CS-105 - Revision history

BobbyL at 19:56, 31 March 2026

2026-03-31T19:56:05Z

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	[[Category:LCC Device]]		[[Category:LCC Device]]

	{{Infobox ~~Product~~		{{Infobox product
	\| Manufacturer=Train Control Systems		\| Manufacturer=Train Control Systems
	\| Type=Command Station		\| Type=Command Station

BobbyL at 19:55, 31 March 2026

2026-03-31T19:55:49Z

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	{{Infobox ~~throttle~~		{{Infobox Product
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	\| Type=Command Station		\| Type=Command Station

Stuart: Add Auxiliary Bus.

2025-10-20T21:33:34Z

Add Auxiliary Bus.

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	In addition to LCC over WiFi, the CS-105 supports LCC over CAN using the dual RJ-45 sockets. In order to perform well electrically, CAN requires a linear topology. Short stubs may be used, but should ideally be used sparingly and kept under 6 feet or 2 meters. If you are using other wired LCC devices, a terminator is required at each end of the LCC CAN bus. Two of these terminators are included with the system. It is easy to know if a LCC CAN bus has been properly terminated, because there will be no unused RJ-45 sockets.		In addition to LCC over WiFi, the CS-105 supports LCC over CAN using the dual RJ-45 sockets. In order to perform well electrically, CAN requires a linear topology. Short stubs may be used, but should ideally be used sparingly and kept under 6 feet or 2 meters. If you are using other wired LCC devices, a terminator is required at each end of the LCC CAN bus. Two of these terminators are included with the system. It is easy to know if a LCC CAN bus has been properly terminated, because there will be no unused RJ-45 sockets.
	[[File:Simple LCC Network.png\|center\|frameless\|698x698px]]		[[File:Simple LCC Network.png\|center\|frameless\|698x698px]]
	''NOTE: The CS-105 supplies power to the LCC cable, up to 400 mA in each direction. If your LCC nwtwork requires more power, add-on power supplies such as those offered by [https://www.rr-cirkits.com/ RR CirKits], or the [https://www.tcsdcc.com/shop?Category=Fascia+Panels Throttle Panels] or [https://www.tcsdcc.com/product-page/booster-adapter Booster Adapter] offered by TCS can supplement the power demands.''		''NOTE: The CS-105 supplies power to the LCC cable, up to 400 mA in each direction. If your LCC nwtwork requires more power, add-on power supplies such as those offered by [https://www.rr-cirkits.com/ RR CirKits], or the [https://www.tcsdcc.com/shop?Category=Fascia+Panels Throttle Panels] or [https://www.tcsdcc.com/product-page/booster-adapter Booster Adapter] offered by TCS can supplement the power demands.''

			= Auxiliary Bus =
			The CS-105 supports various auxiliary protocols such as [[Cab Bus]] and [[XpressNet]]. More information about using the Auxiliary Bus can be found [[CS-105 Auxiliary Bus\|here]].

	=Internal Locomotive and Consist Roster=		=Internal Locomotive and Consist Roster=

TCSSoftware at 20:42, 22 December 2024

2024-12-22T20:42:33Z

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	These options are available as F101/F102 under Menu > Operations > Loco Functions on TCS throttles. When changing these settings, the MU switch will be adjusted in the Roster Settings, and persisted across power cycles.		These options are available as F101/F102 under Menu > Operations > Loco Functions on TCS throttles. When changing these settings, the MU switch will be adjusted in the Roster Settings, and persisted across power cycles.

	== Consist, Roster, & Macro Database Backup ==		==Consist, Roster, & Macro Database Backup==
	The Consists, Locomotive Roster entries, and Macros stored in your CS-105 can be backed up or loaded in from a previous backup using JMRI. For instructions, refer to the [[CS-105 Database Backup]] page		The Consists, Locomotive Roster entries, and Macros stored in your CS-105 can be backed up or loaded in from a previous backup using JMRI. For instructions, refer to the [[CS-105 Database Backup]] page

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	===Macros===		===Macros===
	The CS-105 can be set up to use and control Macros. These macros could be a sequence of turnout throws on accessory decoders in order to set a route, or events that occur from a particular trigger. Macros and Macro Configuration are described in detail in ~~supplementary documentation which can be found on~~ the ~~TCS website~~.		The CS-105 can be set up to use and control Macros. These macros could be a sequence of turnout throws on accessory decoders in order to set a route, or events that occur from a particular trigger. Macros and Macro Configuration are described in detail in the [[Command Station Macros]] page.

