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- Page 1 MODEL 7205 owners manual...
- Page 2 Even if you are an experienced R/C enthusiast, it’s important to read and follow the procedures in this manual. DRIVING YOUR MODEL Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to TUNING assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. We...
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Page 3: Before You Proceed
Traxxas 1100 Klein Road accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate Plano, Texas 75074 model. Failure to follow these instructions will be considered your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun Phone: 972-265-8000 abuse and/or neglect. - Page 4 • Use the supplied charger to charge the included of the installation and/or use of LiPo batteries in Traxxas products. Previous experience with radio controlled models is man No previous experience with radio battery.
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Page 5: Tools, Supplies And Required Equipment
TOOLS, SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Your model comes with a set of specialty metric tools. You’ll need to purchase other items, available from your hobby dealer, to operate and maintain your model. For more information on SUPPLIED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT REQUIRED EQUIPMENT batteries, see Use the Right (sold separately) - Page 6 Front Bumper Rear Front Body Bumper Mount Oil Shock Rocker Electronic Speed (Damper) Control (XL-2.5) Motor (Titan 12T) Front Traxxas High-Current Push Rod Suspension Arm Connector Transmission Steering Servo Rear Spring Preload Suspension Arm Adjuster Chassis 6 • 1/16 SUMMIT...
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Page 7: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed
QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom The Quick Start Guide is corners of Quick Start pages. not intended to replace the 1. - Page 8 THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ Radio System is a 2-channel XL-2.5 Wiring Diagram system that provides high-power output up to a quarter mile. Your Channel 1 model uses one steering servo and an electronic speed control. The Steering Servo receiver is equipped with four channels and dual channel 1 outputs.
- Page 9 Frequency band - The radio frequency used by the transmitter to send signals to your model. All Traxxas RTR models operate on a 27 MHz frequency band. 2-channel radio system - The TQ radio system, consisting of the receiver, the transmitter, and the servos.
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Page 10: Installing Transmitter Batteries
THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES SETTING UP THE ANTENNA Your TQ transmitter uses 8 AA batteries (see sidebar, page 11). 1. Locate the black antenna wire that exits Antenna If the power indicator The battery compartment is located in the base of the transmitter. - Page 11 Traxxas connectors installed or Traxxas connectors can be Traxxas 1/16 models only require one battery pack, but the chassis can NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) purchased to install on battery packs you already own. See sidebar accept two batteries.
- Page 12 THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM TQ RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS Electronic Throttle Trim Don’t push the transmitter The electronic throttle trim located on the face of the transmitter antenna down from the adjusts the neutral (center) point of the electronic speed control.
- Page 13 THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM • Always have the transmitter turned on before plugging in 5. Turn the steering wheel on the transmitter back and forth and the battery. check for rapid operation of the steering servos. Also, check that Remember, always turn the the steering mechanism is not loose or binding.
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Page 14: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control
ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL XL-2.5 Battery Settings (Low-Voltage Detection Setting) XL-2.5 Setup Programming (Calibrating your ESC and transmitter) The XL-2.5 electronic speed control is equipped with built-in Low-Voltage Read through all of the programming steps before you begin. If you get lost XL-2.5 ESC Specifications Detection. - Page 15 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 7. To turn the XL-2.5 off, press and hold the EZ-Set button for 1½ seconds or Selecting Training Mode* (Profile #3: 50% Forward, 100% Brakes, 50% Reverse) until the red LED turns off. 1. Connect a fully charged battery Patent Pending Training 8.
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Page 16: Driving Your Model
DRIVING YOUR MODEL Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on run time is how the model is driven. Run times may decrease when driving and making adjustments to your model. Before you go on, the model is driven repetitively from a stop to top-speed and with here are some important precautions to keep in mind. - Page 17 The motor will be cooled by water contact and will in wet conditions. not give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing. • The Traxxas TQ transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions to wet conditions such as rain.
- Page 18 (B). 3. Apply a small bead of silicone grease (Traxxas part #1647) to the wire clamp (C). 4. Install the wire clamp and tighten the two 2.5x8mm screws securely (D).
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Page 19: Tuning Adjustments
TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Your model is factory-tuned for optimum performance in a Shock Oil wide variety of off-road conditions. To tailor the performance The 4 oil-filled shocks (dampers) effectively control the suspension Important: The shocks are and handling of your model to suit your driving style and terrain, movement by preventing the wheels and tires from continuing assembled at the factory with the model has a number of adjustable features. - Page 20 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Static Camber Adjustment TRANSMISSION TUNING The wheels can be set to have either Adjusting the Slipper Clutch A camber gauge (available positive or negative camber (see Your model is equipped with an at your local hobby shop) illustration below). The camber angle can be a useful tool for adjustable Torque Control slipper changes as the wheel moves up and...
- Page 21 13.86 replace oil. Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas sells a 13.20 Pinion Gear Installation Instructions variety of oil viscosities (see your parts list). Note: Heavier oil will 11.45...
- Page 22 If you wish to install tires with a diameter greater than 4 inches or 100mm, Traxxas suggests you configure the transmission for ‘underdrive’ gearing. Details on making this simple modification are available at Traxxas.com.
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Page 23: Maintaining Your Model
If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it 4. Check the wiring for any frayed wires or loose connections. is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is 5. Check the mounting of the receiver and servo(s) and part #7062. - Page 24 MODEL 7205 1100 Klein Road, Plano Texas 75074 1-888-TRAXXAS 120425 KC1344-R01...