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Summary of Contents for GAUGEMASTER INFINITY Analogue SOLO GMI-A01
- Page 1 MODEL RAILWAY CONTROL [and beyond] Wireless Analogue Control System User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
∞ Connecting Acolyte Units ∞ ∞ Adding Pairing Your Handset Additional Handsets ∞ Controlling Your Locos ∞ Troubleshooting & Updating ∞ Speed Control ∞ Your Gaugemaster Infinity Warranty ∞ Simulation ∞ Standard Warranty ∞ Fuel Level ∞ Extended Warranty ∞... -
Page 3: Introduction
Acolyte units and/or further Remote Units. We are proud to tell you that Gaugemaster Infinity was designed and manufactured here in the United Kingdom by our own in-house team of modellers, made with you in mind. -
Page 4: Solo Base Unit Overview
∞ SOLO BASE UNIT OVERVIEW Front View - Track 1 Status LED GREEN = Connected to a handset and working. GREEN (FLASHING) = Powered up but not connected to a Handset.* BLUE (FLASHING) = In “Pair Mode” so a Handset can be paired.* RED = Stop button or [STOP] Key has been pressed. -
Page 5: Duo Base Unit Overview
∞ DUO BASE UNIT OVERVIEW Front View - Track 1 Status LED GREEN = Connected to a handset and working. GREEN (FLASHING) = Powered up but not connected to a Handset.* BLUE (FLASHING) = In “Pair Mode” so a Handset can be paired.* RED = Stop button or [STOP] Key has been pressed. -
Page 6: Handset Overview
∞ HANDSET OVERVIEW Front View - LCD Display See page 8 for details. - Smart Keys The use of these keys varies depending on what you want to change or operate. The function of each key is displayed on the screen directly above them. -
Page 7: Battery Installation
This handset requires two AA / R6 / UM-3 batteries. End View - Wrist Strap Attachment Point Use this point to loop through your Gaugemaster Infinity wrist strap or another of your choice. - Page 8 - The Track Output being controlled. - The current being drawn on selected track. - Scaled Time (If “Clock Function” is turned on). - Handset Battery Level. - Bluetooth Status. Solid = Connected to a Base Unit. Flashing = Not connected to a Base Unit. - Track Name (User Definable).
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Page 9: Before You Begin
Support The Gaugemaster website is a great resource to learn about the Infinity system and our physical shop is open 7 days a week. You can also contact us by email or phone with further details found on page 26. -
Page 10: The Infinity Analogue Range
∞ THE INFINITY ANALOGUE RANGE Before we get started take a look through the full Gaugemaster Infinity Analogue Range below: GMI-A01 Infinity Solo Control Package GMI-A31 Infinity Lights Accessory Interface GMI-A02 Infinity Duo Control Package GMI-A32 Infinity Points Accessory Interface... -
Page 11: Wiring Your Base Unit
Having introduced you to all the contents, it’s time to get some trains running. Having done this, we can then introduce all the features beyond this in turn. To start, we need to set up the Gaugemaster Infinity. Wiring Your Base Unit... -
Page 12: Controlling Your Locos
Simulation If you have historically owned a controller with Simulation such as a Gaugemaster Model P or Model DS, you’ll have enjoyed the ability to automatically accelerate a train, allow it to coast or to be braked to a standstill. This was achieved with two control dials - a regulator and a brake. Simulation is also sometimes referred to as “Inertia”... -
Page 13: Drive And Yard Modes
Drive and Yard Modes There are two options of driving style open to you with Gaugemaster Infinity: “Drive Mode” or “Yard Mode”. Each track will be pre-set to “Drive Mode”, but we know there are some of you out there that prefer a “Yard Mode”. -
Page 14: Renaming Tracks
∞ RENAMING TRACKS Infinity allows you to rename your tracks as desired. The first track output is named “TRACK 1” by default. You might want to rename it to something more memorable like a running line such as “UP LINE” or “DOWN LINE”... -
Page 15: System Settings
∞ SYSTEM SETTINGS There are a number of helpful and customisable features in your Infinity system. We will now take you through these settings and how to customise them. Clock Settings Your Infinity system features a clock. This is a useful feature for those of you who need to check on the actual time when operating your model railway or for a multitude of much more exciting reasons such as operating your model railway to an actual timetable. -
Page 16: Display Light
