tams elektronik FD-R Extended Series User manual

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FD-R Extended
Item no. 42-01130 | 42-01131 | 42-01132
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Contents
1. Gettin started............................................................................5
2. Safety instructions.......................................................................7
3. Safe and correct solderin .........................................................10
4. Operation overview...................................................................11
4.1. Modes of operation............................................................11
4.2. Function outputs...............................................................12
4.3. Sound functions................................................................14
4.4. Releasin the functions......................................................14
4.5. Automated processes.........................................................15
4.6. Feedback with RailCom**..................................................16
4.7. Overload Protection...........................................................17
4.8. POM-update......................................................................18
5. Technical specifications..............................................................19
6. Connections..............................................................................20
6.1. Connector pin assi nment..................................................21
6.2. Connection to the volta e supply........................................22
6.3. Connectin accessories to the outputs................................22
6.4. Connectin LEDs to the function outputs............................23
6.5. Connectin inductive loads.................................................25
6.6. Connectin accessories via a relay......................................25
6.7. Connectin a loudspeaker..................................................26
6.8. Connectin a buffer capacitor.............................................27
6.9. Connectin a suppression choke.........................................27
6.10.Connectin a servo............................................................28
6.11.Connectin the switchin inputs.........................................29
6.12.Connectin a SUSI module.................................................30
6.13.Fixin the decoder.............................................................30
7. Pro rammin ............................................................................31
8. Confi uration variables and re isters..........................................34
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9. Performin a POM-Update.........................................................49
10. Check list for troubleshootin .....................................................51
11. Guarantee bond........................................................................55
12. Declaration of conformity...........................................................56
13. Declarations conformin to the WEEE directive...........................56
© 11/2015 Tams Elektronik GmbH
All ri hts reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical,
includin photocopyin , without prior permission in writin from Tams
Elektronik GmbH.
Subject to technical modification.
The asterisks **
RailCom® is the re istered trademark of:
Lenz Elektronik GmbH | Vo elsan 14 | DE-35398 Gießen
To increase the text´s readability we have refrained from referin to
this point in each instance.
This manual mentions the followin companies:
Gebr. MÄRKLIN & Cie. GmbH
Stutt arter Str. 55-57 | DE-73033 Göppin en
Uhlenbrock Elektronik GmbH
Mercatorstrasse 6 | DE- 46244 Bottrop
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1. Gettin started
How to use this manual
This manual ives step-by-step instructions for safe and correct fittin and
connectin of the decoder, and operation. Before you start, we advise you
to read the whole manual, particularly the chapter on safety instructions
and the checklist for trouble shootin . You will then know where to take
care and how to prevent mistakes which take a lot of effort to correct.
Keep this manual safely so that you can solve problems in the future. If
you pass the decoder on to another person, please pass on the manual
with it.
Intended use
The function decoder FD-R Extended is desi ned to be operated
accordin to the instructions in this manual in model buildin , especially
in di ital model railroad layouts. Any other use is inappropriate and
invalidates any uarantees.
The function decoder FD-R Extended should not be mounted by
children under the a e of 14. Readin , understandin and followin the
instructions in this manual are mandatory for the user.
Checking the package contents
Please make sure that your packa e contains:
one or five function decoders, dependin on the version
without or with soldered connectin wires or
with soldered connectin wires and a soldered SUSI plu
connector;
one or five buffer electrolytic capacitors (220 µF / 35 V);
one or five suppression chokes (470 µH / 90 mA);
a CD (containin the manual, Software "POM-Updater.exe" and
further information).
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Required materials
For mountin and connectin the decoder you need:
an electronic solderin iron (max. 30 Watt) or a re ulated solderin
iron with a fine tip and a solderin iron stand,
a tip-cleanin spon e,
a heat-resistant mat,
a small side cutter, a wire stripper and a pair of tweezers,
electronic tin solder (0.5 mm diameter).
In order to connect decoders without soldered connectin wires you will
need wire. Recommended cross sections > 0.04 mm² for all
connections.
If you have a decoder without a soldered SUSI interface connector, you
mi ht need a SUSI plu connector (e. . item no. 70-01100).
For playin back the sounds you need:
a loudspeaker with an impedance of min. 4 Ohm and a rated load-
carryin capacity of min. 0,1 Watt.
