established. If the throttle control has been mapped to another
channel in the transmitter setup, use the Preset failsafe mode.
•Preset failsafe mode returns all control commands to the binding presets.
It is important to know how and when to use each of the failsafe modes.
Consult the receiver manual for information.
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BINDING AND PROGRAMMING FAILSAFE
Failsafe is configured when the transmitter and receiver go through the
binding process. When binding an aircraft, always follow these steps to ensure
the failsafe operates as expected in the unlikely event of a loss of radio link:
1. Move the throttle to the low or off position.
2. Set all other controls to the desired failsafe position.
3. Follow the receiver instructions to power the receiver on in bind mode.
4. From the iX12 transmitter Bind menu, touch and hold BIND until the
transmitter reports it is binding.
5. When the transmitter indicates binding was successful, power off the
receiver, according to the receiver instructions.
After the transmitter and receiver are bound, if the radio signal link is ever
lost between the transmitter and receiver, the receiver immediately moves the
aircraft control surfaces to the failsafe positions or holds position depending
on the type of failsafe set during bind.
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TESTING FAILSAFE
CAUTION: Make sure the aircraft is fully restrained on the ground. If the
failsafe is not set correctly, the aircraft might advance to mid or full
throttle. Always remove propellers or disengage motors from drive systems
when testing failsafe on electric power systems.
NOTICE: Failsafe features vary according to receiver. Always consult the
receiver instruction manual for failsafe features. Before flight, ALWAYS
confirm failsafe functions as expected.
The aircraft must be configured and binding complete prior to testing the
failsafe settings.
To test the function of the failsafe settings:
1. Power on the transmitter and receiver and confirm the controls function
properly.
2. Power off the RF signal on the transmitter by double clicking the power
button, switching off RF and touch and hold OK. The throttle and control
surfaces should immediately move to the expected failsafe positions or
hold position depending on the failsafe type set during bind. Throttle should
always be set to return to low throttle.
3. Restore the RF signal by double pressing the power button and selecting RF
on and touch and hold OK.
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AUTO SWITCH SELECT
Switches, sliders, trims and the rotary knob on the iX12 are all assignable.
Switches may be assigned for various functions, for example, assigning a dual
rate switch or activating throttle cut (shown below).
To assign a switch to a function:
1. Touch the “Switch” selection box.
Switch selection
2. Select the desired switch from the popup menu. A quicker alternative to
selecting the switch from the popup menu is to toggle the actual desired
switch while the popup menu is active. The switch will automatically be
assigned to the selected function.
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ACTIVE BUTTONS
Many of the iX12 menus include Active Buttons. These boxes represent switch
positions when the value or condition being shown will be active or inactive.
They can be selected and changed to solid orange, indicating the condition is
active in the that switch position.
In menus that include multiple curves,
each curve can be assigned to any
switch position. Select the curve then
touch the desired active button(s) to
assign which switch positions will use
the selected curve. Any of the curves can
be assigned to all or none of the switch
positions, but only one curve can be
assigned to each switch position.
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MODEL ADJUST
The Model Adjust menu contains features and adjustments that are used to
finalize the settings for a model configuration. Options in the Model Adjust
menu will vary depending on the model type selected during initial model
configuration and the aircraft type selected in the Model Setup menu.
The Model Adjust menu features common across model types include:
•Servo Setup
•Mixing
•Dual Rates and Expo
•Forward Programming
•Throttle Cut*
•Lap Timer
•Throttle Curve*
•Sequencer*
•AS3X*
•Video TX
* Does not appear or appears differently in the multirotor model type menu.
Model Adjust menu options specific to certain model types include, but are not
limited to:
Airplane Type
•Differential
•Flap System
Helicopter Type
•Pitch Curve
•Gyros
•Governor
•Tail Curve
Sailplane Type
•Camber Presets
•Camber System
•Pre-Configured Mixes
Multirotor Type
•Motor Cut
•Motor Curve
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SERVO SETUP
From the Model Adjust menu, touch
Servo Setup. The following setup sub
menus are available:
•Reverse
•Travel
•Sub Trim
•Speed
•Absolute Travel
•Balance
Touch the desired function in the ribbon
at the top of the screen to bring up the
corresponding setup sub menu.
Touch and drag on any of the sub menus
to scroll through the channel lists.
The Model Adjust menu can be accessed
at any time from the Servo Setup sub
menus by touching the back arrow ( ) .
CAUTION: After adjusting the
servo setup, always rebind the
transmitter and receiver to set the
failsafe position.
REVERSE
Use the Reverse menu to reverse the travel direction of any channel.
For example, if the elevator moves up and it should move down, reverse the
elevator channel travel direction.
To reverse a channel travel direction:
1. Select Reverse in the Servo Setup menu ribbon.
2. Touch the button next to the channel you wish to reverse.
If the throttle channel is reversed, a confirmation screen appears. Select
YES to reverse the channel. A second screen appears, reminding to re-bind
the transmitter to the receiver, at low throttle, to re-set the throttle failsafe.
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.
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TRAVEL
The Travel menu sets the travel or endpoints of the servo arm movement.
To adjust travel values:
1. Touch TRAVEL in the ribbon at the
top of the Servo Setup menu.
2. Select the high or low side of the
channel.
3. Touch the lock icon ( ) to adjust
both directions at the same time, if
desired, or adjust the Low and High
values independently.
4. Make adjustments by sliding the highlighted circle, touching the + or
buttons.
5. Touch OK to exit back to the main Travel menu.
IMPORTANT: ALT, ROL, PIT and YAW replace THR, AIL, ELE and RUD labels
respectively in multirotor to more closely reflect the flight axis of multirotor aircraft.
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SUB TRIM
The Sub Trim menu adjusts the servo travel center point.
To adjust sub trim values:
1. Touch SUB TRIM in the ribbon at the top of the Servo Setup menu.
2. Touch the number to the right of the desired channel to open the channel
sub trim menu. Changes can be made by sliding the highlighted circle or
touching the + or buttons.
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SPEED
The Speed menu slows the response time on any channel, such as landing
gear or flaps.
To adjust speed values:
1. Touch SPEED in the ribbon at the top of the Servo Setup menu.
2. Touch either the right or left side value of the desired channel to open the
channel Speed menu.
3. Slow the channel response by sliding the highlighted circle or using the
+ or buttons to change the time value. Each side of the servo travel has
independent speed adjustments.
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ABSOLUTE TRAVEL
The Absolute Travel menu limits the amount of travel on a channel, taking into
account all combinations of settings: travel, trim, rates, etc. The iX12 will not
drive the output past the absolute travel limit. Adjust the absolute travel value
to prevent servos from binding or over driving a control surface.
To adjust the absolute travel limit:
1. Touch ABSOLUTE TRAVEL in the ribbon at the top of the Servo Setup menu.
2. Touch the low or high values to adjust the limit value in the desired channel. The
low point can be adjusted from 1 to 1024, and the high point can be adjusted
from 1025 to 2048. Adjust the values independently or touch the lock icon ( )
to adjust both values together.
3. Touch OK to save the entered values and exit back to the
Absolute Travel sub menu.
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BALANCE
Balance is an adjustable curve on all channels to fine-tune the servo position
at up to 7 points along the curve.
Use Balance to:
•Reduce the effects of round servo horns so movement is more linear.
•Prevent binding when multiple servos are used on a single control surface.
•Match throttle response on twin engine aircraft.
•Ensure the swashplate on a helicopter remains level throughout the range of travel.
Balance is not intended to
be used to set travel, trim
and reversing changes, but
to fine-tune the range of
travel after those settings
have been defined.
Point
values
Curve
Selected
channel
To balance the servo output on a given channel:
1. Touch BALANCE in the ribbon at the top of the Servo Setup menu.
2. Select the desired channel to adjust.
3. Touch one of the seven values displayed below the curve. The number
value is highlighted along with the corresponding point on the curve.
4. Adjust the value using the + or buttons. The values for each point range
from -74 to 74. Touch CLEAR ALL to reset all values to 0.
5. Touch the back arrow ( ) or select another option in the Servo Setup
ribbon to exit Balance.
The Balance menu does not scale with travel or trim and the points are at
fixed locations on the range of travel.
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DUAL RATES AND EXPO
Dual Rates and Exponentials are available on the aileron, elevator and rudder
channels.
Dual rates are commonly used to set up models for different flight
performance. Dual rates cannot increase surface travel. They only reduce
travel. One rate setting for a control surface normally allows for full travel.
Other rate settings for that surface reduce the travel available. For example,
on an aerobatic model with large control surfaces, high rates are used to
deliver full control surface travel, which is useful for extreme aerobatics. Low
rates are used to reduce control travel, so control response is reasonable for
normal flight and landings.
Exponentials affect control sensitivity around center but have no effect on
overall travel. Positive exponential decreases the sensitivity around the center
of gimbal movement. Use a small amount of positive expo to compensate for
the rotation of the servo horn, achieving a more linear surface movement.
Adding more expo softens the control response toward center stick, making
smoother, more precise flight easier.
Program each control (rudder, elevator and aileron) individually.
To program dual rates and expo:
1. From the Model Adjust menu, touch
Dual Rates and Expo to open the
scrollable menu.
2. Touch the Channel button to select
the control to adjust.
3. Touch the Switch button to select
the desired switch. Select On for
the switch selection to define only
one rate and expo setting for the
control selected.
4. Adjust the travel rates for each
switch position. Each rate number
affects one side of the servo travel
from the center. 100% results in
full travel. A 50% rate results in
50% of full travel. Touch the lock
icon ( ) to adjust both values
together or separately.
5. Touch OK to save the values.
6. Adjust the expo value for each
switch position. Touch the lock
icon ( ) to adjust both values
together or separately. Adding
positive expo makes the control less
sensitive around the center. Adding
negative expo makes the control
more sensitive around the center.
7. Touch OK to save the values.
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THROTTLE CUT
Program the Throttle Cut function to ensure the motor is off when the throttle
cut is activated.
To program Throttle Cut:
1. From the Model Adjust menu, touch Throttle Cut.
2. Assign a switch to throttle cut either by choosing the switch from the popup
menu or by using auto switch selection. The numbered boxes give a visual
representation of which switch position throttle cut will activate. The shaded
box indicates throttle cut is active. These boxes can be changed to on or off
by touching them once. The gray bar under the boxes indicates the current
position of the active switch. Always have at least one switch position “on”
and at least one “off for the throttle cut to function as intended.
3. Assign the throttle cut position. The default setting is -130.
4. Assign the Delay value. The default time is 0.00s to give an immediate
throttle cutoff when activated.
5. Check the functionality of the throttle cut by watching the throttle channel
in the monitor on the left side of the screen.
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THROTTLE CURVE
Creating and fine-tuning a throttle curve is one of the last steps in preparing a new
aircraft for flight. Ensure all other controls are set up and functioning correctly and
the model is safely secured prior to starting the engine.
Some models may exhibit rapid RPM change from low to half throttle input and
very little change in RPM from half to full throttle input. Throttle Curve is used to
achieve a linear throttle response to control input over the full range of throttle
stick movement.
To create a throttle curve:
1. From the Model Adjust menu,
touch Throttle Curve.
2. Select a switch or On to enable
the throttle curve. Multiple curves
can be configured on a switch
to provide multiple throttle curve
options. Select On to select only
one curve.
On the graph, the horizontal axis
represents the movement of the
throttle stick. The vertical axis
represents the throttle output.
A black + indicates the current
throttle stick position.
3. Touch and drag up the right side of the screen to view the value of each
point on the curve. The point values do not appear until the curve is
enabled in Step 2.
4. Move the throttle stick up and down. A gray bar appears to the left of the
point value associated with the throttle stick position.
5. Touch the point value box for any point that requires adjustment. A slider
and + and appear to adjust the point position up or down on the graph.
6. Touch OK when the selected curve point is in the desired position.
7. Switch Expo on to smooth the curve between points.
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ADDING AND DELETING CURVE POINTS
A maximum of 7 points, at a minimum of 10% apart, are available on the
throttle curve.
