MTHTrains HO 2-6-6-6 Allegheny Guide de démarrage rapide
M.T.H. HO 2-6-6-6 Allegheny
Steam Engine
Congratulations! You've just purchased the most
feature-rich and technically advanced HO Steam
locomotive ever produced! This highly detailed model
includes a broader range of features than you’ll find on
any other HO scale steam, including smooth
performance from a three-scale-mile-per-hour crawl to
full throttle; “cruise control” for steady speeds regardless
of curves, switches and grades; built-in decoders for
DCC and the M.T.H. Digital Command System (DCS);
and a full range of prototypical sounds. If you’re looking
for motive power that’s accurately detailed, smooth
running, and a great deal of fun to operate, it doesn’t get
any better than this!
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
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ENGINEER’S GUIDE
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This product may be protected by one or more of the following patents: 6,019,289; 6,280,278;
6,281,606; 6,291,263; 6,457,681; 6,491,263; 6,604,641; 6,619,594; 6,624,537; 6,655,640.
©2014, M.T.H. Electric Trains®, Columbia, MD 21046
CAUTION: ELECTRICALLY OPERATED PRODUCT:
WARNING: When using electrical products, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following:
Read this manual thoroughly before using this device.
lM.T.H. recommends that all users and persons supervising use examine the hobby transformer and other electronic equipment
periodically for conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, such as damage to the primary cord, plug
blades, housing, output jacks or other parts. In the event such conditions exist, the train set should not be used until properly repaired.
lDo not operate your layout unattended. Obstructed accessories or stalled trains may overheat, resulting in damage to your layout.
lThis train set is intended for indoor use. Do not use if water is present. Serious injury or fatality may result.
lDo not operate the hobby transformer with damaged cord, plug, switches, buttons or case.
Recommended for Ages 14 and up. Not recommended for children under 14 years of age without adult supervision.
As with all electric products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to prevent electric shock.
Rev.: 80st18070i_2-6-6-6 Allegheny Ps3 12/9/14
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Unpacking Your Engine.................................................................................4
Product Overview.............................................................................................................5
Getting to Know Your Engine ..................................................................................................5
Engine Diagram ...........................................................................................................................7
Set-up/Maintenence.................................................................................................7
Installing Mechanical Couplers..................................................................................................8
Smoke Unit Preparation and Use..............................................................................................9
Removal/Installation of Drive Wheels....................................................................................9
Lubrication..................................................................................................................................11
Features and Operation..........................................................................................12
Modes of Operation .................................................................................................................12
Analog DC (standard DC power pack)..................................................................................13
Volume Control .........................................................................................................................14
Smoke Control ...........................................................................................................................14
DCC Digital Command Control............................................................................................16
Start-Up/Shut-Down................................................................................................................16
Sounds .........................................................................................................................................16
PFA ..............................................................................................................................................17
Lights ...........................................................................................................................................17
Forward/Reverse Signal............................................................................................................18
Engine Sounds ...........................................................................................................................19
F Function List...........................................................................................................................21
DCS Digital Command System..............................................................................................22
Proto-Sound® 3.0 Expanded DCC Functionality......................................................24
Configuration Variables ............................................................................................................24
Cv29.............................................................................................................................................25
Feature/Factory Reset .............................................................................................................26
CV Programming.......................................................................................................................27
Advanced Consisting.................................................................................................................30
Programming Track...................................................................................................................34
Specifications ...........................................................................................................35
Recommended Transformers ..................................................................................................36
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................37
Service and Warranty Information.......................................................................43
Limited One-Year Warranty.....................................................................................................43
Engine and Tender Connection ................................................................................................7
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QUICK START GUIDE
Of course, you should read your manual over before running your Steam Engine.
But if you just can’t wait, choose how you want to run below and enjoy!! It is
important to pay attention to which model you have purchased and to make sure
you are following the proper instructions for your Engine.
I USE A REGULAR DC SUPPLY…
Step 1: Unpack your engine (refer to unpacking instructions on pg 4)…
Step 2: Set the engine on the track …
Step 3: Apply increasing DC voltage until she starts up and pulls out!
I'M A DCC OPERATOR….
Step 1: Unpack your engine (refer to unpacking instructions on pg 4)…
Step 2: Set the engine on the track …
Step 3: Power up your DCC system…
Step 4: Select engine address 3 and press “F3” to start her up…
Step 5: Turn the throttle and head on down the pike…
I RUN DCS….
