Hobbywing XERUN XR10 Pro G2 - Brushless Speed Controller Manual

1. Motor Wiring
   The motor wiring is different between the sensored and the sensorless; please only follow the introductions below.

• Sensored Motor Wiring There is strict wiring order from the ESC to the motor, the three A/B/C ESC wires must connect to the three A/B/C motor wires correspondingly. Next, connect the ESC sensor port and the motor sensor port with the stock 6-pin sensor cable. If you don't plug the sensor cable in, your ESC will still work in sensorless mode even if you're using a sensored motor.
• Sensorless Motor Wiring Users do not need to be worried in regards to the connectivity with the A/B/C(ESC and motor) as there is no polarity. You may find it necessary to swap two wires if the motor runs in reverse.

2. Receiver Wiring
   The throttle control cable on the ESC has to be plugged into the throttle (TH) channel on the receiver. The throttle control cable has an output voltage of 6V/7.4V to the receiver and steering servo, hence, no separate battery can be connected to the receiver. Otherwise, your ESC may be damaged.
3. Battery Wiring
   Proper polarity is essential. Please ensure positive (+) connects to positive (+), and negative (-) connects to negative (-) when plugging in the battery! When reverse polarity is applied to the ESC from the battery, the external standard cappack will still be damaged.

Begin using your ESC by calibrating with your transmitter. We strongly recommend Hobbywing users to use the "Fail Safe" function on the radio system and set (F/S) to "Output OFF" or "Neutral Position". Example of calibrating Neutral range and Endpoint.

1. Turn on the transmitter, ensure all parameters (D/R, Curve, ATL) on the throttle channel are at default (100%). For transmitter without LCD, please turn the knob to the maximum, and the throttle "TRIM" to 0. Please also turn the corresponding knob to the neutral position. For FutabaTM transmitter, the direction of throttle channel shall be set to "REV", while other radio systems shall be set to "NOR". Please ensure the "ABS/braking function" of your transmitter must be DISABLED.
2. Start by turning on the transmitter with the ESC turned off but connected to a battery. Holding the "ON/OFF" button, the RED LED on the ESC starts to flash (Note 2: the motor beeps at the same time), and then release the ON/OFF button immediately.
   Note 2: Beeps from the motor may be low sometimes, and you can check the LED status instead.

3. Set the neutral point, the full throttle endpoint and the full brake endpoint.

• Leave transmitter at the neutral position, press the "ON/OFF" button, the RED LED dies out and the GREEN LED flashes 1 time and the motor beeps 1 time to accept the neutral position.
• Pull the throttle trigger to the full throttle position, press the "ON/OFF" button, the GREEN LED blinks 2 times and the motor beeps 2 times to accept the full throttle endpoint.
• Push the throttle trigger to the full brake position, press the "ON/OFF" button, the GREEN LED blinks 3 times and the motor beeps 3 times to accept the full brake endpoint.

4. The motor can be started 3 seconds after the ESC/Radio calibration is complete.

Power ON/OFF

Attention!
The temperature of its Aluminum housing may be very high when there is heavy load. For precaution, we recommend users to have a fan blown towards the ESC. (Start with the ESC turned off), press the ON/OFF button to turn on the ESC (the indication LED comes on); and press the ON/OFF button again to turn off the ESC (the indication LED dies out). Note 3 Do not turn off the ESC when the motor is spinning. The sudden stoppage may result in unwanted damage to both the motor and ESC. If there is an emergency, battery plugs can be pulled out to switch the ESC off.

Programmable Items

Note 4: Item 4C (Boost Start RPM) & item 4D (Boost End RPM) are not programmable if item 4B (Timing Activation) is set to "Auto". The PWM Drive Frequency, Brake Frequency, Brake Control, Boost Timing, Turbo Timing and relevant items are not programmable ( that's item 2E, 3F, 3G and 8 items from 4A to 5D are not programmable) when Sensor Mode (Item 1H) is set to "Sensored/Sensorless Hybrid".

