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VIDEO: Model Train Electronics: Gizmos, Gadgets, Tips - Plus: How to Build with a PICAXE Controller
This is the complete seminar of David Bodnar's discussion on how to use the PICAXE controller in different ways on your railroad. He shows how to use it in Large Scale Trains, but you can use this on ANY scale railroad or in ANY other aspect of your hobby interests.
Apr 22, 2011 - 11:00:00 AM
A Four Sound USB Sound Card & the PCC Trolley
About a year ago I reviewed A Very Capable MP3 Sound System and found it, at less than $10.00, to be a cost effective way to add sound to a train, building or animation. The folks at Electronics123 who developed and import that unit are not resting on their laurels as they now have a new sound system with significantly more capability that only costs a few dollars more.
Feb 16, 2011 - 10:00:00 AM
A Very Capable MP3 Sound System
I recently came across an unusual sound system that addresses many of the weaknesses and problems associated with other sound systems I have used. In my opinion it really hits a "home run"
Mar 3, 2010 - 10:00:00 AM
VIDEO:Phoenix Sound PB9 Sound Kit (Hi-Def Wide Screen)
Come watch this exclusive video where we start from taking the sound board out of the box all the way through hooking it up to test the system. Learn about the different connectors on the board, how they operatate and how to activate different features on the board.
May 13, 2009 - 10:00:00 AM
Upgrading your Aristo Mikado - Sound, Lettering, Weathering
If you can't get what you want make it. See how to add sound to a Aristo-Craft Mikado, as well as lettering and weathering your loco.
Jul 30, 2008 - 6:00:00 AM
Making your Railroad Sound Alive: MP3 Sound Systems
(Part 2)
If you want to clip, amplify or otherwise modify a sound file you need an editor. There is an excellent program that does all of that and more. The best part may be that the price is very reasonable: $0.00! Come learn how to use this software to edit, mix and create your own sounds to use on your railroad. Combine this knowledge with the MP3 player you built from part 1 and your railroad can come alive with sounds that you create.
Jun 25, 2008 - 10:00:00 AM
Making your Railroad Sound Alive: MP3 Sound Systems
(Part 1)
Model railroads thrive on sound and should rarely be silent. Engines, especially steam locomotives, come to life once a quality sound system is installed. Many of our layouts, however, have little in the way of sound that does not come directly from the train.
Jun 18, 2008 - 10:00:00 AM
Improving Your Engine's Sound
Installing sound in our Dash-9 locomotive has really changed our perspective on Garden Railroads. Learn how to get the most out of your onboard speaker.
May 16, 2007 - 6:00:00 AM
Make a Sierra sound system even better
I like my engines to have sound and toward that end I am adding soundboards to my engines as time and budget permit. My first sound equipped engine has a Sierra sound system in it and since I liked that system that is what I am installing in all my engines. However I have come across a shortfall of this system that I would like to help you with.
Nov 29, 2006 - 10:00:00 AM
RS-3 Conversion - Part 3 - Install the Sound Car
Nothing makes large-scale trains more realistic than sound. I have Sierra sound cards in almost all of my locomotives and I think it really adds to the fun.
Oct 5, 2005 - 4:42:00 AM
Give Your Railroad A Voice - Part 2
The boards reviewed in this article use digital recording circuitry to record sound and play it back at a better quality. Learn how a higher sampling rate, means higher quality sound.
Feb 23, 2005 - 5:48:00 AM
Give Your Railroad A Voice - Part I
Installing sound generating electronics in large scale engines, rolling stock and buildings adds to the realism and enjoyment that comes from garden railroading.
Feb 16, 2005 - 8:30:00 AM
Making an Opto-Isolator for use with Sierra Sound Systems
What is an Optoisolator and why do I need it? An opto-isolator is a circuit that transforms the power that is feeding the motor and converts it to a signal the Sierra sound card can use.
Jan 12, 2005 - 4:44:00 AM
Rugged Replacement for the Sierra Coupler-Clank Switch
One feature that sets the Sierra sound system apart from the others is the simulated coupler "clank."
Oct 6, 2004 - 6:32:00 AM
Phoenix Sound Systems Part 2
It took us under an hour to open up the Dash-9, install the board and then close it up again.
Jun 23, 2004 - 10:31:00 AM
Phoenix Sound Systems Part 1
We recently received our Big Sound 2K2 with Dash-9 sound install on the board. To start we want to give you a detailed look at what you get when you buy a 2K2 kit.
Jun 16, 2004 - 9:26:00 AM
Using Pre-made Sound Electronics
I am not real big on making my own electronics. When I was younger my brother and I would ride our bikes down to Radio Shack to pick up parts for a project.
Apr 14, 2004 - 5:40:00 AM
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