Earlier this year, bachmann launched a revolutionary new way to control your model trains, through using your smartphone or tablet. Unlike other train control systems, bluerail has no system to buy. Addon track sections are also available separately see below. Enjoy the fastest way to get going in dcc with our ez command digital command control system. It is a big investment and you will be using it for a number of years, so consider what you need now and will possibly need in the future. This is the ez command wireless dynamis by bachmann. Jan 20, 2016 all latest dcc controller has available for sale an interface that connects to a computer and can control a dcc system.
Arduino on its own could not drive any locos, you need an amplifier bridge at least to generate the dcc signal at required voltage levels way above arduino voltage. The digitrax, the mrc and the nce have this interface. Plugandplay compatibility with all dc and dcc systems bachmann trains ez command digital command controller. Bachmann stock decoders dont support much in the way of motor control. Dcc model railroad digital control devices for sale ebay. Bachmann ez command dynamis dcc model train control system. Bachmann dcc model railroad digital control devices for. Simple diy dcc system with app model railroader magazine. If you run steam or narrow gauge, and mostly freight, the voltage to the rails of 1920 volts will give you prototype speeds. Model railroader is the worlds largest magazine on model trains and model railroad layouts. Buy bachmann trains ez command digital command controller. The board can be powered by dc, dcc, or battery power, and is. The android version is scheduled for release feb 1, which should coincide with the release of our first plugin board. The bluerail system is compatible with bachmann ez app trains, and the ios app is available in the appstore.
Unfollow bachmann dcc controller to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. In partnership with lenz electronic gmbh, bachmann brings you a dcc system that is both easy to use and affordable for novice and experienced hobbyists alike. Bachmann ez command dynamis wireless dcc model train. Introducing bachmanns first ez appequipped steam locomotive. Android app dcc controller via bluetooth and arduino model.
This will be 00, using peco code 75 track with electrofrog points. Bachmann state problem with select controller being spikey and possible change to chip configuration. The first model would not operate on dcc but afer swapping the chip for the blank it worked on dc. The mrc, which i know best, offers two types of interfaces. At the moment my app system only does cv1 coding, however future versions could have full cv addresing. You can keep the things mike indicated you for apples products to get started. So arranged with supplier to return chip for a replacement. With a variable speed controller, you can determine the rate of travel and bring your town or city to life. Bachmann 44912 ez command dcc automatic reverse loop module. When analog mode is enabled, you may control your locomotive using an ordinary powerpack though operation will be a bit different than when running nondecoder equipped locomotives.
Soundtraxx 882004 econami ecopnp dcc diesel sound decoder. Ez command dynamis allows the operator total freedom by integrating twoway wireless technology into an advanced digital command control system. Now you can have speed, direction, lighting, and sound control at your fingertips using your android or apple smart device and the free ez app. This board utilizes the same technology used in the bachmann ez app trains which. Using a unique toggle style joystick, both speed and selection of locomotive are controlled. There is no limit on the number of locomotives that can be operating using the monocacy trains system. Technical support if you have any questions regarding our products or services, please contact our service department via this contact form. But, if you run diesels or passenger trains, you may, on some locos, need 24 volts dcc on the rails.
Page 1 table of contents page 2 introduction page 3 hardware overview handset page 4 command station page 5 handset screen overview page 6 action key icons page 7 getting started page 8 how to use the joystick page 9 page 10 page 11. Engine driver interfaces through jmri and should work with dcc systems that jmri can interface with. Bluerail has updated our app to support control of dcc trains, and partnered with established dcc experts in the industry to develop hardware, software and firmware to bring. The key is that the computer must connect with your dcc system through a rs232 port, loconet or others. Hopefully, this article will get you set in the right direction on finding the best system for you buying a digital command control system is a big investment, both in time and hardware. The app has a simple easytouse interface to control speed. Bachmann trains in partnership with bluerail trains has developed a bluetooth smart control system to allow you to directly control model trains from your bluetooth smart smartphone or tablet without any additional equipment. Great deals on dcc model railroad digital control devices. Twoway wireless infrared operation constant digital information updates of handset command to locomotive, and of locomotive performance back to handset joystick control for locomotive selection and speed programming on the main 9,999 locomotive addresses supports 14, 28 or 128 speed steps full cv programming turnout and accessory control. Sound comes from the handheld making headphones and earbuds viable, remote via the internet operation, true plugandplay, android apps in the works, and they are seeking suggestions for new. Works with most dc motor trains, dcc integrated and compatible with your existing track and power supply. Bachmann dcc controller for sale in uk view 23 bargains. Jun 05, 2019 it far exceeds entry level system from bachmann, hornby, etc.
Specifically for dcc, voltage is important, since not all dcc systems can output the same voltages. I have recently purchased a bachmann mpv with dcc fitted. Bachmann trains ez command digital command controller. The nickel silver ez track autoreversing track system includes.
