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MRC Prodigy Advance
2
User's Manual
Model Rectifier Corporation
360 Main Street, Suite 2
Matawan, NJ 07747
www.modelrectifier.com
Printed in USA

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  • Page 1 MRC Prodigy Advance User’s Manual Model Rectifier Corporation 360 Main Street, Suite 2 Matawan, NJ 07747 www.modelrectifier.com Printed in USA...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    GETTING STARTED � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 3 Introduction ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3 DCC Basic Background ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3 Specifications and Features �...

  • Page 3: Getting Started

    LCD Cab/Handheld with cable. The MRC Prodigy Advance DCC system will enhance the enjoyment of your train layout for many years to come. Here at MRC, we pride ourselves in giving you the most advanced, reliable and easy to use DCC train controls. With up to 9,999 addresses available and use of up to 99 Cabs, you can expand your railroad empire as much as you desire.

  • Page 4: Specifications And Features

    (good for both USA and Europe) Output: DCC signal with 14.5 V amplitude, for HO and N scales Scales larger than HO may need an MRC Power Booster Maximum Current: 3.5 Amps Maximum number of Cabs: Use up to 99 Cabs...

  • Page 5: Operation

    OPERATION QUICK START Connecting to Your Layout Follow the diagram to connect the Command Station (base unit) to your layout. 1. Plug the power supply into the base unit. 2. Plug the AC line cord (110VAC, 60Hz) into a wall outlet.

  • Page 6: Controlling Accessory Functions

    Controlling Accessory Functions To control accessory functions F0 - F9, press 0 - 9. To control F10 - F28, press SHIFT first and then press two digits. When F1-F12 are on, F1 - F12 will be displayed on the LCD. F13 - F28 will not be displayed.

  • Page 7: Fast Clock

    When operating larger layouts with numerous locos and accessories being operated at the same time or when running 2-rail “O” or “G” scales, you may need a DCC power booster. We recommend you use MRC Power Booster (0001521) to boost your DCC layout.

  • Page 8: Adding More Cabs

    DCC system has three Cab Jacks. If you use more than three Cabs or you want to install extra Cab Jacks around your layout, you need to use MRC Prodigy Advance Extension Plates (Item: 0001501). The base unit is able to use five extension plates.

  • Page 9: Decoder Terminology

    DO NOT connect the program track and the main track as this will damage the unit. Decoder Terminology NOTE: Before you start programming, please familiarize yourself with the following terminology. Loco Address (Adr): The address is the number assigned to a decoder to identify the decoder.

  • Page 10: Programming Locos On The Main Track

    PROGRAMMING LOCOS ON THE MAIN TRACK Programming on the Main Track can save you the effort of moving a loco to the Program Track for programming. However, you have to know the loco address in order to program on the Main Track. Otherwise you have to program the loco on the Program Track. Not all decoders support the Program on Main feature.

  • Page 11: Configuration Variables

    Place the loco on the Program Track. Press PROG to select “rEAd Prog Track” then press ENTER. First, “Adr” will flash, prompting you to read the loco address. Press ENTER to read or press SHIFT to skip to the next item. It may take several seconds to retrieve the address.

  • Page 12: A Word About Cv #29

    A Word About CV #29 CV29 is the most important CV of the decoder. Improperly programming the CV29 may cause decoder malfunction. We do not recommend you program CV29 yourself because the unit will take care of it for you in most cases. When you program your decoder’s address with Prodigy Advance , it will automatically program CV29.

  • Page 13: Running Advanced Consists

    “Add Loco” will display, prompting you to add a loco into the consist group. Enter the address of a loco you want to add. Press DIRECTION if you want the loco’s direction reversed (forward is the default setting). Then press ENTER. “Add Loco”...

  • Page 14: Running Universal (Old-Style) Consists

    “Add Loco” will flash, prompting you to add another loco into the consist group. Enter a loco address. Press DIRECTION if you want the loco’s direction reversed (forward is default setting) and press ENTER. “Add Loco” will flash again, prompting you to add another loco into the consist. You can control up to 4 locos total (including the lead loco) in a Universal Consist.

  • Page 15: Setting Time Rate (Ratio) (Master Cab Only)

    Main Track are matched at the second gap. The MRC Auto Reverse Loop Module (#AD520) can be used in place of the DPDT switch for automatic operation of the loop.

  • Page 16: Programming Accessory Decoders With Cv# 513

    Programming Accessory Decoders with CV# 513 Press PROG until you reach “Prog Prog Track”. Press ENTER until “CV #” displays. Enter 513. Press ENTER. Enter the accessory decoder address. Press ENTER. Read your accessory decoder manual for proper addressing. Selecting Accessory Decoders Press ACCY.

  • Page 17: General Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING It takes the Command Station, the decoders and your layout to make the DCC system work. This Trouble Shooting Section has been arranged in a manner easiest for you to find the cause of your problem. Please go through this section in the exact order it appears because each following set of instructions assumes that the preceding set has been tested and that component of the DCC system found not defective.

  • Page 18: Checklist For General Problems

    Your loco may have a pickup problem. You should periodically clean your track and your loco’s wheels. Oxide coating or dirt on either the track or loco’s wheels often causes intermittent and jerky operation. If you pass the above steps, your Command Station and Cabs are fine. The problem may lie in the decoder.

  • Page 19: Service & Support

    If it should become necessary to return the Prodigy Advance for repair/replacement, be sure to contact MRC technical support beforehand to ensure you receive the correct fees for service. This also gives us the opportunity to troubleshoot issues which may be solved with technical phone support.
  • Page 20 Under no circumstances shall MRC be liable for any losses or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of or inability to use this MRC product. No implied warranty shall continue beyond the three years from the date of purchase.

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