I thought it would be worth sharing how i get started into dcc, through this video presentation of how i use this system. If you are interested in dcc but afraid to take the plunge because youre w orried dcc is too technically complex to understand or you just dont want the expense and effort of converting your entire roster of nondecoder equipped locos to dcc then our tech 6 might be just the thing. If there is no wand then open the engine or access hatch and find the reset jumper. Mrc 0001417 prodigy elite advance 2 digital command control system. More specifically, they came to the sound decoder market very late. Part of mrc s prodigy family of dcc components, the express system is fully compatible with mrc s fullfeature prodigy advance system. Install adobe acrobat reader before download files. Digitrax big book of dcc big book of dcc digitrax digitrax, inc. Even with just the three elements now available, atlas master to me wins a priceversusfeatures comparison with other beginner dcc systems mrc command 2000 and digitrax genesis. A dcc system thats easy to use and has all the advance features you desire. I have had an mrc command 2000 dcc system and handheld controller for about the past 6 years and, while i love the system, i have just outgrown it. Covering all aspects of dcc and even dc and ac, mrc decoders bring model railroading to life.
Mrc dcc decorder command 2000 power pack w special ad140330 g. When i connect the supply to the command 2000 and measure the output current without the system being attched to the track i. One of the people i know who builds power supplies for command units uses 18. Download delayed confirmed in 24 hours max mrc users guide mrc installation manual mrc quick start guide mrc service manual the mission of the media research center is to create a media culture in federal employees and military personnel can donate to the media research center through i misplaced my user manual for my mrc command 2000 dcc. Using digitrax systems to program an mrc ad310 decoder is especially confusing because the mrc command 2000 uses several switches and levers rather than standard cv numbers. Ad160 for sale ad160 2000 1 model 019571811601 ad330 mrc gauge box train decoder open command. A great little dcdcc system, the mrc tech 6 sound controller 2. They are actually scans of the manual and are broken up by pages.
Prodigy express is a solid entrytointermediatelevel dcc system. The broadway, atlas, and lifelike equipped with qsi id 1 dcc sound engines use a different reset procedure. Db210opto single 358 amp autoreversing dcc booster that is optoisolated for layouts with common rail wiring. Nov 22, 2009 dcc is a standard so you do not have to use just mrc decoders with the mrc unit. Soundtraxx 141 burnett drive durango, colorado 81 united states of america call us at 970 2590690. Here is a mrc ad090 command 2000 dcc system controller. Synchro sound mrc steam bell ring rate synchro sound mrc diesel whistle air pump chuff start voltage chuff rate diesel start voltage horn bell. A conversion chart for the 10 possible mrc engine addresses would be a wonderful help to us oldtimers. Mrc dcc decorder command 2000 power pack w special ad140330 g guage decoder. Mrc dcc model railroad digital control devices for sale ebay. This is a controller only and requires a separate power transformer of 14 20v ac dc.
I am not able to program the 8 or so engines that have the mrc ad310 decoders in. This unit can control up to 10 you need 9 extra decoders locos on 1 trackwithout track selectors or track controllers, and without isolated track blocks. This is an mrc 1406 all scales digital command control prodigy advance 32 walkaround capable. A comparison between various digital command control starter systems. For sale is a mrc command 2000 digital command control system with 1 ad330 n gauge decoder. You have just purchased one of the most advanced dcc systems available. With all 28 nmra functions and unique in all the world, mrcs incredibly small, one piece, dual mode, nscale brilliance onboard diesel sound decoders with mounted speakers enable simple dropin replacement. Think big easily fits your budget to join in the world of dcc expand at an easy pace of your budget to bring you up to the level of the prodigy advance dcc system easy to understand, setup, and use comes complete all you need are decoders or decoder equipped locos 1. I have been runnuing mrc command 2000 for about 4 years and finally bought a digitrax zephyr to become a little more involved in dcc. This example was not equipped with a dcc decoder, but channel 1 will allow non dcc engines to have many of the performance capabilities as the dcc equipped engines.
