NOVAK M2 DIG - V1.0 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Version 1.0
12/15/2010

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Version 1.0 12/15/2010...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Comments & Suggestions ......................19 Troubleshooting ........................19 ESC Disconnected During Firmware Update ................19 NovaLink Not Displaying Properly on Windows 7 ..............19 NovaLink Firmware Updater Displays Error Message ............19 Product Warranty ........................20 Novak Electronics, Inc. www.teamnovak.com...
  • Page 3: Product Overview

    These custom-made parameter sets can, also, be shared with other drivers. The NovaLink will never be outdated due to the easy-to-download software updates available to users on Novak’s Web site. The NovaLink is compatible with Windows® XP™, Vista™, and 7™ computer-operating platforms.
  • Page 4: Precautions

    “Black” labels to aid in connecting your ESC correctly. Make sure to match the labels on the NovaLink module with the color of the wires on the ESC as shown in the image to the right. Black Novak Electronics, Inc. www.teamnovak.com...
  • Page 5: Software Installation

    5. Once the black command prompt disappears, plug the NovaLink into the USB 6. Return back to the NovaLink Setup folder by clicking the “Back” button 7. Double-click the Installer folder 8. Install NovaLink by double-clicking on the Setup.exe file Click “Next” to begin the NovaLink Setup Wizard Novak Electronics, Inc. www.teamnovak.com...
  • Page 6: Software Registration

    The registration form can be found by navigating to Start -> All Programs -> Novak Electronics. Registering your NovaLink will ensure that you receive e- mails from Novak when new versions of the software or firmware are available. Novak Electronics, Inc. www.teamnovak.com...
  • Page 7 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Once the installation is complete, click “Close” to exit the installation wizard Novak Electronics, Inc. www.teamnovak.com...
  • Page 8: Novalink Instructions

    Neutral PPM signal is present and the Drag brake is enabled (if Timing is enable, the white LED will also light up). 5. If no signal is present, the green LEDs will light up. Novak Electronics, Inc. www.teamnovak.com...
  • Page 9: Creating & Saving A Profile

    2. Resetting your profile will change all your parameters back to its default values 3. If you plan on using these defaults for your ESC, do not forget to update your ESC (refer to “Uploading/Updating a Profile”) Novak Electronics, Inc. www.teamnovak.com...
  • Page 10: Sharing Profiles

    1. Close the program 2. Remove your ESC Downloading Software Updates Please visit http:// www.teamnovak.com/products/esc/m2 regularly for software updates. If you have registered your NovaLink, we will notify you by e-mail when updates are available. Novak Electronics, Inc. www.teamnovak.com...
  • Page 11: Esc Firmware Upgrade

    Your ESC will not be able to function if this occurs. Restart the Firmware Updater and allow your ESC to fully update if your ESC disconnects during the firmware update. (Refer to “Troubleshooting” for details) Novak Electronics, Inc. www.teamnovak.com...
  • Page 12: Novalink Parameter Definitions

    Raising the Dead Band setting increases the amount of free play, or distance you must move your transmitters trigger before forward drive or braking activates. This setting is useful if your transmitters trigger does not center well or the trigger pot is worn. Novak Electronics, Inc. www.teamnovak.com...
  • Page 13 Smart-Stop Voltage Cut-Off Circuitry and allows for the selection of the type of batteries used in the vehicle’s main battery pack. The Novak Smart-Stop Circuitry monitors battery voltage and folds back power output to the motor when a critical voltage threshold is reached for either LiPo or LiFe cells.
  • Page 14 Single Output Mode This mode is used for standard 2-channel operation with either single or dual-motor control. There is no dig function in this profile. Novak Electronics, Inc. www.teamnovak.com...
  • Page 15: Comments & Suggestions

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL COMMENTS & SUGGESTIONS Team Novak welcomes all suggestions and comments! Feel free to send us any suggestions or bugs you may have encountered through our Suggestions form. 1. Start NovaLink 2. Click the Suggestions Box icon 3. Enter any suggestions, comments, or bugs into the text field 4.
  • Page 16: Product Warranty

    Because Novak Electronics, Inc. has no control over the connection and use of the NovaLink Interface and software or any other related electronics, no liability may be assumed, nor will be accepted, for any damage resulting from the use of this product.

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