The Manifest Newsliner, Volume 13 - ©2016 Tony's Train Exchange

Welcome to Volume 13 of The Manifest Newsliner, which includes a mix of product information, model railroading and DCC tips, along with new product announcements. The Newsliner will keep you apprised of pre-order deadlines, expected delivery dates, and provide useful information about DCC components and their correct operation. It will also include track layout design and wiring, and many more Tony's exclusive model railroading tips. If you do not wish to receive this newsletter, please click on the SafeUnsubscribe link at the bottom of the page.  If you need to update your email information, click here:  Update Profile/Email Address link

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Featured In This Issue
NewTsunami2


SoundTraxx has expanded their exciting new Tsunami2 sound decoder line with the new TSU-PNP, which is now in stock. They have also announced the new TSU-21P (21 Pin format) and TSU-4400 (Large scale 4 amp decoder). 

TSU-PNP
 
The TSU-PNP incorporates mounting provisions for many of the major diesel model manufacturers, such as Atlas, InterMountain and Bowser, into one board.  This 6-function decoder measures 73.7mm x 16.8mm x 4.8mm and is expected to be a top-seller!  This board is equipped with a 2-pin connector for the Current Keeper (P.N. 810140) and consolidates most of the original Tsunami Plug and Play-style boards (TSU-AT1000, TSU-BW1000, TSU-GN1000 and TSU-IM1000) into a single design!  



 
TSU-21P
 
SoundTraxx announced the new Tsunami2 TSU-21P (21 pin) sound decoder at the NRMA National Train Show. 1 Amp, 6-function decoder compatible with the 21-pin NEM connector commonly used in Europe.  This mates easily with the motherboard in many of today's DCC-ready models that use this connector, including such manufacturers as Atlas, Bowser, Fox Valley and InterMountain. These decoders are expected in late summer 2016 but you can put in your pre-orders now! 
 


 
TSU-4400
 
Also announced at the NRMA National Train Show, The TSU-4400 is a new 4 Amp, 6-function decoder perfect for O and larger scales.  With easy-to-use terminal blocks, this universal decoder will be available in steam, diesel and electric versions. We expect these decoders to ship from SoundTraxx later this fall but you can pre-order yours now on our website! 



BlackstoneModels
Tony's is an Authorized Dealer for BlackStone Models

Blackstone Models has developed a reputation for exceptional, prototypically realistic HOn3 locomotives and rolling stock and you can get great prices on their full line of products through Tony's. 

Design and Construction

Blackstone Models engineers have designed these models for operational reliability, spending much effort to ensure exceptional slow speed operation and the smallest operating radius possible. All drivers and tender wheels pick up track power, providing smooth running over even the most finicky switches without stalling or derailing. Running HOn3 trains is fun again!
 
These locomotives are ready-to-run right out of the box and meet NMRA specifications for HOn3. Die-cast construction provides excellent detail while furnishing the additional weight needed for reliable operation and superior pulling power. Golden white LEDs provide hours of maintenance-free running.

Amazing Details

Exhaustive research of the prototypes through first-hand measurements, historical photos and railroad blueprints result in some of the finest models ever built.
Model variations are built with their own unique details, such as handrail location, number boards, cabs, tenders, headlights, ladders, and more, and often have more than 100 hand-placed detail parts.
 
Historically Accurate Lettering

Painstakingly researched, the logos, fonts and positioning varies from locomotive to locomotive as appropriate for the prototype practice of the day.
 
The Sound System

Blackstone Models locomotives come equipped with a custom SoundTraxx® Tsunami® Digital Sound Decoder. Tsunami is a high performance sound system for the modern model railroader providing the benefits of today's Digital Command Control (DCC) technology with the addition of high quality, digital onboard sound. These locomotives are also capable of operating on a DC, or analog, layout. This means you can take your model to visit an HOn3 layout running with a conventional power pack. Click below to view the locomotives currently available from Blackstone Models. 



LocoAnnouncements
Locomotive Announcements: Ready for Pre-Orders!
The new locomotive announcements just keep coming in! These are just some of the pre-orders available. You can rest assured that we offer some of the best prices you can find along with Tony award winning customer service on all of the locomotives lines we carry!  Don't see what you want, CALL US!  1-800-978-3472 
AtlasHOalcoS-2
Atlas HO Scale ALCo S-2 Switchers
 
 
*Available in DC or ESU LokSound & DCC

Expected Winter 2017

AtlasNs-2
Atlas N Scale ALCo S-2 Switchers
 
 
*Available in DC or ESU LokSound & DCC 
 
Expected Winter 2017

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BowserGMDsd40-2f
Bowser HO GMD SD40-2F, CP Rail

*Available in DC or ESU LokSound & DCC

Expected Late Fall 2016
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BLIcoL-1hudson
Broadway Limited Imports HO C&O L-1 Brass Hybrid
*Equipped with Paragon3 Sound & DCC
We have a limited quantity pre-ordered and they have stopped taking new
pre-orders at BLI, so don't delay in placing your order! 

Expected November 2016
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KatoNemdSDP40F
Kato N EMD SDP40F
*Available in DC or ESU LokSound & DCC

Expected Late Summer 2016


Video_Review
Video Review: Bowser HO Baldwin S-12 Switcher with
ESU Loksound + TCS Keep Alive
We have another fine sample of a recent Bowser HO scale release, the Baldwin S-12. Click the image below to check out our review of this locomotive with a TCS 1622 motherboard (with built in Keep Alive capacitors), an ESU LokSound Select 21 pin decoder and TDS SuperSonic Mini Speakers, all installed by the DCC installation experts here at Tony's. 
 


