Sig-naTrak® DTM30 Digital Tower Master User Manual

Sig-naTrak
Model railway electronics by GFB Designs
DTM30
Digital Tower Master
User Manual
Interface and Mimic Panel Controller
for the LocoNet interface
Sig-naTrak by GFB Designs

www.signatrak.co.uk
67 Boddens Hill Road, Stockport, SK4 2DG, United Kingdom
T: +44(0)161 883 2022 | F: +44(0)161 883 2077 | E: [email protected]
Product No: DTM30
version: 1.4
GFB Designs
Sig-naTrak
Model railway electronics by GFB Designs
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GFB Designs
1. Introduction
The DTM30 Super Tower Master is an advanced controller to operate and display
DCC accessories around a layout. It is designed to control and display points, track
occupancy sensors & signals & can also control other DCC accessory devices.
The DTM30 Super Tower Master automates layout control panels and similar
devices. It allows points, sensors and signals around the layout to be displayed with
LEDs and controlled with pushbuttons. These interactions are all controlled through
LocoNet, the local area network supported by Digitrax and other DCC systems.
This means that the control panel has minimal wiring associated with it typically
just power and LocoNet into the panel. Multiple panels can be used to control parts of
the layout. The ability to control the accessory devices through handheld throttles, or
using a PC, is not affected.
The DTM30 allows interoperability with PC control programs. This allows both
computer and manual control of trackwork, while making sure accidents dont occur.
The operator can have full control, or control only when the PC says it is safe.
Throttle
Throttle
SP:70
SP:70
User Constructed
Control Panel
Pushbutton
switch inputs
9-12V AC or DC
DTM30
Tower
Master
DCS100/
DB150
Command
Station
LED Drive
Outputs
LocoNet
BDL168
Sensor
Board
DAC10
Accessory
Decoder
DS64
Accessory
Decoder
SIGM20
Signal
Controller
3 or 4
aspect
signals
point motors
LocoNet is a Registered Trade Mark of Digitrax, Inc., Norcross, GA, USA

DTM30 Super Tower Master User Manual
CML Electronics Limited
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1.1 Feature Overview

The DTM30 is designed to automate user provided layout control panels or CTC
panels. This is to allow control and display of points, block occupancy sensors and
other devices on a layout. All of this is controlled through the DCC and Loconet
buses without requiring any further wiring to the accessory devices themselves.
The board has 30 control cells. Each cell controls and/or displays a layout device; it
can have one or two LEDs and one or two pushbuttons. Each cell may:
Display & control a point on the track. The point is displayed with two LEDs
(closed, thrown) and controlled normally by one button. The points state is
displayed correctly whether it was operated by a DTM30 cell or by a throttle.
A cascade mechanism allows the active path into a yard to be displayed,
with points not on the active path unlit.
Points can be interlocked with a PC application such as Railroad & Co: this
allows the PC software to prevent changes to the track settings while it runs
trains through them.
Display the state of two block occupancy sensors. This is useful to construct
occupancy diagrams, for example to show train position on hidden tracks.
Display & control the aspect of a signal on an SE8c or SIGM10 controller. The
signal aspect can be shown using two or 4 LEDs per signal.
Display & control the track direction for a SIGM10 reverse running zone. This
allows the operator to control the direction for single track working.
Display & control other devices operated by DCC accessory decoders.
Attached devices such as turntables & lighting can be controlled using
pushbuttons to set them to either state.
The DTM30 supports local Routes. Each route may set up to 12 points; routes can
cascade, and can be invoked either from a pushbutton or by a throttle. There is also
an Initialisation function that can set the state of all controlled points with a single
button press.
A PC based tool takes the drudgery out of configuring the unit. The settings are
entered & stored on the PC, and downloaded directly through LocoNet using an
MS100 or LocoBuffer unit.
lit if CLOSED
pushbutton
Point Cell
lit if THROWN
Signal cell: shows

current signal aspect
lit if THROWN
Sensor Cell: lit if

block occupied
DTM30 reverse running

zone direction
Point Cell
lit if CLOSED

lit if E-W
lit if W-E
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Example of panel display possible with the DTM30
1.2 User Manual Content

1.
Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 1
1.1
Feature Overview ........................................................................................................................ 2
1.2
User Manual Content .................................................................................................................. 3
2.
Safety First! .......................................................................................................................... 4
3.
Getting Started ...................................................................................................................... 5

Used For ............................................................................................................................................ 5
4.
Installation & Connections................................................................................................... 6

4.1
SK1: Power Connections............................................................................................................. 6
4.2
SK2-SK4: LED Drive Outputs.................................................................................................... 7
4.3
SK5-SK7: Pushbutton Switch Inputs.......................................................................................... 9
4.4
SK8, SK9: LocoNet Connections ........................................................................................... 11
4.5
JP1 ............................................................................................................................................. 12
4.6
LED Test Function .................................................................................................................... 12
5.
Detailed description of DTM30 Functions.......................................................................... 13

5.1
Output Control Cells ................................................................................................................. 13

5.1.1 Point Control Cells ................................................................................................................. 13
5.1.2 Track Occupancy Sensor Cells................................................................................................ 16
5.1.3 SIGM10 Signal Cells.............................................................................................................. 17
5.1.4 SIGM10 Reverse Running Zone Cells .................................................................................... 18
5.1.5 SE8c Signal Cells ................................................................................................................... 19
5.1.6 Interlock Cells ........................................................................................................................ 20
5.1.7 Copy Cells .......................................................................................................................... 22
5.1.8 Board mode Cells................................................................................................................ 22
5.2
Routes ........................................................................................................................................ 23
5.2.1 To/From Mode.................................................................................................................... 24
5.2.2 Pushbuttons ............................................................................................................................ 25
5.2.3 Cascading Routes ................................................................................................................... 25
5.2.4 External activation.................................................................................................................. 25
5.3
Other Pushbutton Functions ..................................................................................................... 25
5.4
Initialise ..................................................................................................................................... 26
5.5
Operating Modes ....................................................................................................................... 26
6.
7.
PC Programming using LocoAnalyse................................................................................. 28

6.1
DTM30 Editing Form................................................................................................................ 28
6.2
DTM30 Cell Editing dialog ....................................................................................................... 31

6.2.1 Pushbutton Functions.............................................................................................................. 33
6.2.2 Typical programming of pushbuttons...................................................................................... 34
6.3
DTM30 Route Editing Form ..................................................................................................... 35
DTM30 Configuration Variables (CVs).............................................................................. 36
Appendix A LocoNet Interrogation Sequence........................................................................ 37

Appendix B Upgrades for DTM16 rev A Products .................................................................... 38

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Appendix C Upgrades for DTM16 rev B Products .................................................................... 40

Appendix D DTM30 and Slips................................................................................................... 42
Appendix E Interlock Cells ....................................................................................................... 44
Appendix F Interlocking with Railroad & Co........................................................................... 45
2. Safety First!
Before beginning to use the DTM30, there are a few safety points to remember:
Hold the board by its edges. By the nature of its construction, some of the
pins on the reverse side of the board are sharp and could cause skin abrasions
etc if handled incorrectly.
Allow airflow around the board. Some of its components may run warm in
use. Do not obstruct free circulation of air, or allow cloths etc to cover the
board.
Do not exceed rated operating voltage. The board could be damaged if an
excessive input voltage is applied. The input voltage must not exceed 16v
DC. 9V DC is sufficient for normal operation
Do not handle the board when in use. The voltages present on the board
(<25v DC) are not considered hazardous to health. However if they should
come into contact with sensitive parts of the body (e.g. the mouth) a nasty
shock might result. The same is true of the voltage on the rails of a DCC (or
other model railway) system, so take care!
Dont rest the board when operating on the black bag: it is conductive!
Do not power the board from the same transformer winding as the
command station. The board should be fed from a separate transformer
output. The same transformer can feed several DTM30 units, and it is believed
it can share the same power feed with BDL-16 and BDL-162 boards.
Do not connect the LocoNet feed to the front connectors for UP3 or similar
panels. This will not cause damage, but it will not allow correct operation.

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3. Getting Started
This product has a lot of functions and options. These can appear daunting at first.
However it isnt necessary to absorb all of the manual, or all of the features, to get
started. this guide is written to point to the appropriate sections to get going.
By a long way, the easiest way to configure the board is with a PC. This is
accomplished using the Locoanalyse program which can be downloaded free from
our website. Locoanalyse allows users to choose all of the settings for the board,
download them to the boards memory, and save the settings to disk. The PC is not
required for normal operation thereafter. Use of this program is described in section
6.
The various board cell types are described in section 5. The wiring instructions for
LEDs and pushbuttons are described there for each cell type. This includes
recommending how LEDs and pushbuttons should be connected. The connectors to
be used for this are described in section 4.2 and 4.3.
Many users will want to get started with simple uses of the following cell types. The
manual sections are as follows:
Cell Type
Used For
Manual
section
Point Cell
Controlling points, crossovers etc
5.1.1
Sensor Cell
Display a block detector
5.1.2
Routes
Set a track path through several points
5.2
SIGM10/20 Signal Cells Display & control a signal
5.1.3
SIGM10/20
Reverse Display & control track running 5.1.4
Running Zones
direction
SE8c signal cells
Display & control a signal
5.1.5
Some users may want to control their railway both manually and using a PC program.
For those users, the sections on board modes and Interlock Cells is relevant; see
sections 5.1.6, 5.1.8, 5.5, Appendix E and Appendix F.

