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digital protocols in descending order is:
Priority 1: mfx; Priority 2: DCC; Priority 3: DC
Note: Digital protocols can influence each other. For trouble-free operation, we recommend deactivating
those digital protocols not needed by using CV 50. Deactivate unneeded digital protocols at this CV if
your controller supports this function.
If two or more digital protocols are recognized in the track, the decoder automatically takes on the
highest order digital protocol, example: mfx/DCC; the decoder takes on the mfx digital protocol (see
previous table).
Note: Please note that not all functions are possible in all digital protocols.
Notes on digital operation
• The operating instructions for your central unit will give you exact procedures for setting the
different parameters.
• The values set at the factory have been selected for mfx in order to guarantee the best possible
running characteristics.
Adjustments may have to be made for other operating systems.
mfx Protocol
Addresses
• No address is required; each decoder is given a one-time, unique identifier (UID).
• The decoder automatically registers itself on a Central Station or a Mobile Station with its UID-
identifier.
Programming
• The characteristics can be programmed using the graphic screen on the Central Station or also
partially with the Mobile Station.
• All of the Configuration Variables (CV) can be read and programmed repeatedly.
• The programming can be done either on the main track or the programming track.
• The default settings (factory settings) can be produced repeatedly.
• 14/28 or 126 speed levels can be set.
As delivered from the factory, the locomotive is programmed for 28 speed levels. If your locomotive
controller is set for 14 speed levels, then the locomotive must be reprogrammed (CV 29, Bit 1).
• Function mapping: Functions can be assigned to any of the function buttons with the help of the
60212 Central Station (with limitations) and with the 60213/60214/60215 Central Station (See help
section in the Central Station).
• See the CV description for the DCC protocol for additional information.
DCC Protocol
Addresses
• Short address – long address – multiple unit address
• Address range:
1 – 127 for short address and multiple unit address,
1 – 10239 for long address
• Every address can be programmed manually.
• Short or long address is selected by means of CV 29 (Bit 5).
• A multiple unit address that is being used deactivates the standard address.
Programming
• The characteristics can be changed repeatedly using the Configuration Variables (CV).
• The CV numbers and the CV values are entered directly.
• The CVs can be read and programmed repeatedly. (Programming is done on the programming track.)
• The CVs can be programmed in any order desired. (PoM - Programming can be done on the main
track). PoM is not possible with CVs CV 1, 17, 18, and 29. PoM must be supported by your central
controller (Please see the description for this unit.).
• The default settings (factory settings) can be produced repeatedly.
• 14/28 or 126 speed levels can be set.
As delivered from the factory, the locomotive is programmed for 28 speed levels. If your locomotive
controller is set for 14 speed levels, then the locomotive must be reprogrammed (CV 29, Bit 1).
• All of the functions can be controlled according to the function mapping (see CV description).
• See the CV description for the DCC protocol for additional information.
We recommend that in general programming should be done on the programming track.
SERVICE
Oil each of the axle bearings now and then with a drop of Märklin oil (7149).
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