Spektrum AS3X User Manual

AS3X Guide 3/09/2019 composite authorship
Connecting and launching the app
This guide uses the SPMA3065. Your experience connecting and launching with the SPMBT1000 cable will be
different. But AS3X concepts described here are applicable.
Connecting with the SPMA3065 Programming Cable
1. Launch application
2. Plug USB cable in. Application indicates cable connected but no device
3. Plug cable into Rx program/bind port. Application shows cable and device connected
• Changes made are immediately applied to the Rx. There is no “Save” or “Apply” button.
• Use a servo extender lead to make the connection to Rx more convenient.
• You may find that every time you reprogram the Rx you will have to re-calibrate the throttle/ESC.see notes
Critical Necessity:
You must have your servo reversing in Tx set to normal. Check your Tx before going into AS3X programming.
You may wish to rebind Rx to Tx after making changes.
Again, if you're going to use AS3X, do not servo reverse in the Tx. It must be accomplished via the programmer
/ Rx.
The exception is a switch which is not a control surface.
Examples: Gear switch or Flight Mode switch. These may be reversed in the Tx.
After setting up the Rx with the programmer:
1. Be sure the propeller is removed
2. Turn on Tx, plug in aircraft battery. Test direction of control surfaces with the Tx sticks.
3. Test AS3X by swinging the model sharply in roll pitch and yaw. In each case, the control surface
should move toward the direction of swing. If you roll the left wing up, the left aileron should go
up.
4. If a channel of stick control is opposite of what it should be. You must go back into programming
and reverse the channel on the Rx. Do not do it on the Tx.
Terminology
Rate Gain
Rate Gain is where power of AS3X effect is set. Rate Gain is modified by other factors.
Example: Resetting the AR636 to defaults, zeros AS3X effect. This is confirmed by observing Rate Gain
settings are zero. Unless there is Rate Gain greater than zero there will be no AS3X effect.
Priority
Priority sets how much the AS3X is being inhibited with stick movement.
Priority = 100% , AS3X is 100% OFF with full stick deflection.
Priority = 75%, AS3X is 25% active with full stick deflection.
Priority = 125%, AS3X is OFF before full stick deflection is reached.

Spektrum AS3X Specifications

General

Brand	Spektrum
Model	AS3X
Category	Toy
Language	English

Summary

Connecting and Launching the AS3X App

Connecting with SPMA3065 Programming Cable

Details steps for connecting the SPMA3065 cable and application for AS3X programming.

Critical Setup Requirements

Emphasizes normal servo reversing and potential need to rebind Rx after AS3X changes.

Post-Programming Verification

Describes propeller removal, Tx power-up, control surface testing, and reversal checks.

AS3X Terminology

Understanding Rate Gain

Defines Rate Gain as the power of AS3X effect, requiring a value > 0 for activation.

Understanding Priority

Explains Priority setting's role in inhibiting AS3X with stick movement at different deflection levels.

Absolute vs. Relative Gain Settings

Live Gain Adjustment

Describes how to adjust gains live in flight using Relative mode and lock them using Absolute mode.

Receiver Orientation Setup

Surface Setup Screen Configuration

Configuring Surface Reversal

Explains how to select surfaces, check the reverse checkbox, and notes on Travel/Balance settings.

Setting Rate Gain and Priority

Gain and Priority Settings Example

Illustrates setting Priority to 150% and selecting Absolute or Relative gain modes.

AS3X Configuration Examples

Gain Settings Examples

Shows example Gain settings (Rate, Heading) for Roll, Pitch, and Yaw across Flight Modes 1, 2, and 3.

Dual Rate Settings Examples

Displays example Dual Rate settings for Roll, Pitch, and Yaw across Flight Modes 1, 2, and 3.

Exponential Settings Examples

Presents example Exponential settings for Roll, Pitch, and Yaw across Flight Modes 1, 2, and 3.

Important Notes and Tips

Flight Mode and Gain Considerations

Discusses throttle requirements, antenna mounting, ESC calibration, and flight mode implementation.

Heading Gain and Expo Usage

Provides insights on leaving Heading Gain at zero and personal preference for using Expo/mixing in Tx.