Esu navigator User manual

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Instruction manual
DCC version
First edition, March 2010
ESU Navigator
ESU P/N 01010-08582

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Content
1. Important Remarks - Please read this section first.....3
2. Content of package .............................................4
3. Introduction – What can the Navigator do? ..........4
3.1. System architecture...............................................4
3.1.1. Handheld controller............................................4
3.1.2. Base unit............................................................4
3.1.2.1. Fan control...................................................... 4
3.1.3. IR receiver ..........................................................4
3.2. Controlling locomotives.........................................4
3.3. Data formats.........................................................4
3.3.2. DCC-Format ...................................................... 4
3.5. Consisting.............................................................4
3.6. Accessories with magnetic drives (solenoids)..........4
3.7. Adjusting locomotive parameters ..........................4
3.7.1. Programming track.............................................4
3.7.2. Programming On the Main.................................5
4. Unpacking & Installation.......................................5
4.1. IR receiver .............................................................5
4.1.1. Additional IR receivers ........................................ 5
4.2. Power supply ........................................................5
4.2.1. Power supply .....................................................5
4.2.2. Setting the input voltage and output voltage......6
4.2.2.1. Practical voltage settings .................................6
4.3. Track connection ...................................................6
4.3.1. Wiring two-conductor tracks.............................. 6
4.4. Wiring the programming track .............................. 6
4.5. ECoSlink ...............................................................7
5. Control elements..................................................7
5.1. Base unit ..............................................................7
5.2. Handheld controller...............................................7
5.2.1. Inserting batteries ..............................................8
5.2.2. LCD display ........................................................ 8
5.2.3. Menu displays .................................................... 9
6. Controlling locomotives........................................9
6.1. Enter a new locomotive in the locomotive list........ 9
6.2. Running locomotives.............................................9
6.3. Navigating in the locomotive list............................9
6.3.1. Scroll with the joystick........................................9
6.3.2. Manual address entry.......................................10
6.4. Editing locomotives ............................................. 10
6.4.1. Name...............................................................10
6.4.2. Symbol............................................................. 10
6.4.3. Data format .....................................................10
6.4.4. Function mapping ............................................ 10
6.5. Deleting locomotives...........................................10
7. Consists .............................................................11
7.1. Add locomotives to consists ................................11
7.2. Running consists .................................................11
7.3. Removing a locomotive form a consist.................11
7.4. Deleting consists .................................................11
8. Switching accessories .........................................11
8.1. Assigning the quick selection button ................... 11
8.2. Using hotkeys .....................................................11
9. Programming .....................................................12
9.1. DCC-Programming.............................................. 12
9.1.1. Direct Mode (CV-Mode) ...................................12
9.1.2. Programming on the Main (POM).....................12
9.1.4. Writing locomotive addresses........................... 12
9.1.4.1. DCC Main (POM) ..........................................12
9.1.4.2. DCC - programming track.............................12
9.1.5. Reading the locomotive address ......................12
9.1.6. Programming on the programming track .........13
9.1.7. Programming on the Main (POM) ....................13
9.3. Programming accessories ....................................13
9.3.1. Programming the ESU SwitchPilot ....................13
10. Configuration menu.........................................14
10.1. ID of the base unit ...........................................14
10.2. Handheld controller ID .....................................14
10.3. System informationen .......................................14
10.3.1. Name of the base unit.................................... 14
10.3.2. Serial number of the base unit........................14
10.3.3. Software status of the base unit.....................14
10.3.4. Name of the handheld controller....................14
10.3.5. Software version of the handheld controller ... 14
10.3.6. Current monitor.............................................14
10.4. Joystick delay ....................................................14
10.4.1. For locomotive control....................................14
10.4.2. In menus........................................................14
10.5. Joystick speed ..................................................14
10.5.1. For acceleration of locomotives ......................14
10.5.2. In menus........................................................14
10.6. Backlight...........................................................14
10.6.1. Brightness ...................................................... 14
10.6.2. Switch-on time............................................... 14
10.7. Emergency stop configuration...........................14
10.8. Automatic track power cut-off .......................... 14
11. Resetting to factory default values....................15
11.1. Handheld controller...........................................15
11.2. Base unit...........................................................15
12. Extending the system .......................................15
12.1. Additional handheld controllers ........................15
12.1.1. Data synchronisation......................................15
12.1.2. Taking over locomotives .................................15
12.2. Coupling the Navigator with the ECoS ..............15
13. Using several base units in one room................16
13.1. Setting the ID of the base unit...........................16
14. ESU Support.....................................................16
14.1. ESU Forum ........................................................ 16
14.2. Technical hotline ...............................................16
15. Warranty certificate..........................................18
16. Annex ..............................................................19
16.1. Technical data ...................................................19

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1. Important Remarks - Please read this section first
We congratulate you to your purchase of an ESU Navigator.
The Navigator will ease your approach to the world of modern,
intelligent model train controls. You will experience how easy
it is to run trains and other devices on your layout and disco-
ver new undreamt-of possibilities for your hobby thanks to a
unique variety of functions.
Please read this manual carefully prior to initial operation. Alt-
hough the Navigator is robustly constructed there is the risk of
damage due to incorrect wiring. If in doubt, avoid any „costly”
experiments!
•The Navigator is only intended for the use with electrical
model train layouts. Never operate the Navigator without
paying attention and never use it for controlling devices de-
signed for transporting persons.
•TheNavigatorisnotatoy.Makesurethatchildrenusethis
device only when adults are present.
•Only use the power supply providedfor Navigator: Other
transformers may lead to reduced output or in extreme ca-
ses to damage of the command station.
•UsethepowersupplyprovidedwiththeNavigatorforthe
energy supply for the Navigator only.
•NeveruseY-adaptersinordertoprovidepowertootherdevices
for your model trains! An unintended connection to ground
could lead to damage or destruction of your The Navigator!
•Check the power supply regularly for damage on the
housing or the mains cable. Damaged parts may not be
used under any circumstances! Do not attempt to repair the
power supply! This may be fatal!
•Assure adequate ventilation of the power supply. Do not
install in furniture without sufficient air circulation since this
could lead to overheating or fire!
•TheNavigator mayonlybeoperatedwiththedevicesde-
scribed in this manual.
•OnlyconnectdevicesintendedforthispurposetotheNaviga-
tor. Even if other devices (also from other suppliers) may have
the same plugs and sockets does this not automatically indi-
cate that such devices may be operated with The Navigator.
•Adheretothewiringdiagramsshowninthismanualwhen
connecting your layout. Other circuitry could lead to dama-
ge of the Navigator.
•DonotdropyourtheNavigatorcommandstationorsubject
it to mechanical impact or vibrations.
•Never expose your the Navigator to rain, humidity or di-
rect sunlight. In case of high temperature variations. When
using The Navigator outside you must protect it from the
elements under all circumstances! Only keep The Navigator
outside as long as you run trains and avoid temperatures
below 8° Celsius or above 30° Celsius.
•Do not use any aggressive chemicals, cleaning solutions
or solvents for cleaning the Navigator. Never use liquids or
spray for cleaning the monitor. Instead use a clean slightly (!)
moist cloth and only when The Navigator is switched off.
•DonotattempttoopentheNavigator.Inappropriatehand-
ling may lead to damage of the command station.
