Description
TCS K1D4 Decoder ~ N Scale ~ 2.705″ x 0.38″ x 0.059″ ~ 1293
The K1D4 is a 4-function N-scale drop-in decoder designed for Kato and Athearn locomotives. Examples include the following:
Kato:
C30-7
SD40
SD70/SD70M/SD70MAC
GE C44-9W
GE AC4400W
Athearn:
F45
See the Installation Pages for a full list of compatible engines!
Note: This version of the K1D4 has copper tabs installed which slip over the motor contacts on the locomotive. If your locomotive uses wires, see the “-NC” version.
Back EMF Load Compensation:
Provides superior slow speed control and high performance under load.
Quiet Drive:
Super-quiet motor control for “buzz” free motor performance.
DC Mode:
Decoder will automatically detect DC power. You can also configure how your lighting effects function on DC.
RailCom®:
This feature allows the decoder to talk to the command station. RailCom supports expansion for new features.
Variable Momentum:
Allows you to make custom acceleration and deceleration curves.
LED Support:
This product does not require external resistors when connecting LED’s.
Incandescent Bulb Support:
This decoder can be used with 12 Volt bulbs.
Function Remapping:
Buttons 0 through 12 may be used to control the lighting functions of this decoder.
Programmable Lighting Effects:
Choose from 20 separate user-programmable lighting effects!
Dimmable Brightness:
Configure multiple different brightness levels for your LED’s or incandescent bulbs.
Decoder Lock:
Feature which prevents accidental/unwanted programming while activated.
Airwire™ Compatible:
Fully compatible with Airwire™ operation.
User-Loadable Speed Tables:
Configure custom speed curves and set speed limits.
Specifications:
Interface Type
Drop-In
Dimensions (L x W x H): 2.705″ x 0.38″ x 0.059″ or 68.7mm x 9.64mm x 1.5mm
Scale: N Scale
Continuous/Peak: 1.0/2.0 Amp
Total Functions: 4
Function Rating: 80 mA
12V Outputs: 2
LED Outputs: 2
Onboard LEDs: 2
