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Bachmann 36-568A

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

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Manufacturer description

A 6 Pin (NEM651) DCC Decoder suitable for models fitted with a 6 Pin DCC decoder socket (do not use with the Graham Farish 3F ‘Jinty’ and Class 64XX Pannier Tank – use 36-556RA with these models).

Highlights include:

Multi-mode (NMRA-DCC format, Motorola protocol, DC Analogue and AC Analogue (Marklin)) with Back EMF function

4 powered function outputs (+2 logic level/SUSI outputs)

0.8A continuous load

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

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

Operating Modes

Multi-mode (NMRA-DCC format, Motorola protocol, DC Analogue and AC Analogue (Marklin)) with Back EMF function

14, 28 and 128 speed steps

Short and Long addresses

Motor Control Features

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

0.8A continuous load

Variable pulse width frequency motor regulation (up to 40kHz)

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

Function Outputs

4 powered-function outputs with overload protection (2 outputs connect via solder pads)

500mA load per output

500mA total load of all function outputs

2 additional logic level or SUSI outputs

Shunting speed and momentum key selectable

Dimensions

14mm x 9mm x 2.5mm

Default Address

Address 3

Programming

DCC Service Mode & DCC PoM (Programming on Main)

Additional Features

RailCom® Feedback system

Upgradable firmware

This decoder is manufactured on behalf of Bachmann Europe by Zimo. For full technical specifications and instructions, please refer to the Zimo user guide for MX622N at www.zimo.at/web2010/documents/MX-KleineDecoder_E.pdf

Catalogue listing

Bachmann 6‑Pin DCC Loco‑Decoder (part number 36‑568A) is a compact decoder designed for model locomotives that have a 6‑pin NEM651 DCC socket. It should not be fitted to the Graham Farish 3F “Jinty” or Class 64XX Pannier Tank; those models require the 36‑556RA decoder.

The decoder operates in four modes – NMRA DCC, Motorola, DC analogue and AC analogue (Marklin) – and includes a back‑EMF function that can be disabled. Speed control is available in 14, 28 or 128 steps and both short and long addresses are supported. It can drive DC motors, including coreless types, with a continuous current rating of 0.8 A and a variable‑pulse‑width motor regulation up to 40 kHz. Over‑load protection and optional back‑EMF de‑selection are provided.

Four powered function outputs are fitted, each capable of 500 mA (500 mA total for all outputs), with overload protection; two of these outputs are accessed via solder pads. An additional two logic‑level or SUSI outputs are also available. The decoder features a brake‑button function on F2 for realistic braking control, and a selectable shunting‑speed/momentum key.

Physical dimensions are 14 mm × 9 mm × 2.5 mm and the default locomotive address is set to 3. Programming can be performed in DCC service mode or by DCC PoM (programme on the main). The unit incorporates the RailCom® feedback system and its firmware can be upgraded.

The decoder is produced for Bachmann Europe by Zimo. Full technical data and installation instructions are supplied in the Zimo MX622N user guide, available from the Zimo website.