12 • NITRO RUSTLER
The Nitro Rustler’s on/off
switch does not have an
indicator plate to show
which direction is on.
However, you can tell by
looking at the wires that
come out of the switchbox.
Moving the switch towards
the gray/gray-white wires
turns the receiver on.
USING THE RADIO SYSTEM
The TQi 2.4GHz Radio System has been adjusted at the factory
for correct operation with your model. The adjustment should be
checked before running the model, in case of movement during
shipping. Follow these steps:
1. Turn the transmitter switch on. The status LED on the transmitter
should be solid green (not flashing).
2. Turn on the receiver switch in the model. The switch is located on
the rear shock tower.
3. Position the model so that its front wheels are off the ground.
4. Turn the steering wheel on the transmitter back and forth and
check for rapid operation of the steering servo. Also, check that
the steering mechanism is not loose or binding. If the steering
operates slowly, check for weak receiver batteries.
5. When looking down at the
model, the front wheels
should be pointing straight
ahead. If the wheels are
turned slightly to the left or
right, turn off TSM (see page
13) and slowly adjust the
steering trim control on the transmitter until they are pointing
straight ahead; then, return the multi-function knob to the
desired TSM setting.
6. Operate the throttle trigger on the transmitter and check for
rapid operation of the throttle servo. When the throttle trigger
is pulled back, the carburetor should open. When the throttle
trigger is pushed all the way forward, the brake should lock.
7. Once adjustments are made, turn off the receiver on your model,
followed by the hand-held transmitter.
Range-Testing the Radio System
Before each running session with your model, you should range-test
your radio system to ensure that it operates properly.
1. Turn on the radio system and check its operation as described in
the previous section.
2. Have a friend hold the model with the engine off.
3. Walk away from the model with the transmitter until you reach
the farthest distance you plan to operate the model.
4. Operate the controls on the transmitter once again to be sure that
the model responds correctly.
5. Do not attempt to operate the model if there is any problem with
the radio system or any external interference with your radio
signal at your location.
Higher Speeds Require Greater Distance
The faster you drive your model, the more quickly it will near the
limit of radio range. At 50mph, a model can cover 73 feet every
second! It’s a thrill, but use caution to keep your model in range. If
you want to see your model achieve its maximum speed, it is best to
position yourself in the middle of its running area, not the far end,
so you drive the model toward and past your position. In addition to
maximizing the radio’s range, this technique will keep your model
closer to you, making it easier to see and control.
No matter how fast or far you drive your model, always leave
adequate space between you, the model, and others. Never drive
directly toward yourself or others.
TQi Binding Instructions
For proper operation, the transmitter and receiver must be
electronically ‘bound.’
This has been done for you at the factory.
Should you ever need to re-bind the system or bind to an additional
transmitter or receiver, follow these instructions. Note: the receiver
must be connected to a 4.8-6.0v (nominal) power source for binding
and the transmitter and receiver must be within 5 feet of each other.
1. Press and hold the transmitter’s SET button as you switch
transmitter on. The transmitter’s LED will flash red slowly.
Release the SET button.
2. Press and hold the receiver’s LINK button as you switch on
the model. Release the LINK button.
3. When the transmitter and receiver’s LEDs turn solid green, the
system is bound and ready for use. Confirm that the steering and
throttle operate properly before driving your model.
Always use the idle speed
adjustment screw (
see page 21
)
on the carburetor (
see page 15
) to
adjust engine idle speed.
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