Train Control Systems WOW101-Steam Decoder for HO Scale Locomotives
The Train Control Systems (TCS) WOW101-Steam Decoder (Item #1516) is a universal HO scale sound and DCC control decoder designed for locomotives with DCC-ready 9-pin plugs or those requiring hard-wiring. This Version 4.6 decoder delivers high-fidelity 16-bit, 44.1kHz audio and includes an extensive library of light, medium, and heavy steam locomotive sounds.
The WOW101 is a universal decoder for locomotives with DCC-ready 9-pin plugs, or locomotives which cannot accommodate a motherboard or WOWKit. This decoder may be hard-wired or plugged directly into any locomotive with a 9-pin JST plug. The WOW101 is compatible with any T-Series harness, and also includes an auxiliary harness for attaching your speaker, CAM, Keep Alive®, and for the additional lighting functions (F3 and F4).
IMPORTANT NOTE: WOW101 decoders do not have on-board resistors. If you are going to use LED lighting with this product, you must include external resistors.
Technical Specifications
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Scale: HO Scale
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Interface Type: Hard-Wire/Direct-Plug (9-Pin JST)
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Dimensions (L × W × H): 1.35" × 0.66" × 0.22" (34.29mm × 16.72mm × 5.59mm)
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Motor Rating: 1.3 Amps continuous, 2.0 Amps peak
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Total Functions: 6 lighting functions
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Function Rating: 100mA each (400mA total)
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12V Outputs: 6
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Audio Quality: 16-bit resolution at 44,100Hz sample rate
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Sound Library: 51 bells, 79 whistles
Premium WOWSound Features
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HD-Quality Sound: TCS=WCS (TCS=World Class Sound). Best sound on the market with 16 bits of resolution at 44.1kHz sample rate
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Chuffinity™: Combines a massive library of chuff sounds with a state-of-the-art algorithm to produce beautiful, non-repetitive chuff sounds that never loop or create predictable patterns
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True Scale Sound: Exclusive auto-adjusting BEMF technology automatically changes chuff intensity. Prototype Mode offers dynamic sound volumes that accurately model real-life equivalents
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Rotate Horn/Whistle/Bell: Use a single button to rotate through all available horns, bells, and whistles and select your favorites
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Audio Assist®: TCS exclusive auditory feedback programming system - program your decoder without memorizing CVs
Advanced Control Features
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Back EMF Load Compensation: Provides superior slow speed control and high performance under load with synchronized chuffs
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Quiet Drive: Super-quiet motor control for buzz-free motor performance
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Variable Momentum: Create custom acceleration and deceleration curves
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User-Loadable Speed Tables: Configure custom speed curves and set speed limits
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Throttle Modes: Choose from multiple throttle modes to meet your operating needs
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DC Mode: Decoder automatically detects DC power with configurable lighting effects
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Decoder Lock: Prevents accidental or unwanted programming while activated
Lighting Capabilities
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Programmable Lighting Effects: Choose from 20 separate user-programmable lighting effects
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Function Remapping: Buttons 0 through 12 may be used to control lighting functions
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Dimmable Brightness: Configure multiple brightness levels for LEDs or incandescent bulbs
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Incandescent Bulb Support: Compatible with 12-volt bulbs
Compatibility
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NMRA DCC Standards: Fully compliant
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Airwire™ Compatible: Fully compatible with Airwire™ operation
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CAM Support: Use positive voltage trigger to synchronize chuff rate to driver rotation
For a complete list of available sounds, check out the "Sounds List" under the "Documents" tab.
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Learn more about Train Control Systems products and technical support at tcsdcc.com, the official website for TCS DCC decoder information and resources.
