Power-Splitter Booster power distributor el ek tro ni k Manual ta m s Ready-made module | Item no. 40-20106 Ready device | Item no.
tams elektronik s el ek tro ni k Power-Splitter ta m Version: 1.01 | Status: 07/2022 © Tams Elektronik GmbH All rights reserved, in particular the right of reproduction, distribution and translation. Copies, reproductions and alterations in any form require the written permission of Tams Elektronik GmbH. We reserve the right to make technical changes. Printing the manual The formatting is optimised for double-sided printing. The standard page size is DIN A5.
tams elektronik Power-Splitter Contents 1. Getting started.............................................................................................................5 1.1. Contents of the package.......................................................................................5 1.2. Required additional equipment..............................................................................5 1.3. Intended use.............................................................................................
Power-Splitter tams elektronik 1. Getting started This manual will help you step by step to install and use your Power-Splitter safely and properly. Before you start using the module or the device, read through this manual completely, particularly the chapter on safety instructions and the checklist for trouble shooting. You will then know where to take care and how to prevent mistakes which take a lot of effort to correct. Keep this manual safely so that you can solve problems in the future.
tams elektronik Power-Splitter 1.3. Intended use The Power-Splitter is intended for use in digital model railway layouts as specified in the instructions. Any other use is not in accordance with the intended use and will result in the loss of the warranty claim. Intended use also includes reading, understanding and following all parts of the instructions. The Power-Splitter is not intended to be used by children under the age of 14. 1.4.
Power-Splitter tams elektronik 2. Your Power-Splitter el ek tro ni k With smaller nominal sizes, the current in the booster circuit is limited to 2 to 3 A in order to protect rails and vehicles from damage in the event of a short circuit. The Power-Splitter makes it possible to use a higher output current of the booster even with smaller nominal sizes.
tams elektronik Power-Splitter Optional connections Short circuit feedback line: The feedback is DCC-compliant to the DCC booster connection of the digital central unit (or via an external booster to the central unit). With central units or boosters that do not have a DCC-compliant booster connection, the shortcircuit feedback line cannot be connected. External emergency stop button: With the button the power is switched off simultaneously for all sections.
Power-Splitter tams elektronik 2.1. Background information Watchdog The watchdog is used in PC-controlled systems to check whether the digital signals are transmitted in a booster circuit. For this purpose, the central unit (controlled by the PC software) sends a DCC turnout setting command to a turnout address assigned to the PowerSplitter at intervals of max. 5 seconds. As soon as the Power-Splitter no longer receives these commands, it automatically switches off the booster sections.
tams elektronik Power-Splitter 3. Connections For the various connections are soldered on the board: 2-pole tub plugs for connection to the track output of the central unit or the booster and to the booster sections. Plug the connection cables into the corresponding plug-in connection terminals (included in the delivery) and screw them tight (like a luster terminal). Then plug the terminals into the tub connectors.
Power-Splitter tams elektronik ni k 3.1. Connections to the track output of the booster or the central unit Booster Note: el ek ! tro Connect the booster connector of the Power-Splitter to the track output of the booster or central unit. You can connect the Power-Splitter to boosters of all types (DCC compliant, Märklin compatible or other). For the connection, use a cable with a cross-section sufficient for the load (recommended cross-section: > 1.5 mm²).
tams elektronik Power-Splitter ni k 3.2. Connections to the booster sections ! tro Connect the rails of the booster sections to the connections for the strings. Make the connections to the rails and the disconnections between the booster sections in the same way as when connecting a booster directly. Note: ! Note: el ek For the connection, use a cable with a cross-section sufficient for the load (recommended cross-section: > 0,75 mm²).
Power-Splitter tams elektronik ni k 3.3. Connection of an emergency stop button ta m s el ek tro The connection of the emergency stop button ("STOP") is optional. You can use all pushbuttons in the "normally open" version.
tams elektronik Power-Splitter 4. Settings / configuration ni k 4.1. Jumpers Current per booster section: 2 or 3 A tro By plugging jumpers onto the jumper field (2x4-pin pin connectors), you make the following settings: Jumper not plugged in (pins open) Jumper plugged in Max. current booster section 1 2 amps 3 amps 2 Max. current booster section 2 2 amps 3 amps 3 s Setting 1 Max.
