12 • Jato 3.3
The Traxxas TQ Radio System
Installing Receiver Batteries
The radio receiver in your Jato uses 4 AA batteries (or rechargeable NiMH
batteries, see below). The receiver battery holder is located in the battery
compartment on the rear skid plate of the vehicle.
Rear Mounting
(Stock)
1.
Unscrew the four 2.5 x 10
cap screws on the rear
battery box cover with the
provided 2mm wrench and
remove the rear cover.
2.
Remove the AA battery
holder and install 4 AA
alkaline batteries. Make
careful note of the battery
polarity by comparing against
the diagrams in the battery holder.
3.
Install the battery holder into the
rear battery compartment.
4.
Replace the battery compartment cover and reinstall the four screws.
Installing an RX Power Pack (Optional)
Jato gives you the option of mounting a 5-cell NiMH RX Power Pack
in either the rear or mid position.
Rear Mounting
(Optional 5-cell RX Power Pack only)
1.
Unscrew the four screws on the rear battery
box cover and remove the rear cover. Remove
the body clip that secures the mid battery
compartment cover, and remove the cover.
2.
Remove the AA battery holder and follow its
wire to the mid battery compartment.
Disconnect the AA battery holder from the
connector in the mid battery compartment.
3.
Route the wire from the RX pack to the mid
battery compartment. Plug the 5-cell RX Power
Pack into the connector.
4.
Install the 5-cell RX Power Pack into the rear battery box, carefully
positioning the wires into the slots so that they will not be pinched
when both battery covers are reinstalled.
5.
Replace the rear battery compartment cover and reinstall the four
screws. Replace the mid battery box cover and secure with the body clip.
Mid Mounting
(Optional 5-cell RX Power Pack only)
1.
Remove the body clip that secures
the mid battery compartment
cover, and remove the cover.
2.
Pull out the battery connector,
disconnect the wire for the AA
battery holder in the rear
compartment, and plug in the
5-cell RX Power Pack. and plug in
the 5-cell RX Power Pack.
3.
Install the 5-cell RX Power Pack into the mid battery box.
4.
Replace the mid battery box cover (being careful not to allow the
wires to be pinched by the cover) and secure it with the body clip.
Traxxas TRX Power System (optional)
The optional Traxxas TRX Power System can be
purchased separately to power the radio system
in the Jato 3.3. Benefits include the economy of
a rechargeable 5-cell nickel metal hydride
(NiMH) battery pack that replaces AA alkaline
batteries, and increased voltage for dramatically
improved servo performance. The TRX Power
Charger (Part #3030X) is a peak-detecting unit that will charge the RX
Power Pack (Part #3036 flat pack or #3037 hump pack) in about one
hour. The peak detection circuitry automatically shuts off the charger
when the maximum charge has been achieved. The TRX Power Charger
also includes a 7.2V adapter for charging 7.2V EZ-Start batteries. The TRX
Power Charger can operate on either AC or DC power. A special wiring
harness for Jato (Traxxas part #3034) that includes a handy external
charging jack is required.
The optional DC car adapter (Part #3032) features a
tangle-free, extra long wire and integrated fuse. The
long charging cord allows the model to remain outside
the car while charging. Caution! Never charge batteries
in an enclosed car interior or while driving. Never leave
charging batteries unattended. Monitor them closely.
Traxxas' integrated TRX Power System is the easiest way to add the
power and economy of rechargeable batteries to your Jato 3.3.
Consult your hobby dealer for purchasing information.
Using the mid battery
compartment provides
improved center-of-gravity
for better on-road
performance. When
using the mid battery
compartment, you may
want to replace the rear
battery compartment with
the lighter rear bumper
(included). Refer to the Jato
3.3 exploded view parts
diagrams for rear battery
compartment removal.
Note: The lightweight rear
bumper is not compatible
with the wheelie bar.
Included rear bumper installed.
