ZIMO MS590N18 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MS450, -R, MS450P22, -P16
MS440C, MS440D
MS480, -R, -F, MS480P16
MS490, -R, -F, MS490N, -L
MS500, -R, -F, MS500N
MS560
MS580N18, MS580N18G
MS590N18
MS950 and LOKPL950
MS990L, MS990K and LOKPL990
MN330, -R, MN330P22
MN340C, MN340D
MN300, -R, -F, MN300P16
MN170, -R, -F, MN170N
MN180N18
MS – SOUND DECODERS
for SW version 4.229
including a pre-description of the features of version 5.00
Small decoders shown enlarged (1.5:1)
Large scale decoder in original size
EDITIONS:
First version for first delivery, SW version 1.00 --- 2018 04 17
2018 07 20
2018 08 23
SW version 2.00 --- 2019 01 08
2019 01 25
SW version 2.04 with lookout to later versions --- 2019 02 20
2019 05 30
2019 08 08
SW version 4 with lookout to later versions --- 2019 09 11
2019 11 22
2019 12 09
Miniature and NEXT types added, revisions --- 2020 03 05
SW version 4.10 with lookout to 5 --- german ed.
Large scale types added, updates --- 2020 06 29
SW version 4.50 --- german ed.
SW version 4.75 --- german ed.
german ed.
2021 05 12
SW version 4.90 --- 2021 05 21
SW version 4.95 --- 2021 06 15
2021 06 29
SW version 4.215 --- 2022 05 05
2022 05 27
2022 08 01
SW version 4.225 --- 2022 11 10
2022 12 05
2022 12 15
2023 02 01
2023 05 02
MN Types and Sound Equalizing added --- 2023 07 11
& MN – Non-Sound Decoder

ZIMO MS590N18 Specifications

General

Category	Media Converter
Wavelength	1310nm
Transmission Distance	20km
Fiber Type	Single Mode
Input Voltage	5V DC
Power Supply	External power supply
Humidity	5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Summary

Overview of the types and type-dependent data

MS Sound Decoders for Small Scales (N to 0)

Details on MS sound decoders for N to 0 scales, covering various models and their data.

MS Sound Decoders for Big Scales (0, 1, G, 2,...)

Details on MS sound decoders for larger scales (0, 1, G, 2,...), covering various models.

MN Non-Sound Decoders for Small Scales (N to 0)

Details on MN non-sound decoders for N to 0 scales, covering various models.

Technical Data, Schematics, and Operation with mfx

CVs in DCC Operation

Basic Configuration

Explanation of basic DCC configuration CVs, including address, operating modes, and braking settings.

Decoder-ID, Load-Code

Information on Decoder Identification (ID) and Load Codes for ZIMO decoders, used for sound projects.

MS Sound Decoders for Small Scales (N to 0)

MS Sound Decoders for Big Scales (0, 1, G, 2,...)

MN Non-Sound Decoders for Small Scales (N to 0)

Software Update

Overload and Thermal Protection

Energy Storage Solution with STACO1 on the MS490...

External Capacitors on Miniature Decoders over StayAlive! - Controller STACO1/STACO3

Energy Storage Solution with STACO1 or ELKO on the MS500

NOTE: External Energy Storage with MS580N18

STACO2 StayAlive-Controller with Next18-connection

External energy storage to "KATO-Decoder” MS560 via StayAlive! - Controller STACO1

NOTE: External energy storage on MS990

mfx Operation with the Märklin Central Station 3

Manufacturer ID, SW version

Vehicle Address(es) in DCC Mode

Decoder-Controlled Consisting (a.k.a. “Advanced Consisting

Analog Operation

Motor Regulation and Control

The Speed Curves

Description of available speed curve types (3-point and 28-point) and how they are configured using CVs.

CV #57 - Voltage Reference for the Motor Regulation

Tweaking the Motor Regulation by Controlling Algorithm

CV #9 – Motor Control Frequency and EMF Sampling Rate

Explanation of CV #9 for adjusting motor control frequency and EMF sampling rate for optimal performance.

CV #56 or CVs #147, #148, #149 – The PID Regulation

Details on configuring Proportional-Integral-Differential (PID) parameters for advanced motor control.

