Spektrum ESC programming and set up. Brought to you buy Hobby 365.

In this Hobby 365 video I will show you how to program and set up the Spektrum ESC that is installed in a number of Arrma rc cars.

[@RCRoads]

Great tutorial. It's so much easier for me to see how something is done rather than read and comprehend. You did a good job going slow and letting your audience absorb the information.

[@Hobby365]

Thank you so much for the complements. I am glad it helped you out.

[@332_RC]

Awesome tutorial! Glad I found this. Only video I watched about how to program the 150a ESC. Well explained & easy. Thanks!

[@sportbikesadventures2354]

I just got an Spektrum ESC and this video helped me so much thanks a lot

[@Hobby365]

So glad to have been a help to you.

[@jasonbell4670]

Awesome video!!!! I've been scratching my head trying to figure this out and you made it SO EASY!!! I subbed

[@Hobby365]

Thank you so much for subbing and you are very welcome.

[@marcoruggiero8757]

Outstanding video! Thanks a lot. This solved a very tricky topic to work on.

[@jeremyoshea7941]

I have a fly sky not only was my throttle trim to advanced but my sub trim throttle was to, now I can crawl! Thanks a bunch!

[@rccars4all]

great vid as i was stuck looking at instructions you made it easy

[@keithbutler6361]

That was fantastic, really helpful, thank you and stay safe mate ...

[@Hobby365]

I am so glad it helped you out. If you havent already consider subscribing.

[@outrageousrcs7130]

Dude your video just gave me all the help I needed and I didn’t have to read it thank you..🏎💥💥

[@Hobby365]

So glad I could help you out.

[@cmtlights]

Great video, worked for my 4s outcast v2.5

[@rcsendandblast1579]

Needed this vid again. Thanks bud. 👊😀

[@Hobby365]

So glad it helped you out.

[@DislodgedTKO]

A+ VIDEO! EXCELLENT EXPLANATION

[@denlgreensnake]

This was really helpful

[@shadim3420]

You are awesome. Easy to follow and you had the right esc Manuel. The one online was wrong !!?? Just fixed my kraton. Thank you so much.

[@Hobby365]

Thank you for the complement. I am glad to know I was able to help you.

[@filmorebrowning7251]

@@Hobby365 Do you know if you can calibrate this with the traxxas tqi receiver I get power to my steering servo but none to my motor

[@Hobby365]

@@filmorebrowning7251 Yes you should be able to calibrate this with any receiver. If you struggle to get the ESC calibrated try to reverse the throttle channel in the radio.

[@filmorebrowning7251]

@@Hobby365 I’ll have to try that when I get home from work and then I’ll let you know something

[@filmorebrowning7251]

@@Hobby365 tried that still just getting power to steering but no motor power to the motor I even used another receiver I had laying around and getting the same reaction

[@ZeroCool-vn9bd]

Tgank you, that was very helpful!

[@bobbyspencer1490]

great video thank you

[@we4fm175]

Awesome video and explanation. New to the hobby and wondering if you would recommend setting the Brake Strength to 100% on a Arrma Vendetta? Is there a theory you go buy - such as fast cars 100% Brake Strength and slower vehicles going less - or do you usually use 100%? Also, what punch strength to you use and which one would you recommend for beginners? Thank you, 🙂

[@Raven_of_Doom]

I feel like I did the same thing by opening up the receiver box and holding down the Spektrum symbol button. Did I accomplish the same thing and did they put the set button up top so you don't have to open up the receiver box? thanks!

[@griff2263]

I only have 6 options and 4th is the punch. For some reason I only have 1 and 2 blinks for punch. My battery is 145A

[@All-rc804]

Hi is there a way to set the low voltage cut off on this esc?

[@robpracht9303]

Does theis work on the esc of the axial scx 6 jeep.

[@fc1133]

Thanks bro! Thumbs up!

[@Hobby365]

You are welcome.

