HW ESC Settings!

[@MrCleanRC]

Alex, I just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to answer the comments and help the RC community. It is usually tough to answer questions about electronics and your patience is appreciated!

[@MyRCChannel-CJScott]

Great video! Even though it’s three years old, it’s still relevant and informative. It’s the best video on the HobbyWing ESC!

[@dizzychizzy1]

No one has done such a detailed overview of the OTA I bet even half the pros don’t even know half of the parameters… Cheers Melbourne Australia

[@scaledynasty]

Really informative, thank you! I'm trying to gather more information for ideal settings for RC DRIFTING, and this video has filled in a lot of the blanks for me!

[@tananbantu8807]

Alexander i want to thank you for the information provided mate. It has helped me alot in getting my 4wd buggy dialed in for the carpet racing.

[@hagberg]

Happy to hear that it was useful to you!

[@tananbantu8807]

​@hagberg just to confirm with your boost and turbo timing, can I use that for 4wd buggy carpet racing?

[@hagberg]

@@tananbantu8807 for offroad settings, please refer to this database, look for settings from Bruno Coelho, Michal Orlowski and/or Martin Bayer: site.petitrc.com/reglages/hobbywing/SetupSheetsHWXerunXR10.html

[@tananbantu8807]

​@hagberg thanks mate

[@valex6172]

That was the video i waited for long! All features and esc setups explained very detailed. Thank you Alexander!

[@moxanimedia5383]

so far this is the most detailed explaination about the esc program/setting,, actually im looking for other esc but yeah, not so different and still got the knowledge from this video,, thank You !

[@kashkhan6425]

Great video exactly what I needed, I'll be referring back to this on many occasions. Thank You. 👏👍

[@Aro800]

Great video just got the OTA wifi . This the best video very comprehensive. The HW doesn't really explain anything. Export import etc.. thanks very helpful subsxibed.

[@wrightrc3976]

Off road would be cool to . Tell ty or someone to do a off road video. Great info on road & carpet thanks 🙏🏻

[@Kaylem13]

Saved in my rc car info folder..... Will be regular referred to. Thanks

[@dougsabin5774]

Thanks Alex that was very helpful 👍🏁🏁🏁

[@germancarfan]

Thanks for the video walk through, what if you have no pre-selectable profiles available in the list

[@jackabravanel2859]

Outstanding explanation

[@baxrok2.]

Outstanding information. Thanks!

[@marksmola7299]

Very helpful. Thank you

[@ricksmith7063]

This was very helpful. Thank you

[@MX-CO]

Is there a big difference between the justock gs3 and a pro elite?

[@BartellNJ]

Thank you Alex

[@in3x834]

Hi can someone tell me for a car without brake and on a carpet race of 24h wich dragbrake setting is the best ,Thanks.

[@hagberg]

If you don't plan to use any brakes at all, I would suggest a drag brake setting well above 20%, but it also depends on the motor wind.

[@in3x834]

@@hagberg ok i think i will try and i have an hobbywing g4 21.5t 2250kv

[@charlesmanning7223]

I like how you explain how to use the settings to a racers advantage, I see here it looks like your talking to on road racers. I race 1s 21.5 oval 146' run line do you have any suggestions for me on how to set up my ESC for oval? I appreciate any suggestions that you can give me and oval racers on this subject!

[@vmddew]

Thank you.

[@Hobie814]

Thanks Alex for all these videos, there are clear and then so helpful. One question on this one : I don't understand the difference between brake control rate and Brake frequency. I seems that both make the brake feeling stronger or smoother. Could you please elaborate on this ? thanks

[@hagberg]

Thanks! I'm glad that you like the video! The brake control rate is more of a "feel" adjustment, or driving aid, if you'd like. Whereas the brake frequency is the outright strength of the brake. I hope that this makes sense.

[@sydewayzmo3905]

Very helpful, thanks!!!

[@peterlind3397]

Hej Alexander Jeg søger parameter for RX8E med Xerun combo xr8 plus g2s 4268D G3 2800kV onRoad-B ved du hvor jeg kan søge. Peter Lind

[@gunslinger9352]

I just got mine for the max8 g2 combo.. I dont have a 1/3 of all of thoose settings... Wonder why

[@hagberg]

That ESC has different parameters to the 1/10 one.

[@gunslinger9352]

@@hagberg yeah i just checked the manual.. And is my fault.

[@vaamorais]

Hi there, great video! I think you convinced me to get one of those OTA programming dongle. I am returning to the hobby and I am trying to relearn lost skills and being able to change a few settings in the filed and save profiles is very useful when compared to the programming box either on it's own or linked to a pc. A quick question, what particular setting would you recommend to play with to help me manage the speed and power of that these modern machine have too offer? I have Hobbywing stock motors on my 1/10 4WD buggy and 2WD touring and XR10 Pro V2 on both and I still struggle to manage their power and speed. Thanks.

