NOVAK HAVOC SPORT ESC - SETUP GUIDE 2-2009 Setup Manual

E R R O R C O D E S
The Havoc ESC is equipped with internal protection. The following is a list of error
codes depicted through LEDs––most flash when throttle is applied.
• All status LEDs scroll from left to right––Check blue sensor harness wire for disconnection or
motor does not have temperature protection. For proper operation, replace blue sensor harness
wire or motor with temperature protection. Check Novak Web site for motor compatibility list.
• Red & Green status LEDs on solid––Check input signal harness connections at ESC and
receiver. Check input signal harness wiring sequence––Refer to Step 1.
• Red status LED on solid & Green LED blinking––Check motor sensor harness connection.
Possible internal motor damage.
• Blue & Green status LEDs both blinking—Possible ESC shut-down due to locked rotor
detection––Return throttle to neutral position to regain motor control––Check vehicle's drive
train for free operation.
• Green & Red status LEDs on toggle––Li-Po Cut-Off triggered—Replace or charge battery.
Battery voltage may be too low.
• Blue & Red status LEDs blinking—Possible ESC thermal shut-down—Check gear ratio
& free operation of drive train for possible overloading/ESC is being severely over-loaded–
–allow system to cool & return throttle to neutral position to regain motor control. LEDs will
continue to blink until system is cooled down.
• Blue & Amber status LEDs blinking—Possible motor thermal shut-down––Check gear ratio
& free operation of drive train for possible overloading/motor is being over-loaded––allow
system to cool & return throttle to neutral position to regain motor control. LEDs will continue
to blink until system is cooled down.
• Blue & Green (Locked Rotor Detection), Blue & Red (ESC Thermal Shut-Down), or Blue
& Amber (Motor Thermal Shut-Down) status LEDs blinking—ESC may have shut-down
& ESC's neutral point is too far off to sense that transmitter throttle has been returned to
neutral—Refer to Step 4.
Note: The following steps are optional and only applicable in specific situations.
T R A N S M I T T E R A D J U S T M E N T S
If you have any problems with Step 4, adjust transmitter as follows and
then repeat One-Touch programming in Step 4:
A. Set HIGH ATV or EPA to maximum setting.
[amount of throw at full throttle]
B. Set LOW ATV, EPA, or ATL to maximum setting.
[amount of throw at full brakes]
C. Set EXPONENTIAL to zero setting. [throttle channel linearity]
D. Set THROTTLE CHANNEL REV. SWITCH to either position.
E. Set THROTTLE CHANNEL TRIM to middle setting.
[adjusts neutral position/increases or decreases coast brakes]
F. Set ELECTRONIC TRIGGER THROW ADJUSTMENT to 50% throttle
and 50% brake throw--best for reversible ESCs.
[adjusts trigger throw electronic/digital pistol-grip transmitters]
G. Set MECHANICAL TRIGGER THROW ADJUSTMENT to position
with 1/2 throttle and 1/2 brake throw.
U S I N G A R E C E I V E R B AT T E R Y PA C K
The Havoc ESC has an internal 6V/1.5A BEC, so a receiver battery pack
is unnecessary. If you would like to use a receiver battery pack or external
BEC, please follow these steps to ensure normal operation:
1. Connect receiver battery pack/external BEC into battery slot of the receiver.
Receiver battery pack/BEC should have an ON/OFF switch installed.
2. Leave the ESC's input harness intact. First turn the receiver battery pack
ON, then cycle the ESC's switch from ON to OFF. The ESC will remain
ON even though the switch is OFF.
After running your vehicle, simply turn OFF receiver battery pack/external
BEC. Always disconnect main battery pack when vehicle is not in use.
S E N S O R H A R N E S S W I R I N G
Should any of the 26G sensor harness wires pull out of the connector on
the end of the motor's sensor harness, re-insert them in the appropriate
slot in the connector as shown below. There is a small plastic tab that
grabs a small raised barb on the back of the metal socket crimped onto
the wire's end. The plastic tab should be checked to make sure it has not
deformed excessively before inserting the metal socket into the plastic
connector housing with the barb toward to plastic tabs.
If the motor's
black red
sensor harness
orange blue
gets damaged,
white green
please contact
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Service Dept.
