ALCO Diesel

The SoundTraxx 885607 is a BLU-2200 Blunami digital sound decoder with the ALCO sound set. Blunami is a Tsunami2 with a Bluetooth radio added, so it runs three ways: as a normal DCC decoder on any NMRA-compliant system, on plain DC, or in wireless mode straight from your phone or tablet. Wireless mode needs no command station and no programming track — an old DC power pack and the free Blunami app are enough, and CVs can be read and changed over Bluetooth while the locomotive is running. The app is free for iOS and Android. This version is the universal-style Blunami that fits most HO diesels, suited to HO and small S scale. Features 9 ALCO prime movers: ALCO 539 Turbo, ALCO 539 Non-Turbo, ALCO 244 Turbo, ALCO 251A i6, ALCO 251C v12, ALCO 251C v12 Super Charged, ALCO 251C v12 Century Series, ALCO 251C v16, ALCO 251C v16 Super Charged Over 40 air horns and 13 bells, plus air compressors, couplers and dynamos Bluetooth control from the free Blunami app (iOS and Android) — over 300 settings without editing a single CV by hand Dynamic Digital Exhaust (DDE) automatically matches exhaust volume and RPM to the load on the motor, and the app calibrates it for you Three braking types: independent, train and dynamic braking Hyperdrive2 motor control for smooth, creep-speed switching Over 20 Hyperlight lighting effects across 6 function outputs 16 polyphonic sound channels on a 32-bit processor, with a 7-band equalizer and adjustable reverb CurrentKeeper ready — works with the SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper More Information Item Number: SoundTraxx 885607 Model: BLU-2200 Blunami Sound Set: ALCO Diesel Scale: HO and small S scale Decoder Size: 35 x 18 x 6mm Connection: NMRA 9-pin JST harness to hardwire Max. Motor Stall Current: 2A Function Outputs: 6 Audio Amplifier: 2 Watt, 8-Ohm Load DCC Track Voltage: 7V – 22V Sound Channels: 16 polyphonic Processor: 32-bit, 28 functions Control Modes: DC, DCC and Bluetooth wireless Shop the full SoundTraxx range, compare every DCC decoder we stock, or see the other ALCO sound profile decoders. A speaker is not included — browse DCC speakers rated 2 watt or better, and find install parts in DCC wiring. Add a SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper to keep sound alive over dirty track and turnouts. FAQ Do I need a DCC system to use this?No. That is the point of Blunami. It runs on a plain DC power pack with no command station at all — you control it from the free Blunami app over Bluetooth. It is also a fully NMRA-compliant DCC decoder if you already run DCC. Does the app work on Android?Yes. The free Blunami app is published for both iOS and Android. (Some older listings and dealer pages still say iOS only — that is out of date.) Is a speaker included?No. Pair it with an 8-ohm speaker rated 2 watt or better that fits your shell. Which prime movers do I get?All 9 listed above, selectable in the app or via CV 123. You are not locked to one engine sound — pick whichever matches your prototype. Will it fit my locomotive?This one measures 35 x 18 x 6mm and connects by nmra 9-pin jst harness to hardwire. Check the space in your shell against that footprint before ordering — other Blunami versions use different connectors and sizes.

