Lionel AC6000 User manual

Lionel
Non-Powered
LEGACY Super Bass
AC6000 Diesel Locomotive
Owner’s Manual
72-8305-250
2/09
Featuring
Lionel
Non-Powered
LEGACY Super Bass
AC6000 Diesel Locomotive
Owner’s Manual
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Congratulations!
Congratulations on your purchase of the Lionel Non-Powered LEGACY RailSounds Super Bass AC6000 Diesel Locomotive! On the outside, this locomotive features numerous
prototypical details and expert decoration in your favorite livery. Inside the body, this
locomotive is equipped with two baby FatBoy speakers housed in a newly designed acoustic
suspension chamber. LEGACY Super Bass Diesel Roar brings powerful low-end sound
accentuation for a super realistic effect. Here and feel the diesel roar with 15 levels of laboring.
The Non-Powered LEGACY RailSounds Super Bass AC6000 Diesel Locomotive is ready for duty
on your layout.
Features of the locomotive
• LEGACYControlSystemequipped—abletorunwiththenewLEGACY
Controlsystem,intheTrainMasterCommandControlenvironment,orin
theconventionalenvironmentwithonlyastandardtransformer
• LEGACYRailSoundssoundsystemwithintelligibleCrewTalkdialogand
TowerComannouncements
• DirectionallightingincludingoperatingLEDheadlights
• Oscillatingditchlights
• TwoElectroCouplers
• Fan-drivensmokeunit
• Groundlights
• Lightednumberboards
• Lightedcabinterior
• Minimumcurve:O-36
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The following Lionel marks may be used throughout this instruction manual and are protected under law. All
rights reserved.
Lionel®, TrainMaster®, Odyssey®, RailSounds®, CrewTalk™, TowerCom™, DynaChuff™, StationSounds™,
Pullmor®, ElectroCoupler™, Magne-Traction®, CAB-1®Remote Controller, PowerMaster®, Lionel
ZW®, ZW®, PowerHouse®, TMCC®, Lionelville™, Lockon®, Wireless Tether™, LionMaster®, FatBoy™,
American Flyer®, TrainSounds™, PowerMax™, LEGACY™, PowerMax™Plus
The name FasTrack®is used with permission from Pitsco, Inc.
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Table of contents
LEGACY Control Systems operations
Get ready to run 4
Start ‘Er Up 4
The LEGACY CAB-2 Remote Controller 5
The warning sound controller 6
Ground Light Control 7
Non-Powered locomotive switch function overview
Switch overview 8
TrainMaster Command Control operations
TrainMaster Command Control operations 9
Ground Lights 9
Operating your non-powered locomotive in the Command Control environment 10
CAB-1 Remote Controller commands 11
CAB-1 Remote Controller numeric keypad commands 12
CAB-1 numeric keypad table 13
Tuning your non-powered locomotive’s performance 14-15
Assigning your non-powered locomotive a new ID# 15
Building a lash-up 16
Reprogramming your non-powered locomotive to restore features 17
Conventional transformer operations
Ground Lights 18
Operating your non-powered locomotive in the conventional environment 18-19
Uncoupling your non-powered locomotive in the conventional environment 20
LEGACY RailSounds sound system operations
LEGACY RailSounds sound system operations 21
Installing the battery 22
Using the LEGACY RailSounds sound system in the conventional environment 23
Installing a Lionel Sound Activation Button for conventional operation 24
Activating the CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements in the conventional environment 25
Using the LEGACY RailSounds sound system in the TrainMaster Command Control environment 26
Activating the CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements in the Command Control environment 27
Maintaining and servicing your locomotive
Lubricating your non-powered locomotive 28
Adding fluid to your non-powered locomotive’s smoke generator 29
Adjusting the smoke output 30
Replacing your non-powered locomotive’s LEDs and lamps 30
Notes 31
Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & Service 32
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LEGACY Control System operations
Please note that not all LEGACY products have all the features
mentioned in this section.
This section is a brief overview of the LEGACY Control System. For a more in depth
explanation of the LEGACY Control System features, please see your LEGACY Control
System Operations Manual.
