analyzr01, This is good question. Welcome to the forum! Marklin is using MOTOROLA format to communicate with decoders, there are most popular systems...
The Max values for CV's 2 thru 6 in my TRIX Manual is listed as 63. On ESU'S web site the PDF sys CV's 3 and 4 have a Max of 63 and the others (2, 5 &7) Max...
Walt, Welcome to the group! From the manufacture you may not get any answer. This is first time I head ESU changing decoders for different manufactures, I...
Group: Did get an answer for ESU. The CV's (2 thru 6)do have a max of 63 for programming, its multiplied by 4 in the decoder this is so the 2 digit system...
Hi I purchased the above maxi set but was a bit disappointed, can anyone advice how to convert this set so that the smoke generator and headlight work at full...
Lawrence, I installed ESU Loksound decoder with one function output for smoke unit, also directional light and advanced sound #52403. You can look at video...
I have a number of Questions: 1. ?availability of 120 transformers for use in US other than for starter sets 2. compatibility of new central station/ mobile...
Mike, Please download manual for Mobil station, you can find all answers there http://www.marklin.com/tech/Mobile_Station_60652.pdf It seems you can use you...
Re 3 - remove the connector assembly from the track (just undo the screws and disconnect the fastons) locate it somewhere convenient and connect it using...
Hi Alex Thanks so much for the the advice. Yes I would like more info, for starters I would like to change the sound generator.Seen your video if the sound is...
hageny1, Old Delta system still very good for small layouts and small number of engines in the collection, it is great for kids also if you don't need to use...
Layout is 11'x5'. 4 levels.Lower level all catenary. Completely digital. M track. Freight and service yard and turntable. Built by Dr. Tom Catherall (VP...
Hello Lawrence, You are welcome! First you need digital system to control this decoder. My advice is LENZ Set90 or Set100, but if you are going to collect...
Marklin HO metal track. 4 levels. Lower level is catenary and does not communicate with upper levels. 5'x13'. Two tables separate. Legs un bolt. Fully...
I am surprised that you feel disappointed with this set. I do not know how much it costs for you. However, in the North American market, this is the cheapest...
You wouldn't happen to have instructions and the parts required to make a Marklin 2 rail DC Ice Train work on three rail? I bought an 8371 a few years ago...
The easy bits:- The 8371 has a DC motor, so you must fit a suitable decoder (6081 is the one that was current when this item was new) in order to run off AC...
Sorry, sometimes I forget that I'm in a Marklin forum and since all I do anymore is Marklin I never think that there are other manuf. out there. Actually I...
Bill, Thanks for the info. So all I need is the decoder and that will make the whole thing basically work? IF I decided to make it catenary only i wouldn't...
If you using Uhlenbrock or ZIMO systems any decoder will work it must be with BEMF to provide best performance, ESU LokPilot can be reprogram with Central...