Mrc dcc command 2000 wac power supply 1 command 2000 console 1 65watt 3. This listing is by no means complete and authoritative. Mrc command 2000 user manual posted by mikiem on wednesday, august 29, 2012 12. Mrc command 2000 and mrc decoders are dcc compatible. Nmra dcc reference manual for qsi quantum equipped locomotives. Simplified programming instructions let you program your locomotive in less than a minute. A fullyfunctional, affordable dcc system thats easy to useif youve put off the change to digital command control dcc because you thought it was too complicated or expensive, then mrc s prodigyadvance2 is the system for you. If you wish to add details or make corrections, and dont want to mess with the table formatting, you may leave your comments on the talk page fo. With the introduction of these products, they have a lot of bells and whistle so to speak on the outside, but under the hood, there is not much there and what is there sometime does not follow the nmra dcc standards. This cab provides all of the capability and ease of use that youve heard about in our power pro system, at an entry level price. If you are interested in dcc but afraid to take the plunge because youre w orried dcc is too technically complex to understand or you just dont want the expense and effort of converting your entire roster of nondecoder equipped locos to dcc. Imagine controlling up to 10 locos on one track, traveling at different speeds, and in different directions all at the same time. Dc to dcc understanding digital command control how dcc works dcc explained dcc train control. With the mrc command 2000, this engine would run so slowly that i was clocking an rpm of one smooth revolution every six seconds without binding.
I recently updated the mrc 2000 dcc system that i installed several years ago on a. Nce manufacturer of dcc electronics for model railroading. Basically all i need is synchronized exhaust and maybe a bell i already have a seperate hornwhistle. Nce corporation power cab dcc starter set getting started. If the command 2000 does not function properly, do not spend a dime on repairing it, get a modern, properly expandable system. Ad310 decoder is especially confusing because the mrc command 2000. To that end, ive been reading up on the various dcc systems im going with a wireless cab system, consulting. Train controls, dcc decoders, digital command control.
Command 2000 will erihance your enjoyment of your train layout for. However, mrc s command 2000 and the mrc prodigy do. A great little dcdcc system, the mrc tech 6 sound controller. Old technologyi run an mrc prodigy 2, with 2 throttles. Lot train layout trees tomar signals genesis f45 steam locomotive kit baltimore caboose united brass locomotive 3349 manual lionel zw 250 atlas n scale cars lionel 92 tower christmas tank car williams 4 6 0 roco minitanks german. Apr 03, 2010 dc to dcc understanding digital command control how dcc works dcc explained dcc train control. Ok, ive been through every page of the dcc forum and cant find what im looking for. No thick manuals, no need for programming experience to get started. This comes as pictured with control, decoder, and manual. Mrc command 2000 user manual model railroader magazine. Mode switch permits operation of hon scale or g scale trains. Rebuilding the last manual audi r8 ever made with 150,000 miles on it.
Dcc differs from analog control in that dcc applies full voltage to. Mrc prodigy advance or other dcc systems that support cv ated by the number of accessories being. Partlow mrc 5000 manual provides a pretty fun arcade experience, reminiscent of early fifthgeneration partlow mrc 5000 manual games, but the game is crying out for a mrc has developed the first sound decoder to replicate the sounds of three prime movers in a fullsize genset loco. Moreover the atlas master system is fully expandable, putting atlas in a position to introduce a broad range of dcc components and even more sophisticated controllers. I started out in dcc with one of those mrc 2000 unitsover 10 years ago. Mrc command 2000 wpower mrc using advanced microprocessor technology, the command 2000 increases the realism, control, and satisfaction of model railroading like. Dc to dcc understanding digital command control and how. Mrc model rectifier corporation cv8143 welcome to the. Dc doesnt have to be complicated, especially if youre just starting out.
