WOW101-KA-Steam

Decoder
SKU: 1517
Description

The WOW101 is a universal sound decoder for locomotives with DCC-ready 9-pin plugs, or which cannot accommodate a motherboard or WOWKit. This decoder may be hard-wired or plugged directly into any locomotive with a 9-pin JST plug. The WOW101 is compatible with any T-Series harness, and also includes an auxiliary harness for attaching your speaker, CAM, Keep Alive®, and for the additional lighting functions (F3 and F4). The WOW101-KA-Steam decoder includes a KA3 Keep Alive® included on the auxiliary harness.

NOTE: WOW101 decoders do not have on-board resistors. If you are going to use LED lighting with this product, you must include external resistors.

For a complete list of available sounds, check out the "Sounds List" under the "Documents" tab.

  • CD-Quality Sound:

    • TCS' world-renowned CD-quality sound. 16 Bits of resolution at 44.1kHz sample rate.

  • Keep-Alive®:

    • Included on-board for smooth, stutter-free operation.

  • 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.

  • Variable Momentum:

    • Allows you to make custom acceleration and deceleration curves.

  • 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.

  • CAM:

    • Use a positive voltage trigger to synchronize your chuff rate to your drivers' rotation.

  • Audio Assist®:

    • TCS exclusive auditory feedback programming system. Program your decoder without the need to memorize CV's!

  • User-Loadable Speed Tables:

    • Configure custom speed curves and set speed limits.

  • Throttle Modes:

    • Choose from multiple throttle modes to meet your operating needs.

  • True Scale Sound:

    • A unique WOWSound feature which uses TCS’ exclusive auto-adjusting BEMF technology to automatically change the intensity of the chuff. Prototype Mode also offers dynamic sound volumes which accurately model the real-life equivalent. Also includes pre-programmed acceleration and deceleration values.

  • Rotate Horn/Whistle/Bell

    • Use a single button to rotate through all of the available Horns, Bells, and Whistles on the decoder and select your favorites!

  • Chuffinity

    • By combining a massive library of chuff sounds with a state of the art algorithm, Chuffinity produces a beautiful chorus of chuff sounds without ever producing a looping or predictable pattern. Beautiful, clear, and complex chuffs that never repeat will take you trackside to the days of steam glory!
     

    Interface Type
    Hard-Wire
    Direct-Plug (9-Pin JST)
    Dimensions (L x W x H): 1.35” x .66” x 0.22” or 34.29mm x 16.72mm x 5.59mm
    Scale: HO Scale
    Continuous/Peak: 1.3/2.0 Amp
    Total Functions: 6
    Function Rating: 100 mA
    12V Outputs
    6

    Speaker Selection

    • This decoder is optimized for 8 Ω speakers (not included).
    • This decoder uses and audio amplifier capable of supplying up to 2 Watts of power to an 8 Ohm load at maximum volume. An 8 Ohm speaker with a 1 Watt minimum power rating is recommended for use with this decoder as it comes out of the package. If you are using an 8 Ohm speaker with a power rating of 2 Watts or less, you must reduce your master volume to prevent speaker failure or amplifier stress.
    • The amplifier(s) on a WOWSound product can support speakers with impedance ratings as low as 4 Ohms. A reduction in impedance will require a higher power dissipation rating (more Watts) on said speaker. The minimum power requirement for a 4 Ohm speaker is 4 Watts. If you are using a 4 Ohm speaker with a power rating of 4 Watts or less, you must reduce your master volume to prevent speaker failure or amplifier stress.
    • Speaker enclosures greatly increase speaker performance in most cases - improving the apparent volume by more efficiently directing the flow of air and reducing or eliminating destructive interference.

    Decoder Literature

    Download WOW101-KA-Steam_V4_6.pdf (2.61 MB)

    Programming Tools


    Comprehensive Guides

    Download Comprehensive Programming Guide.pdf (695.09 KB)
    Download WOWSteam Sound Manual v4.pdf (985.98 KB)
    Download Audio Assist Steam V4_6.pdf (775.25 KB)

    Sounds List

    Steam V4 Sound List
    Steam V3 Sound List
    Steam V2 Sound List
    Steam V1 Sound List

    WOWSound Upgrade

    Older versions of WOWSound can be upgraded to the current version. To register for an upgrade, click Here.

    Video Tutorials

    Please view our library of instructional videos at tcsdcc.com/videos for helpful information on using this product.

    Wiring Diagram

    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.