LocoMatic™ type4 ELECTRIC Sound & Control
for AC or DC track power by
Instructions rev 1.2
CAUTION:
this device can be damaged by static discharge.
please exercise care during installation to avoid this
possibility. discharge yourself to an electrical ground
(outlet cover screw) before removing this device from
its anti-static bag. please read instruction sheet
completely before attempting to install and operate
this product.
AC or DC TRACK POWERED SOUND & CONTROL
SYSTEM - ELECTRIC LOCOMOTIVES
OVERVIEW:
have not previously been available in the model train industry.
DC operators should operate in LocoMatic™ COMMAND
CONTROL only. If operated with variable DC track power in
standard mode, then normal AC like sequencing will occur with
either a Horn or Bell constantly operating (unless switch 3 is set
on for calf mode). Conventional AC operation follows the usual
sequence of forward - neutral - reverse - neutral - forward
sequence pattern except that the initial state is switch selectable
for either start in forward or start in neutral. A locomotive can
also be switch locked in the forward position to accomodate
operation under automated situations. An additional direction
switch is provided so that if several locomotives are run in a
multiple unit lash-up simply set this switch on each locomotive to
specify which direction is forward. Recordings of actual diesel
locomotives, were digitized, to be reproduced by the
microprocessor sound system so that the sounds you hear will
be as prototypically correct as possible. Sounds produced
include user controlled horn and bell, periodic air system release,
brake release and diesel prime mover sound automatically
adjusted to speed and load conditions. The prime mover sound
can also be user forced to its full throttle position. This sound /
control system also incorporates provisions for directional head
and back up lights, also marker lights as well as other lighting,
including roof top strobes. Most lighting can also be manually
controlled by means of the LocoMatic™ controller. The
LocoMatic™ controller is also used to activate optional electric
coil couplers (requires additional item 501 and coil couplers) for
remote uncoupling of the locomotive from its train.
This sound / control system can be operated by all known classic
and modern power transformers that output low voltage 6-18
vAC or up to 25vDC to the track and will also operate with Lionel
Trainmaster in conventional mode. See appended instructions
regarding the operation of this sound / control system in
LocoMatic™ command mode simultaneously with Lionel
Trainmaster Command Control.
Additionally the sound / control system will operate with the
LocoMatic™ controller either in conjunction with your
transformer or independently with a fixed voltage supplied
through the LocoMatic™ controller to the track.
If all you want are sounds, merely connect the speaker and track
power inputs. As long as the internal e-unit remains in sync with
the LocoMatic™ sound/control systems e-unit the sounds will be
produced in sync with the locomotive.
This sound / control system includes features that
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
consists of a double stacked printed circuit board with an
additional small circuit board attached by a wire harness. Also
included is a speaker, two screws, two 5 volt light bulbs (item
#756), one 0.1 mfd capacitor, a 6 pin, and twelve 2 pin
connectors.
Refer to pages 6 and 7 to familiarize yourself with the connectors
and controls on the sound / control board. Before proceeding
with the installation, read the balance of the instructions carefully
so you will be completely familiar with what is required and what
sounds you should hear.
The stacked circuit board measures 4.2" l x 1.3" w x 1.4" h and
should be mounted where space permits using the double sided
tape attached to the circuit board. The small circuit board (1" x
3/4") containing the volume control and 6 switches should be
mounted so that the controls are accessible either through the
frame or via a hatch or a hole in the body shell. 2/56 x 1/4"
screws are supplied to mount this board. Be certain that the
components on the circuit boards do not come in contact with
any metal objects as such contact can destroy the sound /
control system.
LIGHTING INSTALLATION:
located along one edge of the lower circuit board. These
connectors output 5 volts for lighting applications as follows:
Cab 1 ......... "on" when sound / control system has power
primary use is for cab interior lights
Cab 2 ......... Strobe / Mars light*
Lmp F ......... automatic / manually controlled headlight
Lmp R ........ automatic / manually controlled back up light
Mkr F .......... automatic / manually controlled forward marker
lights
Mkr R ......... automatic / manually controlled rear marker lights
Aux 1 .......... manually controlled as desired*
Aux 2 .......... manually controlled as desired*
.................. Aux 1 & 2 can be number boards or ditch lights
depending on equipment on specific
locomotives.
Note - if you prefer controllable cab interior lights use Aux 1 or 2
rather than Cab 1.
*requires LocoMatic™ Controller.
SPEAKER INSTALLATION:
mounted as per available space bearing in mind that sound
reproduction is enhanced when a speaker is properly enclosed
and baffled. The speaker is to connect to a 2 pin connector
located near the center edge of the main circuit board.
The speaker generally should be mounted so that the sound can
actually "get out" of the locomotive. A hole in the floor or fuel tank
is acceptable but open grills or a doorway may be a better choice
as the sound can exit upward rather than down toward the track.
In some cases, particularly with plastic body shells, just mounting
the speaker against the shell, preferably with a few openenings
at the front of the speaker, will be adequate as the vibrations of
the shell can enhance the sound. Enclosing the speaker in a
chamber will also enhance sound reproduction. A very simple
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This sound / control system
There are eight 2-pin connectors
The 8 ohm speaker should be
enclosure can be made with a tube. It is usually best to seal the
end of the tube, so there are no air passages to the rear of the
speaker, thus creating a sound chamber. By carefully sealing all
openings it may be possible to use the entire body shell as a
sound chamber. A simple wall behind the speaker may be all that
is possible or perhaps all that is needed.
