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3.3.5 Decoder Features-LocoMotion

Features control the movement of the locomotive and other operating charac-

teristics. Digitrax LocoMotion

System lets you customize your locomotive so

it runs like the real thing. These LocoMotion features are set up using CVs to

customize the locomotive’s operation.

LocoMotion includes normal direction of travel, use of 3 step or 128 step

s to customize throttle response, acceleration and deceleration rates, start-mid-

max voltage settings, torque compensation, switching speed, consisting (basic,

advanced or universal) and more.

3.3.6 Decoder Functions-Lights, Sound, Etc.

Once you have determined the current rating and decoder size needed for your

loco, consider what lighting and other on/off items installed in the locomotive

you want to control from your throttle.

Functions are generally used for lamps, LEDs, uncoupling devices, controlling

sound and other low current draw features you want to be able to control from

your throttle. All Digitrax decoders are equipped with two or more function

outputs that are used to turn functions on and off and set up special lighting

effects called FX

. You can have reversing headlights or independently con-

trolled headlights. You can map functions to operate on specific throttle keys.

Series 6 decoders have lighting algorithms that are selectable for either lamps

or LEDs. If you are using smoke generators or other high current devices,

make sure you do not exceed the specified function current.

Function outputs can be in the form of :

1. Leads (wires) soldered to the decoder at the factory that are used to

hook up functions.

2. Pre-wired function outputs that work when the decoder is installed.

The forward and reverse lights on board replacement decoders are

an example of pre-wired functions.

3. Solder pads on the decoder where function wires can be soldered by

the end user.

Some decoders have more than one form of function output. For exam-

ple, the DN163K0A has two function outputs pre-wired to the white

LEDs on the decoder and 4 additional solder pads available for add-

ing wires to hook up more functions.

Check the decoder’s specifications to determine how many function outputs a

particular decoder has available. Function only decoders, like the TL1 & TF4,

can be used in addition to mobile decoders to add more standard on/off func-

tions. TL1 & TF4 do not have FX

capabilities.