How did you program the ESC....For outrunner it is supposed to be Hard timing and no brake. When plugging power to heli you will hear:

Bee-beep(double-beep signifying no brake), then 5 seconds later. Bee-beep, bee-beep, bee-beep, bee-beep, bee-beep(5 double-beeps signifying hard timing).

Since you are limited on manual set-up, the programming card is a good way to go to unleash more options. I however have the same 30A ESC and have never used the card. My ESC works great, only a tad warm after a 10 minute flight. MegaPower 1350 15C and Hyperion P1913 3700..

Peace,

Z