GET READY TO RUN
Couple your non-powered locomotive to a powered locomotive for operation in the
LEGACY Control System environment.
Get your engine running now by following the instructions in this guide. We'll power up the track, "address the engine" so it can be controlled by your CAB-2 remote and learn to use the Whistle
and Bell commands.
Power Up The Track
Refer to PowerMaster, TPC, or ZW manual for correct method. With your engine on the track and
ready to roll, power-up your track to a constant 18 volts. If a circuit breaker trips when you turn on
the Lionel power supply, check the wheels of your locomotive to make sure they are all securely on
the track. Check to make sure the track is free of all metals that may cause a short circuit.
Address Your Engine
First, you must address the engine. This "tells" your CAB-2 which locomotive you want to control.
This is important when you have more than one engine on your layout.
To address an engine:
1. Press ENG
2. Press 1
3. Press Start Up
See reference numbers 1, 2, and 3
Start 'Er Up
Now it is time to start up your engine's sound system.
To start the engine's Railsounds system, press Start on the touch-screen or any action key
(Whistle, Bell, Velocity Throttle, etc.).
Your engine sound system will start up and the Touch-screen Control Panel will appear.
Note!
Note!
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LEGACY Control System operations
The LEGACY CAB-2 Remote Controller
Main Display
Displays real-time information about your railroad
system. Displays real-time feedback of operation.
Scroll Button
Navigates through the 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 effecting the engine or train.
Train Link Button
For future use.
AUX-1/Thru Button
Press to view the Control Panel
while operating. Controls switch
direction.
AUX-2/Out Button
Controls switch direction.
Emergency Halt Button
Stops everything on
layout, also stops
recording 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.
Info Button
Used to enter/view the info/options of
selected components.
CTC Button
Turns the Remote Control 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.
Soft Keys
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
Warning Bell and Variable Whistle/
Horn control. Pull down to sound
Whistle/Horn. Push up and release
to trigger Warning Bell.
Official R.R. Speed Control Bar
Toggles the touchscreen display of R.R.
preset speeds and control panel.
Multi Controller
Boost, Brake, and Direction control.
Rock forward for Boost, rock
backward for engine brake, and
press down for direction change.
Click-hold-and rock for absolute
direction select.
Front & Rear Coupler Buttons
Fire couplers.
Feedback Buttons
Toggle ON/OFF the vibration feedback
feature in the CAB-2 Remote.
Low, Medium, High Momentum Buttons
Used to select the desired momentum of
your addressed engine/train/accessory.
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LEGACY Control System operations
THE WARNING SOUND CONTROLLER
Warning sounds are an important part of Lionel Railroading. Your Lionel Legacy Control System equipped engines have a real-time variable "quilling" whistle and horn, while
Lionel TMCC engines do not have this feature.
11. Blow the Horn/Whistle by pulling down on the Warning Sound Controller.
12. Try pulling down the Warning Sound Controller various amounts and listen. Notice the
difference in intensity of the Whistle or Horn.
13. Push the Warning Sound Controller up once and quickly release. Notice that the bell rings
once.
14. Push the Warning Sound Controller up and hold it for 1.5 seconds. Notice that the Bell is
sounding continuously.
15. Push the Warning Sound Controller up once. Notice that the continuous Bell stops.
16. Experiment with ringing the Bell in your own rhythm or continuously, depending on how
you push the Warning Sound Controller
See reference numbers 11, and 12 See reference numbers 13, 14, 15, and 16
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LEGACY Control System operations
GROUND LIGHT CONTROL
Your non-powered locomotive is equipped with functional Ground Lights. There is one Ground Light
located on each side of the frame, near the center of the
front truck. Prototypically, it is difficult to determine
when a diesel locomotive is moving at very slow speeds
in extreme low light, or darkness. When operating the
locomotive under these conditions, the Ground Lights
provide the engineer and fireman with a visual reference
to the ground and allow them to more accurately judge
the motion of the locomotive.
