Lionel LCS IRV2 User manual

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Lionel
LCS IRV2
Owner's Manual
Lionel
LCS IRV2
Owner's Manual

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Thank You!
Your layout has always been more than the sum of its parts. But until now, combining those parts into a complete system could be a challenge. Lionel’s new Layout Control System or
“LCS,” fulfills the LEGACY promise of integrated locomotive and layout control.
Table of contents
What is Lionel’s Layout Control System?
How it works! 3
LCS IRV2 Features 4
Installing Your First LCS Device
The LCS DB-9 Cable with Power Supply 5
Installing a new LCS system with Legacy Base 6-7
Installing a new LCS system with Base-1L Command Base 8
Installing LCS with Legacy AND TrainMaster Command Base 9-10
Installing additional LCS devices 11
Configuring Your LCS Device
Installation of IR Sensor Sled and Cover 12
Set IR Sensor Sled TMCC ID and Action Command 13
List of Action Commands 14-15
About IR Sensor Sled “Direction” 16
Automatic CAB-2/Base Updates (Legacy base required) 16
Viewing Locomotive Fuel Levels (Legacy base required) 17
Recording Actions on the LCS IRV2 Sensors
Choosing a Recording Mode 18
MODE 1: Recordings that apply to ALL passing LEGACY locomotives 19
MODE 2: Recordings that play ONLY on one engine or train 20
Recording ONLY the devices you specify (Mode 3) 21
Erasing or Disabling Recordings 22
Recording when you have more than one IR Sensor Sled 22
Creating Complex Recordings 23
IRV2 and the LCS iPad®App 24
Reference
IRV2 Sensor Quick Guide 25-26
Operation of LEDs 27
Specifications of the LCS IRV2 27
Lionel Limited Warranty Policy and Service 28
Contents of your IRV2 box
• LCS IRV2
• 2 LCS IRSL Sled sensor boards
• 2 Sled Covers
• 2 module-to-sled cables: 1 meter length
• 4 Cover Screws
• 1 LCS IRV2 Owner's Manual

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What is Lionel’s Layout Control System?
Lionel’s Layout Control System or “LCS” doesn’t replace your existing Lionel Legacy Control system. It adds to it! You can control your layout from Lionel Cab Remote
controllers or from smart devices like an Apple iPad®to run locomotives, operate track
switches, accessories and lighting. Create automatic events to control passing locomotives and
other layout accessories or switches.
LCS is a modular system, with each product offering unique features. No single LCS product
will do everything and not every layout will require every type of LCS device. But a fully realized LCS
system will likely include the following:
• A Lionel Command Base (Legacy or Base-1L) for locomotive control
• LCS WiFi so you can control your layout from smart devices like an iPad
• LCS ASC2 to operate switches, lighting, and accessories
• LCS BPC2 for block power control
• LCS AMC2 to operate accessories with AC or DC motors
• LCS SensorTrack (one or more) which adds a new level of interactivity with compatible
Lionel Legacy locomotives. For FasTrack use only.
• LCS IRV2 gives SensorTrack functionality to layouts that do not use FasTrack
• LCS SER2 for computer control and use of existing Lionel serial devices like the TPC-300
and TPC-400
How it works!
As you know, your Lionel Cab Remote sends commands to your Command Base. In turn, the base controls your locomotives via a one-way communication link. LCS works in
parallel with your existing command base, adding a wired network of control modules. Spread
across your layout, these LCS modules operate switches, lighting, accessories and track power
blocks. LCS is bidirectional, meaning modules can send and receive commands.
And here’s where it all comes together: Since LCS can also send commands back through
the command base, LCS devices can operate your locomotives as well as your layout! For
example, a module like the IRV2 can make a locomotive blow a grade-crossing signal as it
passes. And the LCS WiFi module connects devices like an Apple iPad®to your layout so you
and your friends can easily operate switches, locos and more.
This document describes the features, installation and operation of the LCS IRV2. For more
about the Layout Control System and its products, please visit www.lcs.lionel.com.
LCS WiFi
IRSL sled
LCS IRV2
LCS PDI cables connect modules
for bi-directional communication.
Command base controls locomotives,
one-way communication only
Figure 1. LCS doesn't replace your Lionel Command Base — it adds to it!

