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16 • SUMMIT

ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL

The EVX-2 electronic speed control is factory set and should not require any 
adjustments.  These instructions are provided for your reference.

Battery Settings (Low-Voltage Detection Setting)

The Low-Voltage Detection circuitry constantly monitors the battery voltage. 
When the battery voltage begins to reach the minimum recommended discharge 
voltage threshold for LiPo battery packs, the EVX-2 will limit the power output 
to 50% throttle. When the battery voltage attempts to fall below the minimum 
threshold, the EVX-2 will shut down all motor output. The LED on the speed 
control will slowly blink red, indicating a low voltage shutdown. The EVX-2 will stay 
in this mode until a fully charged battery is connected. 
Your model comes equipped with two Traxxas battery packs. The EVX-2 speed 
control’s Low-Voltage Detection has been disabled for best performance with 
these batteries. The speed control’s LED will glow red when it is turned on, 
indicating Low-Voltage Detection is disabled. Be certain to activate Low-Voltage 
Detection if you install LiPo batteries in your model. 

Never use LiPo batteries 

while Low-Voltage Detection is disabled.
Verify that Low-Voltage Detection is DISABLED:

1. Turn on the transmitter (with the throttle at neutral).
2. Connect fully charged battery packs to the EVX-2.
3. Press and release the EZ-Set button to turn the EVX-2 on. If the LED is solid red, 

then the Low-Voltage Detection is DISABLED (not safe to use LiPo batteries).  
If the LED is solid green, then Low-Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED.

To activate Low-Voltage Detection (LiPo setting):

1. Make sure the LED on the EVX-2 is on and shines red.
2. Press and hold the EZ-Set button (the 

LED will turn off) (A). After ten seconds, 
the motor will beep twice and the LED 
will shine green. Release the button (B).

3. Low-Voltage Detection is now ACTIVATED.

To disable Low-Voltage Detection (NiMH setting):

1. Make sure the LED on the EVX-2 is on and shines green.
2. Press and hold the EZ-Set button (the LED 

will turn off) (A). After ten seconds, the 
motor will beep three times and the LED 
will shine red. Release the button (B). 

3. Low-Voltage Detection is now DISABLED.

Transmitter Adjustments for the EVX-2 ESC

Before attempting to program your EVX-2, it is important to make sure your TQi 
transmitter is properly adjusted (set back to the factory defaults). Otherwise, you 
may not get the best performance from your speed control.
The transmitter should be adjusted as follows:
1. Turn the transmitter off.
2. Hold both MENU and SET.
3. Turn the transmitter on.
4. Release MENU and SET. The transmitter LED will blink red.

5. Press MENU once. The transmitter LED will blink red twice repeatedly.
6. Press SET to clear settings. The LED will turn solid green and the transmitter is 

restored to default.

Setup Programming

 (Calibrating your ESC and transmitter)

Read through all of the following programming steps before you begin. If you 
get lost during programming or receive unexpected results, simply unplug the 
batteries, wait a few seconds, plug the battery packs in, and start over.  
1. Disconnect each of the motor wires between the EVX-2 and the 

motors. This is a precaution to prevent runaway when the speed 
control is turned on before it is programmed.

2. Connect two fully charged battery packs to the EVX-2. 
3. Turn on the transmitter (with the throttle  

at neutral).

4. Press and hold the EZ-Set button (A).  

The LED will first turn green and then red. 
Release the EZ-Set button. 

5. When the LED blinks RED ONCE, pull the throttle 

trigger to the full throttle position  
and hold it there (B).

6. When the LED blinks RED TWICE, push the 

throttle trigger to the full reverse and hold it 
there (C).

7. When the LED blinks GREEN ONCE, programming is complete. 

The LED will then shine green or red (depending on Low-
Voltage Detection setting), indicating the EVX-2 is on and at 
neutral (D). 

EVX-2 Operation

To operate the speed control and test the programming, place the vehicle on a 
stable block or stand so all of the drive wheels are off the ground. Reconnect the 
motor wires. Always make sure that objects and fingers are clear of the wheels.
Note that in the steps below, Low-Voltage Detection is DISABLED (factory default with NiMH 
batteries) and the LED shines red. If Low-Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED (factory default 
with LiPo batteries), the LED will shine green instead of red in the steps below. 

Never use LiPo 

batteries while Low-Voltage Detection is disabled. 

1. With the transmitter on, press the EZ-Set button for ½ second, until the LED 

shines red, then immediately release the button. This turns on the EVX-2. If you 
press and release too quickly, you may hear the steering servos jump but the 
LED may not stay on. (

Note

: If the throttle is not at neutral or if the throttle trim has 

been altered, the LED will turn off after one second and the wheels may begin to 
drive.

2. Apply forward throttle. The LED will turn off until full throttle power is reached. 

At full throttle, the LED will shine red.

3. Move the trigger forward to apply the brakes. Note that braking control is fully 

proportional. The LED will turn off until full braking power is reached. At full 
brakes, the LED will shine red.

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EVX-2 Specifications

Input Voltage:*

NiMH - 12-14 cells  

 

(14.4 - 16.8 volts)

LiPo - 4 cells (14.8 volts)

Motor limit: 

12-turns (550)

Continuous current: 

30A

Peak current : 

180A

BEC voltage:

 6.0V DC

Transistor type:

 MOSFET

Motor/Battery Wiring: 

14-gauge

Protection: 

Thermal shutdown

* This model requires two battery packs. Input 

voltage listed by cells refers to the total 
number of cells that may be installed in 
the model. You may install two 6-cell NiMH 
packs, two 7-cell NiMH packs, or two 2-cell 
LiPo packs. Do not mix NiMH and LiPo battery 
packs. Damage to the model and batteries 
will result.

