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==Overview==
 
==Overview==
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Bachmann’s DCC sound-equipped ACS-64 uses Siemens Mobility’s original design documentation and authentic sound files recorded from the prototype. This model includes a TCS WOWSound® decoder with Audio Assist® for easy configuration without programming CVs, and on-board Keep-Alive® device for uninterrupted operation, even over dirty track. The WOWSound® diesel-electric locomotive sound package includes sounds for horn, bell, prime mover, air compressor, dynamic brakes, cooling fan, coupler close/release, brake release and application, and many more!
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Bachmann’s DCC sound-equipped ACS-64 uses Siemens Mobility’s original design documentation and authentic sound files recorded from the prototype. This model includes a TCS WOWSound® decoder with Audio Assist® for easy configuration without programming CVs, and on-board Keep-Alive® device for uninterrupted operation, even over dirty track. The WOWSound® electric locomotive sound package includes sounds for horn, bell, prime mover, air compressor, dynamic brakes, cooling fan, coupler close/release, brake release and application, and many more!
  
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Loaded with prototypical features, the ACS-64 in HO-scale from Bachmann Trains brings all the sights and sounds of Siemens' sleek new diesel-electric locomotive to your layout.
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Loaded with prototypical features, the ACS-64 in HO-scale from Bachmann Trains brings all the sights and sounds of Siemens' sleek new electric locomotive to your layout.
  
 
Features include:
 
Features include:
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*Siemens-approved design
 
*Siemens-approved design
 
*DCC sound-equipped for sound, speed, direction, and lighting control
 
*DCC sound-equipped for sound, speed, direction, and lighting control
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*Dual-mode NMRA-compliant decoder operates sound, motor, and lights on DCC or DC power.
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*Dual-mode NMRA-compliant decoder operates sound, motor, and lights on DCC or DC power
 
*TCS true CD-quality audio with 16-bit depth resolution at 44,100Hz
 
*TCS true CD-quality audio with 16-bit depth resolution at 44,100Hz
 
*Authentic and prototypical sounds
 
*Authentic and prototypical sounds
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*On-board Keep-Alive® device that keeps your engine running during power interruptions due to dirty track or loss of electrical contact
 
*On-board Keep-Alive® device that keeps your engine running during power interruptions due to dirty track or loss of electrical contact
 
*Directional headlights with "Rule 17" dimming operation enabled by default
 
*Directional headlights with "Rule 17" dimming operation enabled by default
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*Interior corridor work lights
 
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*Roof-mounted strobe lights, with operation per prototype
 
 
*Directional marker lights
 
*Directional marker lights
 
*Steady/alternate flashing ditch lights
 
*Steady/alternate flashing ditch lights
 
*TCS' industry-leading "quiet drive" Back EMF motor control for superior slow-speed performance and load compensation
 
*TCS' industry-leading "quiet drive" Back EMF motor control for superior slow-speed performance and load compensation
 
*User-loadable speed table options (3-point, 28-point, and 126-point curves)
 
*User-loadable speed table options (3-point, 28-point, and 126-point curves)
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*Three select-able [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcZYD4bqLLk&list=PLYomfXJnNz3lQzTTKJv5dr-YGnO1w-0rC Throttle Modes]
 
 
*Two configurable [https://youtu.be/bI_q1F6W3d0 Momentum Modes]
 
*Two configurable [https://youtu.be/bI_q1F6W3d0 Momentum Modes]
 
*TCS' new and exclusive Function Pagination System
 
*TCS' new and exclusive Function Pagination System
 
*Die-cast frame
 
*Die-cast frame
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*Separately-applied windshield wipers, grab irons and other detail parts
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*Separately-applied windshield wipers and grab irons
 
*Realistic top speed (limited in some cases by track voltage)
 
*Realistic top speed (limited in some cases by track voltage)
  
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The values outlined below in the button mapping, sound list, and CV values are the defaults assigned to this particular decoder from the factory.
 
The values outlined below in the button mapping, sound list, and CV values are the defaults assigned to this particular decoder from the factory.
  