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LCS IRV2 Features
The IRV2 is a blue LCS module that includes two (2) infrared receiver "sleds" and cables that mount to a non-FasTrack style track system. The IRV2 module can control up to four
(4) sleds. Additional sleds can be purchased separately.
The receivers in the sleds read data beamed out of all Lionel Legacy and Vision locomotives
that are equipped with an infrared transmitter. When one of these locomotives crosses a sled,
engine details like TMCC ID, road name, number, engine type, lighting options, fuel levels,
and direction of travel are retrieved and transmitted to your LCS installation and Legacy
command base.
The IRV2 has five main features:
• Automatically updates engine information on all CAB-2 remotes.
• Display locomotive’s current fuel level on all CAB-2 remotes.
• Trigger actions when locomotives pass (eg., blow a grade-crossing warning). The IRV2
comes with a variety of pre-programmed “Action Commands.”
• Records and plays back your own custom actions.
• Real-time locomotive location. If the iPad®LCS App is connected to the system, the
locomotive’s current location and other information is displayed in real-time (LCS WiFi,
iPad®or other device and software required).
Infrared transmitters are located on the belly tank of Legacy diesel locomotives
and on the tender of Legacy steam locomotives. Locomotives without infrared
transmitters do not work with the LCS IRV2.
Figure 2. An IRV2 sled installed
Note!
What is Lionel’s Layout Control System?

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Installing Your First LCS Device
The following section describes installation of a new LCS system. If you already have installed your first LCS component, please skip ahead to the next section titled “Installing
additional LCS devices.”
When installing a new LCS system, the process you will follow depends on which Lionel
Command Base is to be connected to your LCS system. Following sections describe starting a
new LCS installation with a Legacy Base or a Base-L1.
The LCS DB-9 Cable with Power Supply
Every LCS system requires exactly one 6-81499 LCS DB-9 Cable with Power Supply. This special cable has three connectors: a DB-9 (a), with a “pig-tail” cable-mount power
supply connector (c) and also a 10-foot cable with an “LCS PDI” connector (b) at its end.
The cable receives power from the included DC wall-pack (12VDC at 1A). Power for each LCS
device is supplied through the single LCS data cable. The wall-pack is capable of powering
dozens of LCS devices, depending on type. An additional power booster/cable extender is
available for extremely large LCS installations.
Figure 3. The 6-81499 LCS DB-9 Cable with Power Supply

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Installing a new LCS system with Legacy Base
To install a new LCS system on a layout with a Legacy Command Base:
1. Turn off power to your layout and Legacy Base.
2. Connect the DC wall-pack to the female cable-mount connector of the LCS DB-9 Cable.
3. Connect the DB-9 connector of the LCS DB-9 Cable to your Legacy Command Base.
4. Connect the LCS PDI cable end of the LCS DB-9 Cable to either connector on your LCS
device.
5. Restore power to your layout and Legacy Base.
6. Plug in the LCS wall-pack power supply. Both SensorTrack LEDs should illuminate briefly
on power-up.
Legacy command base must have software rev 1.52 or higher installed.
Figure 4. LCS IRV2 PDI connections. Use either connector.
Note!
Installing Your First LCS Device
6-85296
IRV2
IRSL1 IRSL2 IRSL3 IRSL4

