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	''Pro tip:'' Pressing 4 from the Audio Assist main menu will take you to the "Additional Options" sub-menu. TCS users have reported finding some interesting things while digging around in there. ''Wink wink.''		''Pro tip:'' Pressing 4 from the Audio Assist main menu will take you to the "Additional Options" sub-menu. TCS users have reported finding some interesting things while digging around in there. ''Wink wink.''

			== Audio Assist® Tree Diagrams ==

			=== WOWDiesel V4.X ===
			[[File:Audio Assist Tree Diagram - Diesel Version 4.png\|center\|thumb\|800x800px\|Click to Enlarge]]
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			=== WOWSteam V4.6 ===
			[[File:Audio Assist Tree Diagram - Steam Version 4.6.png\|center\|thumb\|800x800px\|Click to Enlarge]]

	=Other Audio Assist Features=		=Other Audio Assist Features=

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	''Pro tip:'' Pressing 4 from the Audio Assist main menu will take you to the "Additional Options" sub-menu. TCS users have reported finding some interesting things while digging around in there. ''Wink wink.''		''Pro tip:'' Pressing 4 from the Audio Assist main menu will take you to the "Additional Options" sub-menu. TCS users have reported finding some interesting things while digging around in there. ''Wink wink.''

	==Other Audio Assist Features==		=Other Audio Assist Features=
	The features listed below are considered to be ''expansions'' of Audio Assist but are not literally within the Audio Assist program itself.		The features listed below are considered to be ''expansions'' of Audio Assist but are not literally within the Audio Assist program itself.

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 The features listed below are considered to be ''expansions'' of Audio Assist but are not literally within the Audio Assist program itself.
-===WOWSound "Rotate" Feature===
+==WOWSound "Rotate" Feature==
-The rotate feature on a WOWSound decoder allows you to quickly cycle through all of the whistles, horns, or bells on the decoder. The number of whistles, horns, and bells on your decoder will vary based on the Version and type. (Steam/Diesel/OEM/etc.)
+{{{{NAMESPACE}}:WOWSound Rotate Feature}}
-To use the Rotate feature, play a horn/whistle or bell sound, then press the Rotate button (default is 9) to begin cycling through the available sounds. When rotating horns/whistles, Audio Assist will announce the new selected horn/whistle set; Rotating bells will play a sample sound of the new bell. Once the rotate button is pressed, the new set is locked in automatically. The Rotate feature will change the entire set of horn/whistle sounds at the same time. (That includes the long, short, crossing quills, and directional quills.) The Rotate feature will rotate through the available sounds in alphabetical order. You may use the direction key on your throttle to change the order of the rotation. For example, setting the throttle to reverse will cause the rotate feature to begin cycling through the sounds in reverse alphabetical order. You may use this to "go back" if you found something you liked and do not want to go all the way around again, or if you want to go to one of the last options on the list more quickly.
+==Light Mode and Sound Mode==
-To watch our video demonstration of the Rotate feature, see below:
+{{{{NAMESPACE}}:Light Mode and Sound Mode}}
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	Leave CV programming behind with Audio Assist®, the intuitive audio menu system that comes with every TCS WOWSound decoder! Never look up another programming manual or CV ever again thanks to the intuitive and easy to use Audio ~~Assist®~~ programming process! With Audio ~~Assist®~~, your WOWSound decoder will literally talk you through common programming options. Follow the verbal commands to change horns and bells, calibrate chuffs, change sound volumes, remap sounds and lighting effects, and so much more using Audio ~~Assist®~~. Program all of your sound functionality and most of your lighting functionality without ever touching a single CV or your programming track.		Leave CV programming behind with Audio Assist®, the intuitive audio menu system that comes with every TCS WOWSound decoder! Never look up another programming manual or CV ever again thanks to the intuitive and easy to use Audio Assist programming process! With Audio Assist, your WOWSound decoder will literally talk you through common programming options. Follow the verbal commands to change horns and bells, calibrate chuffs, change sound volumes, remap sounds and lighting effects, and so much more using Audio Assist. Program all of your sound functionality and most of your lighting functionality without ever touching a single CV or your programming track.

