In contrast to accessory decoders (a.k.a. stationary decoders), Zimo’s MX8 accessory modules are controlled via the CAN bus, not the track, and use the same bus for true turnout feedback.
As such, they operate independent from the track, are not affected by short circuits and do not rob valuable track power or add more data to the DCC bus in either direction.

It controls all types of switches (solenoids, motor, slow-motion motors or EPL), light bulbs or LED’s. Lights can be actuated to simulate the heavy light bulbs of prototype signal lights by slow illumination and dimming; CV adjustable dimming time.
14 auxiliary inputs are available for forced turnout switching, actuated by the train directly, via reed switches etc. Turnouts can be mapped freely to input pins, even several turnouts per pin.