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For information on how to program your locomotive using the values provided in the charts below, please see our [https://tcsdcc.com/ComprehensiveProgGuide Comprehensive Programming Guide], [https://tcsdcc.com/WOWDieselGuide WOWDiesel V4 Programming Guide], and/or [[NMRA Standard CV's|List of Standard CV's]].
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For information on how to program your locomotive using the values provided in the charts below, please see our [https://tcsdcc.com/ComprehensiveProgGuide Comprehensive Programming Guide], [https://09122110-fb14-4cd5-92e8-876baa0f5900.usrfiles.com/ugd/091221_4228265abdea4fba838577e3e7ee15a0.pdf WOWElectric V1 Programming Guide], and/or [[NMRA Standard CV's|List of Standard CV's]].
  
 
===TCS Function Pagination System===
 
===TCS Function Pagination System===
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'''''Note: the decoder supports accessing functions above 9 at any time by pressing the corresponding button(s) on your throttle regardless of the currently selected function page.'''''
 
'''''Note: the decoder supports accessing functions above 9 at any time by pressing the corresponding button(s) on your throttle regardless of the currently selected function page.'''''
  
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If you have a command station which supports all 28 function buttons and would like to disable function pagination, this may be done by re-configuring the User Options indexed CV 4:19. For more information on the User Options indexed CV for Version 4 WOWSound Diesel decoders, please see ''Page 19'' of the [https://tcsdcc.com/ComprehensiveProgGuide WOWSound Diesel Version 4 Complete Programming Guide]. This document can be used in conjunction with the [[Bachmann Spectrum SC-44 (Charger) - HO#CV Addendum .28Indexed CV.27s.29|Indexed CV Addendum]] below.  
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If you have a command station which supports all 28 function buttons and would like to disable function pagination, this may be done by re-configuring the User Options indexed CV 4:19. For more information on the User Options indexed CV for Version 4 WOWSound Electric decoders, please see ''Page 15'' of the [https://09122110-fb14-4cd5-92e8-876baa0f5900.usrfiles.com/ugd/091221_4228265abdea4fba838577e3e7ee15a0.pdf WOWElectric V1 Programming Guide]. This document can be used in conjunction with the [[Bachmann Spectrum SC-44 (Charger) - HO#CV Addendum .28Indexed CV.27s.29|Indexed CV Addendum]] below.  
  
 
To disable Function Pagination, you must first have a ACS-64 decoder with a manufactured date which falls within or after the Second Run (After January 18th 2021). First Run ACS-64 decoders do not support the option to disable Function Pagination. Set the values of the Indexed CV as follows:
 
To disable Function Pagination, you must first have a ACS-64 decoder with a manufactured date which falls within or after the Second Run (After January 18th 2021). First Run ACS-64 decoders do not support the option to disable Function Pagination. Set the values of the Indexed CV as follows:
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*CV 201 = 4
 
*CV 201 = 4
 
*CV 202 = 19
 
*CV 202 = 19
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*CV 203 = 74
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*CV 203 = 144
 
*CV 204 = 248
 
*CV 204 = 248
 
{{Button Mapping Paged
 
{{Button Mapping Paged
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! scope="row" |CV29
 
! scope="row" |CV29
 
|6
 
|6
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|Configuration CV
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|Configuration Options 1
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
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! scope="row" |CV61
 
! scope="row" |CV61
 
|41
 
|41
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|Configuration CV
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|Configuration Options 2
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
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|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
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! scope="row" |CV189
 
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|0
 
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|Dynamic brake min speed set to 0
 
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|-
 
−
|-
 
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! scope="row" |CV190
 
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|10
 
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|Rate of deceleration from Dynamic Brakes
 
 
|-
 
|-
−
|-
 
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! scope="row" |CV191
 
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|10
 
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|Dynamic Brake speed decrease (in speed steps) per press of the dynamic brake button
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
!CV248
 
!CV248
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! scope="col" |Description
 
