Programming DCC decoders with a Digitrax DT602
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 มิ.ย. 2024
- In this video, I go over in detail how I program a Digitrax DH123 DCC decoder, using a DT602 throttle on a Digitrax system.
I will program the 4 digit address on the programming track, which is wired to the programming track outputs on our DCS100 command station.
Once finished with that, I move the engine over to the main line and show you how to adjust the start and max voltage, and add momentum.
Towards the end I briefly discuss the Quick Decoder Setup utility built into the 602 throttle which might make it easier to program 4 digit addresses and make changes to CV29.
0:00 Introduction
1:10 Changing to a 4 digit address on the Programming Track
9:11 Programming on the Main
19:20 Quick Decoder Setup utility
22:28 Closing Remarks
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This video helped me a lot to program my first DCC locomotive. Your videos on the digitrax system are great. I found a CV calculator on the Digitrax website. Just plug your cab number in, and it gives you CV17 and 18.
What an excellent video. I am just starting out in to DCC and your video is so good I will use it as an instructional reference as it is so detailed. Many thanks, keep them coming.
There's a lot to take in about DCC, however, if you just keep at it, it all makes sense eventually. If there's ever a question you have, comment on any one of my videos and I'll see if I can make a how-to video for you!
Fantastic video. I just ordered my first DCC loco and DT602 decoder and the video is extremely helpul.
Glad it was helpful!
VERY helpful video, thanks!
Hello, I just ordered a Digitrax system. I find your video helpful and very educational.Keep up the great work.
Thank you! If you need any help figuring out something about your system, let me know & I will try to make a video!
@@signalupproductions thank you
great detailed video thank you much!
This was so much easier and more intuitive with the earlier DT 400 and DT 500 series throttles... a step back for Digitrax IMO.
I don't disagree with you. I recall a few months after I made this video, we had a large group of friends over to run trains. One guy brought some engines he wanted MU'ed. I tried MUing them with the 602 throttle, but it wasn't working. I started getting flustered because of so many people needing my help (that's what a good host does right?). One guy said "just use an old 402 throttle." It frustrated me in the moment because I had literally just made this how-to video on how to consist with the 602 throttle! I caved and used the 402 just to get him running, but then when I had a moment I went back and watched my own how-to video lol, and realized what I was doing wrong...
I haven't had any trouble since. But I think it comes down to having learned how to consist with the old throttles, then trying to re-teach yourself for the new ones, vs. learning fresh on the 602's.
I think I may have a defective DT602D...I am trying to assign a road number to an Atlas Masterline SD35. I followed your steps and they did not work. Any thoughts? I have tried using your steps to program ESU, Sound Value and QSI decoders, with no luck. Any suggestions before I go buy a whole new dccc system?
Hi Steve
My name is James I live in New Zealand and I am having difficulty in getting information on how to PROGRAMME my new Digitrax 602D to accept Cobalt IP turnout motors. I have just been watching the above video and found it most informative. Any information you have on programming Cobalt IP motors would be very much appreciated.
I will now be subscribing to you channel for more information as I need to learn a lot more about my Digitrax system.
Regards
James Sewell
Facit Station
New Zealand
Hi James! I hope all is well in New Zealand. The Cobalt motors are new to me. I have never worked with them personally. I wonder if they are similar to the new Walthers switch motors. They may be programmed from the track bus, using some kind of jumper to put each motor into programming mode?
If some, then once each motor is programmed with a unique DCC accessory address, then you would control it with the 602 throttle much the same as any other turnout, pressing the "S" to enter switch menu, clicked the button under either Throw or Close.
Update. I can not get my locomotive to respond when switched to the cab number. If I set to AD4 and CV17 and 18 it won't work. If I reset it to factory its fine. It's a ESU Decoder. Any ideas?
Unfortunately, no sorry. Keep in mind, that ESU is different when it comes to "factory default". There really isnt one. I guess an original file form ESU's download page could be considered a default. But when you use a lokprogrammer to change CV's, THAT becomes the default. So if you try to use CV8 to 8, that's what it will be reset to.
You may want to download a fresh file from ESU, then use a lokprogrammer to write it to the decoder.
I also notice you said you were using a digitrax decoder. Do I have to replace my non-digitrax decoders in order to program them using the DT602D?
You should not have to. Address changing using this method is similar across different brands because of the NMRA DCC standards. I just used a digitrax equipped engine because it was the most handy. Some things I would check, make sure you have the throttle selecting the correct programming mode (i.e. Pg or Pd). Are you using a separate programming track?
Also, if you're setting up engines for 4-digit addressing, double check CV29. It controls many things, including if the decoder uses the values in CV17/18 or CV1.
Hi there, Using the ‘Quick Decoder Setup’ I would want to use a 4 digit number say 7810, do I type in that number directly and the Digitrax will automatically choose the entries for CV17 & CV18 which equate to the same numbers using the online calculator. I don’t understand in Pd Mode 3- CV29/7 Speed Table the choice seems to be either ON/OFF. What the does control do when it’s OFF and What does it do when it’s ON? However it seems to me now I’m aware of the online address calculator it’s much easier to use 2-Pd; Direct Prg Trk mode and enter all the relevant CVs regarding basic locomotive control. Very good video I learnt a lot. Roy (UK)
Im not sure if decoders have the same options for European version vs. US versions. But in the US many modelers use speed tables in their decoders for speed matching than CV2, 5 & 6. But the bit in CV29 has to be on for the decoder to follow the table CV's 67-94.
As for the quick decoder setup, yes this will automatically set CV29 to use 4-digit, and set the CV17 & 18 to what it needs to be for a 4-digit address.
To confirm, you could always read the individual CV's after using the quick decoder setup and verify they match the values needed for 4-digit operation.
What command station are you using? 210+ ?
At the UPSF Layout (my friend's layout where I record most of my videos) he is using the DCS100 Super Chief and 5 DB150 boosters.
In my basement workshop (and future layout!) I have a 210+.
Do you have any video's on How to adjust voltage from digitrax commander center?
I do not. It's not an issue I have needed to overcome.
@signalupproductions Hmm, I have digitraxx dcs 210+ and I am trying to adjust the voltage on it for g scale. I go through digitraxx Manuel to try to adjust and my dt602d has no control, when I plug the control straight to the command center.
I didn’t know the steps you explain, I didn’t read any of it in the manual and now I’m confused beyond belief. 😒
Sorry to hear this. The Digitrax manuals leave a little to be desired, that's one reason I make the videos on how to use their stuff. What specific task are you trying to do? Acquire a locomotive, throw a switch, consist or turn on track power?
Beware of this throttle!!! I have gotten 2 (had to return the first one) within a month and both throttles shorted out ! The second one did the same thing. Now I'm only 1000$$ later and still no product to use. By the way on the second order the booster I had also took a shit so that is in for repair !! Lets see if it even gets fixed correctly !!
Digitrax is not what you think it is good luck !