Sanwa PGS servo settings tutorial!

In this much anticipated video, I'll guide you through what the different servo settings do in the programmable Sanwa PGS servos. As always, don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions. Your feedback is also very valuable to me! Use the chapters for a quick reference whenever needed!
The graphics and animations are courtesy of SANWA.
The subtitles are yellow to make them easier to read because of the white background in the setting examples.
Chapters:
0:05 - Introduction
02:47 - STRETCHER
03:34 - BOOST
04:33 - D-BAND
05:32 - BRAKE
06:46 - Virtual examples of settings
08:28 - MV-MID and MV-END
09:46 - Servo setting suggestion for beginners
11:09 - How to program the servo using M17
14:04 - SSL-CH
14:25 - MV-HLD
14:59 - MV-FRQ
15:14 - MX-PW
15:50 - Multi Setting Gear menu explained on M17

[@russellthomas4693]

Yes please for a video that goes through the settings you use on your M17

[@ntc3freak]

Thank you Alex! Another insightful video with great explanation. Looking forward to more M17 tips, as well as utilising the SSL function to adjust on the fly 👍🏻

[@TKRC1123]

Thanks Alex. This is easier to understand than any other tutorial!

[@ericmulcahey1]

Thank you for taking the time. First time with the M17, I finally purchased the Sanwa servo and esc. Thank you for stating the SDHC card. I was having a hard time trying to find the right card.

[@jrussell2k6]

Super helpful, thanks for sharing!

[@LonestarPaul]

Brilliant video - thank you very much Alex!!!!

[@kobiisrael10]

Hey, thanks for your videos If it possible to do video on SANWA M17 setting, how you setup your radio . Thanks

[@hagberg]

You might find the videos below useful! kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4q8gGqpZsaCqqM kzbin.info/www/bejne/en7Ug5Wihb-sotk

[@cosimomarotta9552]

Great content on the topic. It is a field so poorly understood and thank you for explain in detail how it works.

[@dmichel26]

thanks Alex great video I have always used theses servos but not at its full potential I will defiantly experiment with theses settings... do you by any chance know any good starting points for 1/8th scale nitro on road ?

[@hagberg]

Yes sir. What's you email address? I'll happily send some to you. You can also send me a PM on Facebook or a DM on Instagram.

[@ginopoe9150]

Please send to me too

[@grahamaker1648]

Hi Alex would this settings be suitable to be use on the Sanwa CL-2 also? I can't afford the LH-2 so was wondering if CL-2 could do the same thing?

[@hagberg]

What's your email address? I can send you a setting for the CL-2.

[@jerryfreckleton3858]

Hello my name is Jerry Freckleton. I’ve been watching your videos on the M 17. Very informative. My question can you do a video on how the mixing. And how it works and what you’re able to do with the mixing. Thank you. I enjoy watching your videos at work quite a bit from there and it has open my imagination to other ideas..

[@hagberg]

Hi Jerry, thanks for your message! I'm glad that you like my videos! Unfortunately, I don't know how to use the mixing function. But there should be plenty of videos on KZbin which explains how to use them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYrHd6GKq8-mfqs

[@waynekerr67]

how often do you change settings. specifically for CRC carpet. let's say from USIC, to CTSR, to Pro level (for your mod touring), is it usually a set and forget deal or do you customize the servo pending grip levels.

[@hagberg]

I rarely change the settings between different carpet tracks. If anything, I increase the dead band to a higher value if the traction is very high, and the car is edgy and/or traction rolling. I do use a bit different setting for outdoor tracks however (more torque, mainly).

[@nutsnbolts4601]

Hi sir I have a question I just got m17 radio and I think it a bit over my head ? There’s way to much going on but my first question is can I use this radio with the Arrma line ? Also can any gyro work wirh this radio ?

[@hagberg]

Yes, this radio is compatible with a gyro. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYrHd6GKq8-mfqs

[@richeymadison82]

Great video - I have an M17, RX435 and PGS - LHII. I've followed instructions, but my steering is reversed. When I turn wheel on M-17 left, my car steers right. What did I do wrong, is there way to fix it in M-17?

[@hagberg]

You need to reverse CH1, which is done in SETTING and BASE.

[@richeymadison82]

@@hagberg Thank you - fixed!!

[@charliemugford6218]

Thanks for the video I just got this servo and it's sounds horrible my m17 is set up, please help or is this normal 😐

[@hagberg]

Which response mode are you using? Can you describe the noise that it's making?

[@maurofanni5354]

hi, i need a suggestion. I bought a Power HD S35 servo that claims compatibility with Sanwa's SSL and PGS systems. I connected the servo to the USB port of my M17, but the radio does not notice the connected servo. what can I do?? thank you in advance.

[@hagberg]

The PowerHD servo has no compatibility with SSL programming as far as I am aware. It should be programmable with PowerHD's own separate programming card though.

