CV29 sets the characteristics for 5 different decoder behaviors. The table below shows each characteristic and its value if it is on or off. Notice that if the switch is off the value is zero.

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To determine the value to program for your decoder just go down the list and add up the numbers for all the switches you want to set as ON. If you need to convert the decimal value

CV29 Examples of CV Values: The factory default value for CV29 is 06.

All Digitrax decoders are shipped from the factory with a value of 06 programmed in CV29. This shaded features below are the factory default characteristics.

Note: 06 hex is the same as 06 decimal.

For example, value of 27 programmed into CV29 will give your decoder the following characteristics: a normal direction of travel in reverse, operates in advanced 28/128 speed step mode, has analog mode conversion enabled, does not use a speed table and has 4 digit addressing.

Note: 27 hex is the same as 39 decimal.

On DT100 throttles (which use hexadecimal numbers) as you turn the throttle right hand knob to the right on a throttle, you will see 00, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 0A, 0b, 0c, 0d, 0E, 10, 11, 12 etc.

Because the 6 & b look very similar on the display, be careful.

If you use 0b, for example, as the value for CV29 you won't get the 06 effects you are expecting!