Lionel VISIONLINE Big Boy User manual

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Lionel
VISIONLINE Big Boy
Steam Locomotive
Owner’s Manual
Lionel
VISIONLINE Big Boy
Steam Locomotive
Owner’s Manual

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Congratulations!
Congratulations on your purchase of the Lionel VISION Big Boy! This is one of the most highly detailed and technologically advanced model trains ever produced! Your VISION Big Boy is
ready to enjoy right out of the box. We do highly recommend that you take the time to read through
this manual to familiarize yourself with all of the amazing features this locomotive has to offer and
to learn how to properly care for your model so that it may provide years of enjoyment.
Contents of your locomotive box
1 VISION Big Boy locomotive
1 Tender
1 Shroud for Smoke Stack
1 Smoke fluid funnel
1 Wrench
8 Replacement traction tires
1 Big Boy Owner's manual
1 IR Sensor Track
1 DB9 Starter Cable
1 SensorTrack Manual
1 DB9 Starter Cable Manual
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Table of contents
Running your locomotive
LEGACY Control operations 4
TrainMaster Command Control (TMCC/Command Control) operations 5
Conventional transformer operations 6
Locomotive basics
Volume control locations 7
Adding smoke fluid to your locomotive's smoke generator 7
Installing the smoke stack shroud 9
Locomotive switch locations 10
Assigning your locomotive a new ID# (LEGACY and TMCC) 11
Controlling your VISION features
Dual smoke stack features 12
To apply the Whistle Steam effect 12
To apply the Blowdown effect 12
Drift Chuff features 13
Wheel Slip features 13-14
Depleting coal load features
LEGACY Control System operations
The LEGACY CAB-2 Remote Controller 15
The Velocity Throttle 16
The Multi-Controller 16
The Train Brake Slider 16
The Warning Sound Controller 17
The Speed Bar 17
EFX Trim and EFX Bar Graph 18
Leaving the Preset Speed Screen 18
LEGACY RailSounds Sound System operations
LEGACY RailSounds sound system 19
LEGACY RailSounds Sequence Control 20
CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements in the LEGACY environment 21
LEGACY RailSounds sound system dialog on a round trip 22
TrainMaster Command Control operations
CAB-1 Remote Controller commands 23
CAB-1 Remote Controller numeric keypad commands 24-25
Conventional transformer operations
Using the LEGACY RailSounds sound system in the conventional environment 26
Activating CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements 26
Locking your locomotive into a single direction 27
Odyssey II Speed Control system operations
Odyssey II Speed Control operations 28
Odyssey II Speed Control system LEGACY Control operation 28
Odyssey II Speed Control system TrainMaster Command Control operation 28
Odyssey II Speed Control system conventional transformer operation 28
Maintaining and servicing your locomotive
Reprogramming your locomotive to restore features 29
Lubricating your locomotive 30-31
Servicing your locomotive’s LEDs 32
Replacing the traction tires 32
Locomotive diagnostics 33
Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & Service 34

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Power your VISION Big Boy with an alternating-current (50-60Hz 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.
Your VISION Big Boy requires Lionel or Lionel-compatible O-72 or larger track curves.
1. Turn off track power, and then plug in the
LEGACY Base and connect it to the track.
2. Place your locomotive and tender on the track
and connect the drawbar as shown in Figure 1.
3. Increase track power voltage to full power
(no more than 19 volts AC). 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.
4. As illustrated in Figure 2, press ENG and 1
(or your selected ENG ID#) to address the
locomotive with your LEGACY CAB-2 Remote
Controller.
5. Press the Start Up key on your LEGACY CAB-2
Remote, shown in Figure 3. Then, throttle up
and move 'em out! Your engine sound will start up,
and the locomotive-specific touch screen buttons will
populate the remote. For more information on operating
your locomotive with the LEGACY system, please refer to
the LEGACY section of this manual. Additional information
is also found in the LEGACY System Manual, available
online at www.lionel.com.
