User manual Dominus 10SC V2

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Programming your ESC:
The Radient Reaktor is a programmable ESC. Although the default settings should work well for most users, these settings exist so
that you can fine tune the performance of your ESC to your experience and components. It’s various programmable parameters can
be adjusted either by interfacing with the ESC directly button presses and counting LED flashes, or via the optional Reaktor Program
Box (RDNA0031) which includes a digital readout of the settings for easier interpretation and faster setup. There are 6 program-
mable items for your consideration, below are descriptions of each Item and following is the table and programming instructions for
choosing your settings should you choose to change from default (highlighted in BOLD text).
NOTE: The most important of these settings is the Low Voltage Cut-Off Threshold (Item 3). Please
read the description and usage scenarios below to better understand how to use this feature.
Item 1: Running Mode:
1. Forward/Brake: This setting is considered as “Race” mode where the reverse function is disabled.
2. Forward/Reverse-Brake: This setting is useful for normal operation since it allows for using reverse throttle to back out of a
stuck situation.
a. WARNING: switching from REVERSE to FORWARD throttle position quickly will cause excess load on the electronics
and drivetrain of your vehcile. It is recommended to come to a stop before changing REVERSE/FORWARD direction.
Item 2: Drag Brake Force (Automatic Brake):
1. 0%: This setting allows the vehicle to continue to roll after letting off throttle without applying automatic-brake
2. 5%: Adding some drag brake will make the vehicle a little easier to control, especially when driving on a closed circuit type
course, helping you to slow down and make turns easeir.
3. 10%: Add more until you find the right balance of assistance with slowing down while still being able to maintain good corner
speed without upsetting the vehicle.
4. 15%
5. 20%
6. 25%
7. 30%
8. 40%
Item 3: Low Voltage Cut-Off (LVC) Threshold:
The Reaktor ESC has 6 built in LVC options. It is essential that you use the proper LVC setting for the type of battery that your are
useing to achieve the optimal performance and safest operation from your ESC/Motor/Battery. This setting should be chosen based
on the number and type of cells you are using. For LiPo batteries we recommend setting LVC to #5, using a setting lower than this
may cause over discharge of some batteries and cause damage to your battery, which could lead to a fire.
1. No Protection: ONLY to be used with NiMH or NiCd type batteries. Since your vehicle comes equipped with an 8 cell NiMH bat-
tery, we have set this mode as the default. The ESC will run as long as possible, draining all possible energy from the batteries
and evenutally your vehicle will cease to function poperly.
a. When you notice the operation of your vehicle change, it is time to STOP running and re-charge your battery.
b. If you are running your vehicle and notice a sudden decrease in power, your ESC has detected battery voltage that is lower
than what should be safely run without causing damage to your battery or electronic equipment. If you are using NiMH bat-
teries while this happens and you have only been running for a very short time, it is very likely that you are mistakenly using
one of the below LVC modes.
2. 2.6V/Cell: This setting will cause the ESC to enter LVC protection mode when the battery voltage is calculated at the selected
voltage or less for more than 2 seconds. Since the setting is “per cell” this means that if you are running a 2 cell battery, the
voltage protection will activate relative to 2 x 2.6V = 5.2V. This setting is primarily for use with LiFe type batteries as the lower
end of LVC settings. DO NOT USE THIS SETTING WITH LIPO BATTERIES.
3. 2.8V/Cell: This setting would be the starting point for using LiFe type batteries and is not recommended for LiPo batteries.
4. 3.0V/Cell: This setting is only recommended for use with extremely high quality and highly durable LiPo batteries suitable for
competition racing. Using a setting this low with a LiPo battery may cause excessive “wear and tear” on your batteries, shorten-
ing their lifespan.
5. 3.2V/Cell: This setting is recommended as the default for running average grade LiPo batteries. If your batteries are relatively old
it is recommended to use setting 6 instead.
6. 3.4V/Cell: This setting can be used with any LiPo battery and will provide the “safest” discharge level for your batteries however
some lower quality batteries do not sustain their voltage under heavy load and will cause premature LVC activation. Starting
here is a good choice if you are unsure or just want to be extra cautious.
Item 4: Start Mode/Punch (Higher value is more aggressive):
The Reaktor ESC has 4 “punch” profiles that allow you to tune the initial power output of the ESC to suit your driving, vehicle, and