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Traxxas TRX4 SPORT 82224-4 Owner's Manual

Traxxas TRX4 SPORT 82224-4 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 MODEL 82224-4 owner s manual ’...
  • Page 2 ANATOMY OF procedures to get your model up In other words, we built it the Traxxas way -- rugged, powerful, and THE TRX-4 SPORT and running in the shortest time possible. If you are an ready to handle the rigors of remote locations and all-day driving experienced R/C enthusiast, you will find it helpful and fast.
  • Page 3 Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement Throughout this manual, you’ll notice warnings and helpful hints Ready-To-Drive, TQ, Titan, parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online TRX-4, TRX-4 Sport,and XL-5 HV identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! at Traxxas.com.
  • Page 4 All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. • Insulate the Wires: Always insulate exposed wiring with heat Operate your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, shrink tubing to prevent short circuits.
  • Page 5 • ONLY use a Traxxas iD charger to charge Traxxas iD batteries. • ALWAYS use a Traxxas iD charger to charge Traxxas iD batteries. ONLY use a Lithium Polymer (LiPo) balance charger with a •...
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued from previous page) • DO NOT charge batteries inside of an automobile. DO NOT charge • If a battery gets hot to the touch during the charging process batteries while driving in an automobile. (temperature greater than 110°F / 43°C), immediately disconnect the battery from the charger and discontinue charging.
  • Page 7 Traxxas recommends you choose a genuine Traxxas pack, with Traxxas High-Current connector* EZ-Peak® iD charger for safer charging, maximum Traxxas Power Cell LiPo iD® batteries are strongly recommended battery life, and performance for maximum performance and safer charging *Battery and charger style are subject to change and may vary from images.
  • Page 8 ANATOMY OF THE TRX-4 SPORT Chassis Top View Battery Hold-Down Traxxas High-Current Connector Electronic Speed Control Slipper Clutch Front Clipless Body Mount Battery Compartment Transmission Motor Front Bumper Rear Clipless Body Mount Rear Bumper LED Light Pipe Steering Servo Antenna Mount...
  • Page 9 ANATOMY OF THE TRX-4 SPORT Chassis Bottom View Rear Axle Rear Portal Housing Rear Upper Link Front Upper Link Front Portal Housing Front Axle Chassis Rail Shock Rear Driveshaft Skidplate Differential Cover Rear Lower Link Floor Pan Front Driveshaft Front Lower Link Caster Block...
  • Page 10 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 full operating instructions 1.

  • Page 11: Radio System

    TQ 2.4GHz radio system. For additional information and how- the transmitter controls are at the neutral setting. to videos, visit Traxxas.com. NiCad - Abbreviation for nickel-cadmium. The original rechargeable RADIO AND POWER SYSTEM TERMINOLOGY hobby pack, NiCad batteries have very high current handling, Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with these radio and high capacity, and can last up to 1000 charging cycles.
  • Page 12 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS Thermal Shutdown Protection - Temperature sensing electronics • Do not kink the receiver antenna wire. Kinks in the antenna wire are used in the ESC to detect overloading and overheating of the To prevent loss of radio range, will reduce range.
  • Page 13 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter. XL-5 HV Wiring Diagram The transmitter has two channels: Channel one operates the Motor steering, and channel two operates the throttle. The receiver (Titan ®...
  • Page 14 Make certain you choose the correct type of charger for the batteries 3. Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed. to the manufacturer’s you select. Traxxas recommends you choose a genuine Traxxas EZ- instructions. 4. Turn on the transmitter and check the status indicator for a...
  • Page 15 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM INSTALLING THE BODY To reinstall the body: Your TRX-4 Sport includes an innovative latching system (patent 1. Position the body on the chassis. Align the left and right sides Battery iD pending) for securing the body to the chassis (body clips are not...
  • Page 16 XL-5 HV. The Traxxas connector’s gold-plated terminals with large contact surfaces ensure positive current flow with the least amount of resistance. Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give.
  • Page 17 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS • In order for the transmitter and receiver to bind to one another, the receiver in the model must be turned on within 20 seconds Remember, always turn the of turning on the transmitter. The transmitter LED will flash fast transmitter on first and off red, indicating a failure to link.
  • Page 18 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM 1. Press and hold the SET button on the transmitter for two 7. Gently operate the throttle trigger to ensure that you have seconds. The status LED will flash green. forward and reverse operation, and that the motor stops when Using Reverse: While driving, the throttle trigger is at neutral.
  • Page 19 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM No matter how fast or far you drive your model, always leave adequate TRANSMITTER LED CODES space between you, the model, and others. Never drive directly toward Fail-Safe LED Color / Pattern Name Notes yourself or others.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL XL-5 HV Battery Settings (Low-Voltage Detection Setting) XL-5 HV Setup Programming (Calibrating your ESC and transmitter) XL-5 HV Specifications The XL-5 HV electronic speed control is equipped with built-in Low- Read through all of the programming steps before you begin. If you Voltage Detection.
  • Page 21 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL release too quickly, you may hear the steering servo jump but the Selecting Sport Mode LED may not stay on. Simply press the button again until the LED (Profile #1: 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, 100% Reverse) Patented Training Mode shines GREEN, and then release.
  • Page 22 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Selecting Trail Mode WARNING: FIRE HAZARD! (Profile #4: 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, 100% Reverse; Throttle Neutral Protection Do not use LiPo batteries in this vehicle with Drag Brake at Neutral) The XL-5 HV speed control Low-Voltage Detection disabled.