	Also see our supplementary article for [[DCC Turnout Creation in JMRI With TCS Command Stations]].		Also see our supplementary article for [[DCC Turnout Creation in JMRI With TCS Command Stations]].
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	Note: Passwords are not saved in the backup for security reasons.		Note: Passwords are not saved in the backup for security reasons.

	Note: The locomotive Roster, Macros, and Consists are not saved to the backup. ~~There will be~~ a ~~separate mechanism developed for backing up the~~ CS-~~105’s internal database~~.		Note: The locomotive Roster, Macros, and Consists are not saved to the backup. To back up Roster, Macros and Consists, do a [[CS-105 Database Backup]].

	=Updating the CS-105 Software Version=		=Updating the CS-105 Software Version=

JosephR: /* Configuration */

2024-09-05T17:47:31Z

Configuration

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	After you make a selection, all four LEDs will blink as many times as your selection, then after three such confirmations, the selected action will be performed and the CS will reboot.		After you make a selection, all four LEDs will blink as many times as your selection, then after three such confirmations, the selected action will be performed and the CS will reboot.

	====1 - ~~Secure~~ AP Configuration Mode Entry====		====1 - Open AP Configuration Mode Entry====
	This action is selected by a '''long press, then 1x short ~~press~~.'''		This action is selected by a '''long press, then 1x short presses.'''

	The CS-105 will reboot and start up in WiFi Access Point Mode using ~~WPA2~~ security ~~with the currently configured password (default is LAYOUTWIFI with password 123456789)~~.		The CS-105 will reboot and start up in WiFi Access Point Mode using no security.

	~~====2 - Open AP Configuration Mode Entry====~~		'''Warning:''' In this mode, the CS-105 is not secure. In this mode, it is relatively easy for anyone to connect to the CS-105 with any WiFi device, intentionally or unintentionally. This mode is not recommended for prolonged use. This mode is primarily designed to allow you to recover the system and access the configurations for the WiFi in the event that you lose or forget your WiFi Password.
	~~This action is selected by a~~ '''~~long press, then 2x short presses.~~'''

	~~The CS~~-~~105 will reboot and start up in WiFi Access Point~~ Mode ~~using no security~~.		====2 - Secure AP Configuration Mode Entry====
			This action is selected by a '''long press, then 2x short press.'''

	~~'''Warning:''' In this mode, the CS-105 is not secure. In this mode, it is relatively easy for anyone to connect to the~~ CS-105 ~~with any WiFi device, intentionally or unintentionally. This mode is not recommended for prolonged use. This mode is primarily designed to allow you to recover the system~~ and ~~access the configurations for the~~ WiFi in the ~~event that you lose or forget your WiFi Password~~.		The CS-105 will reboot and start up in WiFi Access Point Mode using WPA2 security with the currently configured password (default is LAYOUTWIFI with password 123456789).

	====3 - WiFi Client Mode====		====3 - WiFi Client Mode====

Dan Mycio: added linking to release notes, lcc event ids, and database backup

2024-07-12T01:05:23Z

added linking to release notes, lcc event ids, and database backup

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	'''Easily Updatable'''		'''Easily Updatable'''

	Field-update your software to add new features to your command station from the comfort of your own home. And don't worry, you won't lose your settings or your roster!		Field-update your software to add new features to your command station from the comfort of your own home. And don't worry, you won't lose your settings or your roster! Please refer to the [[CS-105 Release Notes]] page for details on what is new and improved in recent updates.

