In February 1999, at the Toy Fair in Nürnberg, ESU introduced their first product to a world public: The LokSound "classic" decoder combined the Digital decoder and a Sound module in one unit. Thus it was possible for the first time, to reproduce, beside the Light-and running functions, the true sounds of a Loco. The LokSound decoder was one of the first Multi- Protocol decoders that made it possible to operate on DCC, as well as on Märklin-Motorola-Layouts.
Since then the world's biggest model railroad manufacturers build upon ESU competence and put ESU products into their locos, or have us develop their Digital Systems for them. Choose today from a wide range of decoders, sound decoders, digital controllers and model railway electronics compatible with most manufacturers' products and ready for retrofit or the new industry standard now being introduced.
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HOW TO ORDER YOUR SOUND DECODER: • Select the right decoder for your system • Download the list of sounds for that decoder • Match the sound with your engine type. (samples of sounds can be found on the ESU website) • Use the product number to order your decoder with the sound pre-installed.

LOKSOUND DECODERS
	NEW! LokSound Select decoders The LokSound Select is a versatile DCC & DC "Dual Mode" decoder integrating a full-featured, 8 channel sound system, six lighting outputs and a 1.1A motor controller. Measures (36mm x 15.5mm), does not need any heat sinks. Comes with a removable, 9 pin standard harness with 18cm of length for flexible installation in older brass and pre DCC-ready models. An optional 8 pin NMRA connector can be alternatively wired to the decoder's JST connector to make it a "plug & play" decoder. Has 32MB memory chip with Multiple whistle and horns; a playable whistle; 8 channel sound; synchronised brake squeal; manual notching and individual volume control. Steam and diesel decoders produce 20 sound effects, customisable; download new sounds with LokProgrammer. Firmware updatable.
Shining lighting effects include 6 outputs with 0.25A current each that can be allocated individually to a light effect, which simulates the light patterns of many popular warning beacons. Besides D312 Rotary beacon, strobe and alternate flashing, there is a firebox flicker, smart flicker, Mars light, Gyralight, Ditch lights (two types), Oscillating Headlights, Stratolight and many more. The Rule 17 dimmable headlight can be either controlled automatically or by function button. A LED brightness correction feature now also allows using LEDs for lighting effects. Decoders come preprogrammed with between 2 and 4 engine sounds (for 17 different prime mover types) and up to 22 functions - download LokSound Select list HERE [PDF 20KB]. ESU 73401 - 73417 LokSound Select.[O & HO gauge - for DCC and DC] $150.00
	All LokSound V3.5 decoders have an extremely capable processor. This is complemented by a 16MB flash memory chip sound storage, which contains the sounds, and an extremely powerful audio amplifier. Lastly, the sound is reproduced through especially developed high-performance speakers. All LokSound decoders are based upon a sound-technology with exceptional key-values: The flash memory records sound data, which is transferred via a polyphonic, four channel mixer with an active filter, to the last stage amplifier. Beside the actual prime mover sound, up to three more sounds, such as bell, whistle or brake squeal can be reproduced for Steam engines, Dieselelectrics, Dieselhydraulics, Electro-Locos, or Locos with a transmission (e.g. Rail bus, Doodlebug). Decoders come preprogrammed with any of over 250 sounds - download V3.5 list HERE [PDF 28KB]. (Includes 2 models without sound so you can program your own on a PC.)
ESU 52401 to 52498 LokSound V3.5 [O & HO gauge - for DCC and Motorola]. $268.50 ESU 52400 LokSound V3.5 [O & HO gauge - for DCC and Motorola]. With no sound installed so you can program your own. $248.25 ESU 52400 LokSound V3.5 [O & HO gauge - for DCC and Motorola]. With no sound installed so you can program your own with 21MTC connector. $269.75
	The LokSound micro V3.5 is small enough to fit into gauge N and TT rolling stock and still gives you all the features: complete Digital decoder (DCC, Motorola®, Selectrix®); two light outputs; integrated sound-section, equal to that of its bigger brothers, and two user selectable function outputs. The LokSound micro ships with a 6 wire harness and a NEM651 compatible interface, 16MB flash memory chip, together with a new 16 x 25 mm (0.6 x 1.0 inch) speaker. Decoders come preprogrammed with any of over 23 sounds - download microV3.5 list HERE [PDF 32KB]. (Includes 2 models without sound so you can program your own on a PC.)
ESU 52801 to 52894 LokSound Micro V3.5 [TT and N gauge - for DCC, Motorola and Selectrix]. $265.25 ESU 52800 LokSound Micro V3.5 [TT and N gauge - for DCC, Motorola and Selectrix]. With no sound installed so you can program your own. $248.25 ESU 52899 LokSound Micro V3.5 [TT and N gauge - for DCC, Motorola and Selectrix]. With no sound installed so you can program your own with 8 pole NEM 652. $248.25
	The LokSoundXL V3.5 works with DCC - or Märklin®-Motorola systems, as well as with LGB®- MTS®'s typical domino sequencing set up for the function keys and fits in all locos of these gauges. Handles DCC and Motorola®. In DCC mode it will operate with 14, 28 or 128 speed steps. The decoder recognizes the speed step number automatically. Stores up to 65 seconds of sound data in its 8 MB flash chip. This is transferred to a 1.5 Watt, last stage high performance bridge tied amplifier via four polyphonic sound channels. Together with our ESU Loudspeakers (16 - 32 Ohm) or Hi-Fi loudspeakers (8 - 16 Ohm), your engines will really sound their best in the future. Load dependent strain (de-selectable) is as much taken for granted, as Doppler effect, or separate volume adjustment for each of the channels. Programmable, firmware updatable. Decoders come preprogrammed with any of over 50 sounds - download XL V3.5 list HERE [PDF 28KB]. (Includes 2 models without sound so you can program your own on a PC. You can also download more than 200 proper sounds for American prototypes from the ESU website and transmit it onto the decoder using the LokProgrammer.)