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Running your locomotive
Figure 2. LEGACY engine selection
Figure 3. LEGACY start-up
LEGACY Control operations
Your VISION Big Boy is designed for operation with the Lionel LEGACY system. It will also operate on the original
Lionel Trainmaster System (TMCC1) with limited features and
also on the LEGACY Cab-1L / Base-1L operating system (again
with reduced features.) Using a Lionel LEGACY set (6-14295)
will allow you to access ALL the features this advanced locomo-
tive has to offer.
Your commands are sent by the Remote Controller to
the Command Base, which broadcasts a radio frequency
that is distributed through the outer rails of the track to
your locomotives. Your locomotive will not respond until
it recognizes its unique ID#, so you can operate multiple
Command-equipped locomotives on the same track at the
same time.
Figure 1. Drawbar connection

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Running your locomotive
Power your VISION Big Boy with an alternating-current (50-60Hz 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.
Your VISION Big Boy requires Lionel or Lionel-compatible O-72 or larger track curves.
TrainMaster Command Control (TMCC/Command Control) operations
For operation in the TrainMaster Command Control environment, you need a TrainMaster Command Base (6-12911) and a CAB-1 Remote Controller (6-12868). Refer to your TMCC
System Manual for complete information. To access all the VISION Big Boy's features,
you must operate in the LEGACY environment, as discussed on the previous page.
Your commands are sent by the CAB-1 Remote Controller to the Command Base, which
translates the command into digital code. That code is sent through the outside rails to your
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.
1. Turn off track power, and then plug in the Command Base and connect it to the
track.
2. Place your locomotive and tender on the track and connect the drawbar as
shown in Figure 1 on page 4.
3. Increase track voltage to full power (no more than 19 volts AC). 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.
4. Press ENG and 1 to address your locomotive with your CAB-1 Remote
Controller.
5. Throttle up and move ‘em out.
For more information, please refer to the TrainMaster Command Control operations section of
this manual or the TMCC System Manual, available online at www.lionel.com.
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Running your locomotive
Conventional transformer operations
For Conventional operation, a Command Base must not be powered up
anywhere in the area, even if it is not connected to the track. If a base is detected,
your locomotive will default to Command mode.
Power your VISION Big Boy with an alternating-current (50-60Hz 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.
Your VISION Big Boy requires Lionel or Lionel-compatible O-72 or larger track
curves.
To access ALL of the features of your VISION Big Boy you must operate in the LEGACY
environment as described on page 4.
1. With track power off, place your locomotive and tender on the track. Connect
the drawbar as shown in Figure 1 on page 4.
2. Power up the track. 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.
3. Move ‘em out! When the VISION Big Boy's headlight illuminates and the LEGACY
RailSounds sound system starts, press the DIRECTION button on your transformer to sequence
your locomotive through the repeating pattern of operations: neutral, 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 and after power
interruptions lasting longer than five seconds, it will start out in neutral.
We recommend that you operate your VISION Big Boy 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 (OFF) position. See
Figure 9 on page 10 for the location of this switch.
Use the Whistle and BELL buttons on your transformer to activate those features. Adjust the
volume using the volume control knob, which is located under the hatch on the deck of the tender.
Refer to Figure 4 on page 7. For more information, please refer to the Conventional transformer
operations section of this manual.
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Locomotive basics
Your VISION Big Boy is equipped with three speakers. Located in the tender and the locomotive, these speakers work together to provide unparalleled sound quality. In addition to controlling
the volume with your LEGACY or TMCC cab, you can also set the volume manually with two controls.
Separate controls are located beneath the sandbox on the locomotive and under the tender water
hatches as shown.
Volume control locations
Figure 4. Volume control location
Your VISION Big Boy is equipped with four smoke generators that produce safe, clean, white smoke during operation. The
smoke generators for this locomotive supply the dual stack, whistle
and blow-down effects. Reservoirs within the boiler contain the
fluid and wicks which, once saturated, supply the heating
elements with the right amount of fluid.
For best performance, we recommend using only
6-37841 Lionel Premium Smoke Fluid.
