Lionel M10000 O Gauge Streamline User manual

M10000 O Gauge
Streamline Train
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any traditional
O-72 Gauge track system, including
RealTrax® or ScaleTrax™ or traditional
tubular track. It is also compatible with
most standard AC transformers. (See
page 22 for a complete list of compatible
transformers and wiring instructions.)
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Table of Contents
Set Up Checklist...........................................................................................................
Lubrication.......................................................................................................
Checking the Battery.......................................................................................
Priming the Smoke Unit.................................................................................
Assembling the Set...........................................................................................
Basic Operation.............................................................................................................
Activating Features...........................................................................................
Volume Control...............................................................................................
Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions...............................................................
Activating Proto-Sound ®2.0 Conventional Mode Features.......................
Freight Yard Sounds (FYS)/ Passenger Station Announcements (PSA)..
Speed Control...................................................................................................
Locking Locomotive Into A Direction.........................................................
Reset To Factory Default.................................................................................
Automatic Sound Effects.................................................................................
Maintenance...................................................................................................................
Lubricating and Greasing Instructions.........................................................
Cleaning The Wheels, Tires and Track.........................................................
Traction Tire Replacement Instructions.......................................................
Headlight Replacement Instructions.............................................................
Self Charging Battery Back-Up......................................................................
ProtoSmoke™ Unit Operation...........................................................................
Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems............................................
Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart..............................................
Additional Features Accessible with the DCS Remote Control System...
Service & Warranty Information....................................................................
Limited One-Year Warranty.............................................................................
Authorized Service Centers....................................................................24
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CAUTION: ELECTRICALLY OPERATED PRODUCT:
WARNING: Whenusingelectricalproducts,basicsafetyprecautionsshouldbeobserved,includingthefollowing:
Readthismanualthoroughlybeforeusingthisdevice.
lM.T.H. recommends that all users and persons supervising use examine the hobby transformer and other electronic equipment
periodicallyforconditionsthatmay resultinthe riskoffire, electricshock,or injurytopersons,suchasdamageto theprimarycord,
plug blades, housing, output jacks or other parts. In the event such conditions exist, the train set should not be used until properly
repaired.
lDonotoperateyourlayoutunattended. Obstructedaccessoriesorstalledtrainsmayoverheat,resultingindamagetoyour layout.
lThistrainsetisintendedforindooruse. Donotuseif waterispresent. Serious injuryorfatality mayresult.
lDonotoperatethehobbytransformerwithdamagedcord,plug,switches,buttonsorcase.
Recommended for Ages 14 and up. Not recommended for children under 14 years of age without adult supervision. As
with all electric products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to prevent electric shock.

Set Up Checklist
- Lubricate the locomotive
- Check to see whether the battery needs to be charged for full sound effects
- Prime the smoke unit
- Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operating Section of this manual
Lubrication
You should lubricate the engine to prevent it from squeaking. Use
light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked “L”
(shown below). Do not over-oil. Use only a drop or two on each
pivot point.
Checking the Battery
You may find, if your locomotive was built several months before you set it up,
that the rechargeable battery has run down and needs to be charged before
operating. If you notice that the sounds are garbled, test and charge the engine
as described in the "Self-Charging Battery Back-Up" on page 16.
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DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
Lubrication Points on the Locomotive
Lubricate Pick Up Roller Axle (L)
Lubricate All Wheel Axles (L)

Priming the Smoke Unit
When preparing to run this engine, add 15-20 drops of smoke fluid through the
smokestack (shown below). We recommend M.T.H. ProtoSmoke fluid. Do not
overfill the unit or the fluid may leak out and coat the interior engine components.
If you choose not to add smoke fluid (or have already added fluid but choose to
run smoke-free), turn off the smoke unit by turning the smoke unit control fully
counter clockwise. Failure either to add fluid to the smoke unit or to turn it
off may damage the smoke unit heating element and/or wicking material.
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Adding Smoke Fluid
Smoke Unit Control
Running the engine without a primed
smoke unit may cause damage
Add Smoke
Smoke Unit Control

