1/8 Scale NHRA MODEL 6907 Funny Car Race Replica

OWNERS MANUAL INTRODUCTION

3 BEFORE YOU Thank you for purchasing the Traxxas NHRA Funny Car. In addition PROCEED to capturing the look of a full-size Funny Car with its incredibly Traxxas Support scale appearance, your model accurately simulates genuine Traxxas support is with you every step of the 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Funny Car performance as well. The included Traxxas ET-3S way. Refer to the next page to find out how to Brushless Power System delivers powerful throttle response, and contact us and what your support options are. 5 TOOLS, SUPPLIES, the unique, 4-channel TQi radio system is customized for drag- AND REQUIRED Quick Start EQUIPMENT racing use with its innovative Burnout, Staging, and Race Modes, and electronic Launch Control. Only Traxxas offers such detail, This manual is designed with a Quick 6 ANATOMY OF performance, and fun in a realistic, race replica. Get ready for a new Start path that outlines the necessary THE MODEL kind of R/C experience! procedures to get your model up and running in the shortest time possible. If you are an 7 QUICK START: This manual contains the instructions you will need to operate experienced R/C enthusiast you will find it helpful and fast. GETTING UP and maintain your model so that you can enjoy it for years to Be sure and read through the rest of the manual to learn TO SPEED come. We know you’re excited about getting your new model about important safety, maintenance, and adjustment procedures. Turn to page 7 to begin. 7 RAISING AND on the road, but it’s very important that you take the time to ADJUSTING THE BODY read through the Owner’s Manual. This manual contains all the necessary set-up and operating procedures that will allow you to 8 TRAXXAS TQi unlock the performance potential that Traxxas engineers designed RADIO SYSTEM into your model. Also be sure to read and follow ALL precautions and warnings in this manual, on all documents enclosed with 14 ADJUSTING THE your model, and on all labels or tags attached to your model ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL or model’s accessories. They are there to educate you on how to operate your model safely and also get maximum life and 15 DRIVING YOUR MODEL performance from your model. Even if you are an experienced R/C enthusiast, it’s important to read and follow the procedures in 17 TUNING this manual and all accompanying documents. We work hard every ADJUSTMENTS day to ensure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. We truly want you to enjoy your new model! 21 MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL Thank you again for going with Traxxas.

22 TQi ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE

2 • TRAXXAS BEFORE YOU PROCEED

Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any Support Traxxas accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your If you have any questions about your model or its operation, 6200 Traxxas Way McKinney, TX 75070 model. Failure to follow these instructions will be considered call the Traxxas Technical Support line toll-free at: Phone: 972-265-8000 abuse and/or neglect. 1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927)* Toll-free 1-888-TRAXXAS

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of your Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement and marks are the property of their respective Note: The Power System is NOT WATERPROOF. parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or holders and are used only for purposes of Do not expose the power system to any type of water, identification. No part of this manual may online at BuyTraxxas.com. You can save time, along with shipping condensation, or moisture. Water damage voids warranty coverage. be reproduced or distributed in print or and handling costs, by purchasing replacement parts from your electronic media without the express written local dealer. permission of Traxxas. Specifications are Warnings, Helpful Hints, & Cross-References subject to change without notice. Throughout this manual, you’ll notice warnings and helpful hints Do not hesitate to contact us with any of your product identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! support needs. We want you to be thoroughly satisfied with your new model! An important warning about personal safety or avoiding damage to your model and related components. REGISTERING YOUR MODEL In order to serve you better as our customer, please register Special advice from Traxxas to make things easier your product within 10 days of your purchase online at Traxxas. and more fun. com/register or mail the enclosed registration card. Traxxas.com/register Refers you to a page with a related topic. Ford Oval and nameplates are registered trademarks owned and licensed by Ford Motor Company.

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*US residents only TRAXXAS • 3 Skill Level = Myriad Semi Bold Skill Level = Myriad Semi Bold SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate LiPo Batteries your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and WARNING: Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries require special care and All instructions and fun for you and those around you. Failure to operate your model in handling procedures for long life and safe operation. LiPo batteries precautions outlined in this a safe and responsible manner may result in property damage and are intended only for advanced users that are educated on the risks manual should be strictly serious injury. The precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to ensure safe associated with LiPo battery use. Traxxas does not recommend that followed to help ensure safe operation. You alone must see that the operation of your model. anyone under the age of 14 use or handle LiPo battery packs without bluehighwayinstructions are followed font and the precautions are adhered to. the supervision of a knowledgeable and responsible adult. bluehighway fontIMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER LiPo batteries have a minimum safe discharge voltage threshold that should not be exceeded. The ESC is equipped with built-in Low-Voltage This model is not intended • Your model is not intended for use on public roads or congested Detection that alerts the driverBELOW when LiPo TEXT batteries HAS haveBEEN reached UPDATED their on 3-14-07 for use by children under areas where its operation can conflict with or disrupt pedestrian or minimum voltage (discharge)Kent threshold. wants It is maintenance the driver’s responsibility text to be at the END of the paragraph.-- KB 114 years of2 age without 3 the 3+vehicular traffic. 4 5 BELOW TEXT HAS BEEN UPDATED on 3-14-07 to stop immediately to prevent the battery pack from being supervision of a responsible • Never, under any circumstances, operate the model in crowds of dischargedKent below wants its maintenancesafe minimum threshold. text to be at the END of the paragraph.-- KB 1 2 3and knowledgeable 3+ adult. 4people. 5Your model is very fast and could cause injury if allowed to collide with anyone. Low-Voltage DetectionChoose on the speed the control Model is just That one part is of Right a For You. For individual Models comprehensive plan for safe LiPo battery use. It is critical for you, • Because your model is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio Choose the Model That is Right For You. For individual Models the user, to followNo previous all other experience instructions with radiosupplied controlled by the models battery is required. No previous experience with radio controlled models is required. interference from many sources that are beyond your control. Since manufacturer andModels the require charger a minimum manufacturer of setup, for maintenance, proper charging, or support use, equipment. Model requires a minimum of setup, maintenance, or support equipment. radio interference can cause momentary losses of radio control, always No previousand experiencestorage of with LiPo radio batteries. controlled Make models sure is yourequired. understand how toNo use previous experience with radio controlled models is required. allow a safety margin in all directions around the model in order to Models requireyour LiPo a minimum batteries. of setup, Be aware maintenance, that Traxxas or support shall notequipment. be liable for anyModel requires a minimum Previous of setup, experience maintenance, with orradio support controlled equipment. models is recommended. prevent collisions. Previous experience with radio controlled models is recommended. Model requires a higher level of setup, maintenance, or support equipment. special, indirect,Models incidental, require or a consequentialhigher level of setup, damages maintenance, arising out or support of the equipment. • The motor, battery, and speed control can become hot during use. Be Previous experience with radio controlled models is recommended. Previousinstallation experience and/orwith radio use controlled of LiPo modelsbatteries is recommended.in Traxxas products. Model requires a higher levelPrevious of setup, experience maintenance, with radio or supportcontrolled equipment. models is mandatory. This model is When Operated with NiMH Batteries careful to avoid getting burned. Models require a higher levelPrevious of setup, experience maintenance, with radio or supportcontrolled equipment. models is mandatory. These No previous experience with radio controlled If you have questions about LiPo battery usage, please consult with your capable of high speeds, requiring experienced driving control. Model requires models is required. Models require a minimum of • Don’t operate your model at night, or anytime your line of sight to the local hobby dealermodels or contact are capable the batteryof high speeds, and/or requiring charger experiencedmanufacturer.Previous driving experiencecontrol. withdetailed radio controlled setup, and/or models maintenance is mandatory. procedures This model with is required support setup, maintenance, or support equipment. model may be obstructed or impaired in any way. Previous experience withModels radio controlled require detailed models setup, is mandatory. and/or maintenance These procedurescapable with of high required speeds, requiringequipment. experienced driving control. Model requires (Battery not included) models are capable of highsupport speeds, equipment. requiring experienced driving control. • Most importantly, use good common sense at all times. detailed setup, and/or maintenance procedures with required support Models require detailedImportant! setup,Previous Always and/or experience Use maintenance Low-Voltage with radio procedures Detection controlled withWith models required LiPo Batteries is mandatory.equipment. Previous experience with radio controlled models is mandatory. This model is BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGING support equipment.From theThese factory, models the model’s are capable speed of controlvery high has speeds been setand up require an even higher capable of very high speeds and requires an even higher level of skilled driving The speed control uses rechargeable batteries that must be handled Previous experiencefor LiPo batteries, withlevel radio withof controlled skilled Low-Voltage driving models control. Detection is mandatory. Models enabled. require This detailed system setup, Previous and/or experience mainte- withcontrol. radio controlled Model requires models detailed is mandatory. setup, and/orThis model maintenance is procedures with These modelsis designed are capable tonance prevent of very procedures accidentalhigh speeds with over-discharging andrequired require support an even of equipment. LiPo higher batteries. capable of very high speedsrequired and requiressupport equipment.an even higher level of skilled driving For Expert Driverswith care for safety and long battery life. Make sure to read and follow all instructions and precautions that were provided with your batterylevel of skilledIf you driving choose control. Forto run Expert Models NiMH Drivers requirebatteries Only.detailed in your This setup, model,product and/or the is capable Low-Voltage mainte -of extreme control. speed Model requires detailed setup, and/or maintenance procedures with nance procedures with requiredand acceleration! support equipment. It carries our highest skill level rating andrequired is intended support equipment. For Expert Drivers packs and your charger. It is your responsibility to charge and care for Detection may be switched off to ensure maximum run time with NiMH For Expert Drivers Only. This product is capable of extreme speed your battery packs properly. In addition to your battery and charger For Expertbatteries. Drivers Only. Caution:for This expert Low-Voltage product drivers is capableonly. Detection Experience of extreme MUST with speed be nitro-powered enabled if you radio controlled and acceleration! It carries our highest skill level rating and is intended and acceleration! It carries our highest skill level rating and is intended When Operated with LiPo Batteries instructions, here are some more tips to keep in mind. use LiPo batteriesmodels in isyour required! model. Before using LiPo batteries in yourFor Expert Drivers Only.for This expert product drivers is capableonly. Experience of extreme with speed nitro-powered radio controlled for expert drivers only. Experience with nitro-powered radio controlled Expert Drivers Only! This product is capable of model, make certain you read, understand, and follow all warningsand acceleration! It carriesmodels our highest is required! skill level rating and is intended extreme speed and acceleration! Experience • Never leave batteries to charge unattended. models is required! for expert drivers only. Experience with nitro-powered radio controlled with LiPo batteries and the additional charging, and precautions included in this manual. storage, and operation requirements of LiPo • Remove the batteries from the model while charging. models is required! batteries is required. Ages 14 and under should • Allow the battery packs to cool off between runs (before charging). not use LiPo batteries without adult supervision. • Always unplug the battery from the electronic speed control when the (Battery not included) model is not in use and when it is being stored or transported. • Do not use battery packs that have been damaged in any way. • Do not use battery packs that have damaged wiring, exposed wiring, or a damaged connector. • Children should have responsible adult supervision when charging and 1 handling batteries. 4 • TRAXXAS TOOLS, 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. For more information on SUPPLIED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT: batteries, see Use the Right Batteries on page 12.

