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RAIL-LYNXTM
RECEIVERS & SENSORS |
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General Considerations
- Each receiver consists of a printed
circuit board and a pair of infrared signal detectors.
- The installation of these receivers
requires reasonable care. In
order to avoid damage to a receiver it is important to
study the installation instructions in detail BEFORE
commencing installation.
If any steps are skipped
or carried out incorrectly the receiver may be damaged.
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- All receivers are shipped with the
following default configuration:
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Primary channel = 01
Secondary channel = 01
Momentum = 0
Speed curve = 0
Headlight mode = 0 |
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- The circuit board must be mounted
somewhere in the locomotive. Finding, or creating, a space
for the board takes some imagination and creativity in
locomotives not designed to accept a DCC receiver.
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- The sensors must be located where they
can easily receive the infrared signal from the transmitter.
This usually means somewhere on the upper surface of the
loco or tender or in the cab. If no suitable location
can be found without modifying the locomotive body a hole
may need to be drilled in the body shell. In most
instances the impact on the appearance of the locomotive cab
be minimized by careful planning and the application of some
creativity.
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Locomotive/Receiver
Compatibilities |
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| A list has been compiled
(in PDF format - requires Acrobat®
Reader) of known combinations of locomotives and specific
receiver types. The list may be downloaded by
clicking on the heading above. |
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This list is expanded
from to time time as we learn of successful installations made by
our customers.
To the best of our
knowledge the receiver listed is the best one for the
application. Please send corrections or comments to
Shawn@Rail-Lynx.com.
In addition, if you have made an installation that is not
shown on the list please send details via email to
Shawn@Rail-Lynx.com
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Installation
Instructions |
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Click on an item name for
a document describing installation. |
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Installation Service |
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If after studying one of the
installation documents you decide that you would like
assistance with installation, we suggest that you contact one
of the third parties who are willing to provide this service. |
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RX-3N
The RX-3N is designed for
'N' Gauge modelers. However, 'HO' gauge modelers with
small locos with limited installation space will
also welcome this receiver. |
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This receiver has outputs for head light and rear light only. |
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features PWM, high frequency motor drive, to reduce
hum and buzz. |
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This
receiver is supplied with a pair of
Infrared Sensors.
A Sensor Mounting Board is available
as an option. |
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Dimensions (inches):
0.395 W x 0.750 L x 0.25 H
Current Rating: 1 amp |
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RX-3O
The RX-3O is welcome news for
'O' Gauge (and indoor 'G' Gauge) modelers. |
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In addition to head light and rear light outputs, this
receiver has TWO Auxiliary Light Outputs which
may be used for MARS, Strobe or Ditch lights.
How these outputs will be used must be specified at
the time of ordering. |
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| The RX-3O
features PWM, high frequency motor drive, to reduce
hum and buzz. |
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This
receiver is supplied with a pair of
Infrared Sensors.
A Sensor Mounting Board is available
as an option. |
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Dimensions (inches):
1.4 W x 2.3 L x 0.62 H
Current Rating: 4 amp |
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RX-3A
(Drop In)
RX-3A FEATURES PWM...
High frequency motor drive to reduce motor hum and
buzz. |
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In addition to head light and rear light outputs, this
receiver has TWO Auxiliary Light Outputs which
may be used for MARS, Strobe or Ditch lights.
How these outputs will be used must be specified at
the time of ordering. |
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This
receiver is supplied with a pair of
Infrared Sensors.
A Sensor Mounting Board is available
as an option. |
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Dimensions (inches):
0.670 W x 2.850 L x 0.205 H
Current Rating: 1.3 amp |
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RX-3K
(Plug & Play)
In addition to head light and rear light outputs, this
receiver has
TWO
Auxiliary Light Outputs which may be used for MARS, Strobe
or Ditch lights. How these outputs will be used must
be specified at the time of ordering. |
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This
receiver is supplied with a pair of
Infrared Sensors.
A Sensor Mounting Board is available
as an option. |
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Dimensions (inches):
0.680 W x 2.120 L x 0.210 H*
*Height without DCC plug
Current Rating: 1.3 amp |
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RX-3L
(Plug & Play)
In addition to head light and rear light outputs, this
receiver has
TWO
Auxiliary Light Outputs which may be used for MARS, Strobe
or Ditch lights. How these outputs will be used must
be specified at the time of ordering. |
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This
receiver is supplied with a pair of
Infrared Sensors.
A Sensor Mounting Board is available
as an option. |
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Dimensions (inches):
0.680 W x 1.955 L x 0.240 H*
*Height without DCC plug
Current Rating: 1.3 amp |
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RX-3P
RX-3P FEATURES PWM...
High frequency motor drive to reduce motor hum and
buzz. |
Dimensions (inches):
0.65 W x 1.375 L x
0.175 H
Current Rating: 1.3 amp |
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RX-3P is the same in all respects as the original RX-3
(which is now no longer available) except it
also comes with the addition of a DCC plug. For
locomotives lacking a DCC receptacle the plug may be
removed and the receiver hard-wired installed. |
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In addition to head light and rear light outputs, this
receiver has TWO
Auxiliary Light Output which may be used for a MARS or
Strobe light. How this output will be used
must be specified at the time of ordering. |
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is supplied with a pair of Infrared Sensors and
a Sensor Mounting Board. |
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Infrared Sensors
Each Receiver is
supplied with a pair of Infrared Sensors and a Sensor
Mounting Board.
The Infrared Sensor is a
black, ¼" square unit with a 'bubble' on the surface.
We are now supplying a newer more sensitive Infrared
Sensor. The sensitivity has been increased by about
50% over the original unit and this has increased the range of locomotive control
by about the same amount. One or both
sensors may be used, depending on their location.
For example, if installing the sensor in the cab of a
diesel locomotive, both sensors should be installed in a
back-to-back configuration with the sensor 'bubble' facing
outward - as is shown in the photograph at the top of this
page. |
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Sensors are also available as a separate item. |
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