Page 2 - • SUMMIT; introduction; Even if you are an experienced R/C enthusiast,
2 • SUMMIT 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5 TOOLS, SUPPLIES, AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT 6 ANATOMY OF THE SUMMIT 7 QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED 8 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM 16 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 18 DRIVING YOUR MODEL 21 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS 27 MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL 2...
Page 3 - SUMMIT • 3; before you proceed; Your hobby; Refers you to a page with a related topic.; SUPPORT
SUMMIT • 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 t...
Page 4 - • SUMMIT; safety precautions; 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.; IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER; Do not throw your battery in the trash.; SPEED CONTROL
4 • SUMMIT 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 - SUMMIT • 5; Recommended Equipment; Use the Right; SUPPLIED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT; Required Equipment
SUMMIT • 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. Recommended Equipment These items are not required for the operation of your model, but...
Page 6 - • SUMMIT; anatomy of the summit
Toe Link(Turnbuckle) 6 • SUMMIT anatomy of the summit Rear Half Shaft Transmission Chassis Transmission Shifting Servo Rear T-Lock Servo Front T-Lock Servo Antenna Mount Light Pipe Front Suspension Arm Front Bumper RearBumper Oil Shock(Damper) Rear Body Mount Hex Hub Rear Suspension Arm Axle Carrier...
Page 7 - SUMMIT • 7; quick start: getting up to speed; Apply other decals if desired.
SUMMIT • 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 - • SUMMIT; TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM; Applying the Decals; INTRODUCTION
8 • SUMMIT TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz 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 ...
Page 9 - SUMMIT • 9; IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS; Correct; Minimum
SUMMIT • 9 Transmitter - The hand-held radio unit that sends throttle and steering instructions to your model. Trim - The fine-tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the servos, made by adjusting the throttle and steering trim knobs on the face of the transmitter. Note: The Multi-Function knob...
Page 10 - Your model is equipped with the newest Traxxas 2.4 GHz; MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM; TQ 2.4GHz TRANSMITTER; EVX-2 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
THROTTLE TRIM 100 100 0 0 10 • SUMMIT 16.8 V E SC WA TERPROOF Antenna to LED Lights Motor (Titan ® 775) Channel 2 EVX-2 Electronic Speed Control Channel 1 Steering Servos Channel 3 Shift Servo Channel 4 Front T-Lock Servo Channel 5 Rear T-Lock Servo TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM Your model is equip...
Page 11 - INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES; Using Different Battery Configurations; Use the Right Batteries
SUMMIT • 11 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES Your TQ 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 lifting the door up.* 2. Install the batteries in the...
Page 12 - Note; THE TRAXXAS HIGH CURRENT CONNECTOR; Using the Right Charger; -cell Battery Orientation
12 • SUMMIT TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM 5. Close the battery door, making sure not to pinch the battery wires. Be sure both release tabs are fully engaged with the door. Do not connect the battery packs to the EVX-2 at this time. Note : always unplug the batteries and remove from the model after ...
Page 13 - TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS; Throttle Neutral Adjustment; Turn to EVX-2 Setup Programming on; Steering Trim; TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS
SUMMIT • 13 Always turn your TQ 2.4GHz transmitter on first and off last. This procedure will help to prevent your model from receiving stray signals from another transmitter, or other source, and running out of control. Your model has electronic fail-safes to prevent this type of malfunction, but t...
Page 14 - USING THE TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM
14 • SUMMIT Multi-Function Knob The Multi-Function knob can be programmed to control a variety of functions. From the factory, the Multi-Function knob controls steering sensitivity, also known as exponential or “expo.” When the knob is turned counterclockwise all the way to the left (default positio...
Page 15 - Press and hold the transmitter’s SET button as you switch; Decreased Steering Sensitivity (Negative Exponential); SETTING UP THE ANTENNA; Do not bend or kink the antenna
SUMMIT • 15 TQ 2.4GHz Binding Instructions For proper operation, the transmitter and receiver must beelectronically ‘bound.’ This has been done for you at the factory. Should you ever need to re-bind the system or bind to another transmitter or receiver, follow these instructions. Note: the receiver...
