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Summarization of Contents
All Aboard!
Overview
Provides a general introduction to the Econami Digital Sound Decoder and installation process.
Pre-Installation Considerations
Outlines essential safety precautions and preparatory steps before installing the decoder.
Tools and Materials You Will Need
Lists the required tools and materials for a successful decoder installation.
Speaker Components and Accessories
Details various speakers, baffles, gaskets, and optional accessories for sound system installation.
Installation
Step 1. Test Motor Stall Current
Measures locomotive motor stall current to ensure compatibility with the decoder.
Step 2. Plan Sound Installation
Guides on planning speaker placement, enclosure, and ventilation for optimal sound.
Speaker Enclosures
Explains the importance and construction of speaker enclosures for sound amplification.
Steam Locomotive Considerations
Discusses specific installation advice and considerations for steam locomotives.
Diesel Locomotive Considerations & Other Options
Covers diesel installation, airflow, and choice between hardwiring/connectors.
Step 3. Isolate Motor and Lights
Explains how to electrically isolate motor and light connections using an ohmmeter.
Step 4. Modify Tender or Body Shell
Details modifications needed for tenders or body shells to fit the decoder and speaker.
Tender Floor and Slope Sheet Modifications
Addresses modifications for tenders, including coal slope sheets and tender floor drilling.
Diesel Modification Details
Covers specific modifications for diesel locomotives, such as fan grilles and fuel tanks.
Step 5. Fit and Secure Speaker
Guides on fitting the speaker into the model and securing it for an airtight seal.
Installing Speakers with Gaskets
Explains mounting speakers using adhesive gaskets for a proper seal.
Step 6. Install and Wire Decoder
Provides instructions and a master wiring diagram for connecting the decoder and its wires.
Wiring Connections: Track, Motor, Speaker
Details connections for track power, motor, and speaker terminals.
Wiring Multiple Speakers
Covers methods for wiring multiple speakers in series or parallel.
Lighting Connections
Guides on connecting headlights, backup lights, and auxiliary lighting.
Wiring Microbulbs and LEDs
Explains wiring 1.5V microbulbs with resistors and wiring LEDs, considering polarity.
DCC-Ready Installations and Testing
Instructions for DCC-ready installations and testing wiring connections with an ohmmeter.
Step 7. Test Installation
Final steps to test the installed decoder's functionality, including movement and lights.
Wiring Diagrams
ECO-100 Wiring
Provides color-coded wiring information for the ECO-100 decoder.
ECO-21P Wiring
Details the 21-pin connector arrangement for the ECO-21P decoder.
ECO-400 Wiring
Explains wiring the ECO-400 decoder using terminal blocks.
Support
90-Day 'Safety Net' Warranty
Outlines the warranty coverage, exclusions, and limitations of liability.
Warranty Procedure
Details the steps for submitting a decoder for repair or replacement under warranty.
Non-Warranty Repairs
Explains the process and costs for repairs outside the warranty period.
Out-of-Warranty Repair Procedure
Details steps for obtaining service for decoders not covered by warranty.
Service Department Contact Information
Provides contact details and hours for the SoundTraxx service department.
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