Recommended Equipment These items are not required 2.5mm “L” wrench 2.0mm “T” wrench 1.5mm “L” wrench Turnbuckle wrench 4-way wrench for the operation of your model, but are a good idea to include in any R/C toolbox: REQUIRED EQUIPMENT: (sold separately) • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue, Part #6468 (CA glue) See page 11 for a • Hobby knife list of compatible • Side cutters and/or needle Traxxas Power nose pliers Cell batteries • Phillips screwdriver • Soldering iron 4 AA alkaline Rechargeable battery pack with Battery charger batteries Traxxas High-Current Connector EZ-Peak Plus shown (Part#2933)

ALSO AVAILABLE: Take Your Racing to the Next Level With Traxxas DTS-1 (patents pending) Traxxas puts the race in drag race with authentic timing and scoring. The Traxxas DTS-1 staging and timing system uses laser precision to determine the winner with microsecond accuracy and lets you race at distances up to 330 feet (a quarter-mile, in 1/4 scale). Stage your cars with pinpoint accuracy and watch the lights—the DTS-1 system’s LED starting tree lets you select Sportsman or Pro light sequence to start your race. The DTS-1 is completely portable and sets up in minutes to turn any smooth straightaway into your personal dragstrip!

Tune Like the Pros With Traxxas Link. The TQi radio system is Docking Base ready so that you can use your iPhone® or iPod touch® and Traxxas Link (available on the App Store) to capture all the nuances of Pro competition. Traxxas Link also works with the DTS-1 to fill in your time slip with reaction time, elapsed time, and miles per hour. Keep a run history on each of your models. Share time slips and set up races with your friends—Traxxas Link runs the race and fills in the brackets for you. Any two cars can compete fairly, regardless of their top speeds! Race like the pros, using staging strategy to throw off your opponent. Only Traxxas makes drag racing so easy, accurate, fast, and fun--with all the info you need to go even faster next time! See page 27 for more info.

DTS-1, Docking Base, and Traxxas Link App all available separately. TRAXXAS • 5 ANATOMY OF THE MODEL

Motor Traxxas High-Current Electronic Speed Turnbuckle Suspension Connector Control (Toe Link) Arm (Front)

Turnbuckle Battery Steering Chassis Hold-Down Servo Front Wheelie LED Light Bumper Bar Pipe

Battery Compartment Receiver Cover Anti-Roll Bar Shock (Oil Damper)

Battery Hold-Down Retainer Front Bumper Battery Antenna Turnbuckle Compartment Steering Servo Receiver Box Wheelie Bar

Chassis Wheel Bearing Turnbuckle Axle Nut (Trailing Link) Axle Nut QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED

The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the 1. Read the safety precautions on page 4 6. Check servo operation • See page 12 full operating instructions For your own safety, understand where carelessness and misuse Make sure the steering servo is working correctly. available in this manual. could lead to personal injury. Please read this entire manual for complete instructions on the proper 2. Charge the battery pack 7. Range test the radio system • See page 13 use and maintenance of Fully charge a battery pack (not included). Charge your battery Follow this procedure to make sure your radio system works properly your model. now so it will be ready when you finish the other setup procedures. at a distance and that there is no interference from outside sources.

3. Install batteries in the transmitter • See page 11 8. Drive your model • See pages 15-16 The transmitter requires 4 AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries. Driving tips and adjustments for your model.

4. Install battery pack in the model • See page 11 9. Maintain your model • See page 21 Your model requires a fully charged battery pack (not included). Follow these critical steps to maintain the performance of your model and keep it in excellent running condition.

5. Turn on the radio system • See page 12 Make a habit of turning the transmitter on first and off last.

RAISING AND ADJUSTING THE BODY Your model has a realistic tilt-up body and does not require body clips. To raise the body for chassis access, reach beneath the front bumper and pull the latch toward the front of the car and gently lift the body. The rear body pivot has detents and will hold the body in place. The tightness of the pivots may be adjusted by tightening the pivot screw using a 2.5mm hex driver. Note: Over-tightening the pivot screws will result in premature wear of the body mount detents.

Front body height can be adjusted by Look for the Quick Start raising the mount in its holder. To access logo at the bottom of the body mount, first remove the 4x10 countersunk screws that secure the body mount to Quick Start pages. the body. Then, you may remove the 3mm screws that secure the mount, move the mount to the position you wish to use, and reinstall the screws. Refer to the exploded views in your Service and Support Guide for more information.

TRAXXAS • 7 TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM

INTRODUCTION Charging bag – A fire-retardant sleeve used to contain batteries Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with during charging. The charging bag is designed to mitigate Applying Decals Traxxas Link™ Model Memory. The transmitter’s easy-to-use design the effects of a fire or explosion due to the use of an incorrect The main decals for your provides instant driving fun for new R/C enthusiasts, and also offers charger, charger setting, or a damaged battery. ALWAYS charge model have been applied at LiPo batteries in a charging bag or other fire-containment vessel the factory. Additional decals a full complement of pro-level tuning features for advanced users are printed on self-adhesive – or anyone interested in experimenting with the performance of designed for battery charging. clear mylar and are die-cut for their model. The steering and throttle channels feature adjustable Cogging - Cogging is a condition sometimes associated with easy removal. Use a hobby Exponential, End Points, and Sub-Trims. Steering and braking Dual brushless motors. Typically, it is a slight stutter noticed when knife to lift the corner of Rate are also available. Many of the next-level features are controlled accelerating from a stop. It happens for a very short period as a decal and lift it from the by the Multi-Function knob, which can be programmed to control the signals from the electronic speed control and the motor backing. a variety functions. The detailed instructions (page 22) and Menu synchronize with each other. Tree (page 25) included in this manual will help you understand and Current - Current is a measure of power flow through the operate the advanced functions of the new TQi radio system. For electronics, usually measured in amps. If you think of a wire as a additional information and how-to videos, visit Traxxas.com. garden hose, current is a measure of how much water is flowing RADIO AND POWER SYSTEM TERMINOLOGY through the hose. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with these radio and Docking Base – Accessory base for the TQi transmitter that permits power system terms. They will be used throughout this manual. the installation of an Apple iPod touch® or iPhone.® See page 27 for A detailed explanation of the advanced terminology and features of more information. your new radio system begins on page 22. ESC (Electronic Speed Control) - An electronic speed control is To apply the decals, place one 2.4GHz Spread Spectrum – This model is equipped with the latest end down, hold the other end the electronic motor control inside the model. Electronic speed up, and gradually smooth the R/C technology. Unlike AM and FM systems that require frequency controls use power more efficiently than mechanical speed decal down with your finger crystals and are prone to frequency conflicts, the TQi system controls so that the battery runs longer. An electronic speed as you go. This will prevent air automatically selects and locks onto an open frequency, and offers control also has circuitry that prevents loss of steering and throttle bubbles. Placing both ends superior resistance to interference and “glitching.” control as the battery loses its charge. of the decal down and then Balance Charger – A LiPo battery contains individual cells. A balance 4-channel radio system - The TQi radio system, consisting of trying to smooth it out will result in air pockets. Look charger monitors the voltage of each cell and charges the cells the receiver, the transmitter, and the servo. The system uses four at the photos on the box for equally. This assures maximum performance and battery life by channels: one to operate the throttle, one to operate the steering, typical decal placement. preventing individual cells within the pack from over-charging. one to select the driving mode (Burnout, Stage, Race), and one to Traxxas recommends the EZ-Peak Plus balance charger for Traxxas operate the electronic Launch Control (on/off). Power Cell LiPo batteries. Frequency band - The radio frequency used by the transmitter to BEC (Battery Eliminator Circuit) - The BEC can either be in the send signals to your model. This model operates on the 2.4GHz receiver or in the ESC. This circuit allows the receiver and servos direct-sequence spread spectrum. to be powered by the main battery pack in an electric model. This kV Rating - Brushless motors are often rated by their kV number. The eliminates the need to carry a separate pack of 4 AA batteries to kV rating equals no-load motor RPM with 1 volt applied. The kV power the radio equipment. increases as the number of wire turns in the motor decreases. As the Brushless Motor - A D/C brushless motor replaces the brushed motor’s kV increases, the current draw through the electronics also increases. traditional commutator and brush arrangement with intelligent LiPo – Abbreviation for Lithium polymer batteries. This type of electronics that energize the electromagnetic windings in sequence battery chemistry provides the maximum possible performance to provide rotation. Opposite of a brushed motor, the brushless for your model. However, LiPo batteries are not for novice users motor has its windings (coils) on the perimeter of the motor can and and require specific charging and handling to provide reliable and 8 • TRAXXAS the magnets are mounted to the spinning rotor shaft. TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM

safe operation. Follow all the precautions in this manual as well as Traxxas Link – iPhone/iPod touch application that provides access any precautions and warnings included with your batteries before to telemetry data and adjustments in the TQi radio system. Sold charging LiPo batteries and installing them in your model. separately on the App Store (Apple.com). See page 27 for more To prevent loss of radio range do not kink or cut the black wire, information. mAh – Abbreviation for milliamp hour. A measure of the capacity of do not bend or cut the metal tip, the battery pack. The higher the number, the longer the battery Trim - The fine-tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the and do not bend or cut the white will last between recharges. servos, made by adjusting the throttle and steering trim knobs on wire at the end of the metal tip. Neutral position - The standing position that the servos seek when the face of the transmitter. Note: The Multi-Function knob must be the transmitter controls are at the neutral setting. programmed to serve as a throttle trim adjustment. NiMH - Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride, the most common Thermal Shutdown Protection - Temperature sensing electronics radio-control battery type. NiMH packs have lower current used in the electronic speed control detect overloading and handling ability and less capacity than LiPo packs, but are generally overheating of the transistor circuitry. If excessive temperature is lower in cost and provide reliable performance. detected, the unit automatically shuts down to prevent damage to the electronics. Receiver - The radio unit inside your model that receives signals from the transmitter and relays them to the servos. Voltage - Voltage is a measure of the electrical potential difference between two points, such as between the positive battery terminal Correct No No No Resistance - In an electrical sense, resistance is a measure of how an and ground. Using the analogy of the garden hose, while current is object resists or obstructs the flow of current through it. When flow the quantity of water flow in the hose, voltage corresponds to the is constricted, energy is converted to heat and is lost. pressure that is forcing the water through the hose. Rotor - The rotor is the main shaft of the brushless motor. In a brushless motor, the magnets are mounted to the rotor, and the IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS electromagnetic windings are built into the motor housing. • For maximum range, always point the front of the transmitter toward the model. Sensor – Device in the model that gathers data for telemetry such as temperature, voltage, or RPM. • Do not kink the receiver’s antenna wire. Kinks in the antenna wire will reduce range. Sensored - Sensored refers to a type of brushless motor that uses an internal sensor in the motor to communicate rotor position • DO NOT CUT any part of the receiver’s antenna wire. Cutting the information back to the electronic speed control. antenna will reduce range. Sensorless - Sensorless refers to a brushless motor that uses • Extend the antenna wire in the model as far as possible for advanced instructions from an electronic speed control to provide maximum range. It is not necessary to extend the antenna wire out smooth operation. Additional motor sensors and wiring are not of the body, but wrapping or coiling the antenna wire should be required. avoided. Servo - Small motor unit in your model that operates the steering • Do not allow the antenna wire to extend outside the body without mechanism. the protection of an antenna tube, or the antenna wire may get cut or damaged, reducing range. It is recommended to keep the Telemetry – Describes the capability for the model to provide real- wire inside the body (in the antenna tube) to prevent the chance time information such as speed, temperature, RPMs, and voltage of damage. back to the transmitter for display. Transmitter - The hand-held radio unit that sends throttle and steering instructions to your model.

TRAXXAS • 9 TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM

Your model is equipped with the newest TQi 2.4GHz transmitter MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM ET 2400 Motor with Traxxas Link™ Model Memory. The transmitter has four Specifications channels for controlling the throttle modes, electronic Launch Type: Control, and steering. The receiver inside the model has five 1415 Sensorless brushless output channels. Your model is equipped with one servo and an Channel 1 RPM/volt (kV): 2400 electronic speed control. Steering Servo Magnet type: Ultra High-Temperature Transmitter and receiver Sintered Neodymium Connection type: Set Button Throttle Neutral Adjust Motor 3.5mm bullet (ET 2400) Red/Green Status LED Throttle Mode Switch (Channel 4) Wire size: 12 Gauge see page 24 for more info Steering Max RPM: 75,000 Menu Button Wheel Diameter: 36mm (1.42”) Length: 70mm (2.76”) Weight: 299g (10.55oz)

ESC/Motor Wiring Diagram Receiver

V/T - Voltage/Temp Senor Port* RPM - RPM Sensor Port* BATT/ Steering CH5 - Battery/Channel 5* CH4 - Channel 4* Trim CH3 - Channel 3* CH2 - Speed Control CH1 - Steering Servo Multi-Function CH1 - Steering Servo* Knob *Not used

Throttle Trigger High-Current Channel 2 Launch Control Connector ET-3S Electronic Speed Switch (Channel 3) Control Sensor Expansion Port**

Link Button

Power Switch Battery Compartment LED

** Accessory sensor port for use with TQi Docking Base (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information) 10 • TRAXXAS TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM

INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES Power Cell Battery Compatibility Chart Your TQi transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery compartment Standard Battery Item # Clip “Tall” Clip Gearing Speed If the power indicator doesn’t is located in the base of the transmitter. light green, check the polarity 7-Cell Series 5 NiMH Hump 2961 • 14/68 40+mph 1. Remove the battery of the batteries. Check compartment door 8-Cell Series 5 NiMH Hump 2963 • 14/68 40+mph rechargeable batteries for by sliding the 2S 3300mAh LiPo 2840 • 14/68 40+mph a full charge. If you see any door open. 2S 3300mAh LiPo 2840 • 16/68 45+mph other flashing signal from the 2S 3300mAh LiPo 2840 • 18/68 50+mph LED, refer to the chart on page 24 to identify the code. 2. Install the batteries 2S 4000mAh LiPo 2841 • 14/68 40+mph in the correct orientation 2S 4000mAh LiPo 2841 • 16/68 45+mph as indicated in the battery 2S 4000mAh LiPo 2841 • 18/68 50+mph compartment. 2S 4000mAh LiPo 2841 • 20/68 50+mph The following Traxxas High- 3. Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed. 2S 5800mAh LiPo 2843 • 14/68 40+mph Current Connector packages 3S 3300mAh LiPo 2846 • 14/68 55+mph are available from your 4. Turn on the transmitter and check the status hobby dealer. When using 3S 4000mAh LiPo 2849 • 14/68 60+mph indicator for a solid green light. adapters, be careful not to 2S 10000mAh LiPo 2854 • 14/68 40+mph exceed the current rating of If the status LED flashes red, the transmitter 3S 64000mAh LiPo 2857 • 16/68 60+mph the Molex connector. batteries may be weak, discharged, or possibly 3S 64000mAh LiPo 2857 • 18/68 65+mph installed incorrectly. Replace with new or 3S 64000mAh LiPo 2857 • 20/68 70+mph freshly charged batteries. The power indicator light does not indicate the charge level of the Installing the Battery Pack battery pack installed in the model. Refer to the Part #3060 Part #3080 1. Insert the battery into the tray Troubleshooting section on page 24 for more Single Male/Female 2-Pack Female with the High-Current Connector information on the transmitter Status LED codes. positioned towards the front of INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK the car. Your model features a 2-position battery hold-down to 2. Insert the hold-down into the accommodate a variety of LiPo and NiMH batteries. From the lower set of holes in the support. Part #3061 Part #3070 Male Charge Adapter 2-Pack Male factory, the compartment is set up for 6-cell NiMH packs and 3. Align the hold-down over the the Traxxas Power Cell LiPo batteries indicated in the Power Cell retainer and press down until it Battery Compatibility Chart. A “tall” battery strap clip is included snaps into place. to accommodate 7- and 8-cell NiMH hump packs as well as other 4. When you are ready to drive, Traxxas Power Cell LiPo batteries. See the following chart for the connect the battery’s High-Current Part #3062 Female Charge Adapter complete listing of Traxxas Power Cell batteries that may be used in Connector to the speed control. the model. Note: The speed control does not have an on/off switch. Make certain your transmitter is switched on and you are ready to operate Note: Your model requires a battery pack with the model before plugging the battery into the speed control. a Traxxas High-Current connector. Do not attempt to modify or remove the High-Current Removing the Battery Packs Connector to allow fitment of a battery with 1. Unplug the High-Current Connector. a different connector. Modifying or removing the High-Current 2. Flex the retainer away from the battery. 3,4 Connector will void the model’s 90-day Electronics Warranty. 3. Lift the battery hold-down up and remove the battery. TRAXXAS • 11 TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM

RADIO SYSTEM RULES you can launch as quickly as possible without breaking traction and • Always turn your TQi transmitter on first and off last. This spinning the tires. Slippery conditions require less torque; high- Remember, always turn the procedure will help to prevent your model from receiving stray traction conditions allow you to increase the torque setting. TQi transmitter on first and off last to avoid damage to signals from another transmitter, or other source, and running out Adjusting the Torque Control is simple. To increase torque, turn the your model. of control. Your model has electronic failsafes to prevent this type Multi-Function knob clockwise. Turning the knob to its stop will of malfunction, but the first, best defense against a runaway model result in zero torque limiting (maximum power). To reduce torque, is to always turn the transmitter on first and off last. turn the Multi-Function knob counterclockwise. For racing, you will • In order for the transmitter and receiver to bind to one another, typically adjust the Torque Control setting until you can launch Use the Right Batteries the receiver in the model must be turned on within 20 seconds at full throttle without spinning the tires. See “Driving your Model” Your transmitter uses AA of turning on the transmitter. The transmitter LED will flash fast on page 15 for more information. Note: Extremely limited torque batteries. Use new alkaline red, indicating a failure to link. If you miss it, simply turn off the settings will greatly inhibit vehicle performance and will make batteries, or rechargeable the model behave as though its battery is low. batteries such as NiMH (Nickel transmitter and start over. Metal Hydride) batteries in • Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery. Steering Trim your transmitter. Make sure • Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio system. The electronic steering trim located on the rechargeable batteries are Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver face of the transmitter adjusts the neutral fully charged according to the (center) point of the steering channel. manufacturer’s instructions. and the transmitter. Loss of the radio signal can cause you to lose control of your model. Using the Radio System If you use rechargeable The TQi Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the factory. The batteries in your transmitter, Radio System Basic Adjustments adjustment should be checked before running the model, in case be aware that when they begin Throttle Neutral Adjustment to lose their charge, they lose The throttle neutral adjustment is located on the of movement during shipping. Here’s how: power more quickly than transmitter face and controls the forward/reverse 1. Turn the transmitter switch on. The status LED on the regular alkaline batteries. travel of the throttle trigger. Change the adjustment transmitter should be solid green (not flashing). by pressing the button and sliding it to the desired Caution: Discontinue running 2. Elevate the model on a block or a stand so that all the tires are your model at the first sign of position. There are two settings available: off the ground. Make sure your hands are clear of the moving weak batteries (flashing red 50/50: Allows equal travel for both acceleration and reverse. parts of the model. light) to avoid losing control. 70/30: Allows more throttle travel (70%) and less reverse travel (30%). 3. Plug the battery pack in the model into the speed control. Note: We strongly recommend to leave this control in its factory The model is now ON. location until you become familiar with all the adjustments 4. Turn the steering wheel on the transmitter back and forth and When rechargeable batteries and capabilities of your model. To change the throttle neutral check for rapid operation of the steering servo. Also, check that begin to lose their charge, adjust position, turn the transmitter off before adjusting the the steering mechanism is not loose or binding. If the steering they will fade much faster neutral position. You will need to reprogram your electronic operates slowly, check for weak batteries. than alkaline dry cells. Stop speed control to recognize the 70/30 setting. Turn to ESC Setup 5. When looking down at the model, the front wheels should be immediately at the first sign Programming on page 14 for instructions. pointing straight ahead. If the wheels are turned slightly to of weak batteries. Never turn Torque Control Setting (Multi-Function Knob) the left or right, slowly adjust the steering trim control on the the transmitter off when the transmitter until they are pointing straight ahead. battery pack is plugged The Multi-Function knob can be in. The model could run out programmed to control a variety of 6. Gently operate the throttle trigger to ensure that you have of control. functions. From the factory, the Multi- forward and reverse operation, and that the motor stops when Function knob controls the Torque Control the throttle trigger is at neutral. WARNING: Do not apply full setting. Torque Control allows you to set throttle in forward or reverse while the model is elevated. the amount of torque limiting the speed control will provide. The 7. Once adjustments are made, unplug the model first, and then 5, 6 ideal setting will match the car’s torque to the available traction, so turn off the transmitter. 12 • TRAXXAS TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM

RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS the model towards and past your position. In addition to maximizing the radio’s range, this technique will keep your model closer to you, making it easier to see and control. Using Reverse: While driving, push the throttle trigger Your model’s radio system is designed to operate reliably up to the forward to apply brakes. approximate distance that it is no longer easy or comfortable to see and Once stopped, return the control the model. Most drivers will struggle to see and drive their model throttle trigger to neutral. at distances farther than a football field (300+ feet). At greater distances, Push the throttle trigger you could lose sight of your model and you may also exceed the radio forward again to engage system’s operating range, which will cause the failsafe system to activate. proportional reverse. For best visibility and control of your model, keep your model within 200 feet, regardless of the maximum range available. No matter how fast or far you drive your model, always leave adequate space between you, the model, and others. Never drive directly toward yourself or others. Automatic Failsafe TQi Binding Instructions The TQi transmitter For proper operation, the transmitter and receiver must be and receiver are equipped electronically ‘bound.’ This has been done for you at the factory. with an automatic failsafe Should you ever need to re-bind the system or bind to an additional system that does not require transmitter or receiver, follow these instructions. Note: The receiver user programming. In the event of signal loss or must be powered on for binding and the transmitter and receiver interference, the throttle must be within 5 feet of each other. will return to neutral and 1. Press and hold the transmitter’s SET button as you switch the the steering will hold its transmitter on. The transmitter’s LED will flash red slowly. last commanded position. If Range-Testing the Radio System 2. Press and hold the receiver’s LINK button as you switch on the failsafe activates while you Before each running session with your model, you should range-test speed control by plugging a battery into it. are operating your model, your radio system to ensure that it operates properly. determine the reason for 3. When the transmitter and receiver’s LEDs turn solid green, the 1. Turn on the radio system and check its operation as described in signal loss and resolve the system is bound and ready for use. Confirm that the steering and the previous section. problem before operating throttle operate properly before driving your model. your model again. 2. Have a friend watch the model. Make sure hands and clothing are clear of the wheels and other moving parts on the model. Setting up the Antenna In order to re-acquire the 3. Walk away from the model with the transmitter until you reach The receiver antenna has been set up signal after the failsafe has the farthest distance you plan to operate the model. and installed from the factory. The activated, you will need to antenna is secured by a 3x4mm set Antenna walk a longer distance closer 4. Operate the controls on the transmitter once again to be sure screw. To remove the antenna tube, Tip to the model than the distance that the model responds correctly. simply remove the set screw with the the model travelled out of 5. Do not attempt to operate the model if there is any problem with included 1.5mm wrench. Antenna range. Simply keep walking Tube the radio system or any external interference with your radio When reinstalling the antenna, slide the towards the model until you signal at your location. wire into the bottom of the tube until re-acquire the signal. the white tip of the antenna is at the Higher Speeds Require Greater Distance top of the tube under the black cap. Next, insert the tube into the The faster you drive your model, the more quickly it will near the mount, making sure the antenna wire is in the slot in the antenna limit of radio range. At 60mph, a model can cover 88 feet every second! mount. Install the set screw next to the antenna tube. Use a 1.5mm It’s a thrill, but use caution to keep your model in range. If you want to wrench to tighten the screw. Do not over-tighten. Do not bend or see your model achieve its maximum speed, it is best to position yourself kink the antenna wire or shorten the antenna tube. 7 in the middle of the model’s running area, not the far end, so you drive TRAXXAS • 13 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL

The ET-3S speed control should not need reprogramming with Note: Low-Voltage Detection is the seventh programming mode. In normal use. However, if you install a different radio system in your order to skip Programming Modes 1–6, make sure you push the throttle ET-3S Specifications model, or change the transmitter’s throttle-neutral setting from trigger to REVERSE, then release to neutral, as indicated in the steps Cells: 50/50 to 70/30, you will need to reprogram the speed control. below. Failure to do so may cause unintended reprogramming of your 8-cell NiCad/NiMH, 3S LiPo Follow these instructions to reprogram the speed control: speed control, resulting in poor performance of your vehicle. Resistance: 0.0003 Ohms per phase 1. Elevate the model so the rear wheels are off the ground and 5. Push the throttle trigger to the reverse position and hold until the speed control beeps quickly, then release. The speed control will Brake : install the battery of your choice in the battery compartment. Proportional with 2. Switch on your transmitter. beep once, pause, and then beep twice to signify that you are in adjustable curve Programming Mode 1, Option 2. 3. Hold full throttle while you switch the model on by plugging Reversible: 6. Continue to push reverse/release to neutral until you hear Yes - with lockout a charged battery pack into the ET-3S controller. After a few seconds, you will hear multiple tones and the RED LED will light. seven beeps, a pause, and then one beep, signaling you are in Low-Voltage Detection: Programming Mode 7, Option 1. Programmable 4. Hold full brake. After a few seconds, you will hear multiple tones 7. Pull the trigger to full throttle and hold until the speed control Case Size: and the YELLOW LED will light. 1.75”x1.44”x0.85” beeps quickly, then release. This will disable Low-Voltage 5. Release the trigger to the neutral position. After a few seconds, Detection. You should hear eight beeps, a pause, then one beep, Weight with Wires: you will hear multiple tones and ALL THE LEDs will light. 121g signaling you have moved to the next programming mode. Connector Type: 6. Wait a few more seconds for the speed control to “arm,” 8. At this point, you can power off the speed control; then, power 3.5mm bullet indicated by a double tone. You are now ready to drive. it back on to return to normal operation, or you can continue to Low-Voltage Detection push reverse/release to neutral six more times, making sure that you hear the fast confirmation beeps for each action. After the Important! Always Use Low-Voltage Detection with LiPo sixth time, the speed control will emit a tone, indicating the end The Traxxas ET-3s speed Batteries. From the factory, the model’s speed control of the programming cycle and the return to normal operation. control is powered by Castle. has been set up for LiPo batteries, with Low-Voltage Detection Additional features and To enable Low-Voltage Detection for use with LiPo instructions are available enabled. This system is designed to prevent accidental over- in the Driver’s Ed Guide at discharging of LiPo batteries. CAUTION: Low-Voltage Detection batteries, follow steps 1–5 above. For steps 6 and 7, CastleCreations.com. MUST be enabled if you use LiPo batteries in your model. continue to push reverse/release to neutral until you hear seven beeps, a pause, and then two beeps. Pull the trigger to full If you choose to run NiMH batteries in your model, Low-Voltage throttle and hold until the speed control beeps quickly, then Detection may be switched off to ensure maximum run time. Follow release. This will enable Low-Voltage Detection. Complete step 8 these steps to access the Low-Voltage Detection programming to return to normal operation. mode: 1. Turn your transmitter on and hold full throttle. If you have questions or require technical assistance while performing this procedure, please contact Traxxas Technical 2. While holding full throttle, plug a fully charged battery into the Support at 1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927). Outside of the US, call speed control. Note: You may need assistance to complete this step. +1-972-265-8000. 3. Continue to hold full throttle. After a few seconds, you will hear four consecutive beeps, signaling full-throttle calibration. 4. Continue to hold full throttle. Once you hear a second set of four beeps, release the throttle to neutral. You are now in programming mode.

14 • TRAXXAS DRIVING YOUR MODEL

Your model does much more than simulate the look of a full-size Race Mode: Move the switch to the forward position to Funny Car; it also simulates its performance. In drag racing, a access Race Mode. This mode enables the transmitter’s Do Not Operate your Funny Car competitor will first warm up the tires by performing a Multi-Function Knob to control the motor’s torque. model in Wet Conditions Burnout. The driver will spin the rear tires, heating them until they If the Multi-function Knob is turned fully clockwise, Your new Traxxas model smoke, to warm and soften the rubber for maximum grip. Once the torque will not be limited and the model will put the maximum features a waterproof car is Staged (properly positioned on the starting line), the driver torque to the ground. As the Multi-Function Knob is turned steering servo, but the will engage a Launch Control system that allows the engine to counterclockwise, the torque-limiting effect is increased and the electronic speed control, be revved up and held to the RPM the driver wants for the start of model will put less torque to the ground. Race Mode can be used in motor, receiver box, the race. When the race begins, the driver disengages the Launch conjunction with Launch Control. receiver, and the model