[@ginopoe9150]

After setting as per beginner values, the servo makes some light crackle noise even while idle, is this normal? I am on PGS-XR2 on SXR mode. Thanks

[@hagberg]

The noise is normal and won't affect performance!

[@Zaggerton]

Could you possibly help with Settings for Rc Drifting on Servo/Gyro/Esc.. I have all three with a m17

[@hagberg]

Unfortunately I have no experience with drifting! Please look at FB drift pages for better assistance! Sorry!

[@joneskimracing2932]

Alex, this was next level good info. Can you share parameters for 1/12 indoor black carpet?

[@hagberg]

Certainly. Technical track with medium grip 60 45 0 45 30 15 2 100 90 For high grip and high speed track 55 40 2 50 30 10 2 100 80

[@joneskimracing2932]

@@hagberg you absolutely rock! Thank you!

[@Rc-Vision]

Hi Alex :) Do you have any experiences with startup settings for PGS-HR at GT12 class?

[@hagberg]

The standard settings will be a good starting point for GT12!

[@Rc-Vision]

@@hagberg Thank you.

[@jollyroger4251]

Thanks Alex. Thats useful. But I have a question. Can you explain how to connect the servo and change these settings with an MT-44? Because that nice settingnavigation is only avaialable with an M-17 radio. Thanks

[@hagberg]

The MT-44 doesn't have the Multi Setting Gear function I am afraid! I recommend using the Multi Setting Gear program card in this case!

[@benjebiraRC]

@@hagberg can't we use code 10 fonction available on the MT44 and change servo setting on the controller while the servo is plugged to the receiver ?

[@hagberg]

@@benjebiraRC I've never used the MT44, but I know that it doesn't have the possibility to plug the servo into the TX to use the Multi Setting Gear function (like in the video). Using the CODE10 through SSL should still be possible.

[@benjebiraRC]

thx Alex for your feedback ! great to read you as always :)

[@nielsdezwijger7308]

@@benjebiraRC yes you can. MT44 has the programming function as well.

[@sascha8738]

Hi Alex, this settings also a good starting point for stock classes?

[@hagberg]

Absolutely

[@mhrcracing]

Does the compatability of SSL and programmability of these functions correlate to the generation of the reciever? (i.e. fh4, fh5) ?

[@hagberg]

Compatible with CODE 10 (M12S, EXZES ZZ, MT-44). Not Compatible with CODE 5 (M12, EXZES Z, MT-4S, MT-4, MT-S). SUR and SXR response modes are only compatible with FH5.

[@mhrcracing]

@hagberg ah shoot, I bought this and the MT-5. It sounds like Sanwa haven't even released a servo that can do this for the MT-5 yet

[@turbo5483]

Where can I purchase the vinyl wrap on your Sanwa M17 ?

[@hagberg]

It's made by 2mm Designs. But I believe that he's stopped his business with vinyl wraps. There's several companies that do them, Google and you shall find!

[@uunklexdm]

how about 1/8 buggy setting ?

[@tobythomas5079]

would you be able to suggest settings for 8th scale, astro?

[@hagberg]

Unfortunately I have no tech info for this class! Try contacting Hupo Honigl RC (HOECO) on Facebook! He should be able to suggest you some settings.

[@skocngt7457]

Will there be a new x4 23 this year? I dont know if the 22 is worth it now or if its better to wait for 23

[@hagberg]

The X4'23 will be out in around October time!

[@skocngt7457]

@@hagberg Thank you! I am excited to build the new xray x4 23 then, the x12 kit was fantastic!

[@matthewmiller2234]

Does it have to be a programmable servo or can the m17 radio hold these programs to run on the servo?

[@hagberg]

The programming will only work with a Sanwa programmable servo.

[@gregorygrubiss6466]

Do you have a recommendation for drift settings?

[@hagberg]

Unfortunately, I have no experience with RC drifting!

[@whoisjason]

is it only possible to program Sanwa servos? I have a protek and would love this level of customization -- is that possible?

[@hagberg]

The only programmable servos on the market that I know of are Sanwa and Power HD.

[@whoisjason]

Thank you. Do you have any additional settings on your radio you customize besides end-points? Like steering curve or expo?

[@hagberg]

@@whoisjason I do use negative expo usually in the range of -5 to -10 on the ST channel!

[@KaizenOz]

Which settings would you recommend for 2w and 4w buggy?

[@hagberg]

@@KaizenOz you could try my settings with a bit more dead band and more MV-MID perhaps

[@KaizenOz]

@@hagberg thank you, will give it a go. My PGS-LH II has started shaking / twitching the front wheels quickly when the car is off the ground, thought deadband might help, but no bingo. Was after a big crash

[@GrigoriadisNikos]

is it worth trying on a 1/8 buggy?

[@hagberg]

I personally have no experience with programming for 1/8th buggy, but I am sure that there's big benefits in tuning your servo setting also in this class!