DCC Sound All variants of DCC sound files Wed, 20 May 2026 04:31:06 +0000 Wed, 20 May 2026 04:31:06 +0000 Platform1mrc.com http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?forums/dcc-sound/ ZIMO Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:26:16 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/zimo.7098/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/zimo.7098/ invalid@example.com (Tony Hubbard) Tony Hubbard I lost all sound functions on my O gauge Heljan 56 causing me to do a factory re-set ( CV8 - 8 )
Now I have no cab lights and the fans make my 56 think it is a helicopter!.
The 56 was bought new this year along with a chip and stored in a wooden box which I keep indoors.
I knew things weren`t right, when pressing function button 1 the lights went out and no sound. The loco operated .
I am waiting on Yoochoos to reveal the solution.

Tony.]]> 2 Hornby a1/a3 sound decoder Sun, 11 Dec 2022 19:48:32 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/hornby-a1-a3-sound-decoder.6219/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/hornby-a1-a3-sound-decoder.6219/ invalid@example.com (Andy_Sollis) Andy_Sollis It has been working fine till had to do some cleaning work on the loco and then needed to re-attach the speaker.

on testing, we have now found the loco will
Only go on one direction.. litterally. If you have the sound on it just stops at that very moment the loco should move off. Go the other way and it works fine. This is irrespective of the plug orientation and the CV used to swap forward and reverse. ie it will go one...

Hornby a1/a3 sound decoder]]> 2 Bachmann's new Class 37 (Refurbished) and the PLUX22 decoder. Sun, 28 Aug 2022 12:42:49 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/bachmanns-new-class-37-refurbished-and-the-plux22-decoder.6123/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/bachmanns-new-class-37-refurbished-and-the-plux22-decoder.6123/ invalid@example.com (Keith M) Keith M
Bachmann's new Class 37 (Refurbished) and the PLUX22 decoder.]]> 6 SoundTraxx BluNami : Sound Decoders without a DCC system Sat, 13 Aug 2022 08:34:19 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/soundtraxx-blunami-sound-decoders-without-a-dcc-system.6109/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/soundtraxx-blunami-sound-decoders-without-a-dcc-system.6109/ invalid@example.com (Gary) Gary
Well, you can do it now if you have a mobile phone thanks to SoundTraxx !
You can even change the CV settings and play around with the features too, all from your phone !

Check out these video from SoundTraxx explaining their new BluNami decoders





and one from Blue Rail Trains



Cheers, Gary.]]> 5 Iowa Scaled Engineering Motion Detected Flange Squeal Modules Sat, 13 Aug 2022 08:08:33 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/iowa-scaled-engineering-motion-detected-flange-squeal-modules.6110/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/iowa-scaled-engineering-motion-detected-flange-squeal-modules.6110/ invalid@example.com (Gary) Gary
The system comes with the sound module, integrated speaker enclosure/driver and two sensors, maybe three. Enough for one continuous curve.

How does it work ?

As a train passes over the first detector, it will detect the motion and the flange squeal will come on progressively and fade out when the last detector has been passed. If your train...

Iowa Scaled Engineering Motion Detected Flange Squeal Modules]]> DJH Skinhead Thu, 11 Jun 2020 09:37:07 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/djh-skinhead.4953/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/djh-skinhead.4953/ invalid@example.com (Kimbo) Kimbo

This is a beast of a loco, very heavy.


Paul purchased the kit and commissioned Richard Pogson to build, paint and detail the loco.
I believe this is a DJH kit using...

DJH Skinhead]]> 7 DCC sound install on a Brass Sancheng 4F Sun, 17 May 2020 15:15:47 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/dcc-sound-install-on-a-brass-sancheng-4f.3047/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/dcc-sound-install-on-a-brass-sancheng-4f.3047/ invalid@example.com (Kimbo) Kimbo

I'm using my normal choice of decoder, Zimo MX645R with a large stay-alive



First job is to remove the small brass screw on the draw bar linking the tender to the loco
Then...