ESU 52501 to 52594 LokSoundXL V3.5 [G and 1 gauge - for DCC and Motorola]. $396.75 ESU 52500 LokSoundXL V3.5 [G and 1 gauge - for DCC and Motorola]. With no sound installed so you can program your own. $380.25 ESU 52599 LokSoundXL V3.5 [G and 1 gauge - for DCC and Motorola]. With no sound installed so you can program your own with a 21MTC connector. $380.25
	LokSound V3.0 M4 is designed to operate with Märklin's mfx®-data format. All locos with mfx-decoder automatically register at the command station. Allows for up to 16384 locos, turnouts or signals simultaneously. Can change all the parameters in a mfx-decoder (even while loco running)! Also operates (without sound) on analogue AC layouts. The diecoder has a 16MB flash memory chip. Decoders come preprogrammed with any of over 70 sounds - download V3.0 M4 list HERE [PDF 32KB].
ESU 62401 to 62498 LokSound V3.0 M4 [O and HO gauge - for Märklin]. $305.25 ESU 62400 LokSound V3.0 M4 [O and HO gauge - for Märklin]. With no sound installed so you can program your own. $293.50 ESU 62499 LokSound V3.0 M4 [O and HO gauge - for Märklin]. With no sound installed so you can program your own with a 21MTC connector. $293.50
LOKPROGRAMMER
	LokProgrammer Do you want to experience the appropriate sound of your favorite locomotive on your layout? No Problem with ESU LokProgrammer. All you need is a PC with sound card, serial interface (COM port) and Windows 95 or 98. Simply record the original sound of the locomotive and edit the sound files on your PC. You can modify all settings of any ESU decoder - all Loksound decoders and LokPilot - with the aid of the LokProgrammer as desired. Thus nothing will stand between you and your particular "railway feeling". Thanks to the graphic surface of Windows the optimal adaptation of your decoder will be a success even without any programming knowledge or experience. It has never been easy to adapt and adjust a digital decoder. What can you do with a LokProgrammer? Modification of the stored sound files Setting / adjusting of all digital parameters of the Loksound decoder eg: address, acceleration, maximum speed, deceleration, dimming of headlights, and many more. All options can easily be adjusted by using the mouse and therefore no cumbersome entry of CVs (configuration variables) with your controller is required. Compile new sound files and store on LokSound decoder. You can use any sound which you can store on the hard disk of your PC. Sound effects may be assigned to certain events. Activating additional sound effects via function keys
ESU 53451 LokProgrammer set: LokProgrammer unit, with Australian approved power supply, serial cable, manual, CD, USB adapter. $322.25
SPEAKERS
	LokSound Loudspeakers For LokSound V3.5, LokSound micro and LokSound mfx decoders loudspeakers are available in various sizes: 20mm, 23mm, 28mm, 40mm, 20x40mm and 2x16mm. Should there be insufficient space, then the speaker may have to be installed in a permanently coupled wagon - directly behind the engine. The sound chamber is an absolute necessity, since it provides the required pressure to the membrane of the speaker.
ESU 50339 Loudspeaker 13mm, 100 Ohms, without sound chamber. $13.50 ESU 50440 Loudspeaker 16 x 25mm, square, 100 Ohms, without sound chamber. $13.50 ESU 50441 Loudspeaker 20mm, 100 Ohms, with sound chamber. $13.50 ESU 50442 Loudspeaker 23mm, 100 Ohms, with sound chamber. $13.50 ESU 50443 Loudspeaker 28mm, 100 Ohms, with sound chamber. $13.50 ESU 50444 Loudspeaker 40mm, 100 Ohms, with sound chamber. $13.50 ESU 50447 Two loudspeakers 16mm, oval, each 50 Ohm, with sound chamber. $13.50 ESU 50448 Loudspeaker 20mm x 40mm, square, 100 Ohm, with sound chamber. $13.50
	Loudspeaker for LokSound XL LokSoundXL decoders come without speakers and you have to purchase the one best suited to your model. Speakers for LokSoundXL are available in three dimensions: 40mm, 57mm or 78mm. The same rule applies for sound quality: the larger the speaker, the better the sound.
ESU 50336 Loudspeaker Visaton SC4.7ND, 41x70mm, square, 8 Ohm. $13.50 ESU 50337 Loudspeaker Visaton FRS5, 50mm, round 8 Ohm. $25.50 ESU 50338 Loudspeaker Visaton FRS8, 78mm, round, 8 Ohm. $25.50 ESU 50445 Loudspeaker 57mm, 16 Ohms, with sound chamber. $25.50 ESU 50446 Loudspeaker 78mm, 32 Ohms, with sound chamber. $25.50 ESU 50449 Loudspeaker 40mm, 32 Ohms, with sound chamber. $25.50
Models shown here include new releases for 2010. For specifications or more information about other ESU models visit the ESU website. You can reprogram all ESU sounds by yourself if you wish. Use the LokProgrammer 53451. If you need help with this please contact support@loksound.de. or sales@allaboardexclusive.com.au You can order these and other models in the catalogue direct from All Aboard Exclusive ON-LINE.