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2SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENWARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly 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 common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible compo-nents 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.WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS Always purchase from a Horizon Hobby, LLC 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.Age Recommendation: Not for Children under 14 years. This is not a toy.WARRANTY REGISTRATIONVisit spektrumrc.com today to register your product.NOTICE: While DSMX technology allows you to use more than 40 transmitters simultaneously, when using DSM2 receivers, DSMX receivers in DSM2 mode or transmitters in DSM2 mode, do not use more than 40 transmitters simultaneously.General Notes • Models are hazardous when operated and maintained incorrectly. • Always install and operate a radio control system correctly. • Always pilot a model so the model is kept under control in all conditions. • Please seek help from an experienced pilot or your local hobby store. • Contact local or regional modeling organizations for guidance and instructions about ﬂ ying in your area. • When working with a model, always power on the transmitter ﬁ rst and power off the transmitter last. • After a model is bound to a transmitter and the model is set up in the transmitter, always bind the model to the transmitter again to establish failsafe settings. Pilot Safety• Always make sure all batteries are fully charged before ﬂ ying. • Time ﬂ ights so you can ﬂ y safely within the time allotted by your battery.• Perform a range check of the transmitter and the model before ﬂ ying the model. • Make sure all control surfaces correctly respond to transmitter controls before ﬂ ying. • Do NOT ﬂ y a model near spectators, parking areas or any other area that could result in injury to people or damage to property.• Do NOT ﬂ y during adverse weather conditions. Poor visibility, wind, moisture and ice can cause pilot disorientation and/or loss of control of a model. • When a ﬂ ying model does not respond correctly to controls, land the model and correct the cause of the problem.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.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 superﬁ cial 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 little or no possibility of injury.NOTICEMeaning of Special Language

3SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALEN• DX8e Transmitter (SPMR8105)• 4 – AA Alkaline cells with holder• ManualBEFORE USING YOUR TRANSMITTER Before going any further, visit the Spektrum Community website at spektrumrc.com to register your transmitter and download the latest Spektrum AirWare™ ﬁ rmware updates. A registration reminder screen occasionally appears until you register your transmitter. When you register your transmitter, the reminder screen does not appear again.BOX CONTENTSSupport Videos: For helpful videos on programming the DX8e and other Spektrum AirWare™ equipped transmitters, go to www.spektrumrc.com/CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to state and local laws.Failure to exercise caution while using this product and comply with the following warnings could result in product malfunction, electrical issues, excessive heat, FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.• NEVER LEAVE THE BATTERY AND CHARGER UNATTENDED DURING USE• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT• Read all safety precautions and literature prior to use of this product• Never allow minors to charge battery packs• Never drop charger or batteries• Never attempt to charge damaged batteries• Never attempt to charge a battery pack containing different types of batteries• Never charge a battery if the cable has been pinched or shorted• Never allow batteries or battery packs to come into contact with moisture at any time• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places (recommended between 50–80˚ F or 10–27˚ C) or place in direct sunlight• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the charger cool between charges• Always inspect a new battery before charging• Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the product malfunctions• Always keep batteries and charger away from any material that could be affected by heat (such as ceramic and tile), as they can get hot• Always end the charging process if the charger or battery becomes hot to the touch or starts to change form (swell) during the charge processBATTERY AND CHARGING PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

4SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENTABLE OF CONTENTSBattery and Charging Precautions and Warnings .....................3Box Contents ..................................................................................3Installing the Transmitter Batteries .............................................5Installing Optional Lithium Ion Battery Pack ..............................5Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack .......................................5Transmitter Functions ...............................................................6–7Main Screen ...................................................................................8Navigation ......................................................................................8Auto Switch Select ...........................................................................8SD Card ...........................................................................................9Installing the SD Card.......................................................................9Registering the Transmitter with Spektrum .......................................9Update Spektrum AirWare™ Software .............................................10Binding .......................................................................................... 11Receiver Power System Requirements .....................................12Recommended Power System Test Guidelines ...............................12European Union Receiver Requirements .........................................12QuickConnect™ Technology with Brownout Detection .....................12How QuickConnect Technology with Brownout Detection Works...................................................12Programming Failsafe Positions ................................................13SmartSafe™ Failsafe ......................................................................13Hold Last Command ......................................................................13Preset Failsafe ...............................................................................13Model Type Programming Guide................................................14SYSTEM SETUP ............................................................................15Model Select ..................................................................................15Model Type ....................................................................................15Model Name ..................................................................................16F-Mode Setup................................................................................16Flight Mode Setup ..........................................................................17Channel Assignment ......................................................................17Channel Input Conﬁ guration ...........................................................17Trim Setup .....................................................................................18Model Utilities ................................................................................18Warnings .......................................................................................19Telemetry ......................................................................................20Preﬂ ight Setup ...............................................................................21Frame Rate ....................................................................................21Bind ............................................................................................... 21Digital Switch Setup .......................................................................23System Settings ...........................................................................24User Name ....................................................................................24Contrast ......................................................................................... 24Backlight .......................................................................................24Mode ............................................................................................. 24Battery Alarm .................................................................................24Selecting a Language ....................................................................25Inactive Alarm ................................................................................25Extra Settings .................................................................................25Serial Number ................................................................................26Exporting the Serial Number to the SD Card ...................................26Locating the Transmitter Spektrum AirWare Software Version .........26Calibrate ........................................................................................26Transfer SD Card ..........................................................................27Import Model .................................................................................27Export Model .................................................................................27Update AirWare Software ...............................................................28FUNCTION LIST .............................................................................29Servo Setup ...................................................................................29Travel Adjust ..................................................................................29Sub-Trim .......................................................................................29Reverse .........................................................................................29Speed ............................................................................................ 30Balance .........................................................................................30AS3X Gain Live View (ACRO and SAIL Types Only) ..........................30D/R & Exponential ..........................................................................31Differential (ACRO and SAIL Types Only) .........................................31Throttle Cut (ACRO and HELI Types Only) ........................................31Throttle Curve (ACRO and HELI Types Only) ....................................31Mixing ...........................................................................................32Assigning a Mix to a Switch ...........................................................32Back Mixing ...................................................................................33Range Test .....................................................................................33Timer .............................................................................................33Telemetry .......................................................................................34System Setup ................................................................................34Monitor .......................................................................................... 34ACRO (AIRPLANE) ........................................................................35Aircraft Type ...................................................................................35Recommended Servo Connections ................................................35Icon ...............................................................................................35Elevon Servo Control ......................................................................36Flap System ...................................................................................36ACRO Mixing .................................................................................36HELI (HELICOPTER) ......................................................................37Swash Type ...................................................................................37Collective Type ...............................................................................37Pitch Curve ....................................................................................37Swashplate .................................................................................... 38Gyro ..............................................................................................38Tail Curve ......................................................................................38Mixing ..........................................................................................38SAIL (SAILPLANE) ........................................................................39Sailplane Type ................................................................................39Camber Preset ..............................................................................39Camber System .............................................................................39SAIL Mixing ...................................................................................40V-Tail Differential ............................................................................40MULTI (MULTIROTOR) ..................................................................41Multirotor Model Type ....................................................................41F-Mode Setup................................................................................41Trim Setup .....................................................................................41D/R & Exponential ..........................................................................41Motor Cut ......................................................................................41Motor Curve ..................................................................................41PHYSICAL TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENTS ................................43Ratcheted Throttle –Smooth Throttle Adjustment ...........................43Adjust Stick Tension .......................................................................43Mode Change Slider ......................................................................44Programming Conversion...............................................................44Calibrating .....................................................................................44TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE..........................................................451-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY .....................................................46WARRANTY AND SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION ................47FCC INFORMATION .......................................................................47ANTENNA SEPARATION DISTANCE .............................................47IC INFORMATION ..........................................................................47FAA INFORMATION .......................................................................47AMA NATIONAL MODEL AIRCRAFT SAFETY CODE ...................47COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION .......48Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union .........................................................................48

5SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENINSTALLING OPTIONAL LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACKINSTALLING THE TRANSMITTER BATTERIES1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the transmitter.2. Remove the AA battery holder and disconnect from the transmitter power port.3. Remove the rectangular foam and ﬂ at foam from the battery compartment.4. Connect the battery pack (SPMA9602) to the transmitter power port.5. Install the optional Li-Ion battery pack into the transmitter.6. Install the battery cover.CAUTION: When installing a Li-Ion battery pack, always set the battery chemistry to Li-Ion in the Systems Setting screen and correctly set the low voltage alarm.1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the transmitter.2. Install the included 4 AA batteries into the battery holder.3. Install the battery cover.The optional Li-Ion battery has an internal charger designed to quick charge at a rate of 0.5 amps. The charge port on the battery is not polarity-dependent. CAUTION: Never connect an external battery charger to your DX8e transmitter. Always charge the transmitter on a heat-resistant surface.1. Power off your transmitter. 2. Connect the power supply (SPM9551) connector to the Li-Ion charge port located under the rubber ﬂ ap on the battery door. 3. Connect the power supply to a power outlet using the appropriate adapter. 4. Disconnect the transmitter from the power supply once charging is complete and disconnect the power supply from the power outlet.CAUTION: Never leave a charging battery unattended.CAUTION: Never charge a battery overnight.Battery AlarmThe System Settings Screen allows you to change the battery type and low voltage alarm settings. See “System Settings” for more information.• An alarm will sound when the battery reaches the low voltage limit (6.4V for LiPo/Li-Ion).CAUTION: Never change the low voltage limit for LiPo/Li-Ion batteries from 6.4V. Doing so could over-discharge the battery and damage both battery and transmitter.CHARGING THE LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACK

6SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENTRANSMITTER FUNCTIONSFunction1LED2Elevator Trim (Mode 2, 4)Throttle Trim (Mode 1, 3)3R Knob4Switch H5Switch G6Switch F7Throttle Tension AdjustmentThrottle Ratchet Adjustment (Mode 1, 3)8Throttle/Aileron Stick (Mode 1)Elevator/Aileron Stick (Mode 2) Throttle/Rudder Stick (Mode 3)Elevator/Rudder Stick (Mode 4)Function9Left/Right Gimbal Stick Tension Adjustment10 Up/Down Gimbal Stick Tension Adjustment11 Aileron Trim (Mode 1, 2)Rudder Trim (Mode 3, 4)12 Neck Strap Mount13 Scroll wheel14 LCD15 Buzzer Grill16 Back Button17 Clear Button18 Rudder Trim (Mode 1, 2)Aileron Trim (Mode 3, 4)Function19Throttle Tension AdjustmentThrottle Ratchet Adjustment (Mode 2, 4)20Elevator/Rudder Stick (Mode 1)Throttle/Rudder Stick (Mode 2)Elevator/Aileron Stick (Mode 3)Throttle/Aileron Stick (Mode 4)21 Left/Right Gimbal Stick Tension Adjustment22 Up/Down Gimbal Stick Tension Adjustment23 Switch D24 Switch B25 Switch AFunction26 Switch C27 Bind/Switch28 Elevator Trim (Mode 1, 3)Throttle Trim (Mode 2, 4)29 On/Off Switch30 AntennaThe transmitter comes with a thin, clear plastic ﬁ lm applied to some front panels for protection during shipping. Humidity and use may cause this ﬁ lm to come off. Carefully remove this ﬁ lm as desired. 1562478910111213141516171819202122242326272829 30325

7SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENTRANSMITTER FUNCTIONSPowering the DX8e On and Off1. Press the power button to turn on the DX8e.2. Press and hold the power button for about 4 seconds to power off the DX8e.Function1Bind Button2Switch A3Handle4Mode Change Slider5SD Card OpeningFunction6Charge Port for Use w/ Optional Lithium Ion Battery7Battery Cover8Mode Change Door9Antenna Rotation Tension134567892

8SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALEN• Scroll the scroll wheel to move through the screen content or change programming values. Press the scroll wheel to make a selection. • Use the Back button 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.• Direct Model Access enables you to access the Model Select screen without powering off the transmitter. Anytime the transmitter power is on, press the Clear and Back buttons to access the Model Select screen.• 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.• At the main screen you can scroll to view the servo monitor.• The Main Screen appears when you power on the transmitter. Press the scroll wheel once to display the Function List. • When you want to change a value in a screen for a particular control position, move the control to the desired position to highlight the value you want to change, such as 0/1/2, up/down or left/right. Enter, Choose or ExitMove between options or change value in an optionHold for 3 seconds and release to move to the Main ScreenScroll HoldPressTip: The tick mark below shows the current switch position.Rolling and clicking the scroll wheel turns the selected box black, indicating that the value or condition will act on that position.MAIN SCREENNAVIGATIONAuto Switch SelectTo easily select a switch in a function, such as a program mix, roll with the scroll wheel to highlight the switch selection box, and press the scroll wheel. The box around the switch should now ﬂ ash. To select a switch, toggle the switch you wish to select. Verify the switch selection is now displayed as desired. When correct, press the scroll wheel to select this switch and complete the switch selection.FunctionAModel NameDSMX/DSM2 If not shown, this indicates not boundDisplays throttle positionDDigital Battery Voltage (an alarm sounds and the screen ﬂ ashes when battery charge gets down to 6.4V for a LiPo/Li Ion battery.)EModel AvatarFElevator Trim (Mode 2, 4) Throttle Trim (Mode 1, 3)GAileron Trim (Mode 1, 2) Rudder Trim (Mode 3, 4)HModel Memory TimerFunctionIRudder Trim (Mode 1, 2) Aileron Trim (Mode 3, 4)JThrottle Trim (Mode 2, 4) Elevator Trim (Mode 1, 3)KTimerEDB CJKAFGI HBC

9SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENInstalling an SD CardAn SD Card (not included) enables you to:• Import (copy) models from any compatible* Spektrum AirWare™ transmitter• Export (transfer) models to any Spektrum AirWare transmitter*• Update Spektrum AirWare software in the transmitter• Install/Update sound ﬁ les• Back up models for safe keepingTo install or remove a SD Card:1. Power off the transmitter.2. Remove the battery door.3. Press the SD Card into the card slot with the card label facing up as shown.Registering the Transmitter with SpektrumExporting the transmitter serial number to the SD Card allows you to upload the serial number directly into the registration screen at www.spektrumrc.com.To export the serial number:1. Press and hold the scroll wheel while powering the transmitter on until the System Setup list appears.2. Scroll to the System Settings menu. Press the scroll wheel once to open the menu.3. Select NEXT on the System Settings and Extra Settings screens.4. When the Serial Number screen appears, select EXPORT.5. Power off the transmitter and remove the SD Card from the transmitter.To Upload the serial number to www.spektrumrc.com:1. Insert the SD Card in your computer and check the contents of the SD card on your computer for a “My_DX8e.xml” ﬁ le.2. In your favorite browser navigate to www.spektrumrc.com and ﬁ nd the Product Registration link on the top of the page as shown.3. If you do not already have an account, create one now. If you have an account login in with your secure login.4. Once logged in go to the “My Spektrum” page. Fill out all relevant information. Once you select your transmitter model from the pull down menu you will be asked to upload the serial number.5. Click on the Select button to navigate to the “My_DX8e.xml” ﬁ le on the SD card that is in your computer’s SD card reader and select the ﬁ le.6. Click on the Upload from xml ﬁ le... button and the serial number will populate into the Serial Number ﬁ elds.7. Click REGISTER at the bottom of the screen to ﬁ nish register-ing your new Spektrum Transmitter.Alternately you can copy the serial number from the .xml ﬁ le and paste directly into the Serial Number ﬁ eld.SD CARD*iX12, DX20, DX18t, DX18SE, DX18G2, DX18G1, DX18QQ, DX9Black, DX9, DX10t, DX8G2, DX7G2, DX6G3, DX6e and DX6G2Screen shots from www.spektrumrc.com are correct at time of printing but may change at a future date.

10 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENSD CARDUpdate Spektrum AirWare™ SoftwareNOTICE: The orange LED Spektrum bars ﬂ ash and a status bar appears on the screen when Spektrum AirWare software updates are installing. Never power off the transmitter when updates are installing. Doing so may damage the system ﬁ les.NOTICE: Before installing any Spektrum AirWare ﬁ les, always Export All Models to an SD Card separate from the SD Card containing the update. The update may erase all model ﬁ les.For more information on Spektrum AirWare software updates, visit www.spektrumrc.comAutomatically Installing Spektrum AirWare Software Updates1. Go to www.spektrumrc.com. Under the Setups/Updates pull down tab, select the Firmware Updates link (shown).2. Log into your Spektrum account.3. Find your registered transmitter in the MY PRODUCTS list and click on Download Updates. Follow directions on the screen for downloading the update to an SD card through your computer.4. Eject the SD card from the computer.5. Make sure the transmitter is powered off and install the SD card into the transmitter.6. Power on the transmitter and the update automatically installs in the transmitter.Manually Installing Spektrum AirWare Software Updates1. Save the desired Spektrum AirWare version to an SD Card.2. Install the SD card into the transmitter.3. Select Update Firmware in the SD Card Menu options. The Select File screen appears.4. Select the desired Spektrum AirWare version from the File List. When updates are installing, the transmitter screen is dark. The orange LED Spektrum bars ﬂ ash and the update status bar appears on the screen. NOTICE: Do not power off the transmitter when updates are installing. Doing so will damage the transmitter.Screen shots from www.spektrumrc.com are correct at time of printing but may change at a future date.

11SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENBINDINGBinding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identiﬁ er) code of a single speciﬁ c transmitter.You must bind the receiver to your transmitter before it will operate. Binding Using the Receiver and Receiver BatteryBinding Using the Receiver and ESC1. Lower throttle to the lowest position and make sure the transmitter is powered off.2. Insert the bind plug into the BIND/DATA port.3. Insert the receiver battery into ANY open port. The receiver’s LED will ﬂ ash when the receiver is ready to bind.4. While pressing the Bind button, power on the transmitter.5. Release the Bind button after the receiver has stopped ﬂ ashing rapidly, once the receiver’s LED stays illuminated; this indicates the receiver is bound to the transmitter. The screen also provides binding information.6. Remove the bind plug from the receiver.1. Lower the throttle to the lowest position and make sure the transmitter is powered off.2. Insert the bind plug into the BIND/DATA port.3. Insert the ESC plug into the THRO port.4. Connect the battery to ESC and turn on the ESC switch, if available. The receiver’s LED will ﬂ ash rapidly when the receiver is ready to bind.5. While pressing the Bind button, power on the transmitter.6. Release the Bind button after the receiver’s LED stays illuminated. This indicates the receiver is bound to the transmitter. The transmitter screen also provides binding information.7. Remove the bind plug from the receiver.253615263 4714

