I just put in my new TCS decoder in my Atlas MP15 (n scale) because I
previously blew the original decode. Now, even though the
decoder’s light light up it does not move the locomotive. I hear
an electronic buzz from the decoder as I increase the throttle (get
louder as it goes up) and then off when back to 0. Very
odd. Anyone have this problem?
The good news is that they have that great warranty!
What happened to the original decoder? Did you correct something before you installed the new one? Was installing the TCS as easy as a plug-in, or did you have to wire something?
Did you try your installation on the programming track first? The programming track (if your DCC system has one - no all do) has the great virtue of not putting a lot of juice through the decoder, so it won’t fry even if it’s wired incorrectly. You should be able to set the locomotive address, and set/read back CV’s, again, if that functionality is supported. IF YOU CAN’T SET THE ADDRESS, DO NOT PUT THE ENGINE ON THE MAIN! That usually means something is wrong with the wiring, or even the motor itself.
Sorry for not being more specific last night, I was in a hurry.
Anyway, the decoder is plug and play and replaced the existing Atlas decoder (not lightboard). I used that Atlas decoder in another mp15 that had a blown decoder. I wanted the TCS in the new loco which has my RR colors. The new loco was running fine prior to the swap.
I did program the decoder on my program track (MRC PA). The lights responded to the address. I did reset the decoder to factory settings and tried it @ address 3 with the same results.
Yes, TCS has a great return policy, I was just hoping to avoid returning it.
Thank you for responding!
Peter