Esu LokProgrammer Manuale utente

Instruction manual

For software version 2.6.2. and following versions

Article no.: 53450 / 53451

March 2009

LokProgrammer

Index of contents

Declaration of ConformityDeclaration of Conformity

Declaration of Conformity......................................................................

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WEEE-DeclarationWEEE-Declaration

WEEE-Declaration ..............................................................................................

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1. Important notes – Please read this first1. Important notes – Please read this first

1. Important notes – Please read this first ........................

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2.2.

2. Installation andInstallation and

Installation andInstallation and

Installation and ss

start-up of the LokProgrammertart-up of the LokProgrammer

tart-up of the LokProgrammertart-up of the LokProgrammer

tart-up of the LokProgrammer ..........

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.....44

2.1. System requirements .................................................. 4

2.2.Connecting the LokProgrammer ................................. 4

2.3. Installing the software ............................................... 4

2.4. Starting the program ................................................. 4

2.5. Software updates ...................................................... 5

2.6. Firmware updates ...................................................... 5

3. LokSound basics3. LokSound basics

3. LokSound basics ........................................................................................

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3.1. Sound characteristics of locomotives .......................... 5

3.1.1. Steam locomotive ................................................... 5

3.1.2. Diesel locomotive (diesel-electric) ............................. 5

3.1.3. Diesel locomotive (diesel-hydraulic) ......................... 6

3.1.4. Diesel locomotive with manual transmission ........... 6

3.1.5. Electric locomotive .................................................. 6

3.2. User defined sounds ................................................. 6

3.3. Automatic / Random sounds .................................... 7

3.4. Digital system / Protocols ........................................... 7

3.4.1. DCC (NMRA) ......................................................... 7

3.4.2. Motorola® ............................................................. 7

3.4.3. M4 ........................................................................ 7

3.4.4. Selectrix® ............................................................... 7

3.5. CVs ........................................................................... 7

3.5.1. Definition and application ...................................... 7

3.5.2. Advantages / Disadvantages .................................. 7

3.6. Further information about LokSound decoders ......... 7

3.6.1. General .................................................................. 7

3.6.2. Connecting the speaker ......................................... 7

3.6.3. Suitable sounds ..................................................... 8

3.6.4. Supported hardware .............................................. 8

4. Purpose of the LokProgrammer software4. Purpose of the LokProgrammer software

4. Purpose of the LokProgrammer software ..................

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4.1. Overview ................................................................... 8

4.2. Assistant ................................................................... 8

5. Main screen5. Main screen

5. Main screen ......................................................................................................

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5.1. Registers ................................................................... 9

5.2. Task bar ..................................................................... 9

5.3. Tool bar ..................................................................... 9

6. V6. V

6. Virtual driver’irtual driver’

irtual driver’irtual driver’

irtual driver’s cabs cab

s cabs cab

s cab ..............................................................................

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1010

7. Edit CVs7. Edit CVs

7. Edit CVs ..........................................................................................................

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..................................................... 1010

1010

8. The „decoder“ register8. The „decoder“ register

8. The „decoder“ register ..................................................................

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1010

8.1. View window „address“ ........................................ 11

8.1.1. Address (CV1, CV17, CV18) ............................... 11

8.1.2. Consist settings (CV 19) ..................................... 11

8.2. Driving characteristics ............................................... 11

8.2.1. Selecting the number of speed steps (CV 29, CV 49) 11

8.2.2. Reverse mode (CV 29) ......................................... 11

8.2.3. Acceleration and deceleration (CV 3, CV 4) ......... 11

8.2.4. Supported brake modes (CV 51) ......................... 11

8.2.5. Trimm (CV 66, CV 95) .......................................... 11

8.3. Motor ..................................................................... 11

8.3.1. DC motor PWM frequency (CV 49) ...................... 11

8.3.2. Load compensation (CV 49, CV 53 until CV 56) . 11

8.3.3. Speed curves (CV 2, 5, 6, 26, 67-97) ..................... 11

8.4. DCC / Analogue ..................................................... 11

8.4.1. Zimo® manual function ....................................... 11

8.4.2. Analogue mode (CV29) ..................................... 11

8.4.3. Supported analogue modes and settings ............ 11

8.4.4. Analogue mode F1-F8 / Analogue mode FL, F9-F12 .. 1 1

8.5. Sound settings ........................................................ 12

8.5.1. Type of sounds (CV57, CV58) ............................. 12

8.5.2. Minimum time between exhaust chuffs (CV 249) ..... 12

8.5.3. Random sounds (CV 61, CV 62) ......................... 12

8.5.4. Speed of driving sound (CV 59, 60) .................... 1 2

8.5.5. Brake sound threshold (CV 64) ........................... 12

8.5.6. Sound volume ....................................................... 12

8.5.7. Load dependent sound ....................................... 12

8.5.8. Sound steam shift (CV 250, CV 251, CV 252) .... 12

8.6. Function mapping ................................................... 13

8.6.1. Description of the matrix columns ........................ 13

8.6.2. Head lights, back-up lights .................................. 13

8.6.3. Aux 1-4 ............................................................... 13

8.6.4. Acceleration and coasting of diesel locomotives ......... 1 3

8.6.5. Acceleration / Deceleration ................................... 14

8.6.6. Shunting mode .................................................... 14

8.6.7. Sound on/off ....................................................... 14

8.6.8. Shift mode ........................................................... 14

8.6.9. Fan sound ........................................................... 14

8.6.10. Doppler effect .................................................... 14

8.6.11. Volume / Mute ................................................... 14

8.6.12. Dynamic brake ................................................... 14

8.6.13. Sound slots ....................................................... 14

8.6.14. Configuration of outputs (lights and AUX-outputs) 14

8.6.15. Blinking frequency of strobe effects (CV 112) .... 14

8.6.16. Activate LGB® mode (CV 49) ............................. 14

8.6.17. Behaviour of function buttons ................................

(LokSound 2 mode) (CV 49) ............................. 14

8.6.18. Märklin® delta mode (CV 49) ............................ 14

8.7. Manual CV entry ..................................................... 14

8.8. Special options (CV 124) ........................................ 15

8.9. Identification (CV 7, CV 8) ...................................... 15

9. Sounds9. Sounds

9. Sounds ................................................................................................................

