Traxxas TQi™ Compatibility Guide
Transmitter and
receiver compatibility varies with each Traxxas 2.4 GHz radio system. Find your
transmitter below to see with which receivers it is compatible.
Second-Generation TQi 2.4 GHz Transmitter and Receiver
The latest TQi 2.4 GHz transmitter features the same case as the previous TQi
transmitters, and is identified by the blue "i" in the TQi logo. This
transmitter no longer uses a Docking Base, instead it uses the Traxxas Link
Wireless Module, item no. 6511. The Traxxas Link Wireless Module is included
with vehicles that feature factory-installed telemetry.
The second-generation TQi 2.4 GHz receiver, item no. 6533, features telemetry
compatibility; it also features the Traxxas exclusive Traxxas Stability
Management (TSM).
TQi 2.4 GHz Compatible Receivers
The TQi features a
5-channel, telemetry-enabled micro receiver, item numbers 6518 or 6533 (TSM-enabled). One of these receivers is
included with all Traxxas models that include the TQi (6533 for models including TSM), and the 6533 is included with the
TQi when you buy the system separately. The 2218X and 6519 receivers can also be used
with the TQi, however, they do not support telemetry.
Third-Generation TQ 2.4 GHz Transmitter and Receiver
The latest TQ 2.4 GHz transmitter features the same case styling as the TQi, and
is identified by the red TQ logo. This transmitter includes the 6519 receiver.
This receiver can also be used with all TQi transmitters, but the receiver does
not support the transmitter's telemetry or model memory capabilities.
Legacy 2.4 GHz Transmitters and Receivers
The original
"gray case" Traxxas 2.4 GHz transmitter and 2217 receiver are only compatible
with each other, and may not be used with the newer 2218X and 6518 receivers.
If you have this system, you can trade up to the latest telemetry-ready TQi
technology at a discounted price by using the Power-Up™
Program. Click here for more details!
Adding Telemetry to Your Traxxas Model
Telemetry is the ability to gather performance data from your vehicle remotely.
The Traxxas TQi transmitter can be accessorized to deliver live telemetry,
enabling you to see motor/engine rpm, temperature, speed, and battery voltage
as you drive. This data is displayed on the Traxxas Link dashboard and can be
recorded for playback later, since you'll need to keep your eyes on the road as
you drive!
To enable telemetry in your model, you will need a TQi transmitter and 6518 or 6533 receiver (these are the receivers included with the TQi, and installed in any vehicle that includes the TQi). You will also need the 6511 Traxxas Link Wireless Module, an iOS or Android device, and the Traxxas Link application (free from the App Store or Google Play).
Finally, you will need sensors for your vehicle to gather the data required for telemetry. Several models come with these sensors pre-installed while others use internal readings from the ESC. To find out what sensors are available, click on the telemetry tab found on each vehicle’s page. In addition to the standard RPM, temperature, and voltage sensors, the 6550X Telemetry Expander offers the option of GPS-based speed data as well as 6 additional sensor ports.
