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Re: Does anyone know how to modify a train controler?
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lugnet.trains
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Sat, 27 Oct 2001 22:07:27 GMT
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In lugnet.trains, Steve Barile writes:
> How many out there are interested in a non-LEGO circuit board that can
> physically directly replace the one in the LEGO controller? It would provide
> nice linear pulsed (smooth at slow speeds) speed control.
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> How much would you spend, $20, $40, $60?
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> I thought about adding a potentiometer to limit the upper speed that could
> be accessed with a small screw driver through a hole, that optionally could
> be drilled in the base opposite the AC plug.
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> I also thought about an IR remote receiver. Another hole would be needed for
> the IR receiver.
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> Any comments?
> SteveB
I'd be interested in a pulsed controller, but only at a fairly low price.
Also I'd want a steady 9V take-off for running my point motors. Not so sure
about the IR, but it would be cool if the IR actually rotated the dial, like
my stereo's IR volume control!
Jason J Railton
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| How many out there are interested in a non-LEGO circuit board that can physically directly replace the one in the LEGO controller? It would provide nice linear pulsed (smooth at slow speeds) speed control. How much would you spend, $20, $40, $60? I (...) (23 years ago, 26-Oct-01, to lugnet.trains)
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