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Having TRAKR trouble?

Below are a few common TRAKR bugs and their fixes. Can’t find your issue listed below? Download the TRAKR instructions and you’ll find the complete TRAKR troubleshooting guide. Or, visit the spytrakr.com forum – one of your fellow spies could have the answer!

You can also view the FAQ.

Symptom	Probable Cause	Solution
The TRAKR will not operate.	The batteries are dead or have a low charge.	Replace the batteries and always remember to turn off the power switches on the TRAKR and remote control to save battery life when not in use.
	The batteries may not be installed correctly.	Make sure the battery direction (polarity, +/-) is correct.
	Power switches are OFF.	Make sure the power on both the remote control and the TRAKR are ON.
The TRAKR slows down or the video screen starts to fade.	The batteries are dead or have a low charge.	Replace the batteries and always remember to turn off the power switches on the TRAKR and remote control to save battery life when not in use.
	The TRAKR is getting out of range.	Try holding the remote control higher above the ground. If that does not work, move closer to the TRAKR.
There is no image on the video screen.	Power switches are OFF.	Make sure the power on both the remote control and the TRAKR is ON.
	The batteries are dead or have a low charge.	Replace the batteries and always remember to turn off the power switches on the TRAKR and remote control to save battery life when not in use.
The TRAKR is moving about erratically, not under the control of the remote. Note: If this happens while using Path Mapper, it's a GOOD thing!	You are playing near areas with radio interference, other RC vehicles, high-tension wires, large buildings, CB radios.	Move to a new location.
	The TRAKR is out of range.	Try holding the remote control higher above the ground. If that does not work, move closer to the TRAKR.
	The batteries are dead or have a low charge.	Replace the batteries and always remember to turn off the power switches on the TRAKR and remote control to save battery life when not in use.
	The remote control antenna is not sending clear signals.	Point the remote control antenna up in the air, not at the TRAKR.
The video screen is flickering a lot.	You are playing near an area with radio interference or home electronics.	Move to a new location.
After inserting batteries, the TRAKR won't power on or is driving erratically.	The circuits contain residual power.	Press the reset button on the bottom of the TRAKR.
The TRAKR remote control is making a loud screeching noise.	The speaker is too close to the microphone.	Move the TRAKR farther away from the remote control. Or, lower the volume by moving On/off switch 2 to the center position. Or, in Normal Mode, press Button B to silence the speaker.