To add a curve point:
1. Move the throttle stick to the
desired position for the new point.
2. Touch and drag on the right side of
the screen to scroll to the bottom of
the curve point list.
3. Touch and hold the Add Pt button
until it changes to orange, then
release.
To delete a curve point:
1. Move the throttle stick to the
position of the point to be deleted.
2. Touch and drag on the right side of
the screen to scroll to the bottom of
the curve point list.
3. Touch and hold the Add Pt button
until it changes to orange, then
release.
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HELI, SAIL AND MULTIROTOR THROTTLE CURVE
In Heli Model Type, throttle curves are tied to the various flight modes. Each
flight mode has a different throttle curve which must be set up individually.
Throttle curves are called Motor Curves in Sailplane and Multirotor menus.
When the Sailplane Model Type, the motor must be assigned a stick or switch
for the Motor Curve menu to appear in Model Adjust.
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THROTTLE HOLD
Throttle Hold must be enabled in Model Setup, Flight Mode Setup by selecting
a Hold Switch.
Once enabled, Hold appears as one of the flight mode options in the Throttle
Curve and Pitch Curve menus. The throttle hold flight mode has two main
components, the throttle curve and the pitch curve. Setting the Hold throttle
curve at a constant value (flat curve), establishes the idle or power off setting.
The pitch curve is a dedicated curve set up to allow for autorotations.
The throttle hold should be programmed for zero throttle for electric
helicopters, and engine idle speed for fuel powered models.
Throttle hold serves three purposes for heli pilots:
1. Model helicopters can be extremely dangerous if the throttle is
inadvertently bumped. Throttle hold is used when the helicopter is being
prepared for flight. The general rule is never exit throttle hold until the
model is ready for flight and the pilot is at a safe distance.
2. Throttle Hold is used for intentional autorotations where the pilot can
practice the maneuver of landing the helicopter without power, using the
potential energy of the model.
3. Throttle Hold is a safeguard when things go wrong.
TIP: Always fly with a finger on the throttle hold switch and be prepared to
activate it at any moment in case of an out of control model or unexpected
obstacle in the flight path. Activating throttle hold immediately eliminates
power to the rotor blades. Always activate throttle hold prior to a crash to
help limit damage to the aircraft components.
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PRACTICAL THROTTLE CURVE EXAMPLE
The following is a step-by-step example of creating a throttle curve for a
gas-powered airplane. Use similar steps to set up any aircraft.
1. Start the engine.
2. Using a tachometer, find the RPM range. Subtract the idle RPM from the full
speed RPM to get the RPM range.
3. Divide the RPM range in half. Add the half RPM value to the idle RPM for the
half RPM speed.
4. Find the throttle value that delivers the half RPM speed.
5. Adjust the center point on the throttle curve to the half RPM value.
Every point along the curve can be adjusted similarly to find the exact throttle
value for each point in the range. Ensure the curve transitions smoothly
through the center point to deliver a smooth response through the RPM range.
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VIDEO TX
Spektrum control signals include a special command system to manage
frequencies and power output on video transmitters. Compatible video
transmitters can be managed from this menu by connecting a signal wire from
the aircraft receiver to the video transmitter. See the video transmitter manual
for more information.
To apply changes to the video transmitter from the iX12:
1. Power on the video transmitter and ensure it is properly connect to the
aircraft receiver.
2. From the Model Adjust menu, touch Video Tx.
3. Adjust the Band, Channel frequency, Power level and Mode to the desired values.
Pit mode sets the video transmitter output to very low power for testing in
the pits. Do not attempt to fly using pit mode.
Race mode sets the video transmitter output to normal power.
4. Press SEND to apply the changes. The video transmitter must be properly
connected and powered on to apply changes.
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MIXING
Use one of several pre-configured mixes or choose an open Programmable, or
P-Mix, to link two control outputs to one control input.
Mixing functions support:
•Mixing one channel to another channel.
•Mixing a channel to itself.
•Assigning offset to a channel.
•Linking primary channel trim to
secondary channel trim.
These pre-configured mixes are available for each model memory:
•Rudder to Aileron/Elevator (ACRO)
•Aileron to Rudder (ACRO)
•Elevator to Flap (ACRO)
•Swashplate (HELI)
•Cyclic to Throttle (HELI)
•Aileron>Rudder (SAIL)
•Aileron>Flap (SAIL)
•Elevator>Flap (SAIL)
•Flap>Elevator (SAIL)
In addition to the pre-configured mixes, twelve programmable mixes are
available.
To activate a pre-configured mix:
1. From the Mixing menu, select the desired pre-configured mix.
2. Choose a switch and active position to control the mix or choose
the On option to have the mix always active.
3. Touch in one of the value boxes to
open the options.
4. Adjust the mix values by sliding the
circle right or left on the bar or by
touching the + or . Touch the lock
icon ( ) to adjust both values
simultaneously.
5. Touch OK to save the settings when
the adjustments are complete.
To activate a P-Mix:
1. From the Mixing menu, select the desired available P-Mix.
2. Choose either Normal or Curved mix type.
The Normal mix uses a rate value to define a linear, proportional mix.
The Curved mix is a ratio based on a flexible curve with user assigned points.
3. Select a channel for input and target. THR > ELE, for example, makes
throttle the input and elevator the target channel.
4. Select a Switch or On to activate the mix. After the switch is selected,
the rate values will appear.
Input Target
5. If using the Normal mix type,
enter the rate values (i.e., the pre-
configured mixes). If using the
Curved mix type, touch in each
point value box to change the curve
point position.
6. Slide the circle along the bar to the
desired value.
7. Touch OK to save the setting for
each point.
To add more points on the curve:
1. Swipe to the bottom of the options on the right side of the screen.
2. Move the input axis until the black + on the graph is in the desired point
location on the horizontal axis.
3. Touch the Add Pt button. The Curved mix type supports up to seven points
on the mix curve.
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OFFSET
Change the Offset value to move the effective center position of the target
channel. Positive or negative value determines the direction of the offset.
Offset is not available for curve mixes.
TRIM
Switch Trim on to control the target channel trim value with the input channel
trim input.
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COMBO MIXING
Combination Mixing creates AND/OR mixing. AND mixing occurs where two
conditions must occur to activate the mix. OR mixing occurs when the mix will
activate if either of two conditions occurs.
To program Combination Mixing:
1. Activate a programmable mix.
2. Select Combo Sw. in the switch
selection popup menu. The Combo
options appear. Touch and drag the
right side of the screen, if necessary,
to see the Combo options.
3. Select the desired switch and
active switch position for Switch 1.
The mix is Active when the switch
position box is filled.
4. Select the Relation (OR, AND)
5. Select the desired switch and active
switch position for Switch 2. The
mix is active when the switch position
box is filled. The Status switch at the
bottom of the screen gives a visual
method to check the mix status with
the various switch positions.
6. Press the back arrow ( ) to save
the combo mix.
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UNDERSTANDING MIXING
0.5% mixing values and back mixing are functions built in to the mixing
programming and work seamlessly with the various types of mixing available.
0.5 MIXING VALUES
IMPORTANT: This function is only available in the default RUD > AIL/ELE
mix in aircraft model type.
When adjusting the mix values near center (between 10 and -10), 0.5% mix
values are available for fine adjustment capability.
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BACK MIXING
Back Mixing applies to all related servos in a multi servo Aileron/Flapped wing
or a multi servo split elevator. Creating a mix to RAL (Right Aileron) or LAL
(Left Aileron) will create different results and enable you to use fewer mixes to
achieve the desired response.
Example 1: Creating a mix AIL > RAL will move the ailerons in opposite
directions. Creating a mix AIL > LAL will move the ailerons in the same direction.
Example 2: Creating a mix ELE > REL will move the elevator halves together.
Creating a mix ELE > LEL will move the elevator halves in the opposite
direction (tailerons).
IMPORTANT: Be sure the the ailerons and/or elevators are plugged into the
correct left/right port for this function to work.
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SAILPLANE PRE-CONFIGURED MIXES
When Sailplane is selected as the model type, the iX12 will pre-configure
four commonly used mixes. For the following mixes, it is normal to set the
offset close to or at the end point because of the geometry of sailplane flap
servo linkages. It is also normal to use a significant amount of trim on the flap
channels to center the control surfaces with these configurations.
Aileron to Rudder (AIL > RUD)
The Aileron to Rudder mix is commonly used for coordinated turns. When
active, as aileron is applied, the rudder moves in the same direction as the
turn (right aileron input results in right rudder output). If Switch is assigned
to Flight Mode, a second Switch option allows an additional switch to be
assigned to activate up to three aileron to rudder mixes for each flight mode.
Aileron to Flap (AIL > FLP)
The Aileron to Flap mix allows the entire trailing edge of the wing (aileron and
flap) to operate as ailerons. When active, as aileron is applied, the flaps also
move. Always program the flaps to move in the same direction as the turn
(right aileron input moves the flaps as right ailerons).
Elevator to Flap (ELE > FLP)
Elevator to Flap mix creates additional lift, allowing a tighter turn. The entire
trailing edge of the wing (aileron and flap) operates as flaps (camber increase)
when elevator is applied.
An offset is provided, which is typically used for Snap Flaps. With Snap Flap,
no Elevator to Flap mix occurs until the offset value is reached. Typically, this
offset is at 70% up elevator. Beyond 70% up elevator, the down flap mix
activates, providing additional lift for aggressive turning (e.g., in tight thermals
or racing turns).
Flap to Elevator (FLP > ELE)
Flap to Elevator mix prevents pitch up tendency that occurs when Crow or
Butterfly mixing is applied. This mix is typically used only with the Camber
System. The Flap to Elevator mix operates as a curve so the elevator response
can be matched to specific points in the spoiler stick travel. This enables the
pilot to ensure the elevator compensation is correct throughout the flap range.
For sailplanes with ailerons/tips/flaps, ensure an appropriate Sailplane Type is
selected in Model Setup so that tips appear in the transmitter as RAIL and LAIL.
Decrease or increase travel on the tip ailerons by creating an AIL > RAIL mix.
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FORWARD PROGRAMMING
Compatible with specific Spektrum products only. Features and use are
product specific. Refer to the connected device manual for programming
instructions.
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SEQUENCER
The Sequencer can manage two independent functions activated by a single
switch. For example, the gear switch could be assigned to operate the landing gear
doors and retractable landing gear. Time delays can be added within a sequence to
adjust both when and the speed at which each event takes place. The Sequencer
makes it possible to manage opening and closing the landing gear doors with the
correct timing to prevent hitting the wheels, all with a flip of the gear switch.
Two built-in sequencers are set up for different styles of gear doors. A third
sequencer is left open for any application.
•Door Cycle/Wheels: for P-51 style gear doors where the gear doors open
first, the retractable landing gear cycles in or out, and the door closes.
•Door Basic/Wheels: for gear door systems that require the door to stay open
with the landing gear.
These values are only meant to serve as a baseline and are defaults, but any
of the three sequences can be re-named and fully reconfigured.
The total time for the sequence is shown along the horizontal axis of the
graph. The output channel position is shown on the vertical axis. The vertical
axis is scaled from -100 to 100 based on the travel adjustment set in the
servo setup menu. Each channel has its own independent timeline.
To set a sequencer:
1. Determine the total time for the gear sequence, forward and reverse.
2. Assign a switch to activate the sequence.
3. Assign sequence times for how long the sequence should take, forward
and reverse.
4. Swipe up and assign relevant channels. The name of the channels can
be changed. These assigned names will appear in the Servo Setup and
Channel Assign menus.
5. Set each channel to Proportional or Step.
Proportional will allow a smooth transition between points.
Step will make an instant change from one point to the next.
6. Swipe up to see the timeline.
7. Touch the percentage values along the top of the timeline to set the output
positions along the timeline for each channel.
Sequencers can also be configured to manage a mix. For example, with
retractable nose wheel steering applications, the steering mix can be disabled
when retracted and activated when the wheels are down. During the transition
when the wheels are coming down, the nose wheel steering should be
disabled until the gear is fully down.
Assign the related sequence first. When the mix is configured, the sequence
can be selected in the drop down list for the switch selection.
