Lionel C-420 User manual

Lionel C-420
Diesel Locomotive
Owner’s Manual
Instructions Included to Upgrade
your C-420 with These available Kits,
Railsounds: part No. 6- 22964
Command Control: part No. 6-22960
Electrocouplers: part No. 6-14018
71-8590-250
Rev. 3.1
5/00
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Table of contents
Transformer operations
Running your C-420 with a Lionel transformer 3
Using your C-420’s magnetic coupler 3
Experiencing the range of your C-420’s Signalsounds 4
Your C-420’s 104E reverse units operation 4
Installing the Lionel no. 610-5906-001 sound activation button 6
Maintaining and servicing your C-420
Lubricating your C-420 7
Adding fluid to your Locomotive’s smoke generator 8
Replacing your C-420’s L.E.D. 9
Upgrades to your C-420
Available Railsounds & Command Control Upgrade 10
Railsounds upgrade 11
Your C-420’s Railsounds™system—the basics 12
Notes on Railsounds™12
Experiencing the range of your C-420’s Railsounds™system 13
CommandControl upgrade 14
Coil Coupler upgrade 15
TrainMaster®Command operations
The Command™control environment 17
Running your C-420 in the TrainMaster®Command environment 18
CAB-1 commands for your C-420 18
CAB-1 numeric keypad commands for your C-420 19
Tuning your C-420’s performance 20
Assigning your C-420 a new ID# 21
Reprogramming R2LC circuit boards to restore or change features 22
Notes 23
Lionel Service 24
• Two powerful flywheel equipped can
motors
• Lionel electronic reversing unit
• SignalSounds horn and bell
• Tire-Traction
• Die-cast magnetic couplers
• Illuminated headlights/rear light/
interior light/ditch light
• Upgrade Ready
• Diesel smoke generator
You purchased a tough, durable loco- motive—the C-420 diesel locomotive
built by Lionel. From the crisp detail and
expert decoration on the outside to the brute
power under the hood, the Lionel C-420 is
ready for duty on your model railroad.
Experience the superiority of today’s Lionel.
Your C-420 is also upgradable to include the
latest Command Control and Railsounds
features
Congratulations!

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Your Lionel C-420 is equipped with a front
and rear operating
magnetic knuckle coupler.
Lionel magnetic couplers
react to the magnetic field
generated by a Lionel
remote-control track sec-
tion (available separately).
Place your locomotive’s
coupler trigger disc over the central coil of a
remote-control track section and press
UNCOUPLE on the controller. The magnetic
field pulls the disc downward, and the
knuckle opens.
One operating tech-
nique favored by Lionel
railroaders is the “mov-
ing uncouple.” Press the
UNCOUPLE button as the
C-420 passes over a
remote-control section.
The magnetic field will
open the coupler; the
consist remains behind as the locomotive
moves on. But be careful—the speed of a
newly uncoupled and moving locomotive can
increase dramatically.
Position your C-420’s trigger disc over
the remote-control section, then press
“uncouple.” The coupler opens.
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3Move ‘em out!
• Get your C-420 moving. Press the DIR button on your CAB-1 remote or
Lionel transformer. This sequences the Lionel 104 E reverse unit to the next oper-
ating state. The 104 E unit alternates between three states: forward, neutral, and
reverse.
• Adjust track voltage until your C-420 moves at your desired speed. To
increase speed, increase track voltage. To decrease speed, reduce voltage. To stop
the locomotive, cut track power.
• See table on page 5 for information on locking your C-420 in a
single operating state
Place your C-420 locomotives on Lionel or Lionel-
compatible O gauge track.
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2Power up your C-420s with your transformer.
• Your C-420 is designed to operate on 10-16 volts alternating cur-
rent. Virtually all Lionel and Lionel-compatible alternating-current transform-
ers are suitable.
• Do not power your C-420 with direct current (DC). Damage to sensitive
electronic components may occur.
• When you first power up your track, your C-420’s headlights will illu-
minate. At this point, the locomotive is in neutral. This occurs when placing the
C-420 on your railroad for the first time. When your train is first powered up, the
default state will be neutral and the default direction is forward. This means
whenever you power up your engine the engine will remain in neutral, and
when the power is removed and again applied, the train will move forward. This
condition holds true if the engine is being powered up for the first time or if the
engine has been powered down longer than five seconds.
Note!
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Running your Lionel C-420s with a Lionel transformer
Using your C420 Diesel’s magnetic coupler
Transformer operations

