PMI - Phoenix P5 manual Introduction

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Introduction

Dear Model Railroading Friends,

Thank you for choosing Phoenix Sound Systems to fill your railroad with sound. The P5 board is smaller than our previous systems and is designed for applications with a constant power source - DCC, constant track power, on board batteries or stationary installations.

The P5 system, like the 2K2 system, can be loaded and customized using a PC. You will need to upgrade your PC software to version 1.2.36 and ROM library to version 1.69/1.00 (6900) or newer in order to load and save P5 compatible files.

We know you’re eager to do some listening, so continue through the initial checkout. The Phoenix BigSound™ P5 board comes with even higher input voltage tolerances to keep pace with larger trains and bigger power supplies. The board is highly protected against improper wiring and over-voltage gremlins. However, if you notice static electric sparks when you touch things you should ground yourself by touching something conductive before handling your board. Also be careful not to lay the board on metal surfaces or model parts when powered. Basic electrical component handling care is always a good idea.

Happy Listening!

August 2008

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Contents BigSound P5 Handbook Table of Contents Introduction Getting Acquainted C34 +5V Connector Pin Out ChartBasic Bench Test Initial CheckoutReed Switch Checkout Advanced CheckoutDCC Checkout Steam Systems Standard Sounds and EffectsAll Systems Diesel SystemsTriggered Sounds and Effects Diesel OnlySteam Only DCC Control Variables DCC CVComputer Interface Trigger Defaults DCC Function DefaultsInitial Trigger and Function Assignments Installation Guidelines Troubleshooting Access Jack Diagram Technical SpecificationsBasic DCC Appendix a Wiring DiagramsAir Wire Aristocraft/Crest Train Engineer Locolinc RCS Basic Ride On Auxiliary Input Board P5T Checkout Appendix B P5T Auxiliary Input BoardWarranty
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