Speakers can be attached with double sided tape, glue or "hot
melt". Enclosures can be made with plastic, wood, card stock or
even metal. Film cans or medicine bottles make excellent sound
chamber enclosures for small diameter speakers. Attachment
with "hot melt" is advantageous as the "hot melt" can be used as
a gap filler when creating an enclosure.
Speaker enclosure is an art and experimentation is definitely in
order for your installation so as to gain the maximum benefit of
the superb sound quality available in this sound system. Observe
the installation example pictures for more ideas.
OPTIONAL ITEMS INSTALLATION:
Two 2 pin connections are
provided to operate optional coil couplers. Original Lionel coil
couplers were grounded to the locomotive frame so MUST BE
REWOUND ungrounded in order to be used with this sound /
control system.
This sound / control system also has a 2 pin connector that can
be used to add an optional battery backup. The battery must be
an 8.4 volt high capacity rechargeable type. Our Item #647 is
specified for this unit. Once installed with the sound / control
system, the battery will be charging whenever there is track
power "on". When track power turns "off", the battery will remain
in circuit for about 30 seconds and then automatically turn "off"
(providing sufficient charge exists in the battery). Battery backup
is not generally necessary as this sound / control system has
storage capacitors that are adequate to keep the sound system
functioning during normal power "off" for direction sequencing.
In LOCOMATIC™ COMMAND MODE, a battery backup is
definitely not needed as full voltage track power is "on"
continuously. Under this operating mode it is suggested that no
battery be installed or that if a battery is in circuit you limit
operation to not more than a continuous 4 hours so that you do
not overcharge the battery.
SOUNDS REPRODUCED:
HORN
is user activated in several ways. It can be activated by
the whistle switch or button on transformers so equipped or
by a separate sound activation button. The horn can also be
activated by the HORN button on the LocoMatic™ controller.
The horn will play as long as the switch or button is held on.
A manual switch allows the horn and bell to be deactivated
so that, for multiple locomotive operation, only the lead
locomotive's horn and bell will sound. When operating in
LocoMatic™ command mode, only the LocoMatic™
controller will activate the horn.
BELL
is user activated by the bell control on transformers so
equipped or by a separate sound activation button wired to
do so. The BELL can also be activated by the BELL button
on the LocoMatic™ controller. The BELL sound will latch
"on" when the bell control is activated and will latch "off"
when the control is again activated. When deactivating, the
BELL will stop at the end of a ring. BELL sound can also be
requested when electric cooling fans sound has been turned
"off". Again, a manual switch allows the bell to be deactivated
for multiple locomotive operation. When operating in
LocoMatic™ command mode, only the LocoMatic™
coontroller will activate the Bell.
BRAKE RELEASE
sound is produced when the locomotive
changes from neutral to a movement direction and will
always precede locomotive movement.
COOLING FANS (ELECTRIC)
sounds range from idle slow to
full rpm when in a direction and back to stopped when
entering neutral with a small pause after the locomotive
motor power has stopped. In neutral or with no power to the
motor the sound system will produce no sounds. When a
movement direction is selected and the speed control is
advanced to put the locomotive in motion, a brake release
will sound (see above) and the cooling fans will accelerate to
full rpm. Depressing the ALT / FORWARD button on the
LocoMatic™ controller will direct the sound system to
energize or de-energize the cooling fans regardless of motor
voltage. Depressing the ALT / FORWARD button again will
release the sound system to return to the correct cooling fan
setting. This feature allows the operator to manually force
the cooling fans "ON" in a standing train. is user activated in
several ways. It can be activated by the whistle switch or
button on transformers so equipped or by a separate sound
activation button. The horn can also be activated by the
HORN button on the LocoMatic™ controller. The horn will
play as long as the switch or button is held on. A manual
switch allows the horn and bell to be deactivated so that, for
multiple locomotive operation, only the lead locomotive's
horn and bell will sound. When operating in LocoMatic™
command mode, only the LocoMatic™ controller will activate
the Horn.
LIGHTING FEATURES:
The sound / control system has outputs
at 5 volts available for head lights, back up lights, front and rear
marker lights, two auxillary lights, and a strobe or mars function
(only certain units have this selectable).
The sound / control system allows lighting that is directional so
that the forward headlight and the rear marker lights will
illuminate when the locomotive is in forward motion. When the
locomotive is in reverse motion the rear headlight and forward
marker lights can illuminate. The headlights, marker lights and
auxillary lights can also be manually operated by means of the
LocoMatic™ controller.
Two 5 volt light bulbs are included with this sound / control
system and additional 5 volt bulbs are available (Item 756).
These are high intensity, low current, bulbs and are ideal for
headlights. For interior or other lighting locations it is suggested
that 2 bulbs be wired in series to afford a lower light level.