EVX-2 Wiring Diagram

Summary of Contents for SUMMIT 56076-1

Page 1: ...MODEL 56076 1 owner s manual...

Page 2: ...o contact us and what your support options are Quick Start This manual is designed with a Quick Start path that outlines the necessary procedures to get your model up and running in the shortest time...

Page 3: ...Hints Cross References Throughout this manual you ll notice warnings and helpful hints identified by the icons below Be sure to read them An important warning about personal safety or avoiding damage...

Page 4: ...cause momentary losses of radio control always allow a safety margin in all directions around the model in order to prevent collisions The motor battery and speed control can become hot during use Be...

Page 5: ...eturned for service No Reverse Voltage The ESC is not protected against reverse polarity voltage No Schottky Diodes External Schottky diodes are not compatible with reversing speed controls Using a Sc...

Page 6: ...pplies 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 alkalin...

Page 7: ...a Mount Front Suspension Arm Front Bumper Shock Rear Half Shaft Toe Link Electronic Speed Control Battery Door Release Tab Pivot Ball Push Rod Push Rod Rocker Rocker Skid Plate Spring Preload Adjuster...

Page 8: ...o it will be ready when you finish the other setup procedures Follow these critical steps to maintain the performance of your model and keep it in excellent running condition 4 Install battery packs i...

Page 9: ...LiPo battery packs are known for their special chemistry which allows extremely high energy density and current handling in a compact size These are high performance batteries that require special ca...

Page 10: ...Accessory sensor port for use with the Telemetry Expander Module see Traxxas com for more information 16 8V ESC WATERPROOF To Motor LED EZ Set Button Heat Sinks EVX 2 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL High Cu...

Page 11: ...cated 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 status LED flashes red the tran...

Page 12: ...f the battery compartment against the foam rubber cushion however you can reposition the batteries to change the weight distribution and handling if desired The Summit includes an extra set of battery...

Page 13: ...gnal can cause you to lose control of your model RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS Throttle Neutral Adjustment The throttle neutral adjustment is located on the transmitter face and controls the forward...

Page 14: ...r more on EVX 2 setup and operation 5 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...

Page 15: ...ly relative to the input from the steering wheel The exponential effect is indicated as a percentage the greater the percentage the greater the effect The illustrations below show how this works Norma...

Page 16: ...ransmitter with the throttle at neutral 4 Press and hold the EZ Set button A The LED will first turn green and then red Release the EZ Set button 5 When the LED blinks RED ONCE pull the throttle trigg...

Page 17: ...voltage begins to reach the minimum recommended discharge voltage threshold for LiPo battery packs the EVX 2 will limit the power output to 50 throttle When the battery voltage attempts to fall below...

Page 18: ...ample torque for climbing and crawling in second gear using first gear in situations that require low speed will extend motor life Limit second gear use to high speed running Operating the T Lock Dif...

Page 19: ...f your motor Special care must be taken to modify your driving style in wet conditions to extend the life of the motor details below Before Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions 1 Consult the section...

Page 20: ...uired for the nylon gears Refer to your exploded view diagrams for help with disassembly and reassembly Titan motor Remove the motor clean with aerosol motor cleaner and re oil the bushings with light...

Page 21: ...mit s suspension is the inboard shock damper arrangement that uses pivoting rockers to translate vertical wheel travel into linear shock motion The rockers can be changed to increase or decrease the m...

Page 22: ...ore viscous at lower temperatures Operating in regions with cold temperatures may require lower viscosity oil From the factory the shocks are filled with SAE 50W silicone oil Only use 100 silicone oil...

Page 23: ...h to hold onto the shock body while tightening 11 Reinstall the spring and lower retainer ALIGNMENT SETTINGS The alignment settings are critical for optimizing the performance of Summit Adjust your al...

Page 24: ...tion You may notice this when making sharp turns on slick surfaces The unloaded wheels on the inside of the turn have the least traction and tend to spin up to extremely high rpms Higher viscosity thi...

Page 25: ...ications and environments If you want more acceleration and less top speed use a smaller pinion gear fewer teeth higher numerical ratio The overall reduction is the number of turns the motor makes for...

Page 26: ...ou need to remove the servos or the servo horns for maintenance or cleaning carefully note their orientation when you reinstall them to make certain the T Lock system operates properly Before reinstal...

Page 27: ...otor Use a product such as electric motor cleaning spray to flush dirt out of the motor After cleaning lubricate the bushings at each end of the motor with a drop of light weight electric motor oil Sh...

Page 28: ...ct 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 Sub Trim The Sub...

Page 29: ...model making it possible to pick up any transmitter and any previously bound model in your collection and simply turn them on and drive With Traxxas Link Model Memory there is no need to remember whi...

Page 30: ...ase MENU and SET red LED blinks Press SET to clear settings LED will turn solid green Transmitter is restored to default Press MENU to move through options Press SET to select an option Press MENU to...

Page 31: ...save each position Turn steering wheel to test settings IF END POINTS ARE OK Press hold MENU returns to driving mode IF END POINTS NEED TO BE CHANGED Press SET and repeat steps 6 8 To reset the END PO...

Page 32: ...ximums 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...

Page 33: ...SUMMIT 33...

Page 34: ...6200 Traxxas Way McKinney Texas 75070 1 888 TRAXXAS 141230 56076 1 OM N EN R00 MODEL 56076 1 owner s manual...

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