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In the Clubroom => G3 => Topic started by: John Candy on Oct 24 2018 21:33

Title: What is it?
Post by: John Candy on Oct 24 2018 21:33

I was about to throw this in the bin when it did occur to me that someone may have a use for it.
It came with "odds and ends" in the box of an unmade GRS kit acquired via Ebay.
I assume it is some kind of DCC decoder but the markings mean nothing to me. I have no idea if it works but if you know what it is and have a use for it, a SAE will secure it.

(https://thumb.ibb.co/n9Zafq/oddbit.jpg) (https://ibb.co/n9Zafq)

John.
Title: Re: What is it?
Post by: Doddy on Oct 25 2018 06:56
Train Control Systems DCC Decoder

$30.95http://tcsdcc.com/1021
The T1 is a multi-purpose HO-scale decoder. This decoder may be hard-wired or plugged directly into any locomotive with a 9-pin JST plug. This decoder is also available with adapter harnesses with 8-pin NMRA plugs installed. See the "Variants" page for more options.
Note: The Green and Purple wires on this decoder are not used. The T1 is a 2-function decoder, but still uses the 9-pin JST which includes the Green and Purple wires.
Additional Note: These decoders are a popular choice for use on turntables or other applications where precise motor control is necessary. The ability to set up button-controlled BEMF allows you to automatically and accurately step your turntable. See our programming guides in the literature section for more information on Button-controlled BEMF.
   
Title: Re: What is it?
Post by: John Candy on Oct 25 2018 07:42
Thanks Doddy.

So, does anyone have a use for this H0/00 decoder?
Having just a 1.3A (12V) rating it isn't likely to be of any use in G3 applications.

John.