Setting up the DX6i In Phoenix for full 6 channel functionality.

[tiddler]

For those that have just bought a DX6i and Phoenix. Heres how to set things up

The DX6i needs to be in Acro mode (Not heli mode) for it to output from all six channels individually. This way it will operate correctly with both helis and fixed wing models. You can assign idle up and throttle hold for helis. Plus Gear retracts, flaps, bomb drop and wheel brakes for planes. (Wheel brakes will operate on the flap/gyro switch and is optional)

Note:- Flaps and gear retract will only work on models that have that capability.

1... Set up a new model in the tx and call it Phoenix.

2... Select model type and set it to ACRO.

3... Under the "Adjust list" Select "Flaps" and set the land position to 100% down..........The Tx will now output a signal from all six channels.

4... Go into Phoenix and select System >>>"Set up new transmitter"

5... Calibrate the tx in the normal way, but be sure to operate both the "gear/Mode" switch and the "flap/gyro" switch during calibration so Phoenix can recognise them.

6... Go back into to Phoenix and select "System" >>>> "Your controls" >>>> "Edit" and set up each channel in both the "Simple" and "Detailed" controls screens, as shown below.

Note... the X's or Ticks (depending which version you are running) under "invert" where the channel has been reversed for correct operation.

Note... Idle up (Just out of view in the second detailed screen shot) should be set to channel 5

[choppaholic]

correct me if i am mistaken, but you can do this in heli mode too, just make a new model and all will work fine when you choose the dx6i in the phoneix option. if you have a dx7 do the same make a new heli model, but change swash to 1 servo and everything works straight out of the box. do the calibration for idle up/mode and flap/gyro the same way as explained above.

this how i am setup being a heli flyer i like to have heli in the screen. i do this even for the Msr when the manual tells you to use acro mode

[tiddler]

correct me if i am mistaken, but you can do this in heli mode too, just make a new model and all will work fine when you choose the dx6i in the phoneix option. if you have a dx7 do the same make a new heli model, but change swash to 1 servo and everything works straight out of the box. do the calibration for idle up/mode and flap/gyro the same way as explained above.

this how i am setup being a heli flyer i like to have heli in the screen. i do this even for the Msr when the manual tells you to use acro mode

The Dx6i Doesn't output to all 6 channels individually via the trainer socket unless its in acro mode.

[choppaholic]

The Dx6i Doesn't output to all 6 channels via the trainer socket unless its in acro mode.

Ha!!, now i see what you mean, you mean to say you can't use bomb drop because flaps do.

but it does output six channel in heli mode, its just that the 6th goes out on the pitch (if you put it to 120 swash) but phoenix wont work.

[unwind-protect]

but it does output six channel in heli mode, its just that the 6th goes out on the pitch (if you put it to 120 swash) but phoenix wont work.

It will it you set it to 1-servo 90deg. So will throttle hold.

[Smudgyboy]

Thanks 'tiddler' works fine....

[tiddler]

Thanks 'tiddler' works fine....

Your welcome Smudgy

[3Dheliflyer]

hi man thanks for trying to help i still cant get my heli to fly properly!!

[3Dheliflyer]

i fixed it mate thanks for the help

[3Dheliflyer]

still cant get the idle up to work

[Mart61]

You set the idle-up settings in the radio, not in Phoenix.

[bolders]

Not with this configuration you dont.

If you are using ACRO mode you have to assign idle up in phoenix to channel 5 (goto system/ your controls then edit your profile - also make sure you have detailed controls selected else the idle up option will not be shown)

[3Dheliflyer]

just one question can you fly a real heli while in acro mode?

[3Dheliflyer]

Not with this configuration you dont.

If you are using ACRO mode you have to assign idle up in phoenix to channel 5 (goto system/ your controls then edit your profile - also make sure you have detailed controls selected else the idle up option will not be shown)

that didnt work either!

[Mart61]

I don't use Phoenix in Acro mode.