1. 1. Running Mode
      Racing mode. It has only forward and brake functions.
      Option 2: Forward/ Reverse with Brake
      This option is known to be the "training" mode with "Forward/ Reverse with Brake" functions. Hobbywing has adopted the "DOUBLE-CLICK" method, that is your vehicle only brakes on the 1st time you push the throttle trigger forward (brake) (1st push). The motor stops when you quickly release the throttle trigger and then re-push the trigger quickly (2nd push), only then the vehicle will reverse. The reverse function will not work if your car does not come to a complete stop. The vehicle only reverses after the motor stops. This method is for preventing vehicle from being accidentally reversed. Option 3: Forward and Reverse This mode is often used by special vehicles (rock crawler). It adopts the "SINGLE-CLICK" method. The vehicle will reverse immediately when you push the throttle trigger forward (brake).
   2. Max. Reverse Force
      The reverse force of the value will determine its speed. For the safety of your vehicle, we recommend using a low amount.
   3. Cutoff Voltage
      Sets the voltage at which the ESC lowers or removes power to the motor in order to either keep the battery at a safe minimum voltage (for LiPo batteries). The ESC monitors the battery voltage all the time, it will immediately reduce the power to 30% (in 3 seconds) and cut off the output 10 seconds later when the voltage goes below the cutoff threshold. The RED LED will flash a short, single flash that repeats ( , , ) to indicate the low-voltage cutoff protection is activated. Please set the "Cutoff Voltage" to "Disabled" or customize this item if you are using NiMH batteries.
      Option 1: Disabled
      The ESC does not cut the power off due to low voltage. We do not recommend using this option when you use any LiPo battery as you will irreversibly damage the product. You need to select this option when you are using a NiMH pack.
      Option 2: Auto
      The ESC calculates the corresponding cutoff voltage as per the number of LiPo cells it detects and the "3.3V/cell" rule. For example, if the ESC detects a 2S, the cutoff voltage for the battery shall be 6.6V.
      Option 3: Customized
      The customized cutoff threshold is a voltage for the whole battery pack (adjustable from 3.0V to 11.1V). Please calculate the value as per the number of LiPo cells you are using. For example, when you use a 2S and you want the cutoff voltage for each cell is 2.8V, you will need to set this item to 5.6V.
   4. ESC Thermal Protection
      The output from the ESC will be cut off with the value you have preset. The GREEN LED flashes ( , , ) when the ESC temperature reaches to the preset value. The output will not resume until the ESC temperature gets down.
      
      Please do not disable this function unless you're in a competition. Otherwise the high temperature may damage your ESC and even your motor.
   5. Motor Thermal Protection
      The GREEN LED flashes ( , , ) when the motor temperature reaches to the preset value. The output will not resume until the motor temperature gets down.
      
      Please do not disable this function unless you're in a competition. Otherwise the high temperature may damage your motor and even your ESC. For non-Hobbywing motor, the ESC may get this protection activated too early/late because of the different temperature sensor inside the motor. In this case, please disable this function and monitor the motor temperature manually.
   6. BEC Voltage
      Option 1: 6.0V
      It's applicable to ordinary servos. Do not use this option with high voltage servos; otherwise your servos may not function normally due to insufficient voltage.
      Option 2: 7.4V
      It's applicable to high voltage servos. Do not use this option with ordinary servos; otherwise your servos may be burnt due to high voltage.
   7. Remote Off
      Option 1: Enabled
      Users can simply push and hold the brake trigger for 6 seconds. This option allows the user to turn off the ESC without pushing the ON/OFF button switch.
      Option 2: Disabled
      Users must turn off the ESC by pressing the ON/OFF switch button from the ESC.
   8. Sensor Mode
      Option 1: Full Sensored
      The power system will work in the "sensored" mode at all times. The efficiency and drivability of this mode is at the highest.
      Option 2: Sensored/Sensorless
      Hybrid The ESC operates the motor in sensored mode during the low-speed start-up process, followed by switching to operating the motor in the "sensorless" mode. This dual drive mode is applicable to 4WD SCT vehicles using 4 pole motors.
      
