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Esu LokSound micro V4.0 User Manual

Esu LokSound micro V4.0
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Instruction Manual
3. Edition, February 2012
P/N 51972
LokSound V4.0
LokSound micro V4.0
LokSound V4.0

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Esu LokSound micro V4.0 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEsu
ModelLokSound micro V4.0
CategoryMedia Converter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Notes for LokSound Decoder Usage

Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for installation and operation of the LokSound decoder.

Understanding the LokSound Decoder Manual

Introduction to the LokSound Family

Provides an overview of the LokSound decoder family and its capabilities.

LokSound V4.0 Decoder Overview

Details the features and specifications of the LokSound V4.0 decoder.

General LokSound Decoder Properties

Operating Modes

Explains the multi-protocol and automatic detection capabilities of the decoders.

Motor Control

Details the decoder's ability to control various types of DC motors.

LokSound Decoder Sound Functions

Steam Locomotive Sounds

Describes sound functions specific to steam locomotives.

Diesel Locomotive Sounds

Details sound functions tailored for diesel locomotives.

LokSound Decoder Features and Operation

Electric Locomotive Sounds

Describes sound functions for electric locomotives, including fan noise and gear sounds.

LokProgrammer and Software Features

Explains sound project management with LokProgrammer and future-proofing.

Analogue Mode and General Functions

Covers analogue mode operation, general functions, programming, reliability, and protection.

Installing the LokSound Decoder

Installation Requirements and Procedure

Outlines prerequisites for installation and the general process of fitting the decoder.

8-pin NEM 652 Interface Installation

Details connecting the decoder to locomotives with an 8-pin NEM 652 interface.

LokSound Decoder Installation by Interface Type

6-pin NEM 651 Interface

Instructions for installing decoders with a 6-pin NEM 651 interface.

21MTC Interface and C-Sine Motors

Details installation for 21MTC interface, including C-Sine motor compatibility.

Next18 Interface and No Interface

Covers installation for Next18 interface and locomotives without a dedicated interface.

LokSound Decoder Wiring Diagrams

Wiring Examples

Visual wiring guides for LokSound V4.0 and LokSound micro V4.0 decoders.

LokSound Decoder Installation: Wiring and Motor Connections

Märklin Colour Coding

Compares Märklin colour coding with DCC standards for wiring.

Motor and Track Connections

Explains how to connect motor and track power, including DC/Coreless motors.

LokSound Decoder Installation: Motors, Speakers, and Functions

HAMO Motor Conversions

Details how to connect universal motors with HAMO magnets.

Speaker and Additional Function Connections

Guides on connecting speakers and various additional functions.

LokSound Decoder Function Outputs: Protection and Lights

Function Output Protection

Explains overload protection for function outputs and potential issues with incandescent bulbs.

LED and Light Bulb Usage

Details how to connect LEDs and suitable light bulbs, including necessary resistors.

LokSound Decoder Light Outputs and AUX Ports

Connecting Light Outputs and AUX Ports

Guides on connecting headlights, rear lights, and AUX outputs (AUX1-AUX4).

AUX3/AUX4 and Smoke Generators

Explains the purpose of AUX3/AUX4 and factors for selecting suitable smoke generators.

LokSound Decoder Advanced Connections

Smoke Generator and Wheel Sensor Setup

Details connecting smoke generators and wheel sensors (Hall IC).

Wheel Sensor Wiring

Specifics on wiring Hall Sensor IC for wheel speed detection.

LokSound Decoder Advanced Connections: Sensors and Power

Reed Switch Sensors and Capacitors

Explains reed switch sensors and connecting capacitors for power smoothing.

Optional PowerPack Module

Details the optional PowerPack module for uninterrupted operation.

LokSound Decoder PowerPack Operation

PowerPack Functionality and Limitations

Describes how the PowerPack functions in digital mode and its limitations.

Initial Operation of LokSound Decoders

Factory Defaults and Digital Modes

Covers default settings and an overview of digital operating modes.

DCC Operation and Speed Steps

Details DCC operation, including issues with speed steps and lighting.

LokSound Decoder Digital Mode Operation

DCC Speed Step Auto-Detection

Explains the automatic detection of DCC speed steps for compatibility.

Motorola® Mode Features

Details Motorola mode operation, including 28 speed steps and extended address range.

LokSound Decoder Operation Modes: Selectrix and Analogue

Selectrix® Mode Operation

Explains operation with Selectrix command stations and mixed protocol environments.

