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Digitrax Complete Train Control
Starter Set Manual
Includes Instructions for:
DCS100 Command Station Booster
DCS200 Command Station Booster
DT402 SeriesThrottles
Duplex Radio Operation with UR92 & DT402D
Simplex Radio Operation with UR91 & DT402R
Infrared Operation with UR90 & DT402
Walkaround Operation with UP5
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Summarization of Contents
Super Chief Xtra Quick Start Guide
Connect the DCS100 to the power supply
Step-by-step guide to connect the DCS100 command station to the power supply for initial setup.
Connect Your DT402 Series Throttle to the DCS100
Instructions for connecting the DT402 throttle to the command station and verifying basic operation.
Super Chief Xtra Quick Start Duplex Radio Operation
Install the UR92
Steps for installing the UR92 Duplex Radio Transceiver for wireless communication.
Join Your DT402D Throttle to a Duplex Group
Procedure for connecting the DT402D throttle to the UR92 for duplex radio operation.
Additional Quick Start Basics
DT402 Throttle Start Up
Initial startup sequence and display indicators for the DT402 throttle.
DT402 Series Throttle Keyboard Layout
Overview of the DT402 throttle's buttons, keys, and their functions.
DT402 Series Throttle Controls At A Glance
Visual guide to the DT402 throttle's display elements, knobs, and indicators.
Track power on and off
Instructions on how to turn track power on/off using the DT402 throttle and command station.
Select and Run An Analog Loco on Address “00”
Guide to operating analog locomotives on address "00" using the DT402 throttle.
Select and Run A Decoder Equipped Loco
Procedure for selecting and operating locomotives with decoders using their addresses on the DT402.
Shutting Down the System
Steps for safely shutting down the Digitrax Super Chief Xtra system.
Resuming your session
Instructions for restarting and resuming operations after a system shutdown.
Quick Start Problems?
Troubleshooting tips for common issues encountered during the quick start procedure.
What’s Next?
Guidance on further learning and exploring Digitrax Complete Train Control features.
LocoNet: The Digitrax Difference!
System Architecture
Explanation of LocoNet's peer-to-peer network architecture and its advantages.
Event Driven or Polled?
Comparison of LocoNet's event-driven network with other polled systems.
Network Speed
Discussion on network speed considerations and LocoNet's design for efficiency.
LocoNet Personal Edition
Information about the LocoNet Personal Edition available for custom application development.
LocoNet expansion
Overview of various expansion possibilities and accessories available for LocoNet.
LocoNet Wiring Components
Details on LocoNet cables, connectors, and components for network setup.
Making LocoNet Cables
Instructions for constructing custom LocoNet cables using standard wiring conventions.
Testing LocoNet Cables with an LT1
Procedure for testing LocoNet cables using the included LT1 tester.
LocoNet Throttle jacks and LocoNet Connection Jacks
Explanation of LocoNet jacks for throttles and device connections on panels.
Installing the Universal Panel (UP5)
Guide for installing the UP5 Universal Panel, providing throttle jacks and status indicators.
Advanced Installation of Digitrax On Your Layout
Setting Up A Programming Track
Guidance on setting up a dedicated track for programming locomotive decoders.
Direct Home Wiring vs. Common Rail Wiring
Comparison and recommendation for direct home wiring over common rail wiring for DCC.
Recommended wire sizes for power bus and track feeders
Guidelines on selecting appropriate wire gauges for power distribution and track feeders.
Other Track Wiring Considerations
Additional considerations for track wiring, including power connections, shorts, and interference.
Layout Power Districts
Explanation of power districts for layout power distribution and short circuit management.
Adding a DB150 Booster
Instructions for adding a DB150 Booster to expand system capabilities.
Reversing Section Wiring
Information on wiring reversing sections for automatic or manual operation.
Using a DB150 as an AutoReversing Booster
Configuration of a DB150 booster for automatic reversing sections.
Using PM42 for Power Management and AutoReversing
Using the PM42 for power management and auto-reversing in power districts.
Using AR1 for AutoReversing
Utilizing the AR1 for auto-reversing in a single reversing section.
Using DC and DCC together on the same layout
Guidelines for integrating DCC and DC powered tracks on the same layout.
Troubleshooting Layout Wiring
Systematic approach to diagnosing and resolving layout wiring problems.
DCS100/200 Control Panel
DCS100 and DCS200
General information and comparison between DCS100 and DCS200 command stations.
POWeR ON Indicator
Explanation of the Power ON LED indicator on the DCS100/200.
POWeR IN Terminals
Details on the POWER IN terminals for connecting the power supply.
PROG A and PROG B Terminals
Functionality of PROG A and PROG B terminals for programming track setup.
GROUND Terminal
Importance and connection of the GROUND terminal for safety and RF reference.
RAIL B and RAIL A Terminals
How to connect RAIL A and RAIL B terminals to the track for power distribution.
TRACk STATUS Indicator
Explanation of the TRACK STATUS indicator colors and meanings.
LOCONET jacks A and B
Description of LocoNet jacks for system expansion and connectivity.
SCALe Switch (O/G, N, HO)
Setting the SCALE switch to match the model railroad scale for voltage limits.
MODe Switch
Understanding the different settings of the MODE switch (RUN, OP, SLEEP).
OFF LINe Indicator
Explanation of the OFF LINE indicator, including thermal shutdown.
CONFIG Indicator
Meaning of the green CONFIG indicator related to option switch settings.
NeT Indicator
Interpretation of the NET indicator for LocoNet status and communication.