      Do not select the option 1 if you are using a non-Hobbywing matching motor, when it's a 4 pole sensored motor, otherwise you may damage your ESC and motor.
   9. Motor Rotation/Direction
      With the motor shaft faces you (the rear end of the motor is away from you), increase the throttle input, the motor (shaft) will rotate in the CCW/CW direction if the "Motor Rotation/Direction" set to "CCW/CW". Generally, the vehicle runs forward when the motor (shaft) rotates in the CCW direction. However, some vehicles only run forward when the motor rotates in the CW direction due to the different chassis design. In that case, you only need to set the "Motor Rotation/Direction" to "CW).
2. 1. Throttle Rate Control
      This item is used to control the throttle response. It can be adjustable from 1 to 30 (step: 1), the lower the throttle rate, the more the limit will be on the throttle response. A suitable rate can help driver to control his vehicle properly during the starting-up process. Generally, you can set it to a high value to have a quick throttle response if you are proficient at throttle control.
   2. Throttle Curve
      The throttle curve parameter reconciles the position of the throttle trigger (in throttle zone) and the actual ESC throttle output. It is linear by default and we can change it to non-linear via adjusting the throttle curve. For example, if adjust it to +EXP, the throttle output at the early stage will be higher (than the output when the curve is linear); if it is adjusted to –EXP, the throttle output at the early stage will be lower (than the output when the curve is linear).
   3. Neutral Range
      As not all transmitters have the same stability at "neutral position", please adjust this parameter as per your preference. You can adjust to a bigger value when this happens.
   4. Coast
      The RPM of the motor will be lowered gradually when throttle is reduced. The vehicle will not reduce speed abruptly when the throttle is reduced to return to the neutral position. The bigger the value, the more the "COAST" will be felt. Example, COAST of 0 deactivates, and a COAST of 20% would be the maximum amount of COAST.
      What is COAST?
      When a vehicle has a larger final drive ratio, the tendency of having a "drag" feel is higher. The "COAST" technology is to allow the car to roll (coast) even when the final drive ratio is high. The Coast function brings better and smoother control feeling to racers. Some drivers will refer to this to the traditional brushed motors. Note 5: The "Coast" will be void (even if you set it to any value besides 0) if the above "drag brake" is not "0%".
   5. PWM Drive Frequency
      The acceleration will be more aggressive at the initial stage when the drive frequency is low; a higher drive frequency is smoother but this will create more heat to the ESC.If set this item to "Customized", then the PWM frequency can be adjusted to a variable value (which ranges from 0K to 32K) at any 0-100% throttle input, Please choose the frequencies as per the actual test results of your vehicles.
   6. Softening Value
      It allows users to fine-tune the bottom end, change the driving feel, and maximize the driving efficiency at different track conditions. The higher the "Softening Value ", the milder the bottom end. In Modified class, drivers often feel the power of the bottom end is too aggressive. Little throttle input usually brings too much power to the car and make it hard to control at the corners, so HOBBYWING creates this softening function to solve the issue.
      Note 6: You can increase the motor mechanical timing accordingly after you set the softening value. Every time you increase the softening value by 5 degrees, you can increase the mechanical timing by 1 degree. For example, if you set the softening value to 20 degrees, then you can increase the mechanical timing by 4 degrees. Please note that you will never increase the mechanical timing by over 5 degrees.
   7. Softening Range
      It's the range to which "Softening Value" starts and ends. For example, 0% to 30% will be generated when the user pre-programs the "Softening Range" at a value of 30%.
3. 1. Drag Brake
      It is the braking power produced when releasing from full speed to neutral position. This is to simulate the slight braking effect of a neutral brushed motor while coasting. It's not recommended for buggy and monster truck. (Attention! Drag brake will consume more power and heat will be increased, apply it cautiously.)
   2. Max. Brake Force
      This ESC provides proportional braking function; the braking effect is decided by the position of the throttle trigger. It sets the percentage of available braking power when full brake is applied. Large amount will shorten the braking time but it may damage your pinion and spur.
   3. Initial Brake Force
      It is also known as "minimum brake force". It is the force when pushing throttle trigger from neutral zone to the initial brake position. To get a smoother braking effect, the default is equal to the drag brake.
   4. Brake Rate
      Control It's adjustable from 1 to 20 (step: 1), the lower the brake rate, the more limit on the brake response. A suitable rate can aid the driver to brake his vehicle correctly. Generally, you can set it to a high value to have a quick brake response.
   5. Brake Curve
      This item is used for regulating the relation between the throttle range in brake zone and the brake force. The default setting is linear. You can change it to non-linear via a LCD program box and a PC (HOBBYWING USB LINK software needs to be installed on the PC.) for different braking effect.
   6. Brake Frequency
      The brake force will be larger if the frequency is low; you will get a smoother brake force when the value is higher. If set this item to "Customized", then the brake frequency can be adjusted to a variable value (which ranges from 0K to 16K) at any 0-100% throttle input, Please choose the frequencies as per the actual test results of your vehicles.
   7. Brake Control
      Option 1: Linear
      Hobbywing has recommended using this mode under all circumstances. The braking effect is a bit weaker in this mode than in Traditional brake mode, but it's easy to control and brings great control feel.
      Option 2: Traditional
      This brake mode is the same as to the XERUN series of ESCs, the brake force is stronger.
      Option 3: Hybrid
      The ESC switches the brake mode between Linear and Traditional as per the vehicle speed to prevent the slide (between tires and track) from affecting the braking effect. Note 6: Please select the right mode for your vehicle as per the track condition, motor performance, and etc.
4. 1. Boost Timing
      It is effective within the whole throttle range; it directly affects the car speed on straightaway and winding course. The ESC adjusts the timing dynamically as per the RPM (when "Boost Timing Activation" set to "RPM") or throttle amount (when "Boost Timing Activation" set to "Auto") in the operation. The Boost Timing is not constant but variable.
   2. Boost Timing Activation
      Option 1: RPM
      In RPM mode, the ESC adjusts the Boost Timing dynamically as per the motor speed (RPM). The actual Boost Timing is 0 when the RPM is lower than the Boost Start RPM. The Boost Timing changes as per the RPM when the RPM change is between the Boost Start RPM and the Boost End RPM. For example, if the Boost Timing is set to 5 degrees and the Boost Start RPM is 10000, the Boost End RPM is 15000. The Boost Timing corresponds to different RPM is shown below. When the RPM is higher than the Boost End RPM, the actual Boost Timing is the value you had previously set.

