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59649

The LokPilot 5 is a real multi-protocol decoder. Masters DCC, Motorola®, Selectrix® and M4.
In DCC format, 14 to 128 speed steps are as natural as Primary and Extended addresses and up to 32 functions. Thanks to RailComPlus®, the decoders log on to a suitable digital center fully automatically.
It masters all DCC programming modes and, thanks to RailCom®, the CV values ​​on the main track can be read out with suitable control centers.Auxiliary registers exist for control centers that can only program CVs from 1-255.
Motorola® users benefit from up to 28 speed steps with 255 addresses. ... A built-in programming mode also makes reprogramming possible with the venerable Control Unit 6021.
The M4 protocol enables automatic registration at mfx®-compatible control centers. 
The LokPilot 5 decoder recognizes the Märklin® braking distances as well as ZIMO® HLU / ZACK commands or the Lenz® ABC system. Braking with DCC brake modules or with DC voltage is possible. ABC automatic shuttle train enables automatic commuting between two stations.
The LokPilot 5 decoder can be used on analog DC and AC railways. The decoder switches between the operating modes fully automatically "on-the-fly". 
== Features==
===Functions ===
Depending on the interface version, each LokPilot 5 decoder offers at least 10 amplified function outputs with 250mA output current each.In the versions with PluX22 or 21MTC interface, 4 outputs are added to control servos or logic level outputs. The brightness of each output can be set separately. 
===Motor ===
Motor control fefatures of the LokPilot 5 has been fundamentally improved again. Adjustable PWM frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz ensures super quiet operation. The load control can now be adapted to difficult cases with up to 10 CVs. "Autotune" function enables the decoder to be automatically calibrated to the motor. With up to 1.5A motor current, the LokPilot 5 decoder provides enough juice even for older motors.
59810

==Features==
* All important lighting functions are available. 
* The brightness of each output can be set separately. 
* Adjustable PWM clock frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz 
* Super quiet operation, 
* Load control can now be adapted to difficult cases with up to 10 CVs. 
* Autotune function enables the decoder to be calibrated automatically to the motor. 
* 0.75A Motor current
59814

==Features==
* All important lighting functions are available. 
* The brightness of each output can be set separately. 
* Adjustable PWM clock frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz 
* Super quiet operation, 
* Load control can now be adapted to difficult cases with up to 10 CVs. 
* Autotune function enables the decoder to be calibrated automatically to the motor. 
* 0.75A Motor current
59816

== Description ==
Multi-protocol decoder: DCC, Motorola, Selectrix and M4
In DCC format, 14 to 128 speed steps and 2 and 4-digit addresses with up to 32 functions. Thanks to RailComPlus, the decoders log on to a suitable digital center fully automatically.
Thanks to RailCom, the CV values ​​on the main track can be read out with suitable control centers. Auxiliary registers exist for control centers that can only program CVs from 1-255.
ZIMO HLU / ZACK commands or the Lenz ABC system. Braking with DCC brake modules or with DC voltage is also possible. It also stops with a Selectrix® brake diode. An ABC automatic shuttle train enables automatic commuting between two stations.
59817

==Features==
* All important lighting functions are available. 
* The brightness of each output can be set separately. 
* Adjustable PWM clock frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz 
* Super quiet operation, 
* Load control can now be adapted to difficult cases with up to 10 CVs. 
* Autotune function enables the decoder to be calibrated automatically to the motor. 
* 0.75A Motor current
59818

==Features==
* All important lighting functions are available. 
* The brightness of each output can be set separately. 
* Adjustable PWM clock frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz 
* Super quiet operation, 
* Load control can now be adapted to difficult cases with up to 10 CVs. 
* Autotune function enables the decoder to be calibrated automatically to the motor. 
* 0.75A Motor current
59820

