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Any DC (i.e. The Hornby HM2000) or AC controller (i.e. from Märklin®,
Titan) is suitable for analogue operation.
2.1 Permitted Operating Mode of the Black 5
2.1.1 Analogue Operation
For prototypical operation we recommend the use of a digital command
control system. Besides the fact that special functions are only available
in digital mode, the LokSound V3.5 decoder offers silent, load
compensated motor control.
The LokSound decoder “understands” commands from the Märklin®
6021 command station based on the widely used Motorola-Protocol as
well as from DCC-systems from Hornby, Lenz, ZIMO and Uhlenbrock,
2.1.2 Digital Operation
The Black 5 may be operated on conventional (analogue) as well as on
digital layouts. The number of functions available varies considerably:
Analogue Operation
Motor control forwards-stop-reverse
Directional lighting
Digital Operation
Motor control forwards-stop-reverse
Digital address: “03”
(DCC and Märklin Motorola)
14 Speed steps with Märklin® Motorola automatic recognition of 28
or 128 speed steps
F0: Light on/off
F1: Sound on/off
F2: Whistle
F3: Coupler
F4: Injector
F5: Coal Shovelling
Please Note: That not all electronic controllers which supply pulsed
DC (PWM Operation) guarantee 100% reliable operation. Since there
are so many different products commercially available we can only
recommend to carry out your own tests.
The Black 5 must have come to a complete standstill before you may
activate the change of direction command. Never try to change
direction while the locomotive is still moving.
F6: Shunting Mode
F7: Blow Out
F8: Whistle Short
F9: Valve
DC Operation
DC Operation is possible without any difficulties, however, there is one
difference compared to operating DC vehicles without decoder:
AC Operation (Märklin®)
This works in the same way as you know it from other models: Speed
control is achieved through turning the control knob.
Change of direction is achieved by pushing the control knob beyond the
stop position towards the left.
Sound effects cannot be activated in AC operation.
which are based on the NMRA-DCC-Protocol. Therefore it does not
matter which commercially available system you use since LokSound V3.5
decoders auto-detect the protocol and then operate accordingly.
Nevertheless, there are considerable differences between the various
commercially available digital systems. Therefore the remainder of chapter
2 is focusing purely on driving the Black 5 with different systems and
also to highlight typical problems and limitations.
Please read Chapter 3 if you intend to change the factory settings of the
LokSound V3.5 decoder.
Digital Operation with DCC-Systems
The LokSound V3.5 Digital Decoder can be run with any system that
conforms to DCC. The automatic speed step detection has been tested
with the following appliances: Hornby, ROCO Lokmaus 2, Uhlenbrock
Intellibox, Lenz Digital plus, ZIMO MX1.
The detection does not function when operated with Lenz Digital plus
V3.0 if you wish to run 14 speed steps. Use 28/128 speed steps.
Each time that the LokSound V3.5 Digital Decoder receives a current
(i.e. after the system is switched on) and the light is switched on it tries
to detect the speed steps settings. If you switchover the speed steps
settings during operation you must briefly switch off the current supply
to the Premium Digital Decoder so that the automatic mode functions
as desired. The detection takes up to 30 seconds.
Functions F1 to F8 allow you to activate the various sound effects when
using DCC-systems.
Digital Operation with Märklin® Digital (6021)
The Black 5 will operate reliably with the Märklin® 6021 command
station. However, the LokSound V3.5 decoder offers a special feature:
Besides the normal locomotive address (factory default: 03) the decoder
“listens” also for the next address.
If you use this address with your 6021, you can activate the functions F5 to
F8 by pressing F1 to F4. To enable the second Motorola -address, you may
change CV49, Bit 3 (see chapter 3). Please write a value of “27” in CV49.
3. Programming of Parameters
for Digital Operation
Even though the LokSound V3.5 decoder has been adapted optimally to
the Black 5 you may adapt many of the characteristics to suit your
own preferences. All parameters are internally stored as numbers
(values) in the LokSound V3.5 decoder. According to the NMRA-DCC
Standards all parameters are stored in memory cells called CV’s
(Configuration Variable). Whenever you change a CV the decoder will adjust
its behavior accordingly.
All CV’s may be changed by programming with the aid of a digital command
control station. Depending on which type of command station you have
the procedure varies:
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If you use a DCC command station i.e. Hornby, Lenz Digital plus, ZIMO
MX1 or Uhlenbrock Intellibox, please refer to Chapter 3.1.
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Users of the Märklin® 6021 find relevant information in Chapter 3.2.
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If you prefer to change the settings of the Black 5 by using the
LokProgrammer by ESU we recommend to first study Chapter 5. There
you will find out many important details.
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1. Introduction
The LokSound V3.5 decoder by ESU represents a key component of your
newly acquired Black 5. The LokSound V3.5 Circuitry is responsible for all
drive control functions as well as special functions of the Hornby Black 5:
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Motor control forwards and reverse.
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Control of all lighting functions.
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Sound and special sound functions.
The LokSound V3.5 decoder supports the most commonly used control
systems: Analogue operation with DC or AC, digital operation with
Märklin® digital (Motorola-Format) or DCC-Systems (i.e. Lenz, etc.).
The Black 5 is preset at the factory for immediate operation (the LokSound
V3.5 decoder recognizes the required operating mode automatically).
Nevertheless we kindly ask you to first read these instructions before you
set this locomotive onto a power track.
Chapter 2 provides an overview of the permitted operating mode and
which functions may be activated in which mode (many functions can
only be utilized in digital operation).
If you intend to change the factory settings (i.e. the address, or the sound
volume), we strongly recommend to study chapter 3 first. There you will
find out about all parameters of the LokSound V3.5 decoder and how to
set them with the commonly available digital command stations.
You will also find instructions of how to reprogram the factory settings.
In Chapter 4 we provide answers to frequently asked questions.
Chapter 5 is written for the experts amongst our customers who want
Important Warning:
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This LokSound V3.5 decoder is designed for use in Hornby’s
Black 5 only.
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Do not expose to wet and humid conditions.
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Don't remove the heat shrink sleeve on the decoder.
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Always disconnect the circuit when installing the decoder. Please
install the body shell before appling voltage.
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Make sure that not any blank wire ends may come into contact with
the locomotive (a risk of short circuit).
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Make sure that no wires are squeezed or cut by the model's
transmission parts when reassembling the locomotive.
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Handle the speaker with extreme care: Do not touch the membrane
or apply pressure!
The Black 5 can be operated straight out of the box. The selection of
the appropriate operating mode happens automatically. You do not
have to change any parameters.
2. Set-up and Installation
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Operating Manual
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to know more about the LokSound V3.5 decoder and its technology, which
has been awarded many distinctions.
Should you still have questions please study Chapter 6, which tells you how
to obtain support and assistance.
We wish you lots of fun with your new Hornby Black 5.
ESU electronic solutions ulm GmbH & Co . KG
Contents
1. Introduction
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2. Set-up and Installation
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3. Programming of Parameters for Digital Operation P5
4. Frequently asked questions
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5. Additional information
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6. Service - Support and Assistance
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