Decoder Dr. takes the fear out of DCC.
This is a first of its kind device that offers modelers the absolute easiest way to program an NMRA compatible decoder. Any brand, any scale.
It also delivers uncomplicated decoder testing, effortless readback and instant “restore” to factory default settings. It's a tool that a can be appreciated by beginners and intermediate modelers. In addition, experienced DCC railroaders will appreciate It's ease of use and multi-purpose versatility.
We've designed Decoder Dr. to be so user-friendly that most of the operating instructions are printed right on the back of the unit. Nothing could be more straightforward, uncomplicated and easy to use.
Got questions? Here are the answers.
Q. What is Decoder Dr.?
A. No matter what decoder or DCC system the modeler owns, regardless of the brand or scale, MRC’s Decoder Dr. is unequivocally the easiest way to program NMRA compatible decoders. No instruction manual techno-talk, no endless scrolling through a menu.
Q. What else can Decoder Dr. Do?
A. In addition to being the absolute easiest way to assign and reassign decoder addresses - two digit or four digit, Decoder Dr. provides:
- The simplest way to test decoder functions prior to installation as well once onboard.
- Fast, readback capabilities for most decoders
- One button “restore” that resets most decoders to their factory default settings
- An ability to program CV’s with extreme ease
Q. Just how easy is it to assign or reassign a short or long address with Decoder Dr.?
A. To begin with, when using Decoder Dr. you never have to worry about whether It's a short or long address, or if you’re going from short to a long or vice versa. Use Decoder Dr. to program any address from 1-9999 into any decoder using these three simple steps:
- Press: Prog. Addr. key
- Put in the address
- Press: Enter key.
It's as easy as 1,2,3 and you’re done. Ready-to-run. Decoder Dr. takes the fear out of programming
Q. Will modelers find that programming CV functions with Decoder Dr. is as easy as assigning an address?
A. Yes. There’s no scrolling through menus to find the right screen. Here’s all there is to it:
- Press: Prog.CV key
- Enter the CV number
- Enter the CV data.
- Press: the enter key
Q. How easy is it to test decoders with Decoder Dr.?
A. To test before installing the decoder in a loco, simply plug the decoder into the 8-pin NMRA socket in Decoder Dr. To test after the decoder is installed in a loco, put the loco on the test track, then test all functions.
Q. What's involved in resetting a decoder to factory defaults with Decoder Dr.?
A. To reset a decoder to the manufacturer’s factory settings simply..
- Press: Sys.
- Press: 0
- Press Enter That‘s it.
Q. What about Decoder Dr.'s easy readback feature?
- A. To read an address simply Press: Read Addr.
- To read a CV value Press: Read CV,
- enter the CV number and Press: Enter.
(Note: Some decoders require a special booster when doing readback. Decoder Dr. saves you money by eliminating the need to purchase a booster for the readback feature.)