Step 1: Unpack your engine (refer to unpacking instructions on pg 4)…
Step 2: Set the engine on the track …
Step 3: Power up your DCS system…
Step 4: Add the engine to your system and start her up…
Step 5: Turn the throttle and move out….
UNPACKING YOUR ENGINE
Removing and Unwrapping Your Engine
Carefully remove and unwrap the model on a soft surface. By nature, models with high
levels of detail have some small fragile parts.
Carefully remove any foam packing pieces that may be surrounding the model.
What Else is in the Box?
The following items are packed with your engine.
Quick Start Guide (1)
For those who can’t wait to get started! This will give you the basic information to get
your engine up and running!
Smoke Fluid Pipette (1)
Enough fluid to get you started, and then some.
Rear Drive Wheel Set without Traction Tires (1)
For Those who prefer not to use traction tires.
3mm Nut Driver (1)
In case you want to install the drivers with traction tires or replace the standard drive
wheels.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Getting to Know Your M.T.H. HO Locomotive
Key Features
Your new HO is equipped with the exclusive M.T.H. Proto-Sound® 3.0
digital sound and control system. In plain English, this means your locomotive contains
state-of-the-art electronics providing realistic digital sounds, puffing smoke perfectly
synchronized with chuffing sounds and motion, precisely controlled speed in increments
of 1 scale mile per hour, and much, much, more.
Compatibility
The Proto-Sound 3 system is universally compatible with track power and/or signal
combinations including analog DC (regular DC transformer), DCC (NMRA Digital
Command Control), or DCS (MTH Digital Command System). Simply set your engine on
the rails, apply any one of these power/signal sources, and move out! The Proto-Sound 3
system automatically senses the track environment and adapts accordingly. A vast array of
realistic operation is automatic when the engine is run on analog DC. You can expand
access to features in a DCC environment. Experience the most your new locomotive has to
offer in the simple to use yet powerful world of DCS. To be clear, DCS is NOT a
proprietary version of DCC, as some other manufacturers offer. DCS is a comprehensive
layout control system designed with one primary goal: make model trains do amazingly
realistic things using a simple and intuitive controller. We put the complexity on the inside,
and the fun in your hands!
Digital Sound
Your Proto-Sound 3 (PS3) equipped engine contains over 100 individual recordings.
These recordings are played back dynamically at appropriate times to create a symphony
of realism for your ears. Hear the chuffs automatically intensify or lighten when speeding
up or slowing down, listen to the sounds of brakes squeaking and squealing as you come
to a stop, or enjoy the random conversations of railmen working as your model sits at idle.
It's all there and it's incredible.
Now, your HO Steam engine includes the ultimate in realism Proto-Whistle. With this
incredible new feature you have variable control over the steam whistle sound in your
locomotive (when operated in DCS mode with the DCS Commander or DCS software
version 4.0 or greater).
Steam engine
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Digital Control
In standard analog DC mode, your model still operates under digital control. The PS3
advance speed control system converts track voltage into digital speed commands. Your
model will run smoothly and consistently at any speed regardless of load, hills, or curves.
If you are a DCC user, you'll quickly learn to appreciate the precision of our speed
control and linear speed curve. DCS users will enjoy the added benefits of controlling
speeds in increments of 1 scale mile per hour displayed on DCS controllers or easily
changing acceleration and deceleration rates independently without any discussion of bits
or bytes. To be clear, DCS is NOT DCC.
Lights & Smoke
As you read on, you'll notice there are no instructions for replacing light bulbs in your
engine. That's because there aren't any. We use specially designed and controlled LEDs to
create realistic lighting effects that occur automatically. Again, NO PROGRAMMING!!
Just come to a stop and watch as the headlight dims automatically in accordance with rule
17. Of course, as you pull away, the headlight returns to it's fully bright, yet warm, glow.
Your new HO Steam engine includes realistic Classification lighting with appropriately
colored LED's in the boiler. We even included a light in the cab so the engineer and
fireman can see to do their jobs!
