Firmware update makes the Monster run cooler?
 

I have a V2 that I've been enjoying. I downloaded/installed the firmware upgrade last night. After running it this morning, I noticed the fan doesn't cycle nearly as much. I believe we have a cooler running Monster now. That means better efficiency. :yes:

Any of you Castle guys care to comment on this?

My setup is:

E Revo
18/40 Mod 1 gearing
Medusa 36-60-1500kv
Monster using the internal BEC to power Receiver/Servos
6S 20C 5000mah Lipo

Not to hijack this thread but I updated 1 of my MMMv2s thats paired with a Fiegao 6xl on 3s an it all but eliminated low speed cogging.

Welcome Phatmonk. This thread is to comment on the firmware upgrade.

I thought the Monster was smooth before, but I do believe it is even smoother now. If that's possible. :yes:

It was stated that there was a modification to the starting procedure.

Yeah, cooler running, smoother startups are both from improved startup software. Sweeeet isn't it? :smile:

We don't need no stinkin' sensors. :whip:

Patrick...that is awesome, THANK YOU VERY MUCH for your co.'s hard work!

I keep forgetting to send in my v1 mmm esc for repair...too busy these days!

Will this update also affect motor temps?Oh yea thanks pdelcast.

I believe it has affected Motor temp on my setup, at least some. It's better now.

Patrick, thanks for the reply. I just want to Thank you and all the hard working Employees of Castle Creations. I'm sure it's been a long hard road, but I believe you're "over the hump" now.

You have created an ESC that's gonna kick butt. A leap ahead of the rest, both in price AND Performance! :yes:

Anyone wanna buy a used Quark? LOL :party:

:lol::lol::yipi::yes:

....and:na::na: to all the sensored dudes

Motor temps are allways a issue especialy the Fegaos.The Fiegao is in my daughters matrix.My other 2 MMMv2s run with Neu 1515/1y and 1515/1.5d that allready have no heat issues.This sofware update will now put the MMMs in a class of their own.Period nothing even close on the market can touch it.

Damn rain I wish it would dry up here in Iowa.I am itchin to run my E-Slayer

I know the feeling. It rained here in Southeast Missouri all day yesterday. But today, the sun just came out.

Everything is soggy though. After about an hour's running, I'm sure I blew a few pounds of dirt off my E Revo.

I was gonna wait to run it, but I couldn't resist. :yes:

Make it run cooler? Mine already doresn't go over 125F after 40 minutes of straight running :party:

My fried v2 is on its way to castle, cant wait for my v3 :D

What is the latest firmware upgrade? DickyT is posting 1.20 but all I can find is 1.17. Anybody got a link for me?

for some reason that update says its missing needed components to install?

http://www.castlecreations.com/downloads.html
And click "Download Now" to get Castle Link 3.12, which has the 1.20 firmware.

Sounds like you're running Windows Vista.

Under Windows Vista, you have to save the setup file to your hard drive, then run it as "adminstrator".

I hope this helps

Careful. I think DickyT did a firmware upgrade that killed his V2.....but it may have been something else...he mentions a broken fan plug...

http://www.rc-monster.com/forum/show...837#post225837

I saw that but if it craps out my V1 then I can send it in for a V3. I can use the MGM as a backup.