Oxford Rail OR76DG002 Operating Manual

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Class 2301
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Contents
1. Introduction P2
2. Operation P3
3. Decoder settings P4
4. Decoder Reset P11
5. Appendix P12
6. Support and Assistance P13
1 - Introduction
The LokSound V4.0 decoder by ESU is a versatile digital decoder integrating a
full-featured, 8 channel sound system, various lighting outputs and a 1.1A motor
controller. This key component of your newly acquired 'Class 2301 Dean
Goods' is responsible for all functions, such as motor control and all sound and
special sound functions.
LokSound micro V4.0 decoders are compatible with all NMRA DCC standards
& RPs, support short and long addresses, advanced consisting, 14, 28, 128 speed
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steps and also support RailComPlus . RailComPlus allows the automatic
recognition of locomotives by a DCC system, provided the command station
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supports RailComPlus . LokSound micro V4.0 decoders can also be used on
conventional DC layouts as well.
The 'Class 2301 Dean Goods' is preset at the factory for immediate operation,
never the less, we kindly ask you to first read these instructions before you set
this locomotive onto a powered track.
Please note that some aspects of this Decoder User manual may not be
applicable to your particular purchase, dependant on choice of Controller and
also Functions available, such as Lighting.
1/1 Decoder ratings
The 'Class 2301 Dean Goods' can be operated straight out of the box. The
appropriate operating mode is selected automatically. You do not have to change
any parameters.
Track voltage 25 volts maximum
Operation modes DCC & DC
Steady state motor current 0.75A
Function output current 0.18A each
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Number of function outputs 4 outputs
Total current of function outputs 0.25A
Audio amplifier 1.5W @ 4 Ohms load
3/1 Basics of DCC programming
Speaker impedance 4 - 8 Ohms
Memory capacity 32 MBit
The hardware determines some features such as the number of function outputs
Number of sound channels 8
as well as the maximum permitted current of the motor output and therefore
they are not programmable. Never the less, there are plenty of possibilities to
Dimensions 25.0mm x 10.6mm x 3.8mm
influence the behaviour of the LokSound decoder by adjusting software-governed
properties. There is at least one memory space within the decoder reserved for
each adjustable parameter where numbers or letters can be stored.
You could visualise the storage spaces as index cards in a large file box. In order
to enable you to find the right card again, they all have numbers and / or names
outlining the properties of a particular card such as "locomotive address" or
"maximum speed." Then imagine that you can write information onto these
cards. Adjusting the settings means nothing else but erasing one entry and
replacing it with another. Moreover, you could do that at any time. However, you
cannot write onto every card: some pieces of information like the manufacturer's
code are firmly encoded.
Thus, you can determine the content of the storage spaces in the decoder even
during operation and of course, the decoder will follow the instructions. Via the
procedure known as "Programming", you can enter the desired data into the
storage spaces.
2 - Operation
3/2 Configuration variables (CV)
The LokSound decoders follow the CV concept developed in the US. CV stands
for "Configuration Variable" and indicates that the storage cells described above
2/1 Function assignments
are not only variable but they also determine the behaviour of the decoder.
3/3 Standardisation in the NMRA
Function Key Effect F9 Inertia off/on
F0 Not applicable F10 Watering
The NMRA (National Model Railroad Association) has defined which CVs
F1 Sound on/off F11 Coal shoveling
determine certain parameters of a decoder. The DCC standard allocates fixed
F12 Aux 2 (Not applicable)
F2 Steam whistle
numbers for certain CVs (adherence is obligatory). This greatly simplifies things
F3 POP F13 Safety valves
for the user since decoders of most manufacturers comply with this standard
F14 Injector
F4 Drain cocks
and therefore dealing with CVs requires the same process with the same CV-
F5 Flange squeal F15 Reverser
numbers regardless of the manufacturer.
F6 Coupling F16 Blower
The DCC concept permits you to enter numbers ranging from 0 to 255 into
F7 Right of way whistle (on) F17 Brake squeal
CVs. Each CV carries only one number.
response (off) The default address for DCC
F8 Volume operation is "3". While the position number is predetermined, the range of values may vary.
Not all CVs must accept values ranging from 0 to 255. The permitted values
for LokSound decoders are listed in the table on page 9, showing the most
2/2 Using your LokSound decoder under DCC
important available CVs.
The default address assigned to the LokSound decoder is 3. Simply set your
3/4 Bits and Bytes
controller to this locomotive number and place it on the mainline. If everything
is set up properly, the 'Class 2301 Dean Goods' should react as shown in 3/1.
Most CVs contain numbers: CV 1 for instance contains the locomotive address.
If you use a DCC system which supports RailComPlus ® , it will most likely ask
This can be any number between 1 and 127. While most CVs expect numbers
you to change the locomotive address. All function button icons will be displayed
to be entered, some others are rather like a "collection point" of various "switches",
correctly after the assignment of the new address.
that administer different functions in one CV (mainly "on" or "off"): CVs 29 and
49 are good examples: you must calculate the value for these CVs yourself.