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4. Installation & Connections

The DTM30 unit comprises a single circuit board with dimensions 102mm x 102mm
as shown in Figure 4.1. It may be mounted onto spacers or pillars using four screws
into the four corner holes: 6BA or M2.5mm screws will be ideal.
All connections to the DTM30 are made through the following connectors:
Power connections
LED Outputs
Pushbutton switch Input Connections
LocoNet Ports
SK1
SK2-SK4
SK5-SK7
SK8, SK9
No connection should be made to the factory configuration port, SK10.
Loconet Ports
SK4
2
1
SK3
2
1
SK2
2
1
SK10
LED
Outputs
SK8
SK9
26
25
26
25
26
25
SK7
2
1
SK6
2
1
SK5
2
1
SW1
Pushbutton
Inputs
JP1
26
25
26
25
SK1
26
25
LED1
Power
Figure 4.1: DTM30 Interconnections

4.1 SK1: Power Connections
This is a screw terminal connectors which accept wire inputs providing the AC or DC
power feed.

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SK1
AC
AC
2 1
SK1: 2 pin screw terminal

Pin
SK1
pin 1
SK1
pin 2
Function
DC power
Signal Level
Connects to 9-12v DC input.
DC power
Connect to programming track for

configuration
We recommend a DC power feed to the board. In normal use, SK1 is connected to

9V-12V DC in. It may be connected either way round. In general, the lower the
supply voltage the better: the board needs no more than 9v DC for normal operation.
This power must not come from the same transformer winding as the command
station. It is believed that the DTM30 may be connected to the same power feed as
for BDL16 or BDL162 boards.
If configuration via a DCC programming track is needed, the DCC programming
track should be connected to the 2 pins of SK1. The DCC programming track input is
not polarity sensitive: either rail input may be connected to either pin. This is not
needed if LocoNet programming from a PC is being used (see section 6).
In normal use the DTM30 derives its operating power from the AC/DC input. With
all LEDs lit it consumes up to approximately 450mA from the input; with half of the
LEDs lit (typical in most cases) it will consume 250mA. The power feed can be
obtained from many sources and should be readily available within the model railway
world. Suitable power supplies from Argos are:
982-7253 (300mA: will usually supply one DTM30 board);
982-7538 (1200mA: will supply 3 - 4 DTM30 boards).
The voltage regulator (the device with a metal tab near the power input connector)
can get very hot depending on the input supply voltage and the number of LEDs lit. It
may be necessary to use a heatsink on the regulator device. A piece of aluminium
approx. 2 x 3 should be sufficient. Alternatively a suitable heatsink can be
purchased from CML Electronics Limited. The temperature is minimised if the input
supply voltage is minimised as described above.
4.2 SK2-SK4: LED Drive Outputs

These pins allow connection of external Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) to monitor the
position of the sensors or controlled points. Typically these will be fitted into an
operator panel alongside of the layout. The DTM30 includes built in current limiting
resistors for these LED outputs; these limit the current to approximately 7mA. The
board is best used with high brightness LEDs which are bright at this current
setting.
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Each cell has 2 LEDs: LEDxA and LEDxB. For example cell 17 has LED17A,
LED17B. The LEDs are wired in groups of 4 LEDs, with each group having a
common return. The LEDs are wired with their cathodes (negative connection) to the
named pin, and their anodes (positive connection) to the named common return. To
facilitate this, the ribbon cable can be split into 5 strips each of 5 wires, starting from
the red stripe end (pin 1). The 26th wire on each cable is not used and can be cut
off. For example the first 4 cells would be wired as follows:
1
2
3
4
LED 1,2
common
10
LED1A
LED1B
LED2A
LED2B
LED 3,4
common
LED3A
LED3B
LED4A
LED4B
ribbon cable wire number
DO NOT CONNECT THE COMMON RETURNS TOGETHER! LED1,2

common must NOT be connected to LED3,4common etc or damage may result.
The
ribbon
cables
are
assembled by crimping the
connector onto the cable using
a vice. Be careful to check by
eye that the cables conductors
are aligned with the vee
shaped contacts that pierce the
insulation.
arro w
re d
in
e=p
strip
1
5
6
10
11
15
nd
tr a e d
s
st rd
la is c a
d
16
The red stripe must be by the

arrow marking pin 1; but the
ribbon of wire can come out of
either side of the connector.
20
21
25

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Pin
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
SK2
LED1A
LED1B
LED2A
LED2B
LED1,2 common
LED3A
LED3B
LED4A
LED4B
LED3,4 common
LED5A
LED5B
LED6A
LED6B
LED5,6 common
LED7A
LED7B
LED8A
LED8B
LED7,8 common
LED9A
LED9B
LED10A
LED10B
LED9,10 common
Unused
SK3
LED11A
LED11B
LED12A
LED12B
LED11,12 common
LED13A
LED13B
LED14A
LED14B
LED13,14 common
LED15A
LED15B
LED16A
LED16B
LED15,16 common
LED17A
LED17B
LED18A
LED18B
LED17,18 common
LED19A
LED19B
LED20A
LED20B
LED19,20 common
Unused
SK4
LED21A
LED21B
LED22A
LED22B
LED21,22 common
LED23A
LED23B
LED24A
LED24B
LED23,24 common
LED25A
LED25B
LED26A
LED26B
LED25,26 common
LED27A
LED27B
LED28A
LED28B
LED27,28 common
LED29A
LED29B
LED30A
LED30B
LED29,30 common
Unused
Specific information for wiring these LEDs for each cell type are provided in Section
5.
The LED Anode is the terminal which is positive when the LED is lit. The
Cathode is the pin that is connected to the negative supply. A small 9v battery can
be used to determine this. Generally the cathode can be identified because it has an
anvil like structure inside the LED. Commonly but sadly not universally - the
anode will have a longer lead than the cathode.
4.3 SK5-SK7: Pushbutton Switch Inputs

These pins are provided to connect pushbutton switches to control assigned devices.
The only type of switch that may be used is a push to make, release to break type.
Latching switches e.g. toggle switches must not be used.
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Each cell has 2 pushbutton switch inputs: SWxA and SWxB. For example cell 17 has
SW17A, SW17B. The pushbutton switches are wired in groups of 4 switches, with
each group having a common return. To facilitate this, the ribbon cable can be split
into 5 strips each of 5 wires, starting from the red stripe end (pin 1). The 26th wire
is not used and can be cut off.
Pin
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
SK5
SW1A
SW1B
SW2A
SW2B
SW1,2 common
SW3A
SW3B
SW4A
SW4B
SW3,4 common
SW5A
SW5B
SW6A
SW6B
SW5,6 common
SW7A
SW7B
SW8A
SW8B
SW7,8 common
SW9A
SW9B
SW10A
SW10B
SW9,10 common
Unused
SK6
SW11A
SW11B
SW12A
SW12B
SW11,12 common
SW13A
SW13B
SW14A
SW14B
SW13,14 common
SW15A
SW15B
SW16A
SW16B
SW15,16 common
SW17A
SW17B
SW18A
SW18B
SW17,18 common
SW19A
SW19B
SW20A
SW20B
SW19,20 common
Unused
SK7
SW21A
SW21B
SW22A
SW22B
SW21,22 common
SW23A
SW23B
SW24A
SW24B
SW23,24 common
SW25A
SW25B
SW26A
SW26B
SW25,26 common
SW27A
SW27B
SW28A
SW28B
SW27,28 common
SW29A
SW29B
SW30A
SW30B
SW29,30 common
Unused
For example the first 4 cells would be wired as follows:

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1
2
3
4
SW1A
SW1B
SW2A
SW2B
SW 1,2
common
10
SW3A
SW3B
SW4A
SW4B
SW 3,4
common
DO NOT CONNECT THE COMMON RETURNS TOGETHER! SW1,2 common

must NOT be connected to SW3,4common etc or damage may result.
If more than one switch should be pressed, the unit will ignore all switch input until
all are released.
4.4 SK8, SK9: LocoNet Connections

These two identical connectors allow for connection to a LocoNet network using
conventional 6 pin RJ12 (US style telephone) connectors. The two connectors are
wired in parallel: the LocoNet wiring may be connected to either port, or may be
daisy-chained through the DTM30.
Do not connect via the front connectors on a Digitrax throttle panel, e.g. UP3.
The board will not function correctly because the Rail_Sync signals are propagated
differently on those connectors.
SK8, SK9
Pin
1
2
3
4
5
6
6 pin RJ12
Function
RAIL_SYNCLocoNet Ground
LocoNet LocoNet +
LocoNet Ground
RAIL_SYNC+
These signals are defined in the LocoNet Specification which is available from
Digitrax. The board decodes the DCC accessory packets from the RAIL_SYNC
signals on these connectors.