Stack Smoke
Load smoke fluid into each smoke stack. When adding
fluid DO NOT EXCEED 20 DROPS per stack as this can
cause your smoke unit to become oversaturated allowing leakage
onto the electronics. Note that operating your VISION Big Boy's
smoke unit without smoke fluid will cause damage to the heating
element. Add 20 drops initially and 10 to 20 thereafter, as required to maintain desired smoke.
Synchronizing Stack Smoke: Your VISION Big Boy is designed to give
independent smoke chuffs from each stack in relation to each set of drive wheels.
This feature can be turned off to provide a simultaneous chuff from both stacks. See
page 12 for details. Either way, it is important to put fluid in both stacks.
Your VISION Big Boy's smoke fluid consumption will vary depending on the smoke
level setting you have selected and the labor of the locomotive.
Adding fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generators
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VOLUME
CONTROL
Tender
Switch
Locomotive
Switch
VOLUME
CONTROL
Figure 5. Stack smoke locations

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Locomotive basics
Adding fluid to your locomotive’s smoke generators continued
Refer to Figure 5 as you add the smoke fluid. If you prefer to operate your VISION Big Boy
without smoke, locate the smoke unit switch inside the sand dome on top of the boiler and slide it to
the OFF position. Refer to Figure 9 on page 10 for the location of the switch. The stack smoke switch
controls both stack smoke units. Whistle and blowdown smoke have their own control switches.
Whistle Smoke
Load smoke fluid into the whistle as shown in figure 6.
When adding fluid DO NOT EXCEED 20 DROPS
as
this can cause your smoke unit to become oversaturated
allowing leakage onto the electronics. Note that operating
your locomotive's smoke unit without smoke fluid will cause
damage to the heating element. Add 20 drops initially and 10
to 20 thereafter, as required to maintain desired smoke.
Your locomotive's smoke fluid consumption will vary
depending on the smoke level setting you have selected
and your use of the whistle.
Refer to Figure 6 as you add the smoke fluid. If you prefer to operate your VISION Big Boy
without whistle smoke, locate the smoke unit switch inside the sand dome on top of the boiler and
slide it to the OFF position. Refer to Figure 9 on page 10 for the location of the switch.
Blowdown Smoke
Load smoke fluid into the access point as shown in Figure
7. It is very important to add smoke fluid to the blowdown unit
slowly. Add fluid one drop at a time to prevent clogging or spills.
When adding fluid DO NOT EXCEED 20 DROPS
as
this can cause your smoke unit to become oversaturated
allowing leakage onto the electronics. Note that operating your
locomotive's smoke unit without smoke fluid will cause
damage to the heating element. Add 20 drops initially and 10
to 20 thereafter, as required to maintain desired smoke.
Refer to Figure 7 as you add the smoke fluid. If you prefer to operate your VISION Big Boy
without smoke, locate the smoke unit switch inside the sand dome on top of the boiler and slide it to
the OFF position. Refer to Figure 9 on page 10 for the location of the switch.
Blowdown smoke is not available in conventional operation. If you are operating
conventionally, turn off the blowdown smoke as shown to prevent damage.
Note!
Figure 6. Whistle smoke location
Figure 7. Blowdown smoke
location
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Locomotive basics
Installing the smoke stack shroud
Asmoke deflector shroud is included with your VISION Big Boy that can be placed over the two main stacks. This shroud is held in place by a small magnet between the two stacks. Simply
place the shroud over the stacks as shown in Figure 8. To prevent the system from overheating,
when the shroud is in place the VISION Big Boy will automatically shut off the forward stack gen-
erator. The rear stack unit will then adjust it's smoke output accordingly, the rear stack will chuff
in time with BOTH sets of drive wheels to maintain the same timing as the smoke emerges from
the shroud.
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Figure 8. Smoke stack shroud
If you plan to run the VISION Big Boy with the shroud in place for an extended
period of time, it is not necessary to put additional smoke fluid in the front stack.
Continue to put no more than 20 drops of smoke fluid in the rear stack at one time
to prevent overfilling..
