Operation; Connection; Specification - Hornby R7229 Manual

Place the locomotive on the track and test run by positioning the direction control switch on the Train
Controller and then turn the speed control knob clockwise. In the case of a steam type locomotive with tender,
the electric motor may be in the tender. In this case therefore, both locomotive and tender must be placed on
the track and coupled together for running.
If the model does not respond to the controller, check that:
• All wheels are correctly on the track
• All fishplates are fully engaged and the track sectionsare are properly aligned.
• The Power Track is correctly connected.
• The mains power socket switch is 'ON'.
NOTES:
If a metal object such as a pin or a derailed locomotive lies across the two running rails a 'short circuit' may
occur. This will activate the safety cut-out in the Train Controller or Transformer and stop the current supply to
the track. If this happens, switch off the mains power socket and trace and remedy the fault. Allow
approximately 60 seconds for the cut-out device to reset itself before switching the power socket on again.
When a train is stopped by turning the speed control knob to its lowest setting, a small amount of electricity may
still reach the locomotive motor. This may result in a slight 'hum' emitting from the locomotive. The speed
control knob must be set to the zero speed position before using the switch to change direction.

CONNECTION

This controller must not be connected directly to the mains electricity supply.
Speed Control Knob
Direction Select *
STANDARD POWER
TRACK
0 - 14 Volts DC
The plug may be reversed if the loco does not run
in the desired direction when the direction is
selected on the controller
* Direction may only be changed when speed control is set to minimum speed
Hi/Lo Switch.
This switch allows you to select the maximum speed range of the controller. Setting the switch to "Lo" will run the locos
at a slower, more controlled speed. Set to "Hi" for normal operation.
Aux DC Output.
Connect accessories to these terminals e.g. LED lighting or similar. You may also connect a simple point motor switch.
There is a built in "Capacitor Discharge Unit" (CDU) to ensure reliable operation of point motors. It is advised that only
one point motor is switched at any one time.
Please note that accessories connected to the AUX DC output are sharing current with any locos on the layout.
Thus, there will be practical limits in types of accessories that can be connected at any one time. i.e. those that require
continuous current like lighting systems etc will basically limit the amount of current available for loco control.
Point motors only use a pulse of current and should not pose a problem due to the built in CDU explained above.
When connecting point switches please refer to the supplied wiring diagram with the point motor and/or switch type.
Wall Power Unit - P900xW Input - 220-240VAC Output - 19VDC 500mA
Controller Track output Maximum continuous current - 500mA @ 14VDC
Controller Aux Output Maximum continuous current - 150mA @14VDC
NOTE.. Controller Overall Maximum current limit Track and Aux Outputs... 500mA

OPERATION

Hi/Lo Select
Uncontrolled AUX DC Output
14 Volts DC for Accessories
R7229
Train Controller
19 VOLTS DC

Specification.

2
STANDARD WALL
MOUNTED TRANSFORMER
(REGION SPECIFIC)