Traxxas 70054-1 - Manual (Page 12)

12 • 1/16 SLASH 4WD
THE TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM
INSTALLING THE RECEIVER ANTENNA
The receiver antenna and antenna tube
must be properly installed before operating
your model. Follow these steps to install the
antenna and antenna tube:
1. Slide the antenna wire into the antenna tube
to its full extent. When fully inserted, the
wire should reach to approximately 1/2 inch
below the tube cap. Do not leave any slack in
the antenna wire.
2. Remove the set screw from the opening next
to the antenna mount with the supplied
1.5mm “L” wrench.
3. Insert the tube into the antenna mount. Take
care not to crimp the antenna wire.
4. Reinstall and tighten the set screw with the
supplied 1.5mm “L” wrench until it is flush
with the top of the opening. To prevent loss of radio range, do not
kink or cut the black wire, do not bend or cut the metal tip, and do
not bend or cut the white wire at the end of the metal tip. Do not
shorten the antenna tube. See the sidebar for more information.
INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK
Your model includes a 7.2-volt battery pack. To properly balance the
model, it should be installed in the battery compartment on the left
side of the model. Follow these steps to install the battery:
Battery Installation
1. Open the battery
compartment door by pressing
on the release tabs.
2. Install the battery pack with
the battery wires facing the
rear of the model.
3. Route the battery wire through
the slot near the vent.
4. Close the battery door, making
sure not to pinch the battery
wires. Be sure both release tabs
are fully engaged with the door. Do not connect the battery pack to
the ESC at this time. Note: always unplug the battery and remove
from the model after use.
The Traxxas High-Current Connector
Your model is equipped with the Traxxas High-
Current Connector. Standard connectors restrict
current flow and are not capable of delivering
the power needed to maximize the output of the
XL-2.5. The Traxxas connector’s gold-plated terminals with large contact
surfaces ensure positive current flow with the least amount of resistance.
Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector is engineered
to extract all the power your battery has to give.
Using LiPo Packs in Your Model
The XL-2.5 is compatible with 2S and is equipped with Low-Voltage
Detection circuitry to prevent over-discharging. Make certain Low-
Voltage Detection is activated (see page 16 for details) when using
LiPo packs in your model.
Using an Additional Battery for Increased Run Time
Your model only requires one battery pack, but the chassis can
accept two batteries. Your model can be run with two battery packs
to extend run time. The batteries must be connected in parallel,
which will combine the capacity of the two batteries
(for example, two 7.2-volt 1000mAh packs connected in parallel will
deliver a total capacity of 2000mAh, but total voltage will remain 7.2
volts). This is easily done with a parallel Y-harness (Part #3064, sold
separately). Be sure to only use the Y-harness with identical battery
packs; do not mix batteries of different chemistries or capacities.
When operating your model with two batteries, be careful
to monitor the temperature of the speed control and motor
to prevent overheating. Stop running your model and allow
it to cool if the speed control’s thermal overload protection
activates or if the motor temperature exceeds 200°F.
For best off-road handling with two battery packs, consider
installing stiffer springs on your model. Traxxas offers
accessory springs for this purpose; see the parts list included
with your model for part numbers.
Antenna
Tip
Antenna
Tube
1.5mm
Wrench
Set
Screw
Antenna
Mount
Battery Wire Slot
Battery Orientation
Battery iD
Your model’s included battery
pack is equipped with Traxxas
Battery iD. This exclusive
feature allows Traxxas battery
chargers (sold separately)
to automatically recognize
connected battery packs
and optimize the charge
settings for the battery.
This eliminates the need to
worry over charger settings
and menus for the easiest
and safest charging solution
possible. Visit Traxxas.com to
learn more about this feature
and available Traxxas iD
chargers and batteries.
To prevent loss of radio range,
do not kink or cut the black wire,
do not bend or cut the metal tip,
and do not bend or cut the white
wire at the end of the metal tip.
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