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Operating RailKing RTR Sets With Conventional Analog Power
Virtually any AC or DC traditional transformer can run your Proto-Sound 3.0 train set providing speed, direction and basic locomotive sounds. AC transformers with whistle and bell controls can access additional features whistle and horn effects, bell sounds, coupler operation and much more.
Conventional or analog operation differs from command control by controlling the locomotive with changes in track voltage. Unlike command control, conventional control affects all locomotives the same way, even if the locomotive has a command control decoder (like Proto-Sound 3.0) installed because no command control digital signal is outputted. As a result, it's not possible to reliably control multiple locomotives on the same track at the same time when running in conventional mode.
The good news is that when using a AC conventional transformer configured with bell and whistle/horn buttons, like those featured on the left, users can still access a limited number of locomotive features through a series of bell and whistle/horn button push combinations. In addition to the standard bell and whistle/horn commands, users can trigger couplers to open, Proto-Freight and Proto-Passenger effects to play and engine direction lockout to occur through a series of bell and whistle/horn button pushes. The conventional features are explained in the PDF document below.
Learn How To Use Conventional Power Supplies With Proto-Sound 3.0 Locomotives
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Z-750 AC Transformer - This powerful, U.L. approved design ready-to-run train set transformer boasts 75 watts of power. Its robust design will provide years of service and power enough to for any starter set to a moderate size layout. Available in many RailKing starter sets or separately, the Z-750 is a great choice for a growing O Gauge layout. |
Z-1000 AC Transformer - The most powerful ready-to-run train set transformer you can find, the Z-1000 boasts 100 watts of power, a U.L. approved design and separate 14v Accessory Ports. Its robust design will provide years of service and power enough to for any starter set to a moderate size layout. Available in many RailKing starter sets or separately, the Z-1000 is the perfect solution for a growing O Gauge layout. |
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Z-DC1 20 Watt DC Transformer - A perfect small power supply to power up accessory lights, the ZDC1 includes a smooth feeling power knob atop its UL approved enclosure. |
Z-4000 400 Watt AC Transformer - Conventional or Command Control operators have chosen the Z-4000 transformer as their go-to transformer for nearly 20 years. The industry's most powerful UL listed transformer, the Z-4000 delivers 400 watts of continuous power at about a $1.00 per watt. There simply is no better, affordable power supply for AC model railroads than the M.T.H. Z-4000. |
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