Building on the experience gained from both the DX6 and 7 the
DX6i is a ground-up design delivering all of the advantages that
Spektrum’s DSM2 technology offers, at a very affordable
price. The ability to fly anywhere without concerns of frequency
clashes, no more model generated interference and the added advantage
of features like SmartSafe™, ModelMatch™ and ServoSync™ all
contribute to making flying simply safer and more enjoyable with
DX6i.
Underpinned with DSM2 technology the DX6i is a full-range
transmitter that can be used to fly all types of craft
from small ultra-lights , foamies and mini helis to larger
glow or gas powered planes. For two years team pilots and
Spektrum engineers have been testing and using the same
DSM2 technology that the DX6i employs with DX7 and the
Spektrum Air Modules, proving constantly that the technology
delivers on its promise of reliable peg free, interference
free flying.
As with any device that we have to interface with the underlying
technology it’s only part of the overall design story.
DX6i has been designed very much with this in mind and input
starting from the original DX6 transmitter has seen it carefully
evolve into a transmitter that is both comfortable and pleasing
to have in the hand and one that offers easy access to all
of the controls and adjustment inputs. It is relatively light
weight, due in part to its efficiency and the need for only
four batteries to power it, but feels substantial to hold.
As such it evokes an air of confidence in that it is a competent
and substantial piece of equipment that can be used with
more than one plane or heli rather than a more toy-like transmitter
that is dedicated to just one particular model.
A new switch arrangement on the DX6i adds functionality that
other radios in its class simply don’t offer. In addition
to the traditional elevator and aileron dual-rate switches,
the DX6i also offers a third rudder dual-rate switch. This
may only be a small addition, but is never the less one that
can enhance the flying experience.
With the large amount of programming that is utilised in today’s
transmitters navigation through the vast array of menus can
become very cumbersome. Rather than using a combination of
buttons and switches as with some radios DX6i uses a single
scroll and click roller selector. The three-way roller selector
allows you to scroll up or down through the menu along with
selecting a menu item by simply pressing it in. The menus are
displayed on an easy to read substantial 60 by 25mm LCD screen
that features contrast adjustment to optimise viewing in all
conditions.
The DX6i is loaded with advanced programming features that
up until now would only be found on more expensive transmitters.
It provides an ideal solution for anyone who is looking for
economically priced full-featured radio system, thanks to
its extensive, feature-rich and easy to use menu system.
From basic trim settings for planes to advanced settings
for helis it has them all. Featuring a ten model memory it
can store each models unique settings, and as they are saved
with a multi-character name, accessing them when out flying
is very easy.
The DX6i comes with the AR6200 receiver which can be used for
any plane requiring six channels or less. The transmitter
is though, compatible with all the Spektrum DSM2 full range
and park flyer receivers including the AR6000, so for those
who have been flying with a DX6 the opportunity is now there
to upgrade to a DX6i and enjoy the extra functions just by
binding the transmitter to the original radio gear installed
in the plane.
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