The LokPilot 5 micro DCC masters all DCC programming command stations. Auxiliary registers exist for DCC systems that can only program CVs from 1-255.
==Features==
* ZIMO® HLU / ZACK 
* Lenz® ABC system. 
* DCC brake modules or with DC voltage is also possible. 
* An ABC automatic shuttle train enables automatic commuting between two stations.
* Can be used on analog DC layouts. The maximum speed can be set separately.
* All important lighting effects are available. 
* The brightness of each output can be adjusted separately.
==Motor Control==
* Adjustable PWM frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz ensures super quiet operation
* The load control now has up to 10 CVs which can be adjusted for difficult cases. 
* Unique Autotune function enables automatic calibration of the decoder to the motor. 
*The LokPilot 5 DCC decoder delivers up to 0.75A of motor current.
59824

The LokPilot 5 micro DCC masters all DCC programming command stations. Auxiliary registers exist for DCC systems that can only program CVs from 1-255.
==Features==
* ZIMO® HLU / ZACK 
* Lenz® ABC system. 
* DCC brake modules or with DC voltage is also possible. 
* An ABC automatic shuttle train enables automatic commuting between two stations.
* Can be used on analog DC layouts. The maximum speed can be set separately.
* All important lighting effects are available. 
* The brightness of each output can be adjusted separately.
==Motor Control==
* Adjustable PWM frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz ensures super quiet operation
* The load control now has up to 10 CVs which can be adjusted for difficult cases. 
* Unique Autotune function enables automatic calibration of the decoder to the motor. 
*The LokPilot 5 DCC decoder delivers up to 0.75A of motor current.
59826

The LokPilot 5 micro DCC masters all DCC programming command stations. Auxiliary registers exist for DCC systems that can only program CVs from 1-255.
==Features==
* ZIMO® HLU / ZACK 
* Lenz® ABC system. 
* DCC brake modules or with DC voltage is also possible. 
* An ABC automatic shuttle train enables automatic commuting between two stations.
* Can be used on analog DC layouts. The maximum speed can be set separately.
* All important lighting effects are available. 
* The brightness of each output can be adjusted separately.
==Motor Control==
* Adjustable PWM frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz ensures super quiet operation
* The load control now has up to 10 CVs which can be adjusted for difficult cases. 
* Unique Autotune function enables automatic calibration of the decoder to the motor. 
*The LokPilot 5 DCC decoder delivers up to 0.75A of motor current.
59827

The LokPilot 5 micro DCC masters all DCC programming command stations. Auxiliary registers exist for DCC systems that can only program CVs from 1-255.
==Features==
* ZIMO® HLU / ZACK 
* Lenz® ABC system. 
* DCC brake modules or with DC voltage is also possible. 
* An ABC automatic shuttle train enables automatic commuting between two stations.
* Can be used on analog DC layouts. The maximum speed can be set separately.
* All important lighting effects are available. 
* The brightness of each output can be adjusted separately.
==Motor Control==
* Adjustable PWM frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz ensures super quiet operation
* The load control now has up to 10 CVs which can be adjusted for difficult cases. 
* Unique Autotune function enables automatic calibration of the decoder to the motor. 
*The LokPilot 5 DCC decoder delivers up to 0.75A of motor current.
59828

The LokPilot 5 micro DCC masters all DCC programming command stations. Auxiliary registers exist for DCC systems that can only program CVs from 1-255.
==Features==
* ZIMO® HLU / ZACK 
* Lenz® ABC system. 
* DCC brake modules or with DC voltage is also possible. 
* An ABC automatic shuttle train enables automatic commuting between two stations.
* Can be used on analog DC layouts. The maximum speed can be set separately.
* All important lighting effects are available. 
* The brightness of each output can be adjusted separately.
==Motor Control==
* Adjustable PWM frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz ensures super quiet operation
* The load control now has up to 10 CVs which can be adjusted for difficult cases. 
* Unique Autotune function enables automatic calibration of the decoder to the motor. 
*The LokPilot 5 DCC decoder delivers up to 0.75A of motor current.
59837

==Features==
* All important lighting functions are available. 
* The brightness of each output can be set separately. 
* Adjustable PWM clock frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz 
* Super quiet operation, 
* Load control can now be adapted to difficult cases with up to 10 CVs. 
* Autotune function enables the decoder to be calibrated automatically to the motor. 
* 0.75A Motor current
59857

