TCS - Train Control Systems
TCS 1525 WOWSound DCC Sound Decoder - WOW121-Steam - NEM660 21MTC Integral Connector
- UPC:
- 879508004793
- MPN:
- 1525
- Condition:
- New
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Description
TCS WOWSound DCC Sound Decoder - WOW121-Steam
The WOW121 is a universal sound decoder for locomotives with DCC-ready 21-pin MTC connectors, and can also be used with any of TCS' motherboards. The WOW121 requires a motherboard to interface with the locomotive. The motherboard will determine the support for the number of lighting functions as well as the type supported (LED or 12V/1.5V bulbs). A WOW121 decoder will support up to 8 lighting functions.
The WOW121 is a universal sound decoder for locomotives with DCC-ready 21-pin MTC connectors, and can also be used with any of TCS' motherboards. The WOW121 requires a motherboard to interface with the locomotive. The motherboard will determine the support for the number of lighting functions as well as the type supported (LED or 12V/1.5V bulbs). A WOW121 decoder will support up to 8 lighting functions.
Note: Function 5 and 6 are not programmable, and will only output constant bright lights. Take this into account when wiring multiple lighting functions.
For a complete list of available sounds, check out the "Sounds List" under the "Documents" tab.
- CD-Quality Sound: TCS' world-renowned CD-quality sound. 16 Bits of resolution at 44.1kHz sample rate.
- 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.
- Variable Momentum: Allows you to make custom acceleration and deceleration curves.
- 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.
- CAM: Use a positive voltage trigger to synchronize your chuff rate to your drivers' rotation.
- Audio Assist®: TCS exclusive auditory feedback programming system. Program your decoder without the need to memorize CV's!
- User-Loadable Speed Tables: Configure custom speed curves and set speed limits.
- Throttle Modes: Choose from multiple throttle modes to meet your operating needs.
- True Scale Sound: A unique WOWSound feature which uses TCS’ exclusive auto-adjusting BEMF technology to automatically change the intensity of the chuff. Prototype Mode also offers dynamic sound volumes which accurately model the real-life equivalent. Also includes pre-programmed acceleration and deceleration values.
- Rotate Horn/Whistle/Bell Use a single button to rotate through all of the available Horns, Bells, and Whistles on the decoder and select your favorites!
- Chuffinity By combining a massive library of chuff sounds with a state of the art algorithm, Chuffinity produces a beautiful chorus of chuff sounds without ever producing a looping or predictable pattern. Beautiful, clear, and complex chuffs that never repeat will take you trackside to the days of steam glory!
Specs
- Interface Type: Direct-Plug (21-Pin MTC)
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 1.28” x .69” x .22” or 32.5mm x 17.5mm x 5.6mm
- Scale: HO Scale
- Continuous/Peak: 1.3/2.0 Amp
- Total Functions: 8
- Function Rating: 100 mA
- 12V Outputs 8
Speaker Selection
- This decoder is optimized for 8 Ω speakers (not included).
- This decoder uses and audio amplifier capable of supplying up to 2 Watts of power to an 8 Ohm load at maximum volume. An 8 Ohm speaker with a 1 Watt minimum power rating is recommended for use with this decoder as it comes out of the package. If you are using an 8 Ohm speaker with a power rating of 2 Watts or less, you must reduce your master volume to prevent speaker failure or amplifier stress.
- The amplifier(s) on a WOWSound product can support speakers with impedance ratings as low as 4 Ohms. A reduction in impedance will require a higher power dissipation rating (more Watts) on said speaker. The minimum power requirement for a 4 Ohm speaker is 4 Watts. If you are using a 4 Ohm speaker with a power rating of 4 Watts or less, you must reduce your master volume to prevent speaker failure or amplifier stress.
- Speaker enclosures greatly increase speaker performance in most cases - improving the apparent volume by more efficiently directing the flow of air and reducing or eliminating destructive interference.
Decoder Specifications:
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Size: 1.28" x .69" x .22" (32.5mm x 17.5mm x 5.6mm)
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Connection: Integral 21-MTC connector
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Motor Rating: 1.0 Amp Continuous, 2.0 Amp Peak
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Functions: (6) 100mA outputs (400mA Total)
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BEMF: Yes
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Protocol: NMRA DCC Compliant
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Additional Features:
Additional Resources
MANUFACTURERS WEBSITE: |
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SOUND CONFIGURATION & SOUND FILE RESOURCES: |
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FIRMWARE & SOFTWARE RESOURCES: |
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PRODUCT MANUALS & TECHNICAL DOCUMENT RESOURCES: |
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MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY & REPAIRS: |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - DCC TIPS: |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (1): |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (2): |
Additional Information
PRODUCT CLASS : |
Standard (HO-S-O*) |
DECODER TYPE: |
Motor + Sound + Function |
DECODER INTERFACE (PRIMARY): |
NEM660 - 21MTC |
DECODER INTERFACE (SECONDARY): |
NA |
SIZE-INCH (L x W x H): |
1.28 x 0.69 x 0.22 in |
SIZE-METRIC (L x W x H): |
32.5 x 17.5 x 5.6 mm |
MOTOR CURRENT (CONTINUOUS): |
1.3A |
MOTOR CURRENT (PEAK): |
2A |
FUNCTION CURRENT (MAX): |
100mA each |
NORMAL OUTPUT FUNCTIONS: |
8 |
LOGIC-LEVEL FUNCTIONS: |
0 |
SERVO OUTPUT FUNCTIONS: |
0 |
FUNCTION INPUTS: |
1 |
KEEP-ALIVE INTERFACE: |
On interface connector |
KA INPUT VOLTAGE (MAX): |
NA |
KA TOTAL CAPACITANCE: |
NA |
SPEAKER INTERFACE: |
On interface connector |
SOUND CHANNELS: |
7 |
SOUND PROCESSOR: |
16-bit |
SAMPLE RATE: |
44.1 kHz |
SOUND MEMORY: |
Preloaded |
AMP POWER (MAX): |
2W |
AMP IMPEDANCE: |
8 Ohms |
CV PROGRAMMING: |
Service Mode + P.O.M. |
FIRMWARE UPDATE: |
Yes - Factory Only |
SOUND FILE UPDATE: |
Optional CV Configurations by Model |
PROTOCOL: |
NMRA DCC |
BI-DIRECTIONAL COMMUNICATION: |
RailCom |
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: |
NA |
NOTES (1): |
NA |
NOTES (2): |
NA |