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With SignalSounds, you experience the sounds of real railroading like never
before. Simply put, it delivers realistic, and
authentic sounds to your model railroad. To
adjust the volume of signalsounds see page
7 for location of adjustment knob.
• Diesel Horn. Press horn to produce an
authentic diesel horn blast.
• Mechanical bell. Press BELL on your
CAB-1 or transformer to begin the effect;
again to discontinue.
Experiencing the range of your C-420’s SignalSounds system
Your C-420’s 104 E Reverse unit
The New E-Series Reversing Unit controls
the direction of the engine. When the revers-
ing unit senses an interruption in track
power, it will cycle into the next direction in
the sequence. The sequence is neutral, for-
ward, neutral, reverse.... Track power inter-
ruptions are created using the direction
control on your transformer or Cab-1, or by
turning the throttle to zero.
When power is first applied (or after a 5
second power interruption), the engine will
power up in neutral, always before forward.
A single press of the direction button will set
your engine in forward motion. This will
help eliminate unexpected start ups, derail-
ments, and crashes. Listed in the table on
the next page is the direction sequence pat-
tern that your 104 E unit will follow under
the given conditions.
As always, a lockout switch is included to
deactivate the 104 E’s sequencing function.
(for switch location see illustration on the
next page) A new feature is that now you
will have a neutral available even when the
reversing unit is “off”. In addition, you no
longer have to slow the engine by hand to
turn off the reversing unit while the train is
moving. Simply stop the engine, and throw
the switch. The 104 E unit will be locked
into its last moving direction, plus neu-
tral. Even simpler, just put the switch in the
“PGM” position and keep power off for 5
seconds. When you start, you will be locked
in neutral/forward. If you want to lock your
engine in reverse for any length of time, it is
recommended that you reverse the power
connections (blue and yellow) on the top of
the motors. Otherwise, your “reverse” lock
will become a “forward” lock after any 5
second power off.
NOTE: Due to limitations of the electronic
components, it is hard to predict how each
engine will function when power is inter-
rupted between 2.5 seconds and 5 seconds.
Engines will function either as in case #1 or
case #2. This solely depends on the toler-
ances of the installed electronics and is not
affected or caused by your power supply.
Transformer operations

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Summary Table of Engine Directions
Condition Direction Change Cycle
Case #1: First power up or without power longer than 5 sec.
E unit off (switch in PGM position) N, F, N, F, etc.
E unit on (switch in RUN position) N, F, N, R, etc.
Case #2: Engine without power for less than 2.5 seconds
E unit off (switch in PGM position) N, Last-Dir, N, Last-Dir, etc.
E unit on (switch in RUN position) N, F, N, R, etc.
NOTE: With your 104 E reversing unit, positioning the switch in the PGM position locks
your engine into its last moving direction plus neutral. Positioning the switch in the RUN
position resumes normal sequencing operation.
Your C-420’s 104 E Reverse unit
SND
NO SND
RUN
PGM
SMK
NO SMK

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Transformer operations
Installing the Lionel no. 610-5906-001 sound activation button
To operate the bell and horn sounds when operating your C-420 with conventional
transformers, you’ll need to install the Lionel
no. 610-5906-001 sound activation button
(available separately). Connect the button(s)
as shown below.
ForAC transformers lacking a horn/whistle button (two no. 5906s required)
Lionel no. 610-5906-001
sound activation button for
activating the bell
Lionel no.
610-5906-001
sound activation
button
(for horn)
Lionel no. 610-5906-001
sound activation button (for bell)
Black wire
Red wire
Red wire attach to ground terminal
attach to power terminal
to your transformer
The no. 610-5906-001 sound activation button (available separately) works with
any Lionel AC transformer except no. 6-4690 Type MW. Transformers made by
other manufacturers may not be compatible with Railsounds.
Note!
attach to ground terminal
attach to power terminal
Red wire
to your transformer
Customer’s wire
Black wire
Note! All track power must feed through
“Sound Activation Button”
Do not bypass button
For AC transformers with a horn/whistle button

Help your Lionel C-420s lead a long and productive life on your railroad by
maintaining it properly.
We recommend you purchase a Lionel
Lubrication and Maintenance Kit (no. 6-
62927), available from your Lionel dealer.
Two basic rules to keep in mind: never over-
lubricate (a small amount will do), and
avoid getting grease or oil on the C-420’s
wheels or your track. You’ll know your C-
420 requires lubrication when visual inspec-
tion reveals dryness on the parts indicated in
the illustration. Remove accumulated dirt
and dust before lubricating, and always
lubricate any locomotive emerging from
prolonged storage.
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Lubricating your C-420s
Maintaining and servicing your C-420s
Body Mount
Screws
SND
NO SND
RUN
PGM
SMK
NO SMK
Body Mount Screws
Oil Bearings
(sparingly)
Grease Gears
(sparingly)
Oil
Bearings
(sparingly)
Grease
Gears
(sparingly)
Volume Control
Set Screw
Body Mount
Screws
Body Mount
Screws