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AS3X
To use this feature, the Telemetry menu must first be configured for use with AS3X
®
technology in Model Setup, and the iX12 must be bound to a compatible AS3X
receiver that has been configured for remote gain. Receiver configuration is done
separately from the iX12 setup. Refer to the receiver manual for more information.
When using a compatible AS3X receiver (AR636, AR6335, AR7350, AR9350, etc.),
the AS3X menu allows:
•Gains to be adjusted from the transmitter
•Selection of the gain adjustment input
switch
•Selection of the channel through which
gain adjustments are made
•Selection of the flight mode switch
•Real time display of gain values for Roll,
Pitch and Yaw
The AS3X Gains menu displays the following for each flight mode:
Axis
Rate: Rate gain values
Heading: Heading gain values
Actual: The current gain value taking into account the priority gain and the
stick position of that channel
Gain: Represents the gain channel output position. This number is the
percentage of the preset gain the receiver is using. 100 will pass
through the full gain setting, 50 in this value would mean the receiver
is using 50% of the gains set in the receiver configuration. The Gains
value affects all axis, heading hold and rate gains that are assigned as
RELATIVE. This value can only reduce the gain from the value set in the
receiver configuration, it cannot raise the gain above the preset value.
Input: Allows the selection of either the L or R Trim switches to adjust the gain.
Channel: Must correspond to the channel selected in the AS3X application in
the FM Channel Assignment screen
Switch: Selects the switch on the transmitter that is used to select the flight
modes in the AS3X system. AS3X and Flight Mode share a switch
assignment. Assigning a switch in the AS3X menu will set the Flight
Mode switch assignment. Conversely, assigning a switch in the Flight
Mode menu will set the switch assignment in the AS3X menu.
Relative (REL) must be selected in the AS3X application gain screen to allow
adjustable gain from the transmitter.
To configure the AS3X functions:
1. Configure the receiver for remote gain using the AS3X application.
In the receiver configuration, each axis under every flight mode must be set
to RELATIVE (REL) to connect that gain value to the remote gain channel.
Leaving gain settings as ABSOLUTE (ABS) during the setup will mean the
gain values are fixed and will not be affected by the remote gain channel.
2. With the aircraft powered on and bound to the iX12, enter the Telemetry
menu in Model Setup and select Auto-Config to set up the telemetry to
work with AS3X.
3. From Model Adjust, enter the AS3X menu. This menu is scrollable by
touching and dragging up or down to show additional information.
4. If not already done in the Flight Mode menu, assign Switch to the desired
switch.
5. Select the appropriate gain channel to match the assignment during the
receiver setup.
6. Select the Input switch between the L or R trim switch. This switch will
make the actual gain changes.
7. Assign gain values for each flight mode switch position.
8. Confirm any changes made with the assigned switch result in gain
reductions in the related fields in the telemetry feedback display.
WARNING: Always confirm control surface directions and gyro
response after making any changes to AS3X receivers. Always perform
a thorough pre-flight inspection to catch incorrect control surface
configurations prior to flight.
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DIFFERENTIAL
The Differential menu allows for an increase or a decrease in the amount of
differential travel between aileron control surfaces. By reducing the amount of
aileron surface travel in one direction, differential helps eliminate adverse yaw
from the application of aileron control.
The Differential menu option only appears when any multi aileron servo wing
type is selected in Aircraft Type in the Model Setup menu.
To adjust the Differential:
1. From the Model Adjust menu, touch Differential.
2. Set Switch to On to use a single value for differential, or assign a switch
from the popup menu.
3. Touch the value box to adjust
the differential value. A positive
differential value decreases the
amount of down aileron travel
of both ailerons. A negative
differential value decreases the
amount of up aileron travel of
both ailerons. A setting of 100
eliminates down travel entirely. A setting of –100 eliminates up travel.
Selecting 50 or –50 reduces the down or up travel by half.
4. When the value is set, touch OK to save the setting.
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V-TAIL DIFFERENTIAL
The V-Tail Differential menu allows for increasing or decreasing the amount of
differential between tail control surface throws.
This menu option only appears when V-Tail A or V-Tail B is selected in
Aircraft Type in Model Setup.
To adjust the V-tail differential:
1. From the Model Adjust menu, touch V-Tail Differential.
2. Set Switch to On to use a single value for differential, or assign a switch
from the popup menu.
3. Touch the value box to adjust
the differential value. A positive
differential value decreases the
amount of down travel of both tail
surfaces. A negative differential
value decreases the amount of
up travel of both tail surfaces. A
setting of 100 eliminates down
travel entirely. A setting of –100 eliminates up travel. Selecting 50 or –50
reduces the down or up travel by half.
4. When the value is set, touch OK to save the setting.
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FLAP SYSTEM
The Flap System menu enables flap programming as well as flap to elevator
mixing. To make the Flap System menu available, choose a wing that includes
flaps in Aircraft Type in the Model Setup menu. Settings include: switch input,
flap position, elevator mix value, and speed of movement. This menu may be
scrollable depending on how many switch positions are applied.
To program the Flap System:
1. From Model Adjust, touch Flap System.
2. Touch the Switch input box to select the desired switch or Flight Mode.
TIP: If an analog input device is selected (stick, slider or knob), the flaps
will not operate in direct response to moving the input. Using an analog
input for the flap system is similar to analog switch setup.
3. Touch the POS value boxes to assign the flap travel values for each switch
position.
4. If necessary, add any required elevator mixing for each of the switch positions
by touching in the Elev value box and sliding the circle along the bar. This
pre-defined mix compensates for pitch changes that occur when the flaps
are deployed. The elevator compensation should be tuned so the model
maintains level flight at each flap position. Touch OK to save the value.
5. Adjust the flap speed to slow the flap movement for more realistic
operation or to help prevent a rapid change in flight characteristics when
the flaps are deployed. Flap speed options range from 0.0 to 360 seconds.
The value selected is the amount of time it will take for the flaps to move
from one switch position to the next. When the desired time is entered,
touch OK to save the value.
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PITCH CURVE
The Pitch Curve menu is available by default for helicopter model types. Pitch
curves are tied to the flight modes because they are often tied to complicated
mixes. The graph represents how the pitch output command will respond to the
pitch stick movements. On the graph, the horizontal axis represents the movement
of the throttle stick, and the vertical axis represents the pitch command. Each flight
mode has a different Pitch Curve, which must be set up individually.
To set up a pitch curve:
1. From Model Adjust, touch Pitch Curve to open the scrollable menu.
2. Touch the value box for each point to adjust the value. Increase or decrease
the value to achieve the desired pitch output at that stick position.
3. Touch OK after changing each point value to save the value setting.
4. To add points to the curve, move the throttle stick to the desired position
along the curve. Touch the Add Pt button at the bottom of the menu.
5. To delete points from the curve, move the throttle stick over the point to be
deleted. Touch the Del Pt button at the bottom of the menu.
6. Activate Expo, if desired, to smooth the curve to prevent abrupt change in
pitch response.
7. Touch the back ( ) arrow to return to the Model Adjust menu.
A pitch curve is also available for Acro models. The Acro pitch curve operates
in the same manner as the helicopter pitch curve, but can be assigned to any
stick, switch, or flight mode.
To activate the Acro pitch curve:
1. From Model Setup, touch Aircraft Type.
2. Touch and sweep up to scroll to the bottom of the menu.
3. Touch Extra Options.
4. Activate Pitch Curve.
5. Touch the back arrow ( ) to return to Model Setup.
6. Touch Channel Assign.
7. Touch RX PORT ASSIGNMENT.
8. Assign the pitch output by selecting an open receiver port and choosing
Pitch from the popup list.
9. From Model Adjust, touch Pitch Curve. Assign a switch and program the
pitch curve using the same steps as the heli programming above.
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SWASHPLATE
The Swashplate menu applies to models that require swashplate mixing at
the transmitter. Swashplate is available when the Model Type is Helicopter and
the Swashplate Type is set to anything other than Normal in Model Setup. This
menu manages swashplate mixes not commonly used with flybarless control
systems, which handle mixing on the model.
WARNING: Ensure the power system cannot engage during setup.
Below is a common 3D swashplate setup for models using swashplate mixes:
1. From Model Setup, touch
Swashplate Type to select the
correct swashplate type.
2. Adjust servo horn positions so they are
neutral at center stick (zero pitch).
3. Connect the linkages with the collective
pitch stick centered (zero pitch).
4. Adjust the servo to swashplate
linkages so the swashplate is level.
5. Adjust the rotor head linkages so mixing arms are neutral and the blades
are at zero pitch when the collective pitch stick is centered.
6. Use servo reversing to ensure the swashplate is moving correctly for each
control input. At this step, the swashplate does not have to respond in the
correct direction, but it is critical it tilts correctly with pitch and roll and
moves up and down with pitch.
7. Change the values in the
Swashplate menu to manage the
direction of the swashplate.
Change the value to negative
to reverse the function. The
percentage value represents travel.
A small amount of trim is
acceptable to find the neutral point
of each servo. Make fine trim changes mechanically for neutral at zero
pitch. Avoid using the Servo Setup menu for trim and travel changes with
swashplate mixes enabled.
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ELECTRONIC E-RING
Electronic E-Ring prevents over driving servos by limiting servo travel if the
sum of your cyclic and pitch inputs exceeds servo limits.
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GYRO
Gyro options for Heli and Acro model types are considerably different.
HELI GYRO
The Gyro menu is enabled to manage tail gyro gain when the Model Type is
set to Helicopter.
Touch Switch to select a switch or On.
The number of gyro gain positions will
correlate to the switch chosen. If On
is selected, only one position is set.
Select a channel to assign to the gain;
this is the channel the gain signal from
the gyro needs to be plugged into on
the receiver. Most gyros will use one
side of gain channel for heading hold and the opposite side for rate mode.
Consult the gyro manual for more information.
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ACRO GYRO
Unlike Heli configurations, Acro Gyro menus use a curve mix to enable the
pilot to achieve the expected flight response. It is common to use the gyro
menu to mix gain values so deflecting the control stick reduces the gain,
preventing the gyro from fighting flight commands. Gyro menus for the acro
model type must be enabled in the Aircraft Type Menu under Extra Options.
Each gyro menu is intended to be used for one axis of the aircraft.
Gyro Type defines how the curve will respond depending on gyro functionality.
The Heli gyro type is used when a helicopter style heading hold gyro control input
method is used. For these curves the numbers range from -100 to 100. This is
normally used to provide two functions (rate or heading hold). Selecting a positive
or negative number defines the mode
as heading hold or rate mode. The value
serves as the gain setting for tuning the
gyro response. For example, in heli gyro
mode -50 and 50 are both 50 percent
gain, but one will be heading hold and
one will be rate mode. Gyro features vary
between products, so consult the gyro
manual for more information.
The Aircraft type is intended for use with certain rate-mode-only airplane gyros
that read the full signal range of zero to 100. This selection will change how the
curve is laid out in the CURVE sub menu.
Input channel Output channel
To program an ACRO, aircraft type gyro:
1. Touch CURVE to open the custom curve mix.
2. Assign the input channel for the gyro. For example, if the gyro is installed to
assist the aileron channel, select Aileron.
3. Assign the output channel for the gyro, for example, the Gear channel.
The gain signal from the gyro must be plugged into the designated port to
function properly; in this case, the gear port.
4. Add the desired gyro gain values to the points on the curve.
5. To add more points on the curve, move the master control input to the
desired location for the new point on the curve, and touch the Add Pt button.
6. Assign the switch positions to activate the gyro curve. The curve is active
when the box is solid.
Pilots will often set the value in the center of the curve at a high gain value.
The gain is usually reduced to zero with full input at both ends of the travel.
As the input is moved the gain is quickly reduced. This way the gyro provides
stability at center stick and corrects less when the pilot makes control inputs.
This concept helps gyro corrections feel more natural and less robotic.
Assign curves for each flight mode and each gyro axis.
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GOVERNOR
The Governor menu is available when the model type is set to Helicopter.
