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	If multiple connection modes are available on your network, you will be prompted to choose your desired connection mode from a list. You may change your connection mode at any time from the “Network Options” menu. Once a successful WiFi connection is made, the main Drive Window will appear and you may continue to operate.		If multiple connection modes are available on your network, you will be prompted to choose your desired connection mode from a list. You may change your connection mode at any time from the “Network Options” menu. Once a successful WiFi connection is made, the main Drive Window will appear and you may continue to operate.

	===~~[[UWT-100 DCC System Compatibility\|~~Connecting to a DCC System]]===		===Connecting to a DCC System===
	The UWT can be used with many existing DCC systems. Consult our [[~~UWT~~-~~100~~ DCC System Compatibility\|DCC System Compatibility Guide]] to learn how to connect your UWT to any DCC system.		The UWT can be used with many existing DCC systems. Consult our [[Universal WiFi Throttle - DCC System Compatibility\|DCC System Compatibility Guide]] to learn how to connect your UWT to any DCC system.

	===~~[[UWT-100~~ Connection Issues~~\|Connection Issues]]~~===		===Connection Issues===
	There are two network connections the throttle must make in order to communicate to your command station: a WiFi connection and a Server connection.		There are two network connections the throttle must make in order to communicate to your command station: a WiFi connection and a Server connection.

	Please refer to the [[~~UWT~~-~~100~~ Connection Issues]] ~~section~~ for solutions to common issues.		Please refer to the [[Universal WiFi Throttle - Connection Issues\|Connection Issues]] page for solutions to common issues.

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==Getting Started==

===Installing Batteries===
The UWT-100 is powered using two “AA” batteries. Many battery chemistries can be used, including Alkaline, NiCd, NiMH, and Lithium. The two AA batteries must be installed into the battery holder in the correct orientation in order to power up the throttle. The required polarity of the batteries is indicated within the battery holder. To ensure the battery door is properly secured, press down firmly until you hear a “click.” Once two “AA” batteries have been installed, press and hold any button for 3 seconds to turn on the UWT-100. Once the unit is on, press button 2 to complete the startup process.

''Tip: Pressing button 7 at this time will startup the throttle in bootloader mode. Pressing any other button besides 2 or 7 will cancel the startup and power the unit down.''

===First-Time Setup===
When you turn on the throttle for the first time, you will be guided through a quick first-time setup process which includes a quick tutorial. This setup process will enable you to establish an initial WiFi connection. If you would prefer not to use the guide, you may press “Skip.” Otherwise, press “Next” until a scan for WiFi networks is initiated. Once the scan is complete, the throttle will display a list of available WiFi networks. Select your desired network from the list and enter the password if necessary. For help with entering text for your password, please refer to the “Text Entry” section of this guide.

''Tip: Digitrax LNWI devices start with a standard prefix. Find “Dtx1-LnServer_(...)” in your network list to connect to your LNWI. For other devices, refer to your manufacturer's manual for information on the default WiFi name.''

Once a successful WiFi connection is made, the main Drive Window will appear and you may begin to operate with your UWT-100. Please refer to the “Connection Issues” section of this guide if you experience issues establishing a WiFi or Server connection.

Note: The UWT-100 comes pre-loaded with a single WiFi connection set up, which matches the TCS Command Station, meaning that they will connect to one-another without any additional setup.

===Adding a WiFi Network===
Once you have successfully connected to a WiFi network, the UWT-100 will attempt to connect to it’s last known WiFi network on startup. If you are in a new location or no known WiFi networks are present in your location, the throttle will display a “No WiFi Found” screen. In order to connect to a new WiFi network, select option 2 “Add New WiFi” which will call up a list of methods for adding a new WiFi connection. This option is also accessible from the menu at any time by navigating to Menu>6 Network Options>3 Add Network

It is recommended that you use Option 1 “Scan for WiFi” to find your WiFi network - this may be a WiFi router connected to your JMRI, an LNWI, or other device. Once the scan is complete, the throttle will display a list of available WiFi networks. Select your desired network from the list and enter the password if necessary.

If multiple connection modes are available on your network, you will be prompted to choose your desired connection mode from a list. You may change your connection mode at any time from the “Network Options” menu. Once a successful WiFi connection is made, the main Drive Window will appear and you may continue to operate with your UWT-100.

===[[UWT-100 DCC System Compatibility|Connecting to a DCC System]]===
The UWT-100 can be used with many existing DCC systems. Consult our [[UWT-100 DCC System Compatibility|DCC System Compatibility Guide]] to learn how to connect your UWT-100 to any DCC system.

===[[UWT-100 Connection Issues|Connection Issues]]===
There are two network connections the throttle must make in order to communicate to your command station: a WiFi connection and a Server connection.

Please refer to the [[UWT-100 Connection Issues]] section for solutions to common issues.

