User's Guide
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SPEKTRUM DX5 RUGGED • TRANSMITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
EN
INSTALLING BATTERIES
CAUTION: NEVER remove the transmitter batteries 
while the model is powered on. Loss of model control, 
damage or injury may occur. 
CAUTION: If using rechargeable batteries, charge only 
rechargeable batteries. Charging non-rechargeable 
batteries may cause the batteries to burst, resulting in injury to 
persons and/or damage to property.
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect 
type. Dispose of used batteries according to national regulations.
1.  Remove the battery cover from the bottom of the 
transmitter.
2.  Install 4 AA batteries as shown.
3.  Install the battery cover.
IDENTIFYING CONTROLS AND SWITCHES
A
H
B
D
E
F
G
I
I
K
L
J
C
M
N
Q
P
O
R
T
S
A: Trimmer Button A
  Default- Throttle Trim
B: Trimmer Button B
  Default- Steering Trim
C: Trimmer Button C
D: Trimmer Button D
E: Trimmer Button E
  Default- Steering Rate Up
F: Trimmer Button F
 Default- Brake Rate Up
G: Button G
 Default- Timer Start/Stop
H: Thumb steering
I: Strap hook
J: Touch Slider
K: Power Button
L: Antenna
M: Steering Wheel
N: Trigger (throttle/brake)
O: Battery Door
P: 
Data Port, Accessory Storage
Q: LCD Screen
R: Back Button
S: Slide Button
T: Clear Button
The Main Screen displays information about the active model, 
including the Timer (when activated). To return to the Main 
Screen at any time, press and hold the 
scroll wheel for at least 
6 seconds.
A: Transmitter Battery Voltage
B: Model Name
C: Steering Rate
D: Timer (when activated)
E: Position of Steering (STR) trim 
F: Position of Throttle (THR) trim
G: Position of Brake (BRK) trim
H: Position of AUX 1 trim
I: Position of AUX 2 trim
J: Position of AUX 3 trim
MAIN SCREEN
A
B
C
D
F
E
G
H
I
J










