KB88: DS64 Option Switches - Overview

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The DS64 is a powerful stationary decoder that can be used to control different devices on your railroad. It can be used on both command control and analog model railroads.

The DS64 is configured by the settings of different Option Switches (OpSw's), listed below:


  • OpSw01 - Solenoid or slow motion devices
  • OpSw02 - Pulse Timeout, 200ms
  • OpSw03 - Pulse Timeout, 400ms
  • OpSw04 - Pulse Timeout, 800ms
  • OpSw05 - Pulse Timeout, 1600ms
  • OpSw06 - Output Auto Power Up
  • OpSw07 - Factory-default Reset
  • OpSw08 - Regular/Extended Startup Delay
  • OPSw09 - Timeout Option
  • OpSw10 - Throttle/Computer Option
  • OpSw12 - Sensor Input Option
  • OpSw13 - Sensor Input Option
  • OpSw14 - Command Option
  • OpSw15 - Sensor Input Option
  • OpSw16 - Route Operation Option
  • OpSw17 - Enable Crossing Gate Function 1
  • OpSw18 - Enable Crossing Gate Function 2
  • OpSw19 - Enable Crossing Gate Function 3
  • OpSw20 - Enable Crossing Gate Function 4
  • OpSw21 - Message Option

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