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plastic metal on end of sensor
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T R O U B L E - S H O O T I N G G U I D E
Motor Does Not Operate and ESC LEDs Are Scrolling
• Motor may not have temperature protection––ESC will not operate without
Thermal Overload Protection. Check Novak Web site for the complete motor
compatibility list.
• Blue sensor harness may be disconnected––Check connection.
Steering Channel Works But Motor Will Not Run
• Possible receiver damage––Check operation with a different receiver.
• Possible internal damage––Refer to Service Procedures.
Receiver Glitches/Throttle Stutters During Acceleration
• Low voltage to receiver––Try Glitch Buster capacitor on receiver (Novak
part #5626).
• Receiver or antenna too close to ESC, power wires, battery, or motor.
• Battery pack damaged or weak––Try a different battery pack.
• Bad connections––Check wiring, connectors, & sensor harness.
• Motor's magnet has weakened or overheated––Replace rotor (#5908).
• External Power Capacitor damaged/not installed––Replace Power
Capacitor (Novak #5682).
Motor and Steering Servo Do Not Work
• Check wires, receiver signal harness wiring & color sequence, radio system,
crystals, battery/motor connectors, & battery pack.
• Power wires too close to signal wires––Do not bundle power & signal wires.
• Possible receiver damage––Check operation with a different receiver.
• Possible internal damage––Refer to Service Procedures.
Brushless Motor Runs Backwards
• Reverse motor rotation direction––Refer to 'Programming/Gearing' sheet.
Speed Control Runs Excessively Hot
• Gear ratio too low (pinion too big)—Increase gear ratio (use smaller
pinion) (see 'GEAR SELECTION').
Model Runs Slowly/Slow Acceleration
• Gear ratio too high––Reduce gear ratio (see 'GEAR SELECTION').
• Check battery & connectors––Try another battery; replace connectors/
battery if needed.
• Incorrect transmitter/ESC adjustment––Refer to Step 4.
• External Power Capacitor damaged/not installed––Replace Power
Capacitor (Novak #5682).
• Bad battery––Replace Battery Pack.
ESC Is Melted Or Burnt/ESC Runs With Switch Off
• Internal damage––Refer to Service Procedures.
*For more assistance call our Customer Service Department or check our Web site.
S E R V I C E P R O C E D U R E S
Before sending your speed control or brushless motor system in for service,
review Trouble-Shooting guide and instructions. System may appear to have
failed when other problems exist.
After reviewing instructions, if you feel that your ESC/system requires ser-
vice, please obtain the most current product service options and pricing by
the following ways:
WEB SITE: Print a copy of the PRODUCT SERVICE FORM from the CUSTOMER
SERVICE section of the Web site. Fill out the needed information on this form
and return it with the Novak product that requires servicing.
PHONE/FAX: If you do not have access to the internet, please contact our cus-
tomer service department by phone or fax as listed below.
WARRANTY SERVICE:
For warranty work, you MUST CLAIM WARRANTY
on PRODUCT SERVICE FORM & include a valid cash register receipt with
purchase date and dealer name & phone number on it, or an invoice from previous
service. If warranty provisions have been voided, there will be a charge.
• ESCs returned without a serial number will not be serviced under warranty •
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
• Dealers/distributors are not authorized to replace products thought to be defective.
• If a hobby dealer returns your product for service, submit a completed PRODUCT
SERVICE FORM to the dealer and make sure it is included with product.
• Novak Electronics, Inc. does not make any internal electronic components
(transistors, resistors, etc.) available for sale.
• Products that operate normally will have a service charge.
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B A S I C S E T- U P G U I D E — H AV O C S P O R T E S C
• See Programming/Gearing sheet for Proper Gearing, Profile Selection, Custom Programming & Li-Po Cut-Off •
#55-1732-2
Sensor-Based and Fully Programmable to Wreak Havoc!
The Havoc Sport Sensored Brushless System exceeds expectations with its performance and unmatched affordability. It contains nine
adjustable parameters to fine-tune brake and throttle response, including Novak's unique Throttle Curve and Brake Frequency.
