Being new to dcc myself i am only using bachmann decoders with a bachmann ez command controller but will soon be getting some digitrax sound decoders. Dcc controllers from bachmann, hornby lenz and gaugemaster gaugemaster prodigy advance dcc digital command control system dcc02 gaugemaster s prodigy advance dcc unit is one of the easiest to useand has been specifically taylored for the needs of thebritishmodeller. At first i installed it and tried, it seemed pretty basic, the packaging had very little information with it, so i went to the gaugemaster site and found they have a quite in depth information pdf file. Dcc supplies ltd unit 17a, top barn business centre, worcester road, holt heath, worcestershire wr6 6nh, uk.
Form what i understand all dcc controllers and decoders should be interchangeable. As a guide, on most nonsound decoders, this will be usually be set exfactory for operation by function 4. May 21, 2015 ave high speed train ho scale, converted to dcc with gaugemaster dcc25 opti decoder, which does not work all that well with hornbys railmaster software. Operations mode programming ops mode can occur anywhere on the layout since the programming instructions are. Bugfix for incorrect rendering when using 125% font scale. Some software programs your decoders, which can be either mobile decoders or stationary decoders. Does anyone know how to get the gaugemaster dcc25 to work with decoder pro jmri. One of our members has spent the past four years in the federal courts defending our right to continue against an individual who has attacked us with bogus patent threats, cybersquatting, infringement. Jul 10, 2012 the omni is a straightforward 4 function 8pin 1. Or to reply to an individual post, or to include images, attachments and formatted text, click the quote or reply buttons on each post above. Gaugemaster prodigy express dcc01 user manual version. It comes up with a message saying unknown decoder i use an nce power cab with the nce usb interface. How your decoder controls this wire will be clearly stated in the decoder instructions.
Locate the wires from the pick ups and remove from motor. Dcc27 wsl gaugemaster omni 4 function digital decoder. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the enter key is pressed. We are family owned and have been doing it for over 40 years and with fully trained staff, most of whom are modellers themselves, you couldnt. When choosing a dcc decoder, there are a number of factors to consider. These do not have a decoder installed, but have a socket inside the loco into which a decoder can be plugged. Gaugemaster very small locomotive dcc decoder 2 function dcc22 a very small locomotive decoder with 8pin plug.
Opti series decoder manual dcc25 standard size decoders with 8 pin jst. Offering smooth operation in 14, 28 or 128 step modes and an outstanding power output capabilty of 1a continuous, with 2a peak. We do this for the joy of model railroading, and dont produce anything for profit. That pulsating dc is filtered by one or two capacitors to produce nearly pure dc. Most suited to small ooho locomotives and all n gauge locomotives. Standard 8pin socket suitable for dcc ready oo locos cut off the 8pin plug for hard wiring to n scale locos. I plugged in one of the decoders but i heard humming and the loco was erratic in performance no problems before with dc. Dear customer, due to the on going covid 19 crisis, it is with regret that we have taken the decision to temporarily close the website and cease to accept on line orders. I recently bought 10 gaugemaster opti25 decoders to convert some of my locos to dcc. Standard 8pin socket suitable for dcc ready oo locos cut off the 8pin plug for hard wiring to n scale locos rated 1a 2a peak. Metal rail joinersfishplates for code 100 rails inc. The gaugemaster will go in the trailer car of my pendolino to control the lights, as the original hornby decoder only has 2 bit addressing and keeps losing its programming ill probably have to put a temporary load on the motor output to be able to program it, but thats ok.
