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Unleashing the
Power of DCC
SET-01/4
Operations Manual
art. no. 60000
November 2000
Version 3.1
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  • Page 1 Unleashing the Power of DCC SET-01/4 Operations Manual art. no. 60000 November 2000 Version 3.1 Welcome! We would like to congratulate you on your acquisition of the...
  • Page 2 Information SET-01 ® Digital plus by Lenz SET-01 and we hope you will enjoy working with this model-railway control system. The purpose of this operating manual is to explain the use of the Set and its components to you. In order to proceed as quickly as possible to the pleasure of operating your model railway with DCC, begin by reading the section "First Steps".

  • Page 3: Important Information - Please Read First

    ® Each component of your Digital plus by Lenz Set-01 system was subjected to intense testing before shipping. Lenz Elektronik GmbH guarantees problem free operation when you follow these directions: This manual contains all the possible LH100 capabilities present when used with an LZ100 V3. If you are using a different command control system, the LH100 capabilities may be reduced by the capabilities provided by that system.

  • Page 4: Method For Describing Commands Within This Manual

    All the described steps assume that the hand held controller connected Version ® Digital plus by Lenz system, and that this system is turned on. Showing displays and keys in text: "E 0001" 'Enter' In most cases the display of LH100 is showed as a picture, as are the keys.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Information SET-01 Contents Important information — Please read first! Method for describing commands within this manual: Contents Quick Start Users Guide Connection and initial operation Operating Your first Train System design overview of DIGITAL plus Command Station LZ100 Installing the Command Station Overview of the functions of LH100 Controlling locomotives The function menu of LH100...
  • Page 6 Information SET-01 11.7 Erasing a completed MU 11.8 Error messages in multi-unit consists 12 Throwing turnouts and setting signals 12.1 Feedback and display of the turnout position 12.2 Train operation while controlling turnouts or signals 13 Displaying feedback 14 Reading/Changing decoder settings 14.1 What is programming and what purpose does it serve? 14.2...

  • Page 7: Quick Start Users Guide

    Information SET-01 Quick Start Users Guide In this section you will learn about: the few steps that you need to know to operate your SET-01 how to start your first test run In the later sections, the whole range of functions of the SET-01 will be explained in detail.
  • Page 8 Information SET-01 4. Connect the LZ100 and the LV101 by installing a wire between the C connection on the LZ100 to the C connection on the LV101. Install a second wire between the D connection on the LZ100 to the D connector on the LV101. 5.

  • Page 9: Operating Your First Train

    Information SET-01 3.2 Operating Your first Train For this example we will assume that you are using a locomotive with the address 3. 3.2.1 Selecting the locomotive address: To operate a locomotive you must first enter the address of the locomotive into the LH100: Press On the display you see...
  • Page 10 Information SET-01 Explanation Explanation Each time you press this key, Each time you press this key, decrease slow you increase (or speed up) down) the speed of the the speed of the locomotive locomotive by 1 step until the by 1 step until the maximum locomotive is stopped speed is reached.
  • Page 11 Information SET-01 3.2.3 Changing the locomotive's direction of travel: To change the locomotives direction of travel, first set the speed to “0”. Then you can change the direction of travel: Display Explanation Each pressing of this key changes direction travel locomotive.

  • Page 12: System Design Overview Of Digital Plus

    Information SET-01 need. System design overview of DIGITAL plus DIGITAL plus is a digital multi-train control system for all model railroad scales. It was developed in close co-operation with model railroaders. Figure 1 shows the simple and clear system design of DIGITAL plus.

  • Page 13: Command Station Lz100

    Information SET-01 4.1 Command Station LZ100 The core of the system is Command Station LZ100. It co-ordinates the input devices (Hand Held Controller LH100, etc.) and is also responsible for data processing. Information is exchanged between Command Station and input devices via a 4-wire cable, called XpressNet.
  • Page 14 Information SET-01 Connect the programming track to terminals P and Q. This track must be completely isolated from the rest of the layout. Terminals C and D transmit the data signal needed by the Power Station. These terminals are connected with the corresponding terminals on the Power Station with a twisted pair wire (see Figure 2).

