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TCS WOWSound CV 201 User Manual

TCS WOWSound CV 201
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Steam
Programming Guide
For Version 4
6-13-2016
This manual covers the setup and configuration of the Sound Components of the Version 4
WOWSound Steam decoder. All NMRA, Lighting and Motor Control programming are covered
in the TCS Comprehensive Programming Guide available for download at:
www.tcsdcc.com
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TCS WOWSound CV 201 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTCS
ModelWOWSound CV 201
CategoryMedia Converter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Version Number

Audio Assist™

Auditory feedback, main line configuration tool for sound setup.

Audio Assist™ Programming

Sound Programming Options

Adjust sound volumes, map sounds, and select chuff sets.

Lighting Programming Options

Setup lighting effects and remap light functions.

Motor Control Programming Options

Speed matching, prototype calibration, and chuff rate adjustment.

Additional Options

Throttle mode, decoder presets, and factory resets.

Steam Quick Reference - Audio Assist Speed Dials

4 CV Programming Overview

Table 1: CV Descriptions

Details of CV 201, CV 202, CV 203, and CV 204 for sound features.

Table 2: Factory Resets

List of reset actions corresponding to different values in CV 204.

4 CV Write Operation

Programming Action Steps

Steps to determine programming action and enter corresponding CV values.

4 CV Read Operation

Reading CV Values

Procedure for reading CV values using CV 201, 202, 203, and 204.

Prototype Mode vs. Traditional Mode

Traditional Throttle Mode

Constant chuff volume, snifters and automatic sounds can be enabled.

Calibrated Prototype Mode

BEMF-based Chuff Volume

Chuff volume varies with load, similar to prototype operation.

Calibrating Prototype Mode using Audio Assist

Calibration Procedure

Two-step process to set BEMF Low and High Calibration Points.

Manually Adjusting Prototype Mode Calibration

BEMF Change Time

Controls chuff volume transition speed based on load changes.

BEMF Low Calibration

Sets the low BEMF calibration point for prototype chuff volume.

BEMF High Calibration

Setting High BEMF Point

Sets the high BEMF calibration point for prototype chuff volume.

Cylinder Cocks Shut Off Speed Step

Shut Off Speed Configuration

Sets the speed step at which cylinder cocks shut off.

Random Sound 1 Frequency

Random Sound 1 Playback Frequency

Controls the playback frequency of Random Sound 1.

Random Sound 2 Frequency

Random Sound 2 Playback Frequency

Controls the playback frequency of Random Sound 2.

Random Sound 3 Frequency

Random Sound 3 Playback Frequency

Controls the playback frequency of Random Sound 3.

Random Sound 4 Frequency

Random Sound 4 Playback Frequency

Controls the playback frequency of Random Sound 4.

Random Sound Overall Timer

Random Sound Timing Configuration

Sets the time block for Random Sound calculations.

Random Sound Cutout Speed

Random Sound Stop Speed

Sets the speed step at which Random Sounds stop playing.

Whistle Set

Whistle Set Selection

Selects the Whistle Set for Long, Short, and Whistle Quill sounds.

Proto-Chuff Start Speed Step

Proto-Chuff Activation Speed

Sets the speed step at which the Proto-Chuff effect starts.

Global Volume

Setting Global Volume

Adjusts the overall volume of the WOWSound decoder.

Steam Locomotive Type

Locomotive Chuff Type Selection

Sets the Steam Locomotive Chuff Type based on CV 204.

Automatic Sounds

Enabling Automatic and Random Sounds

Selects which automatic and random sounds are active.

Brake Grinding Sound Start Speed

Brake Grinding Activation Speed

Sets the speed step at which the Brake Grinding Sound is activated.

Dual Mode Functions (Light & Sound Mode)

Function Button Assignment

Sets which function buttons work in both Light and Sound Modes.

Chuff Rate Adjustment

Adjusting Chuff Rate

Speeds up or slows down the chuff rate using CV 204.

Chuff Timing – Individual Speed Step

Chuff Rate by Speed Step

Controls chuff rate based on individual speed steps.

Rod Clank Set

Selecting Rod Clank Sound

Selects which Rod Clank sound is played via CV 204.

Cylinder Cocks Auto Turn On Time

Cylinder Cocks Activation Delay

Sets delay before cylinder cocks sound activates after stopping.

User Options

Use Cam Functionality

Activates CAM functionality with continuity on Rail A or B.

Articulation and Feedback Options

Enables chuff articulation, directional whistles, and feedback modes.

Articulated Chuff Slip Rate

Articulated Chuff Sync Speed

Controls how fast articulated chuffs go into and out of sync.

Audio Auto Shutoff Time

Idle Sound Shutoff Duration

Sets how long the locomotive must be idle before sound shuts off.

Minimum Chuff Volume

Setting Minimum Chuff Level

Sets the lowest possible volume for the Chuff sound.

Rotate Bell Pointer

Bell Activation Control

Controls which Bell sound is active.

Active Whistle Quill

Whistle Quill Variety Selection

Selects the Whistle Quill variety (Short, Medium, Long, Random).

Cylinder Cocks Set

Cylinder Cocks Sound Activation

Controls which Cylinder Cocks sound is active via CV 204.

Active Idling Sound

Idling Sound Activation

Controls which Idling Sound is active via CV 204.

Chuff Volume Velocity Adjustment

Chuff Volume Response to Speed

Controls how accelerating/decelerating affects chuff volume.

Chuff Volume Forward Trim

Forward Chuff Volume Adjustment

Subtracts value from forward chuff volume to balance stiffness.

Chuff Volume Reverse Trim

Reverse Chuff Volume Adjustment

Subtracts value from reverse chuff volume to balance stiffness.

Rod Clank Volume Adjustments from BEMF

Rod Clank Volume vs. BEMF

Adjusts rod clank volume based on BEMF levels.

Rod Clank Volume Adjustments from Velocity

Rod Clank Volume vs. Velocity

Controls how decelerating affects rod clank volume.

Rod Clank Cutout Speed

Rod Clank Playback Speed Limit

Sets the speed range for Rod Clank playback.

Throttle Mode

Traditional vs. Prototype Throttle

Selects between traditional and prototype throttle operation modes.

Switching Momentum Acceleration

Switching Acceleration Rate

Controls the acceleration rate in switching mode.

Switching Momentum Deceleration

Switching Deceleration Rate

Controls the deceleration rate in switching mode.

Mainline Momentum Acceleration

Mainline Acceleration Rate

Controls the acceleration rate in mainline mode.

Mainline Momentum Deceleration

Mainline Deceleration Rate

Controls the deceleration rate in mainline mode.

Sound Type Volume

Individual Sound Type Volume Setting

Sets the volume for a particular Sound Type.

Re-Map Sounds to Function Buttons

Assigning Sounds to Buttons

Re-maps any sound to any button or random sound output.

Individual Sound Volumes

Setting Individual Sound Levels

Sets the volume of each sound independently.

Resets and Presets

Factory Resets and User Presets

Allows factory resets and loading of saved user presets.

WOWSound Brake Operation

Brake Button Functionality

Describes the brake application and squeal sounds on button press.

Using a CAM (Optional)

CAM Activation and Wiring

Explains CAM wire connection and activation via User Options.