Onyx 60A Instructions

Thank you for purchasing the ONYX electronic speed controller
(ESC). Operating RC models can be very dangerous, so please read
this manual carefully.
Please read and understand all warnings before installation
and operation!
OPERATIONAL WARNINGS!
● Disconnect the battery from the ESC immediately if the ESC or
battery becomes hot! Allow the ESC or battery to cool down
before reconnecting.
● NEVER use more than the specifi ed voltage on the ESC's input.
● ALWAYS mount the ESC in a position where air can fl ow through
the heat sink during operation.
● ALWAYS turn on the transmitter before connecting the battery to
the ESC.
● ALWAYS disconnect the battery from the ESC when not in use.
● ALWAYS remove the pinion gear when making programming
changes. This will prevent the model from taking off accidentally.
● DO NOT use with brushless motors.
● ALWAYS set the battery type to LiPo when using a LiPo battery.
This will turn on the LVC.
● ALWAYS use heat-shrink tubing to insulate any bare wires to
prevent a short circuit.
● ALWAYS allow the ESC to cool before touching. It is normal for
ESCs to get warm during operation.
● DO NOT allow metal/conductive materials to accidentally make
contact across any or all motor/battery posts.
● NEVER power up the ESC before plugging it into the Rx and
switching on the transmitter (Tx).
● ALWAYS keep out of reach of children.
● ONYX is not responsible for incidental damage or personal
injury as a result of misuse of this product.
LITHIUM BATTERY CAUTIONS!
This product may use a lithium polymer (LiPo) battery.
Improper handling could result in FIRE! A lithium battery
fi re has the potential to ignite surrounding areas and may
cause property damage or cause personal injury.
● ALWAYS set the ESC to LiPo battery mode to prevent over
discharging.
● NEVER leave a LiPo battery unattended while charging or during
operation.
● NEVER operate a vehicle with a LiPo battery inside a building.
● IMPORTANT! Always unplug the LiPo battery immediately when
fi nished operating your vehicle.
● ALWAYS charge and store LiPo batteries in a fi reproof location.
Never store LiPo batteries inside the model.
● If you ever see a LiPo battery puff or smoke during operation,
immediately disconnect the battery and move the entire model,
with the battery installed, to a fi reproof location (outside if possible).
● Consult the battery and charger instruction manuals.
FEATURES
● Designed for brushed motors.
● Includes three operation modes: Forward with brake, Forward with
brake and reverse, or Forward and Reverse only (for crawlers).
● Water- and dust-proof. The ESC is resistant to splashes and can
handle brief submersions.
● Smooth acceleration and linear feel.
● Easy throttle calibration.
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● Safety features: Low voltage cut-off protection for LiPo or NiMH
battery, Thermal protection, Signal loss protection.
● Easy to program.
● Powerful BEC regulator.
● Auto cell selection.
SPECIFICATIONS
Continuous / Burst
Input
Applications
Motor Limit
Resistance
Built-In BEC
Dimensions and Weight
ESC SETUP
1. CONNECT THE ESC.
A. Connect the ESC to the motor. Yellow to the positive (+) side of
the motor. Blue to the negative (-) side of the motor.
B. Connect the ESC's Rx lead to the throttle channel of the receiver
(typically CH2).
C. Connect the "+" and "–" battery wires of the ESC to the battery pack.
CAUTION! Incorrect polarity will damage the ESC immediately.
2. TRANSMITTER SETUP
A. Set the "D/R", "EPA" and "ATL" to 100% for throttle channel.
B. Set the "TRIM" of the throttle channel to center.
NOTE: For Futaba and Tactic transmitters, the direction of throttle
channel must be set to "REV". Other radio systems may be different.
Consult your transmitter's manual to be sure.
IMPORTANT! Always use the Failsafe in your radio system. Set
so the throttle moves to zero.
3. THROTTLE CALIBRATION
Every time you turn on the ESC, the throttle will calibrate. First turn
on your transmitter and keep the throttle at neutral. Next, turn on the
ESC. You will fi rst hear a short beep or beeps to indicate your battery
setup (see chart on the next page). This will be followed by a long
beep. This process is very quick. Once you hear the long beep, you
are ready to go.
NOTE: When changing settings of the throttle channel, (D/R, ATV,
ATL or EPA), always restart the ESC to recalibrate.
ONXM1060
Forward: 60A / 360A
Backward: 30A / 180A
2-3S LiPo or 5-9 cell NiMH
1:10 on-road, off-road Buggy, Truggy, SC,
SCT, Boats, and Crawlers (F/R mode).
2S LiPo/
540 or 550 size motor ≥ 8T
5-6 cell NIMH
3S LiPo/
540 or 550 size motor ≥ 13T
7-9 cell NIMH
Forward: 0.008 ohm
Backward: 0.0016 ohm
36 x 30 x 18mm, 40g
3A / 6V
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