The digitrax complete train control system is our answer for model railroaders. The crandic automated traffic system cats is a jmribased application by rodney black for controlling and operating a model railroad. We also started a new section for the new layout command control lcc standard from the nmra which can be used to enhance your layout with signalling, accessory control, and other features. Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection at. Third party software cti model railroad computer control. If you prefer to control your motive power using digital command control, ctis software provides full support for the systems from all major manufacturers of pccontrollable dcc equipment. We feature beginner and advanced help on all model railroading scales, including layout track.
Actually a fullfeatured suite of software tools, kams software programs provide for all aspects of manual control, layout automation, and dispatching. Jmri is intended as a jumpingoff point for hobbyists who want to control their layouts with a computer without having to create an entire system from scratch. Starting with the complete line of dcc products from digitrax. Hi all, i am looking into software for dcc control. For small starter layouts up to 5x10 in dcc with 45 locos, the digitrax zephyr plus is a good inexpensive way to leap into dcc with a proven performer. Building an 22 x 24 n scale layout and initially started trying to develop a computer control system using jmri using cats. Sprog 2 dcc decoders programming via computer locgeek. How to use model railway software to make operation of your dcc. Beginners guide to command control and dcc national model. Buy products related to n scale dcc products and see what customers say about n scale dcc products on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Nce corporation tonys train exchange is your number one source for nce corporation digital command control products. His system is integrated with digitrax dcc control, but the train brain also works.
Model railroader is the worlds largest magazine on model trains and model railroad layouts. Just connect the hornby dcc elite controller via the usb port to a pc or laptop and. You can build control panels and control your layout using panelpro to set up signaling. Great deals on digitrax model railroad and train decoders. Digital command control dcc is a standard for a system to operate model railways digitally. Manufacturers of the highest quality dcc decoders and control systems for model railroads. Dcc model railroad digital control devices for sale ebay. It combines maximum functionality with simple operation, maximum convenience with most efficient way of working. Learn about digital command control dcc open source. As you may have already discovered, controlling a model train is a rather simple matter.
We explain why computer control can make operation of your dcc layout. Older and openframe motors will have a higher current draw than todays can motor, and some models may have more than one motor. Dcc hobby supply, dcc, digitrax, tcs, nce, soundtraxx, qsi, decoders, zephyr, super chief, blackstone models, bli blueline. Welcome to dcc train automation the first stop on your journey to model railway digital control solutions. Traincontroller is characterized by particularly simple and effective use as well as secure operation. The three most popular model railroad control software products today are railroad. Nce 524025 power cab complete dcc starter set with power supply.
The total track area available is approximately in 00 scale terms is. For instance, our units are the only high tech systems so elegantly designed that instructions for basic operations are printed on. With traincontroller, we offer worldclass software for model railroad computer control. Many modelers feel that dcc is worth the cost, but it is a consideration. Higher current necessary for larger motors several amps higher voltage than the other scales 24 volts higher. This is a victory for jmri and opensource software in general. Welcome to wiring for dcc for model train digital command control by allan gartner. The digitrax complete train control system is our answer for model railroaders who want to enjoy the excitement of the. Beginners guide to command control and dcc national. In order to provide you with the best online experience this website uses cookies. If you are just getting started with dcc software, we suggest that you read connecting your computer to dcc article. By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies.
Im a new member on this forum, but i have been busy reading up on dcc. Shop tonys trains exchange for nce dcc decoders, boosters, power supplies. We have been a pioneer in providing dcc components since mr. At the very basic level, all that is needed is two wires run to the track. Installation of decoders, services, dealer lenz digital plus, zimo, atlas, soundtraxx, marklin. The jmri project is building tools for model railroad computer control. All software is scale independent, internet enabled and supports all. Nce manufacturer of dcc electronics for model railroading. Jmri is an american opensource project for dcc train. Digitrax is a full time professional company dedicated to bringing superior engineering, quality and affordability to model railroaders everywhere. Digital command control dcc is one of the latest innovations in the hobby, however, there is still much confusion about what it is and how it works.
Whether you are a new hobbyist or experienced we have the knowledge and expertise to. It is based on the arduino opensource electronics platform, and uses an arduino motor. Modern software techniques make it possible to run the program on all major computer operating systems. Digitrax model railroad and train decoders for sale ebay. Cti electronics this software will control dcc trains and accessories such as turnouts, from a screenbased ctc panel and onscreen throttles. The mx10 is zimos command station for digital multi train control under the. Traincontroller gold is the ultimate control program for model railroads. It is about the same price as itrain on the lower levels but more capable and expandable. Since dcc is digital by nature, its easy to have computers control.
Xtrackcad is a great, free tool for designing your layout, developed by a group of model railroaders. Dcctrain for dcc digital command control dcc trains. The first time we ran a digital command control system we knew we couldnt live. For all dcc, selectrix and loconet compatible decoder and devices. Atrack for windows atrack is a powerful free extension to complement the facilities of your nce corporation power cab or power pro digital command control system and to assist you in running. Dcctrain offers ideas and information for dcc trains. We feature beginner and advanced help on all model railroading scales, including layout track plans, model. Digitrax complete train control makes reliable, realistic train operation and simplified layout wiring a reality. Digital command control dcc tophobbytrains offer the model hobbyist a variety of dcc command control options for the model railway. Command control owners can use their dcc system to do what it does best run trains, while using cti to costeffectively control switches, signals, sound, etc.
Bluerail has updated our app to support control of dcc trains, and partnered with established dcc experts in the industry to develop hardware, software and. When equipped with digital command control, locomotives on the same electrical section of track can be. Furthermore, since an operator is watching the trains and controlling the. A simple introduction to using a computer to control a model railway that uses digital command control. Digital command control dcc is an exciting field in model railroading that uses digital computer technology to operate model railroad trains. Dcc digital command control, the existing nmra standard for train control, is essentially a oneway bus that allows a single master command station to control mobile and stationary decoders over the. I have been modelling oo for over 50 years and have always used analogue control, i actually quite enjoy the wiring. G scale has some special requirements over smaller scales. Traincontroller gold is the choice of professionals and users with highest demands that want to control like the professionals.
In addition to cti, kam supports a wide variety of popular dcc systems, making it a great choice for users who wish to integrate ctis costeffective discrete control and sensing capabilities with dcc operated trains. Since dcc is digital by nature, its easy to have computers control, or monitor, your layout. The scale designations of the decoder can be a good clue. Controls locomotives with decoder as well as locomotives without own decoder e. Your command control system can respond automatically to ctis sensors, and work in partnership with ctis affordable control modules. Choosing a decoder for model trains and accessories. If you are new to dcc and are wondering what it is all about, this section is for you. Dcc wiring clinic 25 summary dcc wiring is different from dc blocks and cab control in consideration of wiring methods, but many of the same basic rules for electrical gaps etc. Although dcc trains can be controlled out of the box, most other functions require some programming via the bultin tcl programming language tcl train control language. But im spending more time trying to get and keep the.
So far i have tried the freiwald bronze package and the track setup is very clunky. Model rectifier corporation prodigy express dcc train controller. Nce 524007 ph10r power house pro 10 amp starter system with radio. All kind of feedback indicators, occupancy sensors or momentary. We didnt become one of the leaders in dcc with off the shelf thinking. The first time we ran a digital command control system we knew we couldnt live without one but, we couldnt afford it either. Dccwiki is an encyclopedia for sharing information about digital command control dcc as defined by nmra used in railroad modelling. Controlling model railroad operation increasingly uses dcc, and the sprog family of dcc devices offers the ideal solution for programming and maintaining your fleet of.
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