Jan 03, 2011 more advanced dcc videos will be coming in the future. This cable connects your prodigy advance dcc to your pc laptop etc. Best midrange dcc system hornby magazine october 2017. Manualslib has more than 2 gaugemaster manuals checkout popular gaugemaster categories toy manuals. Gaugemaster prodigy advance handset problem dcc help. Dcc02 gaugemaster prodigy advance 2 dcc complete starter set. The set also includes five ballast stickers which come with a precut slot, which allow you to hide the hole in your baseboard created when you drill a hole in your baseboard for your point motor. In terms of controller the hornby stuff is a waste of time. Gaugemaster gmcu single track panel mounted controller with. Single track controller designed to sit inside a control panel. Gaugemaster prodigy express user manual pdf download.
The system has been specifically taylored for the needs of the british outline modeller. Apr 16, 2015 in terms of controller the hornby stuff is a waste of time. Sep 11, 20 this is a response to a request for help from phil because he was not able to change the road number of a loco to what ever he wanted. If youve put off the change to digital command control dcc because you thought it was too complicated or expensive, then mrcs prodigy advance 2 is the system for you. Dcc30 gaugemaster prodigy advance accessory decoder. Prodigy advance 2 wireless starter dcc controller package. The most recent addition to this line of dcc systems is the prodigy express. It contains all the technology you need to send dcc commands to your trains and accessories. Its strength is its simplicity without compromise and prodigy advance 2 will grow as your layout grows, allowing you to use the system at a level. Lately, ive begun the process of building a modest, second model railroad designed for dcc the old dc layout is just fine, and will remain in use alongside the new one.
Prodigy advance 2 is simple enough for the firsttime user to quickly master, yet has sophisticated functionality that will impress the. Click here to view the prodigy advance owners manual. You now own one of the most advanced, easy to use dcc systems available. A fullyfunctional, affordable dcc system thats easy to use. Any or multiple scales digital controllers products hattons. Gaugemaster dcc02 prodigy advance 2 dcc controller starter. Mrcs prodigy advance2 squared is a sophistocated, yet easy to operate digital command control system with world beating features. Dcc controller for sale in uk 26 used dcc controllers. You can purchase the interface hardware directly from gaugemaster by clicking the buy button at the bottom of this page. It contains all the technology you need to send dcc commands to your trains and. Gaugemaster dcc02 prodigy advance 2 starter package. Prodigy systems deliver advantages you probably wont. Dcc gaugemaster prodigy advance walkabout controller.
F0f12 5 yes xpressnet yes yes lenz set 100 buttons lenz set 101 knob 29. You can now attach it to your layout using the dcc66 prodigy controller caddy. Universal controller handset holder for nce power cab, gaugemaster prodigy and most smartphones. The bachmann dynamis is better, but this is wireless and the inferred signal is very short ranged and can be interfered with. The gaugemaster prodigy advance dcc unit is one of the easiest to use digital packages on the market today. Increase the values number to say 5 to start off with, then test from that position and if need be decrease or increase the value in cv2 until correct starting is. Gaugemaster prodigy advance dcc digital command control. This allows you to quickly start enjoying the capabilities of dcc. Some customers seem to have had difficulties installing the software on the windows 7 operating system this step by step guide is what we did to make it work.
Gaugemaster dcc55 prodigy advance2 wired computer interface. Prodigy advance conforms with nmra standards and is compatible with all other leading manufacturers dcc accessories. The power pack transforms the power from your mains socket ready for the base unit. The prodigy express comes complete with a handheld cab, command stationbooster, and ac adapter transformer. Mar 31, 2018 the prodigy advance is an american product by mrc.
Contains 5 spare extension pins and collars, 20 attachment screws and a screwdriver for your gmcpm10 point motors. A fullyfunctional, affordable dcc system thats easy to useif youve put off the change to digital command control dcc because you thought it was too complicated or expensive, then mrcs prodigy advance2 is the system for you. The complete dcc starter package for the railway modeller. Gaugemaster gmdcc06 model railway dcc controller, gaugemaster gmdcc06 model railway dcc controller. For a newcomer to dcc or for the operation of a smaller layout, this system is a great choice. Gaugemaster dcc02 prodigy advance2 starter package replaces the dcc01 with upgrades such as new nmra 28 function protocol. You can not alter the trackrail volts with any gaugemaster dcc system prodigy express or prodigy advanced2. Dec 20, 2014 the most recent addition to this line of dcc systems is the prodigy express. With the exceptions of earlier obsolete versions there are three different prodigy controllers. Comment questions for q and a segments in the vlog. To that end, ive been reading up on the various dcc systems im going with a wireless cab system, consulting.
