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Intellibox II 2
Intellibox II Table of Contents 1. The Digital Center Intellibox II ................................................................................... 6 1.1 Description ............................................................................................................................ 6 1.2 Quick guide ........................................................................................................................... 9 1.3 Overview of the Commands............................................
Intellibox II 5.6.5 Edit a Loco dataset................................................................................................... 56 5.6.6 FRED Hand Controller ............................................................................................. 66 6. The Switch Panel Mode............................................................................................ 69 6.1 Description .............................................................................................................
Intellibox II 10.1.4 Solenoid control.................................................................................................... 129 10.1.5 Activating a Route ................................................................................................ 131 10.1.6 Power on/off ......................................................................................................... 131 10.2 Intellibox Display Mode IRIS ...............................................................................
Intellibox II 1. The Digital Center Intellibox II The Intellibox II is not only a Digital Center, but a complete System in a Box. It has all the functions which previously one had to labouriously assembled, and with all that it is efficient and compact. With the Intellibox II it does not matter whether you control your digital model railway in Motorola, DCC or Selektrix format.
Intellibox II Large Locomotive Database The empty locomotive data base can store one’s own locomotive data records. Data entered can be address, name, data format, symbols for special functions and the setting for the maximum speed in km/h. Locomotive Position Indication In conjunction with the Individual Locomotive Control System “LISSY” the actual position of the locomotive can be displayed at top the display when it is called up.
Intellibox II 9999 Decoder Addresses, 128 Speed Steps Intellibox II supports all addresses and speed steps of the individual decoder makes.
Intellibox II 1.2 Quick guide Important! Please use this quick guide only in the beginning if you want to try out the Intellibox. Please read the entire manual to be fully informed about all functions and options of the device. Connecting the Cable The 16V AC from a 70 VA transformer and the Track are connected to the 6 way screw terminal plug as described in Chapter 2.
Intellibox II Switching Special functions • Press one of the Special function keys [f1] [f2] [f3] [f4] • If you press the context sensitive key beside the display you operate functions f0 to f28 on DCC decoders (see Chapter 5.4).
Intellibox II Selecting the Device Mode • Press [mode]-key • Select with the keys on the right of the Display Change Control Panel Mode Key Assignment • Press [mode]-key • Select panel with the keys on the right of the Display • [menu] + Number 1 Key + [ ] (Factory setting 1) Change Feedback Mode Key Assignment • Press [mode]-key • Select feedback with the keys on the right of the Display • [menu] + Number 1 Key + [ ] (Factory setting 1) Configure the Data format individual Decoder • [lok] + address entry
Intellibox II 2. The Intellibox II Connections The following section describes Intellibox II Connections and what must be noted when the devices are connected. 2.1 Definition of the individual Sockets Figure 2.
Intellibox II Transformer For trouble free operation a transformer of min. 52VA and 16V AC is required. With full loading we recommend the Uhlenbrock transformer 20 070 with 70VA. The transformer output potential should not exceed 18V ~. The transformer’s AC potential is connected to terminal 5 (brown) and 6 (yellow) of the 6way connecting plug.
Intellibox II For connecting the Intellibox to a computer you use a USB lead with type A and B plugs, Part No. 61070. This type of cable is also used for connecting the computer with a USB printer. The Intellibox USB interface is set to a data transmission rate of 115200 Baud. 2.5 Connecting DCC Boosters Boosters with DCC Booster interface can be connected to the DCC booster socket. Both the DCC and the Motorola data format are output. A 3-way clamp connector is provided for connecting to the device.
Intellibox II The plugs must be connected to the so that the cable on the Intellibox and the Booster 6017 go to the top and on the Booster 6015 to the bottom (as shown in the diagram). Note: If the Booster Power 4 (Part No. 63 240) is to transmit the Selectrix Format it must be connected to the Intellibox Märklin Booster socket. Figure 2.61 Connection of the flat cable Tip: The Märklin Booster outputs the DCC Format when Special option 901 is set to “3“ (Setting see Chapter 4.
Intellibox II The receiver is attached to the back wall of the model railway layout using the provided double sided adhesive pad. As shown in the sketch, the area between the receiver and the transmitter must be free from obstacles. For trouble-free operation, the receiver must always “see” the transmitter so that trouble free operation is possible. The most sensitive direction of the receiver is perpendicular to the center of the cover dome to the rear wall of the receiver.
