Märklin Central Station Free Update Now Available

In 2007 Märklin GmbH announced a new software and hardware update for the 60212 Märklin Central Station. We are pleased to announce we have now received from the factory another shipment of components, which should cover the majority of units which need to be updated. We can now update Central Stations at the Wm. K. Walthers, Inc. Märklin service center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

What are the features of the update?

In addition to the programming of routes, the update also includes a connection for the s88 feedback module to provide feedback on operating status, along with connections for digital devices of the predecessor generation, 6021 Control Unit as well as the 6015/6017 Booster.

Furthermore, from now on the Central Station will also include push/pull train control. It will also be possible to activate the stop command for the locomotive and the function for brake squealing via a soft key located directly on the touch screen monitor.

The Central Station has also expanded back-up functions: Thanks to storage capability on the computer, user settings and data can be backed up and read back in.

How do I submit my Central Station for update?

Consumers who purchased their Central Station or 29825/29851 Mega Starter Set from an authorized North American Märklin dealer and reside in North America: Simply download the Central Station Update form and follow the instructions on the form. To defray your cost of shipping the Central Station to Walthers for update, a $10 coupon good toward your next Märklin purchase from an authorized North American Märklin dealer will be included in your return shipment.

Consumers outside North America: Visit the Märklin GmbH website for information on how to get your Central Station updated: www.maerklin.de/systems/index2.html

How long will it take for the update? Depending on the quantity of Central Stations that come into the service center at a given time, Walthers expects to complete updates within 2 to 4 weeks.

If you have technical questions regarding the update, please contact our digital consultant, Dr. Tom Catherall at tom@marklin.com.

Central Station Update Form Download