In most cases, marker lights have been represented by LED
devices usually wired in parallel. LED marker lights will function
best with this sound / control system if they are rewired in series
with each other and in series with a 68 ohm 1/4 watt resistor. In
some cases, 1.5 volt bulbs have been used for marker lights and
/ or headlights. There are many variations of these 1.5 volt bulbs
dependent on current draw, but generally if two bulbs are wired in
series and in series with a 100 ohm 1/4 watt resistor they will
function properly with this sound / control system. See item# 382
for 1.5v lamps.
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Because of size considerations a single 1.5 volt bulb may have
been used for a headlight or backup light. In this case, again
dependent on current draw of the bulb, you can generally use
about a 220 ohm 1/4 watt resistor in series with a single bulb for
satisfactory function with this sound / control system.
Each of the lighting outputs is designed for a 60 milliamp load
and should not exceed 120 milliamps or damage will occur to
the lighting output. The cumulative output should be less than the
total current capacity of the lighting regulator which is 1/2 Amp.
Should this 1/2 Amp capacity be exceeded the lamps may
become somewhat dimmed or the regulator itself may shut down.
If this situation occurs, it may be necessary to turn "off" one or
more of the lighting functions so the total current is less than the
1/2 Amp capacity.
MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS:
There are six switches and a volume
control on the small circuit board which should be mounted as
space permits and is still accessible. It is suggested that the
volume control be set at about the 10 o'clock position for
comfortable listening. High volume settings may prematurely
damage the speaker. This is especially true for EMD type prime
mover sound systems. The six switches are normally set to the
"off" position and select the following operations:
OFF ON
Switch 1 ---------- start in
forward .................... neutral
Switch 2 ---------- sequencing
normal .................. lock in start position
Switch 3 ---------- horn & bell
can sound ................. do not sound
Switch 4 ---------- forward coupler
operational .............. deactivated
Switch 5 ---------- rear coupler
operational .............. deactivated
Switch 6 ---------- forward direction is to locomotive
front .......................... rear
Switches 3 thru 6 are used primarily when two or more
locomotives are operated together. You can turn off the horn and
bell in the trailing locomotives and deactivate the couplers
between locomotives so that only the couplers at the front and
rear are operational. If any of the locomotives are actually facing
to the rear, Switch 6 on such locomotives allows operation in
concert with other locomotives facing forward. When Switch 6
changes forward to rear all directional functions such as
headlights, marker lights and couplers are switched also. If you
are not using the coupler functions, switches 5 and 6 should be
set ON to turn off the coupler sound and activation.
OPERATION USING A TRANSFORMER:
With this sound /
control system installed, your locomotive will operate in the same
manner as other locomotives when using a transformer to vary
speed. When power is applied the locomotive will come "on" in
either the forward or neutral position as you have selected.
Momentary interuptions of power will allow the locomotive to
sequence through the usual direction positions. Sequencing can
be accomplished either by a direction switch or by turning the
speed control to "off" and then back "on".
Power interuptions for direction sequencing should be
momentary only. If power remains "off" for more than a short time
it is possible that the stored energy will be used up and the sound
/ control system will shut down. When power then returns the
system will come "on" in its initial start position. If you prefer to
employ a battery back up to maintain sound during more
extended power "off" situations, provisions are there to connect a
rechargable 9 volt (8.4 volt actual) battery (item 647).
If your transformer includes whistle or bell controls, or if you have
provided sound activation buttons, you will be able to sound the
horn or the bell with these controls whenever there is power to
the track. The horn will sound as long as you hold the control
"on". The bell control is a push "on", push "off".
An added feature of this sound / control system involves the way
the motor is driven. If track power is set high while in neutral and
you sequence to a direction, the locomotive will gradually
increase its speed rather than jump directly to the high speed.
This type of operation not only looks better but also results in less
strain on the entire motor / gear drive system and is less likely to
cause derailments of the locomotive or its train.
The LocoMatic™ controller contains ten operating buttons and is
usable either in conjunction with your regular transformer or as an
independent control with a fixed voltage applied to the track. The
LocoMatic™ controller is a pass through type of device which is
wired between your transformer and the track. It will not interfere
with track power passing through it when not in use (you do not
have to disconnect it for operating standard type trains). Some of
the buttons cause activation as long as they are held "on" while
others work in a push-on, push-off mode. A pause of a few
seconds is required between pushes. The lower right hand
button, labled 'ALT', is the alternate button which provides a
second function to each of the other nine buttons. When using an
alternate function it is suggested that the ALT button be held
depressed and then another button be pressed. For example;
pressing the COUPLER button will operate the trailing coupler
while pressing ALT / COUPLER will operate the leading coupler.
Not all of the buttons will have alternate functions on all
locomotives.
The ten LocoMatic™ controller buttons perform the following:
BELL .............................. turns bell "on" or "off"
ALT / BELL ..................... restores automatic directional lighting
Note: lighting is directional until a request is
made via the LocoMatic™ controller for a
manual activation. Lighting functions will then
remain manual via the LocoMatic™ controller.
Pressing ALT / BELL will allow all lighting
functions to return to directional operation at
the next direction request.
