Horizon Hobby TPSPMAR620 AR620Receiver User Manual BRWTPSPMAR620 English 1

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AR620 User GuideAR620 BedienungsanleitungGuide de L’utilisateur - AR620 AR620 Guidea Dell’utente

EN2NOTICEAll instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product. Meaning of Special LanguageThe 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 a little or no possibility of injury. WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product 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 components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.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.WARRANTY REGISTRATIONVisit www.spektrumrc.com/registration today to register your product.

EN3AB DCAR620Type 6-Channel Sport ReceiverDimensions (L × W × H) 32.1 × 26.4 × 17.9mm Antenna Length InternalChannels 6Weight 8gBand 2.4GHzVoltage Range 3.5–9VAR620 6-Channel Telemetry Receiver The Spektrum™ AR620 receiver is a full range telemetry receiver featuring DSM® technology and is compatible with all Spektrum™ and JR® aircraft radios that support DSM2® and DSMX® technology.The AR620 receiver features ﬂ y-by telemetry data for ﬂ ight log information as well as receiver battery voltage. This allows ﬂ ight log and receiver voltage to be displayed on telemetry capable Spektrum transmitters in ﬂ y-by range, typically 300-400 feet.For information on Spektrum Telemetry Sensors visit:http://www.spektrumrc.comThe AR620 is not compatible with the Flight Log, SPM9540. Flight Log information is only available through a Spektrum Telemetry capable transmitter.A: Bind ButtonB: Battery portC: Servo ports (6)D: 1/DATA: Servo port 1 and DATA

EN4AR620 AntennaThe AR620 features an internal antenna design for easy installation in almost any model.Receiver InstallationInstalling the ReceiverInstall the receiver in the normal position recommended by the airplane’s manufacturer. Double-sided tape or foam can be used to secure the receiver in place.BindingThe AR620 receiver must be bound to the transmitter before they will operate. Binding is the process of teaching the receiver the speciﬁ c code of the transmitter so it will only connect to that speciﬁ c transmitter. 1. Push and hold the bind button on the receiver while powering up the receiver. Release the Bind button once the orange LED starts to ﬂ ash continuously, indicating that the receiver is in bind mode. The receiver will also enter bind mode if you power on the receiver and then press the bind button before the receiver has connected to any transmitter.2. Put your transmitter in bind mode. 3. The bind process is complete when the orange LED on the receiver is solid. 4. After you set up your model, always rebind the transmitter and receiver to set the desired failsafe positions. See FAILSAFE on the next page.FailsafeFailsafe position is set during binding. In the unlikely event that the radio link is lost during use, the receiver will drive all channels to its pre-programmed failsafe position.SmartSafe + Hold LastIf loss of signal occurs, SmartSafe™ technology moves the throttle channel to its preset failsafe position (low throttle) that was set during binding. All other channels hold their last position. When the receiver detects signal from the transmitter, normal aircraft operation resumes.Preset FailsafePreset failsafe is ideal for sailplanes, allowing the aircraft to automatically dethermalize if the signal is lost. With preset failsafe, all channels go to their preset failsafe positions if the signal is lost, preventing a ﬂ yaway. When the receiver detects signal from the transmitter, normal aircraft operation resumes.

EN5Testing FailsafeSecure the aircraft on the ground and remove the propellers. Test Failsafe by turning the transmitter off and noting how the receiver drives the control surfaces. Receiver Power Only• With SmartSafe or Preset Failsafe, when the receiver only is turned on (no transmitter signal is present), the throttle channel has no output, to avoid operating or arming the electronic speed control. • All other channels have no output until the receiver has linked to the transmitter.Range TestingBefore each ﬂ ying session and especially with a new model, it is important to perform a range check. All Spektrum aircraft transmitters incorporate a range testing system which, when activated, reduces the output power, allowing a range check. 1. 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 your transmitter into range check mode.3. You should have total control of the model with the button depressed at 30 paces (90 feet/28 meters). 4. If control issues exist, contact the appropriate product support department.SmartSafe + Hold Last1Lower Throttle on transmitter2Push and Hold Bind Button3Power on Reciever4Release Button once RX goes into Bind Mode (ﬂ ashing LED)5Place transmitter in Bind Mode and ﬁ nish Binding.Preset Failsafe1Move all sticks and switches on the transmitter to desired Failsafe position.2Push and Hold Bind Button3Power on Reciever4Release Button after RX goes into Bind Mode (ﬂ ashing LED)5Push and Hold the Bind Button again before the transmitter enters Bind Mode.

