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Summarization of Contents
Introduction and Safety
Decoder Compatibility and Safety Warnings
Explains decoder compatibility and crucial safety precautions.
Warranty and Support
Product Warranty and Technical Assistance
Covers warranty terms and how to contact support for issues.
Sounddecoder Model Overview
SD05A Pinout and Connections
Details pinout and connections for the SD05A model.
Decoder Specifications
Driving and Sound Characteristics
Technical details on driving performance and sound capabilities.
Connection Options
Available connection methods and interfaces for decoders.
5.1 Driving Operation
Control Modes and Speed Steps
Explains control by various digital systems and available speed steps.
5.2 Sound Operation
Sound Project Design and Features
Describes sound project types, features, and loading.
6 Installation of the Sounddecoder
6.1 Preparation Steps
Pre-installation checks, locomotive condition, and connection preparation.
6.2 Installation Variants
Connecting to Locomotive Interfaces
Details how to connect via PluX, Next18, MTC21, and NEM interfaces.
7 Operating System SelecTRIX 1 (SX1)
SX1 Functions Overview
Lists supported functions like speed steps, lights, and additional functions.
7.2 SX1 Operation via SX2 Parameter Programming
Parameter Mapping for SX1 Control
Maps SX1 programming to SX2 parameters for locomotive control.
8 Operating System DCC
DCC Functions Supported
Lists supported DCC functions like addresses, speed steps, and lights.
8.2 Setting Options for DCC
Programming Configuration Variables (CVs)
Explains how to vary locomotive characteristics using CVs.
8.2.1 List of Supported CVs for Driving Operation
CVs for Address and Speed Control
Details CVs for address, voltage, acceleration, deceleration, and speed.
9 Operating System Märklin-Motorola (MM)
MM Functions Supported
Lists supported functions for Märklin-Motorola operation.
9.2 Programming with Märklin Central Unit 6020/6021
Short and Long Programming Modes
Explains the two programming modes for Märklin units.
10 System Format SelecTRIX 2 (SX2)
SX2 Functions Overview
Lists supported functions for SelecTRIX 2 operation.
10.2 Setting Options for SX2
Programming Parameters (par) for SX2
Explains how to adjust locomotive characteristics using parameters.
10.2.1 List of Supported Parameters for SX2
Address and Control Parameters
Details parameters for address, speed, and additional channels.
Supplement 1: Notes to Function Mapping
Output Value Mapping for Functions
Explains how to map functions to outputs using values.
Supplement 2: Speed Characteristics
Speed Step Characteristic Curves
Visual representation of speed step characteristics.
Supplement 3: Unamplified Function Outputs
AUX3-AUX6 Output Limitations
Explains limitations of unamplified outputs and need for amplifiers.
Supplement 4: Electric Coupling / Freewheeling Diode
Protection Against Voltage Spikes
Explains the need for freewheeling diodes for inductive loads.
Supplement 5: Automatic Coupling Procedure ("Coupling Waltz")
Principle of Operation
Describes the automatic coupling process and its activation.
Supplement 6: Decoder Detection
Identifying Decoder Model and Firmware
How to identify the decoder model and firmware version using CVs.
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