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Quality with Sound doesn't have to break the
bank!
Broadway Limited Blueline - Announceing a new line of quality
sound equipped Locomotives designed with todays value conscious
modeler in mind.
Broadway Limited Imports is proud to
present the EMD SD40-2 as the first locomotive in the new BlueLine.
These DC-Sound equipped locomotives are extremely smooth and
powerful runners with sound that packs an incredible punch! Each
BlueLine locomotive comes factory-fitted with our own proprietary
sound system for DC--All at a price that you'd expect to pay for
units without sound. And for all the DCC users out there,
BlueLine doesn't disappoint. We've included a NMRA Standard DCC
Socket so you can quickly and easily install your favorite
decoder.
Broadway Limited Imports is proud to introduce the new
BlueLine series of value-enhanced DC sound-equipped products. Since
the time we pioneered mass-produced HO scale sound-equipped
locomotives nearly five years ago, many technological advances have
allowed us to significantly reduce the cost associated with
building a quality sound-equipped model. Now, with the BlueLine,
model railroaders will find good detail and running qualities
coupled with a state-of-the-art DC sound system that is DCC
Ready?All at significantly lower prices. The BlueLine was designed
with today?s value-conscious modeler in mind.
Where does the savings come from? It comes from
streamlining manufacturing processes and new technologies that we
have developed in-house. We no longer pay the exorbitant licensing
fees we have incurred in the past for our newly developed sound and
control system. And by offering BlueLine in a DC sound, DCC-Ready
configuration, we allow those who use DC only to save on features
they don?t need while allowing DCC users to inexpensively and
quickly (plug ?n? play) convert to DCC.
Find BLI?s first HO BlueLine diesel, the EMD SD40-2, at
your favorite hobby dealer starting April 2007. Experience the
savings of BlueLine first hand, while adding a formidable
sound-equipped workhorse (or workhorses) to your layout.
Preordering is requested to allow us to better gauge production
quantities.
BLI's own
proprietary sound system means the best sound for
you. At the best price possible.
Out-of-the-box, BlueLine locomotives
come with a DC sound and control board. (DCC Ready for both Sound
and DCC.
Removal of the top board reveals the NMRA standard 8-pin
socket for plug 'n' play DCC decoder installation for Sound and
Operation in DCC.
DCC users may install their favorite
DCC decoder. Digitrax DN143IP is shown plugged into the
socket.
A message from
Broadway Limited - Please note: while adding a
formidable sound-equipped workhorse (or workhorses) to your layout.
Preordering is requested to allow us to better gauge production
quantities.
Great Features.
Great
Value.
At last, you can
have sound on your layout for much, much less.
The BlueLine
Advantage:
- Ready-to-Run, Well-Detailed, Durable Locomotives with
significantly lower prices.
- DC
Sound-Equipped, DCC
Ready.
DCC users
can quickly and easily install their favorite DCC decoders into the
included plug 'n' play socket. This allows for both sound and
operation control of the loco.
- DC Sound
Effects operated with DCMaster Analog Control
Module.
- Electronics
& Sound System is Update-Ready via Internet download should
future updates be required.
- Low
Start-Voltage, even when operating with Sound in
DC
- Many
varieties and Paint Schemes to accommodate smaller Road
Names
- The best sound
system in model trains: The most volume and frequency response,
playable whistle/horn, numerous idle sounds and automatic sounds
and more.
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| BLUELINE EMD SD40-2, HO
Details |
| The factory installed sound system
features the following: |
- Long
Horn
- Short Horn for
Signaling
- Alternate
Horn
- Bell
- Variable Bell
Interval-User definable
- Automatic start up
sequence
- Automatic shut
down sequence
- Automatic Brake
Set
- Automatic Brake
Release
- Coupler Slack
(DCC)
- Coupler
Close-Crash (DCC)
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- Dynamic Brake Grid
Blower Motor
- Automatic Flange
Squeal when running
- Automatic brake
sound when slowing
- Automatic
Compressor
- Spit
Valve
- Radiator Cooling
Fan
- Manual Air
Release
- Air Lines
Filling
- Fuel
Fill
- Individual
adjustment of all sound volumes
- Frequency Shift
(to make double headed engines sound different)
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| Mechanical features include the
following: |
- Powerful 5-pole can motor with Dual
flywheels
- Die Cast Frame
- Many prototypical added-on details
- Prototypical cab interior
- Operating headlight
- Directional backup light
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- NMRA Standard 8-pin DCC Socket for Plug 'n' Play DCC
decoder installation
- Authentic paint scheme and correct locomotive
numbers
- Magnetic knuckle coupler
- RP-25 contour on drive wheels
- Will operate on Code 70, 83 and 100 rail
- Can be operated on minimum 18" radius
curves
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Item
Description
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MSRP |
Expected |
| 5000 |
AT&SF EMD SD40-2, #5032, DC Sound/DCC