Governors and rev limiters attempt to manage the rotor speed of the
helicopter. How the governors function can vary greatly. Consult the governor
manual for more information.
•Some governors dictate headspeed using the throttle signal exclusively. This
is fairly common for electric helicopters. The Governor menu is not neces-
sary for these configurations. The throttle curves and flight modes will de-
liver the features necessary.
•Other governors dictate headspeed using the throttle signal and a flight
mode or gain signal. The Governor menu manages this gain signal. Select
the gain channel and each flight mode (stunt mode) will have a value that
can be assigned to the gain channel.
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TAIL CURVE
Helicopters without a heading hold gyro will experience inconsistent tail
performance. When throttle is applied, the tail will swing one way and then
another with reduced power. Tail curves are used to compensate for torque
at various points in the throttle range. Tail curves are commonly tied to flight
modes and tuned to match each mode after the pitch and throttle curves
are set. The tail curve mix is not required with most modern helicopter flight
control systems.
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CAMBER PRESET
The Camber Preset menu is activated when the model type is set to Sailplane
and when one of the multi-servo wing types is selected in Sailplane Type in
the Model Setup menu. The Camber Preset function allows for programming
of the ailerons, flaps (if assigned), wing tips (if assigned) and elevator for a
specific position in each flight mode. If flight modes are not active, only one
preset position is available and is always active.
Move the flight mode switch to
the desired position to change the
camber preset values.
The Speed setting enables the control surfaces to transition over a period of
time, up to 120 seconds, when the flight mode is changed.
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CAMBER SYSTEM
The Camber System menu is activated when the model type is set to
Sailplane and when one of the multi-servo aileron wing types is selected in
Sailplane Type in the Model Setup menu. The Camber System allows camber
adjustment in flight and is used as the braking system. Each flight mode
can have the camber system assigned differently and can use different
input controls for each. Pilots often use the spoiler stick to manage lift with
precision, deploying crow in a manageable way to slow the sailplane while
maintaining effective control authority to prevent the aircraft from stalling.
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IN-FLIGHT CAMBER CONTROL
Each flight mode can have an independent configuration with different offsets
and travel. Some flight modes may have a small range of camber (drooped
trailing edge), while others may have a small range of reflex (raised trailing
edge). Common practice is to have some flight modes utilize a small amount
of travel for fine trailing edge control and some flight modes to use a large
amount of travel to act as flaps.
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IN-FLIGHT BRAKING
In-flight braking requires simultaneous flap and aileron deployment in order
to create drag and slow the aircraft. These complicated mixing functions are
often referred to as Crow or Butterfly. Crow is a flight mode where the flaps
deploy and the ailerons reflex upward. The sailplane is put into a steep dive
before crow is deployed, and even the fastest, most streamlined sailplanes
can be landed slowly, with precision.
To achieve crow functionality, the pre-configured flap-to-aileron mix is used
to raise the ailerons when the flaps deploy. Ensure the mix is configured
correctly. See the Mixing, Back Mixing section for more information.
For example, a basic 3 flight mode setup on an electric sailplane with a 4
servo wing may be configured so that:
•In launch mode:
The spoiler stick operates the motor as a throttle stick for the motor.
Camber is controlled from a slider and is mixed to ailerons so the flaps and
ailerons work together as flaps.
The range of the camber movement is limited from neutral to a few degrees
of camber.
•In cruise mode:
The motor is disabled using the Motor Cut menu set to the flight mode.
The spoiler stick controls the camber.
- The flaps are mixed to the ailerons so they act together.
- The camber is neutral at center stick.
- At high stick, a few degrees of reflex is produced to increase speed when
sink is encountered.
- Low stick produces moderate camber to manage lift.
In this mode aileron to flap mixing delivers full span ailerons, and elevator to
flap mixing makes elevator response aggressive.
•In land mode:
The motor is disabled using the motor cut menu.
The spoiler stick deploys crow.
- At high stick the camber is neutral.
- As the stick is moved down, the flaps are dropped and the ailerons are
reflexed up.
- A flap to elevator mix provides down elevator as the crow is applied to
compensate for pitch changes.
- At low stick the flaps may be nearly 90 degrees and the ailerons are fully raised.
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CAMBER SYSTEM PROGRAMMING
To program the Camber System:
1. Configure all of the flight modes before beginning the camber system
programming.
2. Touch Camber System from the Model Adjust menu.
3. Select the flight mode to program. Moving the flight mode switch changes
the flight mode indicated at the top of the menu.
4. Select an Input for the selected
flight mode.
5. Set an Offset value if desired. Offset
may be required to compensate
for the geometry of sailplane flap
servos.
6. Set the Up and Down values for the control surfaces.
The up value defines the upper side of the surface travel.
The down value defines the lower end of the surface travel.
7. Select the next flight mode and program it according to Steps 4–6.
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MODEL SETUP
The Model Setup menu features are used for basic aircraft setup
configuration. The menu list varies by model type.
The Model setup menu list includes:
•Bind
•Timers
•Frame Rate
•Telemetry
•Analog Switch Setup
•Sleep Mode
•Trainer
•Digital Switch Setup
•Range Test
•Audio Events
•Model Start Warnings
•Aircraft Type (ACRO, MULTI)
•Swash Type (HELI)
•Sail Type (SAILPLANE)
•Trim Setup (ACRO, MULTI, HELI)
•Trim/Channel Config (MULTI)
•Flight Mode Setup
•Serial Port Setup
•Channel Assign
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BIND
Binding is the process of linking the iX12 to an aircraft receiver. The iX12 is
compatible with genuine DSM2
®
and DSMX
®
Spektrum receiver products.
Access the Bind menu from the Model Setup menu or access it directly by
touching the BIND button on the Dashboard screen.
Touch Alerts to configure any alerts that occur during binding.
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TIMERS
The Timers menu offers two configurable on-screen timers and the integrated
timers along the ribbon at the top of the screen. Each model type has its
own default timer assignment. See the Model Type Defaults section for more
information.
Timers 1 and 2 are independent from each other and are freely assignable.
Each timer can be activated and configured or disabled.
The integrated timers record the time the model has clocked as well as the
total time the iX12 system has clocked. Reset them by selecting the RESET
button.
To configure a timer:
1. From Model Setup, touch Timers.
2. Touch TIMER 1 or 2 along the top ribbon. Menu options for these two
timers are identical.
3. Set the Enabled button to on to enable the selected timer.
4. Name the timer if desired.
5. Select Stopwatch or Countdown.
Stopwatch: counts up from zero at start.
Countdown: counts down from a user defined time at start.
6. If Countdown is selected, the start time (Minutes and Seconds) can be
changed. The default setting is 5 minutes.
7. Touch the Switch selection button. If an analog input device is selected, touch
the Over Under selection button. Over Under defines if the timer is running
when the input device is over or
under the Trigger value. Touch the
Trigger selection button to set the
trigger value. For example, Throttle
Stick is the default switch for Acro
and is set to trigger when the throttle
is over 25%. Moving throttle below
25% will stop the timer.
8. One Time can be selected if the timer continues counting once started,
regardless of the input.
9. Touch the Timer Alerts button to set audio and vibration alerts.
Timer Control Alerts: Announce when the timer starts, stops, or resets.
Alerts: Can be set to report at timed intervals. These alerts are pre-
configured with Macros for basic text-to-speech reporting. The spoken
alerts can be changed at these trigger points by changing the text.
See Macros in the Audio Events section for more information.
TIP: Touch one the clock icons ( ) in the Timer displays on the Dashboard
screen to directly access the Timers menu. Press and hold the Dashboard
timer display to reset the timer.
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FRAME RATE
The Frame Rate menu gives options for frame rates and DSM type.
The frame rate options are 22ms or 11ms. Always use 22ms with analog
servos; 11ms settings require digital servos or direct communication with the
Spektrum serial signal (e.g., a flight controller).
Always use DSMX if the receiver is compatible with DSMX
®
technology.
DSM2 may be used with DSM2 only receivers. DSM2
®
technology is not
available in the European version of the iX12.
CAUTION: Never fly in an area with more than 40 active 2.4GHz
transmitters while using DSM2 technology.
DSMX technology has been tested to support at least 100 DSMX radio control
systems in use at the same time.
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SPEKTRUM TELEMETRY
Telemetry options on the iX12 require compatible telemetry devices. Some
telemetry devices offer limited telemetry options. DSMX Ultra Micro Aircraft
will report RF performance, but do not have further telemetry options.
SPMTM1000 TM1000 DSMX Full-Range Aircraft Telemetry Module
SPMAR6600T 6-Channel Air Integrated Telemetry Receiver
SPMAR6270T 6-Channel Carbon Fuse Integrated Telemetry Receiver
SPMAR8010T 8-Channel Air Integrated Telemetry Receiver
SPMAR9030T 9-Channel Air Integrated Telemetry Receiver
SPMAR9320T 9-Channel Carbon Fuse Telemetry Receiver
SPMAR9140T 9-Channel PowerSafe Integrated Telemetry Receiver
SPMAR12310T 12-Channel PowerSafe Integrated Telemetry Receiver
SPMAR20310T 20-Channel PowerSafe Integrated Telemetry Receiver
SPMAR7350 7-Channel AS3X Receiver with Integrated Telemetry
SPMAR9350 9-Channel AS3X Receiver with Integrated Telemetry
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* The TM1100 telemetry module and AR636 telemetry receiver offer fly-by
telemetry range (short range) and limited sensor options.
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TELEMETRY SENSORS
A variety of Spektrum telemetry sensors are available. These can be
connected to any compatible telemetry device. X-Bus sensors can be daisy-
chained to connect multiple sensors to the X-Bus port of the aircraft receiver
or telemetry module.
SPMA9574 Aircraft Telemetry Airspeed Indicator
SPMA9589 Aircraft Telemetry Altitude and Variometer Sensor
SPMA9558 Brushless RPM Sensor
SPMA9605 Aircraft Telemetry Flight Pack Battery Energy Sensor
SPMA9587 Aircraft Telemetry GPS Sensor
SPMA9569 Aircraft RPM Sensor and Bracket
SPMA9570A Aircraft Telemetry Flight Pack Sensor- 2pin
SPMA9571 DSMR/DSMX Telemetry Temperature Sensor
SPMA9604 Aircraft Telemetry Receiver Battery Energy Sensor
SPMA9585 Aircraft Telemetry 3-Axis GForce Sensor: 8G
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USING SPEKTRUM TELEMETRY
It is possible to either let the iX12 automatically configure the telemetry
sensors, or set up each sensor manually. Receiver voltage always defaults to
the eleventh slot, and flight log data to the twelfth.
To configure the telemtry system:
1. Install and connect the telemetry sensors to a compatible Spektrum
telemetry receiver or module according to the instructions included with
the sensors and receiver/module.
2. Bind the receiver to the iX12.
3. Configure the connected sensors.
To let the iX12 determine the connected sensors: Touch the Auto-Config
button. The model must be bound, powered on and sensors all connected.
To manually enter the connected sensors: Select the desired telemetry
slot. Select the relevant sensor from the popup, scrollable list. After
selecting a sensor, the sub-menu for that sensor will open.
4. Select the warning trigger thresholds and define the voice alerts and the
frequency. The warnings will announce.
5. Select Remove to delete the selected sensor from the telemetry list.
6. Select Cancel to ignore changes made in the sub-menu.
7. Select Save to keep the changes and exit back to the telemetry menu.
8. Select Dashboard Setup to define which telemetry data appear in the
Dashboard telemetry display. Access the telemetry display screen by
swiping from the Dashboard.
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ANALOG SWITCH SETUP
The Analog Switch Setup menu allows all sticks, sliders and knobs (analog input
devices using potentiometers) to be used as a kickpoint to activate functions like
mixes or dual rates.
Each input has two kickpoints between -100% to 100%. This range represents the
full travel, with 0% being center. Each section within the range of travel represents
a switch “position.”