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2. Content of package
Please check that all items are contained in the package imme-
diately after opening it. The following components should be
inthepackage:
•Navigatorhandheldcontroller
•Navigatorbaseunit
•IRreceiver
•IRextensionmodulewithsocketsforfourexternalIRreceivers
•4Rechargeablebatteriesmicro(sizeAAA)
•Lanyard
•Cablewith3.5mmplugfortheprogrammingtrack
•Double-poleterminalfortrackconnection(mainline)
•Switchablepowersupply90VA,15V-21V
•FlyingleadwithEuroplug-topformainsconnection
•(This)manual
Should any one of these parts be missing please contact your
dealer immediately from whom you purchased the Navigator.
3. Introduction – What can the Navigator do?
The Navigator has been developed for model train enthusiasts
with smaller or medium sized layouts who do not want to for-
go modern controls. Due to its bi-directional Infrared techno-
logy the Navigator provides you with the freedom of wireless
control!
3.1. System architecture
The Navigator is a modular system consisting of several com-
ponents.
3.1.1. Handheld controller
The handheld controller operates with infrared wireless com-
munication to the receiver. You may be as far away as 7 meters
from the receiver while still enjoying reliable control of your
layout. Due to the wide angle infrared optics there is no need
to aim accurately at the receiver as long as there are no obs-
tructions in the line of sight between the handheld controller
and the receiver.
The well balanced housing with its central, backlit display rests
comfortably in your hand and enables you to have direct access
to speed control as well as the first 10 functions of the current-
ly controlled locomotive. The unique joystick provides smooth
speed control by simply using your thumb.
The Navigator is supplied with 4 “AAA” size batteries or re-
chargeable batteries and can be carried with the supplied cord
around your neck.
3.1.2. Base unit
The receiver unit contains the complete command station in-
cluding a booster for powering the mainline, a programming
track output and a computer interface. The ECoSlink socket
for the later connection to an ECoS rounds off the equipment.
The Navigator offers 3.5A current for the mainline and thus
provides enough power even for coaches with interior lighting.
The stabilised voltage output can be adjusted to the required
level to suit the scale and assures trouble free train operations.
In order to read out and reprogram decoder parameters you
simply run your locomotive onto the programming track.
For linking the Navigator to a PC it has a USB interface. Thus
you can control your trains and turnouts with your PC as well.
3.1.2.1. Fan control
Each Navigator contains a fan to cool the circuitry that starts
automatically once a certain temperature is reached. As soon
as the temperature has dropped to normal levels again, the fan
will be automatically switched off.
Whenever you turn on the Navigator the fan will work for
about 3.5 seconds. This serves as function control and is there-
fore not a fault.
3.1.3. IR receiver
Normally the IR receiver is plugged onto the base unit. It facili-
tates the connection between the base unit and the handheld
controller. It must be placed in such a way that there is always
an uninterrupted line of sight between the two devices. Due
to its special wide angle optics it almost covers a solid angle
of 180 degrees.
Should the IR receiver have to be located further away from
the base unit - perhaps due to space limitations – then an
extension cable must be used. For enlarging the range up to 5
IR receivers can be used in one system.
3.2. Controlling locomotives
The Navigator enables you to run up to 40 DCC locomotives.
Subject to the decoder type it supports up to 21 functions for
each locomotive and can handle up to 9999 addresses. Of
course you can assign a specific name and symbol to each lo-
comotive.
3.3. Data formats
3.3.2. DCC-Format
The DCC standards published by the North American NMRA
(National Model Railroad Association) is based on a develop-
ment by the German company Lenz® Elektronik.
In DCC-format up to 10.239 addresses, up to 21 functions and
up to 128 speed steps are encoded. In practice only 126 speed
steps can be used, the others are reserved for the emergency
stop function. The absolute direction of travel is also encoded.
How many of these addresses, functions and speed steps are
actually available depends on the type of decoder and the com-
mand station. The Navigator supports currently all known DCC
formats.
We differentiate between 14, 28 and 128 speed steps. In the
latter case 126 speed steps can actually be utilised.
Subject to the mode in which you want to run your DCC lo-
comotive please select „DCC14”, „DCC28” or „DCC128” as
data format.
Please bear in mind, that the information regarding the speed
steps transmitted by the Navigator has to correspond with the
speed step setting of the decoder. A data packet for „DCC14”
is for instance identical to one for „DCC28”, but will be „un-
derstood” differently by the decoder. If the settings do not cor-
respond then the headlights of the locomotive will blink slowly
while the locomotive is accelerating.
If you are not sure which DCC modes are supported by your
decoder try DCC 28 first. This is the compulsory mode as sta-
ted by the NMRA. All ESU DCC decoders detect the number
of speed step automatically. You may just as well start with
DCC 128.
3.5. Consisting
ConsistsdonotrepresentaproblemfortheNavigator:itsup-
ports consists of up to 6 locomotives. You can access all func-
tions of each locomotive even in consist mode. This is useful
if you want to blow the horn of the leading locomotive, for
instance. You can also select the type of consist to suit your
preference:a“UniversalConsist”isstoredinthebaseunit:the
Navigator transmits individual signals to each locomotive of the
consist in quick succession so they work perfectly in unison.
Thus you can also form consists with locomotives and decoders
that do not support consist addresses.
Of course all locomotives of a consist should have more or less
similar running characteristics. Match the locomotive parame-
ters by changing acceleration times and maximum speeds prior
to adding them to a consist.
3.6. Accessories with magnetic drives (solenoids)
As you would expect from a modern command station such
as the Navigator it is also suitable for switching turnouts and
signals. You may operate up to 100 DCC accessories.
Certain Roco® accessory decoders behave like locomotive de-
coders so they can also be controlled with the Lokmaus® 2.
Such decoders can only be controlled with the Navigator if they
can be switched into a DCC compatible mode.
3.7. Adjusting locomotive parameters
From time to time it may be necessary in digital operations to
adjust certain decoder parameters. The Navigator supports you
in this task by its clearly structured user interface.
On the programming track one can read out and adjust all CVs
of DCC decoders. Similarly all registers (01-80) of programma-
ble Motorola® decoders (e.g. Märklin® mfx® decoders) can
be adjusted.
3.7.1. Programming track
The programming track must be completely (!) isolated from
the rest of the layout and must be wired directly to the pro-
gramming track output of the Navigator.
There should always be only one loco on the programming
track at any point in time. You may read out and write new
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values. All DCC decoders are suitable for programming on the
programming track as well as programmable Motorola® deco-
ders (e.g. LokSound M4, LokPilot M4). DCC decoders cannot
only be completely re-programmed on the programming track;
it is also possible to read the values.
3.7.2. Programming On the Main
DCC decoders can be re-programmed directly on the main
(also known as „Programming On Main“ or „POM“). The great
advantage is that any new settings can be monitored while
running the loco and without having to take it to the program-
ming track.
4. Unpacking & Installation
Place the Navigator on a flat, clean and dry surface within sight
of your model train layout. The IR receiver located at the base
unit must always be linked to the handheld controller by a di-
rect line of sight. Therefore you should locate your base unit
preferably near your favourite position in front of the layout.
Nomatterwhereyouare:youmustalwaysbeabletoseethe
IR receiver. Also make sure that the base unit is placed safely
on a solid support.
4.1. IR receiver
The IR extension module must be inserted at the top of the
base unit. Please make sure that the pins of the plug are loca-
ted properly and are not bent!