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Assembling The Set
1. Place the engine and cars on straight, level track.
2. Press down on the button on top of the vestibule over the truck
3. Slide the tongue on the first car between the depressed vestibule and the truck.
4. Release the vestibule button and listen for the tongue to lock into place.
5. Repeat to connect the second car
In order to disconnect the cars, Simply depress the vestibule button and pull the
cars apart.
At this point, you are ready to put your engine on the track and begin running it.
Step 2 Step 3
Step 4 Step 5
Depress Car Vestibule button While Connecting
Release To Lock The Car In Place
Button

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Basic Operation(Conventional Mode)
The Throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel. Turn the throttle knob
up ½-way, until the engine and caboose lights shine bright. Put the engine into
motion by pressing the Direction button on your transformer once. (hold it for
approximately 1 second)
If the engine does not begin to move as soon as you firmly press the Direction
button, you may not have sent enough voltage to the track to make the train move.
Turn the throttle up a bit higher until the train begins to move.
Activating Features
Throttle - To increase or decrease track voltage, and therefore train speed, turn the
throttle control knob. Turning clockwise will increase voltage and speed, while
turning counterclockwise will decrease voltage and speed. The engine will maintain
the speed you set after you release the throttle until you turn it again to change the
voltage and speed.
Bell - To sound the bell, in an engine equipped with a bell firmly press and release
the Bell button. To turn the bell off, press and release the Bell button again. The
bell will continue to ring from the time you turn it on until you press and release
the button again to turn it off.
Horn/Whistle - To sound the whistle, firmly press the Horn/Whistle button. The
whistle will sound for as long as you continue to depress the button. It will stop
when you release the button.
Direction (Conventional Mode Only) - Your
train is programmed to start in neutral. The train
will always cycle neutral-forward-neutral-reverse
with each press and release of the direction
button. The engine is programmed to restart in
neutral each time the track voltage is turned off
for 25 seconds or more.
Grade Crossing Signal DCS Mode Only - Customers that operate this engine in
DCS will find a new feature added to the engine sound set. Now there is a soft key
(SXS) that sounds the correct 2 longs, a short and another long whistle blast to
announce that the train is approaching a grade crossing.
To sound the grade crossing signal, locate the soft keys at the top of the DCS
Remote. Scroll to the left until SXS acronym is showing.
A single push and release of the SXS soft key will produce the correct 2 longs, a
short and another long whistle blast of the Grade Crossing Signal.
Anytime you want to sound the Grade crossing Signal just press and release the
SXS soft key.
Cycle Phases
Neutral
Neutral
ForwardReverse

Manual Volume Control
To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the manual volume
control (shown below) clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to
decrease the volume.
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Manual Volume Control
Manual Volume Control

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Proto-Sound®2.0 Operating Instructions
This manual contains the operating instructions for Proto-Sound® 2.0 in
conventional mode only. Instructions for accessing DCS command mode features
accompany the DCS Remote Control System equipment.
Activating Proto-Sound® 2.0 Conventional Mode Features:
Proto-Sound® 2.0 features are activated by sequences of Bell and Horn/Whistle button
pushes described below. Please read the full descriptions of each feature before using it. To
use these buttons to activate features rather than to blow the horn/ whistle or ring the bell,
you should tap the buttons very quickly with a ½-second pause between button presses.
You may need to practice your timing to make this work smoothly.
Freight Yard Sounds (FYS) or
Passenger Station Announcements (PSA):
Your engine is equipped with a sound package of either freight yard or passenger station
sounds that you can play. Each sequence described below will play as long as it is left
on, randomly generating sounds, but be sure to allow approximately 30 seconds
between the button pushes described below to allow the FYS/PSA sufficient time to
run through each sequence.
!To cue the sound system to play the FYS/PSA, quickly but firmly tap the Bell button once
followed by 2 quick taps of the Horn/Whistle button while the engine is moving. Tap the
buttons quickly but allow approximately ½ second between each press.
!Press the Direction button once to stop the engine. This will trigger the first sequence of
FYS/PSA. The reverse unit is temporarily disabled so that the train will not move as you
use the Direction button to trigger the sounds, and Proto-Sound 2.0 has disabled operator
control over the Horn/Whistle and Bell buttons until the full FYS/PSA sequence is
complete.
!After waiting about 30 seconds for that sequence to run, press the Direction button again
to trigger the second sequence of FYS/PSA.
!After about 30 seconds, press the Direction button again to trigger the third FYS/PSA
sequence.
!Again, after allowing about 30 seconds for that sequence to run, press the Direction button
one more time to trigger the fourth and final FYS/PSA sequence.
Feature to Be Activated Button Code:
Freight Yard or Passenger Station Sounds
Fire the Rear Coupler
Fire the Front Coupler
Speed Control On/Off
Lock into a Direction
Reset to Factory Defaults
1 Bell, 2 Horn/Whistles
1 Bell, 3 Horn/Whistles
1 Bell, 4 Horn/Whistles
1 Horn/Whistle, 2 Bells (from Neutral only)
1 Horn/Whistle, 3 Bells
1 Horn/Whistle, 5 Bells (from Neutral only)
Timing Chart
Total Time Lapse: 1 Seconds½
Press
Whistle
Short &
Firm
½ Sec.
Pause ½ Sec. Pause
Press
Bell
Short &
Firm
Press
Bell
Short &
Firm

