Jmri hardware support connecting to a digitrax dcs240. Hitting f8 once will mute sound and change from increasing it to decreasing it and vice versa. Ho scale decoder selection chart courtesy of digitrax. From the looks of the instructions all i need to do is hook up the red and black wires to the existing track pickups on the loco and then assign the same address as the loco. With the pr3 and decoder pro installed on a computer it makes a great programmer. If it is too large for your application, smaller speakers, 20mm, or 16 x 35mm rectangular, can be purchased from mrc, or other manufacturers. Premium 1 amp sound decoder ho scale digitrax, inc.
You can download a sound project into your digitrax soundfx decoder. The jmri sound file downloader lets you download spj sound files to a digitrax. You will need a digitrax pr3 and fred millers digitrax sound editing package spjhelper. I used digitrax 4 function decoders marketed for the athearn locos for these. The decoder sound downloader tool lets you load a new. Jmri hardware support connecting to a digitrax dcs52. Superior motor control matched with braking features and 100% accurate and original sound to match exactly how you are operating the locomotive for all load conditions. Digitrax sound question model railroad hobbyist magazine. However, it will only download sound files to the digitrax family of sound decoders. When all three have been selected, the appropriate decoder s will appear in the digitrax product box. The soundloader software, available for free from the digitrax website, is used to create sound projects spj and download them into a decoder thru the pr2 programmer.
My digitrax sound decoders are set at about 12 volume. Using digitrax soundloader and your pr3, you can change the sound projects your decoder plays. Jmri hardware support connecting to a digitrax pr3 xtra. Digitrax model railroad and train decoders for sale ebay.
More in the cheap category are the function only decoders from digitrax and tcs. Digitrax sdh166d sound decoder 8 bit with speaker ho scale bob the train guy. Esu 58823 loksound v5 dcc micro single wires sound decoder, factory sound file no programming add to wish list. Features wired mobile decoder with soundfx and accessory type functions for most ho scale locomotives. Reducing speaker size will affect the overall sound quality of this decoder. If you are using jmri, it handles this process for you. Digitrax introduced fx in the summer of 1995 in all of its premium decoders so if your decoder was made before then it does not have fx capability. This program can be used without the pr2 to examine existing sample spj files and play the individual. When you first select the download sounds tool, it opens a window with most of the. Sound only decoders model railroad hobbyist magazine. We manufacture all of our digital sound decoders in durango, co. Any one have any thoughts or comments on this particular sound only addon decoder. Series 5 digitrax decoders add the ability to add sound to regular mobile decoders with sound bug. Digitrax decoder sound quality model railroader magazine.
The dcs240 can only provide very limited current to the programming track, so digitrax has built a neutral mode into their sound decoders. Digitrax sound only sfx064d is the exception in having about 19 wires sprouting from it. The mrc sounder sound only decoder comes with a 28mm round 8ohm speaker. Esu 58823 loksound v5 dcc micro single wires sound decoder, baldwin. Model train sounds tsunami2 digital sound decoders soundtraxx. The amount of increase or decrease in sound volume depends on the sound increment set using cv. Changing sounds on digitrax sound decoder part 2 james. Digitrax sdh164d decoder woes model railroader magazine. I have a pr3 and down loaded a sound file that one of the digitrax yahoo sound members posted. To change the function buttons you have to edit the sound project file, recompile it and download it to the decoder. The sound project loaded into this decoder can be operated independently of any other dcc motor or function decoder.