The LokPilot 5 micro DCC masters all DCC programming command stations. Auxiliary registers exist for DCC systems that can only program CVs from 1-255.
==Features==
* ZIMO® HLU / ZACK 
* Lenz® ABC system. 
* DCC brake modules or with DC voltage is also possible. 
* An ABC automatic shuttle train enables automatic commuting between two stations.
* Can be used on analog DC layouts. The maximum speed can be set separately.
* All important lighting effects are available. 
* The brightness of each output can be adjusted separately.
==Motor Control==
* Adjustable PWM frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz ensures super quiet operation
* The load control now has up to 10 CVs which can be adjusted for difficult cases. 
* Unique Autotune function enables automatic calibration of the decoder to the motor. 
*The LokPilot 5 DCC decoder delivers up to 0.75A of motor current.
59925

== Description ==
The LokPilot 5 Nano DCC is a pure-bred multifunction decoder. 
The LokPilot 5 Nano DCC decoder recognizes the Märklin® braking sections , ZIMO® HLU / ZACK commands or the Lenz® ABC system. Braking with DCC brake modules or with DC voltage is also possible. It also stops with a Selectrix® brake diode. An ABC automatic shuttle train enables automatic commuting between two stations.
=== Features ===
==== Functions ====
The LokPilot 5 Nano DCC has eight powered function outputs with another five logic level outputs provided at the E24 interface. All important lighting functions are available. The brightness of each output can be set separately. 
==== Motor ====
Variable PWM clock frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz, ensuring super-quiet operation. The load control can be adapted to difficult cases with up to 10 CVs. The unique "Autotune" function allows the decoder to be measured automatically against the motor.
59941

== Features ==
This multifunction decoder does not feature sound.
===Modes ===
The LokPilot 5 micro DCC Direct Kato USA Widebody is a pure DCC decoder. 
* 14 to 128 speed steps 
* Primary and Extended addresses. 
* Up to 32 functions can be triggered.
* Thanks to RailComPlus®, the decoders log on to a suitable DCC System fully automatically.
* Auxiliary registers exist for DCC systems that can only program CVs from 1-255.
* Recognizes the Märklin® braking sections as well as ZIMO® HLU / ZACK commands or the Lenz® ABC system. 
** An ABC automatic shuttle train enables automatic commuting between two stations.
* Braking with DCC brake modules or with DC voltage is also possible. 
* It also stops with a Selectrix® brake diode. 
=== Functions ===
Despite its compact dimensions, it is equipped with an enormous number of function outputs. 
* Two DIP LEDs (included in the box) can be adjusted in length and soldered directly, and can be controlled separately. 
* Eight more powered function outputs are available. 
* All important lighting functions are available.
* The brightness of each output can be set separately.
=== Motor ===
The motor control features variable PWM pulse frequency from 10 to 50kHz, ensuring quiet operation, especially for coreless motors. 
* Load control can be adjusted with up to 10 separate CVs and thus will manage even the most difficult cases. 
* The unique “Auto Tune” function facilitates the automatic calibration of the decoder to perfectly * match the motor. 
* The LokPilot 5 micro DCC Direct Kato USA Widebody Decoder delivers up to 0.75A motor power.
6 Pin DCC Plug

thumb|Decoder fitted with a 6-pin plug
See NEM 652/NMRA 8 Pin DCC Plug for the 8 pin variety
DCC Ready locomotives with 6-pin sockets ship with a factory-installed 6 pin blanking plug that shorts the rail pickups to the motor terminals in the absence of a decoder. This plug must be removed to install the decoder. The blanking plug must be replaced if removing the decoder and returning the locomotive to analog operation.
==Connections==
Pin 1	Orange	Motor Right
Pin 2	Grey 	Motor Left
Pin 3	Red 	Right Rail
Pin 4	Black 	Left Rail
Pin 5	White 	Front Headlight (F0)
Pin 6	Yellow	Rear Headlight (F0)
This table depicts the Pin assignment of the NMRA 6-Pin plug or 6-Pin socket. Although the wiring is designed to work properly one way round, no harm is done if it is inserted in reverse by mistake (but it will not work correctly). This plug and socket combination is identical to the NEM 6-Pin plug and socket (defined by NEM 651) used in Europe.
 Pin 1 should be clearly marked on the plug and socket with a small triangle or dot. 
:Note that there is no common positive supply wire for the headlights, the headlights are supplied by rectifying the supply from the rails as shown below. This circuitry will already be present in a DCC-ready locomotive equipped with a 6-Pin socket and headlights.
==Specifications==
The 6-pin connector has the following specifications:
# 1x6 six pins at 0.05" pitch
# 0.5A contact rating (maximum sustained load)
# 0.75A peak contact rating 
The contact ratings are for the individual pins of the connector only and do not reflect the capabilities of a particular decoder or requirements of a particular locomotive. For example, if a locomotive's maximum sustained motor current is over 0.5A, this plug and socket should not be used.
This information is based on NMRA S-9.1.1.1 Six & Eight Pin Decoder Interface. See also S-9.1.1 Other Connectors.
NEM Standard: in French.
==See Also==
* NMRA_DCC_Plug - Comparison of NMRA DCC Plugs
Category:Decoder_Features
Category:Multifunction Decoder Features
Category: Multifunction Decoder
Category:DCC_Tutorial
Category:Electrical
Category:Decoder Interface
90006