12 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENRECEIVER POWER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTSInadequate power systems that do not provide the necessary minimum voltage to the receiver during ﬂ ight have become the number one cause of in-ﬂ ight failures. Some of the power system components that affect the ability to properly deliver adequate power include: • Receiver battery pack (number of cells, capacity, cell type, state of charge) • The ESC’s capability to deliver current to the receiver in electric aircraft• The switch harness, battery leads, servo leads, regulators etc.The AR8010T has a minimum operational voltage of 3.5 volts; test the power system per the guidelines below. Recommended Power System Test GuidelinesIf you are using a questionable power system, (e.g. a small or old battery, an ESC that may not have a BEC that will support high-current draw, etc.), perform the following test with a voltmeter. The Hangar 9® Digital Servo and Receiver Current Meter (HAN172) or the Spektrum Flight Log (SPM9540) work well for this test. Connect the voltmeter to an open channel port in the receiver and, with the system on, load the control surfaces (apply pressure with your hand) while monitoring the voltage at the receiver. The voltage should remain above 4.8 volts, even when all servos are heavily loaded. CAUTION: When charging Ni-MH batteries, make sure the battery fully charges. Ni-MH batteries charged with peak detection fast chargers have a tendency to false peak(i.e. not fully charge), which could lead to a crash.QuickConnect™ Technology with Brownout Detection (DSM2 Only)The AR8010T features QuickConnect technology with Brownout Detection. • Should an interruption of power occur (brownout), the system will reconnect immediately when power is restored. • The LED on the receiver will ﬂ ash slowly, indicating a power interruption (brownout) has occurred. • Brownouts can be caused by an inadequate power supply (weak battery or regulator), a loose connector, bad switch, inadequate BEC when using an electronic speed controller, etc. • Brownouts occur when the receiver voltage drops below 3.5 volts. This interrupts control, as the servos and receiver require a minimum of 3.5 volts to operate. How QuickConnect Technology with Brownout Detection Works• When the receiver voltage drops below 3.5 volts, the system drops out (ceases to operate). • When power is restored, the receiver immediately attempts to reconnect to the last two frequencies it was connected to. • If the two frequencies are present (the transmitter was left on), the system reconnects typically in about 4/100 of a second. QuickConnect with Brownout Detection is designed to allow you to ﬂ y safely through most short duration power interruptions. However, you must correct the cause of these interruptions before your next ﬂ ight to prevent a crash. CAUTION: If a brownout occurs in ﬂ ight, determine the cause of the brownout and correct it before attempting to ﬂ y again.EU versions of the DX8e are not compatible with DSM2® receivers. Make sure all receivers are DSMX® compatible.European Union Receiver Requirements

13SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENYou establish failsafe positions when you bind your transmitter and receiver. If the radio signal connection is lost between the transmitter and receiver, the receiver immediately moves the aircraft control surfaces to the failsafe positions. If you assign the receiver THRO channel to a transmitter channel other than throttle, we recommend using Preset failsafe with the throttle in the low position.NOTICE: Failsafe features vary according to receiver. Always consult the receiver instruction manual for failsafe features.Before ﬂ ight, ALWAYS conﬁ rm the failsafe functions as you would expect. SmartSafe™ FailsafeSmartSafe failsafe is a technology that only acts on the throttle channel and offers the following beneﬁ ts:• Prevents electric motors from operating when the receiver power is on and the transmitter power is off.• Prevents the speed controller from arming until the throttle is moved to the low throttle position.• Powers off an electric motor and reduces gas/glow engines to idle if signal is lost.To Program SmartSafe, move the throttle to the low or off position before putting the transmitter into bind mode.To Test the SmartSafe failsafe:1. Power the transmitter and receiver on.2. Power off the transmitter. The throttle should immediately move to the failsafe position.CAUTION: Make sure the aircraft is fully restrained on the ground. If the failsafe is not set correctly, your aircraft might advance to mid or full throttle.Hold Last CommandThe Hold Last Command failsafe maintains the last command on all channels except throttle. If the radio signal is lost, the aircraft maintains the commanded control inputs until the receiver regains signal.To program Hold Last Command, follow the provided binding instructions in this manual. To Test Hold Last Command:1. Power on the transmitter and receiver.2. Move one of the control sticks to the desired Hold Last Command position and hold the input.3. While holding the control input (for example, a small amount of rudder) power off the transmitter. The rudder should maintain the input command.CAUTION: Make sure the aircraft is fully restrained on the ground. If the failsafe is not set correctly, the aircraft throttle might advance to mid or full throttle.Preset FailsafeThe Preset failsafe moves all channels to their programmed failsafe positions. We recommend using Preset failsafe to deploy spoilers on sail-planes to prevent a ﬂ yaway if the radio signal is lost.To program Preset failsafe:1. Insert the bind plug in the bind port on the receiver and power on the receiver.2. Remove the bind plug when the orange LED on the main receiver and all attached remote receivers ﬂ ash rapidly. The orange receiver LEDs will continue ﬂ ashing.3. Move the transmitter control sticks and switches to the desired Preset failsafe position. Power the transmitter on.4. Failsafe programming is complete when the orange LEDs on the transmitter and all receivers turn solid.CAUTION: Make sure the aircraft is fully restrained on the ground. If the failsafe is not set correctly, the aircraft throttle might advance to mid or full throttle.PROGRAMMING FAILSAFE POSITIONSIMPORTANT: Not all receivers support Preset Failsafe. Consult your receiver manual for more information.

14 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENMODEL TYPE PROGRAMMING GUIDEMenu options show up on model type selection. These menu options vary between Model Types (Airplane, Helicopter,Sailplane and Multirotor), but are identical for all models in that type. Subsequent aircraft type (Aircraft, Swashplate,Sailplane or Multirotor) selections make other menu options appear.System Setup List:Model SelectModel Type Model NameAircraft TypeF-Mode SetupSpoken Flight ModeChannel AssignTrim SetupModel UtilitiesWarningsTelemetry Preflight SetupFrame RateBindTrainerDigital Switch SetupSound UtilitiesSystem SettingsFunction List: Servo SetupD/R and ExpoDifferential V-Tail Differential Throttle CutThrottle CurveAS3X GainsFlap System MixingRange TestTimerTelemetry Custom Voice SetupSystem SetupMonitorSystem Setup List:Model SelectModel Type Model NameSwashplate Type F-Mode SetupSpoken Flight ModeChannel AssignTrim SetupModel UtilitiesWarningsTelemetry Preflight SetupFrame RateBindTrainerDigital Switch SetupSound UtilitiesSystem SettingsTransfer SD CardFunction List: Servo SetupD/R and ExpoThrottle Cut Throttle Curve Pitch Curve Swashplate Gyro Tail Curve MixingRange TestTimerTelemetryCustom Voice Setup System SetupMonitorSystem Setup List:Model SelectModel Type Model NameAircraft Type F-Mode SetupSpoken Flight ModeChannel AssignTrim SetupModel UtilitiesWarningsTelemetry Preflight SetupFrame RateBindTrainerAnalog Switch SetupSystem SettingsModel UtilitiesTransfer SD CardFunction List: Servo SetupD/R and ExpoThrottle Cut Throttle Curve Pitch Curve Camera Gimbal Motor CutMotor Curve MixingSequencerRange TestTimerTelemetryCustom Voice SetupSystem SetupMonitor System Setup List:Model SelectModel Type Model NameSailplane TypeF-Mode SetupSpoken Flight ModeChannel AssignTrim SetupModel UtilitiesWarningsTelemetry Preflight SetupFrame RateBindTrainerDigital Switch SetupSound UtilitiesFunction List: Servo SetupD/R and ExpoDifferential V-Tail Differential Throttle CutMotor CurveAS3X Gains Camber Presets Camber System MixingRange TestTimerTelemetryCustom Voice SetupSystem Setup Monitor

15SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENPress 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.You can also enter the System Setup 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). Press YES if you are sure and want to access the System List. If you are not sure, press NO to exit to the main screen and continue operation.If you do not press YES or NO, the system will exit to the main screen and continue operation within approximately 10 seconds.WARNING: Do not press YES unless the model is turnedoff or the model is secured. Model Select enables you to access any of the 250 internal model memory locations in the Model Select list.1. Scroll to the desired model memory in the Model Select list.2. When the desired model memory is highlighted, press the scroll wheel once to select the model. The transmitter returns to the System Setup List.3. Add a new model by rolling to the bottom of the list. You will then be prompted with the Create New Model screen, with the option to create a new model or cancel. If you select Cancel, the system will return to the Model Select function. If you select Create, the new model will be created and now be available in the model select list. Direct Model AccessPress the Clear and Back buttons from the Main Screen or a telemetry screen to access Model Select.SYSTEM SETUPSelect from Airplane, Helicopter, Sailplane or Multicopter model types.IMPORTANT: When you select a new model type, you will delete any programming data in the current model memory. Always conﬁ rm the desired model memory before changing model types. It will be necessary to re-bind after resetting the model type. To change the model type:1. Scroll to the desired model type and press the scroll wheel. The Conﬁ rm Model Type screen appears.2. Select Yes and press the scroll wheel to conﬁ rm the model type. All data will be reset. Selecting No will exit the Conﬁ rm Model Type screen and return to the Model Type screen.Model SelectModel Type

16 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENUse the Flight Mode Setup menu to assign switches to ﬂ ight modes. Sailplane Flight Mode SetupYou can assign up to ﬁ ve ﬂ ight modes using any combination of up to two switches. You can also assign a priority switch. When the priority switch position is active, only the current ﬂ ight mode is active, regardless of other switch positions.Sailplane Flight Mode TableYou can assign the available ﬂ ight modes (up to 5 for Sail) to each of the switch positions (up to 2 switches can be used for sailplane). Press NEXT from the Flight Mode Name page to access the ﬂ ight mode table assignment page when Custom ﬂ ight mode has been selected in the Flight Mode Setup page. The combination of up to 2 switches can be used to access all of the ﬂ ight modes available.Number of Flight Modes2 3 3* 4 4 5Switch 1 (number of positions)2P 3P 2P 2P 3P 3PSwitch 2 (number of positions)2P 3P 2P 3PFlight Mode 1Launch Launch Launch Launch Launch Launch 2 Cruise Cruise Cruise Cruise Cruise Cruise 3 Land Land Land 4 Thermal Thermal Thermal Thermal 5 Speed Speed*Must be set up in a 4/5 ﬂ ight mode.Model Name enables you to assign a custom name to the current model memory. Model names can include up to 20 characters, including spaces.To add letters to a Model Name:1. Scroll to the desired letter position and press the scroll wheel once. A ﬂ ashing box appears.2. Scroll left or right until the desired character appears. Press the scroll wheel once to save the character.3. Scroll to the next desired letter position. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until the Model Name is complete. Insert a character by selecting <+> or delete a character by selecting <->.4. Select BACK to return to the System Setup list.To erase a character:1. Press CLEAR while the character is selected.2. Press CLEAR a second time to erase all characters to the right of the cursor.Aircraft Type 4This menu only available in Airplane Mode. See ACRO (Airplane) section for set up.Sailplane Type 4This menu only available in Sailplane Mode. See SAIL (Sailplane) section for set up.Swash Type 4This menu only available in Helicopter Mode. See HELI (Helicopter) section for set up.Aircraft Options 4This menu only available in Multirotor Mode. See MULTI (Multirotor) section for set up.SYSTEM SETUPModel NameF-Mode SetupMode Number of Switches Number of Flight ModesACRO 2 5HELI 3 (including Throttle Hold) 5 (including Throttle Hold)SAIL 3 10MULTI 2 5

17SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENEnables you to assign custom names to the Flight Mode positions. Flight Mode names can include up to 20 characters, including spaces.To change the Flight Mode name:1. Scroll to the Flight Mode name you wish to change and press the scroll wheel.2. Scroll to the character position you wish to change and press the scroll wheel once. A ﬂ ashing box appears.3. Scroll left or right until the desired character appears. Press the scroll wheel once to save the character. Insert a character by selecting <+> or delete a character by selecting <->.4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until the Model Name is complete. 5. Select BACK to return to the Flight Mode Names list.The Channel Assignment function allows you to reassign almost any receiver channel to a different transmitter channel. For example, the receiver gear channel could be re-assigned to the transmitter throttle channel.1. Scroll to the receiver channel you wish to change.2. Press the scroll wheel once and scroll left or right to change the receiver input selection.3. Press the scroll wheel a second time to save the selection.IMPORTANT: You cannot assign a mix to a channel that has been moved. Create the mix ﬁ rst, then move the channel.The Channel Input Conﬁ guration screen enables you to assign a transmitter channel to a different control stick or switch. 1. Select NEXT on the RX Port Assignments screen to access the Channel Input Conﬁ guration screen.2. Scroll to the transmitter channel you wish to re-assign and press the scroll wheel. The box around the current input selection ﬂ ashes.3. Scroll left or right to select the desired control stick or switch.4. Press the scroll wheel to save the selection.SYSTEM SETUPFlight Mode SetupChannel AssignmentChannel Input Conﬁ guration

18 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENIn the Model Utilities function you can create a new model, delete a model, copy a model, reset a model to default settings and sort the model list.Use the Trim Setup screen to change the size of the trim step and the trim type.Trim StepAdjusting the trim step value determines how many “clicks” of trim you input each time you press the trim button. Changing the trim step value to 0 disables the trim for the channel.To change the trim step value:1. Scroll to the trim step channel you wish to change. 2. Select the trim step value and scroll left or right to change the value.3. Press the scroll wheel to save the selection.Trim TypeThe two Trim Type options are Common and F Mode. Common trim type maintains the same trim values for all ﬂ ight modes. F Mode trim type enables you to save trim values for individual ﬂ ight modes if you ﬁ nd, for example, the aircraft requires aileron trim in Flight Mode 1 but not in Flight Mode 2.Trim AssignmentIn a few instances, you can reassign a trim to a differentlocation.Aircraft Model TypeThrottle• Throttle Digital trim button (default)Throttle Trim Type• Common• Flight ModeTrim LocationNormal and Cross trim types are available. Normal trims align with the control stick; for example, the throttle trim is next to the throttle stick.Cross trims reverse the position of the trims; for example, the throttle trim is next to the elevator stick and vice versa.To change the Trim Position from Normal to Crossed, select Normal at the bottom of the Trim Setup screen and press the scroll wheel.IMPORTANT: Crossed trims will cross both sets of trims for both gimbals.Use this selection to create a new model in the model select list.1. Select Create New Model. Within this screen, you will have the option to create a new model or cancel.2. If you select Cancel, the system will return to the Model Select function.3. If you select Create, the new model will be created and now be available in the model select list.SYSTEM SETUPTrim SetupModel Utilities4Create New ModelUse this selection to permanently delete a model from the model select list. If you do not wish to delete a model, select Cancel to exit the page.1. To delete a model, highlight the model listed. Press to select, then roll to the model name. Press the scroll wheel to select.2. Select DELETE to delete the model.4Delete Model

19SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENThe Model Copy menu enables you to duplicate model programming from one Model List location to another. Use Model Copy to:• Save a default model copy before experimenting with programming values• Expedite programming for a model using a similar programming setupIMPORTANT: Copying a model program from one model memory to another will erase any programming in the “To” model memory. To copy model programming:1. Make sure the model program you wish to copy is active. If the desired model program is not active, select Cancel and change the active model in the Model Select menu.2. Select the model memory next to “To” and scroll to the desired model memory. Press the scroll wheel once to save the selection.3. Select Copy and the Conﬁ rm Copy screen appears.4. Select Copy to conﬁ rm. Selecting Cancel will return to the System Setup screen.5. Select the “To” model as the current model, then bind the transmitter and receiver. Copying a model does not copy the bind from the original model.You cannot use the Model Copy screen to copy model programming to an SD Card. To copy model programming to the SD Card, please see “Transfer SD Card”.Use the Model Reset menu to delete all model programming in the active model memory. Reset returns all model settings to the default settings and erases all programming in the selected model.After a model reset, it is necessary to re-bind.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 ﬁ nd. To move a model, highlight the model that you wish to move with the scroll wheel, then press the scroll wheel to select it. Scroll the scroll wheel to move the selected model to the position desired. Press the scroll wheel when you have the model in the position desired.The Warnings menu enables you to program a voice, tone or vibration alert during power on of the transmitter for any selected switch or channel position. The alarm activates and an alert message appears on the screen if a speciﬁ c switch or control stick is in an unsafe position when you power the transmitter on.Return the switch or control stick to the safe position to silence the alarm.For safety reasons, the default throttle alarm activates if the throttle position is above 10%.SYSTEM SETUPWarnings4Copy Model4Sort Model List4Model Reset

20 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENTELEMETRYInstalling the optional telemetry module and sensors enables the display of aircraft performance data on the transmitter screen.You can also enable Data Logging to save a telemetry ﬁ le on the SD Card and view the data in the Spektrum STiTM mobile application.DisplayTelemetry display options include:Tele: When you press the scroll wheel, the Telemetry screens appear and the Main Screen is disabled. Main: Telemetry alerts appear on the Main screen, but all Telemetry screens are disabled.Roller (Default): Allows you to toggle between the Telemetry screens and the main screen by pressing the scroll wheel. Auto: The Telemetry screen automatically appears as soon as the transmitter receives data from the telemetry module.UnitsScroll to Units and press the scroll wheel to change between US and Metric.IMPORTANT: The Auto-Conﬁ g option is not available from the System Setup>Telemetry menu. RF signal must be transmitting when you use the Auto-Conﬁ g option. When the System Setup menu is active, RF signal is off.The DX8e transmitter features telemetry Auto-Conﬁ guration, allowing the transmitter to detect new telemetry sensors.To use Telemetry Auto-Conﬁ g:1. Make sure all telemetry components are bound to the transmitter and receiver.2. Power on the transmitter, then power on the receiver.3. Select Telemetry from the Function List, then select Auto Conﬁ g. “Conﬁ guring” ﬂ ashes for 5 seconds and any new sensors appear in the list.4. Adjust the sensor alert values as necessary.Status Reports:Status Reports determines how often the transmitter refreshes the data on the screen. Each telemetry sensor can be adjusted independently.For example, the RPM status report can refresh every 10 seconds while the altimeter sensor refreshes every 15 seconds.Warning Reports:Warning Reports determines how often a telemetry alert occurs, if an alert is active. SYSTEM SETUPWhen using an AS3X receiver (AR636, AR6335, AR9350, etc.), AS3X Live Gain View allows: • Real time display of gain values for Roll, Pitch and Yaw• Gains to be adjusted from the roller• Selection of the channel that is used to adjust gains (must match application)• Selection of the switch that is used to change ﬂ ight modesTo activate AS3X Gain Live View:1. Enter the Telemetry screen from either the Function List or the System Setup list.2. Scroll to the desired “Empty” channel to use for gain adjustment.3. Press and scroll to select AS3X. The AS3X Gain menu is now available in the Function List.4Telemetry Settings4Telemetry Auto-Conﬁ guration4AS3X Gain Live View (ACRO and SAIL Types Only)

21SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENSelect Inh under Alarm to select the type of alarm desired. Options include Inh and Tone.File SettingsThis is used to select the data logging settings.File Name1. Select File Name to assign a custom ﬁ le name. 2. The File Name screen appears, allowing you to name the ﬁ le as you would for a Model Name or Flight Mode Name. The ﬁ le name can include a maximum of 8 characters.3. Press BACK to save the name.Start1. Select Start to assign a speciﬁ c switch position or stick position that activates Data Logging. 2. Press the scroll wheel once to save the selection.EnabledWhen Enabled is set to NO, Data Logging is turned off.Select YES to save Telemetry data to the SD Card. The SD Card must be installed in the transmitter to select YES.CAUTION: If you access the Telemetry menu from the Function List, you may see a Frame Loss appear when you exit the menu. The Frame Loss is not an error, but there will be a momentary loss of radio signal when exiting the Telemetry screen. DO NOT access the Telemetry menu during ﬂ ight.The Preﬂ ight Setup menu option enables you to program a pre-ﬂ ight checklist that appears each time you power on the transmitter or when you select a new model memory. Each item on the list must be conﬁ rmed before you can access the Main Screen.The Frame Rate menu enables you to change the frame rate and modulation mode. Select the option you wish to change and press the scroll wheel.You must use digital servos if you select 11ms frame rate. Analog and digital servos can be used with a 22ms frame rate. Modulation ModeWe recommend using DSMX® (default) modulation mode. When DSMX is active, the transmitter operates in DSMX with DSMX receivers and DSM2* with DSM2® receivers. The transmitter automatically detects DSM2 or DSMX during binding and changes the mode accordingly to match the receiver type you are using.If you select DSM2, the transmitter operates in DSM2 regardless of whether it is bound to a DSM2 or DSMX receiver.*DSM2 is not available in the EU.NOTICE: While DSMX allows you to use more than 40 transmitters simultaneously, do not use more than 40 transmitters simultaneously when using a DSM2 receiver or a transmitter in DSM2 mode.NOTICE: For EU versions, DSM2 operation is not available.The Bind menu enables you to bind a transmitter and receiver without powering off the transmitter. This menu is helpful if you are programming a model and need to bind the receiver for failsafe positions.See “Programming Failsafe Positions” for more information.SYSTEM SETUP4Telemetry AlarmsPreﬂ ight SetupBindFrame Rate

