FLYCOLOR X-Cross 2 Series Multi Rotor Brushless ESC User Manual
- August 26, 2024
- FlyColor
Table of Contents
FLYCOLOR X-Cross 2 Series Multi Rotor Brushless ESC
Product Usage Instructions
Main Features
- Multishot (5-25us) technology for automatic detection of the input signal
- Supports Dshot and Proshot signals
- Suitable for high-power load and aggressive flight maneuvers
- Telemetry support for monitoring temperature, voltage, current, and speed (additional TX port connection required)
- Does not support Smart Port data retrieval
FAQ
- Q: Can I use LiPo batteries other than the specified range?
- A : It is recommended to use LiPo batteries within the specified 3-6S range to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Q: How do I know if the ESC is receiving the input signal correctly?
- A: The ESC will automatically detect the input signal upon power-up, and you can verify the connection using the telemetry data provided.
Thank you for using our product. Any Improper operation may cause personal injury or damage to the product and related equipment. This high-power system for RC models can be dangerous,we strongly recommend reading the user manual carefully and completely. We will not assume any responsibility for any losses caused by unauthorized modifications to our product. We have the right to change the design, appearance, performance, and usage requirements of the product unannounced
Main features
- ARM 32-bit Cortex-M4 MCU, frequency up to 150 MHZ, 57% higher than the previous generation of MCU.
- PWM frequency up to 128k, high frequency for higher throttle makes running smoother.
- the ESC firmware is optimized, making the throttle linearity smoother and the response faster.
- The built-in current sensor has better routing and component layout.
- Multiple protections, support user-defined settings and meet the needs of multiple scenarios.
- Supports regular 1-2ms pulse width input, as well as Oneshot125 (125-250us), Oneshot42 (41.7-83.3us), and Multishot (5- 25us). The input signal is automatically detected by the ESC upon power-up.
- All Dshot and Proshot signals are supported.
- Supports higher power load, more suitable for violent flight of racing drone.
- Supports telemetry, and delivers digital data such as temperature, voltage, current, speed, etc(It’s necessary to connect the TX port on the PCB additionally).
- Do not support Smart Port data retrieval.
Specifications
Firmware: Flycolor_415_Tst (Engineering Sample Test Version)； Using test version of BL-32 configurator for programming.
Wiring diagram
Please ensure all solder joints are insulated with heat shrinkage where necessary.
Programming parameter
The programming parameters below can be accessed from the configuration software (BLHeliSuite32):
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Rampup power : Rampup power can be set to relative values from 3% to 150%. This is the maximum power that is allowed when ramping up at low rpms and during startup. For low rpms, the maximum power to the motor is limited, in order to facilitate detection of low BEMF voltages. Ramp-up power also affects bidirectional operation, as the parameter is used to limit the power applied during direction reversal. During startup, the actual applied power depends on throttle input and can be lower than the maximum level set by the rampup power parameter, but the minimum level is a quarter of the maximum level.
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Motor timing: Motor timing can be set between approximately 1° and approximately 31° in approximately 1° increments (actual accurate values here are 15/16ths of a degree). Typically a medium setting will work fine, but if the motor stutters it can be beneficial to increase timing. Some motors with high inductance can have a very long commutation demagnetization time. This can result in a motor stop or stutter upon quick throttle increase, particularly when running at a low rpm. Setting timing to high will allow more time for demagnetization, and often helps. Motor timing can also be set to Auto.
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PWM frequency: Motor PWM frequency can be programmed in a range. Support variable PWM frequency where the PWM frequency is controlled by motor RPM.
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Low frequency for low throttle gives good active braking where it is most needed. -High frequency for higher throttle makes running smoother
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Demag compensation: It is a feature to protect from motor stalls caused by long winding demagnetization time after commutation. The typical symptom is motor stop or stutter upon quick throttle increase, particularly when running at a low rpm. As mentioned above, setting high commutation timing normally helps, but at the cost of efficiency. Generally, a higher value of the compensation parameter gives better protection. If demag compensation is set too high, maximum power can be somewhat reduced.
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Sine Modulation Mode:
Sine modulation mode can give a few percent more efficient running &smoother running. Note: if sine mode is chosen, then variable PWM frequency is disabled. -
Maximum Acceleration : Maximum acceleration can be set between 0.1%/ms and 25.5%/ms. It can also be set to maximum, in which case acceleration is not limited. Limiting acceleration is primarily intended as a backup parameter that can be used in cases where too-hard acceleration gives desyncs. When setting to e. g. 10%/ms, it means that the power applied to the motor is not allowed to increase by more than 10% per millisecond.