Power-Splitter tams elektronik 4.2. CV settings You can adjust the Power-Splitter to individual requirements via main track programming (POM). With central units that do not support this type of programming, the factory (default) settings cannot be changed. Switching to programming mode To initiate programming of the Power-Splitter, enter the value "62" for CV 7 of any DCC vehicle decoder address. Proceed as described in the instructions for your central unit.
tams elektronik Power-Splitter Input value for CV 7 Setting / Comment Start programming mode 62 To change settings, you must enter a value for CV 7 again within 30 seconds. Otherwise, the programming mode is automatically terminated. Reset 8 To reset all settings to the default values (= values at delivery). Turnout addresses 1 Turnout address for string 1. Default value: 100 2 Turnout address for string 2. Default value: 101 3 Turnout address for string 3.
Power-Splitter tams elektronik 5. Operation 5.1. LED displays el ek LED displays for individual strings tro ni k A LED is assigned to each of the 3 strings to indicate the various operating states. Note: If only two booster sections are activated (strings 1 and 2, jumpers inserted on pins 4), the LED for string 3 remains permanently off. Meaning permanently on The associated string is switched on. slow flashing The associated string has been switched off.
tams elektronik Power-Splitter 5.2. Use of turnout addresses The three booster sections and the watchdog can be switched via turnout addresses. Turnout "straight ahead" Turnout to "branch" Booster sections 1, 2 or 3 on off Watchdog on / refresh off If the power supply for the Power-Splitter is interrupted, the watchdog is automatically deactivated. To activate the watchdog, the setting command "turnout straight ahead" must be sent to the assigned turnout address.
Power-Splitter tams elektronik 6. Checklist for troubleshooting and error correction ! Warning: If you notice a strong heat development, immediately disconnect the PowerSplitter and the booster / digital central unit from the supply voltage. Fire hazard! Send in the Power-Splitter for testing. 6.1. No supply to the booster sections All LEDs permanently switched off Possible cause: The connection to the booster is faulty. Check the connections.
tams elektronik Power-Splitter No short circuit cut-off The central unit / the booster does not switch off in case of a short circuit, although the short circuit feedback of the Power-Splitter is connected. Possible cause: The connections D and E are connected to the interface the wrong way round. Check the connections and change them if necessary. Possible cause: The short circuit feedback was not connected to a DCC-compliant booster interface, but to one according to another standard (e.g.
Power-Splitter tams elektronik 7. Technical data Interfaces 2-pole, for connection to track output of booster / central unit Short circuit feedback line 2-pole, DCC-compliant ("D" and "E"), optional Strings 1 to 3 2-pole for connection to tracks of two or three booster sections Emergency stop button 2-pole for connection of a push-button ("normally open" version), optional Electrical characteristics ni k Booster via the connected booster Current consumption max.
tams elektronik Power-Splitter Protection Protection class Ready-made module (without housing): IP 00 Meaning: No protection against foreign bodies, contact and water. Ready device (in housing): IP 20 Meaning: Protected against solid foreign bodies with diameter ≥ 12.5 mm and access with a finger. No protection against water.
Power-Splitter tams elektronik 8. Warranty, EU conformity & WEEE 8.1. Guarantee bond For this product we issue voluntarily a guarantee of 2 years from the date of purchase by the first customer, but in maximum 3 years after the end of series production. The first customer is the consumer first purchasing the product from us, a dealer or another natural or juristic person reselling or mounting the product on the basis of self-employment.
tams elektronik Power-Splitter 8.2. EU Declaration of Conformity This product fulfils the requirements of the following EU directives and therefore bears the CE marking. 2001/95/EU Product Safety Directive 2015/863/EU on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS) 2014/30/EU on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC Directive).
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