[@facingrealitywithdeezo3497]

How to set back to factory? I don’t have reverse but I have foward 😢

[@vicferrarisgarage]

Awesome

[@cacanjacowans540]

Is it possible to pair the new spektrum smart ESC's with the old Arrma V1 2050kv motors that came in the previous Infraction/Limitless models?

[@Hobby365]

Yes! You would only need to calibrate the new esc.

[@gibbs_7104]

What if it still doesn’t go reverse I need help pls and thank you

[@benzogara9332]

Nice tutorial.... You are expert... 👍👍

[@Hobby365]

Thank you so much for the complement I am glad it helped you out.

[@dkaukai]

what about calibrating the transmitter and receiver. and why doesnt my felony make that beeping noise. my

[@Angel-dn9sm]

Thanks your direct with info

[@Hobby365]

I am so glad it helped you.

[@1521joe]

@@Hobby365 hey bro, can this esc be programed via a program card or hooked up to your pc ? Thanks man.

[@Hobby365]

​@@1521joe There is a programing box for this esc. www.horizonhobby.com/product/smart-esc-programming-update-box-avian-and-firma/SPMXCA200.html?KPID=SPMXCA200&CAWELAID=320011980001552585&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=97846720982&CATCI=pla-899697934242&gclid=CjwKCAiAuoqABhAsEiwAdSkVVAhFOl6DIbVrGM5bryP_Q84W1Vemfo4jwXMBQx95fms9xYkLy-INVxoCCjUQAvD_BwE#

[@1521joe]

@@Hobby365 thankyou my bro.

[@1521joe]

@@Hobby365 yep reminds of the ezrun, hobbywing program cards for the max ezrun escs

[@captainjaxx3728]

Thanks for the video very informative and easy to do follow… I’m having a problem with my transmitter,,, I hope you can help me,,, I have an arrma senton, I replaced the spektrum radio with a dumbo Rc radio,,, works well but at times I’ll press full throttle and will not respond,, I press again and it goes, not sure what the problem could be,thanks

[@Hobby365]

Hi there, I am working under the assumption that did calibrate the throttle range for the new radio. So the only things I can think of would be an issue in voltage drop on the receiver when you pull the throttle. This is pretty easy to solve with a low voltage protector such as this one www.hobbytown.com/spektrum-rc-voltage-protector-spm1600/p6570 The other thing would be something bad in the transmitter or receiver if the system was working properly with the other radio.

[@captainjaxx3728]

@@Hobby365 thank you 🙏….. I might just replace the esc,,,, I’m running a 100 amp motor with a 85 esc,,, maybe that’s the problem….thanks again

[@Hobby365]

@@captainjaxx3728 That can certainly be the issue. The motor will draw the most amps under start load and under jump load.

[@captainjaxx3728]

@@Hobby365 thanks for the knowledge greatly appreciated!!!!

[@choke666]

HEY thankyou man! I couldnt figure out how to calibrate my spectrum stx3. The instructions are muddy at best and youtube didnt have any specific videos for it. So i knew Arrma had same brand. Found your video, tried it and it worked! BIIIG THANKYOU!

[@Hobby365]

You are so welcome. I am glad to know it helped you

[@fxdwings]

Mine keeps blinking green with holding the set button down. Why??

[@1521joe]

liked and subbed+bell smashed

[@Gareth347]

I have a spektrum firma setup, battery, esc and motor all spektrum, it cuts out 15 seconds into using the car, what could this be? Thanks 👍🏻

[@Hobby365]

There are so many reasons that can cause your issue. Bad components, improper gearing, things bound up in the car, improper selection of components...the list goes on and on.

[@MRI30]

Thanks!

[@Hobby365]

So glad it helped you

[@mikebaylis5350]

Hello do you know if you can use a different radio brand with this?

[@Hobby365]

Hi there. The process is the same with all radios. Just make sure that if your radio has endpoint adjustments that you adjust the setting to its maximum setting.

[@buddahGump]

Best RC guy on KZbin.

[@Hobby365]

That is an incredible comment. Thank you so much.

[@kaycee9337]

Great video I was wondering what are the rest of the settings mine didn't come with the manual

[@Hobby365]

So glad I was able to help you get it figured out.

