Lionel PMBR Power Bridge Remote Control Toy Train Transmitter User Manual
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#996 PowerMaster Bridge
Owner’s Manual
72-4279-250
10/08
CAUTION—ELECTRICALLY OPERATED PRODUCT
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE.
AS WITH ALL ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED
DURING HANDLING AND USE TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK.
TRANSFORMER RATINGS—INPUT: 120 VAC; 60 HZ ONLY.
AC OUTPUT: 9 V; 700
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Lionel
#996 PowerMaster Bridge
Owner’s Manual
Congratulations on your purchase of the Lionel #996 PowerMaster Bridge. Layouts using the
Lionel PowerMaster (6-24130) can transition to full CAB-2 operation with the #996 PowerMaster
Bridge. The PowerMaster Bridge allows you to replace your TMCC CAB-1 with a Legacy CAB-2 to vary
track voltage, change locomotive direction, adjust speed, and control sounds remotely.
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Congratulations!
Table of contents
Operating your PowerHouse Power Supply safely 3
Introduction to the PowerMaster Bridge 4
Connecting your PowerMaster Bridge to the Lionel LEGACY Control System 5
Troubleshooting 6
Notes 7
Limited Warranty/Lionel Service 8
FCC Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The term
“IC” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
Warning!
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Operating your PowerMaster Bridge safely
When using electrical products, follow these basic safety precautions:
• Read these instructions thoroughly before using this device.
• The PowerMaster Bridge is not recommended for children under fourteen years of age.
• Parents should periodically inspect the PowerMaster Bridge for potential hazards and have
them repaired by an authorized Lionel Service Center. In the event that such a condition
exists, the PowerMaster Bridge should not be used until it has been properly repaired.
• The PowerMaster Bridge is intended to be used indoors. Do not use the PowerMaster Bridge
if water is present. Serious or fatal injuries may result.
• Do not use the PowerMaster Bridge for anything other than its intended purpose. This unit
was designed to operate with the Lionel LEGACY Control System.
• The PowerMaster Bridge was designed to operate on 120-volt, 60-Hz power. Do not connect
the PowerMaster Bridge to any other source of power.
• Do not operate the PowerMaster Bridge with a damaged cord, plug, or case.
• To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not disassemble the PowerMaster Bridge. There are
no user-serviceable parts inside. If damaged, take the unit to an authorized Lionel Service
Center. See page 8.
• Unplug the PowerMaster Bridge from the power source when not in use.
Do not operate your railroad unattended. Obstructed accessories or stalled trains
may overheat, resulting in damage to your layout.
Caution!
The following Lionel marks may be used throughout this instruction manual and are protected under law. All
rights reserved.
Lionel®, TrainMaster®, Odyssey®, RailSounds®, CrewTalk™, TowerCom™, DynaChuff™, StationSounds™,
Pullmor®, ElectroCoupler™, Magne-Traction®, CAB-1® Remote Controller, PowerMaster®, Lionel ZW®, ZW®,
PowerHouse®, TMCC®, Lionelville™, Lockon®, Wireless Tether™, LionMaster®, FatBoy™, American Flyer®,
TrainSounds™, PowerMax™, LEGACY™, PowerMax™ Plus, Odyssey II™, LEGACY RailSounds™
The name FasTrack® is used with permission from Pitsco, Inc.
Warning!
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Introduction to the PowerMaster Bridge
The #996 PowerMaster Bridge provides a bridge between the LEGACY Control System
transmitting at 2.4 GHz and the TrainMaster Command Control system which transmits at
27 MHz. The PowerMaster Bridge provides this bridge by accepting a serial stream of data from
the LEGACY Control System and trasmitting the data on 27 MH. Using the LEGACY Control
System with the PowerMaster Bridge and PowerMaster (PM-1) module(s), you are now able
to use the LEGACY Control System CAB-2 remote controller to control both newer trains and
older trains. Before the introduction of the PowerMaster Bridge it would have required the use
of the LEGACY Control System CAB-2 remote controller to control the newer trains and the
TrainMaster Command Control CAB-1 remote controller to control the older trains using a
PowerMaster (PM-1) module(s). The PowerMaster Bridge only transmits 27 MHz when there is
serial data supplied to be transmitted.
The operation of the PowerMaster Bridge allows you to control the voltage on a section of
track by using a PowerMaster (PM-1) module. To simulate the track voltage a light can be
attached to the output of the Power Master (PM-1) module. By addressing the PowerMaster
(PM-1) module a hand controller unit would be able to change the brightness of the light
attached to the module output.
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Connecting your PowerMaster Bridge to the Lionel Legacy Control
System
The “Y” cord that comes with your Lionel Legacy Control System makes it possible to use the
PowerMaster Bridge with the Legacy Control System. Follow the steps below and refer to figure 1
to connect the PowerMaster Bridge to the Legacy Control System.
1. Use the “Y” cable that comes with your Lionel Legacy Control System to connect the PowerMaster
Bridge to the Legacy Command Base/Charger.
2. Plug the wallpack power cable into the PowerMaster Bridge.
3. Plug the wallpack into a standard wall outlet. The green light on the top of the PowerMaster
Bridge will illuminate.
