PS514 70W Universal AC Power Supply, For use with Digitrax 5 amp Starter Sets and accessories in multiple track scales and utility supply usages.
Note: PS514 should not be used with Zephyr or Zephyr Xtra Starter Sets. The PS314 supplied with the Zephyr Xtra or equivalent supply should be used with Zephyrs.
Note: PS514 should not be used with DCS200 or 8 amp starter sets. These should use the PS2012 or other power supply that can supply 8 amps.
The two "POWER IN" terminals on all Digitrax boosters & command stations are the power input connections. Digitrax recommends the PS514 to power the DC200 and DB150. Set the voltage setting on the PS514 to 16.8v or 19v. The PS2012 can also be used to power the DCS100 and DB150. The "Y" cable provided with the PS2012 has an embedded 5 amp current protection. The PS2012 can also be used to power the DCS200. The "Y" cable is not suitable for use with the DCS200 since it has an 8 amp. output. When powering your layout, make sure that all polarities and ...
The PS615 is the Digitrax recommended power supply for the DCS240 in 5 amp mode. For operations at 8 amps the PS2012 is the recommended power supply. When using the PS2012 special wiring considerations need to be used when powering both the DCS240 and legacy boosters from the same PS2012. Leagacy boosters are defined as the DCS100, DCS200, DB150, DB200 or DB100. Please see the separate article “Powering your DCS240 with a PS2012” and the additional notes below. The DCS240 may be powered either using the barrel plug connector or the screw terminals labeled “+” and “- “. The barrel ...
The answer to this question applies to all Empire Builder sets including Super Empire Builder XtraQ: I have just purchased a Super Empire Builder set. My expectations are for it to operate an N-Scale switching layout right now with future expansion to a larger N-Scale layout. I am a little confused as to which power supply I would need at this time. I am reading about power supplies and inline fuses, all of which is a little overwhelming to me as I am getting back into the hobby. Can you recommend which power supply will be better for me as ...
This document outlines the power requirements for Digitrax LocoNet accessories. To simplify wiring, Digitrax recommends providing individual power supplies for like accessories. For example a power supply or power buss which only powers the PM42s. A power supply or power buss used solely to power multiple DS64s. UR9x and UP5 panels can be daisy chained provided adequate current is provided to properly power all the panels. Through the use of individual power supplies, the chance of Ground Loops or sneak paths back to ground is minimized. Using individual power supplies will also make troubleshooting much easier. Many Digitrax LocoNet ...