Tq Advanced Tuning Guide - Traxxas 6407X Owner's Manual

TQ ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE
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The XO-1's TQi transmitter is equipped with the new TQi Docking Base. This
innovative accessory transforms your iPhone® or iPod touch® into a powerful
tuning tool that equips your TQi with an intuitive, high-definition, full-color
graphical user interface.
Traxxas Link
The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store) gives you
complete control over the operation and tuning of your Traxxas model with
stunning visuals and absolute precision. With the installed Traxxas Link telemetry
sensors on the model, Traxxas Link displays real-time data such as speed, RPM,
temperature, and battery voltage.
Intuitive iPhone and iPod touch interface
Traxxas Link makes it easy to learn,
understand, and access powerful
tuning options. Control Drive Effects
settings such as steering and throttle
sensitivity; steering percentage;
braking strength; and throttle trim
by simply touching and dragging the
sliders on the screen.
Real-Time Telemetry
With the installed telemetry 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
miss a single apex.
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.
Tap and slide to adjust Steering Sensitivity,
Throttle Trim, Braking Percent, and more!
The customizable Traxxas Link dashboard delivers
real-time rpm, speed, temperature, and voltage data.
Available Tuning Adjustments
The following items can be adjusted most easily using your mobile device and the
Traxxas Link application. All the features described below may also be accessed
using the menu and set buttons on the transmitter and observing signals from the
LED. An explanation of the menu structure follows on page 33
Your Traxxas transmitter has a programmable Multi-Function knob that can be set
to control various advanced transmitter functions (set to Steering Sensitivity by
default, see page 17). Experiment with the settings and features to see if they can
improve your driving experience.
Throttle Sensitivity (Throttle Exponential)
The Multi-Function knob can be set to control Throttle Sensitivity. Throttle
Sensitivity works the same way as Steering Sensitivity as described on page 17, but
applies the effect to the throttle channel. Only forward throttle is affected; brake/
reverse travel remains linear 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 counter-clockwise reduces steering
throw (note: turning the dial counter-clockwise 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 to 100% (by turning the Multi-
Function knob fully clockwise), the servo will travel all the way to its selected end
point, but not past it. Many racers set Dual Rate so they have only as much steering
throw as they need for the track's tightest turn, thus making the car easier to drive
throughout the rest of the course. Reducing steering throw can also be useful in
making a car easier to control on high-traction surfaces, and limiting steering output
for oval racing where large amounts of steering travel are not required.
Braking Percentage
The Multi-Function knob may also be set to control the amount of brake travel
applied by the servo in a nitro-powered model. Electric models do not have a
servo-operated brake, but the Braking Percentage function still operates the same
way in electric models. Turning the Multi-Function knob full clockwise will deliver
maximum brake throw; turning the knob counter-clockwise reduces brake throw
(Note: Turning the dial counter-clockwise to its stop will eliminate all brake action).
Throttle Trim
Setting the Multi-Function knob to serve as throttle trim will allow you to adjust the
throttle's neutral position to prevent unwanted brake drag or throttle application
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