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!The FYS/PSA will continue, and within a few seconds, the engine will start and move out
on its own at the current throttle setting, in the same direction it was traveling when you
began the sequence. Once the bell turns off, the operator regains control of the
transformer's Bell and Horn/Whistle buttons and can ring the bell or blow the
horn/whistle as usual.
Tips on Using FYS/PSA
!You can terminate FYS/PSA at any time by turning off power to the track for 15
seconds.
!You do not have to be in Forward to use FYS/PSA. At the conclusion of the full
sequence, the train will pull away from the station in whatever direction you were
going when you activated the feature.
!You can use FYS/PSA even if you are double-heading with another engine. If the
second engine is not equipped with Proto-Sound® 2.0, you must remember not to
leave the throttle at a high voltage level once you have stopped the engine to run
the FYS/PSA. Otherwise, the engine without FYS/PSA will begin vibrating on
the track as its motors strain to move the train, since they cannot be automatically
disabled during the FYS/PSA cycle (or if an original Proto-Sound engine,
FYS/PSA are triggered differently and that engine's motor-disable feature will not
be active when you run FYS/PSA in Proto-Sound 2.0).
!FYS/PSA can be triggered from Neutral. It will operate the same as if triggered
while in motion except that, at the conclusion of the FYS/PSA, the engine will
depart in the next direction of travel, as opposed to the direction it was traveling
before entering Neutral.
+
Sound System Cued to Play
Freight Yard or Passenger
Station Sounds (FYS)/(PSA)
Bell
1st
Sequence
FYS/PSA
+
2nd
Sequence
FYS/PSA
+
3rd
Sequence
FYS/PSA
+
4th
Sequence
FYS/PSA
=Operator
Controls
When Bell
Turns Off
Horn/
Whistle
Horn/
Whistle
Speed Control:
M.T.H. engines equipped with Proto-Sound 2.0 have speed control capabilities that allow the
engine to maintain a constant speed up and down grades and around curves, much like an
automobile cruise control. You can add or drop cars on the run, and the engine will
maintain the speed you set.
While the engine is programmed to start with the speed control feature activated, you can
opt to turn it off. This means the engine's speed will fall as it labors up a hill and increase as
it travels downward. It is also affected by the addition or releasing of cars while on the run.
Because the engine will run more slowly at a given throttle voltage when speed control is on
than when it is off, you should adjust the throttle to a lower power level for operation with
speed control off to avoid high-speed derailments. When speed control is off, the volume
will drop to allow for better low voltage operation.

