12-19-2009, 09:51 PM
This is a rather specific request, limited to one DCC system...
Does anyone have any working knowledge of programming the CV's of a Soundtraxx Tsunami decoder with a Digitrax Zephyr? I just picked up an Athearn FP45 equipped with a Tsunami, and pretty much out of dumb luck, was able to program the three digit road number. But to me, the speed of the loco does not change when the cab speed is placed above step 1, which is faster than I probably need, but still the speed seems to be set at a predetermined value that I can't read with the Zephyr. Secondly, the sound of the decoder doesn't seem to match the actual movement of the engine. I'm guessing this problem is related to the first.
I tested this engine out at the hobby store on a DC track and it worked great. On my DCC layout, it seems to work, with with these quirks.
Anyone have some expertise with Soundtraxx Tsunami decoders, their programming, tricks and tips?
Thanks guys!
Does anyone have any working knowledge of programming the CV's of a Soundtraxx Tsunami decoder with a Digitrax Zephyr? I just picked up an Athearn FP45 equipped with a Tsunami, and pretty much out of dumb luck, was able to program the three digit road number. But to me, the speed of the loco does not change when the cab speed is placed above step 1, which is faster than I probably need, but still the speed seems to be set at a predetermined value that I can't read with the Zephyr. Secondly, the sound of the decoder doesn't seem to match the actual movement of the engine. I'm guessing this problem is related to the first.
I tested this engine out at the hobby store on a DC track and it worked great. On my DCC layout, it seems to work, with with these quirks.
Anyone have some expertise with Soundtraxx Tsunami decoders, their programming, tricks and tips?
Thanks guys!
Mark
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Lt Colonel, USAF (Retired)