Underside
of shroud
STACK SHROUD
MAGNET

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The functions of your VISION Big Boy's switches are outlined below. Refer to Figure 9 for the location of the switches. The instructions below are specific to this particular
locomotive; note that available features (and switches) may differ from other
locomotives and sets.
Figure 9. Locomotive switch locations
Locomotive basics
Locomotive switch locations
Stack Smoke Switch
Used to turn the smoke unit on and off. This switch controls both the stack and whistle
smoke.
Whistle Switch
Used to turn the whistle smoke feature in the engine on and off.
Blow Down Switch
Used to turn the blowdown feature in the engine on and off.
Program / Run Switch
Used to assign an ID# and reprogram the locomotive in LEGACY and Command operation when
the switch is in the PROG position. Also used to “lock” your locomotive in a single direction, or
neutral, in conventional operation when the switch is placed in the PROG position.
Odyssey II Speed Control System Switch
Used to turn the Odyssey II Speed Control System on and off.
Coal Load Switch
Used to turn the depleting coal load feature in the tender on and off.
PROGRAM/RUN
COAL LOAD
LOCOMOTIVE CONTROL SWITCHES TENDER CONTROL SWITCHES
STACK SMOKE
BLOWDOWN
SMOKE UNIT
ON OFF
WHISTLE
SMOKE UNIT
VOLUME
CONTROL
ODYSSEY II
SPEED CONROL

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For operation in the LEGACY or Command Control environment, you will want to give your VISION Big Boy a unique ID#. Your locomotive will respond to commands associated with its
ID# while all other units will disregard these commands. This procedure is not necessary
for conventional (non-Command) operation.
1. Slide the program run switch on your locomotive to the PROG position. See
Figure 9 on page 10.
2. Place the locomotive on the track.
3. Connect the Command Base and plug it in.
4. Power up the track.
5. Press ENG on the CAB-1 or CAB-2 remote.
6. Enter the unique ID#. Choose any number from 1 to 98 that has not been
assigned to another locomotive (ENG). We recommend using a part of your
locomotive’s road number.
All LEGACY locomotives respond to ENG 99. We recommend that you reserve ID# 99 as a
"universal" ID#.
7. Press SET. The locomotive’s whistle will sound, or the headlights will flash if
the RailSounds sound system is off.
Synchronizing stack smoke: Your VISION Big Boy is designed to give independent
smoke chuffs from each stack in relation to each set of drive wheels. This feature can be
turned off to provide a simultaneous chuff from both stacks. If you want to run your
locomotive with synchronized smoke, press the "AUX1" and "9" key now. To revert back
to the independent chuffs later, follow the steps above to reset your locomotive and slide
the Program/Run switch back to Run without performing this step.
8. Press AUX1 then 9 to synchronize smoke stacks.
Locomotive basics
Assigning your locomotive a new ID#
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9. Slide the program run switch back to the RUN position.
The VISION Big Boy's ID# has been set. Be sure to record the new ID# for your reference.

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Controlling your VISION features
Dual smoke stack features
This VISION Big Boy has a dual stack feature in which both stacks are connected to their own smoke generator. These stacks can puff smoke simultaneously or in sync with their
respective set of drive wheels by following the programming step on Page 11.
Your VISION Big Boy also comes with an add-on smoke shroud detail to replicate this device on
the prototype. Installing this shroud will effect the behavior of your smoke as well. See page 9 for
more information about installing this detail.
To apply the Whistle Steam effect
Steam will emerge from the whistle whenever the whistle is sounded. To activate this feature, use the whistle slide switch on your LEGACY remote, the whistle button on your CAB-1 remote, or
the whistle button on your conventional transformer.
To apply the Blowdown effect
The VISION Big Boy is equipped with a Blowdown effect in which plumes of "steam" will release from each side of the firebox. To engage this feature, press the 6 key on your CAB-1 remote or
the blowdown icon on your CAB-2 remote.
The Blowdown Steam effect is not available in conventional operation. The system will
automatically recognize that the locomotive is in conventional mode and "shut down"
the smoke feature. It will then operate accordingly.
