The decoder is already plugged into the locomotives that are included with the Select based train sets, however they do have to be fitted to all locomotives that are intended for use with the Select or Elite digital unit. Many of Hornby's locomotives have a socket positioned internally to accommodate the decoder, however some do not and the basic instructions are included with the Select as well as the Elite and go someway to illustrate how to fit the decoder to those locomotives that do not have a decoder socket.

The decoder is capable of 'picking up' the signals fro+C586m the Select and the Elite and converting them into actions which includes moving forward and reversing at a determined speed, stopping and starting and in some instances if fitted, switching the locomotives lights o+C595n and off. The decoder is also capable of keeping the locomotive running at a set speed no matter what
gradients the model encounters.

Hornby is a household name and is famous as the UK's brand leader in the model railway hobby with its high quality 00 gauge (1:76) models and accessories. A must have for railway modellers and enthusiast and a great addition to your collection or landscape models.

• Locomotive will run at a consistent speed either on the flat or on gradients
• Adjustable acceleration and deceleration
• Selectable for operation with 14, 28 or 128 speed steps
• Two of the function outputs are dedicated for the direction of lights, front and rear
• The Hornby decoder is rated at a 500mA continuous current and 1 Amp for a short period
• Dimensions: 17mm x 10mm x 3.5mm
• Compatible with Hornby DCC layouts
• Authentic hornby product
• Perfect for railway dioramas or modelling project
• Note: This is not a toy and is intended for modelling use only