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Accessory and function decoders can be classified into different types: function decoders for locos and cars understanding the new motorola 2 format, function decoders for locos and cars understanding the old motorola 1 format, stationary decoders for turnouts and accessories.
The 60960 loco function decoder
| chip | 701.22 |
| functions | f1, f2, f3, f4 |
| addresses | 80 adr., DIP switch |
| size | 24 × 18 × 8 mm |
Function decoder for locos and cars understanding the new motorola 2 format. Since 1997. Makes the four functions f1 - f4 available.
By adding two transistors BST 51, and three resistors (2 * 47k and 3,9 Ohm), the 60960 can be extended to a 60961, which additionally has direction dependent light functions. The conversion becomes obvious from comparing photos of both decoders.
Links:
- Schematic of the 60960-decoder by Jürgen Schad
- Picture 1 and 2 of the 60960 from Hans-Günter Heiserholt
- Picture 1 and 2 of the 60961 from Hans-Günter Heiserholt
- Some comments (in German) on the conversion from 60960 to 60961 by Hans-Günter Heiserholt
- German "manual" on how to wire the 60960 and other decoders by Ralf Büker
The 60961 loco directional function decoder
| chip | 701.22 |
| functions | f0, f1, f2, f3, f4 |
| addresses | 80 adr., DIP switch |
| size | 24 × 18 × 8 mm |
Function decoder for locos and cars understanding the new motorola 2 format. Since 2001. Principally identical to a 60960, but with additional direction dependent outputs, suitable e. g. for directional headlights.
Links:
- Picture 1 and 2 of the 60961 from Hans-Günter Heiserholt
The k84 (6084) accessory decoder
| chip | 145027 |
| functions | 4 on/off accessories |
| addresses | 64 adress groups, DIP switch |
| size | 100 × 54 × 22 mm |
Stationary decoder for 4 permanent-switched accessories, e.g. house illumination.
The k83 (6083) turnout decoder
| chip | 145027 |
| functions | 4 pairs, for 4 turnouts |
| addresses | 64 adress groups, DIP switch |
| size | 100 × 54 × 22 mm |
Stationary decoder for four turnouts.
Links:
- Comparison and discussion on 6083 and compatible (other manufacturers') decoders
- Schematic of the 6083 (jpg) by Kenneth Pallund
- Schematic of the 6083 by Bo Brændstrup
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The k73 (6073) turnout decoder
| chip | 145027 |
| functions | 1 pair for a turnout |
| addresses | configurable via solder pads |
| size | -- × -- × -- mm |
Stationary decoder for one turnout. To be mounted into an M-track turnout. Connection requires soldering. Principally suitable for any turnout. Basically a 1/4 of a 6083.
Links:
- Comparison and discussion on 6083, 6073 and compatible (other manufacturers') decoders
- Details from märklin USA.
The 74460 C-track turnout decoder
| chip | 145027 |
| headlight | directional |
| functions | aux. function |
| addresses | 256 adr., DIP switch |
| size | -- × -- × -- mm |
Stationary decoder for one turnout. To be mounted into a C-track turnout. Simple plug-in concept. Principally suitable for any turnout. Basically a 1/4 of a 6083.
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