DX5 Pro 5-Channel 2.
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EN TABLE OF CONTENTS Identifying Controls and Switches.....................................4 Main Screen........................................................................4 Installing Batteries.............................................................4 Micro SD-Card....................................................................5 Registering the Transmitter...............................................5 Updating Raceware™ Software........................................6 Navigation............
EN IDENTIFYING CONTROLS AND SWITCHES R M A B C N O P Q S D T E F L G J H K I A: Button C B: Switch I C: Knob D: Button B E: Button F F: Button G G: Button H H: Button A I: Button E J: Trigger (throttle/brake) K: Steering Wheel L: Button D M: Antenna N: LCD Screen O: Button L P: Roller Wheel Q: Button R R: SD Card Reader S: Power LED T: Power Button MAIN SCREEN The Main Screen displays information about the active model, including the Timer (when activated).
EN MICRO SD-CARD* Installing the Micro SD-Card A Micro SD-Card (not included) enables drivers to: • Import (copy) models from any compatible Spektrum™ RaceWare™ transmitter • Export (transfer) models to any Spektrum RaceWare transmitter • Update Firmware in the transmitter To install the Micro SD-Card: 1. Power off the transmitter. 2. Install the Micro SD-Card in the card reader slot located behind the small rubber door on the side of the transmitter.
EN UPDATING RACEWARE™ SOFTWARE NOTICE: The orange LED Spektrum bars flash and a status bar appears on the screen when RaceWare™ software updates are installing. Never power off the transmitter when updates are installing. Doing so may damage the system files. NOTICE: Before installing any RaceWare files, always Export All Models to an SD Card separate from the SD Card containing the update. The update may erase all model files. For more information on RaceWare software updates, visit www.spektrumrc.
EN NAVIGATION Using the Scroll Wheel Selector • Scroll the scroll wheel to move through the screen content or change programming values. Click the scroll wheel to make a selection. • Use the Back Button to go back to go to the previous screen (for example, to go from the Mixing Screen to the Function List). • Use the Clear Button to return a selected value on a screen to the default setting. • The Main Screen appears when you power on the transmitter.
EN FUNCTION LIST Click the scroll wheel from the main screen to access the Pre-Loaded Model Setups FUNCTION LIST. The FUNCTION LIST contains all the available The DX5 Pro is pre-loaded with several Losi vehicles which take menus on the DX5 Pro. The functions include: advantage of the drive mode capabilities in the radio.
EN FUNCTION LIST Sub-Trim Subtrim offsets the entire range of servo travel including the center and endpoint positions. Reverse Use the Reverse menu to reverse the channel direction. For example, if the Steering servo moves Left, reversing the channel will move the Steering servo Right. To reverse a channel direction: 1. Scroll to Travel and click the scroll wheel. Scroll up or down until Reverse appears, then click the scroll wheel again to save the selection. 2.
EN FUNCTION LIST Exponential The Exponential (Expo) function affects the response rate of the steering, throttle and/or brake. A positive Steering Expo value, for example, decreases steering sensitivity around neutral to make it easier to drive at high speeds in a straight line while still allowing for maximum turning radius. While sensitivity with positive Expo is decreased around neutral, it increases the sensitivity near the end of travel.
EN FUNCTION LIST Binding 6. Scroll to Bind and click the scroll wheel. The orange LED flashes on top of the transmitter. Binding is the Process of teaching the receiver the specific transmitter’s code called GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) and storing failsafe values. When a receiver is bound to a transmitter/ model memory, the receiver will only respond to that specific transmitter/model memory. 7.
EN FUNCTION LIST 4WS (4-Wheel Steering) 4WS options in the DX5 Pro offer four different steering configurations using one switch; Crab, 4WS, front only, and rear only steering. 1. Select 4WS and click the scroll wheel. 2. To activate, select Inhibit and scroll to select the second steering channel. Select STR > AUX and scroll to choose a channel to use for the second steering (slave) channel. 3. Assign a switch or set the switch assignment to ON. 4.
EN FUNCTION LIST Mixing (continued) Motor on axle (Moa) The MOA Throttle Mix is used to adjust the throttle bias on rock crawlers using a “motor on axle” configuration. 1. Select THROTTLE and click the scroll wheel. 2. Select MOA and click the scroll wheel. 3. To activate, select Inhibit and scroll to select THR > AUX. 4. Assign a switch to the mix. Only the rate value for the front motor can be edited. As you configure the front rate, the rear rate is updated appropriately to show the distribution.
EN FUNCTION LIST AVC Tuning (AVC Receiver not included) A value from 0 to 100 is used for three settings that affect tuning; steering gain, throttle gain, and priority. These values configure the receiver to your vehicle so you can tune it for optimal performance based on your driving style. It is normal for gain and priority tuning results to vary.
EN FUNCTION LIST Automatic Braking System (ABS) ABS helps prevent brake lock-ups and improves braking performance by pulsing the brakes. ABS helps prevent brake lock-ups and improves braking performance by pulsing the brakes. To activate ABS: 1. Assign a switch to toggle ABS ON/ OFF or select ON. Options: 2. Select functions to edit. • Point: The throttle position that the pulse braking takes place (0 to 100, default is 50). 3.
