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Lionel LEGACY User Manual

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LIONEL LEGACY
Control System
V1.6
Features:
71-4295-250

Table of Contents

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Lionel LEGACY Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerLionel
Year Introduced2007
Train MemoryYes
Display TypeLCD
Backward CompatibilityYes, with TMCC and conventional control
Remote ControlYes
Engine ControlYes
Accessory ControlYes
RoutesYes
Control System TypeDigital Command Control
CompatibilityLionel LEGACY, TMCC, and Conventional AC locomotives and accessories
Power SupplyAC
Sound ControlYes
Speed ControlYes
Direction ControlYes
Lighting ControlYes
Programming CapabilitiesYes
ExpandabilityYes
Communication ProtocolLEGACY, TMCC, Conventional AC

Summary

V1.6 Upgrade Requirements and Installation

Setting Up Your LIONEL LEGACY System

Direct Connection to Track

Step-by-step guide for connecting the LEGACY Command Base/Charger directly to the track.

LEGACY Command Base/Charger Overview

LIONEL CAB-2 Remote Controller Overview

Main Display and Navigation

Details on the main display, scroll, select, info, and CTC buttons for navigation.

Keypad and Control Inputs

Explanation of touch screen, throttles, sliders, and other physical controls.

Quick Start Guide: Getting Ready to Run

Initial System Setup and Power Up

Steps for powering up the LEGACY Base and charging the remote if needed.

Powering Up the Track

Instructions for correctly powering the track and troubleshooting power issues.

Quick Start: Engine Operation Basics

Addressing Your Engine

Procedure for telling the CAB-2 which locomotive to control.

Starting Your Engine's Sounds

How to activate the engine's sound system and display the control panel.

Quick Start: Using Key Controls

Velocity Throttle Operation

Using the rotary knob to control speed, sounds, and acceleration.

Multi-Controller for Direction and Speed

Using the center control for direction changes, boost, and brake.

Quick Start: Advanced Controls

Train Brake Slider Functionality

How to use the slider to apply train brake and affect laboring sounds.

Warning Sound Controller Usage

Operating the horn, whistle, and bell using the dedicated controller.

Quick Start: Speed Selection

CAB-2 Controller Introduction

Understanding CAB-2 Features

An overview of the CAB-2's addressing capabilities and expanded command set.

CAB-2 Controls: Velocity Throttle

LEGACY Velocity Throttle Operation

Detailed explanation of how the throttle controls speed, sounds, and auto-brake.

CAB-2 Controls: Advanced Throttle Functions

CAB-2 Controls: Multi-Controller Functions

The Multi-Controller Explained

Detailed usage of the Multi-Controller for direction, boost, and brake.

CAB-2 Controls: Independent Engine Brake

Independent Engine Brake Operation

How to use the independent brake for precise control of speed and engine sounds.

CAB-2 Controls: Train Brake System

The Train Brake and Slider

Explanation of train braking mechanics and the function of the train brake slider.

CAB-2 Controls: Train Brake Operation

Applying the Train Brake

Detailed steps and effects of applying the train brake for various scenarios.

CAB-2 Controls: Warning Sound Controller

Warning Sound Controller Usage

Guide to operating the bell, whistle, and horn with real-time quilling.

CAB-2 Controls: Specific Functions

CAB-2 Controls: Switch and Momentum Settings

SET, HALT, and Momentum Controls

Using SET for programming, HALT for stopping trains, and adjusting momentum.

CAB-2 Controls: Train Link Feature

Utilizing the Train Link Function

How to quickly access and operate cars within a train without remembering IDs.

CAB-2 Controls: RailSounds Laboring Effects

LEGACY RailSounds Control of Laboring

How momentum and train brake affect laboring sounds and intensity.

CAB-2 Controls: Official Rail Road Speed

Official Rail Road Speed Control

Using the Speed Button to select official railroad speeds with Crew-Talk dialog.

CAB-2 Controls: Touch-Screen Interface

Understanding Touch-Screen Icons

Explanation of touch-screen icons for engine start-up, shut-down, and addressing.

CAB-2 Controls: Steam Engine Icons

LEGACY Equipped Steam Engine Touch-Screen Icons

Interface icons for Steam and Steam Switcher engines at stop and underway.

CAB-2 Controls: Diesel Engine Icons

LEGACY Equipped Diesel Engine Touch-Screen Icons

Interface icons for Diesel and Diesel Switcher engines at stop and underway.

CAB-2 Controls: Other Engine Icons

Other LEGACY Equipped Engine Touch-Screen Icons

Interface icons for various other LEGACY equipped engine types.

CAB-2 Controls: TMCC Engine Icons

TMCC Engine Touch-Screen Icons

Interface icons for TMCC engines, including speed commands.

CAB-2 Controls: Acela Engine Icons

Acela Touch-Screen Icons

Interface icons specific to the Acela model.

CAB-2 Controls: Subway Engine Icons

Subway Touch-Screen Icons

Interface icons specific to Subway models.

CAB-2 Controls: Break Down Unit Icons

Break Down Unit Touch-Screen Icons

Interface icons for Break Down Units.

CAB-2 Controls: Non-Motor Unit Icons

Non Motor Touch-Screen Icons

Interface icons for Freight Cars, Passenger Cars, and Crane/Boom Cars.

CAB-2 Controls: Recording Actions

Recording and Playing Back Controller Actions

How to record, save, loop, and play back controller actions.

CAB-2 Controls: Feedback Feature

CAB-2 Controls: INFO Menu

CAB-2 Controls: Naming Procedures

CAB-2 Controls: Central Train Control (CTC)

CAB-2 Controls: System Settings (Part 1)

CAB-2 Controls: System Settings (Part 2)

Controlling Your Layout: Addressing Introduction

Controlling Your Layout: Options and Engine ID

Controlling Your Layout: Engines

Controlling Your Layout: Engine Customization

Controlling Your Layout: Engine Types

Controlling Your Layout: Engine Configuration

Controlling Your Layout: Engine Addressing

Controlling Your Layout: Trains

Controlling Your Layout: Lashup Building

Controlling Your Layout: Train Addressing

Controlling Your Layout: Building Trains

Controlling Your Layout: Adding Train Components

Controlling Your Layout: Accessories

Controlling Your Layout: Switches

Controlling Your Layout: Switch Addressing

Controlling Your Layout: Routes

Controlling Your Layout: Building Routes

Controlling Your Layout: Track Power Options

Track Power Options Continued

Railroad System Management: Engine Memory

Railroad System Management: User Modules

Railroad System Management: Software Updates

LEGACY CAB Control System Update Procedure

Step-by-step guide for updating the CAB-2 remote's software.

LEGACY BASE Control System Update Procedure

Step-by-step guide for updating the LEGACY Base's software.

Railroad System Management: Update Troubleshooting

Remote to Base Binding: Channel Matching

Remote to Base Binding: Communication and Charging

Table of Options: System Configuration

Table of Options: System Settings