MRC 0001820 Quick Start Manual

PROGRAMMING

This decoder supports all types of programming modes and read back features.
CV Register Description
CV1 R1 Short address
CV2 R2 Start voltage
CV3 R3 Acceleration
CV4 R4 Deceleration
CV5 --- Top voltage
Speed curve select (0=linear, 1=slow
CV6 increase at slow speed, 2=fast increase
at slow speed
--- R6 Page number
CV29 R5 Basic configuration
CV7 R7 Manufacturer version num ber
CV8 R8 Manufacturer ID
CV17 --- Long address upper byte
CV18 --- Long address lower byte
CV19 --- Advanced consist address
When CV21=0, all accessory functions w ill
CV21 ---
follow its ow n address. When CV21=1, all
functions w ill follow the consist address
CV49 --- Sound On/Off 1=off (horn always on)
CV50 --- Horn type
CV51 --- Horn volum e
CV52 --- Bell type
CV53 --- Bell volume
CV54 --- Bell ring rate
CV55 --- Diesel rum ble volume
CV56 --- Brake squeal volume
CV57 --- Dynamic brake volume
CV58 --- Air release volume
CV59 --- Air pum p volume
CV60 --- Safety pop valve volume
CV61 --- Engine cooling fan volum e
CV62 --- Coupling volume
CV63 --- Random noise volume
CV64 --- Rail wheel clack
CV65 kick start voltage
CV67-94 28 speed steps table while CV29.4=1
CV105 --- User identification number
CV106 --- User identification number
CV113 --- Coupling fire volum e
CV114 --- brake release volume
CV115 --- Auto brake squeal enable/disable
CV116 --- Coupling sound type
Diesel notch mode, 0=auto-notch
CV122 ---
3=m anual notch
Prim e mover type (AlCo
CV123 ---
244/SD60/SD70/EMD 567B) 0= ALCo 244
Factory default setting, program it to1 will
CV125 ---
restore all the CV to default settng

SPEED TABLE CV67-CV94 FOR 28 SPEED STEPS

When CV29's bit 4 is set to "1" it will use the speed table formed by CV67-CV94 to
control speed (motor voltage). It allows you to setup each speed for all 28 speed
Range Default
steps. First, program CV29 to 18 for short addresses (1-127) or program CV29 to
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50 for long addresses (128-9999) to enable speed table control. Then select
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throttle to 28 speed steps and run your loco at speed step 1. Use program CV on
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the main to change CV67's value (1-255) to adjust step 1's speed. The kick
0-32 0 voltage, CV65 is only applied when the speed step changes from 0 to 1. You
should switch between 0 to 1 many times to check step 1's speed. When done
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with CV67, select speed step 2 and program CV68. CV68's value must be greater
then CV67's. When done with CV67-CV94, use read back CV to make sure their
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values are in increasing order. Note: When using MRC Prodigy DCC to program
addresses it will automatically disable the speed table (set CV29's bit 4 to "0").
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Programming CV125 to 1 will also disable the speed table and re-program CV67-
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CV94 to a default linear speed setting.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING

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This decoder should perform well with all DCC systems. The maximum DCC output
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should be less than 18 V. If the locomotive does not respond to commands, it may
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have lost its address. Please re-program the address and program CV19 to 0
0-127 0
(disable consist). If it responds to slowly, you should clear its momentum by
reprogramming CV3 and CV4 to zero. If step 1's speed is too high, you should
--- 0 program start voltage, CV2 to zero. If its top speed is too slow, program top
voltage CV5 to 31. You should also clean the track to improve electrical pickup.
Read your DCC system manual to learn how to program and operate the decoder.
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For more information about registers/CVs and their functions, please refer to the
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NMRA DCC Standard & Recommended Practices, RP-9.2.2. This is available
directly from the NMRA or their website at www.nmra.org. Whenever the
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decoder doesn't work please use the program track to program CV# 125 with
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value 1 to restore the decoder to factory settings. This should bring the decoder to
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life with address #3. The default prime mover sound for this decoder is the ALCo
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244 which is correct for an RS-3. If for some reason one of the other prime mover
0-3 3 sounds are playing, re-setting CV # 125 to a value of 1 will re-set the prime mover
sound back to ALCo.
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FCC COMPLIANCE

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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
0-3 3 following two conditions. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
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may cause undesired operation.
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RETURN PROCEDURE

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0-3 3 This decoder carries a 6 month warranty against factory defects. This warranty
does not include abuse, misuse, neglect, improper installation, or any
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modifications made to this decoder, including but not limited to the removal of the
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NMRA plug if applicable. If it should become necessary to return the decoder for
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warranty repair/replacement, please include a copy of the original sales
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receipt. Please include a letter (printed clearly) with your name, address, daytime
0-255 0 phone number, and a detailed description of the problem you are experiencing.
Please also include a check or a money order for $8.00 to cover return shipping
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and handling. If the decoder is no longer considered under warranty, then please
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include a check or a money order for $29.00 to cover the cost of repair or
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replacement and return shipping and handling. Be certain to return the
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decoder only. Any questions regarding Warranty Policy can be directed
to our Customer Service Department by calling 732-225-6360 between
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the hours of 8:30am and 6:00pm EST, or by emailing:
rrtech@modelrectifier.com
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Send the decoder to:
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Model Rectifier Corporation
Attn: Parts & Service
80 Newfield Avenue
Edison, NJ 08837-3817 U.S.A
HO DC/DCC Synchronized Diesel Sound
Decoder with 28 Accessory Functions
for Athearn (RTR) RS-3 Locomotive
Item #0001820
Thank you for purchasing our most advanced DC/DCC
244 sound decoder. Combined with any DCC System or MRC
Blackbox, our true live capture digital ALCo
bring your Athearn RTR RS-3 loco to life.
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Synchronized diesel prime mover with random
associated locomotive sounds
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1.5 amp capacity
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Programmable for either 2-digit (1-127) or 4-digit
(1-9999) addresses
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Programmable start voltage and top voltage
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Programmable acceleration and deceleration rate
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Programmable 14, 28/ 128 speed steps
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Directional lighting, (F0).
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Programmable user selectable horns and bells
• Supports full read back of all CV's
Customizable speed curve
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28 accessory functions (F1-F28)
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Supports advanced consisting (CV19)
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Supports programming on the main (OPS mode)
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Compatible with NMRA DCC standards
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Complies with part 15 of FCC regulations
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Programmable individual sound volumes
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18mm speaker included
ALCo
sound decoder will