Specifications

Engine Board - measures 1" x 2.5" x 1/2" h. This board accepts the optical

inputs for the synchronized exhaust chuffs and sends the information to

the deluxe sound system's mother board. It also contains two audio

amplifiers for the front speakers and four lighting outputs. The lighting

outputs are all 5vDC regulated lamps and consist of front headlight,

front markers, cab interior, and a flickering fire box output. These are

2.4mm 5v lamps, item #756. Track pickup and motor power are wired to

this board and the main board. A total of eight wires need to be

connected between the engine and tender (seven for simple type

locomotives). To better facillitate these connections, connectors have

been included. See page 53 for more types.

Deluxe STEAM - continued

The last board consists of the three Volume, Treble, and Bass

control circuitry. This board measures 1" x 2" x 3/8" h and

mounts with four 2x56 screws. The 9 pin wire harness merely

plugs into the deluxe sound system's mother board. It has been

made seperate for ease of mounting in a convenient location

for accessibility.

Deluxe sound system

mother board measures

1.95"w x 3.75"l x 1/2"-3/4" h. This

unit is the heart of the entire sound

system. It not only produces all of the

sounds required but also powers the entire

system. As can be seen, four microcontrollers are

used for full polyphonic sound generation. For DC

operators, rechargeable batteries can be used. The system is

designed to recharge AA's, item 648 (use holder #652). Whenever

track power is present, exceeding battery voltage, the batteries will be

charged and the sound system will revert to track power for operation. If the

sound system is turned off, the batteries will still be recharged. This feature can

be disabled when not using rechargeable batteries. This board also contains two

lighting outputs for backup and rear marker lights. For DCC and Radio receiver operators,

this board contains the inputs required from the receiver to operate the Whistle, Bell, Cylinder blow down, and one

other function depending on the type sound purchased. As stated before, this unit not only powers all of the other boards but

it also powers the 5 volt lighting. The 5 volt circuitry output can handle up to one full ampere of current, which is needed for all

lighting functions and sound production. With this system, DC operators can have their headlights, and other lights, turned on

manually with the use of the LocoMatic™ controller or automatically via the sound system sensing the motor polarity and

adjusting the lighting accordingly.

For Whistle and locomotive types

(simple or compound) available,

consult the price schedule or call.

Pictures are from units used in the

Y6B for Kohs & Company, Inc.