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Zimo MS481 ('R' 8pin on harness, 'F' 6pin on harness and PluX16 direct plug-in) Sound Decoder

Code: MS481

Zimo MS481 Sound Decoder Zimo MS481 Sound Decoder 19x11x3.1mm
0.8A continuous / 1.5A peak
16V direct stay-alive (up to 1000uF) or more via LifeLink/STACO01
8pin on harness, 6pin on harness and PluX16 direct plug-in versions
3W audio at 4 or 8 ohm
6 Functions

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Variants / Sub-Products

MS481R'R' Version 8pin plug on wired harness

MS481F'F' Version 6pin plug on wired harness

MS481P16'P16' Version PluX16 direct plug-in

Description

The MS481 sound decoder from Zimo is their primary small-scale sound decoders for the MS range, packed with all the features you have come to expect from Zimo, plus 6 AUX function outputs for lighting, smoke generators, auto-couplings etc.

The MS481 can have up to 1000uF (16V) added directly for stay-alive, or you can connect more via a LifeLink or STAC01 connector.

Replaces the MS480, the primary difference being the greater audio output (1W 8 ohm on the MS480 vs up to 3W at between 4 and 8 ohm on the MS481).

Technical Specification

  • 3W audio power
  • 4 or 8ohm speakers supported
  • 16-channel output
  • 11, 22 and 44 khz sounds supported
  • 0.8A continuous motor output / 1.5A peak for short periods
  • 6 AUX function outputs, max combined 0.6A
  • 2 logic level outputs e.g. servo control / SUSI
  • Energy storage support (16V direct up to 1000uF) or more via LifeLink/STAC01
  • 128 MBit memory
  • Railcom
  • DCC, DC-Analog, MM, AC-Analog, Mfx

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