User manual NOVAK ELEKTRA

[. . . ] ELEKTRA The Elektra is an entry-level mid-frequency speed control created with the high-end racing technology that Novak Electronics is known for. The Elektra features the original One-Touch Set-UpTM for quick and easy set-up. With Novak's revolutionary Polar Drive TechnologyTM and Digital Anti-Glitch CircuitryTM the Elektra runs longer and smoother than conventional ESCs (Electronic Speed Controls). While Radio Priority CircuitryTM maintains total steering control even after the main battery pack has discharged and can no longer move the vehicle. [. . . ] INSTALL THE ANTENNA Mount the antenna as close to the receiver as possible. Trail any excess wire off the top of the antenna mast. Do not cut or coil excess wire. Cutting or coiling excess wire will reduce radio range. INSTALLATION EXAMPLES All Novak ESCs are guaranteed to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 120 days from the original date of purchase. Complete warranty details inside. Input Voltage Case Width Case Depth Case Height Weight (w/o heat sinks) On-Resistance @ Transistors Rated Current Braking Current BEC Rating Motor Limit Wire Size (Battery/Motor) Wire Length (Battery/Motor) Signal Harness Length PWM Drive Frequency 6 cells (1. 2 volts DC/cell) 1. 75 inches [44. 45 mm] 1. 36 inches [34. 59 mm] 0. 73 inch [18. 42 mm] 1. 71 ounces [48. 48 g] 0. 010 (25°C junction temp. ) 120 amps 40 amps 5. 0 volts DC / 0. 5 amps 20 turns 16 gauge 6 inches [152 mm] 6 inches [152 mm] 500 hertz (nominal) PART #1930 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS #1930 STEP 3 HOOK-UP INSTRUCTIONS Refer to set-up photo below STEP 4 TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENT Proper transmitter adjustment is important for optimum performance from your speed control. The basic throttle channel adjustments for the transmitter are as follows: 1. Set HIGH ATV or EPA to maximum setting. [Controls amount of throw from neutral to full throttle] TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE This section describes possible speed control problems, causes, and solutions. 1. INSTALL MOTOR CAPACITORS Electric motors generate radio noise that can interfere with your receiver and cause radio problems. Included in the accessory kit with the speed control are three 0. 1µF (50V) non-polarized, ceramic capacitors. These capacitors must be installed on every motor to help reduce the noise generated by the motor and also to prevent possible damage to the speed control. Solder 0. 1µF (50V) capacitors between: · POSITIVE (+) motor tab & NEGATIVE (-) motor tab. · POSITIVE (+) motor tab & GROUND tab*. · NEGATIVE (-) motor tab & GROUND tab*. *If your motor does not have a ground tab, solder the capacitor leads to the can of the motor as shown below. Negative (-) motor tab 0. 1µF Capacitors Schottky diode Positive (+) motor tab Steering Channel Works But Motor Will Not Run · Speed control has thermally shut down­­Allow ESC to cool down­­Use milder motor or smaller pinion gear. · Make sure ESC is plugged into the throttle channel of receiver. Check throttle channel operation with a servo. Check wiring color sequence of receiver signal harness. · Possible internal damage­­Refer to Service Procedures. 2. Set LOW ATV, EPA, or ATL to maximum setting. [Controls amount of throw from neutral to full brakes] [Reduce this after ESC adjustment to reduce amount of brakes] 3. Set EXPONENTIAL to zero setting. [Controls the linearity of the throttle channel] Receiver Glitches/Throttle Stutters During Acceleration · Motor capacitors broken or missing­­Refer to Step 3. · Receiver or antenna too close to speed control, power wires, battery, or motor­­Refer to Step 2. · Bad connections­­Check wiring and connectors. · Motor brushes worn­­Replace brushes. [. . . ] PUSH TRANSMITTER THROTTLE TO FULL-BRAKE Hold it there until the status LED blinks green. RETURN TRANSMITTER THROTTLE TO NEUTRAL Status LED will turn solid red, indicating that throttle is at neutral and proper programming has been completed. CHECK OPERATION OF THE SPEED CONTROL Connect the motor and check for proper operation. With no throttle or brake applied the status LED should be solid red and the motor should not be running. [. . . ]