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VXL-3s Specifications

Input voltage:

  

4.8-11.1V (4 to 9 cells  
NiMH or 2S to 3S LiPo)

Supported Motors: 

Brushless

Motor limit: 

None

Continuous current: 

200A

Peak current : 

320A

BEC voltage:

 

6.0V DC

Transistor type:

 

MOSFET

Battery connector:

 

Traxxas High-Current 
Connector

Motor connectors: 

TRX 3.5mm bullet 
connectors

Motor/Battery Wiring:

12-gauge Maxx

®

 Cable

Thermal Protection:

2-stage thermal shutdown

 

ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL

VXL-3s Battery Settings (Low-Voltage Detection Setting)

The Velineon VXL-3s electronic speed control is equipped with built-in Low-Voltage 
Detection. The Low-Voltage Detection circuitry constantly monitors the battery 
voltage. When the battery voltage begins to reach the minimum recommended 
discharge voltage threshold for LiPo battery packs, the VXL-3s will limit the power 
output to 50% throttle. When the battery voltage attempts to fall below the 
minimum threshold, the VXL-3s will shut down all motor output. The LED on the 
speed control will slowly blink red, indicating a low-voltage shutdown. The VXL-3s 
will stay in this mode until a fully charged battery is connected. 
The VXL-3s speed control’s Low-Voltage Detection has been set up for best 
performance with the batteries supplied with your model. If factory-equipped with 
NiMH batteries, the speed control’s LED will glow red when it is turned on, indicating 
Low-Voltage Detection is disabled. If factory-equipped with LiPo batteries, the LED 
will glow green when it is turned on, indicating Low-Voltage Detection is activated. 

Never use LiPo batteries while Low-Voltage Detection is disabled. 

To verify the Low-Voltage Detection setting:

1.  Turn on the transmitter (with the throttle at neutral).
2.  Connect a fully charged battery pack to the VXL-3s. 
3.  Press and release the EZ-Set button to turn the VXL-3s on. If the LED is solid red, 

then the Low-Voltage Detection is DISABLED (not safe to use LiPo batteries). If 
the LED is solid green, then Low-Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED.

To activate Low-Voltage Detection (LiPo setting):

1.  Make sure the LED on the VXL-3s is on and red. 
2.  Press and hold the EZ-Set button for ten seconds. The 

LED will turn off and then light green. Also, a “rising” 
musical tone will be emitted from the motor.

3.  Low-Voltage Detection is now ACTIVATED.

To disable Low-Voltage Detection (NiMH setting):

1.  Make sure the LED on the VXL-3s is on and green. 
2.  Press and hold the EZ-Set button for ten seconds. The 

LED will turn off and then light red. Also, a “falling” 
musical tone will be emitted from the motor.

3.  Low-Voltage Detection is now DISABLED.  

Transmitter Adjustments for the VXL-3s ESC

Before attempting to program your VXL-3s ESC, it is important to make sure that 
your transmitter is properly adjusted (set back to the factory defaults). Otherwise, 
you may not get the best performance from your speed control.

The transmitter should be adjusted as follows:

If the transmitter settings have been adjusted, reset them to the factory defaults. 
1.  Turn the transmitter off.
2.  Hold both MENU and SET.
3.  Turn the transmitter on.
4.  Release MENU and SET. The transmitter LED will blink red.

5. Press SET to clear settings. The LED will turn solid green and the transmitter is 

restored to default.

VXL-3s Setup Programming (Calibrating your ESC and transmitter)

Read through all of the programming steps before you begin. If 
you get lost during programming or receive unexpected results, 
simply unplug the battery, wait a few seconds, plug the battery 
back in, and start over.  
1. Connect a fully charged battery pack to the VXL-3s. 
2. Turn on the transmitter (with the throttle at neutral).
3. Press and hold the EZ-Set button (A). The LED will first 

turn green and then red. Release the EZ-Set button. 

4. When the LED blinks RED ONCE, pull the throttle trigger 

to the full throttle position and hold it there (B).