Digitrax s soundloader software helps in this, but it is somewhat limited. Jmri sound project download tool not working properly. Cv122 product type, 12 digitrax sfx sound decoder read only value cv123 hardware version, 64 sdxh166 type decoder read only value cv2 diesel notch rate 127 cv3 steam chuffcam config, 128ext cam, 1127driver dia in inches63 cv4 steam gear ratio trim, 32100% ratio, 32. Digitrax soundfx programming explained model railroader. I was able to create a couple of customized sound projects and successfully download them. Digitrax makes every effort to keep this selector as accurate as possible however from time to time there are production changes to locomotives that may cause a recommended decoder to not fit as expected. The great thing about them is that in addition to controlling functions you get sound. Note that digitrax only guarantees programming for digitrax sfx decoders with properly installed loads, etc, but our testing has found that the pr4 will work. Digitrax s new soundfx decoders are a good choice for the modeler with a large fleet of steam engines or emd diesels to convert to dcc. Sound only decoders tend not to get a lot of press, simply because the majority of modellers would rather run a allinone decoder you know the names happy modelling, aim to improve, prof klyzlr. Visiti digitrax sound depot to learn how to customize the sound project in your decoder and how to download other projects. In the future, your locos not only run like the prototype. The tsunami2 digital sound decoder is designed to enhance your model railroading experience by giving you a wide variety of innovative features and only the. I have been developing sound for my athearn sd402 fleet by taking the guts out of an older unit and putting a digitrax sound only decoder in the locomotive.
Just put the soundfx equipped locomotive on the pr3 programming track and use. Mark up to receive great dcc tips and information about new products, pre. If another non sound fx compatible dcc decoder is connected to the track leads then cv readback of. Then move one box to the right and select the engine brand. Im looking to add a digitrax sfx0416 to my already digitrax decoder equipped diesel. Digitrax sound decoders are loaded with sound projects, stored in sound project. The pr2 and, i assume, the pr3 will program the cvs on pretty much any decoder. The unit comes preloaded with selectable steam and diesel sound schemes, but may be programmed to your desired sound set with the pr3 programmer. This ipl is only recommended for users with 64 bit systems or have had issues with vista win7win8. So, you can adjust cvs and addresses on any decoder, but you cant take a loksound or other non digitrax unit and replace the diesel sounds with steam. Cv122 product type, 12 digitrax sfx sound decoder read only value cv123 hardware version, 64 sdxh166 type decoder read only value. The sfx006 is one of the best sound only decoders available. The big advancement in sound decoders is downloadable sound files.
Soundloader runs on your pc and connects to your sound decoder using the digitrax pr3 programmer. The steam decoder has 8 steam locomotives in both articulated and nonarticulated configurations and selections of whistles and bells. Dcc decoders for model trains for sale online tonys trains. Ps i know youre concerned about it, but unlike the mrc, the digitrax units have a hardware am input for chuff sync. Digitrax sound decoders were going to be in kato locomotives. With soundloader you can easily manage the sound project files your decoders use. Digitrax sound decoders use cv11 for a sound time out. Sdn144k0a 1 amp n scale board replacement soundfxmobilefx3 function decoder for kato p42, e8, pa1, f40 and. What this means for the dealer is they only stock one dcc decoder and then download the locomotive sound file that the customer ordered. Check below to see if any firmware updates are available for download for your digitrax equipment. Using your pr3 programmer and soundloader software, its quick and easy to download sound project files into your digitrax fx decoders.
The early mrc decoders disappointed me, with cheezy sound, some of their later ones were excellent. Great deals on digitrax model railroad and train decoders. The full set of programmable cvs and the ability to download new sound sets make them useful for more advanced users, too. With soundloader you can easily manage the sound project files your decoders. Digitrax offers the soundbug sound only decoder that comes with 8 different steam and diesel sound packages. The sound only decoder usually has red and black wires to attach to the track connections as per the motor decoder and the same two speaker wires. When you invoke the spj sounds file editor tool from the loconet menu, you first. Just click on the above spj filename to start a download or email your request. The interesting thing about the soundbug is using a pr3 and the provided software you can download and. Weve included a button, which will allow you go directly to each decoder s product page. Ho dcc sound only decoder soundbug 245sfx006 quantity.
