
XO-1
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TRAXXAS TQ
i
RADIO SYSTEM
INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES
Your TQi 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
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 32 for more information on the transmitter status
LED codes.
SELECTING BATTERIES FOR YOUR MODEL
Your model does not include batteries or a charger. Two identical
batteries equipped with Traxxas High Current connectors are
required. The XO-1 may be operated with NiMH batteries, but LiPo
batteries will provide the best performance, and 3s LiPo batteries are
required to operate the XO-1 at maximum speed. Traxxas Power Cell
iD® batteries are strongly recommended for maximum performance
and safer charging.
The following chart lists available Power Cell batteries for your
model:
Note:
When operating the XO-1 with 2s LiPo or NiMH batteries and
stock gearing, the top speed is 35+mph.
The included optional
high-speed pinion gear is not recommended for use with 2s
LiPo or NiMH batteries.
You can achieve speeds of 50+mph with
2s 5000mAh or larger LiPo batteries by installing an accessory
21-tooth, Mod 1.0 (metric pitch) pinion gear.
SELECTING A CHARGER FOR YOUR MODEL
Make certain you choose the correct type of charger for the
batteries you select. Traxxas recommends you choose a genuine
Traxxas EZ-Peak® iD charger for safer charging and maximum
battery life and performance.
Use the Right Batteries
Your transmitter uses AA
batteries. Use new alkaline
batteries (part #2914). Do not
use rechargeable AA batteries
to power the TQi transmitter,
as they will not provide
sufficient voltage for optimum
transmitter performance.
Caution: Discontinue running
your model at the first sign of
weak batteries (flashing red
light on the transmitter) to
avoid losing control.
If the status LED doesn’t light
green, check the polarity of
the batteries. If you see any
other flashing signal from the
LED, refer to the chart on page
32 to identify the code.
2, 3
LiPo Batteries
2872X
5000 mAh 11.1v 3-Cell (3S) 25C LiPo Battery
2843X
5800 mAh 7.4v 2-Cell (2S) 25C LiPo Battery
2857X
6400 mAh 11.1v 3-Cell (2S) 25C LiPo Battery
2869X
7600 mAh 7.4v 2-Cell (2S) 25C LiPo Battery
2878X
8400 mAh 11.1v 3-Cell (3S) 25C LiPo Battery*
2854X
10000 mAh 7.4v 2-Cell (2S) 25C LiPo Battery*
*Requires TRX Battery Expansion Kit 6426X and 6427X (battery tray relocation required)
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD!
Users of Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries must read the
Warnings and Precautions beginning on page 3. You
MUST use a LiPo charger for LiPo batteries or battery damage
with the potential for fire will result.
Charger
Part No.
NiMH
Compatible
LiPo
Compatible
Battery
iD
Max.
Cells
EZ-Peak Plus,
4 amps
2970
YES
YES
YES
3s
EZ-Peak Live,
12 amps
2971
YES
YES
YES
4s
EZ-Peak Dual,
8 amps
2972
YES
YES
YES
3s
EZ-Peak Live
Dual, 26+ amps
2973
YES
YES
YES
4s