Novak Havoc
01-10-2011 | 02:10 AM
#196
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Please note that up-thread, I posted all of our CS information and suggest e-mailing tech support. If the problem is actually a defective esc, the solution may be something simple; if not, the technician will suggest returning the controller for replacement or exchange. Currently, all Havoc pros are replaced/exchanged with Havoc Pro SCs.
We have seen problems with the Havoc Pros related to transmitters used by customers and this may be one of them. Many times, using a better tx remedies the problem.
We have seen problems with the Havoc Pros related to transmitters used by customers and this may be one of them. Many times, using a better tx remedies the problem.
Cheers
03-03-2011 | 11:35 AM
#197
Timing Curve for Pro SC 13.5
I have Pro SC with a 13.5 that I am trying to get the most out of. I have a hunch that at low RPM the motor doesn't like a lot of timing, but likes more at top end. I also hate that when I had it tuned normally, meaning setting both timing settings to about 4, it had a point in the RPM where it seemed like a turbo button had been punched, instead of being linear and predictable. To solve this, on the motor endbell it has markings of 15-30-45 degrees, I have dialed it all the way back to just a bit past the 15, 13 i guess it would be set to, and turned up the dynamic timing to its full potential on both settings, cut-in RPM and total advance, and that made the power response nice and predictable with superior punch for squirting over doubles in my RC10 T4 at a 26-82 gearing. Temps is about 135 degrees, which is warmer than it was before, but still okay. Does anybody actually know what the timing advance curve in the speed control is? Linear? Exponential? Stepped? I want to make sure that I'm not over-timing it at any point in its RPM because that just makes heat and not power. kinda nit-picky and technical but if anybody knows I would appreciate it.
03-10-2011 | 11:17 AM
#199
Tech Rookie
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 17
From: Stevens Point
Just picked up the Havoc Pro SC with a 17.5 stock motor. My question is, can I run this speedo fanless? I only run stock class with the 17.5 no advanced timing on a 2s lipo. I run this in a 2wd SC10 SCT.
Thanks for any info.
Thanks for any info.
03-10-2011 | 11:28 AM
#200
Company Representative
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 2,891
From: SoCal
Pay attention to your temps and this should be OK.
03-10-2011 | 11:57 AM
#201
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 15,743
From: RIP 'Chopper', 4/18/13 miss you bud:(
You'll have no heat issues with a 17.5 and no boost
03-12-2011 | 01:46 PM
#203
Tech Regular
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 432
Hey guys Im just getting back into electric racing and I have a havok pro and pro sc. they have been flawless tell yesterday my pro started acting up, but anyway. I'm still in the world of brushes and diods. so could some one tell me what happens when the motor "cogs".
Thanks
Thanks
03-13-2011 | 11:17 AM
#204
Company Representative
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 2,891
From: SoCal
For assistance:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Many times the problem you are experiencing will have an easy fix and you will not need to return your product for service. Unless you include the info below, we may not be able to assist you by email. Please email [email protected] with your question, Our regular CS/Tech Support hours can be located here. Before emailing, take a moment to review the instructions (trouble-shooting guide) originally included with your Novak Item:
Novak Instruction Downloads
The more information you provide in your first email, the more quickly tech support can offer you assistance; without this information, diagnosing your problem is practically impossible.
Video: How to Clean Your BL Motor
[email protected]
[email protected]
Many times the problem you are experiencing will have an easy fix and you will not need to return your product for service. Unless you include the info below, we may not be able to assist you by email. Please email [email protected] with your question, Our regular CS/Tech Support hours can be located here. Before emailing, take a moment to review the instructions (trouble-shooting guide) originally included with your Novak Item:
Novak Instruction Downloads
Please make your initial email as detailed as possible. Include:
~ speed control (brand/model)
~ motor (brand/wind)
~ number/type of cells
~ battery, brand (c rating/capacity
~ rotor (old/new)
~ connectors used
~ servo (brand/model)
~ radio system (receiver/transmitter)
~ vehicle & gearing
~ warranty claim? Include serial numbers
~ lipo cut-off, on/off
~ any external modules (BEC/brand, Glitch Buster)
~ other important info: water damage, corrosive chemical sprays, excess heat, etc
~ speed control (brand/model)
~ motor (brand/wind)
~ number/type of cells
~ battery, brand (c rating/capacity
~ rotor (old/new)
~ connectors used
~ servo (brand/model)
~ radio system (receiver/transmitter)
~ vehicle & gearing
~ warranty claim? Include serial numbers
~ lipo cut-off, on/off
~ any external modules (BEC/brand, Glitch Buster)
~ other important info: water damage, corrosive chemical sprays, excess heat, etc
Video: How to Clean Your BL Motor
Hey guys Im just getting back into electric racing and I have a havok pro and pro sc. they have been flawless tell yesterday my pro started acting up, but anyway. I'm still in the world of brushes and diods. so could some one tell me what happens when the motor "cogs".
