Traxxas Revo 3.3 Owner's Manual page 13

3. Walk away from the model with the transmitter until you reach
the farthest distance you plan to operate the model.
4. Operate the controls on the transmitter once again to be sure
that the model responds correctly.
5. Do not attempt to operate the model if there is any problem
with the radio system or any external interference with your
radio signal at your location.
Higher Speeds Require Greater Distance
The faster you drive your model, the more quickly it will near the limit
of radio range. At 60mph, a model can cover 88 feet every second!
It's a thrill, but use caution to keep your model in range. If you want
to see your model achieve its maximum speed, it is best to position
yourself in the middle of the truck's running area, not the far end,
so you drive the truck 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.
No matter how fast you drive your model, always leave adequate
space between you, the model, and others. Never drive directly
toward yourself or others.
TQi Binding Instructions
For proper operation, the transmitter and receiver must be
electronically 'bound.' This has been done for you at the factory.
Should you ever need to re-bind the system or bind to an additional
transmitter or receiver, follow these instructions. Note: You will
need to open the receiver box to access the receiver. The receiver
must be connected to a 4.8-6.0v (nominal) power source for binding
and the transmitter and receiver must be within 5 feet of each other.
1. Press and hold the transmitter's SET button as you switch
transmitter on. The transmitter's LED will flash red slowly.
Release the SET button.
2. Press and hold the receiver's LINK button as you switch on
the model on. Release the LINK button.
3. When the transmitter and receiver's LEDs turn solid green, the
system is bound and ready for use. Confirm that the steering and
throttle operate properly before driving your model.
TRAXXAS TQ
TRAXXAS STABILITY MANAGEMENT (TSM)
Traxxas Stability Management or
TSM allows you to experience all
the speed and acceleration that
was engineered into your Traxxas
model by helping you to maintain control of the vehicle in low-
traction situations. TSM helps provide straight ahead full-throttle
acceleration on slippery surfaces, without fishtailing, spinouts, or
loss of control. TSM also dramatically improves braking control.
High speed cornering and control is also made possible as TSM
makes corrections for you, without intruding on your fun, or
creating unexpected side effects.
The Multi-Function knob on
the TQi transmitter has been
programmed to control TSM.
The recommended (default)
setting for TSM is to rotate the
knob to the 12:00 position (the
zero mark on the dial).
Turn the knob clockwise to
increase assistance; turn the
knob counterclockwise to
decrease assistance. Turn the
Decrease
knob counterclockwise to its
assistance
stop to turn TSM completely off.
Note: TSM is deactivated
automatically when driving or
braking in reverse.
When driving on surfaces with some traction, decrease the TSM
setting to allow the vehicle to feel more "loose" for power sliding,
drifting, and so on. On surfaces with very little traction (loose dirt,
smooth concrete, ice/snow), increase TSM to maximize acceleration
and control.
Drive with TSM on and off to test how it is making your control of
the vehicle easier and more precise. For more information, visit
Traxxas.com/tsm.
Note: TSM must be completely turned off while adjusting steering
trim.
RADIO SYSTEM
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Recommended setting
Increase
assistance
TSM off
When the engine is running,
do not use throttle trim
from the transmitter to
adjust the engine idle speed.
Always use the idle speed
adjustment screw (see page
16) on the carburetor.
To prevent loss of radio range,
do not kink or cut the black wire,
do not bend or cut the metal tip,
and do not bend or cut the white
wire at the end of the metal tip.
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