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Motor Direction : Motor direction can be set to fwd/rev/bidirectional 3D/bidirectional 3D rev/bidirectional soft and bidirectional soft rev. In bidirectional mode, the center throttle is zero above is fwd rotation and below is reverse rotation. When bidirectional operation is selected, throttle calibration is disabled.
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Startup Beep Volume: Sets the volume of beeps during powerup.
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Beacon/Signal Volume:
Sets the volume of beeps when beeping beacon beeps. The ESC will start beeping beacon beeps if the throttle signal has been zero for a given time. Note that setting a high beacon strength can cause hot motors or ESCs! -
Beacon delay: Beacon delay sets the delay before the beacon beeping starts.
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Throttle Cal Enable:
If disabled, throttle calibration is disabled. -
Min throttle, max throttle, and center throttle:
These settings set the throttle range of the ESC. Center throttle is only used for bidirectional operation. The values given for these settings are for a normal 1000us to 2000us input signal, and for the other input signals, the values must be scaled. For the Dshot input signal, these settings have no effect. -
Temperature protection:
Temperature protection can be enabled or disabled. And the temperature threshold can be programmed The programmable threshold is primarily meant as a support for hardware manufacturers to use, as different hardware can have different tolerances on the max temperatures of the various components used. -
Low RPM power protection:
Power limiting for low RPMs can be enabled, disabled, or adaptive. Disabling it can be necessary in order to achieve full power on some low kV motors running on a low supply voltage. However, disabling it increases the risk of sync loss, with the possibility of toasting motor or ESC. -
Low Voltage Protection:
Low voltage protection can be set between 2.5V and 4.0V per lipo cell. Or it can be disabled. When enabled, it will limit the power applied to the motor if the battery voltage drops below the programmed threshold. This feature is primarily intended for fixed wing crafts. -
Current Protection: Current protection can be enabled to limit current. If enabled, then current will be limited to maximum the programmed value.
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Brake on stop: Brake on stop can be set between 1% and 100%, or disabled. When not disabled, the brake will be applied when the throttle is zero. For nonzero throttle, this setting has no effect.
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Auto Telemetry: When it is enabled, the ESC will autonomously output telemetry at 32ms intervals, regardless of whether or not there are telemetry requests from the input signal.
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LED Control : LEDs can be controlled on ESCs that support it.
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Stall protection: It can be set to normal or relaxed. Relaxed increases the risk of damage to ESC or motor but can recover faster when props hit obstacles.
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Non-Damped Mode： Damped light mode is implemented by doing regenerative braking, and inherently active freewheeling is also implemented. Then losses due to braking are counteracted by the reduced losses of active freewheeling. OFF- Damped light is available； ON- No Damped light。
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S.BUS : If a valid S.BUS channel (0 to 16) is selected, then the input signal will be interpreted as S.BUS.
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S.PORT: This series ESC does not support smart ports.
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Music Note Config: Set up personalized music.
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Current Sense Calibration: By setting this parameter, the deviation of the current detection value can be adjusted.
Beeps-Normal operation
Beeps – Throttle calibration
- Throttle calibration will be simpler if using the Flight Controller Configurator.
- When the input signal is Dshot, throttle calibration is disabled, and the throttle calibration values are ignored.
Attention
- ESC will automatically detect the input throttle signals every time as soon as it is powered on, and then execute the corresponding signal-receiving mode.
- Users need to calibrate the throttle range when starting to use a new ESC or another transmitter. When the input signal is Dshot, throttle calibration is disabled.
- It is suggested to keep the ground wire in the original signal wire connecting well.
- Please don’t flash any other firmware to avoid damaging.
- When some abnormality occurs in ESC driving the motor or needs the motor to reach a higher RPM, the user can try to change the timing.
- Observe polarity at all times. Double-check before applying power.
- Power off before unplugging, plugging in, or making any connections.
- Please do not exceed the current & voltage range.
- All welding requires good welding technology, short circuits between the element or the wire should be avoided at any time.
- Please ensure that all wires and connecting parts are well insulated to avoid product damage due to short circuit.
- Never use this product in harsh environments such as humidity, high temperature, and so on to avoid product damage.
- Please contact sales or technical support for more information.