ZIMO MX820E DCC Accessory Decoder - Single Turnout Control

ZIMO accessory decoders are used to operate and generate feedback from turnouts, light and semaphore signals, magnetic uncouplers and similar devices.

ZIMO accessory decoders are compatible any type of turnout and signal drive unit including twin coil solenoids, Kato/LGB bi-polar solenoids, DC motors, slow-motion switch machines and PIKO EPL motors.

ZIMO accessory decoders conform to applicable NMRA DCC Standards and Recommended Practices including programming and opreration through accessory addresses and Rail-Com compatability.

ZIMO accessory decoders also offer updatable firmware, including Synchronous Update using the MXULF-A.


ZIMO MX820 DCC Decoders offer the following features:

The MX820 is the "standard model" for accessory control in the ZIMO decoder range.  It comes in several variations of two formats, has plenty of power, operates all types of turnout controllers, and has a unique waterproof variation for outdoor railroads.

Turnout control models feature manual control switch inputs and LED position indicator outputs.

Models with lighting outputs feature a unique option for addressable "Day/Night" dimming.

Decoder Formats:

Dimensions: 
MX820D: .91 x .48 x .12 inch (23 x 12 x 3 mm)
MX820E,X: .75 x .44 x .08 inch (19 x 11 x 2 mm)
MX820V,Y,Z: .75 x .44 x .12 inch (19 x 11 x 3 mm)
 
 
Specifications:

• 1.0A Continuous Power
• 3.0A Max Pulse Power
• 2-4 Manual Switch Input
• 8-16 - Normal "Open Collector" Function Outputs
• [D] Waterproof Casing

Feature Summary:

• Service and "Search and Program" OPs Mode Psuedo-Programming
• Controllable motor output time, speed and direction
• Programmable manual switch inputs
• Addressable "Day/Night" dimming control
• NMRA bidirectional communication (RailCom)
• Controllable initialization cycling 
• Short circuit protection
• Thermal protection
• Reliable overload protection
• NMRA bidirectional communication (RailCom)
• User updateable firmware, including Synchronous Update using the MXULF-A.

ZIMO Features and Characteristics:

• Conforms to applicable NMRA DCC Standards and Recommended Practices.
• Address range from 1 ... 511.
• Supports Operations Mode (Program On Main) and Service Mode (Program Track) CV Programming.
• Special programming mode called "Pseudo Programming" for Operations Mode programming.
• Hard reset with CV #8 = 8; Optional hard reset to Alternate CV Set or sound project with CV #8 = 0.
• User Updatable - Install the latest firmware yourself, in minutes, at no charge and without opening the locomotive. All ZIMO decoders come with this feature (including function and accessory decoders).  The new firmware is always available at no charge from the ZIMO or ZIMODCC web site. (Requires MX10, MXULFA, or other device)

ZIMO Safety Features:

• Reliable high voltage protection and short circuit protection for motor and function outputs.
• Thermal protection (100 - 120 C), shuts decoder down and notifies user with flashing headlights.
• Safe for use with track voltage up to 40 V.

ZIMO Light Output Features:

• 8-16 Normal function outputs on Light decoder types.
• Variable cycle times and minimum dim values.

ZIMO Feedback Features:

• RailCom - bidirectional communication hardware is found in all ZIMO decoders:
• CV "on-the-main" read-out and confirmed programming
• RailCom address feedback
• Many more RailCom applications in future software releases

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