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9.1. Concept of LokSound ............................................. 15

9.2. Basic methodology for working in the „Sound“ register 1 5

9.2.1. Nomenclature ...................................................... 15

9.2.2. Importing / Deleting sounds in projects ............... 15

9.2.3. Allocate / Delete sounds to (from) sound slots ...... 16

9.2.4. Extended functions in the „Sound“ .................... 16

9.3.Schedule .................................................................. 16

9.3.1. Schedule for running (driving) sounds ................. 17

9.3.2. Schedule for fan sounds ...................................... 17

9.3.3. Thresholds in the schedule for running (driving) sounds1 8

9.4. Setting the schedule ................................................ 18

9.4.1. Soundslots in detail ............................................. 18

9.4.2. Sound settings ..................................................... 19

9.5. Random sounds ..................................................... 19

9.6. User sounds ............................................................ 20

9.6.1. General settings ................................................... 20

9.6.2. Special options for slots 14, 15 and 16 ............... 20

9.7. Alternative sounds .................................................. 20

10. Special configurations for M410. Special configurations for M4

10. Special configurations for M4 ..........................................

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2121

10.1. „M4 Settings“ in the „Decoder“ .......................... 21

10.2.Driving characteristics .............................................. 21

10.3. Motor ................................................................... 21

10.4. Motorola® settings ............................................... 21

10.5. Analogue settings ................................................. 21

10.6. Sound settings ...................................................... 21

10.7. Function outputs .................................................. 21

10.8. Special options ...................................................... 21

10.9. Sound ................................................................... 21

11. Special settings for11. Special settings for

11. Special settings for Loksound microLoksound micro

Loksound microLoksound micro

Loksound micro andand

andand

and XLXL

XLXL

XL ........

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2121

11.1. Special settings for Loksound micro ....................... 21

11.2. Special settings for Loksound XL ........................... 21

Declaration of Conformity

We, ESU electronic solutions ulm GmbH & Co KG, Industrie-

straße 5, D-89081 Ulm, declare herewith in sole responsibility

compliance of the product "LokProgrammer“ to which this

declaration is related to, with the following standards:

EN 71 1-3 : 1988 / 6 : 1994 – EN 50088 : 1996 – EN 55014, part

1 + part 2 : 1993

EN 61000-3-2 : 1995 – EN 60742 : 1995 – EN 61558-2-7 : 1998

The „LokProgrammer“ bears the CE-mark according to the

guidelines as per

88 / 378 / EWG – 89 / 336 / EWG – 73 / 23 / EWG

WEEE-Declaration

Disposal of old electrical and electronic devices (applicable in

the European Union and other European countries with sepa-

rate collection system). This mark on the product, the packaging

or the relevant documentation indicates, that this product may

not be treated as ordinary household garbage. Instead this

product has to be delivered to a suitable disposal point for

recycling of electrical or electronic equipment.

By disposing of this product in the appropriate

manner you help to avoid negative impact on

the environment and health that could be caused

by inappropriate disposal. Recycling of materials

contributes to conserve our natural environment.

For more information on recycling this product

please contact your local administration, the rubbish disposal

service or the shop where you have purchased this product.

Batteries do not belong into household trash!Batteries do not belong into household trash!

Batteries do not belong into household trash!

Please do not dispose of discharged batteries in your household

trash: take them to a collection point at your local town hall or

dealer. Thus you assure an environmentally friendly way of

disposal.

Änderungen die dem technischen Fortschritt dienen, Liefermöglichkeiten und alle

sonstigen Rechte vorbehalten. Elektrische und mechanische Maßangaben sowie Ab-

bildungen ohne Gewähr. Jede Haftung für Schäden und Folgeschäden durch nicht

bestimmungsgemäßen Gebrauch, Nichtbeachtung dieser Anleitung, eigenmächtige

Umbauten u. ä. ist ausgeschlossen. Nicht geeignet für Kinder unter 14 Jahren. Bei

unsachgemäßem Gebrauch besteht Verletzungsgefahr.

Märklin® ist ein eingetragenes Warenzeichen der Firma Gebr. Märklin® und Cie.

GmbH, Göppingen. RailCom® ist ein eingetragenes Warenzeichen der Firma Lenz

Elektronik GmbH, Giessen.Alle anderen Warenzeichen sind Eigentum ihrer jeweili-

gen Rechteinhaber.

ESU electronic solutions ulm GmbH & Co. KG entwickelt entsprechend seiner Politik

die Produkte ständig weiter. ESU behält sich deshalb das Recht vor, ohne vorherige

Ankündigung an jedem der in der Dokumentation beschriebenen Produkte Änderun-

gen und Verbesserungen vorzunehmen.

Vervielfältigungen und Reproduktionen dieser Dokumentation in jeglicher Form be-

dürfen der vorherigen schriftlichen Genehmigung durch ESU.

