Connecting to a digitrax pr3 xtra introduction the digitrax pr3 xtra can be used as a standalone decoder programmer with its own dedicated programming track much like the digitrax pr2, or as an interface between your computer and a loconet, much like an ms100. In ms100 mode, the pr4 interfaces from a windows compatible or mac personal computer to the digitrax loconet system for use by 3rd party software such as. The pr3 xtra lets soundfx users download new project sound files and even reflash the sound decoder s firmware for latest updates. Pr1 is not guaranteed to work with later versions of. Digitrax introduced fx 3 in 2002 in the series 3 decoders. Digitrax dh165a0 decoder for ho locomotives 2b in trains. Blast mode programming will work with all sound decoders not just tsunami. Kb1011 troubleshooting guide for digitrax sound decoders.
With digitrax you can run many trains at the same time just like on the real railroad. Phoenix, qsi, soundtraxx and esu supply interfaces and pc only software to allow the sound program in a system to be replaced or modified. When programming a sound only decoder such as the sfx004 soundbug, it is best to program it. Digitrax products sound decoders sound only decoders soundbug kb258 dh165l0 soundbug installation installation of the sfx004 soundbug into a dh165series decoder is easy, but it does require some care. When i was younger i had a home stereo system which could blow the doors and windows off the house. Some series 5 decoders have sockets for simply plugging in the sound bug while others require soldering to wire the sound bug to the decoder. Digitrax px11210 power extender for 10pin sound decoders. When you combine digitrax with kato you have a pretty good engine and hence a great experience as an n scale.
Nscale locomotives generally do not have the necessary space for both the sfx0416 and a motor decoder, as such the sfx0416 is not suitable for these applications. Downloadable sound with digitrax pr3 and soundloader 2. The locomotive runs without any issues on my layout, but for some unknown reason, jmri or the digitrax sound loader can not read that decoder. Mrc also makes a soundonly decoder that is a curious item and the price is right. Digitrax manufacturers a complete line of digital command control products and accessories, ranging from entry level to advanced systems for all scales. Digitrax sound decoders are loaded with sound projects, stored in sound project. Dcc hobby supply, dcc, digitrax, tcs, nce, soundtraxx, qsi, decoders, zephyr, super chief, blackstone models, bli blueline. Digitrax programmer for soundfx decoders the pr2 lets soundfx users download and customize their digitrax soundfx decoders. Digitrax dgtsdh166d ho 8 bit sound decoder, motor 6functions 1a. Users can download new project sound files and even reflash their decoder s firm. Digitrax sdh166d ho scale sound, motion and function. When acting as an interface, the pr4 allows jmri to interact with devices connected to loconet. Jmri hardware support connecting to a digitrax pr4. Note that digitrax only guarantees programming for digitrax sfx decoders with properly installed loads, etc, but our testing has found that the pr4 will work with many common decoders.
Digitrax sdn144k1e sound decoder is made for n scale locomotives made by kato. Digitrax dcc pr4 usb to loconet interface with soundfx. I guess that evaluating sound decoders like evaluating home stereo systems, it is very subjective. Use with your pc, programming track and 12v dc power supply. If your loco is not listed here, check with your digitrax dealer for a recommendation.
Then move one box to the right and select the engine brand. Finally, the sfx0416 is an addon type sound decoder, meaning it traditionally works with a standard dcc motor decoder in locomotive applications. The pr3 does write to and read from the sound patterns of any soundfx sound decoder. Digitrax soundfx sound system your locomotives will sound in scale like the real thing with soundfx. See mobile decoder article for an explanation of this list enter the model or part number, do not include the manufacturer name. Next, click read to read the file this is a separate step so you can just click. Digitrax pr2 soundfx serial port decoder programmer. Sound for ho budd rail diesel cars by mat thompson two budd rail diesel cars rdc provide passenger. The digitrax loconet system incorporates many technologies, including dcc, to give you a system that seamlessly handles all aspects of layout control and model train operation. It would seem to me that they could just always assign specific sounds to specific sound slots the same way that most manufacturers do with cvs but that is not the way they have chosen to do it. Digitrax sound decoders are loaded with sound projects, stored in sound. Just go to the sound depot and download the desired new sound project file or use. Nscale locomotives generally do not have the necessary space for both the sfx0416 and a motor decoder, as such the sfx0416 is. When all three have been selected, the appropriate decoder s will appear in the digitrax product box.