22 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENWireless Trainer works just like the Wired Trainer, without the wire. Select Wireless Trainer to bind a DSM2 or DSMX slave transmitter to the master transmitter. With this option, when the master press-es the trainer button or switch, control is given to the currently bound slave transmitter. After binding, the slave transmitter will remain bound to the master transmitter until a different transmitter is bound to the master, or the slave transmitter is bound to another receiver or a wireless master transmitter. ModelMatch™ technol-ogy applies to the wireless trainer system; the master transmitter will be bound to the slave in the bound model used. Also, if the slave transmitter has ModelMatch technology, it will only be bound to the master transmitter in the selected model during binding. InhibitIn Inhibit, the wireless trainer function will be inhibited and will not function.CAUTION: Select Inhibit in the Trainer menu when you aren’t using the wireless trainer function. Failure to select Inhibit may result in loss of control of the aircraft.Programmable MasterProgrammable mode enables you to program the master transmitter to transfer any or all individual channels when you activate the trainer switch. This mode is ideal for beginners learning to control individual channels while the master transmitter maintains control of all other channels. The slave transmitter should be in Inhibit mode, if available. The Master and Slave transmitters MUST have the same programming.Pilot Link MasterPilot Link Master enables you to program the master transmitter to transfer any or all individual channels when you activate the trainer switch. Pilot Link Master is ideal for complex models, as the master transmitter maintains control of all secondary functions, such as ﬂ ight modes, retracts, ﬂ aps and brakes.Secondary functions can be individually assigned to the Slave transmitter as necessary. It is not necessary to have model programming in the slave transmitter.DX8e Wireless Trainer Operation1. Enter an unused model on the slave transmitter (computer transmitter only).2. Bind the master transmitter to the model.3. Make sure the master and slave transmitter battery packs are fully charged.4. Make sure the slave transmitter is powered off.5. Either in the Wireless Programmable Master setup page or the Wireless Pilot Link Master setup page, select BIND. This will put the master transmitter’s wireless trainer receiver into bind mode. You should see the following screen: 6. Enter bind mode on the slave transmitter following the instructions provided with that transmitter.7. After a successful bind, the following screen should appear: 8. Press the trainer button on the master transmitter to transfer model control from the master to the slave.9. Release the trainer button and the master transmitter regains control of the model.Master OverrideThe Master Override feature enables the instructor to immediately regain control of the model by moving the control sticks. After you activate Master Override, the slave transmitter cannot control the model until you reset the trainer switch. To reset the trainer switch:1. Move the trainer switch to the OFF position.2. Move the trainer switch to the ON position to activate the slave transmitter.SYSTEM SETUP4Wireless Trainer

23SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENThe Trainer FPV function enables you to control FPV head-tracking in wireless mode. You may assign incoming head-tracker channels to any available output channel in the transmitter. To use the FPV mode:1. Change the trainer mode from Inhibit to FPV.2. Select the switch you wish to use for the head tracker, then select NEXT.3. Select the Output Channel where the head tracker servo is connected.4. Change Mode: Master to Mode: Slave.5. Select Input Channel.6. Test the head tracker movement. Move the head tracker switch to the On position, then move your head. The camera should move accordingly.7. Adjust the Scale value to change the amount of camera movement. If the camera moves in the wrong direction, change the Direction option from Normal to Reverse.IMPORTANT: Consult local laws and ordinances before operating FPV (ﬁ rst person view) equipment. In some areas, FPV operation may be limited or prohibited. You are responsible for operating this product in a legal and responsible manner.4Trainer FPV ModeSYSTEM SETUPDigital Switch Setup allows you to deﬁ ne the position values of each digital switch and ﬂ ight mode switch. The switch can be assigned to a channel in the Channel Input Conﬁ g function, and the output of the channel set in the Digital Input Setup screen. Additionally, the Flight Mode switch can have position values deﬁ ned for each ﬂ ight mode, and may be used as a mix input or channel input source, with the values deﬁ ned in Digital Input Setup.To use the Digital Switch Setup function:1. Enter the Digital Input Setup screen, and press the roller with Inhibit selected.2. Roll to select the switch or Flight Mode switch and press to select.3. Roll to the desired position to adjust, and press the roller to select.4. Roll to select the desired value, then press to select.5. Repeat step 4 and 5 for all positions that you wish to adjust.6. If you want to select a switch to control a channel, roll to select Channel: Inhibit on the bottom of the screen and press the roller. This will take you to the Channel Input Conﬁ g screen to assign a channel to a switch.7. Repeat 2 through 6 for all switches desired.IMPORTANT: After you exit the Digital Input Setup screen, the return screen will show Inhibit at the top of the screen. If you wish to adjust a previously set value, select the switch and the previously set values can then be viewed and re-adjusted as desired.Digital Switch Setup

24 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENThe System Settings menu consists of four screens:System Settings, Extra Settings, Serial Number and Calibrate. Select NEXT or PREV to move between screens. The User Name ﬁ eld displays your name in the lower right corner of the main screen.To Program a User Name:1. Scroll to User Name and press the scroll wheel. The User Name screen appears.2. Scroll to the desired character position and press the scroll wheel. Scroll left or right to change the character and press the scroll wheel to save the selection. The User Name can contain a maximum of 20 characters, including spaces.3. Press the Back button to save the User Name and return to the System Settings screen.To adjust the screen contrast:1. Scroll to Contrast and press the scroll wheel.2. Scroll left or right to adjust the contrast value. Lower numbers lighten the contrast, higher numbers darken it.3. Press the scroll wheel once to save the selection.The Backlight ﬁ eld adjusts the backlight appearance time and bright-ness. You have the option to turn the backlight off for models you ﬂ y during the day and turn the backlight on for night ﬂ ying models.The backlight time options are:Off: Appears for a short time when you power on the transmitter.On: The backlight is always on.Set Time: The backlight is on for 3, 10, 20, 30, 45 or 60 seconds before automatically turning off. Press the scroll wheel once to turn the backlight on. The backlight percentage adjusts the backlight intensity and it is adjustable in 10% increments from 10% (darker) to 100% (brighter).SYSTEM SETUPSYSTEM SETTINGS4User Name4Contrast4BacklightYou can easily change the transmitter Modes from 1, 2, 3 and 4. Use the slider found on the back of the transmitter to change between modes (2, 4) and (1, 3).*Finish the mode change by following the programming steps below.To change the gimbal stick mode:1. Scroll to Mode and press the scroll wheel.2. Scroll left or right to change the gimbal stick mode. Press the scroll wheel to save the selection.3. Select NEXT in the lower left corner until the Calibration screen appears.4. Move all transmitter controls to the center position and complete the calibration process before exiting the System Settings menu. See “Calibrating Your Transmitter” for more information.*For more information, see Physical Transmitter Adjustments in the back of the manual.Battery Alarm enables you to change the transmitter battery type and the alarm voltage limit. The alarm activates when the battery reaches the low voltage limit.To change the battery alarm:1. Scroll to the battery type and press the scroll wheel once to change the type to LiPo/Li-Ion or NiMH.2. Scroll to the battery voltage and press the scroll wheel. Turn the scroll wheel left or right to change the voltage level. Press the scroll wheel again to save the selection.CAUTION: Never select NiMH when a LiPo/Li-Ion battery is installed in the transmitter. Doing so may over-discharge the LiPo battery and damage the battery, transmitter or both.CAUTION: Never adjust the low voltage limit for the LiPo/Li-Ion battery pack below 6.4V. Doing so could over-discharge the battery pack and damage both battery pack and transmitter.4Battery Alarm4Mode

25SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENIn the Systems Settings screen, scroll to highlight Language, then press the scroll wheel to select the Language function. Scroll to select the desired Language. When the desired Language is selected, press the scroll wheel to accept that Language. Names you input will not be affected by language change. After changing the language for the text, you may also want to change the language for the spoken alerts. See the “Spoken” and “SD Card” sections for more information.An alarm activates if the transmitter sees a period of inactivity for a certain amount of time. The alarm is helpful in reminding you to power off the transmitter and avoiding a situation where the transmitter battery completely discharges.The Inactive Alarm options are:To change the Inactive alarm time:1. Scroll to the current alarm time and press the scroll wheel. 2. Scroll left or right to change the alarm time. Press the scroll wheel to save the selection.• Inh (No alarmsounds)• 5 min• 10 min (Default)• 30 min• 60 minSYSTEM SETUP4Selecting a Language4Inactive AlarmTrim Style:Trim style changes the shape of the trim indicators on the Main Screen. Display options include:• Boxed Boxes (Default)– The indicators appear as anoutlined box when you adjust the trim.• Boxed Arrows– The indicators appear as outlined arrows when you adjust the trim.• Arrows on Lines– The indicators appear as arrows on lines when you adjust the trim.Inhibit removes all trim bars and indicators from the Main Screen.To change the Trim style:1. Scroll to Trim style and press the scroll wheel once.2. Scroll left or right to change the Trim style option. Press the scroll wheel to save the selection.The Extra Settings screen enables you to:• Turn sounds off or on• Change the appearance of the trim indicatorsSystem Sounds:Scrolling to System Sounds and pressing the scroll wheel turns sounds on (Active) or off (Inhibit).You may disable all sounds by changing the volume to 0.44Extra Settings

