E-flite Lite Pro 40-Amp Switch-Mode BEC brushless ESC Instructions

Optional RS232 Serial Link & Programming Software
40-Amp Lite Pro Switch-Mode
BEC Brushless ESC Instructions
Thank you for purchasing the E-flite® 40-Amp Lite Pro Switch-Mode BEC
Brushless ESC. This is a lightweight, high-quality, efficient sensorless
brushless electronic speed control with an integrated switch-mode BEC.
It can operate without the need for a separate receiver battery to power
your servos and receivers, saving you weight and complication. It is
capable of up to 40 amps continuous current when using 3- to 6-series
Li-Po battery packs. You can drive up to 7 analog or 6 digital standardsized servos with the BEC on any recommended input voltage. This
ESC also features safe power arming along with advanced programmable
features such as low voltage cutoff, braking, timing, throttle input range,
and more, making this truly a ‘pro series’ speed control.
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Up to 40 amps continuous current with proper air flow
and 55 amps burst current (15 seconds)
5V switch-mode BEC capable of 2.5 amps continuous
current on any recommended input voltage
Drive up to 7 analog or 6 digital standard-sized servos
with the BEC on any recommended input voltage
3- to 6-cell Li-Po, 9- to 18-cell Ni-MH/Ni-Cd input voltage
Programmable motor braking
Safe power-arm mode prevents accidental starts
Programmable low voltage cutoff with settings for 3-cell
Li-Po (9.2V), 4-cell Li-Po (12V), 5-cell Li-Po (15V), 6-cell
Li-Po (18V), or 74% of battery starting voltage
Programmable throttle input range (1.1ms–1.9ms or 1.2ms–-1.8ms)
Programmable soft start for helis and airplanes
Auto motor shut down if signal is lost or there is interference
Programmable timing—5 user-selectable ranges–use
with a large variety of brushless motors
Optional RS232 Serial Link and software available for
PC programming
Pre-wired connectors—E-flite EC3 on battery input and
3.5mm female gold bullets on motor output leads
Specifications
Continuous Current: Max Burst Current: Length: Width: Height: Weight: Cells: Battery Input Leads: Motor Output Leads: 40A*
55A (15 sec)*
66mm (2.6 in)
31mm (1.2 in)
12mm (.47 in)
48 g (1.7 oz)
3-6S Li-Po or 9-18 Ni-MH/Ni-Cd
13 AWG with E-flite EC3 Connector
16 AWG with 3.5mm Female Gold
Bullet Connectors
* Proper cooling required
Programming your ESC will be much faster and easier when you purchase
the optional RS232 Serial Link and programming software. This will
allow you to update your ESC using your laptop or PC. You must have a
Serial Port on your computer or you can purchase a separate USB to DB9
adapter (available at computer retailers).
EFLARS232 RS232 Serial Link/Programming Software
Servo Ratings with BEC Enabled:
Drives up to 7 analog or 6 digital standard-sized servos with the BEC on
any recommended input voltage. This also includes up to 7 standard
analog or 5 standard digital and 1 retract servo, perfect for 25-sized
warbird conversions.
Some servo combinations we have tested in various models include:
• 4 JR SPORT™ MN48 (JSP20040) analog mini servos—E-flite Diamante 25e ARF and J-3 Cub 25e ARF
• 4 JR DS3421 (JRPSDS3421) digital mini servos—E-flite Eratix 3D
25e ARF
• 7 JR MC35 (JSP20030) analog micro servos and 1 JR RT88
(JSP20080) retract servo—25-sized warbird
• 4 JR MC35 (JSP20030) analog micro servos—15-sized
sport aerobatic
• 6 JR SPORT MN48 (JSP20040) analog mini servos—E-flite Ultra
Stick 25 ARF & 15-size sport plane
• 4 Spektrum DSP75 (SPMDSP75) digital programmable super sub
micro servos-E-flite Ultimate 20-300 10e ARF
Some other brands and models of servos may have significantly higher
current draw. Digital servos and binding servos of any kind typically have
higher current draw. As a general rule, micro and sub-micro servos draw
less current which may affect your servo usage as shown in the examples
above. We recommend the use of a Hangar 9 Servo and Receiver Current
Meter (HAN172), installed between the throttle lead of the ESC and
receiver, to confirm current draw of the actual servos used. Also, always
be sure to position the ESC for maximum airflow since cooling can
significantly aid in the performance of the BEC.
