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Post by jpluth1221 on Jun 6, 2014 13:03:55 GMT -8
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Post by antoniofp45 on Jun 6, 2014 15:06:16 GMT -8
Thanks for mentioning this as I wasn't aware that something like this existed. I did a search on YouTube and found a clip:
I found it very interesting and certainly innovative.  I liked the flange squeal and clickety-clacking. My only critique on the vid is that while I appreciated hearing the flat wheel spot, it also "slightly" sounded like a heavy steam locomotive chuffing rather than the typical "wump-wump-wump" sound that I'm used to hearing on prototype freight cars cruising by with flat wheel spots. But I realize that even though it's an actual recording, the sound is not going to be 1:1 due to current limitations on speaker technology. Overall, a good step in the right direction and it's a feature that adds some nice "flavor" to our hobby. I'm sure that we're going to hear the usual "Well, here's another gimmick!" from some. But I gladly say "Bring it on!" and wouldn't be surprised to see if eventually the competition comes up with their own versions. |
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Post by mlehman on Jun 6, 2014 15:18:43 GMT -8
First I've heard of it, too. Something new I guess. Lots of great sounds. Wish it had a lighting function, as that would make it more useful for cabooses, etc although they already have another product that could do that in a different form-factor that fits the Blackstone HOn3 caboose.
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Post by notabob on Jun 6, 2014 15:25:23 GMT -8
First I've heard of it, too. Something new I guess. Lots of great sounds. Wish it had a lighting function, as that would make it more useful for cabooses, etc although they already have another product that could do that in a different form-factor that fits the Blackstone HOn3 caboose. It has 4 lighting function outputs, so you should be able to use it for lighting cabooses, passenger cars, and probably the EOT as well... |
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Post by mlehman on Jun 6, 2014 15:29:55 GMT -8
I was wondering about the F outputs. I missed where it mentioned the lighting effects , so presumed they were all audio outputs?  Heck, that would work great for several projects I can think off. Kinda wish it was smaller, though, as would fit into HOn3 better. And small is always good for passenger cars where you have to hide it in the interior or underneath. |
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Post by bnsffan on Jun 6, 2014 15:36:13 GMT -8
Mike,
"For even more realism, the decoder has four Hyperlight™ equipped outputs for interior and exterior lights."
Is that what you were wishing for?
Respectfully,
BNSF Fan
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Post by mlehman on Jun 6, 2014 15:49:40 GMT -8
yep. Been a grad student way too long. My skimming skills on Friday at 5pm are declining with age.
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Post by Brakie on Jun 6, 2014 16:00:22 GMT -8
I think the flange squeal and rail joint sounds would be cool on a switching layout. -------------------------------------------- antoniofp45: Overall, a good step in the right direction and it's a feature that adds some nice "flavor" to our hobby. I'm sure that we're going to hear the usual "Well, here's another gimmick!" from some. -------------------------------------------- So you won't disappointed--yup! another gimmick.   |
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Post by bdhicks on Jun 6, 2014 17:00:00 GMT -8
One of the guys at the railroad club was talking about buying Genesis sound reefers just to pull out the decoders and put them in his Trinities, so this is good news for him, anyway. Personally I'm still not fully on-board with locomotive sound, much less sound-equipped cars.
I'm a bit surprised they don't seem to be offering livestock sounds.
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Post by Brakie on Jun 6, 2014 17:33:59 GMT -8
I'm a bit surprised they don't seem to be offering livestock sounds. Just as long as there isn't the smell.  |
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Post by stevef45 on Jun 6, 2014 19:08:01 GMT -8
This is huge for me. I could use this in my NJ Transit GP40PH-2B project. I needed something for the HEP generator and didn't know how to get my hands on one of those reefer units, this solves that and looks alot easier on the wallet too. Plus I can now have enouch functions for the 4 strobes on teh roof.
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Post by jpluth1221 on Jun 6, 2014 20:21:12 GMT -8
Im really happy these are coming out, I think some of the speakers out there would be okay but to get a better sound think about how big you could go in an excess height car! That will really help the bass. Im interested to see how the consisting actually works too!
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Post by GP40P-2 on Jun 6, 2014 20:47:06 GMT -8
We need them to take it one step further, add a horn. With the Bombardier/UTDC and other push/pull equipment out there, we need lights, horn and bell for the push mode. the assorted blowers, AC units, generators, etc found on passenger cars would be useful as well.
