RailKing R-17 Subway Set OPERATOR’S MANUAL Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O-31 Gauge track system, including ® ™ M.T.H.’s RealTrax or ScaleTrax or traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See page 19 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.
Table of Contents Set Up Checklis t................................................................................................... 3 Lubrication.............................................................................................3 Checking The Battery.............................................................................3 Basic Operation .....................................................................................................4 Activating Features................................
Set Up Checklist • • • Lubricate the locomotive Check to see whether the battery needs to be charged for full sound effects 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” in Fig. 1. Do not over-oil and avoid getting lubricant on flat surface of pickup roller. Use only a drop or two on each pivot point.
Basic Operation Throttle Throttle up the power to your track. Advance the throttle until 12 – 16 volts is applied, then put the subway set into forward motion by either firmly pressing the Direction button on your transformer or remote once or dropping and advancing the throttle. Bell - To sound the bell, quickly press and release the Bell button. If you press the button for too long, you will trigger the Transit Announcement Sounds described later in this book.
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 Because Proto-Sound 2.0 is an all-new system developed by M.T.H.'s own research and development team, it operates differently from original Proto-Sound. Most Proto-Sound 2.
Operating Modes 1. Manual Mode Upon initial power application, the engine will start up in manual mode. The chart below lists the features available to the operator when in Manual Mode. Different features are available when operating in Learn and Auto Modes, which are described later. Feature to Be Activated Transit Announcement Sounds (TAS) Speed Control On/Off Lock into a Direction Reset to Factory Defaults (including default Auto Mode route settings) Button Code: 1 Bell (depress button approx. 2 secs.
2. Learn Mode In Learn Mode, the engine may be programmed with either an "Out & Back" route or a "Loop" route. An "Out & Back" route begins at the 1st station (as programmed by the operator), stops at intermediate stations, ends at the last station, then reverses its route until it reaches the 1st station. A "Loop" route begins at the 1st station (as programmed by the operator), stops at intermediate stations, ends at the last station, and then begins the route over again at the 1st station.
2. Enter Learn Mode by pressing Horn-Bell-Bell-Bell-Bell. The train will then announce that you have entered Learn Mode. 3. Press and hold the Bell button to scroll through the available stations until you hear the one that you would like to be your first stop. Release the button quickly as soon as you have heard the desired stop name. 4. Press and hold the Horn button until a "saved" response confirms that station's location and name are saved in memory. 5.
Auto Mode When you have finished programming your stations in Learn the car will be in Manual Mode. Running in Forward, stop the car at the location of the first programmed station by pressing the Direction button. Press Bell-Horn-Horn to put the train into Auto Mode. Press the Direction button again to begin operation in Auto Mode. Because Auto Mode operation begins at the first stop, the next stop announced will be the second stop.
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.
Locking Locomotive 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 button once followed by three quick taps of the Bell button, allowing approximately ½ second to lapse between each quick button press.
Maintenance Lubricating and Greasing Instructions The engine should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly. Regularly lubricate all axles and linkage components 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.
5. Repeat the procedure for the other motor and truck. 6. Reassemble the chassis and body, being careful that the wires are not caught between the body and chassis, as this can lead to a short that may damage the electronics beyond repair. 7. Before replacing body mount screws, test the unit on powered track to make sure all light housings are in place and functioning. Replace screws and door slider handles.
Lightbulb Replacement Instructions Interior Lights To replace the interior lights in the powered unit: 1. Follow the shell removal instructions found in the “Lubrication and Greasing” section of this booklet. 2. Pull bulb straight out to remove. ( See figure 5) Gently Pull Bulbs Away From Socket To Remove Figure 5 To replace the interior lights in the unpowered units: 1. Remove the four Phillips screws from the chassis (same as power unit), then lift the body away from the chassis.
