Motopreserve
Drone Enthusiast
It sounds like you need to spend a little time with your Tx manual. Did you start with a fresh model? I can't remember the one you have.
You are going to need to set up from scratch, making sure all the sticks are sending signal correctly (reverse) and that you stick throws are all set to be able to hit the bottom well enough (this might be your issue with the arming). Make sure all your trims are set to neutral as well.
It is definitely not normal to activate throttle with a switch, unless it's been programmed to arm/disarm the motors.
You are going to need to set up from scratch, making sure all the sticks are sending signal correctly (reverse) and that you stick throws are all set to be able to hit the bottom well enough (this might be your issue with the arming). Make sure all your trims are set to neutral as well.
It is definitely not normal to activate throttle with a switch, unless it's been programmed to arm/disarm the motors.