PROGRAMMING FOR DCC OPERATION – DIGITAL MODE
This decoder supports all program methods including register, paged mode,
direct CV programming, and programming on the main (OPS mode)
CV
Register
Description
CV1
R1
Short address
CV2
R2
Start voltage
CV3
R3
Acceleration
CV4
R4
Deceleration
CV5
---
Top voltage
---
R6
Page number
CV29
R5
Basic configuration
CV7
R7
Manufacturer version number
CV8
R8
Manufacturer ID
CV17
---
Long address upper byte
CV18
---
Long address lower byte
CV19
---
Advanced consist address
When CV21=0, all accessory function w ill
CV21
---
follow its ow n address. When CV21=1, all
functions w ill follow the consist address
Master volume control(0=off, 1=low,
CV49
2=mid,3=max)
CV50
---
Whistle type
CV51
---
Whistle volume
CV52
---
Bell type
CV53
---
Bell volume
CV54
---
Bell ring rate
CV55
---
Chuff type
CV56
---
Chuff volume
CV57
---
Brake squeal volume
CV58
---
Air release volume
CV59
---
Blower hiss volume
CV60
---
Fire box door volume
CV61
---
Injector volume
CV62
---
Coupling volume
CV63
---
Air pump volume
CV105
---
User identification number
CV106
---
User identification number
CV112
---
Conductor volume
CV115
---
Auto brake squeal enable/disable
CV116
---
Shoveling volume
CV117
Air pump type
CV118
Accessary light effect
CV119
---
Air hose fire volume
CV120
---
Chuff rate
CV121
---
Chuff start point
CV122
---
Double chuff enable
Back emf on/off(1=on, you must have a motor
CV123
---
to get chuff sound)
Speed curve select(0=linear, 1=slow increase
CV124
---
at slow speed, 2=fast increase at slow speed)
Program it to1 w ill restore CV's 1,2,3,4,5 to
CV125
---
f actory default settng
CV #124 =2
Range
Default
1-127
3
0-32
0
0-32
8
0-32
8
0-32
32
---
---
Speed curve of different value of CV #124
---
2
---
32
---
143
TROUBLE SHOOTING
192-231
192
This sound decoder should perform well with all DCC systems. See your DCC
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system manual to learn how to program and operate the decoder. For more
0-127
0
information about register/CVs and their functions, please refer to the NMRA
DCC Standard & Recommended practices, RP-9.2.2 this is available directly from
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0
the NMRA or their website at www.nmra.org.
Due to the nature of all sound decoders, the CV read back may not work.
0-3
2
Whenever the decoder doesn't work it may lose its address. Please use program
track to re-program the loco address or program CV# 125 with value 1 to
0-13
0
restore the decoder to factory setting. This should bring the decoder to life.
0-3
3
0-3
0
FCC COMPLIANCE
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3
This device complies with the part 15 of FCC rule. Operation is subject to the
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10
following two conditions. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
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0
and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interfer-
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3
ence that cause undesired operation.
0-3
1
RETURN PROCEDURE
0-3
3
If it should become necessary to return your decoder, unplug the decoder and
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3
return the decoder only. Please include a letter (printed clearly) with your name,
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3
address, a daytime telephone number, and a detailed description of the problem
0-3
3
you are experiencing. Please also include a $19.00 check for shipping and
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3
handling. Be certain to return only the decoder.
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0
Warranty does not include abuse, neglect, or using this product for
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anything other than it's intended purpose. Warranty coverage will be
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handled on a case by case basis, and other charges may apply for
0-3
3
Send the decoder to:
0-1
1(enable)
Model Rectifier Corporation
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3
Attn: Parts & Service
80 Newfield Avenue
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0
Edison, NJ 08837-3817 U.S.A
0-3
0
0-3
3
0-30
12
0-7
3
0-1
1(enable)
0-1
0
0-2
0
---
0
CV #124 = 0, Linear
CV #124 =1
2007 MODEL RECTIFIER CORPORATION
80 NEWFIELD AVENUE
EDISON, NJ 08837-3817
Printed in USA
HO Gauge Synchronized
Steam Sound Decoder with
28 Accessory Functions
Item #0001656
Thank you for purchasing our highly advanced DCC loco-
motive sound decoder. Combined with any DCC System,
our new decoder with authentic steam sound truly will
make your model railroad come to life.
• Synchronized steam chuff with random sounds
•
8 selectable chuff sounds (4 regular/ 4 articulated)
•
User selectable 14 different whistles and 4 bells
•
28 accessory functions allowing more sound
control than ever
• Programmable individual sound volumes
• 1.5 amp capacity
• Programmable for either 2-digit (1-127) or 4-digit
(1-9999) addresses
• Programmable start voltage
• Programmable acceleration rate
• Programmable deceleration rate
• Programmable top voltage
• Programmable 14, 28, 128 speed steps
• Selectable factory default speed curve
• Directional lighting control for front and rear lights at
0.2 amp rate.
• Realistic firebox flicker and accessory lighting
• Programmable chuff rate and chuff starting point
• Supports advanced consisting (CV19)
• Supports programming on the main, (Ops mode)
• Compatible with NMRA DCC standard
• NMRA 8 pin plug included for easy installation
• Complies with the part 15 of FCC
• 28mm speaker included
• Dimensions: 45.0mm x 18.0mm x 6.2mm
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