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ESU LokSound 5 58420 Premium Sound Decoder
Premium DCC decoder with 8-pin interface, no speaker
Dimensions:
Decoder: 30 mm x 15.5 mm x 5mm(6mm at one high spot).
Free uploading of ESU Sound Project (V4.0 sounds can be used as well) , see:
http://projects.esu.eu/
Please leave a note with the ESU sound project number when checking out otherwise the decoder will be send out with a test sound only.
The LokSound 5 is the most important member of the LokSound family. Due to the combination of the digital decoder and the sound module on one circuit board we achieve the smallest possible dimensions of 30 mm x 15.5 mm. Therefore it fits into almost any H0 or 0 gauge locomotive.LokSound 5 decoders are available with all popular interface types and are supplied with a sugar cube speaker (11 mm x 15 mm) and a sound enclosure. Operating modesIt supports DCC and DC operations. Of course it supports 14 through to 128 speed steps as well as 2 and 4 digit addresses in DCC format and up to 32 functions. Thanks to RailComPlus the decoders register themselves fully automatically on suitable command stations. This decoder supports all DCC programming modes and thanks to RailCom you may read out the CV values on the main, provided you have a command station supporting RailCom. There are utility registers for command stations that only facilitate programming of CVs ranging from 1 to 255.
The LokSound 5 decoder supports the Mrklin braking sections just as well as the ZIMO HLU braking commands or the Lenz ABC system. Braking with DCC brake generators or with DC is also possible. Furthermore the locomotive with a LokSound will come to a halt when a Selectrix braking diode is switched into the circuit. The ABC push-pull feature enables the automatic commuting between two stations.The LokSound 5 decoder is also suitable for analogue DC layouts.SoundThe LokSound 5 decoder can reproduce up to 10 channels simultaneously. Each channel offers up to 16 Bit / 31250 kHz and thus we have finally achieved hi-fi sound quality on your layout. For all practical purposes one cannot detect any difference to the original. A class D audio power amplifier with up to 3W output power feeds the speakers with a permitted impedance of 4 32 Ohms. The huge 128 MBit sound memory assures sufficient storage capacity.The volume of all individual sound fragments may be adjusted separately. The outstandingly flexible sound engine without a rigid flow chart facilitates a prototypical simulation of all conceivable rail vehicles. Three separately adjustable braking functions and two alternative load scenarios provide you with maximum control of your vehicles.FunctionsWe are quite aware that you want your locomotives to be as realistic as possible. Therefore we have packed many function outputs into it. Subject to the type of interface every LokSound 5 has at least 10 amplified outputs. The decoders with PluX22 or 21MTC interface have an additional 4 outputs for controlling servos or as logic outputs. Of course, all important lighting functions are supported. The brightness of each output may be adjusted separately. The decoder supports the automatic push and pull movements known as the coupler waltz – required for reliable operation of digital couplers such as the ones by ROCO and Krois as well as Telex couplers. Motor controlMotor control of the LokSound 5 has been further improved. A variable PWM pulse frequency ranging from 10 kHz to 50 kHz assures perfect silent operation, particularly for coreless motors. Thus the typical hum is a thing of the past. Load control can now be adjusted with up to 10 separate CVs and thus will manage even the most difficult cases. The unique Auto Tune function facilitates the automatic calibration of the decoder to perfectly match the motor. The LokSound 5 decoder supplies up to 1.5A motor current, which is quite sufficient even for older motor types.
Some comments from Martin:
1) If you require the Multi-language feature and the speaker please have a look at the LokSound 5 ESU 58429 offered in a separate listing.
2) For better results use a 4 Ohms speaker system (e.g. 2 Sugar cubes in parallel), like the new ESU kit 50340.
3) For even better results I can supply a custom speaker with one or two (smaller or larger) speakers in a 3D printed custom made enclosure. All I need are the dimensions in w x l x h, cost for a single speaker is $25 and a dual speaker $30 (See separate listings).
4) These new LokSound 5 have many new features, for example you can select many different individual sounds (different brake sounds, bells, air horns, etc), set the notching steps on diesel sounds and have different load and brake scenarios. Also the set of motor tuning parameters has been updated. But you can get all the benefits only when the decoder is matched and tuned to your individual loco. To do this ‘by hand’ is almost impossible and I highly recommend to use the ESU Programmer ESU 53451 for this purpose for you to get the best out of your loco. Done right the results can be amazing, even with older/cheaper locos.
Included in the price:
– Postage (shipped in CD mailer without the original box/manual).
– Uploading of ESU sound project.
– Tested and fitted with the latest firmware prior shipping.
– 2 Year factory warranty (we are an official ESU retailer).
– After sales service and advice.
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