EN FUNCTION LIST Trim Assign 1. From within Trim Setup, select NEXT. Trim Assign allows for the assigning of a switch to the Steering or Throttle trims. 2. Select channels to assign a switch to. 3. Scroll Up/Down or toggle a switch/ button to assign. 4. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection. Aux Assign Channel assign: Channel Assign allows for the assigning of a switch or trimmer as input to an AUX channel. 1. Select a channel to edit. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection. 2.
EN FUNCTION LIST Firma Programming Advanced features for your ESC may be accessed directly through your transmitter when using a compatible Spektrum™ Firma™ Smart speed control with a Smart compatible telemetry receiver. To Access the Firma Programming Menu: 1. Power ON DX5 Pro Transmitter. 2. Power ON your Smart equipped vehicle. 3. When the Smart logo is visible on the Main Screen, use the Roller Wheel to scroll to the Firma Prog page. 4. Follow the on-screen prompts as directed.
EN FUNCTION LIST Drive Mode Every model can have up to 5 drive modes programmed to a switch or button for On-The-Fly adjustments. Once a drive mode is selected, changes may be made to various functions from a single switch selection. Where as normally functions are limited to one switch at any time, with a drive mode enabled, multiple functions tied to a single switch let a driver make quick changes.
EN SYSTEM SETTINGS System settings allows adjustments to the following transmitter settings: • Display • Trims • Sounds • About • Calibrate Display User Name The User Name field displays your name above the model name on the main screen. 1. Scroll to the desired letter position and click the scroll wheel once. A flashing box appears. 2. Scroll Up or Down until the desired character appears. Click the scroll wheel once to save the character. 3. Scroll to the next desired letter position.
EN SYSTEM SETTINGS Trims Assign Trims to any trimmer or switch on the transmitter. 1. Select the Trim position from the list. 2. Push the scroll wheel once to select the position. 3. Scroll to select the Trim desired in that position. 4. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection. Sound settings Turn system sounds ON/OFF. 1. Select the sound from the list. 2. Push the scroll wheel once to Activate/Inhibit. 3. Click the scroll wheel to save the selection. About Displays the transmitter’s Serial Number.
EN SYSTEM SETUP Press and hold the scroll wheel while powering on the transmitter to show the System Setup list. No radio transmission occurs when a System Setup screen is displayed, preventing accidental damage to linkages and servos during changes to programming. The System Setup memu can also be accessed from the Function list without turning the transmitter off. A Caution screen will appear that warns that RF will be disabled (the transmitter will no longer transmit).
EN SYSTEM SETUP Create new model 1. Select the CREATE NEW MODEL and click the scroll wheel. 2. Select CREATE to create a new model or CANCEL to go back. 3. The new model is available in the model select list. CAUTION: NEVER change the model in Model Select while operating a model. Changing the model memory interrupts the transmitter signal to the receiver and may cause loss of vehicle control, damage or personal injury.
EN SYSTEM SETUP Sort Model List With this function you can sort the model order in the model select function. This is helpful to group similar models together to make them easy to find. To move a model, highlight the model that you wish to move with the scroll wheel, then click the scroll wheel to select it. Scroll the scroll wheel to move the selected model to the position desired. Click the scroll wheel when you have the model in the position desired.
EN PHYSICAL TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENTS The DX5 Pro is designed to be extremely adjustable to suite a wide variety of driver needs. Available adjustments are: • Adjustable trigger and steering tension • Multiple trigger position • Multiple wheel drop-down options • 2 optional grip sizes (not included) • 10˚ and 15˚ Steering Adapters (not included) • Small and Large Steering Wheel (small wheel not included) Throttle Distance Adjustment Loosen the bolt with a 2.5mm hex wrench.
EN PHYSICAL TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENTS Dropdown steering wheel options The DX5 Pro comes with the dropdown wheel installed. The dropdown can be rotated for a perfect feel or removed for a standard wheel layout. All the parts necessary to convert to the standard wheel are included. Rotate: • Turn off the DX5 Pro • Using a 2mm hex wrench, remove 3 screws. • Rotate the drop down to the desired angle. • Align with the screw holes and re-install the 3 screws being careful not to pinch any wires.
EN SR2100 RECEIVER The Spektrum™ DX5 Pro bundle SPM5010 includes the SR2100 3-channel DSMR® receiver. This receiver is optimized for racing applications and is compatible with all Spektrum DSMR surface transmitters. The SR2100 receiver does not feature telemetry. Install the SR2100 receiver securely where it is protected and isolated from vibration. The SR2100 receiver has an integrated PCB antenna in the case, and the bind button needs to be accessible.
EN OPTIONAL LITHIUM BATTERY 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.
EN OPTIONAL PARTS LIST PART # PARTS DESCRIPTION SPM6719 Spektrum DX6R Transmitter Case SPM9050 Grip Set, S, M, L: DX6R SPM9052 Small Wheel w/Foam: DX6R SPM9053 Wedges, 10/15 Deg: DX6R SPM9055 Wheel Cam Set, 32/36 Deg: DX6R SPM9058 Grip Attachment Tape: DX6R SPMB2000LITX 2000mah Li-Ion TX battery SPM6834 TX Charge Adapter SPM9054 Trigger - DX5 Pro SPM9061 Large Wheel - Black DX5 Pro, 6R SPM9062 Small Wheel - Black DX5 Pro, 6R Additional optional parts and details are available at Spekt
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EN 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. 20 cm The illustrations show the approximate 20 cm RF exposure area and typical hand placement when operating your Spektrum transmitter.
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