Traxxas Summit 72054-1RR Owner's Manual page 14

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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Battery iD
Your model's included battery
pack is equipped with Traxxas
Battery iD. This exclusive
feature allows Traxxas battery
chargers (sold separately)
to automatically recognize
connected battery packs
and optimize the charge
settings for the battery.
This eliminates the need to
worry over charger settings
and menus for the easiest
and safest charging solution
possible. Visit Traxxas.com to
learn more about this feature
and available Traxxas iD
chargers and batteries.
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THE TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM
INSTALLING THE RECEIVER ANTENNA
The receiver antenna and antenna tube
must be properly installed before operating
your model. Follow these steps to install the
antenna and antenna tube:
1. Slide the antenna wire into the antenna
tube to its full extent. When fully inserted,
the wire should reach to approximately 1/2
inch below the tube cap. Do not leave any
slack in the antenna wire.
2. Remove the set screw from the opening
next to the antenna mount with the
supplied 1.5mm "L" wrench.
3. Insert the tube into the antenna mount.
Take care not to crimp the antenna wire.
4. Reinstall and tighten the set screw with
the supplied 1.5mm "L" wrench until it is
flush with the top of the opening. To prevent loss of radio range,
do not kink or cut the black wire, do not bend or cut the metal
tip, and do not bend or cut the white wire at the end of the metal
tip. Do not shorten the antenna tube. See the sidebar for more
information.
INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK
Your model includes a 7.2-volt battery pack. To properly balance the
model, it should be installed in the battery compartment on the left
side of the model. Follow these steps to install the battery:
Battery Installation
1. Open the battery
compartment door by
pressing on the release tabs.
2. Install the battery pack with
the battery wires facing the
rear of the model.
3. Route the battery wire
through the slot near the vent.
4. Close the battery door,
making sure not to pinch
the battery wires. Be sure
both release tabs are fully engaged with the door. Do not connect
the battery pack to the ESC at this time. Note: always unplug the
battery and remove from the model after use.
The Traxxas High-Current Connector
Your model is equipped with the Traxxas High-
Current Connector. Standard connectors restrict
Antenna
Tip
current flow and are not capable of delivering
the power needed to maximize the output of
the XL-2.5. The Traxxas connector's gold-plated terminals with large
1.5mm
Wrench
contact surfaces ensure positive current flow with the least amount of
Antenna
Tube resistance. Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector
is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give.
Using LiPo Packs in Your Model
The XL-2.5 is compatible with 2S and is equipped with Low-Voltage
Detection circuitry to prevent over-discharging. Make certain Low-
Set
Screw
Voltage Detection is activated (see page 18 for details) when using
LiPo packs in your model.
Antenna
Using an Additional Battery for Increased Run Time
Mount
Your model only requires one battery pack, but the chassis can
accept two batteries. Your model can be run with two battery
packs to extend run time. The batteries must be connected in
parallel, which will combine the capacity of the two batteries
(for example, two 7.2-volt 1000mAh packs connected in parallel
will deliver a total capacity of 2000mAh, but total voltage will
remain 7.2 volts). This is easily done with a parallel Y-harness (part
#3064X, sold separately). Be sure to only use the Y-harness with
identical battery packs; do not mix batteries of different chemistries
or capacities.
When operating your model with two batteries, be careful
to monitor the temperature of the speed control and motor
to prevent overheating. Stop running your model and allow
it to cool if the speed control's thermal overload protection
activates or if the motor temperature exceeds 200°F.
For best off-road handling with two battery packs, consider
Battery Wire Slot installing stiffer springs on your model. Traxxas offers
accessory springs for this purpose; see the parts list included
with your model for part numbers.
Battery Orientation