Decoders are components that allow the track format to be 'decoded'. Two variants are available: locomotive (or vehicle) decoders, which serve to move and stop the locomotive and to take over certain switching functions and switch decoders that serve to address points, signals, level-crossing barriers, lights and other electrical accessories.

New 2009: Lokdecoder +

Better is the enemy of good. Therefore we now present the successors of the highly renowned Digital plus locomotive decoders. The new decoders can be identified by the “+” symbol behind the decoder name. Standard, Silver and Gold decoders vary in their features, such as ABC, USP and S.U.S.I. as well as the number of their function outputs.

All our new Digital plus locomotive decoders “+” are now RailCom-able!
For all new decoders, the RailCom function is factory-set. Of course, you can still use these decoders with DCC systems that are not RailCom-able.
From now on, the improved software allows for the timecontrolled switching of function outputs, such as is necessary for the con nection of couplings.
Brand-new in our product range is the locomotive decoder GOLD 21 + with 21-pin interface.
digital plus locomotive decoders support 9999 addresses
all recent Digital plus decoders can be operated with 14, 27, 18 or 128 speed steps
easy change of addresses with manual control
address, starting voltage, starting and breaking delays, and many other features can be set
one highlight is the user-defined speed line
most features can be programmed in operational mode ('PoM')
recent decoders allow function outputs to be assigned to the function keys of operating devices
operation on conventional, analogue DC layouts
automatic recognition of digital and analogue operation facilitates seamless change between digital and analogue layout sections.

Installation by end users

Digital plus locomotive decoders may be installed by end users without loss of warranty. Each decoder is supplied with an operating manual that contains step-by-step technical information and illustrations. The basic installation is shown in the picture (top right).

Detailed information on locomotive decoders is contained in the brochure 'Operating Manual Locomotive Decoders', available from your specialist dealer or online.