DCS240
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Command Station:
Digitrax: DCS240 |
This item has been replaced by DCS240+ |
Summary: The DCS240 Advanced Command Station lets your LocoNet System run up to 400 locos and 400 throttles. This command station has full read/write programming, route capability, USB connectivity, and the separate programming output allows trains to run on mainline while another decoder is being programmed individually on a separate track.
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| General information | |
| Manufacturer | Digitrax
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| MSRP | 390.00 USD397.02 EUR <br />347.37 GBP <br />589.41 AUD <br />526.15 CAD <br /> |
| Compare Prices | Latest Prices |
| Product information
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| Product URL | External Product Link |
| Product Manual URL | External Product Link |
| Year Released | 06/2016 |
| Year EOL | 2022 |
| Has computer interface |
USB 2.0 |
| Firmware Upgrade Possible |
Yes |
| Predecessor | DCS100 |
| Successor | DCS240+ |
| Details
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| Integrated Throttle | None |
| Throttle Network | LocoNet |
| Separate Programming Track |
Yes |
| DCC Features
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| Extended Addressing | Yes |
| CV Readback | No |
| Supported Consisting Methods |
Advanced, Universal |
| Speed Steps | 28/128 |
| Functions | 30 |
| Zero Stretching | Yes |
| Speed Steps | 28/128 |
| Booster | |
| Max Current | 8 |
| Continuous Current | 8 |
| Input Power Waveform | DC |
Description
Important: This command station only accepts DC power from a power supply. Digitrax recommends their PS514 or equivalent power supply.
Features
- 5 or 8 Amps, depends on power supply and connection
- 400 Loco Addresses / 400 Throttles Supported.
- Auto reset over temperature and short circuit protection
- Hardware EZ routes and Loco Reset
- Integrated USB for Computer Support
- Over-Voltage Protected
- Auto shutdown when command control signal is lost to prevent “runaway” trains
For access to the Expanded Slots, a DT402 throttle with the most recent software version is required.
DCS240 FAQs
- Connection Issues with Digitrax Command Station USB Port
- Digitrax Consisting and Expanded Slots
- Reset Digitrax Command Station