ssculptor Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 I would like to install sound boards upon which I have recorded the sounds I want. Has anyone had any experience with trying to do this? What equipment and software would I need? Anyone? Thanks, ssculptor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman4449 Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 The MTH Protosound 2 and 3 boards have that capability built-in to record sounds and play them back on command. This is as auxiliary sounds, not replacing the standard engine chuff/rev, horn/whistle, etc but the sounds can be whatever you want them. Required: - MTH Protosound 2 or 3 board (Generally going to be installed in engine) + Speaker - MTH TIU (Track Interface Unit) + MTH Wireless Remote control Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssculptor Posted December 7, 2017 Author Share Posted December 7, 2017 Are you saying that I can install the required MTH boards and controls in any brand locomotive I have? I have just returned to G model railroading after years away from the hobby. Can I use MTH remote control,, too, in other brands of locos? Also, as long as I am on the topic, can I run all this with a battery power source? The tenders are pretty large nowadays and I could put batteries in them, or in the first car following the tender. Or, in other words, convert the whole shebang to MTH operations, including the smoke apparatus. Thanks, Stephen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman4449 Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 Yes, it can work in any manufacturer locomotive. The key requirement for the PS2 / PS3 board to work is the engine needs a flywheel so if it doesn't have one, one needs to be added/installed. (It's what provides the precise speed control) Yes, it can run under battery power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 Ray is the one to ask.... He might even do the installs .. Am I right Ray ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssculptor Posted December 8, 2017 Author Share Posted December 8, 2017 Thank you, guys. Now that I know what can be done the next step is to set up my work room and unpack everything. We had a disastrous fire two years ago and are just now moving back into our repaired home. Its like living in a warehouse right now but we are making progress in unpacking, etc. This spring I will get the outdoor layout erected and I'd like to have all the trains carry their own batteries. I can run a 75 foot track each way and I do not trust getting even power to all parts of the route so I feel it best to have every train carry its own power source. Should be fun. Stephen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman4449 Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 Yes I can certainly do installs as needed. Any engines that dont have flywheels would have to be evaluated. Same for any models I haven't done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssculptor Posted December 8, 2017 Author Share Posted December 8, 2017 Thank you Ray, I will get back to you on this. Thanks, Stephen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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