When operating with the Multi-Train
System, you can remotely control the
streetcar's functions. Press the light-
ing button ("9" with remotes) to turn
the lights on or off. Press the func-
tion buttons to control the following
functions:
1: Bell
2: Brake sound
3: Bell inside streetcar (forward: 2x,
reverse: 4x)
4: Conductor announcement, alter-
nating: "Next Stop Nancy Ridge
Drive. Watch your step, please!"
and "Next Stop Saganer Street.
Watch your step, please!"
5: Door opening sound
6: Standing sounds off/on (to park
the streetcar). Before turning the
sound off, the compressor runs.
7: Background and bell sounds
off/on. Setting is saved when
power is turned off. (Settings have
no effects during analog opera-
tion.)
8: Sound off/on. Setting is saved
when power is turned off.
With a Loco Remote or Universal
Remote, press the numbered loco
function buttons. For example, to
trigger the brake sound, press button
"2" on the Loco Remote or Universal
Remote.
When using the MTS components
marked with a "p," this streetcar can
receive "parallel" function com-
mands, which eliminate the pause
that occurs when a "serial" command
is received.
Parallel: Command is send directly.
Serial: Command is send as a string
of "1" commands, for example, 3 = 1
+ 1 + 1).
Most MTS components can be
upgraded to parallel function com-
mands (Exceptions: first generation
55000 MTS Central Station, 55010
Train Mouse). For more information,
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contact your authorized retailer or go
to www.lgb.com.
When operating with the Multi-Train
System, the streetcar features a
"Back-EMF" function. This keeps the
motor speed constant (and under
normal conditions the speed), even
when the load changes, for example,
in curves or on grades. This feature
does not work at top speed, because
additional voltage must be available
to overcome any added load.
If desired, numerous functions of the
onboard decoder, such as accelera-
tion, braking, direction of travel and
many others, can be programmed
using a PC and the 55045 MTS PC
Decoder Programming Module (see
Instructions for advanced users).
These functions also can be pro-
grammed with the 55015 Universal
Remote.
Sound
This model features a digital elec-
tronic sound system. The volume
control is located underneath the
toolbox between the trucks (Fig. 3).
All sound features described below
also can be controlled directly with
the LGB Multi-Train System (see
Multi-Train System).
Background noise
When the sound is turned on, you
hear the background noise of the city
traffic. Approximately every 20 sec-
onds, the compressor runs. With the
Multi-Train System, you can turn off
the background noise using the "6"
button to park the streetcar.
Drive sounds
The bell sounds when the streetcar
starts. Then you hear the drive
motor, which accelerates as the
speed rises. You also hear the sound
of the rail joiners.
Bell: While the streetcar runs, the
bell sounds from time to time. The
bell sounds automatically when the
streetcar starts.
The bell can be triggered using the
LGB Sound Trigger Magnet (17050)
included with this model. The 17050
snaps between the ties of most LGB
track sections.
The magnet in the 17050 is under the
LGB logo. Install the contact with the
logo on the left side of the track to
trigger the bell.
Brake: To trigger the "squealing"
brake sound, reduce the model's
speed slowly. This requires a skilled
hand and a little practice.
Standing sounds: With the Multi-
Train System, you hear the back-
ground and compressor sounds
while the streetcar is standing.
To hear the standing sounds with
analog operation, a low voltage
(approx. 6.5 volts) must be main-
tained on the tracks. Turn the throttle
to a low setting so that the streetcar
does not yet start, but you can hear
the sounds.
Doors
To open the doors, fold down the
step underneath the doors (Fig. 4, 5).
Then the doors open. To close the
doors, fold up the step.
Inserting LGB figures
Remove the roof (see Replacing the
light bulbs: interior lights) to insert
additional LGB figures. The figures
may need modification to fit onto the
seats.
Lighting
This model features directional light-
ing.
Catenary poles
The non-functional catenary poles
can be moved up and down (Fig. 6).
Power Supply
Attention! For safety and reliability,
operate this model with LGB power
supplies (transformers, power packs
and controls) only. The use of non-
LGB power supplies will void your
warranty.
Use this model with LGB power sup-
plies with an output of more than 1
amp. For more information on LGB
power supplies for indoor, outdoor
and multi-train operation, see the
LGB catalog.
Attention! After extended operation,
this model may leave carbon dust or
other debris around the track. This
dust and debris can stain carpet and
other materials. Consider this when
setting up your layout. Ernst Paul
Lehmann Patentwerk and LGB of
America are not liable for any dam-
ages.
SERVICE
Do-It-Yourself Service Levels
Level
- Beginner
Level
- Intermediate
Level
- Advanced
Attention! Improper service will void
your warranty. For quality service,
contact your authorized retailer or an
LGB factory service station (see
Authorized Service).
Hint: Additional expert instructions
for many LGB products are available
at www.lgb.com.
Lubrication
The axle bearings should be lubricat-
ed occasionally with a small amount
of LGB Maintenance Oil (50019).
Cleaning
This model can be cleaned externally
using a mild detergent and gentle
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