Used on current production sdn144k0a and sdn144k1e sound decoders. I was just wondering if any of you have had a similar problem with digitrax decoders and if this is a common problem or what. Digitrax sound depot allows you to download custom sounds for your sfx decoders. I never had the problem of the restart fiasco or the loco slowing down when the horn is blown. Spj sound project for digitrax sound decoders is available without charge. Soundtraxx also sells lighting boards specifically designed for either cabooses or passenger cars. Digitrax products sound decoders sound only decoders. An instructional video to explain how to use the esu lokprogrammer to download files into a loksound decoder.
Jmri hardware support connecting to a digitrax pr4. With the loksound family decoders we offer all model railroaders who want the utmost of authenticity on their layout, a real highlight. Dcc decoder and sound installations tonys train exchange. Next, click read to read the file this is a separate step so you can just click. When used with digitrax sfx decoders, neutral mode allows you to vary the speed without the motor moving the decoder, so you can hear how the locomotive sound reacts to varying speeds. Using the esu lokprogrammer to download files into a. Changing sounds on digitrax sound decoder part 2 posted on february 20, 2017 by james in last weeks post i shared with you a simple method of changing generic sounds on a digitrax sound decoder and how to adjust effects like volumes. Jmri does have the ability to download digitrax sound schemes to digitrax sound decoders. Our engineers record, edit and test for our decoders to ensure topquality. I was contemplating placing decoders in athearn sd40 2 locos, having done so in 3 sd40t2 locos. Ive played with the sound project files for the digitrax sfxsoundbug decoders a little bit. When jmri and the dcs52 is running a digitrax sound decoder, the motor is disconnected to reduce the current load. Digitrax dcc decoders n scale model trains fifer hobby.
Each decoder responds only to those commands addressed to it. This procedure is only needed when programming cvs above 255 on some older digitrax dcc systems and other systems not capable of cv inputs above 255. Sound sound only decoders model railroader magazine. Hardened frame but brittle, touchup filing only required. Drop in mobile sound decoders for kato n scale locomotives. Soundtraxx brings new dimensions in digital sound technology to your model railroad. With loksound, the excellent features of esu decoders are even more enhanced by the addition of sound functions.
Not every decoder will have functions beyond basic throttle commands available. Note that digitrax only guarantees programming for digitrax sfx decoders with properly installed loads, etc, but our testing has found that the pr3 will work. Nscale locomotives generally do not have the necessary space for both the sfx0416 and a motor decoder, as such the sfx0416 is not suitable for these applications. Wowsound decoders are the only decoders to provide four distinct operational modes. Some series 5 decoders have sockets for simply plugging in the sound bug while others require soldering to wire the sound bug to the decoder.
Hitting f8 twice will then step through 8 increments of volume. It is a bit involved to do and probably not worth the effort unless you want to play around with a number of the digitrax sound decoders. The dcs52 can only provide very limited current to the programming track, so digitrax has built a neutral mode into their sound decoders. Digitrax sound decoders are loaded with sound projects, stored in sound. Finally, the sfx0416 is an addon type sound decoder, meaning it traditionally works with a standard dcc motor decoder in locomotive applications. Browse different models, demo sound and functions, and download sound projects. Sdx default sounds for 16 bit sound projects digitrax, inc. Wowsound decoders by default give you that in the cab experience. I also decided place sound only decoders in dummy locos after watching the dvd and hearing joes comments. The selected scale will now be the only one showing in this box. But it does not work on the main, and im not sure itll work using the zephyrs programming track outputs via the locobuffer, either.
The interesting thing about the soundbug is using a pr3 and the provided software you can download and install other sound packages so you arent limited to the factory installed packages. Regardless of scale or prototype, we have a sound system for you. The trick with sound only decoders is getting the two decoders in synch as it were. Train control systems the leader in dcc decoder design. Mrc sounder 16 bit sound decoder with 28 additional. If you find a discrepancy in the decoder selector please let us know at our contact page. If youre using a pr3, it needs to be put into programmer mode before trying to download, see the main pr3 page. Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection at. Digitrax 20029 sfx006 soundbug for dh165xx decoders.
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