How do you use Castle Link?
Michael Hansen Castle Link contains a proprietary interface adapter and standard USB cable with micro-B port.
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Set-up instructions:
- Download the interface software from our Software area.
- Plug the Castle Link into the receiver lead on your controller and attach the micro USB cable included in the kit.
- Connect the USB cable to your PC.
Can I use Castle Link on my phone?
With the Castle Link, you can use your Windows™ PC, Apple iPhone™, or Android phone to easily program your controller. Adjustable settings include: Throttle. Braking curve.
What is a Castle Link?
The Castle Link™ app enables users to wirelessly program settings and update firmware on any current Castle Creations ESC, many older models and the BEC 2.0/BEC Pro using the waterproof Castle B•LINK Bluetooth® adapter. You can quickly alter parameters and fine-tune adjustments anytime, anywhere.
What is Castle Link Live?
Castle Link Live is a bidirectional communication protocol that gives the ESC the ability to transmit real-time telemetry feedback over the standard receiver cable.
What does the Castle B Link do?
The B-Link Bluetooth Adapter enables users to wirelessly program settings and view and download data logs on current Castle Creations ESCs, many older models and the BEC 2.0/BEC Pro on Apple iOS devices and now Android devices!
Castle Link Install and Walkthrough
What is Castle Creations cheat mode?
CHEAT MODE, Castle's High Energy Advanced Timing allows users to electronically advance their sensored motor's timing to extreme settings. This can often yield just that extra bit of power needed to win the race. Be careful – there's never a free lunch, extra power comes with extra motor heat!
Does Castle link work with Mac?
Macintosh users may take advantage of software such as Parallels Desktop, VMware Fusion, or Apple's Boot Camp along with Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows10 to run the Castle Link software, provided the Macintosh has an Intel processor. Macintosh installation is not supported by Castle Creations.
How do I program my electronic speed control?
Manual ESC-by-ESC Calibration
- Plug one of your ESC three-wire cables into the throttle channel of the RC receiver. ...
- Turn on the transmitter and set throttle stick to maximum (full up).
- Connect the LiPo battery.
- You will hear a musical tone then two beeps.
- After the two beeps, lower the throttle stick to full down.
What does a ESC program card do?
RE: what does ESC programming card do? Its an easier way to program the speed controls adjustments. Like drag brake, reverse power, or Lipo cutoff voltage. You do not need a different radio.
Are ESC program cards Universal?
Usually the answer is no you can't. Now some ESCs with different names may or may not be made by the same manufacturere and may or may not be programmed the same.
Why is my castle ESC blinking red?
Next, the ESC will rapidly blink the red LED and the motor will beep continuously. At this point, the full throttle endpoint has been set within the ESC and now it's looking for the full brake endpoint (red LED blinking).
Why is my castle ESC beeping?
All Castle ESCs will sound a single beep every 20 seconds to remind the user that the controller is connected to a battery and drawing power. Leaving a controller connected to a battery for extended periods will likely damage the battery.
How do I connect my xlx2 to my receiver?
Plug the RX wire into the throttle (#2) channel on your receiver. The AUX wire allows you to adjust a setting “on-the-fly” using an auxiliary channel on your receiver. The AUX wire function is disabled by default and is programmable via Castle Link. Plug this wire into the auxiliary (#3/#4) channel on your receiver.
Why is my castle ESC blinking green?
Flashing green means no signal, or the esc is not calibrated. Make sure you don't have the esc plugged into the wrong port on the receiver, or have it plugged in backward at the receiver.
What is ESC calibration?
Calibrating an ESC involves teaching the ESC what range of throttle inputs it should respond to. It needs to know what PWM value on the throttle channel corresponds with the commanding the motor to be off, and what PWM value corresponds with full throttle.
What is Castle smart sense?
SMARTSENSE™ is enabled by default in the Castle programming suite, and will use the motor's sensors to provide smooth starts, excellent torque, and low-speed driveability. Once the motor is turning, it seamlessly transitions to Castle's ULTRA-EFFICIENT sensorless mode with ELECTRONIC TIMING.
