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 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE

PROGRAMMING YOUR TQi TRANSMITTER WITH 

YOUR APPLE iPHONE, iPAD, iPOD TOUCH, OR 
ANDROID MOBILE DEVICE

The Traxxas Link

 Wireless Module 

(part #6511, sold separately) for the TQi 
transmitter installs in minutes to transform 
your Apple® iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch®, 
or Android

 device into a powerful 

tuning tool that allows you to replace the 
transmitter’s button/LED programming 
system with an intuitive, high-definition, 
full-color graphical user interface.

Traxxas Link

The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store

 

or on 

Google Play

) gives you complete control over the operation and tuning 

of your Traxxas model with stunning visuals and absolute precision. Install 
Traxxas Link telemetry sensors on the model, and Traxxas Link displays 
real-time data such as speed, RPM, temperature, and battery voltage.

Intuitive iPhone, iPad, iPod 
touch, and Android interface

Traxxas Link makes it easy to 
learn, understand, and access 
powerful tuning options. Control 
Drive Effects settings such as 
steering and throttle sensitivity; 
steering percentage; braking 
strength; and throttle trim by 
simply touching and dragging 
the sliders on the screen.

Real-Time Telemetry

When you equip your model 
with sensors, the Traxxas Link 
dashboard comes to life showing 
you speed, battery voltage, RPM, 
and temperature. Set threshold 
warnings and log maximums, 
minimums, or averages. Use the 
recording function to document 
your dashboard view, with 
sound, so that you can keep 
your eyes on your driving and 
not miss a single apex.

Manage up to 30 Models with Traxxas Link

The TQi radio system 
automatically keeps track of 
what vehicles it has bound to 
and what settings were used 
for each--up to 30 models total! 
Traxxas Link provides a visual 
interface to  name the models, 
customize their settings, attach 
profiles, and lock them into 
memory. Simply choose a model 
and any previously bound 
transmitter, power them up, 
and start having fun.

Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.  

App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc.

Tap and slide to adjust Steering Sensitivity,  

Throttle Trim, Braking Percent, and more!

The customizable Traxxas Link dashboard delivers 

real-time rpm, speed, temperature, and voltage data. 

Traxxas Link Model Memory simplifies organizing 

your collection of vehicles.

Compatible with:

iPod touch (5th generation and later)

iPad (3rd generation and later)

iPad mini

iPhone 4S

iPhone 5

iPhone 5C

iPhone 5S

The Traxxas Link 

Wireless Module is sold 
separately (part #6511).  
The Traxxas Link 
application is available 
from the Apple App store 
for iPhone, iPad, or iPod 
touch and on Google 
Play for Android devices. 
iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or 
the Android device are not 
included with the Traxxas 
Link Wireless Module. 

For more information 
about the Traxxas Link 
Wireless Module and the 
Traxxas Link application, 
visit Traxxas.com.

Summary of Contents for Slash4x4 68086-1

Page 1: ...owner s manual MODEL 68086 1...

Page 2: ...e sure and read through the rest of the manual to learn about important safety maintenance and adjustment procedures Turn to page 8 to begin 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 6 TOOLS SUPPLIES...

Page 3: ...assistance is also available at Traxxas com support You may also e mail customer support with your question at support Traxxas com Join thousands of registered members in our online community at Trax...

Page 4: ...ty to charge and care for the battery packs properly In addition to your battery and charger instructions here are some more tips to keep in mind Do not charge batteries inside of an automobile Do not...

Page 5: ...tteries Do not attempt to charge LiPo batteries with the Traxxas charger included in this package Make sure you understand how to use your LiPo batteries Be aware that Traxxas shall not be liable for...

Page 6: ...S SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Your model comes with a set of specialty metric tools You ll need to purchase other items available from your hobby dealer to operate and maintain your model 4 AA alk...

Page 7: ...own Caster Block Steering Block Battery Receiver Box Antenna Mount Front Suspension Arm Front Bumper Steering Servo Shock Toe Link Front Camber Link Rear Camber Link Rear Shock Tower Traxxas High Curr...

Page 8: ...from outside sources 3 Install batteries in the transmitter See page 12 8 Detail your model See sidebar page 9 The transmitter requires 4 AA alkaline batteries sold separately Apply other decals if d...

Page 9: ...t energize the electromagnetic windings in sequence to provide rotation Opposite of a brushed motor the brushless motor has its windings coils on the perimeter of the motor can and the magnets are mou...

