TRAXXAS xo-1 - Manuals

6 • X O -1 The XO-1 features a Castle Creations Brushless System pre-installed from the factory. The XO-1 is manufactured by Traxxas and is backed by full Traxxas factory support. The installed Mamba Monster Extreme power system (electronic speed control, motor, on/off switch) is manufactured by Cas...

X O -1 • 7 TOOLS, SUPPLIES, AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Recommended Equipment These items are not required for the operation of your model, but are a good idea to include in any R/C toolbox:• Safety glasses• Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue, part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife• Side cutters and/or needle n...

X O -1 • 9 QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. 1. Read the safety precautions beginning on page 3 6. Check servo operation • See page 16 For you...

10 • X O -1 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM Applying the Decals The main decals for your model have been applied at the factory. The decals are printed on self-adhesive clear mylar and are die-cut for easy removal. Use a hobby knife to lift the corner of a decal and lift it from the backing. To apply the ...

X O -1 • 11 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM Neutral position - The standing position that the servos seek when the transmitter controls are at the neutral setting. NiMH - Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride, the most common radio-control battery type. NiMH packs have lower curr...

12 • X O -1 Your model is equipped with the TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with the Traxxas Link Wireless Module. 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 co...

X O -1 • 13 TRAXXAS TQ i 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 co...

14 • X O -1 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM 4 The following Traxxas High Current Connector packages are available from your hobby dealer. When using adapters, be careful not to exceed the current rating of the Molex connector. Battery Compartment Specs:• 49.5mm (1.95 ” ) wide x 155mm (6.10 " ) long (s...

X O -1 • 15 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM 5 Remember, always turn the TQi transmitter on first and off last to avoid damage to your model. Automatic Fail-Safe The TQi transmitter and receiver are equipped with an automatic fail-safe system that does not require user programming. In the event of signal l...

16 • X O -1 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM Using Reverse: While driving, push the throttle trigger forward to apply brakes. Once stopped, return the throttle trigger to neutral. Push the throttle trigger forward again to engage proportional reverse. USING THE RADIO SYSTEM The TQi Radio System has been pr...

X O -1 • 17 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM Steering Sensitivity (Exponential) The Multi-Function knob on the TQi transmitter has been programmed to control Steering Sensitivity (also known as exponential). The standard setting for Steering Sensitivity is “normal (zero exponential),” with the dial full le...

18 • X O -1 Refer to the included Castle Driver’s Ed Guide instruction manual for full speed control operation details. The Castle Creations Mamba Monster Extreme speed control should not need reprogramming with normal use. However, if you install a different radio system in your model, or change th...

X O -1 • 19 Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on driving and making adjustments to your model. Before you go on, here are some important precautions to keep in mind. • Allow the model to cool for a few minutes between runs. This is particularly important when using h...

20 • X O -1 Once you become familiar with driving your model, you might need to make adjustments for better driving performance Adjusting Gear Mesh Incorrect gear mesh is the most common cause of stripped spur gears. Gear mesh should be checked and adjusted anytime a gear is replaced, or if excessiv...

X O -1 • 21 Use stiffer springs to reduce bottoming out the chassis, reduce body lean, control brake dive, and provide a firmer, more responsive feel. Increasing the spring rate will increase the responsiveness of the suspension. This may be beneficial in some conditions, but may make the car feel t...

22 • X O -1 3. Empty the used shock oil from the shock body. 4. Fill the shock with new silicone shock oil up to the top of the shock body. 5. Slowly move the piston up and down (always keeping it submerged in oil) to release the air bubbles. Let the shock sit for a few minutes to allow any remainin...

X O -1 • 23 MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL Your model requires timely maintenance in order to stay in top running condition. The following procedures should be taken very seriously. Frequently inspect the vehicle for obvious damage or wear. Look for: 1. Cracked, bent, or damaged parts.2. Check the wheels an...

X O -1 • 25 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS CAMBER GAIN Your model has provisions for adjusting the camber gain geometry of the front and rear suspension. “Camber gain” refers to an increase in camber angle as the suspension is compressed. The camber gain of the vehicle can be changed inside or outside ...

26 • X O -1 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS GEARING Changing the gearing allows you to fine tune the speed of the model and control the temperatures of the battery packs and motor. Use a lower gear ratio (numerically larger) to reduce current draw and temperatures. Use a higher gear (numerically lower) ...

X O -1 • 27 5. Remove the two 3x15mm button head screws from the differential cover and set the differential cover aside. 6. Remove the two screw pins that fasten the driveshafts to the differential output. 7. Installation is the reverse of above. Rear differential: 1. Remove the two 3x25mm counters...

28 • X O -1 EXPERTS ONLY: OPERATING THE XO-1 AT MAXIMUM SPEED Now that you are familiar with the operation of the XO-1 in ‘out-of-the-box’ trim, it’s time to explore the upper limits of its performance capability. Before you unlock the power system and outfit your model for full-power operation, mak...

X O -1 • 29 Unlocking the Power System for 100mph Running The XO-1 is ‘locked’ to limit its top speed to 50mph. To access the model’s full power capability and 100+mph top speed, you must ‘unlock’ the power system. This requires an internet-enabled Apple iPhone®, iPod touch®, iPad®, or iPad mini ™ t...

30 • X O -1 OPERATING THE XO-1 AT MAXIMUM SPEED Closed Course Only! Location is the most important thing to consider when driving 100mph. Only drive the XO-1 at full speed on a closed course where there is no possibility for an animal, spectator or other person to wander into the path of the vehicle...

X O -1 • 31 The XO-1’s TQi transmitter is equipped with the Traxxas Link Wireless Module. This innovative accessory transforms your iPhone®, iPod touch®, iPad®, or iPad mini™ into a powerful tuning tool that equips your TQi with an intuitive, high-definition, full-color graphical user interface. Tra...

32 • X O -1 TQ i ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE LED Color / Pattern Name Notes Solid green Normal Driving Mode See page 15 for information on how to use your transmitter controls. Slow red (0.5 sec on / 0.5 sec off) Binding See page 16 for more information on binding. Flashing fast green (0.1 sec on / 0.15 s...

X O -1 • 33 TQ i ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Press MENU to move through options. Press SET to select an option. Press MENU to move through options. Press SET to select an option. Press SET to select an option. Enter Programming Press and hold MENU for 3 seconds Steering Sensitivity (Expo) One Blink Red 1 ...

34 • X O -1 TQ i ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Starting Over: Restoring Factory Defaults When programming your 2.4GHz transmitter, you may feel the need to start over with a clean slate. Follow these simple steps to restore the factory settings:1. Turn transmitter off.2. Hold both MENU and SET.3. Turn trans...

X O -1 • 35 TQ i ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Set Multi-Function knob for STEERING SENSITIVITY (Expo) Press/hold MENU green LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks x 8 Press SET to confirm green LED blinks (x8) Press/hold MENU returns to driving mode Set Multi-Function knob for THROTTLE SENSITIVITY (Expo) Pres...