SoundTraxx SoundCar Users Guide - Manual (Page 24)

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length of time in seconds that an effect will remain active after the horn/
whistle function key is released. CV 60 can be programmed with a value from
0 to 15, indicating the minimum and maximum number of seconds that the
effect will remain active.
Example 1: FRED (Flashing Rear‑End Device)
In this example, we will configure the FRED lighting effect as a backup light to
simulate the lighting mounted at the end of a freight train without a caboose.
We will also assume the use of LED bulbs and enable LED Compensation
Mode.
1. In Table E, locate the two values associated with the FRED effect
under the column labeled, “Crossing Logic OFF.” We will use the
Phase A value, 11, because the FRED effect is not designed to be
an alternating light.
2. Enable LED Compensation Mode by adding 128 to 11: 128 + 11 =
139.
3. Program CV 50 (Backup Light Effect Select) with a value of 139 to
configure the FRED effect as a backup light with LED Compensation
Mode enabled. The FRED effect will turn on when the F0 function
key (default) is pressed and the train direction changes from forward
to reverse.
Example 2: Alternating Single‑Flash Strobe Lights
In this example, we will assume use of incandescent and configure the FX5
and FX6 outputs as alternating strobe lights like those that can be found on a
cab car.
1. In Table E, locate the value associated with the single‑flash strobe
effect under the column labeled, “Crossing Logic OFF.” For the first
of the alternating lights (FX5), we will use the Phase A value, which
is 5. To get our alternating effect, a second light (FX6) must be
programmed with the Phase B value, which is 21.
2. Program CV 51 (FX5 Effect Select) with a value of 5 and CV 52 (FX6
Effect Select) with a value of 21.
Example 3: Alternating Ditch Lights with Grade Crossing Logic
In this example, we will assume use of incandescent bulbs and configure the
FX5 and FX6 outputs as Type I ditch lights that flash when the horn is blown.
1. In Table E, locate the value associated with the Type I ditch light
effect under the column labeled “Crossing Logic ON.” The value for
Phase A is 41 and the value for phase B is 57.
2. To get the light to flash alternately, set CV 51 (FX5 Effect Select) to
41 and CV 52 (FX6 Effect Select) to 57.
3. Finally, set the grade crossing hold time to 5 seconds by
programming CV 60 (Crossing Hold Time) with a value of 5. Initially,
when F5 and F6 are turned on, the FX5 and FX6 lights should both
be steady “on.” When the airhorn is sounded, however, the two
lights will flash alternately. The lights will revert to a steady “on” state
approximately 5 seconds after the airhorn is turned off.
Basic Programming