Digitrax soundfx sound system your locomotives will sound in scale like the real thing with soundfx customizable 8 bit sound works with soundfx 8 bit sound files. It can also act as a computer interface to a layout. Using digitrax pr3pr4 programmer and digitrax soundloader 2. When jmri and the dcs52 is running a digitrax sound decoder, the motor is disconnected to reduce the current load. The digitrax pr3 can be used to program digitrax sound decoders and ordinary dcc decoders. Digitrax sdn144k1e 1a n scale soundfxmobile fx3 function decoder kato sd402. The sound volume can be improved by replacing the speaker. If another nonsound fx compatible dcc decoder is connected to the track leads then cv readback of sfx064d sound cvs and pr2pr3 soundtest modes. The great thing about them is that in addition to controlling functions you get sound. Digitrax px1086 power xtender for digitrax dcc decoders w 6 pin sound harness. Project sound files and even reflash the sound decoders firmware for latest updates. Digitrax is probably the best overall supplier of dcc systems their decoders are no exception.
Drop in mobile sound decoders for kato n scale locomotives. There are no physical command station or throttles. The pr3 xtra is the most economical computer interface we offer, it has all the functionality of a pr2 and a ms100 combined in one. Using only the included ps14, my pr4 easily and reliably reads and writes cvs to tsunamis, tsunami 2s, econamis, sound values, tcs wow v3 and v4, soundtraxx lcs, esu loksound, and of course digitrax sound decoders. Jul 27, 2010 model power n scale 462 installed with digitrax n scale sound decoder dc layout test run. And it does it a lot faster than my pr3 powered by an 18vdc regulated supply ever did. Jmri hardware support connecting to a digitrax pr3 xtra. Digitrax gives a one year no worrieswarranty against manufacturing defects and accidental customer damage on all digitrax command stations, boosters. The steam decoder has 8 steam locomotives in both articulated and nonarticulated configurations and selections of whistles and bells. Mar 14, 2019 esu loksound sound slots certainly add a layer of confusion to an otherwise great product. If you are just getting started with dcc software, we suggest that you read. Soundloader runs on your pc and connects to your sound decoder using the digitrax pr3 programmer. Digitrax sdh166d ho scale sound, motion and function decoder, wired, generic. All digitrax sound decoders have the capability of having new sound programs loaded into them, but making the new sound program can be a real difficult task.
Mar 03, 2017 the great thing about them is that in addition to controlling functions you get sound. Changing sounds on digitrax sound decoder part 2 james. Check the recommendations below to see if your loco is listed. I did build a mounting surface for the speaker in the tender and it was much. If another nonsound fx compatible dcc decoder is connected to the track leads then cv readback of. Decoders that do not have sound bug sockets, will have to be wired. In addition the pr3 can write to and read from any cv of most current non sound mobile and function decoders found in todays market place. Weve included a button, which will allow you go directly to each decoders product page. Find great deals on ebay for digitrax decoder and dcc decoder. Computer control soundfx usb decoder programmer pr3. The decoders took the new addresses on the first try with no problem.
In ms100 mode, the pr4 interfaces from a windows compatible or mac personal computer to the digitrax loconet system for use by 3rd party software. Pc compatible computers running at 550mhz and up with windows xp or vista. I am not that happy with the sound from it and dont know if it will improve that much with a new sound file. The pr1 is a low cost ibm pcbased advanced programmer developed by.
