CASTLE Mamba Monster X User manual

GETTING STARTED
1. Solder a high quality battery connector to the ESC (see Driver’s Ed Guide
“Connectors and Power Wiring” ).
2. Mount the ESC and motor into the vehicle.
3. Connect motor to the ESC (see Driver’s Ed Guide, “Motor Wiring” ).
4. Plug the RX wire and AUX wire in (see RECEIVER CONNECTION section on the
opposite side).
5. Calibrate your ESC to your radio. (See Driver’s Ed Guide, “How to Calibrate the
ESC” ).
YOU ARE NOW READY TO GO!
Revised 07/2017 Copyright 2017 © Castle Creations, Inc. P/N:095-0313-02
ABOUT THE MAMBA MONSTER X
Motors
Please note that while the Mamba Monster X is capable of handling incredible
amounts of power, your motor must also be up for the task. Always run your
motor within the manufacturer’s specs. Monitor motor, battery, and controller
temps carefully and never let the motor get above 180oF. Excessive heat in the
motor can damage the motor, the Mamba Monster X, and your batteries.
Gearing
Always start with stock gearing. If you wish to change the gearing, motor, or
battery, you must check your motor temperature frequently on the first run. If the
motor gets too hot, reduce the pinion size, increase the spur size, or reduce the
pack voltage.
Programming
The Mamba Monster X is programmable via your transmitter, Windows® based PC
and a Castle Link USB adapter (available free with enclosed coupon), or a Field Link
card (purchased separately). See the Driver’s Ed Guide for more instructions on
transmitter programming and the Castle Link system. (“Transmitter Programming”,
and “Tuning with Castle Link”)
Data Logging
The Mamba Monster X features data logging. You will be able to measure and
record important power system information during your race, turn-by-turn.
After your run, you can download and analyze this log using Castle Link. You
will be able to inspect many parameters including battery voltage, motor RPM,
ESC temperature and more. Additional information about using the data logging
features can be found in the Driver’s Ed Guide (“Data Logging”).
Sensor Dust Cover
Positive Battery
Wire
Waterproof
Switch
Motor A
LEDs
Motor B
Motor C
Fan Plug
Negative Battery
Wire
RX Wire
AUX Wire

MAMBA MONSTER X SPECIFICATIONS
Application
Guidelines 1:8th scale RC hobby vehicles weighing up to 15lbs
Input Voltage
Range Min: 2S LiPo, Max: 6S LiPo, 25.2V
BEC
Specifications Adjustable: 5.5V, 6.0V, 7.5V, or 8.0V (8A Peak), default 5.5V
Waterproof Yes*
Sensors Yes, with purchase of optional sensor harness. (Castle P/N 011-
0108-00)
Product Use
Statement**
• Applying voltages higher than 25.2V will cause irreparable
damage to your controller.
• Recommended battery capacity for 1:8th scale vehicles is
5000mAh or larger. We recommend using 30C continuous
discharge or higher LiPo batteries (or high quality 25C batteries
such as Traxxas® Power Cell).
• The Mamba Monster X has 6.5mm bullet connectors directly
on the ESC and the battery input wires are bare. You must add
the connector of choice to the battery leads. We recommend a
high-current connector rated for 70+ amps.
• The Mamba Monster X is not intended for human or animal
propulsion.
RECEIVER CONNECTION
RX Wire Plug the RX wire into the throttle (#2) channel on your receiver.
AUX Wire
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.
Contact
Castle Creations, Inc.
540 North Rogers Road
Olathe, KS 66062
[phone] (ext. #1 Support, #2 Sales)
Support: www.castlecreations.com/contact-support
Sales: www.castlecreations.com/contact-service
Website: www.castlecreations.com/mambamonsterx
TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING REFERENCE
AUDIBLE ALERT REFERENCE
• • Start Fail
• –
Low Voltage Cutoff
– • Over-Current
• • • Sensors Lost
• • –
Radio Glitch
• – • Over-Temperature
• – –
Excessive Load
– • • AUX Wire Radio Glitch
– • –
BEC Over-Temperature
• • • • Data Log Full Warning
– – • Motor Over-Temperature
1.Brake/Reverse Type 3. Brake Amount 5. Motor Type
• With Reverse* • 25% • Brushless*
• Without Reverse • 50%* • Brushed Reversing
• Crawler Reverse • 75%
• 100% 6. Motor Direction
2.Voltage Cutoff • Normal*
• Auto-Lipo* 4. Drag Brake • Reverse
• None • Disabled*
• 10%
• 20%
• 30%
• Crawler Full On *Default Setting
*Not intended for operation while submerged in liquid. If unit is operated in wet conditions, rinse with fresh
water to remove dirt or corrosives, then fully dry unit.
**Failure to adhere to the Product Use Statement constitutes a violation of the warranty agreement, and will
result in non-warranty service fees to repair or replace damaged products.