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If the status LED doesn’t light
green, check the polarity of the
batteries. If you see any other
flashing signal from the status
LED, refer to the chart on page
13 to identify the code.
If you use rechargeable
batteries in your receiver, be
aware that when they begin
to lose their charge, they lose
power much more quickly than
regular alkaline batteries. Signs
of weak receiver batteries
include sluggish steering
response and shortened radio
range. Caution: Discontinue
running your model at the first
sign of weak batteries to avoid
losing control.
RADIO SYSTEM RULES
• Always turn your TQi 2.4GHz transmitter on first and off last. This
procedure will help to prevent your model from receiving stray
signals from another transmitter, or other source, and running
out of control. Your model has electronic fail-safes to prevent this
type of malfunction, but the first, best defense against a runaway
model is to always turn the transmitter on first and off last.
• In order for the transmitter and receiver to bind to one another,
the receiver in the model must be turned on within 20 seconds
of turning on the transmitter. The transmitter LED will flash fast
red, indicating a failure to link. If you miss it, simply turn off the
transmitter and start over.
• Always have the transmitter and receiver turned on before you
start the engine. Never turn the radio system off while the engine
is running. The on/off switch in the model only turns the receiver
on and off. It does not turn off the engine.
• Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio system.
Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver
and the transmitter. Loss of the radio signal 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/reverse travel of the throttle
trigger. Change the adjustment by pressing
the button and sliding it to the desired
position. There are two settings available:
50/50
: Allows equal travel for both acceleration and reverse.
70/30
: Allows more throttle travel (70%) and less reverse travel (30%).
50/50 is the required setting with TRX 3.3 Racing Engine installed.
Steering Trim
The electronic steering trim located on the
face of the transmitter adjusts the neutral
(center) point of the steering channel.
Note:
Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) must be completely
turned off while adjusting steering trim. See page 13 for TSM
adjustments.
Multi-Function Knob
The Multi-Function knob can be
programmed to control a variety of
functions. From the factory, the Multi-
Function knob controls Traxxas Stability Management (TSM).
For more detail on TSM, refer to page 13.
RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS
Always turn your
transmitter on first.
1
2
3
Always turn your
receiver on second.
Then start your engine.
Make certain the model’s
receiver antenna is properly
installed before operating
your model. See “Installing
the Receiver Antenna.”
Failure to properly install the
receiver antenna will result in
greatly reduced radio range
and potential loss of control.
Remember to always turn the
TQ transmitter on first and off
last to avoid loss of control
and damage to your model.
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