It does everything the prodigy advance will do plus quite a lot more. The long awaited prodigy advance dcc pc interface is here. Never before has advanced dcc been so enjotable to operate. I think that the roco system beats the gaugemaster system hands down. Gaugemaster other dcc14 prodigy advance2 walk around backlit this item is the same as the dcc12, but features a clear and bright blue backlit display, ideal for users operating a railway in less than ideal lighting conditions. The system has been specifically designed for the modeller that would choose gaugemaster when selecting an analogue controller. Dcc30 gaugemaster prodigy advance accessory decoder for four accessories. Gaugemaster dcc02 prodigy advance2 starter package. Gaugemaster gmdcc02 prodigy advance 2 starter package. This cable connects your prodigy advance dcc to your pc. All of these controllers use the same display and procedure for programming they only vary in how the buttons are located, below is a picture of the lcd display with all the available.
I brought a pair of intermountain ho fp9s with sound, having run them on dc for a while i thought id take the plunge and try dcc having had good experiences with gaugemaster i wondered what they did, clearly this controller is a rebranded mrc prodigy advanced but this gives you the confidence that gaugemaster would have tried others so i took the plunge and brought one. Prodigy advance2 wireless starter package v2gaugemaster. Gaugemaster gmdcc55 prodigy advance 2 wired computer interface. The mrc prodigy advance dcc system will enhance the enjoyment of your. Gaugemaster gmdcc55 prodigy advance 2 wired computer. Gaugemaster dcc02 prodigy advance 2 starter dcc controller. Prodigy advance 2 contains the three essential components you need to control your model railway layout power pack transforms the power from your mains socket ready for the base unit base unit the brains behind the operation containing all the technology you need to send dcc commands to your locomotives and accessories. This unit has been designed to screw directly to your baseboard and will fit most dcc controllers and even mobile phones. Gaugemaster dcc04 prodigy advance2 wireless starter package. Follow our social media sites, on twitter and facebook. Gaugemaster dcc01 prodigy express controller new railway.
Gaugemaster prodigy advance2 wireless starter package dcc04. A newer model of my old system, with which i am more familiar, has been purchased to replace this system which is now offered for sale. Dcc04 gaugemaster prodigy advance 2 dcc complete wireless set. Share gaugemaster dcc02 prodigy advance2 model railway digital control system the listing youre looking for has ended.
Thank you for purchasing mrcs prodigy advance dcc digital command control system. Connects gaugemaster prodigy advance dcc controller to your pc. Gaugemaster dcc14 prodigy advance2 walk around backlit. Connect the base unit to a power supply and make sure the base unit is on. If the link light is on and the analog loco does not buzz, it is a defec tive program track output. Prodigyadvance 2 is simple enough for the firsttime user to quickly master, yet has sophisticated functionality that will impress the. F0f28 digitrax zephyr dcs51 10 base unit lever 9983. Part of mrcs prodigy family of dcc components, the express system is fully compatible with mrcs fullfeature prodigy advance system. The base unit is the brains behind the operation, it contains all the technology you need to send dcc commands to your trains and accessories. Gaugemaster prodigy advance2 starter package dcc02. Gaugemaster sell rebadged versions presumably as mrcs regional licensed single line import distributor in the uk market which is supplied with a uk approved 240v psu, local warranty and. I have roco for my layout and recently purchased the prodigy advance so as to familiarise myself with the system as it is used by the model railway club that i have recently joined. It comes as a complete system with a command station base unit, power supply and lcd cabhandheld with cable. Gaugemaster provide free software for use with the dcc55.
