Traxxas 1/16 E REVO VXL BRUSHLESS Owner's Manual page 16

Make certain the model's
receiver antenna is properly
installed before operating
your model. See "Installing
the Receiver Antenna." Failure
to properly install the receiver
antenna will result in greatly
reduced radio range and
potential loss of control.
Remember, always turn
the transmitter on first and
off last to avoid damage to
your model.
Stop immediately at the first
sign of weak batteries. Never
turn the transmitter off when
the battery pack is plugged
in. The model could run out
of control.
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TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM
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Using an Additional Battery for Increased Run Time
Your model only requires one battery pack, but the chassis can
accept two batteries. Your model can be run with two battery packs
to extend run time. The batteries must be connected in parallel, which
will combine the capacity of the two batteries (for example, two 7.2-
volt 1000mAh packs connected in parallel will deliver a total capacity
of 2000mAh, but total voltage will remain 7.2 volts). This is easily done
with a parallel Y-harness (part #3064, sold separately). Be sure to only
use the Y-harness with identical battery packs; do not mix batteries of
different chemistries or capacities.
When operating your model with two batteries, be careful
to monitor the temperature of the speed control and motor
to prevent overheating. Stop running your model and allow
it to cool if the speed control's thermal overload protection
activates or if the motor temperature exceeds 200°F.
For best off-road handling with two battery packs, consider
installing stiffer springs on your model. Traxxas offers
accessory springs for this purpose; see the parts list included
with your model for part numbers.
RADIO SYSTEM RULES
• Always turn your transmitter on first and off last. This procedure will
help to prevent your model from receiving stray signals from another
transmitter, or other source, and running out of control. Your model
has electronic failsafes to prevent this type of malfunction, but the
first, best defense against a runaway model is to always turn the
transmitter on first and off last.
• Always use new batteries for the radio system.
the radio signal between the receiver and the transmitter.
radio signal can cause you to lose control of your model.
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Always turn your
Plug in the battery.
transmitter on first.
• In order for the transmitter and receiver to bind to one another,
the receiver in the model must be turned on within 20 seconds
of turning on the transmitter. The transmitter LED will flash fast
red, indicating a failure to link. If you miss it, simply turn off the
transmitter and start over.
• Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery.
RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS
RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS
Steering Trim
The electronic steering trim located on the face
of the transmitter adjusts the neutral (center)
Weak batteries will limit
point of the steering channel.
Loss of the
Note: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM)
must be completely turned off while adjusting steering trim. See
page 18 for TSM adjustments.
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Multi-Function Knob
The Multi-Function knob can be programmed
to control a variety of functions. From the
factory, the Multi-Function knob controls
Turn on the model.
Traxxas Stability Management (TSM).
For more detail on TSM, refer to page 18.
Neutral
Brake/Reverse
Forward