[@hagberg]

I'm glad that you liked the video! What kind of motors are you using in these cars, if I may ask? The most useful changes you can do for drivability is more softening, a higher drive frequency, a lower throttle rate value. These are just a few examples.

[@vaamorais]

@@hagberg thanks for the reply. I am using XeRun V10 G3r 13.5t (I thought this engine was not too powerful too relearn but as it happens it is still bit too much). After reading your reply I watched the video again and made extra notes. Thanks I think hit makes sense.

[@LegendsPizzaCo]

i followed this method and when i turned my esc back on it goes into sensorless mode even tho its set to sensored. It blinks green when in neutral and my knowledge that means its in sensorless mode and the motor cogs down and it runs like crap. What caused this to happen? i swapped out the sensor wire and the same issue. I dont have another motor to test out or esc. any help would be great as this is disappointing. This Xerun XR10 Pro Stock is less than 2 weeks old, ive only rany 1 pack through it. If the esc blew im going to be pretty disappointed in the brand. Please advise

[@LegendsPizzaCo]

I figured out the issue and I think it should have been mentioned in this video. After I made any changes to the esc, even resetting it back to factory. Once I turned it back on it would go into sensorless mode (blinking green in neutral) and the motor was not running right. I thought to myself let me try calibrating my esc again with neutral, full throttle and full reverse. Once I did that it went back to blinking red like its supposed to

[@hagberg]

@@LegendsPizzaCo I'm glad that you found the issue. Thanks for the heads up!

[@zacatecano1986]

If I set the end bell to 30 degrees timing and 20 boost and 20 turbo does that add up 70 degrees total timing ? How does that effect performance ?

[@MX-CO]

Not good they say not to go over 60 to avoid over heating issues

[@mysalami6715]

Thank you, Alex. That was a great presentation. I wonder if you have any info on gearings and FDR to maximize performance (batteries and motor) so they run efficiently (not over work but maximum performance). Thank you for info, Alex

[@hagberg]

If you tell me what class you're racing in, I'll try and give you specific help for that class.

[@hopeviolin783]

Hi Alex! Question here. After trying out your brake settings (both esc and radio) for my stock carpet races, I find it difficult to have a smooth entry on the corner as end up almost stopping fully. I tend to use a either a lot less EPA or a much higher brake frequency instead. Do you think that this hinders my lap times and I should instead just force myself to learn driving with such a strong brake? Or is this something that just suits one's driving style?

[@hagberg]

Which brake settings are you currently using? Brake EPA on radio Brake frequency Brake force Motor and rotor? Please advise

[@hopeviolin783]

​@@hagberghi! im running 17.5 boosted and 21.5 blinky in small tracks around our city (biggest one is the size of a basketball court) for the 17.5 boosted: Brake EPA on the radio: 50% Brake Frequency: 2k Brake Force: 100% for the 21.5 blinky: Brake EPA on the radio: 68% Brake Frequency: 8k Brake Force: 100%

[@hagberg]

@@hopeviolin783 That's a crazy soft brake setting! I'm surprised that your car even slows down sufficiently for the corners with such little brake! Is it correctly bound/calibrated to the TX?

[@hopeviolin783]

@@hagberg i believe so, i will try recalibrating it again on the track and see if it makes a difference. Also another question, does the brake force you use change by a large amount between small vs large tracks and between different classes for touring car?

[@hagberg]

@@hopeviolin783 It can, typically you'll need a stronger brake for smaller tracks, especially if grip is low.

[@ramherfer]

Thanks for the video. With the OTA can I with the ota change from blinking mode to stock or modified mode on my XR10 Justock to give my 17.5T hobbywing motor a little more power? Thanks

[@hagberg]

Hi mate. The Justock is specifically designed for blinky classes. Its timing system has been permanently set to ZERO degrees. It's not a good option for modified racing since you can't add any boost or turbo. The only thing that you can adjust is Start Mode (Punch) for which a higher value will give you a punchier/more aggressive feel. This might help, in your case.

[@ramherfer]

Ok, thank you very much.

[@carlostorres-rr1ns]

My hobby wing xerun xr10 pro esc , with xerun d10 10.5 motor don’t have options for motor directions. I. Tried using led program card, but still not showing motor directions. I’ve been driving by switching blue wire to orange all this time until I burned out my motor last week because I put sensors wire to connect esc and motor. Could you please guide me how to switch the motor direction? Thank you 🙏

[@stavart13]

Hi Alex, do all pro mod racers use drag brake? because every time I try it I feel like it slows the car down too much through the corners.

[@hagberg]

Yes! We all use it in TC Modified. It's essential to make the car turn fast laptimes. The amount varies between different drivers and driving styles. Usually between 10-20%.