DCC sound install on a Brass Sancheng 4F]]> 12 YouChoos sugar cube speaker(s) Sun, 26 Jan 2020 03:35:16 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/youchoos-sugar-cube-speaker-s.4606/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/youchoos-sugar-cube-speaker-s.4606/ invalid@example.com (Andy_Sollis) Andy_Sollis
I’ve had a Hornby 08 since it came out new (the more recent super detail, not the one with the inside frame that could outrun a flying Scotsman!) and a few years back acquired second hand a sound decoder and speaker.

It was never very loud despite drilling some discrete holes in the radiator vents on the sides.

so, after a service I decided it was time to review this and see what could be done. One thing I’ve found whilst viewing the inter...

YouChoos sugar cube speaker(s)]]> 19 Changing speakers-Iphone. Wed, 01 Jan 2020 14:54:21 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/changing-speakers-iphone.4563/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/changing-speakers-iphone.4563/ invalid@example.com (Andy_Sollis) Andy_Sollis
so, on advice from a friend, I’ve stumped up £4.99 for an iPhone speaker which I hear are the new thing to use. It arrived this morning, but alas, I was at work at 12pm and the loco is at my Dads, so hope to collect it soon and make a swap.

I’ll report back on any findings. I could probably have gone for a bigger speaker, (plenty of space...

Changing speakers-Iphone.]]> 13 Swapping TTS fitted non powered HST power cars between sets Fri, 06 Dec 2019 15:20:26 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/swapping-tts-fitted-non-powered-hst-power-cars-between-sets.4523/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/swapping-tts-fitted-non-powered-hst-power-cars-between-sets.4523/ invalid@example.com (Tallpaul70) Tallpaul70 Sorry if this question has already been discussed, but I couldn't find it!

I have several of the latest version of the Hornby HSTs fitted with TTS chip pairs.

How do I set up on my NCE controller to run the powered class 43 from one set with the unpowered class 43 from another. These are set up as different code numbers, but only one will be responding to power commands, the other just to sound and light commands.
Do I set them up as a consist?

Many thanks
Paul]]> 1 Which Hornby Locos have 21 pin DCC Sockets fitted? Fri, 08 Nov 2019 10:03:36 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/which-hornby-locos-have-21-pin-dcc-sockets-fitted.4469/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/which-hornby-locos-have-21-pin-dcc-sockets-fitted.4469/ invalid@example.com (Tallpaul70) Tallpaul70
Sorry to post yet another thread on DCC Sound:-

Is there anywhere / does anyone have a list of which Hornby Locos have 21 pin sockets fitted?
I know the catalogues tell you, but it is a bit of a task (even if you have all of the last 10 years catalogues) to go through them all!

Does "DCC ready" on a Hornby box mean an 8 pin socket?

Many thanks
Paul]]> 11 Looking for secondhand Sound Chips Wed, 02 Oct 2019 12:59:40 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/looking-for-secondhand-sound-chips.4399/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/looking-for-secondhand-sound-chips.4399/ invalid@example.com (Tallpaul70) Tallpaul70
Am looking for secondhand sound chips to fit in my backup fleet of 00 locos.

These are used mainly as substitutes for locos needing attention or to power specials such as excursions, football specials etc. so do not really warrant (and I cannot afford) c£100 chips!

I am interested in anything going although LokSound 3,5, TTS and older Zimo are ones I have experience of.

Fleet is c1962 and c1992, mainly GW, LMR and SR steam and diesel.

Please PM me with the details of what you...

Looking for secondhand Sound Chips]]> Has anyone put Hornby TTS in an 00 class 68 or class 70? Wed, 25 Sep 2019 15:04:45 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/has-anyone-put-hornby-tts-in-an-00-class-68-or-class-70.4390/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/has-anyone-put-hornby-tts-in-an-00-class-68-or-class-70.4390/ invalid@example.com (Tallpaul70) Tallpaul70
I am considering putting something like a Hornby Class 60 TTS chip in a Dapol Class 68 or Bachmann Class 70?
Alternatively I might wait until the Class 66 TTS are available.