  • Page 15: Overview Of The Functions Of Lh100

    Information SET-01 Overview of the functions of LH100 This section will provide you: a short overview of each of the functions of LH100. Specific details for using each feature follows in subsequent subsections, which follow this section. 5.1 Controlling locomotives 5.1.1 Selecting locomotive addresses There are 3 different ways to select a locomotive address.

  • Page 16: The Function Menu Of Lh100

    Information SET-01 5.2 The function menu of LH100 The LH100 function menu provides you access to all other functions of the LH100. The different menu items can be reached in 2 different ways when you are in the locomotive control mode: Option 1: Press and scroll through...
  • Page 17 LS100/110/120 ® system or other compatible modules. The Digital plus by Lenz procedure is controlling these devices using the LH100 is described in "Throwing turnouts and setting signals" starting on page ð p.43 ). 5.2.5 Display feedback information The LH100 can also be used to display the status of the inputs generated by feedback encoders LR100/101.
  • Page 18 Information SET-01 5.2.6 Configuring decoder settings: Programming Each decoder has settings that can be set to customize the decoder to an individual locomotive, for example the locomotive's address. The user-settable acceleration and deceleration delays are also configurable settings on a locomotive decoder. These settings can be changed by a technique we refer to as programming.

  • Page 19: The Lh100 Lcd Display

    Information SET-01 6 The LH100 LCD Display In this section you will learn about the LH100 two-row LCD display. Depending on which mode of operation you are using, the display will look different. The display for the locomotive address always uses 4 digits.

  • Page 20: Controlling Locomotives With The Lh100

    Information SET-01 While the speed step is displayed, the locomotive address is hidden. The direction of travel and the functions continue to be displayed. Controlling locomotives with the LH100 In this section you will learn about basic locomotive control using the LH 100.

  • Page 21: Quickly Toggling Between 2 Locomotive Addresses

    Information SET-01 You continue by pressing each number locomotive's address After have entered complete locomotive address you confirm the entry by pressing the 'Enter' key. The information about functions, direction speed step associated with this address will now be displayed. If the display flashes after you call up a locomotive address, then the locomotive is already being operated by another hand held controller/ If you desire you can still take over control of this...

  • Page 22: Selecting An Address From The Command Station Stack

    Information SET-01 key. From now on, you can use the ‘Esc’ key to toggle between address 24 and 78. If you press the ‘Cl’ key, then the locomotive address in the memory currently shown is erased; the locomotive address in the second memory is still available for use. 7.4 Selecting an address from the command station stack The command station stack is a database that contains all the...
  • Page 23 Information SET-01 DIGITAL plus...

  • Page 24: Taking Over Control Of A Locomotive From Another Hand Held Controller

    The functions are numbered, beginning with 0. ® Altogether the Digital plus by Lenz system can reach up to 13 functions in locomotive decoders. Functions 0-8 can be activated directly while you are controlling a locomotive (that is the locomotive address or the speed step is displayed), using keys the ‘0’...
  • Page 25 Information SET-01 Press On the display you see Explanation This function 0 is assigned to the headlights in most locomotive decoders and is shown by the lamp symbol in the lower row of the display. The state of functions 1 to 8 is shown in the second row next to the “F”.

  • Page 26: Showing And Changing Throttle-Notches

    Information SET-01 7.7 Showing and changing throttle-notches In this section you learn: what throttle-notches are which throttle-notches are available to you how to select different throttle-notches for individual locomotive addresses. The area from stopped to maximum speed of a locomotive is divided into a series of throttle-notches.
  • Page 27 DIGITAL plus decoders 14, 27 If unsure, please check in the decoder's operation manual. NMRA- ® conforming Digital plus by Lenz decoders can be recognized by the following symbols on the title page of the operation manuals: DIGITAL plus...

  • Page 28: Emergency Stop And Emergency Off

    Information SET-01 Emergency stop and emergency off In this section you will learn about: the function of the key. how to turn off track power changing information during an emergency stop The 'St' key tells the system to perform an emergency stop. You can program this key to have two different effects: Emergency stop Emergency off...

