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BASIC SETUP GUIDE
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Novak SMART-BOOST BASIC SETUP GUIDE

SMART-BOOST 1-CELL Li-Po STEP-UP MODULE
SMART-BOOST 1-CELL Li-Po STEP-UP MODULE
#55-5474-1
3-2009
SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage ........................................................ 1S Li-Po
Output Current (constant) ....................................... 3 Amps
Output Current (surge) ...........................................5 Amps
Power Wire Size ............................................. 20G Silicone
Input Wire Gauge .................................................20 AWG
Weight
............................................. 0.48 oz. / 13.5 grams
Size ...........1.18” x 1.04” x 0.45” / 30.0 x 26.5 x 11.5 mm
LEDs
................................................................. 2 on-board
6 Volts
SMART
BOOST
Step Up Your Voltage!
Novak’s Smart Boost 1-Cell Li-Po Step-Up Module allows nearly any brushless or brushed
speed control, receiver and servo to run on 1-cell Li-Po. This new technology expands racing
opportunities for many drivers by reducing racing expenses and track sizes.
To benefit from all of the technical features of the Smart Boost,
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATION
INSTALLATION
1. MOUNT SMART BOOST
Find a suitable installation point in the vehicle, preferably close to the ESC and receiver so the included receiver harness will easily reach it.
A. If mounting in a nitro vehicle, install the Smart Boost near the receiver battery pack to ensure the input harness will reach the vehicle’s receiver. For
nitro installation, go to Step 2A.
2. PREPARE WIRES FOR INSTALLATION
The Smart Boost’s red and black 20G-silicone power wires connect to the ESC’s battery power wires (where the ESC’s main-battery wires
connect to the ESC’s PCB). Cut the wires to proper
length and strip 3/16”–1/4” of insulation off the ends and tin with solder.
A. In a nitro vehicle, cut the input wires to proper length to reach the receiver battery pack, and strip and tin as instructed in Step 2. For nitro installation, go to Step 3A.
3. SOLDER POWER WIRES
Solder the stripped and tinned ends of the Smart Boost’s power wires to the ESC’s main battery pack input or solder tabs.
A. In a nitro vehicle, connect the Smart Boost’s red and black power wires to the corresponding red and black wires of a matching connector on the receiver pack (red to red & black to black). This allows you to plug the Smart Boost into your receiver battery pack.
4. PLUG INTO RECEIVER
Plug the Smart Boost’s receiver harness into a spare slot in the receiver. Zip tie or coil any extra harness wire.
(refer to Fig. 1 on back)
OPERATION INSTALLATION
1. SMART BOOST SETUP
No setup is necessary for the module.
2. POWER UP SMART BOOST
To turn the vehicle’s power on, simply turn the Smart Boost’s switch ON. It is important to leave the ESC’s original switch in the OFF position while running the system.
NOTE: With some Novak ESCs that include built-in
servo voltage protection, it may be necessary to switch
ON, then after a moment, switch OFF the ESC’s switch
3. POWER DOWN SMART BOOST
When finished running the vehicle, simply turn OFF the Smart Boost’s switch.
4. LOW BATTERY WARNING
When the Smart Boost “blips” the vehicle’s ESC throttle and servo power, it is advised to immediately cease running the vehicle and recharge the battery.
Novak Electronics, Inc.
(949) 833-8873 • FAX (949) 833-1631
Customer Service e-mail: cs@teamnovak.com
Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm (PST)
www .t eamnov ak .com
for proper operation.
17032 Armstrong Avenue
Irvine, CA 92614
#55-5474-1
3-2009
SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage ........................................................ 1S Li-Po
Output Current (constant) ....................................... 3 Amps
Output Current (surge) ...........................................5 Amps
Power Wire Size ............................................. 20G Silicone
Input Wire Gauge .................................................20 AWG
Weight
............................................. 0.48 oz. / 13.5 grams
Size ...........1.18” x 1.04” x 0.45” / 30.0 x 26.5 x 11.5 mm
LEDs
................................................................. 2 on-board
6 Volts
SMART
BOOST
Step Up Your Voltage!
Novak’s Smart Boost 1-Cell Li-Po Step-Up Module allows nearly any brushless or brushed
speed control, receiver and servo to run on 1-cell Li-Po. This new technology expands racing
opportunities for many drivers by reducing racing expenses and track sizes.
