Avian Smart ESC Setup - Governor Setup

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

In this video Tom teaches our fellow RC enthusiasts how to best utilize the Heli Governor Mode built into the Spektrum Avian line of electronic speed controls. In the “Helicopter (Store Governor)” mode, the ESC will save the “Motor RPM-Throttle” curve after the Governor Calibration. After adjusting to this mode from any other mode, you need to standardize the speed when the ESC is connected to the battery for the first time and you needn’t standardize the speed again after disconnecting the ESC from the battery first and then connecting it to the battery again. If adjusting to any other mode from this mode and saving the “Motor RPM-Throttle” curve, and then adjusting back to this mode, the “Motor RPM-Throttle” curve saved by the ESC will be cleared, and you need to standardize the speed once again. If your ESC remains in this mode in future, then it will always carry out its operation as per the saved “Motor RPM-Throttle” curve. When standardize the speed for the first time, we recommend using a battery in good condition. After the RPM standardization, change another battery with the same number of cells to fly your aircraft. At the same throttle amount, the RPM should be consistent with the RPM of the first flight. Video links mentioned - ESC Mode Change - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jabagnltl8Zmars Smart Link App Windows Download - www.horizonhobby.com/pdf/Spek... Equipment used in this video series Blade Fusion 480 Smart Super Combo - www.horizonhobby.com/fusion-4... Spektrum 6250HX w/ 4651T Telemetry Rx (included with Fusion 480 Smart Super Combo) - Spektrum iX20 Smart Transmitter - www.horizonhobby.com/fc6250hx... Fusion 480 Stretch Kit - www.horizonhobby.com/fusion-4... Spektrum Avian 100 Amp Smart ESC (included with Fusion 480 Smart Super Combo) - www.horizonhobby.com/avian-10... Make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all Spektrum News and Promotions! facebook.com/SpektrumRC/ instagram.com/spektrum_rc/ @SpektrumRC Thanks for watching!

[@CarlGrobler]

Can you get unzipped software download?

[@28EduardoSierra]

My heli goes into thermal protection

[@nivasylstrongman4352]

it would be nice if he would tone down the music while he's calibrating the esc. how can we hear the single tone at the end while there's so much noise.

[@Heliflieger]

So I can use the hobbywing programmieren box as well???even the app look similar?????

[@rl2rem621]

Help please... the download link for the Spektrum software is dead... does not work. Need this software asap please.

[@Nytro97]

Great job Tom..

[@therick04pp]

Thanks for the vids Tom! This is a good video to show us how to set up the esc. Can you do a video showing us how to enter the info into the transmitter, to read the RPM correctly for the telemetry (ix12 and 20)? I set it up in the rpm telem screen and had 90k rpm. I deleted those settings and I entered them into the telem esc screen.. but I get "1," once it goes over 1k rpm? 10 pole motor, 9.166 ratio.

[@timl2827]

When performing the 50% governor calibration in the field is there a specific start-up/ power up procedure to get into that mode?

[@black_baron_net]

☠BLACK BARON☠ Good question 👍

[@louisphilippelamarre2763]

Is it normal that my motor starts around mid stick?

[@Nytro97]

Switching from a iX12 to a iX14 all being Spektrum, do I need to reset the endpoints and Governor??

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

you should not have to

[@andersson700331]

Have done the governor store calibration but then I plug it to the computer there is no numbers at all. Tried it 4-5 times with same result. Is my esc broken?

[@davidpearson4858]

Does spektrum do a governor that can be used with nitro helicopters?

[@Nytro97]

I set the end points and store gov calibration but when I go to the Smart Link program there are no values showing up on the sliding scale on the RPM side.????

[@Lighthorse]

I am having the same problem. I even hit idle 1, idle 2 and no change.

[@anton38357]

I get the same. The Spektrum ESC just never stores the max rpm so no values in the software. I contacted Horison on numerous occasions and their replies is all around the subject. Keep on telling me what I should “really” do... I’m using the same procedure as in the video which is the same as the Hobbywing with no luck.

[@andersson700331]

Having the same problem with mine esc. Tried ten times with no luck

[@alessioguidolin1828]

is enough hit the "send to ESC setting" after rpm selection in flight modes, or have to set the % obtained in each flight mode flat curve on TX? Many thanks

[@waynemorgan756]

thanks for below :) do you need to disconnect servo and power into 6250HX befor you plung in your programmer into the fan port many thanks

[@modelaircraft6576]

The only part I’m confused on is how do I enter proper rpm range on after market motors ? and how do I know the proper percentage to put it in? Shouldn’t the app calculate the percentage automatically when putting in rpm?

[@nivasylstrongman4352]

it would be nice if he would tone down the music while he's calibrating the esc.