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Installing a new LCS system with Legacy Base (continued)
Your system should resemble the figure below.
Once connected and powered-up, the yellow LED on the Legacy Base will blink once every
second. With this setup, you can control Lionel locomotives and Layout Control System
products using using any combination of LEGACY/CAB-2 and CAB-1L remotes.
If you have additional LCS devices to install, see “Installing additional LCS devices.” If not,
skip ahead to the next section of this manual, “Configuring your LCS Device.”
Figure 5. A sample LCS system with the IRV2 and a LEGACY Base
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Installing a new LCS system with Base-1L Command Base
To install a new LCS system on a layout with a Base-1L Command Base:
1. Turn off power to your layout and Base-1L.
2. Connect the DC wall-pack to the female cable-mount connector of the LCS DB-9 Cable.
3. Connect the DB-9 connector of the LCS DB-9 Cable to your Base-1L.
4. Connect the LCS PDI cable end of the LCS DB-9 Cable to either connector on your LCS
device, such as an LCS IRV2 (see photo on page 7) or any other Layout Control System
product.
5. Restore power to your layout and Base-1L.
6. Plug in the LCS wall-pack power supply. The red LED should illuminate briefly on power-
up.
Your system should resemble the figure below.
Once connected and powered-up, the red LED on the Base-1L will blink once every second.
With this setup, you can control Lionel locomotives and Layout Control System products using
a CAB-1L remote(s).
If you have additional LCS devices to install, see “Installing additional LCS devices.” If not,
skip ahead to the next section of this manual, “Configuring your LCS Device.”
Figure 6. A sample LCS system with IRV2 and a Base-1L
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Installing LCS with Legacy AND TrainMaster Command Base
The following instructions apply ONLY if you are using one or more original CAB-1 remotes with a Legacy command base. It is not necessary to follow these instructions to use the
CAB-1L remote with a Legacy command base.
In order to complete this installation, you will need a CAB-1 remote, an original TMCC
Trainmaster command base, a Legacy Command Base with Legacy CAB-2 remote and the
Legacy serial Y cable (included with the Legacy command base).
This is the ONLY supported application for the Legacy Y cable. The “Command
base” end of the Legacy Serial Y cable cannot be directly connected to any accessory
other than the original TMCC TrainMaster command base.
To install a new LCS system on a layout with a Legacy Command Base, an original TMCC
Command Base and a Legacy Serial Y Cable:
1. Turn off power to your layout, Legacy Base and TMCC TrainMaster command base.
2. Connect the DC wall-pack to the female cable-mount connector of the LCS DB-9 Cable.
3. Connect the "Legacy Base" DB-9 connector of the Legacy Serial Y cable to your Legacy
Command Base.
4. Connect the “Command Base” end of the Legacy Y cable to the DB-9 connector of your
TMCC Trainmaster Command Base.
5. Connect the DB-9 end of the LCS DB-9 Cable to the “Serial Comm” connector of the Legacy
Y cable.
6. Connect the LCS PDI cable end of the LCS DB-9 Cable to either connector on your LCS
device, such as a SensorTrack or any other Layout Control System product.
7. Restore power to your layout, Legacy Base and TMCC TrainMaster command base.
8. Plug in the LCS wall-pack power supply. Both SensorTrack LEDs should illuminate briefly
on power-up.
Legacy command base must have software rev 1.52 or higher installed.
Note!
Note!
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Your system should resemble the figure below.
Once connected and powered-up, the yellow LED on the Legacy Base will blink once every
second. With this setup, you can control Lionel locomotives and Layout Control System
products using any combination of Legacy Remotes, CAB-1L remotes and original CAB-1
remotes.
If you have additional LCS devices to install, see “Installing additional LCS devices.” If not,
skip ahead to the next section of this manual, “Configuring your LCS Device.”
Installing LCS with Legacy AND TrainMaster Command Base
(continued)
Figure 7. A sample LCS system with SensorTrack, a LEGACY Base and an original TMCC Base.”
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Installing additional LCS devices
This section describes adding a new device to an existing Layout Control System installation. If you are installing a brand new LCS system, please refer to the previous
section of this document, “Installing Your First LCS Device.”
Adding additional LCS devices to an existing Layout Control System requires an additional
cable for each new device. These “LCS PDI Cables” come in a variety of pre-made lengths.
They are not included with LCS devices, and must be purchased separately. LCS PDI Cables are
available in a variety of lengths:
6-81500 - LCS PDI 1ft Cable
6-81501 - LCS PDI 3ft Cable
6-81502 - LCS PDI 10ft Cable
6-81503 - LCS PDI 20ft Cable
Each new device is connected via LCS PDI cables in a “daisy-chain” fashion (one to the
next, and so on). The order of devices in the “chain” is up to you. The only exception is that
an LCS WiFi must be the first device in the chain if no Lionel Command Base is present.
To connect each additional LCS device:
1. Find the “last” LCS device in the chain. One of its two LCS PDI connectors will be in use,
the other will be empty.
2. Using your chosen length LCS PDI Cable, connect one cable end to the unused LCS PDI
connector of the last LCS device in the chain.
3. Connect the second cable end to either of the LCS PDI connectors on your new LCS device
(see figure below). Your new LCS device is now the last one in the chain.
LCS PDI CABLES
use either connector
WiFi
6-81325
To LCS module or
command base
Figure 8 An LCS WiFi and SensorTrack connected, SensorTrack is last device in chain.
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Configuring Your LCS Device
Installation of IR Sensor Sled and Cover
The IRSL PCB and accompanying cover must be installed onto your track per the figure below.
The IRV2 system is designed to work with track that does not have an incorporated roadbed.
Examples of track include GarGraves, Ross, and Atlas.
The recommended installation method for track with wooden or plastic ties is as follows:
1. Locate the section of track where you wish to install the IR Sensor Sled.
2. Drill a hole into your layout where the IR Sensor Sled cable will route based upon the
above figure. Recommended hole size is 7/16” or larger to clear the connector.
3. Pass the cable through the hole and connect it to the IR Sensor Sled connector. Be mindful
of the connector’s orientation. Do not try to force the connector in backwards.
4. Place the IR Sensor Sled onto the ties and then place the Sled Cover over the Sled. The
Cover can only fit onto the Sled in one way.
5. Position the Sled and Cover assembly as close to the center rail of the track as possible to
allow for clearance of wheel flanges.
6. Using a pencil or other marking device, mark the two locations of the cover holes on the
track ties. Remove the Cover and pre-drill the holes for the screws. Recommended drill size
is 1/16”. Drill the holes through the ties. Clean up any drill shavings.
7. Replace the Cover, making sure it is aligned squarely over the Sled and screw the Cover
down using the included screws.
8. Connect the other end of the cable, now located under your layout, to the IRV2 module.
The cable is 1 meter in length, or just a little over 3 feet long. Remember this when
choosing locations for the IR Sensor Sleds and the IRV2 module.
Figure 9. Installing the IRSL
Screws
IRSL
cover
Connector
for cable
Track
IRSL
sensor
board

