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Reply to "TIU MODIFICATION - SERVICE BULLETIN"

Eddie,

So, if I have a layout connected to my TIU and I get the error messages specifically listed when I run PS 2 and 3 engines, my TIU needs the mod, right?

Not necessarily.

There are a variety of reasons, other than a defective TIU, that will yield those and other error messages. These reasons typically fall into the following categories:

  • Poor wiring
  • Convoluted and track topology
  • Loose transceiver in the remote and/or TIU
  • Engine problems
  • Dirty tracks, wheels or pickup rollers
  • Operator error.

I'd suggest that you revise your statement above to be something on the order of the following:

So, if I have a short test track connected to my TIU with the TIU connected to the DCS Remote, and I get the error messages specifically listed when I run a known, good PS2 or PS3 engine, my TIU may be a candidate for the mod.

Regarding your statement:

On the other hand, I think a TIU that has "degraded or total loss of transmit DCS signal to the engine giving you Check Track or No Engine On Track error message when adding or running PS2 or PS3 engines." should be repaired at MTH's expense.... it's a defective product!

I would agree that MTH should foot the bill for the repairif the TIU is under warranty, just like for any other usage-inflicted damage to the TIU.

All of the above is just my opinion and is not based on any discussions with MTH.

Last edited by Barry Broskowitz

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