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HO Train Control Systems A4X Four Function "Drop-In" Decoder 1000

HO Train Control Systems A4X Four Function "Drop-In" Decoder 1000

$42.04 
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SKU: TCS1000
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The A4X is four function HO-scale "drop-in" style mobile decoder for Atlas, Athearn, Kato, etc. locomotives.

Examples include the following:

Athearn:

  • F59PHI
  • F3

Atlas:

  • RS-1/RS-3/RS-11
  • C424
  • GP7

Kato:

  • GP35

If you need more than four total lighting functions, or are using 1.5V bulbs, you should consider the A6X.

  • Back EMF Load Compensation: Provides superior slow speed control and high performance under load.
  • Quiet Drive: Super-quiet motor control for "buzz" free motor performance.
  • DC Mode: Decoder will automatically detect DC power. You can also configure how your lighting effects function on DC.
  • RailCom®: This feature allows the decoder to talk to the command station. RailCom supports expansion for new features.
  • Variable Momentum: Allows you to make custom acceleration and deceleration curves.
  • LED Support: This product does not require external resistors when connecting LED's.
  • Incandescent Bulb Support: This decoder can be used with 12 Volt bulbs.
  • Function Remapping: Buttons 0 through 12 may be used to control the lighting functions of this decoder.
  • Programmable Lighting Effects: Choose from 20 separate user-programmable lighting effects!
  • Dimmable Brightness: Configure multiple different brightness levels for your LED's or incandescent bulbs.
  • Decoder Lock: Feature which prevents accidental/unwanted programming while activated.
  • Airwire™ Compatible: Fully compatible with Airwire™ operation.
  • User-Loadable Speed Tables: Configure custom speed curves and set speed limits.

Specs:

  • Interface Type: Drop-In
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 2.85" x 0.682" x 0.138" or 72.39mm x 17.32mm x 3.51mm
  • Scale: HO Scale
  • Continuous/Peak: 1.0/2.0 Amp
  • Total Functions: 4
  • Function Rating: 100 mA
  • 12V Outputs: 4
  • LED Outputs: 4