How to use the Hitec HFP-30 Servo Programmer in 12 minutes

In depth explanation of the Hitec HFP-30 servo programmer explained and demonstrated for you.

I explain in detail both the servo testing mode and the servo programming mode of the HFP-30 programmer utilizing a Hitec brushless 9831 and one of the newer D-Series D951TW servos. If you're confused on exactly what the sync port does, I'll explain that as well.

The positive and negative end points for the Brushless servos are not in degrees. I have measured and found that if you want to program the servo for 45° in each direction, set the endpoints to +/- 41.

45° = "+/- 41" on HFP-30
60° = "+/- 88" on HFP-30
90° = "+/- 181" on HFP-30
34° = "+/- 6" on HFP-30 (the smallest value you can set)

This means each number is about .32°

I took these measurements using the DPC-11 programming interface where you can choose the end points in degrees. I programmed on the DPC-11, and then hooked up the servo to the HFP-30 and recorded the values. .32° is not exact...but good enough if you don't have a DPC-11.

[whj]

Well done. Thanks for presenting this information. I am 45+ years into RC, but only recently acquired a HFP-30 and a digital servo to learn. Things sure have evolved.

[edb]

Just found this video and your channel. Thank you for explaining how to program a D series servo, it was very helpful.

[haraldskei]

Good video. The best HFP-30 instruction video on youtube. I use it a lot. Thanks from Norway.

[sdmoller]

Excellent job, well done. I have one and have been using it just never got the sync to work, will try it now after your demonstration.

[shortstick]

just ordered the DB961WP hope it works on them. Al I want to do is center the horn on the servo for my plane. I don't want to mess with anything else. Would I select D or B? It is a brushless servo.

[afterburnerrc]

Great video and overview! I am looking to get this and was curious if it's possible to re-program a non Hitec servo to sweep further than the usual 90-100deg? I have several 9g MG90S servos that state they are 180deg capable servos but even with my radio EPA set to 150% I am maybe getting 100deg. Thanks!

[chrismiller]

Thanks for the video! I do have a question I am hoping someone can answer. Let's say I'm using an HSB-9000 series servo and I want to use EPA for setting a very limited range of motion, let's say 20 degrees. Is there a way to achieve this using EPA? I have noticed with my DPC-11 that the minimum range seems to be limited to around 68 degrees (34 degrees each direction from center) and this is frustrating for someone like myself who is using these servos for robotics applications. This limited range would be a very helpful software stop that can help avoid any unwanted range of motion or unexpected spikes in current draw. Any answers here would be invaluable as I am drawing a blank elsewhere. Cheers!

[stevenfollows]

Hi would you know of any settings in the d85mg servo that could make the servo glitch when using a gyro? Thanks

[EDF_FANatic]

I really wish somebody mentioned HOW TO TURN ON THE DAMN THING AND USING WHAT TOOL.

[hemanthnaik]

What is ID select in programming mode

[DEeMONsworld]

can you use the sync function with other brands of servos?, thanks.

[EDF_FANatic]

Is there any explanation for why you would increase the deadband ?

[anufrijv]

For some reason whenever I switch to programmer mode - it never connects and says failed to read. I tried 3 different D series servos.

[dana]

If your radio supports it wouldn’t it be better to do all the settings right on the transmitter?

[MrDksmall]

My HFP-30 says “PC Setting” and does nothing. Tried powering from battery and USB. WHAT CAN I DO TO FIX THIS.