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Castle Creations MAMBA MONSTER X 8S - Control Unit Quick Start Guide

GETTING STARTED

GETTING STARTED - Wiring diagram

  1. Solder a high quality battery connector to the ESC (see Driver's Ed Guide "Connectors and Power Wiring" ).
  2. Mount the ESC and motor into the vehicle.
  3. Connect motor to the ESC (see Driver's Ed Guide, "Motor Wiring" ).
  4. Plug in the RX wire into throttle (#2) and AUX wire into auxillary (#3/#4).

YOU ARE NOW READY TO GO!

THROTTLE CALIBRATION

  1. Radio on, battery plugged in, ESC off.
  2. Hold full throttle, turn ESC on (green LED).
  3. When red LED flashes, go to full reverse.
  4. When yellow LED flashes, go to neutral.
  5. Armed and ready!

DRIVER'S ED GUIDE

For more detailed information regarding Getting Started, Throttle Calibration, using Castle Link, or Transmitter Programming, please read the Driver's Ed Guide by visiting www.castlecreations.com/MMX8SDEG;

RECEIVER CONNECTION

RX Wire Plug the RX wire into the throttle (#2) channel on your receiver.
AUX Wire The AUX wire allows you to adjust a setting "on-the-fly" using an auxiliary channel on your receiver. The AUX wire function is disabled by default and is programmable via Castle Link. Plug this wire into the auxiliary (#3/#4) channel on your receiver.

TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING REFERENCE

  1. Brake/Reverse Type
  • With Reverse*
  • Without Reverse
  • Crawler Reverse
  1. Voltage Cutoff
  • Auto-Lipo*
  • None
  1. Brake Amount
  • 25%
  • 50%*
  • 75%
  • 100%
  1. Drag Brake
  • Disabled*
  • 10%
  • 20%
  • 30%
  • Crawler Full On
  1. Motor Type
  • Brushless*
  • Brushed Reversing
  1. Motor Direction
  • Normal*
  • Reverse

*Default Setting

AUDIBLE ALERT REFERENSE

Start Fail
Low Voltage Cutoff
Over-Current
Sensors Lost
Radio Glitch
Over-Temperature
Excessive Load
AUX Wire Radio Glitch
BEC Over-Temperature
Data Log Full Warning
Motor Over-Temperature

ABOUT THE DEVICE

Motors Please note that while the Mamba Monster X 8s is capable of handling incredible amounts of power, your motor must also be up for the task. Always run your motor within the manufacturer's specs. Monitor motor, battery, and controller temps carefully and never let the motor get above 100°C (212°F). Excessive heat in the motor can damage the motor, the Mamba Monster X 8s, and the batteries.
Gearing Always start with stock gearing. If you wish to change the gearing, motor, or battery, check your motor temperature frequently on the first run. If the motor gets too hot, increase the spur size, or reduce the pinion size or the pack voltage.
Programming The Mamba Monster X 8s is programmable via transmitter (see Driver's Ed Guide) or settings may be programmed via computer with a Castle Link USB adapter (coupon for free adapter included in package). Program with a mobile device using a Castle B•Link Bluetooth Adapter (sold separately) or using a Castle Field Link Portable Programmer (sold separately).
Data Logging The Mamba Monster X 8s features data logging. You will be able to measure and record important power system information during your race, turn-by-turn. After your run, you can download and analyze this log using Castle Link. You will be able to inspect many parameters including battery voltage, motor RPM, ESC temperature and more. Additional information about using the data logging features can be found in the Driver's Ed Guide ("Data Logging").

DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Guidelines 1/6th scale RC Hobby vehicles weighing up to 25lbs.
Input Voltage Range Min: 2S LiPo, Max: 8S LiPo, 33.6V
BEC
Specifications 		Adjustable: 5.5V, 6.0V, 7.5V, or 8.0V (8A Peak), default 5.5V
Sensors Yes, with sensor harness (included in package).
Product Use Statement*
  • Applying voltages higher than 33.6V will cause irreparable damage to your controller.
  • Recommended battery capacity for this ESC is 5000mAh or larger. We recommend using 30C continuous discharge or higher LiPo batteries (or high quality 25C batteries such as Traxxas Power Cell).
  • The Mamba Monster X 8s has 6.5mm bullet connectors directly on the ESC and the battery input wires are bare. You must solder the connector of choice to the battery leads. We recommend a high-current connector rated for 70+ amps.
  • The Mamba Monster X 8s is not intended for human or animal propulsion.

*Failure to adhere to the Product Use Statement constitutes a violation of the warranty agreement, and will result in non-warranty service fees to repair or replace damaged products.

castlecreations.com
540 North Rogers Road, Olathe, KS 66062
(913) 390-6939 (ext. #1 Support, #2 Sales)

Product Support: castlecreations.com/contact-support
Sales: castlecreations.com/contact-sales
Website: www.castlecreations.com

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