Spektrum DX8G2 User Manual

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SPEKTRUM DX8G2 • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Back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 confirm the RF link is operating correctly. Perform
a range check at the beginning of each flying session to confirm
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 DX8
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 flying
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 Product
Support office for assistance.
5. If performing a range test while a telemetry module is active,
the display will show flight log data.
The DX8 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 specific
model displays on the Main Screen. A total system timer is also
available.
FUNCTION LIST
Back Mixing
Range Test
Timer

Spektrum DX8G2 Specifications

General

Modulation	DSMX
Proper use	Airplane, Aircraft
Product type	Remote control
Rubber grips	Yes
Product color	Black
Frequency band	2.4 GHz
Channels quantity	8 channels
Brand compatibility	Any brand
Display type	LCD
Battery capacity	2000 mAh