[@Heli4213]

I don't even know the point of having the music it's stupid

[@IRBry]

yeah i’ve been waiting for the drum hit every time i try to calibrate and it never happens in my living room it’s a beep instead 🤷‍♂️

[@AntonAnton-zd9dt]

Spektrum - I've tried this about 20 times over and over but it just doesn't store the max RPM in the ESC. Same as the Hobbywing which I've done 100's of times it always stores the RPM as zero - "0" On the Governor page in the PC software it states "NAN" next to the RPM Required. Could anyone help. I've done: - Enter Heli Governor Store Mode - Lipo Fully Charged - Set throttle to 50% and blades on zero degrees - Heli in place, throttle hold off, heli spools up until RPM stabilises (about 5'ish seconds), leave for an alternative 20 seconds - Disconnect lipo, connect again to programmer and PC. - Head speed never safed Please help!

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

Hi Anton, What esc are you using? Can you give us a bit more info about your power system? Thanks!

[@Lighthorse]

I am having the same problem using the 1060 smart ESC. Also in flight I have no change if I select idle1 or idle2.

[@anton38357]

I’m using the 100A Avian ESC. I’m doing everything the same as in the video which is the same as the Hobbywing ESC. The ESC never stores the max rpm so no data display. I also noted other comments about the “hard start.” The ESC only does soft start once. If I land, do adjustments, it’s got a really hard kick on spool-up. The program box has a “very soft” where the software only got “soft” however, still got the hard kick on spool-up.

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

@@anton38357 It is something we are looking into. One thing you can do to avoid this is to make sure you leave throttle hold on for a few moments after changing settings, or even flipping hold on and off again to make sure if sees that signal before starting up

[@anton38357]

@@SpektrumRCvideos - I tried this too Spektrum. The “Soft Start” only stays for about 10’ish seconds after landing. Flipping the throttle hold off and quickly on does not allow the ESC to enter “Soft Start” on any spool up after. The only way to enable “Soft Start” is to cycle the lipo off and back on to do a complete re-start. The Governor setting on this ESC also never safes the maximum RPM in the software and I noticed the RPM does not pickup while in hard manoeuvres - same issue many pilots have on various sites. I personally feel this ESC was not ready for supply to the RC market.

[@waynemorgan756]

Hi my programming box say connecting to pc power on heli and nothing happens just sits there operating system windows 10 it confirmed plug in and setup but doesent connect to smart link

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

Which ESC are you trying to access? Also double check your connections for correct polarity

[@waynemorgan756]

@@SpektrumRCvideos Avian 80amp smart ESC connections correct white to the signal

[@waynemorgan756]

Worked fine connecting to my heli when i reversed the motor just not to the pc

[@georgia_helinut3406]

is there a specific way to download this app ? ive tried 3 times and it just come as a pdf file .. am i missing something here

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

georgia _helinut there is a link inside the pdf to download file. Hope that helps!

[@georgia_helinut3406]

Thanks dude i did end up finding it 😀

[@georgia_helinut3406]

Two esc down 5 more to go .at least for now. Lol

[@edgardojagr216]

How many poles is the motor???

[@Thomski_Toffi81]

8Poles

[@megadeth1952]

Will a 65c to 45c battery have to be recalibrated ?

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

Nope! It is required when there is a power system (motor, lipo cell count, different blade size) change or gearing change. Hope that helps!

[@black_baron_net]

☠️BLACK BARON☠️ How do I easily setup the max RPM at 100% throttle for a 5 blade rotorhead which should be something around 1500-1800rpm depending on the blades a scale modeller is using?

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

Use throttle curves

[@black_baron_net]

​@@SpektrumRCvideos ☠️BLACK BARON☠️ iGet an "ESC Warning message" on my iX12 everytime iReset the Avian and trying out the "Very Soft Motor Start"

[@rogerrabbit4284]

Iv done all of this and my heli keeps cutting out ?? Any ideas anyone

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

Make sure your battery is charged or try another pack

[@kunad2294]

background music is too loud.

[@waynemorgan756]

better off doing in doors with blades off as may blow over if there is wind

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

You have to do it with blades on for the esc to properly calibrate the loaded RPM

[@Heli4213]

What is with slamming down the helicopter at the beginning of the video what's up with this? Really????

[@lonezombieheart7808]

No respect for not payed Hardware.

[@28EduardoSierra]

I've set my rpms to 1800 2400 and 2800 when flying at 2800 esc goes in to thermal protection and reduces power significantly that heli comes down I always mange to do an auto rotate to prevent damages @SpektrumRC

[@SpektrumRCvideos]

Try increasing the airflow over the esc by adding some holes into the canopy. Otherwise what is your setup?

[@edgardojagr216]

I got the same thing going on thermal protection gos on. In gov mode

[@28EduardoSierra]

​@@edgardojagr216 the 100 amp esc is too low rec the 130 amp avian you can run higher rpm and does well and when it heats up it'll stop but recover quick

[@edgardojagr216]

They sell the kit with 100esc that's what I have. Y? Not with 130 esc. I cut holes in the canopy . See if it helps tomorrow when I go flying 😁

[@28EduardoSierra]

@@edgardojagr216 you're best fix was to fly without the canopy that way u didn't cut holes you'll quickly find it will still shut off unless you reduce your rpm to about 1800 or 2000 max