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  • JohnZ
    Senior Member
    • May 2010
    • 254

    #1

    Swordfish ESC problems

    I can't get mine to arm when using a Hitec Agressor 3 FM. I've tried different trim setting on the throttle channel of the transmitter but can't seem to get the proper response. I also used the programing card to double check the settings but still can't get the esc to arm. I was able to arm it and get it to function with a Hitec Fm air radio so I know there isn't a problem with the esc.
    What am I missing here?
  • Diesel6401
    Memento Vivere
    • Oct 2009
    • 4204

    #2
    Did you do the throttle range set-up? Did you try using the reversing switch for the throttle.
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    • electric
      Fast Electric Addict!
      • May 2008
      • 1744

      #3
      I vote the reversing throttle switch as stated above. I was going crazy with that same ESC and then "click" to reverse and all was well...

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      • sailr
        Fast Electric Addict!
        • Nov 2007
        • 6927

        #4
        If all else fails, maybe you need a pistix. ??
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        • JohnZ
          Senior Member
          • May 2010
          • 254

          #5
          I try reversing the throttle.
          Don't know why I would need a Pistix.?

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          • drwayne
            Fast Electric Addict!
            • May 2008
            • 2981

            #6
            the 240hv needs more than 55% between wot and center off
            set wot endpoint +10%.. and try again.
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            • sailr
              Fast Electric Addict!
              • Nov 2007
              • 6927

              #7
              pistix changes the throttle range timing. Has nothing to do with reversing. If your radio allows you to set the end point adjustment, increase it for WOT.

              Originally posted by JohnZ
              I try reversing the throttle.
              Don't know why I would need a Pistix.?
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              • Steven Vaccaro
                Administrator
                • Apr 2007
                • 8723

                #8
                you shouldnt need a pistix. When did you get the esc? There was a firmware change that was done to address a problem like this on the first batch.
                Steven Vaccaro

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                • JohnZ
                  Senior Member
                  • May 2010
                  • 254

                  #9
                  Steve I just bought it May 1st. What do I need to make the firmware change?

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