To benefit from all of the technical features of the Smart Boost,
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATION
(refer to Fig. 1 on back)
1. MOUNT SMART BOOST
Find a suitable installation point in the vehicle, preferably close to the ESC and receiver so the included receiver harness will easily reach it.
A. If mounting in a nitro vehicle, install the Smart Boost near the receiver battery pack to ensure the input harness will reach the vehicle’s receiver. For
nitro installation, go to Step 2A.
2. PREPARE WIRES FOR INSTALLATION
The Smart Boost’s red and black 20G-silicone power wires connect to the ESC’s battery power wires (where the ESC’s main-battery wires
connect to the ESC’s PCB). Cut the wires to proper
length and strip 3/16”–1/4” of insulation off the ends and tin with solder.
A. In a nitro vehicle, cut the input wires to proper length to reach the receiver battery pack, and strip and tin as instructed in Step 2. For nitro installation, go to Step 3A.
3. SOLDER POWER WIRES
Solder the stripped and tinned ends of the Smart Boost’s power wires to the ESC’s main battery pack input or solder tabs.
A. In a nitro vehicle, connect the Smart Boost’s red and black power wires to the corresponding red and black wires of a matching connector on the receiver pack (red to red & black to black). This allows you to plug the Smart Boost into your receiver battery pack.
4. PLUG INTO RECEIVER
Plug the Smart Boost’s receiver harness into a spare slot in the receiver. Zip tie or coil any extra harness wire.
1. SMART BOOST SETUP
No setup is necessary for the module.
2. POWER UP SMART BOOST
To turn the vehicle’s power on, simply turn the Smart Boost’s switch ON. It is important to leave the ESC’s original switch in the OFF position while running the system.
NOTE: With some Novak ESCs that include built-in
servo voltage protection, it may be necessary to switch
ON, then after a moment, switch OFF the ESC’s switch
3. POWER DOWN SMART BOOST
When finished running the vehicle, simply turn OFF the Smart Boost’s switch.
4. LOW BATTERY WARNING
When the Smart Boost “blips” the vehicle’s ESC throttle and servo power, it is advised to immediately cease running the vehicle and recharge the battery.
Novak Electronics, Inc.
(949) 833-8873 • FAX (949) 833-1631
Customer Service e-mail: cs@teamnovak.com
Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm (PST)
www .t eamnov ak .com
OPERATION
for proper operation.
17032 Armstrong Avenue
Irvine, CA 92614
LED STATUS CODE GUIDE
This chart will help you to interpret the charge state of your battery and trouble shoot your system’s behavior.
LED STATUS CODE GUIDE
This chart will help you to interpret the charge state of your battery and trouble shoot your system’s behavior.
INPUT VOLTAGE LED CODES OUTPUT VOLTAGE
V > 4.00
V > 3.51
V < 3.35
V < 3.20
V < 2.00
V < 1.80
Red LED blinks 10x on Startup Blue LED on Solid
Red LED blinks 5x on Startup and blinks continuously Blue LED on Solid
Red LED on Solid Blue LED on Solid
Red LED blinks continuously Blue LED pulses with output blip
Red LED blinks continuously Blue LED off
Red LED off Blue LED off
Novak SS Pro sensor-based
brushless motor
Blue, Yellow and Orange
motor phase wires
Power Cap
module
Sensor Harness
Servo plugged into
steering ch. (#1)
ESC ON/OFF Switch
(remains OFF
during operation)
6.0V
6.0V
6.0V
Blips from 6.0V to low
Output drops to low
Output remains low
INPUT VOLTAGE LED CODES OUTPUT VOLTAGE
V > 4.00
V > 3.51
V < 3.35
V < 3.20
V < 2.00
V < 1.80
Red LED blinks 10x on Startup Blue LED on Solid
Red LED blinks 5x on Startup and blinks continuously Blue LED on Solid
Red LED on Solid Blue LED on Solid
Red LED blinks continuously Blue LED pulses with output blip
Red LED blinks continuously Blue LED off
Red LED off Blue LED off
Novak SS Pro sensor-based
brushless motor
Blue, Yellow and Orange
motor phase wires
Power Cap
module
Sensor Harness
Servo plugged into
steering ch. (#1)
ESC ON/OFF Switch
(remains OFF
during operation)
6.0V
6.0V
6.0V
Blips from 6.0V to low
Output drops to low
Output remains low
(FIGURE 1)
Red power wire
(battery positive)
Black
power wire
(battery negative)
SMART-BOOST SET-UP PHOTO
SERVICE PROCEDURES
After reviewing instructions, if you feel that your module requires service, please obtain the most current product service options and pricing by the following ways:
WEB SITE: Print a copy of the PRODUCT SERVICE FORM from the
CUSTOMER SERVICE information on this form and return it with the Novak product that requires servicing.