AUTO MODE is the default operation of the Ground Lights. In AUTO MODE, the Ground
Lights are ON when the locomotive is stopped and they remain ON when the locomotive is
in motion through speed step 24. At speed step 25 and above, the Ground Lights are OFF.
When the locomotive slows to speed step 24, the Ground Lights will turn ON. In the Legacy
environment, you may activate the Ground Lights when the locomotive is in motion at speed
step 25 and above using the icon shown below to turn the Ground Lights ON. When the
locomotive comes to a stop by either throttling down or by pressing the DIRECTION button,
the Ground Lights will default to AUTO MODE. You may also set the Ground Lights so that
they will remain OFF when the locomotive is stopped or in motion by using the icon shown
below to turn the Ground Lights OFF. When the Ground lights are set to OFF, The AUTO
MODE is de-activated.
For optimal effect of the functional Ground Lights, operate your locomotive in low
light conditions.
Ground Light ON Ground Light OFF
Note!
FRONT
Ground
light
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Non-Powered Locomotive switch function overview
Switch overview
Carefully lift up and remove the rear radiator vent to access the switches.
Command Reverse Unit Switch
Used to assign an ID# and reprogram the locomotive in LEGACY and Command operation when the
switch is in the “PGM” position. See pages 15, 16, and 17.
Smoke Unit Switch
Used to turn the smoke unit function “on” and “off”. See pages 12 and 29.
LEGACY RailSounds Sound System Switch
Used to select RailSounds (RS) or SignalSounds (SS). In the RailSounds position, all sounds are
provided. In the SignalSounds position, only the Horn and Bell are heard. See page 23.
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Figure 1. Switch locations
Note!
Smoke unit
switch
Command reverse
unit switch
LEGACY RailSounds
sound system
switch
REAR
Rear Radiator Vent
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TrainMaster Command Control operations
TrainMaster Command Control operations
In addition to your transformer, to operate your non-powered locomotive in the Command Control environment, you need a Command Base (available separately, 6-12911) and a
CAB-1 Remote Controller (available separately, 6-12868).
Your commands are sent by the CAB-1 Remote Controller to the Command Base, which
then translates the command into digital code. That code is sent through the outside rails
to your non-powered locomotive, which will not respond until it recognizes its unique ID#.
TrainMaster Command Control gives you the power to operate multiple Command-equipped
locomotives on the same track at the same time.
Ground lights
Your non-powered locomotive is equipped with functional Ground Lights. There is one Ground Light
located on each side of the frame, near the center of the
front truck. Prototypically, it is difficult to determine
when a diesel locomotive is moving at very slow speeds
in extreme low light, or darkness. When operating the
locomotive under these conditions, the Ground Lights
provide the engineer and fireman with a visual reference
to the ground and allow them to more accurately judge
the motion of the locomotive.
The Ground Lights function automatically and are not user controlled. With the
Momentum set to “L”, the Ground Lights are ON when the locomotive is stopped and they
remain ON when the locomotive is in motion through speed step 4. At speed step 5 and above,
the Ground Lights are OFF. When the locomotive slows to speed step 4, the Ground Lights will
turn ON.
With the Momentum set to “M” or “H”, the Ground Lights are ON when the locomotive
is stopped and they remain ON when the locomotive is in motion through speed step 12. At
speed step 13 and above, the Ground Lights are OFF. When the locomotive slows to speed step
12, the Ground Lights will turn ON.
For optimal effect of the functional Ground Lights, operate your non-powered
locomotive in low light conditions.
Note!
FRONT
Ground
light
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TrainMaster Command Control operations
Operating your non-powered locomotive in the Command Control
environment
Couple your non-powered locomotive to a powered locomotive for operation in the
Command Control environment.
1. Turnofftrackpowerandplug-intheCommandBase.Be sure that the Command Base
is connected to the outside rail or to the Common/Ground/U terminal on your track power supply.
2. Placeyournon-poweredlocomotiveonLionelorLionel-compatibleO-36
orlargertrack.
3. Increasetrackvoltagetofullpower(nomorethan19voltsAC).On PowerMasters,
slide the CMD/CONV switch to CMD. Program Track Power Controllers to Command Control
operation.
