SwitchPilot 3 decoders are optimised for stationary use on your layout and can switch conventional double coil point machines, light signals, magnetic uncouplers, light bulbs or other stationary consumers. In order to simplify the previously rather cumbersome configuration of magnetic decoders, the SwitchPilot 3 has an innovative operating concept consisting of a 4-line, illuminated OLED display as well as three input buttons.
Operating modes
The SwitchPilot 3 is multi-protocol capable and can be used with Märklin® Motorola® system command stations (e.g. 6021, Central Station® or Mobile Station®) as well as DCC-capable command stations. The configuration can take place on the main track as well as on the programming track. Thanks to RailCom®, CVs can also be read out.
Mode of operation
The SwitchPilot 3 can be supplied either directly from the digital system or from an external DC or AC voltage source. It has a total of 8 transistor outputs, which are grouped into 4 output pairs 1 to 4. Each output pair contains two outputs (OutA and OutB) and can be individually configured for the desired application: In pulse mode, the output is switched on as soon as a switching command is received. The fact that the output automatically switches off again as soon as the time stored in the decoder has elapsed prevents solenoid drives from burning out. In momentary operation (K83-compatible) the output remains active as long as the button on the control panel is pressed. This operating mode is suitable for turnout drives with limit switching or for uncoupling tracks. In bistable continuous operation (k84-compatible), the two outputs are switched on and off alternately: When the first button (red) on the control panel is pressed, output Out A is switched on. It remains active until the output Out B of the same output group is activated by pressing the assigned key (green). Out A and Out B behave like a toggle switch. In alternating flasher mode, the outputs Out A and Out B of an output pair are switched on alternately with an adjustable flashing frequency. The alternating flasher is started with the "Straight/Green" command of the assigned button and stopped again with the "Branching/Red" command. Optionally, the output can also be slowly faded up and down (so-called "zoom" for incandescent lamp simulation). With the operating mode switch of the SwitchPilot 3, you can switch all output pairs together to the operating mode "k83" or "k84" in a flash, regardless of how they are configured.
Feedback
As the SwitchPilot 3 is RailCom®-capable, all settings can be read out and changed directly in the installed state if desired. In conjunction with an ECoS as an ideal "partner", the SwitchPilot 3 can detect and display the actual switch position for suitably prepared point machines. Finally you have the certainty that your turnout has switched correctly!
Setting
The SwitchPilot 3 can be flexibly set either on the programming track with DCC-centrals or on the main track with POM ("Programming on Main") or it can also read out CVs by means of RailCom®. If desired, it also learns the addresses directly via a programming button. Of course, the easiest way to set up the decoder is with the integrated OLED display and the three input buttons: All (!) settings can be checked directly on the decoder and changed if desired. Programming" with the help of your control unit is not necessary. It really doesn't get any simpler than this. For firmware updates, the ESU LokProgrammer can be used.
Protection
As with our locomotive decoders, the outputs of the SwitchPilot 3 are also largely protected against overload. We want you to enjoy your decoder for as long as possible.
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