! scope="col" |Description
 
|-
 
|-
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|-
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!2
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|0,200
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|Random Sound 1 Frequency (Air Compressor)
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|-
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!3
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|0,200
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|Random Sound 2 Frequency (Traction Motor Blower 1)
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|-
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!4
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|0,80
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|Random Sound 2 Frequency (Traction Motor Blower 2)
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|-
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!5
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|0,16
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|Random Sound 4 Frequency (Default - not used)
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|-
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!7
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|0,126
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|Random Sound Cutout Speed Step (Default - No cutout)
 
|-
 
|-
 
! scope="row" |8
 
! scope="row" |8
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|3
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|0,3
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|Default to new ACS-64 K5LA Horn
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|Horn Selection
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
! scope="row" |9
 
! scope="row" |9
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|0
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|0,1
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|ACS-64 defaults to Traditional throttle mode
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|Throttle Mode - ''Not Used''
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
! scope="row" |10
 
! scope="row" |10
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|80
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|0,100
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|Reduced Global Volume of decoder
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|Master Volume
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
! scope="row" |11
 
! scope="row" |11
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|0
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|0,0
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|Only one prime mover is available in the ACS-64 decoder
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|Traction Motor Selection - ''Only one Traction Motor sound is available in the ACS-64 decoder''
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
! scope="row" |12
 
! scope="row" |12
 
|255,2
 
|255,2
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|Enable all DC mode automatic sounds
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|DC Mode Sounds - Enable all DC mode automatic sounds
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
! scope="row" |14
 
! scope="row" |14
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|16,15
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|3,79
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|F0, 1, 2, and 7 dual mode enabled (active in light and sound mode)
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|Dual Enabled Functions - ''ACS-64 default is F0F, F0R, F1, F2, F5, F7, and F8''
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|-
 
 
|-
 
|-
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! scope="row" |15
 
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|9
 
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|Dynamic brake notch setting
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
! scope="row" |19
 
! scope="row" |19
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|FR: 16,251
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|FR: 18,251
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SR: 208,251
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SR: 210,248
 
|"USER OPTIONS" Indexed CV - bitwise (inclusive selection):
 
|"USER OPTIONS" Indexed CV - bitwise (inclusive selection):
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(0)*  Enable Manual Notching audio feedback sound
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(0) Not Used
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(1)*  Automatically notch down prime mover when brakes are on
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(2)   Mute on startup/engine auto start mute if set  
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(1) Not Used
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(3)*  Enable switch/mainline mode audio feedback  
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(4)*  Enable Rotate horn/bell audio feedback  
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(2) Mute on startup/engine auto start mute if set  
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(5)*  Enable lightmode/sound mode audio feedback  
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(6)*  Enable Audio auto shutoff timer  
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(3)  Enable switching/mainline mode audio feedback  
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(4)  Enable Rotate horn/bell audio feedback  
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(5)*  Enable light mode/sound mode audio feedback  
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(6)  Enable Audio auto shutoff timer  
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(7)*  Digitrax bit-set simulates button 2 as toggle while in A.A. mode  
 
(7)*  Digitrax bit-set simulates button 2 as toggle while in A.A. mode  
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(8)   Dual Prime Movers - Set to enable
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(9)   Prime mover notches up with dynamic brakes
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(8) Not Used
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(10)  Reverse directional horns  
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(11)  Switching mode prime mover mechanism, if set prime mover will jump notch, otherwise it will stair step (default)
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(9) Not Used
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(12)* Mainline mode prime mover mechanism, if set prime mover will jump notch (default), otherwise it will stair step
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(13)  Bypass corridor light timer
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(10) Reverse directional horns  
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'''(14)* Enable Bachmann Function Pagination (Not available in First Run models)'''
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'''(15)* Grade Crossing Quill sound blinks ditch lights (Not available in First Run models)'''
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(11) Not Used
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<u>Lines marked with an asterisk (*) are set by default.</u>
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''First-Run ACS-64 default values: CV203 = 16; CV204 = 251 [00010000 11111011]Second-Run and later ACS-64 default values: CV203 = 208; CV204 = 251 [11010000 11111011]''
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(12) Not Used
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''(Second Run is the same as above except disables dynamic brake notching, enables Function Pagination, enables quill blink)''
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(13) Not Used
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'''(14) Enable Bachmann Function Pagination (Not available in First Run models)'''  
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'''(15) Grade Crossing Quill sound blinks ditch lights (Not available in First Run models)'''
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ACS-64 First Run default 4859 [00010010 11111011], (Enables all audio feedback options, Momentary F2 in AA, Mainline mode)
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ACS-64 Second Run default 53496 [11010000 11111000], (Same as above except: ADD Function Pagination and Ditch Light Quill Blink)
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
! scope="row" |23
 