EN6Advanced Range TestingFor sophisticated models that have signiﬁ cant conductive material in them, the Advanced range test using a ﬂ ight log is recommended. The advanced range check will conﬁ rm that the receiver is operating optimally and that the installation is optimized for the speciﬁ c aircraft.1. Standing 30 paces away from the model, face the model with the transmitter in your normal ﬂ ying position.2. Put your transmitter in range test mode. Range test mode reduces the power output from the transmitter.3. Have someone position the model in various orientations (nose up, nose down, nose toward the transmitter, nose away from the transmitter, etc.).4. Observe the telemetry on your transmitter. Note any orientations that cause higher fade or hold values. Perform this step for at least one minute. 5. Re-position the receiver as necessary.Receiver Power System RequirementsInadequate power systems that are unable to 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 AR620 has a minimum operational voltage of 3.5 volts; it is highly recommended the power system be tested per the guidelines below. Recommended Power System Test GuidelinesIf a questionable power system is being used (e.g. small or old battery, ESC that may not have a BEC that will support high-current draw, etc.), it is recommended that a voltmeter be used to perform the following tests.The Hangar 9® Digital Servo & Rx Current Meter (HAN172) or the Flight Log on your Spektrum telemetry capable transmitter is the perfect tool to perform the test below.Plug the voltmeter into an open channel port in the receiver and with the system on, or simply monitor the voltage on a telemetry capable transmitter, 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.

EN7How QuickConnect™ Techonlogy Works• When the receiver voltage drops below 3.5 volts the system ceases to operate.• When power is restored the receiver immediately attempts to reconnect. • If 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, the root cause of these interruptions must be corrected before the next ﬂ ight to prevent a crash. NOTICE: If a brownout occurs in ﬂ ight it is vital that the cause of the brownout be determined and corrected.Important: Y-Harnesses and Servo ExtensionsWhen using a Y-harness or servo extensions in your installation, it’s important to use standard non-ampliﬁ ed Y-harnesses and servo extensions as this can/will cause the servos to operate erratically or not function at all. Ampliﬁ ed Y-harnesses were developed several years ago to boost the signal for some older PCM systems and should not be used with Spektrum equipment. Note that when converting an existing model to Spektrum be certain that all ampliﬁ ed Y-harnesses and/or servo extensions are replaced with conventional non-ampliﬁ ed versions.ModelMatch™ TechnologySome Spektrum and JR transmitters offer a patent pending feature called ModelMatch. ModelMatch technology prevents the possibility of operating a model using the wrong model memory, potentially preventing a crash. With ModelMatch, each model memory has its own unique code (GUID) and during the binding process the code is programmed into the receiver. Later, when the system is turned on, the receiver will only connect to the transmitter if the corresponding model memory is programmed on screen.If at any time you turn on the system and it fails to connect, check to be sure the correct model memory is selected in the transmitter. Please note that the DX5e and Aircraft Modules do not have ModelMatch technology.

