Setting Time (Master Cab only):
1. Make sure your Cab is the Master Cab.
2. Press
SYS
and
1
. The current time will be momentarily displayed.
3. Enter the new time. Press
ENTER
.
Setting Time Rate (ratio) (Master Cab only):
The time rate is how many real seconds are in one fast clock minute.
Example
Rate 1 means that one real second equals one fast clock minute, or 60
times as fast as real time. Rate 30 means 30 real seconds equal one fast
clock minute, or twice as fast as real time. Rate 60 means 60 real seconds
equal one fast clock minute, or real time.
1. Make sure your Cab is the Master Cab.
2. Press
SYS
and
2
. The current rate will be displayed for a second.
3. Enter the new ratio. Press
ENTER
.
Note
For a better understanding of “Scale Time and Distance” versus “Real
Time and Distance” refer to the book – “How to Operate Your Model
Railroad” by Bruce Chubb – Kalmbach Publishing.
Setting AM/PM or Military (24hr) Time (Master Cab only):
1. Make sure your Cab is the Master Cab.
2. Press
SYS
and
4
. Either “AM”, “PM” or nothing (military) will display on
the LCD.
3. Repeat step 2 above to select the desired setting.
Reverse Loop
The following diagram shows a reverse loop with a double-pole double-throw
(DPDT) switch. It allows you to change the polarity of the reverse loop section.
Before a loco crosses the first insulated
gap you must make sure the polarity of
reverse loop section and Main Track are
matched at the first gap. If not flip the
switch. Otherwise it will cause a short
circuit. After the loco passes the first gap
completely, you need to change the
polarity of the reverse loop section by
flipping the switch so that the polarity of
the reverse loop section and Main Track
are matched at the second gap.
The MRC Auto Reverse Loop Module (#AD520) can be used in place of
the DPDT switch for automatic operation of the loop. See your hobby
dealer to purchase this item.
Accessory Decoders
The Prodigy Advance
2
will handle
most NMRA compatible accessory
decoders. This type of decoder can operate turnouts (switch tracks) or
toggle accessories, like building lights, on and off from your Cab. The
accessory decoder outputs can be programmed for a variety of options so
you can use them for twin-coil switch machines (momentary on), slow-
motion switch machines (constant on or latching), or signal lighting
(various flash rates). Refer to your accessory decoder’s instruction
manual for programming procedures and CV values.
DPDT switch or AD520
Insulated gaps
Main Track
Insulated gaps
Reverse loop
MRC Prodigy Advance
2
Operation 2-11