The actual IR receiver is then plugged in at the top of the IR ex-
tension module. The wide angle optics assures that the signal
from the handheld controller will be received reliably even if
the latter is located almost 180 degrees sideways.
4.1.1. Additional IR receivers
In many cases the IR receiver cannot cover the entire train room
due to the shape of the layout. Therefore you can add another
four IR receivers in parallel mode to the base unit. The IR re-
ceiver with the ESU part number 50303 is supplied complete
with an extension cable. This cable is plugged into one of the
four sockets of the IR extension module. The IR receiver may be
mounted at any suitable location in the room. Two slots at the
back provide for easy mounting.
Figure 1
Figure 2
4.2. Power supply
The Navigator gets its power via a 2.1mm DC-socket. The se-
condary voltage corresponds with the track voltage; voltage sta-
bilising or adjustments take place within the power supply, not
within the command station. The Navigator has its own internal
protective circuitry for under-voltage and overload (-current).
a) 2.1 mm DC socket for the power supply
b) 3.5mm telephone jack for the programming track
c) Track power (main line)
d) ECoSlink extension socket
e) not fitted. The USB interface is not available at this time
g) Sockets for IR receiver (4 individual sockets)
h) Mounting slots for IR receiver
4.2.1. Power supply
A power supply with the following characteristics is delivered
withtheNavigator:
VIn: 100V–240VAC,50/60Hz
Inputcurrent: 1.8Amax.
VOut: adjustablefrom15V-21VDC,stabilised
Outputcurrent: 5Amax.
Plug: DCplug,2.1mm,1.8myinglead
a) Power-LED (red)
b) Output socket (low voltage)
c) Main socket
Unpacking & Installation
Figure 3
a) c)b) d) e)
g)
h)
Figure 4
a)
c)
b)

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•Please use the power supply providedwith the Navigator
solely for powering the Navigator. Do not use it for other
household appliances.
•Checkthepowersupplyregularlyforanyvisibledamageof
the housing or the mains cable. Damaged parts may never
be used! Do not attempt to repair the power supply! Extre-
me danger – risk of fatal injury!
•Makesurethereissufcientventilationaroundthepower
supply. Mounting in furniture without air circulation may
lead to overheating of even fire!
•Firstconnectthemainscablewiththe appropriatesocket
of the power pack and then plug it into a suitable power
outlet.
•Never use V adapters for connecting the power pack to
other devices besides the command station! This could
cause an inadmissible contact to ground that could lead to
the destruction of your command station!
4.2.2. Setting the input voltage and output voltage
The power pack generates a stabilised voltage that serves to
power your model train layout. The output voltage must be
adjusted to the appropriate value subject to the scale of your
trains.
For this purpose there is a small, round opening at the front of
the power pack that allows you to set the voltage with the aid
ofascrewdriver:
Lefthandlimit: ca.14.5V
Righthandlimit: ca.21.5V
4.2.2.1. Practical voltage settings
Werecommendthefollowingsettingsforthedifferentscales:
• Ngauge:   15V-16V
• H0DC(DCC):  16V-18V
• H0three-rail-system: 18V-20V
• 1gauge:   18V-21V
• Ggauge:   20V-21V
The integral current monitor shows you the corresponding out-
put voltage. With the aid of this monitor you can determine
Figure 5
14V 21V
the desired voltage precisely. It is explained in greater detail in
chapter 12.3.6.
Werecommendproceedingasfollows:
• Startyourcommandstation
• Openthecurrentmonitor
• Turntheadjustmentwheelslowlyuntilthedesiredvoltage
is displayed.
4.3. Track connection
The tracks are connected via a two-way socket with a remo-
vable plug. Please make sure you us cables of adequate size
for your track power. We recommend wires of at least 1.5mm²
(better:2.5mm²)crosssection.Inlargerlayoutsconnecttrack
power every two meters to the tracks.
The Navigator uses an H4-bridge (full bridge) for the track po-
wer. Therefore with the Navigator – contrary to older Märklin®
systems - there is no „Common” (Ground).
•Neverconnectanotherdigitalsystemoranaloguetransfor-
mer to the same circuit as Navigator. Your Navigator may be
damaged or destroyed!
•Removeallcapacitorsthatmaypossiblyhavenbeenwired
to the track power supply cable in your layout. They would
cause a strong heat build-up of Navigator and impair the
power output. Almost in every connecting track in an ana-
logue starter kit are resp. were capacitors installed.
4.3.1. Wiring two-conductor tracks
Wiring takes place as shown. Polarity is not an issue (for DCC
or Selectrix®).
Unpacking & Installation
Figure 6
B 0
2-conductor
track
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4.4. Wiring the programming track
The base unit has a separate 3.5mm telephone jack for the
programming track providing a maximum current of 0.5A.
Connect a separate piece of track isolated from the rest of the
layout to the base unit using the supplied cable. Storage tracks
are best suited for this purpose.
This track must be insulated on both sides from the layout –
During programming the insulating gaps may not be bridged
(boogies, coaches with interior lighting, etc).
Whenever the programming track is not in use an internal relay
in the Navigator switches this track to the main line. Program-
ming track and main line are synchronised. Thus you may run
your locos onto the programming track and then re-program
them. Only when you have started the programming proce-
dure separate signals will be transmitted to the programming
track.
There should always be only one loco or coach with decoder
on the programming track to avoid unintended programming
of another vehicle. After finishing the programming procedu-
re remove the loco form the programming track. Otherwise
„parked” locos could be re-programmed unintentionally.
Figure 8
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Main track
Programming
track
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4.5. ECoSlink
You can connect the base unit via the ECoSlink socket to an
ECoS command station. The cable required is available from
ESU under the part number 50305. Please make sure the cable
is properly inserted into the sockets.
In order to prevent any wrong connections the number of pins
differs between the two ends. Only use original ESU cables and
observe the correct orientation of the plugs. Never use force
because this could lead to bending and thus damage of the
pins!
Figure 9
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5. Control elements
The Navigator is solely operated by means of handheld control-
lers. The actual unit has only very few control elements.
5.1. Base unit
EachIRreceiverhastwostatusLEDs:
a)Trackstatus: ON,wheneverthereispoweratthetracks.
OFF, whenever the “Stop“ button has been
pressed.
BLINKS in case of a short circuit.
b)DATA: Blinksinirregularintervals,wheneverdataare
transmitted between handheld controller and
base unit.
Blinks quickly in regular intervals, whenever
there is no contact between a handheld cont-
roller and the base unit.
5.2. Handheld controller
Thehandheldcontrollerhasthefollowingbuttons(Fig.11):
Control elements
Figure 10
a) b)
b)
a)
c)
d)
Figure 11
e)
i)
g)
h) f)
a) LCDdisplay:displayofallrelevantinformation.
b) Joystick:thejoystickmovesintwodirections:vertical()
and horizontal ().
When a locomotive is called up, the speed can be increased
or lowered with (). () selects the next locomotive re-
spectively the previous one form the locomotive choice list.
In menus you can scroll or enter numbers with ().
c) Menubuttons:thefunctionsofthemenubuttonsdepend
on the displayed symbol directly above each button.
d) Mode selection button: for changing between the two
mainmodesofthehandheldcontroller:
 Locomotivecontrolmode:thethrottledisplaysthelocomo-
tive that is currently called up.
