Project to build a DCC computer control system that will allow completely autonomous operation of simple to complex layouts with train behaviors written in a scripting language.
For hardware a Raspberry Pi is used as the "command station" component, with both the Booster and RailCom components based on custom boards managed by Arduino/AVR microcontrollers.
See the Wiki for more information and documentation.
For the same reason that some modellers enjoy kit or scratch-building their models or scenery instead of using ready-to-run items.
| App | Pi | Motorshield | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| RailCom | #17 | PWM A | |
| DCC | #18 | DIR A | Oscilloscope Ch.B |
| Debug | #19 | Oscilloscope Ch.A | |
| 5.0V | 5V | ||
| GND | GND | ||
| A+ | Track* | ||
| A- | Track* |
* do not connect Oscilloscope to Track and Pi at the same time