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Configuring Your LCS Device
Set IR Sensor Sled TMCC ID and Action Command
Before using each IR Sensor Sled installed on your layout, you must program it with a unique TMCC Accessory ID. If you have other existing TMCC-controlled accessories on
your layout, be sure to assign each IR Sensor Sled a unique ID that does not conflict with
other devices.
Each time you set the TMCC Accessory ID, you must also assign one of ten “action
commands.” In the first example, we’ll use Action Command 0, which is “no action.”
Similarly, each time you change the Action Command, you must first enter the TMCC ACC ID
number. A description of all Action Commands appears later in this manual.
To set the ID and Action Command 0 (no action):
1. Press and hold the PROGRAM button on the IR Sensor Sled:
2. The Program LED will begin to blink 2 times per second. Release the button.
3. On your Lionel Remote (Cab-1L or Legacy Cab-2) press the ACC button (Accessory mode).
4. Now enter the two numerical digits of the ID you wish to set. For ID 1-9, use a leading
zero (ex. “03” for ID three). If you have more than one IR Sensor Sled, be sure to
give each a unique ID number.
5. Press the SET button on the Lionel Remote (Cab-1L or Legacy Cab-2). Notice that the LED
flashes quickly, then goes back to blinking. You’ve now set the TMCC Accessory ID.
Next you must choose an Action Command to complete the programming sequence.
6. While still in programming mode, press Aux1 on your remote, then the digit 0. This
assigns the behavior “no action.” You’ll notice that the Program LED flashes once
more and goes dark, indicating the programming sequence is complete.
To test the IR Sensor Sled, run a Legacy locomotive over the sensor and watch the Program
LED. It should illuminate for approximately one second as the engine passes.
To exit Program mode without making changes, press the Program button prior to
completing the steps listed above.
RECORD
PROGRAM
Figure 10. The IR Sensor Sled
Note!

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List of Action Commands
In addition to the “no action” behavior, the IRV2 supports the following Action Commands:
Configuring Your LCS Device
Ac tio n
Direction Right-To-Left
Direction Left-To-Right
0
No action; disable
previously created user
recording (see Action 9)
No action; disable previously
created user recording (see
Action 9)
1
Crossing gate signal blow
No action
2
No action
Crossing gate signal blow
3
Turn bell on for 10 seconds
No action
4
No action
Turn bell on for 10 seconds
5
Dialog, journey is
beginning
Dialog, journey is ending
6
Dialog, journey is ending
Dialog, journey is beginning
7
Dialog, go to Slow Speed
(does not change loco
speed)
Dialog, go to Normal Speed
8
Dialog, go to Normal Speed
(does not change loco
speed)
Dialog, go to Slow Speed
9
Play user recording, right-
to-left (see "Recording
Actions on the IRV2" later
in this manual)
Play user recording, left-to-right

