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Remember, always turn the 
TQ transmitter on first and 
off last to avoid damage to 
your model. 

Automatic Fail-Safe

The TQ 2.4GHz transmitter 
and receiver are equipped 
with an automatic fail-
safe system that does not 
require user programming. 
In the event of signal loss 
or interference, the throttle 
will return to neutral and 
the steering will hold its 
last commanded position. If 
Fail-Safe activates while you 
are operating your model, 
determine the reason for 
signal loss and resolve the 
problem before operating 
your model again.

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.

TQ RADIO SYSTEM RULES 

  Always turn your TQ 2.4GHz 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.

  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.

 Loss of the radio signal can cause 

you to lose control of your model.

TQ 2.4GHz 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 forward and reverse.

70/30

: Allows more forward 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 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, refer to page 15.

TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS

Always turn your

transmitter on first.

Turn on the model.

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2

Plug in the battery.

3

TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM

THROTTLE TRIM

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THROTTLE TRIM

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Page 1: ...MODEL 7307 owner s manual ...

Page 2: ...e want you to feel confident that you own one of the best performing models in the market and that it is backed by a team of professionals who aim to provide the highest level of factory support possible Traxxas models are about experiencing total performance and satisfaction not just with your model but also with the company that stands behind it We know you re excited about getting your new mode...

Page 3: ...Technical assistance is also available at Traxxas com You may also e mail customer support with your question at support Traxxas com Join thousands of registered members in our online community at Traxxas com Traxxas offers a full service on site repair facility to handle any of your Traxxas service needs Maintenance and replacement parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online a...

Page 4: ...ave been damaged in any way Do not use battery packs that have damaged wiring exposed wiring or a damaged connector Children should have responsible adult supervision when charging and handling batteries LiPo Batteries Lithium Polymer LiPo batteries are becoming popular for use in R C models due to their compact size high energy density and high current output However these types of batteries requ...

Page 5: ...ually smooth the decal down with your finger as you go This will prevent air bubbles Placing both ends of the decal down and then trying to smooth it out will result in air pockets Look at the photos on the box for typical decal placement TIRE GLUING The factory tires on your model are already glued to the rims The tires must be glued to the rims to prevent the rims from spinning inside the tires ...

Page 6: ...ear Body Mount Hex Hub Rear Suspension Arm Axle Carrier Pivot Ball Turnbuckle Light Pipe Receiver Box Steering Servo Front Body Mount Battery Compartment Door Battery Compartment Vent Electronic Speed Control VXL 3m Motor Velineon 380 Battery Door Release Tab Slipper Clutch Rocker Rocker Push Rod Push Rod Spring Preload Adjuster Traxxas High Current Connector ...

Page 7: ...ntenna mast in the model Driving tips and adjustments for your model 4 Install batteries in the transmitter See page 11 11 Maintaining your model See page 26 The transmitter requires 4 AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries Follow these critical steps to maintain the performance of your model and keep it in excellent running condition 5 Install the battery pack See page 11 Install the included batt...

Page 8: ... coils on the perimeter of the motor can and the magnets are mounted to the spinning rotor shaft Cogging Cogging is a condition sometimes associated with brushless motors Typically it is a slight stutter noticed when accelerating from a stop It happens for a very short period as the signals from the electronic speed control and the motor synch with each other The VXL 3m is optimized to virtually e...

Page 9: ... by adjusting the throttle and steering trim sliders on the face of the transmitter Thermal Shutdown Protection Temperature sensing electronics used in the electronic speed control detect overloading and overheating of the transistor circuitry If excessive temperature is detected the unit automatically shuts down to prevent damage to the electronics 2 channel radio system The TQ radio system consi...

Page 10: ...CTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Your model is equipped with the newest Traxxas 2 4 GHz transmitter with Traxxas Link The transmitter has two channels for controlling your throttle and steering The receiver inside the model has 5 output channels Your model is equipped with one servo and an electronic speed control TQ 2 4GHz Transmitter Antenna Steering Trim Multi Function Knob Throttle Trigger Throttle Neutr...

Page 11: ...e set screw with the included 1 5mm wrench When reinstalling the antenna slide the antenna wire into the bottom of the antenna tube until the white tip of the antenna exits the top of the tube Carefully curve the white tip over the antenna tube and install the antenna tip to hold it in place Next insert the antenna tube into the mount Make sure the antenna wire is in the antenna mount slot then in...

Page 12: ... chemistries or capacities Using an Additional Battery For Increased Speed An additional battery may also be used to increase the top speed of your model to 50 mph by connecting the batteries in series using a Traxxas series connector Part 3063 sold separately This also requires a gearing change as described on page 24 50 mph Battery and Gearing Installation Instructions 1 Install the included hig...

Page 13: ...een the receiver and the transmitter Loss of the radio signal can cause you to lose control of your model TQ 2 4GHz 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 ...

Page 14: ...s when the throttle trigger is at neutral Warning Do not apply full throttle in forward or reverse while the model is elevated 8 Once adjustments are made turn off the receiver on your model followed by the hand held transmitter Range Testing the Radio System Before each running session with your model you should range test your radio system to ensure that it operates properly 1 Turn on the radio ...