[@kaycee9337]

@@Hobby365 what about the rest of the programs

[@Apothas541]

This may sound like a stupid question, but I’m new to the hobby. I picked up the Arrma fireteam as it fit the needs I was looking for, and the sound of those gears clicking together at startup concerned me. When rolling the car by pushing it the gears sound like that but a little worse while rotating. I can’t find any videos of what the diffs sound like while just being rolled by hand and not under power so I’m hoping it’s a normal sound. Any thoughts?

[@Hobby365]

Those sounds are normal. The sound of metal gears running on each other are noisy anyway. When you roll the model you will find that the magnets in the motor are aligning as it turns. That will also produce alot of gear noise. No need to be worried I think everything is good.

[@Apothas541]

@@Hobby365 thanks, that helps a lot and puts my mind at ease. Turning the center diff by hand makes a sound like teeth skipping and that’s what worried me, but watching it rotate I can see all the teeth engage. I think it was just the sound that threw me.

[@Hobby365]

@@Apothas541 Glad to help

[@rgrg9291]

Bonjour est ce que quelqu'un peut m'aider mon infraction 6s , en effet quand j'allume la RC je n'ai que la direction pas de gaz et n'arrive pas à retrouver la manipulation correct a effectuer sur la RC et la télécommande merci d'avance

[@jess5.019]

It does the steady beeps.. then push set button then stops ..full throttle doesn’t beep . Brand new spectrum esc

[@Hobby365]

You might try to reverse the throttle reverse switch.

[@mikehoisington6145]

I have a new Spectrum Firma 130amp esc and new Firma 1900kv motor that it does none of what yours is doing and will not bind to motor any idea's?

[@Hobby365]

That could literally be anything. The ESC could be plugged in the wrong port or plugging it in backward, Could be low or bad batteries, could be the calibration of the esc, radio or avc. Could be the receiver isn't bound to the transmitter, could be a bad servo causing a brown out in the receiver. Could be bad esc. ETC ETC ETC.

[@lyricross3304]

When I go to program it I go to set the neutral position and it just does not beep and does not let me set the full throttle and reverse. So I don’t know what to do can u help?

[@Hobby365]

You might try a factory reset on the radio then rebind and try again.

[@fourbrothersfarmsfarm99]

Did you have remote on for neutral throttle and reverse setup?

[@Hobby365]

Yes you do need the remote on for calibration.

[@mr.h.5205]

Nice Thanks

[@Hobby365]

You are very welcome

[@matthewcarter180]

Hello My polarity is wrong and my only way to resolve it was to switch the wires on the motor, but obviously the colours are wrong (i like it correct) Can this be changed? Many thanks

[@Hobby365]

There are programing options with the programming card that will allow you to switch the direction of the motor rotation.

[@davidpanto9346]

How do you factory reset the esc? Need help please

[@Hobby365]

There isn't so much as a "Factory Reset" that I am aware of, but more of a recalibration. You can reset all the values to default as a one by one adjustment or in bulk with the spektrum programming card. I have a video that goes into more details on the card: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5KtqnqegLOlb5o

[@paddy2106]

Hallo Ich habe das Problem das Ich über das Vorwärts nicht weiter komme. Neutral Speichert Gas Speichert Rückwärts speichert er nicht ab woran kann das liegen?

[@TheTylerjoy04]

Can Adjust The Punch Control Also?

[@Hobby365]

Yes. I believe it is called "Start Level" in your manual.

[@mitsuracer87]

I would have thought RC ESCs would be more advanced than Esk8 ESCs. I connect my board to an app through Bluetooth and can modify a couple hundred settings

[@murrijuana2842]

😂😂😂

[@younghandsome225]

Not sure y I'm having such a hard time but I can't get my esc to calibrate I have the arrma talion 6s exb I binded the transmitter then tried calibrating but its not working I have steering but no throttle

[@Hobby365]

You can try a few things. Your controller may have a expo, end point or Throttle limit switch. The expo setting should be at zero, your end points and throttle limit switches should be all the way up. Also make sure your Throttle trim is centered. Hope this helps.