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4.5 JP1
This jumper should be inserted if it is necessary to program the board on a
programming track. In all other conditions it should be removed.
JP1
Position
Installed
Not
installed
2 position jumper
Function
Board configuration in service mode
Normal use.
(JP1 is located adjacent to power connector SK1)
4.6 LED Test Function

The DTM30 has a lamp test function to ensure that all cells have been wired
correctly. It is recommended that this test be used to establish that the wiring is
correct.
This test is invoked by powering up the board while the pushbutton switch mounted
on the board is pressed. This has the following effect:
All cell LEDs will be lit in turn, for approximately 1 second per LED. This is done
in the sequence:
cell 1 LED A; cell 1 LED B; cell 2 LED A; cell 2 LED B; cell 3 LED A; etc
When all cell LEDs have been lit, a single beep will be sounded. (If no LocoNet
connection is found, 5 beeps will be generated at this point). Thereafter, the cell
pushbuttons will light corresponding LEDs:
Cell 1 pushbutton A will light cell 1 LED A;
Cell 1 pushbutton B will light cell 1 LED B;
Cell 2 pushbutton B will light cell 2 LED B;
Cell 3 pushbutton B will light cell 3 LED B etc
To resume normal operation, remove then re-apply power.

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5. Detailed description of DTM30 Functions

This section describes, in detail, the behaviour of each cell type. It recommends how
the LEDs and pushbuttons should be used; however experienced users may be able to
determine other effective combinations.
5.1 Output Control Cells

Devices operated or displayed by the board each need to be assigned to a cell. The
DTM30 board has a total of 30 cells available; any function can be assigned to any
cell. This section lists the functions of each cell type.
5.1.1
Point Control Cells
Point control cells are used primarily to operate points. They may also be used to
operate other devices that are controlled by DCC accessory decoders that respond to
Thrown or Closed settings.
A point is displayed by two LEDs: LED A is lit if the point is THROWN and LED B
is lit if the point is CLOSED. Commonly, a panel will display the state using two
LEDs (one in each exit path from the point) and be controlled by one pushbutton,
which changes its state every time a button is pressed.
lit if CLOSED
pushbutton
lit if THROWN
5.1.1.1
Recommended LED Usage
It is recommended that two LEDs of the same colour are used. They display the state
of the point correctly (whether the point is controlled from the DTM30 or from a
LocoNet throttle) as follows:
LED A
Off
On
Off
*
Off
LED B
Off
Off
On
Off
*
Point State
Unknown (after power is applied)
Thrown
Closed
LED A flashes when the point is being changed to Thrown
LED B flashes when the point is being changed to Closed

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The flashing state indicates the point is in the process of changing. If the points are
selected for Turnout Feedback monitoring appropriate only where microswitches
indicate the point tiebar position to the Accessory Decoder then the flashing
continues until a response message is seen from the Accessory decoder.
LED common
THROWN
CLOSED
LEDA
LEDB
5.1.1.2
Pushbuttons
The point can be controlled using pushbuttons connected to the cell. There are three
button types that can be programmed.
The most common use is with one pushbutton per point: every time it is pressed, the
point state changes. To achieve this, one button per cell (e.g. pushbutton A) is
programmed to have the Change Point function. The other button can be used to
control routes or other effects.
For some uses, it may be appropriate to use two buttons, explicitly to set the point to
a particular direction. This is most useful for devices other than points: for example to
control a turntable, where each press on closed makes the turntable rotate
anticlockwise and each press of thrown makes it rotate clockwise. In this case, two
pushbuttons would be used; one would be programmed as Set Point Closed and
the other as Set Point Thrown
5.1.1.3
Cascading
The point display can be augmented so that the route into a yard or other complex
junction is clear, by turning off indications for points that arent on the active path.
This is appropriate e.g. for entry into a yard where several points cascade into parallel
tracks. If the cascade logic is not used, then the LEDs for all points will be lit: this
can be confusing. The cascade logic allows the LEDs for points only leading to the
input track to be lit. This indicates the route into the yard and no others.
(In this description a point is closed if set to the leftmost position; thrown for the
rightmost position. Other conventions can of course be used as long as the user is
consistent in programming).

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cc
bc
A
ac
at
ct
bt
closed
cc
bc
A
ac
at
dt
closed
(no cascade programming)
ct
dc
thrown
bt
D
dc
dt
thrown
(with cascade programming)
Without cascade programming, each point will have one of the two LEDs lit. To
reach the top track from the input in the diagram above, with no cascade
programming the point display could be as shown in the left diagram. This has two
LEDs lit in the storage road tracks which may be confusing. dc is lit, but the train
cannot get there.
With Cascade programmed, only the points forming part of the active route will
have their LEDs lit. To reach the same track, with cascade programmed, point D will
have no LEDs lit leading to the unambiguous diagram on the right.
To program this junction, it is necessary to program each cell as follows:
Cell A: no specific programming needed;
Cell B: cascades from Cell A, closed side;
Cell C: cascades from Cell B, closed side;
Cell D: cascades from Cell A, thrown side.
5.1.1.4
Advanced Functions
Point cells can be interlocked with PC software (e.g. RR&Co) through the use on
Interlock Cells: see section 5.1.6. When assigned to one of the four available
Interlocks, the pushbuttons will only operate to change the point position if the
interlock is active (i.e. its LED is green). If it is pressed while the interlock is
inactive, the button will be ignored and a short beep will sound. There is an
emergency override facility: if the button is pressed for more than two seconds, the
point will be activated as normal. Be aware, however, this probably means that the
track is reserved by the PC for train movements.
Points are normally sensed by the DCC accessory messages sent to them. However, if
the layout is wired for turnout feedback reporting with microswitches on the point
tiebars, then the cells can be programmed to respond to those messages instead In that
case, the DCC messages are ignored and indication is provided in response to the
turnout feedback messages only. This means that if the point does not respond (e.g.
because its tiebar is stuck) the display will not change.

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5.1.2
Track Occupancy Sensor Cells
A DTM30 cell can be programmed to display the state of two consecutive track
occupancy detectors, or any other device interfaced to LocoNet sensor inputs. This
is useful to provide display to the operator of train position as the trains move around
the railway, for example on hidden tracks.
5.1.2.1
The two sensors are displayed on two LEDs. LED B displays the programmed sensor
number; LED A displays the next higher sensor number. For example if the cell is
programmed to display sensor 7 on board 15: LED B displays 15,7 and A displays
15,8.
LED common
LEDA
When a LocoNet sensor message is detected:

If sensor occupied, LED becomes lit;
If sensor unoccupied, LED becomes off.
LEDB
It is recommended that the LED colours should be

different from that used to display point position.
When the sensor state is unknown (e.g. immediately after power up) the LED display
can be set to have both LEDs off, or both LEDs flashing. The latter option explicitly
indicates that the state isnt known, and can be useful to debug message
communication problems (e.g. caused by a poorly crimped LocoNet cable).
5.1.2.2
Pushbuttons
In most cases, pushbuttons are not needed for sensor cells; the two pushbutton inputs
can be used for other effects (e.g. controlling routes).
5.1.2.3
Advanced Functions
For specialised applications it is possible to use pushbuttons to generate sensor

messages. This may be useful to allow interaction with a PC software program: for
example pressing a button to trigger a sensor message could be used to reserve a
piece of track, or request a PC controlled route. There are two sensor button types
that may be programmed:
sensor message ON when pressed: when this button is pressed, the sensor
state is set to on and a sensor on message is sent to LocoNet. PC software ca
be programmed to respond to that message. When the button is released, a sensor
off message is sent.
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sensor message toggle: when this button is pressed, the sensor state is inverted
and a sensor message is sent to LocoNet. This each successive press generates
sensor on, off, on, off, on etc messages. This allows latching operation and may be
useful if it is necessary to indicate that something is reserved or needed until the
operator is ready to release it.
5.1.3
SIGM10 Signal Cells
These cells are used to display the state of a signal controlled by the SIGM10 or
SIGM20 Automatic Signal Controller. These signals change state in response to train
movements and other signal settings, and generate a special message to show their
state.
Signal cells often need to be able to display several possible aspects. This may
require more than two LEDs that are available from a single cell. Consequently the
DTM30 has a special facility called a copy cell (see section 5.1.7) that can be used
to extend the number of LEDs available for display of each signal. Some possible
combinations are described below.
5.1.3.1
Simple LED Usage
The most simple display is via a bi-colour LED. To use this, the signal aspect display
needs to be programmed to Bi-Colour LED. This is a package with separate red &
green LEDs internally. The DTM30 will light red or green to display those aspects, or
both (which mix to give an amber colour) to display the amber aspect.
LED common
bicolour
LED
green
LEDA
LEDB
red
Note the bi-colour LED needs to be a common

anode type; e.g. Rapid electronics part number
55-1682
The common (anode) is the centre wire for CML
Electronics supplied LEDs
5.1.3.2
Multiple Aspect display
More complex displays with 4 LEDs may be created by using a copy cell. The
signal cell is set to provide one aspect display (usually driving the red & green
LEDs), and the copy cell drives additional LEDs. The combination of the two allows
4 LEDs to provide a more realistic display.
The signal cell is normally programmed to red & green LEDs. Its two LEDs
provide those aspect displays. It may also be programmed to red & green LEDs,
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flash red if forced in which case the red LED will flash if the signal has been
overridden to red by manual intervention.
The copy cell is programmed to copy the state of the signal cell, and display further
LEDs. There are currently two possible displays: amber & 2nd amber used for 4
aspect signals, or amber & reverse running used for 3 aspect signals.
Signal Cell wiring
Copy Cell wiring
LED common
red
green
LED common
2nd
amber
LEDA
LEDA
LEDB
LEDB
Signal Appearance
amber
green
amber
red
2nd amber
LED wiring for amber & 2nd amber display

