Lionel Legacy Control System User manual

LIONEL LEGACY
Control System
V1.6
Features:
71-4295-250

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LIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEMLIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEM
The following Lionel marks are used throughout this manual and are protected under law. All rights reserved.
Lionel®, LEGACY™, ®, Odyssey®, RailSounds®, CrewTalk™, TowerCom™, CAB-1®, CAB-2®, TMCC®, PowerMaster®, Lionel Lines®
All Contents Copyright © 2015 LIONEL L.L.C.
CAUTION – ELECTRIC TOY
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS OF AGE. AS WITH ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING HANDLING AND USE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
TRANSFORMER RATINGS – INPUT: 120 VAC; 60 HZ ONLY. AC OUTPUT: 18V 16VA PARENTS, PERIODICALLY
EXAMINE THE TRANSFORMER FOR CONDITIONS THAT MIGHT RESULT IN THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS (SUCH AS DAMAGE TO THE OUTPUT CORD BLADES, HOUSING, OR OTHER PARTS) AND THAT,
IN AN EVENT OF SUCH CONDITIONS, DO NOT USE THE TRANSFORMER UNTIL REPAIRED.
WELCOME
Welcome to the world of LIONEL LEGACY Command Control. The LIONEL LEGACY Control System
controls every product made over the history of LIONEL in a way that is superior to any control
available. It is truly the LIONEL LEGACY Control System.
Contemporary control systems for all model train gauges have been developed over the years to
enhance your experience with electric trains. Command control is the most advanced way to control a
layout and many operators are using command control systems on their layouts today.
This system is different. It integrates all of the new effects that LIONEL has made so popular.
Sounds, smoke effects, servo-controlled speed and more are easily accessed during the normal course
of operation. The LIONEL LEGACY Control System makes these features and effects available to you in
an unprecedented variety of operating possibilities.
The LIONEL LEGACY Control System improves operation of every LIONEL ever made, starting in
1900. Enhanced speed resolution brings new realism to our prewar and post-war products, whether
they are the originals that made history, or the TMCC equipped engines and operating cars that
celebrated our heritage by bringing the latest technology to these great products. This control system
is another milestone in LIONEL history.
The LIONEL LEGACY Control System improves all of the interfaces operators have become
accustomed to using with modern command control trains. The new real-time “quilling” Whistle-Horn
control is a great example. In place of our pioneering original method, pressing a button and triggering
an onboard sound device, or hearing a pre-recorded sound from an electronic source, the LIONEL
LEGACY Control System pioneers new control of the warning sounds through a spring-loaded lever
that makes it possible for you to “play” the whistle just like real engineers did in the hey-day of steam
operations. But that’s not all. You will also experience revolutionary new ways of controlling brake,
boost, bell, direction, switches, routes and more. It is all new.
The LIONEL LEGACY Control System is here! Congratulations! You are onboard and right on time!