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The SoundTraxx 885019 is a TSU-4400 Tsunami2 digital sound decoder with the ALCO sound set. Tsunami2 combines a 16-bit sound system, Hyperdrive2 motor control, Hyperlight lighting effects and a full NMRA-compliant DCC decoder on one board, driven by a 32-bit processor with 16 polyphonic sound channels. This version is the big-scale decoder: a 4-amp motor rating and screw terminals instead of solder joints, rated 4A and suited to some S, O and Large Scale locomotives. Dynamic Digital Exhaust reads the load on the motor and notches the engine up and down on its own, so the locomotive sounds like it is working for its train. Features 9 ALCO prime movers: ALCO 539 Turbo, ALCO 539 Non-Turbo, ALCO 244 Turbo, ALCO 251A i6, ALCO 251C v12, ALCO 251C v12 Super Charged, ALCO 251C v12 Century Series, ALCO 251C v16, ALCO 251C v16 Super Charged Over 40 air horns and 13 bells, plus air compressors, couplers and dynamos Dynamic Digital Exhaust (DDE) matches exhaust volume and RPM to the load on the motor automatically Three braking types: independent, train and dynamic braking Hyperdrive2 motor control for smooth, creep-speed switching Over 20 Hyperlight lighting effects across 6 function outputs 16 polyphonic sound channels on a 32-bit processor, with a 7-band equalizer and adjustable reverb CurrentKeeper ready — works with the SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper More Information Item Number: SoundTraxx 885019 Model: TSU-4400 Tsunami2 Sound Set: ALCO Diesel Scale: some S, O and Large Scale locomotives Decoder Size: 69 x 30.5 x 14mm Connection: Universal-style with screw terminal blocks (no soldering) Max. Motor Stall Current: 4A Function Outputs: 6 Audio Amplifier: 3 Watt, 8-Ohm Load DCC Track Voltage: 7V – 27V Sound Channels: 16 polyphonic Processor: 32-bit, 28 functions Shop the full SoundTraxx range, compare every DCC decoder we stock, or see the other ALCO sound profile decoders. A speaker is not included — browse DCC speakers rated 3 watt or better, and find install parts in DCC wiring. Add a SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper to keep sound alive over dirty track and turnouts. FAQ Will this fit my locomotive?It measures 69 x 30.5 x 14mm and connects by universal-style with screw terminal blocks (no soldering). Check that against the space in your shell before ordering — other Tsunami2 versions use different connectors and sizes. Is a speaker included?No. Pair it with an 8-ohm speaker rated 3 watt or better that fits your shell. Which prime movers do I get?All 9 listed above, selectable via CV 123. You are not locked to one engine sound — pick whichever matches your prototype. Does it run on DC?Yes. Tsunami2 runs on a standard DC power pack as well as DCC, though sound and lighting options are limited on DC. Full function control needs a DCC system.

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The SoundTraxx 885615 is a BLU-PNP8 Blunami digital sound decoder with the ALCO sound set. Blunami is a Tsunami2 with a Bluetooth radio added, so it runs three ways: as a normal DCC decoder on any NMRA-compliant system, on plain DC, or in wireless mode straight from your phone or tablet. Wireless mode needs no command station and no programming track — an old DC power pack and the free Blunami app are enough, and CVs can be read and changed over Bluetooth while the locomotive is running. The app is free for iOS and Android. This version is a drop-in replacement for the factory AT-style board in many HO diesels, suited to HO to S scale. Features 9 ALCO prime movers: ALCO 539 Turbo, ALCO 539 Non-Turbo, ALCO 244 Turbo, ALCO 251A i6, ALCO 251C v12, ALCO 251C v12 Super Charged, ALCO 251C v12 Century Series, ALCO 251C v16, ALCO 251C v16 Super Charged Over 40 air horns and 13 bells, plus air compressors, couplers and dynamos Bluetooth control from the free Blunami app (iOS and Android) — over 300 settings without editing a single CV by hand Dynamic Digital Exhaust (DDE) automatically matches exhaust volume and RPM to the load on the motor, and the app calibrates it for you Three braking types: independent, train and dynamic braking Hyperdrive2 motor control for smooth, creep-speed switching Over 20 Hyperlight lighting effects across 8 function outputs 16 polyphonic sound channels on a 32-bit processor, with a 7-band equalizer and adjustable reverb CurrentKeeper ready — works with the SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper More Information Item Number: SoundTraxx 885615 Model: BLU-PNP8 Blunami Sound Set: ALCO Diesel Scale: HO to S scale Decoder Size: 74 x 17 x 5mm Connection: Drop-in AT-style board replacement Max. Motor Stall Current: 2A Function Outputs: 8 Audio Amplifier: 2 Watt, 8-Ohm Load DCC Track Voltage: 7V – 22V Sound Channels: 16 polyphonic Processor: 32-bit, 28 functions Control Modes: DC, DCC and Bluetooth wireless Shop the full SoundTraxx range, compare every DCC decoder we stock, or see the other ALCO sound profile decoders. A speaker is not included — browse DCC speakers rated 2 watt or better, and find install parts in DCC wiring. Add a SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper to keep sound alive over dirty track and turnouts. FAQ Do I need a DCC system to use this?No. That is the point of Blunami. It runs on a plain DC power pack with no command station at all — you control it from the free Blunami app over Bluetooth. It is also a fully NMRA-compliant DCC decoder if you already run DCC. Does the app work on Android?Yes. The free Blunami app is published for both iOS and Android. (Some older listings and dealer pages still say iOS only — that is out of date.) Is a speaker included?No. Pair it with an 8-ohm speaker rated 2 watt or better that fits your shell. Which prime movers do I get?All 9 listed above, selectable in the app or via CV 123. You are not locked to one engine sound — pick whichever matches your prototype. Will it fit my locomotive?This one measures 74 x 17 x 5mm and connects by drop-in at-style board replacement. Check the space in your shell against that footprint before ordering — other Blunami versions use different connectors and sizes.

