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  • Page 1 MODEL 77076-4 owner s manual ’...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    BASIC TUNING read and follow the procedures in this manual. ADJUSTMENTS Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to assure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction MAINTAINING possible. We truly want you to enjoy your new model!

  • Page 3: Before You Proceed

    To-Win, X-Maxx, Velineon, and & CROSS-REFERENCES ProGraphix are trademarks or parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online Throughout this manual, you’ll notice warnings and helpful hints registered trademarks of Traxxas. at BuyTraxxas.com. You can save time, along with shipping identified by the icons below.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Keep any spectators and animals at a safe distance. Wearing eye If you as the user do not accept liability of ownership, Traxxas requests that you do protection is recommended. not use this product. Do not open any of the enclosed materials. Return the model to your hobby dealer.
  • Page 5 • Always disconnect the batteries in the model when it is not in use. Never store the vehicle with batteries in the • Use Traxxas High-Current Connectors: Do not change the battery and motor connectors. Improper wiring can model, as this can cause a fire leading to property damage, serious personal injury or even death.

  • Page 6: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    R/C toolbox: Required Equipment • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue, Part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife • Side cutters and/or needle Traxxas Power Cell LiPo Battery nose pliers (part #2972X or #2878X, sold separately) •...

  • Page 7: Anatomy Of The X-Maxx

    ANATOMY OF THE X-MAXX Lower Suspension Arm Motor Steering Block Battery Hold-Down Caster Block Upper Suspension Traxxas High-Current Connector Battery Compartment Chassis Slipper Clutch Steering Servo Receiver Adjustment (Under chassis) Access Plug Front Rear Bumper Bumper Rear Shock Front Tower...

  • Page 8: 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 corners of Quick Start pages. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the 1.

  • Page 9: Tq Radio And Velineon Power System

    INTRODUCTION signals from the electronic speed control and the motor synch with each other. The VXL-6s electronic speed control is optimized Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Applying the Decals to virtually eliminate cogging. Traxxas Link ™...
  • Page 10 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM NiMH - Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride. Rechargeable NiMH Thermal Shutdown Protection - Temperature sensing electronics batteries offer high current handling and much greater resistance used in the VXL-6s electronic speed control detect overloading To prevent loss of radio range to the “memory”...

  • Page 11: Transmitter And Receiver

    Speed Control Link Button Traxxas High-Current EZ-Set Button Connector (Male) (On/Off Button) to Battery Power Switch Battery Compartment ** Accessory sensor expansion port for use with the Telemetry Expander Module X-MAXX • 11 (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information)

  • Page 12: Installing Transmitter Batteries

    LiPo batteries equipped with Traxxas High Current Connectors Your transmitter uses AA are required. Do not use NiMH batteries. Traxxas Power Cell LiPo batteries. Use new alkaline batteries are strongly recommended. The following chart lists all the batteries (part #2914).

  • Page 13: Installing The Battery Packs

    Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give. X-MAXX • 13...
  • Page 14 (center) point of the steering channel. the battery pack is plugged Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver Note: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) in. The model could run out and the transmitter. Loss of the radio signal can cause you to lose must be completely turned off while adjusting steering trim.

  • Page 15: Using The Radio System

    TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM USING THE RADIO SYSTEM 3. Walk away from the model with the transmitter until you reach the farthest distance you plan to operate the model. The TQi Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the factory. The...
  • Page 16 The recommended (default) SELF-RIGHTING Correct setting for TSM is to rotate the Your model is equipped with Traxxas knob to the 12:00 position (the Self-Righting that will allow you to zero mark on the dial). automatically return it to an upright position after a rollover.

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    To check the status of your model, turn it on. If the green and then red. Release the EZ-Set button. Traxxas High-Current speed control’s LED is green, Low Voltage Detection is already activated. . 4. When the LED blinks RED ONCE, pull the throttle...
  • Page 18 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Selecting Race Mode discharge voltage threshold for LiPo battery packs, the VXL-6s (Profile #2: 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, No Reverse) will limit the power output to 50% throttle. When the battery Patented Training Mode 1. Connect a fully charged battery pack to voltage attempts to fall below the minimum threshold, the (Profile #3) reduces forward the VXL-6s and turn on your transmitter.