! scope="row" |23
 
|0
 
|0
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|Only 1 bell available (E-bell)
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|Bell Selection - ''Only 1 bell available (E-bell)''
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|-
 
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|-
 
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! scope="row" |32
 
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|10
 
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|Notch 2 speed step (traditional throttle mode)
 
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|-
 
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|-
 
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! scope="row" |33
 
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|25
 
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|Notch 3 speed step (traditional throttle mode)
 
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|-
 
 
|-
 
|-
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! scope="row" |34
 
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|35
 
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|Notch 4 speed step (traditional throttle mode)
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
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! scope="row" |35
 
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|50
 
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|Notch 5 speed step (traditional throttle mode)
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
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! scope="row" |v36
 
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|60
 
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|Notch 6 speed step (traditional throttle mode)
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
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! scope="row" |37
 
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|70
 
−
|Notch 7 speed step (traditional throttle mode)
 
−
|-
 
−
|-
 
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! scope="row" |38
 
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|80
 
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|Notch 8 speed step (traditional throttle mode)
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
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|-
 
|-
 
! scope="row" |46
 
! scope="row" |46
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|1,144
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|1,100
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|DC Mode motor hysteresis – When the engine starts moving in DC mode the increased current draw may cause some oscillation, if so increase the value in this CV until the oscillation goes away. If the engine is going through a power on reset try increasing Sound CV 43 (Voltage at which the Engine will power up at while in DC mode)
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|DC Mode motor hysteresis – When the engine starts moving in DC mode the increased current draw may cause some oscillation.
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If so, increase the value in this CV until the oscillation goes away.  
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If the engine is going through a power on reset try increasing Sound CV 43 (Voltage at which the Engine will power up at while in DC mode)
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
! scope="row" |50
 
! scope="row" |50
 
|6
 
|6
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|“Switching momentum” mode acceleration value
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|“Switching" momentum mode acceleration value
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
|-
 
! scope="row" |51
 
! scope="row" |51
 
|6
 
|6
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|“Switching momentum” mode deceleration value
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|“Switching" momentum mode deceleration value
 +
|-
 +
!52
 +
|20
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|“Mainline" momentum mode acceleration value
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|-
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!53
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|60
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|“Mainline" momentum mode deceleration value
 
|-
 
|-
 
|}
 
|}

Revision as of 00:43, 9 May 2023

Information on this wiki page provides particular details about this model not found in the basic guide.

Bachmann Spectrum ACS-64
Bachmann ACS-64 SEPTA 905.jpg
Model Information
ManufacturerBachmann
Stock Number67401-67408
ScaleHO-Scale
Power TypeDCC Dual Mode w/Sound
Release DateFirst Run: Jan 2018
Second Run: Sep 2018
Third Run: Feb 2019
Fourth Run: May 2023
Retail Price$439.00; $469.00
Decoder Information
Decoder Type(?)WOWElectric (OEM)
Version(?)1
Lighting Functions8
Prototype Information
BuilderSiemens Mobility
Build DateMarch 2013 - 2018
Motive PowerPantograph-Electric
Power Output6,700 hp (5,000 kW)
More Info[1]

Overview

Bachmann’s DCC sound-equipped ACS-64 uses Siemens Mobility’s original design documentation and authentic sound files recorded from the prototype. This model includes a TCS WOWSound® decoder with Audio Assist® for easy configuration without programming CVs, and on-board Keep-Alive® device for uninterrupted operation, even over dirty track. The WOWSound® electric locomotive sound package includes sounds for horn, bell, prime mover, air compressor, dynamic brakes, cooling fan, coupler close/release, brake release and application, and many more!