[@billyhighfill]

Thank you for sharing!!

[@Hobby365]

You are welcome. I hope it helped you out.

[@jacobdelvalle7174]

I recently replaced the ESC but I'm unable to calibrate with reciever. Help please

[@Hobby365]

Could be a couple issues first did you double check the esc is plugged into the receiver correctly. it is pretty easy to plug them in back ward. The other is to make sure your batteries are fully charged. Hope that helps

[@jacobdelvalle7174]

@@Hobby365 thanks I just had to rebind the ESC and reciever. Thanks.

[@justinslayton6266]

Will this work if it's a 3s and on a traxxas

[@Hobby365]

Programing this ESC on any motor is the same process.

[@tonymoody1605]

I calibrated throttle. But it keeps losing calibration??? Can someone tell me what's wrong please 🙏

[@Hobby365]

I have seen radios be bad and it doesn't loose calibration as much as the ESC sees the throttle input when it is powered up putting it into failsafe mode. Try recalibrating then moving the throttle left to right (not forward and back ward to apply the throttle) and see if the throttle responds you have a bad radio. Magnets can cause the ESC to loose its calibration. So keep it away from big speakers. Also if you have AVC. Make sure to let the car rest after you power it on so that the AVC can set up. If you are moving it around it will not set up. What I like to do is turn your steering to one side before you power it up. When the steering goes centered the AVC is ready to go and the ESC will arm.

[@kiingtez-6451]

Just naught one and put it in and it’s blinking red after I turn it on and it’s not working or connecting to my controller

[@Hobby365]

Make sure you have the plug in the right port and in the right orientation.

[@dickhead8411]

Thanks

[@Hobby365]

You are welcome So glad to have helped you

[@Bossman41000]

Hey Hobby 365, I have the Granite Mega 3s and I replaced the ESC, bind it to the car. I have steering but know throttle, reverse. Every video that talks about calobrating the SLT3 talks about a set button onthe ESC. My ESC doesn't have a set button. Just the on/off switch. Please help!

[@Hobby365]

Hi there. depending on what esc you have you may need to apply a throttle command to enter into calibration mode. What esc do you have?

[@Bossman41000]

@@Hobby365 thanks for your reply. I dif some more troubleshooting and discovered that when I plugged the throttle plug into the servo I get power when I turn the steering wheel on the remote. So either the receiver is bad or the remote is bad. I have a new receiver on back order.

[@Hobby365]

@@Bossman41000 What happens when you plug the servo into the throttle slot?

[@Bossman41000]

@@Hobby365 No steering when I plugged the servo into the throttle, when I pull or push up on the trigger. So I'm hoping it's the receiver that is the issue since that's the part I'm waiting to have delivered.

[@Hobby365]

@@Bossman41000 I don't know what radio system you have, but a radio reset might help. Try this one:kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJLPgpKKmcllorM The process works for the DX3 and the SLT. If you have a AVC receiver this video will help you recalibrate the receiver and you might need this when the new one comes in.: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3y4qpJsZs6nhZI

[@simplixit]

Hey my car goes forward for revers and reverse fir forward. But the thing is I know for a fact I did neutral then forward then backward for the calibration. Idk what’s wrong

[@Hobby365]

That's probably One of two things. If you have brakes in reverse but not forward. Check your wiring and make sure your motor and esc are plugged in A to A, B to B and C to C. If that doesn't do it try flipping your servo reverse switch and recalibrate.

[@simplixit]

@@Hobby365 ya I had to re calibrate everything and swap the wiring to where they didn’t match. Thank you very much.

[@Hobby365]

@@simplixit So glad yo got it figured out.

[@Shane1134]

Will this work with spektrum firma 85a?

[@Hobby365]

The programing should work the same way with all spektrum ESC.

[@tylerdouglas4654]

Is it the same process with the 2s and 3s spektrum brushless motor combo

[@Hobby365]

Yes, all the programing on the Spektrum ESC's are the same.