5. When the LED blinks RED TWICE, push the throttle 

trigger to the full reverse and hold it there (C).

6. When the LED blinks GREEN ONCE, programming is 

complete. The LED will then shine green or red (depending on 
Low-Voltage Detection setting), indicating the VXL-3s is on and 
at neutral (D).

VXL-3s Operation

To operate the speed control and test programming, place the vehicle on a stable 
block or stand so that all of the drive wheels are off the ground. Disconnect motor 
wires “A” and “C” (see page 11), this will ensure the motor does not drive the wheels 
during testing. Do not test programming without disconnecting the motor wires. 
Note that in steps 1-7 below, Low-Voltage Detection is DISABLED (factory default) 
and the LED shines red. If Low-Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED, the LED will shine 
green instead of red in steps 1-7 below. 

Never use LiPo batteries while Low-Voltage 

Detection is disabled. 

1. With the transmitter on, press and release the EZ-Set button. The LED will shine 

red. This turns the VXL-3s on. 

2. Apply forward throttle. The LED will turn off until full throttle power is reached. 

At full throttle, the LED will illuminate red.

3. Move the trigger forward to apply the brakes. Note that braking control is fully 

proportional. The LED will turn off until full braking power is reached. At full 
brakes, the LED will illuminate red.

4. Return the throttle trigger to neutral. The LED will shine red.
5. Move the throttle trigger forward again to engage reverse (Profile #1).  

The LED will turn off. Once full reverse power is reached, the LED  
will illuminate red. 

6. To stop, return the throttle trigger to neutral. Note that there is a programmed 

delay when changing from reverse to forward. This prevents damage to the 
transmission on high-traction surfaces.

7. To turn the VXL-3s off, press the EZ-Set button until the LED turns  

off (.5 seconds). 

Green then Red

A

Once Green

D

Once Red

B

Twice Red

C

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Страница 1: ...owner s manual MODEL 68086 1...

Страница 2: ...e sure and read through the rest of the manual to learn about important safety maintenance and adjustment procedures Turn to page 8 to begin 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 6 TOOLS SUPPLIES...

Страница 3: ...assistance is also available at Traxxas com support You may also e mail customer support with your question at support Traxxas com Join thousands of registered members in our online community at Trax...

Страница 4: ...ty to charge and care for the battery packs properly In addition to your battery and charger instructions here are some more tips to keep in mind Do not charge batteries inside of an automobile Do not...

Страница 5: ...tteries Do not attempt to charge LiPo batteries with the Traxxas charger included in this package Make sure you understand how to use your LiPo batteries Be aware that Traxxas shall not be liable for...

Страница 6: ...S SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Your model comes with a set of specialty metric tools You ll need to purchase other items available from your hobby dealer to operate and maintain your model 4 AA alk...

Страница 7: ...own Caster Block Steering Block Battery Receiver Box Antenna Mount Front Suspension Arm Front Bumper Steering Servo Shock Toe Link Front Camber Link Rear Camber Link Rear Shock Tower Traxxas High Curr...

Страница 8: ...from outside sources 3 Install batteries in the transmitter See page 12 8 Detail your model See sidebar page 9 The transmitter requires 4 AA alkaline batteries sold separately Apply other decals if d...

Страница 9: ...t energize the electromagnetic windings in sequence to provide rotation Opposite of a brushed motor the brushless motor has its windings coils on the perimeter of the motor can and the magnets are mou...

Страница 10: ...lder tabs Transmitter The hand held radio unit that sends throttle and steering instructions to your model Trim The fine tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the servos made by adjusting the t...

Страница 11: ...0 for more info Link Button LED Sensor Expansion Port V T Voltage Temp Sensor Port RPM RPM Sensor Port BATT CH5 Battery Channel 5 CH4 Channel 4 CH3 Channel 3 CH2 Speed Control CH1 Steering Servo CH1 C...

Страница 12: ...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 indicator for a solid green light If the...