HEADLIGHT ................... turns front headlight "on" or "off"
ALT / HEADLIGHT ......... turns rear headlight "on" or "off"
MARKERS ..................... turns front marker lights "on" or "off"
ALT / MARKERS ............ turns rear marker lights "on" or "off"
AUX ............................... turns front aux lights "on" or "off"
ALT / AUX ...................... turns rear aux lights "on" or "off"
COUPLER ...................... activates the locomotive's trailing
coupler
ALT / COUPLER ............ activates the locomotive's leading
coupler
HORN ............................. activates the horn
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ALT / HORN ................... activates STROBE or MARS lights
FORWARD ..................... forward motion overiding sequencing
ALT / FORWARD ........... activates / stops electric cooling fan
sound
REVERSE ...................... reverse motion overiding sequencing
ALT / REVERSE ............ forces automatic electric cooling fan
sound "on" or "off"
SLOW ............................ neutral position overiding sequencing
ALT / SLOW ................... neutral position or emergency stop
ALT ................................. alternate button for second functions.
When using this button in conjunction with
another button, press and hold this button first.
Operation using the LocoMatic™ controller with your transformer:
As previously stated, a locomotive with this sound / control
system installed will operate with your transformer in the same
manner as other locomotives, but you will have the advantage of
additional features available with the LocoMatic™ controller.
The horn and bell can be activated by either your transformer
controls or by the LocoMatic™ controller. If the bell is turned "on"
by your transformer it can be turned "off" by either your
transformer or by the LocoMatic™ controller, but if the bell is
turned "on" by the LocoMatic™ controller it must also be turned
"off" by the LocoMatic™ controller.
You can manually operate any of the lighting features on your
locomotive, that you have connected to the sound / control
system, by use of the LocoMatic™ controller. Once you have
selected any manual lighting, all automatic directional operation
is overidden, however you can return to directional lighting at any
time by using the ALT / BELL button.
Mars / Strobe Lighting Effects with the LocoMatic™ Controller:
This LocoMatic™ Sound & Control System is equipped with a
Mars or Strobe lighting effect. They are selected with the
LocoMatic™ controllers Alt-Horn button.
To activate the Mars light press and release the Alt-Horn button.
If the headlight is on, then the Mars light effect will start. If the
Headlight is off the Mars light effect will start when the Headlight
comes on. When the Mars light is on and the Headlight goes off,
as in normal sequence operation, the Mars light will also go off. If
you want the Mars light to stay on, merely enter manual lighting
operation by turning on the Headlight. Since the Mars light
follows the headlight operation, A-A operation is not
compromised when selection switch 6 is placed ON. This way
only the locomotive with the Headlight on will have the Mars light
operational.
To activate the Strobe light function press and release the
Alt-Horn button twice, with a pause between presses. The first
activation starts the Mars light. The second activation starts the
Strobe light. The Strobe light operates whenever the LocoMatic™
Sound & Control System remains powered.
To turn all Mars and Strobe lighting effects off, merely press and
release the Alt-Horn button a third time.
The optional electric coil couplers are activated ONLY by the
LocoMatic™ controller. There is a brief waiting time between
coupler activations and a minimum of 8 volts on track is
necessary (unless your couplers do not function smoothly). The
couplers can be activated either in neutral or in a motion
direction as you prefer.
With the LocoMatic™ controller in place it is no longer necessary
to follow the forward - neutral - reverse - neutral - forward
sequence. If you are in NEUTRAL and wish to go forward,
depress and release the FORWARD button. The locomotive will
accellerate in the forward direction to the speed set by track
voltage. You can actually set the speed control at a fixed voltage
and operate the locomotive with just the FORWARD, REVERSE
and SLOW buttons. The sound / control system has incorporated
a momentum feature that will gradually increase speed to the the
set voltage rather than just jump to that speed. The FORWARD
button will result in a gradual increase in speed up to the preset
voltage in the forward direction. The SLOW or ALT / SLOW button
will return the locomotive to neutral. The REVERSE button will
result in a gradual increase in speed up to the preset voltage in
the reverse direction. The momentum feature will also work with
the direction control on your transformer if you prefer to employ
usual sequencing.
If there seems to be a lack of response to the buttons on the
LocoMatic™ controller it is generally due to either poor electrical
contact between the pick up rollers and wheels and the track
because of dirt, or the lack of a choke (see "supplemental note"
below) in series with something that is getting its power from the
track.
In summary, a locomotive with this unique sound / control system
installed and with the LocoMatic™ controller will function in the
same manner as other locomotives, has the added benefit of very
smooth slow speed operation with momentum acceleration and
has sequence overide so that you can select the direction of
motion as you desire.
LocoMatic™ COMMAND CONTROL
In addition to all of the previously described features this sound /
control system will operate independently with a fixed 10 to 18
volts AC, or up to 25 volts DC, passing through the LocoMatic™
controller to the track. To enter the LocoMatic™ COMMAND
MODE all power to the locomotive must be "off" and all stored
energy exhausted. Once you are sure that all power is gone, set
Switch 1 to select neutral start and set Switch 2 to lock. With the
locomotive locked to start in neutral, full LocoMatic™ COMMAND
MODE is entered as soon as track power is applied. Turn the
speed control on your transformer to output approximately 10
to18 volts and you are ready to operate in LocoMatic™
COMMAND MODE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD
THE TRANSFORMER VOLTAGE IN THIS OPERATING MODE
EXCEED 20 VOLTS AC, 26 VOLTS DC.
