User Manual

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Timber X 1.2m
Preflight
Transmitter Setup (BNF Basic)
IMPORTANT: After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and
receiver to set the desired failsafe positions.
Dual Rates
Take first flights in Low Rate. For landings, use high rate elevator.
NOTICE: To ensure AS3X
®
technology functions properly, do not lower rate
values below 50%. If lower rates are desired, manually adjust the position of
the pushrods on the servo arm.
NOTICE: If oscillation occurs at high speed, refer to the Troubleshooting
Guide for more information.
Expo
After first flights, you may adjust expo in your transmitter.
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Some of the terminology and function locations used in the iX12 and iX20
programming may be slightly different than other Spektrum AirWare™ radios.
The names given in parenthesis correspond to the iX12 and iX20 programming
terminology. Consult your transmitter manual for specific information about
programming your transmitter.
* Flap programming values may vary slightly. For your initial flights use the
recommended flap travel settings provided in the Flaps section and adjust the flap
travel to your preference on subsequent flights.
Computerized Transmitter Setup
Start all transmitter programming with a blank ACRO model (perform a
model reset), then name the model.
Set Dual Rates to
HIGH 100%
LOW 70%
Set Servo Travel to 100%
Set Throttle Cut to -130%
DXe
Refer to spektrumrc.com for the appropriate download setup.
DX6i
1. Go to the SETUP LIST MENU
2. Set MODEL TYPE: ACRO
3. Go to ADJUST LIST MENU
4. Set FLAPS: Norm 0 Flap Elev 0
LAND £100 Flap Elev 20
DX7S
DX8
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP
2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set WING TYPE: 1 AIL 1 FLAP
4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST
5. Set FLAP SYSTEM: Choose Flap
NORM: -0% FLAP
MID: 50% FLAP 14% Elevator
LAND: 100% FLAP 20% Elevator
SPEED 2.0S: SWITCH = FLAP
DX6e, DX8e
DX6, DX7,
DX8 (Gen2)
DX9
DX10t
DX18
DX20
iX12, iX20
NX6, NX10
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP (Model Utilities)
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2. Set MODEL TYPE: AIRPLANE
3. Set AIRCRAFT TYPE (Model Setup, Aircraft Type)
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:
WING: 1 AIL 1 FLAP
4. Go to the FUNCTION LIST (Model Adjust)
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5. Set FLAP SYSTEM:
SELECT SWITCH D:
POS 0: 0% FLAP*
POS 1: 50% FLAP* 14% Elevator
POS 2: 100% FLAP* 20% Elevator
SPEED 2.0
SAFE
®
Select Technology (BNF Basic)
The evolutionary SAFE
®
Select technology can offer an extra level of protection so you can perform the first flight with confidence. No complex transmitter
programming is required. Just follow the simple bind process to make the SAFE Select system active. When activated, bank and pitch limitations keep you from
over-controlling and automatic self-leveling makes recovery from risky or confusing attitudes as simple as releasing the sticks. In fact, with the aileron, elevator
and rudder sticks in the neutral position, SAFE Select will automatically keep the airplane in a straight and level attitude.
Expand the advantage of what SAFE
®
Select technology offers by assigning it to a switch. No transmitter programming is required and you’ll be able to turn
the system ON and OFF with the flip of a switch. For example, turn SAFE select ON for takeoffs to counter the torque of the propeller. Turn it OFF in flight for
unrestricted aerobatic performance, and turn it back ON when a buddy wants to try out your cool aircraft. Turn SAFE Select ON for landings. As you drop the flaps,
SAFE Select reduces your workload by compensating for pitch changes automatically, regardless of throttle position. It will help keep the correct pitch attitude and
wings level during the final approach. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, SAFE Select can make your flights a great experience.
When the normal bind process is followed, the SAFE Select system is disabled, leaving specially tuned AS3X
®
technology in place to deliver a pure, unrestricted
flight experience.
1. Remove and inspect contents.
2. Read this instruction manual thoroughly.
3. Charge the flight battery.
4. Setup Transmitter using transmitter setup chart.
5. Fully assemble the airplane.
6. Install the flight battery in the aircraft (once it has been fully charged).
7. Check the Center of Gravity (CG).
8. Bind the aircraft to your transmitter.
9. Make sure linkages move freely.
10. Test the flap operation.
11. Perform the Control Direction Test with the transmitter.
12. Perform the AS3X Control Direction Test with the aircraft.
13. Adjust flight controls and transmitter.
14. Perform a radio system Range Test.
15. Find a safe open area to fly.
16. Plan flight for flying field conditions.
To expand the aerobatic capability of the Timber X, the flaps can be configured
to move with the ailerons for full span ailerons. To keep the SAFE Select
functionality with full span ailerons, a 7 channel or more transmitter is required.
See the BNF advanced receiver setup page later in this manual for details.