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GE ES44
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Summary

Introduction

The Prototype

Details about the real-world GE AC4400 locomotive, its design history, and features.

The Model

Handling

General advice on safe operation and movement of the model.

Removal From Packaging

Specific steps for safely unboxing the locomotive.

Storing Your Model

Guidance on proper orientation and care when storing the model.

Disassembly

Instructions on how to take the locomotive apart.

Cleaning

Procedures for maintaining the model's appearance.

Lubrication

Lubrication Guidelines and Points

Advice on appropriate lubricants and application points for the model.

Operating On DC

DCC & Sound Ready Models

Operation specifics for non-sound models on DC power.

DCC & Sound Equipped Models

Operation specifics for sound models on DC power.

Operating On DCC

Getting Started

Initial steps for operating the locomotive using DCC.

Adding a Decoder

DIP Switches and Configuration

How DIP switches affect DCC lighting and features.

Sound Volume Adjustments

Methods for adjusting master and individual sound volumes.

Basic DCC Functions

F0 Headlights

Controls directional headlights, dimmable via F12.

F4 Dynamic Brakes

Simulates dynamic brake operation, idling non-equipped locos.

F5 DPU Lights

Manages Distributed Power Unit lights for rear-of-train indication.

F6 Ditch Lights

Controls front/rear ditch lights, flasher options available.

F9 Drive Hold

Locks speed step while allowing sound changes.

F10 Independent Brake

Activates braking function to stop the locomotive.

F12 Headlight Dimmer

Reduces headlight brightness and turns off ditch lights.

F14 Numberboards Off

Toggles number board lights off, useful for trailing units.

Basic DCC Functions (continued)

Ground Lights and Walkway Lights

Automatic lighting that activates with startup/shutdown.

ESU Power Pack

Energy storage for brief power interruptions.

Basic Programming Notes

Digitrax CV Programming for CVs Over 255

Procedure for programming high CVs on older DCC systems.

Basic Programming Notes (continued)

CV2 Start Voltage (Vmin or Vstart)

Sets the minimum speed at throttle step 1.

CV3 Acceleration Rate

Adjusts the time taken to reach maximum speed.

CV4 Deceleration Rate

Adjusts the time taken to stop from maximum speed.

CV5 Maximum Voltage (Vmax, Vfull)

Sets the maximum speed the locomotive can achieve.

CV6 Midrange Voltage (Vmid, Vhalf)

Sets the speed at the midpoint of the throttle range.

CV8 Resetting the Decoder

CV17 Long Address (Ad4) - High Byte

Configuring the high byte for long DCC addresses.

CV18 Low Address (Ad4) - Low Byte

Configuring the low byte for long DCC addresses.

Manually Programming a Long (Ad4) Address

Step-by-step guide for manual long address programming.

CV29 Configuration Register

CV163;164 Alternate Horn and Bell Sounds

CV163 Horns (Sound CV9)

Allows selection of different horn sound options.

CV164 Bells (Sound CV10)

Allows selection of different bell sound options.

Auto Bell

Auto Bell Timer

Controls the duration the bell rings after the horn.

Summary

Introduction

The Prototype

Details about the real-world GE AC4400 locomotive, its design history, and features.

The Model

Handling

General advice on safe operation and movement of the model.

Removal From Packaging

Specific steps for safely unboxing the locomotive.

Storing Your Model

Guidance on proper orientation and care when storing the model.

Disassembly

Instructions on how to take the locomotive apart.

Cleaning

Procedures for maintaining the model's appearance.

Lubrication

Lubrication Guidelines and Points

Advice on appropriate lubricants and application points for the model.

Operating On DC

DCC & Sound Ready Models

Operation specifics for non-sound models on DC power.

DCC & Sound Equipped Models

Operation specifics for sound models on DC power.

Operating On DCC

Getting Started

Initial steps for operating the locomotive using DCC.

Adding a Decoder

DIP Switches and Configuration

How DIP switches affect DCC lighting and features.

Sound Volume Adjustments

Methods for adjusting master and individual sound volumes.

Basic DCC Functions

F0 Headlights

Controls directional headlights, dimmable via F12.

F4 Dynamic Brakes

Simulates dynamic brake operation, idling non-equipped locos.

F5 DPU Lights

Manages Distributed Power Unit lights for rear-of-train indication.

F6 Ditch Lights

Controls front/rear ditch lights, flasher options available.

F9 Drive Hold

Locks speed step while allowing sound changes.

F10 Independent Brake

Activates braking function to stop the locomotive.

F12 Headlight Dimmer

Reduces headlight brightness and turns off ditch lights.

F14 Numberboards Off

Toggles number board lights off, useful for trailing units.

Basic DCC Functions (continued)

Ground Lights and Walkway Lights

Automatic lighting that activates with startup/shutdown.

ESU Power Pack

Energy storage for brief power interruptions.

Basic Programming Notes

Digitrax CV Programming for CVs Over 255

Procedure for programming high CVs on older DCC systems.

Basic Programming Notes (continued)

CV2 Start Voltage (Vmin or Vstart)

Sets the minimum speed at throttle step 1.

CV3 Acceleration Rate

Adjusts the time taken to reach maximum speed.

CV4 Deceleration Rate

Adjusts the time taken to stop from maximum speed.

CV5 Maximum Voltage (Vmax, Vfull)

Sets the maximum speed the locomotive can achieve.

CV6 Midrange Voltage (Vmid, Vhalf)

Sets the speed at the midpoint of the throttle range.

CV8 Resetting the Decoder

CV17 Long Address (Ad4) - High Byte

Configuring the high byte for long DCC addresses.

CV18 Low Address (Ad4) - Low Byte

Configuring the low byte for long DCC addresses.

Manually Programming a Long (Ad4) Address

Step-by-step guide for manual long address programming.

CV29 Configuration Register

CV163;164 Alternate Horn and Bell Sounds

CV163 Horns (Sound CV9)

Allows selection of different horn sound options.

CV164 Bells (Sound CV10)

Allows selection of different bell sound options.

Auto Bell

Auto Bell Timer

Controls the duration the bell rings after the horn.

ScaleTrains GE ES44 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandScaleTrains
ModelGE ES44
CategoryToy
LanguageEnglish

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