You are now able to vary track voltage, change locomotive direction, adjust speed, and control
sounds with your CAB-2 remote controller. The red communication light on the top of the
PowerMaster Bridge will flicker when receiving data commands from the Legacy System when
connected to the “Y” cord as shown in figure 1.
Do not use the PowerMaster Bridge wallpack to power any other device.
#996 PowerMaster
Bridge #990 LEGACY Command
Base/Charger
TMCC
Controller
(such as TPC
or ASC)
Command
Base Cable
(6-14191
Signal wire to layout
Figure 1. Connecting your PowerMaster Bridge
Note!
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Troubleshooting Guide
My PowerMaster Bridge comm. light flickers but does not control my PowerMaster
with my CAB2 controller?
• Make sure that the track address is not assigned to a lash-up.
• Make sure that your PowerMaster’s track address is the same as the desired address being
used.
• Make sure that your PowerMaster is not using a alternate frequency other then the stock
crystal that it is sold with.
My PowerMaster Bridge power light does not light up?
• Check and see if the power jack is fully inserted into the PowerMaster Bridge.
• Make Sure that the Transformer is plugged fully into the outlet socket.
• If using a power strip make sure that the power strip is turned on or the trip circuit does
not need resetting.
My PowerMaster Bridge power light is on but the comm. light does not flicker?
• Make sure that the Y cord is fully inserted into the Legacy base and the PowerMaster
Bridge.
• Make sure that the Legacy Command Base/Charger is plugged in and power is on.
• Make sure you are using the Cab 2 controller and not the Cab -1 controller.
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Notes
Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & Service
This Lionel product, including all mechanical and electrical components, moving parts, motors and structural compo-
nents, with the exception of LIGHT BULBS & LED’s are warranted to the original owner-purchaser for a period of one
year from the original date of purchase against original defects in materials or workmanship when purchased
through a Lionel Authorized Retailer*.
This warranty does NOT cover the following: Normal wear and tear, Light bulbs or LED’s, Defects appearing in the course of
commercial use, or Damage resulting from abuse/misuse of the product.
Transfer of this product by the original owner-purchaser to another person voids this warranty in its entirety. Modification of
this product in any way; visually mechanically or electronically, voids the warranty in its entirety.
Any warranted product which is defective in original materials or workmanship and is delivered by the original owner-
purchaser (this warranty is non-transferrable) to Lionel LLC or any Lionel Authorized Service Station MUST be accompanied
by the original receipt for purchase (or copy) from an Lionel Authorized Retailer*, will at the discretion of Lionel LLC,
be repaired or replaced, without charge for parts or labor. In the event the defective product cannot be repaired, and a suitable
replacement is not available, Lionel will offer to replace the product with a comparable model (determined by Lionel
LLC), if available. In the event a comparable model is not available the customer will be refunded the original purchase
price (requires proof of purchase from the Lionel Authorized Retailer* it was originally purchased). Any products on
which warranty service is sought must be sent freight or postage prepaid (Lionel will refuse any package when postage is due).
Transportation and shipping charges are not covered as part of this warranty.
NOTE: Products that require service that do not have a receipt from an LIONEL AUTHORIZED
RETAILER* will be required to pay for all parts required to repair the product (labor will not incur
a charge) providing the product is not older than 5 years from date of manufacture and is within 1
year from date of purchase. A copy of the original sales receipt is required.
In no event shall Lionel LLC be held liable for incidental or consequential damages.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not
apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
Instructions for Obtaining Service
If service for this Lionel LLC product is required; bring the item, along with your DATED sales receipt and completed warranty
information (at the bottom of this page) to the nearest Lionel Authorized Service Station. Your nearest Lionel Service Station
can be found by calling 1-800-4-LIONEL or by accessing the website at www.lionel.com.
If you prefer to send your Lionel product directly to Lionel, for repair you must FIRST call 586-949-4100 extension 9105 or
FAX Lionel at 586-949-5429 or write to Customer Service, 50625 Richard W. Blvd, Chesterfield, MI 48051-2493. Please have the
6-digit Lionel product number, the date of original purchase, the dealer where the item was purchased and what seems to be
the problem. You will receive a Verbal return authorization (RA) number to ensure your merchandise will be properly tracked
and handled upon receipt at Lionel LLC.
Once you have your Return Authorization (RA) number, make sure the item is packed in its original Styrofoam inner con-
tainer which is placed inside the original outer display box (this will help prevent damage during shipping and handling).
This shipment MUST be prepaid and we recommend that it be insured with the carrier of your choice.
Please make sure you have followed all of the above instructions carefully before returning any merchandise for service. You
may choose to have your product repaired by one of Lionel LLC’s Authorized Service Stations after its warranty has expired. A
reasonable service fee should be expected once the product warranty has expired.
Warranty Information
Please complete the information below and keep it, along with your DATED ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT. You MUST
present this form AND your DATED SALES RECEIPT when requesting warranty service.
*A complete listing of Lionel Authorized retailers can be found by calling 1-800-4-LIONEL or by visiting our website at
www.lionel.com.
Products that are more than 5 years old, from date of manufacture, are not applicable for warranty coverage, even
if they have never been sold prior to this date. (Under no circumstance shall any components or labor be provided free
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