TRAIN CONTROL SYSTEMS UWT-100 QUICK START GUIDE
UWT-100 Quick Start Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents 2 Getting Started Connecting to WiFi 3 3 Connection Issues Troubleshooting the WiFi Troubleshooting the Server Troubleshooting LNWI 4 4 4 5 Using the UWT-100 Power On/Off Menu Navigation The “Help” Button The “Help” Button on the Drive Window Programmable Buttons 6 6 6 7 7 7 Operations (Drive Window) Select A Locomotive Using Loco Functions Reverse Direction Chan
Getting Started The UWT-100 is powered using two “AA” batteries. Many battery chemistries can be used, including Alkaline, NiCd, NiMH, Lithium, etc. 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. Once two “AA” batteries have been installed, press any button and hold for 3 seconds to “wake up” the UWT-100.
Connection Issues There are two network connections the throttle must make in order to communicate to your command station: WiFi and Server. WiFi - The WiFi connection is your router or WiFi device. Server - The server is the host which communicates and translates between your command station and throttle. Pro Tip: Digitrax LNWI and MRC WiFi modules function as both the WiFi and the Server simultaneously. Please refer to the steps below to troubleshoot your connection.
Solutions for server issues: 1. Reboot the computer running JMRI, turn JMRI and command station on, and restart the WiThrottle server. Once complete, select menu option “Try Again.” 2. Use the menu options labeled “Auto-detect LCC/WT” or “Change LCC/ WT Mode” and select “WiThrottle Protocol” - an asterisk (*) will appear next to the current mode. 3. mDNS is a WiFi protocol which is used to automatically load the IP address and Port number of a server connection.
Using the UWT-100 Power On/Off To turn on the UWT-100, press and hold any button on the keypad for 3 seconds, followed by button 2 to power up the throttle. If you would like to access the bootloader mode for firmware updating, press button 7 instead of 2. If left idle, the throttle will automatically shutdown on its own after a user-configurable timeout. The default is 15 minutes. You may choose to shut down the throttle at any time via the main menu.
A scroll bar will appear on the right side of the screen if more text is available. Scroll up or down to see additional text by using the thumbwheel or the chevron keys. The Single Chevron keys will navigate one line at a time, and the Double Chevron keys will navigate one page. The “Help” Button on the Drive Window Pressing the ? button on the drive window will bring up the “Function Help” screen. This screen displays all available function buttons, what they do, and their status (on/off).
Operations (Drive Window) The Drive Window provides an overview of your currently selected locomotive and other important status indicators. When no locomotive is selected, an “E” will be displayed in the top left which stands for “Empty”. If you had previously acquired a locomotive address prior to powering down, the throttle will attempt to re-acquire it. In order to operate a locomotive, use the Select Locomotive button .
Reverse Direction The direction of the locomotive is indicated by the arrow displayed under the cab number. The upward facing arrow indicates the unit will travel in it’s forward direction, and the downward facing arrow indicates it will travel in reverse. Users may change the direction of the unit by using the Reverse Direction key directly below the thumb wheel.
Resets and Troubleshooting In the event that your UWT-100 encounters software issues or becomes unresponsive, please follow the instructions below to reset the throttle. Option 1: Remove Batteries 99% of crashes can be fixed by simply removing the batteries. This will power down the throttle. Simply replace the batteries and power up normally.
Safety and Regulatory Information Train Control Systems Inc. 845 Blooming Glen Rd, Blooming Glen, PA 18911 USA https://tcsdcc.com/contact Model: UWT-100 FCC ID: 2AUJ6-UWT100 IC: 25442-UWT100 CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) SAR (CE/AU/NZ): Measured Value: 0.204 W/kg (Limit 2.0 W/kg) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
UWT-100 DIAGRAM