Loaded with prototypical features, the ACS-64 in HO-scale from Bachmann Trains brings all the sights and sounds of Siemens' sleek new electric locomotive to your layout.

Features include:

  • Siemens-approved design
  • DCC sound-equipped for sound, speed, direction, and lighting control
  • Dual-mode NMRA-compliant decoder operates sound, motor, and lights on DCC or DC power
  • TCS true CD-quality audio with 16-bit depth resolution at 44,100Hz
  • Authentic and prototypical sounds
  • Voice-guided Audio Assist® programming tool for easy set-up of almost all decoder functionality
  • On-board Keep-Alive® device that keeps your engine running during power interruptions due to dirty track or loss of electrical contact
  • Directional headlights with "Rule 17" dimming operation enabled by default
  • Directional marker lights
  • Steady/alternate flashing ditch lights
  • TCS' industry-leading "quiet drive" Back EMF motor control for superior slow-speed performance and load compensation
  • User-loadable speed table options (3-point, 28-point, and 126-point curves)
  • Two configurable Momentum Modes
  • TCS' new and exclusive Function Pagination System
  • Die-cast frame
  • Separately-applied windshield wipers and grab irons
  • Realistic top speed (limited in some cases by track voltage)

Specific Features

The ACS-64 has had some customization to make it specific to the ACS-64 locomotive. The information below details where CV’s and operation differ from the standard V4 WOWSound decoder.

DC mode operation

When operating in DC mode, the ACS-64 locomotive will sit still until a sufficient track voltage is present. Once the minimum voltage is met the locomotive will begin to move. A horn blast and bell will activate automatically. Users may trigger a grade crossing horn quill sound by quickly adjusting the track voltage up and back down quickly. The directional horn blasts, quill, and automatic DC mode bell are enabled by default and are controlled by the Automatic Sounds CV.

Additional Sound Features

The ACS-64 locomotive features new sounds such as “Whoosh” and “station announcements” as well as new traction noises like “traction motor” and “traction motor gearbox." Listen for the whine of the traction motors as the prime mover spools up and the ACS-64 takes off. As the locomotive climbs toward 125 MPH, the traction motors are drowned out as the noise from the gearbox hardware hums ever louder.

The ACS-64 supports an "automatic bell" in DCC mode. After the locomotive starts the bell will play until the DCC mode automatic bell cutout speed step is reached. Please refer to the CV Addendum (Indexed CV's) section below for more information.

The ACS-64 includes a brand new Emergency Brake air dump sound. This sound will play if a user presses the Emergency Stop button on their throttle, if the Brake button is pressed 5 times in a row, or if the decoder goes into emergency via the "Crew Alert" feature.

Button Mappings

The values outlined below in the button mapping, sound list, and CV values are the defaults assigned to this particular decoder from the factory.

For information on how to program your locomotive using the values provided in the charts below, please see our Comprehensive Programming Guide, WOWElectric V1 Programming Guide, and/or List of Standard CV's.

TCS Function Pagination System

The Bachmann Spectrum ACS-64 - HO locomotive supports TCS' new "function pagination" system. This makes it easy to access all 28 functions and all lighting effects on throttles with limited function access by adding an offset to the pressed function button (offset of +10 for function page 2; offset of +20 for function page 3). For example, to access function 15:

  • Press Button 8 on your throttle twice to rotate through the function pages until the decoder announces "function page [two]"
  • Press Button 5 on your throttle/controller
  • The decoder will activate function 5 + 10 (page 2 offset) = 15

Note: the decoder supports accessing functions above 9 at any time by pressing the corresponding button(s) on your throttle regardless of the currently selected function page.

