Qsi website and download the full manual for the diesel decoder. Atlas silver dash 840c 840cw train control systems. First built for union pacific in the late 1980s by general electric, the dash 840c diesel locomotives were identified by an enlarged exhaust stack and the mounting of the dynamic brake grids in a squarelike unit behind the cab, which housed an enlarged equipment blower fan. Nmra 8 pin plug for dcc decoder ready atlas master series gold additional features. Dash 840bw, dash 840c, dash 840cw, gp38, gp382, dccready. The current recommendation is for direct soldering, using either dz125, which controls headlights only or dz143, which controls headlight and two additional functions. Assuming this is a new atlas and to answer your question for stc, set cv49 to 4, set cv56 to 0. The factoryinstalled locomotives contain decoders unique to each locomotive according to the manufacturers exact specifications. Find your scale, manufacturer, and loco below to see digitrax recommended decoders. This section will assist you in selecting the correct soundtraxx digital sound decoder for your locomotive. Atlas 51942 n scale csx spirit of america dash 840cw deisel. Use either our dh123 headlight functions only or dh163 headlights plus additional functions for this installation. Designed by ge in the late 1980s for santa fe, the fouraxle, high horsepower dash 840bw is still in service today. As if thats not enough i also got a new atlas silver ge dash 840cw that i need to upgrade to dcc as well.
Tophobbytrains atlas diesel sound package for dash 8 40b dash 8 40bw dash 8 40bhw gp38 gp40 sd40 sd50. This installation of tcs t1pmh digital decoder is for ho scale atlas silver dash 8 40c and was performed by a. This one seems like it may be just a problem with decoder size but there is an issue with all the wires are black and red. Amtrak liked the design and ordered a modified version for passenger service, which was designated dash 832bhw. In august 2001, thenassociate editor jim hediger lauded the ho scale atlas dash 8 40b for its performance and detail. Digitrax dn163a1 board replacement decoder for atlas nscale sd60, sd60m, sd50 and others. Soundtraxx tsunami line comes in many different board arrangements and all of the models that come factory installed with sound can have a tsunami added after purchase. Finally got around to putting some footage together of my atlas dash 8 40 cw in conrail quality paint. Congratulations on purchasing an atlas n, ho, or 2rail oscale gold series locomotive that is equipped with an esu loksound select sounddecoder, an easytouse, versatile, and featurepacked dualmode sounddecoder. Dc and dcc operation of atlas gold series ho scale dash 840c. Dcc decoders for atlas dash 840cw nscale locomotive. Dcc includes railcom and railcomplus, with 14, 28 or 128 speed steps and with 2digit and 4digit addressing. Digitrax dcc decoders n scale model trains fifer hobby.
The most distinguishing feature of this model was the introduction of ges version of the widenose north american safety cab. Always test your decoder installation on a currentlimited program. N scale atlas csx dash 840cw with digitrax dn163a0 decoder and operating fr ditch lights. Use pr3 and soundloader software to download your own fully customizable sound scheme to the decoder. This style of cab would become a common sight on railroads across the country. Atlas 40002719 n canadian national ge dash 840cw diesel. Atlas offering is a well detailed, crisply painted model with a smooth, flywheelequipped drivetrain and an. Atlas dash 840cw dcc loksound csx lms atsf cn chessie.
In my qsi manual, it says that my engine, a dash 8 40cw, runs on a regulated throttle mode which prevents the engine from running too fast too quickly. Model train locomotive diesel locomotive ge general electric c408w. Atlas nscale diesels all dcc decoders in this list were designed either by nce or lenz to atlass specifications. Dc and dcc operation of atlas gold series ho scale dash 8.
With its powerful decoder, the atlas dash 840bw is better than ever. Atlas dash 8 40cw qsi stereo sound titan upgrade youtube. Tophobbytrains atlas diesel sound package for dash 840b dash 840bw dash 840bhw gp38 gp40 sd40 sd50. These custom ho scale atlas master series general electric dash 840cw locomotives have been equipped with qsis newest decoder the stereo 64bit titan. In august 2001, thenassociate editor jim hediger lauded the ho scale atlas dash 840b for its performance and detail. Well here it is, another how to video for the people that want to know. Hi all, i am new to dcc and was considering buying some atlas nscale dash 840cw locomotives but i want to set them up for dcc with sound.
Works on dcc or dc limited operation on dc works with nmra loco, accessory or signal addressing builtin warm white led can be disabled up to 3 outputs leds may be controlled separately builtin resistors just connect leds can function as an nmra signal decoder. Esu loksound micro select installation in atlas n dash 840cw. First built for union pacific in the late 1980s by general electric, the dash 8 40c diesel locomotives were identified by an enlarged exhaust stack and the mounting of the dynamic brake grids in a squarelike unit behind the cab, which housed an enlarged equipment blower fan. The esu lokprogrammer software will recognize the difference and ask you to proceed. Your dash 840cw is now wowsound equipped and ready to roll.
