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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: THUNDERBIRD

Look here for answers to frequently asked questions about Thunderbird Brushless Controllers. If you can't find an answer to your question here, please e-mail us at support@castlecreations.com or give us a call at (913) 390-6939.

THUNDERBIRD BRUSHLESS CONTROLLERS

1. My Thunderbird controller only repeats an ascending tone when I plug in my battery pack. Why?

2. About every 30 seconds or so my Thunderbird makes a single audible tone. Why the heck is it doing that, and is that normal?

3. My Thunderbird keeps beeping 4 times when I’m only plugging in a 3 cell lipo pack (or 3 times when plugging in a 2 cell pack). What do I do about this?

4. Will my Thunderbird work with A123 batteries?

THUNDERBIRD BRUSHLESS CONTROLLERS

1. My Thunderbird controller only repeats an ascending tone when I plug in my battery pack. Why?

There is a problem with the processor on your unit. Contact tech support at support@castlecreations.com or give us a call at (913) 390-6939.

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2. About every 30 seconds or so my Thunderbird makes a single audible tone. Why the heck is it doing that, and is that normal?

Yes, that’s totally normal. It’s just a friendly reminder from your Thunderbird that your battery pack is plugged in. Feel free to use it as an airplane location device if the situation permits.

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3. My Thunderbird keeps beeping 4 times when I’m only plugging in a 3 cell lipo pack (or 3 times when plugging in a 2 cell pack). What do I do about this?

First, if you have a Castle Link, try re-installing the software onto the controller. If it’s still doing it, contact tech support at support@castlecreations.com or give us a call at (913) 390-6939 for information on how to get the controller repaired.

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4. Will my Thunderbird work with A123 batteries?

Yes, it will. However, A123 batteries require a 2v/cell cutoff. For some battery configurations you will need to have the Castle Link USB Programmer in order to set the proper cutoff voltage. For example, a 4 cell A123 needs to be cut off at 8v. With the Castle Link select a custom cutoff voltage, and set it for 8v, then hit "update".