 Turnoutmode:thecontrollerdisplaysinformationregarding
the control of accessories (turnouts and signals).
e) Changeof direction:this button changesthe directionof
travel of the selected locomotive while in the locomotive
control mode.
f) Stopbutton:Triggers anemergencystop.Theaction trig-
gered by the stop button can be set as described in chapter
12.7.
g) Functionbuttons:thesebuttonsactivatethefunctionsF1to
F10 in the locomotive control mode.
h) Lightingbutton:turnsontheheadlights(F0)oftheselec-
ted locomotive.
i) Shiftbutton:whentheshiftbuttonisactiveinlocomotive
control mode then the functions F11 to F20 can be activa-
ted.
j) On/Offswitch:thisslideswitchservestoturnonthehand-
held controller. In the ON position it is closer to the centre
of the handheld controller.
k) Batterycompartments:twobatterieseachcanbeinserted
on the left and the right.
l) Infraredunit:theinfrared(IR)transmitterandreceiversare
located behind the tinted glass cover.
l)
j)
k) k)

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5.2.1. Inserting batteries
The Navigator needs four batteries or rechargeable batteries of
the “Micro” type (known as “AAA” or LR03 or MN2400).
When purchasing rechargeable batteries consider buying the
chargeratthesametime:theNavigatordoesnotrechargebat-
teries during operation.
Wheninsertingthebatteriesyouproceedasfollows:
a) Hold the handheld controller with its back facing upwards
and press the clips near the top end of the respective bat-
tery compartment lid with your finger nail or a ball pen in-
wards.
b) Tilt the lid of the battery compartment outwards and pull it
off without bending the retaining clips too strongly.
Figure 12
Figure 13
c) Insert the batteries in the appropriate position (please ob-
serve the correct polarity). The correct polarity is printed in-
side. The “+“pole of the battery is always the end with the
“button”.
d) Close the lid in the reverse order until it is firmly arrested.
5.2.2. LCD display
The screen of the Navigator handheld controller displays vari-
ous symbols subject to the operating mode (Fig. 14).
a) Activatedfunctionbuttons:asymbolonthescreenindica-
tes that this function is switched ON.
b) Headlights:thesymbolisdisplayediftheheadlights(F0)are
turned ON
c) Shiftbutton:thesymbolisdisplayediftheshiftbuttonhas
been pressed
d) Consist:indicatesthataconsisthasbeencalleduporthat
the selected locomotive is part of a consist.
Abb. 14
Control elements
e) Locomotive control: is displayed when the locomotive is
controlled by another handheld controller. It blinks if ano-
ther handheld controller (player) wants to take over this lo-
comotive.
f) ECoSmode:indicatesthattheNavigatoriscontrolledbyan
ECoS command station (refer to chapter 13.2.)
g) Emergencystop:isdisplayedif theoperatorhastriggered
an emergency stop
h) Short circuit: is displayed whenever the track output has
been switched off by the base unit due to a short circuit.
Rectify the short circuit and turn on the power by pressing
the “Stop“ button once again.
i) Lowbatteries:isdisplayedwheneverthebatteriesarelow.
Make sure you have fresh batteries. You may continue to
use the handheld controller until the backlighting of the
screen starts flickering.
j) Signalstrength:indicatesthequalityoftheinfraredlinkbet-
ween handheld controller and IR receiver.
k) Speedindicator:displaysthecurrentlocomotivespeedasa
bar diagram.
l) Directionoftravel:indicatesthedirectionoftravelofthelo-
comotive. An arrow pointing to the right means “Forward”
m)Menu displays: here the purpose of the menu buttons is
displayed subject to the current status of the handheld con-
troller
n) Textdisplay:Two-linedisplayforshowinglocomotiveinfor-
mation, menu text, etc.
o) Locomotive symbol
Figure 15
b)
a)
c) d) e) i)
g) h)
f) j)
k)
l)
m)
n)
o)

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5.2.3. Menu displays
Themenushavethefollowingmeaning:
Symbol Action if displayed
Adding or removing a locomotive to or from
a consist
Selecting a locomotive
Switching accessories
(straight or diverging route)
Calls up the menu
Confirmation of entry (“Ok“)
Cancel
Scroll to the left or the right
Delete button, deletes a character or number
digit
Entry of a CV number
Entry of a CV value
Reads a CV value
Writes a CV value
6. Controlling locomotives
One can store up to 40 locomotives in the internal locomoti-
ve list of the Navigator. The system also memorises name and
symbol of the locomotive, data format and type of function
buttons (continuous or momentary action). Whenever a loco-
motive is called up on the handheld controller then these set-
tings will be displayed.
The locomotive list is saved in the base unit. Each handheld
controller gets a copy of this list. If the locomotive list is mo-
died at one of the handheld controllers (e.g.: a locomotive
is added or deleted) these changes will be transmitted to all
other handheld controllers (synchronisation). As long as you
only operate with one handheld controller all these procedures
will take place automatically.
When purchasing more handheld controllers please refer to
chapter 13.1.
When switching on a handheld controller for the very first time
the available locomotive lists must first be uploaded.
6.1. Enter a new locomotive in the locomotive list
After the very first switch-on the screen should automatically
display a locomotive with the address 3.
a) Locomotive address
b) Currently set speed step
c) Number of speed steps
d) Locomotive name
In rare occasions it may happen that the following remark is
displayed:
OK to reset int
Locomotive list?
In a new system confirm this question with “Ok“. You will find
more information regarding the synchronisation between the
handheld controller and the base unit in chapter 13.1.
Controlling locomotives
Figure 16
b)
a) c)
d)
Now we want to run another locomotive with the Navigator,
for example address 44.
•Pressthelocomotive selectionbutton.Thelocomotivechoice
menuappears:
Select LOC
Address 0
The blinking “0” indicates that you now may enter a new lo-
comotive address. Press the number “4” twice on the function
button pad in order to enter the address 44.
If you made a typing error simply delete the number again.
As an alternative to using the number keys you can also use
the joystick () for changing the number or choose the part
() you would like to change. This option is available whe-
never digits or letters are being entered.
Press the “Ok” button.
On the main window the new locomotive is now displayed and
you may start running it right away.
The Navigator assumes that the called up locomotive is pro-
grammed to the selected address. However, this is not the case
for new locomotives. Therefore you must reprogram the deco-
der address right away. Please refer to chapter 11.1.1 for more
information.
The Navigator simplifies this task for you!
Ex works all locomotives are set to the DCC mode. If you wish
to run a Motorola® locomotive you must change the data for-
mat as described in chapter 8.4.3.
6.2. Running locomotives
You may adjust the speed of the currently selected locomotive
withtheaidofthejoystickatanytime:increases the speed,
lowers the speed again. The current speed step is displayed
on the screen.
You can switch all functions with the function buttons individu-
ally. In order to access F11 to F20 first press the shift button.
The change-of-direction button enables you to reverse direci-
ton. Locomotives with DCC decoders will slow down according
to the programmed deceleration and slowly accelerate in the
opposite direction as per the settings for acceleration. Locomo-
tives with Motorola® decoders will execute an emergency stop
and then drive in the opposite direction.
6.3. Navigating in the locomotive list
There are two options for calling up a new locomotive on the
handheld controller.
6.3.1. Scroll with the joystick
You may call up the following or the previous locomotive of
the locomotive list with the joystick (). This only works if
the locomotive has been entered at least once as described in
chapter 8.1. The display changes immediately and shows the
status of the function buttons as well as the current speed of
the locomotive. Of course, the previously controlled locomotive
continues to run at the set speed even when it is not displayed
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6.3.2. Manual address entry
If you know the address of the desired locomotive you can call
it up directly.