== SILVER Multifunction Decoder Series ==
* High Frequency motor control
* Starting and Braking delay
* Constant Braking Distance
* Shunting Speed mode
* ABC
** Push – Pull mode
=== Lighting Effects ===
Different lighting effects can be set at the four function outputs:
* Setting the brightness (dimming), can be switched via a function as desired
* Mars light
* Gyra light
* Strobe and double strobe
* Different settings for random flickering (ideal for a steam locomotive’s fire box)
* Flashing
=== Error Codes ===
Error Codes are stored in CV30.
* Bit 1 indicates a short circuit in the function circuits
* Bit 3 indicates a short in the motor circuit.
These bits can be reset when programming.
ACCU-LITES

== Products ==
=== Digitrax Breakout Boards ===
A breakout board breaks out the connections, such as those on a PCB's card edge connector, to make connections to the card easier. They can take the form of a small PCB with solder pads or screw terminals which has a socket for interfacing with the PCB. 
Digitrax offers a number of LocoNet devices which come on a PCB with an edge connector and mating socket. Acculite offers breakout boards for the following:
* BD168
* BDL168
* PM42 
** PM42 jumpers
* SE8C
=== Cables ===
Cables for LocoNet and NCE Cab Bus, and throttle network accessories.
=== Other Products ===
* ACCU-LITES Tortoise Decoder
** Snaps, wiring connectors for the Tortoise slow motion motor
* LEDs
* LED Lighting Kits
* Speakers and Speaker Enclosures
ALCO S2 Decoder Install

This is a video from The DCC Guy demonstrating the installation of a LokSound 5 multifunction decoder with sound in an Altas ALCO S2 switcher. The decoder is a hardwired version.
This install was featured in the July 2020 Model Railroader, with additional details. 
== Videos ==
=== ALCO S2 ===
=== Light Up Your Locos With LEDs ===
AR1