Remember, when adding smoke fluid for the blowdown effect, do so slowly to prevent
spills.
Drift Chuff features
An articulated steam locomotive's drive wheel sets can drift in and out of sync with each other. To replicate sound and smoke effects of this drift, your VISION Big Boy will adjust the sound
and smoke outputs accordingly.
Like the rate of coal depletion in the tender, the amount and timing of this drift is determined by
the labor of the locomotive.
In a command environment, you can increase the effect by increasing your VISION Big Boy's
labor through use of the brake and/or by increasing Momentum to a level of 4 or more. This is
accomplished through the EFX level or pressing the M or H buttons on your CAB-2 remote, or by
pressing the H button on a CAB-1 remote. See page 18 for EFX Trim instructions.
The drift chuff feature is not present in conventional mode.
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Controlling your VISION features
Wheel Slip features
To create the effect of a locomotive losing traction, your VISION Big Boy has a simulated slip feature which simultaneously produces smoke, sound, and motion. During wheel slip, the stack
smokes as chuffing sounds rapidly increase, then decrease in speed and labor. This feature can be
triggered when the locomotive motion starts.
Wheel slip can be triggered in two ways:
Trigger the wheel slip effect using the Boost key:
1. On a CAB-1 remote press the H button, or on a CAB-2 remote press the M or H buttons.
2. With the locomotive stopped, apply the boost key.
3. Adjust the throttle to maintain motion, as releasing the boost key stops the locomotive.
OR
Trigger the wheel slip effect using the Train Brake & Throttle (CAB2 only):
1. With the locomotive stopped or in motion, fully apply the train brake.
2. Turn or confirm the throttle position so the target speed is greater than zero.
3. Release the Train Brake slider by moving it upwards.
Depleting coal load features
The tender of the VISION Big Boy is equipped with a depleting coal load feature in which the coal in the tender will appear to be empting as you run the train. The sound and coal load effects of
this tender will only work properly when coupled to the VISION Big Boy.
1. To fill the coal Press AUX1, then press and HOLD "0" on your CAB-1 remote,
or "R" on your CAB-2 remote for about 3-4 seconds to start the coal refilling
sequence. The coal load will fill completely, even if you stop pressing the "0"
or "R" key, which terminates the refilling sounds.
During normal operations, the VISION Big Boy uses the labor of the locomotive to
adjust the
rate at which the coal load depletes. Running your locomotive at higher speeds, increasing the
load by using the train brake or climbing hills will all impact the coal load depletion.
When the coal load reaches its empty limit, it will shut off automatically. You can monitor
your coal and water status on your LEGACY Cab 2 remote.
You can not harm the coal load or the locomotive, nor will the locomotive stop running when
the coal is "empty."
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Controlling your VISION features
Depleting coal load features continued
In a command environment, the VISION Big Boy will remember its coal load status even
after the power has been turned off for an extended period of time. When running in a
conventional environment, the coal load will refill after a loss of power for more than 3
seconds. Using the direction button or throttle lever to reverse your locomotive under normal
conditions should not cause the load to refill.
Demonstration Mode:
To quickly deplete the coal load, have the VISION Big Boy powered up but not moving. Press
and hold the brake button and the coal load will drop until you release the brake or it reaches
its empty limit.
Your tender is equipped with an on/off switch will shut down the depleting coal
load feature if you would prefer to not use it while running your train. Your coal
load will remain at whichever level state it is left in until the switch is turned back on.
TOP OF TENDER
Figure 10. Coal load switch location
ON/OFF SWITCH

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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 affecting the engine or train.
Train Link Button
Quick select of Train-Link
devices (LEGACY Control
System Version 1.3)
AUX-2/Out Button
Controls switch direction.
Toggles all lights on/off,
except lights that are wired
to track power.
Emergency Halt Button
Stops everything on
layout; also stops
recording playback.
Record Button
Used to record and play
back 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
Press and hold to turn your remote
on and off. Tap this button to enter
the remote and base options.