•Pressthelocomotiveselectionbutton
•Typeinthedesiredaddress
•Conrmtheentry.
This procedure is identical to the one explained in chapter 8.1
for new locomotives with one exception. Locomotive names
and properties already saved in the locomotive list will be up-
loaded from that list.
6.4. Editing locomotives
You may change the properties of locomotives at any time. First
call up the desired locomotive on the handheld controller.
Any changes will be transmitted to the base unit and saved.
Please make sure that you are within transmission range of
the IR receiver while editing locomotives. All other handheld
controllers will also receive the changed settings.
6.4.1. Name
You can assign an individual name of up to 16 characters to
each locomotive. Be creative!
•Firstopenthemenu.Thefollowinginfoappears
Edit name 0003
Locomotive 3
Confirm the entry. The following info appears
Set name
Locomotive 3
The cursor blinks behind the last character of the locomotive
name. Delete all characters displayed with the delete button.
Use the function buttons for entering the new locomoti-
ve name. 3 to 4 letters have been assigned to each function
button. When pressing a key, the first letter will appear. Press
the same button again within one second, then the next let-
ter will appear instead and so forth. Once the desired letter is
displayed then wait for one second until the cursor jumps one
position to the right.
Alternatively you can select the letters and the entry position
with the joystick. Confirm your entry. The screen returns to the
locomotive control display.
6.4.2. Symbol
You may choose between steam, diesel and electric locomotive
symbols.
•Openthemenu.
Scroll within the menu until
Edit symbol
appears on the first line. Confirm your entry. Then
Set symbol
will appear and the locomotive icon will blink. Scroll to the left
or the right until the desired symbol (or none!) appears.
Confirm your entry.
Controlling locomotives
6.4.3. Data format
If you want to run a locomotive that does not operate in the
pre-selected format (DCC 28 speed steps) you must change the
data format. The Navigator does not check if the decoder sup-
ports the set data format. If in doubt read the related passages
in the decoder manual.
•Openthemenu.
Scroll within the menu until
Edit speed
appears in the first line. Confirm your entry. Then
set speedsteps
28 speedsteps
will appear. Scroll to the left or the right until the desired data
format appears in the second line.
Confirm your entry.
6.4.4. Function mapping
You can set each function button of each locomotive to either
continuous output or momentary action. The factory default
setting is continuous output for all buttons. Momentary action
remains only active as long as the respective function button is
depressed. Continuous output remains on until the respective
button is pressed again.
•Openthemenu.
Scroll within the menu until
Edit fxmode
Appears in the first line. Confirm your entry. Then
set functions
to latching
appears on the screen.
The symbols of all function buttons on the left that are set to
continuous output (also known as latching) will be active.
Now press all function buttons that should be changed to mo-
mentary action. The respective symbols will disappear imme-
diately.
If the locomotive is equipped with a Sound decoder then F2
should be set to momentary action (provided you have mapped
the horn or whistle to F2).
Confirm your entry.
6.5. Deleting locomotives
In order to create space for new locomotives you should re-
gularly delete locomotives not needed any longer from the lo-
comotive list. First open the locomotive list and set the speed
to zero.
•Openthemenu.
Scroll within the menu until
Delete loc
appears in the first line. Confirm your entry. Then
ok to delete?
will appear. Confirm your entry.
If you are unable to select this locomotive then it is currently
run by another handheld controller or its speed is not set to
zero.
The screen returns to any other locomotive. If you have deleted
the previous locomotive then
No locomotive
Available
will appear on the display in order to remind you to enter a
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Consists & Switching Accessories
This indicates Advanced Consist where XXX is the address of
the consist.
UNI Cxxx
Indicates a Universal Consist.
When you press a function button in this mode then this func-
tion will be activated in all members of the consist.
Of course consists can be given names and symbols just like
locomotives.
7.3. Removing a locomotive form a consist
Call up the locomotive on the throttle.
Press the consist symbol in order to remove this locomotive
from the consist.
7.4. Deleting consists
A consist can be deleted in the same manner as a single loco-
motive.
8. Switching accessories
The Navigator can switch accessories with numbers ranging
from 1 to 100. The handheld controller has to be switched to
this mode.
Press the mode selection button in order to change over into
the accessory mode. The following will be displayed on the
screen:
ACC A001 <01/1>
This indicates that accessory 1 has been selected. This corres-
ponds with output 1 of decoder number 1 assuming that each
decoder has four outputs.
Use either the function buttons or the joystick for selecting the
desired accessory.
Press this button in order to switch this accessory to the diver-
ging route (red).
Press this button in order to switch this accessory to the straight
route (green).
8.1. Assigning the quick selection button
For frequently needed accessories you may pre-assign 10 func-
tion buttons with turnout numbers (“hotkeys”). Thus one can
select them far quicker.
In order to assign a hotkey to an accessory number proceed
asfollows:
First call up the accessory that you want to assign to a hotkey
button.
Open the menu.
Scroll until
Edit hotkey
is displayed in the first line. Confirm your selection. Now you
mustchoosethedesiredhotkey:
set hotkey
hotkey 0
Press the desired function button you want to link to this
address. The number will be displayed immediately after.
Confirm your selection.
8.2. Using hotkeys
In order to access the desired hotkey you must first shift into
the accessory mode.
Press the shift key.
Press the desired function button. The pre-assigned address
will appear immediately.
Press the button in order to switch this accessory to the diver-
ging route (red).
Press the button in order to switch this accessory to the straight
route (green).
7. Consists
You can add a locomotive to a consist at any time and run up
to 6 locomotives in a consist.
You may select a consist from the locomotive list in the same
manner as an individual locomotive. Of course you can also
assign a name to a consist. Addresses serve for differentiating
different consists just as is the case with locomotives.
7.1. Add locomotives to consists
Call up the locomotive on the throttle.
Press the consist symbol. Then
Add to consist
Consist ID 0
will appear on the display. The Navigator now requires that you
enter the number (address) of the desired consist. This number
may be any number in the range from 1 to 127.
Please make sure that you use a number that has not yet been
assigned to anything else (locomotive or other consist).
Confirm your entry. Then
Constist type
Universal
will appear.
Select the desired type of consist by scrolling to the appropriate
type.
Universal: Theconsistisstoredas virtualconsist bythe
Navigator. It transmits the commands in quick
succession to all locomotives in the consist.
This type of consist works with all types of de-
coders.
Advanced: Theconsistisstoredinthedecodermemory.
The Navigator programs CV 19 of the decoder
as required. This type works only with suitable
DCC decoders.
Confirm your choice.
The consist symbol now appears on the screen. This indicates
that this particular locomotive is part of a consist. As soon as
you change the speed of this locomotive all other locomotives
in this consist will execute the same speed change.
Occasionally a locomotive must be in reverse mode in a consist,
for instance if it is coupled “back to back” to another one. In
this case one should first select the required direction and only
then add the locomotive to the consist.
7.2. Running consists
You may select and control a consist just like a locomotive from
the locomotive list. For easier identification the type of consist
isshownonthescreen:
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9.1.2. Programming on the Main (POM)
In the POM mode the loco may remain on the layout and is
re-programmed while running on the layout. Thus you may
observe and correct any changes directly.
