NCE DCC 5240059 SB5a SmartBooster

 The SB5a series of booster are sold as an UPGRADE path for the Power Cab system and NOT presented as new system. True boosters [DB5a, PB105a, PB110] are not "smart" for they get their commands from the command station [CS02, SB5a]. Smart Boosters [SB5a] are a complete standalone command station and booster in a single box. The command station software in the Smart Booster is basically the same as the Power Cab software and in fact the software revisions between them are the same." "The Smart Booster allows six throttle cabs to run trains while giving up the Programming Track Feature. The Programming Track function is still performed by the Power Cab and adding an NCE AutoSwitch. To add the Programming Track capability to the Smart Booster would be duplicating an existing function. The SB5 is not a complete command station feature wise without the Power Cab." Add an SB5 to your Power Cab when you need more track power. The SB5 can supply 5 Amps of track power while freeing up your Power Cab for true walk around control. The SB5 accommodates up to 6 throttles plus an additional 3 cab bus accessories such as AIU, USB or Mini-panels. An internationally approved 12/13.8 volt 5 Amp power supply is included.

6 recalls per cab

Works with Auto Reversers and Circuit breakers

"Booster only" mode to use with other systems

DCC Specifications of the SB5:

• Maximum number of cabs (throttles): 6 - Cab Addresses MUST be in the range of 2 through 7 Plus USB, AIU, Mini Panel accessories in address range of 8 through 10
• Maximum number of simultaneous trains: 18
• Functions controlled: 29
• Locomotive address range: 1-127 (short), 0-9999 (long)
• Accessory address range: 1-2044
• Signal address range: 1-2044
• Maximum number of advanced consists: 16 (addresses 112-127)
• Maximum number of old consists: 36 (6 per cab)
• Maximum number of Recalls: 6 per cab