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LIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEMLIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEM
V1.6 Upgrade Requirements and Installation.......... 4
V1.6 Feature Summary ........................................... 5
SETTING UP ............................................................. 6
LEGACY Base with a TMCC Controller...................... 7
LEGACY & TMCC DUAL BASE OPERATIONS............... 8
LEGACY Command Base/Charger ........................... 9
LEGACY CAB-2 Remote Controller ......................... 10
QUICK START ......................................................... 11
Get Ready To Run
The Velocity Throttle
The Multi-Controller
The Train Brake Slider
The Warning Sound Controller
The Speed Button
CAB-2 Introduction................................................ 17
Speed Graph
CAB-2 CONTROLS
LEGACY Velocity Throttle ..................................19-20
The Multi-Controller ....................................... 21-22
Direction, Boost, Absolute Direction Control,
Brake
Train Brake.......................................................23-24
Warning Sound Control.......................................... 25
Bell, Whistle, Horn
Couplers ............................................................... 26
AUX-1 / AUX-2 ...................................................... 26
Switch Through / Switch Out ................................ 27
SET ....................................................................... 27
HALT ...................................................................... 27
L, M, H MOMENTUM .............................................. 27
TRAIN LINK ............................................................ 28
STALL .................................................................... 29
LEGACY RailSounds Control Of
Laboring Effects............................................. 30
Momentum Set ..................................................... 30
Labor (EFX) Bias control........................................ 30
Official Rail Road Speed Control........................... 31
Touch-Screen Icons
Addressing an Engine..................................... 34
Start-Up and Shut-Down Commands
Speed Limit Commands.................................. 35
Set Clear
CAB Light Commands..................................... 35
Steam Engines .............................................. 36
Diesel Engines................................................ 37
Other Engines................................................. 38
TMCC Engines ................................................ 39
Acela Engines................................................. 40
Subway Engines ............................................. 41
Break Down Unit............................................. 42
Freight, Passenger, Crane/Boom..................... 43
RECORD ................................................................ 44
FEEDBACK ............................................................ 45
INFO ................................................................ 46-47
Accessing, Entering and Naming Engine INFO
CTC: Central Train Control Information.............48-53
CONTROLLING YOUR LAYOUT
Addressing Information ........................................ 53
Changing Your Engine ID#..................................... 54
Setting Engine Options.....................................55-57
Engine Addressing Methods.................................. 58
Engine Queueing................................................... 58
Trains .................................................................... 60
Lashups ..........................................................60-61
Train Addressing Methods ..................................... 62
Building A Train .............................................. 64-65
Accessories ......................................................66-69
Switches................................................................ 67
Routes..............................................................69-72
TRACK POWER..................................................72-73
MANAGING YOUR RAILROAD
Railroad System Management............................... 74
Memory Modules ..............................................74-77
CAB System Update Procedure.........................75-76
Base System Update Procedure........................76-77
Update Error Codes ............................................... 77
Remote To Base Binding...................................78-80
Charging Indicator Lights Chart............................ 79
REFERENCE SECTION
Table Of Options...............................................81-82
Index .................................................................... 83
Warranty................................................................ 84
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Lionel LEGACY Control System Manual version 1.6
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LIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEMLIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEM
V1.6 Upgrade Requirements and Installation
LIONEL LEGACY Control System Revision Memory Modules
The Lionel LEGACY system allows you to choose what version of software you would like to use.
As Updates are released you may want to go back to the original software. If you are upgrading from
LEGACY v1.1 or earlier, contact customer service. If you are upgrading from v1.2, the update will
clear your engine roster and other LEGACY system information and you’ll need to re-enter it. If you are
upgrading to v1.6 from v1.3 or later, your engine roster & settings will remain intact. However, it is still
suggested that you use the LEGACY Utility Software to backup your database prior to updating.
Use the LCS WiFi (6-81325) to load software to
your CAB-2 and Base using an LCS DB9 Cable with
Power Supply (6-81499).
Refer to the LCS WiFi manual for
further information.
LCS PDI CABLES
use either connector
WiFi
6-81325
1. Purchase a LEGACY Writable Utility Module (6-37125), available from your Lionel dealer or
www.lionelstore.com.
2. To download and install the free LEGACY SYSTEM UTILITY SOFTWARE (73-7125-S01) please do the following.
• Go to www.lionel.com, click on the Support tab, scroll down and click on Service Documents. From there,
search for 6-14295 to find legacy/ legacy related products. The download file shows up under “Software
Update” as well as “Legacy Products”.
OR
• Go to www.lionel.com, click on the Support tab, scroll down and click on Service Documents. Search for
6-37125 to find the black writable module. The download file shows up under “Software Update” as well
as “Legacy Products”.
3. Create your Cab and base modules with the LEGACY System Utility you just downloaded.
4. Turn off your base and plug in the Writable Utility Module. Push and hold the channel select button and apply power.
Wait for the flickering lights to stop. Your base software is now loaded.
5. Load the Cab software to your remote. Turn off your remote and plug in the Writable Utility Module. Press and hold
the Set and CTC buttons. Wait 10-15 seconds and your screen will display the main page. Your remote software is
now loaded.
Note that in order to download the software, you will need a PC computer. You will not be able to download and
install the software using an Apple computer.
optional
IMPORTANT NOTE:
If you are upgrading an existing LEGACY Control System from software
version 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, or 1.5 please do the following:

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LIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEMLIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEM
V1.6 Feature Summary
The V1.6 release improves usability and stability and adds some new features based on feedback from
users and requirements to support future products. Below is a list of the major enhancements and
differences from V1.54.
1. Adds support for Legacy Station Sounds Diner cars.
2. Adds new TxIR (Transmit IR) button to the “Custom” tab of the CAB2 display. This feature is for use
with the upcoming Lionel SensorCar, which allow trains pulled by older locomotives to work with
SensorTrack.
3. Allows proper CAB2/SensorTrack configuration of current or future products with SensorTrack
compatability, such as Subway, Breakdown B-unit, Freight Car, Station Sounds cars and Legacy
Crane/Boom Car.
4. Train builder: Fixed bug where Train Link wasn’t automatically set on accessories, passenger cars,
etc. when that device’s TMCC ID was between 1 to 9.

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LIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEMLIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEM
SETTING UP
Here’s How
Take your system out of the box and become familiar with the contents. There are three
available options for connecting the transformer and base to your track. Choose the right
one that fits your layout.
• Direct Connection
• Using a TPC controller
• With a LEGACY and TMCC base
Direct Connection
First, connect your LEGACY Command Base/Charger binding post to both outside rails
on the track using a single wire (or the solid black wire on your Fastrack terminal track).
Ensure the Command Base cord is connected to a properly grounded three-prong socket.
Connect wires as shown in diagram above. Check out the diagram and see if you have
everything right. The lights should be on. Remember, this system requires a three-prong
socket for power.
It is not necessary to add your new engine to your system’s roster now. (You can just
operate it as engine #1 to get started quickly.) Later on you can add it to your roster of
engines by giving it a unique ID# using the directions that came with your new locomotive or
refer to page 54 in this manual.
Note: Your new LIONEL LEGACY Control System equipped engine comes with a factory ID# 1 and
will respond to that address immediately.

