DCC Concepts DCD-ZN218.6A

Zen Black Decoder: 21 pin MTC and 8 pin connection. 6 full power functions. Includes 1x ABC module.

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Manufacturer description

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. This pack includes 1x ABC board to use with automatic braking functionality.

Decoder features:

• – 1.1 Amps peak power
• – 750mA continuous power
• – 6 functions at 100mA each
• – 22mm x 16mm
• – 21-pin direct, 8-pin & harness
• – One-Step Loco Setup
• – Shuttle mode (requires ABC boards for this to function)

Catalogue listing

DCC Concepts Zen Black Decoder (part number DCD‑ZN218.6A) is a model railway decoder offering a 21‑pin motor control (MTC) connection and an additional 8‑pin connection. It provides six full‑power functions, each drawing 100 mA, and can deliver up to 1.1 amps peak power with a continuous current of 750 mA. The unit measures 22 mm by 16 mm and includes a one‑step locomotive set‑up procedure.

The decoder incorporates extended automatic braking and shuttle capabilities, which require the supplied ABC (automatic braking) board to operate. It also features advanced brown‑out protection to enhance reliability. Each decoder is tested a minimum of three times before packaging, and the pack includes one ABC module for use with the braking function.