Headlights To replace the headlights and other end-of-car lights in the powered unit: 1. Remove the shell as described in the “Lubrication and Greasing” section of this booklet. Gently Pull Bulbs Away From Socket To Remove 2. Pull out the bulb shown in Figure 8 to replace the Number/Destination Board bulb. Figure 8 3. To replace the headlight bulbs, remove the harness witht the blue 2 pin connector shown in Figure 9. 4.
Self Charging Battery Back-Up The two special AA size 1.5v NiCad self-charging batteries recharges continuously during train operation and should last for up to five years. The batteries are dry battery that should not leak or cause any damage to your engine. Depending upon when your engine was built, they may need to be charged right out of the box.
Traction Tire Replacement Your subway set is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on each powered truck block. While these tires are extremely durable, you may need to replace them at some point. First, remove the truck sides from the truck block. To do this, turn your engine upside down and remove the truckside mounting screws as seen in (figure 12). Screws to Remove Trucksides Once the truck sides have been removed: 1.
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 (telephone: 410-381-2580; fax: 410-423-0009; service@mth-railking.com, 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532). Starting Up Remedy When I press the horn button, the bell comes on instead.
Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart Proto-Sound 2.0 is designed to work with most standard AC transformers. The chart below lists the many compatible transformers. Note that many of the operational commands described in these instructions require a bell button, so if your transformer does not have its own bell button, you should consider adding one to get the full benefit of the system. In addition, the chart details how the terminals on these transformers should be attached to your layout.
Additional Features Accessible With The DCS Remote Control System (Additional equipment required) While conventional mode operation of a Proto-Sound 2.0 engine yields wonderfully realistic sound and several train control features, command mode operation allows the user to access a world of command functions never before accessible to O Gauge railroaders.
Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty When you suspect an item is defective, please check the operator's manual for standard operation and trouble-shooting techniques that may correct the problem. Additional information may be found on the M.T.H. Website. Should you still require service, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service. First, e-mail, write, call or fax a M.T.H.
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER 7020 Columbia Gateway Dr. - Columbia, MD 21046 Information: 410-381-2580 Fax: 410-381-6122 www.mth-railking.com PARTICIPATING N.A.S.C.
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER 7020 Columbia Gateway Dr. - Columbia, MD 21046 Information: 410-381-2580 Fax: 410-381-6122 www.mth-railking.com PARTICIPATING A.S.C.
MAINE WHEELS, WINGS & THINGS LUDLOW 207-532-6277 MARYLAND PLAZA HOBBY CUMBERLAND 301-729-6424 HOBBYTOWN U S A FREDERICK 301-694-7395 TREASURED TOYS SALEM 603-898-7224 NEW JERSEY COUNTRY AND STUFF ANDOVER 973-786-7086 KROSS HARDWARE WEST BABYLON 631-669-3069 COLUMBUS TRAIN STATION COLUMBUS 609-518-1800 NORTH CAROLINA ATLANTIC RAILS HAMMONTON 609-567-8490 ENGINE HOUSE HOBBIES GAITHERSBURG 301-590-0816 GRAND CENTRAL STATION KEARNY 201-955-6200 J & B TRAINS HAGERSTOWN 240-420-4930 J & B TRAINS, INC.
TRAINS-N- THINGS NORTH CANTON 330-499-1666 THE STATION NEW CUMBERLAND 717-774-7096 CHESTERFIELD HOBBIES MIDLOTHIAN 804-379-9091 GRAND PACIFIC JUNCTION OLMSTEAD FALLS 440-235-4777 FRYER'S STORE ORWIGSBURG 570-366-2258 DAVIS HOBBY SUPPLIES PORTSMOUTH 757-397-1983 RICK'S TOY TRAINS TOLEDO 419-478-0171 CHESTNUT TOYBOX PHILADELPHIA 215-545-0455 TOY TRAIN CENTER RICHMOND 804-288-4475 ERIE RAILWAY DEPOT TROY 937-440-9972 TOBY TYLER'S HOBBY CENTER PITTSBURGH 412-653-5030 NUTBUSH EXPRESS VICTORIA 434-696-
