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user manual LokSound / LokSoundXL V3, 1st edition, 07/2004
1. Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing a LokSound decoder.
With LokSound your engines sound like the prototype.
You will soon notice that your LokSound equipped
engines are the center of attraction on any layout.
Of course, you would like to install this decoder
immediately, but first we kindly request you to read
the following remarks:
Please read this manual carefully before carrying
out the installation!!! Although LokSound
decoders are very robust, incorrect wiring may
destroy the module!
Due to its factory settings your new LokSound decoder
can generally be used as is. It offers a multitude of
options to help you adjust your LokSound decoder
even better to your model. Please familiarize yourself
with the decoder before installing it and adjusting any
parameters. Also note the recommendations
regarding installation.
Important warning:
• LokSound decoders are designed for use in model
railways only
• Avoid mechanical force or pressure on the
decoder
• Do not expose to wet and humid conditions
• Do not remove the heat shrink sleeve on the
decoder
• Never solder on the circuit board, extend cables
if necessary
• Never wrap the decoder in insulation tape, since
this may cause overheating
• Always disconnect the circuit when installing the
decoder
• Make sure that neither the LokSound decoder
nor any blank wire ends may come into contact
with the engine chassis (risk of short circuit).
Cover any blank ends of unused wires.
• Make sure that no wires are squeezed or cut by
the model’s transmission parts when reassembling
the engine
Introduction
Handle the speaker with extreme care: Do not
touch the membrane or apply pressure! Solder
speaker connections quickly and only at the
intended contacts! Pay close attention to the
instructions for installing the speaker!
If you adhere to these warnings your LokSound
decoder will reward you with trouble-free operation
and long life.
ESU GmbH & Co. KG
, in July 2004
This manual has several chapters explaining step by
step how to proceed:
Chapter 2
provides an overview of the characteristics
of LokSound and LokSoundXL decoders.
Chapter 3
describes installation and connection. In
chapter 3.1 installation of LokSound decoders for HO,
TT, N and O gauge are explained while chapter 3.2
deals with the LokSoundXL for larger scale models (O,
I, II,...).
LokSound decoders are suitable for most digital
command control systems.
Chapter 4
provides an
overview on which digital and analogue systems may
be used to operate LokSound decoders as well as some
particularities with certain systems.
If you want to modify the preset running
characteristics and/or sound effects we strongly
recommend to read
chapter 5
. Here you will gain an
insight regarding the many options and how to adjust
various parameters. You will also learn how to reset
the decoder to the factory settings. The ESU
LokProgrammer (Art. No. 53450) makes setting any
parameter of your LokSound decoder as easy as making
a phone call or sending an email.
Chapter 6
contains the answers to Frequently Asked
Questions.
In
Chapter 7
a table provides all you need to know
regarding the programming of decoder characteristics
as outlined in chapter 5.
