Ko BMC Speedo
11-14-2009, 03:00 PM
#796
Hi.
I'm interested of this ESC to replace my old LRP one. I drive only TC Mod with Lipos.
Is the ICS setting box released allready? Or is it only possible to tune this ESC with PC ICS USB set (or old cable with serial port)?
There was a setting box for the old brushed esc, which doesn't work with the BL one.
I found one ICS Multi Setting Adapter (KO-61006) on sale, but I think it is for the old brushed one.
Also I'm wondering how to update Orion V1.0 version in the Europe, because there are a lot of new v1.0 ESCs on the market with low price. Very tempting to buy one...
I'm interested of this ESC to replace my old LRP one. I drive only TC Mod with Lipos.
Is the ICS setting box released allready? Or is it only possible to tune this ESC with PC ICS USB set (or old cable with serial port)?
There was a setting box for the old brushed esc, which doesn't work with the BL one.
I found one ICS Multi Setting Adapter (KO-61006) on sale, but I think it is for the old brushed one.
Also I'm wondering how to update Orion V1.0 version in the Europe, because there are a lot of new v1.0 ESCs on the market with low price. Very tempting to buy one...
11-15-2009, 07:20 PM
#798
I am so frustrated with this speed control.
I bought this KO BMC Ver1.5 three months ago. Since I am run mostly TC modify brushless 4T and stock 11.5T, and I don’t want to risk any chance of overheating the system, so I ordered the heat sink, fan, and the ICS, and I waited 2 months for the heat sink and fan, but not the ICS. Fortunately, last week, a friend of mine was going to Japan, so I ask him to buy me the ICS.
On last Sat night, finally, with everything on hand, I tried it with my newly built Xray T3 with a LRP X12 and it was fine. After 2 runs, I started playing with the ICS, I changed some setting in the sliders looking for more punch, throttle step 1-8, I increased/raise each of them by 5. After another run I increased the setting in the natural brake.
Then I had a run with my other TC (T2 009 / LRP SXX TC Spec / Profile 6). Done that and came back and continue working on my BMC and wanted to increase the natural brake. I connected the BMC with the adaptor, and connect the USB to my laptop, start the software (BMC Manager for stock motor), and then turn on the BMC. There comes a high frequency noise and then I smell burn. I instantly turn off the BMC and I thought I must have damaged the motor. I really don’t know what I did wrong in the connection.
But NO~! I found out it was the BMC that burned. Now, both the LED light on the switch and the fan are still working. The steering servo is still working, but no throttle. I tried setup the BMC twice but still no throttle but the LED was working properly.
I waited 3 months for all the accessories and on the first day, it failed on me~! Anyway, knowing that chances are minimal, I still hope there is MAGIC that I can try to fix it so I can use the advance timing on the BMC for the STOCK race on Wed night? Or I must send it back to KO Japan for repair? Will they take care of it?
P.S. I know that advanced timing for modify is limited to 2. I never increase the advanced timing, it was set at ZERO for the whole night.
I bought this KO BMC Ver1.5 three months ago. Since I am run mostly TC modify brushless 4T and stock 11.5T, and I don’t want to risk any chance of overheating the system, so I ordered the heat sink, fan, and the ICS, and I waited 2 months for the heat sink and fan, but not the ICS. Fortunately, last week, a friend of mine was going to Japan, so I ask him to buy me the ICS.
On last Sat night, finally, with everything on hand, I tried it with my newly built Xray T3 with a LRP X12 and it was fine. After 2 runs, I started playing with the ICS, I changed some setting in the sliders looking for more punch, throttle step 1-8, I increased/raise each of them by 5. After another run I increased the setting in the natural brake.
Then I had a run with my other TC (T2 009 / LRP SXX TC Spec / Profile 6). Done that and came back and continue working on my BMC and wanted to increase the natural brake. I connected the BMC with the adaptor, and connect the USB to my laptop, start the software (BMC Manager for stock motor), and then turn on the BMC. There comes a high frequency noise and then I smell burn. I instantly turn off the BMC and I thought I must have damaged the motor. I really don’t know what I did wrong in the connection.
But NO~! I found out it was the BMC that burned. Now, both the LED light on the switch and the fan are still working. The steering servo is still working, but no throttle. I tried setup the BMC twice but still no throttle but the LED was working properly.
I waited 3 months for all the accessories and on the first day, it failed on me~! Anyway, knowing that chances are minimal, I still hope there is MAGIC that I can try to fix it so I can use the advance timing on the BMC for the STOCK race on Wed night? Or I must send it back to KO Japan for repair? Will they take care of it?
