The sprog 2 is a usb dccdecoder programming device. Current firmware version 3 sprog ii is the programmer for all dcc decoder needs, and works with the powerful jmri decoderpro software to support configuration programming of any dcc decoder, including sound decoders sprog 2 gives you the ability to program dcc decoders using your computer without the. Saving and loading decoder profiles this comes very handy for car decoders. Nov 28, 20 heres how and why i program the configuration variables cvs in my ho scale locos with dcc sound.
The red and blue wires from the decoder are inserted into the programming port on the decoder output module. I turned on the system and checked the track voltage with a tony trains rramp meter, the mainline read 14. I am trying to program the zen zn8h decoder with my select to no avail. Page mode programming is basically the same as register programming in concept and allows one to leveraged a lot of the register mode software already developed inside the decoder. Highend sound decoders feature programmable sound tables. I wired the programming track as per the manual, using proga and progb outputs on the dcs100. You can program any type of decoder connected to dcc track power that is located anywhere on the layout at any time. We cannot grant a proper function in combination with former windows systems. Sprog ii and sprog 3 both offer full nmra standard dcc programming for any manufacturers standardcompliant dcc decoders. Zimo mxulfa dcc decoder update module with lcd display the mxulfa are more than a simple decoder update and programming tool. Digital command control dcc decoder programming is what makes your dcc decoder installation unique to your locomotive. This software operates either as decoder for switches pulse or for signals permanent outputs. Proposed course dates subject to a minimum 3 attendees. Being able to use the lokprogrammer you need a software for your computer.
This is a lowpowered section of track we use when configuring the decoder. Dcc systems have two different modes, a run mode and a program mode. Loading software updates into all models of zimo decoders using the mxtap decoder test stand or installed in a vehicle while on the programming track. Most dcc decoders can operate in 14, 28 or 128 speed steps. Mar 10, 2020 the accessory decoder sees the address, knows it is in the program mode, and stores the address as its own for further use.
Foreign users with 220240 vac will need to furnish their own power supply, input. You can upload the same decoder settings to many cars, in a few clicksseconds. Both are supplied with full software, comprehensive installation instructions and a lifetime warranty and support. This video shows the steps to program an engine decoder for use on your dcc layout using an nce command station and program track. Version number version number cv 7 when major bug fixes or upgrades are done to the software in the decoder the version number is updated. The programming process is straightforward and simple. You can manage your locomotive rosters and easily program your decoders using decoderpro. Over time several types of the arduino dcc decoder software have been made, such as accessory, servo, function decoder, s88 interface, dcc sniffer, sound software. Userfriendly programming with the right software, you dont need to worry about bits and bytes anymore. Over time several types of the arduino dcc decoder software have been made, such as accessory, servo, functiondecoder, s88 interface, dcc sniffer, sound software. The accessory decoder sees the address, knows it is in the program mode, and stores the address as its own for further use. The software was developped for microsoft windows windows xp, 7, 8, 8. Atrack for windows atrack is a powerful free extension to complement the facilities of your nce corporation power cab or power pro digital command control system and to assist you in running your roster of locomotives on your model railroad atrack allows you to store full details of all of your locomotives and accessory turnout decoders, with all of their dcc configuration parameters. Heres how and why i program the configuration variables cvs in my ho scale locos with dccsound.
You can either rewrite the dcc address 08 to it, or a new address of your choice between 01 to 02 and 04 to 59 these are the only addresses supported by the select controller for locos. It is based on the arduino opensource electronics platform, and uses an arduino motor shield or pololu motor driver board to drive the track power. How do i start decoderpro program for the first time. Provides the simple driving and the decoder programming. Programming of all nmra dcc, selectrix and loconet compliant locomotive, turnout and feedback decoders. You should check your owners manual for complete descriptions on the configurations available and which. Speed steps are the increments of motor voltage that a locomotives mobile decoder produces. Decoder for room lights with dcc to dmx interface and flexible macro programming, similar to the room light control in the central station. Trainprogrammer is the program, which makes programming of dcc decoders as simple as a few clicks with your mouse. Decoder programming is the action of entering suitable values into the configuration variables cvs in a dcc decoder to set their address, speed table, functions and other parameters so they operate with the characteristics you choose. All are available from now on in one overall zip download. Since i dont plan on using all 17 output pins i modified the program to give the state of the 17 pins rather than actually lighting them.
Wangrowsystem one sys1 decoder were manufactured by various subcontractors including nce. Sprog, originally designed as a simple interface, now offers 3 amp sprog options and boosters, the esu programmer is into its 3rd generation and well worth a look. The simple programmer is opened from the main page of decoderpro action menu. Software for programming of decoders as well as testing and runningin of vehicles. Reading and writing of all decoder settings with a few mouse clicks. By this, i mean, once a decoder has been properly installed in a locomotive, the locomotive can operate on any dcc system right then and there, without any need make any changes to the decoder programming. This is called programming, and most dcc systems provide a means to do it. In this installment, dana shows you how to program 2 and 4digit locomotive addresses. To convert the dcc track voltage to the arduino voltage level, an optocoupler. This software runs on opendecoder 1, based on the attiny23. It is said to be able to program nearly all dcc decoders on the market. Jmri is intended as a jumpingoff point for hobbyists who want to control their layouts with a computer. Other software, allows for train control and acts like a cab throttle. Hornby forum programming other dcc decoders with hornby.
