Jim betz, a long time dcc guru, has a lot of experience with manual speed matching and general tuning locomotives. These roster files are used to construct a roster menu for jmri applications. Mar 15, 2018 download jmri model railroad interface for free. Jmri software, decoder pro, panel pro and model railroad. The original mac code from the decoder pro project, which only supported nces powerpro dcc system at the time, was rewrittentranslated into java by. Digitrax, easydcc, lenz, nce, sprog, wangrow and zimo. It provides a simpler user interface, grouping together choices and using text instead of bits and bytes. The original mac code from the decoder pro project, which only supported nces powerpro dcc system at the time, was rewrittentranslated into java by bob, and the rest is history. Trainmasters tv basic decoder programming with jmri. This is a big job since there is a file for just about every decoder ever manufactured. After i upgraded to windows 10, i removed jmri from the computer and downloaded it again. If you have jmri, a wireless router and a smartphone you are set to go. He has written a document that combines all his knowledge and is available for you to download and read. Between new releases, new files may be created that you might want to use.
It is configured using text files, so that it can be adapted to additional decoder types easily. This tutorial will come in three parts and cover the panel editor and the layout editor. Questions regarding jmri should be directed to the jmri user group questions regarding jmri should be directed to the jmri user group. Jmri is intended as a jumpingoff point for hobbyists who want to control their layouts with a computer without having to create an entire system from scratch. The pr1 device from digitrax is a standalone programmer and is not usable with this software.
We provide a link to the drivers for the silicon labs chipset used on board, the software used with the usb board is up the end user. Decoder programming 101 programming a decoder changes its behaviour simplest is its primary address done with values stored in control variables all dcc systems can program decoders decoderpro makes this much easier. Any other information by nce regarding jmri is provided as a courtesy only. I had the problems described above on one of the computer,however it is working fine now. Mrrm interfaces to jmri include realtime commanding of turnouts and signals, realtime feedback of turnouts, signals, sensors, and digitrax transponders, loco and roster xml file exchanges with decoder pro, generation of jmri automation scripts. The nce usb is the only way to connect a power cab or sb35 to a computer. Decoderpro user guide updating decoder definitions. If you need a quick, simple to use, crossplatform software for programming decoders mobile and stationary, then this is the choice for you many people that have expensive track control software still use this software for its ability to quickly program a wide range of decoders. Run jmri for the first time find jmri in your programs list and click on decoder pro. To determine which rom version you have, go to the setup command station menu on the procab. Nov, 2018 for me, the attraction of jmri s decoder pro was that it was supposed to make decoder programming easier. Decoder pro is the solution to pain free decoder programing for your dcc equipped trains.
The simple idea of put the address in cv01 doesnt cope well when you program complicated functions using combinations of bit patterns. Using jmri decoder pro to program your engines program a new engine duplicate an existing engine ron st. Unlike the software developed for windows system, most of the applications installed in mac os x generally can be removed with relative ease. Panelpro can communicate with more than one layout control system. Nce has made several of these available to its users. Using jmri with nce power cab, sb5 and phpower pro news. No need to learn hexadecimal or memorized lots of cvs, just connect your dcc system and program away using a clean and easily understood interface. If youve never installed a version of this program before, please read the installation guide on the left for your computer type and layout hardware. Free trial driver booster 6 pro 60% off when you buy jmri. Feb 03, 2018 taking a look at how a pc connects to an nce power cab and programming with jmri decoder pro. Jmri has been updated to work with these as they come out. Decoderpro is distributed as part of the free jmri downloads. The roster menu allows easy selection of a loco in jmri toolsdecoder programmer, throttle, consist, etc. Jmri is an open source suite of programs to empower users in the use of dcc, covering decoderpro for decoder configuration, panelpro for automation and layout opertation, soundpro sound effects etc.
The nce usb is the only way to connect a power cab or sb35 to a computer do not use an nce usb to connect to a power pro. The project is run by a group of volunteer computer programmers, who also enjoy model railroading. Dec 07, 2015 hi, for several years i used a digitrax pr3 to connect my old pc running windows vista to jmri decoder pro. There are two distinct components to it decoder pro and panel pro. Jmri works very well with nce power cab, sb35 and power pro. You can manage your locomotive rosters and easily program your decoders using decoderpro. Ive tried using soundloader and decoder pro both, but neither can read anything from the programming track. This series of posts will cover the setting up of decoderpro, and configuring loco decoders, a managing your loco roster.
Then select the com port same as what you saw in device manager. If so, i could temporarily disconnect the easydcc from the pi and plug it into the laptop running decoder pro, but thats not as clean and nice as connecting wirelessly and not moving cable connections. With the default icons, active is a green circle and inactive is an. Buy your sprog and then download the decoderpro software, andrew at sprog supplies a disc usually, but you will probably find this is a slightly older version which might not cover all decoders. Jmridecoderpro information sheet dave duchamp, november 2011 the jmri project provides computer software for decoder programming and model railroad computer control. Jmri raspberrypi as access point many model railroaders would benefit from using smartphones as throttles, but most are not computer experts, and may be intimidated by the setup required. However i find that when i program an esu loksound decoder aside from sound programming for which i use a lok programmer when it comes to testing a cv change, be it a function button assignment or some motor parameter or whatever, if i select a throttle, select the loco and then go for a test drive on the. The lv101lv100 works correctly and will program and read back cvs with decoder pro 3. Bucklew 040212 there are several parts of the jmri program. It was then decided to hand the decoder pro project to bob so it could be integrated into his jmri project.