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	===Installing Batteries===		===Installing Batteries===
	The ~~UWT-100~~ is powered using two “AA” batteries. Many battery chemistries can be used, including Alkaline, NiCd, NiMH, and Lithium. The two AA batteries must be installed into the battery holder in the correct orientation in order to power up the throttle. The required polarity of the batteries is indicated within the battery holder. To ensure the battery door is properly secured, press down firmly until you hear a “click.” Once two “AA” batteries have been installed, press and hold any button for 3 seconds to turn on the ~~UWT-100~~. Once the unit is on, press button 2 to complete the startup process.		The Universal Wifi Throttle is powered using two “AA” batteries. Many battery chemistries can be used, including Alkaline, NiCd, NiMH, and Lithium. The two AA batteries must be installed into the battery holder in the correct orientation in order to power up the throttle. The required polarity of the batteries is indicated within the battery holder. To ensure the battery door is properly secured, press down firmly until you hear a “click.” Once two “AA” batteries have been installed, press and hold any button for 3 seconds to turn on the throttle. Once the unit is on, press button 2 to complete the startup process.

	''Tip: Pressing button 7 at this time will startup the throttle in bootloader mode. Pressing any other button besides 2 or 7 will cancel the startup and power the unit down.''		''Tip: Pressing button 7 at this time will startup the throttle in bootloader mode. Pressing any other button besides 2 or 7 will cancel the startup and power the unit down.''
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	''Tip: Digitrax LNWI devices start with a standard prefix. Find “Dtx1-LnServer_(...)” in your network list to connect to your LNWI. For other devices, refer to your manufacturer's manual for information on the default WiFi name.''		''Tip: Digitrax LNWI devices start with a standard prefix. Find “Dtx1-LnServer_(...)” in your network list to connect to your LNWI. For other devices, refer to your manufacturer's manual for information on the default WiFi name.''

	Once a successful WiFi connection is made, the main Drive Window will appear and you may begin to operate ~~with your UWT-100~~. Please refer to the “Connection Issues” section of this guide if you experience issues establishing a WiFi or Server connection.		Once a successful WiFi connection is made, the main Drive Window will appear and you may begin to operate. Please refer to the “Connection Issues” section of this guide if you experience issues establishing a WiFi or Server connection.

	Note: The UWT~~-100~~ comes pre-loaded with a single WiFi connection set up, which matches the TCS Command Station, meaning that they will connect to one-another without any additional setup.		Note: The UWT comes pre-loaded with a single WiFi connection set up, which matches the TCS Command Station, meaning that they will connect to one-another without any additional setup.

	===Adding a WiFi Network===		===Adding a WiFi Network===
	Once you have successfully connected to a WiFi network, the UWT~~-100~~ will attempt to connect to it’s last known WiFi network on startup. If you are in a new location or no known WiFi networks are present in your location, the throttle will display a “No WiFi Found” screen. In order to connect to a new WiFi network, select option 2 “Add New WiFi” which will call up a list of methods for adding a new WiFi connection. This option is also accessible from the menu at any time by navigating to Menu>6 Network Options>3 Add Network		Once you have successfully connected to a WiFi network, the UWT will attempt to connect to it’s last known WiFi network on startup. If you are in a new location or no known WiFi networks are present in your location, the throttle will display a “No WiFi Found” screen. In order to connect to a new WiFi network, select option 2 “Add New WiFi” which will call up a list of methods for adding a new WiFi connection. This option is also accessible from the menu at any time by navigating to Menu>6 Network Options>3 Add Network

	It is recommended that you use Option 1 “Scan for WiFi” to find your WiFi network - this may be a WiFi router connected to your JMRI, an LNWI, or other device. Once the scan is complete, the throttle will display a list of available WiFi networks. Select your desired network from the list and enter the password if necessary.		It is recommended that you use Option 1 “Scan for WiFi” to find your WiFi network - this may be a WiFi router connected to your JMRI, an LNWI, or other device. Once the scan is complete, the throttle will display a list of available WiFi networks. Select your desired network from the list and enter the password if necessary.

	If multiple connection modes are available on your network, you will be prompted to choose your desired connection mode from a list. You may change your connection mode at any time from the “Network Options” menu. Once a successful WiFi connection is made, the main Drive Window will appear and you may continue to operate ~~with your UWT-100~~.		If multiple connection modes are available on your network, you will be prompted to choose your desired connection mode from a list. You may change your connection mode at any time from the “Network Options” menu. Once a successful WiFi connection is made, the main Drive Window will appear and you may continue to operate.

	===[[UWT-100 DCC System Compatibility\|Connecting to a DCC System]]===		===[[UWT-100 DCC System Compatibility\|Connecting to a DCC System]]===
	The UWT~~-100~~ can be used with many existing DCC systems. Consult our [[UWT-100 DCC System Compatibility\|DCC System Compatibility Guide]] to learn how to connect your UWT~~-100~~ to any DCC system.		The UWT can be used with many existing DCC systems. Consult our [[UWT-100 DCC System Compatibility\|DCC System Compatibility Guide]] to learn how to connect your UWT to any DCC system.

	===[[UWT-100 Connection Issues\|Connection Issues]]===		===[[UWT-100 Connection Issues\|Connection Issues]]===