Some decoders can only be programmed on the main if they
are set to speed step „0”. ESU decoders can also be adjusted
while running.
In order to program a loco on the main the Navigator must
transmit specific commands to this loco. Therefore the current
address of the loco must be known, otherwise it cannot be
programmed.
Should you not know the address of a loco place it on the
programming track. There you can read out or reprogram the
address.
9.1.4. Writing locomotive addresses
As mentioned in chapter 8.1. new locomotives (ex factory)
must first be programmed since their address has already been
taken. The Navigator offers two simple options for changing
thelocomotiveaddress:
Mainline(POM): Hereyoucanassignanaddressbetween
1 and 127 (DCC “short addresses”).
Programmingtrack: Hereyoucanassignanyaddressbetween
1 and 9999. The Navigator
takes care of everything.
9.1.4.1. DCC Main (POM)
First call up the desired locomotive on the handheld controller
as described in chapter 8.
This reprogramming on the main only works if the “old”
address is known. If you do not know this address, please use
the programming track for reprogramming.
Open the menu.
Scroll unti
Program DCC
is shown on the display. Confirm your entry.
Scroll until
Write addr
On maintrack
appears. Confirm your entry. Then
change addr
write addr 0
will appear on the display.
Use the function buttons or the joystick in order to enter the
desired address.
Press this button in order to reprogram the decoder. At the
same time the new address will be stored in the locomotive
list.
Assign an available address to the locomotive. If you select an
address already assigned to another locomotive then you will
not be able to reprogram this locomotive.
9.1.4.2. DCC - programming track
If you do not know the locomotive address or you wish to use
an address higher than 127 you must use the programming
track.
Place this locomotive (and only this one!) on the programming
track and call it up on the handheld controller.
Open the menu.
Scroll until
Program DCC
is shown on the display. Confirm your entry.
Scroll until
Write addr
On servicetrack
appears. Confirm your entry. Then
write addr loc
write addr 0
will appear on the display.
Use the function buttons or the joystick in order to enter the
desired address.
Press this button in order to reprogram the decoder. At the
same time the new address will be stored in the locomotive
list.
Assign an available address to the locomotive. If you select an
address already assigned to another locomotive then you will
not be able to reprogram this locomotive.
9.1.5. Reading the locomotive address – DCC
It is particularly easy to upload your locomotive list to the Navi-
gator if you do not want to reprogram your locomotives. This
procedure only works with DCC decoders.
•Placethelocomotiveontheprogrammingtrack
•Addanewentryasdescribedinchapter8.1.
•Openthemenu
•Scrolluntil
Program DCC
appears on the display. Confirm your entry.
•Scrolluntil
Read addr
On servicetrack
appears on the screen. Confirm your entry. On the display ap-
pears
get addr
address ????
•Conrm your entry. The Navigator will now attempt to read
and display the address of the decoder.
•Takeoverthereadaddress.Theinternallocomotivelistwillbe
modified and the locomotive is ready for operation with this
throttle.
Programming
9. Programming
By programming we mean the method of electronically chan-
ging certain parameters of decoders. This applies to all types
of decoders such as mobile decoders, accessory decoders and
feedback decoders. Decoders with manual switches (DIP-swit-
ches) such as older models from Märklin® cannot be program-
med with the Navigator.
Unfortunately there is no standardised method to access all
parameters; this varies subject to the manufacturer and deco-
der type.
Generally it can be said that all parameters of a decoder are
stored in an internal memory space. Each memory space can
contain a number. The memory spaces are numbered in se-
quence. Since the value of each memory space can be changed
at any time they are also know as variables. With these variables
the properties of the decoder are defined („configured”) and
thus the term „Configuration Variable” (CV) was introduced.
The values stored in each CV determine the behaviour of the
decoder to a great deal. Values that are not permitted or wrong
may cause havoc to the point that the decoder does not work
properly or not at all any more.
Change decoder settings only if you are certain about the con-
sequences. Otherwise you may experience all sorts of unexp-
lainable behaviour.
In the DCC standards the properties resp. characteristics of
most CVs are defined. A complete list of all CVs and further
information to the DCC standards is available
www.nmra.org/standards/DCC
Please also refer to your decoder manual. There you will find all
supported CVs as well as their meaning.
9.1. DCC-Programming
The range of possibilities in programming DCC decoders has
continuously improved over the years. Therefore there are dif-
ferentmethodsthatareincompatibletoeachother:
RegisterMode: HereyoucanonlyaccessCVs1to8.
PagedMode: OntheprogrammingtrackCVs1to1024can
be reached.
DirectMode: On the programming track CVs1 to 1024
can be reached. Reading out decoder data is
about 8-times faster than in Paged Mode.
POMMode: Hereprogramming is done on the main line
(„Programming On Main“). All CVs from 2 to
1024 can be overwritten. The base address
CV1 cannot be accessed.
Unfortunately there is no rule regarding the fact which decoder
supports which programming method. For new decoders the
Direct Mode is compulsory. All ESU decoders support Direct
Mode as well as the other methods.
9.1.1. Direct Mode (CV-Mode)
For programming in DCC Direct Mode (also known as CV-
mode) the loco has to be located on the programming track.
No other loco may be on the programming track at that time
otherwise they will also be programmed simultaneously. In Di-
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9.1.6. Programming on the programming track - DCC
With this method you can read and write all CVs of your DCC
decoder.
Open the menu.
Scroll until
Program DCC
appears on the screen. Confirm your entry.
Scroll until
program DCC
On servicetrack
appears on the screen. Confirm your entry. On the display ap-
pears:
POS CV 0
VAL 0 00000000
Now select the CV number that you want to change with the
function buttons or the joystick.
Confirm your entry.
Press this button if you want to read this CV. The Navigator
reads out this CV and displays the value.
Press this button if you want to enter a new value.
Choose the new value of this CV with the function buttons or
the joystick.
Press this button in order to write this value.
Once you have changed all required CVs press this button se-
veral times in order to exit this menu.
9.1.7. Programming on the Main (POM) - DCC
In order to be able to use POM the locomotive must first be
entered correctly in the locomotive list and must be ready to
run(i.e.:theaddressmustbeknown).
Open the menu
Scroll until
Program DCC
appears on the screen. Confirm your entry.
Scroll until
program DCC
On maintrack
appears on the screen. Confirm your entry. On the display ap-
pears
POM CV 0
VAL 0 00000000
Now select the CV number that you want to change with the
function buttons or the joystick.
Confirm your entry.
Press this button if you want to enter a new value.
Choose the new value of this CV with the function buttons or
the joystick.
Press this button in order to write this value.
Once you have changed all required CVs press this button se-
veral times in order to exit this menu.
Programming in DCC mode only works if the locomotive
is operated in DCC mode. If you wish to run a locomoti-
ve in Motorola® format but program it in DCC mode, you
should switch to DCC mode temporarily for programming.
9.3. Programming accessories
The Navigator also supports programming of DCC accessories.
Currently only very few turnout and accessory decoders are
DCC compatible. Please consult the manual of your decoder
for more information.
9.3.1. Programming the ESU SwitchPilot
The ESU SwitchPilot has various CV settings that can be ac-
cessed in the DCC programming mode. The procedure is the
same as when programming a locomotive.
You will find a list of all CVs in the user manual of the Switch-
Pilot.
For programming the address one can either change the CV1
on the programming track or you proceed as described in
chapter 8 of the SwitchPilot manual.
