The Charlie Show /// Episode 324 /// XR8 Pro G3 - Setup

Wiring, setup and of course a few pro tips from the Nerd Bench. This week we talk about the new XR8 Pro G3, do some install prep, and run through the features.

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[skyreadyrc]

"We also say aluminum the way it's spelled" LOL. Good looking ESC!

[MrBoomtheroom]

why doesnt it have built in Bluetooth ? like the ezrun models?

[nguyenhuynhthanhtu]

I use esc 880 but it only runs when pulling the throttle backwards, but when pulling the accelerator forward, it can't run. And the 860 can't run in any direction even though the goods are new.

[SilntB]

Any update as to when we'll see a video dedicated to the new brake settings?

[AaronWhyte-dbie]

What does the esc do if you use a non Hobbywing motor? Can you not use timing?

[memememine]

Will we see a version of the xerun g2 that supports 6s?

[doubleg]

Will this run a 3650 size motor as well? I don’t see any specifications for that in the manual.

[TheStraykiwi]

Are there hardware improvements on this ESC vs the older G2 and the XR8 Plus SCT? i want to use it for drag racing and im interested to see what you think

[RCAdventuresAmsterdam]

I want to put this in my 1/8 onroad Serpent 989e. Do you think that's a good choice? Also, what motor should I pair it with for onroad?

[miketye]

So this maybe a dumb question but I’m just getting into the SCT/racing genre of RC. Coming from comp rock crawling genre. So does the OTA WIFI module stay plugged into the vehicle or is it removed and only hooked up and check after runs/ change settings etc.?

[domenicospera]

Can I use a 4s LiHV with this ESC? Thanks

[rycam]

So just picked an xr8 g3 from amain for my Ebuugy. Soldered it up and it’s inconsistent. Beeps green and then goes red flashing beeping/motor clicks. Sometimes it will go green and be normal. Sometimes it won’t stop clicking. Also it won’t calibrate. Just beeps red/motor clicks. Any ideas?

[skankrim]

Hi, which function is equivalent to the old punch setting? Just got this esc its a bargain price in the uk at the moment. Thanks for the vid.

[reedhill]

Any chance you know why I have full power for a little bit and then slowly lose all power and then eventually it gives no power but I still can turn my servo. I am running 2s with 3600kv motor

[djkubs]

for some reason my ota is limited to some of the throttle control settings

[josephcaruana]

Kindly I have the program box but I couldn't connect with esc, but I was using the wire provided with the programmer because I don't have the Bluetooth.
I made all the updates through the website!
Kindly could you assist me ?
Please note that my program box is the previous one with white inscription instead of the blue words.
It work with the max 6 esc and successfully updated the firmware but couldn't connect with new esc the XR8 g3 Pro

[izamar]

Good day RC friends, does anyone know why I use 3s with this hobbywing 2200kv combo and an XR8PRO ESC
Are the batteries lasting 3 minutes? My batteries are 8000mah 80c 3s
but they last 3 minutes or less. Is the ESC being protected from something? The motor says in the manual that it is 2 to 6s.
and the ESC from 2 to 4s
But with 3s batteries I have not been able to make the batteries last more than 3 minutes. if someone could help me

[brianbush]

Programming issues.. won't load parameters. I have a multifunction lcd fully updated and the wifi module. Both as updated as they can be.. neither will connect to this ESC? They work w/ the last two versions just fine.. so it's not wires etc.. it just won't connect or load parameters. Thanks!

[MikePetrocelli]

I preordered the combo from hobbywingdirect. Any idea when they are releasing?