12. Project examples12. Project examples

12. Project examples ................................................................................

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12.1. Available sounds ................................................... 21

12.2. Project for a steam locomotive ............................... 22

12.2.1. Create a new file ................................................ 22

12.2.2. Settings .............................................................. 22

12.2.3. Import and place sounds ................................... 22

12.2.4. Function mapping ............................................. 23

12.2.5. Set the wheel synchronicity of exhaust chuffs ...... 24

12.2.6. Fine tuning ........................................................ 24

12.3. Diesel-electric locomotive ....................................... 24

12.3.1. Generate new file ............................................... 24

12.3.2. Settings .............................................................. 24

12.3.3. How to import and set sounds .......................... 25

12.3.4. Function mapping ............................................. 25

12.3.5. Fine tuning ........................................................ 25

12.4. Diesel-hydraulic / Diesel-mechanical ....................... 26

12.4.1. Generate new file ............................................... 26

12.4.2. Settings .............................................................. 26

12.4.3. How to import and set sounds .......................... 26

12.4.4. Function mapping ............................................. 26

12.4.5. Fine tuning ........................................................ 26

12.5. Electric locomotive ................................................. 26

12.5.1. Generate new file ............................................... 26

12.5.2. Settings .............................................................. 26

12.5.3. How to import and set sounds .......................... 26

12.5.4. Function mapping ............................................. 27

12.5.5. Fine tuning ........................................................ 27

13. APPENDIX13. APPENDIX

13. APPENDIX ....................................................................................................

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13.1. Miscellaneous ....................................................... 28

13.1.1. Activating the Doppler effect during operation ... 28

13.1.2. Hardware of LokSound (cables, colours) ............ 28

13.1.3. Problems when reading the decoder ................. 28

13.1.4. Memonry types 8MBits and 16MBits ................. 28

13.2. Customer service – Assistance and support ........... 28

13.3. CV overview chart ................................................. 29

14. Licence Agreement14. Licence Agreement

14. Licence Agreement ..........................................................................

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3434

15. Warrany Certificate15. Warrany Certificate

15. Warrany Certificate ........................................................................

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1. Important notes – Please read this first

Thank you for purchasing the LokProgrammer set 53450/Thank you for purchasing the LokProgrammer set 53450/

Thank you for purchasing the LokProgrammer set 53450/

53451.53451.

53451. With the LokProgrammer you can program ESU LokPilot-

and LokSound decoders.

The LokProgrammer 53450 consists of two elements: An

interface module that serves as the physical connection

between the PC and the locomotive, and the software that

can be run on any PC using MS Windows. The set 53451 has

an additional USB adapter but is otherwise the same as 53450.

Never was it easier to program a digital decoder than with

LokProgrammer. Thanks to the graphic interface of MS

Windows you can achieve the optimal adaptation of LokSound

decoders even if you have very little or no experience in

programming digital decoders. This combination allows you to

easily manipulate and adjust the many features and properties

of LokSound decoders with your PC.

LokProgrammer also allows you to modify all sound fragments

and sound effects stored on the decoder as often as you desire.

ESU provides over 100 different sound files on the ESU web

site at www.esu.eu. You will certainly find the right sound for

your locomotive.

Please also take note of the license agreement regarding

downloading and using the sound files contained in the appendix.

This manual describes in detail how to modify sounds and which

methods to use to achieve the desired results.

We wish you lots of fun in the world of LokSound.

ESU electronic solutions ulm GmbH & Co KG, March 2009

2. Installation and start-up of the LokProgrammer

Please note the remarks regarding installation to assure that

your LokProgrammer software keeps working to your full

satisfaction!

2.1.2.1.

2.1. System requirementsSystem requirements

System requirementsSystem requirements

System requirements

In order to use this software you need a commercially available

PC with the following requirements:

• Operating system: Microsoft Windows 98, 2000 or XP, alsoVista

as from version 2.6.3; but not Windows NT

• CD-ROM drive

• One serial port or an USB interface on your PC

• Audio card

• 10MB minimum available memory on your hard disc

For the utilization of the sound files with this software an Audio

Card must be installed. All cards with a Windows driver are

suitable.

Installation and start of the LokProgrammer

2.2. Connecting the LokProgrammer2.2. Connecting the LokProgrammer

2.2. Connecting the LokProgrammer

The LokProgrammer has to be connected as shown in Figure 1:

Use the serial cable respectively the USB-adapter cable provided

to connect the LokProgrammer to any available COM port (or

USB-port) of your PC. Which port you select is immaterial.

Please make sure that the programming track is completely

isolated from the rest of the layout to avoid possible damage of

your LokProgrammer hardware!

Also make sure that there are no electrical connections

between the individual wires.

Fig.2.: Polarity of Power Supply Connector

There are two options for the power supply:

• Use the power pack with mains plug provided with the

LokProgrammer. Connect the output of the power pack to

the power supply terminals of the LokProgrammer as per Figure

• Use the AC power output of a model train transformer and

wire it to the screw terminals. We recommend this option for

programming gauge 1 locomotives

Never connect both terminals at the same time. This could

destroy the LokProgrammer!

After connecting the power supply the green LED on the

LokProgrammer should light up.

The terminals „Track Out“ on the LokProgrammer are to be

wired to the programming track. Polarity is irrelevant.

Make sure that the programming track is fully isolated from

the layout!

The two LEDs on the LokProgrammer indicate the following:

Green LED:

• Is lit continuously when supply voltage is available.

• Blinks when the LokProgrammer receives data from the PC.

Yellow LED:

• Blinks quickly when voltage is applied to the programming

track and data is transferred.

• Blinks slowly if the LokProgrammer detects a high current and

is disconnecting the programming track.

2.3. Installing the software2.3. Installing the software

2.3. Installing the software

Make sure that the LokProgrammer is connected as described

above and is ready for use.

As soon as you insert the CD-ROM into the drive the installation

program is starting automatically.

Should this not be the case select the CD-ROM drive in „Desk

Top“ or in the „Windows Explorer“ and click onto „Set up“.