Analogue DC and AC Operation

Covers analogue DC and AC operation, including compatibility and warnings for AC.

LokSound Decoder Settings and Programming

Adjustable Decoder Properties

Explains how software-governed properties can be adjusted via CVs.

LokSound Decoder CVs and Programming Methods

Configuration Variables (CVs)

Explains the CV concept, NMRA standardization, and bits/bytes.

Programming with Digital Systems

Introduces methods for programming using various digital systems.

LokSound Decoder Programming: DCC Systems

DCC Programming Modes

Covers DCC programming modes like direct, register, paged, and POM.

LokSound Decoder Programming: Command Stations

ESU ECOS Programming

Explains how to program decoders using the ESU ECOS command station.

Märklin® 6021 Programming

Details programming methods for the Märklin 6021, including short and long modes.

LokSound Decoder Programming: Märklin Systems

Märklin® 6021 Long Mode

Details the long mode for programming with the Märklin 6021.

Märklin® Mobile Station Programming

Explains how to program decoders using the Märklin Mobile Station.

LokSound Decoder Programming: Various Systems

Märklin® Central Station and ESU LokProgrammer

Covers programming via Märklin Central Station and the ESU LokProgrammer.

ROCO® Multimaus Programming

Explains the procedure for programming with the ROCO Multimaus.

LokSound Decoder Programming: ROCO LokMaus II

ROCO® LokMaus II Programming Procedure

Details the specific steps for programming using the ROCO LokMaus II.

LokSound Decoder Address Settings

DCC Address Modes

Explains short and long address settings in DCC mode.

Motorola® Address Settings

Details how to set addresses for Motorola mode operation.

Adapting LokSound Decoder Driving Characteristics

Acceleration, Deceleration, and Shunting

Covers adjusting acceleration, deceleration, and enabling shunting mode.

Speed Control Settings

Details how to set starting, medium, and maximum speeds using CVs.

LokSound Decoder Driving: Speed and Mode Transitions

Custom Speed Curves

Explains how to define custom speed curves using CVs for precise control.

Digital to Analogue Transitions

Details how the decoder handles transitions between digital and analogue sectors.

LokSound Decoder Driving: Mode Transitions and Braking

Digital Protocol Transitions

Covers switching between DCC, Motorola, and Selectrix protocols.

Brake Sector Operation

Explains how to configure and use different brake sector modes for stopping.

LokSound Decoder Braking and Distance Control

Selectrix and Lenz ABC Braking

Details how the decoder interacts with Selectrix and Lenz ABC braking systems.

Constant Brake Distance

Explains how to set a constant stopping distance regardless of speed.

LokSound Decoder Braking and Analogue Settings

Braking Distance Control

Details linear and constant braking distance settings for precise stopping.

Analogue Operation Adjustments

Covers setting starting and maximum speeds for DC and AC analogue modes.

LokSound Decoder Motor Control: Load Compensation

Load Compensation Adjustment Overview

Introduces adjusting load compensation for optimal motor control.

Fine-Tuning Motor Control Parameters

Details adjusting parameters like 'K' and 'I' for precise motor behaviour.

LokSound Decoder Motor Control: Fine-Tuning Parameters

Reference Voltage and "K slow" Parameter

Explains adjusting reference voltage and the "K slow" parameter for slow driving.

Adaptive Regulation Frequency

Discusses setting adaptive regulation frequency and potential buzzing noise.

LokSound Decoder Motor Control: Advanced Settings

Load Compensation and Dynamic Drive Control

Covers turning off load compensation and implementing dynamic drive control for gradients.

C-Sinus Motor Settings

Details specific settings required for controlling C-Sinus motors via the 21MTC interface.

LokSound Decoder Function Outputs and Mapping

Physical Function Outputs Overview

Describes the available physical function outputs and their general use.

Function Button Mapping

Explains how to allocate function buttons to outputs using mapping and index CV access.

LokSound Decoder Function Mapping Details

Function Mapping Chart and CVs

Details the function mapping chart and the CVs used for configuration.

LokProgrammer for Function Key Allocation

Explains using the LokProgrammer for advanced function key assignments.

LokSound Decoder Function Outputs: Special Effects

Lighting Effects and Options

Details various lighting effects like dimming, strobes, beacons, and coupler functions.

Adjusting Lighting Effects

Explains how to configure lighting effects using CVs for mode, brightness, and special functions.

LokSound Decoder Function Output Effects Table

Light Effect Configuration CVs

Provides a table mapping light effects to specific CVs and values.

