Here's a custom sequence YOU can program that turns a boring train into FUN. We took two ready-to-use /////REALMOTION/////tm programs ("RAILYARD" and "CHOO CHOO") and added a few twists. First, our famous little TYCO wakes up with a simple idle. Then the loco "lumbers" forward, pulling out the slack. The train "shudders" as it returns to Idle. Next, the "engineer" engages the wheels. The loco "choos" to a start. After it gets rolling, the "engineer" puts the engine in "high gear". As the train pulls up to the platform, the engineer downshifts back into "low gear". The train "choos" it's way up to the platform. We couldn't resist making the train "stumble" one more time as it comes to rest! Oh yeah, this all happens with hands-off operation (we preferred to relax and watch the ride), but you could just as easily make the train respond to YOUR command. Wouldn't you like to shift "gears" at the push of a button on YOUR engine? The next best thing is if you were in a real locomotive. Now that's  /////REALMOTION/////tm!

 This sequence demonstrates the versatility and control of /////REALMOTION/////tm. First, we placed an SM01 sensor under the track (it's between the railroad tanker cars and the water tower). Then we modified a TYCO brand 1957 Chevy by removing the traction magnets (this lets the car slip and slide more realistically, also making the car much more challenging to control). This animated sequence begins with the engine "ignition" followed by a slow idle. Next, the "driver" dumps the "clutch" to get the car rolling. As the car passes the SM01 Sensor for the first time, the driver "speedshifts", forcing the car to slide as it finishes rounding the front turn (notice how precisely the slide is controlled by /////REALMOTION/////tm). As the car passes over the SM01 sensor for the second time, the "driver" slams the "brakes", forcing the car to skid to a stop (check out the ultra-fast, sensitive response of the SM01 sensor, even at high speeds). The car idles briefly before the driver cuts the motor (hear the characteristic "run on" that is typical of automobile motors).

Some would say the slower, the better. Perhaps you've considered purchasing a more expensive transformer in order to handle your slow/fine speed needs. This sequence demonstrates the finely tuned speed control you can achieve with /////REALMOTION/////tm. We used the same inexpensive TYCO brand 0-6-0 loco used in the "Comin' Round the Mountain" video clip (below) in order to contrast the different performance capabilities even using the same engine. We selected the /////REALMOTION/////tm TWO SPEED program and used an inexpensive (circa 1970's)TYCO brand transformer to control the loco. Our setup time was nil. There were no modifications or programming required. This scene demonstrates slow speed control over an engine that is actually designed for much faster speeds (No cheating allowed; this loco has direct drive, a high gear ratio, and no flywheel to demonstrate your worst case scenario). Precision locos that are truly designed for slower speeds will perform flawlessly!

We used an inexpensive, unmodified, TYCO brand 0-6-0 steamer to recreate this classic railroad scene. This basic sequence demonstrates the "choo-choo" sound and motion associated with steamers. We used one of the /////REALMOTION/////tm Factory Programs (CHOO CHOO) and spent a couple of minutes tuning the program for this loco.

Here's a genuine 1937 LIONEL brand 263E 2-4-2 tinplate steamer. Unmodified and all original, of course. We say the bigger and heavier -- the better! We used the original 100 watt AC transformer too. The scene depicts the loco "downshifting" as it passes by you (with /////REALMOTION/////tm you can simulate mechanical gear shifting and variable torque loading). You'll wish YOUR unmodified vintage lionel sounded this realistic. It can with /////REALMOTION/////tm.

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