RC Car Lighting Magic! Traxxas TRX-4 Pro Scale Advanced Light Control Overview | RC Driver

[@ColorAgent]

Awe man I wanted to see how bright they are and how they look at night!

[@Rc-ho4sv]

Thank you !!!! This clarifies everything . I recently contacted them @ traxxas and they had no part #'s . Rc Driver for the win. Love this channel !!!!

[@rcdriver]

Awesome! Happy to hear the video helped!

[@Rc-ho4sv]

@@rcdriver 100% Did ! Thankyou sir ! Keep that Great content rolling 💪

[@csullivan5516]

So happy that you reviewed this. Now Its a must for my TRX4 bronco . Once again another amazing review!

[@morgfarm1]

If you get the kit working, let me know if the turn signals work. I'm having problems with turn signals on my model.

[@seanamato8426]

Seriously great video Greg! You’re the first one to post an install video on the Pro Scale... Thank you, very helpful!! Now if we can only get the rear lights to function properly...

[@nic-rn6de]

Great addition to extras for your Crawler imo!

[@mickd8188]

Always a quality review mate...👍 have a great weekend. Cheers

[@Socalnik66]

The green and white body is really nice

[@antwest81]

So I have the hobbywing 2 in 1 Fusion Pro; how do I run the motor wire for the reverse lights?

[@shafana_1238]

my question on this too...

[@tinkerfy]

How do you use this if you have a brushless esc and motor? Would the reverse light and brake light still work?

[@fueltoblaze1554]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ip-Uc39-ra6cgpY I have a brushless motor and this MyTrick kit. When I put it in reverse the white reverse lights come on.

[@slick1523]

I am wondering the same thing, did you find a solution?

[@terachartthayakorn5175]

Wondering also.

[@marcuselliott2851]

If you have the max link cable between the tqi receiver and the distribution block it works great. I use the HW Axe 3300kv motor and my brakes and reverse still work.

[@shawnmcclure7282]

I don't think it would matter brushed or brushless as lights are through the receiver

[@odomandr]

Traxxas has done well with their new releases. The lights are a really nice kit that other manufacturers cannot compete with yet. The trx4 has some really great accessories overall for the scale side. And the kits and the drag car and the new summit and I could go on. I'm not a huge traxxas fan either but I'm really coming around to them for some of the things they do so well

[@thomasthetankengine7153]

The summit that's old not a new release or I may have missed an update are you sure about the summit? Thanks 👍

[@Rc-ho4sv]

New summit ? Smh , did i miss a release or something . ive ordered all the new models through my local shop . not heard a thing of a new summit . i purchased my white summit along long time ago .... This id definitely news . unless its just a new color 🤔

[@odomandr]

@@Rc-ho4sv well it's been a bit over a year now but it was unavailable for some time before it returned

[@Rc-ho4sv]

@@odomandr nah , gotta be fake news ...... Its definitely only a color change . the summit is still the same truck i originally purchased . just new color schemes .

[@thomasthetankengine7153]

@@odomandr that's the same with alot of model's not being available so annoying waiting for the udr myself

[@havyglass]

What are the green arrow icons on top Mine are red. Near the battery and receiver icon. Can’t find any info on what all the green icons on top are, Battery, receiver,vehicle are obvious.

[@petervansteenburg1551]

I just added the pro scale light kit and lights to my TRX4 79’ Branco and love it. It looks so cool and realistic especially when you run at night. I totally agree that you should be able to turn the hazard lights on and off through the app. Hopefully one of these days they’ll update it in the app.

[@HappyDude1]

so, with the Pro Scale Advanced Light Control and the bluetoothe module i can turn the lights on and off with my app ? and can do headlights and roof lights seperated ? and did find the hazard light in the app ? maybe you need to update ? and do the turn signals work when you turn left and right ?

[@TheSoonToBeTrucker]

Can't wait for the 2021 bronco to get its light kit

[@joshrichie9833]

What about with brushless systems

[@rcdrives3882]

Awesome video, Greg. Traxxas certainly know how to make a buck. But they do bring some innovativity to the RC market and that lighting system is pretty cool! :)

[@HappyDude1]

Hey great video 1 question Were is the aux port ? For my roof light because If i press it in the app my roof light does not come on, so it must be in a wrong port with me

[@hernandorangel4539]

Nice video. Can you make it work with a brushless motor? Not sure how to connect those bullets connector to the 3 cables of the brushless motor.