  • Page 23: Driving Your Model

    RUNNING IN WET CONDITIONS • High-performance vehicles produce small vibrations that may loosen Your new Traxxas TRX-4 Sport is designed with water-resistant features hardware over time. Frequently check wheel nuts and other screws on to protect the electronics in the model (receiver, servos, electronic your vehicle to ensure that all hardware remains properly tightened.
  • Page 24 DRIVING YOUR MODEL Precautions Motor Precautions • Without proper care, some parts of your model can be seriously • Titan 550 motor life can be greatly reduced in mud and water. If the damaged due to contact with water. Know that additional motor gets excessively wet or submerged, use very light throttle (run maintenance procedures will be required after running in wet the motor slowly) until the excess water can run out.
  • Page 25 • Transmission: Remove, disassemble, clean, and re-grease the transmission components. Use a light coating of high-performance grease (such as Traxxas part #5041) on the metal gear teeth. No grease is required for the nylon gears. Refer to your exploded view diagrams for help with disassembly and reassembly.

  • Page 26: Adjusting Your Model

    ADJUSTING YOUR MODEL Adjustment procedures for alignment, spring rate, damping, steering, Replacing Shock Oil and ride height are covered here. The shocks have to be removed from 6.7mm Important: The shocks are the vehicle and disassembled to assembled at the factory SUSPENSION TUNING change the oil.
  • Page 27 6. Fill the shock with new silicone shock oil suspension geometry of the model. The offsets and dimensions (see the “Replacing Shock Oil” section on the designed into the model’s wheels are intentional; therefore, Traxxas previous page). cannot recommend the use of other non-Traxxas wheels with 7.
  • Page 28 ADJUSTING YOUR MODEL MOTORS AND GEARING Gearing Compatibility Chart: The TRX-4 Sport’s Titan ™ 550 Motor has been carefully matched The chart below show a full range of gear combinations. This to the needs of the TRX-4 Sport. The Titan 550 is made to run does NOT imply that these gear combinations should be used.
  • Page 29 ADJUSTING YOUR MODEL Adjusting Gear Mesh Steering Link Incorrect gear mesh is the most common cause of stripped spur gears. Your model includes a fixed gear positioning system to simplify the process and ensure proper gear 77.3mm mesh settings. Access the gears by removing the three 3x8mm button- 3.

  • Page 30: Maintaining Your Model

    If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it lubricants. 1. Cracked, bent, or damaged parts is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is 2. Check the wheels and steering for binding. part #8262.
  • Page 31 ’ MODEL 82224-4 6250 Traxxas Way McKinney, Texas 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 240702 82224-4-OM-EN-R00...

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