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ZIMO MX32 User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL MX32, MX32FU
Tethered controller
Radio controller
EDITION
2010 11 30
2010 12 18
2011 01 12
2011 03 15
2011 06 20
SW-Version 01.07 --- 2011 08 05
2012 02 15
SW-Version 01.12 --- 2012 07 30
2014 02 10
SW-Version 01.13 (Command station: MX10) --- 2014 07 15
SW-Version 01.13 (Command station: MX1and MX10) --- 2014 07 27
SW-Version 01.13 (Command station: MX1 and MX10) --- 2014 08 18
SW-Version 01.14 --- 2014 11 03
SW-Version 01.15.1120 --- 2014 11 28
2015 02 15
2015 03 23
SW-Version 01.15.1121 --- 2015 04 08
SW-Version 01.16.0008 (Command station: MX10 and Z21) --- 2015 04 24
SW-Version 01.16.0014 (Command station MX10) --- 2015 05 11
SW-Version 01.16.0033 (Command station MX10) --- 2015 05 27
2015 06 10
2015 06 25
2015 07 08
2015 07 21
SW-Version 01.17.0000 --- 2015 08 26
2015 09 07
2015 09 29
2015 10 13
2015 10 18
2016 02 20
SW-Version 01.19.0001 --- 2016 04 22
SW-Version 01.20.0001 --- 2016 09 22
SW-Version 01.20.0100 --- 2016 12 22
SW-Version 01.20.0150 --- 2017 03 10
2017 05 26
SW-Version 01.21.0001 --- 2017 07 25
SW-Version 01.21.0500 --- 2017 10 12
2017 12 31
SW-Version 01.22.0001 --- 2018 01 29
2018 04 13
2018 05 03
2018 07 08
SW-Version 01.24.0001 --- 2018 07 30
2018 08 24
2018 09 03
2018 11 07
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ZIMO MX32 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerZIMO
Programming Track OutputYes
DisplayLCD
UpdateableYes
TypeCommand Station
DCC FormatDCC
Power supply15V DC

Summary

CAN Bus Wiring Notes

Technical Data

MX32 Reset Function

Explains the MX32 reset function via the A-key.

Controller Power Management

MX32FU Radio Mode Features

System Registration for Wireless Communication

Explains the essential registration process for wireless communication.

Simple Driving Mode for New Users

Defining and Activating a New Vehicle (LOCO IN)

Step-by-step guide to defining and activating a new vehicle in LOCO IN.

Simple Turnout and Signal Control

Address and CV Programming

Programming in Service Mode (SERV PROG)

Details programming in Service Mode (SERV PROG) on the programming track.

Programming Without Prior Identification

Explains programming without prior decoder identification and associated risks.

Operational Mode Programming (POM)

Programming in Operational Mode (OP PROG)

Details programming in Operational Mode (OP PROG) on the main track.

Software Update and Data Management

Saving and Exporting GUI and Object Data

Covers saving and exporting GUI and object data.

Software Update and Data Loading Process

Details the process of software updates and loading data files.

Software Update and Data Management (Continued)

Troubleshooting Failed Software Updates

Provides troubleshooting steps for failed software updates.

Data Backup and Restore Procedures

Details the process for backing up and restoring data to/from a flash drive.

Configuration (CONFIG) Settings

Controller Settings and Modes

STOP and Power OFF Management

Manages STOP and power OFF functions for the controller.

Loco Navigation and Vehicle Management

Defining and Activating New Vehicles (LOCO IN)

Step-by-step guide to defining and activating a new vehicle using LOCO IN.

Track-On Search Function

Detecting and Operating Unknown DCC Addresses

Steps to detect and operate vehicles with unknown DCC addresses.

Track-On Search Conflicts and Future Plans

Recognition and Registration of Layout Addresses

Covers recognition and registration of all addresses on the layout.

GUI Settings (ADDR FUMT, SPEEDO, IMAGE, FUSY)

GUI, Icons, and Pictures Settings

Details settings for GUI, icons, and pictures for vehicle representation.

