Traxxas 6708 Stampede 4X4 VXL Owner's Manual page 19

Patent-Pending Training
Mode (Proile #3) reduces
forward and reverse throttle
by 50%. Training Mode
is provided to reduce the
power output, allowing
beginning drivers to better
control the model. As driving
skills improve, simply change
to Sport or Race Mode for
full-power operation.
Tip For Fast Mode Changes
The VXL-3s is set to Proile 1
(Sport Mode) as the default.
To quickly change to Proile 3
(Training Mode), with the
transmitter on, press and
hold the SET button until the
light blinks red three times
and then release.
For full power, quickly change
back to Proile 1 (Sport Mode)
by pressing and holding the
SET button until the light
blinks red one time and
then releasing.
The VXL-3s has built-in
programming that prevents
accidental activation of
reverse while in forward
motion and vice-versa. You
must come to a complete
stop, release the throttle
trigger, then apply opposite
throttle to engage the motor
in the desired direction.
18 STAMPEDE 4x4 VXL
ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
VXL-3s Proile Selection
The speed control is factory set to Proile #1 (100% forward, brakes, and
reverse). To disable reverse (Proile #2) or to allow 50% forward and 50%
reverse (Proile #3), follow the steps below. The speed control should be
connected to the receiver and battery, and the transmitter should be
adjusted as described previously. The proiles are selected by entering
the programming mode.
Proile Description
Proile #1 (Sport Mode): 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, 100% Reverse
Proile #2 (Race Mode): 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, No Reverse
Proile #3 (Training Mode): 50% Forward, 100% Brakes, 50% Reverse
Selecting Sport Mode (Proile #1: 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, 100% Reverse)
1. Connect a fully charged battery pack to
the VXL-3s and turn on your transmitter.
2. With the VXL-3s off, press and hold
the EZ-Set button until the LED turns
solid green, then solid red and then
begins blinking red (indicating the Proile
numbers).
3. When the LED blinks red once, release
the EZ-Set button.
4. The LED will blink and then turn solid
green (Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) or red (Low-Voltage Detection
DISABLED). The model is ready to drive.
Selecting Race Mode (Proile #2: 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, No Reverse)
1. Connect a fully charged battery pack to
the VXL-3s and turn on your transmitter.
2. With the VXL-3s off, press and hold
the EZ-Set button until the LED turns
solid green, then solid red and then
begins blinking red (indicating the Proile
numbers).
3. When the LED blinks red twice, release
the EZ-Set button.
4. The LED will blink and then turn solid
green (Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) or red (Low-Voltage Detection
DISABLED). The model is ready to drive.
Selecting Training Mode (Proile #3: 50% Forward, 100% Brakes, 50% Reverse)
1. Connect a fully charged battery pack to
the VXL-3s and turn on your transmitter.
2. With the VXL-3s off, press and hold the
EZ-Set button until the LED turns solid
green, then solid red and then begins
blinking red (indicating the Proile numbers).
3. When the LED blinks red three
times, release the EZ-Set button.
4. The LED will blink and then turn solid green
(Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) or red (Low-
Voltage Detection DISABLED). The model is ready to drive.
Note: If you missed the mode you wanted, keep the EZ-Set button
pressed down and the blink cycle will repeat until the button is released
and a Mode is selected.
LED Codes and Protection Modes
• Solid Green: VXL-3s power-on light. Low-Voltage Detection is
ACTIVATED (LiPo setting).
A B
• Solid Red: VXL-3s power-on light. Low-Voltage Detection is
DISABLED (NiCad/NiMH setting). Never use LiPo batteries while
Low-Voltage Detection is disabled.
• Fast Blinking Red: Thermal Shutdown Protection Stage 1. If the
Green to Red to Off One blink Red
motor has lower than normal power and the VXL-3s is hot, the
C D
VXL-3s has entered Stage 1 Thermal Shutdown Protection to
guard against overheating caused by excessive current low. If
the motor has no power and the VXL-3s is very hot, the VXL-3s
Release Solid
has entered Stage 2 Thermal Shutdown Protection and has
automatically shut down. Let the VXL-3s cool. Make sure your
model is properly geared for the conditions (see page 25).
• Slow Blinking Red (with Low-Voltage Detection on): The VXL-3s
has entered Low-Voltage Protection. When the battery voltage
A B
begins to reach the minimum recommended discharge voltage
threshold for LiPo battery packs, the VXL-3s will limit the power
output to 50% throttle. When the battery voltage attempts to
fall below the minimum threshold, the VXL-3s will shut down
Green to Red to Off Two blinks Red
all motor output. The LED on the speed control will slowly blink
C D
red, indicating a low-voltage shutdown. The VXL-3s will stay in
this mode until a fully charged battery is connected.
• Alternating; Blinks Red then Green: If the motor has no power,
Release Solid
the VXL-3s has entered Over Voltage Protection. If a battery
with too high voltage is used, the VXL-3s will go into a fail-
safe mode. Warning: If input voltage exceeds approximately
20-volts, the ESC may be damaged. Do not exceed 12.6
maximum peak input voltage.
A B
• Blinking Green: The VXL-3s is indicating the transmitter
Throttle Trim is incorrectly set. If the Multi-Function knob is
set to throttle trim, then adjust the Throttle Trim to the middle
"0" setting.
Green to Red to Off Three blinks Red
C D
Release Solid
See page 26 for Advanced VXL-3s features.