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The SoundTraxx 885611 is a BLU-21PNEM8 Blunami digital sound decoder with the ALCO sound set. Blunami is a Tsunami2 with a Bluetooth radio added, so it runs three ways: as a normal DCC decoder on any NMRA-compliant system, on plain DC, or in wireless mode straight from your phone or tablet. Wireless mode needs no command station and no programming track — an old DC power pack and the free Blunami app are enough, and CVs can be read and changed over Bluetooth while the locomotive is running. The app is free for iOS and Android. This version is the 21-pin MTC plug-in Blunami, suited to HO scale and larger. Features 9 ALCO prime movers: ALCO 539 Turbo, ALCO 539 Non-Turbo, ALCO 244 Turbo, ALCO 251A i6, ALCO 251C v12, ALCO 251C v12 Super Charged, ALCO 251C v12 Century Series, ALCO 251C v16, ALCO 251C v16 Super Charged Over 40 air horns and 13 bells, plus air compressors, couplers and dynamos Bluetooth control from the free Blunami app (iOS and Android) — over 300 settings without editing a single CV by hand Dynamic Digital Exhaust (DDE) automatically matches exhaust volume and RPM to the load on the motor, and the app calibrates it for you Three braking types: independent, train and dynamic braking Hyperdrive2 motor control for smooth, creep-speed switching Over 20 Hyperlight lighting effects across 8 function outputs 16 polyphonic sound channels on a 32-bit processor, with a 7-band equalizer and adjustable reverb CurrentKeeper ready — works with the SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper More Information Item Number: SoundTraxx 885611 Model: BLU-21PNEM8 Blunami Sound Set: ALCO Diesel Scale: HO scale and larger Decoder Size: 30.5 x 15.5 x 6.5mm Connection: NEM660 21MTC integral connector Max. Motor Stall Current: 1A Function Outputs: 8 Audio Amplifier: 2 Watt, 8-Ohm Load Sound Channels: 16 polyphonic Processor: 32-bit, 28 functions Control Modes: DC, DCC and Bluetooth wireless Shop the full SoundTraxx range, compare every DCC decoder we stock, or see the other ALCO sound profile decoders. A speaker is not included — browse DCC speakers rated 2 watt or better, and find install parts in DCC wiring. Add a SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper to keep sound alive over dirty track and turnouts. FAQ Do I need a DCC system to use this?No. That is the point of Blunami. It runs on a plain DC power pack with no command station at all — you control it from the free Blunami app over Bluetooth. It is also a fully NMRA-compliant DCC decoder if you already run DCC. Does the app work on Android?Yes. The free Blunami app is published for both iOS and Android. (Some older listings and dealer pages still say iOS only — that is out of date.) Is a speaker included?No. Pair it with an 8-ohm speaker rated 2 watt or better that fits your shell. Which prime movers do I get?All 9 listed above, selectable in the app or via CV 123. You are not locked to one engine sound — pick whichever matches your prototype. Will it fit my locomotive?This one measures 30.5 x 15.5 x 6.5mm and connects by nem660 21mtc integral connector. Check the space in your shell against that footprint before ordering — other Blunami versions use different connectors and sizes.