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LIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEMLIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEM
LEGACY Base with a TMCC Controller
Using a TPC Controller
Use the Direct Connection instructions on page 6 to connect up the LEGACY Command
Base/Charger to your track. Then connect wires between the TPC and the LEGACY Command
Base, the TPC and the track, and the TPC and Power Supply as shown in the above diagram.
With this configuration, you will be able to control the power supply to your track
through the CAB-2 remote.
Note: The above 6-14191 Command
Base Cable a separately sold item.
Note: The 6-14194 TPC
Cable Set is a separately
sold item.

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LEGACY & TMCC DUAL BASE OPERATIONS
Lionel LEGACY Control System and TMCC Dual set-up
Some operators may wish to continue using their TMCC CAB-1 remotes along with their CAB-2 to
control Power-Masters and all other Lionel products, even “Lionel LEGACY Control System Equipped”
Engines.
Power-Master Bridge
A separate component called the #994 Power-Master Bridge (#6-24279) is required to operate a Lionel
Power-Master with the Lionel LEGACY Control System CAB-2 and Command Base/Charger.
Sharing Control
Two operators, one with a CAB-2 and one with a CAB-1, should not operate the same Engine or Train
simultaneously. It is not recommended to “go between” CAB-2 and CAB-1 while operating the same
Engine or Train. Doing this will make the graph on the CAB-2 incorrect.
Two Systems at Once
It is possible for operators with CAB-1 to control any Engine or Train while other operators with CAB-2
control any other Engine or Train. Switches and Routes can still be thrown, but remember the limits
of TMCC and CAB-1. A TMCC CAB-1 can only throw Routes 1-9 and control Trains 1-9. The higher
addresses (10-99) must be reached with a CAB-2.
The “Y” cord that comes with your Lionel LEGACY Control System makes it possible to continue
using your CAB-1 alongside your new Lionel LEGACY Control System. Set it up like the diagram below.
The “Y” cord also allows for RS232 (DB9) connection to your computer for future applications.
NOTE: There should be only one signal wire going to the layout, from the LEGACY Command Base/
Charger.
NOTE: Base-1L should not be used on a layout already utilizing a LEGACY Base.

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LIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEMLIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEM
THE LEGACY COMMAND BASE/CHARGER
Green Light (power)
Indicates power on
Yellow Light (status)
Used for feedback during special
functions of Base
Red Light (com)
Indicates data send/receive from
CAB-2 remote
Charging Lights
Flash on and off indicating that CAB-
2 Remote is being
charged. See page 78 for more info.
Charging Contacts
Used to connect the Base
and remote physically,
for charging purposes
Logo Light
(the word LEGACY in front)
Glows while Base is in use.
When the base is not being
used, the intensity ramps
up and down
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(underside of Base)
Turns off the charging feature if you
are not using rechargeable batteries
Channel Select
(Programming) Button
(underside of Base)
Used to change Base frequency
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Used to send and receive
commands from the
CAB-2 remote
Power Jack
This is ONLY to be used with the
LEGACY wall pack
DB9 Connector
(TMCC Command Base & computer port)
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See page 8 for more info.
Binding Post
Connection for TMCC signal wire that goes to track

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LIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEMLIONEL LEGACY CONTROL SYSTEM
Main Display
Displays real-time information about your
railroad system, Displays real-time feedback
of operation
Scroll Button
Navigates thru entire list of
Engines, Trains, Switches, etc
Select Button
Performs addressing by
3-4 Digit road number
Touch Screen Key Pad
A group of touch sensitive keys
with icons for each function.
These keys serve many purposes, and their
icons change accordingly
Train Brake Slider
This Slider is used to increase or decrease the
amount of Train Brake effect on the Engine
or Train
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Button
Quick select of train-link devices
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Press to view the Control
Panel while operating.
Controls switch direction
AUX-2/Out Button
Controls switch direction
Toggles locomotive lighting on/off
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Stops everything on layout, also stops record-
ing playback
Record Button
Used to record and playback events
Velocity Throttle
Throttle control over engines, also used to
navigate thru info/options
Set Button
Used to set Engine address and for programming
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Used to enter/view the info/
options of selected component
CTC Button
Turns the Remote On and Off.
Used to enter the Remote and
Base Options. Pressing CTC
while in a menu will always
bring you back to main screen
SoftKeys
These keys directly
correlate to the 5 selection
boxes located at the bottom
of the main screen.
These are also used in the
info/option menus to select options
Warning Sound Controller
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up and release to trigger Warning Bell
Control Button
Toggles the Touch-Screen to
display R.R. preset speeds
Multi-Controller
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ward for engine brake, and press
down for direction change.
Click-hold-and rock for absolute direction
select
Front & Rear
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Fire Couplers
Feedback Button
Toggle on/off the vibration feedback feature in
the CAB-2 Remote
Low, Medium, High
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Used to select the desired momentum of your
addressed engine/train/
accessory
THE LEGACY CAB-2 REMOTE CONTROLLER