List of all supported cvs the following pages provide a list of all cvs of loksound decoders. Click here to see some frequently asked questions about our popular loksound select decoders. No programming track boosters or other circuitry will be needed. With the use of our loksound programmer, programming can. Press the prog key on the dcs50 to enter programming mode. Esu 73199 loksound select direct micro oem sound decoder esu. Getting startedwriting and editing files with the esu. Using the loksound programmer manually model railroader. Note that the prodct does not allow adding or changing individual sound data on loksound select decoders. Best sounding decoder i have used, and i have mrc, nce, digitrax,and soundtraxx decoders. Programming esu loksound select function keys and lighting. Capability elements are used to tell decoderpro about these.
Jul 31, 2009 any major programming, or reprogramming, should be done a programming track. Esu 53452 lokprogrammer for loksound and lokpilot decoders. For downloading these files to your loksound select decoder, you will need the latest lokprogrammer software. Plus, i just got this unit and justifying the additional expense to the cfo for a sound decoder on a brand new locomotive is not possible. Esu basically offers two series of loksound decoders in their current product line, the v4. Esu 73100 loksound select direct micro nmra dcc sound. Decoder programming as requested, heres a howto on programming decoder cvs the first thing we need to install, before thinking about programming the decoder, is the programming track. Sep 25, 2019 tips and tricks for programming loksound 5 dcc sound decoders, with keep alives installed. Yes, i would like to yank this decoder and replace it with a soundtraxx. Tips and tricks for programming loksound 5 dcc sound decoders, with keep alives installed. Tips and tricks for programming esu loksound 5 decoders. Lokprogrammer pcsoftware for all loksound 5, lokpilot 5, loksound v4.
This license agreement the agreement is a legal agreement between you and esu, llc esu for the sound samples sound samples and software licensed from this internet site content as well as other content owned by esu and its third party licensors that also includes images, mixes and documentation. The lokprogrammer can also be used to upgrade decoder software or install new sound files. Here you can still download appropriate sounds for your locos. Dcc supplies ltd unit 17a, top barn business centre, worcester road, holt heath, worcestershire wr6 6nh, uk. Programming programming mobile decoders how do i program locomotive decoders.
Many manufacturers equip their locos with esu decoders at the factory, their locomotive specific programming can be modified using the lokprogrammer. This is a lowpowered section of track we use when configuring the decoder. First, go to the esu site and download the loksound programmer software. Many of the loksound select sounds are recently recorded sounds. Programming capabilities some decoders can do extra programming operations, for example bypassing limitations on cv programming in the command station. Added cv 5 to define the fadein and fadeout time for the.
The loksound volumecontrol cvs all have a range of 0 through 64, with the default setting being 64. An instructional video to explain how to use the esu lokprogrammer to download files into a loksound decoder. The thing that seems to trip people up a lot is expecting a general or generic cv set for every locomotive. Esu 73100 loksound select direct micro nmra dcc sound decoder dropin for pre2016 irc locos. Now enough of this chitchat, lets get on to actually programming the. However i find that when i program an esu loksound decoder aside from sound programming for which i use a lok programmer when it comes to testing a cv change, be it a function button assignment or some motor parameter or whatever, if i select a throttle, select the loco and then. Today i want to talk to you about the process i went through to upgrade my lock sound decoders while back locks down released some new software that they call full throttle and its new decoder software and one of the really nice things about the lock sound decoders is as long as you have a lock programmer you can actually download new. Access to high cv addresses certain command stations can only access up to cv 256 or cv512. Computer interface loksound programmer usb or serial port. Here you can find sound files for loksound 5 decoders of european prototypes. Slowly i am converting all mine to esu loksound, they are that good. Esu loksound programmer set 53452 for sale online ebay.
However i find that when i program an esu loksound decoder aside from sound programming for which i use a lok programmer when it comes to testing a cv change, be it a function button assignment or some motor parameter or whatever, if i select a throttle, select the loco and then go for a test drive on the. Esu 73199 loksound select direct micro oem sound decoder. May 05, 2018 an instructional video to explain how to use the esu lokprogrammer to download files into a loksound decoder. New video side button programming on esu mobile control ii throttles online. But from what i can tell soundtraxx does not have a suitable replacement. Our 5th generation of loksound has been developed from scratch again.
For the cost of a decoder you can get a programming device which esu knows will work on their decoders rather than them trying to guess if the jmri software and hardware is going to work. Esu decoders are the best in my opinion for sound quality, motor control, and the many features they have. I pulled these together from various websites including atlas, loksound and the loksound yahoo group. Start the userfriendly loksound programmer software, place a locomotive equipped with an esu loksound or lokpilot decoder on the programming track and you are ready to readout, modify or reprogram the decoder data. The new 4 output function loksound select micro decoder was designed with this purpose in mind. Esu decoder tips, tricks, and other useful information. Does anyone in the group have a loksound programming unit. Loksound 5 decoders will support up to 10 simultanous sound channels. In the meantime here is a set of documents on programming loksound decoders. Steam some loksound decoders are equipped with a you can wire all kind. Using the esu lokprogrammer to download files into a.
