tams elektronikEnglish FD-R Extended1. Getting startedHow to use this manualThis manual gives step-by-step instructions for safe and correct fitting andconnecting of the decoder, and operation. Before you start, we advise youto read the whole manual, particularly the chapter on safety instructionsand the checklist for trouble shooting. You will then know where to takecare and how to prevent mistakes which take a lot of effort to correct.Keep this manual safely so that you can solve problems in the future. Ifyou pass the decoder on to another person, please pass on the manualwith it.Intended useThe function decoder FD-R Extended is designed to be operatedaccording to the instructions in this manual in model building, especiallyin digital model railroad layouts. Any other use is inappropriate andinvalidates any guarantees.The function decoder FD-R Extended should not be mounted bychildren under the age of 14. Reading, understanding and following theinstructions in this manual are mandatory for the user.Checking the package contentsPlease make sure that your package contains: one or five function decoders, depending on the versionwithout or with soldered connecting wires orwith soldered connecting wires and a soldered SUSI plugconnector; one or five buffer electrolytic capacitors (220 μF / 35 V); one or five suppression chokes (470 μH / 90 mA); a CD (containing the manual, Software "POM-Updater.exe" andfurther information).Page 4