TMCC Boards for S Gauge

S Gaugers can now enjoy TMCC functionality with these products for Loco Conversions. Since TMCC was designed for use in "O" gauge engines, size has been the limiting factor in finding solutions to convert the smaller "S" locos. However there are several products available now that make TMCC compatibility in "S" practical. The products listed here I have used or know they will fit in "S" conversions.

A note on boards that provide Halfwave or Fullwave power for DC can motors. Halfwave power is best for locos that need good low speed performance as the pulsing of halfwave allows better low speed motor starting. Fullwave gives better top end performance and heavy load capability. Both work fine but each has its advantages.

Boards are available to power either the original AC open frame Gilbert style motors or DC can style motors used in today's engines. You must select your boards to match the style of motor you will be using.

Generally there are two parts in today's TMCC unit in the Loco. A Receiver and a board that has the motor driver circuits on it. These two parts are married as one in the Loco. Originally the Receiver and the Drivers were on the same board in the first boards Lionel used.

Features: Conventional and TMCC Command mode operation Volume Control from the CAB-1, 4 levels and mute Custom Sound Processor for field upgrades or enhancements Direct connection to the Beep Commander and AC / DC Commander and Others Only 1.5" L x 1.25" W x 0.75" H Additional Diesel Features: Prime Mover revs with 4 speed levels, 4 volume levels and mute Volume of Prime Mover and Warning Sounds individually settable Monitors 32/100 speed step selections to adjust rev level appropriately Additional Steamer Features: Steam Idle sounds with Brake Compressor sounds Blow Off sound, controlled from the CAB-1 Chuff cadence (4 unique chuffs) triggered from external chuff switch Volume of Chuff and Warning Sounds individually settable *Highly* Recommended for use in American Flyer, SHS and American Models locos that have adequate room. See link Adding Sound to American Flyer for Examples.	Locomotive Sounds Upgrade The Sound Commander from the Electric RR. Co. The Electric Railroad Company 939 Wood Duck Ave. Santa Clara, Ca. 95051 TMCC Command Mode Sounds: - Horn / Whistle - Bell (diesel or steam) - Coupler Clank - Compressor Sounds - Diesel - Prime Mover revs - Steamer - Idle steam sounds Conventional Mode Sounds: - Horn / Whistle - Bell (diesel or steam) Note: The Prime Mover Revs or Chuff cadence, and compressor sounds may be enabled in conventional mode by a jumper, however this may not work in all applications.

Unique function of either CAB-1^tm selectable 32 or 100 speed steps Horn pulse output to control modern-era horns or Raildsound compatible. Connections for coil couplers, directional headlights, and strobe light or smoke unit On-board micro-controller provides future enhancement capabilities Only 2.0" L x 1.25" W x 0.9" H R2LC (not included)	Beep Commander from the Electric RR Co Small Halfwave Driver Board The Electric Railroad Company 939 Wood Duck Ave. Santa Clara, Ca. 95051 Recommended for use in American Flyer/Lionel Geeps with DC Can motors. Will also work in most all American Flyer locos that have a DC can motor.

Dual AC or Fullwave DC motor capability (8 amps AC, 4 amps DC) CAB-1^tm selectable 32 (default) or 100 speed steps Horn pulse output to control modern-era and post-war horns / whistles or Raildsound compatible. Connections for coil couplers, directional headlights, and strobe light or smoke unit. On-board micro-controller provides future enhancement capabilities Size 2.75" L x 1.25" W x 1.2" H R2LC (not included)	The AC-DC Commander from the Electric RR. Co. The Electric Railroad Company 939 Wood Duck Ave. Santa Clara, Ca. 95051 Recommend for use in American Flyer Locos with adequate room such as the K5, Hudson, Pacifics and Alco PAs.

4 Amperes AC or DC Fullwave Motor Capability. Connections for coil couplers, directional headlights, and strobe light or smoke unit. Compatibility with Lionel SignalSounds and Railsounds R2LC Included Small Size (1.5"L x 1.25"W x 0.8"H)	Digital Dynamic's Motor Mite Digital Dynamics 48 E Starrs Plain Rd. Danbury, CT 06810 203 778-3599 4PM to 8PM EST, Mon. - Fri. or Sat. 12PM EST - 5PM EST Recommended for use in almost any American Flyer Loco either with AC or DC motors, even should fit in the Pennsy 0-6-0 switcher tender.

The R2LC Has Five onboard low current drivers for Headlights, Couplers and Smoke, Serial Railsounds Data output and the Motor control driver signals. These all connect through the Driver board of your choice. Some driver boards will come with the R2LC Receiver or the R2LC may need to be purchased separately.	Lionel R2LC TMCC receiver module is used with most of the drivers boards. It is manufactured by Lionel. It can be purchased from Lionel directly as an upgrade kit to their Locos, Part Number: 602-2960-000 or from Digital Dynamics. Also Lionel Service Stations carry them.


The Mini Commander ACC is the only command control receiver that has configurable voltage and pulse durations for controlling accessories. All selection of the voltage and pulse settings are accomplished from the CAB-1^tm controller during the configuration phase. Four configurable outputs Two low current, Two high Current Additional Data outputs for Railsound and external driver circuits. The Mini Commander has exclusive “Soft Set Technology”; which allows you to change the unit ID (1 to 99) and the voltage/pulse settings without installing a program/run switch! Very Small size 1” x 2”	The Mini Commander from the Electric RR Co. The Electric Railroad Company 939 Wood Duck Ave. Santa Clara, Ca. 95051 The Mini Commander is a unique board that has a TMCC compatible receiver and driver circuits on the same board and therefore does not need a R2LC receiver. By changing the firmware and adding a couple of external rectifier diodes this board can also function as a Halfwave DC Motor driver board for Locos etc. Recommended for use in S helper and American Models Locos