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LocoMatic™ type3 ELECTRIC Sound & Control

for AC or DC track power by

Instructions rev 1.2

CAUTION:

this device can be damaged by static discharge.

please exercise care during installation to avoid this

possibility. discharge yourself to an electrical ground

(outlet cover screw) before removing this device from

its anti-static bag. please read instruction sheet

completely before attempting to install and operate

this product.

AC or DC TRACK POWERED SOUND & CONTROL

SYSTEM - ELECTRIC LOCOMOTIVES

OVERVIEW:

This sound / control system includes features that

have not previously been available in the model train industry.

DC operators should operate in LocoMatic™ COMMAND

CONTROL only. If operated with variable DC track power in

standard mode, then normal AC like sequencing will occur with

either a Horn or Bell constantly operating (unless switch 3 is set

on for calf mode). Conventional AC operation follows the usual

sequence of forward - neutral - reverse - neutral - forward

sequence pattern except that the initial state is switch selectable

for either start in forward or start in neutral. A locomotive can

also be switch locked in the forward position to accomodate

operation under automated situations. An additional direction

switch is provided so that if several locomotives are run in a

multiple unit lash-up simply set this switch on each locomotive to

specify which direction is forward. Recordings of actual diesel

locomotives, were digitized, to be reproduced by the

microprocessor sound system so that the sounds you hear will

be as prototypically correct as possible. Sounds produced

include user controlled horn and bell, periodic air system release,

brake release and diesel prime mover sound automatically

adjusted to speed and load conditions. The prime mover sound

can also be user forced to its full throttle position. This sound /

control system also incorporates provisions for directional head

and back up lights, also marker lights as well as other lighting,

including roof top strobes. Most lighting can also be manually

controlled by means of the LocoMatic™ controller. The

LocoMatic™ controller is also used to activate optional electric

coil couplers (requires additional item 501 and coil couplers) for

remote uncoupling of the locomotive from its train.

This sound / control system can be operated by all known classic

and modern power transformers that output low voltage 6-18

vAC or up to 25vDC to the track and will also operate with Lionel

Trainmaster in conventional mode. See appended instructions

regarding the operation of this sound / control system in

LocoMatic™ command mode simultaneously with Lionel

Trainmaster Command Control.

Additionally the sound / control system will operate with the

LocoMatic™ controller either in conjunction with your

transformer or independently with a fixed voltage supplied

through the LocoMatic™ controller to the track.

If all you want are sounds, merely connect the speaker and track

power inputs. As long as the internal e-unit remains in sync with

the LocoMatic™ sound/control systems e-unit the sounds will be

produced in sync with the locomotive.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:

This sound / control system

consists of a main printed circuit board with an additional small

circuit board attached by a wire harness. Also included are two 5

volt light bulbs (item #756), one 0.1 mfd capacitor, two 2 pin, and

a 9 pin connector.

Refer to pages 6 and 7 to familiarize yourself with the connectors

and controls on the sound / control board. Before proceeding

with the installation, read the balance of the instructions carefully

so you will be completely familiar with what is required and what

sounds you should hear.

The main circuit board measures 1.25"w x 4.5"l x 0.8"h and

should be mounted where space permits using the double sided

tape attached to the circuit board. The small circuit board (13/16"

x 39/64"), called the sw/vol board, contains the volume control

and 6 switches. It should be mounted so that the controls are

accessible either through the frame or via a hatch or a hole in the

body shell. Double sided tape is supplied to mount this board.

Other double sided tape or small screws may also be used to

mount the sw/vol board. Be certain that the components on the

circuit boards or traces do not come in contact with any metal

objects as such contact can destroy the sound / control system.

LIGHTING INSTALLATION:

The 9-pin connector is located in the

middle of the main circuit board. This connector supplies an

output of 5 volts for lighting applications as follows:

1 ....... Red .......... +5 volts

2 ...... Orange ..... +5 volts

3 ...... White ....... Lmp F ....... automatic / manually* controlled

headlight

4 ....... Blue ......... Lmp R ....... automatic / manually* controlled

back up light

5 ...... Yellow ...... Mkr F ........ automatic / manually* controlled

forward marker lights

6 ....... Brown ...... Mkr R ........ automatic / manually* controlled

rear marker lights

7 ...... Violet ....... Aux 1 ........ manually* controlled as desired

8 ....... Gray ........ Aux 2 ........ manually* controlled as desired.

Aux 1 & 2 can be number boards, ditch

lights or other lighting depending on

equipment on specific locomotives.

9 ....... Green ....... Cab 2 ........ primary use is for rooftop strobe

or mars lighting.

*requires LocoMatic™ Controller.

SPEAKER INSTALLATION:

The 8 ohm speaker should be

mounted as per available space bearing in mind that sound

reproduction is enhanced when a speaker is properly enclosed

and baffled. The speaker is to connect to a 2 pin connector

located near the center edge of the main circuit board.

The speaker generally should be mounted so that the sound can

actually "get out" of the locomotive. A hole in the floor or fuel tank

is acceptable but open grills or a doorway may be a better choice

as the sound can exit upward rather than down toward the track.

