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RailKing 6-8-6 Bantam Turbine Steam Engine

Proto-Sound 2.0 Operating Instructions

This manual contains the operating instructions for Proto-Sound 2.0 in
conventional mode only. Instructions for accessing DCS command mode
features accompany the DCS Remote Control System equipment.

Because Proto-Sound 2.0 is an all-new system developed by M.T.H.’s own
research and development team, it operates differently from original
Proto-Sound. Most Proto-Sound 2.0 features are automatically enabled, and
the reset state has been eliminated, so there is no need to program features as
with original Proto-Sound. Although the new system is easier to operate than
original Proto-Sound, you should read these instructions thoroughly before
using Proto-Sound 2.0 features in order to prevent harm to yourself or your
equipment.

Activating Proto-Sound 2.0 Conventional Mode Features:

Proto-Sound 2.0 features are activated by sequences of Bell and Whistle
button pushes described below. Please read the full descriptions of each
feature before using it. To use these buttons to activate features rather than to
blow the whistle or ring the bell, you should press the buttons for a shorter
time (½ second); you may need to practice your timing to make this work
smoothly.

Feature to Be Activated

Button Code:

Freight Yard or Passenger Station Sounds
Fire the Rear Coupler
Fire the Front Coupler
Speed Control On/Off
Lock into a Direction
Reset to Factory Defaults

1 Bell, 2 Horn/Whistles
1 Bell, 3 Horn/Whistles
1 Bell, 4 Horn/Whistles
1 Horn/Whistle, 2 Bells (from Neutral only)
1 Horn/Whistle, 3 Bells
1 Horn/Whistle, 5 Bells (from Neutral only)

Summary of Contents for 6-8-6 BANTAM TURBINE Steam Engine

Page 1: ...most other 3 rail locomotives rolling stock and accessories This locomotive is equipped with Proto Sound 2 0 with Digital Command System DCS This new system will allow you to operate your locomotive...

Page 2: ...rol 8 Lock into a Direction State 9 Reset to Factory Defaults 9 Automatic Sounds 9 Maintenance 10 Lubrication and Greasing Instructions 10 Cleaning the Wheels Tires and Track 11 Locomotive Traction Ti...

Page 3: ...ge components and pickup rollers to prevent them from squeaking Use light household oil and follow the lubrication points marked L in Fig 2 on pg 10 Do not over oil Use only a drop or two on each pivo...

Page 4: ...the time your turn it on until you press and release the button again to turn it off Direction Your train is programmed to start in neutral To put the engine into forward and then to change the direc...

Page 5: ...thoroughly before using Proto Sound 2 0 features in order to prevent harm to yourself or your equipment Activating Proto Sound 2 0 Conventional Mode Features Proto Sound 2 0 features are activated by...

Page 6: ...so that the train will not move as you use the Direction button to trigger the sounds and Proto Sound 2 0 has disabled operator control over the Whistle and Bell buttons until the full FYS sequence i...

Page 7: ...pped the engine to run the FYS Otherwise the engine without FYS will begin vibrating on the track as its motors strain to move the train since they cannot be automatically disabled during the FYS cycl...

Page 8: ...ine is programmed to start with the speed control feature activated you can opt to turn it off This means the engine s speed will fall as it labors up a hill and increase as it travels downward It is...

Page 9: ...1 whistle 3 bells code to return the engine to its normal state even if the engine is kept without power for extended periods of time Reset to Factory Defaults To override the settings you currently h...

Page 10: ...ver oil Use only a drop or two on each pivot point The locomotive s internal gearing was greased at the factory and should not need additional grease until after 50 hours of operation or one year whic...

Page 11: ...ured alcohol not rubbing alcohol which can be found in home improvement stores applied with a cotton swab Occasional cleaning of the track will also help to ensure good electrical contact and prolong...

Page 12: ...e not to add the fluid or have already added the fluid but choose to run smoke free turn off the smoke unit switch located under the engine body see Fig 5 Failure either to add fluid to the unit or to...

Page 13: ...sorbent around the heating element Remove the smoke unit inspection cover from the smoke unit s body see Fig 6 After removing the chassis and inspection cover screws lift the inspection plate away and...

Page 14: ...t the engine in neutral and leave the track voltage at 12 volts for 15 minutes If the garbled or distorted sounds are reduced the battery charge has run down and can be recharged Do this by leaving th...

Page 15: ...on The bell won t work on a separate bell button When I try to fire the coupler FYS starts The Proto Coupler won t let the engine uncouple on the fly The coupler does not fire or stay coupled When I p...

Page 16: ...cked into the neutral position Follow the procedure in the Lock into a Direction section Engine speed must be below 10 scale mph approx 10 volts or less in conventional mode Proto Sound 2 0 volume is...

Page 17: ...e operator cycles through the FYS PSAsequences FYS PSA is programmed to start ringing the bell at that point After approximately 12 seconds it will automatically turn off Because FYS PSA must control...

Page 18: ...Watt 75 Watt 135VA Standard Standard Electronic 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 Stand...

Page 19: ...eleration rates Locomotive Lighting Control Independently controls locomotive headlights marker and interior lights and ditch lights Emergency Stop Single button push stops your trains but does not tu...

Page 20: ...e heading operations Locomotive Consist Set up User can determine locomotive values for consist make ups allowing multiple locomotives belonging to a consist to operate together Query Locomotive Infor...

Page 21: ...y cord plug blades housing output jacks or other parts In the event such conditions exist the train set should not be used until properly repaired Do not operate your layout unattended Obstructed acce...

Page 22: ...t be insured A cover letter including your name address daytime phone number e mail address if available Return Authorization number if required by the service center a copy of your sales receipt and...

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