nyuuzyou/wikis huggingface dataset:
Steal

Digitrax uses the term Steal to refer to a throttle taking possession of an address which is in use by another throttle. The throttle may also be a computer taking control for automated tasks. The throttle will make clicking noises whenever you change speed settings to indicate another throttle also using the address. 
Stealing is also known as Forcing an Address Selection or Sharing
When selecting an address already assigned to another throttle the display will state Steal Y/N?. This override is called stealing and can result in a single loco address being selected on two different throttles simultaneously.
The operator can then decide if he wants to take control (steal) or not. This feature has a number of purposes such as operator training, or allowing a computer to take control of a train during certain operations. It is not necessary to physically take the throttle from a trainee or another operator to do this. Occasionally it is necessary to gain control of a loco that is “lost” for whatever reason. 
Also see StealZap, a feature of the DCS240 Command Station.
==Operating a Stolen Address ==
When the throttle detects a loco address which is in-use on one of its throttles is being changed by another physical throttle or computer, it will cause a “click” every time it sees a remote throttle change its locomotive settings. If that locomotive is in the active throttle, its speed display will also show the changes. This is called slot following. 
See Slot Following for more details.
== Ghost Throttles ==
Behaviors include speed changes, or the locomotive stopping.
Ghost Throttles are throttles which have control of an address, but the operator is unaware of its presence. The command station updates the slot using the ghost throttle, resulting in erratic operation. The ghost throttle must be found and eliminated to restore normal operation.
This is usually a result of not dispatching a locomotive which releases it from the throttle. If the locomotive still has a slot assigned to it, at some point the command station will read that slot and send the associated commands to the locomotive. Sometimes it is a result of dispatching a locomotive with the throttle being at a non-zero value. 
=== Digitrax Knowledge Base === 
# I’m getting a “StealZap” message on my DT402 Rev 2 Throttle. What is this?
# Stealing A Locomotive Address
# DT402 & DT400 Series Throttle - Stealing and Operating a Stolen Locomotive Address
Category:Digitrax
Category:Throttle
Super Chief

== Super Chief Starter Set ==
Although one of the first starter sets offered by Digitrax, it's features and capabilities were exceptional for the time. This starter set was replaced by the moderatly updated Super Chief Xtra.
The benefits of the Super Chief Xtra, the Xtra versions came with DT402's instead of the DT4002's. For radio editions, this allowed full duplex communications and doesn't require tethering for certain actions.
==Variants offered==
* SCF5A - 5 Amp booster
** Uses the DCS100 Command Station & Booster
** Includes DT400 Super LocoNet Throttle (InfraRed Ready)
** Includes UP5 Universal Panel
* SCF8A - 8 Amp Booster
** Uses the DCS200 Command Station & Booster
** Includes DT400 Super LocoNet Throttle (InfraRed Ready)
** Includes UP5 Universal Panel
* SCFRE5A – 5 Amp booster with Simplex Radio
** Uses the DCS100 Command Station & Booster
** Includes DT400R Super LocoNet Simplex Radio Throttle (InfraRed Ready)
** Includes UP91 simplex radio receiver
* SCFRE8A 8 Amp Booster with Simplex Radio
** Uses the DCS200 Command Station & Booster
** Includes DT400 Super LocoNet Throttle (InfraRed Ready)
** Includes UP91 simplex radio receiver
==Features==
=== DT400 Throttle ===
* Dual throttle knobs
* 30 Functions
* Full numeric key
* Simplified 4-digit addressing.
* Easy address browsing and selection.
* User-friendly text messages
* Click encoders for smooth speed control
* Multi-line LCD display
* Convenient step-by-step throttle option set up
* Infra-ready out of the box (UR90 sold separately)
* Simplified throttle option setup
=== Command Station ===
{{Main|DCS100]]
* LocoNet
* Support for 120 throttles and 120 locomotives
* Address 00 Supported
* Primary and Extended Addressing
* Over 9000 locomotive addresses available
* Consisting
* 999 accessory decoder addresses
==== Programming Track ====
* Programming Track output
* Built-in read/write programmer allows programming and read back of CV values
* Programming Modes:
** Paged 
** Direct, 
** Register 
** Ops mode 
== Options ==
* 5 Amps or 8 Amps
* Teather or Duplex Radio
* Ready for Digitrax Transponding and cab signaling.
Super Chief Xtra