With the fixed voltage on track in this operating mode all lights
when turned "on" including lighting in passenger cars or other
equipment will be at full illumination.
The horn, bell, lighting and coupler controls function as before
except that the locomotive will no longer respond to the whistle
and bell controls on your transformer. Lowering the voltage on
your transformer will only effect a reduction in the top speed
possible.
The FORWARD, REVERSE and SLOW buttons are now speed
and direction controls. Press and release either FORWARD or
REVERSE and your locomotive will begin in that direction. With
each, approximately 1/2 second, momentary button activation the
speed will increase one step through a total of 24 steps. Holding
a button "on" will continuously increase through the steps to full
speed. To slow down you can activate or hold the SLOW button
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through the steps to a stop. You can also slow down by using the
opposite direction button. If the locomotive is in forward direction
and you hold the REVERSE button, the locomotive will slow to a
stop and then accelerate in reverse. Similarly, if running in
reverse, holding the FORWARD button will result in a slow to
stop and then an acceleration in forward. The ALT / SLOW button
results in an emergency stop.
If there seems to be a lack of response to the buttons on the
LocoMatic™ controller it is generally due to either poor electrical
contact between the pick up rollers and wheels and the track
because of dirt, or the lack of a choke (see "supplemental note"
below) in series with something that is getting its power from the
track.
NOTE: regarding multiple unit lashups - because of the
possibility of lack of response due to poor electrical contact it is
suggested that you do not attempt control changes to multiple
units while such locomotives are on track areas of poor contact
such as switches or crossings. If a multiple unit locomotive loses
synchronization between units either increase to full speed or
come to a full stop to restore synchronization.
Operating a locomotive, with this sound / control system
installed, under LocoMatic™ COMMAND CONTROL is simply
the use of the buttons on the LocoMatic™ controller to
implement the desired motions and sounds.
****** SUPPLEMENTAL NOTE ******
The signals generated by the LocoMatic™ controller may be
adversely affected by any powered device that is connected to
the track at the same time that the LocoMatic™ controller is
functional. This would include track powered accessories, lighted
cars or a lighted or powered locomotive operating from the same
transformer that is passed through the LocoMatic™ controller.
To eliminate this possibility it is required that all accessories be
independently powered by a separate transformer or
transformers. Lighted cars or other lighted or powered
locomotives that will be operating with a locomotive with this
sound / control system installed MUST BE MODIFIED by
installation of a choke in series between track pick up and the
lights and/or motor.
The most common installation would be to locate the wires
coming from the center rail rollers (3 rail operators) or right rail (2
rail operators) and disconnect them from the present location.
Connect these wires to one end of the choke and then connect
the other end of the choke to the same location that the wires
were originally connected to. Be sure to properly insulate your
connections and to mount the choke so that it does not move.
Double sided mounting tape makes a simple and neat
installation.
In some situations for two rail operators, it may be simpler to
connect the choke between the lamp base and the proper rail
previously going to the lamp base. Either method is acceptable
as long as the choke is in series between the track and the load
and the bases of each car are not connecting to each other with
metal couplers.
APPENDIX:
simultaneous operation of a LocoMatic™
compatible locomotive with a lionel trainmaster™ command
equipped locomotive. Since both of these control systems can
function with a fixed AC voltage it becomes possible to operate
simultaneously and independently with both systems on the
same track if certain conditions are met.
The fixed voltage power to the Lionel Trainmaster Command
System must be passed through the LocoMatic™ controller
before being connected to the track. The LocoMatic™ controller
does not interfere with the Lionel Trainmaster Command Control
System. All Command equipped locomotives or other devices
that are common to the fixed voltage power supply will require
the installation of a choke in series with power pick up. This
series connection can be made either on the center rail pick up or
on the ground, whichever is easier. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL
NOTE, for additional information.
With the above installation completed and track power "on", the
Lionel Command equipped locomotive is operational via the
Trainmaster Command Control System. Another locomotive,
equipped with a LocoMatic sound / control system in the
LocoMatic™ COMMAND MODE, can also be operated at the
same time on the same track via the LocoMatic™ controller.
Motor Problems:
If your locomotive reset's to the forward
position when operating in standard mode, or lurches
intermittently when operating in LocoMatic™ command mode,
you will need to install a choke in series with each motor lead to
eliminate large motor noise from becoming fed back to the sound
system. The chokes functions best when placed at or as near to
the motor as possible. Chokes from item 702 or 703 can be used
in most cases. There is on board filtering for this problem but it is
best handled at the motor brushes. This is also why a capacitor
is placed across the motor brushes as shown in the wiring
instructions. This only happens with motors that produce severe
spikes or generate RF when operating.
DUAL MOTORS: When connecting to a locomotive with dual
motors, the motors are normally connected in parallel from the
factory. The filter capacitor should be placed on the motor
brushes closest to the LocoMatic™board. If the locomotive has
DC can motors, try connecting the motors in series instead of
parallel. Most locomotives have an extremely high rate of speed.
By connecting the motors in series not only reduces the top end
speed of the locomotive but also results in a lower motor current
consumption with better locomotive low end performance! To
make a series connection, simply place one power lead on the
motor#1 brush, then take the other brush lead to motor#2's brush.
The other power lead then connects to the other motor#2 brush.
