Traxxas 39087-1 - Manual (Page 12)

12 • E-MAXX BRUSHLESS
TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM
INSTALLING BATTERY PACKS
1. Remove the battery hold-down by pressing on
the release tab and lifting out the hold-down.
2. Install the battery pack with the battery
wires facing the rear of the model.
3. Insert the tabs of the battery hold-down into
the slots in the rear hold-down retainer (A).
Swing the battery hold down towards the
chassis and snap (lock) the end into the front
hold-down retainer (B).
Using Different Battery Configurations
The battery hold-downs are capable of
accommodating either side-by-side racing style
packs or the more common stick packs. The
battery compartments are configured for stick
packs from the factory. The number on each
side of the hold down indicates the battery height in millimeters that
hold-down can accommodate. Note that one side is labeled “25” and
other side is labeled “23”. The 25mm side is for use with typical stick
type battery packs. If you
are using side-by-side
racing packs, simply flip
the hold-down over to the
23mm side and use it on the
opposite side of the chassis.
Accessory hold downs and
foam (part #3927X) are
available to accommodate
larger battery packs. See the
3903 E-Maxx parts list for
more information.
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 failsafes 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.
• Always use new or freshly charged batteries for the radio system.
Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver and
the transmitter. Loss of the radio signal can cause you to lose control
of your model.
• 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.
• Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery. 25mm side: Standard
NiMH stick pack setup
23mm side: Side-by-side
NiMH pack setup
When using 6-cell battery packs, install the supplied foam block
(spacer) into the front of the battery compartment. The spacers
are located in your instructions package. The spacers are shaped
to conform to the chassis. There is a right and a left. Test fit them to
confirm their location. Remove the backing from the self adhesive
strips and secure them to the front of the battery compartments.
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Always turn your
transmitter on first.
Turn on the model.
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Plug in the batteries.
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Battery iD
Your model’s included battery
pack is equipped with Traxxas
Battery iD. This exclusive
feature allows Traxxas battery
chargers (sold separately)
to automatically recognize
connected battery packs
and optimize the charge
settings for the battery.
This eliminates the need to
worry over charger settings
and menus for the easiest
and safest charging solution
possible. Visit Traxxas.com to
learn more about this feature
and available Traxxas iD
chargers and batteries.
The Traxxas
High-Current Connector
Your model is equipped
with the Traxxas High-
Current Connector. Standard
connectors restrict current
flow and are not capable of
delivering the power needed
to maximize the output
of the EVX-2. 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.
“25” - Standard stick packs
“23” - Side-by-side packs
Release Tab