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Digitrax Zephyr - User Manual

Digitrax Zephyr
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Digitrax Command Control
Starter Set Manual
Includes:
DCS50 Command Station Booster,
PS315 Power Supply,
LT1 LocoNet Cable & Decoder Tester
Digitrax, Inc.
450 Cemetery ST #206
Norcross, GA 30071 USA
(770) 441-7992 Fax (770)441-0759
www.digitrax.com
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Digitrax Manuals & Instructions are updated periodically.
Please visit www.digitrax.com for the latest version of all manuals.
This manual was updated 11/03.

Table of Contents

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Summary

Zephyr Hook Up and Initial Setup

DCS50 Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Operating Locomotives with the DCS50

Running DCC Equipped Locomotives

Programming and Using Decoder Addresses

System Operation and Troubleshooting

Quick Start Troubleshooting Guide

Basic troubleshooting tips for issues encountered during initial setup.

Decoder Programming Fundamentals

Service Mode vs. Operations Mode Programming

Details Service Mode programming on an isolated track and Operations Mode on the layout.

Changing Decoder Addresses Using the Programming Track

Selecting Address Mode, Reading, and Writing Addresses

Steps for choosing address mode, reading current address, and writing a new address to the decoder.

Programming CVs Other Than Addresses via Programming Track

Selecting CVs, Entering Data, Reading, and Writing CV Values

Procedures for selecting CVs, entering data, reading values, and writing to the decoder.

Programming on the Mainline: Operations Mode

Entering CV for Operations Mode

Procedure to input the CV number for programming in Operations Mode.

Entering CV Value for Operations Mode

How to input the data value for the selected CV in Operations Mode.

Writing CV Data in Operations Mode

Saving the programmed CV data value back to the decoder.

DCS50 Programming Error Messages

Locomotive Speed Control

Using the Throttle Knob and Setting Speed Limits

How to control speed with the throttle knob and set a speed limit for the local throttle.

Locomotive Direction and Stop Controls

Changing Direction and Using the Brake Position

How to change locomotive direction and use the brake function with the Direction Lever.

Stopping Locomotives and Emergency Layout Stops

Procedures for stopping individual locomotives and performing an emergency stop for the entire layout.

Brake Operation

Using Brake Operation and Changing Brake Rate

How to use the brake function and adjust the brake rate parameter.

Controlling Locomotive Functions

Understanding DCC Functions and Operating F0-F8

Explains DCC functions and how to operate F0-F8 using the keypad.

Further Function Control Details

Function and MU Operation

Diagnosing and Resolving Function Operation Issues

Checks and steps to take if locomotive functions are not responding as expected.

Managing Multiple Unit (MU) Consists

Procedure for Creating and Adding Locomotives to an MU

Step-by-step guide to forming an MU consist and adding locomotives to it.

MU Consist Management and Function Control

Procedure for Detaching a Locomotive from an MU

Steps to remove a locomotive from an existing MU consist.

Address Stealing and Releasing

Releasing Locomotive Addresses from a Throttle

DCS50 Error Messages and Their Meanings

Decoder Speed Step Settings

Changing Decoder Speed Step Settings: Status Editing

Procedure for Changing Decoder Speed Step Settings

Step-by-step guide to changing a decoder's speed step compatibility via status editing.

SWITCH Mode for Turnout Control

Adding Throttles: LocoNet & Jump Ports

Jump Ports: Using DC Power Packs as Additional Throttles

Operating Locomotives on Jump Port 1

Operating Locomotives on Jump Port 2

Adding Another DCS50 to Your System

Comprehensive Troubleshooting Guide

Common Issues: No Response, Power Problems, and Quarter Trick

Troubleshooting steps for unresponsive systems, power issues, and using the Quarter Trick.

Further Troubleshooting for Locomotives

Troubleshooting: Decoder Not Responding

Diagnosing Unresponsive Decoders: Address, Power, and CVs

Comprehensive checks for decoders that are not responding, including address, power, MU status, and CVs.

Advanced Troubleshooting and System Messages

DCS50 Option Switch Setup

Customizing Operations with DCS50 Option Switches

Introduction to option switches and the procedure for changing their settings.

DCS50 Option Switch Configuration Table

Digitrax Zephyr Specifications

General IconGeneral
ControlDCC
ThrottleIntegrated
LocoNetYes
ManufacturerDigitrax
Programming Track OutputYes
Computer InterfaceLocoNet
DisplayLCD
Number of Accessory Addresses20
Number of ThrottlesLocoNet
Command StationIntegrated
BoosterIntegrated
InterfaceLocoNet
CompatibilityNMRA DCC

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