  • Page 29: Changing Operating Information During Emergency Stop/Off

    Information SET-01 You start the power off sequence by first pressing the 'F' key. Next you press the '0' key. The track power is now turned off (flashes) Pressing the ‘St’ key a second time resets the emergency stop, the track power is turned on again.

  • Page 30: Switching Turnouts During Emergency Stop

    Information SET-01 8.3 Switching turnouts during emergency stop Since the track power remains on during the emergency stop, you can continue to switch turnouts and signals: Press On the display you see Explanation The emergency stop or emergency off is displayed alternates with You return to controlling locomotives with 'Esc'.
  • Page 31 Information SET-01 the corresponding key is pressed. When you release the key, the function being controlled is turned off again. This setting is stored in the LZ100 command station. The LH100 hand held controller will check these settings each time a locomotive is called up.

  • Page 32: Double Header

    Information SET-01 When you want to change the settings for functions 9 to 12, then proceed as follows: Press On the display you see Explanation Call up the locomotive address whose function setting you want to display or change. Go to setting the functions Pressing ‘9’...

  • Page 33: Prerequisites For Creating A Double Header

    Information SET-01 The LH100 allows you to assign two locomotives to operate together as a double header, and then control them as if they were a single locomotive. 10.1 Prerequisites for creating a double header You must have called up on the same hand held controller each of the two locomotives that you want to put together as a double header.
  • Page 34 Information SET-01 Proceed as follows: Press On the display you see Explanation most recently chosen menu is shown most recently selected locomotive address is displayed This is the prompt to enter the second locomotive address of the double header. Enter the number of the second locomotive.

  • Page 35: Combining Locomotives With Different Speed Step Numbers Into A Double Header

    Information SET-01 10.3 Combining locomotives with different speed step numbers into a double header You can combine locomotives with different speed steps into a double header. The speed step corresponding to the speed step of the individual locomotive will always be shown. Example: The locomotive with address 24 has 14 speed steps, the locomotive with address 78 has 28 speed steps.

  • Page 36: Disassembling A Double Header

    Information SET-01 10.5 Disassembling a double header Go through the following steps: Press On the display you see Explanation Call up one of the two locomotives that are assembled into a double header on your hand held controller. The display shows the most recently chosen menu When you want to dissemble the double header press the '2' key,...

  • Page 37: Multi-Unit Consists (Mu)

    Information SET-01 11 Multi-unit consists (MU) In this section you find out: what a multi-unit consist is how a multi-unit consist is assembled and disassembled how you control the functions on locomotives in a multi-unit consist You reach this function menu in one of two ways then scroll through the menus using...

  • Page 38: Prerequisites For A Multi-Unit Consist

    You can set up multi-unit consists with any NMRA conformant ® locomotive decoders from the program. The Digital plus by Lenz locomotive decoder must be configured for operation with 28 speed steps. 11.3 Assembling a multi-unit consist (MU) Drive all the locomotives that you want to assemble into the MU to...
  • Page 39 Information SET-01 Begin assembling the MU: Press On the display you see Explanation Call up the first of the locomotives that you want to include in a MU. Display shows most recently selected menu You see the prompt for entering the multi-unit consist address Key in the number of the MU.

  • Page 40: Controlling A Multi-Unit Consist

    Information SET-01 Now call up the next locomotive that you want to include in the MU and repeat the steps that you already made to include the first locomotive in the MU for this next locomotive. Keep repeating this until you have included all the locomotives that you planned on in the MU.

  • Page 41: Removing A Locomotive From A Mu Consist

    Information SET-01 Press On the display you see Explanation Call up a locomotive in the MU or the MU address itself Repeated pressing of the ‘-’ key shows you all the addresses assembled in the MU and the MU address one after the other. You can select the currently displayed address for control by pressing ‘Enter’.