Tap it again to return to the main
screen.
Soft Keys
These keys directly correlate to the
5 selection boxes located at the
bottom of the main display. These
are also used in the info/option
menus to select options.
Warning Sound Controller
Warning Bell and Variable Whistle
control. Pull down to sound Whistle.
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 selection.
Front & Rear Coupler Buttons
Fire couplers.
Low, Medium, High Momentum Buttons
Used to select the desired momentum of
your addressed engine/train/accessory.
AUX-1/Thru Button
Press to view the Control
Panel while operating.
Controls switch direction.
Feedback Button
Toggle ON/OFF the vibration feedback
feature in the CAB-2 Remote.

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The Velocity Throttle (the red rotary knob on the bottom of your Lionel
remote) is used to start your engine moving, slow it down or speed it up. Use it
simply by turning it clockwise (speed up) or counter-clockwise (slow down).
Direction
The direction of your engine toggles between forward and reverse at the
touch of the Multi-Controller. Press the center of the Multi-Controller once,
and your engine's lights will change directions and the engine will stop until
you throttle up again in the new direction.
Boost & Brake
Boost and brake give you another way to control the speed of your train.
Boost gives your loco a temporary increase in tractive power, and returns to the
previous speed when you release the control, while the brake command slows
you down more quickly than the Velocity Throttle alone.
LEGACY Control System operations
The Velocity Throttle
The Multi-Controller
The Train Brake is used to slow down and limit the top
speed of your train by adding a load. The more the Train
Brake is applied by pulling the Train Brake Slider down,
the more laboring is heard from the engine. Eventually
the Train Brake application will slow down the train and it
is even possible to stop a train by pulling the Train Brake
Slider all the way down. If your smoke unit is turned on,
you'll also see more smoke as the slider is pulled down.
Increasing the train brake load will also affect your VISION
Big Boy coal load depletion, drift chuff, water consumption,
and more!
The Train Brake Slider
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, available online at www.lionel.com.
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Warning sounds are an important part of Lionel Railroading. Your
Lionel Legacy Control System equipped engines have a real-time variable
"quilling" whistle.
Blow the whistle by pulling down on the Warning Sound Controller.
Notice the difference in intensity of the whistle sound. Note that the
Whistle Smoke effect is also activated. See page 7 to add smoke fluid.
Strike the bell once by pushing the Warning Sound Controller up and
releasing quickly. To activate continuous bell sounds, push the Warning
Sound Controller up and hold it for 1.5 seconds. To discontinue the bell
sounds, push and hold the Warning Sound Controller up until the bell
stops.
LEGACY Control System operations
Warning Sound Controller
The Speed Bar is used to select a new
touch-screen Icon Control set. This set of
touch-screen keys is used to select prototypical
preset speeds. The speed of the engine changes
with each press and release of a different Preset
Speed key.
• Tap a key, and your locomotive will
immediately begin moving to that speed.
• Press and hold a key, and you'll hear the
dispatcher radio the engineer and order
him to move to that speed.
• If you hold the key until the dialog is
finished, the engineer will indicate that
he is "increasing to...", "slowing to...", or
"we are at..." the command speed.
You can also use the Velocity Throttle
and other action controls in this mode and
continue to use Preset speeds at the same time.
Press AUX1 to leave the Preset speed mode and return to the Standard Control Panel. Press
the speed bar to toggle between the Speed Control Panel and the Standard Control Panel.
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Sound and smoke effects of the engine can be trimmed higher or lower depending on your
operating preference. Pressing the EFX up button will make the engine sound like it is working
harder and will also increase the smoke output (if the smoke unit is turned on). Similarly,
the EFX down button will decrease the laboring sound of the engine and smoke. A RESET
command will return the EFX trim to its default setting.
Notice that the current EFX level is displayed on the remote as a bar graph inside the soft
key to the left of the ROLL button. The height of this graph varies with the EFX keys, throttle
and train brake adjustments.