== Super Chief Xtra Starter Set ==
This set offers a minor upgrade to it's predecessor, the Super Cheif. This set upgrades the throttles to the DT402 series over the DT400. For radio variations, this allows for full duplex radio operations, negating the need to tether the throttle for certain operations.
===Variants offered===
* SCFX - 5 Amp booster
** using the DCS100 Command Station & Booster
** Includes the DT402 Super LocoNet Throttle (InfraRed Ready)
* SCFX8 - 8 Amp Booster
** Uses the DCS200 Command Station & Booster
** Includes the DT402 Super LocoNet Throttle (InfraRed Ready)
* SCFXD – 5 Amp booster with Duplex Radio
** Uses the DCS100 Command Station & Booster
** Includes the DT402D Super LocoNet Duplex Radio Throttle (InfraRed Ready)
** Includes the UR92 duplex radio transceiver
* SCFXD8 8 Amp Booster with Duplex Radio
** Uses the DCS200 Command Station & Booster
** Includes the DT402D Super LocoNet Duplex Radio Throttle (InfraRed Ready)
** Includes the UR92 duplex radio transceiver
* SCFXDCE – Duplex version for Europe (CE)
** Uses the DCS100 Command Station & Booster
** Includes the DT402DCE Super LocoNet Duplex Radio Throttle (InfraRed Ready)
** Includes the UR92 duplex radio transceiver
* SCFXD8CE Eight Amp Booster with Duplex Radio version for Europe
** Uses the DCS200 Command Station & Booster
** Includes the DT402DCE Super LocoNet Duplex Radio Throttle (InfraRed Ready)
** Includes the UR92 duplex radio transceiver
===Features===
==== DT402 Throttle ====
* Dual throttle knobs
* 30 Functions
* Full numeric key
* Simplified 4 digit addressing.
* Easy address browsing and selection.
* User friendly text messages
* Click encoders for smooth speed control
* Multi-line LCD display
* Convenient step-by-step throttle option set up
* Infra-ready out of the box (UR90 sold separately)
* Simplified throttle option setup
==== Command Station ====
* LocoNet
* Support for 120 throttles and 120 locomotive addresses
* Address 00 Supported
* Primary and Extended Addressing
* Over 9000 locomotive addresses available
* Consisting
* 999 accessory decoder addresses
===== Programming Track =====
* Programming Track output
* Built-in read/write programmer allows programming and read back of CV values
* Programming Modes:
** Paged 
** Direct, 
** Register 
** Ops mode 
=== Options ===
* 5 Amps or 8 Amps
* Teather or Duplex Radio
* Ready for Digitrax Transponding and cab signaling.
SurroundTraxx

It relies on the Digitrax transponding technology to determine where a locomotive is, then steer the sound to an appropriate speakers. It is basically a real-time surround system using multiple speakers to create a sound field. It is built on Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology to create and steer the sound. It has 10,000 sound combinations available and can store the parameters for up to 99 locomotives. 
The SurroundTraxx DSP80 is a LocoNet device, enabling communication between the Digitrax DCC system controlling the trains and the sound system. It relies on a Digitrax BDL-168 and RX-4 interfaces (which provide the transponding feature) to determine where the train is as it moves along the track. The locomotives must be equipped with a transponding capable Digitrax decoder, or an additional TL-1 transponder. 
The DSP80 is a small device. Speakers are not included. It can provide sound for up to six locomotives at a time, from a selection of 99 sound files stored in The Roundhouse. It can drive up to six speakers to create "sound zones". Any 8 ohm speaker will work, including subwoofers. The SurroundTrax has a 25W output to the speakers.
The advantage is you don't need sound decoders, and the speakers can be much larger than would be possible, even in a G scale locomotive. This will enhance the sound reproduction. It also allows small scale modellers, such as those in N scale to enjoy sound without a lot of problems finding and installing decoders and speakers in a small space.
For more information, see the SurroundTraxx Website.
Category: LocoNet
Category:Transponding
Category:Sound
Switching Speed

Category:Multifunction_Decoder_Features
== Shunting Mode ==
The purpose of a shunting or switching speed mode is to create a more realistic performance during switching operations. This mode is available in some multifunction decoders. By setting this CV, the top speed of the locomotive is usually reduced to half, and the acceleration and deceleration variables are changed as well. 
This feature is more useful with a Road Switcher, as it is a multipurpose locomotive, usually employed on local freight trains. A speed table can be created for normal operations, and shunting mode engaged when switching operations are performed.
=== Activation ===
By pressing a function button on the throttle, this mode can be activated when needed. The mode must be enabled in the decoder for this feature to work. When deactivated the decoder returns to the normal speed table and momentum settings.
=== Decoder Support of Shunting Mode ===
A number of multifunction decoders support Switching Speed Mode. Read the instructions to determine how to enable this mode, as the CV used will depend on the product.
==== Digitrax ====
Digitrax calls their mode Switching Speed, which is available on their FX3 decoders.
==== ESU ====
ESU uses the term Shunting Mode. It is available on their LokSoundFor LokSound 5 see #51989 Loksound 5 Instruction Manual multifunction decoders. Default is Function 6 in the LokSound 5. Speed is defined in CV101. Speed is reduced by 50%
=== Further Reading ===
See the pages on CVs and Speed Tables for more information on this and other features of multifunction decoders.
== References ==
TAMS