[@TheRoadTaken]

The brakes lights vary based on what mode the TRX4 is in I believe.

[@maxduke3505]

These kits are sick!

[@Xrm550]

12:23 What reverse lights?

[@andrewlatimer80]

Hi wondering if u can help me, I put new servo in my trx4 and had to reverse the servo now when I turn left the right hand turn signal blinks and turn right the left hand blinks

[@tonyduong70]

Hi, Can the Rock light be turn on and off with the App? I can not find it 😒

[@saturnfivehynrgrc581]

Love the Traxxas coverage!!!

[@RCBirds]

Great presentation. What about the rock lights? Is there a separate funciton or are they working together with the auxiliary light-bar?

[@morgfarm1]

They can be added to the controller separately. Slots 1 thru 8 on the power block are 'programmable' on the Traxxas Link App and correspond to the slot numbers on the body-mounted distribution block. I've got my rock lights on slot 3 on the power block. My Lightbar is connected to the distro block. The front bumper light bar (when I get it) will be connected to distro block 7 (I think it will be). Slots 9 and 10 are left turn signals, and 11 and 12 are right turn signals (may be backwards, but you get the point). Once I get wire leads and connectors, I intend on building a wiring kit for my trailer. The lights quit working on it just as I got the new light system for my Bronco. If I can wire it up correctly, I'll have tail and indicator lamps on the trailer that will work directly off the truck's system. I just won't have brake lights or reverse lights, purely because the trailer lights are single-stage only LEDs. I can have either brake and signal or tail and signal. Tail and Signal are more important I think. I could probably cannibalize an old set of Traxxas LEDs for brake lights if I felt like it.

[@RCBirds]

@@morgfarm1 Thanks for the explanation👍

[@ClutchNS]

Hey yours is like mine! One reverse light, and one red one that stays on! I thought there was something wrong with my kit, why is it like that??

[@hans948]

I can’t see the brake lights functioning. Are they only clearly visible in the dark?

[@darandenny1314]

How do you get the light bar to work on the auxiliary switch? I can't get mine to work correctly.

[@gregpierce8797]

I intend to install the kit, but the installation kit for the Bronco body is on indefinite backorder at Traxxis. A thought I had, Traxxis could add a trailer light connector and a separate trailer light kit.

[@rcjoy5362]

How can i make the turns light active or the blinking, btw thanks alot for your amazing video helped me a lot next to the manuals 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 , im using the maxx wire as well for my remote

[@kubson7689]

Have the same problem... All light working except turn signals/hazard signals :/

[@rcjoy5362]

@@kubson7689 on the power module, which is mounted on the cars chassis and where the "maxx in" socket is, there are two buttons - "mode" and "signal". Press the "signal" button quickly two times and the confirmation blinking will happen. Then when the car is stand still and you turn the steering right or left, the relevant blinker should start working. Really hope this will help you! In my case this is installed on a Defender.

[@kubson7689]

@@rcjoy5362 thanks for reply. This part i know but i think there could be something wrong with my lightning power module or connectors. I checked everything few times and when i double press signal button all light turn off and after 2 sec they are on again. No blinking from turn lights :(

[@unknown-mw9gr]

@@kubson7689 same thing with me, signal button just turn off lights

[@kubson7689]

@@unknown-mw9gr Hi, i manage to fix it. Not sure how... but i only hold both buttons mode and signal (on lightning power module) for few seconds and it started to work ok. But as i wrote... not sure if this was the solution :)

[@mistermasada1829]

Makes me want to get a Defender again👍 Great video.