The Havoc Sport ESC is compatible with sensored brushless and brush motors. The Havoc ESC features Novak's Smart Braking II (you don't go into reverse
until you shift into reverse by returning the trigger to neutral and then back to reverse), Thermal Overload Protection, high-power B.E.C. for strong/fast servo
response, Polar Drive & Digital Anti-Glitch circuitries for cool & smooth operation, auxiliary fan power output, and Radio Priority circuitry for the ultimate in
control, right down to the end of the charge. Add to this the user-replaceable battery wires, power capacitor, & input harness, and the Havoc Sport ESC has it all!
To benefit from all of the technical features of the Havoc Sport ESC, PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATION
P R E C A U T I O N S
WATER & ELECTRONICS DON'T MIX!
Never allow water, moisture, or other foreign materials to get inside ESC, motor,
or on the PC Boards. Water damage will void the warranty!
NO SCHOTTKY IN BRUSHLESS-MODE!
Schottky diodes must NOT be used when using ESC in Brushless-Mode
(Schottky diodes are never used with reversible ESCs, including brushless).
Do not use Schottky diodes with Havoc ESC!
DO NOT FREE REV OR OPERATE WITHOUT LOAD!
This includes running the motor without a pinion or holding the car in the air and
running the motor at or close to full power. Free revving will void the warranty!
DISCONNECT BATTERIES WHEN NOT IN USE
Always disconnect the battery pack from the speed control when not in use to
avoid short circuits and possible fire hazard.
2-CELL Li-Po OR 4 TO 7 CELLS ONLY
If using Li-Po batteries, ONLY use a 2-cell (2S) pack for the vehicle's main battery
& be sure the Li-Po Cut-Off programming option is turned ON (refer to page 6).
If using Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries, NEVER use fewer than 4 or more than 7 cells
(1.2VDC/cell) in the vehicle's main battery pack.
NOVAK BRUSHLESS MOTORS ONLY
The Havoc Sport is designed for use with sensor-based Novak Brushless Motors.
You may replace with Novak sensored motors down to 8.5 turns. Motors must
have thermal protection. Check Novak Web site for motor compatibility list.
NO REVERSE VOLTAGE!
Reverse battery polarity can damage ESC & void warranty. Disconnect battery
immediately if a reverse connection occurs.
POWER CAPACITOR REQUIRED
An external power capacitor is installed on ESC & MUST be used. Failure to use Capacitor
will result in higher temperatures & possible thermal shut-down or damage.
TRANSMITTER ON FIRST
Always turn on the power of the transmitter first so that you will have control of
the vehicle when you turn it on.
GOOD QUALITY TRANSMITTER SUGGESTED
With the higher performance of brushless systems, undesirable radio system noise
may occur when used with lower quality transmitters (like some RTR radios).
DO NOT BUNDLE POWER & SIGNAL WIRES TOGETHER
RF noise in the power wires can adversely effect radio system performance.
INSULATE WIRES
Always insulate exposed wiring with heat shrink tubing or electrical tape to
prevent short circuits, which can damage ESC.
NO CA GLUE
Exposure to CA glue or its fumes can cause damage to internal components of
the speed control and result in premature failure.
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
Input Voltage ..................................... 2 Li-Po cells, 4-7 cells (1.2 VDC/cell)
ESC Footprint .........................................................1.18"x1.54" [30x39.1mm]
ESC Weight (w/o wires) ........................................... 1.49 ounce [42 grams]
B.E.C. Voltage/Current ............................................. 6.0 volts DC/1.5 amps
Power Wire (Battery/Motor) ...................................14G Super-Flex Silicone
On-Resistance (Brushless) ............................... 0.0012Ω @25°C trans.temp.
On-Resistance (Brush-Mode) ............................ 0.0012Ω @25°C trans.temp.
Rated Current (Brushless) ..................... 120A [per phase] @25°C trans.temp.
Rated Current (Brush-Mode) ........... 120A [Fwd & Brakes] @25°C trans.temp.