Alternatively you may click on the START button in the tool bar

and select „Run“. Then type „x:\setup.exe“ and „OK“. Of

course you must enter the name of the CD-ROM drive instead

of the „x“ (usually „D“):

After a short while the program should start. Follow the

instructions on the monitor and wait until the program is installed

on the hard disk.

2.4. Starting the program2.4. Starting the program

2.4. Starting the program

The installation program creates an entry in the start menu.

Select „LokProgrammer vX“ in the Start menu under „Pro-

grams“; „X“ stands for the version number of the software.

Select „LokProgrammer“. Then the program will start.

Fig.1.: Wiring the LokProgrammer

LokSound Basics

Privacy Protection:

ESU guarantees that no information will be downloaded from

your PC to the ESU website. Data transmission is strictly limited

to sending data from the ESU home page to your PC. Your

personal data are protected at any time.

3. LokSound basics

In the following chapter it is explained how the LokSound

decoder reproduces prototypical sounds, what options are

available with digital command control for model trains and

which protocols of digital systems are currently available in the

market. Should you already have experience with digital systems

and also be familiar with locomotive sounds you may skip this

chapter and continue reading on page 16.

3.1.3.1.

3.1. Sound characteristics of locomotivesSound characteristics of locomotives

Sound characteristics of locomotivesSound characteristics of locomotives

Sound characteristics of locomotives

With LokProgrammer and LokSound decoders you can

reproduce sounds of steam locomotives, diesel-hydraulic and

diesel-electric locomotives, electric locos or locos with manual

transmission (e.g.: rail car). Of course the sound sequences are

subject to the type of locomotive.

3.1.1. Steam locomotive3.1.1. Steam locomotive

3.1.1. Steam locomotive

The dominant sounds of a steam locomotive are the hissing of

the boiler and the exhaust chuffs when the locomotive is

running. The chuffs are synchronized to the revolutions of the

drivers and therefore accelerate or slow down whenever the

locomotive runs faster or slower. We differentiate between

locomotives with 2 or 4 cylinders and others with 3 cylinders. A

steam locomotive with 3 cylinders generates either 3 or 6

exhaust chuffs per revolution of the drivers while a 2- or 4-

cylinder locomotive generates 4 exhaust chuffs per revolution.

The exhaust chuffs appear to be louder and harder during

acceleration compared to normal running at constant speed.

Whenever the valves are closed the only audible noise is the

clank of the driving rods.

When the locomotive starts moving, the cylinder valves are

open in order to push out any condensed steam and thus to

avoid breakage of the driving rods.

This behaviour can be simulated with LokSound decoders and

with the aid of the LokProgrammer. The individual stages are

divided into separate Driving notches. The different sounds of

the respective stages consist of individual recordings of the

exhaust chuffs (also refer to Fig. 4 and chapter 9.4.1 for

detailed explanations).

2.5. Software updates2.5. Software updates

2.5. Software updates

ESU offers the latest version of the LokProgrammer software

on the web page www.esu.eu. You will find it in the „Down-

loads“ menu under „Software“. Click onto the Download-

symbol at the end of the line. A window opens. Click „Run“.

Now the program will guide you through the installation

procedure.

Fig.3.: Start Window for Internet Update

There is also an option for an automatic update provided the

software is already installed on your computer:

• Go into the Start Menu and select Program „LokProgrammer

vX“, (the X stands for the version number of your software).

• Click onto „Internet Update“. A window as per Fig. 3 opens.

• Click onto „Next“. The note „Downloading required Files. Please

be patient“ appears. While this window is shown the files

required for the update will be installed. Subsequently you can

start the LokProgrammer software from the installation

window.

Please note that software version 2.6.6. only runs and opens

appropriate data (meant for version 2.6.6. and all following

updates). The software doesn´t run former or previous versions

(before version 2.6.6).

2.6. Firmware updates2.6. Firmware updates

2.6. Firmware updates

The firmware is the operating system of the LokPilot- or

LokSound decoders.

Please note: Certain new software options can only be activated

with LokSound decoders with the latest firmware-update.

You will find the latest firmware-updates on our website at

www.esu.eu under „Download“ and „Software“.

Update procedure:

• Connect the desired decoder to the LokProgrammer and start

the update.

• Select „Run“ in the pop-up window.

• Follow the instructions for installation.

• First the firmware-update will be installed on your PC, then the

update will be downloaded onto your decoder.

Fig.4.: Performance of a Steam Locomotive

3.1.2. Diesel locomotive (diesel-electric)3.1.2. Diesel locomotive (diesel-electric)

3.1.2. Diesel locomotive (diesel-electric)

Diesel-electric locomotives are in principle electric locomotives

with electrical generators that are powered by diesel engines.

The diesel locomotive is generally driven at constant Driving

notches subject to the speed of the locomotive. Therefore the

noise generated changes (driving) step by (driving) step. The

quiet electric motor can hardly be heard over the noise of the

diesel powered plant. Most diesel-electric locomotives have 4

to 8 throttle notches. The LokProgrammer can handle up to 10

throttle notches plus one each for acceleration and idle

respectively coasting (for more info please refer to chapter

12.3).

ExamplesExamples

Examples of diesel-electric locomotives are the DB class 232

(„Ludmilla“), most American diesel locomotives by GE or ALCO

or the MZ-locomotives by the Danish State Railways.

Fig.5.: Performance of a diesel-electric locomotive

LokSound Basics

3.1.3. Diesel locomotive (diesel-hydraulic)3.1.3. Diesel locomotive (diesel-hydraulic)

3.1.3. Diesel locomotive (diesel-hydraulic)

The main item of equipment of a diesel-hydraulic locomotive is

the torque-converter that uses fluids for power transmission.

