Service Videos | MTH Trains

Welcome to our service videos page. Here, you will find a comprehensive selection of instructional videos designed to assist with locomotive maintenance and the operation of DCS systems. Our content covers a range of topics, including basic locomotive upkeep, step-by-step guides for setting up and configuring the DCS WiFi system, and insights from online reviews. Additionally, M.T.H. Electric Trains Service Manager Jason Wenzel provides detailed instructions on installing and using the DCS Loader Program for Windows PCs, as well as operating Proto-Sound 3.0 with various DCC systems. Explore these resources to enhance your model train experience.

Using The DCS WiFi System

Learn how to get the DCS WiFi system up and running in a few short minutes, configure the system for a home network and more.

Add DCS To Your Layout

See how easy it is to download and install the DCS App onto your smart device and begin controlling your trains using WiFi and the DCS Digital Command System

Configuring The DCS WIU For A Home Network

Configuring The DCS WIU For A Home Network - M.T.H. Electric Trains Service Manager Jason Wenzel guides users on configuring the WIU WiFi Interface Unit for use on a home network

Downloading WIU Firmware

See how easy it is to download and install the DCS WIU firmware.

Updating Firmware In A DCS WIU

M.T.H. Electric Trains Service Manager Jason Wenzel guides users on configuring the WIU WiFi Interface Unit with new firmware.

Using The DCS Loader Program

M.T.H. Electric Trains Service Manager Jason Wenzel guides visitors on how to install and use the DCS Loader Program for Windows PCs, and update DCS Firmware.

Installing The DCS Loader Program

Learn how to download and install the DCS Consumer Loader program onto your Windows PC.

Downloading DCS Firmware

M.T.H. Electric Trains Service Manager Jason Wenzel guides users on how to download DCS Firmware from the M.T.H. website for use with the DCS Loader program.

Configuring DCS Hardware For Updates

Learn which cables are needed, how to hook them up to the DCS TIU and Remote and a PC when configuring the firmware using the DCS Consumer Loader

Upgrading Proto-Sound Locomotive Files

Learn the complete process required to load sound files and function files into Proto-Sound 2.0 or later locomotives as well as locating and installing the DCS Consumer Loader and the locomotive Proto-Sound files from the M.T.H. website.

Uploading Firmware To The DCS TIU

Learn how to download and install the DCS Firmware into the DCS TIU Track Interface Unit.

Uploading Firmware To The DCS Remote

Learn how to download and install the DCS Firmware into the DCS Remote.

DCS Online Reviews

See what others are saying about how easy the DCS WiFi system is to use.

Eric's Trains Checks Out The DCS Explorer

Eric's Trains Checks Out The DCS WIU

Operating Proto-Sound 3 with DCC Systems

See how easy it is to operate a Proto-Sound 3.0 equipped locomotive with various DCC Systems.

Creating An Extended Address Using NCE DCC Controllers

Learn how to create an extended address in a Proto-Sound 3.0 equipped locomotive using an NCE Controller.

Resetting An Engine Using NCE DCC Controllers

Learn how to reset a Proto-Sound 3.0 engine to factory defaults using an NCE DCC Controller.

DCC Control of HO Smoking Whistle Equipped Steam Locomotives

Learn how to add fluid to an HO steam locomotive steaming whistle smoke reservoir and to control the steaming whistle effect using any DCC Controller.

Locomotive Maintenance

Check out this selection of videos to assist in basic locomotive maintenance and operation.

Diesel & Steam Locomotive Lubrication

M.T.H. Electric Trains Service Manager Jason Wenzel guides visitors on how to lubricate and grease diesel and steam locomotives.

Gauge Smoke Unit Maintenance

M.T.H. Electric Trains Service Manager Jason Wenzel explains how to access, dissasemble, and service smoke units in O, G and tinplate locomotives.

Traction Tire Installation

M.T.H. Electric Trains Service Manager Jason Wenzel explains how to replace traction tires on O Gauge steam and diesel locomotives.

Servicing HO Diesel Trucks

M.T.H. Electric Trains Service Manager Jason Wenzel guides visitors on how to disassemble M.T.H. HO trucks for lubrication, greasing and wheel set replacement.

Conventional Locomotive Transformer Control

M.T.H. Electric Trains Service Manager Jason Wenzel explains how to operate AC locomotives equipped with Proto-Sound 2.0 and later using a conventional transformer's whistle and bell buttons.