Model trains and scenery heavily depend on electronics. In this section, information about electronics and configurations can be found.
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Z21 + DCC-EX and iTrain (low-cost signal control 0.7€/output)
This post explains how to increase the number of controllable signals of a model railway from iTrain in an economical way, with an approximate cost of 0.7€/output using DCC-EX. I control the locomotives and turnouts with the ROCO Z21 application or from iTrain. The problem is that to control traffic signals and building lights to…
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DIY Programming on siding track with Z21 Starter
I sometimes want to program CV to one locomotive without the need to remove other locomotives from the track (POM). To avoid this, added a siding with a DPDS connected to the Z21 white. This allows to bring a loco to the siding, change the switch, program the loco and after changing the switch again…
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How to build a cheap onboard live video train (FPV)
Creating a cheap and easy setup to view your model railroad from a cabin can be achieved with basic FPV drone equipment. This is not meant to be realistic, although it can be hidden inside a container. Material needed cost approx 50 euros: The layout is simple: Can be mounted in a low wagon and…