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multiMAUS Compatibility – all useable devices
1. Previous Lokmaus systems
All ROCO digital devices which are based on X-Bus technology can be combined with the multiMAUS. These in-
clude:
Lokmaus 2 / PowerMouse / Lokmaus R3: 10760 / 10790 / 10860 / 10792,
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amplifiers 10761 and 10764,
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boosters 10762 and 10765,
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interface 10785,
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transformers 10718 and 10725,
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ROCO feeder tracks 42517 (RocoLine), 61190 (Roco geoLINE),
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and all ROCO add-on devices.
The ROCO Lokmaus Digital-is-Cool system – 1 10750 and central control unit 10751 – can be used with the
multiMAUS without restriction to all its functions. All you need is the 10759 translation device which is connected
directly (or via the 10758 distributor) to the "Slave" socket of the booster. You can then use the Lokmaus 1 to control
addresses 1 – 8 and the light plus one other additional function. The digital cranes can also still be controlled by
the Lokmaus 1. All decoders must be set to "14 speed steps" because the Lokmaus 1 can only control this mode.
2. Add-on devices and decoders
The multiMAUS is compatible with X-Bus systems e.g. the Lenz Digital Plus System (X-Bus and XpressNet) and
the HKE digital system. For more detailed information on connecting the multiMAUS to these systems, contact the
respective manufacturer or consult a specialist or local dealer.
On a system controlled by the multiMAUS, you can use not only locomotives with ROCO locomotive decoders but
also vehicles with decoders from other manufacturers, as long as they are in line with the NMRA / DCC standards.
Even locomotives made by other manufacturers can be equipped with ROCO decoders if the necessary room for
installation is available. See the operating manual for the respective decoder.
Using Locomotives without a Digital decoder and multiMAUS
Do not use locomotives without a decoder with the multiMAUS. The locomotive has a completely different voltage
supply and would cause very disruptive, high frequency noise. There is also a danger that the motors would become
damaged.
It is imperative that you do not connect a normal transformer on the same circuit parallel to the digital control-
ler. This could destroy the digital booster!
You can also equip existing locomotives with a locomotive decoder. This is a quick and easy process when using
ROCO locomotives with a digital interface because the decoder simply has to be plugged into a socket inside the lo-
comotive. You do not need to perform any mechanical work on these locomotives because the space for the decoder
is already provided. Instructions on how to install a decoder are also included in the manuals for these locomotives.
Even locomotives made by other manufacturers can be equipped with ROCO decoders if the necessary room for
installation is available. If they are equipped with a digital interface the conversion is just as easy as with a ROCO
locomotive. If you wish to install the 10745 load-controlled locomotive decoder, the locomotive will require a direct
current motor or the existing all-current motor will need to be converted to direct current before installation.
Section 3 Appendix
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