LEGACY Control System operations
EFX Trim and EFX Bar Graph
Use the Speed Bar to leave the Speed Panel and return to the Control panel. Press the Speed
Bar to toggle between the Speed Control Panel and the Standard Control Panel.
Leaving the Preset Speed Screen

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LEGACY RailSounds Sound System operations
LEGACY RailSounds sound system
Water Injector/Water Tower
When the engine is in motion,
plays the sound of water flowing
from the tender to the boiler.
When the engine is stopped,
plays the sound of the water
tower refilling the tender.
CrewTalk
Engineer begins radio dialog, dispatcher
replies.
Volume UP
Raises the overall master volume of the LEGACY
RailSounds sound system. To independently adjust
the level of the background sounds only (e.g., the
chuffing sounds and steam hiss), tap AUX1 and
then this key.
Volume DOWN
Lowers the overall master volume of the LEGACY
RailSounds sound system. To independently adjust
the level of the background sounds only (e.g.,
chuffing sounds and steam hiss), tap AUX1 and
then this key. Volume settings are retaining when
track power is turned off.
RailSounds Shutdown
Activates the LEGACY
RailSounds sound system
shutdown sequence when
stopped.
Emergency Stop
Activates the emergency stop
feature while in motion.
(Icon will change as the state
of the locomotive changes).
Stops and resets the locomotive
Resets the locomotives direction to
forward. Press and hold to activate a
fueling sequence. Fueling sounds.
TowerCom
Dispatcher begins radio dialog,
engineer replies.
When adjusting the overall volume, you'll hear a single bell hit that gets louder or softer
with each volume adjustment. When the volume is at maximum, additional button presses
have no effect and won't play the bell. When adjusting the background sounds (AUX1, then a
volume key) you'll hear the volume change without a single bell hit.

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LEGACY RailSounds Sequence Control
Your VISION Big Boy features Sequence Control. Based on the movement and speed of the locomo- tive, Sequence Control automatically plays the sound effects of an entire trip, from departure to
destination, while you run your locomotive. Prototypical whistle signals, bell, and radio chatter are
added automatically as you spin your throttle—no need to memorize a sequence of button presses.
To activate the Sequence Control feature, press and hold the AUX1 button for three seconds.
You'll hear a unique bell/whistle signal, indicating that Sequence Control is now enabled. Release the
AUX1 key when you hear the sound.
Now, radio chatter, air brake release, and warning signals will play automatically as you move
out, reach cruising speed, and then decelerate for arrival, as illustrated in Figure 11. Plus, you can
still activate CrewTalk communication and TowerCom announcements using your remote.
To discontinue Sequence Control, you must tap AUX1, and then tap the 0key or the RESET
button. Cycling track power off and back on also turns of Sequence Control mode.
During sequence control mode operation, speed step 1 is used to trigger departure effects
such as air brake release and departure whistle. Therefore your engine will not begin
moving until speed step 2 and the Roll Mode button will bring your engine to a stop while
Sequence Control mode is enabled. For the most realistic operation, medium or high
momentum is recommended when using Sequence Control.
Note!
Figure 11. LEGACY RailSounds automatic Sequence Control
AT A STOP, after a long
pause - “Dispatcher, we
have a clear signal.”/ ”Roger
that.”
THROTTLE UP TO STEP
1 - Air brakes release,
RPMs up, departure
whistle.
SLOW BELOW
1/8 THROTTLE -
Bell on.
SLOW BELOW 1/3 THROTTLE
-Whistle arrival signal. “We
are arriving,”/ “Roger.”
Automatic Sequence Control
The actual dialog will vary.
1/8 THROTTLE -
Bell off.
SEQUENCE CONTROL
ENABLED (hold AUX1 for
3 seconds) - Ding-ding-
toot!
THROTTLE UP TO STEP
2+ - Bell on. "Train is
moving."/"Copy.".
1/3 THROTTLE -
Whistle signal (in
transit.).
3/4 THROTTLE -
Crossing signal "We are
at maximum authorized
speed.".
STOP - Bell
off. "We are in
position."/
"Copy.".
LEGACY RailSounds Sound System operations