;Not to be confused with the AR-1 and AR-2 by Circuitron, which are for analog DC applications.
== AR1 ==
The Digitrax AR1 is a reversing module. It is used to automatically reverse the rail phasing on trackwork such as wyes, turntables, balloon tracks, or reverse loops. The AR1 uses a mechanical relay to accomplish this task, with the contacts wired as a DPDT (double pole, double throw) switch.
The Digital Command Control signal on the track does not have polarity. The signal has two phases: On or Off. A short circuit occurs when Rail A connects to Rail B, as the current can easily flow from the energized rail (ON, or logical one) to the grounded one (OFF, logical zero). The signal on the rails flips from on to off rapidly, with Rail A always being in the opposite state of Rail B.
== Example of a Reverse Loop==
When the track folds back on itself, rail A will meet rail B at the turnout. Both rails are gapped at points entering and exiting the loop. The reversing module supplies the DCC signal to the loop, taken from the track before the turnout. When the locomotives wheels bridge the gap, a short occurs when the DCC signal's phase across the gap (Rail A1 does not match Rail A2) is incorrect. The AR1 quickly inverts the phase on that section of track to match that of the track section the locomotive is entering.
See reversing sections for more info.
== Set Up ==
The reverse section must be powered exclusively by the AR1 for proper operation. No other power sources may be connected to the section.
For proper operation the command station must be set for slower response to a short circuit, otherwise it will trip before the AR1 has a chance to act.
The DCS100 command station and DB150 booster both use OpSw18 to control this behavior. By setting it to "closed' the reaction time will be increased to a half second (500mS).
For other boosters and command stations refer to your manuals.
=== Trip Current Adjustment ===
The AR1 can be adjusted for trip currents from 8A to 250mA, allowing the sensitivity to be adjusted if needed. 
The adjustment is done with a screw driver. Turning the adjusting screw clockwise increases, counterclockwise decreases trip current. The screw only has about a half turn in travel, so do not force it.
* To adjust the trip current, set the adjustment screw to its mid-point. Turn on track power and drive a locomotive into the reverse loop. It should only trip once.
* If it doesn't trip but the booster does, remove the locomotive and allow the booster to reset. Decrease (CCW) the trip current slightly and try again. It should only trip once. Repeat as needed.
* If multiple trips happen, the setting is too low. Increase the trip current in a small increment (CW) and repeat until it works correctly.
== Further Reading ==
=== Digitrax Knowledge Base ===
* https://www.digitrax.com/tsd/KB7/automatic-reversing-sections/
* AR1 Instruction Sheet
Category:Wiring
Category:Digitrax
ASTRAC Receivers

== Construction Details == 
GE encapsulated ASTRAC Micro Receivers in a silicone rubber, measuring 1½ × 1½ × ¾ of an inch (38 × 38 × 19 mm). The receiver was usually located in the tender of a steam locomotive, and could be directly installed in a diesel locomotive. Power is supplied by two wires connected to the left and right wheels. A third wire connected to the motor.
=== Circuitry ===
 As the schematic shows, the ASTRAC receiver used a pair of 2N1595 silicon controlled rectifiers. The SCRs convert the AC voltage on the track to DC to control the motor. Control is by an RF signal which modulates the AC track signal. 
=== Operation ===
A tuned circuit is formed by the tuneable inductor L and capacitor C, adjusted to react only to the frequency of that receiver. This LC resonant circuit provides voltage magnification. The selected frequency, such as 255kHz for the K-50 shown, is magnetically coupled to the gate and cathode of the SCRs. The tuned frequency would result in a voltage of approximately 2V being applied to the divider circuit formed by the 2.2kΩ and 1.2kΩ resistors. The resulting voltage (VGT) across the 1.2kΩ resistor would be enough to trigger the SCR. Other frequencies would not create enough current flow through the divider to trigger the SCR. 
The SCR would need a minimum VGT of 200mV for reliable triggering, with the typical voltage being 700mV. 
Direction was controlled by a switch on the transmitter, controlling the operation of the SCRs by sending the RF signal during the positive or negative half of the 60Hz track voltage. The RF is not a continuous carrier wave, it is only present for 180º of the track voltage's cycle.
Doing so switches one of the SCRs on, allowing current to flow to the motor. Which SCR is turned on determines the direction of the motor. As demonstrated by the schematic, the connections to the SCRs enable directional control.
Speed is determined by when the SCR is turned on. An SCR will switch off when the AC voltage crosses zero.
=== Specifications ===
The receiver is tuned at the factory for one of 5 channels at 100, 140, 180, 220 and 255 kHz. The K-50 shown is tuned for 255kHz
The receivers can handle up to 1.6A, with a 15A surge during the half cycle. They can handle a 48W load at 30V. Receivers are designed to operate from 6 to 30V, at 25 to 60Hz.
=== Track Power ===
Track power is supplied by a transformer, the transmitters were wired in parallel.
== References ==
* http://bitsavers.org/components/electronicsMagazine/19630517.pdf
== Notes ==
Hornby Zero 1 Locomotive Modules are often mistakenly identified as ASTRAC receivers. Zero 1 is a digital system, and lacks the IF can which is part of the tuned circuit. As ASTRAC is an analog command control system, it will have analog components such as the tuneable inductor (the IF can). Another clue is the silicone encapsulation, which Hornby did not use. Zero 1 modules also have pads or pins used to set their address.
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