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NCE SB3A Upgrade Manual
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NCE SB5Smart Booster v 1.65BThe SB5 Smart Booster adds expanded and updated features to a Power CabDCC system. The first and most noticeable feature is additional power (5 Amps)to run trains and accessories.Your PowerCab used with the SB5 can now be unplugged and used in truewalk around fashion. It no longer needs to remain connected for the system towork.Up to 6 cabs can be used with the SB5 (Cab address range 2 through 7).Equipped Cabs have up to six recalls each when used with the SB5.Additional 5 Amp boosters (DB5) may be added to the SB5 for even morepower handling on larger layouts.This manual covers only the addition and installation of the SB5 to a Power Cabsystem. For operation consult your Power Cab manual.The SB5 does NOT have a programming track output. The basic Power Cabprovides this capability.© 2013 NCE Corporation Page 1INSTALLING THE NCE SB3A/SB5 UPGRADE CHIP1. Unplug the SB3A/SB5.2. Remove the 2 screws that hold the top to the bottom ofthe case.3. Carefully work the top of the case up and off. Set aside.4. Locate theMicroprocessor chipalong the right handside of the case. It isthe largest chipinside the SB3A/SB5.5. Use a small Flat screw driver or hobby knife toseparate theMicroprocessor chip fromthe socket. Make sure youpry BETWEEN the socketand the chip. Work end toend lifting a little on one end, then a little on the other end.Pry the Microprocessor chip straight up from the socket. You will no longer needthis chip but hang on to it for the time being.6. The new Microprocessor chip may come to you with its legsslightly splayed outward. You will need to bend these legs sothat they are straight down from the sides of the chip. Place thechip on a flat, hard surface as shown in the diagram and bendthe body of the chip so that the legs are straight. Repeat withthe opposite side legs.7. There is a small “U” shaped indent or dimple in one end of the chip.This is the TOP of the chip. Place the chip on the socket with this “U”shape toward the rear of the case.8. Align the legs to the socket. When satisfied that ALL of the legs are inline with a socket position, press the new chip down into the socket.Work from end to end, press a little on one end, then a little on the otherend. Keep doing this until the Microprocessor chip is FULLY seated inthe socket.9. Examine the installation to ensure ALL 28 of the legs haveengaged the socket correctly.10. Replace the top of the case and the 2 screws that hold the top tothe bottom. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE SCREWS. You couldinadvertently break the screw boss inside the case.11. Plug the SB3A/SB5 back into your railroad and enjoy the greatest train control in modelrailroading!Make sure none of the legsare bent under or outsidethe socket.Pry hereDo Not pry hereDimple“U” shapedindentCorrectSplayedMicroprocessorU Shaped Indent |
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