MRC Synchro Sound2 User manual

SET UP
Connect the two wires from the Synchro Sound2 to the track outputs from your DCC
System or any convenient section of your track rails. Polarity does not matter.
Go to address #3. The Synchro Sound2 is pre-programmed with address #3 and zero
momentum at the factory. Select the locomotive on your layout that you wish to pair with
the Synchro Sound2. Program the Synchro Sound2 to have the same DCC address as the
locomotive. Once completed the locomotive and Synchro Sound2 will operate seamlessly
together. NOTE: The Synchro Sound2 will only pair with one locomotive at a time, and
must have its address changed to pair with a different locomotive address. To change
Synchro Sound2 address without changing the locomotive address, you must remove the
locomotive currently paired from the track.
OPERATION
The Synchro Sound2 has a start up and shut down feature. If the locomotive was
previously shut down you have to start up the engine. Press any function key to start up
the engine before operating the locomotive. To shut down the engine you must bring the
locomotive to idle and then press F8 three times.
Double pressing F1 (two pressings within approximately 1 second) will turn on/off the
diesel rumble.
Double click F0 will turn on/off sound (CV49). You can’t turn off the horn which is
always on. The system has four types of diesel prime movers, plus “off”. You can use
F12 to select this feature or use CV 123. You can use F19 to select 34 different horn
sounds and use F18 to select 8 different bell sounds. With MRC Prodigy DCC which has
28 functions, you can easily setup and access all the decoder’s functions. If your DCC
System is limited in functions or can not program CV’s you may not be able to access
all the features of the Synchro Sound2. With some DCC Systems you will have to use
CV programming to set up your Synchro Sound2.
The Synchro Sound2 default is set to automatic notch. You can program CV122 to 3 for
manual notch for realistic operation. And then use F9 to notch up and use F8 to notch
down.
There are many more program features available with the Synchro Sound2. Please refer
to the CV Chart to explore other features of the system.
FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interfer-ence that may cause undesired
operation.
RETURN PROCEDURE
This system carries a 6 month warranty against factory defects. This warranty does
not include abuse, misuse, neglect, improper installation, or any modifications made to
this system. If it should become necessary to return the system for warranty repair/
replacement, please include a copy of the original sales receipt. Please include a
letter (printed clearly) with your name, address, daytime phone number, and a detailed
description of the problem you are experiencing. Please also include a check or a money
order for $14.00 to cover return shipping and handling. If the system is no longer
considered under warranty, then please include a check or a money order for $29.00 to
cover the cost of repair or replacement and return shipping and handling. Be certain to
return the system only. Any questions regarding Warranty Policy can be
directed to our Customer Service Department by calling
732-225-6360 between the hours of 9am and 5pm EST, or by emailing:
[email protected]
MRC Synchro Sound2
No. 0000750
Congratulations! You have just purchased one of the most
advanced DCC sound systems available today. The
Synchro Sound2 will bring your model railroading to life
with realistic model railroading sounds for Non-Sound
DCC Decoders.
•Four types of synchronized diesel prime mover sounds to
choose from: EMD645E, EMD567, ALCO244 & EMD710
•34 different types of horns and 8 types of bells
•Programmable individual sound volumes
•Programmable either 2-digit or 4-digit addresses
•Programmable start voltage and top voltage
•Programmable acceleration and deceleration rates
•Programmable 14, 28, 128 speed steps
•Selectable factory default speed curve
•Advanced speed table control CV67-CV94
•Kick start voltage control CV65
•28 accessory functions (F1-F28)
•Supports advanced consisting (CV19)
•Supports programming on the main (OPS mode)
•Compatible with NMRA DCC standards
•Complies with Part 15 of FCC regulations
Set up & operational instructions on the back of this guide.

CV Register Description Range Default
CV1 R1 Short address 1-127 3
CV2 R2 Start voltage 0-32 0
CV3 R3 Acceleration 0-32 0
CV4 R4 Deceleration 0-32 0
CV5 --- Top voltage 0-32 32
CV6 Speed curve select (0=linear, 1=slow
increase, 2=fast increase at slow speed 0-2 0
--- R6 Page number --- ---
CV29 R5 Basic configuration --- 2
CV7 R7 Manufacturer version number --- 32
CV8 R8 Manufacturer ID --- 143
CV17 --- Long address upper byte 192-231 192
CV18 --- Long address lower byte 0-255 3
CV19 --- Advanced consist address 0-127 0
CV49 Sound on/off except horn that isalways on 0-1 1
CV50 --- Horn type (34 types) 0-33 4
CV51 --- Horn volume 0-3 3
CV52 --- Bell type (8 types) 0-7 3
CV53 --- Bell volume 0-3 3
CV54 --- Bell ring rate 0-50 3
CV55 --- Diesel rumble volume 0-3 3
CV56 --- Brake squeal volume 0-3 3
CV57 --- Dynamic brake volume 0-3 3
CV58 --- Air release volume 0-3 3
CV59 --- Air pump volume 0-3 3
CV60 --- Safetypop valve volume 0-3 3
CV61 --- Engine cooling fan volume 0-3 3
CV62 --- Coupling volume 0-3 3
CV64 --- Rail wheel clack 0-3 3
CV65 Kick start voltage 0-63 63
CV67-94 28 speed steps table while CV29.4=1 1-255 linear
CV105 --- User identification number 0-255 0
CV106 --- User identification number 0-255 0
CV113 --- Coupling fire volume 0-3 3
CV114 --- Brake release volume 0-3 0
CV115 --- Auto brake squeal enable/disable 0-1 1(enable)
CV122 --- Notch mode, 0=auto, 3=manual 0-3 0
CV123 Primemover types: 0=EMD645, 1=EMD567,
2=ALCO244, 3=EMD710, 4= ON/OFF 0-4 2
CV125 --- Programming to "1" will restore some CV's
to factory s ettings --- 0
0CV21 --- When CV21=0, functions follow its own address.
CV21=1, functions follow the consist address ---
PROGRAMMING
Function Idle/Moving
Double F0 Double click F0 within 1 second will turn on/off sound (CV49)
F1 Bell on/off
F2 Horn
F3 Air release
F4 Uncoupling lever
F5 Brake release (idle) / brake squeal (moving)
F6 Dynamic brake on/off
F7 Air hose firing/uncoupling lever
F8 Click 3 times during idle will shut down / notch down while CV122=3
F9 Engine cooling fan / notch up while CV122=3
F10 Rail wheel clack (only moving)
F11 Traction air compressor
F12 Select four prime diesel mover types and diesel off
F13 Air release
F14 Coupling
F15 Air pum p
F16 Associated loco sound
F17 Flange noise 1
F18 Change bell type (use F1 to turn off bell after adjustment)
F19 Horn type select (total 34 different horns)
F20 Associated loco sound
F21 Change bell volume (use F1 to turn off bell after adjustment)
F22 Change horn volume
F23 Change diesel rumble volume
F24 Air Release
F25 Flange noise 2
F26 Associated loco sound
F27 Sand drop
F28 Air release
Bell, Dynamic Brake and Rail Wheel Clack cannot play at the same time. If you
activate the Bell sound [F1], while either the Dynamic Brake or Rail Wheel Clack
sounds are in use, the Bell sound will override the other 2 sounds. Rail Wheel
Clack cannot play while the locomotive is in idle. When you turn off Dynamic
brake and Rail Wheel Clack sound there will be one second delay.