Same goes for 161. As you pan on him as it passes, you can see the brake indicator lights on as the train feels the effects of the the approach medium on the 541 signal bridge at the back of the 526 auto signal bridge. However, notice you can't see the bottom portion of HAM's signal. This is because HAm was at Approach because Fair's signal (not visible) was protecting train 19, which was sitting in TRE station.
This is what is called advance coding. The 526 auto is an eastbound signal bridge, but has impedance bonds for west movements. When the train passes the back of the signal bridge, if you're not lined all the way in and out of TRE, your cab signalswill drop to Cab Speed 80. You will carry that speed to the 541 auto, which can be Approach, Approach Medium, etc,
Yes, and IMW is coming out with the married pairs of the Arrows soon. The Arrows are neat. NJT has a lot of cool equipment to see if you come to NJ to film. The multilevels are a lot nicer inside though than the arrows.
At 4:40 the signal changes from approach to clear. The rear of the train has passed the 472 signal at is in PJC. The train is 2 blocks and just over 5 miles away. The aforementioned 496 signal is now at approach, protecting the 472 signal which is protecting the train in PJC. This occurs automatically. Additionally, a few weeks ago, they coded 4 track (the one you're filming from) for EASTWARD operation at MAS. This is to support the catenary project. It will provides operational flexibility.
Thanks! I'm not sure if he came down far for me, or if he just went a little farther for some other reason. He didn't say anything to me and I didn't see him staring at me weird or anything.
This video is perfect for learning signal progression for approaching TRE. take a look at 2:21 in the video. You can see the 541 signal bridge (west of Hamilton) on 3 track at Approach Medium. You can see the bottom portion of the signal after that (Ham Interlocking) indicating a Medium Clear. That route was set for the approaching train 19. Here's the interesting part. Train 19 starts feeling the effects of that signal at the back of the 526 signal bridge 3:57 which is why he's braking.
oh i see..thts interesting...i guess people can model both versions in HO scale now..i'll have to see these inperson soon..only Arrow train i've filmed was an amtrak holiday extra at speed but it was sure nice..my dad use to ride the Arrows sometimes when he went to Jersey
This section is controlled by NY CTEC. However, they only control the interlocking signals, such as Ham and Fair. The 526 and 541 signals are automatic signals. They display their most favorable aspect based upon block occupancy. A great example of this starts at 3:54. The eastbound NJT on 1 takes the 526 signal and it drops to stop and proceed, protecting the block since it is occupied. At 4:28 the signal is at approach since the train has passed the 496 signal. You now a block between trains.
That's very interesting. Is that all automatically controlled by the computers, or are they also controlling that in Wilmington CETC? It's pretty amazing to think that all of these complex movements were once all controlled by towers. It's still pretty amazing though all of the complex logistics dealing with train movements and positioning. Especially because it is different every day depending on which train may be late etc. Thanks for sharing.
I came to New Jersey for the weekend and yesterday I took the train from Hamilton to New York. Do u know why they extended the Northbound platform so now the trains stop on Track 2? Do u know anything about what's going on? If u go back to Hamilton now and see the NB platform, you'll see they extended it. Do u know what they're doing to it?
Yes, there is a large scale Amtrak track replacement program going on throughout New Jersey in order to upgrade speeds. Therefore, track one is out of service at this time.
Very, very nicely done! Did the engineer in ALP-46a 4654 came all the way down the platform just to eyeball you? (Some of the NJT people are paranoid.)
oh thts cool...yeah they are indeed..ilike tht company..true I normally see the P40's or the GP40PH-2's at 30th street station but never seen the multilevels in person..oh i see..i think i've seen a video of the inside of a multilevel but its been awhile
acelaphillies I like how they announce when the next train is coming. For example, "Attention Hamilton Customers, the next train to stop on Track 1 will be the eastbound 3:05 PM train to Penn Station New York stopping at...". There u have it. By the way, are those announcements new?
Thanks, I'm glad that people from all over the world are enjoying my videos!
I watched this when is was a kid about 7 years ago or so. The atmospheer with the footage seemes unreal! 😃
Wow! Looks almost like the Silverliner IV.
Cool
Love the top view
Thanks! Yes they do look like a Silverliner IV. It's kind of weird seeing them after always having the double-arm pans for so long.
That catenary really bounced in the wake of that last Amtrak.
Same goes for 161. As you pan on him as it passes, you can see the brake indicator lights on as the train feels the effects of the the approach medium on the 541 signal bridge at the back of the 526 auto signal bridge. However, notice you can't see the bottom portion of HAM's signal. This is because HAm was at Approach because Fair's signal (not visible) was protecting train 19, which was sitting in TRE station.
Nice to see some trains that are new to me! (I am not from the US.)
