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Further information regarding ESU's products is provided here. If you have any questions, please do email us.
ESU decoders are tested with the following applicable controllers:
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DCC is the worldwide
standard for digital multitrain
control and it dominates model railways
for 2-rail DC system. The NMRA (National
Model Railroad Association) has set the
standards for DCC with the objective to
assure the compatibility of various
components provided by different suppliers.
As a member of the DCC - Working Group
ESU has the benefit of 6 years of
experience in designing and producing
DCC decoders and can offer you decoders
that work with all DCC systems without
any problems.
All ESU decoders that understand DCC
can be operated with 14, 28 or 128 speed
steps or even on analogue layouts. The
decoder automatically detects the speed
step setting. Save yourself the trouble of
having to find out if your command station
is set to 14 or 28 speed steps and adjusting
the parameters.
Detection of the operating mode is also
automatic. Lenz LG100 resp. ROCO® brake
sectors are supported as well as braking ain
a track section fed with DC in reverse
polarity. You may enter 2-digit (1-119) or 4-
digit addresses (1-9999) or assign a consist
address.
DCC compatible ESU decoders support all
relevant programming modes and thus you
can use virtually any DCC system on your
layout. The multitude of parameters can be
adjusted electronically without opening
your engine: you will not find any slide
controls or DIP-switches on ESU decoders
For the LGB MZS we have developed a
chain command structure (f1-pulses) for
triggering functions.
Of course our products bear the C&I test
mark by NMRA confirming compliance with
the DCC standards.
DCC + Märklin®-Motorola
Even the very first ESU decoder supported
not just one data format but offered multiprotocol
capability.
This means that the
decoder supports not only the DCC protocol
but also the Märklin®-Motorola format.
Therefore our bi-lingual decoders can either
be used with DCC systems or with all
central units that operate with the Motorola
protocol. Typical examples are the
Märklin® 6020, 6021, Delta or the Uhlenbrock
® Intellibox.
The decoders support the addresses 01
80, stop correctly on Märklin®-brake
sections and can be operated without
problems on any analogue AC layout: the
decoders recognise the change-of-directionpulse
and fully replace the analogue relays.
Multi-protocol decoders can change from
operating mode to another on the fly.
That is particularly important if your layout
is partially controlled in analogue mode
(e.g. fiddle yards).
Decoders that support
Motorola can be programmed electronically
without touching any slide controls or DIPswitches.
Such decoders can handle a
procedure specially designed for central
units 6020 and 6021.
Owners of an
Intellibox® can also select the DCC
programming mode: programming in DCC
mode also affects the characteristics in
Motorola mode.
Lokpilot V2.0 |
The new LokPilot V2.0 understands both
DCC and Motorola and can also be used
on analogue DC and AC layouts.
Motor controlThe minimum and maximum speed of the LokPilot V2.0 can be set either via three points or via 28 entries in the speed table. The table is applicable to all speed step settings (14, 28 and 128), a feature that is not offered by many other products.Due to the unique ESU load control there are no visible jerks even at 14 speed steps. The 4th-generation load control works with a tact frequency of 40 (!) kHz and assures extremely silent, smooth running particularly with coreless motors. The tact frequency can also be set to 20 kHz and can easily be adapted to different types of motors and drive combinations, even though this will hardly be necessary. For prototypical running on the main line load control can be reduced or if desired it can even be turned off. The LokPilot V2.0 can handle a continous current of up to 1.1 A without external cooling; for short periods even 1.8 A are permitted. Remeber, there is short circuit protection! Analogue functionsWith the LokPilot V2.0 you can set the starting and maximum speed of your engines even in analogue mode.Furthermore you can select which functions should be active in analogue mode. Thus the LokPilot V2.0 is ideal for analogue engines that previously had a directional relay and were running too fast! FunctionsSeparately adjustable acceleration, deceleration and shunting speed, all of which can be turned off, are standard features of the LokPilot V2.0.Its four function outputs can handle up to 200 mA each, can drive separate functions and their brightness can be adjusted individually. Various output modes are available such as soft start up and dim down of lamps, the flickering of the firebox, Gyro light and Mars light, blinking and alternate blinking. Thus your layout will truly be alive! The new ESU function mapping enables you to assign any function to any button from F1 to F12. You may even assign several outputs to the same button. Reliable operationThe LokPilot V2.0 supports the directional control bit that is essential for Märklin® layouts since it assures that any engine entering the digital sector from an analogue sector continues in the direction of travel and does not stop and reverse.Furthermore the LokPilot V2.0 saves the latest speed settings permanently. After passing a section of dirty track the decoder resp. the engine will continue immediately with the pre-selected speed. |
LokpilotDCC |
A global player
The new LokPilot V2.0 is our global
player: as a pure DCC decoder it is aimed
at the followers of the global DCC
standard.
