VR J class by Ixion models

Items used:

ESU 58429 LokSound 5 DCC sound decoder with J class sound project

DCCSound Premium speakers to suit Ixion J class

The decoder and speakers are mounted in the available tender space.

Disasembly:

1) To access the tender space, remove the two screws as shown. It helps to loosen off (but not remove) the rear bogie to gain access to the screw head underneath.

2) Once separated, disconnect the JST 2 pin plug/socket

3) Remove the 21-pin DC socket PCB and set the chassis aside.

Installation:

4) Gently position the two speakers into the tender, either side of the body post as shown. The speakers are a slightly tight fit past the ribs on the inside of the tender jacket.

5) Reconnect the 2 pin connector and fit the decoder, noting the decoder's mounting orientation.

6) Gently bend the four speaker wires up at 90° or to the side to clear the speakers once the chassis is reinstalled in the tender.

7) Check that all wires are held in place so they don't get jammed between the chassis and the tender when reassembly occurs.

8) After checking all wires are clear, slowly insert the chassis and decoder assembly back into the tender and fit the two screws back in place. If the chassis floor isn't quite flush with the tender floor, then recheck the wiring placement.

10) Gently tighten the trailing bogie pivot screw and instllation reassembly is complete.