Bachmann 36-557A 21Pin DCC Loco Decoder - With Brake Button
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30 Day Returns Policy
30 Day Returns Policy
Warranty/ Faulty: Refund or Exchange
If you are having trouble with any of your purchases, and suspect it could be a warranty issue, then please email or phone us to go through your item's history of use and background. We are very reasonable when it comes to faults, and will try and resolve any concerns you have as quickly and painlessly as possible.
Each product is covered by the respective manufacturers warranty policy and some products may have individual components that are covered by separate warranties and time frames. We do not offer any additional product warranties outside the manufacturer’s warranty.
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If the product is required to be sent back to our suppliers for assessment, we will cover this cost.
We will always try to resolve any warranty concerns as quickly as possible, where any delay is incurred we will communicate this to you.
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When sending items back for exchange, refund, repair or warranty assessment please post to our main office at the following address:
Hobbytech Toys
18/276 Leach Highway
Myaree
WA
6154
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Description
This is the Bachmann 36-557A 21Pin DCC Loco Decoder - With Brake Button.
A 21 Pin (21MTC) DCC Decoder suitable for models fitted with a 21 Pin DCC decoder socket (do not use with the Bachmann Branchline Class 90 – use 36-569A with these models).
This decoder replaces item No. 36-557 and can be used in any model for which item No. 36-557 is recommended
Highlights include:
Dual-mode DCC/DC decoder with Back EMF function
10 powered function outputs (+8 logic level outputs and 2 logic level/SUSI outputs)
1.5A continuous load
RailComPlus® for automatic registration when used with selected DCC systems
Suitable for models equipped with DC motors (including coreless motors)
Brake Button function for realistic control of braking (operates on F2)
Operating Modes
NMRA/DCC with 14, 28 and 128 speed steps
Short and Long addresses
DCC and DC operation (DC operation is de-selectable)
Automatic recognition of operational mode and DCC speed step selection
Supports Lenz® LG 100 braking sections
Supports ABC braking sections
Motor Control Features
Suitable for models equipped with DC motors (including coreless motors)
1.5A continuous load
Motor regulation with pulse width frequency from 10kHz to 50kHz
Motor output overload protection; Back EMF (de-selectable)
Function Outputs
10 powered function outputs with overload protection (4 via 21MTC pins, 6 via solder pads)
10 logic level outputs (8 via 21MTC pins, 2 via solder pads)
250mA load per output
500mA total load of all function outputs
2 additional logic outputs
Shunting speed and momentum key selectable
Brake Button function for realistic control of braking (operates on F2)
Dimensions
21.4mm x 15.5mm x 4.5mm
Default Address
Address 3
Programming
DCC Service Mode & DCC PoM (Programming on Main)
Additional Features
RailCom® Feedback system
RailComPlus® automatic Registration
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does order processing take?
Most orders received before 14:00 are shipped out the same day.
How long will it take to receive my order?
Depending on where you are located - Standard shipping normally takes 3-5 days.
Where is Hobbytech Toys Located?
Hobbytech Toys is located at Unit 18, 276 Leach Highway, Myaree, Western Australia, 6154
Store Opening Hours
Hobbytech Toys is Open Monday - Saturday 09:00 -17:00 & Sunday + Most Public Holidays 11:00 - 17:00.
We are closed on New Years Day, Australia Day, Anzac Day & Christmas Day.
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