Like its brother, the LokPilot V2.0, it has been developed from scratch. The main objective was to provide you, the DCC professional, a well-proven, robust and flexible decoder for any application. The LokPilotDCC V2.0 offers top technology at a fair price. It can be used on all DCC compatible layouts or with analogue DC. All other features are the same as described for the LokPilot V2.0. |
Lokpilot Micro |
The brand new LokPilot micro is the first
ESU decoder that has been designed
specifically for N-gauge.
It combines all the outstanding features of the LokPilot V2.0 decoders and meets the requirements of the N-gauge modeller. With its compact size of 13.5 x 9.0 x 3.0 mm it should fit into any model. The LokPilot micro supports DCC and Selectrix. Therefore it is suitable for all commonly used N-gauge systems. It can also be run on analogue AC. Changeover between operating modes is automatic and on-the-fly. Any adjustments programmed in DCC mode are of course also effective in Selectrix mode. Motor controlLoad control of the LokPilot micro is the same as in the LokPilot V2.0 and thus it is best suited for running any of your valuable engines in a convincing manner. The LokPilot micro can provide up to 0.5 A continous output without external cooling.FunctionsSeparately adjustable acceleration and deceleration that can also be turned off and a shunting speed that can be turned off are standard features of the LokPilot micro. Its 2 function outputs can handle up to 140 mA each, can drive separate functions and their brightness can be adjusted individually.Various output modes are available such as soft start up and dim down of lamps, the flickering of the firebox, Gyro light and Mars light, flash and double flash, blinking and alternate blinking. The new ESU function mapping enables you to assign any function to any button from F1 to F12. You may even assign several outputs to the same button. Reliable operationThe LokPilot micro saves the latest speed settings permanently, if desired. After a power interruption the decoder resp. the engine will continue immediately with the pre-selected speed.The LokPilot micro is available in two versions: with separate 6-pole interface plug as per NEM 651 or with 6 pins attached directly to the decoder. |
LokpilotXL |
The ESU LokPilotXL is a powerful decoder
with minimal dimensions for large gauge
models. The LokPilotXL inherits all features of the LokPilot. It is a multi-protocol decoder with four very important operating modes relevant for large gauge models. Besides digital operation with NMRA / DCC or Märklin® / Motorola® an engine equipped with a LokPilotXL can also run on analogue DC or AC layouts. Thus you can take your engine to any layout regardless of the control system. The LokPilotXL supports the Märklin® brake sections and offers the ESU brake mode that allows you to stop a train precisely, no matter if you were travelling at maximum speed or were crawling into the brake sector. The LokPilotXL has 3rd generation load control that converts many old engines into smooth and silent runners due to the tact frequency of 15.5 kHz, something you never thought possible. For large gauge modellers the power of a decoder is one of the most important considerations: the motor output can provide up to 3.0 A, enough for engines with two motors. The four function outputs can handle up to 0.6 A each. The total current of all function outputs together is 2.0 A (!). We have also integrated the sockets for an external buffer capacitor in order to assure optimal and reliable running properties even under adverse conditions in the garden. |
LokpilotXLDCC |
One decoder two options
The proven LokPilotXL is also available in
two versions: while the LokPilotXL is mainly
intended for the users of Märklin® /
Motorola® systems, the LokPilotXLDCCis
meant for the garden railroader using
pure DCC. The latter does not offer the Motorola mode but has extended software options that become fully apparent in DCC mode. The freely selectable speed curve enables you to adapt the decoder precisely to your model. Extremely realistic starting and braking properties can be realised. Furthermore it supports consisting. Thanks to function mapping as per NMRA / DCC function outputs can be assigned almost in any combination. It is good to know that the LokPilotXLDCC supports the chain command sequence for LGB® MZS® central units and thus is 100% LGB compatible. For the friends of American models we have provided the most important lighting effects such as Mars light, ditch lights and Gyro lights. Of course the brightness of each output (lamp) can be dimmed separately. Also new is an optimised consist mode. With the outstanding ESU brake mode you can stop your trains precisely where you want to, regardless of the speed with which the train entered the brake sector. The LokPilotXLDCC with all these outstanding features is a robust, goodvalue- for-money decoder for the G-gauge environment. It does not have to shy away from a comparison with any other product. |