If you want to release switchin operations automatically, e. .:
reed contacts 1 x closin contact (e. . item-no. 84-53110)
and / or Hall-sensors (e. . item-no. 84-53210) and
permanent ma nets (e. . neodymium ma nets Ø 3mm, thickness
= 2mm, item-no. 84-53990).
If you want to use the output for the servo:
one servo,
a volta e supply for the servo (e. . servo PCB item-no. 70-05900).
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2. Safety instructions
Caution:
Inte rated circuits (ICs) are inserted on the decoder. They are
sensitive to static electricity. Do not touch components without first
dischar in yourself. Touchin a radiator or other rounded metal part
will dischar e you.
Mechanical hazards
Cut wires can have sharp ends and can cause serious injuries. Watch
out for sharp ed es when you pick up the PCB.
Visibly dama ed parts can cause unpredictable dan er. Do not use
dama ed parts: recycle and replace them with new ones.
Electrical hazards
Touchin powered, live components,
touchin conductin components which are live due to malfunction,
short circuits and connectin the circuit to another volta e than
specified,
impermissibly hi h humidity and condensation build up
can cause serious injury due to electrical shock. Take the followin
precautions to prevent this dan er:
Never perform wirin on a powered module.
Assemblin and mountin the kit should only be done in closed,
clean, dry rooms. Beware of humidity.
Only use low power for this module as described in this manual and
only use certified transformers.
Connect transformers and solderin irons only in approved mains
sockets installed by an authorised electrician.
Observe cable diameter requirements.
After condensation build up, allow a minimum of 2 hours for
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dispersion.
Use only ori inal spare parts if you have to repair the kit or the
ready-built module.
ire risk
Touchin flammable material with a hot solderin iron can cause fire,
which can result in injury or death throu h burns or suffocation.
Connect your solderin iron or solderin station only when actually
needed. Always keep the solderin iron away from inflammable
materials. Use a suitable solderin iron stand. Never leave a hot
solderin iron or station unattended.
Thermal danger
A hot solderin iron or liquid solder accidentally touchin your skin can
cause skin burns. As a precaution:
use a heat-resistant mat durin solderin ,
always put the hot solderin iron in the solderin iron stand,
point the solderin iron tip carefully when solderin , and
remove liquid solder with a thick wet ra or wet spon e from the
solderin tip.
Dangerous environments
A workin area that is too small or cramped is unsuitable and can cause
accidents, fires and injury. Prevent this by workin in a clean, dry room
with enou h freedom of movement.
Other dangers
Children can cause any of the accidents mentioned above because they
are inattentive and not responsible enou h. Children under the a e of
14 should not be allowed to work with this kit or the ready-built
module.
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Caution:
Little children can swallow small components with sharp ed es, with
fatal results! Do not allow components to reach small children.
In schools, trainin centres, clubs and workshops, assembly must be
supervised by qualified personnel.
In industrial institutions, health and safety re ulations applyin to
electronic work must be adhered to.
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3. Safe and correct solderin
Caution:
Incorrect solderin can cause dan ers throu h fires and heat. Avoid
these dan ers by readin and followin the directions iven in the
chapter Safety instructions.
Use a small solderin iron with max. 30 Watt. Keep the solderin tip
clean so the heat of the solderin iron is applied to the solder point
effectively.
Only use electronic tin solder with flux.
When solderin electronic circuits never use solderin -water or
solderin rease. They contain acids that can corrode components
and copper tracks.
Solder quickly: holdin the iron on the joints lon er than necessary can
destroy components and can dama e copper tracks or solderin eyes.
Apply the solderin tip to the solderin spot in such a way that the
wire and the solderin eye are heated at the same time.
Simultaneously add solder (not too much). As soon as the solder
becomes liquid take it away. Hold the solderin tip at the spot for a
few seconds so that the solder flows into the joint, then remove the
solderin iron.
The joint should be held still for about 5 seconds after solderin .
To make a ood solderin joint you should use a clean and
unoxidised solderin tip. Clean the solderin tip with a damp piece of
cloth, a damp spon e or a piece of silicon cloth.
After solderin check (preferably with a ma nifyin lass) tracks for
accidental solder brid es and short circuits. This would cause faulty
operation or, in the worst case, permanent dama e. You can remove
excess solder by puttin a clean solderin tip on the spot. The solder
will become liquid a ain and flow from the solderin spot to the
solderin tip.
