mjcbasingstoke Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 Hi, I am considering purchasing a Hattons class 66 and know that there are three configurations, dcc ready, dcc fitted and dcc sound. My question is what dcc decoder is fitted to the dcc fitted variant and specifically is a 6 function decoder to allow for full lighting options. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Hilux5972 Posted April 6, 2020 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 6, 2020 2 hours ago, mjcbasingstoke said: Hi, I am considering purchasing a Hattons class 66 and know that there are three configurations, dcc ready, dcc fitted and dcc sound. My question is what dcc decoder is fitted to the dcc fitted variant and specifically is a 6 function decoder to allow for full lighting options. This would be best asked in the Hattons 66 thread. But a quick answer is no a 6 function is not sufficient. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium newbryford Posted April 8, 2020 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 8, 2020 On 06/04/2020 at 17:28, Hilux5972 said: This would be best asked in the Hattons 66 thread. But a quick answer is no a 6 function is not sufficient. But a six function will give control of all head/taillights - via the internal switches. It's just the cab lights that cannot be operated with a 6 function decoder. Note - it must be a 6 full power decoder - such as the Hattons DCR-21 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Hattons Dave Posted April 8, 2020 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 8, 2020 Hi mjcbasingstoke To have full control over all lights you will require a 10 function decoder where at least the first 6 functions are powered. The ESU decoders with this capability are the LokPilot 5 MKL (59649) and the LokSound 5 MKL (58449) I hope this helps. Cheers, Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Hilux5972 Posted April 8, 2020 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 8, 2020 (edited) 4 hours ago, newbryford said: But a six function will give control of all head/taillights - via the internal switches. It's just the cab lights that cannot be operated with a 6 function decoder. Yes, but he said full lighting options, not all lights except for the cab. Edited April 8, 2020 by Hilux5972 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium newbryford Posted April 8, 2020 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 8, 2020 2 hours ago, Hilux5972 said: Yes, but he said full lighting options, not all lights except for the cab. He asked what decoder was fitted and if a 6 function would give full control. I clearly explained what it ( a 6-function decoder) would control. Ho hum. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
martin_l_jones Posted April 14, 2020 Share Posted April 14, 2020 For the extra £15 I would strongly recommend a DCC fitted model is the best option. Saves fiddling with the body side detailing bits..... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliepetty Posted April 14, 2020 Share Posted April 14, 2020 9 hours ago, martin_l_jones said: For the extra £15 I would strongly recommend a DCC fitted model is the best option. Saves fiddling with the body side detailing bits..... See www.dckits-devideos.co.uk for Legomanbiffo 66 Sounds. Charlie 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
martin_l_jones Posted April 15, 2020 Share Posted April 15, 2020 19 hours ago, charliepetty said: See www.dckits-devideos.co.uk for Legomanbiffo 66 Sounds. Charlie Sorry I didn't realise he was specifically after a DCC sound ? But I'd still go with a DCC fitted, whether it be sound or not... 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliepetty Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 We keep being asked if the Class 66 Legomanbiffo standard V4 will work in the Hattons superb Class 66 model, the answer in NO. Also the Bachmann Legomanbiffo V5 Decoder will not work with the models advanced features either, so your options are to get the Version 5 ESU Bachmann Class 66 reblown to the Hattons Project, this can be done or it could be reblown for another 21Pin loco in your fleet and you can purchase another 'Correct' decoder for this superior model. Charlie 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 On 16/04/2020 at 20:34, charliepetty said: Version 5 ESU Bachmann Class 66 reblown to the Hattons Project Although the Hattons 66 needs the MKL version of the V5 for high output aux 3 and aux4 (day lights at each end on Hattons 66 IIRC), which I would presume isn't the normal supply for a Bachmann 66? if fitting a non-MKL decoder (where the outputs are logic level) these lights are always lit. On 08/04/2020 at 14:55, Hattons Dave said: LokPilot 5 MKL (59649) And the DCC only 59659 as fitted to my two! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Walker Posted April 24, 2020 Share Posted April 24, 2020 I've purchased a couple of Dapol Imperium 3 8 function decoders and fitted them into the Hattons class 66. These give you independent marker and tail lights and independent day and night headlights, if anyone is interested in DCC fitted only, rather than sound. Obviously there's no control on the cab lighting. Tony. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 7013 Posted April 24, 2020 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 24, 2020 (edited) The last thing we need at present is another 66 thread. Edited April 24, 2020 by 7013 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirwilliamfrs Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 (edited) ............................................................... Edited September 4, 2020 by sirwilliamfrs deletion Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffy Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 (edited) 4 minutes ago, sirwilliamfrs said: Just noticed that the main Hatton's Class 66 thread has disappeared. Is it temporary? Ummm, it's still there. Currently sitting just below this one. You haven't set it to 'ignore' by any chance, have you? Edited September 4, 2020 by truffy 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirwilliamfrs Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 Thanks Truffy, I did & never noticed! (Fat Fingers!!!) 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Colin_McLeod Posted September 6, 2020 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 6, 2020 (edited) On 24/04/2020 at 09:08, 7013 said: The last thing we need at present is another 66 thread. I agree that we don't need this second thread but I can think of other things we need even less. lol Edited September 6, 2020 by Colin_McLeod 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliepetty Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 On 24/04/2020 at 06:35, Tony Walker said: I've purchased a couple of Dapol Imperium 3 8 function decoders and fitted them into the Hattons class 66. These give you independent marker and tail lights and independent day and night headlights, if anyone is interested in DCC fitted only, rather than sound. Obviously there's no control on the cab lighting. Tony. You could always use ESU V5 LokPilots !!!!! Designed to do the job. Charlie-Legomanbiffo 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TravisM Posted October 15, 2020 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 15, 2020 On 08/04/2020 at 14:55, Hattons Dave said: Hi mjcbasingstoke To have full control over all lights you will require a 10 function decoder where at least the first 6 functions are powered. The ESU decoders with this capability are the LokPilot 5 MKL (59649) and the LokSound 5 MKL (58449) I hope this helps. Cheers, Dave What's your price on these please? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEOEng03 Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 On 24/04/2020 at 09:08, 7013 said: The last thing we need at present is another 66 thread. To be honest, the other thread has drifted into what's not right with the model, that this has been most useful for understanding how to get the most from this model. Nice to see positivity and helpfulness to the OP from the forum members and certainly a useful read. Cheers All 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowlander Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 1 hour ago, GEOEng03 said: To be honest, the other thread has drifted into what's not right with the model, that this has been most useful for understanding how to get the most from this model. Nice to see positivity and helpfulness to the OP from the forum members and certainly a useful read. Cheers All Hi I don't think you're take on this is strictly accurate. If you look at the recent posts it is from people who have actually bought the model. Some at a reduced price some not. They are being pleasantly surprised at how good a model it is with a little bit of work required. Stephen Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEOEng03 Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 9 minutes ago, ayrmrg said: Hi I don't think you're take on this is strictly accurate. If you look at the recent posts it is from people who have actually bought the model. Some at a reduced price some not. They are being pleasantly surprised at how good a model it is with a little bit of work required. Stephen Hi, Probably the context of what I wrote, but prior to the past two days. But yes, I agree and have been one of those that have commented as such as well and it's been good to see the change in flow. Cheers 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliepetty Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 8 hours ago, jools1959 said: What's your price on these please? The ESU 21Pin MKL 59659 LokPilot Decoders are Pre-Programmed and in stock. £26.50 Each The ESU 21Pin MKL 58449 Lok Sound pre Programmed are. £220.00 Charlie (Contact is charlie@dckits.co.uk) 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erixtar1992 Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 (edited) Another option if you like getting knee deep in wiring is rewiring the lighting on the loco and putting the negatives straight onto the decoder. This then gives normal outputs instead of logic (on a normal V5) Edited October 15, 2020 by Erixtar1992 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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