Page 16 - Transmitter Adjustments for the EVX-2 ESC; ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
16 • SUMMIT EVX-2 Specifications Input voltage: 6 to 14-cells (7.2 to 16.8 volts DC) Motor limit: 12-turns (550) Continuous current: 30A Peak current : 180A BEC voltage: 6.0V DC Transistor type: MOSFET Motor/Battery Wiring: 14-gauge Protection: Thermal shutdown EVX-2 Wiring Diagram The EVX-2 electro...
Page 17 - Tip For Fast Mode Changes
SUMMIT • 17 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. The...
Page 18 - DRIVING YOUR MODEL; Operating the High-Low Transmission
18 • SUMMIT 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 impor...
Page 19 - RUNNING IN WET CONDITIONS
SUMMIT • 19 Maintain your model. Do not allow dirt or damaged parts to cause binding in the drivetrain. Keep the motor clean. mAh Ratings and Power Output The mAh rating of the battery can effect your top speed performance. The higher capacity battery packs experience less voltage drop under heavy l...
Page 20 - RECEIVER BOX: MAINTAINING A WATERTIGHT SEAL
20 • SUMMIT 4. Blow off the truck with compressed air (optional, but recommended). Wear safety glasses when using compressed air. 5. Remove the wheels from the truck 6. Spray all the bearings, drivetrain, and fasteners with WD-40® or similar water displacing light oil 7. Let the truck stand or you m...
Page 21 - SUSPENSION TUNING; Springs; TUNING ADJUSTMENTS; The shocks are; Rocker Arm
SUMMIT • 21 Summit does not require any specialized knowledge or understanding of its unique suspension and drivetrain to perform typical, everyday setup and tuning adjustments. Adjustment procedures for alignment, spring rate, damping, steering and ride height are covered here. SUSPENSION TUNING Sp...
Page 22 - SHOCK TUNING; Shock Oil; Multi-tool Shock Functions
22 • SUMMIT TUNING ADJUSTMENTS All of the toe links are installed on the truck so that the left hand thread indicators point to the same direction. This makes it easier to remember which way to turn the wrench to increase or decrease toe link length (the direction is same at all four corners). Note ...
Page 23 - Shock disassembly; ALIGNMENT SETTINGS; Toe Adjustment; Decrease; Shock Piston Hole Sizes
SUMMIT • 23 Shock disassembly The shocks must be removed from the vehicle and disassembled to change the pistons. Use the shock exploded views included with the model to aid in the assembly process. 1. Remove the spring and lower spring retainer from the shock. 2. Remove the shock cap (A) and empty ...
Page 24 - Transmission Tuning; Adjusting the Slipper Clutch; WHEELS AND TIRES; Tighten; Positive camber
24 • SUMMIT hex wrench engagement). The upper pivot ball is normally screwed all the way in. Negative camber is achieved by screwing the pivot ball of the lower control arm out. Note: When camber is changed, the toe angle of the wheel has to be reset. Static Camber Base Factory SettingsFront: 1-degr...
Page 25 - MOTORS AND GEARING; Gearing Compatibility Chart:; Spur Gear; High Gear
SUMMIT • 25 model (listed in your parts list). Experimentation with different types of tires is recommended to see which ones work the best on the terrain where the model is run. When selecting tires, consider the overall diameter and the rubber compound (hard or soft). If the overall diameter of th...
Page 26 - Differential Locked; Steering Link Length Template
26 • SUMMIT DUAL SERVO STEERING SYSTEM Summit uses dual-servo steering and a single heavy-duty servo saver for powerful, responsive steering. To prevent unnecessary receiver battery drain it is important to make sure that the servos are “at rest” when the steering is at neutral. If one servo is out ...
Page 27 - MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL; The following procedures should be taken
SUMMIT • 27 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 28 - Steering Sensitivity by default, see page 15); . Accessing the programming; Restoring Factory Defaults; TQ 2.4GHz ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE
28 • SUMMIT 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 observ...
Page 29 - Failsafe; TRANSMITTER LED CODES
SUMMIT • 29 TQ 2.4GHz ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Failsafe Your Traxxas radio system is equipped with a built-in failsafe function that returns the throttle to its last saved neutral position in the event of a signal loss. The LED on the transmitter and the receiver will rapidly flash red. In order to re-...
Page 30 - Enter Programming; MENU TREE; Dual Rate has been selected.
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 Servo Reversin...
Page 31 - MENU TREE FORMULAS
SUMMIT • 31 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 green LED blink...
