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TQi 2.4GHz Receiver with Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) 

and Traxxas Link Instructions

TRAXXAS.com

Traxxas, 6250 Traxxas Way, McKinney, TX 75070, Phone: 972-549-3000, Fax: 972-549-3011, e-mail: [email protected]

KC2280-R03       Rev 160506

Covers Part #6533

LED Color / Pattern

Name

G

R

R

G

Solid green

Normal Driving Mode

G

R

R

G

G

R

R

G

Slow red (0.5 sec on / 0.5 sec off)

Binding

G

R

R

G

G

R

R

G

Flashing fast red (0.125 sec on / 0.125 sec off)

Fail-Safe / Low Voltage Detect

Note: Consistent Low Voltage in the 

receiver triggers Fail-Safe so there is 

enough power to center the throttle 

servo before it completely loses power.

RECEIVER LED CODES

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*Compatible with:

iPod touch (5th generation and later)

iPad (3rd generation and later)

iPad mini

Android 4.4 (and later)

iPhone 4S

iPhone 5

iPhone 5C

iPhone 5S

Traxxas Support 

If you have any questions, please contact our customer support team for fast, 

friendly answers and solutions. Contact information is at the bottom of this page.

Receiver Installation

For best performance, it is recommended that this receiver be installed in the 

same orientation as the original receiver (with the label facing upward).

 Refer to 

your owner’s manual for additional information, wiring diagrams, and detailed 

instructions on maintaining a watertight seal.

 Use double-sided adhesive foam tape to install the receiver into the 

receiver box. Once installed, plug the wires into the receiver. 

TQi 2.4GHz Binding Instructions

For proper operation, the transmitter and receiver must be electronically “bound”.  

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 the model on. Release  

the LINK button.

3.   When the transmitter and receiver’s LEDs turn solid green, the system is bound 

and ready for use. 

4.   Confirm that the steering and throttle operate properly before driving your 

model. If you have installed the receiver in a stock Traxxas model, refer to your 

owner’s manual for additional information. Follow the steps to set your radio 

system to the default servo reversing and/or ESC settings for your model. If 

you have installed the receiver in a non-Traxxas model, refer to the TQi 2.4GHz 

transmitter’s instructions for information on how to adjust the transmitter’s 

servo reversing, trims, and other functions manually.

Using the Traxxas Link App with the #6533 Receiver

A Traxxas TQi transmitter with the Traxxas Link Wireless Module (part 

#6511) installed is required to control the receiver within the Traxxas Link 

App (see Related Parts List). A TQi transmitter equipped with the multi-

function knob is required to adjust the TSM assistance. The Traxxas Link 

Wireless Module is also required in order to load the proper software for 

your specific vehicle model into the receiver.

The  Traxxas Link™ App* (available in the Apple App Store

 or on Google Play™) 

includes customized Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) settings for each Traxxas 

model. Download the Traxxas Link App to your Apple® iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch®, 

or Android™ device and select your model from the 

Home

 screen.  This will set the 

Multi-Function knob on the TQi transmitter to control TSM, and provide the best 

performance results from the #6533 receiver. 

About Traxxas Stability Management (TSM)

Traxxas Stability Management or TSM allows you to experience all the speed 

and acceleration that was engineered into your Traxxas model by helping you 

to maintain control of the vehicle in low-traction situations. TSM helps provide 

straight ahead full-throttle acceleration on slippery surfaces, without fishtailing, 

spinouts, or loss of control. TSM also dramatically improves braking control. High 

speed cornering and control is also made possible as TSM makes corrections for 

you, without intruding on your fun, or creating unexpected side effects.
The recommended (default) setting for TSM is to rotate the knob to the 12:00 

position (the zero mark on the dial). Turn the knob clockwise to increase 

assistance; turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease assistance. Turn the 

knob counterclockwise to its stop to turn TSM completely off. 

Note: 

TSM is deactivated automatically when driving or braking in reverse. 

When driving on surfaces with some traction, decrease the TSM setting to allow 

the vehicle to feel more “loose” for power sliding, drifting, and so on. 

On surfaces with very little traction (loose dirt, smooth concrete, ice/snow), 

increase TSM to maximize acceleration and control. 
Drive with TSM on and off to test how it is making your control of the vehicle 

easier and more precise. For more information, visit Traxxas.com/tsm.

Note: TSM must be completely turned off while adjusting steering trim.

Recommended setting

Decrease 

assistance

Increase 

assistance

Traxxas Link  

Wireless Module  

(part #6511)

RELATED PARTS LIST

Initial setup of the #6533 receiver requires a 

Traxxas TQi transmitter with the Traxxas Link 

Wireless Module installed. 

Consider using 

the Traxxas Power-UP Program to upgrade 

to the newest TQi radio system. Visit 

Traxxas.com for more information.

6528    Transmitter, TQi Traxxas Link enabled, 2.4GHz high output,  

  2-channel (transmitter only) ..................................................................... $100.00

6529   Transmitter, TQi Traxxas Link enabled, 2.4GHz high output, 

  3-channel (transmitter only) ..................................................................... $105.00

6530   Transmitter, TQi Traxxas Link enabled, 2.4GHz high output, 

  4-channel (transmitter only) .................................................................... $115.00

6511   Traxxas Link Wireless Module .......................................... .........................  $45.00

Visitez Traxxas.com/manuals pour télécharger 

les instructions dans votre langue.
Visite la página Traxxas.com/manuals para 

descargar el instrucciones en su idioma.
Auf Traxxas.com/manuals, können Sie 

anleitung in Ihrer Sprache downloaden.

Note: The #6533 receiver only works with the TQi radio system with the 

Multi-Function knob. Initial setup of the receiver requires a Traxxas TQi 

transmitter with the Traxxas Link Wireless Module installed  

(see Related Parts List below).

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