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The SoundTraxx 885003 is a TSU-1100 Tsunami2 digital sound decoder with the ALCO sound set. Tsunami2 combines a 16-bit sound system, Hyperdrive2 motor control, Hyperlight lighting effects and a full NMRA-compliant DCC decoder on one board, driven by a 32-bit processor with 16 polyphonic sound channels. This version is a compact universal-style decoder for tight installs, rated 1A and suited to small models with minimal space. Dynamic Digital Exhaust reads the load on the motor and notches the engine up and down on its own, so the locomotive sounds like it is working for its train. Features 9 ALCO prime movers: ALCO 539 Turbo, ALCO 539 Non-Turbo, ALCO 244 Turbo, ALCO 251A i6, ALCO 251C v12, ALCO 251C v12 Super Charged, ALCO 251C v12 Century Series, ALCO 251C v16, ALCO 251C v16 Super Charged Over 40 air horns and 13 bells, plus air compressors, couplers and dynamos Dynamic Digital Exhaust (DDE) matches exhaust volume and RPM to the load on the motor automatically Three braking types: independent, train and dynamic braking Hyperdrive2 motor control for smooth, creep-speed switching Over 20 Hyperlight lighting effects across 4 function outputs 16 polyphonic sound channels on a 32-bit processor, with a 7-band equalizer and adjustable reverb CurrentKeeper ready — works with the SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper More Information Item Number: SoundTraxx 885003 Model: TSU-1100 Tsunami2 Sound Set: ALCO Diesel Scale: small models with minimal space Decoder Size: 27 x 10.5 x 5mm Connection: Universal-style hardwire Max. Motor Stall Current: 1A Function Outputs: 4 Audio Amplifier: 1 Watt, 8-Ohm Load DCC Track Voltage: 7V – 22V Sound Channels: 16 polyphonic Processor: 32-bit, 28 functions Shop the full SoundTraxx range, compare every DCC decoder we stock, or see the other ALCO sound profile decoders. A speaker is not included — browse DCC speakers rated 1 watt or better, and find install parts in DCC wiring. Add a SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper to keep sound alive over dirty track and turnouts. FAQ Will this fit my locomotive?It measures 27 x 10.5 x 5mm and connects by universal-style hardwire. Check that against the space in your shell before ordering — other Tsunami2 versions use different connectors and sizes. Is a speaker included?No. Pair it with an 8-ohm speaker rated 1 watt or better that fits your shell. Which prime movers do I get?All 9 listed above, selectable via CV 123. You are not locked to one engine sound — pick whichever matches your prototype. Does it run on DC?Yes. Tsunami2 runs on a standard DC power pack as well as DCC, though sound and lighting options are limited on DC. Full function control needs a DCC system.