Motor Limit (Brushless) ........................ Down to 8.5-turn Novak (@6 cell/2S)
Motor Limit (Brush-Mode)... 27-turn 540-size motor / 12-turn 550-size motor
Operation (Sensored Brushless) .. Forward/Brake/Reverse (with Rev. Disable)
Operation (Brush-Mode) ........................................... Forward/Brake/Reverse
2-2009
O P T I O N A L A C C E S S O R I E S
REPLACEMENT POWER CAPACITOR HARNESS [Novak kit #5682]
The Havoc Sport comes with a factory-installed Power Capacitor Harness: 680μF. One MUST BE
USED to maintain cool & smooth operation.
SUPER-FLEX SILICONE 14G WIRE [Novak kits #5500 & 5508]
Novak Super-Flex wire for power wiring. 14 gauge silicone wire in kit #5500 (36"red & 36"black)
or kit #5508 (2 each of 9"red/black/blue/yellow/orange).
INPUT SIGNAL HARNESS [Novak kits #5315 & 5320]
User-replaceable input signal harness is available in both short and long lengths. 4.5" harness
in Novak kit #5315, and 9.0" harness in Novak kit #5320.
30x30x6MM CLEAR COOLING FANS [Novak kits #5648 & 5652]
Novak cooling fans fit Havoc's heat sink perfectly & have correct power plug for easy connection.
Single fan in Novak kit #5648 and 2-pack of fans in Novak kit #5652.
LEAD-FREE 3% SILVER RACING SOLDER [Novak kit #5831, 5832 & 5833]
High silver content for making ultra low-resistance solder joints for high efficiency and better
performance. 6g in Novak #5831, 15g in Novak #5832 and 100g in Novak #5833.
LOW-LOSS POWER CONNECTORS–3.5MM [Novak kit #5731]
High-power, gold-plated connectors for low-resistance and to maximize runtime. 3.5mm con-
nectors with heat shrink: 5-pair #5731
ESC SWITCH HARNESS [Novak kit #5600]
Replacement switch for Havoc ESC and all Novak ESCs with switches.
POWER TRANS-CAP MODULE [Novak kit #5679]
Power Module for improved efficiency and lower operating temperatures.
P R O D U C T WA R R A N T Y
The Havoc Sport Brushless/Brush ESC is guaranteed to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period
of 120 days from the original date of purchase (verified by dated, itemized sales receipt). Warranty does not cover
incorrect installation, components worn by use, damage to case or exposed circuit boards, damage from using fewer
than 4 or more than 7 cells (1.2 volts DC/cell) or more than 2 Li-Po cells input voltage, cross-connection of battery/
motor power wires, overheating solder tabs, reverse voltage application, damage resulting from thermal overload or
short-circuiting motor (or connecting a brushless motor sensor harness while operating in Brush-Mode), damage from
incorrect installation of FET servo or receiver battery pack, damage due to free revving of motor, damage due to
using a non-Novak motor, a non-sensored motor or a motor lower than 8.5 turns, not using or incorrect installation
of a Power Capacitor on the ESC or from using a damaged Power Capacitor, using a Schottky diode in Brushless-
Mode, using non-Novak Power Capacitor or motor, splices to input, ON/OFF switch, or sensor harnesses, damage
from excessive force when using the One-Touch/SET button or from disassembling case, tampering with internal
electronics, allowing water, moisture, or any other foreign material to enter ESC or get onto the PC board, incorrect
installation/wiring of input plug plastic, allowing exposed wiring or solder tabs to short-circuit, or any damage caused
by a crash, flooding or natural disaster.
Because Novak has no control over the connection & use of the speed control or other related electronics, no liability
may be assumed nor will be accepted for any damage resulting from the use of this product. Every Novak speed control
& motor is thoroughly tested & cycled before leaving our facility and is, therefore, considered operational. By the act of
connecting/operating speed control, user accepts all resulting liability. In no case shall our liability exceed the product's
original cost. We reserve the right to modify warranty provisions without notice. Designed by Novak Electronics, Inc.
in Irvine, CA and assembled with globally sourced components.
©2008 Novak Electronics, Inc. • All Rights Reserved • No part of these instructions may be reproduced without the
written permission of Novak Electronics, Inc. • Havoc Sport ESC, Smart Braking II, Polar Drive Technology, Radio
Priority Circuitry, & One-Touch Set-Up are all trademarks of Novak Electronics, Inc.
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