TQ RADIO SYSTEM • 5
Use the Right Batteries
Your transmitter uses AA batteries. Use new alkaline batteries (Part
#2914) or rechargeable batteries, such as NiMH (nickel-metal hydride)
batteries, in your transmitter. Make sure rechargeable batteries are fully
charged according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
If you use rechargeable batteries in your transmitter, be aware that when
they begin to lose their charge, they lose power more quickly than regular
alkaline batteries.
Caution: Discontinue running your model at the first sign of weak
batteries (flashing red light) to avoid losing control.
GETTING STARTED
Installing Transmitter Batteries
Your TQ 2.4GHz transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery
compartment is located in the base of the transmitter.
1. Remove the battery
compartment door by
pressing the tab and
sliding the door open.
2. Install the batteries
in 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 LED
for a solid green light.
If the status LED flashes red, the transmitter batteries may be weak,
discharged or possibly installed incorrectly. Replace with new or
freshly charged batteries. The power indicator light does not indicate
the charge level of the battery pack installed in the model. Refer to
the Troubleshooting section on page 8 for more information on the
transmitter status LED codes.
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 LED, refer to the chart
on page 8 to identify the code.
Installing the Receiver Antenna
The receiver antenna and antenna tube must be properly installed before
operating your model. Follow these steps to install the antenna and
antenna tube:
1. Slide the antenna wire into the antenna tube to its full extent. When fully
inserted, the wire should reach to approximately 1/2 inch below the tube
cap. Do not leave any slack in the antenna wire.
2. Remove the set screw from the opening next to the antenna mount with
the supplied 1.5mm “L” wrench.
3. Insert the tube into the antenna mount. Take care not to crimp the
antenna wire.
4. Reinstall and tighten the set screw with the supplied 1.5mm “L” wrench
until it is flush with the top of the opening.
To prevent loss of radio
range, do not kink or cut the black wire, do not bend or cut the metal
tip, and do not bend or cut the white wire at the end of the metal tip.
Do not shorten the antenna tube.