  • Page 42: Erasing A Completed Mu

    Information SET-01 11.7 Erasing a completed MU If you want to remove all the locomotives from a MU at one time then proceed as follows: Press On the display you see Explanation First call up the MU address (shown by a capital “M”). Display shows most...

  • Page 43: Throwing Turnouts And Setting Signals

    LH100 to throw turnouts, set signals or for instance activate relays. For this to work, these devices must be connected ® to accessory decoder LS100/110/120 of the Digital plus by Lenz system or to other compatible NMRA DCC accessory decoders. Proceed as follows:...

  • Page 44: Feedback And Display Of The Turnout Position

    Information SET-01 If you now want to throw another turnout, then press the ‘Cl’ key and enter the new number of the turnout (or signal) that you now want to actuate. 12.1 Feedback and display of the turnout position 12.1.1 Using non-feedback capable accessory decoders In this case the last command sent to the accessory decoder is shown on each LH100.

  • Page 45: Train Operation While Controlling Turnouts Or Signals

    Information SET-01 If the turnouts are not feedback capable, or connected to a non- feedback capable accessory decoder, then you can’t have actual feedback of the turnout position. In this case you will see the last entered position (+ or -) when you call up the turnout. And when you press the + or - keys, the display will update immediately.

  • Page 46: Displaying Feedback

    Information SET-01 13 Displaying feedback In this section you learn: how to display layout feedback on the LH100 display You reach this function menu in one of two ways then scroll through the menus using followed then press until you see a display of Using this LH100 function you can show the status of any of the...

  • Page 47: Reading/Changing Decoder Settings

    14 Reading/Changing decoder settings In this large section you will find out: ® what “programming” really is in Digital plus by Lenz what settings can be changed by programming what different methods can be used for programming how you proceed when programming 14.1 What is programming and what purpose does...
  • Page 48 CV4 is always the deceleration delay. A description of the available CVs and their settings is described in the Digital plus by Lenz ® locomotive decoder manuals. This information can be downloaded in the internet from www.lenz.com, obtained from your model railroad retailer, or by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope to Lenz Elektronik.
  • Page 49 2. When you want to display information currently stored within the 3. There are also Digital plus by Lenz ® decoders that do not understand the “Programming on the Main” mode. Many entry level, older locomotive or most accessory decoders do not have the capability to be programmed using operations mode programming.

  • Page 50: Programming On The Main - Pom

    Information SET-01 14.2 Programming on the Main - PoM You reach this function menu in one of two ways then scroll through the menus using followed then press until you see a display of Programming on the main is mainly of interest for locomotive decoders, since using PoM the settings of the decoder can be changed on the normal “operating”...
  • Page 51 Information SET-01 14.2.2 Which locomotive decoders can have their settings changed with PoM? All Digital plus locomotive decoders from the XF and XS series on can use PoM. If you use locomotive decoders from other manufacturers, please refer to their manuals for compatibility with PoM.
  • Page 52 Information SET-01 With ‘Enter’ you start the programming sequence and change the value of this CV in this locomotive. With ‘Esc’ you return to entry of a CV number. You can now directly go to changing another CV If you want to get back to controlling a locomotive, you press ‘Esc’...
  • Page 53 Information SET-01 "DCC" stands for deceleration delay (CV4) "MAX" stands for maximum speed (CV5). Please note that not all decoders use CV5. Page until you see the setting you want displayed. Use ‘Enter’ to select the desired setting. Now enter the value you want. 'Enter' starts the programming, and once it is done, you are returned to selecting the setting.