F0f8 5 yes mrc throttle bus yes yes lenz set 90 31 handheld knob 9999. This new system is a trimmed down version of the prodigy advance dcc system. Gaugemaster the uk home of mrc prodigy advance your prodigy advance system your prodigy advance dcc system includes the following. Gaugemaster are good at repairing and supporting products carrying their name. Prodigy advance 2 conforms with nmra standards and is compatible with most other leading dcc systems. The walkaround controller handset which plugs straight into the base unit the walkaround is a handheld controller. Metal rail joinersfishplates for code 100 rails inc. They are rebadged mrc systems and if you follow this link and scroll down there is a table showing the specifications for both.
Prodigy express is a solid entrytointermediatelevel dcc system. Prodigy advance2 is simple enough for the firsttime user to quickly master, yet has sophisticated functionality that will impress the. For instance, our units are the only high tech systems so elegantly designed that instructions for basic operations are printed on handheld. The prodigy wireless starter pack is in effect the dcc02 prodigy advance base unit utilizing the wireless technology to allow greater freedom when controlling your layout. The prodigy express is aimed at the low end of the dcc market. This is a response to a request for help from phil because he was not able to change the road number of a loco to what ever he wanted. Gaugemaster mrc prodigy advance 99 handheld knob 9999. Hope you enjoy the video, remember give the video a like, share and subscribe. Dcc01 express, dcc02 advance, and dcc04 wireless advance. Dcc14 gaugemaster prodigy advance back lit walkabout controller. Like the advance model, the express cab features a large liquid crystaldisplay lcd screen, a proportional control knob the. Gaugemaster prodigy advance dcc booster unit and handheld walkaround controller. But, the dcc products do not have a lifetime guarantee the entry dcc01 system is 1 year in the manual, and i think that applies to other prodigy systems gaugemaster do have a lifetime guarantee on analogue controllers which they make themselves. However to answer your original question, the gaugemaster dcc01 is a prodigy express and the gaugemaster dcc02 is its bigger brother the prodigy advance.
Mar 23, 2020 share gaugemaster dcc02 prodigy advance2 model railway digital control system the listing youre looking for has ended. Gaugemaster dcc02 prodigy advance2 model railway digital. Gaugemaster dcc04 prodigy advance2 wireless starter package v2. As an owner of a mrc prodigy express among other dcc systems, i would suggest looking elsewhere. The software for the prodigy advance dcc pc interface is a free download with the only necessary additional purchase being the connection cable. Gaugemaster prodigy advance2 starter package dcc02 hobbytrax. Dcc11 gaugemaster prodigy advance extension plate, for use when extending the prodigy advance base station with additional walkabout controllers. In my opinion you are much better off with the nce power cab or gaugemaster prodigy.
Gaugemaster dcc01 prodigy express 2 digital controller for. Your prodigy express system is designed as a quick and easy introduction into dcc, replacing the hand set with any of the prodigy advance controllers will expand the system with additional features. The prodigy wireless starter pack is in effect the dcc02 prodigy advance base unit utilizing the wireless technology to allow greater freedom when controlling your layout the wireless dongle receiver included gives a range of around 100ft, and the prodigy base unit can accomodate additional wireless walkarounds, and has. The design is so brilliant and user friendly that all the basic operating instructions are printed on the back of the handheld and walk you through most. The wireless dongle receiver included gives a range of around 100ft, and the prodigy base unit can accomodate additional wireless walkarounds, and has controller ports for.
Increase the values number to say 5 to start off with, then test from that position and if need be decrease. It comes with a universal switching power supply good for usa and europe output. If youve put off the change to digital command control dcc because you thought it was too complicated or expensive, then mrcs prodigyadvance 2 is the system for you. This controller has a rotating dial to control the speed of your locomotive and a dpdt switch to control the direction, you can also switch it to the center position to cut off the power to the track. Prodigy advance interface instructions for windows 7. I would try adjusting cv2 start volts in the problem locos decoder. Note the prodigy wireless does not support nondecoder equipped or analog locos. Mrc prodigy advance dcc system packed with a host of features that include an easytoread display, walkaround control, and the potential for future software upgrades, the new prodigy advance digital command control dcc system from model rectifier corp. The walkaround controller handset which plugs straight into the base unit.
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