 
Tonys_Installations
Professional Sound & DCC Installations - Tony's Does That! 
We have over 25 years' experience installing decoders/receivers/sound systems in all shapes and sizes of locomotives from "N" scale to "G" scale. We guarantee all of our work for  3 0 days. Please contact us via phone at 1-800-978-3472 or email at [email protected] and we can provide you with a more accurate quote for your specific Locomotive/s. 
 
Current_In_Stock_Locos
In-Stock Locomotives:
Get your Christmas shopping done early this year with
rock-bottom sale prices on most everything we have in stock!  

Tony's has a large selection of the most popular locomotives currently available in both DC and Sound & DCC. Scroll through the listings below to find yours.
Athearn
 
Athearn Stock Reduction Sale In Progress!
(Sale Prices In Red Only Apply To In Stock Models) 

HO Genesis Steam 
   
4-8-8-4 Big Boy    Snd $399.95, DC $339.95     


4-6-6-4 Challenger
   Snd $389.95, DC $329.95  


SP MT-4 4-8-2   Snd $269.96, DC $209.95                              


HO Genesis Diesels


EMD GP7    Snd $194.95, DC $134.95 


EMD GP9 & GP9B
   Snd $194.95, DC $134.95 



EMD MP15AC 
JUST IN! 




EMD SD45-2   JUST IN! 




EMD SD70ACe
   Snd $199.95, DC $134.95 


EMD SD70M UP Flare Side



GE ES44AC     Snd $199.95, DC $134.95 
 
   

HO Ready-to-Roll Diesels


EMD SD40    Snd $119.95...WOW! 


EMD SD40-2   DC $94.95
 

EMD SD40T-2   DC $94.95
 

EMD SD45   DC $94.95
 

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Atlas

                                                                                 
HO Diesels              

FM H16-44   Snd $159.95, DC $99.95 

NRE Genset  DC $79.95
                                                                     

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Bachmann
 
                 
HO Steam              

2-8-2 USRA Mikado   DC $159.95

Climax  DCC $209.95
 


HO Diesels              
                                 

 
HO Electrics             

HO GG-1  Sound Value $169.95







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  Bowser
  
 
Bowser Stock Reduction Sale In Progress!
(Sale Prices In Red Only Apply To In Stock Models) 
       

HO Diesels              

 HO GMD SD40-2    DC $129.95
                                 

 
 
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BLI_In_stock

Broadway Ltd. Imports Stock Reduction Sale In Progress!
(Sale Prices In Red Only Apply To In Stock Models) 


HO Steam              

2-8-0 PRR H10 Consolidation    Par2 Sound $284.95

2-8-2 PRR L1s   Par3 Sound $284.95

2-10-0 PRR I1sa   Par3 Sound $284.95   

4-8-2 PRR M1a/M1b   Par3 Sound $284.95


4-12-2 UP Brass Hybrid  

4-6-2 PRR K4 Pacific   Par3 Sound $284.95



HO Diesels

ALCo RSD-15  Par2 Sound $177.95  

EMD E6   Par2 Sound, as low as $184.95

EMD E7    Par2 Sound, as low as $184.95

EMD E8   Par2 Sound, as low as $184.95

EMD SD7   Par2 Sound, as low as $184.95     

EMD SD9   Par2 Sound, as low as $184.95       
                          
 


HO Diesels                                                                                                                           
EMD GP60M    With ESU LokSound $184.95
                                                                       


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  Intermountain
  
HO Diesels  

GE Norfolk Southern ES44AC      JUST IN! 

GE Norfolk Southern ES44DC    With ESU LokSound
                                                     $199.95 

Kato
 


EMD SD40-2 w/TCS Sound & DCC    $319.95 $279.95
(With Tony's Installed Sound & Operating Ditch Lights) 

EMD SD70MAC w/TCS Sound & DCC   $319.95 $279.95
(With Tony's Installed Sound & Operating Ditch Lights) 

  KoreaBrassLocos
 
HO Diesels 

GE U25C    DC $129.95
                   With TCS Sound + Keep Alive $189.95
                    

*Sorry, we still have no word from Korea Brass when
the new road names will be available.

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Rivarossi

 

HO Steam

Heisler    DC, As low as $179.95
          
  0-6-0 S-100 Switcher   $99.95


HO Diesels

GE U25C    DC $159.95,  With ESU LokSound $209.95

GE U28C    With ESU LokSound $209.95

                              
 
TonysTips 

Locomotive Speed Matching Made Easy

We get tons of calls and emails from guys asking us how they can get their locomotives to run well together in consist. So, here's an article on speed matching to help you get all of your locomotives running up to the same speed! 
 



You can find many great articles in the Tony's Tips section of our website, covering all aspects of model railroading, especially in regards to DCC. 

 
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Thank you for reading through our 13th issue of The Manifest Newsliner. If you want to continue receiving these monthly newsletters, remember to make sure this email address ( [email protected] ) is added to your contact list and marked as a good email address so it doesn't get accidentally put into your spam folder. T o comment on the newsletter or if you have a question or suggestion, send us an email to  [email protected]   or call us at  1-800-978-3472 .

 
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