DAC10 Accessory Decoder

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Our first DCC product: the DAC10 Accessory Decoder, fully certified for LocoNet operation.

The DAC10 accessory decoder allows control of up to 8 solenoid or Tortoise type point motors on a DCC controlled model railway layout. The DAC10 also has provision for local switches and LEDs for manual operation & status indication. Its switch inputs can also be used for position feedback or as sensor inputs, using Loconet to report status to the central command station.

The features of the DAC10 include:

  • 8 high current multi-purpose outputs; each may be programmed to control solenoid type point motors (e.g. Peco) or continuously powered motors (e.g. Tortoise). Output type and timing is individually programmable for each output. An integral capacitor discharge unit is provided for momentary action motors. One output can throw two solenoid point motors allowing control of two points at crossings etc.

  • 10 sensor / switch inputs may be individually configured for controlling the 8 local outputs, or for generating Loconet sensor or point position feedback messages.

  • Each output may be controlled by DCC commands or by local sensor / switch inputs.

  • Each output may be programmed to follow another output (e.g. for crossings).

  • Operating power is derived from the DCC track input, with an auxiliary AC / DC power feed available if required;

  • Full operator configuration available by programming Configuration Variables (CVs);

  • An interface is provided for point position feedback and/or sensor input.

  • Display of the 8 output states is available via an optional add-on board, the DTX8.

  • NEW - screw terminals! We have been asked to improve output connections by a few customers

A block diagram of the board:

 

The production board measures 100mm x 100mm. LocoNet certification has been granted by Digitrax.

For those interested in learning more about the DAC10 unit, its manual is available for download.

Prices

£60 assembled & tested board;

Ordering Information

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Status

Production product successfully in use. LocoNet certified by Digitrax.

 

Application Notes

Please see our Application Notes page

In the event of difficulty, please consult our Frequently Asked Questions for this product in the first instance.

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