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Important notes
3. Important notes – Please read this chapter first
We congratulate you on your purchase of an ESU Switch Pilot
decoder. This manual will guide you step by step through the
features of SwitchPilot respectively SwichPilot Extension.
Important warning:
Please read this manual carefully. Although the SwitchPilot has
been designed as a robust device an incorrect connection may
lead to faults or even to the destruction of the device. Avoid any
“costly” experiments.
•The Switch Pilot is exclusively intended for use with model train
layouts only. It may only be operated with the components listed
here. Any other use is not permitted.
•Any wiring has to be carried out while power is disconnected.
•Any power supply must be protected by a fuse or circuit breaker
to avoid any potential hazards such as burning cables in case of
a short circuit. Only use transformers specifically designed for
model trains that bear the VDE/EN marks.
•Never operate the SwitchPilot unattended. The SwitchPilot is
not a (children’s) toy.
•Adhere to the wiring principles as outlined in this manual for
wiring any external components. Other circuitry may cause
damage to the SwitchPilot.
•SwitchPilot is not water proof. It is not intended for outside
use. If you use this product for exterior applications you do so
at your own risk.
•Do not attempt to open your SwitchPilot module. Improper
treatment may cause damage or destruction.
4. How this manual will help you
This manual was divided into a few chapters, which will gradually
show you how to operate the products 51800,51801 and 51802.
Chapter 5 includes an overview of the features of the single
SwitchPilot decoders.
In chapter 7 we deal with the connection of your layout.
If you wish to adjust the factory settings of your decoder
individually, just do so. In chapter 7 - 11, you will find detailed
explanations about which settings are possible and how you can
change them.
Statements about technical data can be found in chapter 16 as
well as a list of all CVs assisted, if necessary.
Unless indicated otherwise, all statements exclusively refer to
members of the SwitchPilot family. In case a decoder should not
work with a special function, this will be mentioned explicitly.
5. Introduction – The SwitchPilot family
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