TRA76054-5 LaTrax Teton Manual

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RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS

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 2.4GHz Radio System has been adjusted at the

factory for correct operation with your model. 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 ashing).

2. Elevate the model on a block or a stand so that all the

tires are off the ground. Make sure your hands are clear

of the moving parts of the model.

3. Plug the battery pack connector into the speed control

connector.

4. The on/off switch is integrated into the speed control.

Press and release the EZ-Set button to turn the model

on. The LED will shine RED (see note, below). To turn

the ESC off, press and hold the EZ-Set button until the

LED turns off. Note: If the LED shines green, Low-

Voltage Detection is activated. This may cause poor

performance from the included NiMH battery pack. The

default factory setting is for Low-Voltage Detection to

be disabled (LED shines red). See page 15 for more

information on Low-Voltage Detection.

5. Turn the steering wheel on the transmitter back and

forth and check for rapid operation of the steering

servo. Also, check that the steering mechanism is not

loose or binding. If the steering operates slowly, check

for weak batteries.

6. When looking down at the model, the front wheels

should be pointing straight ahead. If the wheels are

turned slightly to the left or right, slowly adjust the

steering trim control on the transmitter until they are

pointing straight ahead.

7. Gently operate the throttle trigger to ensure that you

have forward and reverse operation, and that the motor

stops when the throttle trigger is at neutral.

8. Once adjustments are made, turn off the receiver on

your model, followed by the hand-held transmitter.

Range-Testing the Radio System

Before each running session with your model, you should

range-test your radio system to ensure that it operates

properly.

1. Turn on the radio system and check its operation, as

described in the previous section.

2. Have a friend hold the model. Make sure hands and

clothing are clear of the wheels and other moving parts

on the model.

3. Walk away from the model with the transmitter until

you reach the farthest distance you plan to operate the

model.

4. Operate the controls on the transmitter once again to

be sure that the model responds correctly.

5. Do not attempt to operate the model if there is

any problem with the radio system or any external

interference with your radio signal at your location.

Higher Speeds Require Greater Distance

The faster you drive your model, the more quickly it will

near the limit of radio range. At top speed, this model can

cover up to 40 feet per second! It’s a thrill, but use caution

to keep your model in range. If you want to see your

model achieve its maximum speed, it is best to position

yourself in the middle of the model’s running area, not

the far end, so you drive the model toward and past your

position. In addition to maximizing the radio’s range, this

technique will keep your model closer to you, making it

easier to see and control.

No matter how fast or far you drive your model,

always leave adequate space between you, the

model, and others. Never drive directly toward

yourself or others.

THE 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM

Forward

Neutral

Brake/Reverse