Ready, HO |
$169.99 |
April
'07 |
| 5001 |
AT&SF EMD SD40-2, #5042, DC Sound/DCC
Ready, HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5002 |
B&O EMD SD40-2, #7600, Chessie System,
DC Sound/DCC Ready, HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5003 |
B&O EMD SD40-2, #7606, Chessie System,
DC Sound/DCC Ready, HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5004 |
BNSF EMD SD40-2, #6701, DC Sound/DCC Ready,
HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5005 |
BNSF EMD SD40-2, #6705, DC Sound/DCC Ready,
HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5006 |
CN EMD SD40-2, #5931, (sublettered GTW), DC
Sound/DCC Ready, HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5007 |
CN EMD SD40-2, #5932, (sublettered GTW), DC
Sound/DCC Ready, HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5008 |
FEC EMD SD40-2, #701, DC Sound/DCC Ready,
HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5009 |
FEC EMD SD40-2, #703, DC Sound/DCC Ready,
HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5010 |
MILW EMD SD40-2, #133, DC Sound/DCC Ready,
HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5011 |
MILW EMD SD40-2, #136, DC Sound/DCC Ready,
HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5012 |
NS EMD SD40-2, #1643, DC Sound/DCC Ready,
HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5013 |
NS EMD SD40-2, #1649, DC Sound/DCC Ready,
HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5014 |
UP EMD SD40-2, #3055, DC Sound/DCC Ready,
HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
| 5015 |
UP EMD SD40-2, #3162, DC Sound/DCC Ready,
HO |
$169.99 |
April '07 |
And now for the great news: we will
have special pricing in effect for all orders placed before Feb
15th 2007. Call Pacific Western Rail to Order (866) 840-7777 or
call your rep for details.
BlueLine Frequently Asked
Questions (FAQ):
| Q: Which sound system is
used inside BlueLine products? |
A: BlueLine locomotives
are factory sound equipped with our own proprietary sound system.
We have designed it based on customer feedback provided to us in
the past five years. It is designed to be the new industry
benchmark. |
| Q:
How does your new proprietary
sound system compare with others available on the
market? |
A: We believe that our new sound system is the best sound
system available today. Our new sound system has the most powerful
sound and volume, the richest bass response and the most crisp high
frequency response. Of course, we still pay meticulous attention to
prototypical accuracy in sound reproduction. |
| Q: How do I
trigger the sounds on my DC layout? |
A: User-controlled sound effects on BlueLine locomotives can
be triggered using a DCMaster Analog Control Module. Users of
Precision Craft Models locomotives may already own this affordable
accessory and may use their existing DCMaster for BlueLine
products. Using the DCMaster, the horn/whistle, bell and another
Auxiliary sound (varies by prototype) such as a 2nd horn may be
activated. Other sounds are automatically triggered. Many more
sounds are available for user-control when DCC is
installed. |
| Q: Can I activate
BlueLine sounds in DC using my Quantum Engineer or
Sidekick? |
A: No. Due to patent restrictions, we were unable to make
Quantum Engineer and Sidekick compatible with our new
system. |
| Q: Do BlueLine locomotives have
playable whistles? |
A:
Yes. All
BlueLine products have playable whistles and horns so you can play
whatever sequence you desire. |
| Q: How is BlueLine so
much more affordable than the
competition? |
A: BlueLine is designed with the value-savvy consumer in
mind. The main cost-savings is in the use of our proprietary sound
system. We no longer pay high licensing fees and can therefore pass
along savings to you. In addition, we have optimized system
hardware, streamlining its design to be more cost-effective. We
further reduce costs by streamlining details (without the
use of molded-on detail) and omitting features like lighted number
boards, firebox glow, smoke generators, and factory installed cab
figures, among others. Finally, by offering BlueLine as a DC sound
product, DC users no longer pay for DCC features they don't use
while allowing DCC users to quickly and easily convert to DCC via
plug 'n' play of their favorite decoder. |
| Q:
How do the running characteristics
of BlueLine products compare with that of more expensive Paragon
Series products? |
A: There are no compromises in
running quality made for the BlueLine. You will find silky smooth
operation and powerful pulling capabilities in each BlueLine
locomotive. |
| Q:
Are BlueLine products limited
run? |
A:
Absolutely. We
have a strict build-to-order policy so we recommend pre-ordering
with your favorite hobby shop as soon as possible. Some additional
overages will be produced, but it will be greatly reduced from
quantities generated with our Paragon Series line. |
| Q: When can I expect to see the first BlueLine
products on the market? |
A:
We are
working diligently to deliver the first BlueLine locomotive, the HO
EMD SD40-2, by April 2007. It is available in new road names and numbers so owners of
previously offered SD40-2's should take a look at these fabulous
new SD40-2's as well. |
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