Builtin future loksound select decoders are firmwareupdatable. While the mapping can be done by individually programming a bunch of cvs on dcc systems programming track, this task is made much easier using the esus lokprogrammer interface and software. Decoder 21 with loksound mtc pin mobile esu plug decoder. Esu 58325 large scale sound decoder generic sounds. Esu 73100 loksound select direct micro nmra dcc sound. Esu loksound 7310073199 select direct micro application notes. This is a fairly quick run though of how to install the program and. Like the original loksound select and the new loksound version 4. Esu 73100 loksound select direct micro nmra dcc sound decoder dropin for pre2016 irc locos. You also find the best and biggest international m rklin discussion forum community here with members from all over the world. Esu virtual clinic from the workbench lokprogrammer series installation guide for lokprogrammer software. 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. Lokprogrammer is a computer software program and a serial communication. The lokpilot line of the decoders is esu nonsound decoders.
It is with much frustration that we must inform you that esu llc must close our usa business office until further notice due to a mandate from the governor of pennsylvania. Here you can find sound files for loksound 5 decoders of european prototypes. 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. Here you will find our new updatetool to get the latest firmware for your older esu decoders or the ecoscontrol radio. A lokprogrammer is not required but helpful to make cv changes. Esu loksound esu loksound tonys train exchange is your number one source for esu loksound digital command control sound decoders and products. I take you through the steps i undertake to get sound files loaded from esus website to my esu loksound v4 decoder, via the esu. You are looking at a esu loksound 73100 select direct micro universal sound ready for many n scale engines. Irc 6function motherboard diagram irc 8function motherboard diagram. If you do not wish to install the usb driver, click onto the field driver for usb adapter and the tick will disappear. I believe that the loksound select uses a pwm configuration for the audio power amp.
For atlas gp402 in ho i downloaded all the esu loksound manuals but many cv numbers i need are higher than. This decoder is inteded for the large scales such as o or g esu lokpilot. Esu loksound german manufacturer of dcc decoders and command stations. The software was developped for microsoft windows windows xp, 7, 8, 8. Question about esu lok sound decoders model railroader. The following is a set of instructions provide by esu outlining a method for programming cvs addresses greater than 255. For this, you only need an esu loksound programmer and a pc. The lokprogrammer is recommended only for use with esu decoders. Lokprogrammer pcsoftware for all loksound 5, lokpilot 5, loksound v4. N scale esu 73100 loksound select direct micro sound decoder. Actually there are two versions of this new decoder.
We never get tired of the wonderful craftsmanship of neil schofield. See you all at the amherst railway society train show tomorrow. Firmware and software here you can download the latest lokprogrammer software as well as the recent firmware for our decoders. Loksound decoder installation questions model railroad. How to install custom sounds with an esu lokprogrammer. This allows flexible installation in dccready models. Then you want to install the loksound 5 into your locomotives. This section is a true repertory for fans of sound. The loksound 5 dcc version is made for the north american and australian markets. Its a perfect fit in the bachmann davenport but you have to glue it down. When accelerating, chuffs sound harsh, while, when the throttle is closed, only rodclatter is dis cernible. Using the esu lokprogrammer to download files into a loksound.
This means, the internal software on the decoders memory can be replaced by new versions supplied by esu when new features, improvements or bug fixes are released. Esu loksound cv8151 welcome to the nce information. Unboxing and set up of esu lokprogrammer hardware and software for more info please go to. 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. With the lokprogrammer you can program esu lokpilot and loksound decoders. Esu is the leader in highquality model trains, decoders, digital systems and accessories. If you do not wish to install the usb driver, click onto the. Rummage in our steadily growing fund of originial sounds. The decoder itself is a loksound next18 ecoder on the esu director board. Be sure to check out the sbs4dcc esu loksound 7310073199 select direct micro application notes and sbs4dcc sugar cube speaker application notes pages in tutorials tips and tricks for lots of great information and installation tips about this product. While the lokprogrammer is not required to change a cv, the lokprogrammer is required to update firmware and load sound files. The most important development for esu was the revolutionary loksound family of decoders.