tams elektronik is a manufacturer of DCC systems headquartered in Hanover, Germany.
Tams Elektronik Ltd.
Fuhrberger Straße 4
Hanover, Germany 30625
http://www.tams-online.de/
DCC Products:
# Digital control EasyControl: simple + reliable digital
# Boosters 
# Locomotive decoders, function decoders and access decoders, DCC and Motorola
# Sound decoders and sound modules
# BiDiB
# RailCom
# s88 feedback bus
TCS T1

==Description==
An HO scale decoder a 9-pin JST socket. This decoder can be hardwired, plugged straight into some locomotives, or connected to the 8-pin NMRA sockets using a variety of available harnesses.
Motive current allows up to 1.3 amps continuous and 2 amp peak draw. The T1 features TCS exclusive auto-adjusting BEMF. 
The two lighting functions, typically headlight and reverse light, can support up to 100mA.
== Features ==
* NMRA DCC Compliant
* DC or DCC Operation
* 2 or 4 Digit Addressing
* 14-28/128 Speed Steps
* Consisting
* TCS Exclusive Auto-Adjusting Back EMF
* Quiet Drive for super quiet engine performance
* Three-step or Loadable Speed Table
* Variable Momentum for custom acceleration curves
* Function Mapping and Multiple Lighting Effects
* Adjustable Dimmed Brightness
* Superior Ditch Light control with realistic alternating pulsing
* Adjustable Mars, Gyra, and Rotary Beacon
TCS T4X

== Features ==
* Back EMF Load Compensation: Provides superior slow speed control and high performance under load.
* Quiet Drive: Super-quiet motor control for "buzz" free motor performance.
* DC Mode: Decoder will automatically detect DC power. You can also configure how your lighting effects function on DC.
* RailCom®: This feature allows the decoder to talk to the command station. RailCom supports expansion for new features.
* Variable Momentum: Allows you to make custom acceleration and deceleration curves.
* Incandescent Bulb Support: This decoder can be used with 12 Volt bulbs.
* Function Remapping: Buttons 0 through 12 may be used to control the lighting functions of this decoder.
* Programmable Lighting Effects: Choose from 20 separate user-programmable lighting effects!
* Dimmable Brightness: Configure multiple different brightness levels for your LED's or incandescent bulbs.
* Decoder Lock: Feature which prevents accidental/unwanted programming while activated.
* Airwire™ Compatible: Fully compatible with Airwire™ operation.
* User-Loadable Speed Tables: Configure custom speed curves and set speed limits.
* Hard-wire or 9-Pin JST
TSU-1000

The Tsunami is a sound decoder manufactured and sold by Soundtraxx.
It is available in a number of forms.
The original Tsunamis were for steam locomotives. They covered Heavy, Medium and Light Steam. Various diesel models followed, featuring a variety of prime movers. They also make a steam model, the TSU750, known as the MicroTsunami, as it is smaller to fit in tight quarters.
Tsunamis are very customizable, with multiple horns/whistles, as well as features like rod clank, an equalizer, and other features. DecoderPro is very helpful to program a Tsunami. They also require a programming track as they have higher power requirements than a non-sound decoder.
Recently Soundtraxx began supplying OEM decoders to a variety of manufacturers. Those decoders are not available for sale, as they are often custom made for that product. Some, such as those employed in the Rapido FP7, feature custom sound files too.
TTX UTP

The UTP is allows convenient walk-around connections to be distributed on a layout. 
The UTP has four RJ-12 connectors wired in parallel. Two connectors on the back are used to for connections from the command station and additional UTPs. Two front panel connections connect throttles to the throttle network. 
A metal panel is supplied to for mounting the UTP on edge of the layout of other convenient spot.
The Universal Throttle Panel is can be used with the NCE Cab Bus, Digitrax LocoNet, and Lenz XpressNet throttle networks.
Tam Valley Depot

