TAMS Elektronik Booster-Link User manual

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Booster-Link

mfx®-Adapter für Booster

mfx® adapter for booster

Adaptateur mfx® pour

mfx®-adapter voor boosters

Art.-Nr. 49-02105 / 49-02106 / 49-02107

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Table of contents

1. Getting started 18

2. Safety instructions 19

3. Safe and correct soldering 21

4. Operation overview 23

5. Technical specifications 23

6. Assembling the Booster-Link 24

7. Connecting the Booster-Link 28

8. Check list for troubleshooting 28

9. CE and Warranty 29

Parts list I
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) layout (fig. 1) II
Circuit diagram (fig. 2) II
Connections diagram (fig. 3) and pin connections III / IV

(Pages I to IV in the centre of this handbook are removeable.)

The asterisks **

This manual mentions the following company:
Gebr. MÄRKLIN** & Cie. GmbH, Postfach 860, D-73008 Göppingen

mfx® RailCom® is the registered trademark of Gebr. MÄRKLIN** & Cie.

GmbH, Postfach 860, D-73008 Göppingen.

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1. Getting started

How to use this manual

This manual gives step-by-step instructions for safe and correct
assembly of the kit and fitting and connecting of the ready-built
module, and operation. Before you start, we advise you to read the
whole manual, particularly the chapter on safety instructions and the
FAQ chapter. You will then know where to take care and how to
prevent mistakes which take a lot of effort to correct.

Keep this manual safely so that you can solve problems in the future. If
you pass the kit or the ready-built module on to another person, please
pass on the manual with it.

Intended use

The Booster-Link is designed to be operated according to the
instructions in this manual with a digital model railway controlled by an
mfx® central unit. Any other use is inappropriate and invalidates any
guarantees.

The kit and the module should not be assembled or fitted by children
under the age of 14.

Reading, understanding and following the instructions in this manual
are mandatory for the user.

Caution:

The circuit contains integrated circuits. These are very sensitive to static
electricity. Do not touch components without first discharging yourself.
Touching a radiator or other grounded metal part will discharge you.

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Checking the package contents

Please make sure that your package contains:

§ one kit, containing the components listed in the parts list and one

PCB, one ready-built module or one complete unit (ready-built
module in a housing),

§ one manual.

Required materials

For assembling the kit you need:

§ an electronic soldering iron (max. 30 Watt) with a fine tip,

§ a soldering iron stand,

§ a tip-cleaning sponge,

§ a heat-resistant mat,

§ a small side cutter and wire stripper,

§ a pair of tweezers and long nose pliers,

§ tin solder (0,5 mm. diameter),

In order to connect the module you need wire. Recommended
diameters: > 0,14 mm² for the connections to the rails.

2. Safety instructions

Mechanical hazards

Cut wires can have sharp ends and can cause serious injuries. Watch
out for sharp edges when you pick up the PCB.

Visibly damaged parts can cause unpredictable danger. Do not use
damaged parts: recycle and replace them with new ones.

Electrical hazards

§ Touching powered, live components,

§ touching conducting components which are live due to malfunction,

§ short circuits,

§ connecting the circuit to another voltage than specified,

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§ impermissibly high humidity,

§ condensation build up

can cause serious injury due to electrical shock. Take the following
precautions to prevent this danger:

§ Never perform wiring on a powered module.

§ Assembling and mounting the kit should only be done in closed,

clean, dry rooms. Beware of humidity.

§ Only use low power for this module as described in this manual and

only use certified transformers.

§ Connect transformers and soldering irons only in approved mains

sockets installed by an authorised electrician.

§ Observe cable diameter requirements.

§ After condensation build up, allow a minimum of 2 hours for dispersion.

§ Use only original spare parts if you have to repair the kit or the

ready-built module.

Fire risk

Touching flammable material with a hot soldering iron can cause fire,
which can result in injury or death through burns or suffocation.
Connect your soldering iron or soldering station only when actually
needed. Always keep the soldering iron away from inflammable
materials. Use a suitable soldering iron stand. Never leave a hot
soldering iron or station unattended.

Thermal danger

A hot soldering iron or liquid solder accidentally touching your skin can
cause skin burns. As a precaution:

§ use a heat-resistant mat during soldering,

§ always put the hot soldering iron in the soldering iron stand,

§ point the soldering iron tip carefully when soldering, and

§ remove liquid solder with a thick wet rag or wet sponge from the

soldering tip.

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Dangerous environments

A working area that is too small or cramped is unsuitable and can cause
accidents, fires and injury. Prevent this by working in a clean, dry room
with enough freedom of movement.

Other dangers

Children can cause any of the accidents mentioned above because they
are inattentive and not responsible enough. Children under the age of 14
should not be allowed to work with this kit or the ready-built module.

Little children can swallow small components with sharp edges, with
fatal results! Do not allow components to reach small children.

In schools, training centres, clubs and workshops, assembly must be
supervised by qualified personnel.

In industrial institutions, health and safety regulations applying to
electronic work must be adhered to.

3. Safe and correct soldering

Caution:

Incorrect soldering can cause dangers through fires and heat. Avoid
these dangers by reading and following the directions given in the
chapter Safety instructions.

§ Use a small soldering iron with max. 30 Watt. Keep the soldering tip

clean so the heat of the soldering iron is applied to the solder point
effectively.

§ Only use electronic tin solder with flux.

§ When soldering electronic circuits never use soldering-water or

soldering grease. They contain acids that can corrode components
and copper tracks.

§ Solder quickly: holding the iron on the joints longer than necessary

can destroy components and can damage copper tracks or
soldering eyes.

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