DRAG SLASH • 15
TRAXXAS TQ
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RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM
The transmitter is equipped with a Trans Brake button for enhanced
drag racing launch control. The Trans Brake allows the driver to
release the button and launch instantly at a preset amount of
power, while also preventing the model from rolling until racing
starts. With the throttle trigger at neutral, press and hold the Trans
Brake button with your thumb. Pull the trigger to your desired
throttle setting, and then release the Trans Brake button to launch
the vehicle down the track.
RADIO SYSTEM RULES
• Always turn your TQi transmitter on first and off last. This
procedure will help to prevent your model from receiving stray
signals from another transmitter, or other source, and running out
of control. Your model has electronic fail-safes to prevent this type
of malfunction, but the first, best defense against a runaway model
is to always turn the transmitter on first and off last.
• Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio
system.
Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the
receiver and the transmitter.
Loss of the radio signal can cause
you to lose control of your model.
• In order for the transmitter and receiver to bind to one another,
the receiver in the model must be turned on within 20 seconds
of turning on the transmitter. The transmitter LED will flash fast
red, indicating a failure to link. If you miss it, simply turn off the
transmitter and start over.
• Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery.
RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS
Steering Trim
The electronic steering trim located on the
face of the transmitter adjusts the neutral
(center) point of the steering channel.
Note:
Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) must be completely
turned off while adjusting steering trim. See page 17 for TSM
adjustments.
Multi-Function Knob
The Multi-Function knob can be
programmed to control a variety of
functions. The default setting for the Drag
Slash is Traxxas Stability Management (TSM)
control. For more detail on TSM, refer to page 17
.
RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS
Remember, always turn the
TQi transmitter on first and
off last to avoid damage to
your model.
Automatic Fail-Safe
The TQi transmitter and
receiver are equipped with
an automatic fail-safe system
that does not require user
programming. In the event
of signal loss or interference,
the throttle will return to
neutral and the steering will
hold its last commanded
position. If the fail-safe
system activates while you
are operating your model,
determine the reason for
signal loss and resolve the
problem before operating
your model again.
Stop immediately at the first
sign of weak batteries. Never
turn the transmitter off when
the battery pack is plugged
in. The model could run out
of control.
Always turn your
transmitter on first.
Turn on the model.
1
1
2
2
Plug in the battery.
3
3
5
5
Forward
Neutral
Brake/Reverse
TURN
R
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N
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FT
Trans
Brake
