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Tinplate 381E Electric Locomotive

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Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart

Proto-Sound 2.0 is designed to work with most standard AC transformers.  The 
chart below lists the many compatible transformers.  Note the chart details how the 
terminals on these transformers should be attached to your layout.  

Transformer

Model

Center Rail

Outside Rail

Min/Max.

Voltage

Power

Rating

Transformer

Type

Lionel 1032

U

A

5-16v

90-Watt

Standard

Lionel 1032M

U

A

5-16v

90-Watt

Standard

Lionel 1033

U

A

5-16v

90-Watt

Standard

Lionel 1043

U

A

5-16v

90-Watt

Standard

Lionel 1043M

U

A

5-16v

90-Watt

Standard

Lionel 1044

U

A

5-16v

90-Watt

Standard

Lionel 1053

U

A

8-17v

60-Watt

Standard

Lionel 1063

U

A

8-17v

60-Watt

Standard

All-Trol

Left Terminal

Right Terminal

0-24v

300-Watt

Electronic

Dallee Hostler

Left Terminal

Right Terminal

Electronic

Lionel LW

A

U

8-18v

75-Watt

Standard

Lionel KW

A or B

U

6-20v

190-Watt

Standard

Lionel MW

Outside Track

Terminal

Inside Track

Terminal

5-16v

50V.A.

Electronic

Lionel RS-1

Red Terminal

Black Terminal

0-18v

50V.A.

Electronic

Electronic

Lionel RW

U

A

9-19v

110-Watt

Standard

Lionel SW

U

A

Unknown

130-Watt

Standard

Lionel TW

U

A

8-18v

175-Watt

Standard

Lionel ZW

Lionel Post-War

Celebration 

Series ZW

A,B,C or D

A,B,C or D

U

Common

8-20v

0-20v

275-Watt

135/190 Watt

Standard

MTH Z-500

Red Terminal

Black Terminal

0-18v

50-Watt

Electronic

MTH Z-750

Red Terminal

Black Terminal

0-21v

75-Watt

Electronic

MTH Z-4000

Red Terminal

Black Terminal

0-22v

390-Watt

Electronic

MTH Z-1000

Red Terminal

Black Terminal

0-14v
0-18v

80-Watt

100-Watt

Electronic

Summary of Contents for Tinplate 381E Electric Locomotive

Page 1: ...ubular track It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers See page 7 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE Tinplate 381E El...

Page 2: ...users and persons supervising use examine the hobby transformer and other electronic equipment periodically for conditions that may result in the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons such...

Page 3: ...n The Throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel Turn the throttle knob up way until the engine lights shine bright If the engine does not move put the engine into motion by pressing the D...

Page 4: ...y need to increase the track voltage by advancing the throttle setting and possibly interrupt the track power again to make sure that the reversing unit is not in the neutral state Locking Locomotive...

Page 5: ...t point The locomotive s internal gearing was greased at the factory and should not need additional grease However it will be necessary to lubricate the idler gears located next to the drive wheels wi...

Page 6: ...ack turning the rag frequently to ensure that you are using clean cloth on the rails Thereafter keep an eye on the track and clean it when it gets dirty to ensure good electrical contact and to length...

Page 7: ...8 17v 60 Watt Standard All Trol Left Terminal Right Terminal 0 24v 300 Watt Electronic Dallee Hostler Left Terminal Right Terminal Electronic Lionel LW A U 8 18v 75 Watt Standard Lionel KW A or B U 6...

Page 8: ...less of whether you discussed the problem with a service technician when contacting the Service Center for your Return Authorization Please make sure you have followed the instructions carefully befor...

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