The ALD4 is a N-scale drop-in decoder for Atlas locomotives. Examples include the following:
Atlas:
- GP40
- SD50
- SD60
See the installation pages for a full list of compatible engines!
Back EMF Load Compensation:
Provides superior slow speed control and high performance under load.
Quiet Drive:
Super-quiet motor control for “buzz” free motor performance.
DC Mode:
Decoder will automatically detect DC power. You can also configure how your lighting effects function on DC.
RailCom®:
This feature allows the decoder to talk to the command station. RailCom supports expansion for new features.
Variable Momentum:
Allows you to make custom acceleration and deceleration curves.
LED Support:
This product does not require external resistors when connecting LED’s.
Incandescent Bulb Support:
This decoder can be used with 12 Volt bulbs.
Function Remapping:
Buttons 0 through 12 may be used to control the lighting functions of this decoder.
Programmable Lighting Effects:
Choose from 20 separate user-programmable lighting effects!
Dimmable Brightness:
Configure multiple different brightness levels for your LED’s or incandescent bulbs.
Decoder Lock:
Feature which prevents accidental/unwanted programming while activated.
Airwire™ Compatible:
Fully compatible with Airwire™ operation.
User-Loadable Speed Tables:
Configure custom speed curves and set speed limits.