Novak Oval Spec 1S Set-Up (55-1743-1.2) - Manual

set-up guide proper gearing
Motor operating temperature is the ONLY
way to properly set vehicle gearing
Motor & ESC temperatures should NEVER exceed
160°F MAX at any time during operation !
Change the gearing to avoid overheating!
DO NOT FREE-REV MOTOR !
Free-running your brushless motor in a no-load condition can cause rotor failure
& ESC transistor damage that will not be covered by the product’s warranty.
Because of the potential of damage from overheating that can cause ESC or
motor failure, you should start with small pinion sizes and check the
speed control and motor operating temperatures during the initial runs after
installation. This is the best way to avoid excessive heating.
If ESC & motor temperatures remain low & stable, you can slowly increase
the pinion size while again monitoring the temperatures to determine the
safe gearing for your vehicle, motor, and climate/track conditions. Because
these variables can change or be modified, you should continually monitor
ESC & motor temperatures to protect your electronics from damage.
This speed control has been designed specifically for high
performance racing usage, and does not have any built-in
voltage cut-off circuitry. To avoid premature LiPo battery
failure, you should avoid letting the battery voltage drop
below the cell’s critical safety voltage during operation.
voltage cut-off circuitry
temperature monitoring
This speed control has a built-in diagnostic temperature monitoring feature
that lets you quickly and easily check the ESC’s operating temperature at any
time with a click of the ESC’s push-button.
While connected to a battery and powered ON,
simply tap the ESC’s SET
button and one of the on-board LED lights will flash 4 times to indicate the
operating temperature of the speed control:
WHITE flashing LED = normal operating temp-- under 135°F (57°C).
BLUE flashing LED = medium operating temp-- 136-147°F (58-64°C).
YELLOW flashing LED = hot operating temp-- 148-167°F (65-75°C).
GREEN flashing LED = hotter operating temp-- 168-194°F (76-90°C).
RED flashing LED = hottest operating temp--195-215°F (91-102°C).
You are now pushing the ESC extremely hard and should be very
careful to avoid overheating and possible thermal shut-down.
All LEDs flashing = DANGEROUS operating temp-- 216-239°F (103-115°C).
Your ESC is now about to thermally shut-down.
Reduce the pinion size/check drive train to avoid ESC
overheating that could result in potential damage.
NOVAK R/C, INC.
19 Rancho Circle, Lake Forest, CA 92630
PHONE: (949) 916-6044 • Monday-Thursday
Customer Service E-mail: [email protected]
www.teamnovak.com
#55-1743-1.2
1-2014
SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage ........................................................................... 1S LiPo
Motor Compatibility ........................................ Sensor-Based Brushless
ESC Size ............................. 1.16” x 1.47” x 0.7” (29.5 x 37.3 x 17.8mm)
ESC Weight (w/o wires) ..................................1.29 ounce (36.6 grams)
Power Wire (Battery/Motor) ............................. 12G Super-Flex Silicone
On-Resistance .................................... 0.0004 ohm (@25°C trans.temp.)
Adjustable Parameters ........................................................................7
On-Board Diagnostics .............Temperature Monitoring, Hall Sensor Test
PLUG-IN INPUT SIGNAL HARNESS (MINI-JST) [Novak kits #5304 & #5309]
Input signal harness with 2mm Mini plug on ESC end--4.5” (#5304), 9” (#5309).
BRUSHLESS MOTOR CONNECTOR WIRE SET [Novak kit #5332]
Flexible 14GA wire with gold-plated connectors for low-resistance connections.
BRUSHLESS SENSOR HARNESSES [Novak kit #5351-#5353]
Shielded sensor harness protects sensor wires--4” (#5351), 6” (#5352), 9” (#5353).
SUPER-FLEX SILICONE 14GA WIRE SET [Novak kit #5508]
Two each of 9” length black, red, blue, yellow, and orange 14GA wire.
SUPER-FLEX SILICONE 12GA WIRE–BLACK/RED/BLUE [Novak kit #5512]
3 foot lengths of black, red, and blue ultra low-resistance12GA wire.
SUPER-FLEX SILICONE 12GA WIRE–BLACK/RED [Novak kit #5530]
3 foot lengths of black and red ultra low-resistance12GA wire.
REPLACEMENT REMOTE POWER PROGRAMMING SWITCH [Novak kit #5602]
Replacement ON/OFF switch/programming button harness for Novak speed controls.
GLITCH BUSTER CAPACITOR [Novak kit #5626]
Supplies reserve power to receiver during spikes of heavy load to avoid drop-out.
25x25x10mm BLACK COOLING FAN--Mini [Novak kit #5649]
Replacement cooling fan with 2mm mini plug harness to fit Novak speed controls.
POWER CONNECTORS–3.5mm & 4mm [Novak kit #5731 & #5741]
Low-Loss connectors generate dozens of wiring routing and installation options.
LEAD-FREE SILVER SOLDER [Novak kit #5831-#5833]
3% Silver solder for high-conductivity--6gr (#5831), 15gr (#5832), 100gr (#5833).