[@stavart13]

@@hagberg Thank you

[@tracktimehobbies]

Alexander, can you explain why you choose a 4.5 vs. a 5.0 motor for outdoor asphalt? I'm setting my car up for a medium sized asphalt track. Most of the racers here are using a 5.0 but I was thinking a 4.5 might be better, but I'd like to hear how you make that decision. Thank you from California!!

[@hagberg]

Unless the track is very big, the 5.0T will be the best choice, because of its drivability. A 4.5T will make the car overpowered for most tracks (too much torque).

[@ΔΑΦΝΗΣΕργαλείαχρωματασιδηρικα]

hello for 🇬🇷 what is best set up for 1/8 buggy for race?I have 1900kv motor and xr8 pro esc to mx8r mugen tnks

[@hagberg]

1900KW in very small tracks and 2200KW on medium/Big/High traction tracks. If you're going to buy only one, then it is better to buy the 2200. Since with that, you can always reduce the power. But if you're racing on big tracks with the 1900, with added Turbo apparently it is strange to drive in terms of feeling.

[@KantaBanes]

Very nice video. Can I use OTA programmer in Hobbywing QUICRUN 10BL60? Thanks and greetings from Tampa, Florida.

[@hagberg]

Thanks, I'm glad that you like the video! Unfortunately, the QUICRUN series has no compatibility with the OTA programmer!

[@dynasty4851]

Good info. Subscribed!

[@inaccurateopp9081]

I can’t find the motor rotation help

[@hagberg]

What ESC and firmversion are you using?

[@jfrouanet6742]

Thank you very much for all the videos, it is very interesting for beginner. Could you please give your advice on the setting for a 13.5 motor on asphalt track. I practice in “rc infinity” track in Bangkok. Thank you again.

[@hagberg]

I'm glad you like the videos! Blinky class or open (boost and turbo allowed)?

[@jfrouanet6742]

@@hagberg thank you for your answer. open and turbo allowed.

[@hagberg]

@@jfrouanet6742 site.petitrc.com/reglages/hobbywing/setuphwxerunxr10/XR10ProG2_TeamDrivers_TITC2020021516/ Take a look at this setting. It's what the Hobbywing team used at the TITC in 2020 held at RC Addict.

[@henryliu8518]

Hi Alex, do you know the difference between this OTA Programmer and the previous version of Wifi Express?

[@hagberg]

The OTA programmer supports both Bluetooth and WiFi connection.

[@theclutch19]

Thank you!!!

[@joinslayer]

A quick question: Do we have more parameters to change if we use the ota? Or is it the same thing of the lcd card/computer?

[@hagberg]

The parameters that you can change are the same no matter which source that you use to change them.

[@joinslayer]

@@hagberg Thank you. Have a nice day :)

[@lawton70]

With boost and turbo timing in the ESC, do you need to be concerned with the amount of static timing on the motor?

[@hagberg]

Static timing must be added cautiously. Especially if you use a lot of boost and timing. Endbell timing must not be lower than 30 or higher than 40 for modified with the HW G3 motor.

[@christopherrivas8917]

What is the limit of timing combine motor turbo and boost in a 3.5 turn motor max timing?

[@christopherrivas8917]

Sorry 4.5t 2s drag racing I want to know my limit looking at the temperature thanks

[@hagberg]

@@christopherrivas8917 I'm sorry to say that I have no experience from drag racing. Try contacting Charlie Suangka (HW USA support technician) on Facebook for better advice for drag racing!

[@woutervermaak9007]

NOTE: not all Speedo/ESC's have the same settings, more pro version ESC has more settings then the EZRUN series.

[@gloglo1275]

Hey, So I just got the ota programmer for my xmaxx 8s with hobbywing 6s and leopard 1160kv motor. This truck used to scream. I was having an issue of after 5 minutes it was cutting off and I would turn it off and back on which will make it run fine. I ordered the programmer and did the software update, and this truck is slow as heck now. I’ve been through the settings and can’t figure it out. Any advice?

[@hagberg]

Have you tried contacting Hobbywing directly? Were you using the automatic cut off function for temperature? I assume this is why it shut down? Are your batteries in good shape still?

[@gloglo1275]

@@hagberg I turned off the automatic shut off option. My batteries are brand new in both. Also my receiver is blinking red. My brakes aren’t working, and my steering sometimes acts weird. So I’m wondering if it is the servo, or receiver.

[@locoburro6215]

Will the OTA programmer work with the Hobbywing HW-711 ESC? I cannot find anything on this ESC anywhere.

[@hagberg]

Do you have the full name of that ESC please?

[@locoburro6215]

@@hagberg It has 2 names on it. FlySky & Hobbywing. The model number states HW-711 I would ask the manufacturer but my Chinese isnt that great! This is on a newer RGT truck.