Pressing “BACK”, “BACK” and then “EXIT” on the Smart Keys (or just [RECALL] to save yourself a few button pushes) will return you to the main driving screen, with any changes to the clock now made. Display Light The Handset brightness can be changed from 0% to 100%. To do this please follow these steps below. Press the “MENU”... -
Page 17: Accessory Operation
Digital Accessory Control Operating digital accessories couldn’t be easier with your Infinity Analogue system. Yes, you read that correctly. You can operate accessories digitally with this Gaugemaster Infinity Controler and enjoy the best of both worlds. Wire your digital accessory (via the supplied Green Plug) into the DCC socket on the rear of the Base Unit. -
Page 18: Editing Accessory Details
You can also change the display name and icon of each accessory using your Infinity system. This will make it clearer to you which accessory is which, without needing to remember the number of each accessory. So “ACC 01” might be renamed “SHED ROAD A” and have the Point Open/Point Closed icons ) used, while “ACC02”... -
Page 19: Accessory Sequences
Firing All Accessories When browsing through the full list of accessories, there is an additional accessory command titled “FIRE ALL ACCs”. When selected, the “FIRE” Smart Key becomes your only option. Pressing this key will start a special accessory sequence that communicates with every accessory in turn in your accessory list. While the sequence is running, the screen will run through all the accessories one by one. - Page 20 your sequence, simply scroll to position using the dial and press the “BACK” Smart Key when finished. To delete one element of a sequence, select it and hit the “DEL” Smart Key. Here’s a worked example that you might set up. Remember, each Accessory must already be set up within your Infinity system before you add it to an Accessory Sequence.
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Page 21: Programming
Some DCC accessory decoders will often need to be programmed to a different address and for many modules (such as those by Train-Tech, Gaugemaster and the Infinity range), this is done while in position utilising a learn button so as discussed earlier, please refer to their specific instructions on how to program them. -
Page 22: Expanding Your System
∞ EXPANDING YOUR SYSTEM Gaugemaster Infinity Acolyte Expansion Units Your Infinity system is easy to add to with it’s initial single or double track configuration. This ensures your control system can grow with your layout and you don’t need to worry as your model railway becomes larger. - Page 23 Connecting Gaugemaster Infinity Acolyte Expansion Units Connecting your Acolyte expansion units couldn’t be easier! Simply plug the power supply into your new Acolyte Expansion unit (remembering to turn the power on at the wall!), and then, on your main Base Unit (Infinity Solo or Duo), connect one end of the Expansion Cable into the ‘OUT’...
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Page 24: Adding Additional Handsets
1 and the other Track 2. Or maybe one of you as driver (Tracks) and the other as Signalman (Accessories)? To pair your Handset to the supplied Base Unit, first make sure your Gaugemaster Infinity is powered on. Turn your Handset on using the ]key (bottom right). -
Page 25: Troubleshooting & Updating
Updating Your Infinity Occasionally, we may need to release a firmware update for your Gaugemaster Infinity. These updates could include new features, fixes or changes. To find out about, and download any updates, please visit:... -
Page 26: Warranty
The Gaugemaster Infinity warranty (hereinafter referred to as “The Warranty”) on this product is valid for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase of brand-new stock from an official Gaugemaster supplier. This warranty is offered by Gaugemaster Controls Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Gaugemaster”). -
Page 27: Extended Warranty
9. A repair service is available for any units found to be defective outside of the warranty, and these may be returned to Gaugemaster once approval has been sought. Any items in this case must first be approved by a member of the Gaugemaster team and will be chargeable. - Page 28 This product is not a toy and contains small parts which may harm or choke a child. Not recommended for children under 14 years old unless supervised by an adult. Gaugemaster House, Ford Road, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 0BN, United Kingdom +44 (0) 1903 884321 infinitysupport@gaugemaster.co.uk...
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