The Walthers 942-102 Horizontal Mount Switch Machine is an essential part of the Walthers Layout Control System. This system offers an affordable way to easily control turnouts for HO, N, Z, S, and O Scale switch machines. It's expandable to grow with your layout and can work with DCC or DC power, as it has an integrated DCC accessory decoder. The plug-and-play servo-style wiring with connectors means no soldering is required. There are two cable styles available separately for wiring expansion. All items come with user-friendly instructions and appropriate drilling templates for easy layout or fascia mounting. With components like servo-based slow-motion switch machines, power distribution blocks, LED panel indicator - control pushbutton switches, add - on cabling, a 2 - amp 12V Filtered DC Power Supply, and a three - piece drill set, you can build a complete control system. The Walthers 942-102 Horizontal Mount Switch Machine has these great features: It has the same excellent features as Switch Machine 942-101 but in a space - saving design. Standing only 1 - 5/8 inches (4.1 cm) tall, it's perfect for multi - deck layouts or tight spaces. It's a fully assembled, servo - based unit with an integrated DCC accessory decoder. It has two built - in 5A switches to power frogs, signals, etc. The fascia indicators are easily reversible for left - or right - hand installation with color options. It has a self - locking mechanism for reliable positioning, and the servo power turns off when the motion is complete. The throw and tension are adjustable from 1/32 to 1/2 inch (1 to 12 mm) for turnouts of any scale from Z to O. It comes factory - assembled with the output rod centered for quick under - benchwork mounting. You can wire it in minutes with the included cables and cascade it for single or dual crossover control. It has outputs for both single or bi - color LEDs and includes a connecting power cable, which can be used with a separate Connecting Cable (942 - 113) if needed. The throw speed is adjustable from 0.5 to 5 seconds. You can configure the remote lock input for dispatcher control and use a DPDT switch for polarity route control instead of fascia control. It also comes with complete instructions and a mounting template, and you can use it with the Walthers Layout Control System Turnout Drill Set 942 - 140 (sold separately).

Using the Walthers 942-102 Horizontal Mount Switch Machine is easy. First, decide where you want to mount it on your layout or fascia. Use the provided drilling template to make the necessary holes. Since it's a plug - and - play system, you can wire it up quickly with the included cables. If you need to expand your wiring, you can get the separate cable styles. The switch machine is fully assembled, so you don't have to worry about putting it together. You can adjust the throw and tension according to the scale of your turnout, and also set the throw speed to your preference. When using it with the DCC or DC power, make sure the connections are secure. As for maintenance, keep it clean and free from dust. Check the wiring periodically to make sure there are no loose connections. If you're using the remote lock input or polarity route control, make sure you understand how to configure them correctly. And always refer to the included instructions if you have any questions.