	==What is Audio ~~Assist®~~?==		==What is Audio Assist?==
	Audio ~~Assist®~~ is an auditory feedback programming process, integrated into every WOWSound decoder manufactured. Audio ~~Assist®~~ has been included in every WOWSound decoder ever since Version 1! Audio ~~Assist®~~ works in a similar way to an automated telephone answering service. After entering the program, you can modify decoder settings by listening to the audio prompts, and then pressing the button or buttons corresponding to whatever option you would like to change or operation you would like to perform.		Audio Assist is an auditory feedback programming process, integrated into every WOWSound decoder manufactured. Audio Assist has been included in every WOWSound decoder ever since Version 1! Audio Assist works in a similar way to an automated telephone answering service. After entering the program, you can modify decoder settings by listening to the audio prompts, and then pressing the button or buttons corresponding to whatever option you would like to change or operation you would like to perform.

	==Using Audio ~~Assist®~~==		==Using Audio Assist==
	With your locomotive stopped on an operational track, ''rapidly'' press button 8 four times to activate the Audio ~~Assist®~~ guide. Follow the prompts to quickly set up and change the settings on your locomotives. Pressing button 9 at any time brings you to the previous menu, and pressing 0 will exit Audio ~~Assist®~~ altogether and return you to normal operation.		With your locomotive stopped on an operational track, ''rapidly'' press button 8 four times to activate the Audio Assist guide. Follow the prompts to quickly set up and change the settings on your locomotives. Pressing button 9 at any time brings you to the previous menu, and pressing 0 will exit Audio Assist altogether and return you to normal operation.

	Many of the functions available in WOWSound decoders are adjustable through Audio ~~Assist®~~. We recommend using the Audio ~~Assist®~~ functionality whenever possible, as it is typically much faster and easier to do programming in this way.		Many of the functions available in WOWSound decoders are adjustable through Audio Assist. We recommend using the Audio Assist functionality whenever possible, as it is typically much faster and easier to do programming in this way.

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	==What is Audio ~~Assist®~~ Capable of Programming?==		==What is Audio Assist Capable of Programming?==

	===Sound Functions===		===Sound Functions===
	Audio ~~Assist®~~ is most commonly use to set up sound functions in your WOWSound decoder. Examples include changing volume levels, changing sound button mappings, and changing your engine type (steam chuff set or diesel prime mover).		Audio Assist is most commonly use to set up sound functions in your WOWSound decoder. Examples include changing volume levels, changing sound button mappings, and changing your engine type (steam chuff set or diesel prime mover).

	===Light Functions===		===Light Functions===
	Audio ~~Assist®~~ can be used to configure your lighting outputs. You can set up lighting effects on an output, change the active direction, and change what button turns the light on and off.		Audio Assist can be used to configure your lighting outputs. You can set up lighting effects on an output, change the active direction, and change what button turns the light on and off.

	===Speed Matching===		===Speed Matching===
	While in operation and running on your track, you can use Audio ~~Assist®~~ to speed match your locomotive in real-time! Take the guesswork out of programming CV's by using Audio ~~Assist®~~ to speed match your locomotive against other locomotives ''while running'' and get that speed matching just perfect.		While in operation and running on your track, you can use Audio Assist to speed match your locomotive in real-time! Take the guesswork out of programming CV's by using Audio Assist to speed match your locomotive against other locomotives ''while running'' and get that speed matching just perfect.

	===User Presets===		===User Presets===
	TCS Decoders are unique in offering 3 User Presets that can be set and saved. These allow you to save 3 versions of your own sound settings for easy resets to settings other than the factory default values. These can only be set up through Audio ~~Assist®~~. Please consult the Programming Guide for your decoder version for more information on setting up and using User Presets.		TCS Decoders are unique in offering 3 User Presets that can be set and saved. These allow you to save 3 versions of your own sound settings for easy resets to settings other than the factory default values. These can only be set up through Audio Assist. Please consult the Programming Guide for your decoder version for more information on setting up and using User Presets.

