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Tinplate 408E
Electric Locomotive
OPERATOR'S MANUAL (CONTEMPORARY)
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any
traditional Standard Gauge tubular track
system, including M.T.H. ' s tubular track.
It is also compatible with most standard
AC transformers. (See page 16 for a
complete list of compatible transformers
and wiring instructions.)
Passenger Station Announcement
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
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- Page 1 Tinplate 408E Electric Locomotive OPERATOR’S MANUAL (CONTEMPORARY) Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional Standard Gauge tubular track system, including M.T.H. ’ s tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See page 16 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) Passenger Station Announcement...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist......................Lubrication....................... Checking the Battery..................Coupler......................Basic Operation......................Activating Features................... Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions............. Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features......Freight Yard Sounds (FYS)................Speed Control....................Locking Locomotive Into A Direction............Reset To Factory Default................. Automatic Sound Effects................. -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
Set Up Checklist - Lubricate the locomotive -Check to see whether the battery needs to be charged for full sound effects - Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operating Section of this manual. Lubrication You should lubricate the engine to prevent it from squeaking. Use DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT... -
Page 4: Coupler
Basic Operation The Throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel. Turn the throttle knob up ½-way, until the engine lights shine bright. Put the engine into motion by pressing the Direction button on your transformer once. (hold it for approximately 1 second) If the engine does not begin to move as soon as you firmly press the Direction button, you may not have sent enough voltage to the track to make the train move. - Page 5 Direction - Your train is programmed to start in neutral. The train will always cycle neutral-forward-neutral-reverse with each press and release of the direction button. The engine is programmed to restart in neutral each time the track voltage is turned off for 25 seconds or more. Cycle Phases Neutral Reverse...
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Page 6: Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions
Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions This manual contains the operating instructions for Proto-Sound 2.0 in conventional mode only. Instructions for accessing DCS command mode features accompany the DCS Remote Control System equipment. Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features Proto-Sound 2.0 features are activated by sequences of Bell a nd Horn button pushes described below. -
Page 7: Freight Yard Sounds (Fys)
Freight Yard Sounds (FYS) or Passenger Station Announcements (PSA): Your engine is equipped with a sound package of either freight yard or passenger station sounds that you can play. Each sequence described below will play as long as it is left on, randomly generating sounds, but be sure to allow approximately 30 seconds between the button pushes described below to allow the FYS/PSA sufficient time to run through each sequence. -
Page 8: Speed Control
Speed Control M.T.H. engines equipped with Proto-Sound 2.0 have speed control capabilities that allow the engine to maintain a constant speed up and down grades and around curves, much like an automobile cruise control. You can add or drop cars on the run, and the engine will maintain the speed you set. -
Page 9: Locking Locomotive Into A Direction
Locking Locomotive Into a Direction You can lock your engine into a direction (forward, neutral, or reverse) so that it will not change directions. To do this, put the engine into the direction you want (or into neutral to lock it into neutral), run it at a very slow crawl (as slowly as it will move without halting), and quickly but firmly tap the Horn button once followed by three quick taps of the Bell button, allowing approximately ½... -
Page 10: Maintenance
Maintenance Lubricating and Greasing Instructions The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly. Regularly lubricate all axles and pickup rollers to prevent squeaking. DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT Use light household oil, such as that found in M.T.H.'s maintenance OVER OIL OVER OIL OVER OIL... -
Page 11: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
Cleaning The Wheels, Tires, and Track Periodically check the locomotive wheels and pickups for dirt and buildup, which can cause poor electrical contact and traction and prematurely wear out the neoprene traction tires. Wheels and tires can be cleaned using denatured (not rubbing) alcohol applied with a cotton swab. -
Page 12: Self Charging Battery Back-Up
Self Charging Battery Back-up The special NiCad 2.4v self-charging battery recharges continuously during train operation and should last for up to five years. The battery is a dry battery that should not leak or cause any damage to your engine. Depending upon when your engine was built, it may need to be charged right out of the box. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® Problems Although Proto-Sound 2.0 has been designed and engineered for ease of use, you may have some questions during initial operation. The following table should answer most questions. If your problem cannot be resolved with this table, contact M.T.H. for assistance ( www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth- railking.com,Fax: 410-423-0009, Phone: 410-381-2500, Mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ). - Page 14 Cab Chatter Remedy Sometimes the Cab Chatter Cab Chatter plays only in neutral sounds don’t play. at random intervals. Lock-out Remedy I can’t get the engine to run after I The engine is locked into the power up the transformer. It sits neutral position.
- Page 15 FYS/PSA Remedy Once in FYS/PSA, the engine So that FYS/PSA effects can be doesn’t go into reverse. as realistic as possible, Proto- Sound 2.0 disables the reversing unit whenever FYS/PSA is enabled. This way the engine remains still at its stop as the operator cycles through the FYS/PSAsequences.
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Page 16: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart Proto-Sound 2.0 is designed to work with most standard AC transformers. The chart below lists the many compatible transformers. Note that many of the operational commands described in these instructions require a bell button, so if your transformer does not have its own bell button, you should consider adding one to get the full benefit of the system. -
Page 17: Additional Features Accessible With The Dcs Remote Control System
Additional Features Accessible With The DCS Remote Control System (Additional equipment required) While conventional mode operation of a Proto-Sound 2.0 engine yields wonderfully realistic sound and several train control features, command mode operation allows the user to access a world of command functions never before accessible to O Gauge railroaders. -
Page 18: Service & Warranty Information
Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty When you suspect an item is defective, please check the operator's manual for standard operation and trouble- shooting techniques that may correct the problem. Additional information may be found on the M.T.H. Website. Should you still require service, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service.
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