Team Digital BlocD8 Quick Start Manual

Team Digital BlocD8 Quick Start Manual

High density block detector

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TEAM DIGITAL
BlocD8
High Density Block Detector
> 8 block detectors
> Electrical isolation from the track
> No track voltage drop
> LED indicator for each block
> 8 outputs for external LEDs or relays
> Featuring "Smart" Programming
> LocoNet
®
compatible
> Eight configurable routes
Description
The BlocD8 is an eight block occupancy
detector for DCC. It is particularly useful
where high density or centrally located
detection is desired. Yards and automatic
train control are some examples. It provides
complete isolation from the track by using
transformer type sensors. This also means
there is no drop in track voltage as there is
with sensing diodes. The BlocD8 is designed
to work well with the family of SIC24 Signal
and Indicator Controllers and the CSC
Central Signal Controller. The BlocD8 can be
in a stand-alone mode with using the output
connector or in a network with other devices
using the serial bus.
08.30.17
8
BlocD8
Status LEDs
Smart
1
button
Output connector
1
Improving the world of DCC
1
Track
Sensitivity
or
DC power
Serial bus
TEAM DIGITAL, LLC
3111 Timber Valley Dr
Kokomo IN 46902
www.teamdigital1.com

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  • Page 1 > LocoNet ® compatible > Eight configurable routes Description The BlocD8 is an eight block occupancy detector for DCC. It is particularly useful where high density or centrally located detection is desired. Yards and automatic BlocD8 train control are some examples. It provides...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1 Operation! 2 Getting Started! 1.1 LED Indicators! 3 “Smart” Programming! 4 Configuration Variables (CVs)! 4.02 Reset the BlocD8 to factory defaults! 4.1 Output Address! 4.2 Output Control! 4.3 Unoccupied Delay ! 4.4 Decoder Configuration! 4.5 Status Report! 4.6 Input Control! 4.7 Route Execute Address!
  • Page 3: Operation

    The BlocD8 includes a serial bus. If the bus is used the BlocD8 will send a message indicating the status of the related block. This message is available to any other device on the bus. The default address is 1 to 8 for the eight sensors respectively.
  • Page 4: Led Indicators

    3 “Smart” Programming “Smart” programming is a term used to describe an easy way to program the BlocD8 addresses. The throttle is used to issue switch or accessory commands just like controlling switches (turnouts).
  • Page 5: Reset The Blocd8 To Factory Defaults

    LED1 turns off. The BlocD8 is now in ops mode until power is turned off. The default ops address is one (1). This is a loco address, so be careful when using this feature. The BlocD8 can be programmed so it is always in ops mode by setting option 3 in CV9.
  • Page 6: Input Control

    This CV sets the operations mode program address. This address is used ONLY for programming and has NOTHING to do with normal operation. This allows programming the BlocD8 just like you would a loco in ops mode. This is a loco 2 digit address and therefore must be unique among locomotive addresses.
  • Page 7: Connections

    That is, not connected to ground (booster ground, house wiring ground, etc). When multiple BlocD8 s are used they can be all connected to one power supply. The power supply must be able to supply the current for all the BlocD8s.
  • Page 8: Summary Of Configuration Variables

    7 Summary of Configuration Variables Function/Default Value Function/Default Value Function/Default Value Ops Mode Loco Address Input 5 delay x 256 ms 119 Route 4 Top Address Adder reserved Input 6 delay x 256 ms 120 Route 5 Top Address reserved Input 7 delay x 256 ms 121 Route 5 Top Address Adder reserved...
  • Page 9 Function/Default Value Function/Default Value 178 Route 4 Cell 2 Address 220 Route 6 Cell 7 Address 179 Route 4 Cell 2 Address Adder 221 Route 6 Cell 7 Address Adder 180 Route 4 Cell 3 Address 222 Route 6 Cell 8 Address 181 Route 4 Cell 3 Address Adder 223 Route 6 Cell 8 Address Adder 182 Route 4 Cell 4 Address...

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