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• Diesel Version 5:Decoder Update
  ...ders firmware can be updated over-the-rails when using TCS Depot's "Update Decoders" (coming soon) and supporting hardware (coming soon).
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• Digital Command Control (DCC)
  ==Decoders== ...decoder, regardless of manufacture, will work with any DCC system. All TCS decoders conform to the DCC standard and can be used with all commercially-available
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• Support - Decoder Version
  ...ctured date. The information on this page pertains ''specifically'' to TCS decoders. TCS decoders are created with a manufactured date stored in their memory. The Manufactur
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• Proto Notch
  ...with the prototype. Using our advanced BEMF motor algorithm, Proto Notch™ decoders can sense exactly how much force is being applied to the rails to move your WOWDiesel decoders are configured with diesel-specific prototypical notching. The WOWDiesel de
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• DEPOT (Software)
  [[Category:decoders]] ...to a user's computer, it can communicate with your layout, throttles, and decoders via WiFi or USB connections, in the same way as JMRI and other model railro
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• Keep Alive® Wiring Diagrams
  '''<u>This article only lists decoders manufactured by TCS.</u>''' ...ich do not include Keep Alive on-board, such as the "KAM" and "KAT" series decoders.
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 15
  ...ess (CV 17 and CV 18). Typically this becomes a concern only when multiple decoders are installed in the same locomotive. An alternative reason to use Decoder ...ach decoder (see the chart below for the standard values) '''before''' the decoders are installed in the locomotive.
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• CV 15
  ...ess (CV 17 and CV 18). Typically this becomes a concern only when multiple decoders are installed in the same locomotive. An alternative reason to use Decoder ...ach decoder (see the chart below for the standard values) '''before''' the decoders are installed in the locomotive.
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• Support - Decoder Lock
  ...V 17]] and [[CV 18]]). Typically this becomes a concern only when multiple decoders are installed in the same locomotive. An alternative reason to use Decoder ...ach decoder (see the chart below for the standard values) '''before''' the decoders are installed in the locomotive.
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• CV 139
  ...e Brake Lights [[Lighting Effects|Lighting Effect]]. By default, non-sound decoders from TCS have the Brake mapped to button 6. To enable the Single-Stage Brak ...the [[Train Brake]] feature or the "Brake Squeal" sound type for WOWSound decoders. If you want to change which button controls the brake application on a WOW
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 16
  ...ess (CV 17 and CV 18). Typically this becomes a concern only when multiple decoders are installed in the same locomotive. An alternative reason to use Decoder ...ach decoder (see the chart below for the standard values) '''before''' the decoders are installed in the locomotive.
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• CV 16
  ...ess (CV 17 and CV 18). Typically this becomes a concern only when multiple decoders are installed in the same locomotive. An alternative reason to use Decoder ...ach decoder (see the chart below for the standard values) '''before''' the decoders are installed in the locomotive.
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• CV 61
  ...this CV more limited than in mobile decoders. This is because on WOWSound decoders, BEMF cannot be disabled or manually controlled. We do not allow you to dis ''NOTE: This setting cannot be disabled on WOWSound decoders.''
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• CD Quality Audio
  ...nd decoder. TCS can do this because of the memory capacity of the WOWSound decoders which use SD cards to hold many Gigabytes of sound data. Other manufacturers claim that they have "16 bit" sound decoders, but are referring to their microprocessor and not their audio file bit dep
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• CV 126
  ...CS only use this CV for the single-stage (On/Off) braking system. WOWSound decoders offer a [[{{NAMESPACE}}:Train_Brake|Train Brake]] system with up to 5 separ
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 65
  '''THIS CV IS NOT CURRENTLY SUPPORTED BY ''WOWSound V5'' DECODERS:'''<br>
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• CV 65
  '''THIS CV IS NOT CURRENTLY SUPPORTED BY ''WOWSound V5'' DECODERS:'''<br>
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• CV 178
  ...r commutation noise and pole voltage variance which injects noise into the decoders BEMF reading. By responding slower this gives smoother control by filtering |NOTE: This CV was introduced at different times in different decoders. This CV will not do anything if programmed with a value on a decoder which
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• Support - Resets
  Factory resets on ALL TCS decoders are performed by programming [[{{NAMESPACE}}:CV 8|CV 8]] with a value of 2. This section covers reset types which are only available on WOWSound decoders. These reset types will only reset specific settings within the WOWSound de
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 61
  ...s in the WOWDecoder. In sound decoders this CV more limited than in mobile decoders.
