Bachmann 36-566A

8 Pin DCC Loco-Decoder (with Brake Button function)

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Manufacturer description

A 8 Pin (NEM652) DCC Decoder suitable for models fitted with a 8 Pin DCC decoder socket.

This decoder replaces item No. 36-566 and can be used in any model for which item No. 36-566 is recommended

Highlights include:

Dual-mode DCC/DC decoder with Back EMF function

4 powered function outputs

0.9A continuous load

RailComPlus® for automatic registration when used with selected DCC systems

Suitable for models equipped with DC motors (including coreless motors)

Operating Modes

NMRA/DCC with 14, 28 and 128 speed steps

Short and Long addresses

DCC and DC operation (DC operation is de-selectable)

Automatic recognition of operational mode and DCC speed step selection

Supports Lenz® LG 100 braking sections

Supports ABC braking sections

Motor Control Features

Suitable for models equipped with DC motors (including coreless motors)

0.9A continuous load

Motor regulation with pulse width frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz

Motor output overload protection; Back EMF (de-selectable)

Function Outputs

4 powered-function outputs with overload protection

250mA load per output

500mA total load of all function outputs

Shunting speed and momentum key selectable

Brake Button function for realistic control of braking (operates on F2)

Dimensions

25.5mm x 15.5mm x 4.5mm (+ wiring harness)

Default Address

Address 3

Programming

DCC Service Mode & DCC PoM (Programming on Main)

Additional Features

RailCom® Feedback system

RailComPlus® automatic Registration

This decoder is manufactured on behalf of Bachmann Europe by ESU. For full technical specifications and instructions, please refer to the ESU user guide for Lokpilot Standard 59020 at https://www.esu.eu/en/downloads/instruction-manuals/digital-decoders/

Catalogue listing

Bachmann 8‑Pin DCC Loco‑Decoder (Part No 36‑566A) is a dual‑mode DCC/DC decoder designed for models fitted with an 8‑pin (NEM‑652) decoder socket. It replaces the earlier item 36‑566 and is compatible with any model for which that decoder was recommended.

Key features include a Back EMF function, four powered function outputs, a continuous load capacity of 0.9 A, and RailComPlus® automatic registration with selected DCC systems. The decoder works with DC motors, including coreless types, and supports NMRA/DCC speed steps of 14, 28 and 128, short and long addresses, and both DCC and DC operation (the DC mode can be de‑selected). It recognises the operational mode automatically and can be used with Lenz® LG 100 and ABC braking sections.

Motor control provides pulse‑width regulation between 10 kHz and 50 kHz, overload protection and optional Back EMF disabling. The four function outputs each carry a maximum of 250 mA (500 mA total) and include overload protection; the brake button function is assigned to F2 for realistic braking.

The decoder measures 25.5 mm × 15.5 mm × 4.5 mm, plus a wiring harness, and defaults to address 3. It can be programmed in DCC Service Mode or via DCC PoM (Programming on Main). Additional capabilities include RailCom® feedback and RailComPlus® automatic registration.

The unit is manufactured by ESU on behalf of Bachmann Europe. Full technical data and installation instructions are available in the ESU Lokpilot Standard 59020 user guide.