These can usually be found either on the jmri web site or in the files area of jmri users log in to access. For me, the attraction of jmris decoder pro was that it was supposed to make decoder programming easier. Decoderpro is an essential utility for model railroad enthusiasts modern dcc decoders are complicated beasts to program. It talks to the decoders using the jmri programming interface, so that it can run on any computer and layout hardware that jmri has been ported to. These files contain all the various cvs and settings for each decoder. With the default icons, active is a green circle and inactive is an empty circle. Dave describes how to get the software, install it, and establish communication with your dcc system. However, there is a fairly steep learning curve to becoming adept at using it. Getting started with jmri panel pro ennis marshall. You start the editor by selecting new panel or it might pannel a rightdrag. If you need a quick, simple to use, crossplatform software for programming decoders mobile and stationary, then this is the choice for you.
I have used decoder pro for several years to program decoders in locomotives on my ho scale model railroad. The first time you run jmri it will ask you to set up a controller. It will probably also work on most other modern operating systems that have java available. Nce usb interface for the first time with jmri software duration. Mar 11, 2019 decoder pro is the solution to pain free decoder programing for your dcc equipped trains. The speed table programming is part of the jmri decoder pro software which can be found here. Java applications to control a model railroad layout. On the whole, jmri is an asset for model railway enthusiasts, as it. In the case of the digitrax dcc command stations, the locobuffer usb will work. 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. Jmri is intended as a jumpingoff point for hobbyists to build their own layout controls. The jmri hardware help page lists the various types of layout equipment that jmri can connect to, and gives links to instruction pages.
Decoderpro user guide updating decoder definitions many people have contributed decoder definition files to decoderpro. Jmri is an extensive, open source software system developed by hobbyists for the automation and operation of model railways. Apr 24, 2020 free trial driver booster 6 pro 60% off when you buy jmri. Decoder pro is a freeware program you can download from the jmri group. Jmri decoderpro jim betz, a long time dcc guru, has a lot of experience with manual speed matching and general tuning locomotives. I recently got a new pc running windows 10, and try as i might, i cant get it to work. The nce power pro command station uses an eprom to contain its software. Xtrackcad is a great, free tool for designing your layout, developed by a group of model railroaders.
This will become your locomotive roster as you program your decoders. Jmri is free software in the public domain and not related to nce in any way, shape, or form. The volunteers at jmri regularly add new and update old decoder definition files. Programming of digital command control dcc decoders decoderpro. Java interfaces and sample implementations for controlling a model railroad layout from a personal computer. However, jmri is only one of many pieces of software used with our usb interface. Taking a look at how a pc connects to an nce power cab and programming with jmri decoder pro. Many people that have expensive track control software, still use this software for its ability to quickly, and simply program a wide range of decoders. The jmri project is building tools for model railroad computer control. The first screen will show you the eprom version currently. You can build control panels and control your layout using. Use a usb to serial cable to connect your computer to the power pro learn more here nce usb interface. However i find that when i program an esu loksound decoder aside from sound programming for which i use a lok programmer when it comes to testing a cv change, be it a function button assignment or some motor parameter or whatever, if i select a throttle, select the loco and then.
To lower this bar, ive preconfigured everything needed to get started, and provide the software free of charge. Decoderpro is part of the java model railroading interface a free open source model railroading software project. Its free, easily downloaded and installed, and takes up about 5gb of space. Decoder pro, decoder pro3 and operations are covered in other material. Make sure decoderpro can run on your computer the decoderpro software will work on windows, linux, and mac os x. Hi all, as usual i find jmri decoder pro a huge help in setting up decoders. He has been experimenting with jmri software, the open source computer programming that includes decoder pro and panel pro. Jmri is a javabased crossplatform program suite for model railroaders. Intro to decoderpro mrh theater model railroad hobbyist. Decoderpro is a tool for programming model railroad dcc decoders. Jmri is intended as a jumpingoff point for hobbyists who want to control their layouts with a computer. A selection of smartphones what is jmri jmri is a software program suite consisting of two major programs called decoder pro and panel pro.
Jmri and windows 10 model railroad hobbyist magazine. Like most computer programs, it becomes confusing because the software designers feel that they must include 15 different ways of doing things. Decoder and programmer selection youll get a new window to configure the programmer with information about a specific type of decoder, or an existing locomotive. For reference i personally have 3 decoder programmers and each has specific advantages. John is a member of our nottawasaga model railway club. Your dcc system will need an interface to attach it to your computer. Ed wilson from nce discusses the basics of using jmri software for decoder programming. It was a little bit of a struggle to set up properly for. We do what we can for our customers that own the usb board. Find jmri software downloads at cnet, the most comprehensive source for safe, trusted, and spywarefree downloads on the web. The best part this software suite is free to download and use from the following. When i had the problem i could not run jmri from the decoder pro short cut, but could run the program from the panel pro short cut. He is building an n scale model railroad loosely based on our collingwood to barrie area in ontario, canada around georgian bay.
Model railroad manager endorses the use of and contributes to the jmri open software initiative. Jmri nce hardware guide welcome to the nce information. Feb 06, 2017 getting started with jmri panel pro ennis marshall. Hi, for several years i used a digitrax pr3 to connect my old pc running windows vista to jmri decoder pro. The decoderpro symbolic programmer is meant to improve this. Many people that have expensive track control software, still use this software for its ability to.
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