Great deals on bachmann dcc model railroad digital control devices. Android has an app called engine driver from the android marketplace and it is free to download. The original controller was a big, black, red throttle that was huge, and chunky. Makes you think it wrote the value when in fact the cv doesnt exist in the decoder. Most dcc units will read good when a cv is written to that doesnt exist in the decoder. Welcome to bachmanns ez app touch screen train control system. Bachmann 36504rc dynamis ultima dcc digital railway controller control system. Bachmann trains ez command digital command controller by. Ez command allows modelers to digitally control speed, lighting, and direction of multiple locomotives. Control lights, sounds, and full operation directly from your bluetooth smart enabled phone or tablet.
Control your model railway with your android device youtube. Welcome to bachmann s ez app touch screen train control system. Sep 23, 2012 bachmann stock decoders dont support much in the way of motor control. Bachmann stock decoder programming dcc electronics. So today i paid a visit to a hobby shop in nottingham who had a few dcc systems i have a go with the hornby basic dcc controller, the bachmann dynamis and the lenzs 100 controllers and while no definite answer was formed in my mind it has given me a better understanding of the feeling of dcc. The transformer was built into the controller, making it heavy, and large.
Bachmann ez command dcc controller plus dcc equipped ho loco, usra 060 steam loco and vanderbilt tender, southern pacific ho scale, dcc onboard. Dcc makes operating two or more trains on the same track easy. Features such as a wireless throttle with a large display and intuitive, easytouse programming menus make the dynamis digital command control dcc system a great choice for both novice and expert dcc users. The ez app locos default to dcmode until connected to the. Selecting a digital command control system dccwiki.
Give your model railroad collection an upgrade with this bachmann digital commander electric train set. I took the 909 astrogadget i make, recoded the pic 16f87 as a dcc controller for model trains driving the on board hbridge, added my bluetooth adapter gadget to the serial port of the pic. I was thinking what the most compatible dcc controller is. All latest dcc controller has available for sale an interface that connects to a computer and can control a dcc system. My bachmann ez command was incompatible with some decoders. Buying a digital command control system is a big investment, both in time and hardware. It far exceeds entry level system from bachmann, hornby, etc. Dcc model railway digital control devices for sale ebay. Choosing a digital command control system before selecting a basic or advanced digital command control system, you need to ask yourself a few questions.
But, if you run diesels or passenger trains, you may, on. Buy products related to dcc train controller products and see what customers say about dcc train controller products on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. If your track is powered by a bachmann dc speed controllerho transformer, turn the. Digitrax ut4 utility throttle 4 digit addressing and infrared capability msh.
Enjoy wireless touchscreen control of this 260 through your bluetooth 4supported android or apple smart device. However, due to changes in bluetooth permissions with android 6, the app. Hi all, i have very limited dcc experience played with a friends massoth g scale set up, and a roco lokmaus but am looking into using it on my next layout. All locos will be recentish bachmann or hornby wr steam small praries. Most and if not all controllers have a few things they are not compatible with. Model railroad digital control devices for sale ebay.
Blue lightning ez app train control bachmann industries. Modules available for popular gauges including o, sscale, and ho. Ez app train control bachmann ez app train control system. Dcc by nmra definition uses 4 logical components sometimes two or more of these are in the same box. Checklist for choosing a digital command control system dccwiki. An earlier experience with the controller would have increased my enjoyment of the hobby two or three fold. Diy dcc train control with pic chip and android app over. Selecting a digital command control system can be perhaps the most complicated aspect of getting started in dcc. The wave differs from the ac in your house in that the dcc wave is square, not sinusoidal, and the frequency of the ac varies to provide the commands. With dcc and other kinds of command control you control decoderequipped locomotives independently as opposed to controlling the power going to the track and everything on it. Am using a hornby select controller which works with other bachmann chips but not the mpvs. Ez app allows you to control any bachmann ez app train directly from your android device.
Hopefully, this article will get you set in the right direction on finding the best system for you. Bachmann dcc the next step in digital command control dcc with the new ez command digital command control system. Factory set for dash40cw realism, the diesel package offers a choice of 5 prime movers, 16 airhorns, multiple variations of 7 bell types, 2 air compressors, and 3 couplers plus a functionactivated gradecrossing signalall in 16bit polyphonic sound. Bachmann ez command dynamis pro box dcc expansion pack36508. Bachmann36501ez commanddcc control centrevery a good controller to get you into the world of dcc. Buy products related to dcc train controller products and see what customers say about dcc train. Android app dcc controller via bluetooth and arduino. Nov 27, 20 i took the 909 astrogadget i make, recoded the pic 16f87 as a dcc controller for model trains driving the on board hbridge, added my bluetooth adapter gadget to the serial port of the pic. Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection at. While the sound system installed in your bachmann model is first and foremost a dcc decoder, it may be used on a dc powered layout. Using around 15 components on a small pcb with an arduino pro mini plus hbridge module and a bluetooth module, the cost to build is minimal giving the easiest ever, self build of a nmra compliant dcc command station just use your android phone or upcycle an old one without a sim card, to be your smart dcc controller. Bachmann digital commander ho scale electric train set.
The dcc controller, computer and interface are eliminated, with the signal removed from the rails the handheld communicates directly with the decoder. The dynamis ez command set includes three main components. Bachmann trains ez command dynamis wireless infrared digital. Digital command control, or dcc as most modelers know it, brings electronics technology to your model railroad.
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