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Battery iD
Traxxas recommended
battery packs are equipped
with Traxxas Battery iD. This
exclusive feature allows
Traxxas battery chargers (sold
separately) to automatically
recognize connected battery
packs and optimize the
charge settings for the
battery. This eliminates
the need to worry over
charger settings and menus
for the easiest and safest
charging solution possible.
Visit Traxxas.com to learn
more about this feature and
available Traxxas iD chargers
and batteries.
To prevent loss of radio range,
do not kink or cut the black wire,
do not bend or cut the metal tip,
and do not bend or cut the white
wire at the end of the metal tip.
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14 • TRAXXAS
TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM
INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK
Install the battery pack with the battery wires facing the rear of
the model. Insert the tabs of the battery hold-down into the slots
in the rear hold-down retainer (A). Swing the battery hold down
towards the chassis and snap (lock) the end into the front hold-
down retainer (B).
Using Different Battery Configuration
The battery hold-down is capable of accommodating either side-
by-side racing style packs, or the more common stick packs. The
battery compartment is configured for stick packs from the factory.
The number on each side of the hold down indicates the battery
height in millimeters that the hold-down can accommodate. Note
that one side is labeled "25" and other side is labeled "23". The
25mm side is for use with typical stick type battery packs. If you
are using side-by-side racing packs, simply flip the hold-down over
to the 23mm side and use it on the opposite side of the chassis. Note:
For taller batteries, an extended battery hold down, part #7426X,
is available (sold separately). For shorter batteries (6-cell), use the
included foam block in the front of the battery compartment. For
thinner or LiPo batteries, attach the included foam strip to the side of
the battery compartment.
25mm side: Standard NiMH
stick pack setup
23mm side: Side-by-side NiMH pack setup
The Traxxas High-Current Connector
Your model is equipped with the Traxxas High-
Current Connector. Standard connectors restrict
current flow and are not capable of delivering
the power needed to maximize the output of
the XL-5. The Traxxas connector's gold-plated terminals with large
contact surfaces ensure positive current flow with the least amount of
resistance. Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector
is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give.
SETTING UP THE ANTENNA
The receiver antenna has been set up
and installed from the factory. The
antenna is secured by a 3x4mm set
screw. To remove the antenna tube,
simply remove the set screw with the
included 1.5mm wrench.
When reinstalling the antenna,
first slide the antenna wire into the
bottom of the antenna tube until
the white tip of the antenna is at the
top of the tube under the black cap.
Next, insert the antenna tube into
the mount while making sure that
the antenna wire is in the slot in the antenna mount; then, install
the set screw next to the antenna tube. Use the supplied 1.5mm
wrench to tighten the screw just until the antenna tube is securely
in place. Do not over tighten. Do not bend or kink the antenna
wire! See the side bar for more information. Do not shorten the
antenna tube.
Antenna
Tip
Antenna
Tube
Antenna
Mount
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