ESU 58210 LokSound 5 Fx decoder, DCC/MM/SX/M4 »Blank decoder«, 8-pin NEM652, with speaker 11x15mm

The LokSound 5 Fx is a special feature of the LokSound family: it has no output and is specially designed for use in control cars or driveheads that require a sound but do not have a model drive themselves. By omitting the motor part, it can still offer all the sound functions of the other LokSound 5 members in a size of only 21.5 mm x 15.5 mm.
LokSound 5 Fx decoders are offered with an 8-pin interface according to NEM652 or a 21MTC intersection and always come with an 11 x 15 mm "sugar cube" speaker and sound capsule set.
Modes
Like all family members, the LokSound 5 Fx is a true multi-protocol decoder. It masters the DCC data format as well as Motorola®, Selectrix® and M4. In DCC format, 14 to 128 running steps are just as self-explanatory as 2- and 4-digit addresses and up to 32 functions. Using RailComPlus® technology, the decoders are registered fully automatically on a suitable digital center.
It masters all DCC programming modes and can be both controlled and programmed with compatible digital centers: Thanks to RailCom®, the CV values ​​on the main track can be read out with suitable control panels. Auxiliary registers are available for control panels that can only program the CVs from 1-255.
Motorola® users benefit from up to 28 running steps at 255 addresses. Three additional Motorola® addresses enable the triggering of 16 functions. A built-in programming mode also allows reprogramming with the venerable 6021 control unit. The M4 protocol enables automatic login to mfx®-compatible control panels.
The LokSound 5 Fx Decoder detects Märklin® braking distances as well as ZIMO® HLU braking commands or the Lenz® ABC system. "Braking" with DCC brake blocks or with DC voltage is also possible. It also stops with a Selectrix® braking diode. An ABC commuter train system enables automatic commuting between two stations.
The LokSound 5 decoder can be used on analog DC and AC networks.
The decoder switches fully automatically between operating modes "on the go". In most cases, nothing needs to be adjusted.
Sound
The LokSound 5 Fx decoder can play up to 12 channels simultaneously. Each channel can be resolved with up to 16 bits / 31250 kHz and offers hi-fi quality on your system. There is virtually no difference to the original sound anymore. A class-D audio output stage with up to 3 W output drives the speakers, which can have an impedance between 4 ohms and 32 ohms. A 128 Mbit sound memory provides sufficient capacity.
All individual sounds can be individually adjusted in volume. The super flexible sound generator without a fixed schedule enables exemplary simulation of all conceivable railway vehicles.
Functions
There are also some lights that can be switched on in the control car or the drive head. That is why we have equipped the LokSound 5 Fx with 6 amplified function outputs. In the version with 21MTC interface, 6 outputs have been added for controlling servos or logical level outputs. All important lighting functions are available. The brightness of each output can be set separately.
Motor
Although the LokSound 5 Fx does not have a motor output itself, it still "simulates" one. This is used for synchronization with the motor car, where ideally a "full-fledged" LokSound 5 decoder does its job. In the train connection, this ensures that the brakes squeal at the same time or that the lights also change direction at the same time.
Operational reliability
A PowerPack can be connected to the LokSound 5 micro DCC Direct Kato USA on request to cover dirty track sections.