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Wireless Starter System - Quick Start continued
Place Decoder Equipped Locomotive On Test Track
Make sure all wheels are on the rails. If not, there could be a short when power is first applied and
the booster short circuit alarm will sound.
Turn On The Power
Turn on power to all parts of the system. Watch the Command
Station’s LCD display for the startup messages. As soon as the
startup messages are completed, you will see the standard
default display, called the home page.
Rotate the LCD CONTRAST control to obtain the best looking display. Use this control to
improve the contrast between the letters and the background.
Check the ZoneMaster and its indicators. The ZoneMaster GP indicator will be on. The GP’s
green indicator signifies that it is properly connected to the Command Station. The yellow
LED indicates power is being supplied by the DCPS120. The DCPS120 green power
indicator will also be on. Check the RX904 wireless receiver indicators. The green ST light
will be randomly flashing which shows it is talking to the Command Station. If you have not
yet done so, turn on the T5000E throttle. Notice the green GP indicator is on. This shows that
the throttle and receiver are working properly.
Finally, look at the Command Station’s display. It should look
like the one to the right. Notice that T=1 which means there is
one active throttle, your wireless throttle. Also notice that
M=254 which means that one locomotive memory slot has now
been used. There are 254 slots remaining. The built-in throttles,
A and B are not in use.
Locomotive Decoder Address
Each locomotive must have a DCC compatible decoder installed. Each locomotive must have a
different “address.” The loco address is just like the address of your house - it is unique. If you
purchased a locomotive with a factory installed decoder, the manufacturer will usually program
the locomotive address to the locomotive’s cab number. If you purchased a decoder separately
then it will usually be on the default address of 3.
V6xx T=00 M=255
A=---- B=----
Install Batteries Into T5000E Throttle
The illustration below is from the T5000E User Guide. Make sure the batteries are oriented
correctly.
V6xx T=01 M=254
A=---- B=----
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