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List of Action Commands (continued)
Let’s experiment with Action Command 1, which automatically blows a grade-crossing
signal when passing in one direction over the IR Sensor Sled.
To set TMCC ID and Action Command 1 (sound crossing signal):
1. Press and hold the Program button on the IR Sensor Sled until it begins blinking.
2. Release the Program button.
3. On your Lionel Remote (CAB-1L or Legacy CAB-2) press the ACC button (Accessory mode)
4. Now enter the two numerical digits of the ID you wish to set. For ID 1-9, use a leading zero
(ex. “01” for ID one).
5. Press the SET button. Notice that the Program LED flashes quickly, then goes back to
blinking. You’ve set the TMCC ID, now you must choose an Action Command to complete
the programming sequence.
6. While still in programming mode, press Aux1 on your remote, then the digit 1. This
assigns the action “blow grade crossing signal.” You’ll notice that the Program LED
flashes once more and then goes dark. This indicates the programming sequence is
complete.
Now, run a Legacy locomotive over the sled and watch the Program LED. It should illuminate
for about a second as the engine passes. If you’re traveling in the right-to-left direction (see
next page), you should hear the locomotive sound a grade-crossing on its horn or whistle.
If not, reverse direction and pass over the sled moving from right-to-left to hear the crossing
signal play.
To change the grade crossing signal to a different action command, repeat the above
sequence, substituting a different digit for the desired command.
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About IR Sensor Sled “Direction”
In the Action Command descriptions on the previous page, you’ll see references to “direction left-to-right” or “right-to-left.” Most Action Commands vary depending on which way the
engine is passing. A locomotive is considered to pass the IR Sensor Sled from “left-to-right”
when it passes over the Program button before it passes over the Record button.
Configuring Your LCS Device
Figure 11. IR Sensor Sled direction of travel
RECORD
PROGRAM
LEFT TO RIGHT
Automatic CAB-2/Base Updates (Legacy base required)
The first time a new engine crosses an IR Sensor Sled, you’ll notice that CAB-2 engine information will update, including the road name, road number, locomotive type, and
lighting keypad options. For most layouts, automatically updating the LEGACY Base database
is a desirable feature. However, some clubs may prefer not to automatically load visiting
engine’s info. This can be controlled for all IR sensors on the layout using your Lionel hand-
held remote.
To disable automatic base updates:
• From your remote, enter ACC, 99, AUX1, 3
• All IR sensors on the layout will no longer update the Legacy command base when a
compatible locomotive passes.
The base update feature will remain disabled even when the track power is turned off and
then on again.
To turn the automatic base updating feature back on:
• From your remote, enter ACC, 99, AUX1, 4.
• All IR sensors on the layout will now update the base when a compatible locomotive passes
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Viewing Locomotive Fuel Levels (Legacy base required)
Each time a Legacy locomotive passes over an IR Sensor Sled, it transmits its current fuel levels. To view this information on your CAB-2, simply tap its Speed button. The current
fuel level will appear as a gauge in the lower-left corner of the touchpad display (see photo
below).
Fuel and water levels deplete automatically as you run your locomotive. The speed, laboring
and diesel run levels all affect the rate fuel is consumed.
To refill fuel on a diesel locomotive
• Stop your locomotive. Press and hold the reset key (aka the “zero” position on the keypad)
Listen for the refueling sequence to play. Release the key when you’re ready.
To refill coal or fuel oil on a steam locomotive
• Stop your locomotive. Press and hold the reset key (aka the “zero” position on the keypad).
Listen for the refueling sequence to play. Release the key when you’re ready.
To refill water levels on a steam locomotive
• Stop your locomotive. Press and hold the water key (aka the “three” position on the
keypad). Listen for the water tower sounds to play. Release the key when you’re ready.
The next time your locomotive crosses an IR sensor, the fuel display on every CAB-2 will
read “full.”
You can also determine current fuel levels of a Legacy locomotive by ear. While in
motion, hit the AUX1 and numeric <2> key (CAB-1L) or AUX1, <engineer key>
(CAB-2). The locomotive engineer will speak his current speed or fuel.
Note!
Figure 12. The IRV2 enables a fuel level displayed on a LEGACY CAB-2 remote
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Recording Actions on the LCS IRV2 Sensors
In addition to the preset Action Commands, LCS IRV2 can record custom commands defined by the operator. (Creating a recording turns off the current Action Command.) The
recordings you create begin when a locomotive rolls over an IR Sensor Sled that is “armed” to
record. From that moment, all commands are stored in the IRV2 until you stop the recording.
The next time a locomotive crosses the track, it plays back the previously recorded actions.
Here are some key recording concepts:
• Playback will be triggered by ANY passing compatible locomotive, unless you can create a
recording that applies ONLY to one specific locomotive.
• Recordings include ALL commands sent by ANY OPERATOR to any locomotive, switch,
accessory or other device. Alternately, you can create a recording which saves ONLY the
commands sent to a specific list of devices.
• Each IR Sensor Sled stores two recordings, one for “left-to-right” and one for “right-to-
left.” If you want the same recording played in both directions, record the action twice.
• When multiple engines are part of a Train, only the head or front engine can trigger a user
recording (or preset action command).
It is not necessary to erase a recording before creating a new one. Each time
you create a recording, all commands that were part of a previous recording are
automatically cleared.
Choosing a Recording Mode
The IRV2 has three different recording modes:
Mode 1 recordings will be played back by ALL passing compatible locomotives. Recording
includes commands sent to ALL devices by ALL active operators.
Mode 2 recordings will be played back ONLY when the same locomotive used to create the
recording passes over the IR sensor. Mode 2 recordings include commands sent to ALL devices
by ALL active operators.
Mode 3 recordings will be played back ONLY when the same locomotive used to create the
recording passes over the IR sensor. Mode 3 recordings include ONLY commands sent to the
devices you specify before the recording starts.
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MODE 1: Recordings that apply to ALL passing LEGACY locomotives
Mode 1 recordings will be played back by ANY passing compatible locomotive. Recording includes commands sent to ALL devices by ALL active operators.
To make a Mode 1 user recording:
1. Press and hold the IR Sensor Sled Record button (see below).
2. The program LED will blink slowly indicating “record ready” mode. Release the button.
3. Next, run the engine or train over the IR Sensor Sled in the desired direction.
4. When the engine crosses the track, a single bell strike will be heard. This indicates
recording has begun.
5. Run locomotives, switches and accessories. Your recording will include every command
you send. In addition, commands from all other active operators on the layout will also
become part of your recording.
6. To end the recording, press the Record button a second time. You'll hear a double-bell ring
from your locomotive, indicating the recording is saved.
If multiple IR sensors are present on your layout, they won’t be able to begin
recording or playback while you are creating a Mode 1 recording.
Playing a Mode 1 Recording
When ANY compatible LEGACY locomotive passes over the IR sensor, commands from that
direction’s recording will be sent to that locomotive and any other devices that were included
in the recording. At the start of playback, the Record LED will begin blinking. Once the
playback has finished, the Record LED will stop blinking.
To stop playback before it reaches the end, tap the IR sensor’s Record button. To stop
playback using your hand-held remote, see the IR sensor Quick Guide in the Reference section
at the end of this document.
Recording Actions on the LCS IRV2 Sensors
Note!
Figure 13. The IR Sensor Sled Record button.
RECORD
PROGRAM