This energy flow is literally „fluent.“

That is the reason why diesel-hydraulic locomotives howl audibly

once the throttle is opened and before the locomotive is actually

moving. Since the revs of the motor sound depend on the

speed, the noises generated during driving change without

audible thresholds. Simply put, the sound is directly proportio-

nal to the speed.

Locomotives with LokSound decoders behave the same way;

first the diesel engine revs up and once the revs are high

enough the locomotive starts moving. The pitch of the sound

can be adjusted subject to the speed. This is only possible in a

combined unit (decoder plus sound module in one piece – for

further info also refer to chapter 8.5.4).

ExamplesExamples

Examples for diesel-hydraulic locomotives are the DB class V200

(class 220) and the Regio-Shuttle or the DMU41 by the SNCB/

NMBS.

Fig.6.: Performance of a Diesel-hydraulic Locomotive

3.1.4.3.1.4.

3.1.4. Diesel locomotive with manual transmissionDiesel locomotive with manual transmission

Diesel locomotive with manual transmissionDiesel locomotive with manual transmission

Diesel locomotive with manual transmission

(manual gear gear box)(manual gear gear box)

(manual gear gear box)

Diesel locomotives with manual transmission employ pinion gear

for transmitting the power from the motor to the wheels

similar to automobiles. The clutch is pressed during shifting

from one gear to the next and thus the power transmission is

interrupted for a short moment. The shifting of gears can

clearly be heard in many a diesel locomotive with manual

transmission. With the LokProgrammer software you can either

store the original sound of gear shifting or you may choose the

option „gear shift“ (User-Sound Slot 14) as described in chapter

9.6.2:

ExamplesExamples

Examples of diesel locomotives with manual transmission are

the German rail cars VT95 or some shunting locomotives, since

manual transmissions are only practical in vehicles of relatively

low weight and with low maximum speeds.

Fig.7.: Performance of a Diesel Locomotive with Manual Transmission

3.1.5. Electric locomotive3.1.5. Electric locomotive

3.1.5. Electric locomotive

There are different sound types for electric locomotives. On

the one hand the hum of the electric traction motor(s) is audible;

it changes its pitch with the speed similar to diesel-hydraulic

locomotives.

Other electric locomotives generate very dominant fan sounds.

In some electric locomotives the sound of the fan is constant

and therefore the sound does not change during driving.

By and large electric locomotives are not as noisy as other

locomotive types and therefore they are ideal for applying

User Sounds such as the whistle, horn, compressor, etc. (for

more info please refer to chapter 9.5 and 9.6).

Fig.8.: Performance of an Electric Locomotive

3.2. User defined sounds3.2. User defined sounds

3.2. User defined sounds

User-defined sounds („User-Sounds“)

could be horns and whistles, coupler clank,

sanding, etc. These sounds can be

triggered by pressing a function button

on your throttle once you have

programmed them onto the decoder.

Currently LokSound decoders support up

to 16 functions such as head lights, smo-

ke generator, etc. The latest versions of digital command

stations such as the ESU ECoS can fully utilize this range.

LokSound Basics

3.3. Automatic / Random sounds3.3. Automatic / Random sounds

3.3. Automatic / Random sounds

Random Sounds are triggered automatically and irregularly

and can be used for safety valves, fans, compressors, etc.

With the LokProgrammer you can select the time between

Random Sounds (details in chapter 8.5.3).

Other possibilities for triggering sounds automatically such as

squealing brakes are contained in Function Mapping and the

sound schedule (see chapter 9). Such sounds will be triggered

at specific times.

3.4. Digital system / Protocols3.4. Digital system / Protocols

3.4. Digital system / Protocols

In this chapter we list all digital protocols for running model

trains and setting signals and turnouts that are supported by

the LokProgrammer.

3.4.1. DCC (NMRA)3.4.1. DCC (NMRA)

3.4.1. DCC (NMRA)

DCC stands for „Digital Command Control“ and was formulated

as standard by the NMRA (National Model Railroad Association).

In the early stages operation was limited to 14 speed steps and

80 addresses; today up to 10,000 addresses and 128 speed

steps are available.

DCC is downward compatible in terms of control and decoders,

e.g. older decoders can be controlled with up-to-date command

stations / throttles and with certain limitations new decoders

can be operated and programmed with older control devices.

3.4.2. Motorola®3.4.2. Motorola®

3.4.2. Motorola®

The Motorola®-protocol goes back to 1984 is one of the oldest

digital systems for model trains. Due to its age the operational

options are limited.

The Motorola®-protocol can only handle 80 locomotive

addresses with 14 speed steps and besides the headlight function

only four additional function outputs can be controlled (functions

5-8 can be selected with the second Motorola®-address).

Since the Motorola®-protocol is still used in many digital systems

ESU decoders are designed to work with this protocol as well.

3.4.3. M43.4.3. M4

3.4.3. M4

Since 2004 the MFX®-system is on the market. Theoretically

this could run more than 16,000 model locomotives simultaneously

with 128 speed steps.

The LokProgrammer software deals with certain settings

somewhat differently to DCC.

For instance, instead of locomotive addresses the name of the

locomotive has to be entered (e.g.: „class 01“ or „ICE“). The

allocatement of certain parameters to the CVs is also different

to DCC.

Do not use the DCC-CVs mentioned from chapter 3.5 onwards

for M4!

What does M4 mean?What does M4 mean?

What does M4 mean?

At some points in this manual you will notice the term „M4“ for the first

time and rightly wonder what this might mean.

This question can be answered quite simply: from 2009 forward, M4 is the

name of a data protocol that was chosen by ESU to be implemented in

their decoders. Decoders with the M4 protocol are one hundred percent

compatible with command stations using mfx®. At such stations (e.g.