	==Specifications==		==Specifications==
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	Please refer to our online documentation on the TCS Wiki for more information on RailCom, including prerequisites, configuration options, and hardware support within TCS’ product lines. [[Support - RailCom®]]		Please refer to our online documentation on the TCS Wiki for more information on RailCom, including prerequisites, configuration options, and hardware support within TCS’ product lines. [[Support - RailCom®]]

	=== CS-105 RailCom® Settings ===		===CS-105 RailCom® Settings===
	The CS-105 has the following configuration options regarding RailCom:		The CS-105 has the following configuration options regarding RailCom:

	# RailCom Cutout This setting effectively will control if RailCom is On or Off. This setting controls whether or not the RailCom cutout will be created by the CS-105 and included in the DCC packet stream. This setting affects both the signal sent out on the Track A/B connector as well as the signal sent over the LCC cable (if enabled). Options: '''Enabled''' / Disabled		#RailCom Cutout This setting effectively will control if RailCom is On or Off. This setting controls whether or not the RailCom cutout will be created by the CS-105 and included in the DCC packet stream. This setting affects both the signal sent out on the Track A/B connector as well as the signal sent over the LCC cable (if enabled). Options: '''Enabled''' / Disabled
	# Post-RailCom Synchronization - Enabled/Disabled Some DCC systems and decoders, particularly older ones, require a special bit pattern following the RailCom cutout in order to resynchronize to the DCC data signal. If enabled, this special bit pattern is used. Options: '''Enabled''' / Disabled		#Post-RailCom Synchronization - Enabled/Disabled Some DCC systems and decoders, particularly older ones, require a special bit pattern following the RailCom cutout in order to resynchronize to the DCC data signal. If enabled, this special bit pattern is used. Options: '''Enabled''' / Disabled

	=LCC Connections (CAN-Bus)=		=LCC Connections (CAN-Bus)=
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	These options are available as F101/F102 under Menu > Operations > Loco Functions on TCS throttles. When changing these settings, the MU switch will be adjusted in the Roster Settings, and persisted across power cycles.		These options are available as F101/F102 under Menu > Operations > Loco Functions on TCS throttles. When changing these settings, the MU switch will be adjusted in the Roster Settings, and persisted across power cycles.

			== Consist, Roster, & Macro Database Backup ==
			The Consists, Locomotive Roster entries, and Macros stored in your CS-105 can be backed up or loaded in from a previous backup using JMRI. For instructions, refer to the [[CS-105 Database Backup]] page

	=Operating Trains=		=Operating Trains=
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	===Push Button Track Power On/Off===		===Push Button Track Power On/Off===
	Pressing the push button on the CS-105 briefly will turn off (disable) track power. This acts on the entire layout, including auxiliary boosters. Press the button again to turn on (enable) track power. LED1 will be constant off when track power is disabled. When track power is enabled, LED1 will be on.		Pressing the push button on the CS-105 briefly will turn off (disable) track power. This acts on the entire layout, including auxiliary boosters. Press the button again to turn on (enable) track power. LED1 will be constant off when track power is disabled. When track power is enabled, LED1 will be on.

			Changes to the track power status, be it from a throttle, button press, or short circuit, will be reported over LCC. See [[LCC Events Information]] for more details.

	===Push Button Configuration Mode===		===Push Button Configuration Mode===

TCSDanM: /* RailCom® */

2023-11-20T21:42:48Z

RailCom®

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	Please refer to our online documentation on the TCS Wiki for more information on RailCom, including prerequisites, configuration options, and hardware support within TCS’ product lines. [[Support - RailCom®]]		Please refer to our online documentation on the TCS Wiki for more information on RailCom, including prerequisites, configuration options, and hardware support within TCS’ product lines. [[Support - RailCom®]]

	~~<br~~ />		=== CS-105 RailCom® Settings ===
			The CS-105 has the following configuration options regarding RailCom:

			# RailCom Cutout This setting effectively will control if RailCom is On or Off. This setting controls whether or not the RailCom cutout will be created by the CS-105 and included in the DCC packet stream. This setting affects both the signal sent out on the Track A/B connector as well as the signal sent over the LCC cable (if enabled). Options: '''Enabled''' / Disabled
			# Post-RailCom Synchronization - Enabled/Disabled Some DCC systems and decoders, particularly older ones, require a special bit pattern following the RailCom cutout in order to resynchronize to the DCC data signal. If enabled, this special bit pattern is used. Options: '''Enabled''' / Disabled

