Dcc support integrated support for nmra standard digital command control. Third party software cti model railroad computer control. Whats the best dcc system for me a noob question youtube. Gaugemaster dcc02 prodigy advance 2 starter package. Gaugemaster gm2210101 gbrf class 66789 british rail 19481997 large logo blue brand. Model railway digital control categories digital control.
Any or multiple scales digital controllers products hattons. Hornby developed its railmaster product and bachmann europe did the same with its railcontroller software. To minimise wiring for points and signals on systems that retain dc control for traction rather than dcc. Jmri is intended as a jumpingoff point for hobbyists who want to control their layouts with a computer. Gaugemaster prodigy dcc accessory decoder for four accessories. The story of dcc must start with analogue control, or direct dc, whereby an electric model. How to use model railway software to make operation of your dcc. Dcc controller for sale in uk 26 used dcc controllers. This item is the software required to create your own low cost dcc controller command station. Dynamis ultima dcc system with evaluation railcontroller software code. Hopefully, this article will get you set in the right direction on finding the best system for you buying a digital command control system is a big investment, both in time and hardware. Please see the software page for other software relating to trains at a more general level. Works on dcc or dc limited operation on dc works with nmra loco, accessory or signal addressing.
Hi all, i have the titled item unused from when i was going to model ngage. Gaugemaster other dcc80 dcc autofrog the autofrog makes automating dcc frog polarity switching quick and simple. For a newcomer to dcc or for the operation of a smaller layout, this system is a great choice. Selecting a digital command control system dccwiki. The center connects the system and the digital locomotives via wifi using a smartphone apple ipad, iphone, android tablet or android phone and the control apps. As an owner of a mrc prodigy express among other dcc systems, i would suggest looking elsewhere.
Hardware modules descriptions, block diagrams, and images of our control modules. The jmri project is building tools for model railroad computer control. Digital control digital control systems accessory decoders digital decoders locomotive sound decoders boosters cobalt. The first issue has been encountered straight away.
Whether you are a new hobbyist or experienced we have the knowledge and expertise to help you find products to suit your needs. Gaugemaster prodigy advance dcc command control system dcc02. You can also control layout power, turnouts, routes, and access jmri web panels and windows. Omni 8 pin direct plug decoder 5 pack any or multiple scales. Gaugemaster dcc01 prodigy express digital dcc controller. Welcome to dcc train automation the first stop on your journey to model railway digital control solutions. The hornby elite digital controller is more than capable of answering the needs of most railway layouts twin control with press dial function, 17 button alpha numeric keyboard, wide function lcd screen, four amp power, as well as having the capabilities of registering 254 locomotive addresses as well as 255 solenoid. The decent handset and also a wifi adapter to control more than one loco from a mobile phone or tablet or so we thought. Nce manufacturer of dcc electronics for model railroading. A look at the gaugemastermrc dcc75 tech 6 controller. I brought a pair of intermountain ho fp9s with sound, having run them on dc for a while i thought id take the plunge and try dcc having had good experiences with gaugemaster i wondered what they did, clearly this controller is a rebranded mrc prodigy advanced but this gives you the confidence that gaugemaster would have tried others so i took the plunge and brought one. Gaugemaster decoders, dcc decoders gaugemaster wickness.
Primarily a place for newcomers to ask questions and seek assistance from likeminded individuals, the hornby forum offers a user community for all those interested in railways. However to answer your original question, the gaugemaster dcc01 is a prodigy express and the gaugemaster dcc02 is its bigger brother the prodigy advance. Gaugemaster dcc01 prodigy express 2 digital controller for. I fitted them to my locos but they wont change address. You can program realistic acceleration and deceleration rates, or limit the top. Gaugemaster dcc75 tech 6 analogue dcc sound controller. Designed by cybertill supplier of retail software, epos systems and ecommerce solutions. Prog button used to program locos, accessory decoders and read values in. With traincontroller, we offer worldclass software for model railroad computer control. Detailed instructions are available on the internet on how to build the hardware, program the software and use the applications for windows, linux and android with bluetooth and voice control. Other software, allows for train control and acts like a cab. Increase the values number to say 5 to start off with, then test from that position and if need be decrease or increase the value in cv2 until correct starting is.
Low cost dcc controller command station self build project. Gaugemaster prodigy advance dcc digital command control. A comparison between various digital command control systems. Gaugemaster prodigy advance dcc digital command control system dcc02 gaugemasters prodigy advance dcc unit is one of the easiest to use and has been specifically taylored for the needs of the british modeller. Dcc systems model railway digital control categories. Gaugemaster is a trading name of gaugemaster controls ltd. They help us to know a little bit about you and how you use our website, which improves the browsing experience and marketing both for you and for others. Availability information and delivery dates are updated on a regular basis from the manufacturers and are given in good faith. Ultima dcc digital control system with railcontroller software evaluation edition.