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Adding fluid to your Locomotive’s smoke generator
Your Locomotive is equipped with a smoke generator that produces safe,
clean white smoke during operation.
The smoke generator requires the periodic
addition of Lionel smoke fluid in order to func-
tion. Pierce the tube end with a pin, then add
35-40 drops of fluid into the Locomotive’s
stack. See diagram for location of smoke gen-
erator duct. Smoke production will commence
momentarily, faster if you run your Locomotive
at speed. When smoke production wanes, add
more fluid (four to eight drops).
If you prefer to have a smoke free loco-
motive, there is a switch located on the bot-
tom of the engine under the cab marked
SMK/NO SMK (see page 7 for location).
Move the switch to NO SMK
and your locomotive will stop
smoking.
If you have installed the Command
Control upgrade you can use the feature
below to increase smoke production. Press
AUX1 and 9 (press for a maximum of 10 sec-
onds) to boost smoke generator. When the
smoke unit is on Always keep a small
amount of smoke fluid in the Locomotive’s
smoke generator; the generator’s element can
become damaged if operated without fluid.
Smoke production is greater at higher volt-
ages and when the Locomotive is pulling a
heavy load or long consist.
Add fluid here

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Note! If you have upgraded your powered locomotive to Command Control, make sure
the headlight was not turned off by pressing AUX2 before replacing L.E.D.
Replacing your C-420’s L.E.D.
Your C-420 is illuminated by two L.E.D. Circuit Boards. During the course of
normal operation, they may require replace-
ment.
Begin by removing the C-420’s shell; see
page 7 for screw location. After removing the
eight screws, carefully lift the shell. away
from the frame.
The rear L.E.D. assembly can be replaced
with Lionel Part No. 610-8587-019. The
front L.E.D. assembly can be replaced with
Lionel Part No. 610-8587-020.
We recommend that you have the L.E.D.
replacement done at a Lionel Service
Station. See Lionel Service section on page
24 for more information. Reinstall the shell.

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Available Railsounds and Command Control Upgrades
To experience the most from your C-420 several upgrade options are available,
including Railsounds, Command Control,
and Electrocouplers. With these you can
enjoy the full spectrum of digitally recorded
real diesel sounds and the ability to control
your locomotive from anywhere. As with all
upgrades you may choose to have this done
at an authorized Lionel Service Center for a
fee, or you can choose “do it yourself”.
Just follow these instructions we have
included and you’ll be ready to experience
the fun that is today’s Lionel
Be sure these are plugged in correctly, or RailSounds will not function. Damage
may occur if the engine is operated with these circuits in the wrong locations!
Note!
Railsounds
Power Board
Chip
Railsounds
Board
Signal Sounds Board
Heat Sink
Large Coil
Rear of Engine
Front of Engine

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Railsounds Upgrade
Installation is as follows: using kit 6- 22964, which includes two plug-in cir-
cuits. Remove the cab from the chassis as
shown on page 7. Unplug the Signal Sounds
circuit with the aluminum heat sink and set
it aside. (You will want to store this in the
static resistant packaging from the upgrade
kit). Plug the RailSounds sound card into
the slot marked “AUDIO”. (The sound card
can be identified by the large square
chips/receptacle on both sides). Plug the
power supply card into the slot marked
“POWER”(The power supply card has the
large coil).
Lastly, you may choose to install a 9-volt
alkaline battery in your C-420. This ensures
interruption free operation of Railsounds.
Connect the 9-volt alkaline battery to the
battery clip as shown below. If no other
upgrades are to be made, recab the engine
reversing the cab removal steps. Your engine
will now have RailSounds including horn
and bell which respond to your sound acti-
vation button, and engine sounds which
respond to the speed of the locomotive and
to track voltage. Other random realistic
sounds will occur, listen for these. For even
more sounds and command control of your
engine, install the command upgrade kit 6-
22960 (sold separately). The next section
includes detailed instructions for this
upgrade.