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	===And Much More!===		===And Much More!===
	Audio ~~Assist®~~ is featured on both WOWSteam and WOWDiesel decoders. We can't cover all of the details here, so please make sure to visit our [https://tcsdcc.com/videos Videos] page for further information and demonstrations. For the complete Audio ~~Assist®~~ programming trees please click here: [http://tcsdcc.com/sites/default/files/2018-05/Audio%20Assist%20Steam%20V4.pdf WOWSteam] \| [http://tcsdcc.com/sites/default/files/2018-05/Audio%20Assist%20Diesel%20V4.pdf WOWDiesel]		Audio Assist is featured on both WOWSteam and WOWDiesel decoders. We can't cover all of the details here, so please make sure to visit our [https://tcsdcc.com/videos Videos] page for further information and demonstrations. For the complete Audio Assist programming trees please click here: [http://tcsdcc.com/sites/default/files/2018-05/Audio%20Assist%20Steam%20V4.pdf WOWSteam] \| [http://tcsdcc.com/sites/default/files/2018-05/Audio%20Assist%20Diesel%20V4.pdf WOWDiesel]

	''Pro tip:'' Pressing 4 from the Audio Assist main menu will take you to the "Additional Options" sub-menu. TCS users have reported finding some interesting things while digging around in there. ''Wink wink.''		''Pro tip:'' Pressing 4 from the Audio Assist main menu will take you to the "Additional Options" sub-menu. TCS users have reported finding some interesting things while digging around in there. ''Wink wink.''

	== Other Audio ~~Assist®~~ Features ==		==Other Audio Assist Features==
	The features listed below are considered to be ''expansions'' of Audio ~~Assist®~~ but are not literally within the Audio ~~Assist®~~ program itself.		The features listed below are considered to be ''expansions'' of Audio Assist but are not literally within the Audio Assist program itself.

	=== WOWSound "Rotate" Feature ===		===WOWSound "Rotate" Feature===
	The rotate feature on a WOWSound decoder allows you to quickly cycle through all of the whistles, horns, or bells on the decoder. The number of whistles, horns, and bells on your decoder will vary based on the Version and type. (Steam/Diesel/OEM/etc.)		The rotate feature on a WOWSound decoder allows you to quickly cycle through all of the whistles, horns, or bells on the decoder. The number of whistles, horns, and bells on your decoder will vary based on the Version and type. (Steam/Diesel/OEM/etc.)

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	=== Light Mode & Sound Mode ===		===Light Mode & Sound Mode===
	''Question: I hooked up my lights on my WOWSound decoder but I cannot turn them on. What gives?''		''Question: I hooked up my lights on my WOWSound decoder but I cannot turn them on. What gives?''

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	WOWSound decoders have two operational modes: Light Mode and Sound Mode. When first powering up a WOWSound decoder, it will default to Sound Mode. In order to access your light functions beyond F0, you must enter Light Mode. (Unless otherwise user-configured)		WOWSound decoders have two operational modes: Light Mode and Sound Mode. When first powering up a WOWSound decoder, it will default to Sound Mode. In order to access your light functions beyond F0, you must enter Light Mode. (Unless otherwise user-configured)

	To toggle operational modes, you must press Button 8 on your controller twice in rapid succession. You will hear an announcement from Audio ~~Assist®~~ announcing the active mode. In order to change back, just press button 8 twice again. If you switch too fast, however, the decoder may register 4 presses and enter the Audio ~~Assist®~~ program.		To toggle operational modes, you must press Button 8 on your controller twice in rapid succession. You will hear an announcement from Audio Assist announcing the active mode. In order to change back, just press button 8 twice again. If you switch too fast, however, the decoder may register 4 presses and enter the Audio Assist program.

	In sound mode, you can use buttons 0-28 to control sound functions. In Light Mode, you can use buttons 0-12 to control lighting functions. Both modes can be remapped using Audio Assist or CV programming, but you should refer to your decoder literature for the default mappings. By default, Light Mode buttons will correspond directly to their numbered function output unless otherwise programmed. By default, ONLY function 0 will respond to commands in both Sound Mode and Light Mode. In order to use any other function button in both modes, that button must be "dual-enabled" using CV programming. For assistance on CV programming function buttons into dual-mode, visit the Guided Programmer for your decoder type:		In sound mode, you can use buttons 0-28 to control sound functions. In Light Mode, you can use buttons 0-12 to control lighting functions. Both modes can be remapped using Audio Assist or CV programming, but you should refer to your decoder literature for the default mappings. By default, Light Mode buttons will correspond directly to their numbered function output unless otherwise programmed. By default, ONLY function 0 will respond to commands in both Sound Mode and Light Mode. In order to use any other function button in both modes, that button must be "dual-enabled" using CV programming. For assistance on CV programming function buttons into dual-mode, visit the Guided Programmer for your decoder type:
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	Leave CV programming behind with Audio Assist®, the intuitive audio menu system that comes with every TCS WOWSound decoder! Never look up another programming manual or CV ever again thanks to the intuitive and easy to use Audio Assist® programming process! With Audio Assist®, your WOWSound decoder will literally talk you through common programming options. Follow the verbal commands to change horns and bells, calibrate chuffs, change sound volumes, remap sounds and lighting effects, and so much more using Audio Assist®. Program all of your sound functionality and most of your lighting functionality without ever touching a single CV or your programming track.		Leave CV programming behind with Audio Assist®, the intuitive audio menu system that comes with every TCS WOWSound decoder! Never look up another programming manual or CV ever again thanks to the intuitive and easy to use Audio Assist® programming process! With Audio Assist®, your WOWSound decoder will literally talk you through common programming options. Follow the verbal commands to change horns and bells, calibrate chuffs, change sound volumes, remap sounds and lighting effects, and so much more using Audio Assist®. Program all of your sound functionality and most of your lighting functionality without ever touching a single CV or your programming track.