WARRANTY SERVICE:
WARRANTY on PRODUCT register receipt with purchase on it, or an invoice from previous service. If warranty provisions have been voided, there will be service charges.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
•
Dealers/distributors are not authorized to replace products thought to be defective.
• Novak does not sell any internal electronic components
• Customers outside of the U.S./Canada, please contact the Novak
Distributor in your country (refer to www.teamnovak.com).
section of the Web site. Fill out the needed
For warranty work, you MUST CLAIM
SERVICE FORM & include a valid cash
date and dealer name & phone #
Smart Boost
ON/OFF
Switch
Smart Boost Module
(install between
battery and receiver)
1 cell Li-Po
battery pack
Input signal
harness
PRODUCT WARRANTY
The Smart Boost Module is guaranteed to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 120 days from the original date of purchase (verified by dated, itemized sales receipt). Warranty does not cover incorrect installation, components worn by use, damage from using more than 1 Li­Po cell input voltages, tampering with internal electronics, allowing water, moisture or any other foreign material to enter module or get onto the PC board, or any damage caused by a crash, flooding or natural disaster.
Because Novak has no control over the connection & use of the module, no liability may be assumed nor will be accepted for any damage resulting from the use of this product. Every Novak module is thoroughly tested before leaving our facility and is, therefore, considered operational. By the act of connecting/operating module, user accepts all resulting liability. In no case shall our liability exceed the product’s original cost. We reserve the right to modify warranty provisions without notice. Designed by Novak Electronics, Inc. in Irvine, Calif., and assembled with globally sourced components.
©2009 Novak Electronics, Inc. • All Rights Reserved • No part of these
instructions may be reproduced without the written permission of Novak
Electronics, Inc. • Smart Boost 1-Cell Li-Po Step-Up Module is a trademark
of Novak Electronics, Inc.
(FIGURE 1)
Red power wire
(battery positive)
Black
power wire
(battery negative)
SMART-BOOST SET-UP PHOTO
SERVICE PROCEDURES
After reviewing instructions, if you feel that your module requires service, please obtain the most current product service options and pricing by the following ways:
WEB SITE: Print a copy of the PRODUCT SERVICE FORM from the
CUSTOMER SERVICE information on this form and return it with the Novak product that requires servicing.
WARRANTY SERVICE:
WARRANTY on PRODUCT register receipt with purchase on it, or an invoice from previous service. If warranty provisions have been voided, there will be service charges.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
•
Dealers/distributors are not authorized to replace products thought to be defective.
• Novak does not sell any internal electronic components
• Customers outside of the U.S./Canada, please contact the Novak
Distributor in your country (refer to www.teamnovak.com).
section of the Web site. Fill out the needed
For warranty work, you MUST CLAIM
SERVICE FORM & include a valid cash
date and dealer name & phone #
Smart Boost
ON/OFF
Switch
Smart Boost Module
(install between
battery and receiver)
1 cell Li-Po
battery pack
Input signal
harness
PRODUCT WARRANTY
The Smart Boost Module is guaranteed to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 120 days from the original date of purchase (verified by dated, itemized sales receipt). Warranty does not cover incorrect installation, components worn by use, damage from using more than 1 Li­Po cell input voltages, tampering with internal electronics, allowing water, moisture or any other foreign material to enter module or get onto the PC board, or any damage caused by a crash, flooding or natural disaster.
Because Novak has no control over the connection & use of the module, no liability may be assumed nor will be accepted for any damage resulting from the use of this product. Every Novak module is thoroughly tested before leaving our facility and is, therefore, considered operational. By the act of connecting/operating module, user accepts all resulting liability. In no case shall our liability exceed the product’s original cost. We reserve the right to modify warranty provisions without notice. Designed by Novak Electronics, Inc. in Irvine, Calif., and assembled with globally sourced components.
©2009 Novak Electronics, Inc. • All Rights Reserved • No part of these
instructions may be reproduced without the written permission of Novak
Electronics, Inc. • Smart Boost 1-Cell Li-Po Step-Up Module is a trademark
of Novak Electronics, Inc.
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