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Post by stevef45 on Jun 6, 2014 22:31:58 GMT -8
We need them to take it one step further, add a horn. With the Bombardier/UTDC and other push/pull equipment out there, we need lights, horn and bell for the push mode. the assorted blowers, AC units, generators, etc found on passenger cars would be useful as well. that site says it comes with horns, bells and light functions for cab cars, generators too. They specifically said its perfect for cab cars. |
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Post by Judge Doom on Jun 7, 2014 0:18:46 GMT -8
We need them to take it one step further, add a horn. With the Bombardier/UTDC and other push/pull equipment out there, we need lights, horn and bell for the push mode. the assorted blowers, AC units, generators, etc found on passenger cars would be useful as well. that site says it comes with horns, bells and light functions for cab cars, generators too. They specifically said its perfect for cab cars. Geez, some people better get the prescription for their eyeglasses checked The opportunity for stereo sound or deeper bass in the larger cars with two or more speakers could be interesting... |
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Post by onequiknova on Jun 7, 2014 6:21:15 GMT -8
Does anyone make a reliable, easy to install pick up for freight car trucks?
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Post by cannon on Jun 7, 2014 6:47:34 GMT -8
Does anyone make a reliable, easy to install pick up for freight car trucks? John I attended a Sountraxx clinic last night where this decoder was unveiled. George B had an image in his PowerPoint presentation, showing using a pair of the Kadee phosphor bronze centering springs that come with #5 couplers. You fold the two centering springs out at 90 degrees, then cut the bottom plate off near the hole, removing the rear vertical piece. Solder a wire. The remaining part is attached (glue, screw, whatever) to the top of the truck bolster (not the correct term, but I'm drawing a blank), one on each side, with the bent out springs touching the back of the wheels. I'm sure they will have an image on their web site once these are available. Dave Hussey Cannon and Company |
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Post by sd80macs on Jun 7, 2014 7:29:38 GMT -8
Pretty soon you will need 10amp boosters for every block of your layout with things like this. LOL
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2014 10:49:40 GMT -8
Pretty soon you will need 10amp boosters for every block of your layout with things like this. LOL Amen. |
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Post by lajrmdlr on Jun 7, 2014 11:29:12 GMT -8
Saw the sound cars last nite during a demo by a Soundtraxx rep. at my LHS. The caboose had a working red marker light.
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Post by valenciajim on Jun 7, 2014 13:36:02 GMT -8
Cannot find any place on line that sells them. Would like to pick-up a number of them.
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Post by jpluth1221 on Jun 7, 2014 14:50:47 GMT -8
I would imagine that power consumption on these is not as much as a normal decoder because no motor is present and that it could be equivalent to cars with incandescent bulbs and a capacitor, so maybe just 5 amps |
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Post by MONSTERRAILROAD on Jun 8, 2014 5:33:58 GMT -8
Very gimmicky for sure. Just another sound detail for us to spend money on. With that said, I like it though. The wheel squealing sound is what I like and my son would LOVE. For my son, I will buy one or two for his enjoyment as he plays on my layout. I am sold, all because of Prince Adarius.
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Post by antoniofp45 on Jun 8, 2014 8:04:15 GMT -8
Hey Al,
The wheel squeal alone is my favorite feature. I assume that they're random. Maybe I'm asking for too much, but it would be really cool if the wheel squeal sounds come on when the car takes a curve or is going through a turnout.
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Post by valenciajim on Jun 27, 2014 10:34:53 GMT -8
I just ordered three of these from Tony's. So I am looking forward to seeing them and what they can do.
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Post by valenciajim on Jul 31, 2014 11:34:51 GMT -8
Has anyone gotten one of these yet? I ordered the set of three from Tony's and I got an e-mail this morning that they were shipped today. I am looking forwaard to installing them in some freight cars and was wondering if anyone in the group had any experience with them.
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I liked the flange squeal and clickety-clacking. My only critique on the vid is that while I appreciated hearing the flat wheel spot, it also "slightly" sounded like a heavy steam locomotive chuffing rather than the typical "wump-wump-wump" sound that I'm used to hearing on prototype freight cars cruising by with flat wheel spots. But I realize that even though it's an actual recording, the sound is not going to be 1:1 due to current limitations on speaker technology. 