	=LCC Connections (CAN-Bus)=		=LCC Connections (CAN-Bus)=

Dan Mycio at 16:05, 12 October 2023

2023-10-12T16:05:54Z

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	*Up to 10 LCC WiFi throttles through Client (Router) connection		*Up to 10 LCC WiFi throttles through Client (Router) connection
	*Up to 250 LCC WiFi throttles via LCC Hub ([https://www.jmri.org/help/en/html/hardware/can/index.shtml available in JMRI])		*Up to 250 LCC WiFi throttles via LCC Hub ([https://www.jmri.org/help/en/html/hardware/can/index.shtml available in JMRI])
	*Up to 62 Cab Bus (NCE wired and wireless, Ramtraxx, and SystemOne) throttles and accessories via "AUX Cabs" RJ-11 jack Support includes ISE ProtoThrottle™ and WifiTrax WFD-30/31. WFD's can be added to the CS-105 to connect cellphones and tablets using the WiThrottle Protocol.		*Up to 62 Cab Bus (NCE wired and wireless, Ramtraxx, and SystemOne) throttles and accessories via "AUX Cabs" RJ-11 jack Support includes ISE ProtoThrottle™ and WifiTrax WFD-30/31. WFD's can be added to the CS-105 to connect cellphones and tablets using the WiThrottle Protocol.
	*Up to 31 XpressNet™ (Lenz, Roco, ZTC, etc.) throttles and accessories via "AUX Cabs" RJ-11 jack (starting from software version 2.0)		*Up to 31 XpressNet™ (Lenz, Roco, ZTC, etc.) throttles and accessories via "AUX Cabs" RJ-11 jack (starting from software version 2.0)

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	In order to create a new database entry for a locomotive, you first need to use a throttle to enter its address. After entering the address of the new locomotive on the throttle, it will appear in the system’s operational memory, the list under “Select Loco”, and the packet handler stack. This entry will exist only until the system powers down, whether or not it is ever given any commands. The persistent storage is only used when some settings of the locomotive are changed. There are a few ways to do this.		In order to create a new database entry for a locomotive, you first need to use a throttle to enter its address. After entering the address of the new locomotive on the throttle, it will appear in the system’s operational memory, the list under “Select Loco”, and the packet handler stack. This entry will exist only until the system powers down, whether or not it is ever given any commands. The persistent storage is only used when some settings of the locomotive are changed. There are a few ways to do this.

	===~~Throttle~~ Configuration===		===Roster Configuration Using TCS Throttles===
	Through a TCS throttle such as the UWT-100, you can view and modify roster data for any locomotive at any time. After selecting the address you would like to modify, enter the menu, then navigate to 8 Settings > 3 Roster Settings. The throttle may take a few moments to download the contents of the roster file from the command station.		Through a TCS throttle such as the UWT-100, you can view and modify roster data for any locomotive at any time. After selecting the address you would like to modify, enter the menu, then navigate to 8 Settings > 3 Roster Settings. The throttle may take a few moments to download the contents of the roster file from the command station.

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	Note: F0 Behavior is covered in greater detail in the Consist Configuration section of this documentation.		Note: F0 Behavior is covered in greater detail in the Consist Configuration section of this documentation.

	===JMRI ~~Configuration~~===		===Roster Configuration Using JMRI===
	Once you have set up a JMRI connection to your CS-105, you can view and modify the internal roster data through a DecoderPro or PanelPro interface for any locomotive at any time. After launching either program, select the LCC dropdown from the menu, then select Configure Nodes. A new window will appear which displays all of the “nodes” in your LCC network, which will include trains and consists in the operational memory of the system, as well as any connected LCC throttles, boosters, and other LCC accessories.		Once you have set up a JMRI connection to your CS-105, you can view and modify the internal roster data through a DecoderPro or PanelPro interface for any locomotive at any time. After launching either program, select the LCC dropdown from the menu, then select Configure Nodes. A new window will appear which displays all of the “nodes” in your LCC network, which will include trains and consists in the operational memory of the system, as well as any connected LCC throttles, boosters, and other LCC accessories.

