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QuickStartGuideFor Bachmann DCC Sound-EquippedLocomotivesFeaturing DCCSound Technologyby SoundTraxx

NoticeThe information in this document is subject to changewithout notice.Neither Bachmann Industries, Inc. nor SoundTraxx(Throttle Up!) shall be liable for technical or editorialerrors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidentalor consequential damages resulting from the furnishing,performance or use of this material.This document contains information protected bycopyright. No part of this document may be photocopiedor reproduced in any form without the prior writtenconsent of Bachmann Industries, Inc.Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/orregistered trademarks of their respective companies.Bachmann is a registered trademark of Bachmann Industries, Inc.SoundTraxx is a registered trademark of Throttle Up! Corp.

OverviewCongratulations on the purchase of yourBachmann locomotive with digital soundinstalled. This state-of-the-art Digital SoundDecoder incorporates SoundTraxx DigitalSound Technology and will provide all thepleasures of high quality, digital onboardsound and the benefits of today’s DCC(Digital Command Control) technology.This Quick Start Guide assumes that youhave some understanding of, or experiencewith other SoundTraxx Digital SoundDecoders. It covers the differences you mayneed to know between these decoders andany you may have previously used.If you are new to SoundTraxx DigitalSound Decoders, you should start with theUser’s Guide which will walk you throughthe various aspects of programming yoursound decoder, as well as some tips ontroubleshooting. For the power user, theTechnical Reference will provide a list of allthe CVs available for use with your sounddecoder and their exact function and makeup for those who wish to have a completereference for advanced programmingtechniques. These documents are availablein PDF format on both the SoundTraxx(www.soundtraxx.com) and Bachmann(www.bachmanntrains.com) websites.Please note that you need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computerto open and print these files. This isavailable as a free download fromwww.adobe.com.FeaturesSoundTraxx Digital Sound Decoders havea great number of features designed toenhance your operating experience. Thecustom decoder installed in your locomotivehas been pre-programmed for a greatready-to-run experience. However, thereare many features available that you maywish to experiment with or adjust to suit yourpersonal preferences.Sound FeaturesFor users of other SoundTraxx decodermodels, you will be pleased to find the samehigh fidelity sound that you are accustomedto. You will, however, find some differencesin the sound features and you will find themoutlined in this Quick Start Guide.

For those operating your trains in DC mode,the automatic signal feature, which willactivate Stop, Forward and Reverse whistleand horn signals automatically in responseto train motion is a standard feature.Throttle FeaturesThe Digital Sound Decoder that comes withyour Bachmann model has many advancedthrottle features as part of SoundTraxx’sHyperdrive system, including Back-EMF(also known as “Cruise Control”). With theaddition of these features, you will be able tobetter control your locomotive speed undervarying conditions.Decoder Specifications Supports extended address mode forassigning any locomotive numberup to 9,999. Supports advanced consist addressing. Supports Operation Mode Programming,allowing CVs to be changed on the mainlinewithout using a programming track.Throttle Specifications Supports 14, 28 and 128 speed step modes. Programmable acceleration, decelerationand starting voltage for prototypical startingand stopping. Use of standard and alternate speed tables.Lighting Specifications Supports Rule 17 operation or automaticdirection control.General Sound Specifications Adjustable Volume Controls 1-Watt Audio AmplifierSteam Effects Steam Exhaust Chuff Three (3) Selectable Whistles or Airhorns(varies with model) Short Whistle Bell Airpump Steam Release (hiss) BlowerDiesel Effects Engine Exhaust (8 notches) Three (3) Selectable Airhorns (varies withmodel) Short Horn Bell