Power your non-powered locomotive with an alternating-current (AC) transformer
only. Powering your locomotive with a direct-current (DC) transformer, or in excess of
19 volts AC, may result in damage to sensitive electronic components.
4. PressENGandentertheID#toaddressyourlocomotivewithyourCAB-1
RemoteController.All Lionel locomotives come factory-programmed as ID# 1. To change the
ID#, see page 15.
5. Throttleupandmove‘emout!Your non-powered locomotive will respond to every
command from your CAB-1 Remote Controller.
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Caution!
Note!
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TrainMaster Command Control operations
CAB-1 Remote Controller commands
The CAB-1 Remote Controller commands are detailed below. The corresponding RailSounds sound system effects are in bold italic type.
Releases the front coupler.
Coupler release sound.
Releases the rear coupler.
Coupler release sound.
Activates the numeric keypad.
Air release sound.
Toggles all directional lighting on and off.
Toggles the interior cab light on
and off when the locomotive is
either stopped or in motion.
Shuts down all PowerMasters on your railroad.
Stops all TrainMaster Command Control-
equipped locomotives in operation. Use HALT
only in emergency situations.
Activates the locomotive’s horn. Release the
button to discontinue the sound. Multihorn
diesel horn sound.
Toggles the bell sound on and off. Mechanical
bell sound.
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TrainMaster Command Control operations
CAB-1 Remote Controller numeric keypad commands
When you press the AUX1 button on your CAB-1 Remote Controller, you turn the numeric keypad into ten command
buttons. These commands are specific to your locomotive, and an
overlay is included to help you learn these functions. After you press
the AUX1 button, you will be able to press any numbered button until
you address a different Command Control equipped product. The
corresponding LEGACY RailSounds sound system effects
are in bold italic type.
Stops and resets the locomotive. Resets the locomotive’s direction to
forward. Horn blows. RPM sounds return to automatic.
Raises the volume of the LEGACY RailSounds sound system background sounds, such as RPM
sounds and let-off sounds. The horn, bell and dialog are unaffected. The default is full volume.
The volume setting is retained when track power is turned off. Sound volume increases.
Engineer begins radio dialog, dispatcher replies (see page 27). CrewTalk
communication.
Enters manual RPM mode and increases the RailSounds sound system RPM level (see
page 14). If the LEGACY RailSounds sound system is shut down (see 5key below), AUX1, 3
activates a full LEGACY RailSounds sound system start-up while the locomotive is stopped after
pressing AUX1, 5with track power on.
Lowers the volume of the LEGACY RailSounds sound system background sounds, such as RPM
sounds and let-off sounds. The horn, bell, and dialog are unaffected. The volume setting is
retained when track power is turned off. Sound volume decreases.
Activates the LEGACY RailSounds sound system shutdown sequence when stopped. Note that in
the shutdown sequence, the smoke unit does not turn off if it was already on. To turn off the
smoke unit, press AUX1, 8or use the smoke unit SMK/NO SMK switch.
Enters manual RPM mode and lowers the LEGACY RailSounds diesel motor RPM level (see
page 14).
Dispatcher begins radio dialog, engineer replies (see page 27). TowerCom
announcement.
Turns off the smoke unit. Air release sound.
Turns on the smoke unit if the smoke unit switch is in the SMK position. Be sure to add smoke
fluid before turning on the smoke unit to prevent damage to your locomotive. Steam
generator blow-off sound.
AUX1,8and9 function only if the locomotive’s smoke unit switch is in the SMK
position. Sounds will be active in both switch positions.
Note!
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CAB-1 numeric keypad table
The 3, 5, and 6keys on your CAB-1 can perform several different functions when controlling your non-powered locomotive. These functions include:
• Startingupandshuttingdowntheenginesounds.
• ControllingtheengineRPMsoundsmanually("ManualRPMMode").
The following table summarizes the functions of these CAB-1 Remote Controller buttons
for your locomotive.
Key Command LEGACY RailSounds sound system
3 If the LEGACY RailSounds sound system is shut down, engine sounds start up.
If the LEGACY RailSounds sound system is running, engine enters manual RPM
mode and revs up RPM one level with each press.