  • Page 54: Programming On The Programming Track

    Information SET-01 First press the '2' key Next press the '9' key. When you press enter this will select CV29. Instead of entering the decimal number that you want to program, press Enter again to enter bit mode. In bit mode you can enter a value from 1 to 8 for the bit you wish to change.
  • Page 55 Information SET-01 DIGITAL plus...
  • Page 56 Information SET-01 In section 13.12 the reasons for using service mode programming were explained. In this section you will learn about the various methods for using service mode programming using a special programming track. For programming the locomotive address and the other key settings we have created a very convenient method.
  • Page 57 Information SET-01 Step by step procedure to read a locomotive address: Press On the display you see Explanation The most recently selected menu is shown Programming on the programming track (flashes) The most recently selected programming mode is shown Page with ‘-’ until “DIR” is displayed.
  • Page 58 Information SET-01 Now the address keyed in is written in the locomotive decoder. During the programming sequence the second row of the display shows a “P”. When you want to leave the programming of an address, then use ‘Esc’ to return to selecting the setting.
  • Page 59 Information SET-01 14.3.3.1 Additional settings that can be programmed and read out with the “DIR” menu Aside from the address, the “DIR” menu offers you a simple method for programming the other key locomotive settings. Press On the display you see Explanation The most recently selected menu is shown...
  • Page 60 Information SET-01 14.3.4 Reading and writing by entering the CV — step by step directions Many additional decoder CVs can be written and read, in addition to the settings that can be programmed with the “DIR” menu,. While we will only show CV1 here as an example, the procedure is the same for all CVs, Press On the display you see...
  • Page 61 Information SET-01 Another ‘Esc’ brings you back to the menu that allows you to select the programming mode. With a final ‘Esc’ you leave the programming and return to controlling locomotives. Make sure you do not exceed the valid range of values for the decoder when entering data! If needed, refer to the operation manual of the decoder.
  • Page 62 14.3.5 Reading and writing by entering using register mode ® Older Digital plus by Lenz decoders (series produced before 1996) and decoders from some other manufacturers do not support programming by entering the CV. These decoders are programmed by what is called “register” mode.
  • Page 63 Information SET-01 For more details, see the operation manual for the decoder. The procedure for reading / programming in register mode is the same as when programming using CV mode, with the exception that there are only 8 registers to choose from. Press On the display you see Explanation...
  • Page 64 Information SET-01 14.3.6 Reading and programming by using paged mode Paged mode is an older and slower method for reading and setting CVs. This mode of programming can be used to program many decoders that do not support the faster Direct CV Mode. The procedure for programming in Paged mode is identical to the procedure in Direct CV mode.

  • Page 65: Error Messages During Programming

    CVs back to a known condition. The LH100 "RESET" programming writes all the important CVs used by ® Digital plus by Lenz decoders back to a factory default condition. Press On the display you see Explanation Use ‘-’...

  • Page 66: Configuring The Lh100 Handheld Using The Sys Menu

    Information SET-01 14.4.1 Display on other connected hand held controllers When the LZ100 enters programming mode, power to the layout is stopped. While the command station remains in the programming mode, all displays other than the one performing programming operations will show “PM”. Configuring the LH100 handheld using the SYS menu In this section you learn about:...

  • Page 67: Sys_1: The System Menu

    Information SET-01 Press On the display you see Explanation The most recently selected menu is shown This is the prompt to enter the setup that you want to read/change. SET0 is setting the XpressNet address. The currently set address is shown. With ‘Cl’...
  • Page 68 Information SET-01 Following are the settings that you can change within the "SYS_1" menu. 15.2.1 SET_1: Setting the function of the ‘Stop’ key You can use this system setting to configure the operation of the 'St' Stop key. the locomotives are the power to the track is stopped, but the power to turned off...
  • Page 69 Information SET-01 15.2.2 SET_2: language selection Currently, the LH100 allows you the choice between German and English (US) display text. To configure this setting go to the SET menu: Press On the display you see Explanation You reach this display by pressing 'F' followed by '9' followed by '1'.
  • Page 70 Information SET-01 With the ‘-’ key you lower it. While you are pressing the key, the corresponding arrow is shown in the display. Each keystroke immediately changes the contrast of the display, so that you instantly can evaluate the result of the change.
  • Page 71 Information SET-01 You leave the system menu with ‘Esc’, which takes you back to selecting the settings. With another ‘Esc’ you return to controlling locomotives. 15.2.5 SET_5: Erasing locomotive addresses from the command station stack As described previously, the LZ100 command station sends operation data repeatedly to all locomotive addresses contained in its stack.
  • Page 72 Information SET-01 With CL set to ON you can proceed to erase a locomotive address from the command station stack using the following procedure. Press On the display you see Explanation You are in controlling locomotive First erase display pressing the 'Cl' key Use ‘-’...
  • Page 73 Information SET-01 15.2.6 SET_6: LH100 Reset to factory defaults The "SYS-6" command can be used to reset the LH100 to factory default. To configure this setting go to the SET menu: Press On the display you see Explanation The LH100 display alternates between "RESET"...

