DCS Command System User’s Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
If I want to run conventional and DCS command mode locomotives on the same
track, what limitations will I have?
The speed on all the locomotives is limited to the setting you use for the Conventional
locomotive’s speed. For example, if you choose to run the Conventional locomotives
slowly and set the transformer for 10 volts, that is all the power that will be available to
the Command engine, limiting its speed as well.
What is the operating range of the DCS Remote?
Fifty feet or more. At distances greater than fifty feet, environmental factors such as
major power sources in the area may cause “noise” that could interfere with the opera-
tion of the remote.
Will the DCS Remote interfere with my telephone or with the operation of other
consumer products?
No. It complies with FCC regulations for toy remote controls and will not interfere with
other electronic products.
Can I retrofit my original Proto-Sound locomotives with the new system?
A Proto-Sound 2.0 upgrade kit has been created for older M.T.H. and non-M.T.H. steam
and diesel locomotives and can be purchased directly from the company’s website or
through an M.T.H. Authorized Retailer. Each kit consists of a Proto-Sound 2.0 circuit
board, a coil wound Proto-Coupler, various wire harnesses, new speaker, new recharge-
able batteries, new mounting brackets, and headlight and backup light bulbs. The kits are
warranted for 90 days when installed by a participating M.T.H. Authorized Service
Center. Each kit will require programming of a sound set prior to operation. The sound
sets can be downloaded from the M.T.H. website at no charge but will require the DCS
system in order to be uploaded into the upgraded locomotive.
Virtually all features found in factory equipped Proto-Sound 2.0 locomotives are included
in the Proto-Sound 2.0 Upgrade Kit. These include conventional and command mode
Proto Speed Control, full Ps2 digital sound effects, DCS command features, conventional
and command mode Proto-Coupler operation, conventional and command mode syn-
chronized puffing smoke on locomotives equipped with fan driven M.T.H. smoke units,
self recharging battery backup system and operating headlight control.
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