P.S. I know that advanced timing for modify is limited to 2. I never increase the advanced timing, it was set at ZERO for the whole night.
11-17-2009, 11:17 AM
#800
I am so frustrated with this speed control.
I bought this KO BMC Ver1.5 three months ago. Since I am run mostly TC modify brushless 4T and stock 11.5T, and I don’t want to risk any chance of overheating the system, so I ordered the heat sink, fan, and the ICS, and I waited 2 months for the heat sink and fan, but not the ICS. Fortunately, last week, a friend of mine was going to Japan, so I ask him to buy me the ICS.
On last Sat night, finally, with everything on hand, I tried it with my newly built Xray T3 with a LRP X12 and it was fine. After 2 runs, I started playing with the ICS, I changed some setting in the sliders looking for more punch, throttle step 1-8, I increased/raise each of them by 5. After another run I increased the setting in the natural brake.
Then I had a run with my other TC (T2 009 / LRP SXX TC Spec / Profile 6). Done that and came back and continue working on my BMC and wanted to increase the natural brake. I connected the BMC with the adaptor, and connect the USB to my laptop, start the software (BMC Manager for stock motor), and then turn on the BMC. There comes a high frequency noise and then I smell burn. I instantly turn off the BMC and I thought I must have damaged the motor. I really don’t know what I did wrong in the connection.
But NO~! I found out it was the BMC that burned. Now, both the LED light on the switch and the fan are still working. The steering servo is still working, but no throttle. I tried setup the BMC twice but still no throttle but the LED was working properly.
I waited 3 months for all the accessories and on the first day, it failed on me~! Anyway, knowing that chances are minimal, I still hope there is MAGIC that I can try to fix it so I can use the advance timing on the BMC for the STOCK race on Wed night? Or I must send it back to KO Japan for repair? Will they take care of it?
P.S. I know that advanced timing for modify is limited to 2. I never increase the advanced timing, it was set at ZERO for the whole night.
I bought this KO BMC Ver1.5 three months ago. Since I am run mostly TC modify brushless 4T and stock 11.5T, and I don’t want to risk any chance of overheating the system, so I ordered the heat sink, fan, and the ICS, and I waited 2 months for the heat sink and fan, but not the ICS. Fortunately, last week, a friend of mine was going to Japan, so I ask him to buy me the ICS.
On last Sat night, finally, with everything on hand, I tried it with my newly built Xray T3 with a LRP X12 and it was fine. After 2 runs, I started playing with the ICS, I changed some setting in the sliders looking for more punch, throttle step 1-8, I increased/raise each of them by 5. After another run I increased the setting in the natural brake.
Then I had a run with my other TC (T2 009 / LRP SXX TC Spec / Profile 6). Done that and came back and continue working on my BMC and wanted to increase the natural brake. I connected the BMC with the adaptor, and connect the USB to my laptop, start the software (BMC Manager for stock motor), and then turn on the BMC. There comes a high frequency noise and then I smell burn. I instantly turn off the BMC and I thought I must have damaged the motor. I really don’t know what I did wrong in the connection.
But NO~! I found out it was the BMC that burned. Now, both the LED light on the switch and the fan are still working. The steering servo is still working, but no throttle. I tried setup the BMC twice but still no throttle but the LED was working properly.
I waited 3 months for all the accessories and on the first day, it failed on me~! Anyway, knowing that chances are minimal, I still hope there is MAGIC that I can try to fix it so I can use the advance timing on the BMC for the STOCK race on Wed night? Or I must send it back to KO Japan for repair? Will they take care of it?
P.S. I know that advanced timing for modify is limited to 2. I never increase the advanced timing, it was set at ZERO for the whole night.
11-17-2009, 05:56 PM
#802
1. BMC to the adaptor (USB)
2. adaptor (USB) to the computer
3. start the software on my laptop
4. connect the Lipo battery and turn on the BMC
Don't get me wrong, I love this speedo, it has a lot of punch and feel very smooth. The advance timing definitely helps in stock racing. I am just frustrated with it because I can't use it for the stock race tonight. I have to use my LRP SXX TC SPEC tonight and I expect to be the slowest in the straight way. SIGH~!
11-17-2009, 07:30 PM
#803
I did it the same way as I did before, I turn on the BMC after I made all the connection.
