The Traxxas TQ Radio System
Using the Radio System
The Radio System was pre-adjusted at the factory.
The adjustment should be checked, before running the model,
in case of movement during shipping. Here’s how:
1. Place the Villain EX on the boat stand.
2. Slide the transmitter switch to the “on” position. The red
light should be on and not flashing. A flashing red light
indicates weak transmitter batteries. Weak batteries will
cause the range of your model to be limited and you could
lose control.
3.
Keep fingers and objects away from the propeller.
Push the
switch on the boat to the “on” position. The steering servo
should jump and move to its idle (neutral) position.
4. Operate the steering control on the transmitter (channel 1).
Check for rapid operation of the steering servo and that none
of the steering mechanism is loose or binding. If the servo
operates slowly, check for weak
or discharged 7.2 volt battery
packs. Adjust the “steering trim”
control on the transmitter to
adjust the servo so that the
outdrives are pointing straight
out from the back of the boat.
Also, check to be sure that the
outdrives do not turn more in
one direction than in the other.
If you cannot align the outdrive,
refer to “Centering Your Servo”
on page 21.
5. Operate the throttle control on the transmitter to ensure that
the throttle is operating properly. If the propellers start
spinning after you plug in the battery, or the boat doesn’t
seem to reach full speed, then refer to the directions for
adjusting the electronic speed control on page 16.
Range-Testing the Radio System
Before each running session with your Villain EX, you should
range-test your radio system to ensure that it operates properly.
1. Turn on the radio system and check its operation as
described in the previous section.
2. Have a friend hold the model. Make sure hands and clothing
are clear of the propeller and other moving parts on the
Villain EX.
3. Make sure your transmitter antenna is fully extended,
and then walk away from the model with the transmitter
until you reach the farthest distance you plan to operate
the model.
4. Operate the controls on the transmitter once again to be
sure that the model responds correctly.
5. Do not attempt to operate the model if there is any problem
with the radio system or any external interference with your
radio signal at your location.
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 transmitter
batteries. Never turn the
transmitter off when the
battery pack is plugged in.
The model could run out
of control.
Don’t attempt to
operate your
Villain EX if there
are any problems with
your radio system or
radio interference at
your location.
If the power
indicator doesn’t
light red, check the
polarity of the batteries.
Check rechargeable
batteries for a full charge.
If the radio system
doesn’t appear to
work when the
transmitter and model
switches are turned on,
check for correct battery
installation
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