-100% 100%0%
Switch
position 2
Switch
position 1
Pos 1-2
kickpoint
Pos 0-1
kickpoint
Switch
position 0
In the default state, the kickpoint for the transition between positions 0 and
1 is at 75%. The kickpoint for the transition between positions 1 and 2 is at
-75% percent. The input is in switch position 1 at neutral (0%). Moving the
input above 75% will change it to position 0, and moving it below the -75%
value changes it to position 2.
Kickpoints can be assigned to any value between -100% and 100%, allowing
the kickpoints to be assigned as close to or as far apart as desired. The values
of the kickpoints determine where they trigger along the travel range. If the
values are the same, the switch output will skip position 1 and jump between
positions 0 and 2.
To program the switch kickpoints:
1. Touch either of the value boxes for the analog control.
2. Adjust the location of the kickpoints by dragging the highlighted circle or
using the + or buttons.
3. Touch OK to save the values, Cancel to exit the kickpoint adjust menu or
Reset to return to the default settings.
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SLEEP MODE
The Sleep Mode menu allows the user to change RF and screen state. Access
the menu either from the Model Setup menu, or double tap the power button.
WARNING: Never put the RF into sleep mode when connected to a model
that is powered on. Loss of control and/or serious injury may result.
To put the transmitter or the screen in sleep mode:
1. Either double tap the Power Button or touch Sleep Mode in the Model
Setup menu.
2. Touch the OFF/ON button(s) to turn off either Spektrum RF, Screen or both.
3. Touch and hold APPLY to put the selected item(s) in sleep mode or touch
CANCEL to return to the previous screen.
An alternative method to put both the RF and screen into sleep mode with one
touch is to touch and hold QUICK SLEEP from the Sleep Mode menu.
When both the RF and screen are in sleep mode, the LED slowly pulses to in-
dicate the iX12 is still powered on.
To wake the iX12 from sleep mode, single-tap the Power Button.
TIPS:
•Tap the Power Button once to immediately put the screen in sleep mode
when the iX12 is powered on. The screen can be placed in sleep mode
during flight.
•When the screen is in sleep mode, tap the Power Button once to wake it.
•Place the RF in sleep mode for extended use of the iX12 when it is not
connected to a model or during charging.
•Place both the RF and the screen in sleep mode for idle times during flying
sessions or during charging.
SPEKTRUM LED INDICATOR
•A slowing flashing orange Spektrum LED indicates the RF is off and the screen
is in sleep mode. The operating system remains powered on and ready to
wake with a single tap of the power button.
•Solid Spektrum LED bars indicate the RF is transmitting.
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DIGITAL SWITCH SETUP
Digital Switch Setup gives flexible output options for a channel to be driven
from a switch or flight mode.
To program a Digital Switch Setup:
1. Channel assignments cannot be made from the Digital Switch Setup menu.
Assign the switch or flight mode to the desired output channel in the
Channel Assign menu.
2. In the Digital Switch Setup menu,
touch the Inhibit button to view the
Switch menu.
3. Select the switch (or flight mode).
The channel assignment is shown
below the switch.
If no channel is assigned to the
switch the channel assignment is
blank.
4. Adjust the values on the switch positions to define the output positions.
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AUDIO EVENTS
Audio Events on the iX12 can be set up to report virtually any action on the
transmitter. The Audio Events menu is meant to serve as one location to find
any audio report in the system. Reports can be set up based on timers, sticks,
switches, telemetry data and more. The iX12 features a powerful text to
speech engine in the Android operating system. Many of the options listed in
this menu can be accessed from the related function menu as well.
Common menu elements:
•Voice button: Touch the Voice button to select Tone, Voice, Vibe, Tone/Vibe,
Voice/Vibe or None for the audio event.
•Spoken text editor: Touch the line with the pen icon ( ) to access the on-
screen keyboard to edit the spoken text. Touch the green check mark ( )in
the bottom right corner to return to the previous menu.
•Tone selections: The default Tone audio selection sounds a “beep” report.
Audio (.mp3 or .wav) files loaded to the iX12 from third party sources can be
used in place of the default sound.
1. Select one of the Tone options for the alert sound.
2. Touch the pen icon ( ). A file selection menu appears.
3. Select the directory where the sound file is located and touch CONFIRM.
4. Select the file.
5. Touch OK. The link to the audio file appears in the text-to-speech field.
•MACROS: Touch the MACROS button to see a list of additional
spoken-text macros.
Select an option in this menu to
insert a text string that vocalizes the
selected data. The macros include a
dollar sign ($) and description with
no spaces. The macros should be
set with a space on either side to
function properly. Multiple macros
can be used in a single line, as long
as they are separated by a space.
Additional spoken words can be added in front of or behind the macro, with
space in between, for the desired effect.
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SWITCH CHANGE REPORTS
The Switch Change Reports menu creates an audio report when a switch is
moved. Press the plus ( + ) to add a report. The on-screen switch will enable
or disable the report. Touching the ( ) will delete the report. Touch the ( )
to open a submenu to configure the report. Select the Switch from the popup
menu. Create the audio report for each switch position by adding text and/or
macros to the text input line.
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CUSTOM REPORTS
The Custom Reports menu creates an audio event that can be set to repeat on
a user-defined interval. The time selected in Frequency will determine how
long the system will pause before repeating the report.
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TRIM REPORTS
The Trim Reports menu allows for changing how the system signals trim
inputs. Defaulted as tones, the trim reports can be set to tone, vibration, tone
and vibration, or none.
To change the Trim Reports:
1. Select a channel from the Trim Reports menu.
2. Touch the drop down menu button to select the report type: Tone, Vibe,
Tone/Vibe, or None.
3. If either of the Tone report types are chosen, the default tone will be used,
or touch the pen icon ( ) to select a third party audio file.
4. Touch the back arrow ( ) to return to the Trim Reports menu.
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TELEMETRY WARNINGS
The Telemetry Warnings menu is only available when a telemetry signal is
present. Telemetry features that have been activated in the Model Setup,
Telemetry menu can be refined or left at the default settings.
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STEPPING REPORTS
The Stepping Reports menu allows linking multiple alerts to a single switch.
A report is spoken at the chosen switch positions. The reports can be tied
to any switch regardless of any other assignments. Enable Auto-Cycle?
to make the reports start again at the top of the list after it has completed
the last step. When Auto-Cycle? is off, after the last step is completed the
stepping report will not restart until the model is restarted.
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TRAINER STATE REPORTS
The Trainer State Reports menu allows for changing the audio reports that
indicate current control and connection status of the trainer system. Select the
reports to activate when the transmitter transfers command in trainer mode or
if the instructor transmitter loses the signal from the student radio.
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CENTER TONE
The Center Tone menu allows the addition of an audio alert to indicate a given
analog control input is centered. Touch the drop-down menu button in each
control for the available options. If Voice is chosen, touch the text input line to
add text-to-speech.
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MODEL START ALERTS
The Model Start Alerts menu includes three options: STICK INPUT, SERVO
OUTPUT and SWITCH, which appear in the ribbon at the top of the screen.
These options can be used to warn of the state of specific modes or features
that are active when RF is powered on, such as high throttle or landing gear
retracted. The configuration of these functions is defined in the Model Setup,
Model Start Warnings menu. The Model Start Alerts menu only controls the
audio alerts activated by those functions.
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PRE-FLIGHT CHECKLIST
Pilots can choose to configure a Pre-Flight Checklist to verify critical tasks are
completed prior to flight. Under Execute, the pilot can choose whether to run the
checklist EveryFlight or Per Session. Set Modulation to On to transmit during
the checklist or off to require completing the checklist prior to transmitting. Press
the plus ( + ) to add a step. Edit each step individually by selecting the type of alert
and adding text-to-speech. Select the ( ) to delete an unwanted step.
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SYSTEM SOUNDS
The System Sounds menu allows for changing what is spoken during the
Transmitter Battery Warning and Transmitter Inactivity Warning alerts.
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SPOKEN FLIGHT MODE
All desired flight modes should be set up, using the Model Setup, Flight Mode
Setup menu, prior to making changes in the Spoken Flight Menu. The number
of available flight modes shown will match the modes created in the Flight
Mode Setup menu. Defaults report the selected flight mode with a macro. The
text is freely editable as well.
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BINDING ALERTS
The Binding Alerts menu allows changes to the alerts given during binding.
To change the Binding Alerts:
1. Select the binding alert to be edited.
2. Change the type of alert.
3. Change the spoken text.
4. Activate/deactivate each alert by touching on the on-screen switch.
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TIMER REPORTS
The Timer Reports menu allows for editing the alerts given in either of the
timers. Choose one of the timers listed to access the Timer Alerts menu for
that timer.
From the Timer Alerts menu, select any of the Timer Control Alerts to
change the alert type as well as the spoken text for the functions of the
chosen timer.
Select any of the Alerts to change the alert type as well as the spoken text for
the time interval alerts of the chosen timer.
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CHANNEL ASSIGN
The Channel Assign menu defines what stick or switch controls each function.
Channel inputs and receiver port assignments are both accessed from this menu.
•Channel Input Configuration: Allows each channel to be assigned to
the desired stick, switch, button or slider. Channels are designated by their
function. For example, throttle, rudder, elevator and aileron are channels.
•Receiver Port Configuration: Allows the numbered ports on the receiver
to be assigned to any channel. Swipe to the bottom of the screen to access
the receiver port assignment button.
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CHANNEL INPUT CONFIGURATION
In the Channel Input Configuration menu, all
but the primary flight controls are available
for assignment, indicated by a drop down
menu button next to each channel.*
1. Touch the drop down button next to the
channel to open a switch selection menu.
2. Select the desired input device. A
single input device can be assigned to
multiple channels.
* The primary flight controls are available for assignment when a multirotor model type,
with the FPV Racer option off, is active. In this case, the channel input configuration
is dependent upon the flight mode switch position, allowing one flight mode to have
normal primary controls while another flight mode may, for example, release the throttle
stick to be used as tilt control for a camera gimbal.
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RECEIVER PORT ASSIGNMENTS
Channels can be re-assigned to any receiver port. Receiver ports have default
assignments in a familiar order; however, this can be re-configured so any of the
channels can connect to any of the receiver ports.
Multiple receiver ports can be assigned to the same channel.
To change the receiver port assignments:
1. Touch and drag up to scroll to
the bottom of the Channel Input
Configuration menu.
2. Touch the RX PORT ASSIGNMENT
button.
3. Touch the drop down menu button
next to the receiver port.
4. Select the channel to be assigned
to that receiver port.
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TRAINER
All options related to programming and using the trainer functions are
controlled with the Trainer menu.
Three options are available in the trainer menu:
•Wired Trainer
•Wireless Trainer
•Trainer Alerts
Wired Trainer and Wireless Trainer have similar options when connecting
two transmitters for the purpose of training a student pilot. In addition, an
advanced menu for FPV pilots in both the Wired and Wireless Trainer menus
provides specialized functions needed specifically for FPV head tracking
applications.
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WIRED TRAINER
Wired Trainer enables a student and instructor to work together by physically
connecting two transmitters together with a cable.
The optional Spektrum wired trainer adaptor (SPMA3091, not included) and a
trainer cable (not included) are required for wired trainer operation. The wired
trainer adaptor connects to the serial port on the back of the transmitter. The
trainer cable plugs into the adaptor.
Wired trainer supports up to 8 input channels with PPM based trainer systems
connected. If the iX12 is used with a wired connection, the correct wired
trainer option must be selected in the trainer menu and the student mode
started or the wired trainer connection will not work.
When Wired Trainer mode is selected, a drop down menu will appear. Select
from the following trainer options:
•Programmable Instructor: This training mode designates the iX12 as
the instructor, and requires the student transmitter to be fully configured,
including reversing, travel, mixes, etc. This mode is helpful when the student
has the full model configuration complete.
•Pilot Link Instructor: This training mode designates the iX12 as the
instructor, and requires the student transmitter to have no settings applied,
all of the reverse settings to normal and all travel settings at 100%. This
option is intended to make it as simple as possible to connect any student
transmitter to any airplane.
•FPV: This mode is available for connecting a head tracking system to
the iX12 for FPV use. See the Headtracking FPV Setup section for more
information.