Signal Cell wiring
Copy Cell wiring
LED common
green
red
LED common
rev
run
LEDA
LEDA
LEDB
LEDB
Signal Appearance
amber
reverse
running
green
amber
red
LED wiring for amber & reverse running display

5.1.3.3
Pushbuttons
In many cases, it will not be necessary to have pushbuttons; the pushbuttons can be
used for other effects (e.g. controlling Routes). However, the SIGM10 does have a
manual override to allow the operator to force a signal to red. If the user wants
access to that facility, then two pushbuttons should be programmed as follows:
One button should be programmed to Force Signal Red. When pressed, it will
force the signal red.
One button should be programmed to Normal Signal Operation. When pressed,
it will release the signal to normal operation.
5.1.4
SIGM10 Reverse Running Zone Cells
The SIGM10 & SIGM20 Automatic Signal Controllers provide control over the
direction in which a single piece of track is to be run. This allows the signals to be set
appropriately for the current direction. By convention the two directions are called
West to East and East to West.
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The DTM30 provides a cell type to control and display the running direction of the
zone. This allows the direction that has been set automatically to be seen, and if
necessary overridden.
5.1.4.1
Two LEDs are used: A is lit for West to East operation and B is lit for East to
West operation. It is suggested that these be a different colour than used elsewhere
on the panel.
LED common
WestEast
LEDA
EastWest
The LEDs can be programmed to flash

if the zone direction has been locked by
manual intervention.
LEDB
5.1.4.2
Pushbuttons
Two pushbuttons can be used to provide manual control over the current running
direction. The two buttons should be programmed to Set Reverse Running Zone
W-E and to Set Reverse Running Zone E-W respectively.
Each press of these buttons sends a DCC accessory message to the SIGM10, to
request a change of running direction. It is possible to lock the direction by pressing
the button for a two second period: this causes the signal controller not to change the
direction automatically until it has been released by a further normal button press.
5.1.5
SE8c Signal Cells
These cells are used to display & control the state of a signal controlled by the SE8c
Signal Controller. These signals are controlled by combinations of one or two DCC
accessory addresses, depending on how the SE8c is set up.
Signal cells often need to be able to display several possible aspects. This may
require more than two LEDs that are available from a single cell. Consequently the
DTM30 has a special facility called a copy cell (see section 5.1.7) that can be used
to extend the number of LEDs available for display of each signal. Some possible
combinations are described below.
5.1.5.1
Simple LED Usage
The most simple display is via a bi-colour LED. To use this, the signal aspect display
needs to be programmed to Bi-Colour LED. This is a package with separate red &
green LEDs internally. The DTM30 will light red or green to display those aspects, or
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both (which mix to give an amber colour) to display the amber aspect. When the
signal is set to flashing amber, the red & green LEDs both flash to simulate a
flashing amber colour.
LED common
bicolour
LED
green
red
Note the bi-colour LED needs to be a common

anode type; e.g. Rapid electronics part number
55-1682
The common (anode) is the centre wire for
CML Electronics supplied LEDs
LEDA
LEDB
5.1.5.2
Multiple Aspect display
More complex displays with 4 LEDs may be created by using a copy cell. The
signal cell is set to provide one aspect display (usually driving the red & green
LEDs), and the copy cell drives additional LEDs. The combination of the two allows
4 LEDs to provide a more realistic display.
The signal cell is programmed to red & green LEDs. Its two LEDs provide those
aspect displays. The copy cell is programmed to copy the signal cells state, and
display the amber & 2nd amber aspect. The amber LED will blink if the signal
shows the flashing amber aspect.
Signal Cell wiring
Copy Cell wiring
LED common
green
Signal Appearance
LED common
red
amber
LEDA
LEDA
LEDB
LEDB
green
amber
red
5.1.5.3
Pushbuttons
If the user needs to be able to control the signal aspect, a cell pushbutton should be
programmed to Step SE8c Signal aspect. This will cause the signal aspect to be
stepped on each button press in a cycle.
5.1.6
Interlock Cells
This section is appropriate if you are using a PC for railway control as well as local
panels.
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In Interlocked mode (see section 5.5), each DTM30 board can interact with up to 4
zones of track where individual protected operation is needed. Each point can be
assigned to one of the four zones (and can be assigned to no zone if unrestricted
operation is desired).
When the User wishes to operate points in a protected zone, she must first
determine that the PC application does not have that track reserved for another
operation. This is achieved by a special cell type known as a Interlock cell.
The behaviour of an Interlock cell is intimately connected with programming of the
PC control software. At the time of writing, Interlocks are not explicitly supported by
Railroad & Co and the behaviour needs to be programmed carefully by the user.
Information regarding this programming is provided in Appendix E; it is
recommended that this mode is not used except by users familiar with the PC
software and how to program its behaviour.
Interlocks begin in an Inactive state. In this state, the track is assumed to be
reserved by the PC, and point control would be unsafe. In this condition, the points
will not respond to their pushbuttons.
When the Interlock cells pushbutton is pressed, the DTM30 requests use of the track
from the PC software. If that request is granted, the cell enters Active state and the
LEDs change state. Points will now respond normally to their pushbuttons. The PC
software will recognise the track as being used for manual operations, and will hold
other trains outside the protected zone until the operation is complete.
When manual operation has concluded, the Interlock cells pushbutton is again
pressed, and the DTM30 requests release of the track from the PC software. If that
request is granted, the cell enters Inctive state and the LEDs change state. (There is
no strong reason, other than message failure, for the request not to be granted;
however formally there is a message exchange for this operation).
5.1.6.1
An Interlock cell has two LEDs: B (green) and A (red). When Red, the zone is
controlled by the PC and the user is locked out. When green, the user is able to
control points in the zone.
LED common
red
LEDA
LEDB
green
A lit if point operation not safe;

B lit if point operation is OK
The LED flashes while the unit is exchanging
information with the PC.

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5.1.6.2
Pushbuttons
One push button for the cell should be programmed as Change Interlock. The
other may be used for other effects (e.g. controlling routes).
5.1.7
Copy Cells
A copy cell displays the state that belongs to another cell. There are two common
uses for copy cells:
If it is required to light several LEDs for one point (for example if it is displayed
twice on the panel). In this case one cell is programmed as normal for the point;
the additional LEDs are driven by one or more copy cells that simply act the
same way as the cell they imitate.
Some signal cell displays need more than two LEDs: for example a 4 aspect signal
needs 4 LEDs. A copy cell is used to provide the additional LEDs: see sections
5.1.3.2 and 5.1.5.2.
A copy cell does not need any push button inputs of its own. Its pushbutton inputs
can be used for other purposes, e.g. triggering routes.
5.1.8
Board mode Cells
A Board Mode cell can be used if desired to display the mode that the board is in (see
section 5.5). If the user intends the board to be changed between Standalone mode
and Interlocked mode, it may be useful to have LEDs on the console to inform the
operator of the currently selected mode. This is achieved by programming a cell to
act as a board mode display.
A board mode cell is not always needed: it is only required if the user wants LED
display of the current mode. If the board is not to be used with PC software, and the
board will always be in Standalone mode, there is absolutely no need to program a
board mode cell.
5.1.8.1
It is recommended that two LEDs are used, with different colours from others on the
panel to avoid confusion. They are lit as follows:
LED common
LEDA
LEDB
If the board is in Standalone mode: no LEDs are lit

If the board is in Interlocked mode: LED A is lit
If the board is in Slave mode: LED B is lit

