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The Radio System
The
TrackSide R/C
uses a new high-tech 2.4GHZ system designed for in-
dustrial use. The range is excellent, up to 800 ft. Best reception will be ob-
tained with line-of-sight between the TrackSide base station and the TX, but
most obstacles are not a problem. Raising the base unit above ground level
may improve reception, if needed.
Each Trackside base station
“
learns” its transmitter and will only respond to
that transmitter and no others. Multiple
TrackSide R/C
systems can be used
in the same location to run multiple loops of track, without interference.
There are no channels or frequency selections to worry about.
The 6-button handheld transmitter uses two long lasting replaceable AAAA
batteries. There is no on/off switch. It is always ready to use, and only transmits while a button is pressed. Keep
the transmitter in your pocket or attached to a neck lanyard.
One transmitter can control two base units, and therefore two separate loops of track.
The TrackSide R/C Control Board
The
TrackSide base station
houses a circuit board, which is a combination control board and radio transceiver.
Transmitter commands control a powerful (and silent) PWM (pulse width modulation) motor driver designed to
allow nice slow prototypical speed control of your locomotive. Adding momentum to the throttle enhances the pro-
totypical operation. Momentum is fully programmable, and can be turned on and off via the transmitter to assist
with switching operations. (Toggle Rate)
TrackSide R/C
operates over a wide range of DC input voltage (7-25V). The power input is protected from dam-
age due to reverse polarity, it just won’t operate until the polarity is correct. The output circuitry is protected from
short circuits via an easily accessible fuse.
A DIP switch, push-button and LED provide simple user programming without the need for a computer.
The integrated 2.4GHZ radio receiver and antenna provide excellent operating range.
User Programming
Button & Switches
Track Out
(No polarity)
TX Learn
Button
Power In
7-25 VDC
2.4GHZ
Radio &
Antenna
Automotive
Fuse
Optional Wireless
Reed Switch
Receiver
Fan connector
Reed Sw
Input
