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USER MANUAL 9730 KONTRONIK

Bluetooth Module and communicator Apps Operation Manual for Android & Apple devices

Effective: July 2017

CE

KONTRONIK – a brand of SOBEK Drives GmbH – Am Oberfeld 9 – D-72108 Rottenburg am Neckar

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1 Technical data

size 27 x 23 x 6 mm without fixing strips

43 x 23 x 6 mm with fixing strips

weight 8 g

cables 5 pole sensor cable

2 In general

The Bluetooth Module is the interface between the KONTRONIK ESCs e.g. KOSMIK or JIVE Pro and a smartphone. The ESC detects the module automatically. When the Apps K-VIEW and K-PROG are installed on the smartphone, it is possible to configure and communicate with the ESC via smartphone.

3 Connecting the module

The module has to be connected with the blue 5 pole cable to one of the sensor plugs of the ESC. There are no additional connections necessary.

For operation the KOSMIK needs to be powered on with connected battery pack.

4 Android

4.1 Description Android App

To prevent accidentally changes of parameters two different apps are made for viewing or programming over Bluetooth.

4.1.1 K\_VIEW app

The K-VIEW app shows all live data during operation. Much more data than a TelME module can show.

During flight you get information about actual motor current, battery voltage, ESC temperature PWM %, RPM and more.

After landing you can easily see errors and messages occurring during flight as well as minimum and maximum values of all data. Critical data will be colored.

All this information helps finding the correct setup.

All information is visible until the ESC is switched off.

To avoid possible interference of the ESC it is possible to switch the Bluetooth Module off while starting the motor for the first time. It can be switched on again after landing by pressing the respective button on the KOSMIK.

4.1.2 K\_PROG app

The K-PROG app is for programming the ESC. This app allows to program all parameters of the expert mode.

The tabs include e.g.:

Model

• sail plane
• motor plane
• helicopter
• RC car

Battery

• battery type
  • under voltage behavior
  • under voltage limit
  • capacity discharge limit

Motor

• reverse rotation
• motor pole count and gear ratio for head speed visibility
• EMK-brake
• RPM control
  • starting up velocity
  • alternative starting procedure

RC

• Graphical viewing of motor-off-position, range for bailout, position of starting the motor and following RPM course in heli mode.
• depending on program mode, brake position or reverse run is shown.
  • BEC voltage can be changed here

4.2 Preparing the smartphone

The Android APPs K_VIEW and K_PROG can be downloaded for free in the Google Play Store.

You need a Google-Account and a WiFi- or mobile internet connection.

The first time the Bluetooth Module is used it is necessary to pair it with the smartphone.

1. First connect the Bluetooth module to a ESC already running. Please do not allow initialization!
2. After opening the bluetooth settings in your Android device switch the bluetooth function on and scan for new devices.
3. A device named KONTRONIKBT should be shown.

a. KOSMIK: please initialize the ESC
b. JIVE Pro: if pairing is necessary, the ESC has to be initialized with 100% PWM (throttle stick on full gas position). The ESC does not initialize, but shows a permanent blinking LED (wrong stick position)

1. After selecting this device the phone should pair with the module.

a. KOSMIK: To save settings, please press the respective button on the ESC.
b. JIVE Pro: after preparing as described above, the ESC should show a confirmation signal. After this, please set the throttle stick on 0% PWM (neutral / brake). Pairing should be completed and the Bluetooth Module should be shown on your Android device.

A PIN is not necessary.

If the module was already connected to another Android device please repeat the pairing procedure. Due to safety reasons the old pairing is deleted then.

4.3 K-PROG programming sample for heli

Use the tab Model to program the basic setup (like with mode programming)

1. Select Heli-mode and then enter (all old savings will be deleted)
2. App jumps to tab RC where you define the stick ways.
3. Put the throttle stick to motor-off-position (0%)
4. Push the set button of the off position. The value is saved now.
5. Put the throttle stick to full gas (100%) and push set button of max. position.
6. Now you can set all other settings like BEC voltage e.g.

In addition it is possible to set parameters for displaying the head speed from your helicopter. To calculate the RPM you can set motor poles and gear ratio in the tab Motor. The head speed will be displayed in the App, Logfile and on the radio, if a TelMe (available as an optional extra) is connected.

All data is saved automatically after pushing a button or checkbox.

4.4 Trouble Shooting / possible errors

• The KOSMIK needs a software version 4.1 or higher. JIVE Pro needs V1.2 or higher.
  The actual software version you see in a logfile on the microSD card or during updating by the software updating program. You can download the software from our download area on the website www.kontronik.com and update via the PROGDISC or PROGUNIT (available as an optional extra).
• The smartphone has to be equipped with Android 2.3.3 or higher.
• Please make sure, the ESC is switched on.
• Please make sure, the Bluetooth Module is not already paired with another smartphone. If so, please pair again.
• For any further questions, please contact our technical support.

5 Apple

5.1 Description Apple Apps

To prevent accidentally changes of parameters two different apps are made for viewing or programming over Bluetooth.

5.1.1 K-View App

The K-VIEW app shows all live data during operation. Much more data than a TelME module can show.

During flight you get information about actual motor current, battery voltage, ESC temperature PWM %, RPM and more.

After landing you can easily see errors and messages occurring during flight as well as minimum and maximum values of all data. Critical data will be colored.

All this information helps finding the correct setup.

All information is visible until the ESC is switched off.

