16 • Slash
ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
Patent-Pending Training Mode
(Profile #3) reduces forward
and reverse throttle by 50%.
Training Mode is provided
to reduce the power output
allowing beginning drivers to
better control the model. As
driving skills improve, simply
change to Sport or Race Mode
for full-power operation.
Tip For Fast Mode Changes
The XL-5 is set to Profile 1 (Sport
Mode) as the default. To quickly
change to Profile 3 (Training
Mode), with the transmitter on,
press and hold the EZ-Set button
until the light blinks red three
times and then release. For full
power, quickly change back
to Profile 1 (Sport Mode) by
pressing and holding the EZ-Set
button until the light blinks red
one time and then releasing.
avoid slamming the speed control from reverse to forward. On high-traction
surfaces, this could result in transmission or driveline damage.
7.
To turn the XL-5 off, press and hold the EZ-Set button for 1½ seconds or until
the red LED turns off.
8.
The XL-5 is equipped with thermal shutdown protection to guard against
overheating caused by excessive current flow. If the operating temperature
exceeds safe limits, the XL-5 will automatically shut down. The LED on the
face of the XL-5 will rapidly blink red, even if the throttle trigger is moved
back and forth. Once the temperature returns to a safe level, the XL-5 will
once again function normally.
XL-5 Profile Selection
The speed control is factory set to Sport Mode (100% forward, brakes, and
reverse). To disable reverse (Race Mode) or to allow 50% power (patent
pending Training Mode), follow these steps. The speed control should
be connected to the receiver and the transmitter adjusted as described
previously. The profiles are selected by entering the programming mode.
Profile Description
Profile #1 (Sport Mode): 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, 100% Reverse
Profile #2 (Race Mode): 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, No Reverse
Profile #3 (Training Mode): 50% Forward, 100% Brakes, 50% Reverse
Selecting Sport Mode
(Profile #1: 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, 100% Reverse)
1.
Turn on your transmitter and connect a fully
charged battery pack to the XL-5.
2.
With the XL-5 off, press and hold
the EZ-Set button until the LED turns solid
green, then solid red and then begins blinking
red (indicating the Profile numbers).
3.
When the LED blinks RED ONCE, release
the EZ-Set button.
4.
The LED will blink and then turn solid green
(Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) or red (Low-
Voltage Detection DISABLED). The model is ready to drive.
Selecting Race Mode
(Profile #2: 100% Forward, 100% Brakes, No Reverse)
1.
Turn on your transmitter and connect a fully
charged battery pack to the XL-5.
2.
With the XL-5 off, press and hold
the EZ-Set button until the LED turns solid
green, then solid red and then begins blinking
red (indicating the Profile numbers).
3.
When the LED blinks RED TWICE, release
the EZ-Set button.
4.
The LED will blink and then turn solid green
(Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) or red (Low-
Voltage Detection DISABLED). The model is ready to drive.
Selecting Training Mode
(Profile #3: 50% Forward, 100% Brakes, 50% Reverse)
1.
Turn on your transmitter and connect a fully
charged battery pack to the XL-5.
2.
With the XL-5 off, press and hold the EZ-Set
button until the LED turns solid green,
then solid red and then begins blinking red
(indicating the Profile numbers).
3.
When the LED blinks RED THREE
TIMES, release the EZ-Set button.
4.
The LED will blink and then turn solid green
(Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) or red (Low-
Voltage Detection DISABLED). The model is ready to drive.
Note:
If you missed the mode you wanted, keep the EZ-Set button pressed
down and the blink cycle will repeat until the button is released and a Mode
is selected.
LED Codes and Protection Modes
•
Solid Green:
XL-5 power-on light. Low-Voltage Detection is
ACTIVATED (LiPo setting).
• Solid Red:
XL-5 power-on light. Low-Voltage Detection is DISABLED
(
NiMH setting).
Never use LiPo batteries while Low-Voltage
Detection is disabled.
• Fast Blinking Red:
The XL-5 is equipped with thermal shutdown
protection to guard against overheating caused by excessive current
flow. If the operating temperature exceeds safe limits, the XL-5 will
automatically shut down. Let the XL-5 cool. Make sure your model is
properly geared for the conditions.
•
Slow Blinking Red (when Low-Voltage Detection is activated):
The
XL-5 has entered Low-Voltage Protection. When the battery voltage
begins to reach the minimum recommended discharge voltage
threshold for LiPo battery packs, the XL-5 will limit the power output
to 50% throttle. When the battery voltage attempts to fall below
the minimum threshold, the XL-5 will shut down all motor output.
The LED on the speed control will slowly blink red, indicating a low-
voltage shutdown. The XL-5 will stay in this mode until a fully charged
battery is connected.
• Fast Blinking Green:
The XL-5’s LED will blink fast green if Throttle
Neutral Protection is activated, or if the speed control is not receiving
a signal. Make certain the speed control is properly plugged into the
receiver and the transmitter is switched on. If this does not restore
normal operation, then the XL-5 is indicating the transmitter’s Throttle
Trim is incorrectly set. Reset the throttle trim to the “0” position. See
sidebar for more on Throttle Neutral Protection.
B
One blink Red
A
Green to Red to Off
D
Solid
C
Release
B
Two blinks Red
A
Green to Red to Off
D
Solid
C
Release
B
Three blinks Red
A
Green to Red to Off
D
Solid
C
Release
Throttle Neutral Protection
The XL-5 speed control features
Throttle Neutral Protection. If
the transmitter’s throttle trim
setting is changed while the
speed control is switched off,
Throttle Neutral Protection
prevents the speed control
from activating the motor until
the throttle trim is corrected.
Throttle Neutral Protection
also prevents the model from
suddenly accelerating if the
speed control is switched on
while the transmitter’s trigger is
being held. When the trigger is
returned to neutral, the XL-5 will
operate properly.