Control to instantly launch the car down the track, and uses the itself are not waterproof Using Launch Control (patents pending) throttle pedal to modulate power and stay on the edge of traction. or water-resistant. Do not In full-size drag cars, a launch control system Your model features Burnout, Staging, and Race modes, plus an operate the model in wet electronic Launch Control, that allow you to race in exactly the allows the driver to rev the engine to the RPM conditions, including wet same way. best for launching the car, and hold the RPM pavement. Do not run the without moving the car until the lights go green. model through puddles. Burnout, Staging, and Race Modes The model’s electronic launch control system Operating this model on The three-position switch on top of the TQi transmitter controls allows a similar technique. wet surfaces will reduce the three power modes: Burnout, Staging, and Race. Set the Launch Control switch so the top half of the switch is control and may damage Burnout Mode: Out of the box, the switch should be depressed. Launch Control is now engaged, and you can operate the electronics, resulting in in the rearmost position, which is Burnout Mode. In the throttle trigger without causing the model to move. Hold the loss of control. this mode, there is no torque limiting. Use this mode trigger to full throttle with the model in Race Mode. When you’re to perform a burnout to warm the tires before a run ready to launch the car, depress the lower half of the Launch (see “Warming the Tires for Maximum Traction”). Burnout Mode Control switch. The transmitter will automatically apply full throttle can also be used for general driving and for racing. Burnout with the torque limit you’ve selected using the Multi-Function Mode can be used with the Launch Control system (see “Using Knob. Proportional throttle control is not affected. If you experience Launch Control”) wheel spin, you can reduce throttle input by adjusting the trigger position. Note: Launch Control must be engaged while in Stage Staging Mode (patents pending): Move the switch to the Mode for it to function properly when used in Burnout or Race middle position to access Staging Mode. This mode Mode. Engaging Launch Control after switching to Burnout or Race provides very fine low-speed control so you may easily mode will not affect throttle or braking. stage the car when racing with the DTS-1 staging system and starting tree, or when simply using a starting line Warming the Tires for Maximum Traction drawn on the pavement. When in staging mode, pulling the trigger Just like a full-size Funny Car, the model’s traction can be enhanced approximately half way will cause the speed control to move the by doing a “burnout” to warm the tires. To do a burnout, hold car in very small increments by rotating the motor’s output shaft the wheelie bar as you apply the throttle so the tires spin on the just 1/8 of a turn at a time. The car will “click” toward the starting pavement. Do not press the tires to the pavement, simply restrain line. As you pull the trigger closer to the grip, the car will “click” the car from moving forward. A burnout should last 5 seconds or toward the line faster, until it achieves a steady crawl. You can less. It is normal to smell warm rubber when performing a burnout, move the car one “click” at a time by tapping the throttle trigger. but the tires will not smoke. Run the car after the burnout to check The Staging Mode also works in reverse, in case you pull the car available traction, and repeat the burnout if necessary to achieve too far forward while staging. Staging Mode will operate with or the desired level of traction. Avoid consecutive burnouts without without Launch Control engaged. Note: Do not drive the model in running or resting the vehicle between burnouts, or you may Staging Mode for extended periods or overheating may result. overheat the speed control. 8 TRAXXAS • 15 DRIVING YOUR MODEL

Racing Sequence Recap many sources beyond your control. Since radio interference can cause momentary To get the best possible drag-racing performance from your model, losses of control, allow a safety margin of space in all directions around the model in follow these steps: order to prevent collisions. • Do not drive the model at night, on public streets, or in large crowds of people. • If the model becomes stuck against an object, do not continue to run the motor. 1. Select Burnout Mode and perform a Remove the obstruction before continuing. Do not push or pull objects with burnout to warm the tires. the model. • Use good, common sense whenever you are driving your model. Intentionally driving in an abusive and rough manner will only result in poor performance and broken parts. Take care of your model so that you can enjoy it for a long time 2. Select Staging Mode. to come. • High performance vehicles produce small vibrations that may loosen hardware over time. Frequently check wheel nuts and other screws on your vehicle to ensure that all hardware remains properly tightened. 3. Engage Launch Control by About Run Time depressing the upper half of the A large factor affecting run time is the type and condition of your batteries. The switch. Then stage the car. milliamp hour (mAh) rating of the batteries determines how large their “fuel tank” is. A 5000mAh battery pack will theoretically run twice as long as a 2500mAh pack. Because of the wide variation in the types of batteries that are available and the 4. Select Race Mode. methods with which they can be charged, it’s impossible to give exact run times for the model. Another major factor that affects run time is how the model is driven. Run times may decrease when the model is driven repetitively from a stop to top-speed and with repetitive hard acceleration. 5. Hold the throttle trigger to full throttle. Tips for Increasing Run Time • Use batteries with the highest mAh rating you can purchase. • Read and follow all maintenance and care instructions provided by the 6. On the “Go!” signal, disengage Launch manufacturer of your batteries and charger. Control to launch the car. Use the • Keep the electronic speed control cool. Make certain airflow to the speed control trigger to adjust throttle input during is unimpeded. your run. • Use the correct Low-Voltage Detection setting for your battery (see page 14). Low- Voltage Detection can be off for maximum NiMH battery runtime. Never use LiPo DRIVING PRECAUTIONS batteries while Low-Voltage Detection is turned off. Here are some important precautions to keep in mind. • Lower your gear ratio. Installing a smaller pinion or larger spur gear will lower your • Allow the model to cool for a few minutes between runs. This is particularly gear ratio, causing less power draw from the motor and battery, and reducing important when using high capacity battery packs that allow extended periods of overall operating temperatures. running. Monitoring temperatures will extend the lives of the batteries and motor. • Maintain your model. Do not allow dirt or damaged parts to cause binding in the • Do not continue to operate the model with low batteries or you could lose control drivetrain. Keep the motor clean. of it. Indications of low battery power include slow operation, sluggish servos (slow to return to center), or ESC shutdown due to low voltage. Stop immediately at the mAh Ratings and Power Output first sign of weak batteries. When the batteries in the transmitter become weak, the The mAh rating of the battery can affect your top speed performance. The higher power light will begin to flash red. Stop immediately and install new batteries. capacity battery packs experience less voltage drop under heavy load than low mAh • Because the model is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio interference from rated packs. The higher voltage potential allows increased speed until the battery begins to become discharged. 16 • TRAXXAS TUNING ADJUSTMENTS

Once you become familiar with driving your model, you might need Adjusting the Anti-Roll Bar to make adjustments for better driving performance. Your model is equipped with an anti-roll bar to adjust its Adjusting the Toe-in “roll-stiffness,” the tendency Geometry and alignment specs play an important roll in your for the chassis to lean in turns. Decrease Increase model’s handling. Take the time to set them correctly. Set the As shown in the illustration, Stiffness Stiffness steering trim on your transmitter to neutral. Now, adjust your servo moving the link toward the and tie rods so that both wheels are pointing straight ahead and are front of the car will decrease parallel to each other (0-degrees toe-in). This will ensure the same the stiffness of the anti-roll bar, allow greater chassis lean and amount of steering in both directions. more cornering traction. Moving the link toward the rear of the car For increased stability, add one- to two-degrees of toe-in to each will increase the stiffness of the anti-roll bar and reduce cornering front wheel. Use the turnbuckles to adjust the alignment. traction. To adjust the link, loosen the setscrew in the upper link’s Ride Height pivot using the 1.5mm hex driver included with your model. Slide Ride height can be adjusted by turning the spring pre-load adjusters the link to the desired position, then tighten the set screw. To on the shock bodies. Turn the adjusters to the left to raise the maintain balanced handling, always adjust the left and right sides of ride height. Turn them to the right to lower the ride height. When the anti-roll bar equally. adjusting spring pre-load be sure to change the adjustment equally Caution: Since the car is a drag-racing model and is engineered on the left and right sides so the suspension remains balanced. primarily to run in a straight line, it will not corner as effectively as Optimum ride height is 15mm clearance between the front of the a general-purpose car. Reduce corner speed to prevent rolling the chassis and the ground and 18mm between the rear of the chassis car over while turning. and the ground. Always set the ride height so the chassis has a Adjusting the Rear Suspension Linkages slight forward rake, with the rear ride height slightly higher than the The model’s rear suspension front ride height. has been designed for maximum drag racing Upper Link performance. On high- Optional Position traction surfaces, you may Lower Link 0°-2° 0°-2° wish to experiment with Optional Position reducing the tendency for the rear end to “squat” Not Used and transfer weight to the rear axle. The rear suspension’s side links each have an additional adjustment hole on the transmission that will decrease squatting under acceleration. To further reduce squatting, the upper link may be moved to its optional position on the transmission as well. Note: The side links’ chassis mounts have an open upper position, but using this position requires the sway bar to be removed. Removing the swaybar is not Factory Toe-In Settings recommended. Front: 0-degrees Rear: 0-degrees, non-adjustable

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Adjusting the Wheelie Bar Removing the Rear Shocks The model’s wheelie bar can be set very precisely to ensure To gain access to the rear shocks, follow these steps. Refer to Important: The shocks are proper weight transfer for maximum traction. To raise or lower the the exploded views in the included Service and Support Guide assembled at the factory with a center-to-center height of the wheelie bar, use the supplied 4mm wrench to turn for reference: distance (between the rod the turnbuckle. If you are holding the rear of the car toward you, 1. Using the 7mm wrench included with your model, remove the end balls) of 48mm. Any time turning the turnbuckle counterclockwise will lower the wheelie bar axle nuts from the rear wheels, and then remove the wheels. the shocks are removed and (resulting in lower wheelies), and turning it clockwise will raise the 2. Using the 2.0mm hex driver included with your model, remove disassembled, this distance wheelie bar (to allow higher wheelies). Experiment to see which should be checked to ensure the upper and lower screws that secure the shocks. proper operation of the setting gives the best weight transfer and performance. suspension. Replacing Shock Oil SHOCKS The shocks have to be removed from the vehicle and disassembled The 4 oil-filled shocks (dampers) effectively to change the oil. control the suspension movement by 1. Remove the lower spring retainer and preventing the wheels and tires from shock spring. continuing to “bounce” after rebounding from a bump. Changing the oil in the shocks 2. Remove the upper shock cap. If you can vary the suspension damping effect. cannot unscrew the cap with your Changing the oil to a higher viscosity oil will fingers, pass the 2mm ‘L’ wrench 48mm increase damping. Lowering the viscosity of through the cap’s eyelet so you can apply more leverage. Turn the oil will cause the suspension damping to the cap counterclockwise to loosen it. be reduced. Damping should be increased (with higher viscosity oil) 3. Empty the used shock oil from the shock body. if the model is bottoming out easily. Damping should be decreased 4. Fill the shock with new silicone shock oil up to the top of the (with thinner viscosity oil) if the model is hopping over small bumps shock body. and feels unstable. The viscosity of shock oil is affected by extremes in operating temperature; an oil of certain viscosity will become 5. Slowly move the piston up and down (always keeping it less viscous at higher temperatures and more viscous at lower submerged in oil) to release the air bubbles. Let the shock sit for temperatures. Operating in regions with cold temperatures may a few minutes to allow any remaining air bubbles to surface. require lower viscosity oil. Your model’s shocks are filled with 60 6. Slowly thread the upper cap with the installed shock bladder weight oil in the front and 40 weight oil in the rear. Only use 100% onto the shock body. The excess oil will bleed out of the small silicone oil in the shock. hole in the shock cap. 7. Tighten the shock cap until snug. Removing the Front Shocks To gain access to the front shocks, follow these steps. Refer to Springs the exploded views in the included Service and Support Guide The front and rear springs on the model have identical spring rates, for reference: but different lengths. Ensure the triple orange springs (three orange 1. Gently flex the suspension arms to free the shocks’ caps from the arms. marks on the spring) are on the rear, and the double orange springs (two orange marks) are on the front. The springs’ preload can be 2. Using the 2.0mm hex driver included with your model, remove adjusted by turning the spring pre-load adjuster. Adjusting the pre- the screw that secures the lower shock mount. load changes the ride height. Adjust the preload so that the ride 3. Lift the shocks out of the chassis. height at the front of the model is 14-15mm and the ride height at 4. Gently flex the lower shock mount to release the shocks. the rear of the model is 16-18mm. Rougher surfaces may require increased ride height. 18 • TRAXXAS TUNING ADJUSTMENTS