DCS100 Audible Sounds
List of DCS100 audible beeps and their diagnostic meanings.
Customizing Your DCS100/200--Option Switch Setup
Changing DCS100/200 Option Switches
Guide to changing DCS100/200 option switches for custom system configuration.
DCS Option Switch Tables
Tables detailing the effects of DCS100/200 option switches on system operation.
DT402 Series Throttle Control Panel
General Information
Overview of the DT402 series throttles, features, and battery requirements.
L (Left) and R (Right) Throttle knobs
Explanation of the DT402's left and right throttle knobs and their operation.
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
Detailed breakdown of the DT402's LCD display elements and their meanings.
DT402 Keypad
Overview of the DT402's keypad keys and their primary functions.
How to Select and Run Trains
Turn track power on and off
Detailed steps to turn track power on and off using the DT402 and command station indicators.
Select and Run An Analog Loco on Address “00”
How to select and operate analog locomotives using address "00" on the DT402.
Select and Run A Decoder-Equipped Loco
Procedure for selecting and running locomotives with decoders using their addresses on the DT402.
Releasing An Address From A Throttle
How to release a locomotive address from a throttle, making it available to others.
Dispatching addresses or consists
Using the dispatch feature to transfer locomotive control between throttles.
Recall a Loco
How to recall previously used locomotive addresses from the DT402's recall stack.
Stealing: Forcing An Address Selection
Overriding interlocks to take control of a locomotive already selected on another throttle.
Slot Following
How multiple throttles can share control and display of a single locomotive address.
“slot=max” Message
Understanding the "slot=max" message and how to manage locomotive address slots.
Stop
Setting A Loco to Zero Speed
Method to stop a locomotive by setting its speed to zero using the throttle knob.
Emergency Stop
Using the emergency stop feature to immediately halt locomotives.
Controlling Functions
Controlling Functions F0-F12
How to activate and deactivate locomotive functions F0 through F12 using the DT402 keypad.
Controlling Expanded Functions F13-F19
Accessing and controlling expanded locomotive functions F13-F19 using the DT402.
Controlling Functions 20-28
Controlling higher-numbered locomotive functions F20-F28 via the DT402's extended function access.
Controlling Functions On Consisted Locomotives
How to control functions of individual locomotives within a consist.
Tetherless Operation
General Tetherless Operations
Introduction to tetherless operation modes (IR, Simplex Radio, Duplex Radio) for DT402 throttles.
Using the DT402 Series Throttle in IR Mode
Setting up and operating the DT402 throttle using Infrared (IR) receivers.
Using the DT402R in Simplex Radio Mode
Setting up and operating the DT402R throttle using Simplex Radio receivers.
Using the DT402D Throttle in Duplex Radio Mode
Introduction to Duplex Radio operation between DT402D and UR92.
Advanced Operations Capabilities
Multiple Unit Operations
Overview of Digitrax consist control methods (Basic, Advanced, Universal).
Sw (Switch) Mode
Using Switch mode on the DT402 to control turnouts and accessory decoders.
Fast Clock
How to enable, display, and manage the system's fast clock feature.
Route Basics
Introduction to setting up and operating routes triggered by turnout commands.
FIND Key and Digitrax Transponding
Using the FIND key to locate transponders and rolling stock on the layout.
Customizing Your Throttle - Step-by-Step
Changing the Throttle Options
Guide to modifying DT402 throttle option settings to customize its operation.
Programming Configuration Variables (CVs)
Programming Mobile Decoder Addresses
Instructions for programming locomotive decoder addresses using the DT402.
Programming CVs Other Than Addresses
How to program configuration variables (CVs) other than decoder addresses.
Operations Mode Programming
Using Operations Mode programming to change CVs on locomotives on the mainline.
Busy or Fail Message
Understanding and responding to "Busy" or "Fail" messages during programming tasks.
Reading Back CV Values Programmed
How to read back programmed CV values from locomotive decoders using the DT402.
How the DCS100 Manages Addresses
Purging of addresses:
Explanation of the address purging process to free up locomotive slots in the command station.
Decoder Status
Status editing a Decoder
How to edit a decoder's status to ensure compatibility with the Digitrax system.
Note for Non-Digitrax Decoder Users
Specific advice for using non-Digitrax decoders, including status editing.
UR92 Additional Information
Advanced UR92 Installation
Guidance on installing multiple UR92 units for improved signal coverage.
Troubleshooting UR92 Installation
Tips for troubleshooting issues related to UR92 installation and duplex radio performance.
Resetting UR92 To Factory Defaults
Procedure for resetting the UR92 unit to its factory default settings.
Troubleshooting Problems
I’m lost!
Advice on navigating the DT402 display and returning to normal operation mode.
Runaway train or layout!
Steps to stop runaway trains or a malfunctioning layout.
Nothing is responding
Troubleshooting steps when the system or throttle is unresponsive.
Can’t select a loco on my throttle
Common reasons and solutions for not being able to select a locomotive on the throttle.
Clean Track
Importance of clean track and wheels for reliable locomotive operation.
The Quarter Trick
Using the "Quarter Trick" to test for adequate track power and diagnose issues.
The LT1 Tester
How to use the LT1 tester to check LocoNet cables for proper functionality.
Decoder Won’t Respond
Troubleshooting steps when a locomotive decoder is not responding to commands.
“Strange” Locomotive Lights
Addressing issues with locomotive lights, potentially related to decoder speed step settings.
FCC Information
For Canadian Users:
Canadian regulatory information regarding radio noise emissions from digital apparatus.
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