Traxxas 71074-1 - Manual (Page 14)

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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.
Throttle reversing procedure:
Note: Throttle reversing is often times unnecessary on electric
models, as issues with the throttle can usually be solved by
reprogramming the speed control and/or verifying that the motor
is wired correctly. Before attempting to reverse the throttle channel
using the procedure below, you should first recalibrate the speed
control. Refer to “
Adjusting the Electronic Speed Control ” on page 16.
1. Press and hold the SET button on the transmitter for two seconds.
The status LED will flash green.
2. Move and hold the throttle trigger to the full forward or full brake
position (it does not matter which position you choose).
3. While holding the throttle trigger in position, press the SET button
to reverse the channel.
4. The channel is now reversed. Recalibrate the speed control and
then confirm correct servo operation before running your model.
USING THE RADIO SYSTEM
The TQ 2.4GHz Radio System has been adjusted at the factory for correct
operation with your model. The adjustment should be checked before
running the model, in case of movement during shipping. Here’s how:
1. Turn the transmitter switch on. The status LED on the transmitter
should be solid green (not flashing).
2. Elevate the model on a block or a stand so that all the tires are
off the ground. Make sure your hands are clear of the moving
parts of the model.
3. Plug the battery pack in the model into the speed control.
4. The on/off switch is integrated into the speed control. With the
transmitter on, press and release the EZ-Set button (.25 seconds).
The LED will shine RED (see note, below). This turns the model
on. To turn the VXL-3m off, press and hold the EZ-Set button until
the LED turns off (.5 seconds). Note: If the LED shines green, Low-
Voltage Detection is activated. This may cause poor performance
from the included NiMH battery pack. The default factory setting
is for Low-Voltage Detection to be disabled (LED shines red).
Make sure to turn the Low-Voltage Detection on when using LiPo
batteries. Never use LiPo batteries while Low-Voltage Detection
is turned off. See page 17 for more information.
5. Turn the steering wheel on the transmitter back and forth and
check for rapid operation of the steering servo. Also, check that
the steering mechanism is not loose or binding. If the steering
operates slowly, check for weak batteries.
6. When looking down at the
model, the front wheels should
be pointing straight ahead. If
the wheels are turned slightly
to the left or right, slowly adjust
the steering trim control on
the transmitter until they are
pointing straight ahead.
7. Gently operate the throttle trigger to ensure that you have
forward and reverse operation, and that the motor stops when
the throttle 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-held transmitter.
Range-Testing the Radio System
Before each running session with your model, 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 wheels and other moving parts on the model.
3. 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.
Using Reverse: While driving,
push the throttle trigger
forward to apply brakes.
Once stopped, return the
throttle trigger to neutral.
Push the throttle trigger
forward again to engage
proportional reverse.
TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM
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