Trackstar / Toro 150A Gen II with multi-function program box
04-11-2014 | 02:13 PM
#106
hi there,
I just have got myself a New Toro 150a S8, which looks a bit different, the software seems to be the same as the TS.
So far, I had two problems: I smoked the programming box (yep!), and I have problems to calibrate the transmitter. until now, I never had problems calibrating with different esc.
After downloading the software, it took a while until I got it running on the pc. Then, only a few features are shown on the software.
I was hoping tho get that solved with a new firmware, but with a smoked programming card...
One point I don't understand: why is there no setting for timing?
Nevertheless, here are some closer pics, overall-quality looks very good. I had a short run in my truggy, with a outrunner motor, very very smooth, great.
I just have got myself a New Toro 150a S8, which looks a bit different, the software seems to be the same as the TS.
So far, I had two problems: I smoked the programming box (yep!), and I have problems to calibrate the transmitter. until now, I never had problems calibrating with different esc.
After downloading the software, it took a while until I got it running on the pc. Then, only a few features are shown on the software.
I was hoping tho get that solved with a new firmware, but with a smoked programming card...
One point I don't understand: why is there no setting for timing?
Nevertheless, here are some closer pics, overall-quality looks very good. I had a short run in my truggy, with a outrunner motor, very very smooth, great.
http://www.skyrc.com/index.php?route...&product_id=51
04-12-2014 | 02:30 AM
#108
Tech Initiate
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 49
I progammed the esc with the prog box, before it smoked, it worked.
I hope I get a replacement.
As far as I can see, the software and the manual is the same as the ts.
I have ordered the bluetooth dongle and the PC interface as well.
the normal toro program box does not work.
funny thing is I haven't found much about the S8 in the internet.
ebay seller is goodgamex
Can anybody read the FETs?
Why is there no normal timing as with other ESCs, or am I wrong?
many thanks
florian
I hope I get a replacement.
As far as I can see, the software and the manual is the same as the ts.
I have ordered the bluetooth dongle and the PC interface as well.
the normal toro program box does not work.
funny thing is I haven't found much about the S8 in the internet.
ebay seller is goodgamex
Can anybody read the FETs?
Why is there no normal timing as with other ESCs, or am I wrong?
many thanks
florian
04-12-2014 | 03:30 PM
#109
Florian - I really don't think your esc is in the same family as the SkyRC TS ESC's. I seriously doubt the Bluetooth module is going to work. Sorry bud. There doesn't seem to be any online support for your esc.
04-19-2014 | 01:03 PM
#111
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I want to know if anyone has run a tenshock 812 motor with the TS150. I know the TS150 works with sensored and unsensored 4 pole motors just fine and it even runs 6 pole unsensored fine, but the tenshock 812 sensored 6 pole just blew out 2 TS150 sensor ports. I'm going to have skyrc and tenshock review this issue I'm just looking to see if anyone else has tried this motor.
04-22-2014 | 08:29 AM
#112
One download says it's for Windows 7 and the other Windows 8. FYI, I tried the Windows 7 software and it appears to work with Windows XP as well. Just wanted to let everyone know.
04-22-2014 | 09:20 AM
#113
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Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 49
Short feedback about some progress:
I was able to run the programming software more or less, sometimes it shows a bit of the functions, sometimes nothing at all, sometimes some funny things...
-pretty frustrated, I ordert the usb thingie and the bluetooth link.
-could not get the usb link working after some tries
-but surprise: the Bluetooth link worked after I linked it with my Huawei Ascent mobile phone, the app works great.
Hurray, I changed some settings, and it seems it worked! Curious if it still works next weekend...
In an other forum I have read that the Gen II ESC sometimes has problems to get connected.
Did not update the ESC, as I am afraid that I get new problems...
Man, some years ago we didn't even have some proportional breaks for 1:8, and now I can change settings with my mobile phone. crazy.
I got a replacement for the Programming Box, which seems to work. Did not try to connect to my olt t41 Thinkpad yet.