In some cases, particularly with plastic body shells, just mounting

the speaker against the shell, preferably with a few openenings

Summary of content (14 pages)

PAGE 1
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: This sound / control system consists of a main printed circuit board with an additional small circuit board attached by a wire harness. Also included are two 5 volt light bulbs (item #756), one 0.1 mfd capacitor, two 2 pin, and a 9 pin connector. LocoMatic™ type3 ELECTRIC Sound & Control for AC or DC track power by Instructions rev 1.2 CAUTION: this device can be damaged by static discharge. please exercise care during installation to avoid this possibility.
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do so. The BELL can also be activated by the BELL button on the LocoMatic™ controller. The BELL sound will latch "on" when the bell control is activated and will latch "off" when the control is again activated. When deactivating, the BELL will stop at the end of a ring. BELL sound can also be requested when electric cooling fans sound has been turned "off". Again, a manual switch allows the bell to be deactivated for multiple locomotive operation.
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either the forward or neutral position as you have selected. Momentary interuptions of power will allow the locomotive to sequence through the usual direction positions. Sequencing can be accomplished either by a direction switch or by turning the speed control to "off" and then back "on". some cases, 1.5 volt bulbs have been used for marker lights and / or headlights. There are many variations of these 1.
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Sound & Control System remains powered. ALT / AUX ......................turns rear aux lights "on" or "off" COUPLER......................activates coupler the locomotive's trailing To turn all Mars and Strobe lighting effects off, merely press and release the Alt-Horn button a third time. ALT / COUPLER ............activates coupler the locomotive's leading The optional electric coil couplers are activated ONLY by the LocoMatic™ controller.
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In some situations for two rail operators, it may be simpler to connect the choke between the lamp base and the proper rail previously going to the lamp base. Either method is acceptable as long as the choke is in series between the track and the load and the bases of each car are not connecting to each other with metal couplers. except that the locomotive will no longer respond to the whistle and bell controls on your transformer.
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COMMON HORN SIGNALS SOUND INDICATION short ..........................apply brakes, stop 2-long ........................release brakes, proceed long, 3-short ..............flagman protect rear of train 4 or 5 long .................recall flagman 2-short .......................acknowledgment 3-short .......................back up movement 4-short .......................call for signals short, long .................inspect train line for leak or brakes sticking 2-long, short ..............
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installation - connections to main board LocoMatic™ Main Board The small connectors are handled better using a tweezers or small needle nose pliers to place the connectors together. When seperating the connectors DO NOT pull on the wires! Instead, slide a tweezers (or small flat screwdriver between the top connectors lip and the board mate. Care must be taken when handling these small connectors.
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Electical parts and their symbols Electrical symbol Physical anode shown larger than actual size Electrical symbol Physical shown larger than actual size light bulb LED (light emitting diode) flat side = short lead = cathode anode shown larger than actual size resistor diode Wiring various Lighting Effects Red or Orange Wire Red or Orange Wire 68 ohm 100 ohm (blue, gray, black) (black, brown, brown) Marker Indicators (1.
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AC track power installation - Series Motor / Track connections Help for Am Flyerl series motors. This picture shows where Main Power / Motor Connections Place 0. 1mfd capacitor (chicklet) across motor brushes. the wires are normally terminated. Colors indicated are those that match the LocoMatic™ board connector and not the locomotives existing wires. Motor Brushes 1 Red 2 Brown Field1 - connect original red to Yellow (5) 1 Field2 - connect original black to Orange (6) 2 3 ......Blue 4......
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track power installation - DC Motor / Track connections Main Power / Motor Connections 3 rail operators: If the engine does not have a chassis (outside rail) pickup from each truck you should add one to prevent intermittent track pickup from occuring. Adding multiple center rail pickups will also help. Place 0.1mfd capacitor (chicklet ) across motor brushes. Motor Brushes 1 ......Red 2 ......Brown 1 2 Track Power Input 3 ......Blue (3 rail ........ center roller pickup) (2 rail .......
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Although the following sample installations show diesel locomotives all is applicable to Electric's no lights Headlight Headlight and Number Boards Rear Marker Lights and Number Boards Number Boards and Interior Lights Marker Lights Sample installation - Am. Flyer GP-7 When mounting in a GP-7, things get a bit tight. Shown is how to place the main board. The sw/vol board may be placed so that the controls show through the bottom where the reversing unit lever was already punched out as shwon below.
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Single Speaker mounting template. Headlights were mounted using a brass tube as a shroud. The sw/vol board was mounted with double sided tape placed on the front side of the board and then made black with a marker. Carefully fold the gray flat wire to fit. Observe the speaker polarity in all cases! For two 1.5" speakers, wire them in series. When installing four 1.5" speakers (item #661) wire in series parallel as shown in the speaker insert. Double Speaker mounting template.
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Sample installation - Short GG-1 Place 1/16" tape on board to prevent motor / chassis from shorting to board. Make spacers, with slot guides to hold board, to raise board brom bottom to clear wires. Position board on angle to clear shell / chassis and motors when swung to full extent (motors move to negotiate tight curves). Use a non-conductive glue to hold board on spacers. "Quick Grag" works well for this. Make rear support bracket to keep board from tipping.
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Choke installation When using other equipment on the same track with the LocoMatic™ system, it is neccessary to install choke's in series with the other items drawing power. These other items could be lighted cars or other engines running in the consist. This is neccessary to insure proper signal strength from the LocoMatic™ Controller. Without proper signal strength, the locomotive could receive improper instructions or no instructions at all when an operation is selected from the LocoMatic™ Controller.