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Use the Right Batteries
Your transmitter uses AA
batteries. Use new alkaline
batteries 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.
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 compartment 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 status LED does not indicate the
charge level of the battery pack installed in the model. Refer to the
Troubleshooting section on page 15 for more information on the
transmitter status LED codes.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Your model includes a “wall charger” that will
charge the supplied battery in approximately
six hours. Plug the charger into the wall. Connect
the included battery pack to the charger output
cord. After six hours (when charging is complete),
unplug the battery from the charger, and unplug
the charger from the wall. Never leave a battery
unattended while charging.
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. See the sidebar for more information.
INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK
Your model includes a 7.2-volt battery pack. To properly balance the
model, it should be installed in the battery compartment on the left
side of the model. Follow these steps to install the battery:
Battery Installation
1. Open the battery
compartment door by
pressing on the release tabs.
2. Install the battery pack with
the battery wires facing the
rear of the model.
3. Route the battery wire through
the slot near the vent.
4. Close the battery door,
making sure not to pinch
the battery wires. Be sure
both release tabs are fully engaged with the door. Do not connect
the battery pack to the ESC at this time.
Note
: always unplug the
battery and remove from the model after use.
Antenna
Tip
Antenna
Tube
1.5mm
Wrench
Set
Screw
Antenna
Mount
TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM
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.
Correct
No
No
No
No
Battery Wire Slot
Battery Orientation