Before first use, please refer to “Servo Ratings with BEC Enabled” notes
for BEC usage guidelines. You must follow these guidelines for safe
operation. If you are using more than 7 analog standard servos, more than
6 digital standard servos, or servos with higher current draw than the BEC
can deliver, you will need to disable the BEC. If you wish to disable the
BEC, you must remove the red receiver wire lead and connector from the
receiver lead housing, and then insulate it properly to prevent shorting.
When operating with the BEC disabled, E-flite recommends the use of a
separate, high-power, external BEC (like the Ultimate BEC), or receiver
pack and switch using the following items to ensure trouble-free operation:
1. JR 1100mAh 4.8V Ni-MH receiver battery (JRPB4240),
or similar
2. JR Switch Harness (JRPA003), or similar
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN THEIR ENTIRETY BEFORE USE
Before you connect your ESC and begin flying, take a moment to look it
over. The input power side has a black (negative) and red (positive) wire
along with an E-flite EC3 Male Device Connector. The motor side has three
16-gauge wires (blue, red, and black) with 3.5mm female gold bullet
connectors on the ends.
The black and red wires with the EC3 Device (DEV) Connector will connect
to your power battery. The red wire connects to the red wire on your
battery pack, the black wire connects to the black wire on your battery
pack. If the wires are reversed, the ESC may be damaged. YOU MUST
ENSURE THAT YOU CONNECT THE BATTERY POLARITY PROPERLY TO PREVENT
DAMAGE TO THE ESC. Reversing polarity will void your warranty, so always
double-check this connection. Use only a genuine E-flite EC3 Female
Battery (BATT) connector on the battery so it matches the EC3 Male
Device (DEV) connector on the speed control. The throttle lead connects
to the throttle channel on your radio receiver.
WARNING: For your safety, when checking the startup function of the ESC or
making programming changes, please remove the propeller to prevent any
potential injury. You should always treat the motor and propeller as live and
dangerous, remembering it could start at any time, and keep any body parts,
clothing and tools clear of the propeller arc. NEVER LEAVE THE BATTERY
CONNECTED WHEN NOT FLYING THE AIRCRAFT AND ALWAYS REMOVE THE
BATTERY FROM THE MODEL BEFORE CHARGING AND WHEN FINISHED FLYING.
When flying in hot weather, we recommend checking on the condition of
the ESC, battery, and motor after each flight. You may want to consider
letting the electronic components cool to near ambient temperature
between flights. We also recommend throttle management when running
near maximum levels of current draw during extreme conditions. It is not
recommended you fly an entire flight at full throttle. If this is done, it is
possible to cause permanent damage to your motor, battery, and ESC.
Using the 40-Amp Lite Pro Switch-mode BEC Brushless Controller
This controller is very simple to use, and for safety, will not arm the motor
until the throttle stick has been held in the Idle/Off position for more than
1 second. The controller will indicate the soft cutoff voltage setting every
time you plug the battery in by first emitting a low, long tone, to indicate
startup. Depending on the selected cutoff voltage (default is 74%), you
will then hear the respective number of medium length mid tones to
indicate the cell count or a musical tone for the 74% cutoff, helping you
to confirm the setting before every flight. Proper air cooling is required
during flights so the ESC should be place in an area where air flows over
the controller.
Connecting the ESC to the Motor
The three wires from your motor connect to the three female gold bullet
connectors on the ESC. The order of connection to the motor is not
important; you can plug any motor wire into any connector. When you test
the system, the motor runs backwards, you can simply unplug and switch
any two of the motor wire plugs connected to the ESC.