Dan Mycio at 16:22, 3 October 2023

2023-10-03T16:22:14Z

TCSSoftware: /* NMRA Layout Command Control (LCC) Features */

2023-09-24T13:44:05Z

NMRA Layout Command Control (LCC) Features

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	*Dual RJ-45 jack for LCC communication through CAN-bus		*Dual RJ-45 jack for LCC communication through CAN-bus
	*400mA output current per LCC port		*400mA output current per LCC port (on pin 8)
	*Built-in WiFi LCC computer interface		*Built-in WiFi LCC computer interface
	*Plain English configuration via TCS throttles or a PC		*Plain English configuration via TCS throttles or a PC
	*Supports various DCC boosters connected via LCC cable		*Supports various DCC boosters connected via LCC cable (up to 400 mA current available for driving boosters on pin 4/5 of the LCC port)
	*Global RailCom® transmissions over LCC for supporting Boosters		*Global RailCom® transmissions over LCC for supporting Boosters
	*Firmware updates via WiFi or LCC interface		*Firmware updates via WiFi or LCC interface

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	*Up to 4 LCC WiFi throttles via on-board WiFi Access Point (AP)		*Up to 4 LCC WiFi throttles via on-board WiFi Access Point (AP)
	*Up to 10 LCC WiFi throttles ~~via external WiFi Access Point~~ (Router)		*Up to 10 LCC WiFi throttles through Client (Router) connection
	*Up to 250 LCC throttles~~, wired or~~ via ~~auxiliary~~ LCC ~~WiFi base stations~~		*Up to 250 LCC WiFi throttles via LCC Hub ([https://www.jmri.org/help/en/html/hardware/can/index.shtml available in JMRI])
	*Up to 62 Cab Bus (NCE wired and wireless, Ramtraxx, and SystemOne) throttles and accessories via AUX Cabs RJ-11 jack~~, including~~ ISE ProtoThrottle™ and WifiTrax WFD-30/31 WiThrottle Protocol ~~Bridge~~		*Up to 62 Cab Bus (NCE wired and wireless, Ramtraxx, and SystemOne) throttles and accessories via "AUX Cabs" RJ-11 jack Support includes ISE ProtoThrottle™ and WifiTrax WFD-30/31. WFD's can be added to the CS-105 to connect cellphones and tablets using the WiThrottle Protocol.
	*Up to 31 XpressNet™ (Lenz, Roco, ZTC, etc.) throttles and accessories via AUX Cabs RJ-11 jack (starting from software version 2.0)		*Up to 31 XpressNet™ (Lenz, Roco, ZTC, etc.) throttles and accessories via "AUX Cabs" RJ-11 jack (starting from software version 2.0)

	For more information about throttle capacity, please see [[CS-105 Throttle and Device Capacity]].		'''For more information about throttle capacity, please see [[CS-105 Throttle and Device Capacity]].'''

	For more information on the behaviour of your NCE throttle(s) when using the Aux Cab bus, please see [[Cab Bus]].		'''For more information on the behaviour of your NCE throttle(s) when using the Aux Cab bus, please see [[Cab Bus]].'''

	For more information on the behaviour of your Lenz throttle(s) when using the Aux Cab bus, please see [[XpressNet]].		'''For more information on the behaviour of your Lenz throttle(s) when using the Aux Cab bus, please see [[XpressNet]].'''

	WiThrottle™ and Engine Driver throttles can be connected to the CS-105 by using the WiThrottle Protocol server in JMRI or by using the WFD-30/31 modules from WiFiTrax connected through the AUX Cabs connector in "Cab Bus" (NCE/Ramtraxx/SystemOne) mode.		WiThrottle™ and Engine Driver throttles can be connected to the CS-105 by using the WiThrottle Protocol server in JMRI or by using the WFD-30/31 modules from WiFiTrax connected through the AUX Cabs connector in "Cab Bus" (NCE/Ramtraxx/SystemOne) mode.
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	*Built-in WiFi LCC computer interface		*Built-in WiFi LCC computer interface
	*Plain English configuration via TCS throttles or a PC		*Plain English configuration via TCS throttles or a PC
	*Supports various DCC boosters connected via LCC cable (up to 400 mA current available for driving boosters on pin 4/5 of the LCC port)		*Supports various DCC boosters connected via LCC cable (up to 400 mA current available for driving boosters on pin 4/5 of the LCC port)
	*Global RailCom® transmissions over LCC for supporting Boosters		*Global RailCom® transmissions over LCC for supporting Boosters
	*Firmware updates via WiFi or LCC interface		*Firmware updates via WiFi or LCC interface