[@lacroixfrenchy]

I got the lights kit 8095 for the Defender just wondering how to connect the wires in the right place coud you help me out

[@joshengland5251]

Is it normal for the trx4 to move sonstiff from gas to stop so stiff?? Or do I think the gear mesh is to tight....mine rolls and almost auto stops when u let go of accelerator no matter at what speed

[@rcjoe406]

That's normal it's the drag brake with locked diffs

[@Rc-ho4sv]

I think the drag brake can be tuned either via esc/remote . or through the link module

[@rcjoe406]

@@Rc-ho4sv yes i think it can be....I have a hobbywing 1080 esc in mine works great lots of control and programming

[@karlp3840]

Gret video. Thank you. Question, those plugs, D, E, F and N. What are they for?

[@lloyderc]

Where does the male plug from light bar plug into ? Does it go to brown wire from tail lights ?

[@hillsboromaddens]

Hi Greg, Great video, really helpful as are all you vids. Question for you. I installed this pro scale in my TRX4 Traxxs unit and got the same "No high voltage power adapter detected" as you did. Lights all see to work just can't control them via the app. Spoke with Traxxas and they had me delete and reinstall the truck from within the app. Still no love... Wondering what you did to get over this error code. Thanks

[@dylandriscoll6042]

Where did you get the phone holder for the transmitter?

[@werlebird]

Where does the second male lead from the light bar go? Or does it just hang there?

[@sbeckij]

Mine just hangs there. I think it's to link up another light bar if you wanted to add one to the front bumper or something. There's only one port for one light bar in the module.

[@andyb9994]

Very cool lights, well done great vid👍

[@lukesrcgarage5245]

Do you think that it would work with the hobby wing 1080 esc? Love the content!

[@whiteboy8236]

I don't see why not..just Tap into the main power..

[@Ligma_Bauls]

If the esc has a power supply, you should be good

[@davecchio]

I am using Spektrum dx5 and Axe R2, will this module fit in?

[@mitymike]

So what is the motor wire adapters for? Is it for the brake and reverse light? Can't they get the signal from the electronics? The reason I'm asking is what if I am running a brushless motor, will they work at all?

[@carlosamorim768]

This kit pro scale light kit are waterproff ?

[@JOP-RC]

I enjoyed the video This is good info~

[@hh1976bat]

Hello! I just bought this System as you showed in your Video, i have a Problem with the turning lights! How can i activate them! I just have all four blinking lights but I dont understand how to activate the turning lights! Could you help Me please? Thanks H

[@chucksmith155]

Gregg my roof rack lights plug into my receiver using a servo type connector how do I connect with this kit thanks I love the videos keep them rolling

[@justinnadeau7277]

You should do a nighttime video.

[@allmightygreatone1048]

I learned from you today. Thank you again.

[@delboyo7379]

Installed my Pro scale lighting and the wireless module. After updating for the 1st time via the link app, it told me to power off and then back on. The tsm is now flashing red and esc is red. Any ideas on this fix? Thanks

[@rccvs4355]

Hey Greg, great video quick question, is it possible to have the reverse and brake light work if I install the Hobbywing 1800kv Fusion 2 in 1? Thanks from Montreal !!

[@slick1523]

I have the same situation, did you figure it out?

[@rccvs4355]

@@slick1523 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooWXZoCcZ6Zphbs It will work if you have original traxxas receiver connected to the pro scale module with the link cable

[@mikejurnak0324]

I love your Rover. Do you happen to remember the paint and color you used❓

[@rcdriver]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHLTcoZuZZunrMk

[@mikejurnak0324]

@@rcdriver thanks I should've knew you had a video I want to paint a scx10 iii jeep 🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@kinyo_evo]

can we make strob lights? like emergency?

[@evinsprague]

I’ve had the light kit for a week or so. My driver side reverse light doesn’t function. And the brake lights don’t really function very well. Controlling the lights with my phone is my favorite part though

[@seanamato8426]

I’m having the same issues... no brake lights, white reverse lights only comes on the passenger side and rear tail lights only turn on as “parking lights”

[@gregmurdoch3781]

Did you find a fix to the one reverse light or is that just the way it is?

[@evinsprague]

@@gregmurdoch3781 sadly I have not

[@Tom.86]

This is normal, the real Defender only has 1 reverse light and 1 fog light.

[@evinsprague]

@@Tom.86 hmm, I had no idea. Thanks for the info !