MTH is renowned for our realistic smoke systems. When the smoke is on, you will
experience copious puffs synchronized precisely with chuffing sounds at 4 times per
revolution of the drive wheels. Of course, when you stop, the smoke wafts out of the
stack steadily, just like the real thing! The smoke behavior applies to all operating modes,
analog DC, DCC, or DCS. With some DCC controllers, you can turn smoke on and off
remotely. In DCS mode, you can not only toggle smoke on and off with the press of
single button, you can actually select from 3 output levels to keep those smoke alarms
from going off!
More…
In analog DC operation, just flip the track polarity or direction switch at any speed and
watch your engine gradually come to stop, turn on the appropriate directional lighting,
and smoothly accelerate back up to speed. No other HO locomotive has features like
these. There are so many more things to learn and enjoy about the engine, we could write
a book. But, that's no fun. So, if you haven't already done so, flip to the Quick Start Guide
and let's run your new engine!
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ENGINE DIAGRAM
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Tender
Drive Wheels
Cab Interior
Light
Fireman/
Engineer
Figures
Lighted
Classification
Lights
Pilot Truck
Smoke Stack
Drive Wheels
Control Hatch
Boiler
Connecting the Engine to the Tender
Your MTH steam engine is equipped with a tetherless drawbar. There is no unsightly
cable or box showing between the engine and the tender to detract from the appearance
of the model. The electrical connections pass through conductors in the drawbar, so it is
important that the connector be properly inserted. The connector is fixed to the rear end
of the drawbar. The mating connector is attached to a swivel connection on the front of
the tender frame. The drawbar is connected to the engine chassis with a screw and should
not need any attention.
In order to mate the connectors of the drawbar and the tender, place the engine and the
tender on the track. Position the tender over the drawbar connector and insert the
drawbar pin on the swivel connector into the hole in the drawbar.
SET-UP
Installing The Mechanical Couplers
Your HO engine comes with a mechanical coupler that can be attached to the rear of the
tender. Follow the steps below to install your mechanical coupler or any other Kadee-
compatible couplers.
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Place the spacer
Insert the coupler (as shown) and
screw into place
SET-UP
Now grasp the tender with both hands as shown below and place a finger on each side of
the drawbar near the connector. Now using your fingers, push the connectors together.
The connector will make a slight click.
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SET-UP
Smoke Unit Preparation and Use
Your is equipped with a proven fan-
driven smoke system design featured in MTH
products for over 10 years. The performance
and realism of this system is unparallel in the
model train industry.
Your smoke unit comes primed from the
factory however, before running the smoke unit
for more than a few minutes, you should add
more fluid. Add between 10-15 drops initially
and whenever smoke output diminishes or if
the engine has been stored for a long period of time. We provided some fluid with your
model to get you started.
The smoke unit is controlled differently depending upon how your run your engine so, for
particulars on turning it on or off or setting the output levels, check out the features and
operation section. You shouldn't run your smoke unit without fluid. Doing so can cause
overheating and reduce the performance and/or life of the unit. Of course, we
recommend using only MTH ProtoSmoke fluid. Super Smoke and LVTS brands also
work fine.
Removal/Installation of Drive Wheel Sets
Your HO Steam engine comes from the factory with traction tire equipped drive wheels
installed and an alternate set without traction tires available separately in the box. The
traction tires provide exceptional pulling power on grades and through curves but should
you prefer the traditional appearance of steel drive wheels, the alternate set can be easily
installed by following the steps below.
First, position the engine upside down in a foam cradle or other soft surface. Using the
3mm nut driver tool we provided in the box, carefully remove the drive rod screws (2) on
the set of drive wheels located 2nd from the rear. There's one on each side.
engine
Smoke Unit
Next, remove brake shoe detail by gently prying and pulling up the part and set aside.
Remove the screws holding down the rectangular chassis bottom cover. Carefully remove
the cover, then carefully remove the 2 screws holding down the gearbox cover, set them
aside and then stop. Don’t do anything further until reading the next step completely.
Before proceeding, there are a couple of important things to know. First, under the square
bushings on each end of the axle are tiny springs. They are critical to the proper operation
of your engine and you don't want to drop them. Next, look closely at the wheel set and
bushings and take note of their orientation.
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Screws
Brake Shoe Lever & Bellcrank
Traction tire Nontraction tire
Brake Shoe Detail/bottom plate
Brake Shoe Lever & Bellcrank
Driver springs
Gearbox Cover
Gearbox Cover
Gearbox Screws
Gearbox cover
Gearbox cover
removed
Bushings
Gearbox Cover
Gearbox Screws
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