Still I have one question: why is there no setting for the timing?
I am into 1:8 brushless for some years now, and timing always has been an important feature. the normal 150a esc has of course timing settings. Thanks for some input.
florian
I was able to run the programming software more or less, sometimes it shows a bit of the functions, sometimes nothing at all, sometimes some funny things...
-pretty frustrated, I ordert the usb thingie and the bluetooth link.
-could not get the usb link working after some tries
-but surprise: the Bluetooth link worked after I linked it with my Huawei Ascent mobile phone, the app works great.
Hurray, I changed some settings, and it seems it worked! Curious if it still works next weekend...
In an other forum I have read that the Gen II ESC sometimes has problems to get connected.
Did not update the ESC, as I am afraid that I get new problems...
Man, some years ago we didn't even have some proportional breaks for 1:8, and now I can change settings with my mobile phone. crazy.
I got a replacement for the Programming Box, which seems to work. Did not try to connect to my olt t41 Thinkpad yet.
Still I have one question: why is there no setting for the timing?
I am into 1:8 brushless for some years now, and timing always has been an important feature. the normal 150a esc has of course timing settings. Thanks for some input.florian
05-14-2014 | 05:37 AM
#114
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Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 25
Havent connected it yet, but will keep you updated when I do
05-30-2014 | 09:03 PM
#115
Turnigy Trackstar 10th Scale Sensored Brushless Car ESC 120A 10th Scale
Turnigy Trackstar 10th Scale Sensored Brushless Car ESC 120A 10th Scale Sensored Brushless car ESC. I hear a lot about this off-road has anyone used this one yet on-road to give input. I have been told that on this ESC. You can install the HOBBYWING software and it operates like an ORION R10 120a. With the same braking force in blinky mode. You have to use the HOBBYWING box is all. I guess they use the HOBBYWING box because it has a lot more adjustments to it. If anyone can add or not to this.
05-30-2014 | 10:07 PM
#116
Turnigy Trackstar 10th Scale Sensored Brushless Car ESC 120A 10th Scale Sensored Brushless car ESC. I hear a lot about this off-road has anyone used this one yet on-road to give input. I have been told that on this ESC. You can install the HOBBYWING software and it operates like an ORION R10 120a. With the same braking force in blinky mode. You have to use the HOBBYWING box is all. I guess they use the HOBBYWING box because it has a lot more adjustments to it. If anyone can add or not to this.
06-19-2014 | 04:04 AM
#118
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Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 882
Hey guys I'm am a dealer with SkyRC and I will try to assist as much as I can with any issues as I can. I'm just getting up and running so I will be flying blind on somethings at first.
On the Toro competition esc's it looks like you will have to buy a module for each of the three ways to program the esc's. The programming box, the Bluetooth Module and the skylink PC interface module.
Programming Box
SK-300046-01
Bluetooth Module
SK-600058-01
Skylink Computer interface module
SK-600013-02
I will try to get a representative from SkyRC to participate here on rctech to help all of get us to speed on their products and any questions that we have.
Until then feel free to shoot me a pm on any question that you may have and I will do all that I can. If Skyrc does agree to have a rep or reps participate here on RCTech I will start up a new thread.
On the Toro competition esc's it looks like you will have to buy a module for each of the three ways to program the esc's. The programming box, the Bluetooth Module and the skylink PC interface module.
Programming Box
SK-300046-01
Bluetooth Module
SK-600058-01
Skylink Computer interface module
SK-600013-02
I will try to get a representative from SkyRC to participate here on rctech to help all of get us to speed on their products and any questions that we have.
Until then feel free to shoot me a pm on any question that you may have and I will do all that I can. If Skyrc does agree to have a rep or reps participate here on RCTech I will start up a new thread.
06-19-2014 | 08:00 AM
#119
Not compatible. SkyRC/Toro only works with SkyRC/Toro. TrackStar only works with TrackStar. They are not interchangable. You will need to use the TrackStar smart programming box to interface with a PC.
