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- Page 1 TRAIN CONTROL SYSTEMS UWT-100 QUICK START GUIDE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
UWT-100 Quick Start Guide Table of Contents Getting Started Installing Batteries First-Time Setup Adding a WiFi Network Connection Issues Troubleshooting the WiFi Troubleshooting the Server Troubleshooting LNWI Using the UWT-100 Power On/Off Menu Navigation The “Help” Button Programmable Buttons Text Entry... -
Page 3: Getting Started
“click.” Once two “AA” batteries have been installed, press and hold any button for 3 seconds to turn on the UWT-100. Once the unit is on, press button 2 to complete the startup process. -
Page 4: Adding A Wifi Network
Adding a WiFi Network Once you have successfully connected to a WiFi network, the UWT-100 will attempt to connect to it’s last known WiFi network on startup. If you are in a new location or no known WiFi networks are present in your location, the throttle will display a “No WiFi Found”... -
Page 5: Connection Issues
Connection Issues There are two network connections the throttle must make in order to communicate to your command station: WiFi and Server. WiFi - The WiFi connection is your access point, router, or WiFi device. Server - A server functions as the translator between your throttle and command station. -
Page 6: Troubleshooting Lnwi
WiFi networks and can fail. If you use phone apps, you may be familiar with manually entering the IP and Port number of your JMRI WiThrottle Server. The UWT-100 is also capable of doing this. Select “Set IP Address” from the Server not found menu and set the IP address and Port number as indicated on your WiThrottle server window in JMRI. -
Page 7: Using The Uwt-100
Using the UWT-100 Power On/Off To turn on the UWT-100, press and hold any button on the keypad for 3 seconds, followed by button 2 to power up the throttle. If you would like to access the bootloader mode for firmware updating, press button 7 instead of 2. -
Page 8: Programmable Buttons
[Your locomotive] > Labels and Media > Function Labels. Programmable Buttons There are eight buttons on the UWT-100 that can be assigned operations by the user. These buttons can be customized to perform an operation different than their default assignment. The top four buttons, directly be- low the screen, will always identify their action with an on-screen descrip- tion. -
Page 9: Text Entry
Text Entry The UWT-100 has a text entry interface that is used to fill out text-based fields such as WiFi passwords. Whenever the throttle requires text input, it will display the text entry interface. A sample is shown (G). Within the text entry interface, the thumbwheel adjusts the position of the highlighted character. -
Page 10: Operations
Operations The Drive Window provides an overview of your currently selected locomotive and other important status indicators. When no locomotive is selected, an “E” will be displayed in the top left corner which stands for “Empty”. If you had previously acquired a locomotive address prior to powering down, the throttle will attempt to re-acquire it. -
Page 11: Reverse Direction
28 or 14 speed step mode. Emergency Stop The UWT-100 has a unique 3-Stage Emergency Stop function. Some stages will not be supported on certain DCC systems. Stage 1 is support- ed under all DCC systems that communicate via the WiThrottle Protocol. -
Page 12: Consisting
“advanced” consists. The UWT-100 consisting system is capable of controlling the speed, direction, and functions for all locomotives within a consist. The UWT-100 can also select JMRI-created and managed consists. Our consisting system features “in-cab control” which allows the user to select the lead locomotive of the consist, effectively putting you “in the... -
Page 13: Yard Mode
Yard Mode Yard Mode is a special operations mode of the UWT-100 that is suited especially for switching movements. Yard Mode allows users to quickly and conveniently switch between a slow forward speed, a stopped loco- motive, and a slow backwards speed without managing individual speed steps. -
Page 14: Throttle Reset
(1) year from the original invoice date. Please visit our web- site for additional warranty information. Support and Contact If you experience issues with your UWT-100 unit or would like to speak with a technical support representative, please contact us. TCS Technical Support techsupport@tcsdcc.com... -
Page 15: Safety And Regulatory Information
To access the certifi cation and compliance details of your UWT-100 follow the steps below 1) Power on the UWT-100 by pressing button 2 until the screen lights up and then pressing button 2 again. 2) Press the Menu (... - Page 16 UWT-100 OVERVIEW For more information about your UWT-100 device, please visit our website. www.tcsdcc.com UWT-100 QSG Revised Jan 2020...
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