SPMAR9140T, SPMAR12310T, and SPMAR20310T PowerSafe™ User Guide Bedienungsanleitung SPMAR9140T, SPMAR12310T und SPMAR20310T PowerSafe Guide de l’utilisateur SPMAR9140T, SPMAR12310T et SPMAR20310T PowerSafe Manuale utente SPMAR9140T, SPMAR12310T e SPMAR20310T PowerSafe
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EN User Guide The AR9140T, AR12310T and AR20310T PowerSafe receivers feature 4 integrated telemetry ports that are compatible with Spektrum telemetry capable transmitters. For information on Spektrum Telemetry Sensors visit: http://www.spektrumrc.com Applications • Giant-scale aircraft • Jets with multiple high-current draw servos • Scale aircraft with multiple high-current draw servos and accessories (e.g. lights, ESCs, air valves, etc.
EN Specifications Type Dimensions (LxWxH) Weight Antenna Length Remote Receivers Channels Band Voltage Range Included Items SPM9645 SPM9011 SPM9012 SPM9013 SPM6820 EFLAEC302 SPMA9570A AR9140T AR12310T AR20310T DSM2/DSMX PowerSafe Telemetry Receiver 55.12 x 55.94 x 55.12 x 55.94 x 64.31 x 61.03 x 17.73mm 17.73mm 16.29mm 48.19g 48.19g 59.5g (1) - 6", (1) - 7" Yes (2)-Included Yes (3)-Included Yes (3)-Included 9 12 2.4GHz 3.
EN Battery Requirements Using One Battery The PowerSafe receiver allows the option of using one or two battery packs. When using one battery, simply plug the battery into either one of the two battery connectors (BATT 1 or BATT2). Be sure to secure the unused battery connector. Ensure that the open contacts of the unused battery are not back powered (not electrically hot); however, the unused connector should be secured to prevent it from entangling during flight.
EN The following setup is shown as a worst-case scenario indicative of some aerobatic pilots’ setups. It is not recommended to use this setup without proper voltage regulation for your servos. Airplane 40% YAK Servos 9-JR8711’s 1-8317 (throttle) Batteries Two 4000mAh 2-cell 7.4-volt Li-Po Regulator None Engine DA150 Weight 40 lb Flight envelope Aggressive 3D Average current 2.62 amps Peak current 17.8 amps Milliamps (used per 10-minute flight) 435mAh File: JasonNoll.
EN Airplane 33% Sukhoi Servos 7-JR8611’s 1-8317 (throttle) Batteries 1- 4000mAh 2-cell 7.4-volt Li-Po Regulator 6 volts Engine DA100 Weight 26 lb Flight envelope Moderate 3D Average current .82 amps Peak current 6.92 amps Milliamps (used per 10-minute flight) 137mAh File: sukhio Session:All Sessions 7 6.5 6 5.5 5 4.5 PackAmps_A 4 3.5 3 2.5 2 1.5 1 0.5 0 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 Seconds PackAmps_A: Min 0.00 Max 6.92 Avg 0.
EN Battery Voltage NOTICE: DO NOT use a battery below 6.0 volts to power the PowerSafe receiver. Four-cell, 4.8-volt batteries do not provide enough voltage headroom (additional margin needed) necessary to power the system when heavily loaded. Under load, the system voltage can drop below the voltage system’s minimum operating voltage threshold (3.5 volts) and cause loss of control. The PowerSafe receiver is capable of handling voltages from 6.0 to 10.0 volts.
EN 1. Using foam or thick double-sided foam tape and tie wraps, secure the main PowerSafe unit in the position where you would normally mount the receiver. 2. Mount the switch on the side of your aircraft and insert the switch plug in the port in the main unit marked SWITCH. The PowerSafe receiver uses a specifically designed switch. Conventionally wired switches are not compatible with the PowerSafe receiver.
EN Mounting the Remote Receivers Antenna Polarization For optimum RF link performance, mount the remote antennas in an orientation that allows for the best possible signal reception when the aircraft is at all possible attitudes and positions. This is known as antenna polarization. This allows the greatest exposed visual cross-section of the antennas from all aircraft orientations.
EN • 35% aerobatic plane with single NiMH battery and three remote receivers PowerSafe RX PowerSafe RX PowerSafe RX PowerSafe RX PowerSafe RX • 35% aerobatic plane with dual NiMH batteries and three remote receivers PowerSafe RX PowerSafe RX PowerSafe RX PowerSafe RX • 40% aerobatic plane with dual LiPo batteries, dual regulators and three remote receivers PowerSafe RX PowerSafe RX PowerSafe RX PowerSafe RX • Jet with dual LiPo batteries, dual regulators and three remote receivers PowerSafe RX
EN Binding NOTICE: In order for the system to operate, one remote receiver must be connected. If an additional remote receiver is added after initial binding, the system must be re-bound to recognize the additional remote receiver. How To Bind the PowerSafe Receiver The AR9140T, AR12310T and AR20310T PowerSafe receivers must be bound to the transmitter before they will operate.
EN Failsafe The AR9140T, AR12310T and AR20310T PowerSafe receivers features two types of failsafe: SmartSafe™ and Preset Failsafe. Failsafe position is set during binding. In the unlikely event that the radio link is lost during use, the receiver will drive all channels to its pre-programmed failsafe position. Pre-Connect Failsafe — Receiver Power Only If the receiver is powered ON, but there is no transmitter signal (transmitter powered OFF), there will be no output pulses to the servos.
EN Preset Failsafe Preset failsafe is ideal for sailplanes, allowing the aircraft to automatically dethermalize if the signal is lost. With preset failsafe, all channels go to their preset failsafe positions if the signal is lost, preventing a flyaway. When the receiver detects a signal from the transmitter, normal aircraft operation resumes. Preset Failsafe 1 Move all sticks and switches on the transmitter to desired Failsafe position.
EN all remote receivers are operating optimally and that the installation (position of the receivers) is optimized for the specific aircraft. This Advanced Range Check allows the RF performance of each remote receiver to be evaluated and to optimize the locations of each individual remote receiver. 1. Standing 30 paces away from the model, face the model with the transmitter in your normal flying position. 2. Put your transmitter in range test mode.
EN Flight Log Flight Log data is available through a telemetry capable Spektrum AirWare™ transmitter. The Flight Log displays overall RF link performance as well as the individual internal and external receiver link data. Additionally, it displays receiver voltage.
EN Receiver Power System Requirements Inadequate power systems that are unable to provide the necessary minimum voltage to the receiver during flight have become the number one cause of in-flight failures.
EN Telemetry The Spektrum AR9140T, AR12310T and AR20310T PowerSafe telemetry receivers features 4 integrated telemetry ports that are compatible with Spektrum telemetry capable transmitters. • No telemetry module required. Telemetry is built into the receiver. • No sensor is required to receive Flight Log or receiver pack voltage directly on any telemetry capable Spektrum transmitter. • The PowerSafe telemetry receivers include the SPMA9570 Aircraft Telemetry Flight Pack Voltage Sensor. 1.
EN ModelMatch™ Technology Some Spektrum and JR transmitters offer a feature called ModelMatch. ModelMatch technology prevents the possibility of operating a model using the wrong model memory, potentially preventing a crash. With ModelMatch, each model memory has its own unique code (GUID) and during the binding process the code is programmed into the receiver. Later, when the system is turned on, the receiver will only connect to the transmitter if the corresponding model memory is programmed on screen.
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EN Antenna Separation Distance When operating your 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 This illustration shows the approximate 20 cm RF exposure area and typical hand placement when operating your transmitter.
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