      RPM (Motor Speed)	<10000	10001-11000	11001-12000	12001-13000	13001-14000	14001-15000	>15000
      Actual Boost Timing	0 Degree	1 Degree	2 Degrees	3 Degrees	4 Degrees	5 Degrees	5 Degrees

      Option 2: Auto
      In Auto mode, the ESC adjusts the Boost Timing dynamically as per the throttle amount. Only at full throttle, the actual Boost Timing is the value you had previously set.

   3. Boost Start RPM
      This item defines the RPM at which Boost Timing is activated. For example, when the Boost Start RPM is set to 5000, the ESC will activate the corresponding Boost Timing when the RPM goes above 5000. The specific value is determined by the Boost Timing and the Boost End RPM you had previously set.
   4. Boost End RPM
      This item defines the RPM at which Boost Timing (you specifically set) is applied. For example, when Boost Timing is set to 10 degrees and the Boost End RPM to 15000, the ESC will activate the Boost Timing of 10 degrees when the RPM goes above 15000. The ESC will adjust the Boost Timing accordingly as per the actual RPM when the RPM goes below 15000.
5. 1. Turbo Timing
      This item is adjustable from 0 degree to 64 degrees, the corresponding turbo timing (you set) will initiate at full throttle. It's usually activated on long straightaway and makes the motor unleash its maximum potential.
   2. Turbo Delay
      When "TURBO DELAY" is set to "INSTANT", the Turbo Timing will be activated right after the throttle trigger is moved to the full throttle position. When other value(s) is applied, you will need to hold the throttle trigger at the full throttle position (as you set) till the Turbo Timing initiates.
   3. Turbo Increase Rate
      This item is used to define the "speed" at which Turbo Timing is released when the trigger condition is met. For example, "6 degs/0.1sec" refers to the Turbo Timing of 6 degrees that will be released in 0.1 second. Both the acceleration and heat is higher when the "Turbo increase rate" is of a larger value.
   4. Turbo Decrease Rate
      After the Turbo Timing is activated and the trigger condition turns to not be met (i.e. vehicle slows down at the end of the straightaway and gets into a corner, full throttle turns to partial throttle, the trigger condition for Turbo Timing turns to be not met), if you disable all the Turbo Timing in a moment, an obvious slow-down like braking will be felt and cause the control of vehicle to become bad. If the ESC can disable the Turbo Timing at some "speed", the slow-down will be linear and the control will be improved.
      
      Boost Timing & Turbo Timing can effectively improve the motor efficiency; they are usually used in competitions. Please take some time to read this manual and then set these two items carefully, monitor the ESC & motor temperatures when you have a trial run and then adjust the Timing and FDR accordingly as aggressive Timings and FDR may cause your ESC or motor to be burnt.