[@tylerdouglas4654]

@@Hobby365 so I have a 10t pinion with 3s and it goes 32 so I need to up the pinion for it to go faster

[@tylerdouglas4654]

@@Hobby365 do i*

[@Hobby365]

@@tylerdouglas4654 A larger pinion gear or smaller spur gear will give you more top speed, More heat, and less torque. Be careful not to go with too much of a change too quickly. You don't want to damage anything.

[@edwincordero8]

No voltage cutoff.

[@dkaukai]

wow. my esc doesnt go into that mode at all. no blinking and no beeping noise

[@just719]

I change puch setting( item 7) from 4 to 9 level.it feel the same! Do I have to change other item as well?

[@Hobby365]

You shouldn't have to change any other setting.

[@budnanc509]

I just bought the firma 150 amp esc. I am trying to follow your directrions, The esc does not do anything after I hit the set button to set neutral, I complete the steps you give and nothing happens. Does not complete. My spektrum rx is bound and servo fuctions. I have tried this many times. What do you think.? I even thought the esc was bad and got a replacement. I am a novice to surface equipment but have flown quads and planes. I dont get what is different. On the picture above, it looks like you have the esc jumper system going to the rx. That is the way I have it. I have change wires . What is the orange and black wire that comes out with the start and setup buttons. ? Am I supposed to use it to the rx?

[@Hobby365]

What your experiencing may be a symptom of improper controller set up. Make sure your throttle trim on your controller is centered (or zero). Make sure the endpoints are set to maximum. If your radio is a computer radio It may be best to do a factory default reset on the model you are using or start a new model completely since you are still new with it. If this is a Spektrum AVC receiver make sure you calibrate the AVC after you bind the radio. Watch this video for the calibration instructions kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3y4qpJsZs6nhZI I think what you are seeing as a jumper system is either the fans plugging into the ESC or the wires going to the capacitor. The multiple wires on the power/setup switch just there for switching functions. There is really no need to worry about their functions. The esc is only plugged into the number "th" or number 2 slot in the RX.

[@budnanc509]

@@Hobby365 As an update, controller setting are all centered as a new unit. Avc calibrated and working. I am using a servo wire splitter going from the esc to the fan plug and to the rx in the throt slot. Wires are all in correct directions, rx black to outside and white to inside towards lettering. Esc black to the outside as marked. I can turn on power to esc starts off solid red to flashing green to flashing red. When I power up the esc holding down the setup button flashes red, when I hold down the push the setup key it to start config the red lite goes out and does not come back on.

[@budnanc509]

Successful bind,config,programming, Thanks for your help. stay safe

[@Hobby365]

@@budnanc509 So glad to help

[@MrMikebeben]

@@budnanc509 how did you get it To calibrate? I’m having same issue. I can’t calibrate so have steering only no throttle

[@SD-gx5ef]

Any parts for these?

[@Hobby365]

Not much in the way of parts for the esc. You can replace the connectors and the fans. That is really about it.

[@mattmaryan1121]

Perfect!

[@Hobby365]

I am so happy it helped you.

[@dkaukai]

i cant even get my receiver and transmitter to go into cabration mode either

[@1521joe]

No program card?

[@Hobby365]

The programing card does make things much easier. But not everyone has one when they need it. I will get a video in progress for the programing card if you would like to see one.

[@1521joe]

@@Hobby365 that would be great bro. Many thanks.

[@cbigbie191]

Thank you so much!!!

[@Hobby365]

You are so welcome!

[@kaycee9337]

How do I decrease the punch setting

[@yamilvalentin3059]

I need brake asap lol

[@dkaukai]

that is holding the button down for 5minute. doesnt go into that mode

[@AutoBodyEverything]

THIS IS THE “ONLY ” VIDEO THAT I’VE FOUND THAT TALKS ABOUT MOTOR TIMING (BUT)... I have yet to find ANYONE driving and demonstrating on different timing degrees.. if we can go up on the pinion for speed runs, why can’t we just go up in timing? Why is nobody playing with timing???

