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RR-Concepts YardMaster-5 Manual

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RR Concepts
YardMaster-
Turnout (Track switch) Controller
Lamp / LED Driver
Siding Controller
Auto-Reversing Controller
Block Controller
This manual contains detailed hookup and programming instructions for the
YardMaster-5 Model Train Controller.
Please download additional hookup diagrams from http://www.RRConcepts.com
Before we Start- Please do not attach Power wires (from your power pack)
to any other terminals except the designated power inputs 3, 4, 5 and 6.
o The YardMaster contains a micro-controller and will be damaged if power is put on any of the sensor terminals.
o Since the YardMaster contains flash memory it will return to the previous state when powered up.
The turnouts will be thrown and the on-board relays will return to their previous states.
o Detachable screw-down terminal blocks allow quick-disconnect for long term storage keeping all wires in place.
ONLY ATTACH WIRES WHILE THE POWER IS OFF.
ALTERNATE
pushbutton
ALTERNATE
Sensor
Common Relay Terminals
Power
IN 6-18V
3 Color Status LED
Switch RED
Sensor
Sensor common
5
Switch Red
Pushbutton (Program Laps and Node ID)
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
7
Switch GREEN
Sensor
The Swi s s Army Kni f e of Model Trai n Electroni c s
External Relay Ports
20
19
18
17
16
15
9
13 14
11
12
Lamp 2 OUT
Lamp 1 OUT
+6 to 20 volts OUT
Switch GREEN
Pushbutton (Program Time Delay)
Apr 2019
Switch GREEN relay Terminals
Switch RED relay Terminals
TURNOUT
To electric swi
StationMaster Data Port
Sensor LED
+5 volts OUT
1
tch (out)

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  • Page 1 Auto-Reversing Controller Block Controller This manual contains detailed hookup and programming instructions for the YardMaster-5 Model Train Controller. Please download additional hookup diagrams from http://www.RRConcepts.com Before we Start- Please do not attach Power wires (from your power pack) to any other terminals except the designated power inputs 3, 4, 5 and 6.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    RRConcepts.com YardMaster- Table of Contents Sensor Descriptions ................3 StationMaster Data Cable ..............4 YardMaster Power In Description for Stand-alone systems .....5 Output to Electric Switches (turnouts) ..........6 Internal Switching Contacts ...............7 Signal light connections ..............8 Factory Reset ................... 9 Operating Modes................10 Time Delay ..................11 ID number ..................12 Laps ....................13...

  • Page 3: Sensor Descriptions

    RRConcepts.com Sensors For General Information Alternate Pushbutton only. Each hookup diagram will show how to hook these Alternate Sensor 13 14 Terminals 1 and 2 are the Alternate sensor. When this sensor detects a magnet or these terminals are shorted the on-board relay will change state and the TURNOUT will fire to the other side.

  • Page 4: Stationmaster Data Cable

    RRConcepts.com StationMaster Data Cable The YardMaster obtains power and signals from a data cable when attached to a StationMaster. The data cable can be in a single or double configuration. The double configuration is used to connect multiple YardMaster systems to a single StationMaster. The connecting plugs are keyed for correct orientation.

  • Page 5: Yardmaster Power In Description For Stand-Alone Systems

    RRConcepts.com YardMaster Power In details for stand-alone systems (Not attached to a StationMaster) 13 14 The YardMaster Power input (Pins 5 and 6) supplies power to the YardMaster controller, power for the Lamps, and power for the TURNOUT outputs. The YardMaster can operate at voltages from 6 thru 18 volts DC, or 6 thru 12 volts AC. Typically power is obtained from the transformer from either the TRACK terminals or the ACCESSORIES terminals.

  • Page 6: Output To Electric Switches (Turnouts)

    RRConcepts.com Connecting to Electric Switch machines (turnouts) To 2 wire switch motor. Pins 15 and 16 are the output signals for 2 wire and 13 14 slow motion switch machines which inverse the voltage polarity. These terminals provide power to directly throw switch turnouts. Up to 4 AMPS of power is available to throw up to 4 LGB style turnouts simultaneously if wired in parallel.