The autofrog is a simple relay switch that automatically changes the point frog polarity on your dcc layout. Dcc controllers from bachmann, hornby lenz and gaugemaster gaugemaster prodigy advance dcc digital command control system dcc02 gaugemasters prodigy advance dcc unit is one of the easiest to useand has been specifically taylored for the needs of thebritishmodeller. Universal controller handset holder for nce power cab, gaugemaster prodigy and most smartphones. This range contains our popular prodigy controllers, as well as a comprehensive. You can either use regular switches such as toggles, or you can also connect the new mimic switch to both control and display the points position on your own control panel see mimic switches and lights. While stocking products for all model railway requirements we specialise in computer control and sourcing. The dcc22 is essentially the same decoder and can be used for hard wires where space is. We would welcome your feedback and suggestions, so please do not hesitate to email our webmaster with your comments. Selecting a digital command control system can be perhaps the most complicated aspect of getting started in dcc. Hi i was at model rail scotland recently and bought 2 gaugemaster 8 and 21 pin decoders for my dcc layout.
Hornby r8312 elink control system with railmaster software 17. Product compare 0 gaugemaster bpdcc80 dcc autofrog 3. We want it to be usable to as many people as possible, so were building it in java to run anywhere, and were trying to make it independent of specific hardware systems. Whilst it could be fairly stated that some other brands have snappier presentation, the workmanlike look of the nce range serves a very important purpose they give the handset ideal ergonomics. The latest generation of multiprotocol command station is the ideal control system for locomotives with dcc or motorola decoders and the perfect control for all digital components. I would try adjusting cv2 start volts in the problem locos decoder. They are rebadged mrc systems and if you follow this link and scroll down there is a table showing the specifications for both. Gaugemaster house, ford road arundel, west sussex, bn18 0bn, united kingdom.
You can even just power them with 12v dc to make wiring of. Gaugemaster dcc decoders are a good quality and affordable range of dcc decoders. Because of its broad range of features traincontroller is perfectly suited for beginners and professional model railroaders. These short articles have been drawn from all three sources and hope, fairly briefly, to provide a little. O single track panel mounted controller for o scale. Control software an overview of our model railroad control software. Some software programs your decoders, which can be either mobile decoders or stationary decoders. This listing is by no means complete and authoritative. Speed, direction, and up to 29 dcc functions are supported for one to six locomotives or consists. Can be used to connect gaugemaster controllers to the track.
You can not alter the trackrail volts with any gaugemaster dcc system prodigy express or prodigy advanced2. Gaugemaster dcc80 dcc autofrog model railways direct. The tech 6 is an easy and cost effective way of getting into the world of dcc sound, without having to go full dcc. Traincontroller is characterized by particularly simple and effective use as well as secure operation. The dcc23 is an established classic decoder manufactured for gaugemaster in the states and performs well in most n gauge locomotives with 6 pin sockets.
In addition to control by dcc, the pc200 also has 4 switch inputs for manually controlling each of the 4 points. Model railroad computer control with traincontroller. Catalog our product line, price list, and ordering information. Decoder programming as requested, heres a howto on programming decoder cvs the first thing we need to install, before thinking about programming the decoder, is the programming track.
They stay on default 03 no matter what number i use. There is a wealth of information available about digital command control dcc in hard copy books, soft copy the internet and oral word of mouth. My question is before i get rid of it, is it powerful enough to run my. Dcc supplies ltd unit 17a, top barn business centre, worcester road, holt heath, worcestershire wr6 6nh, uk. This free application can control your locomotives and your entire model railroad. The hornby forum is intended for discussion of all things model railways. Bachmann 36504rc dynamis ultima dcc digital railway control system bnib. Finally, there will be times when you want to control turnouts and accessories via digital control but sometimes just using a simple control panel is more to your taste so every dccconcepts accessory decoder can be controlled either by dcc or a simple manual button or by both. Nce control systems we really like the nce range of dcc systems. I have a cobalt alpha central, a cobalt alpha box, a gaugemastermrc 3. Gaugemaster gmdcc05 model railway dcc controller, silver, black.
With powerful and easytolearn editing tools, even inexperienced. If you wish to add details or make corrections, and dont want to mess with the table formatting, you may leave your comments on the talk page for this article. Prodigy advance 2 wireless starter dcc controller package. Gaugemaster dcc model railway digital control devices. Have you been inspired by the program, or do you just want to add some extra.
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