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Spektrum iX12 Owner's manual

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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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