2/3 Using your LokSound decoder under DC
The value depends on which settings you want to programme:
Although we highly recommend the use of a DCC system in order to enjoy all
features of the LokSound, you may also use a conventional DC controller. You
will be able to control the motor of the locomotive and will also hear the
engine sounds. However, you cannot control any additional sound effects, such
as the whistle, since the function buttons are not available.
The table starting on page 9 covers the setting of the most important parameters
of the LokSound decoder. A full list of CVs can be found in the respective manual
available for download on our website www.esu.eu
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Have a look at the explanations for CV 29 in the table on page 9. Firstly, decide
which options should be active. The column "Value" has two numbers for each
option. If the option is switched off, the value is 0. Otherwise, it is a number
between 1 and 128. Add all the values for the respective options to arrive at the
correct value for this CV.
3/5 Programming methods
LokSound decoders support all NMRA programming modes. These are the
programming track modes (Direct Mode, Register Mode, Paged Mode) and the
mode for the main ("POM", "Programming on the Main").
3/6 Programming on The Main
Programming on the Main (also called "Operations Mode programming") enables
you to programme your decoders comfortably without having to remove the
locomotive from the layout. In this case, the command station talks directly to the
decoder by using its locomotive address. For instance: "Locomotive number 50,
write the value 7 into CV 3!". Thus knowing the locomotive address is a
precondition. Unfortunately, you cannot read CV values using this mode.
3/7 Service Mode Programming
This programming mode usually requires the locomotive to be placed on a special
programming track output of the command station. CV's can only be read on the
service track unless your DCC command stations supports RailCom ®
also reprogram the locomotive address without knowing the old address since
the command station simply transmits the command "Write value 7 in CV 3!".
Each decoder receiving this command will execute it.
In order to be able to read back the CV values from your decoder, the motor
terminals must be properly connected to the motor. The motor is used to produce
the "feedback" current pulse detected by the command station.
3/8 Programming procedure using various DCC
systems
As each DCC system is different, the procedure for changing a CV will vary
depending upon the system. We are very sorry that we are unable to provide
detailed instructions to cover every system on the market. We need to assume
that you are familiar with your system. Please consult your DCC system manual
for detailed specification. We tested the LokSound with almost every DCC
system available on the market (as of end of 2010), so there should not be any
general problem.
3/9 Programming with the ESU LokProgrammer
The LokProgrammer 53451 offers the easiest and most comfortable way of
setting the CVs of the LokSound decoders with a few clicks of a mouse using an
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MS-Windows computer. The computer helps you look for the various CV
numbers and values. More information is contained in the manual for the
LokProgrammer.
You can access all properties of ESU decoders with the LokProgrammer. You even
can erase the sound and download a new soundpackage. Please see our website
for more details.
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3/10 Setting up your LokSound
3/11 Address Settings
Each LokSound decoder requires a definite address to be addressable for the
central unit. Depending on the type of decoder and the digital system, there are
several possibilities on how to allocate addresses. The LokSound may be setup
to listen to either the primary address (also called "short" address), which
provides a range of 1 to 127 or the extended ("long") address, which has a range
of up to 9999. Based on your preferences and your command station's capabilities,
you may select either the primary address or the extended address for usage.
Be aware that some DCC systems do not support the full range of available
addresses. Bit 5 in CV 29 switches between short and long addresses. The decoder
can only respond to one address at a time.
If CV 29, Bit 5 is cleared, the decoder listens to the primary address stored in CV 1.
If CV 29, Bit 5 is set, the decoder listens to the extended address stored in CV
17 AND CV 18.
3/12 Primary Address
Normally you would control LokSound decoders with the short address that is
stored in CV 1. In DCC mode, the permitted values range from 1 to 127. In order
to enable the decoder to "listen" to the short address you must delete bit 5 in
. You can
CV 29.
Some digital systems (e.g.: ROCO ® Lokmaus2, Lenz ® digital plus, Lenz compact)
only support the values 1 - 99 as short addresses.
3/13 Extended Address
You can also operate LokSound decoders with extended addresses (4-digit
addresses). The supported values range from 128 - 10239. The extended address
is stored in CVs 17 and 18. You must activate the usage of the extended address
by setting bit 5 in CV 29.
If you want to use your LokSound with an extended address it is practical to
programme this address directly with your digital system. Most modern digital
systems have a menu for programming long addresses. The command station not
only programmes CV 29 correctly but also assures the correct storage of the
values for the long address in CV 17 and 18.
Both the primary and the extended address may be changed at any time using
service mode (on the programming track).
Some DCC systems (such as ESU ECoS, ESU Navigator) will allow the decoder
address to be modified using Programming On The Main. LokSound will accept
the programming commands, but the following restrictions apply:
If the decoder's primary address is enabled, the decoder will accept a new
primary address and follow this immediately.
If the decoder's primary address is enabled, the decoder will accept a new
secondary address (write of CV 17, 18)
If the decoder's extended address is enabled, the decoder will only accept a
new primary address. You can not change an extended address to another
number using Programming On The Main.
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