GEARING AND DIFFERENTIAL 4. Remove the existing pinion gear from the motor shaft. Gearing Compatibility Chart: The chart below shows Changing the gearing allows you to fine tune the speed of the 5. Using the 2.5mm “L” wrench, loosen the two screws that secure model and control the temperatures of the battery packs and recommended gear combination the motor. You do not need to remove the screws completely. ranges for your model. motor. Use a lower gear ratio (numerically larger) to reduce current 6. Slide the new pinion onto the motor shaft. If installing a larger draw and temperatures. Use a higher gear (numerically lower) pinion, you will need to slide the motor back in its mount for spur Spur Gear to increase top speed. Use the following formula to calculate the gear clearance. 62 65 68 overall ratio for combinations not listed on the gear chart: 7. Align the pinion’s set screw with the flat side of the motor’s shaft, 13 --- # Spur Gear Teeth = Final Gear Ratio and align the pinion with the spur gear. Tighten the set screw. 14 - - 4.86 # Pinion Gear Teeth 15 - - 4.53 8. Adjust the gear mesh so there is just a “tick” of free play between 16 - - 4.25 When using “higher” gear rations (numerically lower), it is important the pinion and spur gear. 17 - 3.82 4.00 to monitor the temperatures of the battery and motor. If the battery 9. Tighten the motor mounting screws and re-install the pinion cover. 18 - 3.61 3.78 is extremely hot (150°F), and/or the motor is too hot to touch

Pinion Gear 19 - 3.52 3.58 (200°F), your model is probably over-geared and drawing too much Adjusting Gear Mesh 20 3.10 3.25 3.40 current. This temperature test assumes that the model is close to Incorrect gear mesh is the most Strip of 21 2.95 3.10 3.24 factory stock weight and operates freely with no excessive friction, common cause of stripped spur Paper 22 2.82 2.95 3.09 dragging, or binding, and the battery is fully charged and in good gears. Gear mesh should be 23 2.70 2.83 2.96 condition. Note: Check and adjust gear mesh if a spur and/or pinion checked and adjusted anytime Motor gear is changed. a gear is replaced. To set the Screws gear mesh, cut a narrow strip Stock out-of-box setup, recommended for most running This model is equipped with a Traxxas ET 2400 motor. The gear of notebook paper and run it Usable gearing range combination that comes stock on each model provides good overall into the gear mesh. Loosen acceleration and top speed. the motor screws and slide Fits, but not recommended Repetitive starting and stopping will result in motor overheating. the motor and pinion gear into the spur gear. Retighten the motor The speed control’s thermal overload protection system will screws and then remove the strip of paper. You should be able to shut down power in the event of severe overheating. The model run a fresh strip of paper through the gears without binding them. will operate normally once the speed control reaches safe Tuning the Differential operating temperature. To prevent motor overheating, only use The action of the model’s rear gear differential can be tuned for recommended gearing. different driving conditions and performance requirements. From Changing the Pinion Gear the factory, the differential is sealed to maintain consistent long-term Follow these steps to alter the gearing of your model. The required performance. Changing the oil in the differential with either lower tools are included with your model. Refer to the exploded views in or higher viscosity oil will vary the performance characteristics of the included Service and Support Guide for reference: the differential. Changing to a higher viscosity oil in the differential will reduce the tendency for motor power to be transferred to the 1. Remove the right rear wheel using the 7mm socket on wheel with the least traction. Higher viscosity (thicker) oil causes the the 4-way wrench. differential to act like a limited-slip differential, distributing more 2. Remove the screw holding the pinion cover with equal power to the left and right wheels. Your model will generally a 2.0mm “L” wrench. benefit from higher viscosity oil when being driven on low traction 3. Loosen the setscrew that secures the pinion with a 1.5mm “L” surfaces. From the factory, the differential is filled with SAE 500K wrench. It does not have to be removed completely. viscosity silicone oil. The differential must be removed from the

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vehicle and disassembled to change/replace oil. Follow the steps CENTERING YOUR SERVO below to access and refill the differential. Refer to the exploded views If you have removed the servo horn from your model’s steering in the included Service and Support Guide for reference. The required servo, or the servo has been removed for service or cleaning, the tools are included with your model: servo must be re-centered prior to installation of the servo horn or 1. Remove the right wheel and left wheel using the 7mm socket installation of the servo in the model. on the 4-way wrench. 1. Remove the servo horn from the steering servo. 2. Remove the wheel hex and hex pin from both sides. 2. Connect the steering servo to Channel 1 on the receiver. Connect 3. Remove the four screws on the right side spur gear cover using the electronic speed control (ESC) to Channel 2. The white wire on the 2mm “T” wrench. the servo lead is positioned towards the receiver’s LED. 4. Pull the differential assembly out (this includes the internal 3. Turn the transmitter power switch on. Make certain the differential housing and two driveshafts). transmitter’s batteries are not depleted. 5. Remove the four screws from the left-hand side of the internal 4. Turn the transmitter’s steering trim knob to the center differential housing using the 2mm “T” wrench. “0” position. 6. Once all four screws are removed, pull the two differential 5. Disconnect the black and white motor wires to prevent the motor housing halves apart. Be sure to keep the gasket seal for the from turning during the next steps. Connect a fresh battery pack two halves. to the speed control. The servo’s output shaft will automatically jump to its center position. 7. Clean out existing differential fluid. 6. Install the servo horn onto the servo output shaft. The servo horn 8. Fill the right side of the differential housing with the new fluid. should face toward the center of the chassis and be perpendicular 9. Install the gasket, making sure it is free of any dirt or debris. to the servo body. 10. Install the left side of the housing and make sure all gears are 7. Check servo operation by turning the steering wheel back and meshed and driveshafts are rotating properly. forth to ensure that the mechanism has been centered properly 11. Install four screws through the left side and tighten using and you have equal throw in both directions. Use the transmitter’s the 2mm “T” wrench. steering trim knob to fine-tune the position of the servo horn so 12. Re-install the differential housing and two driveshafts, ensuring the model tracks straight when the steering wheel is at neutral. the internal and external bearings are seated properly. 13. Re-install the right side cover, drive hex pins, drive hexes, If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at and wheels. 1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927) (U.S. residents only)

20 • TRAXXAS MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL

Your model requires timely maintenance in order to stay in top • Shocks: Keep the oil level in the shocks full. Use only 100% running condition. pure silicone shock oil to prolong the life of the seals. If you are experiencing leakage around the top of the shock, inspect the Always wear eye protection Frequently inspect the vehicle for obvious damage or wear. Look for: when using compressed bladder in the top cap for signs of damage or distortion from 1. Cracked, bent, or damaged parts air or spray cleaners and overtightening. If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it lubricants. 2. Check the wheels and steering for binding. is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is 3. Check the operation of the shock absorbers. Part #7062. 4. Check the wiring for any frayed wires or loose connections. • Driveline: Inspect the driveline for signs of wear and any unusual 5. Check the mounting of the receiver and servo(s) and speed control. noise or binding. Inspect driveshafts for cracks or twisting. All High performance vehicles 6. Check the tightness of the wheel nuts with a wrench. joints must rotate smoothly. Inspect the spur gear for wear and generate small vibrations check the tightness of the set screw in the pinion gear. Tighten, while driving. These 7. Check the operation of the radio system, especially the clean, or replace components as needed. vibrations may loosen condition of the batteries. hardware over time and 8. Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure or suspension. Storage require attention. Always When you are through running the model for the day, blow it off check your wheel nuts and 9. Check the operation of the steering servo and ensure that it is with compressed air or use a soft-bristled paint brush to dust off other hardware and tighten not binding. the vehicle. or replace when necessary. 10. Inspect the gears for wear, broken teeth, or debris lodged Always disconnect and remove the battery from the model between the teeth. whenever the model is stored. If the model will be stored for a long 11. Check the tires to make sure they are firmly bonded to the wheels. time, then also remove the batteries from the transmitter. 12. Check tires for excessive wear. Replace the tires if the inner Always use the proper length belting is exposed. motor bolts. The standard motor mounting bolts 13. Check the antenna wire for any kinks or damage that could are 3x8mm. Using motor shorten the radio range. bolts that are too long can interfere with the motor’s Other periodic maintenance: rotation and damage the • Chassis: Keep the chassis clean of accumulated dirt and grime. motor’s internals! Periodically inspect the chassis for damage. • Suspension: Periodically inspect the model for signs of damage, such as bent or dirty suspension pins, bent turnbuckles, loose screws, and any signs of stress or bending. Replace components as needed. • Steering: Over time, you may notice increased looseness in the steering system. The tie rod ends (Part #6938) and servo saver (Part #6944) may wear out from use. Replace these components as needed to restore factory tolerances.