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Lock into a Direction:
You can lock your engine into a direction (forward, neutral, or reverse) so that it will not
change directions. To do this, put the engine into the direction you want (or into neutral to
lock it into neutral), run it at a very slow crawl (as slowly as it will move without halting), and
quickly but firmly tap the Horn/Whistle button once followed by three quick taps of the
Bell button, allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick button press.
Two horn/whistle blasts will indicate that the engine has made the change. The engine will
not change direction (including going into neutral) until you repeat the 1 horn/whistle, 3
bells code to return the engine to its normal condition, even if the engine is kept without
power for extended periods of time.
=
whistle
=
Speed Control
Two Whistle Blasts
(indicates change is made)
Repeat to Return
to Normal Condition
Direction Lock
Two Whistle Blasts
(indicates change is made)
Repeat to Return
to Normal Condition
Reset to Factory Defaults:
To override the settings you currently have assigned to the engine and reset it to its factory
defaults, while in Neutral tap the Horn/Whistle button quickly once, followed by five quick
taps of the Bell button, allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick
button press. Two horn/whistle blasts will indicate that the engine has made the change.
Automatic Sounds:
Certain Proto-Sound® 2.0 sound effects automatically play in programmed conventional
mode conditions:
!Squealing Brakes play any time the engine's speed decreases rapidly.
!Cab Chatter plays at random intervals when the engine idles in neutral.
!Engine Start-up and Shut-down sounds play when the engine is initially powered on or is
powered off for five seconds or more.
Reset
Two Whistle Blasts
(indicates change is made)
Repeat to Return
to Normal Condition
Place
Engine in
Neutral =
Horn/
Whistle
To turn speed control on and off, put the engine in neutral, then quickly tap the
transformer's horn/whistle button one time then quickly tap the Bell button two times,
allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick button press. Repeat the 1
horn/whistle, 2 bells code to return it to the other condition. You will want to do this
during the initial neutral upon start-up if you ever couple this engine to another engine that
is not equipped with speed control to avoid damaging the motors in either engine. Each
time you shut down the engine completely, it will automatically turn speed control on.

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Maintenance
Lubricating and Greasing Instructions
The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly.
Regularly lubricate all axles and pickup rollers to prevent squeaking.
Use light household oil, such as that found in M.T.H.'s maintenance
kit. Do not over oil. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
The locomotive’s internal gearing was greased at the factory and should not need
additional grease until after 50 hours of operation or one year, whichever comes
first. Follow the greasing instructions below.
1. To access the gear box, remove the truck block from the chassis/cab by
unscrewing the truck block mounting screw as shown in photo below.
2. Lift the screw up to allow the truck block to release from the body shown below.
DO NOT
OVER OIL
DO NOT
OVER OIL
Lubrication Points on the Locomotive
Lubricate Pick Up Roller Axle (L)
Lubricate All Wheel Axles (L)
Step 2
Step 1
Remove Truck Block Mounting Screw

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3.
4. Reassemble in reverse order, being careful not the pinch any wires.
Once the truck block is removed, lightly lubricate the idler gears with light
household oil and lightly coat the worm wheel gear and the worm gear with grease.
Lubricate the wheel axles and pickup roller axles of the vestibule truck with light
household oil. Use the diagram (shown below) as a guide.
Step 3
worm wheel gear
idler gears
Lubricate
Lubricate
Lubricate
worm gear

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Cleaning The Wheels, Tires, and Track
Periodically check the locomotive wheels
and pickups for dirt and buildup, which can
cause poor electrical contact and traction
and prematurely wear out the neoprene
traction tires. Wheels and tires can be
cleaned using denatured (not rubbing)
alcohol applied with a cotton swab.
To clean the track, use RailKing Track
Cleaning Fluid found in Maintenance Kit
(30-50010) or denatured (not rubbing)
alcohol and a clean rag. Unplug the transformer and wipe the rails of the track,
turning the rag frequently to ensure that you are using clean cloth on the rails.
Thereafter, keep an eye on the track and clean it when it gets dirty to ensure good
electrical contact and to lengthen the life of the tires.
Clean any type of track with this heavy-duty track cleaning block ( .
Durably constructed from ABS plastic, the block includes a built-in cleaning pad.
For really stuborn track, you can insert sandpaper into the block in just a few quick
steps.
40-1099)
Track Cleaning Block (40-1099) Maintenance Kit (30-50010)

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Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
Your locomotive is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on the
powered truck block. While these tires are extremely durable, you may need to
replace them at some point. Please use the following instructions to replace the
traction tires.
1. Turn your engine upside down.
2. Remove the traction tires from the wheels shown in figure below.
3. Make sure the old tire has been completely removed from the groove in the drive
wheel, using a razor blade or small flathead screwdriver to pry away any remains.
4. Slip the new tire onto the wheel. You may find it useful to use two small
flathead screwdrivers to stretch the tire over the wheel.
5. If you twist the tire while stretching it over the wheel, you will need to remove
and reinstall the tire. Otherwise your engine will wobble while operating.
6. Make sure the tire is fully seated inside the groove. Use a razor blade to trim
away any excess tire that doesn’t seat itself inside the groove properly.
One set of replacement tires is packaged with the model. Additional tires are
available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (Order online: www.mth-
railking.com, e-mail: [e-mail],Fax: [phone], Phone: 410-381-
2500, Mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ).
Traction Tire Wheel
Traction Tire Wheel