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5.1.8.2
Pushbuttons
A Board Mode cell does not need any push button inputs of its own. There are two
pushbutton functions that may be desired, however:
Toggle Interlock Mode: if this function is programmed into any cells push
button, then each press will change the board mode between Standalone mode and
Interlocked mode.
Toggle Slave Mode: if this function is programmed into any cells push button,
then each press will change the board mode between Standalone mode and Slave
mode.
Additionally, the board mode can be changed in response to DCC commands to two
accessory addresses (which are programmed through the PC as normal).
Address
Enter Slave mode
Enter Slave mode
Enter Interlocked mode
Enter Interlocked mode
Setting
Closed
Thrown
Closed
Thrown
Effect
Board enters Standalone mode
Board enters Slave mode
Board enters Standalone mode
Board enters Interlocked mode
5.2 Routes
Each DTM30 can control 24 Local Routes. Each route allows up to 12 points to be
set to a particular state. This is useful to preset a particular route through the
trackwork for example into a station or into a fiddle yard. Points may be those
controlled by cells within the DTM30 unit, or may be any other point.
Each route is invoked in response to a button press. When pressed, the set of up to 12
points will be commanded to go to the required state (closed or thrown). The
instructions to the command station are issued one at a time, with a programmable
delay between them. This is to allow time for any capacitor discharge units to
recharge between point setting commands.
Each route consists of up to 12 entries. The entries can be used to hold the following
information:
Each point in the route belonging to a DTM30 cell needs one entry;
Each point in the route that doesnt belong to a DTM30 cell needs two entries;
A cascading route after this route needs one entry;
If to/from mode is used, the start and end locations use one entry each.
Common combinations of available entries might include:
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12 points local to the DTM30 executed in normal route mode;

10 points local to the DTM30 executed in to/from mode;
11 points local to the DTM30 in normal route mode, plus a cascaded route;
9 points local to the DTM30 in to/from mode, plus a cascaded route;
8 points local to the DTM30 in normal route mode, plus 2 points not listed in the
DTM30s cells;
etc.
A route button being pressed causes a long beep to sound.
5.2.1
To/From Mode
Most commonly, routes are invoked with a single button press; the users panel may
have a table that says words to the effect of:
route 1 gets me from the main line to station platform 1
route 2 gets me from the main line to station platform 2
route 5 gets me from station platform 1 to engine shed access road
route 6 gets me from station platform 2 to engine shed access road
route 9 gets me from engine shed access road to engine shed road 1
route 11 gets me from engine shed access road to engine shed road 3
etc
To get a locomotive from station platform 2 to engine shed road 3 needs TWO routes
to be identified from the table then executed: route 6 followed by route 11.
An alternative way to use routes supported by the DTM30 is to have TWO button
presses that encode the start location and the end location. This is called
to/from route mode. In this mode, each route is programmed with a start and end
location; when the two buttons are detected (in either order) the route is executed. A
long beep sounds when the route is found and executed; a short beep happens if
that route combination hasnt been programmed.
For the example above, the track diagram on the control panel would have
pushbuttons inserted into certain track positions:
Route button 1 in station platform 1 track;

Route button 5 in main line;
Route button 6 in engine shed road 1;
Route button 7 in engine shed road 2;
Route button 8 in engine shed road 3.

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To get a locomotive from station platform 2 to engine shed road 3 needs two button
presses, but only one route. Press the button in the station platform 2 track, then the
button in the engine shed road 3 track. The user does not need to remember the route
table.
platform 4
platform 3
platform 2
platform 1
main line
Dingleberry station
road 1
road 2
road 3
Engine Shed
Note that is necessary for the user to define all the valid combinations of route;
the DTM30 doesnt know the track connections and cannot work it out itself!
5.2.2 Pushbuttons
Unlike the boards cells, Routes do not have their own pushbuttons. Instead, any
unused buttons belonging to the cells can be used to execute routes. For a DTM30
with all cells controlling points and each using pushbutton A to change each point,
there will be 30 pushbutton B inputs available to control routes.
5.2.3
Cascading Routes
Routes may be cascaded. For example when route 3 has executed, route 5 may be
automatically executed after it. A cascade entry takes up one route entry.
5.2.4
External activation
Each local route can be invoked by setting a DCC accessory device to THROWN or
CLOSED. The board occupies 25 accessory addresses to allow the local routes to be
remotely activated. The 25th address activates the Initialise function described in
section 5.4.
5.3 Other Pushbutton Functions

There are a number of pushbutton functions that do not belong to a cell type, but
can be programmed into any cell with unused pushbuttons. These have the following
effects:
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Initialise All Points
Toggle Interlock Mode

Toggle Slave Mode
Track Power On
Track Power Off
Emergency Stop
Start Interrogate Sequence
Execute Route Number
Sets all point cells to the state programmed for

them (see section 5.4). Useful to get trackwork to
a fixed condition
Change between Standalone & Interlock
mode on each press. See section 5.1.8.2.
Change between Standalone & Slave mode
on each press. See section 5.1.8.2.
Turns track power on.
Turns track power off.
Stops all trains, leaving power on.
Initiates the interrogate sequence used to
discover all track & sensor settings.
Initiates a route. See section 5.2.
5.4 Initialise
There is an initialise function available on the board. When activated, all points
will be set to a programmed state, as defined in each cells settings. This facility is
useful to set all trackwork to an initial condition, e.g. at the start of an operating
session.
The initialise function is activated by a pushbutton programmed to the Initialise All
Points setting. This pushbutton can be defined in any cell. When pressed, all points
will be set to the state defined in their programming (Closed, Thrown, or left
unchanged).
The initialise command can also be invoked by a DCC accessory command. See
section 5.2.4 for details.
5.5 Operating Modes

The board has three operating modes. Two of these are only relevant if using PC
railway automation software (e.g. Winlok, Railroad & Co) as well as DTM30 and
other manual control products. The modes affect the way the board responds to
pushbutton messages; in all cases, the LED displays will behave as normal. If in
doubt, stick to Standalone mode!
Standalone mode is the most common operating mode, and should be used
when the points etc are to be controlled directly in response to pushbutton presses.
In this mode the DTM30 behaves similarly to a handheld throttle. When a point
control pushbutton is pressed, the DTM30 sets the point by sending a switch
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request message to the command station. All functions, including routes, operate
normally.
Slave mode is used where the DTM30 is used purely to send commands to a PC
program such as Winlok or Railroad & Co. All pushbuttons send a sensor
message, instead of having their normal functions. Points etc are controlled by the
PC program, rather than by the DTM30. Do not use this mode unless you are
confident of what you are doing!
Interlocked mode is a half and half mode used in conjunction with a PC
control program such as Railroad & Co, and affects control of points only. In this
mode, the DTM30 directly controls points but only when allowed to do so by the
PC program. This allows the PC program to reserve track for train movements,
and the DTM30 will not change the state of points in reserved sections. Up to 4
reserved sections can be defined, each with its own Interlock. Points can be
assigned to one Interlock; points that are not assigned to any Interlock may be
controlled directly as normal. Do not use this mode unless you are a proficient
user of the PC software!
The board mode at power-up can be programmed, and the mode can be changed
either by pushbuttons or in response to DCC accessory messages; see section 5.1.8
for more details.

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6. PC Programming using LocoAnalyse

The DTM30 is defined by over 500 system Variables (SVs). These can be manually
configured using a programming track. However the intended method of
programming is via a PC. CML Electronics Limited provides Locoanalyse, a PC
program that allows the settings to be defined, stored and then downloaded over
LocoNet. This program is available as a free download from
www.cmlelectronics.co.uk
6.1 DTM30 Editing Form

This form allows the full set of DTM30 settings to be specified.
It is divided into three principal parts:

Cell definitions;
Route definitions;
Board mode Control.
Each section is described here.
DTM30 Identification
Two controls that specify the board being defined:

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Board Name
Serial Number
Cell Definitions
Cell List
Route Definitions
Route List
To/from Numbering
DCC Address
Board Mode Control

Mode after power up
Sensors Used
A user defined name for the board. This is only

used by the software to identify the board in lists.
The board number to which programming
instructions will be sent; marked on the processor
chip.
Defines the behaviour of each of the cells on the
board.
A list of all of the cells on the board, with a
summary of their programming shown. Double
clicking on an entry invokes the Cell Editor to
change the definition for the cell.
Specifies up to 24 routes to invoke a path through
several points.
A list of all of the routes available, with a
summary of their programming shown. Double
clicking on an entry invokes the Route Editor to
change the points included in the route.
When checked, routes are invoked by two button
presses. The first press defines the start track
and the second defines the end track. When not
checked, a single button press selects a route.
Defines a block of 25 DCC accessory addresses,
starting at this number. These addresses when
activated to either Thrown or Closed will
cause the routes to be activated. If set to 0, this
feature is disabled and no addresses are used.
Controls the overall board operating mode.
This sets the mode the board enters when
switched on (Standalone, Slave or Interlock).
This determines the sensor addresses are reserved
by the board.
If the board is used in slave mode, it always uses
4 sensor board numbers1;
In Interlock mode, it will use 4 sensor addresses
i.e of a full set. These are set to numbers 1-4, 5-
The terminology follows the convention for the BDL16x products from Digitrax; One BDL16x board occupies one
sensor board number between 1-256; each board has 16 individual sensors.

