This causes the decoder to see a short circuit between pins 4 and 5 which usually results in a blown decoder. Dcc decoder, sound and lights for an older proto 2000 sd9. Santa fe in oklahoma at one main yard, they get lots of operation, abuse. Reference manual will be described in sidebars or notes and in the appendix section, sounds available under dcc operation. Walthersmainline diesel detail kit for emd gp9 phase ii. Not had any problems with cracked gears on my sd60s or sd9 only on my 4 axle gp30s,gp18 and gp9 s.
Be sure the decoder you are programming has fx 3 features. Digitrax introduced fx 3 in 2002 in the series 3 decoders. I just got a proto 2000 gp7 all apart for a repaint except for one problem. I have been installing digital command control dcc decoders in my ho scale locomotives. Dont let the smallness of your power lawn mower engine deceive you. Dcc decoder and sound installations tonys train exchange. The proto line was later created to produce a line of trains that would compete against other midrange products like those made by athearn and walthers. Other items are available which are temporarily out of stock at here bmrs. I did not use glue in case it was ever necessary to replace the led. Trying to program a decoder for fx 3 when the decoder does not support fx 3.
Shop push lawn mowers and a variety of outdoors products online at. I finally get around to repairing the two proto 2000 blue box locomotives i had since march 2017. I bought this new quite a few years and didnt even open it and just put it on a shelf. Click here for the manual from nce information station. Nmra dcc reference manual for qsi quantum equipped. Does anyone have an owners manual they can copy for me. Nmra dcc reference manual for qsi quantum equipped locomotives. Digitrax introduced fx in the summer of 1995 in all of its premium decoders so if your decoder was made before then it does not have fx capability. In 1989, lifelike introduced the proto 2000 line of finely detailed ho scale diesel locomotives. Externally, the first gp9s were virtually unchanged from the last gp7s.
Lifelike includes a 20page soundinstruction manual with each locomotive. Remove both trucks from the chassis and see if either truck will short out the rails on its own. Not responsible for changes in manufacturer specifications. I usually ship usps priority mail, but reserve the right to ship ups. Shop online for 9 lifelike proto model train locomotives. Today, the lifelike trademark is used by walthers for its line of valuepriced starter train sets. Problems encountered in installing a dcc decoder in a proto 2000 gp60 or gp38. Find the user manual you need for your lawn and garden product and more at manualsonline. Jun 14, 2015 repairing a couple of common faults found on older proto 2000 diesels.
Repairing a couple of common faults found on older proto 2000 diesels. Nmra educationand training program presents nmra education and training program. Scotts turf builder edgeguard dlx broadcast spreader. Tsunami diesel sound users guide page 4 your tsunami decoder uses sounds recorded from actual locomotives and requires an amount of time similar to the prototype to reach full rpm. Lifelike proto 2000 ho e6a and gp9 diesels include dcc and sound. Walthers proto ho 920 series highly detailed proto 2000 diesels. Scotts wizz handheld spreader with edgeguard technology apply grass seed, fertilizer or ice melt battery powered designed for use year round holds up to 2,500 sq. The easiest installation possible, just plug it in. The loco runs ok, but when i turn the tech iv power pack to say 80%. Find proto 2000 gp9 and proto 2000 gp7 from a vast selection of ho scale. Everything installed ok, but only one headlight would work.
Here is a link to what they did wiring for dcc decoder installation into a proto 2000 ho gp9 though it appears as though they had the version with the adapter nmra 8 pin plug builtin. I hope to install my first decoder with sound and new lights on my older proto 2000 great northern sd9. Our locomotives feature optional dcc decoders and sound as well as our renowned walthersproto drive with its. Find your scale, manufacturer, and loco below to see digitrax recommended decoders. Quantum dcc reference manual 2142 15 december 2003 table of contents. Here is a link to what they did wiring for dcc decoder installation into a proto 2000 ho gp 9 though it appears as though they had the version with the adapter nmra 8 pin plug builtin. Narrow hood loco models with heavy metal castings are difficult candidates for battery power and radio control. Proto 2000 ho gp9 locomotive phase iii limited edition. All new proto 2000 products appear on the walthers proto 2000 pages. Our prices shown, standard discounts do not apply per our ordering information all items shown are in stock but subject to prior sale. Proto 2000 gp9 phase iii owners manual railroad line. Find great deals on ebay for proto 2000 gp7 and proto 2000 gp9. Later versions would include different louver arrangements and the last ones would come without the frame skirting.
