Need assistance with motor configuration

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#1

Hello. I built an eSkate about a year ago and I haven’t used it in two months as I broke my arm. I recharged it and the motors slightly humm but don’t spin. I did a reconfigure using VESC tool and the motors turn normally and complete the test with success. I then attempt to use the controller and the same humm happens without movement. Any ideas for troubleshooting? Thank you in advance.

I should also say, after successful calibration, the forward/backward buttons don’t work in VESC either. The only movement I get is calibration testing. See video: (88) skateboard - YouTube

Gear: Flipsky VX2 Dual FSESC4.20 Plus

#2

Setup input. Ppm/uart. Control type: current no reverse with brake. Smart reverse yes. Write app.

Probably.

#3

Those don’t look like they have a proper detection result, or it’s not saved or successful

#4

The process says successful each time I run the detection but even in-app, forward and backwards does not work. What would cause it not to save?

#5

Show us the numbers it comes up with

#6

I tried that but it didn’t work, unfortunately.

#7

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#8

Thanks.

My guess is you need to charge the battery or check the voltage cutoffs. What is the string count? (10S, 12S, etc) and type (li-ion, lipo, LiFePO4)

These symptoms would fit a dead battery or wrong cutoffs.

#9

Got the motors working when I test in VESC by adjusting the voltage cutoffs, but still no cigar with the remote. The VX2 says is connected but doesn’t do anything.

#10

Did you set the vesc remote app settings to Uart only? Usually That’s the fix for it.

Although I’m not too familiar with the VX2 myself.

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#11

Is it connected via UART or PWM?

#12

It is currently set to UART. Thank you for your help thus far, I appreciate it.

#13

Did you figure it out?

#14

No, not yet. I have just purchased a VX1 and still cannot get it to work. It pairs successfully but no input control. I am at a loss.

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#15

I don’t mean to be patronising or anything else thats insulting but you did configure the remote when setting it up?