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Posted by D&HRR on Sunday, November 18, 2012 2:05 PM

Thanks for the info, Ill give them a try.

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Posted by Stevert on Sunday, November 18, 2012 12:21 PM

Digitrax DN135PS.  I use it in all my Atlas locos (HO scale).  Handles the current draw just fine, and it should be small enough to fit in the genset. 

For HO scale, it's a good compromise between size, current handling ability, and price.

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Posted by rrinker on Sunday, November 18, 2012 12:03 PM

 Since TCS recommends their DP2X, if you wish to use Digitrax, this would be the DH165IP. I prefer the TCS for better running qualities.

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Posted by LenS on Sunday, November 18, 2012 11:20 AM

Have you tried an N scale decoder? They're significantly smaller.

Len S

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Posted by skagitrailbird on Sunday, November 18, 2012 11:20 AM

I'm not familiar with the Atlas HO Trainman Genset but you might consider an N scale decoder.  I have always liked decoders from TCS.  You might take a look at their N scale M series.

Good luck!

Roger Johnson
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which decoder?
Posted by D&HRR on Sunday, November 18, 2012 10:55 AM

Does anyone know which Digitrax decoder to use in the Atlas HO scale Trainman Genset? I tried a DH123PS but there just isnt enough room to fit it in and ger the shell back on. Thanks

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