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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Cirrus DPR-5FM digital proportional radio control system.
The DPR-5FM is a high-quality, affordable 5 channel radio control system suitable for all
types of R/C aircraft, whether they be glow-powered or electric-powered.  The DPR-5FM
radio control system is manufactured with high-quality solid-state components for long life
and reliability.

Please read and understand this System Operating Guide before using your DPR-5FM
radio control system.

FEATURES and LAYOUT

5 Channel 72Mhz FM Transmitter

Lightweight Design

Servo Reversing on Channels 1-4

Trainer System (Cord Not Included)

Transmitter Battery Voltage Meter

Audible Low Battery Alarm

Neck Strap Attachment

Adjustable Stick Length and Tension

1 - Throttle/Rudder Control Stick
2 - Aileron/Elevator Control Stick
3 - Throttle Trim Lever
4 - Elevator Trim Lever
5 - Rudder Trim Lever
6 - Aileron Trim Lever
7 - Neck Strap Mount
8 - Antenna
9 - Power LED

10 - On/Off Switch
11 - Crystal
12 - Servo Reversing Switches
13 - Trainer Switch
14 - Auxiliary Switch (Retracts or Flaps)
15 - Carrying Handle
16 - Transmitter Battery Voltage Meter
17 - Trainer Jack (On Back)
18 - Battery Door (On Back)

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Summary of Contents for DPR-5FM

Page 1: ...SYSTEM OPERATING GUIDE Digital Proportional 5 Channel FM Radio Control System ...

Page 2: ...nd LAYOUT 5 Channel 72Mhz FM Transmitter Lightweight Design Servo Reversing on Channels 1 4 Trainer System Cord Not Included Transmitter Battery Voltage Meter Audible Low Battery Alarm Neck Strap Attachment Adjustable Stick Length and Tension 1 Throttle Rudder Control Stick 2 Aileron Elevator Control Stick 3 Throttle Trim Lever 4 Elevator Trim Lever 5 Rudder Trim Lever 6 Aileron Trim Lever 7 Neck ...

Page 3: ... The Cirrus DPR 5FM radio control system operates on 72Mhz The 72Mhz frequency band is for AIRCRAFT USE ONLY Listed below are the channel numbers and frequencies that are available CH 11 FREQUENCY 72 010 CH 12 FREQUENCY 72 030 CH 13 FREQUENCY 72 050 CH 14 FREQUENCY 72 070 CH 15 FREQUENCY 72 090 CH 16 FREQUENCY 72 110 CH 17 FREQUENCY 72 130 CH 18 FREQUENCY 72 150 CH 19 FREQUENCY 72 170 CH 20 FREQUE...

Page 4: ...ome off Antenna The antenna is telescoping and should always be pulled out completely while flying Power LED The power LED glows red when the transmitter is turned on Servo Reversing Switches These switches allow you to electronically change the direction the servos move Servo reversing is featured on channels 1 4 Double check that each switch is firmly pushed to one extreme or the other A small f...

Page 5: ...hed or otherwise damaged OPERATION Installing the Batteries Remove the battery door from the back of the transmitter by pulling down on it with one hand while holding the transmitter with your other hand Install 8 fresh AA Alkaline batteries being careful to make sure that the polarity is correct for each battery After double checking that the batteries are installed correctly reinstall the batter...

Page 6: ...instructor transmitter Verify that the trim levers and reversing switches are set up the same Also verify that the airplane s controls work properly using BOTH transmitters To activate the trainer system and give control to the student transmitter pull back and hold the trainer switch on the instructor transmitter At this point the student has control of the airplane If the student gets into troub...

Page 7: ...s that are deemed necessary should be done only by an authorized service technician Cirrus Radio Repair Department Any repairs made by a non authorized person may result in a violation of FCC rules It is against FCC rules to modify this transmitter for any use other than that intended by the manufacturer Replacement of any transmitter component crystal semiconductor etc by the user could result in...

Page 8: ...ining to the service requested You may request an estimate of services at the time you return your radio control system for service An omission of this request implies permission for Cirrus to service your radio control system at our discretion Include a method of payment for any service charges Send the unit to us by United Parcel Service Federal Express or by Insured Mail Postage is non refundab...

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