Decoder installation in an athearn diesel locomotive. The official online store for the atlas model railroad company, inc. N scale 462, 280 and 260 dcc installed locomotives. Start with the scale you model and then find your locomotive based on its manufacturer. With this 2016 release, the locomotive is available with a dualmode esu loksound select decoder, so it sounds as prototypical as it looks on both digital command control dcc and directcurrent dc layouts. Get usb driver here download manuals register a system. Your dash 8 40cw is now wowsound equipped and ready to roll.
As provided by atlas website 102408 both dcc ready and dcc equipped versions. Reviewed 1109 model railroader n scalers who model the modern day should be happy with atlas new release, general electrics dash 840cw road engine. Atlas offering is a well detailed, crisply painted model with a smooth, flywheelequipped drivetrain and an optional digital command control dcc decoder. Atlas nscale diesels all dcc decoders in this list were designed either by nce or lenz to atlas s specifications. Decoder is for ho scale atlas silver dash 8 40c and was performed by a. Mark up to receive great dcc tips and information about new products, preorders, sales, and special promotions. An12a0 fourfunction dcc decoder for atlas n scale locomotives. These custom ho scale atlas master series general electric dash 8 40cw locomotives have been equipped with qsis newest decoder the stereo 64bit titan. It says that there is a way to program it to standard throttle control but i didnt see how to. Any loksound select sound file can be written to any loksound select decoder. We modify the loco frame and custom wire the locomotive. This installation is based on installing a digitrax wired decoder in an athearn dash 944cw. How to add dcc to the new run of bachmann dcc ready dash 840cw.
The three upper pictures show the beautiful atlas silver dash 840c with its shell on. Optional dcc decoder microtrains 1015 or 1016 coupler options. The wiring seems to be a complex mass of plastic and wires. This is the gold model which comes with sound and dcc control from the factory. Hank boiselle, our master n scale installer and resident esu expert, installed an esu loksound select micro in an atlas dash 840cw. Not responsible for changes in manufacturer specifications. Sales, documentation, and support of these decoders are provided exclusively by atlas. Atlas ho dash 840cw engines atlas ho dash 840b engines atlas ho dash 840bw engines atlas ho dash 840bhw engines atlas ho dash 840c engines. Hank boiselle, our master n scale installer and resident esu expert, installed an esu loksound select micro in an atlas dash 8 40cw. Hi all, i am new to dcc and was considering buying some atlas nscale dash 8 40cw locomotives but i want to set them up for dcc with sound. N scale atlas csx dash 840cw with digitrax dn163a0 decoder. Atlas dash 840cw qsi stereo sound titan upgrade youtube. Ho master ge dash 840cw locomotive atlas model railroad. Reviewed 1109 model railroader n scalers who model the modern day should be happy with atlas new release, general electrics dash 8 40cw road engine.
Atlas dual mode decoder this allows you to switch from analog to digital and back again, without the typical. Aug 07, 2015 hank boiselle, our master n scale installer and resident esu expert, installed an esu loksound select micro in an atlas dash 8 40cw. Many of our installaitons include custom lighting and led installation. Because they are fairly simple internally and most of us whove been in the hobby for some years have a few of them. Railroad line forums problem with decoders for locos.
Enhancements included redesigned components, including microprocessors and software, as well. Ditch lights 840cw only number boards, sand fill hatch, and marker lights where appropriate by railroad 840cw only realistic diecast underframe fa. This installation covers how to install a digitrax decoder with wires in any athearn ho locomotive. N scale atlas csx dash 8 40cw with digitrax dn163a0 decoder and operating fr ditch lights. This decoder is loaded with features for you and the manual will help you to realize the full potential of this decoder. Mar 03, 2012 these custom ho scale atlas master series general electric dash 8 40cw locomotives have been equipped with qsis newest decoder the stereo 64bit titan. Atlas offering is a well detailed, crisply painted model with a smooth, flywheelequipped drivetrain and an optional dcc decoder. How to install a tcs cn decoder in atlas rs1 classic. Esta apenas com um alto falante mas pode receber dois. This installation is for a hoscale dash 8 40cw using a tcs wow121diesel decoder, akmb2 motherboard, ka4 keep alive.
The information in this section is designed to get you running your new sounddecoder. Dc operation of your atlas hoscale gold series general electric dash 8 40ccw locomotive. Ditch lights 8 40cw only number boards, sand fill hatch, and marker lights where appropriate by railroad 8 40cw only realistic diecast underframe fa. I placed it on my dccequipped layout and turned the power on. Due to concerns about the covid19 virus and public gatherings the western depots retail store will be closed until further notice. The three upper pictures show the beautiful atlas silver dash 8 40c with its shell on. To start off this install, we must first remove the front and rear coupler screws highlighted above and their housings. Kb884 wired decoder installation in atlaskato gp3035.