[@hagberg]

@@locoburro6215 I am afraid that I'm not familiar with that ESC. Try contacting the Hobbywing support directly, to see if they can help you: [e-mail]

[@i.p.outdoors3825]

the explanations for the TRC and PWM are somewhat the same. always referred to as "punchy". which one would you dial in first?

[@hagberg]

By TRC are you referring to the throttle control? I usually leave PWM alone, and I would rather use the throttle rate control for fine tuning (lower value to reduce punch/increase drivability).

[@i.p.outdoors3825]

@@hagberg yes Throttle Rate Control. Thank you.

[@MX-CO]

Are you still running the hobbywing xr10 pro g2s?

[@hagberg]

@MX-CO Yes sir!

[@UnRealRacer8]

I'm running 13.5T super stock with V10 G3R motor and XR10 Pro G2 Speedo, I race in a not so large outdoor asphalt track using 6.1-6.3 FDR. Is it normal for the speedo and motor to reach a temperature between 80-95°C after 5-8 minutes running time? the outdoor temperature normally between 30-36°C

[@hagberg]

I would say that temperature is normal considering the high ambient temperature that you're racing in! Are you using a 40mm fan on the motor?

[@UnRealRacer8]

Yes, I use 40mm Fan on the motor. I set the boost timing Value between 30-38°, and turbo timing between 25-34°. Are those value too high?

[@hagberg]

@@UnRealRacer8 those values should be OK. But if you're concerned about the temperature, go down in turbo/boost with around 3 degrees. And make sure you never run more than 5 minute runs so that you don't overheat your motor.

[@UnRealRacer8]

@@hagberg well noted. I'll try it later on this coming week end. Thanks for your kind advise.

[@xibidit]

I guess you change the motor pretty often, compared to the average hobby racer. If you have like 35-40 degrees of timing on the motor, then add 28-40 on the esc, you'll have a lot of timing added. I must ask you, do you change motor often? I mean you probably change the whole car once or twice a year! :p

[@hagberg]

The modified motors honestly last very long. I can use them up to a year without replacing. The stock motors however, need more frequent replacing, if you want the top performance. Since the rotor especially takes a toll after too many heat cycles.

[@xibidit]

@@hagberg OK, good to know. thank you. We will see how long my 10.5 turn will last me, but since there is not really any indoor tracks (to my knowledge) where I live, it will probably only be ran in the summer, in which I think it will last me a long time. I wish there was more interest for RC here..

[@emmiLive]

Great video. Can I use the old wifi module with the new HW App v2?

[@hagberg]

Yes! Simply setup the app to use WiFi as a connecting mode, instead of Bluetooth (which is used for the OTA programmer).

[@emmiLive]

@@hagberg Nice, I will try it. Had some issues with the old app (missing profile, weird display). Maybe it’s fixed for me in v2

[@fukenturkyinyen3357]

is this setting fit for drifting?

[@hagberg]

@fukenturkyinyen3357 unfortunately, I've got no info for drifting. Please refer to the Hobbywing website.

[@gleamingwolf]

How does throttle and brake pwm affect temps?

[@hagberg]

A higher PWM value makes the ESC run hotter.

[@gleamingwolf]

@@hagberg thank you. I thought so just wanted to verify.

[@harrazhaziq6706]

How can i get a low throttle for a drift spec. I use xr10 pro & 8.5T . Really hope that u can help me:)

[@hagberg]

Hi mate, what do you mean by low throttle? Unfortunately I have no experience with drifting! Have you tried contacting the HW support?

[@harrazhaziq6706]

@@hagberg in drift I need a low throttle to move straight. so that my car doesn’t slip too much. which setting do I need to change? is it (throttle rate control, neutral range, pwm drive frequency? or what? sorry for my english

[@mattshaw3133]

@@harrazhaziq6706 higher drive freq gives smoother response. Throttle rate control is a little tricky depending on the surface. I would start at 20. For hard surface like concrete or p tile start with 10 fdr (gearing based on 10.5t motor) 5 timing and 15 turbo

[@jaxxon3998]

Hi. How can I activate the real time data function?

[@hagberg]

The module must be mounted on the car. But it must be disconnected from the APP before running the car.

[@racerx757]

Does anyone have a 4.5 turn drag motor starting points ?

[@hagberg]

Please ask this question on the Hobbywing America page on Facebook. There's plenty of drag car racers there that will be able to help you out !

[@renemuller6608]

Please for off-road Astro!!!

[@hagberg]

Please contact other HW drivers that drive off-road for that kind of info. Unfortunately I have no experience with off-road racing. Please contact Bruno Coelho, Martin Bayer, Spencer Rivkin or Ty Tessman for that kind of setting info !