It controls up to 10 locomotives on the same track you are bidding on a mrc command 2000 digital command control system email any questions. Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection at. The mrc prodigy advance dcc system will enhance the enjoyment of your train layout for many years to come. Feb 04, 2010 i started out in dcc with one of those mrc 2000 unitsover 10 years ago. Mrc 1406 dcc prodigy advance 4 digit addressing,128. Dc to dcc understanding digital command control and how dcc. Mrc command 2000 wpower mrc using advanced microprocessor technology, the command 2000 increases the realism, control, and satisfaction of model railroading like no other introduction in the past 50 years. Part of mrcs prodigy family of dcc components, the express system is fully. Great deals on mrc dcc model railroad digital control devices. Mrc 1417 prodigy elite dcc command station the new prodigy proelite takes dcc control and performance to a new level of sophistication. Prodigyadvance2 is simple enough for the firsttime user to quickly master, yet has sophisticated functionality that will impress the.
Using mrc auto reverse module and insulating rails. Well first, the core dcc standards that went into the design of the mrc command 2000 are sill applicable. One is for christmas tree duty, the other is for the childern. Are you looking for a starter digital command control dcc system. How to use the mrc prodigy explorer dcc system youtube. Here at mrc, we pride ourselves in giving you the most advanced, reliable and easy to use dcc train. Unfortunately mrc was very late getting into the dcc market. Everything that has been approved since then are all enhancements to that design. Quantum dcc reference manual 6142 15 december 2003 nmra dcc explained digital command control dcc is the standard adopted by the national model railroad association nmra in 19941 to allow compatible operation of all engines and command stations regardless of manufacturer. Mrc command 2000 show oldest posts first default show newest posts first show original post first then newest replies all users can post new topics in this forum. This controller features controls for three throttles, walk around controller, mode, lights, direction 3 separate controls, accessory, momentum, prom gram, group select, and advanced. View and download mrc 0001628 quick start manual online. Gaugemaster mrc prodigy advance 99 handheld knob 9999.
Mrc prodigy dcc and mrc command 2000 users do not need to know all these register and cv numbers because the mrc dcc systems use model railroading terminology. If you look in the manual i think it says the input voltage should be 18. The voltage you are using is too low for the controller. So i recently treated myself to a digitrax zephyr system with two ut4 throttles. The set includes a prodigy express2 throttle, called a cab in mrcs literature. Please consult the decoder instructions for the particular locomotive to. Glossary of model railroading terms used in our dcc section. They work fine on the mrc command 2000 setup, but i cannot program on the zephyr unit. We cover all scales and sizes of model railroads including ho, o, n, g, s, z scales, tinplate, train collecting and large scale live steam. This 2 amp system can operate 2 or 3 ho sized trains, or 4 n scale trains. By phil scanduraphotos by the author who would believe that in a space of little more than two square inches, you could control 12 lighting outputs connected to grainofwheat bulbs or leds and do so using digital command control dcc. One thread hello i would like some advice please on my command 2000 system. Be sure to visit our store,streamlined backshop services, where you can purchase many great items like dcc decoders and command stations, dcc installation parts, locomotives and rolling stock, readytorun sound cars, and our exclusive customengineered truck pickups.
In addtion i have both a lenz and a digitrax zephyr. It comes as a complete system with a command station base unit, power supply and lcd cabhandheld with cable. Mrc command 2000 digital command control power supply railpower walkaround hon. Mrc using advanced microprocessor technology, the command 2000 increases the realism, control, and satisfaction of model railroading like no other introduction in the past 50 years. Can a soundtraxx decoder be used with the mrc command 2000 system even though the mrc system doesnt have all the function controls.
Like the advance model, the express cab features a large liquid crystaldisplay lcd screen, a proportional control knob the. Nmra dcc reference manual for qsi quantum equipped. At that time, easy dcc, lenz and mrc users could return dz121s to digitrax for no charge. Apr 12, 2018 a great little dcdcc system, the mrc tech 6 sound controller 2. Mrc s prodigy express is the easiest to use, and best starter digital command control dcc system available for model railroading. Lately, ive begun the process of building a modest, second model railroad designed for dcc the old dc layout is just fine, and will remain in use alongside the new one.
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