NITRO RUSTLER • 11
If the status LED doesn’t light
green, check the polarity of the
batteries. Check rechargeable
batteries for a full charge. If you
see any other flashing signal
from the status LED, refer to
the chart on page 13 to identify
the code.
If you use rechargeable
batteries in your receiver, be
aware that when they begin
to lose their charge, they lose
power much more quickly than
regular alkaline batteries. Signs
of weak receiver batteries
include sluggish steering
response and shortened radio
range. Caution: Discontinue
running your model at the first
sign of weak batteries to avoid
losing control.
• Always have the transmitter and receiver turned on before you
start the engine. Never turn the radio system off while the engine
is running. The on/off switch in the model only turns the receiver
on and off. It does not turn off the engine.
• 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.
RadIO SYSTEm BaSIc adjUSTmENTS
Steering Trim
The steering trim knob located on the face of the
transmitter adjusts the neutral (center) point of the
steering channel. If your model pulls to the right or left
when the steering wheel is centered, turn the knob until the model
drives straight when the steering wheel is centered.
Servo Reversing
The TQ 2.4GHz transmitter has been programmed with the correct servo
direction settings for your model and should not require adjustment.
These instructions are for reference and troubleshooting only.
Reversing a channel reverses the direction of the corresponding servo.
For example, if you turn the steering wheel to the right and the model
turns left, Channel 1 would need to be reversed to correct the servo
direction. Use the following procedures to reverse the steering or
throttle channel if necessary.
Servo reversing should only be required
if you accidentally reset the direction of a channel. Do not reverse the
throttle or steering channels unless necessary.
Note
: Before performing these procedures, make sure that both the
transmitter and receiver are powered on.
Steering reversing procedure:
1. Press and hold the SET button on the transmitter for two
seconds. The status LED will flash green.
2. Turn and hold the steering wheel to the full left or full right
position (it does not matter which position you choose).
3. While holding the steering wheel in position, press the SET
button to reverse the channel.
4. The channel is now reversed. Confirm correct servo operation
before running your model.
Throttle reversing procedure:
1. Press and hold the SET button on the transmitter for two
seconds. The status LED will flash green.
2. Move and hold the throttle trigger to the full forward or full
brake position.
3. While holding the throttle trigger in position, press the SET
button to reverse the channel.
4. The channel is now reversed. Confirm correct servo operation
before running your model.
Warning
: Changing the direction of the throttle servo will also
change its neutral position. Be certain to confirm the throttle servo
properly closes the engine’s throttle opening when the transmitter’s
trigger is at neutral.
RadIO SYSTEm cONTROLS
Make certain the model’s
receiver antenna is properly
installed before operating
your model. See “Installing
the Receiver Antenna.”
Failure to properly install the
receiver antenna will result in
greatly reduced radio range
and potential loss of control.
Remember to always turn the
transmitter on first and off
last to avoid loss of control
and damage to your model.
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