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in the system menu and confirm your entry. You are now in the
third menu level of the Navigator handheld controller.
10.3.1. Name of the base unit
Edit base name
Here you can edit the name of the base unit.
10.3.2. Serial number of the base unit
Base serial no
U0007796D
Shows the serial number of the base unit. This serial number
starts with the letter “U” followed by an 8-digit hexadecimal
number that is shown in the second line.
10.3.3. Software status of the base unit
Base info
Hw 1.1 sw 1.1
Shows the hardware and software of the base unit.
10.3.4. Name of the handheld controller
Edit remote name
Navigator dcc
Here you can assign a name to the handheld controller.
10.3.5. Software version of the handheld controller
remote info
Hw 1.0 sw 1.1
Shows the hardware and software of the handheld controller.
10.3.6. Current monitor
10.4. Joystick delay
The delay after which the joystick automatically increases the
speed can be individually set for locomotive control and in the
menus.
10.4.1. For locomotive control
Edit joystick
Speed delay
Sets the delay in the range from 0 to 63.
10.4.2. In menus
Edit joystick
Menu delay
Sets the delay in the range from 0 to 63.
10.5. Joystick speed
The speed of the joystick for automatically changing the loco-
motive speed and paging in lists and menus can be set sepa-
rately.
10.5.1. For acceleration of locomotives
Edit joystick
Speed repeat
Sets the delay for the acceleration of locomotives in the range
from 0 to 63.
10.5.2. In menus
Edit joystick
Menu repeat
Sets the delay in the range from 0 to 63.
10.6. Backlight
The background lighting can also be adapted as desired.
10.6.1. Brightness
Edit backlight
brightness
Sets the brightness of the screen backlight in the range from 0
(off) to 9 (maximum brightness).
10.6.2. Switch-on time
Edit backlight
duration
This determines after how many seconds after the last acti-
vation of a button the backlight will be turned off. The lower
the value the longer the battery life will be, since the backlight
needs a lot of energy.
10.7. Emergency stop configuration
The behaviour after pressing the Stop button can be configu-
red in different ways. Select
EDIT STOPMODE
Nowyoucanchoosefromthefollowingsettings:
PowerOff: Thetrackpowerwillbeswitchedoffimmedi-
ately once the Stop button is pressed.
EStopLoco: Pressing the Stop button will send an emer-
gency stop command to the currently cont-
rolled locomotive. It will stop right away while
all other locomotives continue to move.
10.8. Automatic track power cut-off
For safety reasons the base unit turns off the track power if
there is no IR link to at least one handheld controller. The de-
fault value for this time out is 320 seconds.
In some cases this automatic switch-off may not be desirable or
perhaps you wish to set a different time. Therefore this value
maybecongured:Select
EDIT trk timeout
and choose the desired time span (no switch-off, 7.5 seconds,
15 seconds, 30 seconds).
Configuration Menu
10. Configuration menu
The Navigator supports various options for setting parameters
to suit your requirements. All parameters are hidden in the
menu.
Open the menu.
Scroll until
System menu
appears on the display. Confirm your entry.
Now you can scroll through the main menu in order to reach
the different configuration options.
Should you wish to terminate the data entry you may exit at
any time.
10.1. ID of the base unit
Every base unit has an ID number in the range from 0 to 3
(defaultvalue:0).Thismustbechangediftherearemorethan
one Navigator or Bachmann® Dynamis® systems within range.
Otherwise some confusion regarding the assignment of hand-
held controllers may occur that may result in a shutdown of
operations. The handheld controller must “know” to which
base unit it belongs. Scroll in the menu until
Edit base ID
appears. Confirm your entry and enter a new ID number. The
handheld controller will execute a reset and then attempts to
establish a connection with the (new) base unit.
The base unit must also be set correctly. How this is done is
shown in chapter 14.1.
10.2. Handheld controller ID
You can operate up to four handheld controllers with each Na-
vigator system. The system differentiates between them by the
IDs of the handheld controllers (0 – 3). Ex works all handheld
controllers are set to ID 0. As soon as you operate a second
handheld controller with your Navigator one of them must be
set to a different ID. Several handheld controllers with the same
ID lead to chaos!
Change the ID of a handheld controller while all other hand-
held controllers and the base unit are switched off.
Select
Edit remote id
in the system menu.
Confirm your entry and enter the new ID number. The hand-
held controller will execute a reset in order to accept the new
number.
10.3. System informationen
In the menu System info you will find information regarding
the software version as well as on how to assign names to your
base unit and the handheld controller.
Select
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11. Resetting to factory default values
The Navigator system can be reset to the default values at any
time.
11.1. Handheld controller
In order to reset a handheld controller to the default values
(base unit ID 0, handheld controller ID 0) you choose
Factory reset
from the system menu.
You may have to re-enter the IDs of the base unit and the
handheld controller before the handheld controller can take
part in operations again.
11.2. Base unit
You can also reset the base unit to default values. For this pur-
pose a specific value has to be entered into a specific CV.
•Selecttheprogrammingmenuasshownin11.1.6.
•ChooseCV7
•Writethevalue151inCV7
This deletes the locomotive list of the base unit. After that all
handheld controllers will execute a new synchronisation se-
quence with the base unit and subsequently display an empty
locomotive list.
12. Extending the system
The ESU Navigator system can be extended to cater for practi-
cal demands.
12.1. Additional handheld controllers
ESU offers additional handheld controllers under the part num-
ber 50301. You may operate up to four handheld controllers
with one base unit.
You can also use handheld controllers from the Bachmann®
Dynamis® system. Both systems can be used together alt-
hough some information will not be displayed due to a diffe-
rent software status.
After purchasing a new handheld controller it first must be as-
signed a new ID. Otherwise both handheld controllers work on
the ID “0”. Read more about this in chapter 12.2.
Afterwards switch on both the base unit and the respective
handheld controller.
12.1.1. Data synchronisation
All locomotive lists and other data are saved in the base unit
of the Navigator. Each handheld controller receives a copy of
these lists. The base unit assures that all lists are up to date
and have identical content. A brand new handheld controller
normally does not have any locomotive lists and will get them
directly from the base unit (synchronisation).
•Synchronisationmaytakeupto1minute.
•Inordertoavoidanydatalossneitherthehandheldcontroller
nor the base unit may be switched off during this process.
•Makesurethatallhandheldcontrollershavegoodvisualcon-
tact to the base unit (respectively to the IR receiver) during syn-
chronisation.
But what happens if the handheld controller has already been
operated with another base unit and contains locomotive lists?
Then the Navigator needs your assistance. The display will
show:
Ok to reset int
Locomotive list?
Nowyouhavetheopportunitytodecidewhatshouldhappen:
•Ifyouchoose“Ok“thenthelocallocomotivelistofthehand-
held controller will be deleted and it receives the new data
from the base unit.
Select this option if you have procured a second handheld con-
troller (perhaps one already used by others) and if it should get
the same data as the first one.
•Ifyouchoose“Cancel”thenthelocomotivelistofthishand-
held controller will be transmitted to the base unit. At this mo-
ment the base unit as well as ALL other handheld controllers
will receive this locomotive list.
Normally this option only makes sense when you have replaced
your base unit.
During normal operations there may well be situations when
the synchronisation between the base unit and one or several
handheld controllers may be interrupted. Possible reasons may
be:
Extending the System
•Thehandheldcontrollerisswitchedoffduetosynchronisation
of another handheld controller or has no visual contact to the
IR receiver.
