ZIMO system update

Software update for MX10, MX10EC, MX32, MX32FU, MX33, MX33FU

Each of these system products (base units, controllers) has a USB socket for software updates (and for loading other data).
A USB stick containing a container file with the new software versions for several products (such as MX10, MX32, MX33) is plugged into this socket.
This container file also contains data files for symbols, images, texts or fonts.

The release of new software for 1 device (e.g. MX33) can, but does not necessarily have to mean new software for another (e.g. MX10). A new container file may therefore also contain older, still current software versions.
New software files of a container file are highlighted in the download area below. For example: MX33 is new, MX32 is included unchanged or not included if blank.

The updates workflow

The USB stick with the container file for the updates is inserted into EACH device in turn in order to carry out the updates - i.e. into the MX10 command station and all controllers, provided there are changes for the respective devices.

After inserting the USB stick, a list for selecting the desired activity is displayed.
This is done using the rotary knob (on the MX10) or the scroll wheel (MX32/MX33). The following item is usually executed:
"MX10 Update all" or "Automatic MX32 Update" or "Automatic MX33 Update",
Start the process by pressing the rotary knob (MX10) or the A button (MX32/MX33).

During the update process (which only takes a few seconds on the MX10, but may take several minutes on the MX32 and MX33 due to the graphics and photos to be loaded), the USB stick or power supply must of course never be removed.
At the end, you will be prompted to "Remove USB stick".
The device restarts automatically and is ready for operation again after the following start-up.

RECOMMENDATION: After updating the MX10, a cold start should be carried out, i.e. disconnection from the power supply for approx. 1/2 minute to ensure that internal capacitors are completely discharged.

Preparing the USB stick

  • Format the original ZIMO stick or commercially available USB stick with FAT32 (!)
    (new ones often have ExFAT)
  • Download container file (zip format) from this page
  • Unzip the zip file and save it to the USB stick
Notes on updates of older software and/or devices
RECOMMENDATION for MX32-CONTROLLER with SW version before 1.26.0001:

Before the update, back up the data, especially the Loco DB (object database) and, depending on its existence and importance, the other databases too.
Instructions below in the respective update info or see MX32 operating instructions.
Updates after SW version 1.26.0001 save automatically!

NOTE:

When using an MX32 on the MX1 command station (2000 or HS) with MX1-SW version 3.06, the MX32-SW version 01.18.0067 is required.

ZIMO Rolling Stock Library Info & Updates
NEW !
2025 08 26  

Rolling Stock Library ZIP file  ( including RollingStock1.zsc and RollingStock2.zsc )

DOWNLOAD

Importing the ZIMO Rolling Stock Library into an MX33

General information: Rolling stock for MX32 will follow shortly. Currently, two databases still need to be imported into the MX33, but soon this will be a single complete file. Ideally, the MX33 should be connected to the MX10 with a CAN cable for power supply.

  1. Download the ZIP file of the Rolling Stock Library to your PC (see above).
  2. Export the ZIP file to a USB stick suitable for the MX33 directly to the root folder (no subfolder).
  3. Plug the USB stick into the switched-on MX33. The MX33 scans for usable data. Confirm the message with button A for Continue. Screenshot of the MX33 display with current process
  4. Use the scroll wheel to select the ’Vehicle images" menu item and confirm with button A.
    Screenshot of the MX33 display with current process
  5. Select RollingStock1.zsc with the TP key (a green dot appears next to the name) and press the A key to start importing the first half of the rolling library. The process will take about 10 minutes.
    Screenshot of the MX33 display showing the current process

Once complete, the MX33 will display the two databases again. Use the TP key to deselect RollingStock1.zsc, the green dot will disappear, use the scroll wheel to switch to RollingStock2.zcs and select it with TP. Then use the A key to import the second half. This process will also take about 10 minutes. Once completed, the MX33 will again display the ‘Vehicle images’ menu shown above with the two databases. Use the E key to go back one menu and press the E key again to exit the USB menu. Remove the stick and the MX33 will restart.

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MX10      MX33   SW-Versionen  01.30.0847 / - / 01.01.0291

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ATTENTION:  Collective file does not contain an MX33 update! Do not apply to this!
                        MX33 update identical to version in collective file dated 5 June (see below).

 

WARNING:

If you use ZIMO MX821 accessory decoders or MX820 turnout decoders with a software version 3.0 (MX821 series) or older, or 5.0 (MX820 series) or older (aprox. 2019)

 in your system, you should UPDATE them BEFORE you load this system software version! Otherwise, these decoders may be inadvertently reprogrammed.

MX33 New Features / Improvements

  • ZIMO Rolling Stock Library (with approx. 800 locomotive photos, shared between the controller and ZIMO app) instead of the previous image database 
  • Improved visibility of the capture bar 
  • ZIMO Rolling Stock Library filter procedure (same as ZIMO app) 
  • In LoR display: shift-F key to switch to last active address 
  • House symbol in communication point as an indication that the controller is in the home system

   NOTE: Further new software versions for MX10, MX32, MX33 will be available shortly

Major bug fixes

  • In the ACC LIST display: Prevention of multiple ‘NEW’ displays when deleting a line 
  • Correction in the OP MODE menu after exiting identification 
  • Correction regarding storage of M/D (moment/duration), transfer and storage
  • Z21 speed controller error 
  • Prevention of incorrect shortening of vehicle names (often to 4 letters) 
  • Prevention of unsolicited screenshots 
  • Various minor bug fixes

News MX10

  • Adaptation to CV-Write standard 
  • Decoder GUI transfer with new datagram 
  • Change to the send logic for GUI transfer 
  • UDP datagrams for app

News Libraries

  • Image attributes for MX33 (MX32) 
  • Icon attributes for MX33 (MX32)

MX10_MX33_2025-08-28

Container file with full versions for MX10, MX33, MX33FU

The .zip folder contains the update file, not the fonts; these have not changed since 01.20.0001, therefore NO reloading of fonts is actually necessary.
If the fonts are missing, download the file Fonts120.zip and unzip it (along with the other update files) onto the USB stick. Then follow the instructions on the device.
Further information below in the archive at software version 01.20.0001.

