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Setup procedure, Receiver initialization cycle, Switching between menu levels – Spektrum SPMAR7200BX User Manual

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Setup procedure

Power on the transmitter first. The AR7200BX initializes when the receiver is

powered on. Do not move the AR7200BX or the helicopter while the receiver is

initializing. You can lay the helicopter on its side to prevent it from moving in

windy conditions.

Receiver Initialization Cycle

1. LEDs cycle and then the firmware version will display for 3 seconds.

2. LEDs H through N cycle to initialize the receiver inputs.

3. LEDs A through G cycle to calibrate the sensors.

4. The swashplate moves a small amount and the Status LED turns solid after

initialization completes.

Status-LED

Purple Solid

Tail gyro is in Normal-Rate mode

Blue Solid

Tail gyro is in Heading Lock mode

5. One of the LEDs A–N will light for 10 seconds to show the amount of tail

gain.

(A) = 0% to (N)=100%.

Switching Between menu Levels

The AR7200BX has two menu levels—Setup Menu and Parameter Menu. You

must be in flight-ready mode (A–N LEDs off) to switch between menu levels.

Setup Menu—Access all basic settings for helicopter setup.
To access the Setup Menu: Press and hold the setup button until LED (A) stops

flashing and lights up solid.
Parameter Menu—Access settings to adjust the helicopter’s flight

characteristics. The Parameter Menu is used at the flying field.
To access the Parameter Menu: Press the setup button until LED (A) flashes

rapidly. Release the setup button when LED (A) flashes.