The RCS controllers are state of the art systems for electric locomotive control. As the range is regularly updated to keep apace with technology, precise details e.g. sizes, may vary from those quoted below. Please ask if further details are required. There are three distinct categories of control, that of controlling the power to the track, the `on board' power supply and the system developed for live steam locomotives. With the RCS system, all types are controlled by identical hand sets. These hand sets generate a radio signal which is then received in either the trackside control box or the `on board' controller. The hand sets are small and held in one hand, with no protruding aerial and the signal will even penetrate walls etc. The transmitters and receivers are available in a choice of frequencies (yellow is standard) and are further encodable so that many systems can be operated at the same time without affecting each other.
The RCS systems need no extra radio receivers or transmitter. There are no interference problems with the RCS system and judging by customer feedback, we honestly believe it to be the best, trouble free, easy to use control system available.

NO “GLITCHING” OR “RUSTY BOLT EFFECT”. The RCS R/C system transmits signals that are digitally encoded and Pulse Code modulated. It is NOT possible for RF interference to cause “GLITCHING” or the “RUSTY BOLT EFFECT”. Set the speed and direction and the servo stays put. The rails can even be used as part of the aerial system!

`IN TRAIN' SYSTEM FOR LIVE STEAM - Digital FM PCM

Purpose designed for steam locomotive control, giving smooth, 'glitch' free operation. The system comprises a new smaller receiver (14mm x 25mm x 45mm) and decoder for the loco and a handheld transmitter. Batteries, switch and servos are required. The four buttons of the transmitter control direction change, throttle opening, an emergency stop and a new nudge function. Being controlled by a bespoke programmed microprocessor, intelligent features are built in and now you can vary the functions and servo throws with the easy to program feature. With the SD-10 system, by pressing the extra buttons, more functions can be arranged, e.g. triggering electronic sounds or servos, light switching etc. Directional lighting outputs are standard on the SD-10
Decoder sizes: SD-10 15mm x 33mm x 56mm
The systems are designed for two servo locos such as Roundhouse - this unit may also be used with slip eccentric locomotives like Millie, Sammie or Bertie.

SD-10 RADIO SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING DIRECTION, SPEED, EMERGENCY STOP AND NUDGE PLUS AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS AND LIGHT OUTPUTS

IN TRAIN' REMOTE BATTERY SYSTEM - Digital FM PCM
 

These systems have the controller mounted either in the locomotive or in a trailing wagon or coach. Power is generally derived from batteries similarly located. Alternatively, with special order systems, power may be collected from the track, i.e. the track being at full voltage without control, thus enabling any number of trains to operate simultaneously and without any complex wiring.
The RCS controller does much as the steam system, is similarly microprocessor controlled and programmable to suit varying requirements. The compact transmitter TX-4 has 4 buttons for accelerate, brake, direction and one touch emergency stop. The unit's size is 96mm x 56mm x 22mm and requires a 9volt (PP3) battery. Four frequencies are available, yellow, red, black or green. Each frequency also has many code-able channels which will not interfere with each other. The TX-24 transmitter is the same in operation and has the capacity for auxiliary functions e.g. lights on/off, trigger sound systems for whistle/horn, bell, engine rev up - or whatever you want to control!
 
On board the train, the new small receiver (RX) is 14mm x 25mm x 45mm and is connected by pre wired cables to the throttle board.  Acceleration and braking rates are adjustable (one of the programming functions. Programming is also possible on some of the auxiliary functions), and with many, constant, directional lighting outputs are included.

BASIC2 Radio control system comprising 4 function TX-4 transmitter, RX receiver and throttle board (80mm x 30mm x 14mm) with interconnecting RX cable. The throttle board now incorporates the RF chokes. 30VA max power, battery 7.2 volts to 30V max.

In addition to the above systems, you will need batteries, switch, fuse, wire etc.

We use the following on our Elite controlled Cricket and Baguley Drewery locos.
RF-CHK Chokes mounted on a small circuit board for wiring between motor and control board, reducing motor interference. May be used with Basic 3/6, Elite or EVO
Dimensions: 40mm x 20mm x 11mm

TRACK POWER CONTROL SYSTEM

These systems have the receiver as the controller, wired between a transformer and the track. Therefore, the radio signal transmits to the controller which in turn, varies the track voltage. There are controllers for different amperages, making this system useful in all scales. In the garden, typically the train can be followed along and full control is effected by the hand held transmitter. Like the other RCS systems, in built inertia not only cuts out interference, it helps to operate the train smoothly and prototypically.
The units will work with all motors including coreless and require a supply voltage of 14 to 18 volts DC. The transmitter can also operate up to three trackside accessory modules to trigger points, signals or whatever.

TITAN-3 3 Amp two rail controller with TX-24 transmitter
10 amp units also available.

EVOLUTION RADIO CONTROL FROM RCS

Using the RCS 'No glitch' technology, this system controls battery powered trains and is for use with conventional radio control, the controller plugging directly into your 27, 40MHz or 2.4 GHz receiver. Using a centre sprung transmitter stick, push the stick forwards to accelerate forwards and back to brake or reverse - let go of the stick and it carries on until you give it another command. Requires conventional radio transmitter and receiver. With an optional switch device - directional lights and ancillary (e.g. sound) switching.


EVO-B2 2 Amp (30VA) version for 7 to 15 volt batteries. Dimensions: 80mm x 30mm x 14mm
Like the BASIC2, this unit has integral RF chokes

EVO-B5 5 Amp (75VA) version for 14 to 18 volt batteries. Dimensions: 95mm x 50mm x 23mm
10 amp versions are also available

EVO-E3 Using the Elite 3 board, this unit also gives directional lighting outputs and two radio controllable auxiliary outputs from the other channel. 45VA max power, battery 12 to 24 volts.

The EVO control boards can also be configured to operate as auto shuttle units with the addition of reed switches and magnets.