[@yaboobaker]

I upgraded my light to proscale, connected everything and it does not come on. Dont have the wifi link yet.

[@kitchtangov]

The turn signal function works on the RedCat Gen8's light kit. It's pretty cool. Hopefully Traxxas makes theirs the same way with a software upgrade

[@mikelingenfelter3889]

Is there a way to run this system on let's say a hobby wing axe 540 system? Since it taps into the motor power? And you use the traxxas reciver still? 🤔

[@mickd8188]

That's an interesting question, any brushed system should work but brushless may require an aftermarket module to give the forward/ reverse signal. That's why other multi light systems have reverse come on while braking as they use the receiver signal not motor and receiver to distinguish between the backward trigger signal. Do they have a kit with brake/ reverse for any of their brushless cars....like the Hoss etc. Cheers 👍

[@swashbucklingadventures9929]

This kit seems great! The pros would being like what you mentioned about being able to turn them all off during the day. Unless of course, any lighting kit is controlled via the module that goes in the radio and the differences are turn signal and reverse lights? I'm hazy on that🤔

[@KrzymREN]

what voltage can withstand 7.4V, and 11.1v

[@harrygruijters4332]

Hi, can you control the hazard lights on your phone or only on the module ? I asked Traxxas ,and they said yes, but you could not find it on your linked phone, is that correct?

[@danielli959]

Should I get the pro scale or defender lighting? Idk the difference(for my defender)

[@rcmtb1052]

Greg I have the old lights kit, do I need to buy the whole pro kit or just the module to get the features?

[@rcdriver]

If you have the 8030 Defender kit, it says it’s not compatible on the Traxxas website. You have to get the 8095 kit that I show in this video. If you have a different model, check the compatibility chart on the Traxxas website.

[@rcmtb1052]

@@rcdriver thanks, so sad 8090 is not compatible, maybe I’ll just add the pro scale winch.

[@mikej8832]

@@rcmtb1052 seems to be no one wants to make things backwards compatible. They make more money having to make you buy everything all over again.

[@mickd8188]

@@rcmtb1052 give folks a chance to play around with it, I have a suspicion that the lights may work if different plugs are added to the led strings. Then buying the new module and accessories may give some of the full kits functionality as I don't think all the leds are in the "buckets".. I can't remember what lights are illuminated on my defender 8030 kit. Cheers👍

[@ianjones4988]

Probably a dumb question but can the break lights be set to come on once the throttle goes to neutral position, rather than having to put it in slight reverse?

[@MMUSHcom]

You're not at lake norman, are you? that looks like the duke energy state park

[@itsjustcam247]

I have a quick question, when buying the light kits along with the Pro Scale system, would I need the light kit with the power supply or not? For example, I'm looking to get it on my "79 bronco so do I get TRX8035 or TRX8036 if I'm already buying TRX6591? Thank you!

[@oscartung26]

I installed mine today on the TRX6 however I can’t get the roof light and turn signal work. Really sad

[@mickd8188]

Greg said toward the end he had a couple of glitches, Just take a deep breath, re read the instructions as things can be turned on an off and programmed. As a mechanic of 30 plus years I can say that companies rarely send out a faulty part, especially companies like Traxxas. Its usually something simple and overlooked. Good luck and contact Traxxas because they will want to make you happy. Cheers mate👍

[@TheRoadTaken]

It's been a year, do the hazards work yet from the app?

[@bluegroovemodelsports9650]

Are these available for the summit 1/10

[@allmightygreatone1048]

Perfect video

[@drafter1089]

this light kit is waterproof??

[@cadenline1100]

Where did you get the phone holder from or does that come with the led light kits that you got in the video?

[@rcdriver]

snp.link/8cb9e2e8

[@capciphoby7944]

Nice rc😍

[@vimalalevy2670]

Is it rugged and waterproof?? Pls reply fast

[@hemitj]

I wish there was a way to disable the turnsignals.

[@rcdriver]

Yes, the Signal button shuts them on and off as well as switches to Hazards.