Tips on How to Find the Optimal CV #56 Settings

CV #58 - Load Compensation

Acceleration and Deceleration Momentum

CV #151 - Motorbrake

CV #309 - Brake Key

Special Operating Mode “km/h Speed Regulation"

ZIMO "Signal-Controlled Speed Influence" (HLU)

Stop in Front of a Red Signal and Driving Slowly by “Asymmetrical DCC-Signal” Stops (Lenz ABC)

DC Brake Sections, “Märklin Brake Mode”

Distance Controlled Stopping - Constant Braking Distance

Shunting-, Half Speed-, MAN-functions

The NMRA-DCC Function Mapping

CVs #33 to #46

Detailed breakdown of CVs #33 to #46 used for NMRA function mapping, including default values and examples.

Function Mapping “Without Left Shift”

"Unilateral Light Suppression"

The "Swiss Mapping"

ZIMO “Input Mapping”

CVs #400 - #428

Dimming, High/Low Beam and Direction Bits

A “Second Dim Value” with the Help of the Uncoupler CV #115

Low/High Beam Mask with the Low Beam Mask

Flasher Effect

Effects for Function Outputs (US and Other Lighting Effects, Smoke Generators, Uncouplers, etc.)

Configuration of Smoke Generators

Smoke Generator without Fan (Example: Seuthe 18 V)

Configuration of Electric Uncouplers

System KROIS" and "System ROCO"

Connecting Speaker, Cam Sensor

Synchronized Steam Chuffs or Typical Diesel Smoke (with Exhaust Fan)

Setting up synchronized steam chuffs and diesel smoke with exhaust fans using specific CVs.

SUSI Pins: Switchable to SUSI or I²C Interface, Logic Level Inputs and Outputs or Servo Control Lines.

Servo Configuration

Important Note for Connecting the Servos to "Non-Large Scale" Decoders

Additional CVs for Large Scale and Special Decoders

RailCom - “Bidirectional Communication” for DCC

Relevant CVs for Basic RailCom Configuration

Key CVs for setting up basic RailCom parameters, including channel configuration and train direction.

ZIMO SOUND – Selection and Programming

Sound Projects, Sound Collections, Free and Chargeable Projects, etc.

Decoders with Sound Collection – How to Select a Loco Type with CV #265

Operating the Sound Decoder for the First Time

CV #300 - Procedures

Selecting a Chuff Set (if several sets are present in a sound collection)

Procedure for selecting chuff sets from a sound collection, particularly for steam locomotive sound projects.

Selecting Boiling, Whistle, Blow-off, Brake Squeal Sounds...

Allocating Sound Samples to Function Keys F1 - F63

Allocation of Sound Samples to the Random Generators Z1 - Z8

Allocation of Sound Samples to Switch Inputs S1, S2 and S3

The Test Run for Determining the Motor's Basic Load

SOUND: Basic Settings Independent of Powertrain

Function Sounds - Volume Adjustments

Switch Input Sounds Volume Adjustments

Random Sounds - Volume Adjustments

SOUND: Steam Engine

SOUND: Steam Locomotive Load and Acceleration Dependency

Diesel and Electric Engines

Thyristor Sound Pitch: Switching Threshold to Second Sound

Electric Switch Gear Sound, Switch Gear Playback Duration During Speed Changes

Electric Switch Gear Sound, Duration of Playback After Stopping

Coasting and Notching

Random and Switch Input Sounds

Sound Equalizing (Filter) of the MS Sound Decoders

Convenient Setting of the Filters with ZPP-Konfig or ZSP

Installation and Connection of the ZIMO Decoder

Separate Rail Connections from Motor Connections!

Crucial instruction to isolate rail connections from motor connections to prevent damage during installation.

Interference Suppression Components = Motor Control Malfunctions?

Connecting an Electric (Un)coupler (System "Krois”)

Connecting One or Several Servos to:

CV - Overview; CVs in Numerical Order

Scripts for Decoders, Short Description

Scripts

Software Update and Sound Loading with MXULFA

Decoder Sound Load via USB Stick via Track (Decoder Installed in Loco)

Decoder Sound Load via USB Flash Drive using the SUSI Pins (Decoder Outside Loco).

Connecting the Decoder to the MXULFA for SW Update and Sound Loading

Decoder Software Update and Decoder Sound Loading Directly from the Computer

Service Notes

ATTENTION: Sometimes Defects Are Simulated When a Loaded Sound Project or Its Integrated CV Table...