Using the loksound programmer manually model railroader. Streamlined backshop services provides dcc digital command control decoder installation and locomotive repair services for n and ho scale model railroaders. The excellent features of esudecoders are even more enhanced by the addition of sound functions. List of all supported cvs the following pages provide a list of all cvs of loksound decoders. The new 6 output function loksound select direct micro decoder was designed with this purpose in mind. This software is steadily advanced, so stay uptodate and get the latest version of it. This means, that the meaning of any of these cvs can change depending on the value of the socalled index register. Here you will find the firmware update to upgrade your mobile control 51100 for the use with the ecos command station.
We want you to enjoy your loksound decoder as long as possible. 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. Esus largest sound install to date esu llc loksound. Here you can find loksound north american and australian sound files we created especially for the usage. First, go to the esu site and download the loksound programmer software. Those are coupled to motor control and are loaddependant. A driver for the usb adapter cable is installed as a standard routine with the lokprogrammer software. Simply connect the loksound programmer to a serialusb port of your pc and its output to a stand alone programming track.
That s made possible through the awardwinning loksound technology. How to install 21pin dcc decoder into athearn genesis sd60e locomotive duration. Shop tonys trains exchange for a variety of esu dcc systems, feedback modules, terminals, boosters and more available for purchase online. Being able to use the lokprogrammer you need a software for your computer. What a great night with great modelers and great friends. You can still use the software to calculate cv values, you just have to manually program them using you command. In celebration of their 20th year in business esu loksound has recently announced the release of their new version 5 decoders. Due to its unique thermal design, it does like all genuine loksound decoders not need any heat sinks. The newer loksound select is rated at 2 watts with a 4. Kg offers an installation service in conjunction with experienced specialists. It is a pure dcc decoder, which supports railcomplus and can also be used on dc layouts.
Using the esu lokprogrammer to download files into a loksound decoder. Esu loksound and lokpilot guide online train store. While helping ken convert his entire fleet to loksound decoders, we also had the opportunity to add sound to this really cool simulator. Esu 21pin dc plug installation esu decoder orientation esu 21pin dc plug orientation. Any available esu loksound sound file can be written to the decoder using a lokprogrammer. If you bought a 21 pin mtc decoder, the installation is far easier, because you can buy a tcs wow mother board, that has keep alive already attached, and is a direct replacement for the stock lighting board, and there are soldering. Lokprogrammer installation with usb adapter cable esu. The lokprogrammer can receive regular software updates from esu making sure you always have the most current software available.
Getting startedwriting and editing files with the esu. The loksound select decoder was designed with all our past experience, while considering many suggestions of esu users. Programming the address of esu loksound decoders on the program track using direct mode. Start the userfriendly loksound programmer software, place a locomotive equipped with an esu loksound or lokpilot decoder on the.
I highly recommend thoroughly reading through the esu decoder manual to get familiar with the aux output mappings. Esu decoders loksound 73199, 73100 and lokpilot 54650. In the following two windows you can select the program directory as well as the start menu group for the software. Here you will find the latest computer software for the current lokprogrammer. I have checked tonys trains and dcc train in cincinnati and found most items out of stock. Welcome to a walkthough video on how to install the esu programmer and download, write and, modify an esu file with the loksound programmer. This means, the internal decoder software can be replaced by new versions, if necessary. Ken owns one of the largest home layouts in the world.
Sign in submit a request my activities have you figured out what you need. Previous month next month january february march april may june july august september october november december. Fore sure there will also be an appropriate sound for your locomotive. Loksound indexed cvs cv8151 the cvs ranging from 257 511 have a special meaning on a loksound decoder. Software updates divided into separate driving notches. The loksound 5 also allows updating the internal firmware making it futureproof. If you have had a conversation about esu loksound dcc decoders with. Loksound dcc sound decoder installation in a ho scale gp9. Question about esu lok sound decoders posted by meyblc on saturday, june 28, 2014 10. As discussed on my esu sound decoder selection page, there are a couple of different esu loksound product lines the sound files available for one product line cannot be used with the hardware from another line. Introduction congratulations on purchasing a loksound decoder. Intermediate dcc installation start to finish walthers sw8 with esu loksound duration. You would expect excellent motor control from a loksound decoder and deservedly so.
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