[@morgfarm1]

So, I'm using this kit on the Bronco. I've got the *hazard* lights working just fine. I can't get the install kit, out of stock, so I made jumpers out of a retired servo and the old distribution block for the legacy lighting system. This made the rear indicator lamps work for the flashers, but I STILL can't get the turn signals working -- at either end. I've turned them on/off with the signal button per instructions but nada. No turn signals at all. (except to say theyre on or off when enabling/disabling them on the power block)The Defender, I believe, uses standalone rear indicators, so you're using a different jumper set than the Bronco will use. I'm trying to figure out what it is I'm doing wrong that makes them not work. The only thing I can think of right at the moment is the servo I'm using is not factory, and i've had to adjust the servo throw with the app, so I'm thinking perhaps the system doesn't think I'm using full steering lock even though I am. If anyone had this issue and fixed it, I'm all for hearing what you did to fix it, or just ideas to start trying. The kit is brilliant otherwise. The only complaint I have is there's no manual signal or hazard control at the app level.

[@morgfarm1]

Adding to: I've learned the Link App tends to not show the light system if you start the app and then start the radio and vehicle right away; rebooting the app itself seems to allow it to re-sync. I have had some success starting the app AFTER the vehicle is already running. for those that want to add more lights to the vehicle: Slots 1 thru 8 on the power block are 'programmable' on the Traxxas Link App and correspond to the slot numbers on the body-mounted distribution block. I've got my rock lights on slot 3 on the power block. My Lightbar is connected to the distro block. The front bumper light bar (when I get it) will be connected to distro block 7 (I think it will be). Slots 9 and 10 are left turn signals, and 11 and 12 are right turn signals (may be backwards, but you get the point). Once I get wire leads and connectors, I intend on building a wiring kit for my trailer. The lights quit working on it just as I got the new light system for my Bronco. If I can wire it up correctly, I'll have tail and indicator lamps on the trailer that will work directly off the truck's system. I just won't have brake lights or reverse lights, purely because the trailer lights are single-stage only LEDs. I can have either brake and signal or tail and signal. Tail and Signal are more important I think. I could probably cannibalize an old set of Traxxas LEDs for brake lights if I felt like it.

[@morgfarm1]

Update: TSM Receiver update fixes this. Published yesterday I guess and just got it an hour ago. Sounds like the test environment didn't make it to the stable/production environment upon release

[@Erfanbmw]

Hello, I have the same problem trx6*6 and I tried every way to solve it. I think we must reprogram the settings of the remote control

[@morgfarm1]

@@Erfanbmw I already posted an update about this; The Receiver and transmitter both need firmware updates. If you have the Traxxas Link module in your transmitter, start the Traxxas Link app on your phone. If you don't have this hardware upgrade, you'd be better off talking to Traxxa Support about how to update the firmware.

[@bradwoods1087]

That is sick

[@bigglyguy8429]

Can you not wire it with physical switches, are you actually forced to use the phone app? cos I've never had good luck with phone apps, and Play Store reviews suggest nor do other people

[@SandJ-Adventures]

A great video Greg! I really want to fit this set-up to the two Defenders my wife and I run. But, I'm a bit disappointed that Traxxas don't seem to sell (yet?!) the front and tail lights alone, as they did with the old sets. We haven't got rock lights and don't really want them, and I don't want a light bar, but will have to buy the whole kit. And we run the Traxxas BEC, so would need to check the wiring with that. Other than that, it looks good - I just need to be sure we have the TQi sets!

[@JDHitchman]

So Greg, this light kit will work with an aftermarket brushed ESC such as the HW1080? What if you are running a brushless system?

[@rcdriver]

I haven’t tried it with an aftermarket system yet. My initial guesses is that you could use it with an aftermarket brushed system and you’d have to solder in the motor pigtail if you don’t run bullets. And with BL, I’m guessing most of the system could work, but not the brake and reverse lights. Not sure how you’d wire the motor pigtail. Again this is a guess. I’ll try and have better answers when I do the Sport video.

[@simonbar7665]

Big like❤

[@mattdickens7415]

Yo man - from min 5:30 to minute 10 - you steamed through this info like we are all experts - not this guy - just starting and need more info… Any chance of getting more info on this?

[@leroy5202]

Is this fully waterproof?

[@riotsoldierofhate70]

Anyone know what cellphone mount he used for the traxxas tqi?