AUX1, 3 (same as above)
5 If locomotive is stopped, engineer announces "shut down," engine sounds turn
off. If the locomotive is moving, the dispatcher instructs, “Go to restricted speed.”
AUX1, 5 (same as above)
6 If the locomotive is moving, engine enters manual RPM mode and revs
down RPM one level with each press.
AUX1, 6 (same as above)
TrainMaster Command Control operations
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TrainMaster Command Control operations
Tuning your non-powered locomotive’s performance
TrainMaster Command Control allows you to fine-tune the performance of your non-powered locomotive. Use your CAB-1 Remote Controller to make these adjustments. See page 12.
These settings will be lost if you assign a new ID#.
RPM RUN LEVEL
Your locomotive has eight levels of RPM sounds, corresponding to the eight run levels in a real
diesel locomotive. The three ways in which you can control your locomotive's RPM sounds are
discussed below.
Automatic RPM Mode
In Automatic RPM Mode, your locomotive's RPM run level is controlled by movements of the
throttle on your CAB-1 Remote Controller. A small clockwise motion of the throttle knob will cause
the RPM sounds to ramp up one run level, while a small counter-clockwise motion of the throttle
knob will cause the RPM sounds to ramp down one run level.
While the locomotive is ramping between run levels, it will ignore additional throttle movements.
Once the RPMs have finished ramping to the next run level, additional throttle motions will again
trigger another RPM ramp. This feature will allow you to "fine-tune" your RPM run level, regardless
of the locomotive's speed, using only the throttle knob. This mode is the default setting for your
locomotive on power up.
Manual RPM Mode
In Manual RPM Mode, you can set your locomotive's RPM run level to a constant value by
pressing the AUX1, 3or AUX1, 6key sequences on your CAB-1 Remote Controller. When your
locomotive is in this mode, its RPM run level will not vary with throttle movements or with the speed
of the locomotive.
To enter Manual RPM Mode, press the AUX1, 3key sequence while the locomotive is stopped, or
press either the AUX1, 3or AUX1, 6key sequence while the locomotive is moving. Pressing AUX1,
3will cause your locomotive to enter Manual RPM Mode and ramp up one RPM run level; pressing
AUX1, 6will cause your locomotive to enter Manual RPM Mode and ramp down one RPM run level.
You may then press the 3or 6key additional times to ramp your locomotive's RPMs through all the
run levels. Once you set your locomotive's RPM run level it will remain there until you change it with
the 3or 6keys, or until you exit Manual RPM Mode.
You may cause your locomotive to exit Manual RPM Mode in several ways: reset the locomotive
with AUX1, 0key sequence; enter the shutdown sequence with the AUX1, 5key sequence; or turn off
the track power and allow the locomotive to reset.
Speed RPM Mode
In Speed RPM Mode, your locomotive's RPM run level is controlled only by the actual speed of the
locomotive.
Note!
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Assigning your non-powered locomotive a new ID#
As your roster of TrainMaster Command Control-equipped locomotives grows, you will want to give each unit a unique ID#. The locomotive will respond to commands
associated with its ID# while all other units will disregard these commands.
To restore your non-powered locomotive’s functions, see page 17.
1. Slide the Command reverse unit switch on your locomotive to the PGM position.
2. Place the non-powered locomotive on the track.
3. Connect the Command Base and plug it in.
4. Power up the track.
5. Press ENG.
6. Enter the unique ID#. Choose any number from 1 to 99 that has not been assigned to
another locomotive (ENG). We recommend using a part of your locomotive’s cab number.
7. Press SET. The locomotive’s horn will sound if the RailSounds sound system is on and the
headlights will flash.
8. Slide the Command reverse unit switch back to the RUN position.
The locomotive’s ID# has been set. Be sure to record the new ID# for your reference.
Note!
