test the bell and whistle. Turn the light on and off. If every-
thing works correctly, then you can program the parameters
that you want.
To acquire your locomotive, select it’s current address on your
DCC system (address #3 if it is just out of the box). Press any
function button (other than F1 or F2) or bring the throttle up
one click. These steps, after turning on your DCC system,
acquire the locomotive’s address, and now you can run it.
Once these steps have been performed, follow the included CV
chart to program any new programming features you want into
the locomotive. For best results, you should initially program
your new Big Boy locomotive on a program track. You must
know how to properly use your DCC system’s programming
mode to program any decoder. If you are unsure of program
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ming a decoder with your system, please consult your DCC
system’s instruction book regarding programming or contact
the manufacturer of your DCC system for proper guidance.
Programming for DCC Operation - Digital Mode
This decoder supports all program methods including register
mode, paged mode, CV programming, direct mode and pro
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gramming on the main (OPS mode programming). Program
the locomotive the same way you would program any other
NMRA compatible decoder with your DCC system.
NOTE- Some DCC systems do not have enough power on the Program
Track for programming sound decoders. If your system is one of these, there
are Program track Boosters available from aftermarket DCC supplier.
NOTE- Because this locomotive has a dual function sound decoder on-
board, it does not support CV read back features.
Additional Information
The dual-function decoder installed in this locomotive should
perform well when used with any NMRA compatible DCC
system. You should be familiar with your DCC system’s pro
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gramming and operating functions to get the most enjoyment
out of any decoder equipped locomotive. For more informa-
tion about Register/CVs and their functions, please refer to the
NMRA DCC standards and recommended practices, RP-9.2.2.
This is available directly from NMRA or on their website at
www.nmra.org.
FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference
5. If the top voltage setting at maximum speed is too low, use
the power pack's throttle to adjust the top voltage setting.
6. To conserve battery life, use the throttle to control locomo-
tive speed and use the transmitter to activate sounds.
7. When finished running your locomotive, turn your power-
pack throttle to OFF and turn off the power pack’s power
switch. Any programming changes made in DC analog
mode will affect any prior DCC mode settings.
NOTE- Whenever you use the transmitter to control speed, direction,
or stop, [button numbers 3,4,5, and STP], this will over ride your power
pack's throttle control. If you want to regain use of the power pack's
throttle, use the transmitter to bring the loco to a stop. Then bring your
power pack's throttle knob to approx. the idle setting, then flip your
power packs direction switch. You will hear an audible air release, that
lets you know that the power packs throttle is now in control.
DCC Operation- Digital Mode
Your new Genesis
TM
Big Boy Locomotive will operate on any
NMRA compatible Digital Command Control [DCC] system.
The dual-function decoder has the following features:
• Synchronized steam chuff with random sounds
• 2 amp capacity
• Programmable for either 2 digit, (1-127) or 4 digit,
(1-9,999) addresses
• Programmable start voltage
• Programmable acceleration rate
• Programmable deceleration rate
• Programmable top voltage
• Programmable chuff rate
• Programmable volume
• Programmable 14-28/128 speed steps
• Directional lighting (FØ)
• 19 accessory sound functions, (F1-F19)
• Advanced consisting (CV19)
• OPS mode programming
• Compatible with NMRA DCC standard
• Complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules
NOTE- If you know someone with a DCC System, you can have them
program the individual sound volume configuration variables [CV] to
your liking.
The Genesis
TM
Big Boy Locomotive can be operated with the
steam sounds on or off, by double clicking your headlight but-
ton (FØ). When the steam sounds are turned off, all associated
sounds are also turned off.
Before attempting any programming, you should test run your
locomotive first on address #3 (factory default), to make sure it
works correctly out of the box. Run it forward and backwards,
2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesirable operation.
Troubleshooting
Always check the three steps below first if you encounter any
trouble with your Big Boy Locomotive.
1. Make sure the plug between the locomotive and tender are
securely connected.
2. When placing the locomotive on the tracks make sure all
wheels are properly aligned as not to cause a short circuit.
3. Make sure battery is correctly installed in the transmitter,
[DC analog use only].
Analog use:
1. Locomotive does not make sounds or respond when power
is applied to track. Check that power pack is plugged in, and
that wires to track are connected properly. Turn throttle to
zero position, turn the power packs power switch to off, wait
a few seconds, then try again as in the analog operation sec-
tion of the instructions.
2.
Sounds do not activate with transmitter all the time. Check
battery power and change if needed. Different atmospheric
conditions and/or metal pipes, conduits, and screen wire
scenery can cause range problems. Try holding the trans
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mitter antenna close to or on one of the running rails if the
locomotive is far away from you.
3. Locomotive does not idle, [starts moving at a low voltage],
or locomotive makes idling sounds but does not move. The
decoder has a memory, and may not have been shut down
correctly after it’s last use, in the DC analog mode only. Turn
the throttle up slowly to place locomotive in “True Idle”. You
can confirm the “True Idle” setting by changing the direction
switch on your power pack. You will hear an audible steam
noise and the headlight will change direction. If the headlight
does not change direction, you are not in “True Idle”. Turn
the throttle voltage down slightly and try again. Once you are
sure you are in “True Idle”, flip the direction switch again to
reset the decoder. This can occur in the DC analog mode with
the "Load Control" feature in it's "off" setting.
DCC use:
1. Locomotive runs on address #3, but will not take a 4 digit
address. Some DCC systems do not have enough power on
the program Track to program sound decoders.
2. Locomotive responds to Bell/Whistle functions but does
not move. CV #29 is not programmed correctly for either a
2 digit address or a 4 digit address. Input a value of “2” in
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