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8, 9-12 or 13-16 allowing 4 DTM30 boards to

share a single sensor address.
Sensor Board number
DCC addr for Slave
DCC Addr for Interlock
Delay between Outputs
Sets the sensor board number used in Interlock

and Slave mode. In slave mode, the board will
generate messages covering four sensor boards
starting at this number; in interlock mode it will
use 4 sensor addresses on this one board number.
This DCC accessory address changes the board
mode between Standalone and Slave modes.
If set to Thrown, enters Slave mode;
If set to Closed, enters Standalone mode.
This DCC accessory address changes the board
mode between Standalone and Interlock modes.
If set to Thrown, enters Interlock mode;
If set to Closed, enters Standalone mode.
This control sets a delay in seconds between
output commands for routes. This is provided to
allow time for Capacitor Discharge units to
recharge, if the Accessory Decoders do not
provide that time delay themselves.

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6.2 DTM30 Cell Editing dialog
This dialog defines the configuration of one cell on the board. The top part applies to
any cell; the bottom part has a number of sections that depend on the cell type
selected.
Description
Cell Type
Cell Number
Pushbutton A&B Functions

Point Cells
Users description for the cell. Used for

documentation; doesnt affect behaviour.
Selects the cell type from a list. The settings for
the remainder of the dialog is dependent on the
chosen cell type.
Used to specify a number:
DCC Accessory number for Point Cells
Board number for Sensor Cells
DCC Accessory number for Signal Cells
Cell number for Copy cells
DCC Accessory number for Interlock Cells
Sets the functions of each of the two pushbuttons
These settings are available if the cell type is set
to Point Cell: see section 5.1.1.

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Initialise
Assigned to Interlock
Cascade
Use Turnout Feedback
Sensor Cells
Sensor Number
Flash if Unknown
Interlock Cells
Interlock Number
Signal Cells
Aspect
SIGM10 Reverse Zone Cells

Flash if Direction Locked
Sets the direction to which the point is set by the

Initialise command, when used.
specifies an interlock number on the board to
which this point is assigned, if any. See section
5.1.6.
This can be set to cascade from another point cell
on the board. When that point is not in the state
entered here, this cells LEDs are extinguished.
This allows the active route through a junction
to be more clearly lit. See section 5.1.1.3.
When checked, the point state will be sensed from
the layout using Turnout Feedback messages.
Use this only if your accessory decoders have
feedback microswitches wired to point tiebars.
to Sensor Cell. See section 5.1.2.
Sensor number on the board (1 to 16)
When checked, the LEDs for each sensor will
flash if the sensor state is not known.
to Interlock Cell. See section 5.1.6.
Specifies the boards interlock number (1 to 4)
controlled by this cell.
to SIGM10 Signal Cell (section 5.1.3)or SE8c
Signal Cell (section 5.1.5).
Specifies how the signal state is shown on the two
LEDs. Cells can be duplicated using Copy cells
so that additional LEDs are available.
to SIGM10 Rev Zone Cell (see section 5.1.4).
When checked, the LEDs will flash if the running
direction for zone has been locked by manual
intervention.

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6.2.1
Pushbutton Functions
Each DTM30 cell has two assigned pushbuttons. The functions of these are
programmable. The range of functions available is as follows:
Cell Dependent Pushbuttons:
(These buttons only function correctly when the
cell type is set to the intended setting. If a button
type is set to an unexpected value, it will not
function correctly).
Change Point
Changes a point cell to the opposite of its current
state; used with a single pushbutton per point.
Set Point Closed
Sets a point cell to Closed. Used if two
pushbuttons per point are wanted for explicit
direction setting.
Set Point Thrown
As above, but sets point cell Thrown.
Sensor Message Toggle
For sensor cells, sends a sensor message that is to
the opposite of the current state. May be used to
signal to PC software etc.
Sensor Message on when pressed For sensor cells, sends a sensor on message
when pressed & off message when released.
May be used to signal to PC software etc
Change Interlock
For Interlock Cells, requests that the Interlock
with PC software be activated or deactivated. The
cell LEDs show whether this was successful or
not.
Force Signal Red
For SIGM10 signal cells, override the signal to
red state.
Normal Signal Operation
For SIGM10 signal cells, release the signal to
automatic control.
Set Reverse Running Zone W-E For SIGM10 reverse running zone cells, set the
direction of the zone to the state shown. If the
button is pressed for more than 2 seconds, the
zone is set to locked in that direction and cannot
be set automatically.
Set Reverse Running Zone E-W See above.
Step Signal Aspect
for SE8c signal cells, step the aspect shown to the
next possible state on each press.
Other Pushbuttons:
Initialise All Points
(These pushbutton types do not depend on cell

type and may be assigned to any otherwise unused
pushbutton)
Sets all point cells to the state programmed into
them. Useful to get trackwork to a fixed condition

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Toggle Interlock Mode

Toggle Slave Mode
Track Power On
Track Power Off
Emergency Stop
Start Interrogate Sequence
Execute Route Number
Change between Standalone & Interlock

mode on each press.
Change between Standalone & Slave mode
on each press.
Turns track power on.
Turns track power off.
Stops all trains, leaving power on.
initiates the interrogate sequence used to
discover all track & sensor settings.
Initiates a route; user enters the route number.
6.2.2
Typical programming of pushbuttons
For guidance, typically the cells for a DTM30 will need their pushbuttons configured
in particular ways. It is suggested that users begin with this configuration, and adopt
others as experience grows.
Cell Type
Point Cell
Sensor Cell
SIGM10 Signal Cell
SIGM10 Rev Zone Cell
SE8c signal Cell
Interlock Cell
Copy Cell
Board mode Cell
Pushbuttons Defined
Typically, one pushbutton is set to Change Point.
Normally, no pushbuttons are used
Normally, no pushbuttons are used.
Pushbuttons are not always needed.
Pushbutton are not usually needed.
Normally, one pushbutton is used to request and release the
interlock. This is set to Change Interlock.
No buttons are needed.
No buttons are needed.
More advanced settings:

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Cell Type
Point Cell
Pushbuttons Defined
If it is desired to have two buttons (one for Closed, one for
Thrown) then two buttons need to be defined; these should
be set to Set Point Closed or Set Point Thrown.
Sensor Cell
Exceptionally, if a message needs to be sent to a PC
program, a button can be assigned to send sensor
messages but this is rare.
SIGM10 Signal Cell
A button can be added to set the signal manually to red, in
which case a second button is needed to release it to normal
operation.
SIGM10 Rev Zone Cell Two pushbuttons can be used to control the running
direction: one should be programmed to Set Reverse
Running Zone W-E and the other to Set Reverse
Running Zone E-W
SE8c signal Cell
One pushbutton can be used to step between the various
aspects. This is programmed to Step SE8c Signal Aspect
Where buttons are not needed by the above functions, the unused buttons can be
assigned to any of the other pushbutton button types listed above. Commonly, route
buttons will be used in this way wherever spaces are available.
6.3 DTM30 Route Editing Form
List of Points
This is a list of all of the points forming the route,

and the direction they are driven to for the route.
At the end is a message indicating whether the

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Point State Controls
From, To Buttons
Cascade
Route number
route fits into the space available. (If not, consider

using two cascaded routes).
At the bottom of the screen are two controls for
editing a route entry. To change an entry:
Select the entry in the list;
Set the required direction using the combo box.
Set to Undefined to remove an entry.
Set the point number in the left hand box. Note
this is the DCC accessory number as used on
a throttle - not a cell number.
As changes are made, they are reflected into the
list box above.
If the board is in To/From mode, two button
numbers are needed to invoke the route. These
two numbers specify a pair of button numbers;
when pressed one after the other, in either order,
the route will be invoked.
When checked, at the end of executing this route
another route is also invoked. This can be used to
create larger routes.
Chooses the number of the other route cascaded
from this one.
7. DTM30 Configuration Variables (CVs)

A programming utility called locoanalyse can be downloaded free to configure this
product. For those that are unable to use the PC method, a list of CVs is available as a
download or on request from CML Electronics Limited.

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Appendix A LocoNet Interrogation Sequence

The DTM30 participates in the LocoNet accessory and sensor interrogation
sequence which is controlled by some command stations (e.g. DCS100). This
sequence is invoked after power is applied to the layout to find out the initial state of
all points and track occupancy sensors.
In a Digitrax system controlled by a DCS100, the command station sends accessory
commands to special addresses. The accessory decoders respond by reporting their
state over LocoNet. The DTM30 monitors these messages to discover the initial
state of all attached devices. The LEDs are then lit accordingly.
In a system controlled by some older command stations, the interrogate sequence is
never invoked. The DTM30 will learn point states in those systems by detecting the
first operation of a point. If a point state is not yet known and the pushbutton is
pressed, by convention the point will be set to THROWN.
Where the accessory decoders do not have a LocoNet connection for example the
Digitrax DS44 or decoders from other manufacturers, the initial state can only be
discovered after DCC control packets have been sent to the device. Using the
Initialise button on the DTM30 will set all points to a known state and set the LEDs
accordingly.
The DTM30 is also able to generate this sequence. This is sometimes useful to
refresh the settings held by a PC software program. This can be achieves by setting
an unallocated pushbutton to Start Interrogate Sequence.

