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R142 5-Car Subway Set
OPERATOR'S MANUAL (3V PS-2)
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional
O-31 Gauge track system, including
M.T.H. ' s RealTrax® or ScaleTrax™ or
traditional tubular track. It is also
compatible with most standard AC
transformers. (See pag e 19 for a complete
list of compatible transformers and
wiring instructions.)
Transit Announcement Sounds
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
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- Page 1 R142 5-Car Subway Set OPERATOR’S MANUAL (3V PS-2) Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O-31 Gauge track system, including M.T.H. ’ s RealTrax® or ScaleTrax™ or traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See pag e 19 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist ..........3 Lubrication. -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
If you notice that the sounds are garbled, test and charge the engine as described in the "Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 17. RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
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 Forward Neutral RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 5: Manual Volume Control
To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the manual volume control (shown below) clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Manual Volume Control Manual Volume Control RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 6: Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions
You may need to practice your timing to make this work smoothly. Timing Chart Press ½ Sec. Press ½ Sec. Press Horn Pause Bell Pause Bell Short & Short & Short & Firm Firm Firm ½ Total Time Lapse: 1 Seconds RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 7: Transit Announcement Sounds (Tas)
2 seconds. If you do not wish to stop at the station that is announced after activating TAS, press and hold the bell button again without throttling down the train. RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... - Page 8 1st station. Example Of An Out and Back: Flatbush Wall 42nd 241st Avenue Street Street Street 42nd 241st Flatbush Street Street Avenue Example Of A Loop: Wall Street Flatbush 42nd Avenue Street 241st Street RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set...
- Page 9 Direction button. Press the Bell button as many times as is necessary to hear the name of the first stop. Press the Horn button until the"Saved" confirmation is played. The car will then automatically exit Learn Mode and enter Manual Mode. RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set...
- Page 10 To Begin Programmed Run Direction Function Manual Mode Button Code: To Enter Manual Mode 1 Bell, 2 Whistles from Auto Mode Notes: The engine will always power up in Manual Mode. RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set...
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Page 11: Proto-Coupler Operation
When speed control is off, the volume will drop to allow for better low voltage operation. RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 12: Locking Locomotive Into A Direction
Squealing Brakes play any time the engine's speed decreases rapidly. Cab Chatter plays at random intervals when the engine idles in neutral. Engine Start-up and Shut-down sounds play when the engine is initially powered on or is powered off for five seconds or more. RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 13: Maintenance
(in the truck block) with grease. Motor Mounting Screws Motor Mounting Screws Body Mount Screws Body Mount Screws Remove the white underside to gain access to the last 2 body mounting screws Body Mount Screws Body Removal Screw Locations RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 14: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
40-1099) . Durably constructed from ABS plastic, the block includes a built-in cleaning pad. For really stuborn track, you can Track Cleaning Block (40-1099) insert sandpaper into the block in just a few quick steps. RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 15: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
One set of replacement tires is packaged with the model. Additional tires are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (Order online: 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, ). Truckside Screws Truckside Screws RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 16: Light Bulb Replacement Instructions
Connect replacement bulb or bulb harness and reassemble in reverse. Replacement light bulb and bulb harnesses are available directly from M.T.H. Parts Department. (Order online: 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, ). RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 17: Self Charging Battery Back-Up
PS 2.0 circuit board and/or the batteries. **Do not use alkaline batteries for testing or checking purposes for the 3-Volt PS2 boards. Using alkaline batteries will damage the 3-Volt Battery Location battery charging circuit.** RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 18: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound 2.0 Problems
Because there are a limited number of sound clips available in each TAS sequence, it is probable that some of these sound clips will be repeated from time to time. RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 19: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
Lionel SW Unknown 130-Watt Standard Lionel TW 8-18v 175-Watt Standard Lionel ZW A,B,C or D 8-20v 275-Watt Standard Lionel Post-War A,B,C or D Common 0-20v 135/190 Watt Electronic Celebration Series ZW * Conventional Mode Only RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 20: Additional Features Accessible With The Dcs Remote Control System
Direction Control Set Up-User can set initial individual start-up direction (start in forward or reverse) for double- heading operations •Locomotive Consist Set-up-User can determine locomotive values for consist make-ups, allowing multiple locomotives belonging to a consist to operate together RailKing R142 5-Car Subway Set... -
Page 21: 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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