Programing new Tsunami chip

power boat jim Feb 10, 2021

  1. power boat jim

    power boat jim TrainBoard Member

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    No problem it is a Genesis SD 60E veterans unit.
     
  2. N-Jineer

    N-Jineer TrainBoard Member

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    Did you install a 6 Function TSU-PNP (885013) or a TSU-21PNEM (885009)?
    I'm now wondering if your problem is that your Genesis 2.0 unit requires the new 8 function deocoder such as the TSU-PNP8 (885813) or the TSU-21PNEM8 (885809).
     
  3. power boat jim

    power boat jim TrainBoard Member

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    It is the TSU 21 PNEM PN 885009. So we have that going for us.
     
  4. N-Jineer

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    Send an email to support@soundtraxx.com or fill in the Customer Support on the Soundtraxx website outlining the issue. George will be able to steer you in the right direction.
     
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    power boat jim TrainBoard Member

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    Thank you for your help I will give them a try.
     
  6. N-Jineer

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    PBJ - I'm currently installing Current Keeper IIs in my Athearn Genesis ES44AC, ES40DC and my Gen 2.0 SD90MAC ph.II (all factory fitted Tsunami 2) and I've discovered that they all have the new 8 function Tsunami 2 boards.

    It does look like you do need an 8 Function decoder in your Veterans unit. 6 functions aren't enough to run flashing ditchlights (front and rear), Headlights, Rearlights, Numberboards and Groundlights.
     
  7. power boat jim

    power boat jim TrainBoard Member

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    Well, you are right the package says 6 out puts. I am guessing at this point I will keep what I have and simply adjust it to what works best. Investing in another chip isnt realistic at this point. It runs fine in a consist. Thanks for getting me this far.
     
  8. N-Jineer

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    No probs.
    Soundtraxx are only making the 8 Function decoders now, so when you need to get another 21 PIN Tsunami 2 down the line, it will most likely be an 8 Function. But i 'd double-check it's not an old stock 6 function before buying.
    Then you can swap out the 6 function and use the 8 function in the Veterans unit (y)
     

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