  • Page 7: Internal Switching Contacts

    RRConcepts.com Internal Switching Contacts Alternate pushbutton Switch GREEN relay Terminals Switch RED relay Terminals Common Relay Terminals Switch RED 13 14 Pushbutton Switch GREEN Pushbutton 8 AMPS The YardMaster contains a DPDT relay which can control up to with live voltage, or more than 10 AMPS with no current flowing when the switch occurs.

  • Page 8: Signal Light Connections

    Note that the lamp output voltage is the same as the input voltage, but converted to LEDs may be available free from RR Concepts. DC. For example, a 12 VAC or 12 VDC input Check the order page for availability.

  • Page 9: Factory Reset

    RRConcepts.com Factory Reset Hold this button down for 10 seconds Blue LED will twinkle when done. 13 14 To perform a factory reset: 1. Enter Programming Mode: (Remove any jumpers if present) Press the ALTERNATE button and either one of the Switch RED or Switch GREEN buttons simultaneously.

  • Page 10: Operating Modes

    RRConcepts.com Programming the Operating Mode The YardMaster can be programmed to control different types of turnouts (electric switches), or disable the realistic signal light blinking feature. 13 14 All programming is stored in flash memory and retained until re-programmed. To program the YardMaster perform the following: 1.

  • Page 11: Time Delay

    RRConcepts.com Programming a Time Delay Used for Station stops, Reversing, or Signal Light on/off Operations A time delay will cause the YardMaster to self-trigger after the delay time. Only the GREEN sensor will perform the 13 14 time delay. When triggered the YardMaster will switch GREEN, perform the delay, and then swich RED.

  • Page 12: Id Number

    RRConcepts.com Programming ID number Only necessary when TWO or MORE YardMasters are attached to a StationMaster. 13 14 When multiple YardMasters are wired in parallel they must be identified so that they fire in sequence. This programming is only necessary when 2 or more YardMasters are attached to a single StationMaster.

  • Page 13: Laps

    RRConcepts.com Programming Laps 13 14 The YardMaster can be programmed to respond after counting sensors. The lap counting ONLY occurs on the GREEN channel (terminals 8 & 9) The other channels instantly respond without counting sensors. Lap counting will not occur when attached to a StationMaster. All programming is stored in flash memory and retained until re-programmed.

  • Page 14: Forced Alternate

    RRConcepts.com Programming Forced Alternate The YardMaster has a “Forced Alternate” feature which allows control of Wyes, Switchbacks, etc. When the Forced Alternate feature is turned on the Alternate sensor will switch to the direction opposite of the most recent “Switch” sensor, regardless of the number of times the Alternate sensor is hit.

  • Page 15: Auxiliary Relay Module

    For reference only! Use the hookup diagram for proper usage. The YardMaster-5 contains data ports to control external DPDT relays for enhanced operations. When an Auxiliary relay module is attached to the external port 1 it can be configured to either control 3 wire turnouts, or switch in synchronization with the YardMaster on-board relay.

  • Page 16: Stop / Go Relay Modue Descriptions

    For reference only! Use the hookup diagram for proper usage. The YardMaster-5 contains data ports to control external DPDT relays for enhanced operations. When a stop / go Relay Module is attached to external port 2 it will be automatically sensed on power up.

  • Page 17: Block Control

    RRConcepts.com Block 2 Trains on 1Track - Block Control Hookup Diagram Control Green Terminal Attach to Isolated TRACK Optional Attach to 13 14 Power in Signal Light Common goes to TRACK transformer Attach to Signal light terminals Switch RED Sensor Isolator Isolator Operation:...