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Your Traxxas transmitter has a programmable Multi-Function Decreased Steering Sensitivity (Negative Exponential) knob that can be set to control various advanced transmitter By turning the Multi-Function knob clockwise, the steering Starting Over: functions (set to Torque Control by default, see page 14). Accessing sensitivity of the model will be decreased. Note that a relatively Restoring Factory Defaults the programming menu is done by using the menu and set large amount of steering wheel travel results in a smaller amount of When programming your TQi buttons on the transmitter and observing signals from the LED. An servo travel. The farther you turn the knob, the more pronounced transmitter, you may feel the need to start over with a clean explanation of the menu structure follows on page 25. Experiment the effect becomes. Decreased steering sensitivity may be helpful slate. Follow these simple steps with the settings and features to see if they can improve your when driving on low-traction surfaces and when driving at high to restore the factory settings: driving experience. speed. The ranges are exaggerated for illustrative purposes. 1. Turn the transmitter off. Steering Sensitivity (Exponential) 2. Hold both MENU and SET. 3. Turn the transmitter on. The Multi-Function knob on the TQi transmitter can be 4. Release MENU and SET. The programmed to control Steering Sensitivity (also known as Effective Turning Turning Range Range on Model transmitter LED will blink red. exponential). The standard setting for Steering Sensitivity is at Transmitter 5. Press MENU five times. The “normal (zero exponential),” with the dial full left in its range of LED will blink red 6 times travel. This setting provides linear servo response: the steering repeatedly. servo’s movement will correspond exactly with the input from 6. Press SET to clear settings. The LED will turn solid the transmitter’s steering wheel. Turning the knob clockwise from green and the transmitter is center will result in “negative exponential” and decrease steering restored to default. sensitivity by making the servo less responsive near neutral, with increasing sensitivity as the servo nears the limits of its travel range. The farther you turn the knob, the more pronounced the change in steering servo movement will be. The term “exponential” comes from this effect; the servo’s travel changes exponentially relative Experiment! Try varying degrees of exponential. By default, the to the input from the steering wheel. The exponential effect is model is set to 70% exponential. There’s no wrong way to adjust indicated as a percentage—the greater the percentage, the greater exponential. Any setting that makes you more comfortable with the effect. The illustrations below show how this works. your car’s handling is the “right setting.” Normal Steering Sensitivity (0% exponential) Throttle Sensitivity (Throttle Exponential) In this illustration, the steering servo’s travel (and with it, The Multi-Function knob can be set to control Throttle Sensitivity. the steering motion of the model’s front wheels) Throttle Sensitivity works the same way as Steering Sensitivity as corresponds precisely with the steering described above, but applies the effect to the throttle channel. wheel. The ranges are exaggerated Only forward throttle is affected; brake/reverse travel remains linear for illustrative purposes. regardless of the Throttle Sensitivity setting. Steering Percentage (Dual Rate) The Multi-Function knob can be set to control the amount (percentage) of servo travel applied to steering. Turning the Multi- Function knob fully clockwise will deliver maximum steering throw; turning the knob counterclockwise reduces steering throw (Note: turning the dial counterclockwise to its stop will eliminate all servo travel). Be aware that the steering End Point settings define the servo’s maximum steering throw. If you set Steering Percentage

22 • TRAXXAS TQi ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE to 100% (by turning the Multi-Function knob fully clockwise), the the Steering Trim knob to zero before making final adjustment servo will travel all the way to its selected end point, but not past (if required) using Sub-Trim. If Throttle Trim has been previously it. Reducing steering throw can also be useful in making a model adjusted, the Throttle Trim will need to be reprogrammed to “zero” Throttle Trim Seek Mode When the Multi-Function knob is easier to control on high-traction surfaces, and limiting steering before making final adjustment using Sub-Trim. set to throttle trim, the transmitter output for oval racing where large amounts of steering travel are Setting Lock remembers the throttle trim not required. Once you’ve adjusted all of these settings the way you like them, you setting. If the throttle trim knob is moved from the original setting Braking Percentage may want to disable the Multi-Function knob so none of your settings while the transmitter is off, or while The Multi-Function knob may also be set to control the amount can be changed. This is especially handy if you operate multiple the transmitter was used to control of brake travel applied by the servo in a nitro-powered model. vehicles with a single transmitter via Traxxas Link™ Model Memory. another model, the transmitter Electric models do not have a servo-operated brake, but the ignores the actual position of Multiple Settings and the Multi-Function Knob Braking Percentage function still operates the same way in electric the trim knob. This prevents the It is important to note that settings made with the Multi-Function models. Turning the Multi-Function knob fully clockwise will deliver model from accidentally running knob are “overlaid” on top of each other. For example, if you maximum brake throw; turning the knob counterclockwise reduces away. The LED on the face of the assign the Multi-Function to adjust Steering Percentage and set brake throw (Note: Turning the dial counterclockwise to its stop will transmitter will rapidly blink green it for 50%, then reassign the knob to control Steering Sensitivity, and the throttle trim knob (Multi- eliminate all brake action). the transmitter will “remember” the Steering Percentage setting. Function knob) will not adjust the Throttle Trim Adjustments you make to Steering Sensitivity will be applied to trim until it is moved back to its Setting the Multi-Function knob to serve as throttle trim will allow the 50% steering throw setting you selected previously. Likewise, original position saved in memory. To restore throttle trim control, you to adjust the throttle’s neutral position to prevent unwanted setting the Multi-Function knob to “disabled” will prevent the knob simply turn the Multi-Function brake drag or throttle application when the transmitter trigger is from making further adjustments, but the last setting of the Multi- knob either direction until the LED at neutral. Note: Your transmitter is equipped with a Throttle Trim Function knob will still apply. stops blinking. Seek mode to prevent accidental runaways. See the sidebar for more information. TRAXXAS LINK MODEL MEMORY Traxxas Link Model Memory is an exclusive, patent-pending feature Steering and Throttle End Points of the TQi transmitter. Each time the transmitter is bound to a The TQi transmitter allows you to choose the limit of the servo’s new receiver, it saves that receiver in its memory along with all travel range (or its “end point”) independently for left and right the settings assigned to that receiver. When the transmitter and travel (on the steering channel) and throttle/brake travel (on the any bound receiver are switched on, the transmitter automatically throttle channel). This allows you to fine-tune the servo settings to recalls the settings for that receiver. There is no need to manually prevent binding caused by the servo moving steering or throttle select your vehicle from a list of model memory entries. linkages (in the case of a nitro model) farther than their mechanical limits. The end point adjustment settings you select will represent Model Lock what you wish to be the servo’s maximum travel; the Steering The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty Percentage or Braking Percentage functions will not override the models (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a thirty-first receiver, End Point settings. Traxxas Link Model Memory will delete the “oldest” receiver from its memory (in other words, the model you used the longest time Steering and Throttle Sub-Trim ago will be deleted). Activating Model Lock will lock the receiver in The Sub-Trim function is used to precisely set the neutral point of memory so it cannot be deleted. the steering or throttle servo in the event that simply setting the You may also bind multiple TQi transmitters to the same model trim knob to “zero” does not completely center the servo. When making it possible to pick up any transmitter and any previously selected, Sub-Trim allows finer adjustment to the servo output bound model in your collection and simply turn them on and drive. shaft’s position for precise setting of the neutral point. Always set

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With Traxxas Link Model Memory, there is no need remember which To delete a model: Failsafe transmitter goes with which model and there is never a need to At some point, you may wish to delete a model you no-longer drive Your Traxxas radio system is have to select any model from a list of model memory entries. The from the memory. equipped with a built-in failsafe transmitter and receiver do it all for you automatically. 1. Switch on the transmitter and receiver you wish to delete. function that returns the throttle 2. Press and hold MENU. Release when the status LED blinks green. to its last saved neutral position in To activate Model Lock: 3. Press MENU three times. The status LED will blink green four the event of a signal loss. The LED 1. Switch on the transmitter and receiver you wish to lock. times repeatedly. on the transmitter and the receiver 2. Press and hold MENU. Release when the status LED blinks green. 4. Press SET once. The status LED will blink green once repeatedly. will rapidly flash red. 3. Press MENU three times. The status LED will blink green four 5. Press MENU once. The status LED will blink green twice repeatedly. times repeatedly. In order to re-acquire the signal 6. Press SET. The memory is now selected to be deleted. Press SET to 4. Press SET. The status LED will blink green in single-flash intervals. after the failsafe has activated, delete the model. Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode. you will need to walk a longer 5. Press SET once. The status LED will blink red once repeatedly. distance closer to the model than 6. Press MENU once, the LED will blink red twice repeatedly. the distance the model travelled 7. Press SET, the LED will blink rapidly green. The memory is now out of range. Simply keep walking locked. Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode. towards the model until you re- Note: To unlock a memory, press SET twice at step 5. The LED will acquire the signal. blink rapidly green to indicate the model is unlocked. To unlock all models, press MENU twice at step 6 and then press SET.

TRANSMITTER LED CODES LED Color / Pattern Name Notes Solid green Normal Driving Mode See page 12 for information on how to use your transmitter controls.

Slow red (0.5 sec on / 0.5 sec off) Binding See page 13 for more information on binding. Turn the Multi-Function knob right or left until the LED stops flashing. Flashing fast green (0.1 sec on / 0.15 sec off) Throttle Trim Seek Mode See page 23 for more information. Flashing medium red (0.25 sec on / 0.25 sec off) Low Battery Alarm Put new batteries in the transmitter. See page 11 for more information. Transmitter and receiver are no longer bound. Turn the system off and then Flashing fast red (0.125 sec on / 0.125 sec off) Link Failure / Error back on to resume normal operation. Find source of the link failure (i.e., out of range, low batteries, damaged antenna). Programming Patterns

or Counts out number (green or red) then pauses Current menu position See Menu Tree for more information. x8 Fast green 8 times Menu setting accepted (on SET) x8 Fast red 8 times Menu SET invalid User error such as trying to delete a locked model. RECEIVER LED CODES LED Color / Pattern Name Notes Solid green Normal Driving Mode See page 12 for information on how to use your transmitter controls.

Slow red (0.5 sec on / 0.5 sec off) Binding See page 13 for more information on binding. Consistent low voltage in the receiver triggers Failsafe so there is enough power Flashing fast red (0.125 sec on / 0.125 sec off) Failsafe / Low-Voltage Detect to center the throttle servo before it completely loses power.

