Traxxas 82034-4, Owner'S Manual

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TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM

INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES

Your TQi transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery 
compartment is located in the base of the transmitter.

1.  Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the tab 

and sliding the door open.

2.  Install the batteries in the correct orientation as indicated in 

the battery compartment.

3.  Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed.
4.  Turn on the transmitter and check the status indicator for a 

solid green light.

If the status LED flashes red, the transmitter 
batteries may be weak, discharged or possibly 
installed incorrectly. Replace with new batteries. 
The power indicator light does not indicate the 
charge level of the battery pack installed in the 
model. Refer to the Troubleshooting section on page 18 for more 
information on the transmitter Status LED codes.

If the status LED doesn’t light 
green, check the polarity 
of the batteries. Check 
rechargeable batteries for 
a full charge. If you see any 
other flashing signal from the 
LED, refer to the chart on page 
18 to identify the code.

Use the Right Batteries

Your transmitter uses AA 
batteries. Use new alkaline 
batteries (Part # 2914) or 
rechargeable batteries, 
such as NiMH (nickel-metal 
hydride) batteries, in your 
transmitter. Make sure 
rechargeable batteries are 
fully charged according 
to the manufacturer’s 
instructions.
If you use rechargeable 
batteries in your transmitter, 
be aware that when they 
begin to lose their charge, 
they lose power more 
quickly than regular alkaline 
batteries. 
Caution: Discontinue running 
your model at the first sign of 
weak batteries (flashing red 
light) to avoid losing control.

SELECTING BATTERIES AND A CHARGER  
FOR YOUR MODEL

Your model does not include a battery or charger. The speed control in 
the model is compatible with both LiPo and NiMH batteries. One NiMH 
or 2s/3s LiPo battery equipped with a Traxxas High-Current Connector 
is required. Traxxas Power Cell iD batteries are strongly recommended 
for maximum performance and safer charging. The following chart lists 
all the available Power Cell batteries for your model:

Make certain you choose the correct type of charger for the batteries 
you select.  Traxxas recommends you choose a genuine Traxxas 
EZ-Peak iD charger for safer charging and maximum battery life and 
performance.

Charger

Part 

No.

NiMH 

Compatible

LiPo 

Compatible

Battery 

iD

Max. 
Cells

EZ-Peak Plus,  
4 amps                                  

2970                 

YES                 

YES

YES

3s

EZ-Peak Live,  
12 amps                          

2971                 

YES                 

YES

YES

4s

EZ-Peak Dual,  
8 amps                          

2972                 

YES                 

YES

YES

3s

EZ-Peak Live Dual,  
26+ amps                          

2973                 

YES                 

YES

YES

4s

LiPo Batteries with iD
2849X

4000mAh 11.1v 3-Cell 25C LiPo Battery

2872X

5000mAh 11.1V 3-Cell 25C LiPo Battery

2843X

5800mAh 7.4V 2-Cell 25C LiPo Battery

2869X

7600mAh 7.4V 2-Cell 25C LiPo Battery

NiMH Batteries with iD
2923X

Battery, Power Cell, 3000mAh (NiMH, 7-C flat, 8.4V)

2940X

Battery, Series 3 Power Cell, 3300mAh (NiMH, 7-C flat, 8.4V)

2950X

Battery, Series 4 Power Cell, 4200mAh (NiMH, 7-C flat, 8.4V)

2960X

Battery, Series 5 Power Cell, 5000mAh (NiMH, 7-C flat, 8.4V)

WARNING: FIRE HAZARD!

Users of Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries must read the 
Warnings and Precautions beginning on page 4. You  

MUST use a  LiPo charger for LiPo batteries or battery damage  
with the potential for fire will result.

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