1. BMC to the adaptor (USB)
2. adaptor (USB) to the computer
3. start the software on my laptop
4. connect the Lipo battery and turn on the BMC
Don't get me wrong, I love this speedo, it has a lot of punch and feel very smooth. The advance timing definitely helps in stock racing. I am just frustrated with it because I can't use it for the stock race tonight. I have to use my LRP SXX TC SPEC tonight and I expect to be the slowest in the straight way. SIGH~!
1. BMC to the adaptor (USB)
2. adaptor (USB) to the computer
3. start the software on my laptop
4. connect the Lipo battery and turn on the BMC
Don't get me wrong, I love this speedo, it has a lot of punch and feel very smooth. The advance timing definitely helps in stock racing. I am just frustrated with it because I can't use it for the stock race tonight. I have to use my LRP SXX TC SPEC tonight and I expect to be the slowest in the straight way. SIGH~!
11-17-2009, 07:42 PM
#804
11-17-2009, 10:17 PM
#805
I was using my friend's laptop, he said it is a USB 2.0. But when I connect the USB, there is no LED signal on the switch. That's why I connect the LIPO battery and switched on the BMC......
Anyway, I sent it in to KO Japan already, hope it will come back sooner~! Thanks all.
Anyway, I sent it in to KO Japan already, hope it will come back sooner~! Thanks all.
11-18-2009, 06:10 AM
#806
Alan,
I don't understand if all the connections are correct, it should not burn even though you connect it to the lipo as I did it before and it turns out to be ok. Perhaps wrong connection between the esc 3wires to the ICS?
Anyway, if you have sent it to KO Japan ur in good hands. I dealt with KO Japan for the past few months 3 times (KO BMC, Brushed ESC, 2.4 module up grades and repairs) all are dealt speedily and professionally. Hence, KO is my most preferred brand. If your BMC is v1.0, make sure upgrade it to v1.5!
We're using KO BMC v1.5 for stock motor and it's definitely the best ESC around (provided if you know how to play with the setting!) and SXX with MOD motors. Perhaps you could consider the options.
Gd luck
I don't understand if all the connections are correct, it should not burn even though you connect it to the lipo as I did it before and it turns out to be ok. Perhaps wrong connection between the esc 3wires to the ICS?
Anyway, if you have sent it to KO Japan ur in good hands. I dealt with KO Japan for the past few months 3 times (KO BMC, Brushed ESC, 2.4 module up grades and repairs) all are dealt speedily and professionally. Hence, KO is my most preferred brand. If your BMC is v1.0, make sure upgrade it to v1.5!
We're using KO BMC v1.5 for stock motor and it's definitely the best ESC around (provided if you know how to play with the setting!) and SXX with MOD motors. Perhaps you could consider the options.
Gd luck
11-18-2009, 09:23 PM
#807
Tech Master
Any suggestions for TC 17.5 rubber using a DUO motor? Getting killed by the new Tekin software on the stretch. Running a 4.0 FDR currently. Some people said to use 3.5, but what I had to do in 13.5 was gear down from a 4.8 to 5.5 to stay below 160F. Does the same apply to 17.5? Need to prove a point to the guys telling me "just move over to Tekin and you can keep up with us"
11-18-2009, 09:58 PM
#808
Any suggestions for TC 17.5 rubber using a DUO motor? Getting killed by the new Tekin software on the stretch. Running a 4.0 FDR currently. Some people said to use 3.5, but what I had to do in 13.5 was gear down from a 4.8 to 5.5 to stay below 160F. Does the same apply to 17.5? Need to prove a point to the guys telling me "just move over to Tekin and you can keep up with us"
11-19-2009, 09:40 AM
#809
Any suggestions for TC 17.5 rubber using a DUO motor? Getting killed by the new Tekin software on the stretch. Running a 4.0 FDR currently. Some people said to use 3.5, but what I had to do in 13.5 was gear down from a 4.8 to 5.5 to stay below 160F. Does the same apply to 17.5? Need to prove a point to the guys telling me "just move over to Tekin and you can keep up with us"
trying timing 5 on the BMC, FDR of 3.7 (if you're scared to use 3.5) and use the middle timing hole. if you like those settings.. try FDR of 3.5 and timing 6.
11-19-2009, 10:02 AM
#810
Any suggestions for TC 17.5 rubber using a DUO motor? Getting killed by the new Tekin software on the stretch. Running a 4.0 FDR currently. Some people said to use 3.5, but what I had to do in 13.5 was gear down from a 4.8 to 5.5 to stay below 160F. Does the same apply to 17.5? Need to prove a point to the guys telling me "just move over to Tekin and you can keep up with us"