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TrainMaster Command Control operations
Tuning your non-powered locomotive’s performance (continued)
Speed RPM Mode (continued)
To enter Speed RPM Mode, press the AUX1, BRAKE key sequence while the non-powered
locomotive is stopped. A distinctive "clunk" sound will be heard. Once your non-powered locomotive
is in Speed RPM Mode, the RPMs will ramp up and down through its eight run levels depending on
how fast the locomotive is moving on the track. (Note that this is how your non-powered locomotive's
RPMs are controlled when it is running in Conventional Mode.)
To exit Speed RPM mode, reset the locomotive with AUX1, 0key sequence or turn off the track
power and allow the locomotive to reset.
SOUND LEVEL
Press AUX1,1or 4on your CAB-1 Remote Controller to raise and lower the volume of the
background locomotive sounds, such as RPMs and air release or let-offs. The horn, bell and
dialog will be unaffected. Note that this setting is preserved through power down and system reset.
Remember that the sounds will be silent when you power up your non-powered locomotive if the
sounds were turned down previously. To set the maximum volume of both the background and
foreground sounds, we recommend that you adjust your non-powered locomotive’s volume control
knob (see Figure 3 on page 22 for the location).
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TrainMaster Command Control operations
Building a lash-up
TrainMaster Command Control allows you to couple your Command Control-equipped locomotives together, forming a multiple unit lash-up. Just like with the real railroads, lash-ups
allow you to pull longer trains and climb steeper grades. You will find that the lighting operates
prototypically—the lead unit’s headlight is illuminated when the train is in forward, and the rear
unit’s headlight is illuminated when the train is in reverse. For more information, refer to your
TrainMaster Command Control manual.
To build a lash-up, assign a unique engine (ENG) ID# to each unit. Arrange the units on the
track and couple them together. The Command reverse unit switch must be set to RUN. See Figure 1
on page 8.
If you press a wrong button, start over with that particular unit. The assignment isn’t
saved until you press SET.
Start with the lead (front) unit
1. Press TR and enter your lash-up ID# (1-9) on your CAB-1 Remote Controller. No other lash-up
or track should share this ID#.
2. Enter the unique ID# of the lead unit.
3. Press F.
4. Press SET on the CAB-1 Remote Controller.
Add the middle units, one at a time
1. Press TR and enter the lash-up ID# (1-9) on your CAB-1 Remote Controller.
2. Enter the unique ID# of the middle unit.
3. Press the DIRECTION button if the unit is facing rearward.
4. Press SET on the CAB-1 Remote Controller.
5. Repeat these steps for any additional middle units.
Complete the lash-up by adding the rear unit
1. Press TR and enter the lash-up ID# (1-9) on your CAB-1 Remote Controller.
2. Enter the unique ID# of the rear unit.
3. Press R.
4. Press the DIRECTION button if the unit is facing rearward.
5. Press SET on the CAB-1 Remote Controller.
You are now ready to operate your locomotive as a lash-up. Simply press TR and enter the
lash-up ID#, then use your CAB-1 Remote Controller to operate your locomotives. To operate an
individual unit within the lash-up, press ENG and enter the ID# for that particular unit.
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Note!
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TrainMaster Command Control operations
Reprogramming your non-powered locomotive to restore features
If your non-powered locomotive is unresponsive to your commands in the TrainMaster Command Control environment, we recommend that you follow this procedure to reset your
locomotive.
1. Slide the Command reverse unit switch to the PGM position.
2. Plug in and connect your Command Base.
3. Place your non-powered locomotive on the track, then power up the track.
4. Press ENG and enter the locomotive’s ID#.
5. Press SET.
6. Press ENG and enter the locomotive’s ID# again.
7. Press AUX1.
8. Enter 2for this particular locomotive.
9. Turn off track power and wait ten seconds.
10. Slide the Command reverse unit switch back to the RUN position.
At this point, your non-powered locomotive has been reset. Restore power to the track and
operate the locomotive as usual. Be sure to use the ID# entered in Step 4.
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Conventional transformer operations
Ground lights
Your non-powered locomotive is equipped with functional Ground Lights. There is one Ground Light located on
each side of the frame, near the center of the front truck.