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Notes on Railsounds
• Turn the volume knob clockwise or
counter clockwise in the location shown on
page 7 to adjust sound output.
• Listen for incidental locomotive sounds
during Railsounds operation. They’re auto-
matic and, of course, authentic.
• The 9-volt alkaline battery you installed
ensures continuous C-420 diesel roar.
• Longer track-power interruptions (includ-
ing locomotive derailments) cause
Railsounds to shut down after about 7
seconds.
• For even more authentic Railsounds
effects, operate in the TrainMaster
Command environment.
Your C-420’s Railsounds system—the basics
Lionel Railsounds is the most realistic model railroad sound system in the
world. Your C-420 Railsounds upgrade fea-
tures digital samples for the ultimate in
realism.
When you first apply track power, the C-
420’s Railsounds system delivers an authen-
tic start-up sequence, followed by the sounds
of the locomotive at idle. As the C-420’s
speed increases, the RPMs move through
four levels of roar. Sounds return to idle
only after the locomotive has come to a
complete halt.
To silence the diesel roar (horn and bell
remain unaffected), slide the Railsounds
switch on the underside of the locomotive
to NO SND (see page 5), before powering
up the locomotive.
Although Railsounds is powered by track voltage, the battery is required for uninter-
rupted operation and shutdown sequences. Use only alkaline batteries.
Note!
Discontinue locomotive power for 10 seconds before changing the Railsounds
on/off switch position.
NOTE: See page 7 for location of volume control knob
Note!
If Railsounds “drops out” during track power interrupts (direction change),
replace the battery.
Note!

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With Railsounds, you experience the sounds of real railroading like never
before. Simply put, it’s the most sophisticat-
ed, authentic model railroad sound system
in the world.
• Four diesel-roar levels. Your C-
420’s speed determines the level of diesel
RPM roar—automatically, if you pre-
fer: idle, half throttle, three quarters or
full-speed output.
• MultiHorn™. A different horn sound
at different speeds—a Railsounds exclu-
sive.
•Mechanical bell. Press BELL on your
CAB-1 or transformer to begin the effect,
again to discontinue.
• Full control of RPMs. Prefer hands-
on control of diesel RPM roar? Want to
“ramp up” RPMs before pulling out, just
like real diesels do? It’s easy with
Railsounds. Place your C-420 in neutral
and increase track voltage to maximum.
RPMs will continue to increase as long
as the C-420 remains in neutral, eventu-
ally reaching their highest level.
Now, decrease track voltage to the
desired speed level, press DIR on your
CAB-1 remote or transformer, and head
out, your C-420 at full churn, just like
the real thing. RPMs will remain at
that level until the locomotive has
come to a complete halt. Experiment
with controllable RPMs—it’s a blast!
• Reverse unit reset sound. Power
down your track, wait for 3-5 seconds,
and listen for the air-release sound—
that’s the C-420 telling you its Lionel
Command reverse unit has just reset to
forward operation.
• Shutdown sequence. No other model
railroad sound system shuts down like
Railsounds. Turn off track power, and
after the air-release reset sound, you
have two seconds to restart your C-420.
If you’re done with operations,
Railsounds will commence with a realis-
tic diesel shutdown sequence about two
seconds after the air-release reset occurs.
Experiencing the range of your C-420’s Railsounds system

This upgrade is made using kit 6-22960, which includes a radio circuit and an
antenna. Remove the cab from the chassis as
shown on page 7. First, unplug the 104E unit
circuit board and set it aside. This circuit
board is mounted closest to the smoke unit.
Pull straight back from its mounting pins to
remove it. Next plug in the circuit board
(R2LC) into the slot marked “Radio”. (same
slot as the 104E unit used)
Note: The antenna is not needed. One has
been provided with your locomotive
Command Control Upgrade
104 E Unit
Command
Control Board
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Rear of Engine
Front of Engine