Added firmwaresound update also for zimo mx600, mx616, mx659 and mx660 decoders. Uk people usually call the complete decoder a chip. Gaugemaster dcc90 ruby series dcc decoder 2 function standard 8 pin. Dcc22 gaugemaster classic decoder 8 pin micro decoder. Gaugemaster 8 pin very small locomotive dcc decoder 2. The nmra conformance test dcc decoder test system is used to test a locomotive or accessory dcc decoder. Hi everyone, does anyone know how to get the gaugemaster dcc25 to work with decoder pro jmri. We are going to cover many common question areas in this document. Gaugemaster dcc23 6pin 2function 1a 2a peak decoder. The walkaround controller handset which plugs straight into the base unit the walkaround is a handheld controller. Gaugemaster dcc22 very small locomotive decoder 2 function most suited to ooho locomotives. Gaugemaster is a trading name of gaugemaster controls ltd.
Operations mode programming ops mode can occur anywhere on the layout since the programming instructions are directed to a. This decoder replaces the r8215 locomotive decoder and is now v1. Dcc22 gaugemaster very small decoder 2 function this decoder is best suited for hooo locomotives. For space and cost reasons this platform is partly built in smd but still with. Gaugemaster dcc22 gaugemaster very small decoder 2 function. Mar 17, 2019 the decoder also interprets the stream of bits encoded in the track polarity reversals as a set, or packet, of command bytes a byte is a group of 8 bits and acts upon them to apply an appropriate proportion of the rectified track power to the motor, making the locomotive move forward or backwards at the required speed. Electrics dcc gaugemaster dcc25 decoder worth the money. Hornby r8249 dcc locomotive decoder model railways direct. If necessary, the decoder software can be updated via the track. Dcc31 gaugemaster accessory decoder for kato unitrack. The decoder can be simply reset to the original factory settings should you want to reset your decoder after experimentation, or have forgotten the decoder address. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Buy gaugemaster model railway decoders and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay.
Decoder wiring, colour codes, connections and more. Apr 14, 20 i assume you mean the gaugemaster dcc25 opti. Installing decoders model railway digital command control dcc. The first one i tried was a hornby railroad a4 which was dcc ready. Gaugemaster are one of europes biggest suppliers of model and hobby products, based near arundel, west sussex, uk. Out of stock but available to order add to cart view details.
Motor rated at 1 amp 2 amp peak with 2 functions at 0. Please see the software page for other software relating to trains at a more general level. Gaugemaster dcc23 the benchmark 6 pin decoder for n gauge but with loads of power so just as suitable for oo gauge locos with 6 pin sockets. Aug 04, 2017 a look at the gaugemaster mrc dcc75 tech 6 controller. Gaugemaster dcc02 prodigy advance 2 starter dcc controller package click the photo above to see a larger picture. The dcc23 is an established classic decoder manufactured for gaugemaster in the states and performs well in most n gauge locomotives with 6 pin sockets. The prodigy software provides two ways of programming your decoders. A portion of the dcc before the bridge supplies the digital info to. If not, the decoder will either shut down best case or selfdestruct worst case. Gaugemaster prodigy advance dcc digital command control. Out of stock but currently on order with supplier add to cart view. Gaugemaster gmdcc55 prodigy advance 2 wired computer. The decoder has 4 functions which can be remapped, and are switched on and off.
Dcc25 4 function, gaugemaster opti dcc loco decoders, 22, 22. The lights on the pendolino continued to work however there was no motor response. The power pack transforms the power from your mains socket ready for the base unit. Gaugemaster bpgm11bk 100mblack wireblack black wire. As well as our vast shop, we are mail order experts and would be delighted to supply you with all your model and hobby requirements. Gaugemaster dcc26 decoder electrics dcc getting you. Gaugemaster opti decoder standard 4 function dcc25 gaug out of. The gaugemaster chip is ok, as it works fine if i run it directl. Dcc concepts gaugemaster dcc22 1 amp 8 pin mini dcc decoder 2 function t48po.
The tech 6 is an easy and cost effective way of getting into the world of dcc sound, without having to go full dcc. Digitrains were selling two sizes of these, i went for the larger ones which measure about an inch by half an inch in old money 0. Gaugemaster dcc75 tech 6 analogue dcc sound controller. Dcc26 gaugemaster compact 4 function 8 pin decoder. Prodigy advance2 wired computer interface gaugemaster dcc55. This is one of our most popular decoders as it has a wide array of different uses. This cable connects your prodigy advance dcc to your pc.
