Radio System Basic Adjustments - Traxxas Slash 5803 Owner's Manual

RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS
RADIO SYSTEM RULES
• Always turn your TQi 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 fail-safes 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.
• 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.
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Always turn your
Plug in the battery.
transmitter on first.
• Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery.
• Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio system.
Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver
and the transmitter.
control of your model.

RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS

Throttle Neutral Adjustment
The throttle neutral adjustment is located
on the transmitter face and controls the
forward/reverse travel of the throttle trigger.
Change the adjustment by pressing the
button and sliding it to the desired position.
There are two settings available:
50/50: Allows equal travel for both acceleration and reverse.
70/30: Allows more throttle travel (70%) and less reverse travel (30%).
Note: We strongly recommend to leave this control in its factory
location until you become familiar with all the adjustments and
capabilities of your model. To change the throttle neutral adjust
position, turn the transmitter off before adjusting the neutral
position. You will need to reprogram your electronic speed control
to recognize the 70/30 setting. Turn to ESC Setup Programming on
page 16 for instructions.
Steering Trim
The electronic steering trim located on the
face of the transmitter adjusts the neutral
(center) point of the steering channel.
Multi-Function Knob
The Multi-Function knob can be
programmed to control a variety of functions.
From the factory, the Multi-Function knob
controls steering sensitivity, also known as
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exponential or "expo." When the knob is turned counterclockwise
all the way to the left (default position), expo is off and steering
sensitivity will be linear (the most commonly used setting).
Turning the knob clockwise will "add expo" and decrease the
steering sensitivity in the initial range of steering wheel travel
left or right from center. For more detail on steering exponential,
Turn on the model.
refer to page 15.
TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM
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Loss of the radio signal can cause you to lose
Remember, always turn the
TQi transmitter on first and
off last to avoid damage to
your model.
When rechargeable batteries
begin to lose their charge,
they will fade much faster
than alkaline dry cells. 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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