FrSky Archer M Receiver Instruction Manual

FrSky Archer M Receiver

Introduction

The ARCHER M+ receiver features its tiny form factor and new ACCESS protocol. ACCESS provides the lower latency and increased performance of our previous XM+ receivers. With OTA (Over-The-Air) function supportfirmware upgrades will be very easy, no more wires.

The ARCHER M+ has an S.Port/F.Port that makes this tiny receiver also support the telemetry function with around 500 to 600 meters telemetry range. Now you can enjoy the audio feedback with it from your FrSky ACCESS enabled transmitter.

Overview

Specifications

• Dimension: 17*11.7*4 mm (L*W*H)
• Weight: 1g
• Number of Channels: 16/24 SBUS channels
  • 16 SBUS channels
  • 24 SBUS channels (Stay tuned)
• Operating Voltage Range: 3.5 -10V
• Operating Current: typ
• Operating Range: ＞1.2km (*Range may vary based on local conditions.)
• Compatibility: All FrSky ACCESS transmitters

Features

• ACCESS protocol with Over The Air (OTA)
• Tiny and super lightweight
• Full control range & 500 to 600 meters telemetry range
• SBUS OUT
• S.Port / F.Port
• Inverted S.Port
• VFR (Valid Frame Rate) telemetry

LED state

Registration & Automatic binding (Smart Match TM )

With the FrSky ACCESS protocol, the transmitter/transmitter module can bind receiver without using the “REG” button.

Follow the step below to finish the Registration & binding procedure:

1.  Put the transmitter/transmitter module into [Reg] status.
   • For Taranis X-Lite Pro as an example, turn on the transmitter, go to the MENU-MODEL SETUP-PAGE 2, choose Internal or External RF, and select [Reg].
2. Connect the battery to the receiver while holding the button on the receiver. The RED LED and GREEN LED on the receiver will be on, indicating into the [Reg] status. Select [ENTER] on the transmitter, The RED LED and GREEN LED on the receiver will flash, and the transmitter displays [Registration ok].
3. Turn off the receiver.
4. Move the cursor to select the receiver 1 [Bind].
5. Connect the battery to the receiver, the GREEN LED will flash, indicating into the [Bind] status. Select the RX, the GREEN will keep lit, and the transmitter displays [Bind successful].
6. The transmitter exit [Bind], GREEN LED will keep lit, RED LED will be off, indicating Working normally.

How to switch the F.Port

For Taranis X-Lite Pro as an example, select the Receiver, press the ENTER button, select the Options, and select F.Port.

About OTA function

— For Taranis X-Lite Pro as an example, go to the SD CARD 2/7, and select the FW, press the enter button, select [Flash receiver OTA], power on the receiver, select the RX, go to the [ENTER], complete the flash process, the transmitter will display [Flash successful]. Re-power the receiver and wait for 3 seconds, the Green LED starts flashing indicates the receiver works properly at the momemnt.

Note: Please do not do the binding operation in the near range while the firmware upgrading in progress.Note: Update the firmware after the receiver gets bound.

FCC STATEMENT

1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
   1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
   2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
2. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FrSky is continuously adding features and improvements to our products. To get the most from your product, please check the download section of the FrSky website www.frsky-rc.com for the latest update firmware and manuals

FrSky Electronic Co., Ltd.www.frsky-rc.comContact us : [email protected]

References

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  FrSky Top Rated RC Hobby Radio, Receiver and RC Model – Lets you set the limits
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  Robinson+Cole