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• Train Brake
  ...ses a slightly different type of “Brake” than the TCS Standard decoders or decoders from any other decoder manufacturer. WOWSound uses a separate “Train Brak TCS WOWSound decoders (except most OEM options) come programmed with prototypical "[[WOWSound Mom
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• Diesel Version 5:Variable Momentum
  TCS decoders support 3 different "Momentum Setpoints" that allow locomotives to accelera For instances where the decoders motor output is tied to say a windmill's blades the variable momentum CV's
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 174
  WOWSound decoders now support smoke unit support as a [[{{NAMESPACE}}:Changing_Light_Effects|
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 175
  WOWSound decoders now support smoke unit support as a [[{{NAMESPACE}}:Changing_Light_Effects|
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• WOWSound
  ...ecoder was, quite literally, "WOW!" But what exactly is it about TCS sound decoders make you say wow? ...corded sounds make for the smoothest operating and most authentic sounding decoders on the market.
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• Dual Enabled Functions
  ...nction buttons, TCS created "Light Mode" and "Sound Mode" for our WOWSound decoders. This feature allows the user to control many more functions while using th ...xclusively for lights, in addition to the 28 sound functions. Unlike other decoders, where it is necessary to selectively choose which buttons you need to sacr
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• CV 181
  |NOTE: This CV was introduced at different times in different decoders. This CV will not do anything if programmed with a value on a decoder which Only current-generation decoders (V4.5 Diesel, V4.6 Steam, V90+ Mobile) support this CV and featureset.
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• Support - Keep Alive®
  ...arise from poor track conditions and/or poor electrical pickups. For sound decoders specifically, Keep Alive® prevents sound interruptions and engine stalling ...gramming. Just plug and play! ''This is not true for all manufacturers and decoders''! If you are unsure if your decoder supports Keep Alive® you should conta
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• Keep Alive®
  ...liminates current issues from poor track and electrical pickups. For sound decoders specifically, Keep Alive® prevents sound interruptions and engine stalling
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 51
  ...V controls which light effect is assigned to the F1 light output. On wired decoders F1 is assigned to the green wire (default), it's default light effect is on
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 52
  ...V controls which light effect is assigned to the F2 light output. On wired decoders F2 is assigned to the purple wire (default), it's default light effect is o
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 53
  ...V controls which light effect is assigned to the F3 light output. On wired decoders F3 is assigned to the brown wire (default), it's default light effect is on
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 54
  ...V controls which light effect is assigned to the F4 light output. On wired decoders F4 is assigned to the pink wire (default), it's default light effect is on
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 55
  ...V controls which light effect is assigned to the F5 light output. On wired decoders F5 is assigned to the Pink/Purple wire (default), it's default light effect
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 56
  ...V controls which light effect is assigned to the F6 light output. On wired decoders F6 is assigned to the Green/Brown wire (default), it's default light effect
  497 bytes (76 words) - 21:44, 10 December 2020
• CV 52
  ...ing_Effects|Lighting Effect]] is assigned to the F2 light output. On wired decoders F2 is assigned to the Violet/Purple wire.
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• CV 55
  ...ing_Effects|Lighting Effect]] is assigned to the F5 light output. On wired decoders F5 is assigned to the Pink&Violet wire.
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• CV 58
  ...ing_Effects|Lighting Effect]] is assigned to the F6 light output. On wired decoders F6 is assigned to the Green&Brown wire.
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• CV 177
  ...number of poles. The target speed the decoder is expecting will change the decoders output to the motor as the BEMF level changes. If this level is too low, th |NOTE: This CV was introduced at different times in different decoders. This CV will not do anything if programmed with a value on a decoder which
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• CV 51
  ...ing_Effects|Lighting Effect]] is assigned to the F1 light output. On wired decoders F1 is assigned to the Green wire.
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• CV 53
  ...ing_Effects|Lighting Effect]] is assigned to the F3 light output. On wired decoders F3 is assigned to the Brown wire.
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• CV 54
  ...ing_Effects|Lighting Effect]] is assigned to the F4 light output. On wired decoders F4 is assigned to the Pink wire.
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 49
  ...ffect]] is assigned to the F0F (Function 0 Forward) light output. On wired decoders F0F is assigned to the White wire.
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• CV 49
  ...ffect]] is assigned to the F0F (Function 0 Forward) light output. On wired decoders F0F is assigned to the White wire.
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• CV 50
  ...ffect]] is assigned to the F0R (Function 0 Reverse) light output. On wired decoders F0R is assigned to the Yellow wire.
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• CV 21
  '''NOTE:''' WOWSound decoders prior to Version 5 and all non-sound decoders will always have all functions available on the Base Address. This CV, as w
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• CV 22
  '''NOTE:''' WOWSound decoders prior to Version 5 and all non-sound decoders will always have all functions available on the Base Address. This CV, as w
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 50
  ...effect is assigned to the F0R (Function 0 Reverse) light output. On wired decoders F0R is assigned to the yellow wire (default), it's default light effect is
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 16.1.268
  This CV tracks part of the decoders unique 48 bit serial number.
