User manual NOVAK ROOSTER

[. . . ] ROOSTER/SUPER ROOSTER The ROOSTER is the long standing benchmark in reliable reversible speed controls for 6-7cell/mild-modified set-ups. Equipped with a Heavy-Duty BEC for today's high power servos, twelve of the toughest HYPERFET IIITM transistors, and extra-long 14G power and signal harness wires, the Super Rooster handles big trucks, wild motors, and even dual motor set-ups. Both speed controls feature the original One-Touch Set-Up (There's nothing easier!) and exclusive Polar Drive TechnologyTM for the smoothest throttle response and improved radio system performance. Reverse Disable CircuitryTM locks-out reverse for racing use, while Smart Braking CircuitryTM brings the model to a slow speed before hitting reverse to save your vehicle's gearbox and reduce speed control heating. [. . . ] The 2 remaining short/3-transistor heat sinks go onto the bottom bank of 6 transistors. If they are installed upside-down (longer fins up) or shifted off to one side, they will be too loose. NOTE: Do not use too much force when installing the heat sinks because you can damage the transistors or other components on the PC board. Never use a vise or pliers to install the heat sinks. FIGURE 2 With the screwdriver, carefully lift each of the metal locking tabs to the angle shown. FIGURE 3 Insert each pin into the correct plug slot. Each pin should "click" into place. (Airtronics plug shown) The locking tab must not extend outside the plastic plug housing. 2. DO NOT USE GLUE Do not use glue or adhesives to attach the heat sinks to the transistors. DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT HEAT SINKS The three banks of transistor tabs are separated by plastic on the case top. Each bank of heat sinks should never contact each other or other conductive objects (metal, etc. ), or they will short circuit and damage the speed control. WHT = White wire terminal (signal) BLK = Black wire terminal (negative) RED = Red wire terminal (positive) CAUTION Improper installation of these wires may cause damage to the receiver, servo, and speed control. RACI NG ELECTRONICS NOVAK ELECTRONICS, INC. 18910 Teller Avenue Irvine, CA 92612 www. teamnovak. com STEP 4 HOOK-UP INSTRUCTIONS Refer to Quick Set-Up photos on front STEP 5 TRANSMITTER ADJUSTMENTS For proper speed control operation and programming set transmitter adjustments as follows: 1. Set HIGH ATV or EPA to maximum setting. [Amount of throw at full throttle] TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE ESC Will Not Program Properly · Too little transmitter throw­­Increase ATV/EPA setting. · Make sure ESC is plugged into the throttle channel of receiver. · ESC SET button not held long enough­­Press and hold SET button until status LED turns solid red. 1. INSTALL MOTOR CAPACITORS Electric motors generate radio noise that can interfere with your receiver and cause radio problems. Included in the ESC accessory kit are three 0. 1µF (50V) nonpolarized, ceramic capacitors. These capacitors must be installed on every motor to help reduce the noise generated by the motor and to prevent ESC damage. Solder 0. 1µF (50V) capacitors between: · POSITIVE (+) motor tab & NEGATIVE (-) motor 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. Set LOW ATV, EPA, or ATL to maximum setting. [Amount of throw at full brakes] ESC Will Not Go In Reverse · Reverse circuitry disabled­­Refer to Step 7 to enable. 3. Set EXPONENTIAL to zero or middle setting. [Throttle channel linearity] 4. Set THROTTLE CHANNEL TRIM to middle setting. [Adjusts neutral position/Increases or decreases coast brakes] Steering Channel Works But Motor Will Not Run [Status LED is solid RED at all throttle positions] · No signal from receiver­­Make sure speed control is plugged into throttle channel of receiver. Check the wiring color sequence & metal socket insertion of receiver harness. 5. Set THROTTLE CHANNEL REVERSING SWITCH to either position. [Do not change switch position after programming] 6. Set ELECTRONIC TRIGGER THROW ADJUSTMENT to 50% throttle and 50% brake throw (or 5:5). [Adjusts pistol-grip transmitter's throttle trigger throw on electronic/digital transmitters] Steering Channel Works But Motor Will Not Run [Status LED is RED at neutral / GREEN at full throttle] · Check motor connections. [. . . ] Doing this, will avoid plugging the battery into the motor output of the ESC. PRODUCT WARRANTY The Rooster/Super Rooster is guaranteed to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 120 days from original date of purchase (verified by dated, itemized sales receipt). Warranty does not cover incorrect installation, components worn by use, damage from using fewer than 6 or more than 7 cells(Rooster) or 10 cells(Super Rooster) (1. 2 volts DC/cell) input voltage, short-circuiting heat sinks, cross-connection of the battery/motor, using the same-gender connectors on ESC, removing JST/Tamiya connector or heat sink or using motors with fewer than 16 turns with Rooster, reverse voltage application, damage resulting from thermal overload, damage from excessive force while installing Super Rooster heat sinks, not installing three 0. 1µF (50V) capacitors on motors, splices to input or switch harnesses, damage from disassembling case or excessive force when using SET button, tampering with internal electronics, allowing water, moisture, or other foreign material to enter ESC or get onto PC board, incorrect installation/wiring of alternate input plug plastic, external receiver battery pack, or FET servo, allowing exposed wiring to short-circuit, use of a Schottky diode, or any damage caused by crash, flooding, or act of God. In no case shall our liability exceed the product's original cost. has no control over connection and use of the ESC, no liability may be assumed nor will be accepted for damage resulting from the use of this product. [. . . ]