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Locomotive Light Bulb Replacement
To replace the burned out light bulbs on this locomotive, remove the powered
truck block as described in the lubrication and greasing section and/or remove
from the chassis by removing the body mount screws shown below.
Locate the burned out light bulb and replace.
Reassemble in reverse order.
Replacement bulb harnesses are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts
department. (Order online: www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth-
railking.com,Fax: [phone], Phone: [phone], Mail: 7020 Columbia
Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ).
Light Bulbs
Body Mount Screws
Body Mount Screws
Body Removal Screw Locations
Vestibule Light Bulb Locomotive Light Bulb

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Self Charging Battery Back-up
The special rechargeable 2.4v self-charging battery
recharges continuously during train operation and
should last for up to five years. The battery is a dry
battery that should not leak or cause any damage to
your engine. Depending upon when your engine
was built, it may need to be charged right out of the
box. If engine sounds seem distorted or garbled at
low voltages or become silent when power from the
transformer is turned off, test the battery to
determine whether it should be recharged or
replaced.
Test: Put the engine in neutral and leave the track voltage at 10-12 volts (high
enough for the lights to shine brightly) for 15 minutes.
Recharge: If the sounds are improved at the end of the 15-minute test charge,
the battery charge has run down and can be recharged. There are a number of
ways you can do this:
•Leave the engine in neutral with track voltage at 10-12 volts for 6-7 hours so the
battery can fully recharge (if your engine has a smoke unit, be sure it is turned
off).
•Use M.T.H.'s battery recharger (Item No. 50-1019) (sold separately) that plugs
into a wall outlet and a special port under the engine to recharge the battery
overnight without leaving it on the track.
Replace: If the sounds are not improved at the end of the 15-minute test charge,
it is time to replace the battery. Available through M.T.H. Parts:
®
(Item No. 50-1024) AA NiCad Proto-Sound Battery (Blue Casing)
®
(Item No. BG4000004) AAA NiMH Proto-Sound Battery (Green Casing)
DO NOT substitute alkaline batteries for
these rechargeable batteries. Using alkaline
batteries in this system can result in damamge
to the PS 2.0 circuit board and/or the
batteries.
**Do not use alkaline batteries for testing or
checking purposes for the 3-Volt PS2 boards.
Using alkaline batteries will damage the 3-
Volt battery charging circuit.**
Battery Location
Lift Out Battery
Battery Charger Port location.
Battery Charger Port

ProtoSmoke™Unit Operation
This diesel locomotive contains a Proto-Sound® 2.0 controlled smoke unit that
outputs smoke through the smokestack on the roof of the engine. The smoke unit
is essentially a small heating element and wick that soaks up and then heats a
mineral oil-based fluid that emits smoke. The smoke is then forced out of the
stack by a small electric fan. Smoke volume is controlled by the Proto-Sound® 2.0
system.
With a few easy maintenance steps, you should enjoy trouble-free smoke unit
operation for years.
When preparing to run this engine, add 15-20 drops of smoke fluid through the
smokestack (shown below). We recommend M.T.H. ProtoSmoke™ fluid. Do not
overfill the unit or the fluid may leak out and coat the interior engine components.
To adjust the amount of smoke produced, turn the smoke unit volume control
clockwise to increase the amount of smoke, or counter-clockwise to reduce the
amount (shown below)
If you choose not to add smoke fluid (or
have already added fluid but choose to run
run smoke-free), turn off the smoke unit
by turning the smoke unit control fully
counter clockwise. Failure either to add
fluid to the smoke unit or to turn it off
may damage the smoke unit heating
element and/or wicking material.
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Running the engine without a primed
smoke unit may cause damage
Adding Smoke Fluid
Add Smoke
Smoke Unit Control