Страница 13: ...included foam block in the front of the battery compartment The Traxxas High Current Connector Your model is equipped with the Traxxas High Current Connector Standard connectors restrict current flow...

Страница 14: ...transmitter and start over Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS Throttle Neutral Adjustment The throttle neutral adjustment is located on the t...

Страница 15: ...ttle trigger is at neutral Warning Do not apply full throttle in forward or reverse while the model is elevated 8 Once adjustments are made turn off the receiver on your model followed by the hand hel...

Страница 16: ...ing Sensitivity Negative Exponential By turning the Multi Function knob clockwise the steering sensitivity of the model will be decreased Note that a relatively large amount of steering wheel travel r...

Страница 17: ...actory defaults Otherwise you may not get the best performance from your speed control The transmitter should be adjusted as follows If the transmitter settings have been adjusted reset them to the fa...

Страница 18: ...drive SelectingTrainingMode Profile 3 50 Forward 100 Brakes 50 Reverse 1 Connect a fully charged battery pack to the VXL 3s and turn on your transmitter 2 With the VXL 3s off press and hold the EZ Se...

Страница 19: ...tank is A 3000mAh battery pack will theoretically run twice as long as a 1500mAh sport pack Because of the wide variation in the types of batteries that are available and the methods with which they...

Страница 20: ...ditions The motor will be cooled by water contact and will not give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing Use special care when operating your model in muddy conditions Stop operating your mod...

Страница 21: ...e the receiver from the box simply lift it out and set to the side The antenna wire is still inside the clamp area and cannot be removed yet 3 Remove the wire clamp by removing the two 2 8x8mm cap scr...

Страница 22: ...le to set the camber accurately Adjust the front wheels to 1 2 of negative camber In the rear adjust the wheels to 1 2 of negative camber These adjustments should be set with the truck positioned at i...

Страница 23: ...iver s LED 3 Turn the transmitter power switch on Make certain the transmitter s batteries are not depleted 4 Turn the transmitter s steering trim knob to the center 0 position 5 Disconnect motor wire...

Страница 24: ...Inspect the driveline for signs of wear such as worn drive yokes dirty axle half shafts and any unusual noise or binding If a U joint pops apart then it is time to replace the part Remove the gear cov...

Страница 25: ...ion move the inner camber link ends up to a different attachment hole Position 1 or 2 Position 4 is the stock setting To lower the roll center further move the outer camber link ends to the lower posi...

Страница 26: ...r for proper charging use and storage of LiPo batteries Make sure you understand how to use your LiPo batteries See Safety Precautions and warnings on page 4 for more information TEMPERATURES AND COOL...

Страница 27: ...ely to overturn on high traction surfaces From the factory the front differential is filled with SAE 30 000W viscosity silicone oil The rear differential is filled with grease but can also be tuned wi...

Страница 28: ...of the case 8 To reinstall the differential reverse the steps Refilling the differential 1 Remove the four 2 5x10mm screws from the differential case and carefully pull the diff case halves apart Work...

Страница 29: ...settings you select will represent what you wish to be the servo s maximum travel the Steering Percentage or Braking Percentage functions will not override the End Point settings Steering and Throttle...

Страница 30: ...k green four times repeatedly 4 Press SET once The status LED will blink green once repeatedly 5 Press MENU once The status LED will blink green twice repeatedly 6 Press SET The memory is now selected...

Страница 31: ...esired end point and press set to save To reset max throw Let go of controls and press SET The Menu Tree below shows how to navigate through the TQi transmitter s various settings and functions Press...

Страница 32: ...LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks x3 Press MENU twice red LED blinks x3 Turn steering wheel to desired max left and right travel x8 Press SET to save each position Turn steering wheel to test settin...

Страница 33: ...r averages Use the recording function to document your dashboard view with sound so that you can keep your eyes on your driving and not miss a single apex Manage up to 30 Models with Traxxas Link The...

Страница 34: ...owner s manual 6250 TRAXXAS WAY McKINNEY TEXAS 75070 1 888 TRAXXAS 150130 68086 1 OM EN R01...

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