Proto 2000 ho scale model railroad locomotives for sale ebay. 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. All listings current page auction buy it now classified ads. Mar, 2014 the proto 2000 geeps use the chassis as a ground. This is a proto 2000 nickel plate gp30, nkp 900, which i changed to frisco lettering, and added a few details. This ho sized decoder designed for the lifelike proto 2000 gp7 930 and sd60 locomotives in ho scale.
Soundtraxx tsunami2 tsu1100 decoder installation into ho. Walthers cornerstone diesel dressup kit fits athearn f7 and f9 ab. I have quite a few p2k proto 2000 fouraxle engines on my layout. 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. I looked up which digitrax decoder dh163l0 fit it and proceeded to install it. I have a 10 year old proto 2000 gp9, nonsound loco in which i long ago installed an nce p2ksr decoder. Apr 18, 2011 this is a proto 2000 nickel plate gp30, nkp 900, which i changed to frisco lettering, and added a few details. Leds without capacitors will need to be installed the right way, or it will not work.
As walthers now owns the proto 2000 brand this page will eventually go away. With milling of the frame, dxi has been able to utilize a asmb2 nc, ka4 keep alive and univsh4c. Get free 2day shipping on qualified reel lawn mowers products or buy outdoors department products today with buy online pick up in store. Lifelike information and diagrams literature page 46. P2ksr decoder for the lifelike proto 2000 gp7930 and sd60.
Likewise experienced this on several units now, and this is a known problem with older proto2000 units. If you are in possession of any ho train enginecar assembly diagrams, brochure, or catalog that are not listed within this site, please contact me about posting them here in this section. Wiring for dcc decoder installation into a proto 2000 ho. Lifelike proto2000 ho gp9 radio control and battery power. Model railroading your thoughts on proto 2000 ho locos. One of them started running erratically and acted like it was going over a stray piece of ballast. I get my lights from evan designs, they can be purchased from. Vernon manufacturing downtown hotel hand car depot town church. Subcategories for lifelike proto model train locomotives. Soundtraxx tsunami2 tsu1100 decoder installation into ho proto 2000 gp9 doubletap on any image in ios pdf files to enlarge image page 12 of 20 inserted snugly. Tcnr wait for the nmra guage before powering up again, it sounds like the wheels are pushing againest the sideframes, or something like that, causes too much load on the motor and an over current condition. Im not sure how well the factory glued those things in but ive been careful not use too much force so i dont crack the shell or anything.
Proto 2000 cracked gears repair and tuneup youtube. Since tony of tonys train exchange just sent me an email saying a few weeks before the decoder arrives, i would be guessing on what would work. I opened up one of my gp9 s its a phase iii model to install an 8 pin decoder on it only to find out it is not like the other three i own. Unfollow proto 2000 parts to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Central hobbies stocks some lifelike proto 2000 canadian road names and some us road names. One of the most popular emd diesels ever built, these walthersprotor gp9 phase i also known as phase 1 locos are a must for your ho operations and feature. I find it hard to believe at no one has a proto 2000 gp9 phase iii owners manual.
