DESERT RACER • 17
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TRAXXAS TQ
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RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM
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 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.
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 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. Either the transmitter or receiver LED flashing
flash red indicates 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
Throttle Neutral Adjustment
The throttle neutral adjustment is located
on the transmitter face and controls the
forward/reverse travel of the throttle trigger.
Change the adjustment by pressing the
button and sliding it to the desired position.
There are two settings available:
50/50
: Allows equal travel for both acceleration and reverse.
70/30
: Allows more throttle travel (70%) and less reverse travel (30%);
this will NOT increase the top speed of the vehicle.
WARNING: RISK OF INJURY!
DO NOT change the throttle neutral setting on the
transmitter while the vehicle and the transmitter are
turned on. This will cause the vehicle to move with no
throttle input and could result in personal injury or
property damage.
Turn off the vehicle and the transmitter, change the throttle neutral
setting, and then turn the transmitter back on; the ESC will need to
be reprogrammed to recognize the new setting. Turn to VXL-6s Setup
Programming on page 20 for instructions.
Do not attempt to power on
the ESC until programming is complete.
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 19 for TSM
adjustments.
Multi-Function Knob
The Multi-Function knob can be
programmed to control a variety of
functions. From the factory, the Multi-
Function knob controls Traxxas Stability Management (TSM).
For more detail on TSM, refer to page 19.
RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS
Forward
Neutral
Brake/Reverse
TURN
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Always turn your
transmitter on first.
Turn on the model.
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