  • Page 18: Station Stop

    RRConcepts.com Station Stop using sensors Station Stop Hookup Diagram Place MAGNET on bottom of engine. Attach to TRACK Common anywhere Relay RED Relay Terminals 3 & 4 Terminals 17 & 18 Power Pack TRACK YardMaster Power Terminals DC trains only. 13 14 See power page for AC trains using...
  • Page 19 RRConcepts.com AC trains, Station Stop using sensors Station Stop Hookup Diagram Place MAGNET on bottom of engine. Power Pack TRACK Terminals RED Terminals Attach to TRACK anywhere on loop 13 14 Switch GREEN Sensor Programming: Add additional sensors in PARALLEL for additional station stops.
  • Page 20 RRConcepts.com Station Stop NO SENSORS Station Stop Hookup Diagram with no train modifications Parts List (Full Featured YardMaster only) YardMaster Track Isolators wire as required Jumper Wire between 1 & 2 Attach to TRACK Inside rail Outside rail Terminal Power Pack TRACK Terminals YardMaster...
  • Page 21 RRConcepts.com Station Stop No Sensors Parts List Station Stop Hookup Diagram for a Remote Track Section YardMaster Track Isolators This is basically the same hookup as a standard station stop in a loop wire as required however it uses the track power as the voltage input to the YardMaster. Add this to a remote location on your railroad without stringing wires to the remote section.
  • Page 22 RRConcepts.com Station Stop with Sensors Parts List Station Stop Hookup Diagram for a Remote Track Section YardMaster Track Isolators This is basically the same hookup as a standard station stop in a loop Train Sensor Train magnet however it uses the track power as the voltage input to the YardMaster. wire as required Add this to a remote location on your railroad without stringing wires to the remote section.

  • Page 23: Smart Turnout

    RRConcepts.com Smart Turnout A Smart Turnout will allow one train to go Left, (Passenger train goes into the Station) while the other train goes to the main line. (Freight train does not go into the station). All trains with the magnet offset to the left will go left, while all trains with the magnet offset to the right will go right.

  • Page 24: Alternating Paths

    RRConcepts.com Alternating Paths In this configuration the train will alternate the turnout each time it crosses over the sensor. Each train that approaches will take an alternate path. This could be useful for multiple trains that follow each other on the same track. The Alternating Path hookup will work for ALL trains- Electric, Battery and Live Steam.

  • Page 25: Turn On/Off An Accessory

    RRConcepts.com Power on an accessory for a programmed time duration Attach to AC or DC power source. See power page for more details. Input voltage must match requirement of accessory. Switch Common YardMaster Power 13 14 Switch GREEN Sensor Terminals 8 and 9 are the Switch Green sensor. This will turn ON the accessory. Terminals 3,4 and 5, 6 attach to the AC or DC input power source.
  • Page 26 RRConcepts.com Turn On / Off an Accessory Auxiliary RELAY MODULE Red wire this Flip plug around if relay does not operate 13 14 Programming: * Set programming mode BLINK #3 The YardMaster can turn on and off an external electrical accessory using the Auxiliary Realy Module.

  • Page 27: Alternating Trains

    RRConcepts.com Parts List YardMaster Track Isolators Train Sensor Train magnet Alternating Trains at a Siding, AC or DC Trains wire as required Trains will ALTERNATE without stopping with powered turnouts. Attach to outside rail. Switch GREEN relay Terminals This line is switched between 20 and 18 Switch RED relay Terminals 13 14 TO TURNOUTS...
  • Page 28 RRConcepts.com Alternating Trains with Station Pause for AC or DC Trains Trains will STOP, PAUSE, ALTERNATE and then GO. Red wire Parts List STOP / GO RELAY MODULE this end YardMaster Track Isolators Train Sensor Train magnet Relay Module wire as required Attach relay cable between relay and YardMaster Red wire...
  • Page 29 RRConcepts.com Consider using a StationMaster for an easier hookup Alternating Trains in Opposite Directions Trains will STOP, PAUSE, ALTERNATE and then GO in opposite directions. Red wire this STOP/GO RELAY MODULE Parts List YardMaster Track Isolators Train Sensor Train magnet DIRECTION RELAY MODULE Relay Module Parts List...