== Description ==
Tam Valley Depot designs, manufactures and sells a number of products:
* Frog Juicers, circuit protection, and auto reverse devices
* Boosters
* Turnout motor controllers
** Octopus III, drives up to eight servos
** Micro Singlet single servo driver
Support is open during business days.
QuadLn_S sales and support has moved to N3IX.
Thermal Protection (decoder)

Category:Multifunction_Decoder_Features
Thermal protection is a method of protecting electronic devices from damage due to excessive heat.
== Purpose of Thermal Protection ==
When current flows through an electrical or electronic device, some energy is lost in the form of heat. Excessive current can cause damage by creating excessive heat that the device cannot withstand.
Electronic devices do not like excessive heat. Long periods at elevated temperatures will degrade them, shortening their lifespan. Excessive heat above their design limits will often shorten their life dramatically or lead to failure in a very short period of time. 
=== Implementation ===
Thermal management is planned during the design of electronic devices. Laying out the components to allow for adequate airflow, selecting appropriate devices for the power they will handle, and the addition of passive and active cooling systems such as heatsinks and fans reduce the temperature of the device when in operation. Devices such as transistors and integrated circuits are easily damaged or destroyed by excessive heat, either created by their operation or the ambient temperature.
The thermal capability of a semiconductor can be increased by the addition of a heatsink, either by attaching it to a metal component such as the chassis, or by adding a small metal heatsink. Further improvements can be made by managing the air flow around the device. 
Devices such as multifunction decoders are often installed in small spaces with limited airflow. As a result, thermal management becomes important. For further protection, some electronic devices such as regulators or integrated circuits include circuitry to monitor their temperature. Should the temperature exceed a design limit, the device is shut down to protect it from damage.
Some command stations/boosters have a visible heatsink as part of their enclosure. The heatsink relies on natural convection to eliminate heat produced by the power transistors driving the track bus. Some modellers add an additional fan for forced convection, further reducing the temperature. If the DCC system is enclosed, a fan forcing air in or drawing it out of the enclosure is beneficial, with appropriate vents.
Three Step Speed Table

The Three Step Speed Table uses the Start, Mid and Maximum voltages to create a simple speed table to customize locomotive performance.
== Three Step Speed Table ==
=== CVs Used ===
The following three CVs are used to create the speed table:
# CV2, VStart: Used to set the speed for Speed Step 1 by adjusting for the motor and drivetrain
# CV5, VHigh sets the maximum speed
# CV6, VMid adjusts the mid point speed
By adjusting their values, a response curve can be created to simulate the operation of a switcher, road switcher, or a road locomotive. Use care, as incorrect relationships between the CVs can have unpredictable results. For example, VMid must be at a value larger than that used for VStart.
Switchers do not need to go fast; slower operation is preferable. Road switchers have to function as both road locomotives and switchers, so while slow speed operation is needed, higher speeds are needed for over the road operations. Road locomotives need their speed curves set for higher speed operations, as they don't perform switching operations. So adjusting the VMid may allow for more realistic operations where reduced throttle response is needed towards the operational speed range, but more response to get the train moving.
For more details see Speed Steps.
Category:Multifunction_Decoder_Features
Throttles List

__NOEDITSECTION__ 
 <btn id="tab1Label" data-toggle="tab" class="nav-link active" role="tab" aria-controls="tab1" aria-selected="true">#tab1|Current</btn>
 <btn id="btn2Label" data-toggle="tab" class="nav-link" role="tab" aria-controls="tab2" aria-selected="false">#tab2|End-of-life / Old</btn>
 
 
 
 
 