I think if I do this then I will upgrade the speaker, so has anyone experience of the improvements to a class 60 of TTS with a better speaker?

Many thanks
Paul]]> TTS Chip in a DMU? Mon, 09 Sep 2019 11:35:29 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/tts-chip-in-a-dmu.4345/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/tts-chip-in-a-dmu.4345/ invalid@example.com (Tallpaul70) Tallpaul70
If so, what chip did you fit to what model?

Were you happy with the sound?
If not what was wrong with it?

Many thanks
Paul]]> 8 Train-Tech Sound Effect Capsules Sat, 07 Sep 2019 12:59:26 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/train-tech-sound-effect-capsules.4346/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/train-tech-sound-effect-capsules.4346/ invalid@example.com (Tallpaul70) Tallpaul70
In particular, do they function as advertised?
Does the built in motion sensor deliver appropriate sounds for speeds?
Are they really easy to fit to locomotives?
How long do the batteries last?

Many thanks
Best regards
Paul]]> The Sound of a P2 Mon, 02 Sep 2019 14:37:12 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/the-sound-of-a-p2.4336/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/the-sound-of-a-p2.4336/ invalid@example.com (Tallpaul70) Tallpaul70
Those of you who have read my recent threads on use of TTS Chips will know that I think them a good deal!
I am now thinking of using them in types of loco other than those they are designated for.

Thinking about the LNER P2 chip made me wonder what sound source was used as there are no P2s around and I doubt if their sound was recorded pre war?

I am wondering if, as the P2s were rebuilt to A2 4-6-2s, Hornby used A2 60532 (but this has double blast pipe?)
If so I could use the P2...

The Sound of a P2]]> Fitting Hornby TTS chips in classes other than that specified and in other manufacturers models. Sun, 01 Sep 2019 15:13:08 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/fitting-hornby-tts-chips-in-classes-other-than-that-specified-and-in-other-manufacturers-models.4333/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/fitting-hornby-tts-chips-in-classes-other-than-that-specified-and-in-other-manufacturers-models.4333/ invalid@example.com (Tallpaul70) Tallpaul70 I am considering saving money by fitting Hornby TTS chips into other DCC Ready Hornby locos than those specified and into other manufacturers, particularly Bachmann DCC Ready models.

For instance:-
Could the LMS class 5 chip be fitted into Bachmann Standard Class 5 or Class 4 4-6-0s or Hornby Standard Class 4 4-6-0, and would it sound reasonably correct? I think I could live with minor inconsistencies in view of the cost saving?
Or:-
Might the J36 0-6-0 chip work in other 0-6-0...

Fitting Hornby TTS chips in classes other than that specified and in other manufacturers models.]]> 8 Soldering Speakers Thu, 21 Mar 2019 20:01:34 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/soldering-speakers.1893/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/soldering-speakers.1893/ invalid@example.com (Gary) Gary

Cheers, Gary.]]> 10 ESU V5 Announcement Sat, 12 Jan 2019 11:06:20 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/esu-v5-announcement.3840/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/esu-v5-announcement.3840/ invalid@example.com (Kimbo) Kimbo Expect to pay about 10Euro more for the oo gauge versions. Micro V5 will now come with sugar cube speakers replacing the 16x25mm white speaker (good news).

A bit more info on SWD web page.....
https://www.southwestdigital.co.uk/

Kim]]> 1 Sound for the bachmann Austerity 2-8-0 Wed, 19 Dec 2018 22:47:23 +0000 http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/sound-for-the-bachmann-austerity-2-8-0.3737/ http://platform1mrc.com/p1mrc/index.php?threads/sound-for-the-bachmann-austerity-2-8-0.3737/ invalid@example.com (oldknotty) oldknotty
Thanks martin aka Oldknotty]]> 2