LokSound Decoder Function Mapping Defaults

Factory Default Function Assignments

Table showing default assignments of function buttons to physical and logic outputs.

LokSound Decoder Function Mapping Details

Logic Functions and Sound Mapping CVs

Details logic functions and sound slot assignments to function keys via CVs.

LokSound Decoder Function Outputs: Timing and Control

Grade Crossing, Flash Rate, Auto Switch-off

Explains settings for grade crossing hold time, flash rate, and automatic output switch-off.

Digital Coupler Control

Details how to control digital couplers, including the specific "Coupler" mode.

LokSound Decoder Function Outputs: Advanced Control

Automatic Coupler and Analogue Settings

Covers automatic decoupling functions and basic analogue settings for function buttons.

LGB Pulse Sequence and Swiss Headlight Mode

Explains LGB pulse sequence mode and the Swiss headlight mode configuration.

Adjusting LokSound Decoder Sound Effects

Sound Volume Adjustment

Explains how to adjust master volume and individual sound slot volumes.

Single Sound Tables

Guides on understanding and using single sound tables for customisation.

LokSound Decoder Sound Tables

Steam and Diesel Sound CVs

Provides tables of CVs for adjusting steam and diesel locomotive sounds.

LokSound Decoder Sound Settings: Electric and Special

Electric and Special Sound CVs

Provides tables for electric locomotive sounds and special sound effects like random sounds.

Prime Mover Startup Delay

Explains how to adjust or disable the prime mover startup delay.

LokSound Decoder Sound: Notching and Steam Chuffs

Manual Notching for Diesel Locomotives

Explains how to manually control diesel engine RPM using function keys.

Synchronising Steam Chuffs

Details synchronising steam chuffs with wheel revolutions using CVs.

LokSound Decoder Sound: Chuffs, Random Sounds, and Brakes

Steam Chuff Distance and Random Sounds

Covers adjusting steam chuff spacing and configuring random sounds.

Braking Sound Threshold

Explains how to set the threshold for triggering wheel-synchronised braking sounds.

LokSound Decoder: Reset, Special Functions, and RailCom

Decoder Reset Procedures

Details how to reset the decoder to factory default settings using different systems.

Special Functions and RailCom®

Covers the directional bit special function and the RailCom® communication technology.

LokSound Decoder: RailCom, Updates, and Accessories

RailCom Plus and Firmware Updates

Explains RailCom Plus features, automatic recognition, and how to update decoder firmware.

Decoder Accessories

Details accessories like centre pick-up switching and HAMO magnets for motor conversions.

LokSound Decoder Accessories and Support

Wire Harnesses and Adapters

Describes wire harnesses and mounting adapters for various interface types.

Technical Support and Assistance

Provides contact information for technical support and customer assistance.

LokSound Decoder Technical Data

Decoder Specifications and Features

A comprehensive table detailing technical specifications for LokSound V4.0 and micro V4.0.

LokSound Decoder Supported CVs

CV List Overview

An introduction to the list of supported Configuration Variables (CVs).

LokSound Decoder CV Details: Brake, RailCom, Configuration

CVs for Brake Modes, RailCom, and Configuration

Details specific CVs related to brake modes, RailCom, and configuration registers.

LokSound Decoder CVs: Configuration and Analogue Modes

CVs for Extended Configuration and Analogue Modes

Details CVs related to extended configurations and analogue operation settings.

LokSound Decoder CVs: Motor Control and Sound

CVs for Motor Control and Sound Parameters

Details CVs related to motor control (load compensation) and sound adjustments.

LokSound Decoder CVs: Trimming, Speed Tables, and Functions

CVs for Trimming, Speed, Functions, and Powerpack

Details CVs for forward/reverse trim, speed tables, blinking lights, user CVs, and powerpack bypass.

LokSound Decoder CVs: Notching, Braking, and Decoupling

CVs for Notching, Braking, and Decoupling Functions

Details CVs related to manual notching, grade crossing, decoupling, and brake distances.

LokSound Decoder Appendix: Long Address Programming

Programming Long Addresses

Explains the process of calculating and writing long addresses into CVs.

Reading Long Addresses

Details how to read existing long addresses from CVs and interpret them.

LokSound Decoder Warranty Information

Warranty Conditions and Exclusions

Outlines the terms, conditions, and exclusions of the product warranty.

LokSound Decoder Troubleshooting Sheet

Data Collection for Troubleshooting

Provides a form to record personal data, product details, and error descriptions for support.

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