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The steam loco demo video doesn't show anything more than a train starting with a lot of momentum, it certainly wasn't stopping. If CVs 3 and 4 were adjusted for a loco only then adjusted for a loaded train then CVs117 and 118 could be used to reduce the momentum to simulate actual braking. It seems that CV118 was used to add more momentum to simulate a heavy train not to actially brake the train to a stop. It depends on your viewpoint. Wrong terminology regarding braking to stop a loaded train. Not a good demo.
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Yes, that is part of the reason we developed Blunami. It takes away the fear of CVs. Also remember, if using CVs, you cannot break the decoder by changing CVs. You can always reset them if you mess up and we are here to help!
Hi George, we could get into the "Triple Valve"..but that's another story! Been using the F'11/12 brake feature for years and find it difficult to stop a train with the brakes! Cheers Gregg.
I really like this idea of the battery powered wireless system. I would need a large decoder to fit into my O Gauge Heljan Class 60 with the GE sounds as that one has twin motors. I am thankful that Blunami is now available on both Android and IOS so I am not restricted to one or the other :). All the best Peter.
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I just cannot do the Econami. I have to have Tsunami2 I like the reverb and digital dynamic exhaust, but I understand people that get it because it is a little cheaper.
We understand that these features are fun! But not everyone can afford to put Tsunami2 or Blunami in every engine. The great thing is Econami will work with our other decoders. So you can use Tsunami2 in your lead units and Econami in the trailing units and run smoothly!
I like this technology I've been looking years to find this for Ho scale locomotive's n I like O gauge, O scale, S scale, n G scale n the big scales are worth investing DCC n Sound technology even for the ones you can ride on your own property everyday yes. I'm not a n or z scale fan those are to small to invest into
Thanks for mentioning the Engine AutoStart Enable and Engine RPM Interlock. Is there a way to disconnect engine startup sequence from throttle? I only want to have startup sequence from the RPM + button. Sometimes I like to run silent (without engine noise, but I still like access to horn and bell, coupler, etc..) and the only way I have found thus far is Mute.
It is not necessary, but when you do the actual calibration, you want to be sure your model is running at the commanded speed step, or the mismatch could cause an erroneous read. So, we usually recommend this set to 0 so that your loco can not only be running at speed quickly, but also be stopped immediately following the calibration, but again, if space is not an issue, then it will not make much of a difference. Just make sure that you are running at SS20 or 30 when you calibrate and not still accelerating.
The board format will vary based on the model. Yes, if the model has a 21 pin connector you will want the ECO-21PNEM. All of the features are the same, it is just the install that differs.
The Walthers GP9s are great units, I like hacking up the weight to put in cube speakers. The stock speaker placement doesn't have a great baffle, the rear prop shaft runs through it. A Tsunami 2 decoder is a nice upgrade for these units, especially the mainline units with the value decoder.
We have a few of these recorded already. Videos like this one are customer-submitted and we do not have control over what they submit. If you ever have any install questions, contact our Support Team for help: (970)259-0690 or support@soundtraxx.com. They will be happy to help you!
The connectors that Walthers uses on their main boards are 1mm JST connectors. Most are 2 pin connectors, but the head and tail end connectors are a 6 pin if my memory is correct.
I bought an econamy decoder from Chile in January that has not yet arrived. I bought the same decoder on Ebay on June 15 and it arrived yesterday July 4°. Yours cost me US$195 shipping and taxes; the one from E Bay cost $156
Have you contacted us about this yet? Unfortunately, we do not control what happens once the decoder leaves our factory. Contact our Support Team for help: (970)259-0690 or support@soundtraxx.com. They will be happy to help you figure this out!
Bluerail is working on the android app and it should be updated soon. We too are eagerly awaiting this update. Current decoders will work with the new app when it is available.
When I’ve got brick and mortar sites selling them for 35% off why would I go to your website and have to pay the 10% sales tax to get 15% off. when I can go to another website and save 35%…………. 😂
We intentionally do not compete with the retailer on price. This is one of the many ways that we support brick-and-mortar stores. But, not everyone has a retailer and that is why we offer sales on our website.
We do have a variety of N Scale boards. Contact our Support Team for help choosing one: (970)259-0690 or support@soundtraxx.com. They will be happy to help you figure this out!
This is customer-submitted. They sent photos that can be found on our Facebook page, but we cannot control what information is shared with us. If you need help with an install, contact our Support Team for help: (970)259-0690 or support@soundtraxx.com.
The problem is that you can't add a current keeper!. And should have been upgraded a long time ago!. I tried to add one as per georges e- mail pics, only to wreck the board on the decoder!. Many of us need this option for smaller locos like 4 wheelers which translates to not enough wheel pickups and constant power to the decoder. So when is SoundTraxx going to make one and keep up with it's competitors that have had current keeper capaibility for many years???
You can, but the motor decoders were not designed for the CurrentKeeper to be plugged in. We can assist you, but this also depends on your soldering skills. (For training on soldering, see webinar 8) If/when we redesign the motor decoders, they will incorporate the CK plug, but this has not been in any discussions as of now. They are selling well and we are not having issues getting parts for them.
CV 112 has a few things it determines for the sounds in the decoder and how they play back. Each bit is assigned to a factor, and the total of the bits will determine the final value. So refer to the User’s Guide for detailed information on what bits to enable/disable so your decoder can perform the way you desire!