Märklin® Central Station®) they will be recognized automatically and all

playing functions are available just like when using mfx®. On the other

hand, our ESU command stations using M4 will recognize all (Märklin®

and ESU) mfx® decoders without any restrictions and will still work

without any problems. As the (mutual) inventor of mfx® we can assure

you of this.

In short: the technique stays the same, only the name has been changed.

3.4.4. Selectrix®3.4.4. Selectrix®

3.4.4. Selectrix®

Selectrix® is another digital system. In contradiction to DCC

the locomotive addresses are not transmitted individually but in

groups. Thus it is limited to the driving sounds and Random

Sounds but it is not possible to trigger any user defined sounds

(e.g.: a whistle or bell). Selectrix® is almost exclusively used for

N scale and Z scale; therefore it is also supported by the ESU

LokSound micro decoder.

It is important not to confuse these systems when programming

any sounds. For instance is it not possible to store any M4-

project files on a DCC-decoder let alone to replay them.

3.5. CVs3.5. CVs

3.5. CVs

3.5.1. Definition3.5.1. Definition

3.5.1. Definition and applicationand application

and applicationand application

and application

CV stands for „Configuration Variable“. CVs can have values in

bits or bytes. The CVs with bytes can have a range from 0 to

255 while the CVs programmed in bits function as on / off-

switches.

Examples:Examples:

Examples:

CV 63 (sound volume) is a CV that can be programmed byte-

wise with a maximum value of 64. The value 0 means no sound

while 64 stands for maximum sound volume.

In CV 49, bit 0 is a „switch“ for activating load compensation

(as per 8.3.2). Is this bit set to 0, load compensation is deactivated,

is it set to 1, and then load compensation is active.

The NMRA (National Model Railroad Association) has allocateed

certain CVs to certain functions. For instance CV 1 is always

used for the address, CV 5 for the maximum speed.

3.5.2.3.5.2.

3.5.2. Advantages / DisadvantagesAdvantages / Disadvantages

Advantages / DisadvantagesAdvantages / Disadvantages

Advantages / Disadvantages

Digital decoders can be programmed without the need of

comprehensive programming knowledge or equipment. Many

digital command stations also offer internal programming

menus.

Furthermore the programming with bits and bytes requires

little memory space. Programming solely with CVs is not easy to

remember and depending on the type of command station it

can be quite cumbersome.

Furthermore CVs have only limited effect on sounds in LokSound

decoders (e.g.: sound volume). The actual sounds cannot be

adjusted with CVs but depend on the actual sound recording.

In the LokProgrammer software CVs are shown in registers or

as slide controls and can therefore easily be set to the desired

values.

3.6. Further information about LokSound decoders3.6. Further information about LokSound decoders

3.6. Further information about LokSound decoders

3.6.1. General3.6.1. General

3.6.1. General

At the core of a LokSound decoder is a powerful processor. It

is supported by an audio amplifier and a sound memory that

can store up to 130 seconds of sound.

The four channel mixer with active filter can replay four diffe-

rent sounds simultaneously: One channel is reserved for the

driving noises while the other three can be used for User Sounds

(such as bells, whistles, etc.) and Random Sounds (e.g.:

automatic safety valves or shovelling coal). All four channels will

be mixed to one output in the decoder and transmitted to the

speaker.

The memory of the LokSound decoder can be deleted at any

time to make room for new sounds. Thus it is no problem

whatsoever to modify a steam sound decoder into diesel sound.

You can easily do that yourself with the aid of the ESU

LokProgrammer whenever you want to!

Please note: this unimpeded change of sounds is limited to

decoders sold for installation into locomotives by the user.

LokSound decoders that are installed in locomotives by a model

train manufacturer may not always offer this option!

A field at the lower edge of the screen shows the available

memory space during programming (in seconds and bytes) as

well as the total capacity of the particular decoder. Select the

„Sound“ register and then one of the sound displays in order

to see this (also refer to chapter 9.).

If you wish to save some files but do not have enough memory

space on the decoder you may have to delete some sound files

from this project. Alternately you can shorten some of the

sound fragments with your audio-program.

3.6.2. Connecting the speaker3.6.2. Connecting the speaker

3.6.2. Connecting the speaker

The speaker is the end piece of the sound equipment. Of

course we can only install small speakers into our model

locomotives.

Therefore the speaker must meet a very demanding

specification. ESU offers a range of speakers of different size

and for different decoder types.

Please note that the audio output of the LokSound decoder is

designed for 100 Ohm speakers. Speakers with other resistance

values may cause overheating of the amplifier in the decoder

or simply result in lower sound volume.

If you wish to install two speakers in one model it is best to use

two 50 Ohm speakers in series.

Tasks of the LokProgrammer Software

3.6.3. Suitable sounds3.6.3. Suitable sounds

3.6.3. Suitable sounds

ESU offers many different sound files for all sorts of locomotives

on the website www.esu.eu. Please take note of the licensing

conditions mentioned in the appendix regarding the download

of sound files. Of course you can program your own sound

projects on your LokSound decoder.

Generally you may use all files in Windows *.wav-format for

LokSound decoders. WAV is the standard format for storing

sounds of any kind on windows. If the recording is noise, music

or speech makes no difference.

The files can originate from the CD-ROM supplied with the

LokProgrammer, they could be downloaded from the internet

or they could be created by you.

Wave-files can be stored in different levels of sound quality on

the hard disc. The better the sound quality, the more memory

space is required.

In order to achieve optimal sound quality you should use wave

files that match the respective LokSound decoder:

Sampling frequency: 15625 Hz

(corresponds roughly with double

The displayed hearing frequency)

Resolution (corresponds with volume driving steps): 8 Bit

Number of channels: 1 (Mono)

The program automatically converts the files to the suitable

format matching the particular decoder. However, under certain

circumstances this could lead to lower sound quality.

