Novak M2 Dig ESC Combo

[P3NGU1N]

Has anyone attempted to set this ESC up on a basic 3PM radio? I am using the radio for Vanquish 3-pos dig and wondering if it'll handle the M2 using the same SW2\Cond2 configuration. I couldn't find any information other than the 3PM-X.

[Deezul]

i just mean a firmware update or something(for the m2)

[AreCee]

Originally Posted by Deezul

i just mean a firmware update or something(for the m2)

The M2 is fine, it's the way the DX3R works and I doubt you'll get a firmware update for that.

[chad30w]

That's funny they demo'd it with a dx3r

[AreCee]

Originally Posted by chad30w

That's funny they demo'd it with a dx3r

It's kind of like when you don't want to use full dig you can use the propo to get partial dig.

I just set up my radio with AUX linear on switch A and 3pos on switch C. I'll try it on the rocks.

[aaugman]

Originally Posted by offroader81

hy. I have xr10, runing on 2s lipo, and futaba t3pk transmitter. I would only like to have lock on rear axle (dig), and my servo conected directly into reciver ( without bec). So I am asking you is novak m2 dig esc good for what I want to drive? Must apolagize, but I am from europa, and have problem with writing in english Hope you understand. Thank you all!!!!!!!!!!

You should be good, What servo ? it seems there is only an issue when you have a high volt servo.

[aaugman]

Is it glitching from the frequency of the spectrum rx and the Esc ? It doesn't make sense that when the CC Bec is hooked directly up to the battery and servo that it would have any affect on the esc. The only common piece between the 2 is the signal wire.

[SMR 510RR]

Originally Posted by AreCee

Not a real problem but if you wanted to use the speedo to overdrive the front think again with this radio.

You can set your neutral point to be off center if you want.

Set sub trim to 0
One touch program
Adjust sub trim to allow for the amount of overdrive/underdrive you want.

Should work well, havent set mine up yet but I dont see why it wouldnt work. You will probably have to adjust your end points so it doesnt go back into 4wd past full dig but I dont see that being an issue.

[pinckbrown]

I gave up on my Novak M2. I'm running Spektrum DX3R & 3 cell lipo & Hi-Tec High Voltage 7980TH Servo, 14 pinion front, 13 pinion rear, Novak 55s.
Burned up 2 Castle Creations BECs. This was wired by CKRC. They contacted Novak about the situation and were unable to effect a solution. CKRC has stopped selling the Novak M2 until compatability with DX3R & CC BEC is resolved. After waiting months for the M2 and watching the demo video using the DX3R, very disappointed. I like using the servo at high voltage. I went back to a single Tekin FX-R and Punk DIG. I am using the E switch as 3 position - forward = front DIG, middle = 4WD, rear = rear DIG. I am using the
F switch as 2 position - 4WD or Front DIG.
pinckbrown

[Lowe's48]

Originally Posted by pinckbrown

I gave up on my Novak M2. I'm running Spektrum DX3R & 3 cell lipo & Hi-Tec High Voltage 7980TH Servo, 14 pinion front, 13 pinion rear, Novak 55s.
Burned up 2 Castle Creations BECs. This was wired by CKRC. They contacted Novak about the situation and were unable to effect a solution. CKRC has stopped selling the Novak M2 until compatability with DX3R & CC BEC is resolved. After waiting months for the M2 and watching the demo video using the DX3R, very disappointed. I like using the servo at high voltage. I went back to a single Tekin FX-R and Punk DIG. I am using the E switch as 3 position - forward = front DIG, middle = 4WD, rear = rear DIG. I am using the
F switch as 2 position - 4WD or Front DIG.
pinckbrown

How did CKRC wired it ? Did they wire the BEC straight to the servo only ?

[Lowe's48]

Is it posible to run the servo straight to the batt ? If you have a 2s 400mah....it'll be light enough so the weight wont be an issue !
Will that work ? Anyone know how to hook it up ?

[Charlie]

Hi guys,

Sorry for my lack of posting, but I have posted my email several times. csuangka@teamnovak.com

I've spoken with Novak Engineering and it looks like they've resolved this CCBEC issue. A 1.3 version update to the firmware is currently available on the Novak site, and "should" work with the NovaLink for the updating purposes. I'll sit down with my PC and a few ESC's that my test group has been running this week and let you guys know as soon as I see improvement.

I have not burned up any BEC's doing these installs. I have not had "glitching" of any sort beyond the BEC being turned off "momentarily" when throttle is first applied. Very strange to read about some of these issues for sure.

Will try to have all this stuff posted up Monday. Our shop truck exhibits some of what you've been reading here, but really, we see no ill effect from the operation of the truck. Others i've worked with do get the servo "on/off" for a brief moment, and we've found the Dig won't stay engaged at Full Throttle.

The fix there was easy, simply increase the Aux EPA by 5-10 points and the problem went away immediately.

I'm hoping that the firmware update resolves these issues.

See you guys right here Monday Afternoon!

[Bc Paints]

anybody know how to get more propo steps from the dx3r linear set up?...two clicks and i get full lock on front and rear axle....saw it work in the novak demo video with the same set-up i'm running.....dig power settings maybe?

[chevellian]

I couldn't find any way to do it, but I don't think the problem is with the DX3R, the steps are pretty small. I think it is how the M2 interprets the input. I am experiencing the same thing you are. Hopefully the firmware update will address this issue as well as the compatibility with the ccbec. I would really like to get all the power out of my 7950.

Hopefully somebody already has the novalink and can test it out on Monday when they get the firmware update posted on their site.
I have to order one

[Lowe's48]

Originally Posted by bcrocks

anybody know how to get more propo steps from the dx3r linear set up?...two clicks and i get full lock on front and rear axle....saw it work in the novak demo video with the same set-up i'm running.....dig power settings maybe?

Try going in to "Travel adjustment" then to "Aux"
Adjust "travel" to 75% ,then go to "Monitor" mode you should see this when you dig to front and rear >


-1023------0------1023+


Each click on the "Linear" will be about "50",so you should have about 4-5 clicks each plus and minus side to work with!
To my application,that work fine for me but if thats still not enough for you you can try to go as low as 60-65%
Hope that helps.

[AreCee]

Originally Posted by bcrocks

anybody know how to get more propo steps from the dx3r linear set up?...two clicks and i get full lock on front and rear axle....saw it work in the novak demo video with the same set-up i'm running.....dig power settings maybe?

I set switch A to Aux Linear and it works just like the other trims. The trim steps are set to 1 for steering and throttle.

I now have C=3 pos, A=Linear, D=2 pos and E=throttle trim.

Seems like once I put in the Common Sense RC BEC everything works, now I need to test it all in a comp but it's winter (almost) here in the midwest and we only have indoor comps.

[Deezul]

I have the novalink and really want to check out the update asap. Can we expect the novalink m2 software Mon?

[Deezul]

just tried after a few tries to get it to connect i updated it.........i really really want the m2 software!

[Lowe's48]

Originally Posted by arecee

i set switch a to aux linear and it works just like the other trims. The trim steps are set to 1 for steering and throttle.

I now have c=3 pos, a=linear, d=2 pos and e=throttle trim.

Seems like once i put in the common sense rc bec everything works, now i need to test it all in a comp but it's winter (almost) here in the midwest and we only have indoor comps.

what are you running for servo ?

[AreCee]

Originally Posted by Lowe's48

what are you running for servo ?

Hobbico CS-170 which I think is the same as either a Hitec 5955 or 7955.