MOUNTING TAPE 25x35mm [Novak kit #5840 & #5841]
Cushioned, double-sided tape for mounting electronics--10pc (#5840), 100pc (#5841).
HEAT SHRINK TUBING [Novak kit #5850 & #5851]
6” long heat shrink tubing in six sizes: 1/16” - 3/8”--6pc kit (#5850), 24pc kit (#5851).
ACCESSORIES
The Novak Oval Spec speed control has been designed along with the top
racers to meet the demands of 1S sensor-based brushless motor racing.
The Oval Spec has a simplified interface that gives you all the
adjustability you need to turn the fastest possible laps without the
need for external programming devices or computers. 7 user-adjustable
parameters include 3 Ranges of Maximum Timing Advance to best suit
different motors and racing classes, Timing RPM Start Point, Timing
RPM End Point, Drive Frequency, Minimum Drive, & Dead Band, plus it
has On-Board Temperature Monitoring to keep things in check.
WATER & ELECTRONICS DON’T MIX!
Allowing water, moisture, or other foreign materials to get inside the
speed control will void product’s warranty.
MUST BE 14 YEARS OR OLDER TO OPERATE
Strict adult supervision is required for use by children under 14 years of age.
SENSOR-BASED BRUSHLESS MOTORS ONLY
Designed for use with sensor-based brushless motors.
DO NOT FREE REV OR OPERATE WITHOUT LOAD!
This includes running motor without a pinion or holding car in the air and
running motor at or close to full power. Free revving will void the warranty!
NO SCHOTTKY DIODES!
Do not use Schottky diodes with with brushess ESCs!
1S LiPo USE ONLY
This ESC is designed for 1S LiPo pack usage ONLY.
DISCONNECT BATTERIES WHEN NOT IN USE
Always disconnect batteries from the ESC when not in use or left
unattended to avoid short circuits and possible fire hazard.
POWERCAP REQUIRED
An external PowerCap is installed on the ESC & MUST be used at all
times. Failure to use the correct Novak PowerCap will result in higher ESC
temperatures & possible damage.
GOOD QUALITY LiPo BATTERIES SUGGESTED
Using low quality LiPo batteries that cannot supply the amperage
required by this system will result in possible battery, ESC, & motor
damage, and will void the warranty.
TRANSMITTER ON FIRST
Always turn on transmitter power first so you will have control of
vehicle when you turn the ESC’s power on.
DO NOT BUNDLE POWER & SIGNAL WIRES TOGETHER
RF noise in the power wires can adversely effect radio system performance.
INSULATE WIRES & NO REVERSE VOLTAGE!
Insulate all exposed wiring with heat shrink tubing or electrical tape
to prevent short circuits, & never reverse connect the battery--ESC
damage will occur & void the warranty.
NO CA GLUE
CA glue or its fumes can damage the PC board and internal
components of the ESC & cause premature failure.
PRECAUTIONS
trouble-shooting guide
Steering Channel Works But Motor Will Not Run
• Possible receiver damage––Check operation with a different receiver.
• Possible internal damage––Refer to ‘SERVICE PROCEDURES’ section.
• Check motor or motor connections.
• Check ESC is plugged into receiver’s throttle channel. Check signal harness wire sequence.
Receiver Glitches/Throttle Stutters During Acceleration
• Receiver or antenna too close to ESC, power wires, battery, or motor.
• Bad motor sensors, sensor harness, or connections––Check wiring, sensor harness, &
connections, perform hall sensor test (Refer to ‘MOTOR HALL SENSOR TEST’ section).
• Low voltage to receiver––Try Novak Glitch Buster (#5626) on receiver to retain power.
• PowerCap damaged/missing––Replace PowerCap/Trans-Cap Module.
• Battery pack damaged or weak––Try a different battery pack.
• Motor magnet weak or overheated––Replace rotor (Refer to motor manufacturer’s website).
• Excessive current to motor—Use a milder motor or a smaller pinion gear.
• Untidy wires or signal and power wired bundled together. Input harness and servo
wires should be bundled separately. Power wires should be as short as possible.
Motor and Steering Servo Do Not Work
• Check wires, receiver signal harness wiring & color sequence, radio system, crystals,
battery/motor connectors, & battery pack.
• Possible receiver damage––Check operation with a different receiver.
• Possible internal damage––Refer to Service Procedures.
Speed Control Runs Excessively Hot
• Gear ratio too low––Increase gear ratio/Reduce pinion (refer to ‘PROPER GEAR SELECTION’).
• Motor is damaged––Try a different motor.
Model Runs Slowly/Slow Acceleration
• Gear ratio too high––Reduce gear ratio/Increase pinion (refer to ‘PROPER GEAR SELECTION’).
• Check battery & connectors––Check battery pack & connectors. Replace if needed.
• Incorrect transmitter/ESC adjustment––Refer to ‘TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENTS’.
• PowerCap damaged/missing––Replace PowerCap or Power Trans-Cap Module.
ESC Is Melted Or Burnt/ESC Runs With Switch Off
• Internal damage––Refer to Service Procedures.
No Power to the ESC
• Check power wire connections to your battery, ESC, receiver pack, or booster circuit.