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MODE 2: Recordings that play ONLY on one engine or train
Mode 2 recordings will be played back ONLY when the locomotive used to create the recording passes over the IR sensor. Mode 2 recordings include commands sent to ALL
devices by ALL active operators.
What can Mode 2 do that Mode 1 can’t? For example, every time your favorite passenger
train approaches the station, your Mode 2 recording can throw a track switch to bring it into
the station. But all other trains will stay on the mainline, bypassing the station.
To make a Mode 2 user recording:
1. Press and hold the IR sensor's Record button.
2. The program LED will blink slowly indicating “record ready” mode. Release the button.
3. Press the SET button on your remote. The Program LED will flicker. The next passing
Engine or Train ID will be the ONLY one that will trigger the playback of the recording
we’re about to create.
4. Now, start the recording by running the locomotive over the IR Sensor Sled in the desired
direction.
5. When the engine crosses the sensor, a single bell strike will be heard. This sound indicates
recording has begun.
6. Run locomotives, switches and accessories. Your recording will include every command
you send. In addition, commands from all other active operators on the layout will also
become part of your recording.
7. To end the recording, press the IR sensor's Record button a second time. You'll hear a
double-bell ring from your locomotive, indicating the recording is saved.
If multiple IR sensors are present on your layout, they won’t be able to record or
playback while you are creating a Mode 2 recording.
Playing a Mode 2 Recording
Bring the locomotive used to create the recording back around and roll over the IR sensor
again. That direction’s recording will be triggered and the locomotive will repeat the same
behaviors of the original recording. No other locomotive will be able to trigger playback of this
recording.
At the start of playback, the Record LED will begin blinking. Once the playback has finished,
the Record LED will stop blinking. To stop playback before it reaches the end, tap the IR
sensor’s Record button. To stop playback using your hand-held remote, see the IR Sensor Sled
Quick Guide in the Reference section at the end of this document.
Recording Actions on the LCS IRV2 Sensors
Note!