Ez command 90 degree 6 pin 2fn dcc decoder with back emf. Model, family, min cv7 value, max cv7 value, internal id. I recently purchased a gaugemaster dcc26 decoder in the absence of my usual bachmann 3 function, to give it a go. Other software, allows for train control and acts like a cab. The decoder is already plugged into the locomotives that are included with the select based train sets, however they do have to be fitted to all locomotives that are intended for use with the select or elite digital unit. Gaugemaster bpgm11bk 100mblack wireblack black wire 100m 7 x 0. Gaugemaster dcc22 very small locomotive decoder 2 function. The long awaited prodigy advance dcc pc interface is here. If so, it should work with any dcc console select, elite, bachmann ez, lenz, digitrax etc. Key features of this standard decoder include smooth operation, plug and play, transponder idequipped, all mode programming, decoder reset cv, motor isolation protection, advanced consisting, 2 and 4 digit addressing. Unfollow gaugemaster dcc to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. You should check your owners manual for complete descriptions on the configurations available and which.
Adjustment free back emf ability that will give perfect low speed control. Understanding a dcc decoder circuit board model railroader. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut. This paper describes how to install the conformance test generator, set up the test jig, load and configure the test software, and run the tests. Lokprogrammer pcsoftware for all loksound 5, lokpilot 5, loksound v4. The most important is the continuous current rating of the decoder, which must be higher than the current draw of the loco motor and all lights. Gaugemaster gmbpdcc27 21 and 8pin omni decoder pack of 5.
The tester verifies that the decoder meets the baseline nmra dcc standards s9. Key features of this standard decoder include smooth operation, 1428 speed steps, plug and play, transponder idequipped, all mode programming, decoder reset cv, motor isolation protection, advanced consisting, 2 and 4 digit addressing and dcc compatability. Dcc23 gaugemaster 6 pin n gauge plugin decoder ebay. I put back the original cheap lais decoder back in the pendolino and it worked fine so i know the decoder is faulty not the model.
The gaugemaster chip is ok, as it works fine if i run it directly with the power cab. Decoder rated at 1 amp 2 amp peak with 2 functions at. Service mode programming requires a programming track which is isolated electrically from the rest of the layout service mode is also known as broadcast programming mode. Decoder programming is the action of entering suitable values into the configuration variables cvs in a dcc decoder to set their address, speed table, functions and other parameters so they operate with the characteristics you choose. Gaugemaster decoders, dcc decoders gaugemaster wickness models. The ac, dcc signal feeds four diodes, full wave bridge first. Gaugemaster dcc02 prodigy advance 2 starter dcc controller. The base unit is the brains behind the operation, it contains all the technology you need to send dcc commands to your trains and accessories. Gaugemaster dcc30 dcc accessory decoder for four accessories.
The lowcost decoder 1 reaches its limit when more complex tasks are to be performed, the decoder platform 2 based on an atmega8515 with 8k flash, 512 bytes ram and 512 bytes of eeprom was created. Bachmann 36504rc dynamis ultima with evaluation railcontroller software. Gaugemaster dcc23 6pin 2function 1a 2a peak decoder suitable for n gauge replaced by dcc93. The following guides are to aid you in the installation of dcc decoder chips in to specific locos from the hornby range. Gaugemaster gmdcc27 21 and 8pin omni decoder amazon uk.
Smooth operation 1428 speed steps plug and play transponder idequipped. Address 3 preset, will accept any address between 1 and 9999. By using this site you agree to the use of cookies. This is certainly the case with american manufactured equipment as they all have to fit the nmra compatibility standards. It comes complete with a fitted harness linking to a 8 pin plug. Discontinued dcc25 gaugemaster opti dcc loco decoder. Model railroader is the worlds largest magazine on model trains and model railroad layouts.