Wiring for dcc decoder installation into a proto 2000 ho. Total ratings 1, walthers 910200 passenger car exterior detailing kit ho scale. I have a proto 2000 e7a unit with bad gears on the axles. Wiring for dcc decoder install into a proto 2000 ho e7. Remember, on proto 2000 locomotives the blue wire goes to the positive lead, and the white wire is the negative.
I hope to install my first decoder with sound and new lights on my older proto 2000 great northern sd9. A pair of 567a prime movers, rated at 2000 total horsepower, now. Fredo when it was still like like proto 2000 you could call the parts desk,they had their own 800 number, and they would send you the parts at no cost. Here are the measurements of the original gear dia. The papers with the decoder are very simple, detailed manuals are. Wiring for dcc decoder installation into a proto 2000 ho gp9. How to fix proto 2000 axles the dreaded p2k split axle epidemic. Proto 2000 gp9 phase iii owners manual railroad line. Nmra dcc reference manual for qsi quantum q1a ho equipped. As walthers now owns the proto 2000 brand this page will eventually go away. How to install dcc and leds into a proto 2000 locomotive part 1. This installation uses the tcs dp5 decoder, t1a decoder with. The proto fa2 was a landmark model when introduced and filled a huge void.
This section will assist you in selecting the correct soundtraxx digital sound decoder for your locomotive. No results for 3 proto 2000 e7 similar to 3 proto 2000 e7 on ebay. Proto 2000 ho scale diesel emd e7a powered with sound and dcc 92040976. Walthersproto 920 walthersproto locomotives and rolling stock are the pinnacle of the walthers line and offer a combination of accuracy, roadspecific detail, innovative features, and superb operation that is unmatched in the hobby. The proto 2000 bl2 is an ho scale model of the emd bl2 introduced by lifelike trains in 1989, the first in their series of higherquality proto 2000 products. Quantum dcc reference manual 7142 15 december 2003 important notes about quantum dcc operation this is a complete reference manual for dcc features included in the qsi quantum system. The athern 60024 gears are the wrong size and have 12 teeth.
Installations tonys decoder installations 57 river rd. This article was last updated on april 18, 2012, 1. Please note that instructions may not be available for some older products. Walthers ho scale model railroad parts and spares for sale. See the quantum analog reference manual for details. All new proto 2000 products appear on the walthers proto 2000 pages. Start with the scale you model and then find your locomotive based on its manufacturer. I have quite a few p2k proto 2000 fouraxle engines on my layout. Repairing a couple of common faults found on older proto 2000 diesels. Im finally taking the dive into dcc with a sprog oneraspberry pi 3jmri set up. Remove the 8 pin dummy plug from lifelike proto 2000 light board. Life like proto 2000 e8 e9 body shell southern pacific sp 6052.
Print article leave feedback this installation procedure is for the. Wiring for dcc decoder install into a proto 2000 ho e7 or. One of them started running erratically and acted like it was going over a stray piece of ballast every inch or so. And, yes, it gives out a nice series of cathunks when it runs. Oct 30, 2007 the proto 2000 without sound easily outpulls both the bli and proto 2000 with sound units.
Soundtraxx 141 burnett drive durango, colorado 81 united states of america call us at 970 2590690. Installing a tsunami diesel digital sound decoder in a proto 2000 fb1. Tsunami diesel sound users guide page 1 all aboard. The model is a worthy depiction of its streamlined prototype, which led signature passenger trains, including the milwaukee roads twin cities hiawatha, across the country. Jun 14, 2015 repairing a couple of common faults found on older proto 2000 diesels. Digitrax decoder installation for proto 2000 e8e9 in ho scale this article was last updated on april 18, 2012, 1. Before installing the decoder in the locomotive, unsolder the yellow wire from pin 2 and resolder it to pin 3 empty pin on the decoder harness plug board. It comes with operation manual and registration card. Apologies for poor sound quality, caused by ipad microphone.
Life like ho scale 1004 texas f40ph diesel locomotive. Feb 08, 2011 the locomotive i use in this video is a walthers proto 2000 rs27. Dec 19, 2011 how to fix proto 2000 axles the dreaded p2k split axle epidemic. Lifelike proto 2000 ho e6a and gp9 diesels include dcc and sound. Not dcc friendly as for decoders i am looking for recommendations. If you are using the dn140 decoder you will connect the lower constant headlight using the white and red decoder wires as shown in the dn140 user manual. Dcc decoder, sound and lights for an older proto 2000 sd9. Lifelike proto 2000 ho e6a and gp9 diesels include dcc and. Other items are available which are temporarily out of stock at here bmrs.
To view the instruction manual for a walthers product, simply go to that products page and then click on the link. Available in a version with a dualmode digital command control dcc sound decoder, the upgraded proto 2000 from walthers ho scale e7 sounds as good as it looks. I have a proto 2000 southern e89a with a mars light, what dcc decoder should i use. The circuit board with builtin speaker fits nicely above the rear truck. Central hobbies stocks some lifelike proto 2000 canadian road names and some us road names. Introduced just as american railroads began upgrading and rebuilding passenger service, the e7 was the most successful passenger diesel ever built, with 428 a units and 82 cabless b units produced through april of 1949 when the e8 was unveiled. The plastic box at the back of the unit is where the capacitors are located. Life like and internet hobbies have none available. Walthers ho scale 933822 f7 f9 diesel dress up kit. This is a proto 2000 nickel plate gp30, nkp 900, which i changed to frisco lettering, and added a few details. Apr 18, 2011 this is a proto 2000 nickel plate gp30, nkp 900, which i changed to frisco lettering, and added a few details.