•P-Link Student: This training mode designates the iX12 as the student
transmitter. Use this option if the instructor transmitter is set up with Wired
Pilot Link Instructor. A Start Student Mode button appears, which activates
and deactivates wired trainer student capabilities. In this mode, the iX12
should be left on a default ACRO model with no changes.
•Normal Student: This training mode designates the iX12 as the student
transmitter. Use this option if the instructor transmitter is set up with Wired
Programmable Instructor. A Start Student Mode button appears, which
activates and deactivates wired trainer student capabilities. In this selection
the iX12 must be fully configured to operate the aircraft.
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WIRELESS TRAINER
Wireless Trainer enables instructors and students to work together without any
cables connecting the transmitters. Wireless Trainer supports up to 20 channels
of input depending on the number of channels available from the student
transmitter or wireless headtracker. It is only necessary to put the instructor
transmitter into the special wireless trainer bind mode. The student transmitter
uses the normal binding process. Wireless Trainer modes are compatible with
any Spektrum DSMX or DSM2 transmitter, Spektrum Focal
®
Headsets, and the
small MLP4 and MLP6 transmitters from Horizon Hobby RTF models which
include Spektrum technology.
When wireless trainer mode is selected, a drop down menu will appear with
the following options:
•Programmable Instructor: This training mode designates the iX12 as
the instructor and requires the student transmitter to be fully configured,
including reversing, travel, mixes, etc. This mode is helpful when the student
has the full model configuration complete.
•Pilot Link Instructor: This training mode designates the iX12 as the instructor
and requires the student transmitter to have no settings applied, all of the reverse
settings to normal and all travel settings at 100%. This option is intended to
make it as simple as possible to connect any student transmitter to any airplane.
•FPV: This mode is available for connecting a head tracking system to the
iX12 for FPV use. This option is covered further in the Headtracking FPV
Setup section.
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TRAINER ALERTS
The Trainer State Reports menu allows the user to change the audio reports
that indicate current control and connection status of the trainer system.
Select the report activated when control is transfered between instructor and
student or if the instructor transmitter loses the signal from the student radio.
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INSTRUCTOR TRANSMITTER CONFIGURATION
1. Select the type of trainer mode for the application (Wired or Wireless,
Programmable Instructor or Pilot Link Instructor).
2. Choose whether or not to enable Instructor Over-Ride. This setting
defines how the instructor can resume control from the student. When
enabled, the instructor must not move the sticks when the student is given
control. Moving the sticks or moving the selected trainer switch will return
control to the instructor.
With Instructor Over-Ride disabled, the switch position determines who is
in control.
When Switch I or the right or left trim button is selected, Instructor Over-
Ride is disabled by default. When any other switch is selected, Instructor
Over-Ride is enabled.
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3. If Wireless Trainer mode was selected in step 1, Bind the student transmitter
to the instructor transmitter. See the Binding Wireless Trainer section.
4. Determine which channels to assign to the student when given control
by moving the on-screen switch for each channel. Students can be given
control of a single channel or all channels, as the instructor sees fit.
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BINDING WIRELESS TRAINER
Binding the iX12 wireless trainer feature as an instructor transmitter is not
the same as binding the iX12 to an aircraft. The iX12 has a built-in receiver
dedicated to the wireless trainer. The wireless trainer menu screens include a
Bind button within the menu.
1. Touch the Bind button in the Wireless Trainer screen to enter trainer bind
mode.
2. Long press on BIND.
3. Place the student transmitter in normal bind mode.
4. When the transmitters have completed the binding process, check the
settings by opening the monitor screen on the instructor transmitter,
giving control to the student transmitter and checking the monitor for
correct control outputs.
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HEAD TRACKING FPV SETUP
Wired FPV Mode: Enables the use of
a headset with head tracking or another
transmitter to control an onboard
camera gimbal by physically connecting
to the iX12 with a cable. The optional
Spektrum wired trainer adaptor
(SPMA3091, not included) and a trainer
cable (not included) are required for
wired FPV operation. The wired trainer
adaptor connects to the serial port on the back of the transmitter. The trainer
cable plugs into the adaptor. The wired trainer is compatible with PPM based
trainer links.
Wireless FPV Mode: Enables the
use of a Spektrum Focal headset
with head tracking or another DSMX
or DSM2 transmitter to control an
airborne camera gimbal without
connecting the iX12 to a cable.
Wireless FPV modes are compatible
with any Spektrum DSMX or DSM2
transmitter and Spektrum Focal
headsets.
Each individual output channel can be mapped to any input channel from
the trainer signal, leaving all other controls on the instructor transmitter.
Primary flight control channels default to instructor control. Leave all channels
connected to flight controls set up as instructor when using a headtracker.
To configure headtracking FPV:
1. Select either Wired or Wireless Trainer from the Trainer menu.
2. Select the FPV trainer mode.
3. Select the switch to enable/disable the head tracker.
4. Select the first Output Channel is to be controlled. For example, if the pan
servo is plugged into channel 5, select channel 5 as the output. Each axis
of the gimbal will go to a seperate output channel.
5. Change the mode to STUDENT. This selection only applies to the selected
output channel.
6. Select the Input Channel from the trainer that controls the selected
output channel when trainer is activated. The Focal V2 and DVR have
pan on Channel 18, for example; with these headsets the pilot selects
channel 18 as the input channel for pan control. Refer to the Focal Channel
Assignments table for a list of channel functions.
7. Input channels can be reversed or scaled in this menu to configure the
student controls for correct response on the output channels. Normal servo
setup menus for the output channel will be ignored when the trainer signal
is commanding a given channel.
8. Repeat steps 4–7 to configure all the required output channels; select
the Output Channel first, change the mode to Student, select the Input
Channel and scale and reverse the travel as necessary.
9. For wireless connections, touch the Bind button to put the iX12 into trainer
bind mode before powering on the wireless head tracker (student transmitter).
See the Binding Wireless Trainer section for more information.
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FOCAL CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS
Channel Function
17
Frequency control
(compatible with SPMVA2500 and SPMVA2510)
18 Pan
19 Tilt
20
Roll
(Focal DVR only)
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RANGE TEST
The Range Test menu is used to confirm that receiver installation is working.
From Model Setup, touch Range Test. Follow the on-screen instructions to
perform a range test. This test should be performed multiple times from
multiple model orientations to verify the radio component installation. Ensure
the model does not experience any loss of control during the range test.
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FLIGHT LOG DATA
In addition to watching if the model loses control, more specific data is
available from the receiver to learn how well the installation is working.
Telemetry receivers report the receiver performance directly in this menu
as well as on the Spektrum Airware dashboard telemetry screen; receivers
without telemetry can use the Spektrum Flight Log (SPM9540).
Touch and swipe up to scroll to the bottom of the Range Test menu to see a
display of the Flight Log Data telemetry information, if available.
The following information is displayed:
•A: Antenna fades on Receiver A
•B: Antenna fades on Receiver B
•L: Antenna fade on the left receiver
•R: Antenna fade on the right receiver
•F: Total number of frame losses
•H: Number of Holds
Fade: occurs when the receiver does not receive a complete data packet.
A data packet is one sequence of numbers that represents all of the control
signals for one instant in time.
Frame Loss: represents simultaneous antenna fades on all attached
receivers. If one receiver experiences a fade, one of the other attached
receivers can still pass a complete packet to the main processor, and the
system proceeds without a recorded frame loss. Spektrum receivers without
remote receivers will report the same data for frame losses and fades. The A,
B, L and R antennas represent each remote receiver; they will not report data
if a remote receiver is not connected.
Hold: occurs when 45 consecutive frame losses occur. If a hold occurs during
flight or during a range test, re-evaluate the system. Relocate the receiver
and/or check to make sure the transmitter and receiver are working correctly.
TIP: It is important to note the flight log data is reporting the reception
quality of the Spektrum signal received at the model. It does not represent
the telemetry link strength. The control link can take advantage of multi-link
technology, while the telemetry signal cannot. It is normal for the telemetry
reception to be less robust that the control link.
The operational differences between DSM2
®
and DSMX
®
receivers cause
some expected differences in the telemetry data collected between the two
systems. DSMX is frequency agile, 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 and Frame
Losses than when using DSM2 in busy 2.4GHz environments.
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GUIDELINES FOR DSM2 INSTALLATIONS
•It is normal to have as many as 50–100 antenna fades during a flight.
•If the RF link is performing optimally, frame losses per flight should be less
than 20.
•Holds are unacceptable. If a hold occurs, investigate and correct the issue
before next flight.
GUIDELINES FOR DSMX INSTALLATIONS
•Use fades for comparison only. All attached receivers should have similar
fades. If not, investigate poorly performing receivers (location, antenna
orientation, etc) and correct.
•In conventional models during a normal flight, frame losses should be less
than 100 on all receivers.
•Holds are unacceptable. If a hold occurs, investigate and correct the issue
before next flight.
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RECEIVER INSTALLATION
Always install receivers where the antennas are placed as far possible from
metal, batteries, wires, fuel tanks and other objects. Receivers with integrated
telemetry should be installed with a focus on the antennas attached to
the main part of the receiver in an optimal location, as this will be the only
antenna transmitting telemetry information.
Remote receivers should be installed as far from the main receiver as is
practical, with the antennas oriented 90˚ to the main receiver antenna.
Telemetry data can help diagnose receiver signal problems where the receiver
is experiencing signal loss.
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MODEL START WARNINGS
Model Start Warnings are used to warn of the state of specific modes or features
that are active when RF is powered on.
Three trigger options are available:
•STICK INPUT: Triggers the alert
based on movement of one of the
analog control inputs.
•SERVO OUTPUT: Triggers the
alert based on the signal output
command sent to the receiver.
•SWITCH: Triggers the alert based on
a switch position.
By default, the system warns when attempting to power on the RF signal with
the throttle stick over 10% by speaking “Throttle High.” Multiple model start
warnings can be configured. When attempting to power on the RF signal, the
system lists every issue encountered. The system will not power on the RF
signal until all warned issues are resolved. In the above case, the throttle must
be lowered below 10% before the system will enable the RF signal. Similar
warnings may be used for features such as retractable landing gear with a
switch or channel output set up for the trigger.
To add a stick input model start warning:
1. From Model Setup, touch
Model Start Warnings.
2. Select the STICK INPUT trigger type.
3. Touch the + icon to add a new
warning. Touch the ( ), if
available, to remove a current
warning.
4. Select the desired input from the
popup menu.
5. Select Over or Under to define which side of the given input position the
warning will trigger.
6. Define the trigger point value. Values from -100 to 100 can be entered.
7. Select the type of warning and enter text-to-speech if Voice is selected.
To add a servo output model start warning:
1. From Model Setup, touch
Model Start Warnings.
2. Select the SERVO OUTPUT trigger
type.
3. Touch the + icon to add a new
warning. Touch the ( ), if
available, to remove a current
warning.
4. Select the desired output channel
from the first drop down button.
5. Select Over or Under from the next drop down button to define which side
of the given output position the warning will trigger.
6. Define the trigger point value. Values from -100 to 100 may be entered.
7. Select the type of warning and enter text-to-speech if Voice is selected.
To add a switch model start warning:
1. From Model Setup, touch
Model Start Warnings.
2. Select the SWITCH trigger type.
3. Touch the + icon to add a new
warning. Touch the ( ), if
available, to remove a current
warning.
4. Select the Switch dropdown button
to select the desired switch.
5. Touch the switch position box to designate which position will trigger the
warning.
6. Select the type of warning and enter text-to-speech if Voice is selected.
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SERIAL PORT SETUP
The Serial Port Setup menu manages serial port usage on the back of the
transmitter. This port is designed to communicate with external RF devices
using digital communication protocols. The iX12 includes the CRFS protocol for
compatibility with the TBS Crossfire. In addition, the iX12 is engineered to deliver a
9.5V power supply for external devices. Any changes made in this menu will not be
applied until the RF is re-enabled.
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SERIAL PORT PROTOCOL
Touch the Protocol drop down menu button. Select Inhibit or Crossfire.