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The SoundTraxx 885028 is a TSU-N18 Tsunami2 digital sound decoder with the ALCO sound set. Tsunami2 combines a 16-bit sound system, Hyperdrive2 motor control, Hyperlight lighting effects and a full NMRA-compliant DCC decoder on one board, driven by a 32-bit processor with 16 polyphonic sound channels. This version is the Next18 decoder for N and small HO models, rated 1A and suited to N and small HO models with a Next18 socket. Dynamic Digital Exhaust reads the load on the motor and notches the engine up and down on its own, so the locomotive sounds like it is working for its train. Features 9 ALCO prime movers: ALCO 539 Turbo, ALCO 539 Non-Turbo, ALCO 244 Turbo, ALCO 251A i6, ALCO 251C v12, ALCO 251C v12 Super Charged, ALCO 251C v12 Century Series, ALCO 251C v16, ALCO 251C v16 Super Charged Over 40 air horns and 13 bells, plus air compressors, couplers and dynamos Dynamic Digital Exhaust (DDE) matches exhaust volume and RPM to the load on the motor automatically Three braking types: independent, train and dynamic braking Hyperdrive2 motor control for smooth, creep-speed switching Over 20 Hyperlight lighting effects across 6 function outputs 16 polyphonic sound channels on a 32-bit processor, with a 7-band equalizer and adjustable reverb CurrentKeeper ready — works with the SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper More Information Item Number: SoundTraxx 885028 Model: TSU-N18 Tsunami2 Sound Set: ALCO Diesel Scale: N and small HO models with a Next18 socket Decoder Size: 25 x 9.5 x 4.1mm Connection: Next18 (N18) socket Max. Motor Stall Current: 1A Function Outputs: 6 Audio Amplifier: 1 Watt, 8-Ohm Load DCC Track Voltage: 7V – 22V Sound Channels: 16 polyphonic Processor: 32-bit, 28 functions Shop the full SoundTraxx range, compare every DCC decoder we stock, or see the other ALCO sound profile decoders. A speaker is not included — browse DCC speakers rated 1 watt or better, and find install parts in DCC wiring. Add a SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper to keep sound alive over dirty track and turnouts. FAQ Will this fit my locomotive?It measures 25 x 9.5 x 4.1mm and connects by next18 (n18) socket. Check that against the space in your shell before ordering — other Tsunami2 versions use different connectors and sizes. Is a speaker included?No. Pair it with an 8-ohm speaker rated 1 watt or better that fits your shell. Which prime movers do I get?All 9 listed above, selectable via CV 123. You are not locked to one engine sound — pick whichever matches your prototype. Does it run on DC?Yes. Tsunami2 runs on a standard DC power pack as well as DCC, though sound and lighting options are limited on DC. Full function control needs a DCC system.

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The Digitrax DO487 is the heavy hauler of the mobile decoder range: four amps continuous and five amps peak, wired rather than plugged, for the large-scale and O scale locomotives that will cook an ordinary HO decoder. Eight FX3 function outputs at 300mA give you the lighting capacity to match, and because it is a wired decoder it goes into anything you can solder to. Building a DCC fleet? Browse our DCC Decoders, DCC Speakers, and DCC Accessories. Features 4.0 amps continuous, 5.0 amps peak - built for large-scale and O scale mechanisms, dual-motor drives and older high-draw motors. 8 FX3 function outputs at 300mA for headlights, marker lights, cab lighting, smoke units and other accessories. Wired installation - no socket required, so it suits scratch installs, brass models and repowered older locomotives. Suits HO, S, O and G scale where the current draw justifies it. Standard NMRA DCC - runs and programs on any DCC system, not just Digitrax. More Information Brand Digitrax Item Number DO487 Product Type DCC Mobile Decoder (High Capacity) Scale HO, S, O, G Motor Current 4.0 A continuous / 5.0 A peak Function Outputs 8 x FX3, 300 mA Connection Wired - no plug fitted Sound No - motor and function decoder only Condition New FAQ Do I actually need a 4 amp decoder?Only if the locomotive draws it. Measure stall current on DC before deciding - a typical single-motor HO diesel pulls well under an amp and is fine on a 1 amp decoder. Reach for the DO487 when you have a large-scale mechanism, twin motors, or an older open-frame motor. Will it fit in the locomotive?It is a physically larger board than an HO decoder, which is rarely a problem in O or G scale. In HO it is worth measuring the available space in the shell or tender before ordering. Does it have sound?No. The DO487 is a motor and function decoder. Pair it with a separate sound decoder, or choose a high-current sound decoder instead, if you want audio. How do I wire it in?Track pickups to the red and black leads, motor to orange and grey, and function outputs to your lighting. Isolate the motor completely from the frame before you connect anything - a motor still grounded to the chassis is the most common way to destroy a decoder.

