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Zimo FS890 (Next18 direct plug-in) Function Sound Decoder

Code: FS890

Zimo FS890 Function Sound Decoder Zimo FS890 Function Sound Decoder 13.6x9.3x3.1mm
No motor output
Stay-alive via STACO/LifeLink
Next18 direct plug-in
1W audio / 6 Functions

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Variants / Sub-Products

FS890N18Next18 direct plug-in

Description

The FS890 function sound decoder from Zimo is similar to MS (MS591) range but without motor output. 6 full power AUX function outputs for lighting, smoke generators, auto-couplings etc., energy storage facilities are via STACO or LifeLink connection.

Designed for vehicles that don't have a motor on board, such as dummy coaches in DMUs/EMUs, the FS890 is otherwise the equivalent of the MS591.

Technical Specification

  • 1W audio power
  • 8ohm speakers supported
  • 16-channel output
  • 11, 22 and 44 khz sounds supported
  • No motor output
  • 6 full power AUX function outputs, combined 0.5A (peak 0.7A)
  • 2 logic level outputs e.g. servo control / SUSI
  • Energy storage support is via external STACO or LifeLink kits
  • 128 MBit memory
  • Railcom
  • DCC, DC-Analog, MM (does not support MFX or AC-Analog)

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