TAMS Elektronik LD-G-10 User manual
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Lastgeregelter Lokdecoder
für Gleichstrommotoren
Motorola-Format
Locomotive Decoder
with load control for
DC engines - Motorola format
Décodeur avec compensation de
charge pour locomotive avec
moteur continu - Format Motorola
Lastgeregelde Locdecoder
voor gelijkstroommotoren
Motorola -format
Art.-Nr. 22-01-092
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Table of contents
How to use this manual 28
Intended use 28
Safety instructions 29
EMC declaration 31
Operation overview 32
Technical specifications 36
Checking the package contents 36
Required tools and materials 36
Safe and correct soldering 37
Mounting the locomotive decoder 38
Programming the locomotive decoder 40
Operation 46
FAQ 47
Manufacturer's note 48
Certification 48
Conditional warranty 49
Connections (Fig. 1) I
Circuit Diagram (Fig. 2) II
(Pages I to II in the centre of this handbook are removeable.)
* The following manufacturers and their products are mentioned in this
manual:
Märklin & Cie. GmbH, Goeppingen, Germany
Uhlenbrock Elektronik GmbH, Bottrop, Germany
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How to use this manual
This manual gives step-by-step instructions for safe and correct fitting
of the 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 module on to another person, please pass on the manual
with it.
Intended use
The locomotive decoder is designed for mounting in a model train with
DC motor. It evaluates the Motorola format data sent by the digital
central unit to its address and controls the locomotive´s motor and
additional functions.
The module should not be mounted by children under the age of 14.
Reading, understanding and following the instructions in this manual
are mandatory for the user.
Any other use is inappropriate and invalidates any guarantees.
Caution:
Integrated circuits (ICs) are inserted on the decoder. They 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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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,
§ 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.
§ Mounting the module 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 module.
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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.
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 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, mounting
and operation must be supervised by qualified personnel.
In industrial institutions, health and safety regulations applying to
electronic work must be adhered to.
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EMC declaration
This product is developed and tested in accordance with the European
standards EN 55014-1 and EN 61000-6-3 and meets the EC - directive
2004/108/EG and legal requirements.
To guarantee the electromagnetic tolerance in operation you must take
the following precautions:
§ Connect the transformer only to an approved mains socket installed
by an authorised electrician.
§ Make no changes to the original parts and accurately follow the
instructions, circuit diagram and PCB layut included with this
manual.
§ Use only original spare parts if you have to repair the kit or the
ready-built module.
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Operation overview
The decoder is designed for operation in Motorola II format and can be
adjusted to one of 255 addresses. It evaluates the digital data sent by the
central unit to its address. It controls the locomotive´s motor and the
driving characteristics. In addition, it switches the locomotive´s lighting.
In Motorola I format it is possible to operate the decoder, but the
programming of the parameters and the controlling of the functions is
restricted.
Automatic recognition of the analogue mode
The decoder can also be used in analogue model railway layouts run with
an A.C. speed control. When putting the locomotive on the rails the
decoder recognizes automatically if it is run in analogue or digital mode
and sets the corresponding operation mode. The automatic recognition of
the analogue mode can be switched off by programming the decoder
accordingly.
The decoder is not suitable for being operated in analogue model railway
layouts run with an D.C. speed control. The decoder evaluates the data
received in such layouts as "braking section", the locomotive therefore
does not run.
In analogue mode the decoder reacts to the analogue changing
direction signal. The lighting is always switched on according to the
direction of travel. Switching on or off the lighting and the additional
functions is not possible.
Driving of the motor
The locomotive decoder drives the motor with a PWM of 32 kHz. This
guarantees a soft and constant run of the motor, with which the
decoder can also be used with coreless (Faulhaber) motors.
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Overheating protection
As soon as the decoder´s maximum operating temperature (approx.
60 °C) is exceeded the decoder automatically switches off and the
locomotive´s lighting starts to flash. It is not possible to put the locomotive
into operation again until the rail voltage has been switched off. As a rule
the overheating is caused by a too high current consumption of the motor.
Load control
The locomotive decoder has a load control. The load control influences the
motor voltage to keep the locomotive at constant velocity, independent of
additional loads (e.g. running up a gradient, coupled carriages).
The decoder chooses automatically the optimal values of the load
control´s parameters for the connected (DC) motor. The range of
values from which the decoder chooses the optimal value can be
altered by programming the decoder accordingly.
Direction of motion
When changing the direction in digital operation the existing direction is
saved and so retained, even if the central unit does not send absolute
driving data (e.g. in Motorola I format).
In order to change the direction of travel in analogue operation a
voltage impulse is applied to the rails which is distinctly higher than the
normal driving voltage. Disturbances from the locomotive motor,
tolerances in the connected components or voltage drops in the rails
can release unintended changes of direction or hinder intended changes
of direction. The voltage needed for a change of direction can be
adjusted by programming the decoder accordingly.
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