Hint:Hint:

Hint:

It would be best to prepare the wave file by adjusting them to

the above mentioned sampling frequency, resolution and

number of channels matching the corresponding parameters

of the decoder.

Firstly, this helps to save memory space while assuring the best

possible sound quality. Secondly, one can appraise the sounds

best during the preparation phase.

There are a number of programs for generating wave files.

The best known ones are Windows-Media Recorder for

recording sounds and to save them in digital format as *.wav

file on the hard disc. There are also more sophisticated audio

editors that offer professional features such as tone control,

echo, editing, etc.

It is recommended to record sounds with hard discs or other

high fidelity audio recorders in order to achieve a high level of

sound quality. Cassette recorders or even worse dictaphones

are not suitable.

In this manual we cannot provide comprehensive instructions

on how to convert sound to digital files and how to save them

on a hard disc. Please observe the manuals that were supplied

with your PC or with your audio card.

3.6.4.3.6.4.

3.6.4. Supported hardwareSupported hardware

Supported hardwareSupported hardware

Supported hardware

The LokProgrammer software as from version 2.5.0 supports

only the LokProgrammer 53450 „LokProgrammer V3.0“. Using

this software with older versions of the LokProgrammer (e.g.:

50450) is currently not possible.

The number of supported decoders varies subject to the

LokProgrammer version.

The versions as from 2.6.1. support the following ESU-decoders:

• LokSound V3.5 with 8 and 16 MBit memory for 0 scale and H0

scale (DCC and Motorola®)

• LokSound micro for TT and N scale (DCC, Motorola® and

Selectrix®)

• LokSoundXL V3.5 for G and I gauge (DCC and Motorola®)

• LokSound M4 for 0 and H0 scale for the users of Märklin®

systems.

In addition the following (partly older product versions) are

supported:

LokSound V3.0, LokSoundXL V3.0, LokSound2, LokSoundXL

V2.0, LokPilot, LokPilotDCC, LokPilotXL, LokPilotXL DCC.

The LokProgrammer software is subject to continous

development. In order to assure that you always work with the

latest software version you should regularly call up the internet

update facility. Whenever a new version with extended

functionality and bug fixing is available it will be placed in the

download section on our website.

The appearance on the screen may change subject to the

features of a specific decoder. Therefore in certain cases only

some of the features described here will be active or even

more options may be available. Please always refer to the

manual supplied with the decoder.

4. Purpose of the LokProgrammer software

In the following chapters the program functions of the

LokProgrammer will be described. First the general functions

and then the more special possibilities of adjusting ESU decoders

(LokPilot and LokSound).

The appropriate CV in the DCC protocol for each option will be

named as well as which setting is supported by which ESU

decoder. LP stands for LokPilot, LS for LokSound.

Please bear in mind that you can only fully utilize the potential

features of a decoder with the latest firmware.

4.1. Overview4.1. Overview

4.1. Overview

•Setting / changing of all parameters of ESU decoders: all options

can be set comfortably on the PC. Of course it is still possible to

manually adjust any CV via digital command stations such as

the ESU ECoS-command station.

•Modification of sound files, that are stored on an ESU LokSound

module: it is possible to change all sound files on the LokSound

module at any time, e.g. also at a later stage. Thus you can

compose your own sounds using anything as source that can

be saved on your PC: locomotive sounds, music, speech, etc.

There are no limits to what you can do.

It is for instance easily possible to change the sounds from a

steam locomotive to a diesel or electric locomotive - or vice

versa.

• Test new ESU sounds: With the aid of the virtual cab (see

chapter 6) you can test decoders on the programming track.

4. 2. Assistant4. 2. Assistant

4. 2. Assistant

As soon as the software is started the assistant window pops

up on the monitor. This enables you to call up the most important

functions of the program. Subject to which function you select

the appropriate window appears immediately. With the help

of the assistant you can deal with important tasks easily and

quickly.

The assistant helps you to carry out the following tasks:

• To read out decoder data for comfortable evaluation and

modification.

• To completely modify the sound files of a decoder in order to

easily change a steam sound decoder into one for a diesel

locomotive.

• To generate a completely new project

• To open an already saved project.

In order to do this, select the desired option and follow the

instructions in the small window

Fig.9. Assistant

5. Main screen

5.1. Registers5.1. Registers

5.1. Registers

According to the different tasks of the program it is divided into

different registers and menus. Figure 10 shows the main screen

of the LokProgrammer software and its main components:

•Virtual Cab: Here you can test decoders in an easy manner

•Modifying CV’s: individual adjustment of CVs provided the

decoder supports DCC (NMRA).

•Decoder: for comfortable programming of ESU decoders with

a graphic display

•Sound: this serves for modifying sounds or to generate new

sound compositions for LokSound decoders.

Fig.10.: Main screen

5.2. T5.2. T

5.2. Task barask bar

ask barask bar

ask bar

Fig.11.: Task bar

•File: in this menu you can do the following with projects:

Generate a new project,

load resp. „open“ a new project, save a project

Please note that all files of the LokProgrammer software version

2.6.6. can only be opened and changed when software version

2.6.6. is used!

You can also call up the internet update facility (refer to 2.5)

and close the LokProgrammer software.

During „Saving“ all data, settings and sound files will be written

into the project file. Project files are saved with the ending

„.esu“.

• Programmer: here you can read and write decoder data and

read sound files and allocatement of addresses. Extended

decoder data such as type of decoder and version number of

the firmware can also be read here.

Fig.12.: Menu „Programmer“

•Editing: in this menu you can enter additional info such as the

name of the locomotive or a photo and description of the

locomotive. It is also possible to convert LokSound 2 project files

into the current format of the LokProgrammer. After this

procedure you may have to check the CV values since not all

CVs can be transferred.

