STAMPEDE 4X4 • 11
TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM
RADIO SYSTEM RULES
• Always turn your 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 Failsafes 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.
• 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.
• 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 turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery.
RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS
Steering Trim
The steering trim knob located on the face of the
transmitter adjusts the neutral (center) point of the
steering channel. If your model pulls to the right or
left when the steering wheel is centered, turn the knob until the
model drives straight when the steering wheel is centered.
Channel Reversing
The TQ 2.4GHz transmitter has been programmed with the
correct servo direction settings for your model and should not
require adjustment.
These instructions are for reference and
troubleshooting only.
Reversing a channel reverses the direction of the corresponding
servo. For example, if you turn the steering wheel to the right
and the model turns left, Channel 1 would need to be reversed to
correct the servo direction. Use the following procedures to reverse
the steering and throttle channels, if necessary.
Servo reversing
should only be required if you accidentally reset the direction of
a channel. Do not reverse the steering or throttle channels unless
necessary.
Steering reversing procedure:
1. Press and hold the SET button on the transmitter for two
seconds. The status LED will flash green.
2. Turn and hold the steering wheel to the full left or full right
position (it does not matter which position you choose).
3. While holding the steering wheel in position, press the SET
button to reverse the channel.
4. The channel is now reversed. Confirm correct servo operation
before running your model.
Always turn your
transmitter on first.
Turn on the model.
1
2
Plug in the battery.
3
RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS
Forward
Neutral
Brake/Reverse
TURN
R
IG
H
T
T
U
R
N
LE
FT
Remember, always turn the
transmitter on first and off
last to avoid damage to your
model.
When rechargeable batteries
begin to lose their charge,
they will fade much faster
than alkaline dry cells. Stop
immediately at the first sign
of weak batteries. Never turn
the transmitter off when the
battery pack is plugged
in. The model could run out
of control.