If the motors rotate opposite of each other simply reverse the
brush leads of the motor that rotates opposite of the direction you
want the locomotive to go when in the forward state.
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LocoMatic™
Power Board
COMMON HORN SIGNALS
SOUND
short ............................ apply brakes, stop
2-long .......................... release brakes, proceed
long, 3-short ................ flagman protect rear of train
4 or 5 long ................... recall flagman
2-short ......................... acknowledgment
3-short ......................... back up movement
4-short ......................... call for signals
short, long ................... inspect train line for leak or brakes
2-long, short ................ approaching meet or wait point
2-long, short, long ....... approaching grade crossings
continuous long ........... approaching stations or junctions
successive shorts ........ alarm for something on track
INDICATION
sticking
Installation - power board (top board)
L1
Main Power / Motor Connections
Motor Brushes
1 ....... Red
2 ....... Brown
Track Power Input
3 ....... Blue (center roller pickup)
4 ....... Black (chassis pickup)
Motor Field Wires
5 ....... Yellow
6 ....... Orange
Coil Coupler Connectors
CF - Coupler Front
CR - Coupler Rear
Connect the red and gray wires
to the coil coupler wires. Be
sure that the coil coupler wires
do not touch the chassis! You
do have to rewind the older
Lionel coil couplers to be
insulated from the chassis if
you are going to use them.
Mounting Templates for LocoMatic™ SwVol Board
mounting template to assist in mounting the switch /
volume control board.
Auxillary Backup Battery input
Use only item #647 rechargeable battery! Item
#578 contains connector snaps with wires.
Item #579 contains mounting clips or use Item
#388 double sided foam tape.
Connect the red wire to the red battery clip
wire and the gray wire to the black battery clip
wire. Insulate the connection properly. DO
NOT get these wires reversed, severe damage
to the battery / unit / and you can occur!
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Installation - Control Board (lower board)
Selector Switch & Volume Control Board.
Mount with two 2X56 screws supplied in a
convenient location. Be sure not to allow any
metal parts to contact the board, this will
damage the system. This board connects to the
Control Board with a 9 pin wire harness to allow
for a more convenient operator placement.
Rotating the "VOL" (volume) control clockwise will
increase the volume. A complete
counter-clockwise rotation will yield no sound!
Note: It is possible to destroy the standard 2" round
speaker when operating at full volume. This is
especially true with EMD type sound
systems.The sound system contains a 1 watt
audio amplifier and the standard speaker is
capable of sustaining 0.2 watts continuous. The
standard speaker is a high efficiency type.
LocoMatic™
Control Board
Notch Control
Locomatic™
SwVol Board
speaker
when soldering wires to
Diesel sound systems
SYNC input not used with
rear of speaker, care must
be taken so that the wires
do not come in contact with
the speakers metal frame!
LocoMatic™ Control Board
Although the bottom board is shown without the top power
board, we do not reccomend the seperation of the two. This is
shown for simpler identification of the connectors. When
placing the connector mates into their appropriate sockets care
must be excercised for proper alignment. Improper alignment
may cause a pin to become bent. It is suggested to use a
tweezers or small needle nose pliers to place the connectors
together. When seperating the connectors DO NOT pull on the
wires! Instead, slide a tweezers (or small flat screwdriver
between the top connectors lip and the board mate. Care must
be taken when handling these small connectors.
If you do elect to seperate the two boards be sure to do so in
an electrostatically controlled area and by all means make
sure they are not rotated when remated! If the top and bottom
boards are reconnected rotated and powered up you will
damage the system! In order to assist in alignment, both
pictures are shown in the same direction. The picture from the
top of the Power Board, on page 6, is oriented in the same
direction as the Control Board on this page. When correctly
assembled, L1 (shown on the Power Board) should be directly
above the Notch potentiometer of the Control Board.
Aux 1
Aux 2
Marker Rear
Marker Front
Headlight Rear
Cab1
Strobe (cab2)
Headlight Front
.Item # 756
5 Volt, 60 milliamp
high intensity lamp.
Lighting Outputs
Lighting Outputs:
each output shown, as described in the main text, is capable of driving one
60milliamp load. This load may be a light bulb, as supplied, LED's (with limiting
resistor), or a series of light bulbs. Item #756 contains more lamps as provided.
More detailed optional connections exist on the following pages.
Connect the Red and Gray wires to supplied lamp. Insulate properly. As with
any connections, an improperly or uninsulated wire touching the frame or other
wire will damage the unit! Any damage as such is not covered under warranty.
When remoting several lamps and one common wire is desired, it is permissible
to connect all red wires to a heavier gauge red wire. The red wires are the +5
volt lamp supply. The gray wire is the switched lead except for the Cab1
connection, in this case the gray wire is the same as ground. If any switched
lamp output no longer operates, this is a sign that the output was either
overloaded or came in contact with another wire. A short between wires to the
lamp is also a overload. This would indicate a need for repair and has to be
returned. Again, this type of failure is not covered under warranty since it is due
to improper handling during installation.
