So What is a Smart ESC Anyways?! - A Quick Intro into the World of Spektrum Smart ESC Technology 

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i thought the where EC3 and EC5

EC3 and EC5 not XT

Hi Omar, Sounds like you need to recalibrate AVC. We have a few videos on how that is done, it is also covered in the manual for the receivers. Hope that helps!

Always something in the works ;)

Can I switch to xt90 connectors?

Sure can!

@@SpektrumRCvideos Awesome, thanks for the answer! Quick follow-up: my project mandates that I use a separate receiver pack for powering the receiver and servos. Can I disconnect the positive lead from the BEC as you would with a normal ESC, or would that effect the smart throttle serial communication?

Very good question..! Have you tried the smart ESC with a "dumb" battery? If so, what is the result? work nicely? Thanks.

@Mike lee Hi Mike! Yes it will with update :)

@Mike lee Gets all the same updates as other Gen2 transmitters at the same time. Latest version right now is 2.05

Can I switch to xt90?

Yes you will :)

Yes it will :)

Go to telemetry, then click on Smart ESC, and there will be a ratio field there :)

Nope! Smart ESCs can be used with dumb and smart alike, same with the batteries and receivers :)

@@SpektrumRCvideos I got Avian100 esc , if I understand correctly this esc can be used with a Futaba tx/rx? Or other brands understanding there would be no full functions on telemetry

@@Angelhernandez-hh8lo Correct, at that point it is the same as your PWM input based 100 amp esc

Currently you will only get telemetry from one of the esc.

The esc and motor are waterproof. That receiver is not, but if you run it in the rain it should be fine as long as you give it adequate time to dry out. Also using compressed air to blow out the water that may have collected inside is a great way to help prevent corrosion. Hope that helps!

Which radio?

SpektrumRC spectrum DX6

Yes but you will not receive the telemetry. It will function as a normal PWM signal

Obviously no

You would need the AR637T if you wanted to retain SAFE and get Smart ESC Telemetry. Hope that helps!

Yes it will! With update. Check out our video on that topic

Do you know what sort of amperage that might be pulling?

@@SpektrumRCvideos. Thanks for responding to my question. The original ESC has an 80 amps rating. Let me know if additional information or clarification is needed.

@@fiifiward Well then it should be more then capable :)

@@SpektrumRCvideos. Thank you rep. Will this smart ESC display additional telemetry information on my DX6R transmitter?

@@fiifiward Only if it is plugged into the throttle channel on a smart compatible receiver

If you are talking about shirts hats etc, they are sold on Horizonhobby.com

@@SpektrumRCvideos Jes thank you very much

If you are running the stock radio, you will not see any difference. BUT if you have a Smart compatible tx, such as a DX5C, you will get loads of valuable data right on your screen, with and without smart battery.

@@SpektrumRCvideos Thanks. So If I buy a Spektrum radio (dx3/dx5) I would be able to easily pair that with the car? Are there any other things I need besides what comes with the controller to get all that data?

Yes you can

Hi Mikael, you likely need a firmware update on your DX5 Rugged and or the SR515.

@@SpektrumRCvideos Hi, first time I connected the DX5R with the USB programmer, the program show me that I dont need to upgrade. So I did not upgrade the transmitter. But after your answer, I tried again. This time I force it to new firmware. And yes now it works. Now I have all Smart telemetry in the DX5R. Is this a calculated way from the Spektrum company to let us customers spend even more money on Spektrum things😁

They sure do! You will even get most of the telemetry, just not the battery specific stuff like cell data, cycle count etc. But you will get input voltage :)

Oh, ok thanks!

Motor Poles are normally listed as a spec of the motor. Beyond that, on a in runner brushless motor, it is the number of magnets on the center stator. On a out runner it is normally the number of stators in the center BUT that can be different depending on the design of the motor SO your best bet is looking up the Spec or asking the manufacture of the motor you are using. Hope that helps!

No

@@SpektrumRCvideos oh ok thank you.. I've spent alot of money on Hitec equipment but they're staying behind I thought that hitec was going to be ahead of the game!.. I want to change to spectrum but I'll cost me more to make the switch!!

It really depends on how hard you push it. If you draw 160A continuous from a pair of 5000 mAh 14,8V lipo's (in series), the batteries are empty in just under 4 minutes. Barely anyone draws that much current continously. But fair enough, more headroom is always better.

I think if you are drawing 160A on 8S and want more power, then it makes more sense to push to higher voltage, not higher current. So IMHO a bigger problem is lack of support for >8S. I personally don't have anything operating in the region of >160A on 8S. I have a lot in the region of 120-160A on 10-14S.

Hi Adam, not sure what you mean? The DX5R/Pro is compatible with external spektrum sensors as well as what you get from a Smart setup.

@@SpektrumRCvideos I'll explain further in a few minutes. In currently on hold with your service center.

I guess the question is why did you buy a DX5C and not bind it to everything? No need to buy a remote that can store 20 models in that case. Unfortunately with the RC world and the electronics you have to make a choice. If you are a spektrum user then this makes sense for you but if you dont use spektrum (ie. Traxxas, Futaba, etc.) it doesn't. Personally, I like the smart batteries because a) they're good quality packs, b) i can program them with the 39 dollar smart checker and dont need a smart charger and c) aren't anymore expensive then non-smart packs from other brands. I am personally going to be putting a smart esc in my B44.3. I just bought a spektrum DX5C and got the new upgraded receiver on special for 154. I am planning on taking out the discontinued Mamba Monster Max Pro ESC but keep the Castle 3800kv (1410). Should be a good 3s setup for speed non dirt racing. I will dial it down to 2s for dirt racing. I am a spektrum guy and have been since getting into RC about 10-15yrs ago.

smart batteries only. You can use any battery but you wont get all the info.

Ev0ltion and that’s why the smart system is great! Awesome new tech with no boundaries

@@SpektrumRCvideos Well thats what im worried will happen here. But i wont say anything else than that before i get my hands on one of these systems to test it ;] Tho i have one question are the esc's made actually by hobbywing since these have something that looks like their patented switch and lets be onest very symilar case design?

Ev0ltion they were created in partnership with one of the leading esc manufactures ;)

Darryl Thompson We hope to have 6R update out in a month. Thank you for the suggestions, We are always looking to expand our line up. If a esc is shutting down mid run then likely it is thermalling. Not really hiding the motor, just nothing on website about it so no need to talk about it much. Hope that helps answer your questions! Thanks!

Thanks

Bigrig313 6R update coming soon!