Digitrax offers the soundbug sound only decoder that comes with 8 different steam and diesel sound packages. Digitrax products sound decoders sound only decoders. This program allows convenient duplex system setup for any ur92 on when used with digitrax sfx decoders, neutral mode allows you to vary the speed without the motor moving the decoder, so you can hear how the locomotive sound reacts to varying speeds. My digitrax sound decoders are set at about 12 volume. Soundtraxx also sells lighting boards specifically designed for either cabooses or passenger cars. A locomotive will respond to speed control and function commands that bear its address. The interesting thing about the soundbug is using a pr3 and the provided software you can download and. Aug 07, 2010 i have several digitrax sound only decoders and find the sound to be very satisfactory.
Jmri hardware support connecting to a digitrax dcs52. The dcs52 can only provide very limited current to the programming track, so digitrax has built a neutral mode into their sound decoders. Digitrax 5092 sdxh186mt premium 16bit soundfx mobile decoder with 21mtc interface, ho. Digitrax is located in panama city, fl, and was founded in 1993 by zana and a. Changing sounds on digitrax sound decoder part 2 posted on february 20, 2017 by james in last weeks post i shared with you a simple method of changing generic sounds on a digitrax sound decoder and how to adjust effects like volumes. Digitrax 20025 sdxn6ps premium 1 amp sound decoder, n scale. Soundbug sound decoder for dh165xx decoders and others.
Thanks for everyones help and suggestions with this issue. Learn how to program an address and a cv into a mobile decoder with. Digitrax introduced fx in the summer of 1995 in all of its premium decoders so if your decoder was made before then it does not have fx capability. Programs are loaded via a digitrax pr3 programmer and a windows program called soundloader. The digitrax help desk was puzzled and since it works on the layout, there is not need to send it back for repair or replacement. Some digitrax hardware is capable of successful cv read and write operations on some mobile decoders but is unable to reliably read andor write cvs for other mobile decoders. Limited selection of sound files and sound editing software still under development as of. More in the cheap category are the function only decoders from digitrax and tcs.
Jan 05, 2019 using only the included ps14, my pr4 easily and reliably reads and writes cvs to tsunamis, tsunami 2s, econamis, sound values, tcs wow v3 and v4, soundtraxx lcs, esu loksound, and of course digitrax sound decoders. Makes programming sophisticated sound decoders quick and easy. Low cost, programmable, digitrax motor and light control. The sound project loaded into this decoder can be operated independently of any other dcc motor or function decoder. Digitrax soundbug ready decoders give you the flexibility to choose when to add sound to your locomotives. My only complaint here is the lighting c ontrol doesnt work the way i want and the lack of files available to program. Premium 1 amp sound decoder ho scale digitrax, inc. It also acts as a computer interface and loconet translator for your pc. A pc computer running windows xp with soundloader or equivalent program running. When you first select the download sounds tool, it opens a window with most of the. Digitrax soundfx decoder troubleshooting guide this troubleshooting guide assumes that you are working with an operating digitrax system that is able to run trains and that the locomotive you are troubleshooting is operational and has a digitrax sound decoder and speaker installed correctly. Sound sound only decoders model railroader magazine.
Digitrax decoder selection guide choosing the right decoder for your installation is fairly simple. I have several digitrax sound only decoders and find the sound to be very satisfactory. This problem is most obvious with sound decoders from some manufacturers. Originally produced as a plug nplay add on for dh165xx series board replacement decoders, sound bugs can be used to add sound to any decoder. Model power n scale 462 installed with digitrax n scale sound decoder dc layout test run. For example, if you were using a digitrax system, you connect to the loconet. Unfollow digitrax sound decoder to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Digitrax 20025 sdxn6ps premium 1 amp sound decoder, n. If another non sound fx compatible dcc decoder is connected to the track leads then cv readback of. Programs digitrax sound projects in to sfx decoders programs cvs for most dcc decoders loconet ms100 mode with fully buffered input and output data runs on windows xp, vista, 2000, 7, and 8 runs on mac os with jmrli no external power needed for ms100 mode for stand alone programming mode the included external power supply is required automatic. Digitrax sdh166d decoder includes selectable steam and diesel sounds and fits a wide variety of ho scale locomotives.
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