03-01-2007, 04:29 PM | #1 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Alabama
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I saw in this thread that someone was running a traxxas xl-5 esc for the clod and had it wired for 2 motors. Can someone point me in that direction please. I can't find it for the life of me. I may be wrong and its in the electronics thread. I aint sure though.
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03-01-2007, 04:30 PM | #2 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: USA
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It was me. |
03-01-2007, 04:36 PM | #3 |
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Sweet I was not sure if was you or not. Thanks alot man. I am gonna wire mine like this on my clod. Thanks for the fast response!!!
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03-01-2007, 04:49 PM | #4 |
[HOONIGAN] Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Grand Junction
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Isn't the xl-5 a double pump for reverse though? I know the xl-10 is and it would never go into reverse fast enough to catch it from fliping, could have just been mine though because it doesn't go into reverse at all anymore:-(. Also, you need to run a rx pack or a regulator because the 4V 1amp bec doesn't even turn one high torque servo very well when it was on my tlt.
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03-01-2007, 06:45 PM | #5 |
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I run 2 Servo's off my Xl-5. One High Torque Tower pro MG995 and one Cheap Stock Traxxas one for the DUD. Yes it's a Double tap reverse. But you get use to it and it works fine. There are a few different setting for it. I'll try to find it and post that up also.
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03-01-2007, 06:46 PM | #6 | |
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Found the Post: Quote:
OK.. heres all the info you need to know about the XL-5 and setting it up Page 16 is esc setup XL-5 electronic speed controls are factory set and should not require any adjustments. These instructions are provided for your reference. Precautions • Motor Limit: The XL-5 has a 15-turn modified motor limit for 540 size motors and a 12-turn modified motor limit for 550 size motors when the motor is properly geared. If the motor or speed control is overheating, try a smaller pinion gear. Do not attempt to use a more powerful motor (fewer turns) than the above mentioned motor limits or you could experience frequent thermal shutdown. • Insulate the Wires: Always insulate exposed wiring with heat shrink tubing to prevent short circuits. • Water and Electronics Do Not Mix: Do not operate the model in or around water. Never allow water, moisture, or other foreign materials to get inside the speed control. • Disconnect the Batteries: Always disconnect the battery pack from the speed control when not in use. • Transmitter on First: Switch on your transmitter first before switching on the speed control to prevent runaways and erratic performance. • Don’t Get Burned: The transistor tabs and the heat sinks can get extremely hot, so be careful not to touch them until they cool. Supply adequate airflow for cooling. • Always Use Heat Sinks: Three heat sinks are factory-installed on the speed control and must be used for maximum cooling and performance. • 4 to 8-Cells Only: The XL-5 can only accept a maximum input voltage of 9.6 volts. Always adhere to the minimum and maximum limitations of the XL-5 as stated in the specifications table. • Use Stock Connectors: If you decide to change the battery or motor connectors, only change one battery or motor connector at a time. This will prevent accidentally mis-wiring the speed control. If the XL-5 is not wired exactly as shown in the diagram, it can be damaged! Please note that modified speed controls can be subject to a rewiring fee when returned for service. • Use Neutrally Timed Motors: For reverse use, the motors must have 0° timing. Modified motors (with adjustable end bells) timed to 0° or Johnson/ Mabuchi (closed end bell) motors are recommended. Using motors with other than 0° timing will draw excess current in reverse, and can result in the speed control overheating and premature motor wear. • No Reverse Voltage: The speed control is not protected against reverse polarity voltage. When changing the battery and/or motor, be sure to install the same type of connectors to avoid reverse polarity damage to the speed control. Removing the battery connectors on the speed control or using the same-gender connectors on the speed control will void the product’s warranty. • Motor Capacitors Required: Ceramic capacitors should be properly installed on every motor to prevent radio interference. • Do Not Let the Transistor Tabs Touch: Never allow the three separate transistor banks to touch each other or any exposed metal. This will create a short circuit and damage the speed control. • No Schottky Diodes: External schottky diodes are not compatible with reversing speed controls. Using a schottky diode with the XL-5 will damage the ESC and void the 30-day warranty Transmitter Adjustments for the XL-5 ESC Before attempting to program your XL-5 ESC, it is important to make sure that your transmitter is properly adjusted (set back to the factory defaults). Otherwise, you may not get the best performance from your speed control. The transmitter should be adjusted as follows: 1. Set the throttle neutral switch to the 50/50 setting. 2. Set the throttle trim to the middle “0” setting. This adjusts the neutral position. 3. Set the Channel 2 servo reversing switch to the left position. 4. Do not change the position of any of the servo reversing switches after programming the XL-5 ESC. XL-5 Setup Programming Read through all of the programming steps before you begin. If you get lost during programming or receive unexpected results, simply unplug the battery, wait a few seconds, plug the battery back in, and start over. The default profile is Profile #1, 100% forward, 100% brakes, 100% reverse. You can change the profile later after setup is complete. 1. Disconnect one of the motor wires between the XL-5 and the motor. This is a precaution to prevent runaway when the speed control is turned on before it is programmed. The motor does not run during the programming sequence. 2. Connect a fully charged battery pack to the XL-5. 3. Turn on the transmitter (with the throttle at neutral). 4. Press and hold the ESC set button (A). The LED will first turn green and then red. Once the LED turns red, immediately release the set button. The red LED will turn off after one and a half seconds. 5. Next, the LED will blink RED ONCE. Pull the throttle trigger to the full throttle position and hold it there (B). 6. After two seconds, the LED will blink RED TWICE. Push the throttle trigger to the full reverse/brake position and hold it there (C). 7. Finally, the LED will turn solid GREEN, indicating the programming sequence is complete. The LED continuously shines green indicating the XL-5 is on and at neutral (D). __________________ And more: Selecting Profile #1 (100% Forward, 100% Brakes, 100% Reverse): 1. With the ESC off and the battery plugged in, turn on the transmitter with the throttle at neutral. 2. Press and hold the set button. The LED will turn green, then change to red and then turn off. Continue holding the set button (A). 3. When the LED blinks red ONCE (B), release the set button (C). 4. The LED will turn solid GREEN (D), indicating the profile programming is complete. Selecting Profile #2 (100% Forward, 100% Brakes, No Reverse): 1. With the ESC off and the battery plugged in, turn on the transmitter with the throttle at neutral. 2. Press and hold the set button. The LED will turn green, then change to red and then turn off. Continue holding the set button (A). 3. When the LED blinks red TWICE (B), release the set button (C). 4. The LED will turn solid GREEN (D), indicating the profile programming is complete. Selecting Profile #3* (50% Forward, 100% Brakes, 50% Reverse): This profile is provided to reduce the power output allowing beginning drivers to better control the model. As driving skills improve, simply change to profile #1 or #2 for full-power operation. 1. With the ESC off and the battery plugged in, turn on the transmitter with the throttle at neutral. 2. Press and hold the set button. The LED will turn green, then change to red and then turn off. Continue holding the set button (A). 3. When the LED blinks red THREE times (B), release the set button (C). 4. The LED will turn solid GREEN (D), indicating the profile programming is complete. | |
03-01-2007, 07:53 PM | #7 |
[HOONIGAN] Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Grand Junction
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Looks like the xl-5 has a better bec than the xl-10,....or my esc is severely screwed up cause the servo just stops working randomly. It's a great feature during comps, half way through a course and the steering decides to lock completely to one direction, makes finishing a course pretty interesting. Let's just say you point out very quickly.
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