Lionel Catalog - Lionel 2008 Train Catalog Volume 2

Lionel 2008 Train Catalog Volume 2

Pages 2 A Guide to Product Features

A Guide to Product Features At Lionel, we are proud to present the finest, most advanced locomotives— powerful models with tried-and-true performance and cutting-edge technology. Over the years, we have revolutionized this great hobby with advances in locomotive traction, train operation, and on-board sounds. Lionel trains feel more and more like the real railroad. Use this guide to learn about the incredible features of Lionel locomotives.
	Operation Transformer Control All Lionel locomotives—from the most sophisticated to the most basic—can be controlled by a standard transformer. Even older transformers can run our most advanced models.
	LEGACY Control System This revolutionary control system allows you to run your LEGACY Control System-equipped locomotive just like a real engineer runs his trains. With its enhanced sounds and 200 speed steps, this system allows properly equipped engines to function with unparalleled options. The CAB-2 Remote Controller has an LCD screen display, vibration that simulates the effort of the locomotive, and other exciting operating features.
	ODYSSEY II Speed Control Slow speed and start-up operation are smooth and steady with ODYSSEY II Speed Control. Watch your locomotive as it creeps through the yard or fights up a grade without hesitation.
	TrainMaster Command Control Locomotives equipped with the classic TrainMaster Command Control system are controlled by commands from your CAB-1 or CAB-2 Remote Controller. ElectroCouplers, basic sounds, and multiple unit lash-ups are all at your fingertips as you walk around your layout.
	Odyssey System Paired with classic TrainMaster Command Control, locomotives equipped with the Odyssey System maintain your speed up grades and around curves.
	ElectroCouplers (LEGACY or TMCC required) Open these couplers anywhere on the layout—without uncoupling track sections. The CAB-1 Remote Controllers activate the ElectroCouplers with the Command Control systems. Also, be sure to listen for authentic sounds of the coupler in operation with the RailSounds sound system.
	Wireless Tether Connection Looking to enhance the appearance of Lionel steam locomotives, we developed the exclusive infrared Wireless Tether connection so that the locomotive and tender can communicate without cumbersome wiring between the units. Lionel steamers are the only locomotives in O gauge offering this special feature.
	Magne-Traction On some classic or Postwar locomotives, the wheels are magnetized, increasing track adhesion for extra traction and stability around curves. Traction Tires One or more of the driving wheels are fitted with rubber tires for extra pulling power and stability for hauling long strings of cars. Traction tires grip the rails, enhancing tractive effort.
	Sound And Smoke RailSounds Widely regarded as the industry standard, the impressive RailSounds sound system brings the real sounds of the railroad to your layout. From the mechanical symphony of the locomotives, to the commotion of the station, you will be impressed by the digitally recorded samples of these special and authentic sounds. LEGACY Real-Time Quilling Whistle/Quilling Horn Push up and ring the warning bell control button one ring at a time with your own rhythm signature! Pull down on the lever and the horn/whistle responds with increasing intensity. Like a real engineer, you develop your own signature sound, "quilling" the steam whistle or changing the harmonics and intensity of the diesel horn. Braking Sounds Press the BRAKE button on your TMCC CAB-1 Remote Controller or rapidly decrease your throttle and listen for the screeching of your locomotive's brakes. Start-up and Shut-down Listen as the diesel engine turns over or the steam locomotive comes to life. You will also hear the sounds of the giant locomotive gradually fade away when you turn off power. Steam Let-off/Blow-off (LEGACY or TMCC required) At the press of a button, your steam locomotive will replicate the sound of hot steam being released from the cylinders. Diesel RPM Throttle up your locomotive and listen as the locomotive's RPMs increase. While the RPM sounds automatically intensify with the speed of the engine and the power supplied to the track, you can also fine-tune the levels with your Remote Controller. DynaChuff A favorite feature among steam fans, DynaChuff is the varying intensity of the locomotive's chuffing, synchronized with the speed of the locomotive. CrewTalk Communication (LEGACY or TMCC required) This is radio communication inside your locomotive, caboose, and other cars. Operate several CrewTalk-equipped locomotives with CrewTalk-equipped rolling stock, and you will find that these messages are sequenced to sound as though personnel stationed at different parts of the train are radioing each other. TowerCom Announcements (LEGACY or TMCC required) "1361, you're clear for departure." Locomotives equipped with TowerCom feature a specialized announcement or announcements from the tower to your locomotive. Many TowerCom announcements include your locomotive's road name and number. StationSounds With a StationSounds-equipped passenger car, you will hear the station's loudspeaker announce arrivals and departures. En route, the conductor makes dining reservations and station stop announcements. Smoke Fan-driven smoke units provide a steady flow of smoke, and puffing smoke units create short blasts of smoke as the locomotive moves along the track. For the most realistic smoke effects, synchronized smoke units coordinate the blasts of smoke with the revolution of the drivers and the DynaChuff sounds of the locomotive. Illumination Directional Lighting Most TrainMaster Command Control diesel locomotives and steam locomotives feature directional lighting. Operate a TMCC-equipped diesel in forward, and the headlight illuminates the mainline. In reverse, the headlight shuts off, and the rear headlight or the headlight of a second diesel (in a multi-unit lash-up) turns on. For TMCC-equipped steam locomotives, the headlight remains on in both forward and reverse operation. In reverse, the tender back-up light (if present) will shine. Classification Lights and Marker Lights Classification lights are located on the boiler front or top of some steam locomotives, while marker lights are on the rear of some steam locomotive tenders. These lights are also located on the ends of some diesel locomotives. Lighted Number Boards Brightly illuminated, the locomotive's unique road number is displayed on the boiler top of some steam locomotives and on the ends of some diesel locomotives. Strobe Light This flashing warning light is located on the cab roof of some diesel locomotives. Ditch Lights These low-mounted lights serve as close-range secondary headlights on some diesel locomotives. Glowing Firebox and Flickering Firebox A red glow steadily emanates from the firehole inside of the cab of Lionel steam locomotives equipped with the glowing firebox. Steam locomotives equipped with a flickering firebox create the illusion of a live fire "flickering" within. Variable Ashpan Glow Start up a Lionel steam locomotive equipped with this feature and look for a red glow on the outside of the locomotive between the ashpan and firebox. As speed increases, the light grows brighter, simulating the increased draft onto the fire.