Selecting the Crossfire option will enable the CRFS data stream. Connecting
the Crossfire system requires the Crossfire serial port adaptor (SPMA3090,
not included). Consult the manufacturer’s manual for use of any external
RF device. Horizon Hobby does not provide support for external RF devices
connected to the iX12 transmitter.
SPEKTRUM RF
The touch switch defines whether or not Spektrum RF is transmitted along
with the data stream coming from the data port when other protocols are
selected. The switch defaults to on when the Protocol is set to Inhibit.
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SERIAL PORT POWER (9.5V)
The Serial Port will provide 9.5V for external devices by selecting the touch
switch. This power supply has been designed to support up to 1 amp of
current. Battery use will be affected and the expected use time will decrease
when using this option to power external devices. Set the Transmitter Battery
Warning alarm in System Settings, System Configuration to 25% when
powering external devices through the serial port to ensure there is ample
reserve battery time to support current demands and ensure safe operation.
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AIRCRAFT TYPE
Aircraft Type defines what type of model configuration the iX12 is set up to
control. Therefore, this menu should be the first step after creating a new
model. The choices made in this menu define default channel assignments
and enable pre-defined mixes with custom menus designed specifically for
the selected application. This menu appears differently for each of the four
model options chosen from during model creation in Model Utilities.
Choosing from the common configurations in this menu opens access to
other menus not shown otherwise. Flaps, for example, can be assigned to a
switch and made to function without using one of the pre-configured options.
However, by assigning the correct wing type in the Aircraft Type menu, a Flap
System menu is enabled in the Model Adjust list. The Flap System menu
gives the pilot the choice of switches and a built-in elevator compensation
mix, which makes fine-tuning an airplane for level flight throughout the flap
range much easier. Options that enable mixes will label the default assigned
channels in other menus, such as Servo Setup and Monitor.
In menus options, select an on-screen diagram that matches the control
layout on the aircraft.
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AICRAFT TYPE (AIRPLANE)
Wing
Choose from eleven common airplane wing control configurations. The default
configuraton is Normal, which is a single aileron servo configuration. For dual
aileron wings, there are both Dual Aileron and Flaperon options. To utilize
the built-in Flap System menu, select Flaperon. Selecting Dual Aileron will not
enable the Flap System menu.
There are two Elevon mixes. For airplanes that include elevons, try one option
first. If reversing the aileron and elevator channels will not result in correct
surface movement, try the other Elevon option.
Tail
Choose from ten common configurations for rudder and elevator.
Similar to the elevon options above, there are two V-tail mixes included. Try
the first mix. If no combination of reversing will move the surfaces correctly,
try the other V-Tail mix.
Extra Options
Activating any of the Gyro or Pitch Curve options will enable a menu in the
Model Adjust list to manage those functions.
Throttle Mode: Normal or Reverse defines how the pilot uses throttle. Most
pilots use Normal (low throttle to the bottom of transmitter). For pilots who use
reverse throttle (low throttle to the top of the transmitter, high throttle to the
bottom), the iX12 can be configured as such for correct operation.
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SWASHPLATE TYPE (HELICOPTER)
When the model type is set to helicopter, this menu is called Swashplate
Type. The diagram represents the top down view of the swashplate. Select the
appropriate mix to match the helicopter swashplate.
Helicopters with flybarless control systems most often use the Normal
configuration with no mixes applied. Consult the manual for the flybarless
system for more information.
Choose from six common swashplate mixing options. Selecting a pre-
configured mix (any option other than Normal) will enable the Swashplate
menu in the Model Setup list to manage the various swashplate mixes.
Collective Type
The Collective Type allows the throttle/pitch stick to operate in reverse and
ensures trims, curves and all other functions that work in reverse function
properly. Select reverse to fly with positive pitch at low stick and negative pitch
at high stick.
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SAILPLANE TYPE (SAILPLANE)
The Sailplane Type menu is similar to the Acro mode, but has more advanced
features geared toward sailplane pilots. This menu is set up to support both
powered and unpowered sailplanes. Unlike pilots flying conventional airplanes,
it is common for sailplane pilots to use the throttle stick to manage speed
on a sailplane with flaps, ailerons and spoilers; the throttle stick is called the
Spoiler stick in the Sailplane-specific menus.
Wing
Select from five common wing configurations to suit the aircraft. When a two
servo or more wing configuration is selected, the Camber Preset and Camber
System menus are included in the Model Adjust list.
Tail
For V-Tail applications there are two options. Try one first and if no combination
of reversing will make the control surfaces respond correctly, try the other.
Selecting a V-Tail option will enable the V-Tail Differential menu in Model Adjust.
Motor
Select the Motor drop down menu button to assign the motor function to any control
stick or switch. The Motor option in the sailplane type defaults to Inhibit.
Four mixes are enabled in the Mixing menu in the Model Adjust list when the
model type is set to Sailplane; Aileron > Rudder, Aileron > Flap, Elevator > Flap
and Flap > Elevator.
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AIRCRAFT TYPE (MULTIROTOR)
Selecting Multirotor for the model type during a new model setup will enable
the multirotor Aircraft Type menu. This menu defines the number of rotors
and camera mount axes and can be optimized for racing drones or aerial
photography. The AP mode has advanced functions for aerial photography
multirotors to enable pilots to use a control stick on the iX12 to fly the
multirotor in one flight mode and control the camera from another.
Rotor type
Select the number of rotors on the multirotor.
Camera
Select the number of movement axes on the camera gimbal.
FPV Racer
This selection selects FPV Racer mode or AP mode. When FPV Racer mode is
not enabled, multirotor models are in AP mode.
•FPV Racer mode optimizes the throttle channel by changing it to 11ms
operation and keeps flight mode functions simple.
•AP mode includes a seperate Channel Input Assignment menu tied to each
flight mode. With this capability a pilot can configure the iX12 in AP mode
so changing the flight mode can change the input source for the camera
gimbal. For example, a pilot can configure flight mode 1 for slow speed
flight, flight mode 2 for faster flying and flight mode 3 to put the multirotor
into a position hold mode. The pitch/roll control stick can then be re-
assigned to the camera pan and tilt commands. In this example, the pilot
uses the first two flight modes to fly the aircraft. In those modes, the camera
pan and tilt can be assigned to the sliders. In the third flight mode, the
aircraft can take advantage of GPS technology* to hold a position and the
pilot can move the pitch/roll control stick to guide the camera gimbal without
affecting the multirotor.
*GPS technology for position hold are not part of the features of the iX12. This
function must be installed on the flight controller onboard the aircraft.
WARNING: AP mode includes complicated channel assignment
capabilities. Confirm operation works as expected with the motors
disengaged before experimenting in flight.
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FLIGHT MODE SETUP
Flight Modes can help a pilot manage a wide variety of switches and
functions. Pilots can use flight modes to manage rates, expo, mixes, audio
alerts, and other functions. By defining several flight modes, pilots can
maximize the aircraft’s performance using different configurations without
having to use multiple switches. Flight modes can include multiple flight
modes on one switch or be linked together with other switches to define more
than the three flight modes that one switch can manage. Flight mode setup
allows the pilot to configure what flight mode is assigned to every combination
of the assigned switches.
Each model type setting includes a different set of default flight mode names
to define which mode is being used. The spoken name for each flight mode
can be edited with the text-to-speech function.
EXAMPLES OF FLIGHT MODE APPLICATIONS
Acro
Airplane pilots can take advantage of flight modes to manage differerent
phases of the flight, instead of having to operate different switches. For
example, a scale airplane might have a flight mode for take-off with a few
degrees of flaps, no elevator compensation, landing gear down, and low rates.
Another flight mode can be used for a cruise mode that includes landing gear
and flaps up, high rates, and the nose wheel steering servo disabled so it does
not move with rudder input. A third flight mode for landing might include flaps
fully deployed, landing gear down, elevator compensation, and low rates.
Helicopter
Helicopter pilots commonly use flight modes to manage the advanced curves
common for helis. Flight modes might include a headspeed setting for the
governor, a gain setting for the tail gyro, a throttle and pitch curve, rates and
expo. Using all of these features on one switch, a helicopter pilot can have
flight mode 1 set up for low headspeed and low rates, flight mode 2 set up
for medium headspeed and medium rates, and flight mode 3 set up for high
rates. Instead of requiring a different switch to define each function, the flight
modes link the multiple functions to a single switch. In the heli scenario, the
throttle curves and governor are used to perform aerobatics, but different
head speeds change requirements on the tail gain, and the speed the
helicopter responds also changes with headspeed. By putting all of the related
functions in flight modes, every function can be tailored to work correctly with
the other settings in that mode.
Sailplane
Sailplane pilots commonly use flight modes to define a wide array of
configurations, which can have a drastic impact on how a high performance
sailplane flies. Advanced sailplanes often utilize complicated mixes to control
wings with multiple servos. These mixes give the pilot the flexibility to select
a flight mode that is tied to numerous functions. Pilots can have the throttle
(spoiler) stick control nothing in Launch mode. In Cruise mode, it can control
a limited amount of reflex travel. In Thermal mode, it can have full span flaps
with limited camber travel. In Landing mode, moving the throttle stick can
deploy a crow mix (ailerons up, flaps down). A full array of other options, such
as appropriate rates and elevator compensation mixes and other features, can
be individually tailored so the sailplane is optimized for each type of flying with
just the simple selection of the Flight Mode.
USING FLIGHT MODE SETUP
Assign a single switch for up to three modes. Swipe up the right side of the
screen to scroll to the bottom of the menu and change the text-to-speech
flight mode name or re-assign the currently selected switch position to a
different flight mode.
Adding another switch will add more flight modes to the flight mode
assignment table:
•Switch 1 will move the flight mode selection left or right in the table.
•Switch 2 will move the flight mode selection up or down in the table.
•Switch 3, if available, will add another group of flight modes. Changing this switch
will move the flight mode selection up or down to the next group of options.
•The Priority Switch can override the table. One switch position will always
be Switches. This position uses switches 1–3 to choose between the flight
modes in the assignment table. The other switch positions can be assigned
to specific flight modes.
HOLD (HELICOPTER)
Hold, commonly referred to as throttle hold, is a flight mode that allows the
pilot to eliminate power to the rotor blades while maintaining cyclic and blade
pitch control. Hold is enabled in the Flight Mode Setup menu and is configured
in the Model Adjust, Throttle Curve and Pitch Curve menus.
To enable the throttle hold function, touch the Hold Switch drop down menu
button to select the desired switch. Select the switch position(s) to activate
Hold. After the Hold mode is enabled in the Flight Mode Setup, the curves can
be adjusted in the Throttle Curve and Pitch Curve menus.
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SYSTEM SETTINGS
The System Settings menu is accessed from any of the main screens by
touching the System Settings button at the bottom of the screen.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
The System Configuration menu gives the pilot several basic setup options for
the iX12.
User Name
Touch the pen icon ( ) to enter the user name in the text field using
the on-screen keyboard. Touch DONE to save the entry and return to the
configuration menu.
Mode
Mode refers to how the control stick arrangement. Four modes are available,
though most pilots use Modes One or Two. Mode Two is the iX12 default
and is preferred by most North American pilots. Changing to Mode One or
Three requires a physical change to both transmitter sticks. Refer to the
Physical Transmitter Adjustments section for detailed instructions on physically
changing the stick layout. The transmitter must have the power cycled before
any mode change takes effect. Then recalibrate the transmitter prior to flight.
See the Calibration section for more information.
Language
Language changes in this menu will change the language within the Spektrum
AirWare application.
Tx Battery Alarm
The default value for the remaining battery capacity alarm is 5%. This value can
be changed by touching the drop down menu and selecting the desired value
from the list. Warning type and spoken-text can be changed as well.
Tx Inactivity Alarm
Define the time before the inactivity alarm triggers, as well as the type of
warning and spoken texts.
RESET ALL MODELS
Press the Reset All Models button to erase all stored models and load a
default model. This action requires a long press to continue to the next
warning screen followed by a restart of the system.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION
The Product Information menu displays the serial number, region, version of the
Spektrum AirWare app, firmware version and the library version of the transmitter.