Mounting the ESC
Choose a location that has good airflow and offers good protection. Do not
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cover the the side with the flat heat shield with hook and loop or tape as this
will greatly reduce its effectiveness. Mount the ESC with a combination of
hook and loop, 2-sided foam tape, and/or tie wraps.
Starting Your Power System
6. If you want to make changes in the programming menus (see specific
instructions below) move the throttle stick to full throttle (>1.7ms)
position. You will have 5 seconds to make your selection.
1.Turn on your transmitter and ensure the position of the
throttle stick is set to Idle/Off.
7. If you want to advance to the next menu, allow the programming to skip to the next menu after the 5 seconds have expired.
2.Plug the battery pack into the controller. You will hear 1 low long tone to indicate startup, then the respective number of medium-length mid
tones to indicate the cell count or a musical tone for the 74% cutoff,
followed by 3 rising tones to indicate the controller is armed.
Programming Menu 1 – Voltage Cutoff
3.When you move the throttle stick upward, the motor will run. If you
continue to move the throttle stick upward to the full throttle (high
position), the motor will run faster. If you lower the throttle stick below
the start-up position, the motor will stop running.
4.Check servo motion as part of your preflight check. It is very
important to make sure linkages are free-moving with no binding.
Remember, when in the programming mode:
Full Throttle = Stick Up
Idle = Stick Down
The default settings (from the package) for your E-flite 40-Amp Pro
ESC are as follows:
• Voltage cutoff set at 74% • Brake set to Off
• Timing set at 15 degrees
• Throttle Input Range set at 1.2ms to 1.8ms
• Start-up Rate (Acceleration Delay) set at 0.25 seconds
• PWM Frequency set at 8KHz
• Operating Mode set to normal (airplane)
Entering the Programming Mode
1.With the battery disconnected from the controller, and the transmitter
turned on, first move the throttle stick to full throttle (>1.7ms)
position. Leave it in this position and then connect the battery to the
controller.
2.Wait for 5 seconds, and the ESC will give two sets of fast ringing tones to indicate you have successfully entered the programming mode.
3.Once you hear these tones, move the stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.7ms) for 5 seconds, and the controller will beep 1 time, indicating
you are now in Menu 1.
4.The controller will now wait 5 seconds for you to make your selection;
your programming options are either full throttle (>1.7ms) or idle
(<1.3ms).
5.When you have made a valid selection, the control will beep once with
a lower tone, and you can move the stick back to center for the next
menu item (2 beeps, 3 beeps and so on). If you do not make a
selection within 5 seconds, the controller will move to the next
menu item.
Use this option to set the voltage at which the controller will shut down
the motor to prevent damage to your battery when it reaches the cutoff
voltage. You will know your battery pack has reached auto cutoff when
you hear the motor “pulse” repeatedly.
1.Move the throttle stick to full throttle (>1.7ms) position to
make changes to the voltage cutoff programming.
a.To select 3-cell low voltage cutoff – You will hear 3 short
beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the next selection.
b.To select 4-cell low voltage cutoff – You will hear 4 short
beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the next selection.
c.To select 5-cell low voltage cutoff – You will hear 5 short
beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the next selection.
d.To select 6-cell low voltage cutoff – You will hear 6 short
beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the next selection.
e.To select 74% cutoff – You will hear 7 short beeps. Move
the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms). The
controller will beep 2 times, indicating you have set the
program selection or leave in full throttle for 5 seconds to
advance to the first selection again.
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT 74% CUTOFF: This option will activate the soft
cutoff at 74% of startup voltage or 9.2V, whichever is higher. For example,
if your pack measures 16.8 volts at startup, then the soft cut will occur at
12.4 volts. The 74% cutoff option will check the startup voltage every time
you plug the battery into the controller, so beware of using partially charged
packs, as the system cannot protect your Li-Po batteries if you are using the
74% cutoff and connect a partially charged pack. You will know your battery
pack has reached soft auto cutoff when you hear the motor “pulse” repeatedly.