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	To use the Rotate feature, play a horn/whistle or bell sound, then press the Rotate button (default is 9) to begin cycling through the available sounds. When rotating horns/whistles, Audio Assist will announce the new selected horn/whistle set; Rotating bells will play a sample sound of the new bell. Once the rotate button is pressed, the new set is locked in automatically. The Rotate feature will change the entire set of horn/whistle sounds at the same time. (That includes the long, short, crossing quills, and directional quills.) The Rotate feature will rotate through the available sounds in alphabetical order. You may use the direction key on your throttle to change the order of the rotation. For example, setting the throttle to reverse will cause the rotate feature to begin cycling through the sounds in reverse alphabetical order. You may use this to "go back" if you found something you liked and do not want to go all the way around again, or if you want to go to one of the last options on the list more quickly.		To use the Rotate feature, play a horn/whistle or bell sound, then press the Rotate button (default is 9) to begin cycling through the available sounds. When rotating horns/whistles, Audio Assist will announce the new selected horn/whistle set; Rotating bells will play a sample sound of the new bell. Once the rotate button is pressed, the new set is locked in automatically. The Rotate feature will change the entire set of horn/whistle sounds at the same time. (That includes the long, short, crossing quills, and directional quills.) The Rotate feature will rotate through the available sounds in alphabetical order. You may use the direction key on your throttle to change the order of the rotation. For example, setting the throttle to reverse will cause the rotate feature to begin cycling through the sounds in reverse alphabetical order. You may use this to "go back" if you found something you liked and do not want to go all the way around again, or if you want to go to one of the last options on the list more quickly.
	To watch our video demonstration of the Rotate feature, see below:		To watch our video demonstration of the Rotate feature, see below:
	~~TODO video~~
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	=== Light Mode & Sound Mode ===		=== Light Mode & Sound Mode ===
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	To learn more and see a demonstration of Light Mode and Sound Mode, check out our video on WOWSound Operational Modes:		To learn more and see a demonstration of Light Mode and Sound Mode, check out our video on WOWSound Operational Modes:

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	Leave CV programming behind with Audio Assist®, the intuitive audio menu system that comes with every TCS WOWSound decoder! Never look up another programming manual or CV ever again thanks to the intuitive and easy to use Audio Assist® programming process! With Audio Assist®, your WOWSound decoder will literally talk you through common programming options. Follow the verbal commands to change horns and bells, calibrate chuffs, change sound volumes, remap sounds and lighting effects, and so much more using Audio Assist®. Program all of your sound functionality and most of your lighting functionality without ever touching a single CV or your programming track.		Leave CV programming behind with Audio Assist®, the intuitive audio menu system that comes with every TCS WOWSound decoder! Never look up another programming manual or CV ever again thanks to the intuitive and easy to use Audio Assist® programming process! With Audio Assist®, your WOWSound decoder will literally talk you through common programming options. Follow the verbal commands to change horns and bells, calibrate chuffs, change sound volumes, remap sounds and lighting effects, and so much more using Audio Assist®. Program all of your sound functionality and most of your lighting functionality without ever touching a single CV or your programming track.