[@Hobby365]

Timing is an art that most people never take the time to fully understand and confidently give advise about. I fall in that category as well. Messing up the timing has consequences in failed motors, failed ESC's and puffy batteries. That is why you are struggling to find advise on how to tune timing.

[@saxgaming4441]

Well it doesn't work for the 4000kv 3s combo. But it did do a little bit different than just turn it on so I'm going to go find a different video thanks for trying

[@Hobby365]

I'm sorry this video wasn't able to help you with your esc. I will see if I can get a video specific to your needs.

[@saxgaming4441]

@@Hobby365 no don't do that I looked up a video from Spektrum and they did the same thing you did and it didn't work for mine I think my receiver is broken this would work great if everything was working properly thanks

[@Hobby365]

@@saxgaming4441 I don't know what receiver you have but if you do have an AVC receiver you might try re calibrating the AVC. Try this video for those instructions: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3y4qpJsZs6nhZI

[@saxgaming4441]

@@Hobby365 it is a traxxas I think it is broken

[@elromanicobaby]

It’s backwards

[@Hobby365]

What is backwards?

[@Aladinscave]

Your video is very helpful but I have to say this way of programming really suck! Just got a kraton 6s a few days ago and I am already having thoughts of getting rid of the spektrum setup very expensive batteries now this silly way of programming…..

[@PigglyWigglyDeluxe]

If you buy a JUST the Spektrum Firma 150 ESC separately by itself, the manual that comes with it is wildly wrong. The correct one is the Arrma manual for the car the ESC comes in. The Horizon manual is wildly inaccurate

[@Hobby365]

That is one of the very reasons I do these videos and it's not just horizon. Traxxas and Kyosho have hidden calibration menus in their radio systems. No where is that even listed in the instructions.

[@PigglyWigglyDeluxe]

@@Hobby365 Traxxas absolutely has the instructions in their manual how to configure their remotes. No one ever reads the manual. Idk about kyosho though.

[@yana2008100]

Can u adjust the lvc on the 150a esc? with my programmer box from spektrum it does not have lvc option. manual says it should.

[@Hobby365]

@@yana2008100 I have not see an adjustment for the LVC in any of the programing options. Even manual programing doesn't even have the option to turn it off.

[@PigglyWigglyDeluxe]

@@yana2008100 No. The manual is wrong. The correct manual for this 150a ESC is found in the Arrma Felony manual

[@alum1n1umkn1ght3]

I did your calibration, and now my fucking esc won't shut up

[@Hobby365]

What specifically is it doing?

[@alum1n1umkn1ght3]

@@Hobby365 so I think it was beeping because my battery was dead, fixed that issue but decided to reset my transmitter and now the binding isn't working, after I've done everything.😂 it's sad bro because I haven't even been able to use it in the warm days. And don't have the money to buy anything new. Also lost my receipt from the shop.

[@Hobby365]

@@alum1n1umkn1ght3 I have some videos on resetting and binding transmitters as well, maybe that will be a help to you with that. Also reach out to your local hobbyshop. Many of them may be able to help you not only with your receipt but also with expertise on the processes that may help solve your issues. Trust me when I say they will be impressed that you have made the effort to educate yourself and need just a little help.

[@alum1n1umkn1ght3]

@@Hobby365 thanks brother!

[@alum1n1umkn1ght3]

@@Hobby365 So, took it to the shop and they got me a new receiver which worked for their transmitter but I got home and it is acting the same way with my transmitter. So I think I just have a bad transmitter. It isn't accurate and doesn't know where the neutral positions are.

[@afronegro791]

Thanks for this the manual made zero sense 👍

[@Hobby365]

So glad it helped you out.

[@LuisAlvarado-]

Firma esc trash.👎👎

[@MilesofProof]

You're assuming people's ESC all misbehave the same. It absolutely does not respond to the instructed programming

[@bluexlotus585]

Does this work with any receiver and controller

[@Hobby365]

So long at it is a standard hobby grade contoller with a compatible reciver, all you need to do is calibrate the ESC to your radio and you are off to the races.