EN8Frequently Asked Questions on Spektrum 2.4GHz1. Q: After I’ve bound the receiver to my transmitter, which do I turn on ﬁ rst when I want to ﬂ y? A: Either one. Every DSM 2.4GHz transmitter has a GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) code imbedded in its signal. When you bind a DSM receiver to your transmitter, this GUID code is stored in the receiver. If you turn the receiver on before the transmitter, you don’t have to worry about it responding to another transmitter. The receiver will go into failsafe mode while it waits for a signal from the transmitter with the same GUID code it has stored. See the Receiver Power Only section for more information.If a DSM transmitter is turned on first you can expect it to connect within 6 seconds of powering on the receiver. 2. Q: Sometimes the system takes longer to connect or doesn’t connect at all. Why? A: In order for a DSM system to connect, the receiver must receive a large number of uninterrupted signal packets from the transmitter. This process takes just a few seconds, but if the transmitter is too close to the receiver (within 4 feet) or near reﬂ ective material (metal objects, carbon ﬁ ber material, etc.) it may detect its own reflected 2.4GHz energy as “noise”. This can delay or prevent connection. If this happens, make sure you are a sufficient distance from metal objects and the receiver itself before you power up and try again.3. Q: How important is Flight Log information? A : All 2.4GHz signals, not just DSM, are affected by proximity to conductive materials such as carbon ﬁ ber or metal. If you are ﬂ ying a model that uses a lot of conductive materials in its construction, Flight Log information can be helpful. The information collected when you ﬂ y can help determine the optimum location for your receiver(s) so you can minimize the effects of these materials on your signal performance.

EN91-Year Limited WarrantyWhat this Warranty Covers - Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase.What is Not CoveredThis warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modiﬁ cation of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, (vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical regulations, or (vii) use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations. OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE. Purchaser’s RemedyHorizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. Limitation of LiabilityHORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control over use, setup, ﬁ nal assembly, modiﬁ cation or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product, purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.LawThese terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conﬂ ict of law principals). This warranty gives you speciﬁ c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice.WARRANTY SERVICESQuestions, Assistance, and ServicesYour local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started, you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may

EN10need any assistance. For questions or assistance, please visit our website at www.horizonhobby.com, submit a Product Support Inquiry, or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative. Inspection or ServicesIf this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the Product in, please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. An Online Service Request is available at http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/service-center_render-service-center. If you do not have internet access, please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submitting your product for service. When calling Horizon, you will be asked to provide your complete name, street address, email address and phone number where you can be reached during business hours. When sending product into Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton. NOTICE: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you have any issue with a LiPo battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support ofﬁ ce.Warranty Requirements For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.Non-Warranty ServiceShould your service not be covered by warranty, service will be completed and payment will be required without notiﬁ cation or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notiﬁ cation. Service estimates are available upon request. You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Non-warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/service-center_render-service-center. ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in the country of use and ownership. If received, a non-compliant Product will not be serviced. Further, the sender will be responsible for arranging return shipment of the un-serviced Product, through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at the sender’s expense. Horizon will hold non-compliant Product for a period of 60 days from notiﬁ cation, after which it will be discarded.10-2015

EN11Warranty and Service Contact InformationCountry of Purchase Horizon Hobby Contact Information AddressUnited Statesof AmericaHorizon Service Center(Repairs and Repair Requests) servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/RequestForm/1608 Interstate Dr. Champaign, Illinois, 61822 USAHorizon Product Support(Product Technical Assistance)productsupport@horizonhobby.com.877-504-0233Sales websales@horizonhobby.com800-338-4639EuropeanUnionHorizon Technischer Service sales@horizonhobby.eu Hanskampring 9D 22885 Barsbüttel, GermanySales: Horizon Hobby GmbH +49 (0) 4121 2655 100FCC InformationFCC ID: BRWTPSPMAR620This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTICE: Modiﬁ cations to this product will void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations governing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency range.

EN12Horizon Hobby, LLC hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the RED Directive. A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online at: http://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support-render-compliance. Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the European UnionThis product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’sresponsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to adesignated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collec-tion and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in amanner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city ofﬁ ce, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.Compliance Information for the European UnionIC InformationIC: 6157A-TPSPMAR620This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, Including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.