Spektrum Quick Hit Tech Tips - How to change stick modes on Spektrum DXs transmitter

In this Quick Hit Tech Tip video, Tom goes over the steps needed to change the stick modes on the DXs entry level Spektrum transmitter. We detail the steps needed to go to Mode 1 from the default Mode 2, but these same steps and tips can be applied to either of the 4 available stick modes.
Also check out our written instructions here - bit.ly/DXsModeIns
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[@jeanlucvassort6411]

Thanks Tom, clear ... mode 2 to mode 1 done... your video helped a lot.

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

Glad it helped

[@jareddegler1780]

Thank you for the video, I also have a DXe that I bought the Bluetooth adapter for. Will we be able to use the mobile app to adjust our configuration with that adapter in the future?

[@MRCG68]

need to buy to wires and go on spektrum update to change form 1 to 2 ? no over way ? ....

[@69gimmic]

I performed this exactly as explained but my stocks did not go back to center perfectly…How do I adjust stock to center itself???

[@mito1338]

Thank you for this great helpful Video! It works! Thank you

[@SnowRover]

Couldn't get the "D" switch to work with AR620 receiver (tried all the channels on the receiver). Unfortunately the transmitter cannot be programmed with the Spektrum programmer. "D" switch only works with the AR8010 receiver on the AUX2 channel (AUX1 channel does not work either).

[@BigJoe173]

When I hold the trim buttons and turn my transmitter on it doesn’t go into the program mode, it just powers up normal. Any thoughts?

[@MRCG68]

what happens to step 2 ? no explaination ?

[@bobpug]

which Spektrum USB cable? SPMA3065 or 3265? a little clarity here would be appreciated..

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

SPMA3065

[@v8felon]

Can't find a video on what the batt port is for is it for a constant on or high energy servo?

[@bobpug]

When I hold the trims outboard and turn on the DXs (same radio your showing) I get orange lights ..It flys right by the blue programming mode..any thoughts?

[@diedrichrempel4919]

Hi . By changing the stick mode I still keep my issue. I have to press the bind button to keep the flaps up . How can I change that ?

[@thomasgiguiere4357]

My DXS is in a state where the left stick seems to only receive input if the throttle stick is pushed all the way forward (no lower setting than max throttle is really possible) and the rudder only detects rightward input. In other words, the whole gimbal only seems to respond to inputs that push the stick up and to the right (the upper right quadrant). I have tried resetting to factory defaults and playing with the trims, to no avail. It almost seems like an issue with the hardware itself. Can anyone provide some insight. Is it possible to calibrate the sticks?

[@old-rcplane-phart]

Friend of mine does the same thing. Only his is throttle channel. Works from half way to fill throttle. (Junky gimble).

[@thomasgiguiere4357]

@@old-rcplane-phart That stinks, so I will probably have to scrap the transmitter eh? taking the risk with an open-box transmitter deal at the local online retailer did not pay off. Here is my other problem-- I have a Jumper T-Lite that could do the trick for my park fliers, but I am having a devil of a time getting that to bind to anything. The DSM protocol is all set up the way KZbin told me to do it, but to no avail. I have also tried to bind to Taranis/D16 products to no avail. I feel like I am missing something but documentation for the T-lite is scant. Any ideas?

[@jakelang4387]

It's not even a spectrum radio..the board inside is a knock off

[@jakelang4387]

The jumper tlite or any jumper with multiple protocols,,has 3 veriations of dsmx dsm2 and dsm rx. Pick the one that will bind to your bird

[@Yyyyyy5]

What is the toggle above the left stick?

[@joebalderas2672]

Do you know how to reverse the servo for the collective without a cable? Mine is reversed on my 230s smart heli. Thanks

[@seanmacmillan1253]

Did you ever figure it out. Trying to do the same

[@ronmcintyre3077]

Can you use both gimbals to spring back to center

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

Yes you can! Simply relax the spring on both gimbals :)

[@jocelynarsenault6097]

With the new DXS, how do I use my channel 6 to make my flaps work??? How do we use our cell phone and how do we make the audio plug??

