DX5 Pro 2021 Manual

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SPEKTRUM DX5 PRO • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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OPTIONAL LITHIUM BATTERY
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by
an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according
to state and local laws.
Installing Optional Lithium Ion Battery Pack
(not included)
IMPORTANT: Set the transmitter battery type to Li-Ion in the
Display/Battery menu and ensure the battery voltage alert is set
to the proper voltage. See the System section for more details.
1. Remove the battery cover from the bottom of the transmitter.
2. Remove the AA battery holder and disconnect from the
transmitter power port.
3. Connect the battery pack to the transmitter power port.
4. Install the battery pack into the transmitter.
5. Install the battery cover.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
The system will not
connect
Transmitter and receiver too near each other Move transmitter 8 to 12 feet (2.4 to 3.6m) from receiver
Transmitter and receiver too near large
metal objects (vehicles, etc.)
Move away from large metal objects (vehicles, etc.)
Selected model is not bound in transmitter
Make sure correct model memory is selected and that
transmitter is bound to the model
Transmitter accidentally put in bind mode so
receiver is no longer bound
Rebind transmitter and receiver
Bind plug left installed in bind port
Rebind transmitter to the vehicle and remove the bind plug
before cycling power
Vehicle battery/Transmitter battery charge is
too low
Replace/recharge batteries
The receiver goes
into failsafe mode a
short distance away
from the transmitter
The receiver needs to be properly mounted
for antenna placement
Replace or contact Horizon product Support
Receiver quits
responding during
operation
Low battery voltage Completely recharge 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
Transmitter accidentally put in bind mode,
ending bind to receiver
Bind transmitter to receiver
Can’t assign
functions to the
desired switches or
buttons
Buttons and/or switches are already
assigned to another function
Re-assign functions to other buttons or switches to free up
the switch so it can be assigned to your designated function
Function requires a switch or trimmer, but-
tons have limited functionality
Select a switch or trimmer if your designated function will
not work with a button.