LocoCruiser standard series decoder user manual Ver1.0
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as running smoothly on your layout.
3.6 Operational reliability
LocoCruiser Series 2 running decoders have passed extensive testing and functional
adaptation. It can meet the running performance of most DCC ready locomotives. You don’t
need to make any adjustments. In some particular locomotives, you may just need to make
small adjustments of CV value to reach the perfect running performance and lighting control.
We’ll publish the related information on our website, please follow the description for adjusting.
If you find that your locomotive doesn’t run smoothly after installing the ANE MODEL decoder,
please feel free to contact us at once. We will process your question promptly to make sure
that your locos run smooth and trouble free.
4. Installation
To install the decoder is not that difficult as you think. Just follow the following simple steps
carefully, you can enjoy the procedure on the instant. Each ANE MODEL decoder comes with
an instruction sheet that shows you the specifics of the decoder.
4.1Ten Steps for successful decoder installation
4.1.1 Avoiding heat problems with decoder installations
Most HO & N scale model locomotvie motors and lamps are designed by the locomotive
manufacturers to operate at full speed at 12 volts DC on the track. LocoCruiser recommends running
your DCC command station and boosters at the lowest track voltage possible that provides
acceptable operation. The “N Scale (12 V)” setting on LocoCruiser equipment works for most HO & N
scale layouts. Some DCC systems made by other companies supply more voltage to the track and
are not adjustable. If the track voltage applied exceeds the operating parameters of the locomotive
and ist lamps, it is possible for overheating to damage your locomotive whether you use DC or DCC.
For example, running an N Scale lovomocite that was designed to run on 12-14 volts on a sstem that
supplies 12 or more volts to the track may cause overheating and damage to the locomotive, its shell
and your decoder.
4.1.2 Recommended tools for decoder installation
You’ll need a few simple tools when you begin installing decoders:
1.
Read the instructions FIRST and PLAN your installation
2.
Have the proper tools on hand.
3.
Choose a locomotive that runs well on regular DCC or DC system.
4.
Choose the appropriate decoder for the installation.
5.
Test the decoder before installation.
6.
Carefully remove the body of the loco.
7.
Plug the pins into the socket in accordance with the marks of the decoder and the
circuit board of the locomotive
8.
If there’s no socket or only 6-pin socket on your loco, please choose LC202 version
decoder and follow the wiring diagram below.
9.
Test the installation DCC.
10.
Customize your decoder by programming selected CVs.