 
{{#css: h1#firstHeading {display: none;}}
Train Detection Systems

A number of detection systems are available on the market.
=== Circuitron ===
See the Circuitron catalog for complete details.
* BD-2 / BD-2HD
* BD-3 / BD-3HD
The BD-3 is designed for DCC. The BD-2 will work with simple DCC layouts. The HD version is designed for larger currents. BD devices have Open Collector outputs.
* DT-3 Grade Crossing Detector (single direction)
* DF-1 Grade Crossing Detector with flasher (single direction)
* DF-2 Grade Crossing Detector with flasher and gate driver (optical sensors)
* DF-3 Grade Crossing Detector with flasher and gate driver (current sensors)
http://circuitron.com/
=== CTI Electronics ===
* TB002-DCC Dual DCC Occupancy Detector 
** Designed specifically for DCC applications 
** Works with their Train Brain software
http://www.cti-electronics.com/sensors.htm
=== Dallee ===
*TRAK-DT
Uses a relay to open and close a circuit. Current Sensing design.
Dalle offers a number of accessories for the TRAK-DT.
https://www.dallee.com/overview.html
=== Digitrax ===
These devices support LocoNet
* BXP88 - Eight sections
* BXPA1 - One section, with Auto Reverse, Transponding and Power Management
* BDL168 - Sixteen sections
* BD-4 - 3A, 4 detection sections, Can also work with resistive wheel sets.
** BD-4 is not compatible with SuperSonic decoders.
=== Lenz ===
* LB-101
=== NCE ===
* BD-20 - Current Sensing
https://www.ncedcc.com/
=== RR-CirKits ===
* BOD-4 Four Sections. logic level outputs
** BOD-4CP inclues turnout motor drivers
* BOD-8 Eight sections, similar to the BPD-4
http://www.rr-cirkits.com/description/index.html
=== Open Collector ===
Open collector outputs allow for compatibility with a number of detection systems as well as logical circuits such as a computer.
Category:Wiring
Category:Electrical
Trim Adjust

Trim Adjust is the feature incorporated into the multifunction decoder by CVs 66 and 95.
:;These Configuration Variables are Optional, so your decoder may not include them.
== Why the Need for Trim Adjust ==
 Due to tolerances in the gear trains and bearings, a vehicle may not operate at the same speed in both directions with the same throttle setting. Trim Adjust allows user adjustments to the voltage supplied to the motor in forward or reverse rotation. This allows the motor (and vehicle) speed to be altered in either direction to make them match. 
=== Forward Trim ===
Forward Trim specifies a scaling factor to be applied to the calculation of the motor drive voltage when the locomotive is operated in forward. It is interpreted as n/128. Setting CV 66 to Zero disables the feature. 
=== Reverse Trim ===
Reverse Trim specifies a scaling factor to be applied to the calculation of the motor drive voltage when the locomotive is operated in reverse. It is interpreted as n/128. Setting CV 95 to Zero disables the feature. 
Category:CV
Category:Multifunction Decoder
UP3

Category:Digitrax
Category:LocoNet
== Description ==
The Universal Panel 3 provides two Loconet jacks and track power connections on the rear, with two throttle connections and a track power indicator on the front. It lacks the LocoNet jack on the side. A maximum of 10 panels can be powered from a PS14 power supply using the provided jack. Additional panels may not work correctly without the addition of another power supply. A PS14 also powers the battery saver circuit.
=== Details ===
* Simple hookup, maintenance & troubleshooting of LocoNet.
* Use with 6 conductor telephone cable with RJ12 6 pin connectors and Daisy Chain your LocoNet Ports around the layout.
* "Battery Saver" Circuitry Built in (External Power Supply is required for battery saver)
** This prevents wireless throttles from draining their battery when the layout is off.
=== Supplied with Digitrax Starter Sets ===
;These sets and the UP3 have been discontinued.
* Empire Builder II
* Genesis II
* Chief 5- and 8-Amp sets
=== Track Power Issues ===
If the UP3 was connected to track power, there existed a possibility of a failure.
The RJ jacks could have short circuit develop within them if throttle connections were pulled toward the sides during operation. This would result in erratic LocoNet operation. The cause was steering diodes providing power to the throttle which also isolated track power from LocoNet. This was also a problem if the track segment was powered with Direct Current.
The UP5 corrected this issue.
It is possible to protect the UP3 from damage by adding a 22Ω, 3W resistor to each track input. See UP3 Diode Protection
== Usage with NCE Cab Bus ==
It was possible to use a UP3 with NCE's Cab Bus. The UP5 and UP7 have design changes that prevent their use with other throttle networks.
* UP3 with Cab Bus
==Instruction Manual==
Available from Digitrax:
* UP3 instructions.
== Digitrax Utility Panels ==
* UP5
* UP7
* UR91
* UR92
* UR93
** UR indicates a Radio transceiver.
UP6Z

== Features ==
* Six LocoNet Jacks
** Four on the front
** Two on rear panel
* Track status indicator
* Screw terminals for connections to power bus
** Track voltage reduction availalbe 
* All scales supported 
=== Installation ===
The unit is the same form factor as a number of LocoNet devices, and can be mounted with screws. No power supply is required. The jack present on the rear panel is a place holder with no functional connections.
=== Voltage Reduction ===
* For Z Scale Only
For voltage reduction the Rail A and B connections are made to the UP6Z's A & B connections. The power bus is connected to the common and the 6V or 4V terminals to reduce the voltage to the desired level.