The D16 decoder is a single sided mobile decoder with NEM-651 connector. The decoder is designed to integrate into the RTB digital control infrastructure.
User Guides
- User Guide - DE
- User Guide - EN
The decoder has the following features,
- NEM-651 connector
- DCC
- DCC-A automatic logon
- DCC-R protocol extension
- Service Mode Programming
- Railcom
- Channel 1/2
- POM, xPOM
- DYN: Speed, QoS, Track-voltage, Motor-current, AUX-current, Temp, Distance travelled
- Single sided
- Dimension: 17 x 11 mm
- 7-20V track voltage
- heartbeat LED
- adjustable max motor current (default 300mA)
- adjustable max AUX current (default 500mA)
- over temp protection
- Function output: LV/LR (dimmable, 1.4kHz) open drain
- Function output: AUX1/AUX2/AUX3 logic level (3.3V)
- optional external buffer capacitor (max. 1500uF)
- <10mA idle power consumption
- Firmware update over main tracks via DCC-R protocol
The current PCB layout uses SMD footprints with 0.5mm pitch and mainly 0402 parts. Reflow soldering is recommended, handsoldering will be difficult.
- 6-layer PCB, FR4, 17 x 11 x 0.8mm (single sided)
- CPU: AVR64DA32
- Motor bridge: DRV8231
- Connector: NEM-651
Filename structure: { pcb }{ code }{ version }.hex
Example: D16F0001.hex
| Description | |
|---|---|
| pcb | Name of matching hardware (D16) |
| code | Type of code contained (R=rom, B=bootloader, F=flash, U=bld update, P=UPDI factory code) |
| version | Release version (####) |
| top | bottom |
|---|---|
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Some YouTubes to see the D16 decoder in action.
This project is intended for hobby use only and is distributed in accordance with the Apache License 2.0 agreement.