ARCHIVE

Previous, outdated software versions.
The use of software versions from the archive is at your own risk!

MX10 & MX32 & MX33

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MX10      MX33   SW-Versionen  01.30.0838  /  -   / 01.01.0265

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MX10MX32        SW versionen  01.30.0830  /  01.30.0752   /  -

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MX10         MX33   SW versions  01.30.0718 /        -        / 01.01.0190

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MX10MX32MX33   SW versions  01.30.0700 / 01.30.0700 / 01.01.0172

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MX10MX32MX33   SW versions  01.30.0590 / 01.30.0556 / 01.01.0111

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MX33

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Software version 01.01.0080

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Software version 01.01.0070

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Software version 01.01.0063

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Software version 01.01.0058

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Software version 01.01.0017 (first update for MX33)

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Software version 01.01.0001

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MX10 & MX32 in container file

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Software version 01.30.0552 / 01.30.0540  (1 container file for MX10/MX32)

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Software version 01.30.0519 / 01.30.0524  (1 container file for MX10/MX32)

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Software version 01.30.0510 (1 container file for MX10/MX32)

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Software version 01.30.0501 (1 container file for MX10/MX32)

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Software versions 01.30.0405 / 01.30.0460  (1 container file for MX10/MX32)  Please note the WARNING!

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Software version 01.30.0300

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Software version 01.30.0200

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Software version 01.30.0100 (3. version of the „ZIMO GUI transmission“)

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Software version 01.30.0002 (2. version of the „ZIMO GUI transmission“)

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2022 06 08 Expand

Correction version 01.29.1000 to SW version 01.29.0106, ...0200, ...0400, ...0415, ...0422 and 01.29.0600

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Correction version 01.29.0600 to SW version 01.29.0106, ...0200, ...0400, ...0415 and 01.29.0422

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2021 11 02 Expand

Correction version 01.29.0422 to SW version 01.29.0415, 01.29.0106, 01.29.0200 and 01.29.0400

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Correction version 01.29.0415 to SW version 01.29.0106, 01.29.0200 and 01.29.0400

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Correction version 01.29.0400 to SW version 01.29.0106 and 01.29.0200

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Correction version 01.29.0200 to SW version 01.29.0106

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Correction version 01.29.0106 to SW version 01.29.0001

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2020 12 23 Expand

Software version 01.29.0001

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2020 10 23 Expand

Correction version 01.28.0400 to SW version 01.28.0200

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Software version 01.28.0200

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2020 06 10 Expand

Correction version 01.28.0030 to SW version 01.28.0005 and 01.28.0002

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Correction version 01.28.0005 to SW version 01.28.0002

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2020 05 18 Expand

Software version 01.28.0002

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2019 12 23 Expand

Correction version 01.27.0360 to SW version 01.27.0200

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Correction version 01.27.0351 to SW version 01.27.0001, 01.27.0110 and 01.27.0200

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Correction version 01.27.0200 to SW version 01.27.0001, 01.27.0110

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Correction version 01.27.0110 to SW version 01.27.0001

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2019 08 02 Expand

Software-Version 01.27.0001

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2019 04 19 Expand

Software-Version 01.26.0001/01.26.0002

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Korrekturversion 01.25.0101 zur SW-Version 01.25.0100

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Software-Version 01.25.0001

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Software-Version 01.24.0001

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Software-Version 01.23.0050/51 (Korrekturversion zu 01.23.0001)

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2018 04 27 Expand

Software-Version 01.23.0001

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Software-Version 01.22.0150/01.22.0151

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Software-Version 01.22.0001

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Software-Version 01.21.0500

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Software-Version 01.21.0001, ersetzt durch Korrekturversion 01.21.0015

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Software-Version 01.20.0150 - KORREKTURVERSION zu 01.20.0001 und 01.20.0100

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Software-Version 01.20.0100 - KORREKTURVERSION zu 01.20.0001 - Fonts unter 01.20.0001

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Software-Version 01.20.0001 - Neue Fonts für 01.20.xxxx bitte manuell nachladen

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Newer versions (above) no longer suitable for MX32 Rev.5!
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Software-Version 01.19.0200 - Neue Fonts siehe Eintrag 01.19.0001

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Software-Version 01.19.0001 - Neue Fonts für 01.19.xxxx bitte manuell nachladen

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2015 12 07 Expand

Software-Version 01.18.0052 für MX10 Anwendung (und 01.18.0067 mit dem "alten" ZIMO MX1)

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2015 08 14 Expand

Software-Version 01.17

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2014 11 20 Expand

Software-Version 01.15.1120 

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Software-Version 01.14.901   

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Software-Version 01.14.829   

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Software-Version 01.13   

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Software-Version 01.12

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Software-Version 01.10    

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Software-Version 01.09    

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Software-Version 01.08    

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Software-Version 01.07    

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2010 12 23 Expand Das zweite Update nach der Erstauslieferung  -  diverse Korrekturen und Ergänzungen expand  Expand
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