  • Page 74: Sys_7: Displaying The Command Station Id

    Information SET-01 15.3 SYS_7: Displaying the command station ID Using this function you can display the identification of the command station in use. Press On the display you see Explanation The most recently selected menu is shown This is the prompt to enter the setup that you want to read/change.

  • Page 75: Sys_9: Displaying The Version Number Of Lh100

    Information SET-01 15.5 SYS_9: Displaying the version number of LH100 Using this function you can display the version number of LH100 Press On the display you see Explanation The most recently selected menu is shown This is the prompt to enter the setup that you want to read/change.

  • Page 76: Expanding Set-01

    Information SET-01 16 Expanding SET-01 In this section you will learn: how to connect more input devices (handheld controls etc.) to your SET-01 how you satisfy a larger power requirement for your model railway...

  • Page 77: Adding Xpressnet To Allow Additional Input Devices

    Information SET-01 16.1 Adding XpressNet to allow additional input devices Your Digital plus by Lenz ® SET-01 has the ability to easily expand using its support of XpressNet. XpressNet is a leading model railroad high speed network protocol. It is based on the electronic industry standard RS-485 hardware.

  • Page 78: More Power Through More Power Stations

    As is the case with conventional systems, a sufficient power supply ® is required for reliable functioning of your Digital plus by Lenz system. Locomotives, coach lighting, points, signals, etc. receive their power and their control information from the power station. If...
  • Page 79 Information SET-01 16.2.1 Connecting additional LV101s Connect terminals C,D (and optionally E) of the first LV101 with terminals C,D and E of the next LV101. Power each LV101 with its own transformer. Isolate both rails of the track at the junction of the single supply areas and make sure the polarity is the same.

  • Page 80: Technical Appendix

    Information SET-01 17 Technical appendix In this appendix we have collected information for you that may be of interest to the advanced user, or that can help you in case of problems. In this section you will find: Managing the LZ100 locomotive database valuable information on the Set-01's, LV101 power station information on the wiring of your model railway information on wiring the XpressNet network...
  • Page 81 XpressNet. Please check if all wires are connected correctly. If this does not correct the problem it is possible that the command station or the hand held controller is defective. Please contact your model railroad dealer or Lenz Elektronik. DIGITAL plus...

  • Page 82: The Lz100 Locomotive Database

    LZ100 and the LV101, bests results are achieved using two separate transformers. For the LZ100 we recommend the Lenz UL approved TR16 transformer. This transformer provides 16VA of power at 14 volts. To power your LV101 you will need a transformer that delivers between 14 and 16V AC for H0 and smaller scales.

  • Page 83: Power Station Lv101

    Information SET-01 The following transformers are recommended for the LV101: • Digital plus TR100 (order-no. 26000).(220 volts) • Digitrax PS515 Power supply (110 volts) • Atlas Generator (110 volts) • MRC AH800 Power supply (110 volts) • Lionel Trainmaster PH1 (note this transformer can power 2 LV101s) (110 volts) If you wish to use a different transformer, please note that it should be a model railroad transformer with a 'UL,'GS' or 'CE' symbol.
  • Page 84 Information SET-01 17.5.1 Connecting the LV101 Power Station to the layout For maximum power, the LV101 should be located near the track being powered, so that the connection between the LV101 and the track is kept as short as possible. Connect the transformer to terminals U and V.
  • Page 85 Information SET-01 17.5.2 Six-pin I/O - port The six-pin phone type jack located on the rear of the LV101 is not used with Set-01. 17.5.3 Installation considerations There must not be a capacitor connected to the track for interference control. A capacitor is only needed for conventional operations to prevent radio interference.
  • Page 86 Information SET-01 Connecting 2 LV101s to the layout The command signals reach additional LV101s through terminals C and D of the first one. Each LV101 must be connected to its own transformer. The number of transformer/Power Station combinations needed for the layout thus depends on the power needs of your layout.
  • Page 87 Information SET-01 You have to open the LV101 up to set the track voltage. On the printed circuit board you will find 4 switches. Depending on the position of the 4 switches there is a different starting voltage for the terminals J and K.

