ESU 59229 LokPilot 5 Fx Standard NMRA DCC Function-Only Decoder - NEM660 21MTC Integral Connector

The LokPilot 5 Fx DCC is supplied in three variants: In addition to the "classic" version with 8-pole NEM 652 wiring harness, a variant for the 21MTC interface and with PluX22 interface is also available.

Modes

The LokPilot 5 Fx DCC is a "pure-bred" DCC decoder. 14 to 128 driving steps are as self-evident as 2- and 4-digit addresses. Up to 32 functions can be triggered. Thanks to RailComPlus®, the decoders register fully automatically at a suitable digital center.

It masters all DCC programming modes and thanks to RailCom® the CV values can be read out on the main track with suitable control panels. Auxiliary registers exist for control panels that can only program the CVs from 1-255.

The LokPilot 5 Fx DCC decoder detects the Märklin® brake distances as well as ZIMO® HLU / ZACK commands or the Lenz® ABC system. Braking with DCC brake blocks or with equal voltage is also possible. In addition, it also stops with a Selectrix® brake diode. An automatic ABC pen train allows automatic commuting between two stations. Although this de-coder does not have an engine output, this is also important for a function decoder in order to be able to synchronize control cars and motor cars.

The LokPilot 5 Fx DCC decoder can be used on analog DC webs.

The decoder switches "on-the-fly" fully automatically between operating modes. Most of the time, nothing needs to be adjusted.

Functions

The LokPilot 5 Fx DCC has been equipped with an astonishing number of function outputs. Depending on the cutting position design, each LokPilot 5 Fx DCC decoder offers at least 10 reinforced function outputs with 250mA output current each. For the versions with PluX22 or 21MTC interface, 4 outputs are added for controlling servos or logic level outputs. All important light radios are available. The brightness of each output can be set separately.

Interaction

The LokPilot 5 Fx DCC is designed for interaction with the LokSound 5 and the LokPilot 5 decoders: for example, it is possible to equip the locomotive of a multiple unit with a LokSound 5 decoder and the control car with a LokPilot 5 Fx DCC. Provided the same address, both behave absolutely identically. The identical arrangement of the CVs facilitates the tuning of the two decoders.

Operational reliability

On request, a PowerPack can be connected to the LokPilot 5 Fx DCC to bridge dirty rail cuts.

Protection

Of course, the outputs are protected against overload. We want you to enjoy your decoder for as long as possible.

Decoder Specifications:

• Size: 21.4 mm x 15.5 mm x 4.5 mm  (0.84 in x 0.61 in x 0.18 in)
• Interface: NEM660 21MTC Integral Connector
• Motor Rating: NA - Function-Only
• BEMF: NA
• Functions:
• NEM652 8-pin Wired Plug - 10 amplified outputs for special functions
• NEM658 PluX22 Integral Connector and NEM660 21MTC Integral Connector - 10 amplified outputs for special functions, 4 Logic-level outputs or Servo Outputs (total: Up to 14 outputs)
• Protocol: DCC with RailComPlus®
• Additional Features:
• Updatable with ESU-LokProgrammer
• Connection interface for RC servos and SUSI modules
• Optional optional PowerPack storage capacitor connections