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4. Operation overview
4.1. Modes of operation
Digital operation
The function decoder FD-R Extended is a multiple protocol decoder,
that can operate with and automatically reco nise both DCC or
Motorola formats.
The number of addresses is dependant on the format bein used:
Motorola-Format: 255 addresses,
DCC-Format: 127 Basis-addresses or 10.239 extended addresses.
In the DCC format the decoder can be driven in all speed levels (14, 28
or 128). In the Motorola format the decoder can be driven in 14 or 27
speed levels. Drivin all 27 speed levels can be done only with central
units which support this mode (e. . MasterControl). With central units
which allow 14 speed levels only, it is only possible to select every
second speed level.
Pro rammin the decoders is done:
in Motorola format by settin the re isters,
in DCC format by settin the confi uration variables (direct
pro rammin , DCC conform) or by POM (pro rammin on main = main
track pro rammin ). Note: The confi uration variables reserved for the
SUSI interface ## 897 – 1024 cannot be pro rammed by POM.
Analogue mode
The decoder can also be used in analo ue model railway layouts run
with a D.C. speed control, and with restrictions with an A.C. speed
control. When puttin the vehicle on the rails the decoder reco nizes
automatically if it is run in analo ue or di ital mode and sets the
correspondin operation mode. The automatic reco nition of the
analo ue mode can be switched off.
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Caution:
Old analo ue drivin transformers (e. . models in a blue housin
from Maerklin**) are not suitable for use with di ital decoders in analo ue
operation! These transformers have been desi ned for the older supply
volta e of 220 V and, due to construction, enerate very hi h excess
volta e impulses when chan in the drivin direction. When usin them
with the modern supply volta e of 230 V too hi h excess volta e impulses
can occur, dama in electronic parts on the decoder. For that reason only
use drivin transformers desi ned for a net volta e of 230 V.
Switchin the function outputs on or off is not possible in analo ue
mode. They can be pro rammed so that they are either switched on or
off in analo ue mode. The effects set for the outputs are active in
analo ue mode as well.
Outputs to be switched with F0 are switched on or off in analo ue
mode accordin to the direction of travel with layouts run with a D.C.
speed control (not with an A.C. speed control), provided the return
conductor of the lamps or accessories is connected to the decoder´s return
conductor for all functions.
4.2. Function outputs
The decoder has six function outputs with a maximum current of
500 mA each, which are available to connect optional accessories (e. .
li htin , smoke enerator, electric couplin ). The decoder´s maximum
total current is 1.500 mA.
Effects of all function outputs (AUX1 to AUX6)
Switchin on and off dependin on the direction of travel.
Flashin and double flashin . Both the frequency and the keyin
ratio can be set. E. . sin le and double flash li hts or strobe li hts.
Kick function: It is possible to set the amplified function outputs so
that they et the full volta e first for up to 12,5 seconds and then
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are switched off. Example of use: For some types of electric couplin s
you need the full volta e for decouplin and the volta e then siwtched off
to protect the couplin s.
Shuntin li ht: You can pro ram the outputs so that they are
switched on enerally durin shuntin operation (to be switched with
F3 or F4). The dependence on the direction of travel will be nullified
for these outputs durin shuntin operation.
Special function for speed level 0: It is possible to pro ram one
function to switch off other functions or switch on special function
outputs at speed level 0. Example of use: In some locomotive sheds
it is customary that the tail lamps of parked locomotives have to be
temporally set at the front and the back.
Effects of the function outputs AUX1 to AUX4
Dimmin : Example of use: The electric bulbs of older vehicles made
for analo ue operation can be dimmed and thus must not be
exchan ed after the mountin of the decoder.
Dimmin dependin on the speed level: The volta e will be dimmed
dependin on the speed level. This enables weak smoke eneration durin
halts or a switched off or dimmed cab li htin while the train is movin .
MARsli ht (= li ht intensity oin up and down): Example of use:
american locomotives with this type of li htin .
Servo output
The decoder has a connection to be used as a (third) switchin input or
as an output to control a servo optionally. The volta e supply for the
servo cannot be provided by the decoder. For that reason an external
volta e supply (e. . servo PCB item-no. 70-05900) is required.