Quick StartLet’s Get Started!Your Digital Sound Decoder has beeninstalled with all CVs pre-programmedso you can begin using your locomotiveimmediately without having to worry aboutwhat adjustments to make. Items such asthe exhaust chuff rate have already beencalculated and optimized for the locomotive.The decoder is set to operate immediatelyusing either a 12 volt DC power pack orNMRA-compatible DCC command station.Operating with DCCYour locomotive will respond to address3 as it would if you had just installed anyDCC decoder. Since these decoders havetwo rather than four lighting outputs, wehave made some changes to the standardfunction assignments so that those usingcommand stations with limited functionkeys can access some additional soundfunctions. The table below shows thefunction assignments of the decoder.For now, simply set your controller toLocomotive Address 3, place the locomotiveon the mainline and away you go! Thedefault function assignments for yourdecoder are listed below. To activate afunction, simply press the appropriate keyon your controller.Sound Decoder Function AssignmentsFunction Key Steam Default EffectDiesel Default EffectF0Headlight (Dims in Reverse)Headlight (Dims in Reverse)F1BellBellF2WhistleAirhornF3Short WhistleShort AirhornF4Steam Release (Hiss)**Dynamic BrakeF5NA**Flashing LightF6Smoke**Lighted Number Boards(if locomotive is smoke equipped)F7DimmerDimmerF8MuteMute**Only applicable to DD40AX locomotiveOperating in Analog Mode Usinga DC Power PackWhile the sound system installed in yourBachmann model is first and foremost aDCC decoder, it may be used on a DCpowered layout. You may control yourlocomotive using an ordinary power packthough operation will be a bit differentthan when running non-decoder equippedlocomotives.

With the power pack’s throttle set to zero,the decoder will be silent as it has no power.The throttle must be turned up to around5 volts or so to provide sufficient voltageto power up the internal circuitry of thedecoder. At this point, you will begin to hearthe background sounds such as the blowerand airpump start; the diesel exhaust willturn on.Increasing the throttle further to around 7.5volts or so will set the locomotive in motion,increasing speed as the throttle is increased.Note that the direction can only be changedwhen the locomotive is stopped.When operating in analog mode, be carefulnot to exceed the decoder’s input voltagerating of 27 volts. When your track voltageexceeds 21 volts, the decoder willautomatically shut off the sound andmotor and flash the front and rear lights:back down on the throttle immediately.Important: Your sound decoder will workbest in analog mode when using a highquality, electronically regulated power pack,preferably one that supplies smooth, filteredDC power. Older rheostat style power packsand pulse power packs will result in erraticand unreliable operation and should not beused with this sound decoder. If your powerpack provides a Pulse power switch, leave itin the ‘Off’ position.Depending on the quality of the powerpack’s track voltage, some automatic soundfunctions may require a higher sensitivitysetting than needed for DCC operation toavoid continual triggering of the sound effect.Automatic Sound Configuration RegisterCV 197 selects which automatic soundfunctions are enabled when the decoder isoperating in analog or DC mode. This hasbeen preset to have the Automatic Whistle orAirhorn Signals activated so that wheneverthe locomotive is stopped or started, thesound decoder will produce the correctsignal appropriate for the direction of travel:One Short Toot StopTwo Medium Toots ForwardThree Short Toots ReverseThe decoder has also been pre-programmedso that the bell will automatically come onat a predetermined track voltage and as

the voltage is increased, will turn off. This isdesigned to replicate the proper use of thebell when an engine is passing through ayard or approaching a station platform.You can also program the decoder to enableAutomatic Grade Crossing Signals using aDCC system:Automatic Grade Crossing Signal - Whenenabled, the decoder will play a gradecrossing signal (two long blasts followedby a short and another long) triggered by asudden upward spike in the throttle.Additional information about automaticsound functions can be found in the User’sGuide available on both the SoundTraxx(www.soundtraxx.com) and the Bachmann(www.bachmanntrains.com) websites.Programming NotesUse this space to record any specialprogramming notes about your soundequipped locomotive.

2012 Bachmann Industries, Inc.All Rights Reserved.COMPATIBLE WITHTHE NMRA DCCSTANDARDS ANDRECOMMENDEDPRACTICESFor service/repair, contact theBachmann Service Departmentat 1-800-356-3910 or via e-mailat service@bachmanntrains.com.Bachmann's Service Department isavailable Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am to4:00 pm ET.Please be aware you may need to leave amessage on our voice mail system. Yourcall will be returned as soon as a servicetechnician is available. We thank you inadvance for your patience.You can also send yourlocomotive to:Bachmann TrainsService Department1400 East Erie AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19124Please include a detailed descriptionof your concern and complete contactinformation. For some service issuesregarding DCC sound decoders, theBachmann Service Department mayforward your locomotive to SoundTraxxfor resolution.www.bachmanntrains.comPrinted in China

User’s Guide which will walk you through the various aspects of programming your sound decoder, as well as some tips on troubleshooting. For the power user, the Technical Reference will provide a list of all the CVs available for use with your sound decoder and their exact f

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