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Appendix B Upgrades for DTM16 rev A Products

For users of DTM16 products, processor upgrades are available that extend the
functionality. This enables the upgraded board to offer the new software features of
the DTM30, but limited to the number of cells available in the original product.
In most cases, the processor will be supplied for user upgrade. It is necessary to carry
out a careful installation process, followed by setting the new boards serial number.
Usually this should be set to the original number for the board that has been
upgraded.
There are some differences regarding pushbutton & LED connections:
Each cell has two LEDs available for use. Ideally these should be wired according
to the new wiring instructions for DTM30 boards; however in most cases the
previous wiring for point and sensor cells will be OK without changes.
Pushbuttons that are used to toggle points, and buttons used to control routes, can
be used as before without rewiring. Other functions new to the DTM30 can be
assigned if needed.
It is a good idea to run through the lamp test (see section 4.6) to confirm wiring.
Pushbuttons
The pushbuttons will be reassigned as follows:
From
pin
1
3
5
7
9
11
13
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
To
pin
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
32
34
SK5
Function
Cell 1 pushbutton A
Cell 2 pushbutton A
Cell 3 pushbutton A
Cell 4 pushbutton A
Cell 5 pushbutton A
Cell 6 pushbutton A
Cell 7 pushbutton A
Cell 8 pushbutton A
Cell 9 pushbutton A
Cell 10 pushbutton A
No connection
No connection
From
pin
1
3
5
7
9
11
13
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
To
pin
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
32
34
SK6
Function
Cell 1 pushbutton B
Cell 2 pushbutton B
Cell 3 pushbutton B
Cell 4 pushbutton B
Cell 5 pushbutton B
Cell 6 pushbutton B
Cell 7 pushbutton B
Cell 8 pushbutton B
Cell 9 pushbutton B
Cell 10 pushbutton B
Not used
No connection
No connection
LED Outputs
The LED outputs are employed as follows:

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Signal
Function
LEDxA,
Each LED output provides two pins: LEDxA and LEDxB. The LED should be
LEDxB
connected between these two signals and ground.
Pin Number
Function
Pin Number
Function
SK3 pin 1
Do not connect
SK3 pin 2
Do not connect
SK3 pin 3
LED1A (for o/p 1)
SK3 pin 4
LED1B
SK3 pin 5
LED2A
SK3 pin 6
LED2B
SK3 pin 7
LED3A
SK3 pin 8
LED3B
SK3 pin 9
LED4A
SK3 pin 10
LED4B
SK3 pin 11
LED5A
SK3 pin 12
LED5B
SK3 pin 13
LED6A
SK3 pin 14
LED6B
SK3 pin 15
LED7A
SK3 pin 16
LED7B
SK3 pin 17
LED8A
SK3 pin 18
LED8B
SK3 pin 19
Do not connect
SK3 pin 20
Do not connect
Pin Number
SK4 pin 1
SK4 pin 3
SK4 pin 5
SK4 pin 7
SK4 pin 9
SK4 pin 11
SK4 pin 13
SK4 pin 15
SK4 pin 17
SK4 pin 19
Function
Do not connect
LED9A (for o/p 9)
LED10A
LED11A
LED12A
LED13A
LED14A
LED15A
LED16A
Do not connect
Pin Number
SK4 pin 2
SK4 pin 4
SK4 pin 6
SK4 pin 8
SK4 pin 10
SK4 pin 12
SK4 pin 14
SK4 pin 16
SK4 pin 18
SK4 pin 20
Function
Do not connect
LED9B
LED10B
LED11B
LED12B
LED13B
LED14B
LED15B
LED16B
Do not connect
LEDs should ideally be connected as per the instructions in sections 3 and 5.

However, the cell output drive the LED anodes and the LED cathodes are all
connected to the board ground connection.
However, for point cells with existing wiring with back to back diodes, the existing
wiring should be OK.

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Appendix C Upgrades for DTM16 rev B Products

For users of DTM16 products, processor upgrades are available that extend the
functionality. This enables the upgraded board to offer the new software features of
the DTM30, but limited to the number of cells available in the original product.
In most cases, the processor will be supplied for user upgrade. It is necessary to carry
out a careful installation process, followed by setting the new boards serial number.
Usually this should be set to the original number for the board that has been
upgraded.
There are some differences regarding pushbutton & LED connections:
Each cell has two LEDs available for use. Ideally these should be wired according
to the new wiring instructions for DTM30 boards; however in most cases the
previous wiring for point and sensor cells will be OK without changes.
Pushbuttons that are used to toggle points, and buttons used to control routes, can
be used as before without rewiring. Other functions new to the DTM30 can be
assigned if needed.
It is a good idea to run through the lamp test (see section 4.6) to confirm wiring.
LED Outputs
Connector type
Pin
1
2
3
4
5
5 pin header plug, 0.1

pitch
Function
Cell X output A
Cell X output B
Cell X+1 output A
Cell X+1 output B
GND
Connector
Cells
PL1
PL2
PL3
PL4
PL5
PL6
PL7
PL8
PL9
PL10
1, 2
3, 4
5, 6
7, 8
9, 10
11, 12
13, 14
15, 16
17, 18
19, 20
Note pin 1 is adjacent to an unused square pad on the board in each case, i.e. nearest
to the top edge of the board.
LEDs should ideally be connected as per the instructions in sections 3 and 5.
However, the cell output drive the LED anodes and the LED cathodes are all
connected to the ground pins. However, for point cells with existing wiring with
back to back diodes, the existing wiring should be OK.
Pushbuttons
The pushbuttons will be reassigned as follows:

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From
pin
1
3
5
7
9
11
13
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
To
pin
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
32
34
SK5
Function
Cell 1 pushbutton A
Cell 2 pushbutton A
Cell 3 pushbutton A
Cell 4 pushbutton A
Cell 5 pushbutton A
Cell 6 pushbutton A
Cell 7 pushbutton A
Cell 8 pushbutton A
Cell 9 pushbutton A

From
pin
1
3
5
7
9
11
13
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
To
pin
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
32
34
SK6
Function
Cell 1 pushbutton B
Cell 2 pushbutton B
Cell 3 pushbutton B
Cell 4 pushbutton B
Cell 5 pushbutton B
Cell 6 pushbutton B
Cell 7 pushbutton B
Cell 8 pushbutton B
Cell 9 pushbutton B
Not used
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Appendix D DTM30 and Slips

The double slip is a piece of trackwork which may behave as a diamond crossing or
as points to offer the curved routes. It is controlled by two point motors each
operating a tie bar (one at each end). It has four possible states. The states controlled
by the tiebars and a possible way of indicating the route with LEDs is shown below.
State 1:
Left = CLOSED
Right = CLOSED
Bottom
curved
available.
State 2:
Left = CLOSED
Right = THROWN
route
Straight route available.

State 3:
Left = THROWN
Right = CLOSED
Diagonal route available.
LED1
LED2
LED3
State 4:
Left = THROWN
Right = THROWN
LED4
Top curved route available.
It can be seen from this that:

The right hand tie bar controls the left hand exit route and vice versa;
The switches and LEDs for a double slip should be installed at the opposite end
from the point motor they control to get a meaningful display.
Single Slips
The single slip is like a double slip but with only one curved route. It is controlled
by two point motors each operating a tie bar (one at each end). It has four possible
states. However, it can be controlled by a single accessory decoder output driving two
point motors, with both tiebars driven by the same throttle command.
The states controlled by the tiebars and a possible way of indicating the route with
LEDs is shown below.

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State 1:
Left = CLOSED
Right = CLOSED
LED1
LED2
LED3
LED4
Note both diagonal and

straight through routes are
available.
State 4:
Left = THROWN
Right = THROWN
Upper curve
available.
route
only
With a single accessory decoder driving both point motors, states 1 & 4 are the only
two options. There are two other states the single slip can enter, but they offer no
more useful options for a train to take:
State 2:
Left = CLOSED
Right = THROWN
Straight
available.
through
route
State 3:
Left = THROWN
Right = CLOSED
Diagonal route only available.
A single accessory address to control both tiebars can be achieved by:

Use a DAC10 to drive two point motors; use its output following feature to have
one cell copy the other.
Use a DAC10 cell to drive two solenoid point motors directly;
Use two tortoise type point motors, driven by one decoder output (many accessory
decoders can do that).

