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DIY Programming on siding track with Z21 Starter

Posted on October 13, 2025October 13, 2025 by rmolins

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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ROCO 10819 Z21 Ocupancy detection

Posted on November 8, 2024September 11, 2025 by rmolins

My objective is to have a compact, fully automated layout that allows playing with one train while others are automated. Knowing the position of a train is critical. After using Rocrail and iTrain I find the later easier to use. The final connection setup is as follows, The current configuration of areas in iTrain5 is…

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ROCO 10836 Switch decoder for controlling traffic light/signals

Posted on November 3, 2024 by rmolins

There are a various way to control the signalling on a layout. One possibility is to use the same P and N (rails) to have it fully integration inside the DCC addressing. For this option and using ROCO devices, the layout and material needed is: It is compulsory to connect P and DCC from the…

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ROCO 10836 Automatic switching

Posted on November 3, 2024September 11, 2025 by rmolins

Instruction manual can be quite confusing. Here is my simplified circuit installation in a NOCH preformed layout. The manual states that the switch must be connected to have a more robust connection. I have not being able to avoid short circuits following the manual. Making no additional connection to the switch work well. NOCH preformed…

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How to build a cheap onboard live video train (FPV)

Posted on November 3, 2024 by rmolins

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…

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