Had a good day on the whole but finished on a bum note. One of the two Digitrax auto-reversers (BXPA1) on my layout has decided to stop working. Exactly the same symptoms as the previous… TWO failures. Auto reversing works but the loconet interface does not. If it’s plugged into loconet, the entire network simply stops working. Infuriating. Still waiting for the other failed units to come back from repair, as well.

This unit has been installed for MONTHS, there’s been no change to the system in weeks, and all of a sudden… poof. Gone. It sucks. Genuinely reconsidering my choice of DCC system at this point in time.

This is getting silly. I now have four Digitrax BXPA1 reverse modules. The first two I bought (on the left) have both developed an identical fault, the LocoNet interface has died. I’m hoping it’s a batch fault that has evaded the other two I now possess, the second of which has just been installed over lunchtime.

Plan is to stick the faulty ones in the post for repair - they have to go to Florida for that - and then sell them on once returned. If neither of the other two develop a fault in the meantime (I really hope I’m not foreshadowing, here…)

#Digitrax uses memory locations, called slots, to manage locomotive addresses. Clearing these slots can often solve issues.
Please repost, spread the knowledge!

#modelrailway #modelrailroad #modelrailroading #HOscale #NScale #OOScale #NMRADCC

https://dccwiki.com/Slots

Having issues with intermittent operation of a multifunction decoder?

The cause may not be obvious: RailCom.

Older decoders manufactured prior to the introduction of RailCom may experience issues when the RailCom cut out is active. Recent command stations and boosters may have RailCom active by default.

https://dccwiki.com/RailCom

Making a #Digitrax #LocoNet cable.

https://dccwiki.com/LocoNet/Making_a_LocoNet_Cable

It is critical that the type of RJ connectors match the type of wire it will be crimped on to. Stranded wire needs a plug meant for stranded wire.

Plus a good set of crimpers. Cheap ones often don't work well.

Read more about LocoNet and Throttle Networks on the DCCWiki.

Have fun with your DCC #ModelRailway .

What is the 'Bushby Bit' found in #Digitrax DCC command stations?

The '''Bushby Bit''' is a software switch which prevents turnout changes via the throttle, giving control to the dispatcher or Central Traffic Control.

https://dcc.wiki/nnX7H

Having issues programming an #NMRA #DCC multifunction decoder using a #Digitrax DCS50 or 51 (Zephyr/Zephyr Xtra)

"Blast Mode" is an optional high current programming mode available with these command stations.

https://dcc.wiki/BlastMode

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Help fill in the gaps in the knowledge base, especially where information on various European brands is lacking. Or add your knowledge of Digitrax, NCE, TCS and others.

Knowledge is not wasted when shared.

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Digitrax DCC systems have a feature called the Bushby Bit.

Exactly what is it, and what does it do?

Answer: When active, operators cannot throw turnouts with their throttle, the dispatcher must do it.

Read more at the DCCWiki

https://dcc.wiki/nnX7H

I may have just snapped up a quantity of #Digitrax kit on eBay. Yes I’ve saved a lot of money. No I wouldn’t have been awake to buy it if my hotel room had aircon.

In my defence I’m sure it would have disappeared very quickly if I’d not taken action tonight. This stuff is hard to find in stock in the UK at any price so five modules second hand, all in full working order at about 65% of list is not to be sniffed at. #ModelRailway