	== What is Audio Assist®? ==		==What is Audio Assist®?==
	Audio Assist® is an auditory feedback programming process, integrated into every WOWSound decoder manufactured. Audio Assist® has been included in every WOWSound decoder ever since Version 1! Audio Assist® works in a similar way to an automated telephone answering service. After entering the program, you can modify decoder settings by listening to the audio prompts, and then pressing the button or buttons corresponding to whatever option you would like to change or operation you would like to perform.		Audio Assist® is an auditory feedback programming process, integrated into every WOWSound decoder manufactured. Audio Assist® has been included in every WOWSound decoder ever since Version 1! Audio Assist® works in a similar way to an automated telephone answering service. After entering the program, you can modify decoder settings by listening to the audio prompts, and then pressing the button or buttons corresponding to whatever option you would like to change or operation you would like to perform.

	== Using Audio Assist® ==		==Using Audio Assist®==
	With your locomotive stopped on an operational track, ''rapidly'' press button 8 four times to activate the Audio Assist® guide. Follow the prompts to quickly set up and change the settings on your locomotives. Pressing button 9 at any time brings you to the previous menu, and pressing 0 will exit Audio Assist® altogether and return you to normal operation.		With your locomotive stopped on an operational track, ''rapidly'' press button 8 four times to activate the Audio Assist® guide. Follow the prompts to quickly set up and change the settings on your locomotives. Pressing button 9 at any time brings you to the previous menu, and pressing 0 will exit Audio Assist® altogether and return you to normal operation.

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	== What is Audio Assist® Capable of Programming? ==		==What is Audio Assist® Capable of Programming?==

	=== Sound Functions ===		===Sound Functions===
	Audio Assist® is most commonly use to set up sound functions in your WOWSound decoder. Examples include changing volume levels, changing sound button mappings, and changing your engine type (steam chuff set or diesel prime mover).		Audio Assist® is most commonly use to set up sound functions in your WOWSound decoder. Examples include changing volume levels, changing sound button mappings, and changing your engine type (steam chuff set or diesel prime mover).

	=== Light Functions ===		===Light Functions===
	Audio Assist® can be used to configure your lighting outputs. You can set up lighting effects on an output, change the active direction, and change what button turns the light on and off.		Audio Assist® can be used to configure your lighting outputs. You can set up lighting effects on an output, change the active direction, and change what button turns the light on and off.

	=== Speed Matching ===		===Speed Matching===
	While in operation and running on your track, you can use Audio Assist® to speed match your locomotive in real-time! Take the guesswork out of programming CV's by using Audio Assist® to speed match your locomotive against other locomotives ''while running'' and get that speed matching just perfect.		While in operation and running on your track, you can use Audio Assist® to speed match your locomotive in real-time! Take the guesswork out of programming CV's by using Audio Assist® to speed match your locomotive against other locomotives ''while running'' and get that speed matching just perfect.

	=== User Presets ===		===User Presets===
	TCS Decoders are unique in offering 3 User Presets that can be set and saved. These allow you to save 3 versions of your own sound settings for easy resets to settings other than the factory default values. These can only be set up through Audio Assist®. Please consult the Programming Guide for your decoder version for more information on setting up and using User Presets.		TCS Decoders are unique in offering 3 User Presets that can be set and saved. These allow you to save 3 versions of your own sound settings for easy resets to settings other than the factory default values. These can only be set up through Audio Assist®. Please consult the Programming Guide for your decoder version for more information on setting up and using User Presets.

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	=== And Much More! ===		===And Much More!===
	Audio Assist® is featured on both WOWSteam and WOWDiesel decoders. We can't cover all of the details here, so please make sure to visit our [[/videos\|Videos]~~] section~~ for further information and demonstrations. For the complete Audio Assist® programming trees please click here: WOWSteam \| WOWDiesel		Audio Assist® is featured on both WOWSteam and WOWDiesel decoders. We can't cover all of the details here, so please make sure to visit our [https://tcsdcc.com/videos Videos] page for further information and demonstrations. For the complete Audio Assist® programming trees please click here: [http://tcsdcc.com/sites/default/files/2018-05/Audio%20Assist%20Steam%20V4.pdf WOWSteam] \| [http://tcsdcc.com/sites/default/files/2018-05/Audio%20Assist%20Diesel%20V4.pdf WOWDiesel]

	''Pro tip:'' Pressing 4 from the Audio Assist main menu will take you to the "Additional Options" sub-menu. TCS users have reported finding some interesting things while digging around in there. ''Wink wink.''		''Pro tip:'' Pressing 4 from the Audio Assist main menu will take you to the "Additional Options" sub-menu. TCS users have reported finding some interesting things while digging around in there. ''Wink wink.''

