DCS240

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Digitrax: 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

MSRP 390.00 USD397.02 EUR <br />347.37 GBP <br />589.41 AUD <br />526.15 CAD <br />
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Product information

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

Integrated Throttle None
Throttle Network LocoNet
Separate
Programming Track
Yes
DCC Features

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

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