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Bachmann 36-570A

Plux22 DCC Loco-Decoder (with Brake Button function)

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Manufacturer description

A Plux22 (NEM658) DCC Decoder suitable for models fitted with a Plux22 DCC decoder socket.

Highlights include:

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

11 function outputs (9 powered and 2 logic level)

1.2A 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)

1.2A continuous load

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

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

Function Outputs

9 powered-function outputs with overload protection

800mA load per output

800mA total load of all function outputs

2 additional logic level outputs

Shunting speed and momentum key selectable

Dimensions

22mm x 15mm x 3.5mm

Default Address

Address 3

Programming

DCC Service Mode & DCC PoM (Programming on Main)

Additional Features

RailCom® Feedback system

Capacitor connections

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 MX633P22 at www.zimo.at/web2010/documents/MX-KleineDecoder_E.pdf

Catalogue listing

The Bachmann Plux22 DCC loco‑decoder (manufacturer part number 36‑570A) is a NEM658 standard decoder intended for models that provide a Plux22 DCC decoder socket. It supports multiple operating modes, including NMRA‑DCC, Motorola protocol, DC analogue and AC analogue (Marklin), with optional back‑EMF detection, and offers 14, 28 or 128 speed steps with both short and long addresses.

The unit can drive DC motors, including core‑less types, and supplies a continuous current of up to 1.2 A. Motor speed is regulated by variable pulse‑width frequency up to 40 kHz, and the motor output includes overload protection and a de‑selectable back‑EMF function.

There are eleven function outputs: nine powered outputs each capable of 800 mA with overload protection, giving a total powered load of 800 mA, and two additional logic‑level outputs. A brake button function is provided on function F2 for realistic braking control, and the decoder includes selectable shunting speed and momentum settings.

The decoder measures 22 mm by 15 mm by 3.5 mm, defaults to address 3 and can be programmed in DCC service mode or on the main (PoM). Extra features include the RailCom® feedback system, capacitor connections and upgradable firmware. The device is manufactured for Bachmann Europe by Zimo; full technical details are in the Zimo MX633P22 user guide.