26 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENThe Serial Number screen displays the transmitter serial number and Spektrum AirWare software version.Reference the Serial Number screen any time you need to register your transmitter or update the Spektrum AirWare software from the Spektrum Community website.The transmitter Spektrum AirWare software version appears between PREV and NEXT at the bottom of the Serial Number screen. Register your DX8e to get Spektrum AirWare software updates and other news at spektrumrc.comIMPORTANT: Spektrum AirWare ﬁ les are speciﬁ c to the transmitter serial number and you cannot transfer Spektrum AirWare ﬁ les between transmitters, ie., downloading an Spektrum AirWare software update once and attempting to install it on multiple transmitters.Calibrating the Transmitter 1. Carefully move the gimbal sticks in a + shape moving from left to right, then up and down. Press gently on the gimbals at the stops to achieve an accurate calibration. Return both gimbal sticks to the center position.2. Select SAVE to store the calibration.You may ﬁ nd it helpful to export the transmitter serial number to a text ﬁ le for your personal records or when you are registering the transmitter on the Spektrum Community.To export the transmitter serial number:1. Insert an SD Card in the card slot on the transmitter.2. Scroll to EXPORT and press the scroll wheel. The SD Status screen appears and should display MY_DX8e.xml in the middle of the screen.3. Press the scroll wheel again to return to the Serial Number screen.4. Power off the transmitter and remove the SD Card from the transmitter. 5. Install the SD Card in a card reader connected to your computer.6. Open the MY_DX8e.xml ﬁ le from the SD Card location. You can then copy and paste the serial number into your personal records or to the Spektrum Community website.The Calibration screen stores the potentiometer endpoints for all proportional controls. It is mandatory to complete the calibration after changing the stick mode selection.SYSTEM SETUP44Serial Number44Exporting the Serial Number to the SD Card44Locating the Transmitter Spektrum AirWare Software Version44Calibrate

27SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENThis function overwrites all model memories. Ensure that the models currently in your transmitter are saved on an SD card separate from the transmitter before performing this function.To import an individual model ﬁ le from the SD Card:1. Save the model ﬁ le to the SD Card.2. Select the Model List location where you wish to import the new model ﬁ le. 3. In the SD Card menu, scroll to Select Option and press the scroll wheel once.4. Scroll to Import Model and press the scroll button again to save the selection. The Select File screen appears.IMPORTANT: When you select Import, the transmitter leaves the System Setup List. 5. Select the model ﬁ le you wish to import. The Overwrite screen appears.6. Select the model that you would like to import the model to.7. Select Import to conﬁ rm overwriting the current model ﬁ le. The transmitter activates the new model ﬁ le and the Main Screen appears.A Preﬂ ight Checklist may appear prior to the Main Screen if the checklist was active during the model ﬁ le export. Select MAIN to exit the Preﬂ ight Checklist. See “Preﬂ ight Setup” for more information.Import All ModelsTo import all models from the SD Card:1. Select Import All Models.2. Conﬁ rm by selecting IMPORT.IMPORTANT: After importing a model, you must rebind the transmitter and receiver. The Main Screen must show DSM2 or DSMX in the upper left corner.You can import a model to any location you want. If you prefer to use Import All, you can use your PC to rename the SPM ﬁ le. The ﬁ rst two digits (01 to 50) are the destination model number. Your SD card can only contain 50 models. Save ﬁ les to folders on the card then remove from the card all unused models. Files are selected by their position in the directory table.You can use the Export Model option to export a single model ﬁ le to the SD Card. 1. Make sure the active model ﬁ le is the one you wish to Export.2. In the Transfer SD Card menu, scroll to Options and press the scroll wheel once.3. Scroll to Export Model and press the scroll wheel again to save the selection. The Export to SD screen appears. The ﬁ rst two characters of the ﬁ le name correspond to the Model List number (01, for example).4. (Optional) If you wish to rename the model ﬁ le before export-ing it to the SD Card:a. Scroll to “Save to:” and press the scroll wheel. The File Name screen appears.b. Assign a new ﬁ le name. The ﬁ le name can contain up to 25 characters including the .SPM ﬁ le extension.c. When you are done assigning the new ﬁ le name, press the Back button to return to the Export to SD screen.5. Select Export to save the ﬁ le to the SD Card. When the export is complete, the transmitter returns to the SD Card Menu screen.Export All ModelsTo export all models to the SD Card:1. Select Export All Models in the Transfer SD Card Menu options. The Export All Models screen appears.IMPORTANT: Export All Models will overwrite any model ﬁ les that:• are already saved to the SD Card• have the same name. Always save model ﬁ les to a different SD card if you are not sure.2. Select Export to overwrite ﬁ les on the SD Card or Cancel to return to the SD Card Menu.The SD Card enables you to:• Import (copy) models from another DX8e transmitter• Export (transfer) models to another DX8e transmitter• Update Spektrum AirWare™ software in the transmitter• Install/Update sound ﬁ lesSYSTEM SETUPTransfer SD Card4Import Model4Export Model

28 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENNOTICE: The orange LED Spektrum bars ﬂ ash and a status bar appears on the screen when AirWare software updates are installing. Never power off the transmitter when updates are installing. Doing so may damage the system ﬁ les.Before installing any AirWare ﬁ les, always Export All Models to an SD Card separate from the SD Card containing the update. The update may erase all model ﬁ les.For more information on AirWare software updates, visit spektrumrc.comAutomatically Installing AirWare Software UpdatesTo install the most recent update:1. Download the update from spektrumrc.com and save it to the SD Card.2. Power off the transmitter and install the SD Card in the transmitter.3. Power on the transmitter and the update automatically installs in the transmitter.Manually Installing AirWare Software Updates1. Save the desired AirWare version to the SD Card.2. Select Update Firmware in the SD Card Menu options. The Select File screen appears.3. Select the desired AirWare version from the File List. When updates are installing, the transmitter screen is dark. The orange LED Spektrum bars ﬂ ash and the update status bar appears on the screen. NOTICE: Do not power off the transmitter when updates are installing. Doing so will damage the transmitter.SYSTEM SETUP4Update AirWare Software

29SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENFUNCTION LISTThe Servo Setup menu contains the following functions:The Main Screen appears when you power on the transmitter. Press the scroll wheel once to display the Function List. Travel Adjust sets the overall travel or endpoints of the servo arm movement. To adjust travel values:1. Scroll to the channel you wish to adjust and press the scroll wheel. When adjusting travel values assigned to a control stick:a. Center the control stick to adjust both directions at the same time.b. To adjust travel in one direction only, move the control stick in the direction you wish to adjust. Continue hold-ing the control stick in the desired direction while you are adjusting the travel value.2. Scroll left or right to adjust the travel value. Press the scroll wheel to save the selection.IMPORTANT: ALT, ROL, PIT and YAW replaces THR, AIL, ELE and RUD channels in multirotor to more closely reﬂ ect the ﬂ ight axis in the multirotor aircraft. This change is throughout the multirotor menu options.Sub-Trim adjusts the servo travel center point. NOTICE: Use only small sub-trim values or you may cause damage to the servo.Use the Reverse menu to reverse the channel direction. For example, if the elevator servo moves up and it should move down.To reverse a channel direction:1. Scroll to Travel and press the scroll wheel. Scroll left until Reverse appears and press the scroll wheel again to save the selection.2. Scroll to the channel you wish to reverse and press the scroll wheel.If you reverse the Throttle channel, a conﬁ rmation screen appears. Select YES to reverse the channel. A second screen appears, reminding you to bind your transmitter and receiver. CAUTION: Always rebind the transmitter and receiver after reversing the Throttle channel. Failure to do so will result in the throttle moving to full throttle if failsafe activates.Always perform a control test after making adjustments to conﬁ rm the model responds properly.CAUTION: After adjusting servos, always rebind the transmitter and receiver to set the failsafe position.• Travel Adjust • Sub-Trim • Reverse • Speed • BalanceServo Setup4Travel Adjust4Sub-Trim4Reverse

30 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENFUNCTION LISTThe Speed menu enables you to slow the response time on any individual channel (such as retracts).The Speed is adjustable in the following ranges:• Nor (No Delay) – 0.9s in 0.1 second increments• 1s – 2s in 0.2-second increments• 2s – 8s in 1-second incrementsTo adjust the Speed:1. Scroll to the chan-nel you wish to adjust and press the scroll wheel.2. Scroll left or right to adjust the speed and press the scroll wheel to save the selection.Balance is available on all channels to ﬁ ne-tune the servo position at up to 7 points. This is a precision curve mix that is normally used to prevent binding when multiple servos are used on a single control surface.You can also use the Balance menu option to match throttle response on twin engine aircraft or level the swashplate on a helicopter.When using a compatible AS3X receiver (AR636, AR6335, AR9350, etc.), Gain Live View allows • Real time display of gain values for Roll Pitch and Yaw• Allows gains to be adjusted from the roller• Selection of the channel that is used to adjust gains (must match application)• Selection of the switch that is used to change ﬂ ight modesTo activate AS3X Gain Live View:1. In the telemetry screen in one of the empty positions select AS3X and activate the Display. This will activate the AS3X Gain menu in the Function List.2. In the Function List Access the AS3X Gain menu. If an AS3X receiver is bound to the transmitter and the receiver and trans-mitter are on, live gain values will be displayed on this screen.Axis: Roll Pitch and Yaw gain are displayed to the right of each AxisRate: Rate gain values are displayed hereHeading: Heading gain values are displayed here Actual: The current gain value is displayed here. Note that this value takes into account the priority gain and the stick position of that channel Gain: This value represents the position of the input (roller or knob)Input: Allows the selection of the roller to be used to adjust the gainChannel: Must correspond to the channel selected in the AS3X application in the FM Channel Assignment screenFM Switch: Selects the switch on the transmitter that is used to select the ﬂ ight modes in the AS3X systemNote that relative (REL) must be selected in the application’s gain screen to allow adjustable gain from the transmitter.Please see the following web address for videos and information about setting up the AS3X application, Live View and adjusting the gain from the transmitter.http://www.spektrumrc.com/Technology/AS3X.aspx4Speed4Balance4AS3X Gain Live View (ACRO and SAIL Types Only)

31SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENDual Rates and Exponential are available on the aileron, elevator and rudder channels. To adjust the Dual Rate and Exponential:1. Scroll to the channel and press the scroll wheel once. Scroll left or right to select the channel you wish to change and press the scroll wheel again to save the selection.2. Scroll to Switch and select the switch to activate D/R and Expo for that channel.3. Scroll to dual rate and press the scroll wheel. Scroll left or right to change the value and press the scroll wheel again to save the selection.Exponential affects control response sensitivity around center but has no affect on overall travel. Positive exponential decreases the sensitivity around the center of gimbal movement.The Differential screen enables you to increase or decrease the amount of differential between aileron control surface throws. Positive Differential values decrease the amount of “down” travel without affecting the “up” travel on the opposite control surface.Negative Differential values decrease the amount of “up” travel without affecting the amount of “down” travel on the opposite control surface.The Differential menu option only appears when a multi-servo aileron wing type is active in Aircraft Type.To adjust the Differential:1. Scroll to Switch and press the scroll wheel. Scroll right to select On (Differential is always on) or assign the differential to a switch position.2. Press the scroll wheel a second time to save the selection.3. Scroll to the percentage selection and press the scroll wheel once to change the value.4. Press the scroll wheel again to save the selection.The Throttle Cut menu option enables you to assign a switch position to stop an engine or motor. Throttle Cut activates regardless of Flight Mode.When you activate Throttle Cut, the throttle channel moves to the pre-programmed position (normally Off). You may need to use a negative value to move the Throttle channel to the off position.CAUTION: Always test the model after making adjustments to make sure the model responds to controls as desired.You can use the Throttle Curve menu option to optimize the throttle response. A maximum of 7 points are available on the throttle curve.To add points to a Throttle Curve:1. Move the throttle stick to the position where you wish to add the new point.2. Scroll to Add Pt. and press the scroll wheel to add the point.To remove points from a Throttle Curve: 1. Move the Throttle stick until the cursor is near the point you wish to remove.2. Scroll to Remove Pt. and press the scroll wheel once to remove the point.If you program multiple throttle curves and you wish to edit one of the curves, that curve must be active in the Throttle Curve screen before you can make any changes.FUNCTION LIST4D/R & Exponential4Differential (ACRO and SAIL Types Only)4Throttle Cut (ACRO and HELI Types Only)4Throttle Curve (ACRO and HELI Types Only)

32 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENV-Tail Differential 4Only available in Sailplane Type when V-Tail A or V-Tail B is active. See SAIL (Sailplane) section for set up.Camber Preset 4Only available in Sailplane Type when a 2+ aileron wing type is selected. See SAIL (Sailplane) section for set up.Camber System 4Only available in Sailplane Type when a 2+ aileron wing type is selected. See SAIL (Sailplane) section for set up.Flap System 4Only available in Airplane Type when a ﬂ ap-enabled wing type is selected. See ACRO (Airplane) section for set up.Pitch Curve 4Only available in Helicopter Type. See HELI (Helicopter) section for set up.Swashplate 4Only available in Helicopter Type. See HELI (Helicopter) section for set up.Gyro 4Only available in Helicopter Type. See HELI (Helicopter) section for set up.Tail Curve 4Only available in Helicopter Type. See HELI (Helicopter) section for set up.Motor Cut 4Only available in Multicopter Type. See MULTI (Multicopter) section for set up. Motor Curve 4Only available in Multicopter Type. See MULTI (Multicopter) section for set up. The following menu options are only available when they are enabled from the Model Type screen.Mixing allows control input for a channel to affect more than one channel at a time. Mixing functions support: • Mixing a channel to another channel.• Mixing a channel to itself. • Assigning offset to a channel. • Linking primary to secondary trim. These mixes are available for each model memory:Select a channel for master and slave. Inputs for the master channel control both the master and slave channels. For example, Elevator to Flap makes elevator the master channel and ﬂ ap the slave channel. OffsetChange the Offset value to move the effective center position of the slave channel. Positive or negative value determines the direction of the offset. Offset is not available for curve mixes.TrimIf the master channel trim should also adjust the slave channel, set Trim to Act. A channel monitor on the left side of the screen shows how channels respond to input. To view a switch-assigned mix on the monitor, the mix switch must be in the active position.• 8 programmable mixes • Cyclic to Throttle (HELI)• Swashplate (HELI) • Elevator to Flap (ACRO)• Aileron to Rudder (ACRO)• Rudder to Aileron/Elevator (ACRO) • Aileron>Rudder (SAIL) • Aileron>Flap (SAIL)• Elevator>Flap (SAIL)• Flap>Elevator (SAIL)If you wish to assign a mix to a switch position:1. Make sure you are in the desired mix screen.2. Move the switch you want to assign the mix to.3. Scroll to the switch position where you want the mix to be active.4. Press the scroll wheel to activate the mix. When the box is ﬁ lled, the mix is active.The mix is Active when the box is ﬁ lled and Inactive when the box is open. You can assign a mix to be active in multiple switch positions (0,1 or 2).Tip: Use Auto Switch Select to select the switch.CAUTION: Always do a Control Test of your model after changing mixes. FUNCTION LISTMixingAssigning a Mix to a Switch

33SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENBack Mixing applies to all related servos in a multi servo Aileron/Flapped wing or a multi servo split elevator. Creating a mix to RAL (Right Aileron) or LAL (Left Aileron) will create different results and enables you to use fewer mixes to achieve the desired response.Example 1: Creating a mix AIL > RAL will move the ailerons in opposite directions, while creating a mix AIL > LAL will move the ailerons in the same direction.Example 2: Create a mix ELE > REL will move the elevator halves together, while mixing ELE > LEL will move the elevator halves in the opposite direction (tailerons).IMPORTANT: Be sure the right aileron is connected into the AIL port on the receiver and the left Aileron is connected into the Aux1 port on the receiver.The Range Test function reduces the power output. This allows for a range test to conﬁ rm the RF link is operating correctly. Perform a range check at the beginning of each ﬂ ying session to conﬁ rm system operation.To Access the Range Test screen:1. With the transmitter on and the main or telemetry screen displayed, press the scroll wheel. The Function list displays.2. Scroll to highlight Range Test, then press the scroll wheel to access the Range Test function.3. With the Range Test screen displayed, push and hold the trainer button. The screen displays Reduced Power. In this mode the RF output is reduced allowing for an operational range test of your system.4. If you let go of the trainer button, the transmitter will go back to Full Power.IMPORTANT: Telemetry alarms are disabled during the Range Test.Range Testing the DX8e1. With the model restrained on the ground, stand 30 paces (approx. 90 feet/28 meters) away from the model.2. Face the model with the transmitter in your normal ﬂ ying position and place the transmitter into Range Test mode (see above). Then push the trainer button; the power output will be reduced.3. Operate the controls. You should have total control of your model with the transmitter in Range Test mode.4. If control issues occur, contact the appropriate Horizon Prod-uct Support ofﬁ ce for assistance.5. If performing a range test while a telemetry module is active, the display will show ﬂ ight log data.The DX8e Timer function allows you to program a countdown timer or stop watch (count up timer) to display on the main screen. An alarm sounds when the programmed time is reached. You can program the timer to start using the assigned switch position or automatically when throttle is raised above a programmed position. Two internal timers are available that show run time for a speciﬁ c model displays on the Main Screen. A total system timer is also available.FUNCTION LISTBack MixingRange TestTimer

34 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENTelemetry is in both the system setup and the function list so you can access the telemetry functions from either list.You must power off the receiver and transmitter, then power them both on to reset the telemetry data. You can reset min/max values by pressing the CLEAR button.NEVER change Telemetry settings when the aircraft is powered on. There is a brief interruption in RF output when exiting the Telemetry screen, and may cause a “Hold” condition.FUNCTION LISTTelemetryPress NEXT to select the Timer Event Alerts settings. These include options for the alerts at every minute for down timers, 1 minute remaining alert, 30 seconds remaining alert, 10 second to 1 second remining alerts, expiration alert, and every minute up alert. Press NEXT again to select the Timer Control Alerts settings. Available options include Timer Start alert, Timer Stop alert, and Timer Reset alert.4Timer Event and Timer Control AlertsUse System Setup to enter the System List 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). Press YES if you are sure and want to access the System List. If you are not sure, press NO to exit to the main screen and continue operation.If you do not press YES or NO, the system will exit to the main screen and continue operation within approximately 10 seconds. WARNING: Do not press YES unless the model is turned off or the model is secured. The Monitor screen displays the servo positions for each channel graphically and numerically. This is useful to verify programming functions, trim settings, mix directions, etc. The numeric value is directly relative to the travel adjust and mix values (e.g. 100% travel adjust equals 100% value in the Monitor).System SetupMonitor

35SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALEN Use the Aircraft Type Screen to select wing and tail types to match your airplane model. Diagrams and setup names show on the transmitter screen to show the available setups.Refer to spektrumrc.com for more information about new DX8e AirWare software updates to support these options.Select wing and tail types before doing any other programming. *Selection of multiple ailerons activates the Differential menu option.** “V-Tail A” and “V-Tail B” function as internal servo reversing. If V-Tail A does not work correctly with your aircraft, try V-Tail B.Wing• Normal• Flaperon*• Dual Aileron*• 1 Aileron 1 Flap*• 1 Aileron 2 Flap*• 2 Ailerons 1 Flap*• 2 Aileron 2 Flap*• Dual Rudder/Elevator• Elevon A*• Elevon B*Tail • Normal• V-Tail A**• V-Tail B**• Dual Elevator• Dual RudderA AUX1 servo port (left aileron)B AILE servo port (right aileron)C ELEV servo port (left V-tail)D RUDD servo port (right V-tail)E AILE servo port (left aileron)F ELEV servo port (right aileron)ABDual Aileron WingType ConnectionFEElevon Wing TypeConnectionDCV-Tail TypeConnectionAcro Model Type NOTICE: Refer to your airplane manual for recommended control throws. CAUTION: Always do a Control Test of your model with the transmitter after programming to make sure your model responds as desired.ACRO (AIRPLANE)Aircraft TypeRecommended Servo ConnectionsIconTo change the Aircraft Icon:1. In the Aircraft Type Screen, select NEXT at the bottom right of the screen. This will access the Aircraft Options screen. 2. Scroll to the image and click once. Roll the scroll wheel left or right for optional images.3. Click on the image you wish to select.

