Same here
I have a 12X transmitter and a 1222 RX. I also could not get it to power up making the same mistake and had the bind plug in the wrong slot. I also sent it in to JR after I did get it to power up just to make sure it was alright. Been flying it in my F-15 all last summer and it has been fine. JR needs to clarify the instructions a little.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2moHwVW8NM
Joe Lewis
Kingtech
K-80 and K-140
Owner