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ROCRAIL RASPBERRY SOFTWARE

Special supplementary instructions are included and working through these will give a novice in CBUS the understanding to use the CBUS system on thir layout.īrief descriptions of most of the current kits are given below. In addition to the individual kits listed below we offer two beginner bundles specifically selected to help a beginner in assembling, testing and configuring CBUS kits. Members should check the Technical Bulletin and Kit pages in the members area for technical descriptions, build instructions and availability of kits. Kits for a range of modules are available to MERG members.

ROCRAIL RASPBERRY FULL

Full details of the current and original CBUS designs are available to MERG members when logged in. Configuration is also possible from within JMRI.Ī more detailed description of the CBUS system is available on the CBUS details page.

A comprehensive configuration utility is available for this. However use of the more complex functions of the system does require a computer for setup and configuration. The CBUS system does not require a computer to run and for simple functions on basic modules can also be set up and configured without use of a computer. Rocrail also offer some compatible control modules.

ROCRAIL RASPBERRY SOFTWARE

Compatible computer control software is available as follows: The system is continually developing with recent designs for modules able to incorporate signal and point interlocking or to read RFID tags (Radio Frequency IDentification) fitted to rolling stock. The MERG DCC system uses CBUS to link cab handsets, and/or mobile phones/tablets/computers to the Command station. from traditional control panels, lever frames, or from a suitable programme on a computer. Provision is made in the system for operation of layout accessories, point motors, signals etc. For the most part CBUS uses CANBUS to communicate over a 2 wire (plus power supply) link around the layout although use is also made of Ethernet, USB and WiFi communications when needed. The CBUS system uses a specially developed protocol to communicate between input and output modules. The system is intended to simplfy the wiring of a model railway whilst enhancing the control capabilities. Since then the system has been further developed by many MERG members into a very comprehensive Layout Control Bus. The CBUS system was developed over 4 years by Mike Bolton and Gil Fuchs and introduced with specifications and an initial range of kits in 2007.

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