Specifications

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STEAM SOUND SYSTEMS
for conventional DC operators,
DCC operators, Other receivers, 1½" and
others, or Stationary use!
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Hear your STEAM LOCOMOTIVE the way the real ones SOUND with
our STEAM SOUND SYSTEM for model railroading that will fit HO and
larger gauge trains! Unlike other sound systems which may offer make
believe sounds, we play the actual raw, pure, appropriate sounds from
the real locomotive. Just like it's suppose to be. Our sound systems
are aimed at those desiring the sound as it was in the prototype, not
the pretend sounds that locomotives did not produce.
While some whistle's aren't very pleasing to be heard, they are indeed
correct! Whistles are warning devices designed to get your attention,
not something that is to be a pleasurable sound. More pleasing
multi-chime whistles came into existence during the later years of
passenger service. We also have them in the lineup.
With our sound systems you can actually produce real whistle play
patterns to signal exactly what the locomotive action is going to be or
signal for a grade crossing, station stop, or departing from the station.
The whistle will play the way you want it to, dips & all (whistle
dependent). No canned play patterns here! By offering a playable
Whistle, you can operate it correctly. Play the real BELL sound. Hear
the EXHAUST CHUFFS increase to your selected locomotive speed
(automatically or synchronized). Listen for the BLOWERS, AIR
PUMPS, and SAFETY VALVE while your locomotive is at rest under
fire. Featuring real sounds from the real thing. Sound's from actual real
recordings! The whistles are as pleasing or obnoxious as the real
whistle. Don't forget, they were warning devices. Again, more pleasing
whistles came about as passenger service evolved.
Realism at it's best !
Simple installation in some tenders or a trailing box car.
The STEAM SOUND SYSTEM is available with different whistle types,
we also change the other sounds as appropriate! Please refer to the
following pages and price schedule for types available. If you don't see
yours there we are either working on it or if the need is there we just
might possibly do it for all requesting it!
Available whistles range from robust multichime passenger whistles
to the shrill single chime hooter used in freight or yard service. The
actual Reading Company whistles could be appropriate for many
North American railroads. They also pass for many narrow gauge
railroads. The hooter, Reading I10, is very similar to those found in
Europe. The Switcher (#742) single chime whistle is lighter in sound
depth than the Reading I10.
If space permits, it is possible to use two standard steam sound
systems together or add the chuff sound system, item #711. The two
systems can be the same or different than the other steam sound unit.
Remember that the exhaust chuff changes with the type of whistle
family. You can choose to operate two independent speaker systems,
allowing the placement of the exhaust chuff sound over the cylinders,
or utilize one speaker system with our 11 or 22 watt amplifier shown
on page 5.
You can also use two units to obtain dual chuffs for articulated steam
locomotives. A second unit could also be used to obtain cylinder
exhaust (chuff) in conjunction with any other sound. You can also
select to turn off the main sounds (this includes the exhaust chuff) from
the one unit, using it for only the whistle and bell, while using the other
for all other sounds, including the exhaust chuff to yield simultaneous
chuff operation.
DCv3
Actual footprint - 0.95" x 2.7" x 0.5"
Sound System
Features:
Chuff - full dynamic rate with track power or synchronize
with an optional optical switch, #583 (pg 19), or cam
operated switch. Volume increases / decreases with
motor voltage. Cutoff control also adjusts automatically.
Whistle - user playable *
Bell - user operated *
Cylinder blow out
Blowers
Air Pumps - played at random
Safety Valve - played at random
Adjustable volume control
Works with DC track power, receivers, and as a stationary
unit as well as 1 1/2" and others!
2.7" x 0.95" footprint
Easy to install
Made in the U.S.A.
*note: conventional DC requires controller #755, batteries,
battery holders, power switch - see accessories DC sound,
page 3. OR use the "automated" whistle units on page 9.
DCC receiver requires 2 function unit.
stationary operation requires switches (item's 524,
618) & remote power (item 689).
See page 4 for speaker selections.