36 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENACRO (AIRPLANE)The possible servo reversing options for a delta wing model are:Tip: If you test all servo reversing options and the control surfaces do not move in the correct direction, change the Elevon wing type in the System Setup list from Elevon A to Elevon B.Aileron ElevatorNormal ReverseNormal NormalReverse ReverseReverse NormalRightRudderLeftRudderUpElevatorDownElevatorLeftAileronRightAileronThe Flap System menu option enables ﬂ ap programming as well as elevator mixing. You must select a ﬂ ap-enabled wing type in Aircraft Type or the Flap System menu does not appear.To activate the Flap System:1. Access the System Setup list and select Aircraft Type.2. Select a ﬂ ap-enabled wing type and exit the System Setup list.3. Access the Function List from the Main Screen and select Flap System.4. Select Inhibit and scroll to the switch or lever you wish to use to control the ﬂ ap channel.5. Assign the Flap travel values and any desired Elevator mixing. 6. Select a Flap speed, if desired. Norm (default) does not have a delay. Flap speed options range from 0.1s to 30 seconds.Rudder to Aileron/ElevatorRudder to Aileron/Elevator mixing corrects coupling in knife edge ﬂ ight.• Add Elevator mixing if the aircraft pitches toward the landing gear or canopy• Add Aileron mixing if the aircraft rolls in knife edge ﬂ ightAileron to RudderUse Aileron to Rudder mixing to overcome adverse yaw characteristics with certain types of aircraft (such as high-wing aircraft).Elevator to FlapElevator to Flap mixing enables Flap movement when the Elevator stick moves. Use Elevator to Flap mixing to add the spoileron function to 3D aerobatic aircraft. This mix is available when a ﬂ ap or dual aileron wing type is selected.Elevon Servo ControlFlap SystemACRO Mixing

37SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENThe Swash Type menu option assigns the swash type for your particular helicopter model. Select the Swash Type before completing any programming in the Function List. The Swash Type will affect menu options in the Function List.This function supports adjustment of collective pitch in 5 ﬂ ight modes. To adjust the Pitch Curve:1. Select the Pitch Curve you wish to edit (N, 1 or 2).2. Scroll right to select the points on the curve and edit the respective values.3. Press the BACK button to save the Pitch Curves and return to the Function List.Heli Model Type NOTICE: Refer to your helicopter, gyro and governor manuals for programming recommendations.CAUTION: Always do a Control Test of your model with the transmitter after programming changes to make sure your model responds as desired.HELI (HELICOPTER)The collective type is used to turn on “Pull” collective for reversed collective. Available settings are Normal and Reverse. Press NEXT from the Swashplate Type screen to access the Collective Type screen. The Collective Type allows the throttle/pitch stick to operate in reverse and ensures trims, curves and all other functions that are to work in reverse function properly.Swash TypeCollective TypePitch CurveTo change the Helicopter Icon:From the Collective Type Screen, select NEXT at the bottom right of the screen. This will access the Heli image screen. Scroll to the icon and click once. Roll the scroll wheel left or right for optional icons.

38 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENThe Swashplate menu option enables you to adjust the following:• Swashplate Mix• Exponential• E-Ring• Elevator Compensation Use positive or negative Swashplate mix values as needed for correct direction response of the helicopter.Before making adjustments to the Swashplate mix, make sure the throttle/collective pitch input moves the entire swashplate up or down. If the servos are not moving in the same direction, reverse them as necessary in the Servo Setup menu option.When the entire swashplate moves up or down:1. Adjust the mix value for the Aileron and Elevator channels. If the servos do not move in the correct direction, change the direction of the mix—for example, a positive value instead of a negative value.2. Adjust the mix value for the Pitch. If the swashplate does not move in the correct direction, change the direction of the value (negative instead of positive). Always enable Expo when using a standard rotating-arm servo.The Expo delivers linear movement of the swashplate from a standard rotary servo. When Expo is inhibited, the arm on a rotary servo moves on a curved path with decreased swashplate movement at the extremes of the servo arm travel. NOTICE: Do not enable Expo when using a linear servo.Electronic E-RingThis feature prevents over driving servos by limiting servo travel if the sum of your cyclic and pitch inputs exceeds servo limits.The Gyro menu option enables you to assign a gyro gain value to an independent switch or a Flight Mode. Assign the receiver channel connected to the gyro, then assign the switch for gyro options. You can also assign values to available switch positions (from 1 to 4 rates are available, depending on the switch assigned). Make sure the gyro operates correctly and compensates in the correct direction. Cyclic to ThrottleCyclic to Throttle mix prevents rpm loss when aileron, elevator or rudder inputs are given. This mix advances the throttle position with cyclic or rudder control to maintain rpm. At full throttle, Cyclic to Throttle mixing prevents the throttle from over driving the servo.IMPORTANT: Do not use Cyclic to Throttle mix when using a governor.To verify that the Cyclic to Throttle mix is working properly and in the correct direction, move the ﬂ ight mode switch to one of the active positions. Move the programmed cyclic or rudder channel, noting the throttle position. The throttle position should increase.If the throttle decreases, then the opposite value (positive vs. negative) is needed.SwashplateThe Swashplate Mix typically corrects swashplate timing issues by mixing Aileron to Elevator and Elevator to Aileron. When adjusted correctly, the Swashplate causes the helicopter to roll and pitch accurately with minimal interaction.The Tail Curve function mixes tail rotor input with the throttle/collective function to counter torque from the main rotor blades when using a non-heading hold (tail lock) gyro or when using rate mode on a gyro. See Pitch Curve for more information on programming curves.HELI (HELICOPTER)SwashplateGyroTail Curve Mixing

39SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALEN Use the Sailplane Type Screen to select wing and tail types to match your sailplane model. Diagrams and setup names show on the transmitter screen to show the available setups.Refer to spektrumrc.com for more information about new DX8e Spektrum AirWare updates to support these options.*Selection of multiple ailerons activates the Differential menu option.**“V-Tail A” and “V-Tail B” function as internal servo reversing. If V-Tail A does not work correctly with your aircraft, try V-Tail B.Camber Preset is only available when 2 aileron wing type is selected in Sailplane Type. The Camber Preset function enables you to program the ailerons, ﬂ aps, wing tips and elevator for a speciﬁ c position in each Flight Mode.If ﬂ ight modes are not active, only one preset position is available and it is always active.The Camber Preset Speed enables the control surfaces to transition over a period of time, up to 30 seconds, when you change ﬂ ight modes.Move the ﬂ ight mode switch to the desired position to change the Camber Preset values.Sailplane Model TypeNOTICE: Refer to your sailplane manual for recommended control throws.CAUTION: Always do a Control Test of your model with the transmitter after programming to make sure your model responds as desired. Camber System is only available when 2 aileron wing type is selected in Sailplane Type. The Camber System allows in-ﬂ ight camber adjustment and is also used as the braking system, often referred to as Crow or Butterﬂ y. The Camber System enables you to assign the Camber System to a different switch in each ﬂ ight mode.SAIL (SAILPLANE)Wing1 Servo2 Aileron*2 Aileron 1 Flap*2 Aileron 2 Flap*TailNormalV-Tail A**V-Tail B**MotorInhibitAssign to a Switch (optional)Sailplane Type Camber Preset Camber SystemSailplane IconIn the Sailplane Type screen, select NEXT at the bottom right of the screen. This will access the Sailplane Image screen. Click once on the image and roll the scroll wheel left or right to for optional images.

40 SPEKTRUM DX8e • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUALENSAIL (SAILPLANE)Aileron to RudderThe Aileron to Rudder mix is commonly used for coordinated turns. When active, as aileron is applied the rudder moves in the same direction as the turn (right aileron input results in right rudder output). If you assign the ﬂ ight mode to a switch, a Sub Switch option allows you to assign an additional switch to activate up to 3 Aileron to Rudder mixes for that ﬂ ight mode.Aileron to FlapThe Aileron to Flap mix allows the entire trailing edge of the wing (aileron and ﬂ ap) to operate as ailerons. When active, as aileron is applied the ﬂ aps also move. Always program the ﬂ aps to move in the same direction as the turn (so that right aileron is equivalent to ﬂ aps moving as right ailerons). Elevator to FlapElevator to Flap mix creates additional lift, allowing a tighter turn. The entire trailing edge of the wing (aileron and ﬂ ap) operates as ﬂ aps (camber increase) when you apply elevator. An offset is provided, which is typically used for Snap Flaps. With Snap Flap, no Elevator to Flap mix occurs until the offset value is reached. Typically, this offset is at 70% up elevator so that beyond 70% the down ﬂ ap mix comes in, providing additional lift for more aggressive turning (for tight thermals or racing turns). Flap to ElevatorFlap to Elevator mix prevents pitch up tendency that occurs when you apply Crow or Butterﬂ y. This mix is typically used only with the Camber System. The Flap to Elevator mix operates as a curve so that the elevator moves down the most during the ﬁ rst 20% of ﬂ ap deployment, decreases over the next 40%, then remains the same from 60 to 100% of ﬂ ap travel.For sailplanes with ailerons/tips/ﬂ aps, make sure an appropriate Sailplane Type is selected so that tips appear in the transmitter as RAIL and LAIL. Decrease or increase travel on the tip ailerons by creating an AIL > RAIL mix. For each of these mixes, you can program each ﬂ ight mode with different mix values or at 0% if no mix is desired for that speciﬁ c ﬂ ight mode. Programming values include independent control of the direction and amount a slave surface moves in relationship to the master surface.The V-Tail Differential screen enables you to increase or decrease the amount of differential between control surface throws. Positive Differential values decrease the amount of “down” travel without affecting the “up” travel on the opposite control surface.Negative Differential values decrease the amount of “up” travel without affecting the amount of “down” travel on the opposite control surface.The V-Tail Differential menu option only appears when V-Tail A or V-Tail B is active in Aircraft Type.To adjust the V-Tail Differential:1. Scroll to Switch and press the scroll wheel. Scroll right to select On (Differential is always on) or assign the differential to a switch position.2. Press the scroll wheel a second time to save the selection.3. Scroll to Diff: and press the scroll wheel once to change the value.4. Press the scroll wheel again to save the selection.SAIL MixingV-Tail Differential

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