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Title: soundtraxx sound module for spectrum C&O K-4 2-8-4
Post by: bigalspitzer on April 03, 2012, 09:07:43 AM
Hi everyone, I want to know which sound module do I purchase if I want to install sound in a dcc equipped C&O K-4 2-8-4 I recently purchased. The web site does not list the 2-8-4 so I dont know if I need the Medium steam or the Large steam. Thanks for all the help! :-)
Title: Re: soundtraxx sound module for spectrum C&O K-4 2-8-4
Post by: Tom M. on April 03, 2012, 09:48:11 AM
I suggest you use the Heavy Steam sound set.

Regards,

Tom
Title: Re: soundtraxx sound module for spectrum C&O K-4 2-8-4
Post by: bigalspitzer on April 03, 2012, 09:59:16 AM
Thanks Tom, is this the only thing I need to put sound in my K-4 or do I need any additional items? Thanks again.
Title: Re: soundtraxx sound module for spectrum C&O K-4 2-8-4
Post by: richg on April 03, 2012, 11:43:09 AM
Quote from: bigalspitzer on April 03, 2012, 09:59:16 AM
Thanks Tom, is this the only thing I need to put sound in my K-4 or do I need any additional items? Thanks again.

Sounds like you know little about DCC sound . Look at the diagram. There is a spot for a 28 MM speaker.
Plug the eight pin decoder plug into the tender socket.
Different brands of sound decoders might not have the right pin plug. You might need an adapter.

Rich
Title: Re: soundtraxx sound module for spectrum C&O K-4 2-8-4
Post by: richg on April 03, 2012, 01:26:19 PM
Right below will tell you what you need. Everyone, store the link in Favorites and look at what is in the link for Bachmann locos. A picture is worth a thousand words. You can also email SoundTraxx. I have.

http://www.soundtraxx.com/choose/step3.php?t=ho&s=Bachmann

You will need an 8 pin to 9 pin adapter as explained in the below link. look in Curriculum, SoundTraxx, Tsunami Premium Sound Decoders.

http://www.mrdccu.com/

Check Litchfield Station for good prices, shipping and service.

http://www.litchfieldstation.com/xcart/home.php

The below link has a lot of excellant DCC info. You can download to your PC and learn a lot.

http://issuu.com/mr-hobbyist/docs/mrh12-01-jan2012-ol/43?viewMode=presentation&mode=embed

Again, everyone, store the links in Favorites aand check them out.

Rich