If you have a command station which supports all 28 function buttons and would like to disable function pagination, this may be done by re-configuring the User Options indexed CV 4:19. For more information on the User Options indexed CV for Version 4 WOWSound Electric decoders, please see Page 15 of the WOWElectric V1 Programming Guide. This document can be used in conjunction with the Indexed CV Addendum below.

To disable Function Pagination, you must first have a ACS-64 decoder with a manufactured date which falls within or after the Second Run (After January 18th 2021). First Run ACS-64 decoders do not support the option to disable Function Pagination. Set the values of the Indexed CV as follows:

  • CV 201 = 4
  • CV 202 = 19
  • CV 203 = 144
  • CV 204 = 248
Button Mappings
Function Button Sound Action Light Action Dual Enabled Page and Button
0 None Headlights Yes Page 1 Button 0
1 Bell Blink Ditch Lights Yes Page 1 Button 1
2 Horn - Long Blast Blink Ditch Lights Yes Page 1 Button 2
3 Horn - Short Blast Ditch Lights (on/off) No Page 1 Button 3
4 Whoosh Number Board Lights No Page 1 Button 4
5 Train Brake Strobe Light (on/off) No Page 1 Button 5
6 Startup/Shutdown Marker Lights (on/off) No Page 1 Button 6
7 None Dim Headlights Yes Page 1 Button 7
8 1x Press Mute/Unmute
2x Press rotate light/sound mode or page
4x Press Audio Assist™ 		None Yes Page 1 Button 8
9 Dynamic Brake Corridor Lights No Page 1 Button 9
10 Manual Notch Up Ditch Lights Blink No Page 2 Button 0
11 Manual Notch Down Emergency Strobe (on/off) (or with 5x brake press or with E-STOP function) No Page 2 Button 1
12 Coupler Close None No Page 2 Button 2
13 Coupler Release None No Page 2 Button 3
14 Brake Release None No Page 2 Button 4
15 Traction Motor Blower None No Page 2 Button 5
16 Momentum None No Page 2 Button 6
17 Crew Alert None No Page 2 Button 7
18 1x Press Mute/Unmute
2x Press rotate light/sound mode or page
4x Press Audio Assist™ 		None No Page 2 Button 8
19 Random Whoosh (on/off) None No Page 2 Button 9
20 Grade Crossing Quill None No Page 3 Button 0
21 Forward Quill None No Page 3 Button 1
22 Reverse Quill None No Page 3 Button 2
23 Stop Horn None No Page 3 Button 3
24 Rotate Bell/Horn None No Page 3 Button 4
25 Windshield Wipers None No Page 3 Button 5
26 Station Announcements Departing None No Page 3 Button 6
27 Station Announcements Arriving None No Page 3 Button 7
28 1x Press Mute/Unmute
2x Press rotate light/sound mode or page
4x Press Audio Assist™ 		None No Page 3 Button 8
Random Sound Mapping
Random
Sound
Generator 		Sound
Played
1 Air Compressor
2 None
3 Dust Blower
4 Whoosh (When enabled with F19)

CV Addendum (Standard CV's)

The ACS-64 follows the motor and lighting CV's as described in TCS's Comprehensive Programming Guide. Listed below are the CV's that have been modified for the ACS-64 decoder.

CV Number CV Value Description
CV3 6 Acceleration
CV4 6 Deceleration
CV13 255 DC Mode lights
CV29 6 Configuration Options 1
CV35 16 Light output 1 mapped to F3
CV36 16 Light output 2 mapped to F3
CV39 16 Light output 3 (brown wire) mapped off of F3
CV49 40 Front headlight uses Rule 17
CV50 40 Rear headlight uses Rule 17
CV51 10 Light output 1 is a Ditch light
CV52 11 Light output 2 is a Ditch light
CV53 36 Light output 3 (brown wire) is a single pulse strobe 1 (red emergency beacon)
CV61 41 Configuration Options 2
CV63 10 Ditch light blink holdover time
CV117 221 Ditch light blink rate
CV123 0 So Rule 17 does not dim on F4
CV124 76 Ditch lights blink (F0-F6) on buttons 1, and 2
CV158 4 Enables Rule17 dimming on F7
CV248 1 / 2 Sound Set Revision Identifier. First to Third Run = 1, Fourth Run = 2

CV Addendum (Indexed CV's)

The ACS-64 follows the motor and lighting CV's as described in TCS's WOWDiesel Programming Guide. Listed below are the TCS Indexed CV's that have been modified for the ACS-64 decoder.

