Installing the Receiver

My Spektrum DX6i kit came with 2 x AR 400 receivers. The box also included the Phoenix 4 simulator and DX6i transmitter. The simulator works like a dream with the DX6i when connected to a large TV. I have upgraded the AR 400 to a AR6210 6 channel long range receiver. This was after hearing about short range planes flying away. The AR6210 will work with future telemetry modules.

I bought a 6 volt 5 cell 1500 mAh battery which had the correct connector to my switch. The binding process was easy after following the instructions. Once done I connected my servos and noticed they set to their normal position. This required me adjusting the horn again.

My battery charger was a middle of the range unit, that can charge a number of types and can run off 12v. This seemed logical if you are at the field and need to charge something. After setting all the correct charging settings. I.e Amps and Cycle rate, it was a matter of holding the start button in until it started.

It is possible to charge your receiver battery with the transmitter charger. This would take longer, however could save money.

The receiver and battery are protected with foam rubber to avoid any vibration that could cause a problem. The AR 400 aerial is very short, so fitted as required.

Testing the servos worked well and now they need to be adjusted for trainer mode.

 

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Fitting the Pushrods

I ended up upgrading the horn connectors to EZ Clips and so the rod size increased as well. They are still a perfect fit in the tube, and the correct fit on the Du-Bro 2-56 Kwik Link.

I marked the push rods as shown in the manual and then cut and bent them to the 8mm requirement. I had to increase the horn hole size so that the rod would fit. Everything worked out fine.

Before I started, I used masking tape to ensure the elevator and rudder were straight. After fitting the receiver I found the servo position changed, and so I had to make a few adjustments.

 

 

 

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Fitting the Control Horns

The control horns that came with my kit were not the same as the guide. They had 3 holes each and looked more like a triangle. They still fitted much the same. The elevator horn ended up a bit off centre even after trying not to misalign the holes. I upgraded the push rod connectors to EZ clips. The connector did not fit on the first horn setting, and so I moved it. This could easily be fixed, should I need to.

With the rudder, I connected the control horn to the push rod, and made sure it lined up. This way it would be a good fit. I drilled it whist connected and fitted the small bolts and screws.

Lastly I carefully added some ZAP thread lock to all the bolts before making them tight. I still need to cut back the tips of the bolts.

 

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Fitting the Vertical Stabaliser

This was not that difficult. I made sure the correct amount of covering was removed and needed to ensure a small piece remained for the very end.

After adding the 30 min epoxy, the Stabaliser was fitted. I added some canopy glue under the thin white part that sticks out over the fuselage.

Using various methods, I made sure the glue set with the Stabaliser in the correct position.

 

 

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