The sound decoder in your mp15dc locomotive is a qsi quantum titan with version 9 firmware. This means you can write a micro n scale 738xx file to an 8 pin or 21mtc select, and alternately a 734xx ho scale file to a micro or select direct decoder. With the couplers removed, while gently pulling outwards at each end and along each side of the frame, lift the shell off of the frame. For many years, atlas has offered quality ho scale diesel locomotives that contain a unique solderless wiring harness. I place my controllers locomotive selector on one, which is for running dc locomotives. In most cases, programming the qsi quantum titan decoder installed in your ge dash 8. Dcc decoders for atlas dash 840cw nscale locomotive model. Atlas n dash 8 40ccw locomotives first built for union pacific in the late 1980s by general electric, the dash 8 40c diesel locomotives were identified by an enlarged exhaust stack and the mounting of the dynamic brake grids in a squarelike unit behind the cab, which housed an enlarged equipment blower fan. I decided to test it today, before it goes on the shelf for a while. Includes and undecorated dash 840cw bachmann spectrum locomotive equipped with dcc. Bachmann ho scale ge dash 840cw diesel locomotive undecorated. Our shipping department will remain open to process phone, mail and internet orders and will continue to ship orders so long as the postal service and ups continue operations.
Atlas silver santa fe escala ho com decoder esu loksound select. Atlas dash 840cw dcc loksound csx lms atsf cn chessie system ns cnw. N scalers who model the modern day should be happy with atlas new release, general electrics dash 8 40cw road engine. Ho master ge dash 840cw locomotive, ho scale master atlas. Dc and dcc operation of atlas gold series diesel locomotives. Atlas n scale ge dash 840cw n scalers who model the modern day should be happy with atlas new release, general electrics dash 840cw road engine.
Board replacement decoder for atlas nscale gp402, u25b, sd35, trainmaster, b237, dash 8 40b and others. I place my controllers locomotive selector on one, which is. I recently received a union pacific atlas silver series dash 8 40c. Atlas ho dash 8 40cw engines atlas ho dash 8 40b engines atlas ho dash 8 40bw engines atlas ho dash 8 40bhw engines atlas ho dash 8 40c engines. Ditch lights 8 40cw only number boards, sand fill hatch, and marker lights where appropriate by railroad 8 40cw only. This user manual covers atlas gold series locomotives with qsi firmware versions 7, 8, and 9. N scale atlas csx dash 840cw with digitrax dn163a0. Atlas, dash 840cw, csx, patched cr, ho, dcc, sound, 7302.
Digitrax dcc decoders n scale model trains fifer hobby supply. An athearn diesel makes a good first decoder installation. Dcc ready separate coupler cut lever directional lighting golden white leds painted safety rails blackened metal wheels dual flywheel equipped 5pole skewed armature motor with a low friction mechanism factoryinstalled accumate magnetic knuckle couplers. Atlas 51942 n scale csx spirit of america dash 840cw. These sixaxle, 4,000 hp engines are still in service today in north america. Ez command dynamis allows the operator total freedom by integrating twoway wireless infrared technology into an advanced digital command control. Works on dcc or dc limited operation on dc works with nmra loco, accessory or signal addressing builtin warm white led can be disabled up to 3 outputs leds may be controlled separately builtin resistors just connect leds can function as an nmra signal decoder each output individually dimmable. Sep 08, 2010 this project utilizes a digitrax dn163a0 decoder. Alco c420 alco c628 alco c630 emd gp38 emd gp382 emd gp40 2005 or later emd gp402 2005 or later emd sd7 2003 or later emd sd9 2005 or later emd sd24 emd sd26 emd sd35 fm trainmaster ge b237 ge b307 ge b367 ge dash 840b ge dash 840bw ge dash 840c ge u23b. I recently received a union pacific atlas silver series dash 840c. Alco c420 alco c628 alco c630 emd gp38 emd gp382 emd gp40 2005 or later emd gp402 2005 or later emd sd7 2003 or later emd sd9 2005 or later emd sd24 emd sd26 emd sd35 fm trainmaster ge b237 ge b307 ge b367 ge dash 8 40b ge dash 8 40bw ge dash 8 40c ge u23b. The 4,000hp dash 840cw was produced by general electric between 1989 and 1993 as a followup to the successful dash 840c locomotive. This installation of tcs t1pmh digital decoder is for ho scale atlas silver dash 840c and was performed by a. Installing the atlas dcc decoder into atlaskato ho scale diesels.
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