SoundTraxx 852001 | DCC Mobile Decoder MC1H102P8 | HO Scale

The SoundTraxx 852001 is the MC1H102P8 DCC mobile decoder — a motor and lighting decoder without sound, for HO scale locomotives. It is rated 1 amp and connects by nmra 8-pin direct plug. As an MC1 series decoder it operates on DCC only — it needs a command station and will not run on a plain DC power pack. Motor control is SoundTraxx Hyperdrive. Features DCC operation — requires a DCC command station 14 Hyperlight lighting effects across 2 function outputs — Mars Light, Pyle National Gyralite, single and dual strobes, Western-Cullen D312 rotary beacon, Prime Stratolite, Type I and II ditch lights with grade-crossing logic, dimmable headlight, Dyno-Light and FRED Rule 17 or directional lighting control, grade-crossing timers, adjustable flash rate and LED brightness correction Hyperdrive motor control for smooth low-speed running NMRA DCC compliant, made in Durango, Colorado More Information Item Number: SoundTraxx 852001 Model: MC1H102P8 Type: Mobile decoder — motor and lighting, no sound Scale: HO scale Decoder Size: 17 x 17 x 7mm Connection: NMRA 8-pin direct plug Max. Motor Stall Current: 1A Function Outputs: 2 (100mA each) Operating Modes: DCC only Max. Track Voltage: 22V Motor Control: Hyperdrive Shop the full SoundTraxx range, compare every DCC decoder we stock, or find install parts in DCC wiring. Want engine sound as well? Look at the sound decoders instead — this one is motor and lights only. FAQ Does this make engine sound? No. Mobile decoders drive the motor and lights only. For sound, choose a Tsunami2, Blunami or Econami sound decoder. Will it run on my DC power pack? No. This is an MC1 series decoder and is DCC only — it needs a command station. If you need DC too, choose an MC2 series decoder such as the 852002 or 852003. What does the model number mean? MC1H102P8 breaks down as: MC1 series (DCC only), H for HO scale, 1 amp, 02 function outputs, and the connector type. Will it fit my locomotive? It measures 17 x 17 x 7mm and connects by nmra 8-pin direct plug. Check that against your locomotive before ordering — the other MC decoders use different connectors and sizes.