TrainController Gold and Silver - Freiwald Software

The image above displays two possible configurations for a double slip turnout. In both
cases it is assumed that the turnout is operated by two double-solenoid devices with
four solenoids in total. For this reason the turnout occupies four output contacts of an
accessory decoder. The left image displays a situation, in which both double-solenoid
devices must be operated in order to throw the turnout. The right image displays a situation,
in which only one double-solenoid device is to be operated to throw the turnout.
The bright circles represent the contact outputs of the accessory decoder which are
turned on in order to throw the turnout to the corresponding state. The dark circles correspond
to the decoder outputs, which remain turned off during operation of the turnout.
For certain digital systems the bright circles are drawn in a color or show an additional
sign, which reflects the color or label of the key, that is to be pressed on the keyboard or
handheld of this digital system in order to activate the related contact output. If you are
familiar with the operation of a certain turnout with your keyboard then these additional
markings help you to map the keyboard operation to the correct configuration in the
software.
These images display only two possible situations. The decoder outputs can be configured
very flexibly as required to operate the turnout.
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2.5 Signals and Accessories
After completing the track diagram, the next step is to place the signals in the diagram,
as well as the accessory elements such as operating lights, uncouplers or other accessories.
The following elements are provided:
• Two, three and four aspect signals of different styles
• Push buttons, toggle switches or on-off switches to operate your accessories
Diagram 66: Attaching signals and accessories to the track