For printable documentation, visit our documentation page. In some cases, older decoders operate only in 14 steps. This page links to the various programming tools we have created to simplify the process of decoder configuration. In the schematic below this is achieved by the pc817 or similar optocoupler.
Status editing a dcc decoders status can be manually changed by a digitrax command station at any time the decoder is selectable. Using a computer equipped with proprietary sound decoder programming software and interfaced with the dcc controller, users of highend sound decoders may customize the sounds played by their locomotives. You can build control panels and control your layout using. This software is steadily advanced, so stay uptodate and get the latest version of it. Episode 1 programming locomotive addresses dana kawala starts a new series on digital command control programming for the common model railroader. For space and cost reasons this platform is partly built in smd but still with. Status editing a dcc decoder s status can be manually changed by a digitrax command station at any time the decoder is selectable. If writing a cv value you should enter the cv number and then a value in the value text box. Nov 23, 2012 this video shows the steps to program an engine decoder for use on your dcc layout using an nce command station and program track. A better tool for programming decoders, simplifying the job of configuring dcc decoders from your computer panelpro design and operate crt based ctc control panels that reflect the realtime state of your railroad and let you control it dispatcherpro a system for dispatching, grouping your roster and throttles operationspro. The dcc service mode programming track ack circuit. Nce decoder history welcome to the nce information station. These include the short or primary address, the long or extended address, start voltage, acceleration and deceleration momentum, and cv29 also known as the master cv.
Afaik the dcc format should be compatible with all brands. A full 1 day course on programming decoders, including handson sessions, from 10am till 4. The simple programmer allows you to read or write cv values in dcc decoders one at a time prior to reading a cv value you should enter the cv number address into the cv number text box. The section continues on to describe the procedure in detail. Programming a decoder setting the values of the cvs to users options. Here are a few decoder programming tips from my experience. Bachmann stock decoder programming dcc electronics.
Surely hornby doesnt use some propriety code that only works with hornby controllers while programming. October 2004 new software for windows nt2000xp now available. The pr1 device from digitrax is a standalone programmer and is not usable with this software. Decoder programming as requested, heres a howto on programming decoder cvs the first thing we need to install, before thinking about programming the decoder, is the programming track. This process does not require knowledge of cvs numbers. You place the loco on the programming track, then follow the guidance in the select manual regarding changing your loco dcc address. Cv control variable 8bit data byte in a decoder that speci. Cv29 is one of the most advanced cvs defined by the nmra and is used to configure multiple settings such as speed step modes 1428128 speed step modes, dc operation, 4digit addressing. First of all, i am assuming that you know the basics of entering a locomotive address and maybe even how to change the start voltage by altering a simple cv configuration variable. This signal can be taken from any arduino pin and needs to cause the dcc decoder to increase the supply current by 60ma for 6ms. The lowcost decoder 1 reaches its limit when more complex tasks are to be performed, the decoder platform 2 based on an atmega8515 with 8k flash, 512 bytes ram and 512 bytes of eeprom was created. Decoder programmer decprog hardware version 4 released may 2004.
Kb583 programming output voltage and bachmann decoder programming. Some of the decoders manufactured by nce for sys1 show a nce label on the pcb but a sys1 model number. As time progresses this is a subject that becomes more common and much cleverer. To get the most of them, you must put specific values into a large number of configuration variables cvs. A low cost, easy to build, substitute for the digitrax pr1. However it involves extra steps at the command station level to program the decoder. Decoder small microcomputer based control unit mobile decoder decoder in a locomotive, decodes dcc commands to control locomotive. Please see the software page for other software relating to trains at a more general level. There are several very basic cvs configuration variables that you need to be aware of with dcc decoders. If you are programming cv values in the accessory decoder such as cv6342 to reset then you use the program on main method. We want it to be usable to as many people as possible, so were building it in java to run anywhere, and were trying to make it independent of specific hardware systems. The controller dial is turned to the advanced features, and using the display menus the contents of the decoder are displayed on the screen.
Sprog 2 dcc decoders programming via computer locgeek. When i saw that, i have an original version of atlas early computer programming software on my computer, i went through the soundtraxx manual and got all of the cv numbers needed for reprogramming the functions, the atlas software is more labor intensive than the decoder pro software. You should check your owners manual for complete descriptions on the configurations available and which programming methods it is compatible with. For those who do not have any dcc hardware yet and are considering purchasing a dcc locomotive and want to use decoder pro to program it consider the sprog ii usb.
Some software programs your decoders, which can be either mobile decoders or stationary decoders. If you need a quick, simple to use, crossplatform software for programming decoders mobile and stationary, then this is. Compatible with digitrax, lenz, nce and all other dcc systems. Programming your first dcc decoder all points north model. Current firmware version 3 sprog ii is the programmer for all dcc decoder needs, and works with the powerful jmri decoderpro software to support configuration programming of any dcc decoder, including sound decoders sprog 2 gives you the ability to program dcc decoders using your computer without the need to move your computer to. It is designed to function as a small digital system. The jmri project is building tools for model railroad computer control. Modern multifunction dcc decoders have many options. Software modifications geoffs software toggles the 17 leds attached to the arduino by pressing function buttons on the dcc controller. The internal decoder software is written for and owned by sys1 but functionally the same as nces v2. Yellow led blinks 8 times, headlight goes on and off a few times on the loco but thats it. The controller dial is turned to the advanced features, and using the display menus the contents of. Once installed you should leave setup for all programming. What is dcc plus plus dccplusplusbasestation wiki github.
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