These sounds were edited with the most technologically advanced sound decoders in mind. Upgrading loksound dcc decoders to full throttle model. The lokprogrammer is easy to use to get the exact sound for the loco you have. The remaining version like the micro, l and xl with be released throughout the remainder of 2019. In order for decoders to know what to do, you have to program them. Esu 73100 loksound select direct micro nmra dcc sound decoder. Dateien biete ich euch ein paar esulokprogrammerprojekte zum download an.
With its help its possible to edit all parameters of the particular decoder. He was not only the first loksound decoder in due time, but also one of the first esu products for model railway. With the lokprogrammers aid you use the entire flexibility and functionality offered by loksound decoders. You can update the firmware of the loksound decoders. Esu loksound select quick start manual pdf download. With the use of our loksound programmer, programming can be even more comfortable by using your computer to adjust the many cvs and settings. All available manuals were created as adobe acrobat format pdf files, therefore your need the acrobat reader to read the documents. The following is a set of instructions provide by esu outlining a method for programming cvs addresses greater than 255. The dcs50 will display one of the programming modes available.
If you have a system that does not allow programming cvs higher than 255, esu has implemented an assistance tool. Simply connect the loksound programmer to a serialusb port of your pc and its output to a stand alone programming track. Decoder programming is the action of entering suitable values into configuration variables cvs in a dcc decoder to set their address, speed table, functions and other parameters so they operate with the characteristics you choose. Lokprogrammer pc software fur loksound 5, lokpilot 5, loksound v4. Need a smaller decoder but only need 73800 loksound select micro ready for programming read more. This applies to both mobile and stationary decoders. On your digitrax system, simply select the locomotives address and the sound will start. Each specific sound file has its own specific settings and programming. You can use all sounds that can be downloaded to your computer hard disk. The europeans want you to buy their esu lok programmer.
I am able to program esu decoders from v2 to v5 but not the loksound select direct decoders as these are not reprogrammable with a new soundscape. Starting from june 2019, esu will begin replacing the loksound v4. This means, the internal software on the decoders memory can. Digitrax soundfx lets you make your locos sound like the real thing. Unboxing and set up of esu lokprogrammer hardware and software for more info please go to. Many manufacturers equip their locos with esudecoders at the factory, their locomotive specific programming can be modified using the lokprogrammer the lokprogrammer can also be used to upgrade decoder software or install new sound files.
View and download esu loksound select quick start manual online. Loksound classic the prime father of all loksounds. These premium sound profiles take advantage of all that the loksound select has to offer. Using the esu lokprogrammer to download files into a loksound decoder. Thanks to a high performance, 32bit microcontroller, we have been able to improve all key features again. Need a smaller decoder but only need the options available in the loksound select decoder.
Second, the examples in my tutorial are applicable only to loksound select decoders and select files that you download from esus web site. Remember, your digitrax soundfx decoder is ready to run and will operate and generate sound using address 03 with no additional programming. Of course, all function outputs and the motor current output are overload protected. Since there is limited current there is less chance of damaging the decoder from voltage spikes or fluctuations a previous problem the op has experienced. Download and hear samples of the loksound sound files. Forget about the cumbersome typing and programming. Esu 58420 loksound 5 v5 8 pin dcc sound decoder for sale. Apr 10, 2019 i can offer a esu loksound sound programming mapping service to customers in the u. We want you to have fun with your decoder as long as possible. Esu 53452 lokprogrammer set you want to listen to the sound spectrum of your favourite loco, or the special sound of that loco around the corner in the yard on your model railroad. Mar 14, 2019 in the meantime here is a set of documents on programming loksound decoders. Loksound 21 pin decoders are delivered with 20 x 40 mm speakers. Sound even voice or music is no problem for our decoders. By the same token, all other esu decoders profit from the lokprogrammers versatility.
Loksound select decoders offer the following unique features. Make sure that you have the latest version on your computer. Hi all, as usual i find jmri decoder pro a huge help in setting up decoders. For loksound select decoders, we offer a comprehensive range of new highpower speakers, rated 4 ohms. Another source of useful information are the sound project descriptions on the loksound download page. For the cost of a decoder you can get a programming device which esu knows will work on their decoders rather than them trying to guess. Tips and tricks for programming loksound 5 dcc sound decoders, with. I can offer a esu loksound sound programmingmapping service to customers in the u. You can use this method on either the program track or mainline with any dcc system and can program any number of cvs from 255511 in sequence. Any major programming, or reprogramming, should be done a programming track. Be sure that only the locomotive you want to program is on the programming track.
Many loksound select sounds contain up to 4 different. Kb848 zephyr changing a locomotive decoder s address. Only certain cvs can be programmed in ops mode, the sound control and lighting effect cvs can only be programmed on the programming track or using the esu loksound programmer. They offer an exceptional set of features and flexible programming that allow users to fully customize or super detail the sound and performance of their scale locomotives. Loksound 8 pin decoders are delivered with 23mm speakers. Digitrax users use dir or pd mode for all cv programming with esu decoders. Loksound select media converter pdf manual download. Using the esu lokprogrammer to download files into a loksound. Modelrrsupply service is fast and reliable and cost competitive. Since your original question was best way to program a loksound decoder. All settings done according to the locomotive printed circuit board. Heres a little known option for you to take full advantage of the loksound programming software to program your loksound decoders manually without having to actually purchase the loksound programmer hardware. In 1999, the loksound classic decoder laid the foundations for esu. The lokprogrammer is recommended only for use with esu decoders.