One of my customers wanted a two function decoder installed in a proto 2000 gp9. Proto 2000 cracked gears repair and tuneup dbrx drunk bee model. When i decided to install a dcc decoder in my lifelike proto 2000. I find it hard to believe at no one has a proto 2000 gp9 phase iii owner s manual. How to install dcc and leds into a proto 2000 locomotive. Lifelike proto 2000 ho e6a and gp9 diesels include dcc and. Fa2s, pa1s, f7s, f3s sd7s, sd9s, gp9s, gp7s ok i know atlas did. Lifelike proto 2000 gp9 decoder nce d14sr installation cn. The gp9 was availalbe with all of the fuel tank, steam generator, and dynamic brake options as the gp7 including torpedo boats. We welcome orders for all walthers proto products for shipment when available including new releases. View and download honda ht38 service manual online.
Decoder nce d14sr in ios pdf files, images can be enlarged by double tapping on the image page 2 of the shell is easy to remove by carefully releasing the side tabs. Goodbye 107degreeswithaheatindexofa115 lawn mowing sessions. With the size of railroadline forum members, and being most modelers building the transition era with the gp9 being a front runner for that era, that no one else has one on their layout. The printed circuit board has printed on it to cut the xs for dcc. I picked up a lifelike proto 2000 phase iii locomotive, and there are obvious parts missing. Download or purchase owners manuals for honda lawn mowers. Lifelike was a manufacturer of model trains and accessories. And, yes, it gives out a nice series of cathunks when it runs. On the other hand,i have an atlas rs3 that i bought at the same time yet it gives. And because my manual reel mower is so darn quiet, i can mow my lawn early in the morning without waking up the neighbors. Although the quick start descriptions of dcc operation will allow you to begin operating your. Check the wiring to make sure nothing is inadvertantly touching the chassis ground from the opposite rail.
Posted by paxton58 on tuesday, november 24, 2009 5. Wiring for dcc decoder installation into a proto 2000 ho gp9. Remember, on proto 2000 locomotives the blue wire goes to the positive lead, and the white wire is the negative. This is a description of the installation of dcc to the emd gp9 mk ii, southern pacific road number 5892 purchsed septmeber 200 from toms hobbies, west ryde sydney, nsw, aust. Reel lawn mowers lawn mowers the home depot store finder. Read the owners manual for the engine before starting. Lifelike proto2000 ho gp9 radio control and battery. This is a three part tutorial on how to install and convert your analog proto 2000 locomotive to a dcc locomotive with led lights installed. Anybody have any experience with taking one of these things apart. They also began making items like model trees and grass mats under the name lifelike for the first time. Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection at. Walthers diesel locomotive ho scale model railroad.
Lifelike information and diagrams literature page 46 hoseeker. Proto 2000 problem model railroader magazine model. I went on the internet, and also checked with as well, but ho seeker only has phase i and phase ii literature. Apologies for poor sound quality, caused by ipad microphone. Nov 24, 2009 posted by paxton58 on tuesday, november 24, 2009 5. The proto 2000 bl2 is an ho scale model of the emd bl2 introduced by life like trains in 1989, the first in their series of higherquality proto 2000 products.
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. 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. Ho proto 2000 series 21740 scl seaboard coast line gp9 ph. It looks like a standard circuit board with the three wires each for the front and rear light connections. How to install dcc and leds into a proto 2000 locomotive part 1 hey guys. Hi everyone, im finally taking the dive into dcc with a sprog oneraspberry pi 3jmri set up. Wikipedia has a good article for information on that. The locomotive i use in this video is a walthers proto 2000 rs27.
Today, i was showing a customer one of the newer proto 2000 gp20 locomotives, and he was interested in adding dcc to it. Great deals on walthers diesel locomotive ho scale model railroad locomotives. This ho sized decoder designed for the lifelike proto 2000 gp7930 and sd60 locomotives in ho scale. The clear plastic piece in each end that is part of the lighting system doesnt seeem to want to come out.
Standard guide to athearn model trains ii literature page 47. I have two proto 2000 gp30 engines that are both doing the same thing. Id like to repaint it and im looking at what it will take to disassemble it for painting. Push down until the engine stalls and note the current. Last week, while trying to track down a short on my layout, i could hear the track beneath this loco buzzing so i removed the loco from the layout. Tsunami digital sound decoder diesel sound users guide.
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