What is the difference between NCE Power Cab and Pro Cab?
A Pro Cab is only a Cab / Throttle. It requires a DCC system to function. This means you will also need a command station and a booster. The Power Cab is a complete self-contained 2 amp DCC starter system.
How do I turn off my NCE Power Cab?
The Power Cab does not have an on / off switch. Best to unplug it or turn off somehow. Unplug the power supply, put on a switched power strip, or unplug the 6 pin flat cable from the bottom of the cab.
How do I reset my NCE Procab?
Reset NCE Power Cab
- Press five times. The cab will display “SET CMD STATION”
- Press 12 times. The cab will display “Reset System?”
- Press <6> for Yes.
- Press <1> to confirm.
- The system will blink off for a few seconds then come back up.
What is a CV in DCC?
Configuration Variables or CVs are memory addresses within a decoder. They are the means for controlling the performance of a DCC decoder. The decoder’s software creates and maintains these addresses. They can be used in a couple of different ways.
How do I restore my decoder to factory settings?
Press the blue “DStv button” on your remote control. Then use the right arrow on the remote control to go to “Settings“. Use the down arrow to go to “System Settings“. Scroll down using the down arrow to select “Reset To Factory Default” then press “OK” on your remote control.
What is CV 29?
CV29 is probably one of the most useful, but also one of the most feared, CVs in a DCC locomotive decoder. It allows configuration of up to 8 parameters which contribute to the operation of the decoder and can bite if not set correctly.
How do you adjust the volume on a DCC locomotive?
- Press the PROG/ESC button once to display PROGRAM ON MAIN.
- Press ENTER.
- Enter the Program Loco Number and press enter.
- The screen will display 1=ADR 2=CV 3=CFG.
- Press 2 to use CV.
- The screen will display PROG CV NUM: _
- Enter 63 and press ENTER.
- The screen will display ENTER VALUE:
What will happen if I reset my decoder?
What Happens When You Reset Your DStv Decoder? When you reset your DStv decoder, all the previous setup on your receiver are restored to the default settings. This means if you have made any changes to your decoder menu, then all those settings will be deleted and restored to the factory settings.
Why does my decoder keeps rebooting?
The DStv Explora keeps rebooting 2020 error is mostly caused by system-related problems. If you have updated your DStvExplora software recently, you are likely to experience this problem. It comes when you upgrade the software using the wrong website or in the wrong way.
What is CV 29 in DCC?
What are DCC CV’s?
Configuration Variables or CVs are memory addresses within a decoder. They are the means for controlling the performance of a DCC decoder. The decoder’s software creates and maintains these addresses.
Why is the red light flashing on my DStv decoder?
DStv Decoder Blinking Red Light If your decoder is blinking red or giving red flashes, you most likely have a power supply problem. Firstly, test your decoder with a new power supply adapter. If it works, buy it and replace the old one.
What is the difference between the power cab and pro cab?
A Pro Cab is only a Cab / Throttle. It requires a DCC system to function. This means you will also need a command station and a booster. The Power Cab is a complete self-contained 2 amp DCC starter system. It is three items in one package. It is a Cab / Throttle, it is a DCC Command Station, it is a DCC Track Power Booster.
What size wire do I need for the power cab?
The Flat 6 wire cable used for the Power Cab is custom made to our specifications and only available thru NCE. Do not attempt to use any other cable. Any 4 or 6 wire cable you purchase from other vendors will not have the same size wires and will void your Power Cab factory warranty. For other applications the maximum length is 40 feet.
Can I use a longer cable with a non-NCE cable?
Using NON NCE CABLES WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Longer cables or coiled cables are not available or recommended. A second cab like a Cab06 (5240039) or a Pro Cab (5240010) can be added with a longer cable. You can also add a second panel, a UTP (5240207), for the second cab to be used in a second location.
What kind of power cord does power cab use?
The 7 foot flat cable supplied in the original Power Cab kit is indeed a heavy duty 6 wire 7’ cable with 24ga. conductors. The DC power supply input AND the DCC output BOTH go through that flat cable.