The servo is controlled by:
settin the end positions via CVs and controllin by pushin the
function keys ("on" = end position 1 , "off" = end position 2) or
input of a value for the foldin square by POM, which allows to
approach to any foldin square.
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4.3. Sound functions
SUSI interface
A SUSI module can be connected to the FD-R Extended and read out,
pro rammed and controlled via the decoder.
The function decoder transmits the function status and the speed level
set at the central unit, to the SUSI module. This affects the SUSI
module´s outputs dependin on the speed level (e. . motor sound).
The FD-R Extended allows the settin of the acceleration and brakin
delay so that the functions dependin on the speed level correspond to
the drivin characteristics durin acceleratin and brakin .
Integrated sounds
Four inte rated sounds are available:
train conductor´s whistle,
door´s bleepin when closin ,
bell,
si nal horn.
4.4. Releasin the functions
The function outputs, the servo output and the inte rated sounds can
be released by:
pushin the function keys and / or
automatically via the switchin inputs (except SUSI module). The
switchin inputs are released via external contacts, e. . via reed
contacts or Hall sensors in combination with permanent ma nets in
the rails.
The sounds of a connected SUSI module can be tri ered by the
function keys as well as by the switchin inputs that are assi ned to
these function keys.
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Mapping of the outputs to the function keys
The mappin of the outputs to the function keys and the switchin
inputs is arbritary. It is possible to assi n several function keys and
switchin inputs to one output.
Output DCC format MM format
AUX1 to AUX6 F0 to F28 F0 to F4 or
F5 to F9
(= F0 to F4 of a
2nd decoder address)
All function outputs can be switched inverted, i.e. when set to position
"on" the assi ned function output will be switched off, when set to
position "off" switched on.
4.5. Automated processes
The control software in the function decoder allows you to automate
procedures and to reduce complex processes to one keystroke.
Dimming depending on the velocity
You can automatically switch functions dependin on the velocity when
reachin a speed level defined in a CV. You assi n an individual volta e
to the function outputs for the ran es of speed levels underneath and
above the defined speed level. This allows for example to switch on and
off the hi h beam li ht, to control the cab li ht or to influence the
intensity of the steam output.
Special function for speed level 0
By pro rammin the special function for speed level 0 you can switch
on or off several function outputs and functions at the same time, you
otherwise had to switch sin ularly. This allows e. . to switch off several
li hts at once when parkin a locomotive in the depot (e. . front and
back li hts, cab li ht and undercarria e li ht).
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4.6. Feedback with RailCom**
RailCom is a lo for bi-directional communication in di ital model
railway layouts controlled in DCC-format. It allows e. . the feedback of
the address and the CV values from the decoder to the di ital central
unit or to special receivers (so-called detectors). The decoders must be
desi ned to send the RailCom messa es.
When so pro rammed, the FD-R Extended sends
on channel 1: continuously its (basic, extended or consist) address
(so-called RailCom broadcast data ramm) and
on channel 2: a CV messa e after a DCC CV read-out command.
Sendin RailCom messa es is only possible in layouts with a DCC si nal
on the rails. It is not possible to use the RailCom-function in a pure
Motorola environment.
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4.7. Overload Protection
As soon as the maximum total current of the decoder is exceeded, the
decoder automatically temporally switches off, in order to protect itself
from overheatin . This operation will be repeated until the overload has
been eliminated.
When the maximum current at one output is exceeded, but not the
maximum total current of the decoder, the overload protection of the
decoder is without effect, the output will be dama ed.
Attention:
When a short circuit occurs that bypasses components on the decoder
either to each other or to track volta e, the overload protection is not
effective. Examples:
contact between the decoder and the rails or metal parts of the
vehicle;
contact between not-isolated decoder connectin wires and the rails
or metal parts of the vehicle;
contact between accessories connected to the common return
conductor of the decoder and the rails or metal parts of the vehicle.
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4.8. POM-update
POM-update is a procedure allowin to update the decoder´s firmware
(= specific decoder software) without dismountin the decoder or usin
a specific device. POM-update is based upon pro rammin on main
(POM) for the DCC format.
Preconditions for usin the procedure are:
Function decoder FD-R Extended from version 2.0.