Prototypically, it is difficult to determine when a diesel
locomotive is moving at very slow speeds in extreme low
light, or darkness. When operating the locomotive under
these conditions, the Ground Lights provide the engineer and
fireman with a visual reference to the ground and allow them
to more accurately judge the motion of the locomotive.
The Ground Lights function automatically and are not user controlled. In Conventional
transformer operation, the Ground Lights are ON when the locomotive is stopped and they remain
ON as the locomotive starts to move. As the locomotive gains speed, the Ground Lights will turn
OFF. As the speed of the locomotive slows, the Ground Lights will turn ON.
For optimal effect of the functional Ground Lights, operate your locomotive in low light
conditions.
Operating your non-powered locomotive in the conventional
environment
Your non-powered locomotive is capable of operating in the conventional environment with nothing more than a standard Lionel alternating-current (AC) transformer.
Use the HORN and BELL buttons on your transformer to activate these features. If your
transformer is not equipped with these controls, separate buttons are available (610-5906-001).
Please refer to page 24 of this manual.
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Note!
FRONT
Ground
light
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Conventional transformer operations
Operating your non-powered locomotive in the conventional
environment (continued)
Couple your non-powered locomotive to a powered locomotive for operation in
conventional environment.
1. Placeyournon-poweredlocomotiveonLionelorLionel-compatibleO-36
orlargertrack.
2. Poweryournon-poweredlocomotiveat12-18voltswithyouralternating
current(AC)transformer.
Power your non-powered locomotive with an alternating-current (AC)
transformer only. Powering your locomotive with a direct-current (DC)
transformer, or in excess of 19 volts AC, may result in damage to sensitive
electronic components. 60 HZ AC is required. Do not power with 50 HZ AC.
3. Waitthreetoeightsecondsasyourlocomotivedetermineswhetherit
isinaconventionalenvironmentoraTrainMasterCommandControl
environment.
When the non-powered locomotive has determined that a TrainMaster Command Base
is not connected to the track, the non-powered locomotive’s headlight will illuminate
and the LEGACY RailSounds sound system will start. You are ready for operation in the
conventional environment.
4. Move‘emout!
Press the DIRECTION button on your transformer to sequence your locomotive through
the repeating pattern of operations: forward, neutral, reverse, neutral, and so on. You may
also briefly turn off track power to advance the locomotive to the next operating state.
Adjust the throttle until your locomotive moves at your desired speed.
When placing your locomotive on your layout for the first time, it will start out in
neutral. Thereafter, it will start in forward after every power interruption lasting five
seconds or longer.
WerecommendthatyouoperateyourpoweredLEGACYdiesellocomotivewith
TheOdysseyIISpeedControlSystemturnedon. You may choose to operate your
locomotive without speed control by placing the Odyssey II Speed Control System switch to the
“NO ODY” position. See Figure 1 on page 8.
Use the HORN and BELL buttons on your transformer to activate those features. Refer to
page 24 if your transformer is not equipped with those buttons. Adjust the volume using the
volume control knob located under the rear radiator vent. Refer to Figure 3 on page 22.
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Note!
Caution!
Note!
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Conventional transformer operations
Uncoupling your non-powered locomotive in the conventional
environment
Your non-powered locomotive features two ElectroCouplers that are released by remote control at any point around your layout in the TrainMaster Command Control environment.
In the conventional environment, the ElectroCouplers will not open manually or by using a
Remote-Control Track section. To couple your locomotive in the conventional environment, you
must rely on a piece of rolling stock equipped with a magnetic coupler. Simply release the magnetic
coupler and couple the rolling stock to the locomotive, even if the ElectroCoupler is closed.
Keep in mind that you may still make use of Lionel Remote-Control Track sections (6-65530
for O gauge; 6-12746 and 6-65149 for O-27 gauge; and 6-12020 and 6-12054 for FasTrack layouts)
with the magnetic couplers on the rolling stock. Place the trigger disc on the magnetic coupler over
the central coil on the Remote-Control Track section, then press UNCOUPLE on the track section’s
controller. As illustrated in Figure 2, the magnetic field pulls the disc downward, releasing the coupler.
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Figure 2. Magnetic coupler operation
Remote-Control
Track Section
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