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The Digitrax DH127PS is the short-harness version of the Series 7 HO decoder: the same 9-pin decoder wired to an 8-pin NMRA medium plug on roughly 1.2 inches of wire. That short lead is the whole point. In a tight shell where the socket sits exactly where the decoder needs to live, the longer harness just becomes wire you have to hide. Building a DCC fleet? Browse our DCC Decoders, DCC Speakers, and DCC Accessories. Features 8-pin NMRA medium plug on a short 1.2 in. harness - built for tight installs where there is nowhere to stuff excess wire. 1.0 amp continuous, 2.0 amps peak - ample for single-motor HO diesels and steam. 2 FX7 function outputs at 200mA for directional headlights plus effects such as Mars light, ditch lights, rotary beacon and flicker. Series 7 platform with back-EMF speed stabilisation, so slow switching moves stay smooth and controlled. Plug-and-play on any DCC-ready HO locomotive with an 8-pin socket - no soldering. More Information Brand Digitrax Item Number DH127PS Product Type DCC Mobile Decoder Scale HO Motor Current 1.0 A continuous / 2.0 A peak Function Outputs 2 x FX7, 200 mA Connection 9-pin socket with PS-harness, 8-pin medium plug Harness Length Approx. 1.2 in. Series Digitrax Series 7 Sound No - motor and function decoder only Condition New FAQ DH127PS or DH127P - which one do I want?Same decoder, different harness length. The PS has about 1.2 in. of wire for cramped installs; the P has about 3.2 in., which routes more easily in a roomy diesel hood. If you are unsure, the longer one is more forgiving - you can always coil the slack. Will it fit my locomotive?If the loco is DCC-ready with an 8-pin NMRA socket, yes. Remove the dummy plug, keep it somewhere safe in case you ever sell the loco as DC, and seat the decoder plug with pin 1 to the marked corner. Does it have sound?No. This is a motor and function decoder. For sound in HO, look at a Digitrax SDXH series decoder or a SoundTraxx unit, plus a speaker. Do I need a Digitrax command station?No. It is a standard NMRA DCC decoder and will run and program on any DCC system.

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The Digitrax SDXN167n18 is an N scale sound decoder on the Next18 plug, so in a Next18-equipped locomotive the install is a single connector and nothing else. It carries SoundFX v3 with eight CV-selectable steam and diesel sound schemes on board, which means one decoder covers a lot of different models, and new .spjs sound files can be loaded later with a Digitrax USB programmer. Building a DCC fleet? Browse our DCC Decoders, DCC Speakers, and DCC Accessories. Features Next18 plug-in connector - no soldering, no harness. Fits the Atlas N FA-1 and other Next18-equipped N scale locomotives. 8 CV-selectable sound schemes included, steam and diesel, so you can match the decoder to the prototype without reloading anything. SoundFX v3 with reloadable .spjs sound files via a Digitrax USB programmer if you want something specific later. 6 FX3 function outputs for headlights and lighting effects alongside the sound functions. Motor drive rated to the Next18 connector capacity - sized for N scale mechanisms. More Information Brand Digitrax Item Number SDXN167n18 Product Type DCC Sound and Motor Decoder Scale N Connection Next18 plug-in connector Function Outputs 6 x FX3 Sound Yes - SoundFX v3, 8 selectable schemes Speaker Included No - speaker sold separately Motor Drive To Next18 connector capacity Series Digitrax Series 7 Condition New FAQ Does my locomotive have a Next18 socket?Pull the shell and look for a small 18-pin connector, much smaller than a 21MTC and finer-pitched than an 8-pin socket. Manufacturers usually advertise it as "Next18 ready". The Atlas N FA-1 is one common example. Is a speaker included?No. Pick a speaker that fits your shell and matches the decoder impedance - in N scale that usually means a 13mm round or a small oval. Fitting it in a sealed baffle makes a large difference to the result. What do the eight sound schemes cover?A mix of steam and diesel prime movers, selectable by CV, so one decoder can serve several different models in your fleet without reloading sound. Can I load a different sound file?Yes. New .spjs files can be written to the decoder with a Digitrax USB programmer such as the PR4. Running the decoder needs no Digitrax hardware at all - any NMRA DCC system will do.

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