[@rcdriver]

TRA6532 - snp.link/8cb9e2e8

[@riotsoldierofhate70]

@@rcdriver thank you for the response.

[@mrpress_r.c1201]

Cool truck🙂nice..👍🏻💪🏻

[@herbbates4713]

I would like to be able just to turn the lights on or off, don't need turn signals of brake lights

[@SevenWelt]

Cool ! 👍😎

[@basementracer]

Yerp, for my TRX4 and a TRX4 based Unimog I have plans to build.

[@918DEATH]

Hello can you tell me where I can get your electric drill please. Thx

[@rcdriver]

It’s a Makita. I don’t believe it’s available anymore.

[@918DEATH]

@@rcdriver ok thx I will look into it

[@zonegamma8197]

Simple if you don't want a DIY solution. Good products

[@KrzymREN]

everything is OK, but the left and right directions do not work

[@jofher007]

I would recommend you get instead the Club5racing light kit for Traxxas TRX4 Defender.. the club5 kit is way better than the traxxas oem light kit.

[@alexaoo]

Couldn't see a damn thing 🤣 any test on the lightning system at night?????

[@passthehash8909]

So I just put together the same kit with the 8095 and the first issues I noticed off the bat were the tail lights for the reverse only worked on one side and the parking lights would be red on one side and white on the other when testing through the app on the phone for the reverse light test and parking light test. I'm trying to figure out if its just a bum led module, a 'gotcha' through the app or some wiring I might've reversed or mixed up. I assume on the wiring you just straight wired every letter to its matching letter on the body module? Otherwise I love your video Greg, keep em coming!!

[@gregmurdoch3781]

I’m having the same issue did you happen to find a fix or is that just the way it is?

[@jst4kicks568]

Sucks that you have to buy an upgraded light system to go with Pro Light System, but they do look a bit brighter.

[@andrewmagro7703]

i have installed the full light kit from the original light kit Rigid version also but the first one as who wants there turn signal on when crawling , anyone see cops in the trails lol also its got too many bugs thats the second light kit you have reviewed here the OG one is more than good and as for the reverse lights who needs them he he where i go theres no reverse only feature i like with the Bluetooth module is the ones that are free and dont require you to purchase additional items like the vertical and horizontal meter thats great especially when you can set the alarm for letting you know your about to tip over your rig otherwise i dont like the fact that you need to buy additional sensors like speed,temp etc overall traxxas is great but could do with some customer relation perks instead of charging heaps for them later

[@Johnsmith-tf5rd]

Didn't see any rock lights working on your rig.

[@LRCR]

This maybe True for the Defender's... But a Nightmare sifting kits for the High Trail Lighting... Watch my Video Part 1... A bit on the upset side at over $180.00 USD

[@prakharsahu2119]

Bhai hindi bolta toh zyda accha lagta 🔥

[@satoms1029]

Good video, but lost me after the 7min mark when you start plugging in wires. I feel like you missed something or didn’t show something. I have a tone of left over wires not used or plugged in.

[@tonyduong70]

Traxxas makes good products 👌 but lighting unit is so expensive 😫 😩

[@74DuallyVan]

Sent here from your other video. However. You tell us to rely on the instructions. They don't explain what to do with the extra wire to the roof lightbar on trx4 sport traxx. I assume it's obsolete now because it's just the high beam signal. Owell. Maybe it's time I make an install video to answer alot of other questions in your comment section. You also said you were gonna answer the brushless question in the other video. You did not.

[@Joecambrensis]

What a pity Traxxas made the lights with the front indicator (turn signal) and sidelights in the wrong places. Real Defenders (at least in the UK and it is a British car wearing UK-style plates) have the sidelights above the indicators, not the other way around as shown in the Traxxas lights. I'm fortunate enough to have the full-size version as my daily driver, and a TRX-4 that I'm not putting lights in until either Traxxas change that detail or I make my own, like I did when illuminating my RC4WD D90 a few years back.

[@PhilBender612]

you can just switch the 2 light ports, Greg could have plugged them in the wrong ones or Traxxas ma have labeled it that way, but an easy fix to that.