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Appendix E Interlock Cells

If you are not using a PC to control your railway, then ignore this section!
Some users have computerised train control, but want a degree of manual control too.
For example, a PC program might control train operations on the main line, allowing
a user to operate a station: when a train arrives, the operator decouples the loco, and
puts a new loco onto the front of the train ready for its exit. Ordinarily, this could
sometimes lead to hazardous conditions: if the PC program is driving a train through
a point which is then changed by the station operator, chaos can result. Interlock
Cells allow points to be controlled by a local panel only when the PC program allows
the operation. A description of how to use this feature with the well known PC
program Railroad & Co is given in Appendix F.
An interlock has two basic states: active and inactive.
When the interlock is active, points attached to that interlock cell can be
controlled as normal. It is set to active state by setting a DCC accessory address
programmed into the cell to THROWN. If its pushbutton is pressed, it sends a
LocoNet sensor off message.
When the interlock is inactive, points attached to that interlock cell do not
respond to normal button presses. It is set to active state by setting a DCC
accessory address programmed into the cell to CLOSED. If its pushbutton is
pressed, it sends a LocoNet sensor on message.
To make this work, the PC program needs to be set to respond to the sensor on and
sensor off messages:
When the PC program receives a sensor on message for the interlock cell, it
must decide if it is safe for the points in that zone to be operated. Typically this is
done by requesting a route through the zone; if the PC program doesnt have that
route reserved for something else, then the route is set. The point number
controlling the interlock is set to THROWN as part of that route. If the track is
reserved for something else, the PC must ignore the sensor on message.
When the PC program receives a sensor off message for the interlock cell, it
should release the route used to reserve the track (for the on command) and set
the DCC accessory address to CLOSED.
When the button is first pressed to request the use of the track, the sensor on
message is generated and the green LED starts to flash. If the PC can reserve the
track, the DTM30 receives the DCC accessory thrown message and the green LED
lights fully; the points will now operate as normal. If it does not get the DCC
accessory thrown message, then the LED will stop flashing after 10 seconds and
the cell will return to inactive state.

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Appendix F Interlocking with Railroad & Co

Traincontroller assumes that it has total control over all switches and routes on a
layout. Sometimes it is desirable to allow manual control and allow the operator to
set manual paths for shunting operations using the DTM30 to change switches in a
terminus, goods yard or through station.
If TrainController is not locked out the relevant area of the layout, there is a risk of it
changing switches under a manual train movement or even worse setting a route and
taking a train into the area when the operator wants to have complete control.
In addition TrainController has some unusual features that can surprise the operator.
TrainController reserves an unreserved block for a train irrespective of its occupancy
state. Imagine you have moved a train manually into platform 4. The track indicators
show occupied, but because TrainController doesn't KNOW what train is in platform
4, it will try and reserve it for an incoming train. TrainController will not reserve a
block if it cannot set the route through the junction to that block.
To stop TrainController allowing a train to reserve a particular block, the block must
be disabled. Setting the red diagonal cross in the block achieves this.
To stop TrainController taking a train from a particular block, the exit in that
direction must be blocked. TrainController will still start a schedule from that block,
but the train will not try an exit the platform. By default TrainController will take a
train from an un-restricted block if there is a readily available train in an adjacent
block, all things being equal.
TrainController never triggers actions on the state of a component a second time if it
is already in that state. If TrainController has an action assigned to an occupancy
detector when it changes to occupied, TrainController will not execute that action on
receipt of an occupied message for that sensor, if TrainController thinks that
occupancy detector is already occupied.
The method used on McKinley railway to interlock TrainController with the
operators takes two forms.
The first is a token mechanism that blocks
TrainController from taking control an inopportune times by setting a route through
the approach to a yard or station. The second is a method of stopping individual
trains in the yard or station from being taken It is described is as follows.
1. A button (BUT1) linked to the DTM30 is configured as an interlock cell (see
section 5.1.6; it will send a sensor message SEN1.
2. A sensor indicator is added to the TrainController Switchboard and is linked to
the sensor message (SEN1) generated by BUT1.
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3. A simple route covering as short a distance as possible that blocks all possible
paths on a particular junction area is created in TrainController RUT1. It is
important that this route conflicts with all normal routes out though that piece of
track.
4. An operation is assigned to the TrainController sensor SEN1 to set the route
RUT1 when SEN1 becomes occupied. A second action is assigned to the sensor
SEN1 to releaser the route when the unoccupied message is received.
5. An operation is assigned to RUT1 to set a virtual switch SW1 (one that does not
exist on the layout) to Thrown when the route RUT1 is set. Another switch
message is created in the operation of RUT1 when the route is un-set to set SW1
to closed.
6. The Interlock cell looks for the specific switch address SW1 programmed for that
cell.
7. Two LEDs (LED1 & LED2) are wired to the display output for BUT1 that will
show red/green.
The sequence of events works like this.
1. The operator requests control of the yard by pressing BUT1. The DTM30 starts
flashing LED1 green to indicate a request to lock the section has been sent. The
DTM30 sends a sensor message SEN1.
2. TrainController receives the message and sets the occupancy of the Sensor SEN1
to occupied. This triggers an action within TrainController to set route RU1.
3. If there are no other routes set in TrainController that conflict with RU1, it is set.
This then triggers another internal action in TrainController to send a switch
message SW1 Thrown out over LocoNet. The DTM30 waits for 10 seconds to
receive the switch command SW1.
4. If the DTM30 sees switch message SW1 Thrown, it sets the state of LED1 to
permanent green.
8. If the DTM30 does not see a SW1 Thrown message within 10 seconds, it sends
the SEN1 unoccupied message to release the request within TrainController.
If LED1 is green, the operator has total control of the protected area of track and can
make as many movements as necessary without the worry of a computer controlled
train coming through at any moment.
When the operator has finished his work, he flicks the button BUT1 off and this
triggers the following sequence of events.
1. The operator requests release of the yard by pressing BUT1. The DTM30 sets the
state of LED2 to flashing red. The DTM30 sends an free (unoccupied) sensor
message SEN1.
2. TrainController receives the message and sets the state of sensor linked to SEN1
to unoccupied. This triggers an internal operation to release the route RUT1.
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3. When the route RUT1 is released it triggers an operation to send the switch
command SW1 Closed.
4. When the DTM30 sees the SW1 Closed message it sets the state of LED2 to
permanent red. 8. If the DTM30 does not see a SW1 Closed message within 10
seconds, it sends the SEN1 occupied message to reassert the lock on the block of
track.
If LED2 is red, TrainController has control of that section of the layout; If LED1 is
green, the local panel has control. If either is flashing, the interaction is still taking
place.
The configuration is designed to be resilient. If at any state the two systems become
out of sync, the throwing of the switch BUT1 a second time will ensure that both
become in sync again.
Behaviour of an Interlock Cell

To reserve a zone for manual operation, push the change interlock button;
The Interlock cell sends a sensor on message, and sets a green LED flashing.
If RR&Co can reserve the track for shunting operation it sets a known point
address to Thrown, and the DTM30 knows the track is reserved: it sets the LED
green.
If this doesnt happen within 10s, the DTM30 knows the request failed and beeps
& sets the LED red. (This is a failure condition and probably indicates a failure of
the PC to see LocoNet messages; however it must be catered for).
When the Interlock is constant Green, the DTM30 will operate points as normal in
response to pushbutton presses and route activations.
When the Interlock LED is in any other state, the DTM30 refuses to operate the
points from normal button presses.
If a long button press is used by the user, this overrides the Interlock and
operates the point normally (for emergency operations only).
When the user has finished shunting, the Interlock cell button is pressed again.
A sensor off message is sent; the Interlock LED goes flashing red.
If RR&Co releases the reserved track, it sets the point address to closed; the
LED goes Red.
If this doesnt happen within 10s, the DTM30 knows the request failed and beeps
& sets the LED green.

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1.1 Feature Overview

Signal cell: shows

Sensor Cell: lit if

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Example of panel display possible with the DTM30

1.2 User Manual Content

Feature Overview ........................................................................................................................ 2

User Manual Content .................................................................................................................. 3

Safety First! .......................................................................................................................... 4

Getting Started ...................................................................................................................... 5

Installation & Connections................................................................................................... 6

SK1: Power Connections............................................................................................................. 6

SK2-SK4: LED Drive Outputs.................................................................................................... 7

SK5-SK7: Pushbutton Switch Inputs.......................................................................................... 9

SK8, SK9: LocoNet Connections ........................................................................................... 11

LED Test Function .................................................................................................................... 12

Detailed description of DTM30 Functions.......................................................................... 13

Output Control Cells ................................................................................................................. 13

Other Pushbutton Functions ..................................................................................................... 25

Operating Modes ....................................................................................................................... 26

PC Programming using LocoAnalyse................................................................................. 28

DTM30 Editing Form................................................................................................................ 28

DTM30 Cell Editing dialog ....................................................................................................... 31

DTM30 Route Editing Form ..................................................................................................... 35

DTM30 Configuration Variables (CVs).............................................................................. 36

Appendix A LocoNet Interrogation Sequence........................................................................ 37

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Appendix C Upgrades for DTM16 rev B Products .................................................................... 40

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4. Installation & Connections

No connection should be made to the factory configuration port, SK10.

Figure 4.1: DTM30 Interconnections

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SK1: 2 pin screw terminal

Connect to programming track for

We recommend a DC power feed to the board. In normal use, SK1 is connected to

4.2 SK2-SK4: LED Drive Outputs

ribbon cable wire number

DO NOT CONNECT THE COMMON RETURNS TOGETHER! LED1,2

The red stripe must be by the

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4.3 SK5-SK7: Pushbutton Switch Inputs

For example the first 4 cells would be wired as follows:

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DO NOT CONNECT THE COMMON RETURNS TOGETHER! SW1,2 common

4.4 SK8, SK9: LocoNet Connections

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(JP1 is located adjacent to power connector SK1)

4.6 LED Test Function

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