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Electical parts and their symbols
Physical
shown larger than actual size
flat side = short lead = cathode
shown larger than actual size
Red or Orange Wire
Wires from:
Marker Rear or
Marker Front
Yellow or Brow Wire
(light emitting diode)
LED
resistor
68 ohm
(blue, gray, black)
Electrical symbol
anode
Physical
shown larger than actual size
Wiring various Lighting Effects
Red or Orange Wire
Marker Indicators
( LED's )
Wires from:
Marker Rear or
Marker Front
Yellow or Brow Wire
light bulb
anode
diode
100 ohm
(black, brown, brown)
Electrical symbol
Marker
Indicators
(1.5volt,
15milliamp,
lamps )
Wiring LED's as Marker Lights
Red or Orange Wire
Wires from:
Cab 1 or
Aux 1 or
Aux 2
Violet or Gray Wire
Cab Interior
#383 or #756
Wiring light bulbs in series as Interior Lights
Red or Orange Wire
100 ohm
Wires from:
Cab2 - Strobe
Green Wire
(black, brown, brown)
Strobe Lamp
Wiring an LED as a Strobe Light
Red or Orange Wire
Wires from:
lmp F
lmp R
White or Blue Wire
#756 lamps
as supplied or
order extras)
(use Item
Lamps)
( LED)
5 volt lamp
(use Item
Wiring 1.5v Light bulbs as Marker Lights
Red or Orange Wire
220 ohm
(red, red, brown)
Wires from:
Any Lighting
Output
appropriate Wire
Wiring 1.5v Light bulb for any use
Red or Orange Wire
68 ohm
(blue, gray, black)
Wires from:
Any Lighting
Output
appropriate Wire
Wiring WHITE LED instead of lamps
Red or Orange Wire
220 ohm
(red, red, brown)
Wires from:
Any Lighting
Output
appropriate Wire
Cab Interior
(1.5volt,
15milliamp,
Lamp)
White LED for
Headlight
(item#536 or
item#537)
a 68 ohm
resistor is OK
for this
application.
Cab Interior
( Lamps )
Wiring 5v Light bulb as headlight
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Wiring 5v Light bulb for any use
AC track power installation - Series Motor / Track connections
Main Power / Motor Connections
Place 0.1mfd capacitor
(chicklet) across
motor brushes.
Motor Brushes
1 Red
2 Brown
1
2
Track Power Input
3 ...... Blue (3 rail ........ center roller pickup)
(2 rail ....... right rail pickup)
4 ...... Black (3 rail ........ chassis pickup)
(2 rail ......... left rail pickup)
3
4
5
6
Motor Field Wires
5 ..... Yellow
6 ...... Orange
If the engine does not have a chassis (outside rail) pickup from each
truck you should add one to prevent intermittent track pickup from
occuring. Adding multiple center rail pickups will also help.
Help for Am Flyerl series motors.
the wires are normally terminated. Colors indicated are those
that match the LocoMatic™ board connector and not the
locomotives existing wires.
Field1 - connect original
red to Yellow (5)
Field2 - connect original
black to Orange (6)
This picture shows where
Brush1 - connect
original yellow
to Brown (2)
Brush2 - connect
original green
toRed (1)
Help for Lionel series motors.
early Lionel. Right is later series motor style. It is always better to add a ground wire to both outside rail pickups and the chassis. When more
than one center roller is available always connect to both, also secure the center pin from rotating with the roller.
Colors indicated are those that match the LocoMatic™ main board connector and not the locomotives existing wires.
These pictures show where the grounded field wire needs to be broken from the chassis for the motor power. Left picture is
Field - Orange
(previously connected to the
chassis pickup ground lug above)
Field - Yellow
Brush - Brown
Field - Orange
Brush - Brown
Track Input - Black
Brush - Red
NOTE: pictures do not depict the
0.1mfd capacitor across the
motor brushes as shown in
wiring diagram above. This
needs to be done!
(chassis pickup)
Track Input - Black
(chassis pickup)
Brush - Red
Track Input - Blue
(from roller pickup)
Track Input - Blue
(from roller pickup)
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Field - Yellow
(previously connected to the
chassis pickup ground lug above)
track power installation - DC Motor / Track connections
Main Power / Motor Connections
Place 0.1mfd capacitor
(chicklet) across
motor brushes.
Motor Brushes
1 ...... Red
2 ...... Brown
3 rail operators: If the engine does not have a
chassis (outside rail) pickup from each truck you
should add one to prevent intermittent track pickup
from occuring. Adding multiple center rail pickups will
also help.
2 rail operators: If the engine does not have a pickup
wire for each rail, you should add one. DO NOT rely
on proper pickup through the wiping action of a truck
against the chassis for a proper pickup.
Multiple motors: when more than one motor is
present you may want to wire them in series to
reduce the top end speed. This is especially true of
most 3 rail chassis since the gear ratio is higher than
neccessary. Place the capacitor shown on the motor
brushes closest to the connection of the power feeds
(red & brown) from the main board. If placing motors
in series, either place one capacitor on each motor or
connect to wire splice at closest motor to power feed.
Track Power Input
3 ...... Blue (3 rail ........ center roller pickup)
(2 rail ....... right rail pickup)
4 ...... Black (3 rail ........ chassis pickup)
(2 rail ......... left rail pickup)
connect wires together
5 ..... Yellow
6 ...... Orange
1
2
3
4
5
6
Main Power / Motor Connections using series diodes to drop motor speed
Place 0.1mfd capacitor
(chicklet) across
motor brushes.