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This upgrade is made using kit 6-14018 .
To remove the shell, unscrew the body
mount screws in the location shown on page
7. Carefully remove the shell from the frame.
Next, you must remove the truck frame. Start
by removing the two truck mounting screws
(see the illustration below for locations). Be
careful when pulling the truck frame away
from the frame/motor mount bracket. There
are several bearings and an axle assembly that
could fall out if you are not careful. To ensure
the least amount of problems when removing
the truck frame, make sure to have the bottom
of the motor truck facing down. Carefully pull
straight up.
Next, remove the old magnetic coupler by
compressing the washer and spring under the
retaining clip, then remove the clip.
Carefully release pressure on the washer and
spring to avoid launching the parts through
the air. We recommend the use of eye protec-
tion, during this procedure. The retaining
post will then drop down and you can remove
the old couplers armature. Pull the old cou-
pler through the pilot and you’re ready to
install your Lionel Electrocoupler (repeat
this procedure for the other truck on your C-
420.
Install the new Electrocoupler by sliding
the Electrocoupler and its two wire leads
through the pilot and under the mounting
boss. Push the retaining clip post up and
install a washer then the spring and another
washer. Compress the washer and spring,
then insert the retaining clip. Be careful
when doing this so the parts do not become
airborne, causing possible eye injury. You are
now ready to install the wiring (repeat this
procedure for the other truck on your C-420).
Route the coupler leads through the frame
following the same path taken by the truck
pickup wires. Once the wires are routed,
install the coil coupler leads into the white 2
pin connector included with your upgrade
kit. See illustration below for correct installa-
tion. Plug the connector into the main cir-
cuit board at the location shown on page 14.
Finally, make sure the wires are clear of the
motor and the truck guides. Neatly bundle
them using twist ties for added protection.
Repeat this process for the other coupler,
then reinstall the cab.
Coil Couplers Upgrade
Bottom ofTruck Top ofTruck
Remove this
screw
Truck
Motor
Remove this
screw Housing on
Front Motor
Remove this screw
Pilot
Route wires for couplers
through here

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J3
J3
J8
J8
Rear
Front
Coil Couplers Upgrade
Install new
coupler
Remove old
coupler
Bottom view ofTruck
Magnified view of coupler

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TrainMaster Command operations
The Command control environment
Lionel TrainMaster Command is the advanced model railroad control system
from Lionel. Your upgraded C-420 is
equipped with a Liontech Command reverse
unit.
TrainMaster Command gives you the
power to operate multiple Command-
equipped locomotives on the same track, at
the same time.
TO OPERATE IN COMMAND, YOU NEED A
COMMAND BASE AND A CAB-1 REMOTE.
Find them both at your authorized Lionel
retailer.
Place your C-420 on Lionel or
Lionel-compatible O gauge track.
• Make sure track power is OFF before placing on the track.
• Make sure your Lionel Command Base is ON and its communica-
tions wire is connected to the COMMON post on your Lionel transformer or
the U on any of your installed PowerMasters.
• Once positioned on the track, increase track voltage to FULL (on
PowerMaster, slide the CMD/CONV switch to CMD).
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2Address your C-420 using CAB-1.
• Press ENG and 1 on the numeric keypad of your CAB-1 remote. This
command is sent by CAB-1 to the Command Base, which then translates
your command into digital code. That code is sent around your railroad’s
outside rails in the form of a digital “halo.” All Command-equipped
Lionels listen to this digital communication, but they do not respond until
they hear their individual ID number—in this case, “1.”
• The digital language of TrainMaster Command—and not track
power—controls the actions of Command-equipped Lionels.
Track power is simply like gasoline in the tank of your car—it gives you
the power to go places, but it doesn’t tell you where to go or how fast to get
there.
• All Command upgrades come factory-programmed with an
ID# of “1.” To change the ID# of your C-420, see page 21.
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3Move ‘em out!
• Throttle up or press any command button on CAB-1. Your C-420 will
respond to your every command. Read on.
1
1

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Running your C-420 in the TrainMaster Command environment
Press AUX2 to turn
your C-420’s head-
light on and off.
Activates keypad.
Press HALT to shut down
all Power-Master electri-
cal output on your rail-
road. Stops all
Command-equipped
Lionels in operation.
Turn the THROTTLE
to the right to
accelerate, left to
decelerate.
Your Command-upgraded C-420 comes factory-programmed
with an ID# of “1.” To get your C-
420 in action, set PowerMasters to
CMD or set all power supplies on
full. Press ENG and “1” on CAB-1.
Turn the throttle or press any com-
mand button; your C-420 is ready
for Command operations.
address Locomotive #1
PowerMasters set to CMD or traditional
power supplies ON FULL
Press ENG
Press 1 (the ID#)
Throttle up/press any command button
Example
CAB-1 commands for your C-420
Press WSTL/HRN to activate
the C-420 horn. release it to
discontinue. MultiHorn
diesel horn sound.
Press DIR—the locomotive
decelerates to a complete
stop; turn the throttle up,
and the locomotive will
accelerate in the new, oppo-
site direction. THERE IS NO
NEUTRAL STATE. Diesel air-
release sound.
Press BELL once to activate
the bell, again to discontin-
ue. Diesel mechanical
bell sound.
Press and hold BOOST for
extra power. Release BOOST
and return to the C-420’s
previous speed.
Press and hold BRAKE to
slow down or stop. Release
BRAKE and return to the
previous speed. Squealing
brake sounds.
Front coupler releases.
Coupler release
sounds.
Sounds other than Horn and Bell only if Railsounds upgrade installed
Coupler will operate only if coil coupler upgrade is installed
Note!
Rear coupler releases.
Coupler release
sounds.
AUX 2
AUX 1