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Inspecting the Smoke Unit Wick
When the smoke output while running the engine begins to diminish, add
another 10-15 drops of smoke fluid or turn the smoke unit off.
When storing the unit for long periods of time, you may want to add about 15
drops of fluid to prevent the wick from drying out.
After removing the engine from storage, add another 25 drops of fluid, letting
the wick soak up the fluid for 15 minutes prior to operation.
If you experience poor or no smoke output when the smoke unit is on and has
fluid, check the wick to see if it has become hard, blackened, and unabsorbent
around the heating element. After removing the locomotive body from its
chassis, remove the smoke unit inspection cover (shown below). After removing
the inspection cover screws, lift the inspection plate away and inspect the wick.
If it is darkly discolored and hard, it should be replaced.
Replacement parts and wick replacement instructions are available directly from
the M.T.H. Parts Department (Order online: www.mth-railking.com, e-mail:
[e-mail],Fax: [phone], Phone: [phone], Mail: 7020
Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ).
To access the smoke unit remove the chassis by removing the body mount
screws as explained in light bulb replacement section.
™
ProtoSmoke Fluid
ProtoSmoke is the recommended fluid for M.T.H.
products and can be used in other manufacturers
products as well. Choose from 12 different scents:
Christmas, Coal, Diesel, Wood Burning, Coffee, Eggs &
Bacon, Vanilla, Candy Cane, Barbeque, Pipe Smoke,
Cinnamon Roll, and Apple Pie
Inspection Cover Screws
Remove Screws to Access Smoke Unit
Remove Screws to Access Smoke Unit

Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
Although Proto-Sound® 2.0 has been designed and engineered for ease of use,
you may have some questions during initial operation. The following table
should answer most questions. If your problem cannot be resolved with this
table, contact M.T.H. for assistance (www.mthtrains.com, e-mail: parts@mth-
railking.com,Fax: [phone], Phone: [phone], Mail: 7020 Columbia
Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ).
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Starting Up
Whistle/Horn
Bell
Remedy
Remedy
Remedy
Remedy
When I first turn the power on, the
engine will not begin to run. I
have to turn the throttle off and
then on again to get the engine to
operate.
When I press the whistle/horn
button, the bell comes on instead.
I can’t get the horn to blow when I
press the whistle button.
I can’t get the bell to ring when I
press the bell button.
The bell won’t work on a separate
bell button.
When I press the whistle button,
the bell sounds.
Reverse the transformer leads.
You may be pressing the button
too quickly. Try pressing the
whistle/horn button more slowly,
taking approximately one full
second to fully depress the button.
You may be pressing the button
too quickly. Try pressing the bell
button more slowly, taking
approximately one full second to
fully depress the button.
Reverse the transformer leads.
Check the wiring of the separate
button.
This is normal behavior. To
prevent accidental high-speed
start-ups, Proto-Sound® 2.0 is
programmed to start up in neutral
anytime track power has been
turned off for several seconds.

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Cab Chatter
Lock-out
Volume
Battery
FYS/PSA
Remedy
Remedy
Remedy
Remedy
Remedy
Sometimes the Cab Chatter
sounds don’t play.
I can’t get the engine to run after I
power up the transformer. It sits
still with the engine sounds
running.
The engine won’t lock into
forward, neutral, or reverse.
The sounds seem distorted,
especially when the whistle or bell
is activated.
The engine will not leave the initial
neutral setting.
The FYS/PSA sounds occasionally
repeat themselves.
I get no sounds when the engine
shifts between directions.
After I turn off my transformer, my
engine continues to make sounds
before quitting.
Cab Chatter plays only in neutral
at random intervals.
The engine is locked into the
neutral position. Follow the
procedure in the “Lock into a
Direction” section.
Engine speed must be below 10
scale mph (approx. 10 volts or
less in conventional mode).
Proto-Sound® 2.0 volume is set
too high. Turn the volume control
knob on the bottom of the chassis
counter-clockwise to reduce the
volume.
Check to be sure the battery is
installed and fully charged. See
the “Self-Charging Battery Back-
Up” section.
The battery may be dead or need
to be charged. See the “Self-
Charging Battery Back-Up”
section.
Proto-Sound® 2.0 is designed to
continue to sound for a few
seconds after power to the track
has been shut off.
Proto-Sound® 2.0 has a built-in
random number generator that
randomly selects each sound clip
to play. Because there are a
limited number of sound clips
available in each FYS/PSA
sequence, it is probable that some
of these sound clips will be
repeated from time to time.