Engine Control and Speedometer Settings

ADDR FUMT: Engine Control Settings

Explains settings for engine control, including function modes.

ADDR SPEEDO: Speedometer Configuration

Covers speedometer settings and calibration.

Function Icon Assignment

Assigning Function Icons to Keys

Explains assigning function icons to function keys.

GUI Data Management and Transfer

Saving GUI Data to MX10

Details how to automatically save the GUI to the MX10.

Taking Over GUI Elements from MX10

Explains how to automatically take over GUI elements from the MX10.

Vehicle Cloning (GUI Copying)

Operating Mode LOCO

Accessing Decoder Programming via E-Menu

Explains decoder programming access via the E-Menu.

East-West Direction Control and Manual Operations

East-West Direction Control Feature

Explains the East-West direction control for ZIMO decoders.

Lower Screen Half Functionality

Loco Recall (LoR) and Object Database (ObjectDb)

Explains the Loco Recall (LoR) and Object Database (ObjectDb) structures.

Driving and Consist Control

Consists vs. Trains Distinction

Differentiates between "Consists" and "Trains" in ZIMO system.

Basic System-Controlled Consisting Information

Provides fundamental information about system-controlled consisting.

Setting Up and Managing Consists

Matching Direction and Speed in Consists

Explains how to match direction and speed within a consist.

Breaking Up Consists or Removing Vehicles

Details how to break up a consist or remove vehicles.

Consist Handover and Takeover

STOP Options and Safety Features

Special Key Sequences for STOP Functions

Lists special key sequences for STOP functions.

Overcurrent, Undervoltage, and STOP Options

Overcurrent and Short Circuit on Track 1

Details overcurrent and short circuit conditions on track 1.

Undervoltage Condition on Track 1

Explains undervoltage conditions on track 1.

STOP Actuation Sequences and Track Output Management

STOP Actuation Sequences Summary

Organizes STOP actuation sequences by initiating state.

Managing Track Output Overcurrent/Short Circuits

Describes actions for overcurrent and short circuits at track outputs.

External and Computer Control

External Control and Takeover Procedures

Details external control and takeover procedures.

Computer Control via USB or LAN

Explains computer control via USB or LAN.

"Trains" Feature

Operating Mode SWI for Accessories

Object-Oriented Control of Turnouts and Signals

Details object-oriented control of turnouts and signals.

Accessory Control List (ACC LIST)

Address-Oriented Control of Turnouts and Signals

Details address-oriented control of turnouts and signals.

Service Mode Programming (SERV PROG)

Defining Service Mode Programming (SERV PROG)

Defines Service Mode Programming (SERV PROG) on the programming track.

Decoder Identification with TP-Key

Explains using TP-Key to identify the decoder in SERV PROG.

Activating Decoder with F-Key

Explains using F-Key to activate the decoder after identification or address read-out.

SERV PROG: Address and CV Operations

Address Programming Procedure

Starts the address programming procedure.

CV Programming Procedure

Starts the CV programming procedure.

Programming Without Prior Decoder Identification

Explains programming without prior identification and associated risks.

SERV PROG CV Programming Details

CV Programming Actions and Interface

Details CV programming steps and actions available during programming.

CV Programming Success/Failure Reports

Explains reports of CV programming success or failure.

CV Set Management in SERV PROG

Operational Mode Programming (OP PROG)

Defining Operational Mode Programming (POM)

Defines Operational Mode Programming (POM) or "on-the-fly".

OP PROG: Address and CV Operations

Changing Decoder Address in OP PROG

Details changing the decoder address using OP PROG.

CV Programming in OP PROG (U-Key)

Details CV programming steps after entering the CV programming mode.

OP PROG CV Set Management and ZIMO Special Configurations

NMRA Function Mapping in OP PROG

ZIMO Sound Configuration

Configuring Sound in LOCO Mode

Explains how to configure sound settings in LOCO mode.

ZIMO Sound Configuration and Sound Collections

Object Database (ObjectDB) Management