Motor Brushes
1 ...... Red
2 ...... Brown
Track Power Input
3 ...... Blue (3 rail ........ center roller pickup)
(2 rail ....... right rail pickup)
4 ...... Black (3 rail ........ chassis pickup)
(2 rail ......... left rail pickup)
Series Diode drop
1
2
3
4
5
6
Use 6 ampere diodes (item 375) for heavy
motor loads, 1 ampere diodes (item 374)
for lighter motor loads (as in newer 'S'
gauge equipment) . One or more diodes can
be used. As shown, two diodes are used
yielding a 1.5 volt drop. This is also a drop in
voltage going to the DC motor, thus lowering
it's RPM for a given voltage. By adding more
diodes in series you can effectively reduce
the top end speed of any locomotive and
make a jack rabbit engine more tolerable
without effecting the sound system.
:
Series Diode drop
5 ..... Yellow (to anode '+' )
6 ...... Orange (to cathode '-' )
When more than one motor is in a locomotive you can either leave them in parallel, as originally wired, or place
Note:
them in series to reduce the top end speed. Remember, the power stage is rated for 3 amperes. Higher load
current will damage the electronics. In general, most newer locomotives with dual motors are only consuming 3
amperes. If in doubt you can always place a fuse in series with a motor brush wire.
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Sample installation - Scale GG-1
As can be seen, plenty of space is available inside a full scale GG-1. This unit shows the standard lamps that existed. A better option is to install the
lamps that were supplied with the LocoMatic™ system.
An added touch would be the addition of two interior cab lamps. These can be accessed from the LocoMatic controller as Aux1/Aux2. Use Aux1 as
the forward cab and Aux2 as the rear cab. This way you can independently illuminate the proper operating cab when at idle.
Coil couplers could also be added. You may need addition modifications to the coupler pockets for installation.
Install speaker in enclosed tube flush to the inside ceiling or use, if
available, the existing speaker mount.
Install lamps in parrallel for illumination of the markers. Then cover
the lamps with foil tape to prevent light from seeping through.
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Choke installation
When using other equipment on the same track with the
LocoMatic™ system, it is neccessary to install choke's in
series with the other items drawing power. These other
items could be lighted cars or other engines running in the
consist. This is neccessary to insure proper signal
strength from the LocoMatic™ Controller. Without proper
signal strength, the locomotive could receive improper
instructions or no instructions at all when an operation is
selected from the LocoMatic™ Controller.
CHOKE (Coil)
Input
Output
To install the choke in 3-rail passenger cars with multiple
pickups:
1 ...... remove the existing center roller pickup wires.
2 ...... connect these wires together to form a common wire.
3 ...... place a new wire from one truck roller to the second truck
roller. This will give you better pickup and should be done
on all lighted cars.
4 ...... connect one end of the previous center roller pickup wire
to one end of the choke.
5 ...... connect the center roller jumper wire (the new wire
installed in step #3) to the other end of the choke.
6 ...... be sure to electrically insulate all connections.
To install the choke in other 2-rail lighted cars:
1 ...... locate right rail lamp power feed wire.
2 ...... inside the car, cut the power feed wire making two ends.
3 ...... connect one power feed end to one side of the choke and
connect the other power feed end to the other side of the
choke.
4 ...... be sure to electrically insulate all connections.
one side of passenger car
3-rail choke installation
To install the choke in 2-rail AF lighted cars:
1 ...... locate center lamp power feed wire.
2 ...... inside the car, cut the power feed wire making two ends.
3 ...... connect one power feed end to one side of the choke and
connect the other power feed end to the other side of the
choke.
4 ...... be sure to electrically insulate all connections.
other side of passenger car
lamp power
(from other end of choke - connects
to all input tabs of lamps in car)
center roller pickup
(to other center roller pickup)
choke
center roller pickup
(to other center roller pickup and one side of choke)
alternative lighting
you might also want to consider installing our Adjustable Regulated Lighting board. The RL-ADJ (item 379) comes with 4 lamps but is capable of driving
eight lamps, as shown. You can set the intensity desired (1.25 - 5 volts). It maintains constant voltage to the lamps and has it's own choke so no other
modifications are needed. Simply install the lamps where desired, connect the input power, and peel the tape to secure. The unit can be broken into smaller
strip lengths where needed. Install in cabooses, passenger cars, or buildings. Measures only 1/2" wide. Extra, low voltage lamps, are available (item 383).
basic choke installation diagram
Formerly center rail
or right rail pickup
Center Rail ..... (3 rail)
Right Rail ........ (2 rail)
pickup
Outside Rail .... (3 rail)
Left Rail .......... (2 rail)
pickup
When installing in 2 rail equipment, use all Center Rail
references as Right Rail and all Outside Rail as Left Rail.
choke
LO AD
Lighting load, other locomotive in
consist, or other type circuitry
drawing off of track power. As shown
one lead needs to be disconnected
from the rail and a CHOKE needs to
be placed in series with the load. In
most cases the 1.5 ampere (#702)
will handle the load.
for additional chokes order:
Item 702 for up to 1.5 ampere load
Item 703 for up to 5.0 ampere load
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