LokpilotMFX |
After the launch of Märklin®-
systems the third generation
of Märklin® digital became
reality. The important prerequisite
for this is the mfx data format on
which Märklin®-systems is based. Our mfxdecoders
allow fascinating sequences in
conjunction with central units supporting
Märklin®-systems. ESU mfx-decoders are multi-protocol decoders. They support both the new mfxprotocol and the previous Motorola format. Thus these decoders are suitable for use with all Märklin® central units such as 6020, 6021, Delta or analogue AC layouts. A simple procedure with the buttons of the 6021 allows programming without opening the engine. In conjunction with an mfx-central unit the decoder offers all mfx advantages. Change between operating modes happens onthe- fly is possible at any time during operation. ESU mfx-decoders have been specifically designed for Märklin® models. They are 100% mfx compatible! |
LokSoundV3.0 |
We have introduced the 3rd
generation LokSound decoder. Our
collective experience but also suggestions
and requests from our customers have been
taken into account in the development
process. Thus we are able to provide a truly
sophisticated product. The LokSound V3.0 represents the standard for digital sound decoders. No other product could offer you more. Due to the integration of a digital decoder and a sound module the LokSound decoder with its maximum dimensions of 34 x 15 mm is now small enough to fit into 0, H0 and TT-gauge vehicles; even the larger Ngauge models are not a problem anymore. Its unique thermal design prevents any heat problems; heat sinks are not a topic for a true LokSound decoder. LokSound V3.0 recognises DCC and Motorola and therefore provides great flexibility in its use. We have added four function outputs with 250 mA each to the powerful motor output with 1.1 A continous current. LokSound V3.0 is supplied with an 8-pole NEM interface. Installation in engines with digital interface is therefore particularly easy: remove the body - take out the dummy plug plug in the decoder replace the body done! |
LokSoundXLV3.0 |
The name says it all: The LokSoundXL is
intended for larger models in G and 1-
gauge. It can be operated with DCC or
Märklin®Motorola systems or even with
the chain command sequence of LGB-MZS
for bypassing function buttons. So that you really can have fun with this decoder we have provided a powerful motor output with 3.0 A continous current: this is enough even for models with two motors. Since in such large models there are always many things that have to be switched we have integrated no less than 8 (!) function outputs, each of which can handle 0.6 A. Thus ditch-lights, interior lighting or smoke generators are no problem whatsoever. And to make sure that you can hear your engine clearly - even in the garden - LokSoundXL has a 1.5 Watt high performance audio output. In conjunction with our ESU speakers (16/32 Ohm) or HiFi-speakers (8/16 Ohm) your engines provide an acoustic feast! |
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Radio Controller ESU51100
This unit is suitable for:
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Freedom through radio control Enjoy the wireless control of your engines and points. By means of this modern and very fast, bi-directional radio transmission you can connect to the base station up to 100m away without any interference or disturbance through direct sunlight or fluorescent lamps. There are no restrictions, whether you operate outside or in the basement the signals are transmitted even through concrete walls. You can connect the base station to many digital systems available on the market. Thus you can expand your digital system by adding mobile control at any time. |
Combined ergonomics and functionality Mobile control is the first hand held controller designed without compromise and as easy to operate as your mobile phone. Ergonomically shaped, mobile control allows true single-handed operation while a large display tells you all you need to know about your engines and accessories. At all times the graphic LCD-display informs you about the most important parameters such as address, a symbol indicating the type of engine, the name of the engine, the speed in km/h or in speed steps as well as the status of the function buttons. Up to ten functions can be switched with separate buttons. You can also switch accessories with mobile control: running your trains and switching points has never been more intuitive. The display shows the current status of points or signals and switching is accomplished simply by pressing a button. |
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Order Number: ESU51100 |
Our Price $565.00! |