Di ital central unit with PC interface providin the DCC format and
POM. Hint: As nearly every manufacturer of central units uses his
own procedure for pro rammin on main, the POM-update can be
performed with the followin central units only (status 01/2015):
MasterControl (Tams Elektronik)
Intellibox 1 (Uhlenbrock**)
CS2 (Maerklin**)
The current list of central units allowin to perform the POM-update
is available on our homepa e.
PC. The system software must support Java.
Software "POM-Updater.exe": You will find it on the CD included in
delivery. It is also available on our homepa e for free download.
You can download the current firmware version of the decoder free of
char e from our homepa e. If you want to et information on new
firmware versions please subsribe to our newsletter on our hompa e.
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5. Technical specifications
Data format DCC and MM
Feedback lo RailCom
Supply volta e 12-24 V di ital volta e or
max. 18 V analo ue volta e
Current consumption
(without connected loads) max. 40 mA
Max. total current 1 500 mA
Number of function outputs
max. current per output
6
500 mA
Output for servo
max. current for servo output
1
5 mA
Output for loudspeaker
Playback
Impedance
Rated load-carryin capacity
1
mono
> 4 Ohm
> 0.1 Watt
Number of switchin inputs 3
Note: One switchin input is
for optional use as servo
output, then there are only 2
switchin inputs available.
Connection for buffer capacitor
Capacity
Electric stren th
1
220 to 1.000 µF
> 35 V
Interface SUSI
Protected to IP 00
Ambient temperature in use 0 ... +60 °C
Ambient temperature in stora e -10 ... +80 °C
Comparative humidity allowed max. 85 %
Dimensions without SUSI connector approx. 24 x 14 x 2,5 mm
Wei ht without cables / SUSI
connector
approx. 2
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6. Connections
Note the following comment in order to protect the
decoder from (maybe irreparable) damage!
Avoid all conductin connections between the decoder and
accessories connected to the decoder´s common return conductor for
all function outputs on the one hand and metal parts of the vehicle or
the rails on the other hand. Connections result for example from badly
isolated connectin wires (as well at the stripped ends of connectin
wires not in use) or insufficient fixin and isolatin the decoder or the
accessory, for example. Risk of short circuit! In this case the overload
protection of the decoder is not able to protect the decoder from
dama e.
Before connectin the li htin and other accessories to the outputs
check if the output´s current is below the maximum permissible value
per output and the total current is below the safe load. Should the
permissible output current be exceeded, this normally results in
dama e to the decoder. Exceedin the decoder´s total current will
lead to switchin off the decoder by the overload protection.
You should under no circumstances connect the decoder´s return
conductor for all functions to vehicle round. Risk of short circuit!
Old analo ue drivin transformers (e. . models in a blue housin from
Maerklin**) are not suitable for use with di ital decoders in analo ue
operation! These transformers have been desi ned for the older
supply volta e of 220 V and, due to construction, enerate very hi h
excess volta e impulses when chan in the drivin direction. When
usin them with the modern supply volta e of 230 V too hi h excess
volta e impulses can occur, dama in electronic parts on the
decoder. For that reason only use drivin transformers desi ned for a
net volta e of 230 V.
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6.1. Connector pin assi nment
Front side
Colour
of wire
Connection to
(for use of settin s in state of delivery)
X1 white AUX1 (li htin forward motion, function key F0)
X2 yellow AUX2 (li htin backward motion, function key F0)
X3 reen AUX3 (function key F1)
X4 violet AUX4 (function key F2)
X5 white AUX5 (function key F5)
X6 white AUX6 (function key F6)
X7
X8
brown
brown
Loudspeaker: X7 = connection A (si nal / -),
X8 = connection B (+)
X9 brown Ne ative pole (-) of buffer capacitor;
Earth connection for
reed contacts, Hall sensors and servo
X10
X11
red
black
Current collector (ri ht / left in direction of motion):
X10= ri ht current collector (or slider),
X11= left current collector (or vehicle round)
X12 blue Return conductor for all functions (+);
Positive pole (+) of buffer capacitor;
Supply volta e for Hall sensors
X13 rey Switchin input IN1
X14 rey Switchin input IN2
X15 oran e Servo output or switchin input IN3
Rear side
Colour
of wire Connection to SUSI interface
X16 red Supply volta e (PLUS)
X17 blue Clock (CLK)
X18 rey Data (DATA)
X19 black Earth (GND)
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