Novak Brushed Speed Control: M2 Dig Field Guide- 4 Profile Model (55-1846P-1 Rev. 1.2) - Manual

one-touch programming
single output mode
applications
esc parameters
transmitter adjustments
GOOD QUALITY RADIO SYSTEM SUGGESTED
With ESC connected to (at least) a receiver and a charged battery pack, and the
transmitter’s Aux/3rd channel (3Ch required for Dig) set to its middle position:
1. TURN ON THE TRANSMITTER’S POWER
2. PRESS & HOLD ESC’S ONE-TOUCH/SET BUTTON
3. TURN ON THE SPEED CONTROL’S POWER
With transmitter throttle at neutral, and still pressing the SET button, slide the
ESC’s ON/OFF switch to ON position.
4. CONTINUE HOLDING SET BUTTON UNTIL RED LED COMES ON
5. RELEASE SET BUTTON AS SOON AS LED TURNS RED
6. PULL TRANSMITTER THROTTLE TO FULL-ON POSITION
Hold it there until the green status LED turns solid green. (Note: Motor will not run)
7. PUSH TRANSMITTER THROTTLE TO FULL-BRAKE/REVERSE
Hold it there until the green status LED blinks green.
8. RETURN TRANSMITTER THROTTLE TO NEUTRAL
The blue & red status LEDs will turn on solid, indicating that speed control is now
ready to program the Aux/3rd channel that is used for the Dig feature. (Note: If
using the Single Output Mode without Dig, ESC will exit programming here)
9. CHANGE TRANSMITTER’S AUX/3rd CHANNEL TO ONE END POINT
The blue & green status LEDs will turn on solid.
10. CHANGE TRANSMITTER’S AUX/3rd CHANNEL TO OTHER END POINT
The blue status LED will turn on solid & the green LED will blink.
11. RETURN TRANSMITTER’S AUX/3rd CHANNEL TO NEUTRAL
The blue, yellow, & red status LEDs will turn on solid, indicating that speed
control is at neutral and that proper programming has been completed.
NOTE: If transmitter settings are changed, One-Touch Programming must be repeated.
If you experience any problems, turn off ESC and repeat One-Touch.
NOTE: Whenever the One-Touch Programming set-up is performed, the
speed control will automatically revert back to the factory-default settings.
Transmitter adjustments may not be needed to program and operate
the M2 Dig 3S ESC. However, if you have any problems with ONE-
TOUCH PROGRAMMING, adjust the transmitter as follows and repeat
the ONE-TOUCH PROGRAMMING step.
THROTTLE CHANNEL ADJUSTMENTS
A. Set HIGH ATV or EPA to maximum setting. [the amount of throw at
full throttle]
B. Set LOW ATV, EPA, or ATL to maximum setting. [the amount of throw
at full brakes]
C. Set THROTTLE CHANNEL EXPONENTIAL to zero setting. [throttle
channel linearity]
D. Set THROTTLE CHANNEL REV. SWITCH to either position.
E. Set THROTTLE CHANNEL TRIM to middle setting. [adjusts neutral
position]
F. Set ELECTRONIC TRIGGER THROW ADJUSTMENT to 50% throttle
and 50% brake throw–best for reversible ESCs.
[adjusts trigger throw electronic/digital pistol-grip transmitters]
G. Set MECHANICAL TRIGGER THROW ADJUSTMENT to position with
1/2 throttle and 1/2 brake throw.
AUX OR 3rd CHANNEL ADJUSTMENTS
A. Set AUX/3rd CHANNEL EXPONENTIAL to zero setting. [aux/3rd
channel linearity]
B. Set AUX/3rd CHANNEL REV. SWITCH to either position.
C. Set AUX/3rd CHANNEL TRIM to middle setting.
NOT ALL TRANSMITTERS HA
VE THESE ADJUSTMENTS
With the greater demand of high-end electronics, undesirable radio
system noise may occur when used with lower quality radio systems.
2.4GHz radio systems are the best to use. FM radio systems are
acceptable, as long as the system is high quality. AM radio systems
are NOT recommended.
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The Single Output Mode is for use with either single or dual motor
applications when using a two-channel transmitter––the Dig feature
is not available in this Mode.
FOR SINGLE MOTOR APPLICATIONS Either set of motor wires may
be used, or both sets may be used for increased performance. When
using both sets of motor wires, both yellow wires connect to the
positive terminal of the motor and both blue wires will connect to the
negative terminal. Refer to Figure 4 on Basic Set-Up Guide for wiring
diagram. In this Mode you will use Throttle Profile 3 (refer to Thottle
Profile Selection on P6 of Field Guide). Change the ESC to Throttle
Profile 3 before doing the One-Touch Set-Up Programming.
FOR DUAL MOTOR APPLICATIONS The M1 motor wires will connect
to the front motor, and M2 motor wires will connect to the rear motor.
Use Throttle Profile 3.
In addition to rock crawling applications, the M2 Dig is ideal for
dual drive applications such as robot, boat, tank, and submarine. For
these applications, the ESC should be operated in Throttle Profile #2
(default) so that variable power can be applied to the motors.
For applications to drive two motors independently, including
accessory items such as a winch, Profile #4 can be used.
For applications to drive one motor for higher performance, or
connect two motors and control them both at the same time, Profile
#3 can be used.
Refer to pages 6-7 for description of profiles, and how to change
the throttle profile. Each profile can be customized on-board
using the One-Touch button.
WARNING- If switching from Profile #3 to Profile #4, the
motor(s) MUST be rewired FIRST to prevent damage to the ESC.
1. Hill/Drag Brake (1 of 10) .......................................................5-97%
2. Dig Power (1 of 10) .............................................................30-97%
3. Dead Band (1 of 5) ................................................................ 2-8%
4. Minimum Drive (1 or 5) ........................................................2-12%
5. Drive Frequency (1 of 10) ............................................... 1.0-7.3KHz
6. Voltage Cut-Off (1 of 3) ............................................ OFF-LiPo-LiFe
7. Profile (1 of 4) Dig, Proportional Dig, Single Output Mode, Dual Independent
The above speed control parameters are adjustable via the ESC’s
One-Touch/Programming button and the on-board status LEDs.
These instructions are for the updated M2 Dig ESC that includes 4 profiles.
If your M2 Dig includes 3 profiles, download the original Field Guide.
The M2 Dig 3S Dual Brush ESC is
factory loaded with programmable
features. This Field Guide was
designed as a quick-reference guide
to help you tackle adjusting any of the
M2’s crawling functions in the field.
Take some time to read through this
guide thoroughly before operation.
Most importantly, enjoy all of the
technical benefits and features that
the M2 Dig has to offer!
Refer to “Basic Set-Up Guide” for pages 1-4 for installation instructions.
M2 dig field guide
#55-1846P-1 Rev. 1.2 1-2015
P5
Best to use
2.4 GHz
OK to use
FM
Do not use
AM