BR218 Conversion Complete

Notes:

  • Very easy to open: One large screw from the top.
  • Space for IR receiver between the bogies.
  • IR cable routing through a hole under the speaker compartment; the hole is large enough to feed the connector through.
  • Plenty of space for a buffer capacitor (1000 µF): In this example, in the speaker compartment; alternatively, above the locomotive module.
  • The buffer capacitor can be soldered to the CTC locomotive module before installation.

BR218 IR Receiver

Conclusion:

  • Very easy to open.
  • Simple conversion.
  • Conversion possible without soldering.