			== Other Audio Assist® Features ==
			The features listed below are considered to be ''expansions'' of Audio Assist® but are not literally within the Audio Assist® program itself.

			=== WOWSound "Rotate" Feature ===
			The rotate feature on a WOWSound decoder allows you to quickly cycle through all of the whistles, horns, or bells on the decoder. The number of whistles, horns, and bells on your decoder will vary based on the Version and type. (Steam/Diesel/OEM/etc.)

			To use the Rotate feature, play a horn/whistle or bell sound, then press the Rotate button (default is 9) to begin cycling through the available sounds. When rotating horns/whistles, Audio Assist will announce the new selected horn/whistle set; Rotating bells will play a sample sound of the new bell. Once the rotate button is pressed, the new set is locked in automatically. The Rotate feature will change the entire set of horn/whistle sounds at the same time. (That includes the long, short, crossing quills, and directional quills.) The Rotate feature will rotate through the available sounds in alphabetical order. You may use the direction key on your throttle to change the order of the rotation. For example, setting the throttle to reverse will cause the rotate feature to begin cycling through the sounds in reverse alphabetical order. You may use this to "go back" if you found something you liked and do not want to go all the way around again, or if you want to go to one of the last options on the list more quickly.
			To watch our video demonstration of the Rotate feature, see below:
			TODO video

			=== Light Mode & Sound Mode ===
			''Question: I hooked up my lights on my WOWSound decoder but I cannot turn them on. What gives?''

			'''NOTE:''' ''If you are looking for assistance or advice on wiring your locomotive, see the sections below for wiring LED's or incandescent lamps.''

			WOWSound decoders have two operational modes: Light Mode and Sound Mode. When first powering up a WOWSound decoder, it will default to Sound Mode. In order to access your light functions beyond F0, you must enter Light Mode. (Unless otherwise user-configured)

			To toggle operational modes, you must press Button 8 on your controller twice in rapid succession. You will hear an announcement from Audio Assist® announcing the active mode. In order to change back, just press button 8 twice again. If you switch too fast, however, the decoder may register 4 presses and enter the Audio Assist® program.

			In sound mode, you can use buttons 0-28 to control sound functions. In Light Mode, you can use buttons 0-12 to control lighting functions. Both modes can be remapped using Audio Assist or CV programming, but you should refer to your decoder literature for the default mappings. By default, Light Mode buttons will correspond directly to their numbered function output unless otherwise programmed. By default, ONLY function 0 will respond to commands in both Sound Mode and Light Mode. In order to use any other function button in both modes, that button must be "dual-enabled" using CV programming. For assistance on CV programming function buttons into dual-mode, visit the Guided Programmer for your decoder type:

			[https://tcsdcc.com/programmingtools Programming Tools]


			''Question: Function 2 doesn't work?''

			Most likely, lighting Function 2 of your decoder ''is'' working. Some command stations and throttles (such as Digitrax) set Button 2 as a momentary function (not latching). You can confirm this by ''holding'' the button down to see if your light remains on.

			''Okay so how do I fix that?''

			The simple solution is to remap your light to another button. Otherwise, the instruction manual for your throttle or command station should tell you how to change the momentary function to a latching one.

			To learn more and see a demonstration of Light Mode and Sound Mode, check out our video on WOWSound Operational Modes:

			TODO video
			<br />

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	Leave CV programming behind with Audio Assist®, the intuitive audio menu system that comes with every TCS WOWSound decoder! Never look up another programming manual or CV ever again thanks to the intuitive and easy to use Audio Assist® programming process! With Audio Assist®, your ~~[[/~~WOWSound~~\|WOWSound]]~~ decoder will literally talk you through common programming options. Follow the verbal commands to change horns and bells, calibrate chuffs, change sound volumes, remap sounds and lighting effects, and so much more using Audio Assist®. Program all of your sound functionality and most of your lighting functionality without ever touching a single CV or your programming track.		Leave CV programming behind with Audio Assist®, the intuitive audio menu system that comes with every TCS WOWSound decoder! Never look up another programming manual or CV ever again thanks to the intuitive and easy to use Audio Assist® programming process! With Audio Assist®, your WOWSound decoder will literally talk you through common programming options. Follow the verbal commands to change horns and bells, calibrate chuffs, change sound volumes, remap sounds and lighting effects, and so much more using Audio Assist®. Program all of your sound functionality and most of your lighting functionality without ever touching a single CV or your programming track.

