Index contens Introduction ............................3 Characteristics of the LokSound decoders ................... 4 Installation of LokSound decoders ...................... 5 3.1. Connecting LokSound decoders in HO, TT, N, O gauge models ............5 3.1.1 Installation requirements ........................5 3.1.2 Engines with DCC interface ......................... 7 3.1.3 Engines without interface ........................
If you adhere to these warnings your LokSound decoder the following remarks: will reward you with trouble-free operation and long life. ESU electronic solutions ulm GmbH & Co. KG Please read this manual carefully before August 2005 carrying out the installation!!! Although...
LokSoundXL is best suited for larger scales such as O, load control. It may be adapted to suit each individual I, II and G gauge. ESU LokSound decoders revolutionize motor and can be switched off. Suitable for DC motors any model train layout. They intelligently combine a and coreless motors.
Installation of LokSound decoders 3. Installation of LokSound decoders Please make sure that the total current does 3.1. Connecting LokSound decoders in N, not exceed the maximum permitted current TT, H0, 0 gauge models for the function outputs and avoid short circuits between the outputs: LokSound 3.1.1 Installation requirements circuits are protected but an external voltage...
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Engines with DCC interface speaker100Ω violet green yellow white 2 x dark brown AUX 1 head rear AUX 2 LokSound LokSound light light LokSound blue orange gray black engine Figure 2 Figure 2 Figure 2 Figure 2 Figure 2: Wiring of engines with DC motor and isulated functions speaker100Ω...
Engines without interface LokSound decoders have a certain size: make sure, 3.1.3 Engines without interface that the decoder fits easily into the engine, that no Not every engine has a digital interface and thus the pressure is applied when replacing the housing onto wiring becomes more elaborate: Disconnect any the chassis and that no wires are squeezed between existing wires within the engine and any connection...
Figure 5: Figure 5: LokSound decoders may only be used with the speakers supplied by ESU GmbH & Co. KG . They have an impedance of 100 Ohm. The use of speakers from others manufactures may cause considerable distortion and in extreme cases, may even destroy the LokSound decoder.
Connecting auxiliary function devices Please handle speakers with extreme care: Make sure that the total current for the don’t apply pressure or touch the membrane! function outputs does not exceed the The speaker’s magnets are very powerful! Keep permitted current rating and avoid short all metal items away and secure the speaker circuits between outputs.
Connecting the LokSoundXL decoder 3.2. Connecting the LokSoundXL decoder 3.2.1 General hints The LokSoundXL decoder is partly supplied as an open When modifying an engine for digital operation circuit board. Do not remove the shrink sleeve, as please take note of the following: there will be no warranty.
Please make sure you do not confuse the You may only use the specially adapted speakers (1 terminals. Wrong wiring may cause damage Watt, 32 Ohm) provided by ESU GmbH & Co. KG for or destruction of the decoder – despite the LokSoundXL decoders.
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Connecting the LokSoundXL decoder rail left right DC Motor Figure 8: Figure 8: Figure 8: Figure 8: Figure 8: Connecting the LokSoundXL decoder User Manual LokSound / LokSoundXL V3.5, 4 th edition, 08/2005...
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Connecting the LokSoundXL decoder Figure 9: Figure 9: Figure 9: Figure 9: Figure 9: Connecting the LokSoundXL decoder user manual LokSound / LokSoundXL V3.5, 4 th edition, 08/2005...
Auxiliary function outputs short intervals. The lamps have to be replaced by 3.2.5.1 Auxiliary function outputs others that are suitable for 19 Volts. LokSoundXL has 8 (!) function outputs, two of which are reserved for headlights. The remaining 6 (AUX 1 through AUX 6) can be used for lighting, smoke 3.2.5.3 Connecting auxiliary functions generators, couplers, etc.
Analogue operation After installation you may test the LokSound decoder 4.2 Digital operation as follows: 4.1.2 AC operation with conventional please check all connections carefully using an Ohm- Märklin® controller meter: - are there any short circuits between the motor terminals and the wheel pick-ups? Operation with conventional Märklin®...
Adjusting decoder parameters Please note that not all CVs have factory pre-set 5. Adjusting decoder parameters values: Chapter 5 provides information on how to change Some CV values vary depending on the type of sound the settings of LokSound decoders. Please take your effect.
Back EMF control (load control) case you have to reduce the value for CV 56, in the 5.2.1 Back EMF control (load control) first case increase the value. The internal PI regulation LokSound decoders utilize fourth generation load of LokSound can be adjusted with CV 54 and CV 55. Control assuring constant speed regardless of the Depending on the type of motor the parameters may actual load when using DC motors.
This method permits optimizing the when programmed as follows: running performance. This mode is also activated via CV 29. We recommend the use of the ESU Lok- CV 54 = about 20 – 25 Programmer and its software for easy calculation CV 55 = 38 and programming.
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Speed Curve • Dimmer: normal, continuous power to load Examples • Example 1: smoke generator on AUX 1 and F5. • Blinking light: the output blinks with an adjustable Let’s assume you want to control a smoke generator frequency with function button F5 that should be connected to •...
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