Touch REGISTER TRANSMITTER to log in and register the iX12.
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CALIBRATION
The Calibration menu allows the user
to ensure the analog input devices
(control sticks, sliders, and knob) are
working properly. To complete the
calibration procedure, move every
control to the extreme and return it to
center. The screen shows a graphic
representation of each input. The
indicator turns green when the range
of movement of each control is confirmed. The control must be centered for
the indicator to stay green. Select Save when all the indicators are green.
Calibration is required any time a stick mode change is performed.
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PHYSICAL TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENTS
The adjustment points for the iX12 are located around the face of each
gimbal.* This arrangement allows for quick and easy adjustment without
removing the back cover.
Available adjustments:
•Mode Change
•Throttle Ratchet
•Throttle Tension
•Stick Tension
*The gimbal adjustment screws are covered by small rubber plugs, and the throttle
limit switches are covered by small plastic caps. Carefully remove these covers prior
to making adjustments. The rubber plugs are not interchangeable. Ensure to note
where each plug is removed from and replace them accordingly.
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TRANSMITTER MODE CHANGE
Mode 2 is the default transmitter control mode for the iX12. The transmitter
is capable of converting to modes 1, 3 or 4 as well. This conversion requires
both a programming and mechanical adjustment.
The conversion consists of the following steps:
•Programming Conversion
•Change the Throttle Ratchet
•Adjust the Gimbal Centering Screw
•Move the Throttle Limit Switches
•Calibration
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PROGRAMMING CONVERSION
See the System Setup, System Configuration section to select the control
layout mode. If changing between modes 2 and 4 or 1 and 3, no physical
gimbal changes are required.
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CHANGE THE THROTTLE RATCHET
1. Locate the throttle strap adjustment screws on both gimbals. The ratchet set
screw engages a serrated section on the gimbal for a ratcheted throttle, while
the tension set screw engages a strap for smooth tension on the gimbal.
2. To engage the throttle ratchet, using a small Phillips screwdriver, turn the
ratchet set screw clockwise until the ratchet engages.
3. To disengage the throttle ratchet, using a small Phillips screwdriver, turn
the screw counterclockwise until the gimbal moves freely.
Ratchet
set screws
Tension
set screws
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ADJUST THE GIMBAL CENTERING SCREW
When changing between Modes 1 and 2, or between Modes 3 and 4, the
gimbal centering screw must be adjusted on both gimbals to enable the
centering spring on the elevator gimbal and disable it on the throttle gimbal.
1. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to tighten the gimbal centering screw.
Tightening the screw will disengage the centering spring.
2. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the opposite gimbal centering
screw until the lever engages.
Centering
screw
Centering
screw
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MOVE THE THROTTLE LIMITING SWITCHES
Throttle limiting is used on the throttle gimbal to limit the maximum travel.
When changing between Modes 1 and 2, or between Modes 3 and 4, the
limits are the throttle gimbal.
1. To disengage the throttle limiting, slide them both to the opposite side of the track.
2. To engage the throttle limiting, slide them both to the opposite side of the track.
Throttle limiting
switch
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CALIBRATION
After changing the mode, cycle the power of the iX12. When it powers on, a
calibration screen will be displayed. Move every control to the extreme and
return them to center. The indicator will turn green when the range of each
control has been accepted; the control must be centered for the indicator to
stay green. Select Save when all the indicators are green.
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STICK TENSION
Turn the screws clockwise a small amount using a small Phillips screwdriver
to tighten the stick tension and counterclockwise to loosen.
NOTICE: Always perform a stick tension test while turning the screws to
ensure stick tension is not too loose or too tight. Overtightening a screw can
damage the spring. Loosening a screw too far can cause a spring to fall out
in the transmitter and possibly damage the circuitry within.
Vertical spring
tension
Vertical spring
tension
Horizontal spring
tension
Horizontal spring
tension
THROTTLE STRAP ADJUSTMENT
The gimbals on the iX12 can be configured for smooth tension or ratcheted
throttle.
SMOOTH THROTTLE TENSION
1. Locate the throttle strap adjustment screws on the throttle gimbal.
2. Adjust the throttle tension by turning the tension set screw clockwise to
tighten or counterclockwise to loosen, using a small Phillips screwdriver.
Ratchet
set screws
Tension
set screws
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RATCHETED THROTTLE
If desired, disengage the smooth throttle strap and engage the ratcheted
throttle, using a small Phillips screwdriver.
1. Back the set screw out on the smooth tension strap until the throttle moves
freely.
2. Tighten the set screw on the ratchet until it engages the gimbal.
3. Adjust the ratchet tension by turning the set screw clockwise to tighten or
counterclockwise to loosen.
NOTICE: Overtightening a screw can damage the spring. Loosening a screw
too far can cause a spring to fall out in the transmitter and possibly damage
the circuitry within.
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CONTROL STICKS
To Change Control Stick Ends:
1. Grasp the stick and insert a 1.5mm allen key. Turn the set screw
counterclockwise to unlock the stick.
2. Unscrew the stick and replace it with optional stick ends (not included).
3. Once the new stick end is at the correct height, insert the allen key and
tighten the set screw to lock the stick.
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CONTROL STICK LENGTH ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the Control Stick Length:
1. Grasp the stick and insert a 1.5mm allen key. Turn the set screw
counterclockwise to unlock the stick.
2. Make the stick shorter by turning it clockwise or longer by turn ing it
counterclockwise. To screw the stick inward further, the set screw will need
to unscrew further as well.
3. After adjustment of stick length, grasp the stick, insert the allen key and
tighten the set screw to lock the stick.
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CONNECTING TWO iX12 TRANSMITTERS USING BLUETOOTH
The iX12 can communicate with other iX12 transmitters using Bluetooth.
1. Ensure both transmitters are not connected to any other Bluetooth devices.
2. Access the Android Settings menu in both transmitters.
3. Enable Bluetooth on both transmitters.
4. On one transmitter, select the other transmitter in the available Bluetooth
devices list and select pair.
5. To export a model file from the Spektrum AirWare app, select Export from
the drop down under the expand icon ( ) on the Model Details page.
Select Bluetooth and Export the file to the connected iX12. The connected
iX12 will show a pop up announcement when the file transfer is complete.
6. On the importing iX12, select Import under the drop down under the
expand icon ( ) on the Model Utilites page. Select the imported file from
the Bluetooth folder.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
Can’t find expected features
Wrong Model Type or Aircraft
type settings
Confirm Model Type and Aircraft
Type settings are correct for the
desired aircraft
Can’t find the Spektrum
AirWare app
Shortcut deleted or moved
from home screen
Select AirWare app in the
App drawer, and drag it to
the side to move it to one of
the home screens.
Battery meter inaccurate
Battery was charged
outside of transmitter
With the power off, fully re-
charge the battery in the trans-
mitter using the included USB
power supply.
Battery allowed to drain
completely during use
Bluetooth won’t connect
Bluetooth device not in
discoverable mode
Put the device being connected
to in discoverable mode
iX12 already connected to a
different Bluetooth device
Disconnect from other
Bluetooth devices first. This
may require powering off the
device or selecting FORGET
for that device in the
Bluetooth setup menu
Voice reports not functioning
Error in the text to speech
engine in Android
Open the settings menu in
Android, select Accessibility
under System, and select Text-
To-Speech output. In this menu
confirm the Google text to
speech engine is installed and
correctly configured
System is running slowly Third party apps
Keep the number of 3rd
party apps to a minimum,
and disable app alerts
Aircraft will not Bind
(during binding)
to transmitter
Transmitter too near aircraft
during binding process
Move powered transmitter
a few feet from aircraft,
disconnect and reconnect
flight battery to aircraft
Aircraft or transmitter is too
close to large metal object
Move the aircraft or transmitter
away from the large metal object
The bind plug is not installed
correctly in the bind port
Install bind plug in bind port
and bind the aircraft to the
transmitter
Flight battery/transmitter
battery charge is low
Replace/recharge batteries
Transmitter is EU version and
receiver is DSM2
The iX12 EU version is
not compatible with DSM2
receivers
Aircraft will not link
(after binding)
to transmitter
Transmitter too near aircraft
during linking process
Move powered transmitter
a few feet from aircraft,
disconnect and reconnect
flight battery to aircraft
Aircraft or transmitter is too
close to large metal object
Move the aircraft or transmitter
away from the large metal object
Bind plug left installed
in bind port
Rebind transmitter to the
aircraft and remove the bind
plug before cycling power
Aircraft is bound to different
model memory
Select the correct model
memory on transmitter
Flight battery/Transmitter
battery charge is too low
Replace/recharge batteries
Transmitter may have been bound
using different DSM protocol
Bind aircraft to transmitter
Damaged remote receiver or
receiver extension
Required remote receiver is
not connected
The receiver enters failsafe
mode a short distance away
from the transmitter
Receiver antenna cut or damaged
Replace or contact Horizon
Product Support
Main and remote receivers
too near each other
Install main and remote
receivers at least 2 inches
(51mm) apart
Receiver stops responding
during operation
Low battery voltage
Completely recharge flight
battery
Loose or damaged wires or
connectors between battery
and receiver
Do a check of the wires and
connection between battery
and receiver. Repair or replace
wires and/or connectors
Receiver loses its bind
Bind button pressed before
transmitter powered on
Rebind by performing binding
instructions
Receiver slowly blinking at
landing (DSM2 Only)
Loss of power to the receiver
during flight
Check battery voltage
System powered on and connected,
then receiver powered off without
powering off transmitter
Power off the transmitter when
the receiver is powered off
Flight log registers high
number of fades, losses or
holds or aircraft responds
irregularly to controls
Poor signal reception
Reposition remote receivers
for improved RF signal path
diversity
Electronic feedback
Check for and stop feedback
from servos or motor systems
to the ESC or receiver
Low power
Check aircraft power draw
and increase battery power or
decrease power demand by in-
stalled systems. Ensure all
aircraft batteries are fully
charged. Ensure the installed
BEC for an electric aircraft is
adequate for the power demand
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FAQS
Can I control Spektrum surface equipment with the iX12? no
Is it okay to root the android operating system to do custom upgrades and
Android configurations? no
Can the iX12 use the control sticks to control wifi or bluetooth devices? no
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1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
What this Warranty Covers
Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the
product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase.
What is Not Covered - This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i)
cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse,
negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or
maintenance, (iii) modification of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted
service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v)
Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, (vi) Product not
compliant with applicable technical regulations, or (vii) use that violates any
applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER
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WARRANTY SERVICES
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If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country
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WARRANTY AND SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION
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FCC INFORMATION
SPM12000:
Contains FCC ID: BRWDAMTX12
Contains FCC ID: BRWDASRX20
FCC ID: BRWIX12
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which
has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations
governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency range.
Antenna Separation Distance
When operating your Spektrum transmitter, please be sure to maintain a
separation distance of at least 20 cm between your body (excluding fingers,
hands, wrists, ankles and feet) and the antenna to meet RF exposure safety
requirements as determined by FCC regulations.
IC INFORMATION
SPM12000:
Contains IC: 6157A-AMTX12
Contains IC: 6157A-AMRX10
IC: 6157A-IX12
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, Including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION
Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of the RED, EMC, and LVD Directives.
A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online at:
http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support-render-compliance.
Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the European Union
This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is
the user’sresponsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by
handing it over to adesignated collection point for the recycling of
waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection
and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to
conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in amanner that
protects human health and the environment. For more information about
where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact
your local city office, your household waste disposal service or where you
purchased the product.
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© 2017 Horizon Hobby, LLC.
DSM2, DSMX, Spektrum AirWare, SmartSafe, AS3X, and Focal are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC.
The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc. The Bluetooth
®
word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and
any use of such marks by Horizon Hobby is under license.
The WiFi logo is a registered trademark of WiFi Alliance. The SD Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
All other trademarks, service marks and logos are property of their respective owners.
US 9,320,977. UK 6007706. Other patents pending.
12/17 SPM12000, SPM12000EU, SPM120001, SPM120001EU, SPMR12000, SPMR12000EU 52852
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