	== What is Audio Assist®? ==		== What is Audio Assist®? ==
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	Many of the functions available in WOWSound decoders are adjustable through Audio Assist®. We recommend using the Audio Assist® functionality whenever possible, as it is typically much faster and easier to do programming in this way.		Many of the functions available in WOWSound decoders are adjustable through Audio Assist®. We recommend using the Audio Assist® functionality whenever possible, as it is typically much faster and easier to do programming in this way.

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	== What is Audio Assist® Capable of Programming? ==		== What is Audio Assist® Capable of Programming? ==
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	=== User Presets ===		=== User Presets ===
	TCS Decoders are unique in offering 3 User Presets that can be set and saved. These allow you to save 3 versions of your own sound settings for easy resets to settings other than the factory default values. These can only be set up through Audio Assist®. Please consult the Programming Guide for your decoder version for more information on setting up and using User Presets.		TCS Decoders are unique in offering 3 User Presets that can be set and saved. These allow you to save 3 versions of your own sound settings for easy resets to settings other than the factory default values. These can only be set up through Audio Assist®. Please consult the Programming Guide for your decoder version for more information on setting up and using User Presets.

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	=== And Much More! ===		=== And Much More! ===

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			Leave CV programming behind with Audio Assist®, the intuitive audio menu system that comes with every TCS WOWSound decoder! Never look up another programming manual or CV ever again thanks to the intuitive and easy to use Audio Assist® programming process! With Audio Assist®, your [[/WOWSound\|WOWSound]] decoder will literally talk you through common programming options. Follow the verbal commands to change horns and bells, calibrate chuffs, change sound volumes, remap sounds and lighting effects, and so much more using Audio Assist®. Program all of your sound functionality and most of your lighting functionality without ever touching a single CV or your programming track.

			== What is Audio Assist®? ==
			Audio Assist® is an auditory feedback programming process, integrated into every WOWSound decoder manufactured. Audio Assist® has been included in every WOWSound decoder ever since Version 1! Audio Assist® works in a similar way to an automated telephone answering service. After entering the program, you can modify decoder settings by listening to the audio prompts, and then pressing the button or buttons corresponding to whatever option you would like to change or operation you would like to perform.

			== Using Audio Assist® ==
			With your locomotive stopped on an operational track, ''rapidly'' press button 8 four times to activate the Audio Assist® guide. Follow the prompts to quickly set up and change the settings on your locomotives. Pressing button 9 at any time brings you to the previous menu, and pressing 0 will exit Audio Assist® altogether and return you to normal operation.

			Many of the functions available in WOWSound decoders are adjustable through Audio Assist®. We recommend using the Audio Assist® functionality whenever possible, as it is typically much faster and easier to do programming in this way.

			== What is Audio Assist® Capable of Programming? ==

			=== Sound Functions ===
			Audio Assist® is most commonly use to set up sound functions in your WOWSound decoder. Examples include changing volume levels, changing sound button mappings, and changing your engine type (steam chuff set or diesel prime mover).

			=== Light Functions ===
			Audio Assist® can be used to configure your lighting outputs. You can set up lighting effects on an output, change the active direction, and change what button turns the light on and off.

			=== Speed Matching ===
			While in operation and running on your track, you can use Audio Assist® to speed match your locomotive in real-time! Take the guesswork out of programming CV's by using Audio Assist® to speed match your locomotive against other locomotives ''while running'' and get that speed matching just perfect.

			=== User Presets ===
			TCS Decoders are unique in offering 3 User Presets that can be set and saved. These allow you to save 3 versions of your own sound settings for easy resets to settings other than the factory default values. These can only be set up through Audio Assist®. Please consult the Programming Guide for your decoder version for more information on setting up and using User Presets.

			=== And Much More! ===
			Audio Assist® is featured on both WOWSteam and WOWDiesel decoders. We can't cover all of the details here, so please make sure to visit our [[/videos\|Videos]] section for further information and demonstrations. For the complete Audio Assist® programming trees please click here: WOWSteam \| WOWDiesel

			''Pro tip:'' Pressing 4 from the Audio Assist main menu will take you to the "Additional Options" sub-menu. TCS users have reported finding some interesting things while digging around in there. ''Wink wink.''