DX5R DX5 Pro Launch Control Instructions

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DX5 Pro Launch Control Instructions

And Tuning Tips

Overview

Available on DX5R and DX5 Pro Transmitters with firmware version 2.02.05 or higher is the option to

setup a Launch Control. This mode allows the driver to control the duration of time it takes to reach

full throttle as well as adjusting points in the throttles curve to effectively ramp the throttle to the

user’s preference.

When the Launch Control Mode is used, the driver can press or hold the “Start” button or trimmer

for activation, once the Start button is released, the Transmitter will operate the throttle in a pre-

programmed throttle duration and curve. Applying different levels of throttle over the pre-

programmed time span. Used as a tuning aid in addition to motor, speed control and chassis

settings, Launch Control can help to give a decisive advantage off the starting line.

Please Note: No one setting is perfect for all chassis, power, and track conditions. Like any other

tuning aid. Please take your time to test and research how these settings can help you. Keep in

mind that as conditions change, the Launch control may need to be adjusted for maximum

effectiveness.

Setup Instructions

Launch Control consists of three screens:

a) The top-level switch selector screen

b) The curve and duration editor

c) The Launch Control status screen

A – Switch Selector B- Curve and Duration Editor C – Status Screen

The Launch Control Switch Selector Screen is accessed by selecting the Launch

Control Option in the Function List.

Summary of content (5 pages)

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DX5 Pro Launch Control Instructions And Tuning Tips Overview Available on DX5R and DX5 Pro Transmitters with firmware version 2.02.05 or higher is the option to setup a Launch Control. This mode allows the driver to control the duration of time it takes to reach full throttle as well as adjusting points in the throttles curve to effectively ramp the throttle to the user’s preference.
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DX5 Pro Launch Control Instructions And Tuning Tips Start Option “Start” is a pushbutton/trimmer that will be used to do the start and restart the Launch Control operation. There are two common ways to use the Start button/trimmer; (1) It can be used as your “hand brake”. Press and hold the assigned button/trimmer to disable the throttle channel, once the button is release, throttle will operate and output along the curve and duration you assign.
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DX5 Pro Launch Control Instructions And Tuning Tips Reset All Option “RESET ALL” causes the entire Launch Control system to be reset to default values, including all the sequencer fields. “NEXT” jumps to the curve and duration editor. Launch Control Curve and Duration Editing Screen The Curve and Duration editing screen displays the currently selected curve (noted in top left corner of graph) and the points that are defined in the curve.
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DX5 Pro Launch Control Instructions And Tuning Tips Launch Control Status Screen The Launch Control Status Screen shows the same graph as shown in the Curve and Duration editor but adds a line of text showing the status of the Launch Control operation. This shows “READY” or “RUNNING” or “Finished” depending upon the status. This screen is accessed by going to the main screen and scrolling down and then back up, as if you were scrolling thru telemetry display screens.
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DX5 Pro Launch Control Instructions And Tuning Tips Duration: longer duration makes the car ‘feel’ and run slower as it takes longer to transit the programmed curve. This is helpful on low traction surfaces like dusty parking lots and streets. Shorter duration is ideal for high traction surfaces to allow maximum acceleration. Low traction duration – 1.2-1.5s suggested High traction duration - .5-.