Page 15: ...tial effect is indicated as a percentage the greater the percentage the greater the effect The illustrations to the right show how this works Normal Steering Sensitivity 0 exponential In this illustration the steering servo s travel and with it the steering motion of the model s front wheels corresponds precisely with the steering wheel The ranges are exaggerated for illustrative purposes Decrease...

Page 16: ...hear the steering servos jump but the LED may not stay on 2 Apply forward throttle The LED will turn off until full throttle power is reached At full throttle the led will shine RED 3 Move the trigger forward to apply the brakes Note that braking control is fully proportional The LED will turn off until full braking power is reached At full brakes the LED will shine RED 4 Return the throttle trigg...

Page 17: ...rcuitry constantly monitors the battery voltage When the battery voltage begins to reach the minimum recommended discharge voltage threshold for LiPo battery packs the VXL 3m will limit the power output to 50 throttle When the battery voltage attempts to fall below the minimum threshold the VXL 3m will shut down all motor output The LED on the speed control will slowly blink red indicating a low v...

Page 18: ...s of batteries that are available and the methods with which they can be charged it s impossible to give exact run times for the model Another major factor which affects run time is how the model is driven Run times may decrease when the model is driven repetitively from a stop to top speed and with repetitive hard acceleration Tips for Increasing Run Time Use batteries with the highest mAh rating...

Page 19: ...ubmerge the motor under water Do not gear the motor by temperature when running in wet conditions The motor will be cooled by water contact and will not give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions 1 Drain the tires by spinning the tires at full throttle to sling the water out An easy way to do this is to remove the body and set the model upside d...

Page 20: ...e receiver Receiver Installation 1 Route the antenna wire out of the receiver box cover A Place the cover on the chassis 2 Route the servo and speed control leads into the receiver box cover Use the molded in wire guides to align the servo and speed control leads and antenna wire B 3 Apply a small bead of silicone grease Traxxas part 1647 to the wire clamp C 4 Install the wire clamp and tighten th...

Page 21: ...spension damping effect Changing the oil to a higher viscosity oil will increase damping Lowering the viscosity of the oil will cause the suspension damping to be reduced Damping should be increased with higher viscosity oil if the model is bottoming easily over bumps Damping should be decreased with thinner viscosity oil if the model is hopping over small bumps and feels unstable The viscosity of...

Page 22: ...ear wheels as viewed from above see the diagram below The handling of your model can be adjusted by altering the front and rear toe angles Front Toe Adjustment The toe in of your model s front wheels can be adjusted by threading the front pivot balls in or out of the suspension arms Threading the upper and lower pivot balls into the arms by turning them clockwise will increase toe in Threading the...

Page 23: ...d for use in your model Your model s gear differentials have been tuned specifically to provide balanced handling and authentic rally style drift cornering The front differential has been filled from the factory with high viscosity 50 000W silicone oil The 50 000W oil allows the front wheels to pull the car through the turn when counter steering through a drift Increasing the fluid viscosity incre...

Page 24: ...tions 1 Remove the motor as described previously in Motor Installation 2 Use a1 5mm wrench to loosen the pinion s set screw Remove the pinion 3 Place the replacement pinion gear onto the motor shaft Align the set screw hole with the flat side of the shaft 4 Thread a 1 5mm set screw into the pinion gear but do not tighten it yet 5 Slide the pinion gear down the motor shaft so the wrench shaft fits ...

Page 25: ...d rally and gymkhana style drift cornering but also provides sufficient traction for straight line acceleration and high speed driving This allows the model to perform exciting drift maneuvers without the hard to control driving on ice feeling typical of solid plastic drift tires that do not provide enough grip for high performance driving You model is equipped with standard size touring car wheel...

Page 26: ... shocks full Use only 100 pure silicone shock oil to prolong the life of the seals If you are experiencing leakage around the top of the shock inspect the bladder in the top cap for signs of damage or distortion from overtightening If the bottom of the shock is leaking then it is time for a rebuild The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is part 7062 Suspension Periodically inspect the model for si...

Page 27: ...not have a servo operated brake but the Braking Percentage function still operates the same way in electric models Turning the Multi Function knob full clockwise will deliver maximum brake throw turning the knob counter clockwise reduces brake throw Note Turning the dial counter clockwise to its stop will eliminate all brake action Throttle Trim Setting the Multi Function knob to serve as throttle...

Page 28: ...imes repeatedly 4 Press SET once The status LED will blink green once repeatedly 5 Press MENU once The status LED will blink green twice repeatedly 6 Press SET The memory is now selected to be deleted Press SET to delete the model Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode Failsafe Your Traxxas radio system is equipped with a built in failsafe function that returns the throttle to its last save...

Page 29: ...ve Push forward to desired endpoint and press set to save To reset max throw Let go of controls and press SET The menu tree below shows how to navigate through the TQ 2 4GHz transmitter s various settings and functions Press and hold MENU to enter the menu tree and use the following commands to navigate through the menu and select options MENU When you enter a menu you always start at the top Pres...

Page 30: ... Press SET green LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks x3 Press MENU twice red LED blinks x3 Turn steering wheel to desired max left and right travel x8 Press SET to save each position Turn steering wheel to test settings IF END POINTS ARE OK Press hold MENU returns to driving mode IF END POINTS NEED TO BE CHANGED Press SET and repeat steps 6 8 To reset the END POINTS of STEERING servo to defaults P...

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