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

None of these are a option with the DXs at this time

[@old-rcplane-phart]

@@SpektrumRCvideos I. E. DONT update it!

[@neogamer210]

I lost my spring for the throttle in the process

[@headlight_fluid]

I almost did too bro

[@andresmirt]

My radio is recognized by the software, but only the “update” tab is clickable. I updated the radio, and still no other tabs are clickable. Any ideas what I need to do to actually program this for my gear and flaps?

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

The DXs currently is not programmable via the PC programmer

[@andresmirt]

@@SpektrumRCvideos seriously? The dxe is discontinued and this is what retailers and your salesmen are recommending. What is the time table for this radio to be supported? Horizon hobby needs to wake up a little. I

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

@@andresmirt Hard to give you a solid date at this time, but that functionality is being worked on my our team at this time. Stay tuned to our channel, once we have a updated programmer we'll post and create a how to guide. Thanks!

[@TheJulianga]

@@SpektrumRCvideos if it isnt programable via pc. Can you program flaps and safe mode via radio buttons? I would like to know. Thanks ✌

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

@@TheJulianga At this time no

[@juniorwest5706]

If I bind my nano 2 to the dxs that came with my 230s v2 will it unbind from my 230s , ? Or will the transmitter be bound to both ?

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

It will unbind from it yes

[@juniorwest5706]

@@SpektrumRCvideos thank you

[@firoutfarm]

I have the dxs, where did you get that 4 prong thing that plugs into the TX? I bought the spma3065 and did not get that. thank you

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

Comes in a small bag with the radio. If you got the radio with a airplane or heli it will need to be purchased separately. Thanks!

[@old-rcplane-phart]

@@SpektrumRCvideos OR, u can go to any older rc person, & make 1 yourself!

[@slowbutsure504]

Any way to change channel 5 to the 2 postion switch on the right instead of the three position that is on by default?

[@christyre8433]

My flaps used to work fine on my DXS ( D channel ) on my Turbo Timber 1.5 for months but now the flaps operate using the bind only and can’t find any info on what happened 🤬

[@DandSCreations]

Move your flaps to channel 6 on the receiver and use the gear switch.

[@old-rcplane-phart]

Why not use a servo extension & cut the power wire? After removing the female plastic covering? (Aside from making the public BUY your "adapter"?)

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

Totally an option if someone wants too :)

[@CrocaDucks]

I’m trying to bind the DXS transmitter to the UMX turbo timber and the flaps are stuck in the down position unless I press the panic button how do I fix this?

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

Reversing Ch6/Aux 1 will fix it being stuck in that position. check page 8 of the manual www.horizonhobby.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-horizon-master/default/dwc1ed33db/Manuals/SPM1010-Manual-EN.pdf

[@CrocaDucks]

@@SpektrumRCvideos Alright I’ll try that and update you, Thanks!

[@CrocaDucks]

@@SpektrumRCvideos I tried that and whilst the flaps are in neutral they can only be controlled by the panic button instead of the D switch on my remote it’s flyable but I still need some help

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

​@@CrocaDucks Unfortunately at this time it is not programmable in that regard. It is in the works but it will require a new PC and Smart Phone programming interface. Stay tuned to our social channels for news and updates.

[@CrocaDucks]

@@SpektrumRCvideos I understand, thanks for the help I’m just happy I can fly now

[@ericirish1606]

Can the DXS fly the Mustang P51 D June nite?

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

At this time no... We have a update coming soon that will allow users to change to different switch presets and it will work well with warbirds with flaps and retracts after that.

[@ericirish1606]

@@SpektrumRCvideos how soon? I just bought the Mustang after Hobby town USA told me DXS would work!!!!!!!

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

@@ericirish1606 Hopefully next week. You will need 2 cables to update the DXs. SPMA3065 and SPMA3068 adapter

[@old-rcplane-phart]

Spend another $100 & get the DX6e. It's the most inexpensive tx available from spektrum. (I use the NX8, myself. Great transmitter, but way expensive! 😳)

[@ericirish1606]

@@old-rcplane-phart I went and got one of those a month ago

[@greenwall380]

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