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When you press AUX1 on CAB-1, you turn the
numeric keypad into 10 com-
mand buttons. The keypad lets
you control extra command fea-
tures (until you press any top-
row button like SW, ACC, RTE,
TR, or ENG).Railsounds
sounds in bold italic.
(Upgrade required for
these).
CAB-1 numeric keypad commands for your C-420
TrainMaster Command operations
0Stops and resets the C-420’s. Resets the C-420’s direction to FORWARD.
Resets Railsounds to automatic RPM
operation. Horn blows. RPMs
return to automatic.
1Raises the volume of Railsounds. Sound volume increases.
2CrewTalk™ is the .sound of inaudible walkie-talkie communication.
3Raises Railsounds RPM level. Starts up Railsounds. RPMs
increase. Startup sequence
commences.
4Lowers the volume of Railsounds. Sound volume decreases.
5Activates the Railsounds shutdown sequence. Just like the real thing, your
C-420’s RPMs must be at idle for
shutdown to occur. Press 6 repeatedly
to lower RPMs until they won’t descend
further. Your locomotive is now at idle.
Press 5 to initiate the shutdown
sequence, following Crewtalk sound.
Crewtalk sounds, Diesel shut-
down commences. Remember, the
horn, bell, and RPMs will not sound
until you restart Railsounds.
6Lowers Railsounds RPM level. RPMs decrease.
7TowerCom™ is an audible announce- ment that includes that engine’s road
number and/or name. There is a Four
second delay in this function.
8Smoke off Crewtalk sounds
9Turns on the smoke generator. Press and hold 9 (10 seconds maximum) to
initiate Smoke Boost™ — it super-
heats the smoke generator and
enhances smoke output when you start
running your steam locomotive. See
notes on filling or turning off the
smoke generator on page 8.
Crewtalk sounds
DIESEL ENGINE
RESET
VOLUME
SMOKE
RPM S
SHUT
CREW
TALK
TOWER
COM
DOWN
OFF ON
➠
➠
➠
➠
START-UP
AUX1
AUX1-9 only works if the smoke unit switch is in the on position.
Note!

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Tuning your C-420’s performance
MOMENTUM
TrainMaster Command’s momentum fea-
ture simulates the labored performance of a
locomotive pulling a heavy load. Press L, M,
or H (located under CAB-1’s removable
panel) for light, medium, or heavy momen-
tum. The C-420’s R2LC remembers this set-
ting until you change it. For quick locomo-
tive response, choose L.
BRAKING AND BOOSTING
There’s more to starting and stopping
than just turning the CAB-1 throttle. Use the
BOOST and BRAKE command buttons—
they give you incremental control of speed
and are the superior way to handle grades,
gradual stops-and-starts, and more. Plus,
using BRAKE in the Command environment
gives you a bonus Railsounds effect—the
ultra realistic sound of squealing brakes.
(Railsounds upgrade required)
SOUND QUALITY
To achieve your preferred Railsounds
master volume level, we recommend you
adjust your C-420 volume control set screw
(see page 7 for location). Turn the set screw
left or right to reach the desired volume
level.
For quick remote-control of volume
below the master setting—for example,
muting—use the CAB-1 numeric keypad’s
volume control. Press AUX1 and then 4 on
the numeric keypad to lower overall
Railsounds output.
HIGH VOLTAGE SETTING
Press SET, headlight will flash. Get your
locomotive moving to the maximum speed
you want it to run, press BOOST. Use this to
keep your locomotive from excess-speed
derailing. Turn off the high voltage setting
by pressing SET, then BOOST, holding each
for one second.
STALL
Make your C-420 feel more responsive by
setting a “stall” voltage. Get your locomo-
tive moving, then press SET; the C-420 will
stop. Turn the throttle clockwise to get the
locomotive moving, then decrease speed
until the locomotive just stops. Then press
SET again; the R2LC remembers the stall
setting until you change it. To clear stall,
press SET twice, holding it for one second
each time.
These settings will be lost when you assign a new engine ID number.
Note!