Info:

- general information about ESC

Expert:

- detailed parameter

Limits:

• Overview over TelMe alarms

Events:

- logging of info / warnings / errors / alarms of ESC

To avoid possible interference of the ESC it is possible to switch the Bluetooth Module off while starting the motor for the first time. It can be switched on again after landing by pressing the respective button on the KOSMIK.

5.1.2 K-Progg App

The K-PROG app is for programming the ESC. This app allows to program all parameters of the expert mode.

The tabs include e.g.:

Model

• reconnect
• connection status
• program mode
• defaults of the model
• BEC current
• Bluetooth status

Battery

• battery type
  • characteristics of power reduction
  • under voltage behavior
• capacity discharge limit

Motor

• RPM control and expert parameter
- brake and expert parameter
- rotation
- number of poles
- reduction

Alarms

- 6 defineable TelMe-alarms

Radio:

• stick position
• graphical and numeric display of brake-/neutral / full gas-position
• hold-time
• Imprint

5.2 Preparing the smartphone

The iOS APPs K_VIEW and K_PROG can be downloaded for free in the AppStore. You need an Apple-Account and a WiFi- or mobile internet connection.

1. First connect the Bluetooth module to an ESC already running. Please do not allow initialization!

2. Please connect the battery pack and allow initialization. Please note:

a. KOSMIK: please initialize the ESC
b. JIVE Pro: if pairing is necessary, the ESC has to be initialized with 100% PWM (throttle stick on full gas position). The ESC does not initialize, but shows a permanent blinking LED (wrong stick position).

1. After opening the bluetooth settings in your Apple device switch the bluetooth function on and scan for new devices.

2. Please open one of the Apps. If the Bluetooth Module is available, the App automatically connects.

a. KOSMIK: LED 1 shows a green light. To save settings, please press the respective button on the ESC. Afterwards, please confirm the pairing request on your smartphone.
b. JIVE Pro: after preparing as described above, the ESC should show a confirmation signal. After this, please set the throttle stick on 0% PWM (neutral / brake). Afterwards, please confirm the pairing request on your smartphone.

1. Please re-initialize the ESC.
2. With iOS-Version 9 or higher it might be necessary to use the "reconnect-button".
3. From now on, the connection should be established automatically by the Apps.

A PIN is not necessary.

If the module was already connected to another Android device please repeat the pairing procedure. Due to safety reasons the old pairing is deleted then.

5.3 K-PROG programming sample for heli

Use the tab Model to program the basic setup (like with mode programming)

1. To enter the Heli-mode, please select "Helikopter". Please click "ok" on the following pop-up-window. (Note: ESC switches into the programming mode. All modus settings will be deleted).
2. Define the stick ways in the tab Radio (if necessary).
3. Put the throttle stick to motor-off-position (0%).

4. Push the set button of the off position. The value is saved now.

5. Put the throttle stick to full gas (100%) and push set button of max. position.

6. Now you can set all other settings like BEC voltage e.g.

In addition it is possible to set parameters for displaying the head speed from your helicopter. To calculate the RPM you can set motor poles and gear ratio in the tab Motor. The head speed will be displayed in the App, Logfile and on the radio, if a TelMe (available as an optional extra) is connected.

All data is saved automatically after pushing a button or checkbox.

5.4 Trouble Shooting / possible errors

• The KOSMIK needs a software version 4.6 or higher. JIVE Pro needs V1.6 or higher. The actual software version you see in a logfile on the microSD card or during updating by the software updating program. You can download the software from our download area on the website www.kontronik.com and update via the PROGDISC or PROGUNIT (available as an optional extra).
• The smartphone has to support Bluetooth low-energy (iPhone 4s / iPad 3 or higher).
• Please make sure, the ESC is switched on.
• Please make sure, the Bluetooth Module is not too far away (opt. < 1m).
• If a connection is not established, please repeat pressing the "reconnect-button" several times.
• You can try to close and re-open the app (Note: please close the app via task manager and make sure it is not still running in the background).
• You can try to re-start the ESC.
• You can try to pair module and smartphone again (Settings → Bluetooth → KONTRONIKBT → press the blue (i) → "ignore" → pair again).
• Please make sure, the Bluetooth Module is not already paired with another smartphone. If so, please pair again.

- For any further questions, please contact our technical support.

6 Service, Technical Support, Hotline

Latest KONTRONIK product information, FAQ, and telephone reach ability can be found up-to-date on KONTRONIK homepage.

7 Recycling

Electronic components must not be disposed with household waste but have to be disposed according to legal and environmental regulations. National and local disposal regulation have to be respected.

8 Warranty

We guarantee this product to be free from factory defects in material and workmanship for a period of 24 months from date of purchase and purchase within the EU. Warranty for purchases made outside the EU is in line with the respective legal regulations. This warranty does not cover: suitability for specific application, components worn by use, application of reverse or improper voltage, tampering, misuse or shipping. Our warranty liability shall be limited to repairing or replacing the unit to our original specifications. All warranty claims terminate with opening of the product. Because we have no control over the installation or use of these products, in no case shall our liability exceed the original cost of the product. To accept guarantee the original bill on which the product the date of purchase and the dealer is named must be sent together with the product. Also a detailed fault description is necessary and should include: used transmitter, used receiver, time of failure. Please use the service form for sending in.

! Do not forget to write your address, phone number and email on the package.
! By the act of using this module the user accepts all resulting liability.