  • Page 88: Advice On The Wiring Of The Model Railway

    If a short-circuit goes unnoticed, the heat produced creates a fire risk! 17.6.1 Connecting a reverse loop Lenz GmbH produces an automatic reversing module (LK100) which can be used to easily wire complex automatic reversing sections. While these units are invaluable in some cases they are...
  • Page 89 Information SET-01 not absolutely needed for DCC operations. Following is an example on how a very simple reversing section can be built. Example: Using isolated track contacts and a twin-coil relay, the polarity inside a reverse loop is switched such that when crossing the gaps, there is no short.

  • Page 90: Mixed Operation: Conventional Dc And Digital Dcc

    Lenz has chosen to leave the option of the location of the common up to the individual operator. The LV101 is completely opto- isolated.

  • Page 91: Wiring The Xpressnet Data Network

    Information SET-01 locomotive crosses the gap. One approach is to use a Digital Circuit Breaker such as the LT100. If a locomotive bridges the insulated gap, the module immediately interrupts the analog power supply. Warning: Mixed digital/analog operations using both rails and catenary (overhead wire) is not allowed.
  • Page 92 Information SET-01 The XpressNet wiring must be installed so that the line starts at the Command Station and ends somewhere on your layout. (Daisy chained from Command Station via intermediate input locations to the last input location.) Between the start and end you may insert connecting panels or 5-pin DIN connectors anywhere.

  • Page 93: Bits And Bytes - Conversion Calculation Help

    Information SET-01 17.9 Bits and bytes - Conversion calculation help Setting and erasing bits in a CV Many CVs in the decoders do not use numeric values, but individual bits. If you want to program a decoder that does not support the bit- mode changing of CVs, you must program the decimal value corresponding to the bits that are to be set or erased.

  • Page 94: Glossary

    Information SET-01 17.10 Glossary ® The most important terms in the Digital plus by Lenz system: Address The number of a locomotive, comparable to a telephone number. Acceleration Setting on a locomotive decoder. The acceleration delay determines how fast a locomotive reaches the speed belonging...
  • Page 95 Information SET-01 Throttle The area on the handheld between the minimum and maximum positions speed is divided into individual sections. We call these throttle positions. Throttle- Determines whether a locomotive is controlled with 14, 27, 28 or notches 128 speed step mode. XpressNet High speed data communication network for connecting DIGITAL plus input devices together...

  • Page 96: Troubleshooting Guide

    Information SET-01 18 Troubleshooting Guide Malfunction Possible cause Correction SET-01 Power supply is interrupted, Ensure that the transformer operational transformer is not plugged into is on, has not overloaded or (LED on LZ100 and/or an outlet or "U", "V" wires are shut off, check wiring from LV101 does not light connected...
  • Page 97 Information SET-01 Unable to change the The speed of the locomotive is Set the speed to 0 before speed step mode not 0 setting the speed step mode. Locomotive does not The locomotive decoder does Select the 14, 27 or 28 react when speed step not comprehend this mode speed step mode for the...

  • Page 98: Radio And Television Interference

    Information SET-01 19 Radio And Television Interference This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 99: North American Warranty

    Information SET-01 20 North American Warranty Lenz GmbH does everything it can do to ensure that its products are free from defects and will operate for the life of your model railroad equipment. From time to time even the best engineered products fail either due to a faulty part or from accidental mistakes in installation.
  • Page 100 (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Please save this manual for future reference! © 2000 Lenz GmbH, All Rights Reserved...

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