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ZIMO MXULFA Decoder Update Module
Last Updated 210307



The ZIMO MXULFA is a proprietary decoder update tool used to update firmware and load sound files on ZIMO decoders.

Like other brands and update tools, the MXULFA is made by ZIMO for ZIMO.  It is not intended to be a universal update tool.

The product can be used as a stand-alone device, with the MXTAP and future MSTAP series of decoder test modules, and also with the MX1/MX10 ZIMO Command Stations.

Loading Files

The MXULFA can be used as a stand-alone device by copying files to a traditional USB2.0 thumb drive or as a computer interface via the USB-MINI connection in conjunction with the ZIMO ZSP or ZCS software programs.

CLICK HERE for more information on ZSP Software

CLICK HERE for more infromation on ZCS Software
 
 
Upgrade Options
 
 
SBS4DCC offers replacement terminal blocks, suitable power supplies with US-type plugs and USB-MINI cables if you do not have these available.  

Note, the MXULFA is shipped with 1x terminal block and 1x USB2.0 thumb drive only.
  
 
 
Application Notes
 
 
Notes on MXULF for MS As of SW version 0.83.15, the decoder update and sound loading device MXULF is able to perform the following tasks for MS decoders: 
  • Software update from USB stick (SW collection file) via tracks.
  • Sound project loading from USB stick via track.… also via SUSI.
  • Sound project loading directly from Computer (ZSP) via SUSI. 

So this version still lacks SW update and sound project loading directly from the computer (ZSP) via track. 

Caution when using the MXTAP test and connection board with MS440 decoders.  MXTAP is a development of the MX era; although it can also be used for MS decoders, some particularities have to be considered:
  • The index pin of the MTC plug on the MXTAP is cut off, but the "stub" can pierce the solder lacquer on the MS440, contact a conductor track (on MX decoders MX644 none at this point) and destroy a diode (do not press it firmly for safety)
  • The function outputs starting from FO3 now occupy different pins due to adaptation to the valid NMRA standard; therefore display LEDs or designations do not match
  • The pin assignment of the MS large scale decoder is similar, but not completely identical to MX. Thus, an MSTAPK is offered though, but it only contains the connectors for the "small" MS decoders, not for large scale decoders; for latter an MSTAPG is in preparation.

  
 
 
New SUSI protocol to speed up loading of sound projects, implemented from: SW Version 0.62 (MXULFA) and SW Version 35.00, 34.10 partly (in Decoder) The Sound Project loading via "SUSI" (using the "SUSI" terminals of the decoder, but not the standard "SUSI" protocol) is up to 10 times faster than by rail. For decoders with direct connections (PluX, MTC & Next) the SUSI interface is integrated into these plugs: to connect to the MXULFA, this is best done by using the test and connection board MXTAP (-S, -V); see example above. Loading via the new "SUSI" protocol works much more reliable than the "old". It also enables the simultaneous loading of multiple decoders. Use several terminal boards MXTAP (-S or - V), connected together.


 
 

Unlike solutions that support a large number of types of decoders from different manufacturers, ZCS (ZIMO CV Setting Tool), which is developed and is maintained currently by Matthias Manhart, is focused on ZIMO decoders with graphical user interface.

In the field of sound configuration (where there is no Cross-manufacturer standards) a special program like ZCS has better options than a universal software, although the latter of course, has advantages, it just depends on the application. 

With firmware 0.61.26 for MXULFA, ZCS Version 4.05 is supported in the new so-called live mode for reading and writing CVs and to drive the decoder. The live mode is switched on and off using the button at the bottom left. Once the live mode is enabled, an additional window will appear with a software remote driver. The cab (Fahrpult) screen allows the direct driving of the decoder connected to the MXULFA with 28 functions. The button "Ërkennen" (Recognize) from the cab screen, reads and displays the version and type of the decoder, plus the firmware. In live mode, any changes to the CVs are directly transmitted to the decoder. In this mode the remote vehicle can be changed using the programming track or programming on the main (POM). To customize CVs, the mode POM "main line" is used because changes in the decoder can be observed directly. In the "CV" window, individual CVs can be read or written. To do this, click in the desired CV and press "r" for read or "w" for writing. In the main window, at the bottom, the last 4 commands to the decoder can be seen. Any error messages are displayed are also displayed here. 

In the penultimate ZIMO Newsletter (June 2014) the combination offer" MXULFA-PF "was presented, in addition to the MXULFA, this contains a license for the full version of the program P.F.u. Sch. or ADAPT (Advanced Driving and Programming Tool) of E. Sperrer. Meanwhile, the MXULFA also supports the TrainProgrammer of Railroad & Co., Freiwald software since version 8.0D2. Currently being prepared is RocRail, the free "Innovative Model Railroad Control System" for cooperation with MXULFA. There is also in the works plans to connect to DecoderPro (JMRI Project).
 
 
 

 

 

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