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 16.1.270
  This CV tracks part of the decoders unique 48 bit serial number.
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 16.1.272
  This CV tracks part of the decoders unique 48 bit serial number.
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 16.1.269
  This CV tracks part of the decoders unique 48 bit serial number.
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 16.1.271
  This CV tracks part of the decoders unique 48 bit serial number.
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 16.1.273
  This CV tracks part of the decoders unique 48 bit serial number.
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• Diesel Version 5:Short Circuit Protection
  Starting with version 5 WOWSound decoders have a limited ability to protect themselves against short circuits in the
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• CV 179
  |NOTE: This CV was introduced at different times in different decoders. This CV will not do anything if programmed with a value on a decoder which Only current-generation decoders (V4.5 Diesel, V4.6 Steam, V90+ Mobile) support this CV and featureset.
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• Support - RailCom®
  ...ilCom enables bi-directional communication between the command station and decoders, unlike in traditional DCC where the communication is done exclusively in o ...macros. A fleet of rolling stock could also be equipped with basic RailCom decoders to keep track of cars in yards or trains. The potential applications for Ra
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• Light Function Remapping
  ...onfiguration Variables]] or via [[Audio Assist®|Audio Assist]] on WOWSound decoders. Your decoder literature pamphlet, as well as the programming resources ava ===Function Remapping - TCS Non-sound Decoders; WOWSound Version 4 and Older===
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• CV 43
  This CV is not supported in WOWSound Version 4 or older decoders.
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• CV 44
  This CV is not supported in WOWSound Version 4 or older decoders.
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• CV 46
  This CV is not supported in WOWSound Version 4 or older decoders.
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• CV 45
  This CV is not supported in WOWSound Version 4 or older decoders.
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• Variable Momentum
  TCS decoders support up to 6 different "Momentum Setpoints" that allow locomotives to ac Another possible application would be for instances where the decoders motor output is tied to something that is not a locomotive; for example, a
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• Diesel Version 5:Traditional Throttle Mode
  Traditional throttle mode is how sound decoders of the past would "traditionally" operate, where the prime mover notch is r
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• CV 28
  ...production decoders which support RailCom, and may be untrue for specific decoders and/or decoder versions ([[CV 7]], or [[Diesel Version 5:CV 110|CV 110]]/[[
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 173
  ...of seconds a looping sound will play when triggered by the Aux Input. For decoders with an auxiliary input, a sound function can be mapped using [[{{NAMESPACE
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• Crew Alert
  ...E: Crew Alert is NOT a feature of WOWSound Steam decoders or TCS Non-Sound decoders.'' By default on production WOWDiesel decoders, the Crew Alert feature is controlled by toggling Function 16 on your throt
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• CV 19 Consisting
  If you use your command station to set up a consist and NOT the decoders themselves via [[CV 19]], it is expected that the headlights, horn, and bel ...sometimes included in the command-station-based consisting methods)'', the decoders will respond on TWO addresses.
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• CV 248
  For OEM decoders which have a specified sound set for the model (such as the [[Bachmann Spec
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• Lighting Effects
  ...sound decoders of recent production (2012 or newer) and WOWSound Version 4 decoders. If your decoder is older than 2012 or Version 4, some of the items may not ...hese lighting function outputs and corresponding CV's are supported on all decoders. Check your decoder literature or the product page on our website to verify
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• Audio Assist®
  Many of the functions available in WOWSound decoders are adjustable through Audio Assist. We recommend using the Audio Assist fu TCS Decoders are unique in offering 3 User Presets that can be set and saved. These allo
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• WOWSound Mute On Startup Feature
  Mute On Startup is a feature available in WOWSound decoders starting in Version 4. this feature has evolved over time, and the behavior Version 4.5 WOWDiesel decoders will start up with the prime mover off, but will still respond to inputs fo
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• Main Page
  ===Non-Sound Decoders===
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• DCC Decoder Addressing
  '''NOTE:''' ''By default, all DCC decoders ship in the two-digit "short" addressing format with a value of 3.'' ...coder will revert to short addressing on the default address of 3. All TCS decoders behave in this way.
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• WOWSound Version 4 Indexed CV's
  ...ns can be squeezed into the Standard CV's. In WOWSound Version 4 and older decoders, TCS uses an indexed CV method which uses [[CV 201]], [[CV 202|202]], [[CV
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• Support - DCC Programming Track
  ...ttps://soundtraxx.com/ Soundtraxx] is a reliable option when used with our decoders and Keep Alive® devices. ...which to communicate CV information on the main. Only command stations and decoders which support RailCom can communicate data on the main. If you are attempti
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• Diesel Version 5:Function Remapping
  *Note: This method uses the same CV's as previous WOWSound decoders but uses different CV values. This was done to make the process easier to u
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• CV 6
  ...ed curve. CV 6 should be left unmodified when setting up "speed limits" in decoders unless you are unsatisfied with the default speed curve calculation.