•Youchangelocomotives,deletethemoraddnewonesdespite
the fact that there is no connection to the IR receiver.
•Another handheld controller is separated while you make
changes to the locomotive list.
•ThehandheldcontrolleristakentoanotherlayoutwithaNavi-
gator or Bachmann® Dynamis® ProBox system.
•Thebaseunitisswitchedoffduringsynchronisation.
In all these instances the system will be synchronised anew. You
will notice this by the somewhat slower response time.
12.1.2. Taking over locomotives
A locomotive may be displayed on several handheld controllers
simultaneously. Of course the locomotive can only be cont-
rolled by one throttle.
If this symbol lights up on the display then the locomotive is
under control of another controller and only displayed here for
information.
If this symbol blinks then the locomotive is under control of this
handheld but at least one other handheld controller displays
the locomotive and could take it over.
Taking over a locomotive is always possible by changing the
speed or the direction or simply by activating a function. The
locomotive is under the control of that handheld controller that
transmitted the latest command.
12.2. Coupling the Navigator with the ECoS
The Navigator base unit can be hooked up to an ECoS with the
connector cable 50305. From that point in time onwards the
base unit works as a subordinate device and the functionality
of a central unit is turned off. In this operating mode the fol-
lowingfunctionsareavailable:
•Booster:theintegralboosteroftheNavigatorbaseunitisun-
der control of the ECoS and can be fully integrated into your
ESU system. The current monitor of the ECoS will show the
presence of the booster.
•Handheld controller: the ECoS can assign locomotives to all
handheld controllers linked to the Navigator base unit. The IR
handheld controllers behave like fully fledged throttles of the
system.
If the ECoS controls the Navigator then this symbol lights up on
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14. ESU Support
As the owner of a Navigator you are entitled to technical sup-
port by ESU.
There are many ways to get in touch with us should you en-
counter any problems or if you have any suggestions.
14.1. ESU Forum
Since its introduction in autumn 2006 the ESU support forum
has grown to be one of the most successful internet platforms.
In this forum you may ask any questions about ESU products.
Our support team will endeavour to resolve all problems to-
gether with you. That way everyone benefits from the common
knowledge, since other users can also provide answers.
The forum is available under www.esu.eu/en/forum
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14.2. Technical hotline
Your model train dealer or hobby shop is your competent part-
ner for all questions regarding your Navigator. In fact he / she is
your competent partner concerning all questions around mo-
del trains.
Of course, you may also contact us directly. The best way is to
register for our support forum and ask your questions there.
Either an ESU staff or other members of the forum will be glad
to help you.
Youcanregisterhere:
http://www.esu.eu/en/register/
Please call our hotline only in case of complex enquiries that
can’t be dealt with by email or fax. The hotline is often very
busy and you may encounter delays. Rather check our website
for more information. You will find many hints under “Support
/ FAQ” and even feedback from other users that may help you
with your particular question.
Ofcoursewewillalwaysassistyou;pleasecontactusat:
 Phone: +13202020865 
  Tuesday&Thursday9:00am-3:00pm(CT)
 Fax: +13202020867
Mail: ESULLC
815 60th Ave SE
St Cloud Minnesota 56304
www.loksound.com
Using several base units in one room & ESU Support
13. Using several base units in one room
If there is more than one base unit in the same room then every
one of them must have its own ID. Otherwise operations will
not be successful.
For setting this ID there is a jumper below the IR extension
module. Disconnect your base unit from the power supply and
remove the module.
ID 0
ID 1
ID 2
ID 3
Use one or both of the jumpers supplied for setting the desired
ID.
13.1. Setting the ID of the base unit
Do not forget to set the new base unit ID on the handheld
controllers. Please refer to chapter 12.1.
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Warranty Certificate
15. Warranty certificate
24 Months warranty form date of purchase
Dear customer,
Congratulations on purchasing this ESU Navigator. This quality product was manufactured applying the most advanced production me-
thods and processes and was subject to stringent quality checks and tests.
Therefore ESU LLC grants you a warranty for the purchase of ESU products that far exceeds the national warranty as governed by legisla-
tion in your country and beyond the warranty from your authorised ESU dealer. ESU grants an extended
Manufacturer’s warranty of 24 months from date of purchase
Warranty conditions:
This warranty is valid for all ESU products that have been purchased from an authorised ESU dealer.
Any service, repair or replacement under this warranty requires proof of purchase. The filled in warranty certificate together with the
receipt from your ESU dealer serves as proof of purchase. We recommend keeping the warranty certificate together with the receipt.
In case of a claim please fill in the enclosed failure report card as detailed and precise as possible and return it with your faulty product.
Please use the appropriate postage when shipping to ESU.
Extend of warranty / exclusions:
This warranty covers free of charge repair or replacement of the faulty part, provided the failure is demonstrably due to faulty design,
manufacturing, material or transport. Any further claims are explicitly excluded.
Thewarrantyexpires:
1. In case of wear and tear due to normal use.
2. In case of conversions of ESU – products with parts not approved by the manufacturer.
3. In case of modification of parts.
4. In case of inappropriate use (different to the intended use as specified by the manufacturer).
5. If the instructions as laid down in the user manual by ESU LLC were not adhered to.
There is no extension of the warranty period due to any repairs carried out by ESU or replacements.
You may submit your warranty claim either with your dealer or by shipping the product in question with the warranty certificate, the
receiptofpurchaseandthefaultdescriptiondirectlytoESULLCat:
ESU LLC
815 60th Ave SE
St Cloud MN 56304
USA
Goods Return Note
1. Customer data (Please write in block letters)
Name:.........
Street:.........
ZIP/City:.....
Country:......
Email:..........
Phone:........
Date:...........
Signature:
2. Type of defect
Faulty display Short circuit
Software Output programming track
Throttle Main output
Joystick/Keyboard No picture (no reaction)
3. Description of fault (use extra page if necessary)
4. Receipt of purchase
Please add the receipt to your return!
5. Your retailer / hobby store
Stamp or address of your retailer
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16. Annex
16.1. Technical data
•BaseunitH4boosterwith3.0Acontinuousoutput
•H4programmingtrackoutputwith0.25Apower
•SocketforECoSlink(slavesocket,forconnectingtotheECoS)
•Plug-in options for 5 IR receivers (4 sockets for extensions
cables, 1 plug for direct plug-in)
•DCCwith14,28,128speedsteps
•Upto9999addressesinDCCformat.Upto21functionsper
locomotive.
•DCCsignalformatsforaccessorycontrol
•Supportsupto40locomotivesand100accessories
•All DCCservice modeprogrammingmodeson the program-
ming track, POM (Programming on the Main).
•Handheldcontroller:wirelessbi-directionalIRcommunication
•BacklitLCdisplay(customdesigned)withdisplayoflocomotive
name, speed, direction, function button status
•11function buttons+ shiftkeyfor activatingup to21func-
tions per locomotive
•4menubuttons
•Emergencystopandchange-of-directionbutton
•4-wayjoystickforspeedcontrolandlocomotiveselection
•2batterycompartmentsfor(rechargeable)batteries
•IR receiver: wide range receiver with 5 IR transmitter diodes
and 2 receivers
•Directconnection(plug-in)orwith8-poleextensioncable
•Optionalwallmounting
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