Page 2 - INTRODUCTION; 50 motors and a powerful EVX-2 electronic speed control,; Even if you are an experienced R/C; REGISTERING YOUR MODEL; Traxxas Support
2 • E-MAXX 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5 TOOLS, SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT 6 ANATOMY OF THE E-MAXX 7 QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED 8 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM 16 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 18 DRIVING YOUR MODEL 21 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS 26 MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL 27 TQ i...
Page 3 - BEFORE YOU PROCEED; Your hobby; Refers you to a page with a related topic.; SUPPORT; SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER; Most importantly, use good common sense at all times.; BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGING
E-MAXX • 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your model. Failure to follow these instructions will be considered abuse and/or neglect.Before running your model, look over this entire manual and examine th...
Page 4 - Skill Level = Myriad Semi Bold; bluehighway font; C h o o s e t h e M o d e l T h a t i s R i g h t F o r Yo u .; For Expert Drivers Only.; Recycling Your Traxxas Power Cell NiMH Battery; SPEED CONTROL
4 • E-MAXX This model is not intended for use by children under 14 years of age without the supervision of a responsible and knowledgeable adult. All instructions and precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to ensure safe operation of your model. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Previous e...
Page 5 - TOOLS, SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT; SUPPLIED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT; Recommended Equipment; Use the Right; REQUIRED EQUIPMENT; Use the
E-MAXX • 5 TOOLS, SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Your model comes with a set of specialty metric tools. You’ll need to purchase other items, available from your hobby dealer, to operate and maintain your model. 1.5mm “L” wrench SUPPLIED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT Recommended Equipment These items are not ...
Page 6 - ANATOMY OF THE E-MAXX
Rear Differential Toe Link (Turnbuckle) 6 • E-MAXX ANATOMY OF THE E-MAXX Half Shaft TransmissionChassis Antenna Mount Suspension Arm (Front) Front Bumper Front Shock Tower Ultra Shock ™ (Oil Damper) Rear Shock Tower Rear Body Mount Hex Hub Suspension Arm (Rear) Axle Carrier Pivot Ball Toe Link (Turn...
Page 7 - QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED; Apply other decals if desired.
E-MAXX • 7 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 on page 4 8. Detail your model • See page 8 For your own safety, u...
Page 8 - Applying the Decals
8 • E-MAXX 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 d...
Page 9 - TRAXXAS TQ; Thermal Shutdown Protection; IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS; Correct
E-MAXX • 9 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM Thermal Shutdown Protection - Temperature sensing electronics are used in the ESC to detect overloading and overheating of the transistor circuitry. If excessive temperature is detected, the unit automatically shuts down to prevent damag...
Page 10 - MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM; Your model is equipped with the newest TQi 2.4 GHz transmitter; TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER
16.8V ESC WATERPROOF 10 • E-MAXX TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM CH1 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 RPM V/T BATT/ CH5 CH1 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 RPM V/T BATT/ CH5 SS ++ -- V/T - Voltage/Temp Senor Port ** RPM - RPM Sensor Port** BATT/ CH5 - Battery/Channel 5* CH4 - Channel 4* CH3 - Channel 3* CH2 - Speed C...
Page 11 - Use the Right Batteries; INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES; Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the tab and
E-MAXX • 11 If the power indicator 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 28 to identify the code. Use the Right Batteries Your transmitter uses AA batteri...
Page 12 - INSTALLING BATTERY PACKS; Remove the battery hold-down by; Using Different Battery Configurations; Using the Right Charger; NiMH stick pack setup; Release Tab
12 • E-MAXX TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM INSTALLING BATTERY PACKS The included batteries must be fully charged before installation in the model. The battery packs should be removed from the vehicle before charging. Do not leave the battery unattended while charging. 1. Remove the battery hold-down by p...
Page 13 - RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS; Throttle Neutral Adjustment; Turn to EVX-2 Setup Programming on; Steering Trim; RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS
E-MAXX • 13 TRAXXAS TQ i RADIO SYSTEM Remember, always turn the TQi transmitter on first and off last to avoid damage to your model. 5 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 M...
Page 14 - USING THE RADIO SYSTEM
14 • E-MAXX USING THE RADIO SYSTEM The TQi Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the factory. The adjustment should be checked before running the model, in case of movement during shipping. Here’s how: 1. Turn the transmitter switch on. The status LED on the transmitter should be solid green (not fl...
Page 15 - Decreased Steering Sensitivity (Negative Exponential); SETTING UP THE ANTENNA; Do not
E-MAXX • 15 2. Press and hold the receiver’s LINK button as you switch on the speed control by pressing the EZ-Set button. Release the LINK button. 3. When the transmitter and receiver’s LEDs turn solid green, the system is bound and ready for use. Confirm that the steering and throttle operate prop...
Page 16 - When the LED blinks RED ONCE. Pull the; ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL; MOSFET
16 • E-MAXX The EVX-2 electronic speed control is factory set and should not require any adjustments. These instructions are provided for your reference. Battery Settings (Low-Voltage Detection Setting) The Low-Voltage Detection circuitry constantly monitors the battery voltage. When the battery vol...
