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Central Station 3 Update - 12/1/2023
The new software version is 2.5.1(0). Click on the link below to be taken to the CS3 Updates page on the Märklin website.
Software-Updates CS3 / CS3plus
From keeping your track clean to lighting kit installation, from converting analog engines to understanding digital decoders, from basic digital operations to advanced digital control - there is a lot to know and a lot to learn. Lucky for us "digital dudes" Curtis and Rick from Marklin Inc. have been publishing newsletters and running webinars on all topics Marklin with emphasis on all matters digital .
It is a treasure trove of very useful information - stuff you didn't know you didn't know, or didn't know is possible.
- Digital Newsletters
- Webinars
2024
In this issue, Rick explains the different digital locomotive decoders available from Marklin/Trix/LGB and Curtis discuss the Loop Macro function on the CS3.
In this issue, Rick explains the basics of how to properly lubricate a model locomotive and Curtis breaks down a track power feed system.
In this issue, Rick covers the topic of programming a decoder with a Central Station 2 or 3/3+ and Curtis shares a beginner's equipment guide towards Central Station events.
In this issue, Rick covers the topic of a default address for a locomotive with an mfx decoder, and Curtis explains wireless connections with Central and Mobile Stations
2023
In this issue, the first article covers the basics of the new WLAN Mobile Station and the second is an overview of system accessories for a layout.
In this issue, our first article is about grade when ascending or descending to another level of a layout, and our second article is about programming a shuttle route into a CS3.
35-5 September 2023
In this issue, Rick talks about the history of some of his favorite Märklin accessories while Curtis revisits the layout from the May/June 2023 Märklin Digital Newsletter.
35-4 August 2023
In this issue, Rick has a fun article the history of the Märklin Digital Rail Cranes and Curtis explains Setting Up a Layout for Event Automation
35-3 June 2023
In this issue, Rick discusses how to do more difficult conversions turning an analog engine into digital, and Curtis covers the topic of signals and semaphores.
35-2 March 2023
In this issue, Rick discusses older Märklin cranes, which fall into the category of digital accessories, and how to control them with modern controllers, and Curtis covers the topic of Event Controls in a Layout Merge or Split.
35-1 January 2023
2022
In this issue, Rick talks about uploading custom sounds onto a Märklin Sound Decoder (mSD/3 decoder) and Curtis explains Setups for Yard/Depot Constructs
34-6 November 2022
Rick takes a deeper dive into controlling the C-Track turntable with a Mobile Station 2 and Curtis takes a look at Controlling Contacts
34-5 September 2022
In this issue, Rick discusses controlling the C-Track turntable with a Mobile Station 2 and Curtis offers a Quick Guide to Marklin/Trix Track Plan software.
34-4 August 2022
Rick discusses how to stop a train with a signal and a brake module and Curtis explains the Central Station 3/3+ Block Macro
34-3 June 2022
In this issue, Rick covers the many avenues of wheel cleaning and Curtis explains what is needed to track and animate locomotives.
34-2 March 2022
Rick’s article conquers how to convert a couple of early Märklin models and Curtis’ covers tips and tricks on updating your Central Station 2
34-1Jan, Feb 2022
2021
Common Questions to Ask when Troubleshooting Your
System
Creating an Events Legend for Tracking Your Events
33-1Jan, Feb 2021
A Guide to Track Cleaning
Using A Digital Multimeter for Testing Your Track
33-2Mar, Apr 2021
Lighting Passenger Cars
Connections for Track Power
33-3 May, June 2021
Using M83’s with Older Components
33-4 July, Aug 2021
Installing the C-Track Turntable (47861) in a CS2
Comparing Event Programming Between CS2’s and CS3’s
33-5 Sep, Aug 2021
Basic Function Mapping with a CS3/3+
C-Track Geometry, In Depth
33-6 Nov, Dec 2021
2020
Understanding Marklin Signals: Light Signals
Creating Central Station 3/3+ Events with Macros: The
Macro IF
32-1 Jan, Feb 2020
Understanding Marklin Signals: Semaphores
Marklin’s mDecoderTool3 Software Revisited
32-2 Mar, Apr 2020
Marklin Color Schemes: Wires and Plugs
Central Station 3/3+ Running the Macro LOOP
32-3 May, June 2020
Marklin Parts: Sliders
Connecting a CS3 AND a CS3+ to a Single Layout
32-4 July, Aug 2020
Marklin Production Dates
Programming a Cross-Traffic Depot Station Bypass Track
(Basic to Advanced)
32-5 Sept, Oct 2020
Hacking a Track Power Indicator. Serials.