  • Page 30: Back And Forth Automatic Reversing

    RRConcepts.com Magnet is not necessary. Back and forth Automatic Reversing TRACK Diode with insulated rail connector. One on each side. YardMaster input Power 13 14 DC Power, No polarity Jumper to enable current sensing Change delay pushbutton while running The YardMaster can be configured to run a back-and-forth automatic reversing system when wired as shown.
  • Page 31 RRConcepts.com Magnet on train to trigger sensors. Back and forth Automatic Reversing with in-between station stops. TRACK Diode with Add additional insulated sensors in rail connector. parallel for One on each additional stops side. STOP/GO RELAY MODULE Red wire this Attach relay cable between relay and YardMaster Red wire...
  • Page 32 RRConcepts.com Back and forth Automatic Reversing Slowdown Additions Hookup detail showing optional diode slow down sections By adding back to back diode sections the train will slow down when approaching the ends. Add as many slow down diode sections as desired. Stopping Slowing Full speed...
  • Page 33 Consider using a StationMaster for an RRConcepts.com easier hookup Back and forth Automatic Reversing with a siding, pausing on the ends, and in-between station stops. TRACK STOP / GO RELAY MODULE Red wire this SIDING SELECTION RELAY Attach relay cable between MODULE relay and YardMaster Red wire...
  • Page 34 RRConcepts.com Back and forth Automatic Reversing with a siding, pausing on the ends, and in-between station stops. OPTION: No track modifications When it is not desirable to add diodes to the track for end-of-track sensing an alternative is to add sensors as shown. Sensors are placed at the stopping location and wired in parallel.

  • Page 35: Reversing Loops

    Parts List RRConcepts.com YardMaster Track Isolators Train Sensor Reversing Loops Train magnet Track power connections only Protection diode 1 Pins 18 and 19 connect togethe. r 5 & 6 to DC track Pins 17 and 20 connect togethe. r power OR 12V wall wart (No Polarity) at least...
  • Page 36 RRConcepts.com Reversing Loops Sensor connections Switch RED pushbutton Do not bundle sensor wires with track or turnout 13 14 motor wires. See “Additional notes” on next page. Switch GREEN pushbutton Turnout 1 Turnout 2 RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT Turnout 2 Turnout 1 to straight, to straight,...
  • Page 37 RRConcepts.com Reversing Loops Operations Operation The transformer should be set to the desired speed of the train. The loops on both ends connect straight to the transformer and trains must travel in the directions as shown. These loops are isolated from the center track section. When the train goes over the sensor in the loop the turnout will align to receive the approaching train and the track polarity of the center section will reverse.
  • Page 38 Parts List RRConcepts.com YardMaster Track Isolators Train Sensor Reversing Loops- Alternative Hookup Train magnet Track power connections using LGB “Reverse Loop” set. Protection diode 1 Pins 18 and 19 connect togethe. r 5 & 6 to DC track Pins 17 and 20 connect togethe. r power OR 12V wall wart (No Polarity)

  • Page 39: Alternating Between 2 Loops Of Track

    RRConcepts.com Alternating between 2 loops of track. When a sensor is triggered track power will switch to the other loop of track. Note differences in terminals 3,4, 5, and 6 between AC trains and DC trains. DC trains only AC trains generate electrical noise which affect the microcontroller, so an external power source must be used.

  • Page 40: Led Indicators

    RRConcepts.com LED indicators Sensor LED 13 14 o The blue sensor LED will flash when any sensor is detected and also when a command is received from a StationMaster. o When the current sensor is enabled the blue LED will be ON when a train is detected.

  • Page 41: Sensor Placements On Track

    Other scale trains can place the sensors where appropriate. Very small sensors are available which do not have the waterproof housing. These can be used for N, HO, etc. Contact RR Concepts for these sensors. WARRANTY Your StationMaster is warranted, and guaranteed operational for 1 year.

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