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Recommended Radio Systems
We do not sell radio transmitters, but we do sell DSM2 compatible receivers.
There are many low cost 2.4
GHZ hobby radios available, with more coming all the time. Only 4-Channels are required, with one being a digital
proportional throttle. Either Mode 1 (throttle on the right) or Mode 2 (throttle on the left). Simultaneous operation of
two trains requires a 5th channel controlled via a toggle switch on the transmitter.
2.4GHz is approved for both surface and air use.
In most cases, installing the receiver in a metal body will still work. But you may want to select one with an ex-
tended antenna. The last inch is the actual antenna, which may need to protrude outside of the metal body.
Spektrum
Any of the products in the Spektrum DX line will work, however, the DX5E is the most economical. This line is as-
sumed to be of the highest quality and most reliable.
DX5E Transmitter
$59
www.HorizonHobbies.com or Local Hobby Shop
G-Scale Graphics DSM2 compatible Receiver
$15
Many DSM2 compatible receivers are available that will work with Spektrum transmitters
$8 to $19
TargetHobby.com
AR6100, AR6100E
HobbyKing.com
Orange Rx
And others
Note: Spektrum receivers with the “SmartSafe” failsafe feature are not fully compatible with the RailBoss, includ-
ing the
genuine
Spektrum AR6100 and AR600 purchased from your local hobby shop.
These will also work ...
Spektrum
DX6i
Used by many for radio control of live steam locomotives
Hobby King 2.4GHZ
Hobby King T6A 6-Channel Transmitter and Receiver
<$32
www.HobbyCity.com
Hobby King 6-Channel Receiver
<$10
