Digitrax DN163K1a Quick Start Manual

N scale mobile decoder. dcc plug 'n play 1.5 amp/2.0 amp peak 6 fx3 functions, 0.5 amp

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Run Your Trains, Not Your Track!
DN163K1a
Fits Kato SD 40 Locomotive
Features:
Digitrax LocoMotion
The Digitrax LocoMotion System makes them run like the real thing, too!
Torque Compensation for smooth as silk silent operation.
128 Speed Step operation (14 or 28 steps can also be used).
Momentum with acceleration and deceleration.
Normal Direction of Travel is user selectable.
Switching Speed feature for easier and faster access to yard speeds.
3 Step Speed Tables set start, mid and max voltage for custom control.
28 Step Speed Tables with 256 level resolution for precise control.
Scalable Speed Stabilization (Back EMF) with simple setup & 256 level
resolution.
SuperSonic motor drive for silent operation.
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Functions for prototypical lighting effects:
Constant Brightness Lighting with directional or independent control.
Realistic Effects like Ditch lights, Mars lights, strobes, and many more.
Dynamic and Static Qualifiers operate functions based on direction,
F0 on or off, loco direction and F0, and whether loco is moving.
Function Remapping for custom function setup.
Master Light Switch turns off all lights & functions with one keystroke.
Advanced Consist Function Controls
Plug 'N Play design makes installation quick and easy.
Golden-White LEDs for added realism.
Transponder ID Equipped ready for transponding on your Layout
Compatible with digital surround sound systems
All Mode Programming with Operations Mode Read Back-read back CV
values right on the mainline.
Decoder Factory CV Reset with or without speed table initialize.
Motor Isolation Protection helps prevent damage to your loco and decoder.
Basic, Advanced & UniVersal Consisting
2 Digit and 4 Digit Addressing
DCC Compatible
FCC Part 15, Class B RFI compliant
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N Scale
Mobile Decoder
DCC Plug 'N Play
1.5 Amp/2.0 Amp Peak
6 FX
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Functions, 0.5 Amp
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Summary of Contents for Digitrax DN163K1a

  • Page 1 Digitrax LocoMotion System-Your locomotives look like the real thing. The Digitrax LocoMotion System makes them run like the real thing, too! Torque Compensation for smooth as silk silent operation. 128 Speed Step operation (14 or 28 steps can also be used).
  • Page 2 1 DN163K1a Decoder 1 Instruction sheet Installation Information See the Digitrax Decoder Manual for complete decoder test procedures, instal- lation instructions, programming and technical information. Digitrax manuals and instructions are updated periodically. Please visit www.digitrax.com for the latest versions, technical updates and additional locomotive-specific installation instructions.
  • Page 3 Installation Notes: 1. Do not exceed the decoder’s 500mA total function output rating. 2. To use a function output with an inductive (coil) type load, see the Digitrax Decoder Manual for more information to avoid damage to the decoder. 3. See the Digitrax Decoder Manual for full details of wiring 12-16V lamps, 1.5V lamps, and LEDs.
  • Page 4 You can also program CVs that control momentum, 3 step and 128 step speed tables, switching speed, normal direction of travel, scaleable speed stabilization and more to take full advantage of the Digitrax LocoMotion™ System. Speed Tables-H H ow the Loco Responds to the Throttle There are two types of speed tables: 3 Step Tables and High Resolution 28 Step Tables.
  • Page 5 You can adjust this value in the range of 000/x00 for OFF to 015/x0F for the maximum effect. Consult your Digitrax Decoder Manual for info about CVs 55 & 56 and their effects on scaleable speed stabilization.
  • Page 6 Run Your Trains, Not Your Track! Function Outputs on the DN163K1a The DN163K1a is set up at the factory to control six functions. The unit is prewired with two golden-white LEDs set up for directional lighting as F0F/F0F+ for the front light and F0R/F0R+ for the rear light. Functions F1...
  • Page 7 Digitrax Transponding is controlled by CV61. The default value is 000/x00 for OFF. To turn on transponding, program CV61 to a value of 002/x02. This allows you to use Digitrax transponding to keep track of your rolling stock. Decoder Reset CV08 Decoder reset lets you reset all CV values to the factory default settings.
  • Page 8 DN163K1a Plug and Play Decoder for Kato SD-40 450 Cemetery Street Norcross, GA USA 30071 www.digitrax.com 770-441-7992 770-441-0759 Made in U.S.A. sales@digitrax.com...

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