•Settings: here you can determine the project directory and the

programming language (German or English). Please note that

the new language only operates after restarting the program.

•Help: here you can open this manual and obtain other

information on this software

5.3. T5.3. T

5.3. Tool barool bar

ool barool bar

ool bar

„Add Sound File“. This button is only active when a sound file

was selected in the window „Folder“ or at the „Sound“ register.

„Delete Sound File“. This button is only active when a sound

file was selected in the window „Project Sound“ or at the

„Sound“ register.

„Play Sound File“ for testing purposes. This button is active

when a sound file was selected.

„Play Sound File continuously“. This button is active when a

sound file was selected. This type of replay is useful for sound

loops (driving noises).

„Stop Playing Sound Loop“. This button is active when a sound

file was selected.

It is possible to first listen to sounds on your PC prior to adding

them to a project. Mark the file you want to listen to in the

window „Folder“ (in the window „Sound“ / „Schedule“ in the

lower half of the left column). Then click onto

or .

To finish click onto .In this manner you can also listen to

sounds that are already contained in the list „Project Sounds“.

„Read Decoder Data“: Prior to changing any data on the

decoder it is advisable to read out all decoder data. Place the

locomotive on the programming track and make sure the

programming track is correctly connected.

Then click onto „Read CVs of the Decoder“ in the task bar at

the top of the screen. Alternately you can select the command

„Read out Decoder Data …“ in the menu „Programmer“. The

program starts to read the data immediately. Please be patient,

this process may take one or two minutes.

The status is displayed in the progress bar.

Should the program not be able to read the data please refer

to chapter 13.1.

„Write Decoder Data“: The CVs contained in the project file

will be written onto the decoder connected to the

LokProgrammer. Click „Continue“ in the window that opens

first in order to write the CVs.

All data on the decoder will be replaced by the new data.

Main Screen

Virtual Driver’s Cab

„Write Sound Files“: This button enables you to write the sound

files contained in the project file onto the decoder connected

to the LokProgrammer. Click „Continue“ in the window that

opens first in order to write the sound files. Depending on the

size of the file and the size of the memory this may take up to

10 minutes.

Please bear in mind, that you have to write the CVs once

again, if you have made any changes.

„Write Address Allocations“. Any data contained in the project

file regarding the allocation (e.g.: sound slots to function buttons)

will be written onto the decoder.

The following fields next to the tool bar are of purely informa-

tive character:

This field shows the decoder type connected to the

LokProgrammer. In this example it is a LokSound decoder version

3.5. Of course you can work with any LokSound decoders (as

from LokSound 2 upwards), as well as LokPilot-types in DCC

(NMRA), Motorola®, M4 and Selectrix ®.

This field shows the size of the sound memory of the decoder.

Depending on the type this could be 1Mbit, 2Mbit, 4 Mbit

(LokSound 2), 8Mbit or 16Mbit (LokSound 3.5).

6. Virtual driver’s cab

With the aid of the virtual cab you can test decoders. You can

run the locomotive and trigger all functions. Therefore you can

test run your locomotive on the programming track with the

LokProgrammer.

Fig.13.: Virtual Driver’s Cab

There are some limitations, though: the LokProgrammer limits

the permitted current to about 400 mA. Should the motor of

the locomotive draw a higher current then the over current

protection will be triggered and the power to the programming

track will be shut off. This is indicated by the blinking yellow

LED on the LokProgrammer. In this case deactivate the virtual

cab and then turn it on again.

All other functions in this register are self explanatory: You can

enter the address and the number of speed steps. Please make

sure that the speed steps matches the ones set on the

LokProgrammer.

The LokProgrammer can run locomotives in DCC format, as

from version 2.5 also in the Motorola® format. Due to the

hardware the LokProgrammer cannot handle M4. Test your

M4 projects in the Motorola® format.

Please check that your programming track is fully isolated from

the mainline of your layout prior to turning on the virtual cab.

Should there be any electrical bridge it could damage the

LokProgrammer (also refer to 2.2.)!

Activate the locomotive for the test run by clicking the field

„Activate Cab“.

Control the speed of the locomotive with the slide throttle.

Clicking into the appropriate fields turns functions on and off.

Up to function F12 you may also press the numbers on your

computer keyboard.

Please bear in mind that running a locomotive with the

LokProgrammer cannot and should not substitute a command

station: due to the limited power of the power pack you will

not be able to run more than one locomotive at any one time.

The virtual cab simply gives you the opportunity to quickly test

run your locomotive.

7. Edit CVs

In the register „Edit CVs“ you can read or write individual CVs.

Select the register „Read / Write CVs“.

Fig.14.: Subwindow „Edit CVs“

Read a CV:

• Enter the number of the CV you want to read in the upper

data entry field.

• Press the button „Read CVs“.

• The result will be shown in binary and decimal format.

Write a CV:

• Enter the number of the CV you want to write in the field at

the top.

• Write the new value of the CV in the lower data entry field.

• Click onto the button „Write CVs“.

• The CV will be overwritten with the new value.

You can also read out the manufacturer’s code. Simply click

onto „Read Data“.

Please bear in mind that any changes made here are not

automatically displayed under „Decoder“. You must first read

out the decoder data (also refer to chapter 5.3).

You will find a comprehensive list of CVs in 13.1.

8. The „decoder“ register

All settings regarding the motor control part of the decoder

are handled in the „Decoder“ register. Please note that this

only be displayed in this field after you have generated a new

project, opened an existing project or read out a decoder.

Projects are an image of all data stored on a decoder.

Fig.15.: The „Decoder“ register

The buttons that let you go to the different options are on the

left of the screen. Besides movement and sound behaviour you

can adjust specific settings such as brake mode, address, etc.

On the following pages we will explain the parameters and

options.

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