• Be sure that the booster circuit or receiver pack switch is turned ON.
error/LED codes
• White status LED blinking––Electronic motor timing turned off/0° advancement.
• Red & Green status LEDs on solid––Check input signal harness connections at ESC and
receiver. Check input signal harness wiring sequence––Refer to STEP 3.
• Red status LED on solid & Green LED blinking––Check motor sensor harness connection.
Possible internal motor damage.
• Blue & Green status LEDs both blinking. Misfire shut-down––return throttle to neutral
position to regain motor control––check drive train for free operation.
• Blue & Red status LEDs blinking. Possible ESC thermal shut-down––Check gear ratio
& free operation of drive train for possible overloading/ESC is being severely over-
loaded––allow system to cool & return throttle to neutral position to regain motor
control. LEDs will continue to blink until system is cooled down.
• Blue & Yellow status LEDs blinking. Possible Motor thermal shut-down––Check gear
ratio & free operation of drive train for possible overloading/Motor is being severely
over-loaded––allow system to cool & return throttle to neutral position to regain
motor control. LEDs will continue to blink until system is cooled down.
• Blue & Green (Misfire Detection), Blue & Red (ESC Thermal Shut-Down), or Blue &
Yellow (Motor Thermal Shut-Down) status LEDs blinking. ESC may have shut-down &
ESC’s neutral point is too far off to sense that transmitter throttle has been returned
to neutral (Refer to ‘ONE-TOUCH’ & ‘TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENTS’).
service procedures
Before sending your product in for service, review the Trouble-Shooting Guide. Product
may appear to have failed when other problems exist. After reviewing instructions, if you
feel that you require service, obtain the most current service options & pricing as follows:
WEB: Print out the
PRODUCT SERVICE FORM from CUSTOMER SERVICE section of the web
site. Fill out required information on form and return it with the product requiring service.
WARRANTY SERVICE: You MUST CLAIM WARRANTY on
PRODUCT SERVICE FORM & include
a valid cash register receipt with purchase date, dealer name, & phone# on it, or a previous
service invoice. If warranty provisions have been voided, there will be service charges.
• ESCs returned without a serial number will not be serviced under warranty •
TRADE-IN PROGRAM: Novak offers a trade-in program for non-warranty items toward
current and discontinued products. You can replace, exchange, or upgrade Novak products
as listed within the trade-in program. Complete a Non-Warranty Service Form to be eligible.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
• Dealers/distributors aren’t authorized to replace products thought to be defective.
• If a hobby dealer returns your product for service, submit a completed PRODUCT
SERVICE FORM to the dealer and make sure it is included with product.
• Novak R/C, Inc. does not make any internal electronic components (transistors,
resistors, etc.) available for sale.
product warranty
This Brushless ESC is guaranteed to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 120
days from original purchase date (verified by dated, itemized sales receipt). Warranty does not cover
incorrect installation, components worn by use, damage to case or exposed circuit boards, damage
from using more than 1 LiPo cell input voltage, damage resulting from using insufficient LiPo batteries
that cannot supply the amperage required by this system, cross-connection of battery/motor power
wires, overheating solder tabs, reverse voltage application, improper use or installation of external BEC,
damage resulting from thermal overload or short-circuiting motor, damage from incorrect installation
of FET servo or receiver battery pack, damage due to free revving motor, damage resulting from use
of a non-Novak motor or a non-sensored motor, operating ESC without factory-installed PowerCaps
or operating with damaged PowerCaps, using a Schottky diode, splices to input or sensor harnesses,
damage from excessive force when using the One-Touch/SET button or from disassembling case,
tampering with internal electronics, allowing water, moisture, or any other foreign material to enter
ESC or get onto the PC board, incorrect installation/wiring of input plug plastic, allowing exposed
wiring or solder tabs to short-circuit, or any damage caused by a crash, flooding, or natural disaster.
Because Novak has no control over connection & use of ESC or other related electronics, no liability may
be assumed nor will be accepted for any damage resulting from the use of this product. Every Novak
ESC & motor is thoroughly tested & cycled before leaving our facility and is, therefore, considered
operational. By the act of connecting/operating ESC, user accepts all resulting liability. In no case shall
our liability exceed the product’s original cost. We reserve the right to modify warranty provisions
without notice. This product is not intended for use by children under 14 years of age without the
strict supervision of an adult. Use of this product in an uncontrolled manner may result in physical
damage or injuries—take extra care when operating any remote control vehicle. Melted ESCs/motors
are not covered by the warranty.
Designed by Novak R/C, Inc. in California and assembled with globally sourced components.
©2014 Novak R/C, Inc. • All Rights Reserved • No part of these instructions may be reproduced
without the written permission of Novak R/C, Inc.
With higher performance electronic systems, undesirable radio system noise
may occur when used with lower quality radio systems.
Use of high quality 2.4GHz radio systems is best--
Avoid cheap 2.4GHz systems.
FM radio systems are acceptable, as long as the system is high quality.
AM radio systems are NOT recommended.
Good Quality Radio System Suggested
FM AM 2.4 GHz
Do not use OK to use Best to use