Page 10: ...lder tabs Transmitter The hand held radio unit that sends throttle and steering instructions to your model Trim The fine tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the servos made by adjusting the t...

Page 11: ...0 for more info Link Button LED Sensor Expansion Port V T Voltage Temp Sensor Port RPM RPM Sensor Port BATT CH5 Battery Channel 5 CH4 Channel 4 CH3 Channel 3 CH2 Speed Control CH1 Steering Servo CH1 C...

Page 12: ...the correct orientation as indicated in the battery compartment 3 Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed 4 Turn on the transmitter and check the status indicator for a solid green light If the...

Page 13: ...included foam block in the front of the battery compartment The Traxxas High Current Connector Your model is equipped with the Traxxas High Current Connector Standard connectors restrict current flow...

Page 14: ...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 t...

Page 15: ...ttle trigger is at neutral Warning Do not apply full throttle in forward or reverse while the model is elevated 8 Once adjustments are made turn off the receiver on your model followed by the hand hel...

Page 16: ...ing Sensitivity Negative Exponential By turning the Multi Function knob clockwise the steering sensitivity of the model will be decreased Note that a relatively large amount of steering wheel travel r...

Page 17: ...actory defaults Otherwise you may not get the best performance from your speed control The transmitter should be adjusted as follows If the transmitter settings have been adjusted reset them to the fa...

Page 18: ...drive SelectingTrainingMode Profile 3 50 Forward 100 Brakes 50 Reverse 1 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the VXL 3s and turn on your transmitter 2 With the VXL 3s off press and hold the EZ Se...

Page 19: ...tank is A 3000mAh battery pack will theoretically run twice as long as a 1500mAh sport pack Because of the wide variation in the types of batteries that are available and the methods with which they...

Page 20: ...ditions The motor will be cooled by water contact and will not give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing Use special care when operating your model in muddy conditions Stop operating your mod...

Page 21: ...e the receiver from the box simply lift it out and set to the side The antenna wire is still inside the clamp area and cannot be removed yet 3 Remove the wire clamp by removing the two 2 8x8mm cap scr...

Page 22: ...le to set the camber accurately Adjust the front wheels to 1 2 of negative camber In the rear adjust the wheels to 1 2 of negative camber These adjustments should be set with the truck positioned at i...

Page 23: ...iver s LED 3 Turn the transmitter power switch on Make certain the transmitter s batteries are not depleted 4 Turn the transmitter s steering trim knob to the center 0 position 5 Disconnect motor wire...

Page 24: ...Inspect the driveline for signs of wear such as worn drive yokes dirty axle half shafts and any unusual noise or binding If a U joint pops apart then it is time to replace the part Remove the gear cov...

Page 25: ...ion move the inner camber link ends up to a different attachment hole Position 1 or 2 Position 4 is the stock setting To lower the roll center further move the outer camber link ends to the lower posi...

Page 26: ...r for proper charging use and storage of LiPo batteries Make sure you understand how to use your LiPo batteries See Safety Precautions and warnings on page 4 for more information TEMPERATURES AND COOL...

Page 27: ...ely to overturn on high traction surfaces From the factory the front differential is filled with SAE 30 000W viscosity silicone oil The rear differential is filled with grease but can also be tuned wi...

Page 28: ...of the case 8 To reinstall the differential reverse the steps Refilling the differential 1 Remove the four 2 5x10mm screws from the differential case and carefully pull the diff case halves apart Work...

Page 29: ...settings you select will represent what you wish to be the servo s maximum travel the Steering Percentage or Braking Percentage functions will not override the End Point settings Steering and Throttle...

Page 30: ...k green four times repeatedly 4 Press SET once The status LED will blink green once repeatedly 5 Press MENU once The status LED will blink green twice repeatedly 6 Press SET The memory is now selected...

Page 31: ...esired end point and press set to save To reset max throw Let go of controls and press SET The Menu Tree below shows how to navigate through the TQi transmitter s various settings and functions Press...

Page 32: ...LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks x3 Press MENU twice red LED blinks x3 Turn steering wheel to desired max left and right travel x8 Press SET to save each position Turn steering wheel to test settin...

Page 33: ...r averages Use the recording function to document your dashboard view with sound so that you can keep your eyes on your driving and not miss a single apex Manage up to 30 Models with Traxxas Link The...

Page 34: ...owner s manual 6250 TRAXXAS WAY McKINNEY TEXAS 75070 1 888 TRAXXAS 150130 68086 1 OM EN R01...

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