MODES OF OPERATION
There are 4 modes of operation with different levels of features accessible in each.
We refer to them as Conventional AC, DC, DCS, and DCC/Motorola. Here's a
little more explanation before we get into the features of each mode.
Analog DC
This is when there is nothing connected to the rails except a conventional DC
power pack. These power packs generally have at least one variable output
controlled by a throttle of some sort and a means of reversing DC polarity on the
track to change the direction of your engine.
DCS or Digital Control System
While the acronyms are close, this is about where the similarities between DCS and
DCC end. Yes, they are both digital control systems, however, M.T.H. DCS is
NOT DCC. There are several proprietary versions of DCC on the market, but this
is NOT one of them. M.T.H.'s DCS system is proven technology in the O and
One gauge markets and now, we've brought its power and simplicity it to you.
First, the power signal in DCS is NOT the command signal. Next, DCS employs a
fully functional bi-directional communication scheme opening a vast range of
advanced features and yet, is so simple and intuitive, you can enjoy them! No
programming tracks, bits and bytes, or conversion of binary to hexadecimal
numbers here! To add an engine in DCS, just press “ADD ENGINE.” After that,
If you want to start your engine, just press “START UP” or, to turn the sound on
or off, just press “SOUND.” No combinations of letters or numbers to remember!
We think you're really going to like this!
Please note, when making setting changes in DCS or DCC, such as address, please
wait a minimum of 5 Seconds after removing power to ensure the settings are
stored in the engines memory. Reapplying power in less than 5 seconds may result
in losing the setting changes.
DCC/Motorola or Digital Command Control
DCC/Motorola is a popular digital command control scheme wherein the track
power is also a digital control signal. That is, using a DCC/Motorolla controller,
you can communicate with multiple engines and have them all moving at different
speeds or moving in opposite directions on the same track at the same time. The
power/command signal remains constant and engines are “commanded” to
perform as desired. M.T.H. is new to DCC/Motorola but, we recognize it's
importance to many HO operators. So, we loaded our engine with more DCC
features easily accessible to the operator than any HO engine ever built previously.
You DCC/Motorola guys are in for a real treat!
Please note, when making setting changes in DCS or DCC,/Motorola such as
address, please wait a minimum of 5 seconds after removing power to ensure the
settings are stored in the engines memory. Reapplying power in less than 5 seconds
may result in losing the setting changes.
Conventional AC
When using conventional AC power, the engine will respond to changes in track
voltage. An increase in track voltage will increase the locomotive speed and a
reduction in track voltage will reduce the engine speed.
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