This is what is called advance coding. The 526 auto is an eastbound signal bridge, but has impedance bonds for west movements. When the train passes the back of the signal bridge, if you're not lined all the way in and out of TRE, your cab signalswill drop to Cab Speed 80. You will carry that speed to the 541 auto, which can be Approach, Approach Medium, etc,
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
very cool shot to see arrows
Yes, and IMW is coming out with the married pairs of the Arrows soon.
The Arrows are neat. NJT has a lot of cool equipment to see if you come to NJ to film. The multilevels are a lot nicer inside though than the arrows.
At 4:40 the signal changes from approach to clear. The rear of the train has passed the 472 signal at is in PJC. The train is 2 blocks and just over 5 miles away. The aforementioned 496 signal is now at approach, protecting the 472 signal which is protecting the train in PJC. This occurs automatically. Additionally, a few weeks ago, they coded 4 track (the one you're filming from) for EASTWARD operation at MAS. This is to support the catenary project. It will provides operational flexibility.
Thanks! I'm not sure if he came down far for me, or if he just went a little farther for some other reason. He didn't say anything to me and I didn't see him staring at me weird or anything.
This video is perfect for learning signal progression for approaching TRE. take a look at 2:21 in the video. You can see the 541 signal bridge (west of Hamilton) on 3 track at Approach Medium. You can see the bottom portion of the signal after that (Ham Interlocking) indicating a Medium Clear. That route was set for the approaching train 19. Here's the interesting part. Train 19 starts feeling the effects of that signal at the back of the 526 signal bridge 3:57 which is why he's braking.
oh i see..thts interesting...i guess people can model both versions in HO scale now..i'll have to see these inperson soon..only Arrow train i've filmed was an amtrak holiday extra at speed but it was sure nice..my dad use to ride the Arrows sometimes when he went to Jersey
This section is controlled by NY CTEC. However, they only control the interlocking signals, such as Ham and Fair. The 526 and 541 signals are automatic signals. They display their most favorable aspect based upon block occupancy. A great example of this starts at 3:54. The eastbound NJT on 1 takes the 526 signal and it drops to stop and proceed, protecting the block since it is occupied. At 4:28 the signal is at approach since the train has passed the 496 signal. You now a block between trains.
Great Video!!
Cool video. I like all the action. Very good camera work.
That's very interesting. Is that all automatically controlled by the computers, or are they also controlling that in Wilmington CETC? It's pretty amazing to think that all of these complex movements were once all controlled by towers. It's still pretty amazing though all of the complex logistics dealing with train movements and positioning. Especially because it is different every day depending on which train may be late etc. Thanks for sharing.
so all the arrows are getting those pantographs now?..thts interesting
I came to New Jersey for the weekend and yesterday I took the train from Hamilton to New York. Do u know why they extended the Northbound platform so now the trains stop on Track 2? Do u know anything about what's going on? If u go back to Hamilton now and see the NB platform, you'll see they extended it. Do u know what they're doing to it?
Yes, there is a large scale Amtrak track replacement program going on throughout New Jersey in order to upgrade speeds. Therefore, track one is out of service at this time.
Oh okay. Thanks.
Is there any cab around the there am supposed to go Merced airport from NYC penn station
Thats the first time I've ever seen a Brecknell-Willis type pantographs on an Arrow III MU Car. I'm use to seeing Stemmann type pantographs on them.
Wow, I never realized how complex the signaling was. Are train positions determined by an onboard GPS or detectors trackside?
Check out the lateral motion of the 654 at 1:46 . My stomach and neck hurts just from looking at it!
Very, very nicely done! Did the engineer in ALP-46a 4654 came all the way down the platform just to eyeball you? (Some of the NJT people are paranoid.)
So which side goes to New Brunswick?
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oh thts cool...yeah they are indeed..ilike tht company..true I normally see the P40's or the GP40PH-2's at 30th street station but never seen the multilevels in person..oh i see..i think i've seen a video of the inside of a multilevel but its been awhile
It is wierd to see. All of the Arrows in the Newark division will be getting them.
Wow, that one may be worse than the HHP-8 swaying in my other video!
Was on 2150 the day before!
Nice!
Nice video
Thanks!
No problem!
Did u film on the southbound platform?
Yes, this video is taken from the SB track.
acelaphillies I like how they announce when the next train is coming. For example, "Attention Hamilton Customers, the next train to stop on Track 1 will be the eastbound 3:05 PM train to Penn Station New York stopping at...". There u have it. By the way, are those announcements new?
Yes, but only the Arrows in the Newark division. The Arrows in the Hoboken division will not. The NEC is in the Newark division though.
I took the train from hamilton to new york
Did anyone look at u weird while filming? It happened to me once filming on the train.
No, and if they do I don't really notice.
Okay.
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Thanks!