We recommend you land your model as soon as you hear the motor pulse
(indicating the pack voltage has dropped to the cutoff voltage level) to prevent
over-discharge of the Li-Po battery pack, and to prevent sudden power loss.
Programming Menu 2 – Brake Type
The default setting is Brake Off. This option gives you the choice to have
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the ESC stop the propeller during flight (Brake On) or allow it to windmill
(Brake Off). Use the Brake On options for folding propellers.
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Move the stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms) for 5 seconds, and
the controller will beep 2 times, indicating you are now in Menu 2.
Move the throttle stick to full throttle (>1.7ms) position to
make changes to the Brake Type programming.
a.To select No Brake/Brake Off – You will hear 1 short beep.
Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the next selection.
b.To select Soft Brake – You will hear 2 short beeps. Move
the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms).
The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you have set
the program selection or leave in full throttle for 5
seconds to advance to the next selection.
c.To select Medium Brake – You will hear 3 short beeps.
Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the next selection.
d.To select Hard Brake – You will hear 4 short beeps. Move
the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms). The
controller will beep 2 times, indicating you have set the
program selection or leave in full throttle for 5 seconds to
advance to the first selection again.
Programming Menu 3 – Timing
The default setting is 15 degrees. As a general rule, lower pole count
motors use lower timing and higher pole count motors use higher timing.
Please refer to your motor instructions and specifications for an indication
of the number of poles.
Low Timing Advance
Timing Degrees – 5 & 10
Motor Poles – 2 to 4
Expected Performance – Good balance of power and efficiency
Motor Poles – 6 or more
Expected Performance – Best efficiency and run time (lowest power)
Standard Timing Advance
Timing Degrees – 15 & 20
Motor Poles – 6 to 12
Expected Performance – Good balance of power and efficiency
Motor Poles – 14 or more
Expected Performance – Best efficiency and run time (lowest power)
High Timing Advance
Timing Degrees – 25
Motor Poles – 12
Expected Performance – Highest power, less efficiency
Motor Poles – 14 or more
Expected Performance – Good balance of power and efficiency
1.Move the stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms) for 5 seconds, and
the controller will beep 3 times, indicating you are now in Menu 3.
2.Move the throttle stick to full throttle (>1.7ms) position to make
changes to the Timing programming.
a.To select 5 Degrees – You will hear 1 short beep. Move
the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms). The
controller will beep 2 times, indicating you have set the
program selection or leave in full throttle for 5 seconds to
advance to the next selection.
b.To select 10 Degrees – You will hear 2 short beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the next selection.
c.To select 15 Degrees – You will hear 3 short beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the next selection.
d.To select 20 Degrees – You will hear 4 short beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the next selection.
e.To select 25 Degrees – You will hear 5 short beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the first selection again.
Programming Menu 4 – Throttle Input Range (PWM)
The default setting is 1.2ms to 1.8ms and should work with most radio
systems. This option allows for proper throttle input with many different
radio systems. However, some radios have a wider output range, and may
give a more linear response with the 1.1ms to 1.9ms range. If you feel
there is too much “dead” area in the stick movement near full throttle, try
adjusting the end points in your radio, or change to the wider input range.
Be aware that if these settings are not correct, it may be impossible to
arm the controller.
1. Move the stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms) for 5 seconds, and
the controller will beep 4 times, indicating you are now in Menu 4.
2. Move the throttle stick to full throttle (>1.7ms) position to make
changes to the Throttle Input Range programming.
a.To select 1.2ms to 1.8ms – You will hear 1 short beep. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the next selection.
b.To select 1.1ms to 1.9ms – You will hear 2 short beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the first selection again.
Programming Menu 5 – Start-Up Rate
The default setting is 0.25 seconds. The start-up rate is the time it takes
to reach maximum motor speed. Changing the setting to 1 second can be
useful with power-fragile gear boxes.
1. Move the stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms) for 5 seconds, and
the controller will beep 5 times, indicating you are now in Menu 3.