Thanks
Thanks
03-13-2011 | 04:06 PM
#205
I've been considering buying one of the Novak Havoc Spec Brushless ESC/SS Pro Brushless Motor Combo's (10.5T) from a main, but now im really worried that its just going to break... Can anyone tell me if the new stock all works fine?
03-13-2011 | 10:40 PM
#206
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 15,743
From: RIP 'Chopper', 4/18/13 miss you bud:(
You should have no problems with the updated combo's that come with the SS motor. I'm sure Novak fixed any issues by the time they paired them with the SS motor.
03-14-2011 | 09:45 AM
#207
Company Representative
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 2,891
From: SoCal
We have been selling this combo for a couple of years---it features our budget, Havoc 2S esc. These escs are all based on different esc designs. We discontinued the Havoc Pro last year and replaced it with our new (racing version) Havoc Pro SC---with new programming features and on-board timing adjustments.
03-15-2011 | 09:26 AM
#209
Company Representative
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 2,891
From: SoCal
07-18-2011 | 03:49 PM
#210
Just picked up a novak havoc pro ESC and 6.5 ballistic combo. I am having issues with it. It is acting like it has a bad sensor wire or motor sensor. I have tried different wires and different motors. The problem seems to follow the ESC. I have also used a different ESC with the provided motor and the motor runs fine. So as far as I can tell the issue is with the ESC.
Upon first programming the ESC. I had a hard timing doing the one button programming. It just didn't seem to program. I have to attempt at it several times. Eventually, it does program.
So once programmed. Sometimes the car moves, sometimes it doesn't. Sometime giving it a push start works, sometimes it doesn't. If I keep it moving, it is fine. But once it comes to a stop, it might not move again. Sometimes it cogs.
When you turn it on, the amber and red leds blink a few times. Then the blue, amber, and red leds stay solid. When you hit a little break, only the amber light stays on, red goes off, and blue goes dim. At full break, blue, amber, and red blinks. At partial throttle, red goes off, blue and amber stay on. At full throttle, blue, amber, and green go solid. After a few seconds, blue and green blink and amber stays solid. After a few seconds of holding full throttle, amber and red blink. Then it cycles the previous full throttle leds.
I'm new to novak ESC's. I'm trying to give as much info and be as specific as possible. Any help would be great.
Also, when it does work, it has no where near the power of my other ESC's. Tekin RS and LRP SPX. Both were set to have no timing.
Upon first programming the ESC. I had a hard timing doing the one button programming. It just didn't seem to program. I have to attempt at it several times. Eventually, it does program.
So once programmed. Sometimes the car moves, sometimes it doesn't. Sometime giving it a push start works, sometimes it doesn't. If I keep it moving, it is fine. But once it comes to a stop, it might not move again. Sometimes it cogs.
When you turn it on, the amber and red leds blink a few times. Then the blue, amber, and red leds stay solid. When you hit a little break, only the amber light stays on, red goes off, and blue goes dim. At full break, blue, amber, and red blinks. At partial throttle, red goes off, blue and amber stay on. At full throttle, blue, amber, and green go solid. After a few seconds, blue and green blink and amber stays solid. After a few seconds of holding full throttle, amber and red blink. Then it cycles the previous full throttle leds.
I'm new to novak ESC's. I'm trying to give as much info and be as specific as possible. Any help would be great.
Also, when it does work, it has no where near the power of my other ESC's. Tekin RS and LRP SPX. Both were set to have no timing.
I'm having 100% the exact same problem with my one day old havoc pro sc and 4.5T combo (mike truhe edition). Did you ever get it figured out?