[The Sound type "Air Spitter" was re-named to "Dust Blower" in Audio Assist]

[The Sound type "Sanding Valve" was re-named to "Emergency Brake" in Audio Assist]

Indexed CV Number Indexed CV Value (CV203,CV204) Description
2 0,200 Random Sound 1 Frequency (Air Compressor)
3 0,200 Random Sound 2 Frequency (Traction Motor Blower 1)
4 0,80 Random Sound 2 Frequency (Traction Motor Blower 2)
5 0,16 Random Sound 4 Frequency (Default - not used)
7 0,126 Random Sound Cutout Speed Step (Default - No cutout)
8 0,3 Horn Selection
9 0,1 Throttle Mode - Not Used
10 0,100 Master Volume
11 0,0 Traction Motor Selection - Only one Traction Motor sound is available in the ACS-64 decoder
12 255,2 DC Mode Sounds - Enable all DC mode automatic sounds
14 3,79 Dual Enabled Functions - ACS-64 default is F0F, F0R, F1, F2, F5, F7, and F8
19 FR: 18,251

SR: 210,248

"USER OPTIONS" Indexed CV - bitwise (inclusive selection):

(0) Not Used

(1) Not Used

(2) Mute on startup/engine auto start mute if set

(3)  Enable switching/mainline mode audio feedback

(4)  Enable Rotate horn/bell audio feedback

(5)*  Enable light mode/sound mode audio feedback

(6)  Enable Audio auto shutoff timer

(7)*  Digitrax bit-set simulates button 2 as toggle while in A.A. mode

(8) Not Used

(9) Not Used

(10) Reverse directional horns

(11) Not Used

(12) Not Used

(13) Not Used

(14) Enable Bachmann Function Pagination (Not available in First Run models)

(15) Grade Crossing Quill sound blinks ditch lights (Not available in First Run models)

ACS-64 First Run default 4859 [00010010 11111011], (Enables all audio feedback options, Momentary F2 in AA, Mainline mode)

ACS-64 Second Run default 53496 [11010000 11111000], (Same as above except: ADD Function Pagination and Ditch Light Quill Blink)

23 0 Bell Selection - Only 1 bell available (E-bell)
43 5,0 DC Mode start voltage – Voltage at which the engine will start making noise in DC mode, the higher the value the higher the voltage
44 5,70 Voltage at which the DC mode bell will stop playing, the higher the value the higher the voltage threshold.
45 15 Speed step in DCC mode that the automatic bell will stop playing at
46 1,100 DC Mode motor hysteresis – When the engine starts moving in DC mode the increased current draw may cause some oscillation.

If so, increase the value in this CV until the oscillation goes away.

If the engine is going through a power on reset try increasing Sound CV 43 (Voltage at which the Engine will power up at while in DC mode)

50 6 “Switching" momentum mode acceleration value
51 6 “Switching" momentum mode deceleration value
52 20 “Mainline" momentum mode acceleration value
53 60 “Mainline" momentum mode deceleration value

Demonstration

Decoder Service and Repair

For service/repair, contact the Bachmann Service Department by visiting www.bachmanntrains.com/home-usa/service.php, calling 1-800-356-3910 (toll-free within the U.S. and Canada), or emailing service@bachmanntrains.com. Bachmann’s Service Department is available Monday thru Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM ET.

You can also send your locomotive to: Bachmann Trains Service Department 1400 East Erie Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19124

Please include a detailed description of your concern and complete contact information. For some service issues regarding DCC sound decoders, the Bachmann Service Department may forward your locomotive to TCS for resolution.

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