  • Page 19: Driving Your Model

    DRIVING YOUR MODEL Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on interference can cause momentary losses of control, allow a safety driving and making adjustments to your model. Before you go on, margin of space in all directions around the model in order to here are some important precautions to keep in mind.
  • Page 20 Do not • The Traxxas TQi transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it allow mud to collect on the motor or pack around the motor. to wet conditions such as rain.
  • Page 21 (such as a week or longer). 4. Apply a small bead of silicone grease This additional maintenance is needed to prevent any trapped (Traxxas part #1647) to the wire clamp. moisture from corroding internal steel components. 5. Install the wire clamp and tighten the •...

  • Page 22: Basic Tuning Adjustments

    BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Once you become familiar with driving your model, you might need Adjusting the Slipper Clutch to make adjustments for better driving performance. The model is equipped with an To achieve a good starting adjustable slipper clutch that is Adjusting Gear Mesh point for the slipper clutch built into the large spur gear.
  • Page 23 BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Centering Your Servo 2. Remove the cartridge/ shock shaft/piston If you have removed the servo horn from your X-Maxx’s steering assembly from the servo, or the servo has been removed for service or cleaning, the shock body. servo must be re-centered prior to installation of the servo horn or installation of the servo.

  • Page 24: Maintaining Your Model

    If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it is time High performance vehicles 5. Check the mounting of the receiver and servo(s) and for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is part #7762. generate small vibrations speed control.
  • Page 25 MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL Removing the front suspension module 4x25mm 1. Remove the two 3x20mm button-head cap screws from the front of 4x14mm the chassis brace. 2. Remove the 3x15mm button-head cap screw from the steering link. 3. Remove the four 4x25mm button-head cap screws from the top of the chassis.

  • Page 26: Advanced Tuning Adjustments

    For Expert Drivers ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS For Expert Drivers Gearing Compatibility Chart: Roll Center Note: If you place the front The chart below shows recommended X-Maxx has provisions for adjusting the roll center geometry of the links in the bottom position gear combination ranges for your model.
  • Page 27 Refer to the X-Maxx Front Assembly in the Service and Support Guide either lower or higher viscosity oil will vary the performance included with your model, or online at Traxxas.com/support for the characteristics of the differentials. Changing to higher viscosity oil complete differential assembly.

  • Page 28: Tq Advanced Tuning Guide

    (set to The Multi-Function knob can be set to control Throttle Sensitivity. Starting Over: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) by default, see page 16). Accessing Throttle Sensitivity works the same way as Steering Sensitivity, but Restoring Factory Defaults the programming menu is done by using the menu and set buttons on applies the effect to the throttle channel.
  • Page 29 This is especially handy if you operate multiple equipped with a built-in failsafe This allows you to fine-tune the servo settings to prevent binding vehicles with a single transmitter via Traxxas Link Model Memory. ™ function that returns the throttle...
  • Page 30 Model Lock locked. Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode. The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty models Note: To unlock a memory, press SET twice at step 5. The LED will (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a thirty-first receiver, Traxxas Link blink rapidly green to indicate the model is unlocked.
  • Page 31 Transmitter is restored to default Press Delete Model C onfirm Deletion X-MAXX • 31 One Blink Red Two Blinks Green *Torque Control is a feature designed only for use with the power system in the Traxxas Funny Car Race Replica (Model #6907).
  • Page 32 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Set Multi-Function MENU TREE FORMULAS knob for STEERING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press SET to confirm Press/hold MENU SENSITIVITY (Expo) To select functions and make adjustments to the TQi transmitter without green LED blinks red LED blinks green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode referencing the Menu Tree, turn your transmitter on, find the function in the...
  • Page 33 For more information about the Traxxas Link When you equip your model The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store℠ or on Wireless Module and the with sensors, the Traxxas Link Google Play™) gives you complete control over the operation and tuning Traxxas Link application, of your Traxxas model with stunning visuals and absolute precision.
  • Page 34 ’ 6250 TRAXXAS WAY, McKINNEY, TEXAS 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 151215 KC2365-R00-77076-4-OM-EN...

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