Read all documentation that comes with the locomotive and the decoder. Life like proto 2000 alco fa2 mc2 life like proto 2000 alco pa dp2x uk life like proto 2000 e6 t1 life like proto 2000 e7 e8 e9 dp5. I presume it is because of the weight they had to cut out in order to fit the speakers in. Our prices shown, standard discounts do not apply per our ordering information all items shown are in stock but subject to prior sale. Older proto 2000 e7 with qsi sound decoder question. Lifelike proto 2000 e6 e7 e8 e9 worm gear and shafts. Digitrax decoder installation for proto 2000 e8e9 in ho scale. Older proto 2000 e7 with qsi sound decoder question posted by cudaken on saturday, october 29, 2016 8. Problems encountered in installing a dcc decoder in a proto 2000 gp60 or gp38. Life like proto 2000 e7 e8 e9 train control systems.
Unfollow proto 2000 e9 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Decoder install into a proto 2000 ho e7 or similar wiring for dcc. This causes the decoder to see a short circuit between pins 4 and 5 which usually results in a blown decoder. Overview congratulations on the purchase of your soundtraxx tsunami digital sound decoder. If you bought body shells and parts for kitbashing they charged you for them but the prices were very reasonable and every time i called them for something it came. A pair of 567a prime movers, rated at 2000 total horsepower, now supplied power. Total ratings 11, walthers 92020 ho trucks without wheels pkg 12 5 wheelbase. Lifelike information and diagrams literature page 46. This installation note assumes you have read the sections on wiring specific locomotives, using minature lamps and sound. Hi blanewhen you do get your hands on a proto fa1, in addition to the prototype differences cited here, you will quickly see the differences in the model work. I picked up an proto 2000 e 89, i dont believe it has dcc. Proto 2000 cracked gears repair and tuneup youtube. Our locomotives feature optional dcc decoders and sound as well as our renowned walthersproto drive with its. The proto2000 without sound easily outpulls both the bli and proto2000 with sound units.
Nmra dcc reference manual for qsi quantum equipped. An extensive dcc instruction manual for the qsi quantum decoder, including. Wiring for dcc by allan gartner decoder install into a proto 2000 h e7 or similar. I picked up a lifelike proto 2000 phase iii locomotive, and there are obvious parts missing. Find great deals on ebay for proto 2000 f7 and proto 2000 f3. Walthers ho scale model railroad parts and spares for sale ebay. Proto 2000 ho scale diesel emd e7a powered with sound and dcc 92040953. We strongly recommend that you mark the decoder andor harness so that you will remember that you have modified it. There are many decoders that will work in this model. I went on the internet, and also checked with as well, but ho seeker only has phase i and phase ii literature. Digitrax decoder installation for proto 2000 e8e9 in. Although the quick start descriptions of dcc operation will allow you to begin operating your. Ho scale e7a diesel locomotive by proto 2000 from walthers.
Does anyone have one of each they might be willing to sell or know of a dealer that might have any in stock. I finally get around to repairing the two proto 2000 blue box locomotives i had since march 2017. Engine diagramspart numbers, bl2 proto 2000 1 bl2 proto 2000 2 bl2 proto 2000 3 bl2 proto 2000 4 bl2 proto 2000 5 bl2 proto 2000 6, gp7 ii. Before installing the decoder in the locomotive, unsolder the yellow wire from pin 2 and resolder it to pin 3 empty pin on the decoder. The papers with the decoder are very simple, detailed manuals are available on the soundtraxx web site. The second speaker fits nicely behind the cab occupants on the e8 and e7. Does anyone have an owners manual they can copy for me. I am looking for ll proto 2000 seaboard e7a and e7b citrus scheme. Nmra dcc reference manual for qsi quantum equipped locomotives. We tested both of the firms initial soundequipped locomotives and found them to be greatsounding, topquality models. The proto 2000 gp60, and the proto 2000 gp38 both have number board lights wired between the motor lead and one of the power leads. Gents, please go easy on me, this is my first post and have followed the posts here for a while now.
Tsunami digital sound decoder diesel sound users guide. However its age will be a factor in choosing a decoder as lifelike had different pcbs in these models at different times of their releases. Lifelike proto 2000 ho e6a and gp9 diesels electromotive division emd e6 and gp9 phase i diesel locomotives with factoryinstalled qsi quantum system digital command control dcc sound decoders have been added to lifelikes ho scale proto 2000 line. Proto 2000 fa1 vs fa2 model railroad hobbyist magazine. Most of the notable changes were seen on the body and included a new and much smaller bulldog nose, as well as a large, vertical louver or screen panels directly behind. The released made a big impact on the hobby of model railroading, as it was the first. Find great deals on ebay for proto 2000 e9 and proto 2000 e8. This is an ongoing improvement, so if you dont see your particular model, please check back from time. We welcome orders for all walthers proto products for shipment when available including new releases.