Thinking Through the Challenges of Automating a Depot
Bypass
32-6 Nov, Dec 2020
2019
Repairing a 74490 Turnout Motor
31-1Jan, Feb 2019
Automatic Routing for Mobile Stations, Pt.1
Addendum to mFX Article in Vol. 31 – 1.
31-2Mar, Apr 2019
How to set up S88s in the Central Station
Automatic Routing for Mobile Stations, Pt.2
31-3May, June 2019
Choosing an S88 (S88 link, S88 AC, S88 DC) 31-3
M84 In Depth Review
31-4 July, Aug 2019
M84 Settings in the CS2
31-5Sept, Oct 2019
Custom CS3 Icons
Understanding CV charts in the Marklin Decoder Manuals
31-6Nov, Dec 2019
2018
How to set up S88s in the Central Station
Advanced programming and sensor tactics: Multi-Line
Shuttle setup, Event Nesting. Multi-train setup. Passing
Line setup
30-1Jan, Feb 2018
Locomotive Maintenance
M84 (60841-60842) and hookup with track lights, stop
blocks and constant power accessories
30-2Mar, Apr 2018
Marklin Motors – Overview of the various types of
motors and upgrades.
Staging Yards – Variation of Sensor Control. Comparison
against base method.
30-3May, June 2018
Grade Crossing Modification for #7292M Model Grade
Crossing
Connecting your CS3 to a computer
30-4July, Aug 2018
New Grade Crossing 9212 and connection with an M84
Details on CS3 Software Update V 1.3.3(1). Highlights
new advanced Script/Event features
30-5Sept, Oct 2018
Replacing signal post on Marklin Grade Crossing.
Creates a 3-line to 1-line shuttle track. Introduction to
new event step conditions installed in 1.2.2.(1) update. In
depth look at event nesting.
30-6Nov, Dec 2018
2017
Digital Upgrade – Serie Ae 3/6II Lok
Central Stations 2/3/3+ Master/Slave Connections
29-1Jan, Feb 2017
Digital Upgrade w/sound – Austrian Krokodile
Line Merging – Pt1, deals with Branch Lines
29-2Mar, Apr 2017
Steam Locomotive Upgrade
M83 – An in Depth Look, Part 1
29-3 May, June 2017
Locomotive Upgrade – Adding an Auxiliary Function
M83 – An in Depth Look, Part 2
29-4 July, Aug 2017
Marklin mDecoder Tool, Pt 1 – mDT3 Decoder tool
CS3 Creating Track Board Plans
29-5Sept, Oct 2017
Marklin mDecoder Tool, Pt 2 – mDT3 Decoder tool
Practical Track Events and Sensor Use
29-6Nov, Dec 2017
2016
Central Station Basics – Locomotives
Memory Scripting Events Part 1
28-1Jan, Feb 2016
mFX Locomotives "Not Found"
Basics – Digital Decoders
Distance Signal Update
Memory Scripting Events Part 2
28-2Mar, Apr 2016
Mobile Station 2 & 3 (Pt 1)
Troubleshooting and Entering Locomotives
Layout – Blocks, Signals and Braking Modules
28-3May, June 2016
Mobile Station 2 & 3 (Pt 2)
28-4July, Aug 2016
Turnout motor and decoder installation
Automating Passing Lines
28-5Sept, Oct 2017
Modifications – Big Boy Lights to White
CS3 Updating
CS3 Transferring Data from a CS2
28-6Nov, Dec 2016
2015
How to install custom icons in the Central Station 2.
Track planning your layout for digital automation
27–1July, Aug 2015
MFX signal setup and features
Wiring – Track Sensors
Wiring – S88 & L88 Feedback Modules
27–2Sept, Oct 2015
Central Station 2 overview and setup
Updating the Central Station 2
Automation, Layout & Memory pages
27–3Nov, Dec 2015