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Press MENU to move through options. MENU TREE Press SET to select an option. The menu tree below shows how to navigate through Steering Sensitivity (Expo) Note: The transmitter is “live” during programming the TQi transmitter’s various settings and functions. 1 One Blink Red so you can test the settings real time without having Press and hold MENU to enter the menu tree, and use to exit the menu tree. the following commands to navigate through the menu Enter Programming 2 Throttle Sensitivity (Expo) and select options. Press and hold Two Blinks Red MENU for 3 seconds MENU: When you enter a menu, you always start at the 3 Steering % (Dual Rate) Press MENU to move through options. top. Press MENU to move down the menu tree. Three Blinks Red Press SET to select an option. When you reach the bottom of the tree, pressing 1 Servo Reversing Press SET to reverse MENU again will return you to the top. 4 Braking % One Blink Red servo direction. Four Blinks Red SET: Press SET to move across the menu tree and select Multi-Function Knob Press Sub-Trim Use knob to adjust options. When an option is committed to the 1 Throttle Trim 2 One Blink Green SET 5 Two Blinks Red sub-trim. Press SET to save. transmitter’s memory, the status LED will rapidly Five Blinks Red blink green. Use steering wheel to Knob Disabled 3 End Points 6 Three Blinks Red adjust. Turn right to desired BACK: Press both MENU and SET to go back one level in Press Six Blinks Red MENU end point, press set to save. the menu tree. Turn left to desired end point and press set to save. Torque Control EXIT: Press and hold MENU to exit programming. 7 To reset max throw: Let go of controls and press SET. Seven Blinks Red Your selected options will be saved. Reset End Points Press SET to restore factory ECHO: Press and hold SET to activate the “echo” function. 4 2 Channel Setup Press 1 Steering (Channel 1) Press Four Blinks Red default end points. Echo will “play back” your current position on the Two Blinks Green SET One Blink Green SET Menu Tree, should you lose your place. For example: Press MENU If your current position is Steering Channel End 1 Servo Reversing Press SET to reverse Points, holding SET will cause the LED to blink green servo direction. Throttle (Channel 2) Press One Blink Red twice, green once, and then red three times. Echo Press 2 MENU Two Blinks Green SET will not alter your adjustments or change your 2 Sub-Trim Use knob to adjust sub- position in the programming sequence. Two Blinks Red trim. Press SET to save. Press SET to select an option. End Points Use trigger to adjust. Pull Below is an example of how to access a function in the menu Press Electric 3 tree. In the example, the user is setting the Multi-Function knob Mode Selection 1 Three Blinks Red back to desired end point, 3 SET One Blink Red to be a steering Dual Rate control. Three Blinks Green press set to save. Push forward to desired end point and press set to save. To set the Multi-Function knob to control STEERING DUAL RATE (%): Press MENU To reset max throw: Let go of controls and press SET. 1. Switch the transmitter on. Press Nitro 2. Press and hold MENU until the green LED lights. It will blink in single MENU 2 4 Reset End Points Press SET to restore factory intervals. Two Blinks Red Four Blinks Red default end points. 3. Press SET. The red LED will blink in single intervals to indicate Steering Dual Rate has been selected. Press Model Locking Press Unlock 4. Press MENU twice. The red LED will blink three times repeatedly to Traxxas-Link 1 1 4 SET One Blink Green SET One Blink Red indicate Steering Percentage has been selected. Four Blinks Green 5. Press SET to select. The green LED will blink 8 times fast to indicate 2 Lock successful selection. Two Blinks Red 6. Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode. Press MENU 3 Unlock All Restoring Factory Defaults: Three Blinks Red Press MENU 5 times. Transmitter Hold both Transmitter Release MENU and Press SET to clear settings. LED will turn Red LED blinks OFF MENU and SET ON SET. Red LED blinks solid green. Transmitter is restored to default Delete Model Press Confirm Deletion 6 times 2 1 Two Blinks Green SET One Blink Red 25 TQi ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE

Set Multi-Function x8 MENU TREE FORMULAS knob for STEERING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press SET to confirm Press/hold MENU SENSITIVITY (Expo) green LED blinks red LED blinks green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode To select functions and make adjustments to the TQi transmitter without referencing the menu tree, turn your transmitter on, find the function in the Set Multi-Function x2 x8 left column you wish to adjust, and simply follow the corresponding steps. knob for THROTTLE Press/hold MENU Press SET Press MENU to confirm Press SET to select Press/hold MENU SENSITIVITY (Expo) green LED blinks red LED blinks red LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode 1 Set Multi-Function x3 x8 knob for STEERING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press MENU twice Press SET to select Press/hold MENU DUAL RATE (%) green LED blinks red LED blinks red LED blinks (x3) green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode

Set Multi-Function x4 x8 knob for BRAKING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press MENU 3 times Press SET to select Press/hold MENU PERCENTAGE (%) green LED blinks red LED blinks red LED blinks (x4) green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode Always turn your transmitter on first. Set Multi-Function x5 x8 knob for Adjust the Multi- Press/hold MENU Press SET Press MENU 4 times Press SET to select Press/hold MENU Function knob until the THROTTLE TRIM green LED blinks red LED blinks red LED blinks (x5) green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode LED turns solid green.

To LOCK the x6 x8 Multi-Function knob Press/hold MENU Press SET Press MENU 5 times Press SET to lock Press/hold MENU green LED blinks red LED blinks red LED blinks (x6) green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode

To REVERSE x2 x8 the direction of Press/hold MENU Press MENU Press SET Press SET Press SET to reverse Press/hold MENU STEERING servo green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks red LED blinks servo direction returns to driving mode

To set the SUB-TRIM x2 x2 x8 of the STEERING Press/hold MENU Press MENU Press SET Press SET Press MENU Use Multi-Function Press SET Press/hold MENU servo green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks red LED blinks red LED blinks (x2) knob to set neutral to save position returns to driving mode

IF END POINTS To set the END IF END POINTS x2 x3 x8 ARE OK: NEED TO BE POINTS of the Turn steering CHANGED: Press/hold MENU Press MENU Press SET Press SET Press MENU twice Press SET Press/hold MENU Press SET STEERING servo wheel to desired max Turn steering wheel green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks red LED blinks red LED blinks (x3) left and right travel to save each position to test settings returns to driving mode and repeat steps 6-8

To reset the END x2 x4 x8 POINTS of STEERING Press/hold MENU Press MENU Press SET Press SET Press MENU 3 times Press SET Press/hold MENU servo to defaults green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks red LED blinks red LED blinks (x4) to reset end points returns to driving mode

To REVERSE x2 x2 x8 the direction of Press/hold MENU Press MENU Press SET Press MENU Press SET Press SET to reverse Press/hold MENU THROTTLE servo green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) red LED blinks servo direction returns to driving mode

To set the SUB-TRIM x2 x2 x2 x8 of the THROTTLE Press/hold MENU Press MENU Press SET Press MENU Press SET Press MENU Use Multi-Function Press SET Press/hold MENU servo green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) red LED blinks red LED blinks (x2) knob to set neutral to save position returns to driving mode

IF END POINTS To set the END IF END POINTS x2 x2 x3 ARE OK: NEED TO BE POINTS of the Use throttle CHANGED: Press/hold MENU Press MENU Press SET Press MENU Press SET Press MENU twice Press SET to save Press/hold MENU Press SET THROTTLE servo trigger to set desired green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) red LED blinks red LED blinks (x3) max throttle or brake Use trigger to test returns to driving mode and repeat steps 7-9

To reset the END x2 x2 x4 x8 POINTS of THROTTLE Press/hold MENU Press MENU Press SET Press MENU Press SET Press MENU 3 times Press SET Press/hold MENU servo to defaults green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) red LED blinks red LED blinks (x4) green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode TQi ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE

PROGRAMMING YOUR TQi TRANSMITTER Traxxas Link WITH YOUR APPLE iPHONE OR iPOD TOUCH The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store) gives you The TQi Docking The Traxxas Docking Base (Part #6510 - sold separately) for the TQi complete control over the operation and tuning of your Traxxas model with Base is sold separately transmitter installs in minutes to transform your iPhone® or iPod touch® stunning visuals and absolute precision. Install Traxxas Link telemetry sensors (Part #6510). The Traxxas into a powerful tuning tool that allows you to replace the transmitter’s on the model, and Traxxas Link displays real-time data such as speed, RPM, Link application is available from the Apple button/LED programming system with an intuitive, high-definition, full- temperature, and battery voltage. App store for iPhone color graphical user interface. and iPod touch mobile Intuitive iPhone devices. iPhone and iPod and iPod touch interface touch are not included with the TQi Docking Base. Traxxas Link makes it easy to learn, understand, and access For more information powerful tuning options. Control about the TQi Docking Drive Effects settings such as Base and the Traxxas Link application, visit steering and throttle sensitivity, Traxxas.com steering percentage, braking strength, and throttle trim by simply touching and dragging the sliders on the screen. Tap and slide to adjust Steering Sensitivity, Real-Time Telemetry Throttle Trim, Braking Percent, and more! When you equip your model with sensors, the Traxxas Link dashboard comes to life showing you speed, battery voltage, RPM, and temperature. Set threshold warnings and log maximums, minimums, or averages. Use the recording function to document your dashboard view, with sound, so that you can keep your eyes on your driving and not The customizable Traxxas Link dashboard delivers miss a single apex. real-time RPM, speed, temperature, and voltage data.

Manage up to 30 Models with Traxxas Link The TQi radio system automatically keeps track of what vehicles it has bound to and what settings were used for each--up to 30 models total! Traxxas Link provides a visual interface to name the models, customize their settings, attach profiles, and lock them into memory. Simply choose a model and any previously bound transmitter, power them up, and start having fun.

Made for · iPhone 4S “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and iPhone, respectively, and has · iPod touch (4th generation) · iPhone 4 been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and · iPod touch (3rd generation) · iPhone 3GS regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod and iPhone may affect wireless performance. · iPod touch (2nd generation) · iPhone 3G TRAXXAS • 27 6200 TRAXXAS WAY, MCKINNEY, TEXAS 75070 • 1-888-TRAXXAS 130617 KC1489-R01