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• Diesel Version 5:WOWDiesel V5
  *[[{{NAMESPACE}}:DC_Mode_Operation|DC Mode Operation]] WOWSound decoders now support DC mode operation with operating sounds! *[[{{NAMESPACE}}:Decoder_Update|Decoder Updates]] WOWSound decoders now support infield firmware and sound set updates!
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• CV 159
  NOTE: THIS CV IS CURRENTLY ONLY SUPPORTED ON SOME OEM BACHMANN DECODERS
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• CV 158
  NOTE: THIS CV IS CURRENTLY ONLY SUPPORTED ON SOME OEM BACHMANN DECODERS
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• Diesel Version 5:CV 22
  ...d and Function 0 Reverse is different from all previous generations of TCS decoders. If you disable bits 0 or 1 in this CV, it will '''completely disable the o
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• 3 Point Speed Curves Feature
  ...29|CV29]] Bit 4 must be cleared. This is the default configuration in TCS decoders. To begin using and setting up the 3 Point Speed Curve, simply program valu
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• Traditional Throttle Mode
  Traditional throttle mode is how sound decoders of the past would "traditionally" operate, where the chuff intensity was on
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• Diesel Version 5:Dynamic Brakes
  ...the resistor banks, the fans are the high pitched whine you hear while the decoders dynamic brakes are active. Dynamic brakes are usually used to maintain trai
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• WOWSound Momentum Function
  |+Indexed CV's for Momentum Function in WOWSound Version 4 and Older Decoders
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• CV 249
  TCS decoders are each assigned a unique identification number which is associated with t |''Accessory Decoders''
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• WOWSound Rotate Feature
  ...literature pamphlet included with a decoder purchased from TCS. ''For most decoders, the default button is 9 to use the Rotate feature''.
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• WOWSteam Version 4.6 Changelog
  Wow, has it really been six years already? Version 4.0 WOWSound steam decoders began shipping way back in May of 2016! It's no lie to say that an update w ...sounds and new features. Ever since we introduced Chuffinity in our steam decoders, we were absolutely in love. We think you will be, too. Now, as of April of
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• Support - Multimeter Troubleshooting
  ''***Only applies to SOUND DECODERS - An 8 Ohm speaker itself should read Between 7.2 and 8.8 Ohms. If the valu ## For WOWSound decoders, it may be necessary to enter [[Light Mode and Sound Mode|Light Mode]] to c
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• CV 182
  ...or High Beam feature on supporting models Default is ON/Enabled for these decoders.
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• B-106
  ...mainline track output which decreases the likelihood of burning up fouled decoders. ...cally limit the inrush current symptomatic of older first generation sound decoders. Additional external boosters may be added to the system for supplemental p
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• Support - Lighting
  TCS decoders follow the NMRA standards and specifications for lighting functions ([https ...OTE:''' This is not a complete chart of all wire colors used by TCS on our decoders. The full chart can be found on the page [[TCS Wire Color Code]].
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• Light Mode and Sound Mode
  WOWSound decoders have two operational modes: '''Light Mode''' and '''Sound Mode'''. Whenever
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• NMRA Standard CV's
  ...ned by the NMRA Standards, including manufacturer-unique ones, used in TCS decoders. ...on-sound decoders Version 88 to [current Version], as well as all WOWSound decoders Version 4.x.
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• Support - Motor Control
  As such, in Version 5 decoders, the direction bit of CV29 reverses the directional control of ONLY the mot ...you increase the speed, preventing a common issue you will have with other decoders where the engine refuses to move until you 'remember' to release the brakes
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• Diesel Version 5:Changing Light Effects
  TCS decoders support all the same lighting effects across our entire product-line, howev ! scope="col"| Wire color (for wired decoders)
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• DCC Turnout Creation in JMRI With TCS Command Stations
  This page provides instructions on how to set up and operate DCC Accessory Decoders for turnouts using JMRI. These instructions are universal to TCS command st
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• Diesel Version 5:DC Mode Operation
  DC mode with sound support has been added to WOWSound decoders starting with Version 5. The operation of the decoder in DC mode, such as t
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• Bachmann Spectrum ACS-64 - HO
  ...information on the User Options indexed CV for Version 4 WOWSound Electric decoders, please see ''Page 15'' of the [https://09122110-fb14-4cd5-92e8-876baa0f590 ...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
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