SignalPilot with 16 Outputs

SignalPilot with 16 Outputs

Details:

The ESU SignalPilot is a highly advanced multi-protocol signal decoder designed specifically for controlling complex daylight signal systems on modern digital model railway layouts. With 16 independently controllable outputs, it provides an exceptionally flexible solution for operating multi-aspect LED signals, semaphore signals, turnout drives and custom lighting effects with full prototypical realism.

Each output stage is designed using push-pull technology, allowing direct connection of LED signals with either common anode or common cathode wiring. This makes the SignalPilot compatible with a wide range of commercially available signal systems, including those from major European manufacturers, without the need for additional interface modules.

The decoder supports both DCC (with RailComPlus® capability) and Märklin® Motorola® formats, ensuring compatibility with virtually all modern digital command stations. Each output can be individually assigned to addresses or combined into complex signal aspects, enabling the creation of realistic 2-, 3-, 4- or multi-aspect signalling systems across an entire layout.

A key strength of the SignalPilot is its extensive lighting effect library. Each output can be configured for continuous light, flashing, pulsed operation, dimming or advanced prototype lighting simulations such as fluorescent flicker, gas lantern effects, defective lamp simulation and randomised switching behaviour. This allows modellers to create highly realistic station environments, yard lighting and fully animated signalling systems.

Configuration is handled primarily through ESU LokProgrammer software, which allows users to define signal aspects graphically and assign wiring layouts automatically. Once programmed, the decoder manages all signal logic internally, reducing the need for complex external control systems.

The SignalPilot is ideal for modellers building highly detailed signalling layouts, where multiple interlocked signal aspects must be controlled dynamically. Outputs can be grouped into logical signal blocks and assigned to turnout addresses, enabling realistic route-based signalling operation across complex station throat areas, mainlines and yard entrances.

The decoder can be powered either directly from the digital command station or from an external AC/DC power supply. Integrated protection circuitry safeguards all outputs against short circuits and overload conditions, ensuring long-term reliability even in demanding installations.

Features:

• 16 independent push-pull outputs for signal and accessory control
• Compatible with LED signals using common anode or common cathode wiring
• Supports DCC with RailComPlus® and Märklin® Motorola® protocols
• Individually configurable outputs with address mapping
• Advanced lighting effects including fading, flicker and random behaviour
• Full support for multi-aspect signal systems (2-, 3-, 4- or multi-aspect)

Additional Information:

• Outputs: 16 push-pull outputs
• Supported Protocols: DCC (RailComPlus®), Märklin® Motorola®
• Output Type: Push-pull transistor outputs
• Maximum Load per Output: 250 mA
• Configuration Method: ESU LokProgrammer software (recommended) / POM
• Operating Modes: Continuous light, flashing, pulsed, dimming, prototype lighting effects
• Signal Types Supported: LED signals, semaphore signals, turnout drives
• Addressing: Individual or grouped output mapping
• Power Supply: Digital track power or external AC/DC supply

Measurements:

• Length: 86mm
• Width: 86mm
• Height: 25mm