2. Move the throttle stick to full throttle (>1.7ms) position to make
changes to the Start-up Rate programming.
a.To select .25 second – You will hear 1 short beep. Move
the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms). The
controller will beep 2 times, indicating you have set the
program selection or leave in full throttle for 5 seconds to
advance to the next selection.
b.To select 1 second – You will hear 2 short beeps. Move
the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms). The
controller will beep 2 times, indicating you have set the
program selection or leave in full throttle for 5 seconds to
advance to the first selection again.
Programming Menu 6 – PWM Switching Frequency
The default setting is 8KHz, which should be acceptable for most motors. If you have a low or very low inductance motor and know you need to use
a higher PWM Frequency (refer to the manual included with the motor),
then you can change the setting. Otherwise, we recommend leaving the
default setting.
1. Move the stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms) for 5 seconds, and
the controller will beep 6 times, indicating you are now in Menu 6.
2. Move the throttle stick to full throttle (>1.7ms) position to make
changes to the PWM Switching Frequency programming.
a.To select 8KHz PWM Frequency – You will hear 1 short beep. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms).
The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you have set the
program selection or leave in full throttle for 5 seconds to
advance to the next selection.
b.To select 16KHz PWM Frequency – You will hear 2 short
beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for 5
seconds to advance to the next selection.
c.To select 32KHz PWM Frequency – You will hear 3 short
beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for 5
seconds to advance to the first selection again.
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Programming Menu 7 – Operating Mode
The default setting is set to Normal (airplane) Mode, which is limited to
a start-up rate of 0.25 or 1 second. Alternatively, the Heli Mode can be
selected which reduces the start-up rate to 5 seconds for the first start-up
and any start-up after the motor/ESC has been stopped for more than 5
seconds. This helps to prevent damaging the motor, gears or any other
components from an abrupt start-up when none of the parts are moving.
Any time the motor/ESC has been stopped for less than 5 seconds in Heli
Mode, the start-up will be immediate. This allows power to be applied
immediately, such as when aborting an auto-rotation attempt or for any
other reason, to help prevent a crash. Remember, you must wait more
than 5 seconds after stopping the motor/ESC in order for the 5-second
start-up to occur again.
1. Move the stick to center (between 1.4 and 1.6ms) for 5 seconds, and
the controller will beep 7 times, indicating you are now in Menu 7.
2. Move the throttle stick to full throttle (>1.7ms) position to make
changes to the Operating Mode programming.
a.To select Normal Mode – You will hear 1 short
beep. Move the throttle stick to center (between 1.4 and
1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for
5 seconds to advance to the next selection.
b.To select Heli Mode – You will hear 2
short beeps. Move the throttle stick to center (between
1.4 and 1.6ms). The controller will beep 2 times, indicating you
have set the program selection or leave in full throttle for 5 seconds
to advance to the first selection again.
Troubleshooting
The controller will beep more quietly than normal if the input voltage is
below the cutoff voltage when the battery is connected. Check the voltage
of the battery pack to see if it is correct (charged), or the programmed
cutoff setting if the input voltage is set incorrectly for the voltage of the
pack being used.
If you have trouble arming the controller (and the throttle trim has been
set to minimum), enter the programming mode and try changing the
setting to 1.1ms–1.9ms in Programming Menu 4 to see if it helps correct
the problem. If it is a computer radio, you may alternatively increase high
and low throttle ATV (endpoint) percentages.
Note: Increasing the high ATV will not have a consequence on arming
issues, only low ATV.
Some transmitters, including all Futaba transmitters, will require the
throttle channel to be “reversed” for proper operation.
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cost. By submitting the item for repair you are agreeing to payment
of the repair without notification. Repair estimates are available upon
request. You must include this request with your repair. Non-warranty
repair estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In
addition you will be billed for return freight. Please advise us of your
preferred method of payment. Horizon accepts money orders and
cashiers checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and
Discover cards. If you choose to pay by credit card, please include
your credit card number and expiration date. Any repair left unpaid
or unclaimed after 90 days will be considered abandoned and will
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This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated
collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The
separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal
will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner
that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where
you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city
office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.