Page 17 - Tip For Fast Mode Changes
E-MAXX • 17 4. Return the throttle trigger to neutral. The LED will shine red.5. Move the throttle trigger forward again to engage reverse (Profile #1). The LED will turn off. Once full reverse power is reached, the LED will shine red. 6. To stop, return the throttle trigger to neutral. Note that th...
Page 18 - DRIVING YOUR MODEL; About Run Time; RUNNING IN WET CONDITIONS; Precautions
18 • E-MAXX DRIVING YOUR MODEL 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 imp...
Page 19 - Before Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions
E-MAXX • 19 DRIVING YOUR MODEL conditions in order to maintain the performance of your model. Do not run your model in wet conditions if you are not willing to accept the additional care and maintenance responsibilities. • Not all batteries can be used in wet environments. Consult your battery manuf...
Page 20 - RECEIVER BOX: MAINTAINING A WATERTIGHT SEAL
20 • E-MAXX 9. Additional Maintenance : Increase your frequency of disassembly, inspection and lubrication of the following items: This is necessary after extended wet use or if the vehicle will not be used for an extended period of time (such as a week or longer). This additional maintenance is nee...
Page 21 - TUNING ADJUSTMENTS; SUSPENSION TUNING; Adjusting the Pivot Ball Caps; Big bumps and rough terrain require a softer suspension with the
E-MAXX • 21 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS SUSPENSION TUNING Adjusting the Pivot Ball Caps The pivot ball caps should be adjusted so that the pivot balls operate freely in the axle carriers with no excess play. Use the provided four-way suspension multi-tool to tighten or loosen the pivot ball cap. Caster Adjus...
Page 22 - Wheel Force vs. Wheel Travel; Less Firm; Lower Mount 4
22 • E-MAXX Lower Shock Mounting Positions In the out-of-the-box configuration, the shocks are installed in position (A) on the shock tower and position (2) on the lower suspension arm. This setting allows for firm suspension and low ride height, increasing the spring force (at the wheel). This sett...
Page 23 - ALIGNMENT SETTINGS; Static Camber Adjustment; TRANSMISSION TUNING; Adjusting the Slipper Clutch; WHEELS AND TIRES; Positive Camber; Tighten
E-MAXX • 23 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS To achieve a good starting point for the slipper clutch, tighten the slipper clutch adjusting nut clockwise until the slipper clutch adjusting spring fully collapses (do not over tighten), and then turn the slipper clutch nut counter-clockwise ¼ to ½ turn. Front of Tru...
Page 24 - Gearing Compatibility Chart:; MOTORS AND GEARING; The Titan; With the Titan motors,; Use the following formula to calculate the overall ratio; Going Brushless; DUAL STEERING SYSTEM; Spur Gear
24 • E-MAXX Gearing Compatibility Chart: The chart below shows a full range of gear combinations. This does NOT imply that these gear combinations should be used. Over-gearing (bigger pinions, smaller spurs) can overheat and damage the motor and/or speed control. MOTORS AND GEARING The Titan ™ 550 M...
Page 26 - MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL; The following procedures should be taken
26 • E-MAXX MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL Your model requires timely maintenance in order to stay in top running condition. The following procedures should be taken very seriously. Inspect the vehicle for obvious damage or wear. Look for: 1. Cracked, bent, or damaged parts 2. Check the wheels and steering ...
Page 27 - clockwise to its stop will eliminate all brake action).; TRAXXAS LINK MODEL MEMORY; TQ; Restoring Factory Defaults; transmitter LED will blink red.; Throttle Trim Seek Mode
E-MAXX • 27 Your Traxxas transmitter has a programmable Multi-Function knob that can be set to control various advanced transmitter functions (set to Steering Sensitivity by default, see page 15). Accessing the programming menu is done by using the menu and set buttons on the transmitter and observi...
Page 28 - Model Lock; Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode.; Note; : To unlock a memory, press SET twice at step 5. The LED will; Failsafe; TRANSMITTER LED CODES
28 • E-MAXX TQ i ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Model Lock The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to twenty models (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a twenty-first receiver, Traxxas Link Model Memory will delete the “oldest” receiver from its memory (in other words, the model you used the lo...
Page 29 - Enter Programming; MENU TREE; Dual Rate has been selected.
E-MAXX • 29 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 Electric One Blink Red 1 Un...
Page 30 - MENU TREE FORMULAS
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) Press/hold MENU ...
Page 31 - PROGRAMMING YOUR TQ; or iPod touch; Traxxas Link; Tap and slide to adjust Steering Sensitivity,
E-MAXX • 31 TQ i ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE The TQi Docking Base is sold separately (Part #6510). The Traxxas Link application is available from the Apple App store for iPhone and iPod touch mobile devices. iPhone and iPod touch are not included with the TQi Docking Base. For more information about the T...
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