K1D4-NC

Decoder
SKU: 1318
    Description

    The K1D4 is a N-scale drop-in decoder designed for Kato and Athearn locomotives. Examples include the following:

    Kato:

    • SD70ACe
    • SD40-2
    • GG1

    Athearn:

    • SD75I

    See the Installation Pages for a full list of compatible engines!

    Note: This version of the K1D4 does not have the copper tabs installed which slip over the motor contacts on the locomotive. Use this version if you need to attach your motor leads using wires.

  • 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.

    Interface Type
    Drop-In
    Dimensions (L x W x H): 2.705" x 0.38" x 0.059" or 68.7mm x 9.64mm x 1.5mm
    Scale: N Scale
    Continuous/Peak: 1.0/2.0 Amp
    Total Functions: 4
    Function Rating: 80 mA
    12V Outputs
    2
    LED Outputs
    2
    Onboard LEDs
    2

    Decoder Literature

    Download K1D4-NC.pdf (518.15 KB)

    Comprehensive Guides

    Wiring Diagram
    Keep-Alive® Wiring Diagram
    K1D4 & K1D4-NC KeepAlive

    One Year Goof Proof Warranty

    All decoders are covered by a one year goof proof warranty. Please return in a small box.
    You MUST register the failed decoder on our website at tcsdcc.com/warranty
    Follow the instructions on the website before returning any decoders to TCS.