DCC Concepts DCD-ZN218.4.2
Zen Black Decoder: 21 pin MTC and 8 Pin Connection. 4 powered + 2 logic functions
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A massively versatile decoder!
- 21-pin connector for 21-pin ready DCC installs!
- 8-pin plug for 8-pin ready DCC installs!
- Harness loom included for hard-wire DCC installs!
The perfect decoder - suitable for an absolutely huge range of installations!
Zen decoder software has always been smooth, clever and easy to use but our new BLACK decoder range takes this to a new level, with extended and improved automatic braking and shuttle abilities, simple-to-use ONE step locomotive set-up and advanced brown-out protection.
All of our decoders are tested at least 3 times before we package them for sale, so we know that they all work perfectly when we sell them and you can be quite confident that reliability is assured.
Decoder features:
- 1.1 Amps peak power
- 750mA continuous power
- 4 functions at 100mA each
- 2 additional “logic” functions
- 22mm x 16.5mm
- 21-pin direct, 8-pin & harness
- One-Step Loco Setup
- Shuttle mode (requires ABC boards for this to function)
- Stay-Alive connection
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DCC Concepts Zen Black Decoder (part number DCD‑ZN218.4.2) is a multi‑function DCC decoder designed for a wide range of installation types. It offers a 21‑pin connector for DCC systems that use a 21‑pin standard, an 8‑pin plug for 8‑pin installations, and a harness loom for hard‑wire applications.
The decoder delivers a peak power of 1.1 amps and a continuous supply of 750 mA. It provides four powered functions, each drawing up to 100 mA, plus two additional logic functions. Its physical dimensions are 22 mm × 16.5 mm. Key features include a One‑Step locomotive set‑up, shuttle mode (usable with ABC boards), a Stay‑Alive connection, advanced brown‑out protection and an extended automatic braking system. All units are tested at least three times before packaging to ensure reliability.