Intellibox II 3. The Operating Elements 3.1 Overview of the Operating Elements A. Backlit LCD with associated display keys with information about locomotive address or B. C. D. E. name, speed and driving direction and the current operating mode, e.g. in control desk mode shows turnout or signal status. The display keys are for selecting entries from the lists which are shown down the side of the display, e.g.
Intellibox II Left Controller With endless rotary control, direction switch, f0 for switching light function, 4 function keys and locomotive selection key. Right Controller With endless rotary control, direction switch, f0 for switching light function, 4 function keys and locomotive selection key. Centre Key block Telephone key pad for entering digits and characters. With special keys for easy entry of addresses and working in the individual modes.
Intellibox II The middle has information about the current operating mode, e.g. in the control desk mode the state of turnouts or signals. 3.3 The Controller Locomotives can be called and controlled by the control desk. The Intellibox has two independent integrated controllers. They are on the left and right side of the unit. Digital decoders with different data formats can be controlled simultaneously. The controllers are also operational during programming or while changing presets.
Intellibox II The [Menu]-key leads to selection or configuration menus, which belong to each device mode. In the control desk mode e.g. a new control desk is selected or a solenoid is linked with a name and a symbol. A further press of the [menu]-key returns back to the Control Desk. The [help]-key can be call context sensitive help at any time. The individual menus are always navigated with the display keys beside the left and on the right the display.
Intellibox II If an option on the left side is activated by key press, this is represented by a frame around the menu element, e.g.: The right side now shows options for this point. In this example the data format for solenoids can be set. The submenu is faded out again by another operation of the left selection key. If a selection key on the right is pressed the selection for this parameter (here the data format) is accepted and indicated left. 3.
Intellibox II When an alphanumeric key is pressed a list of characters which can be inserted appears. As is the case for mobile phones repeated pressing of the key selects characters from this list. If the key is then released for a short time or if another key is pressed the character at the cursor position is used. Here are the symbols assigned to the alphanumeric keys 0-9: Key Assignment Key Assignment 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 mno6MNOöÖ pqrs7PQRSß tuv8TUVüÜ wxyz9WXYZ (space)0 -1.
Intellibox II 4. Basic Settings Menu The Basic Setting of the Intellibox II can be changed by menu driven options and are then saved to non-volatile memory. The Basic Settings Menu is reached by pressing the [mode]-key and selecting “Basic Settings” submenu.
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Intellibox II 4.1.2 Throttle The throttle controls on the Intellibox II can be selected to operate like a DC throttle or an AC throttle. The factory default setting is “AC throttle”. AC Throttle Mode The AC Throttle Mode is set up to control locomotives like the AC transformers in 3-rail systems. Figure 4.1.2.1 Principle of an AC throttle In this operating mode the speed increases by turning the knob to the right and decreases by turning the knob to the left.
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Intellibox II 4.2 “Language” Submenu For the language of the text on the display the following languages can be selected: • German • English • French • Italian • Dutch • Swedish • Spanish • Portuguese • Danish The preset is “German“.
Intellibox II 4.3 ”Locomotive Data Format” Menu Sets the locomotive data format that will be used for decoder the first time they are called up and when an individual data format is not assigned to it. The data format you will use most should be set up here before the first time you use the Intellibox II. The preset value is the new Motorola data format.
Intellibox II Step 3 4.4 “Turnout settings” Menu Attention: Turnout decoders from Märklin and Viessmann for the Motorola data format each control four turnouts. The address selected by the DIP switch on the decoder is not identical to the turnout addresses of the turnouts connected to the decoder. All setting menus in the Intellibox II use turnout addresses and not turnout decoder addresses.
Intellibox II Step 2 Step 3 4.4.2 Switching Times The switching pulse that is generated when a control key is pressed normally lasts as long as the key is held. To ensure that the switching function still works with a very short key press and the solenoid is not damaged by a long activation the Intellibox II has a minimum and maximum switching time. The factory defaults for the switching time is 100 ms (0.1 sec.) minimum time and 5000 ms (5 sec.) for the maximum time.
Intellibox II Step 2 Step 3 4.5 “Hand Controller” Menu When an Uhlenbrock FRED hand controller is connected to Intellibox LocoNet for the first time, the center will automatically assign an internal Identification number (ID) to the FRED. The center can forward locomotive addresses to the FRED under this hand controller number. The Hand controller Menu can be used to display the assignment of the FRED number and matching ID and individual FREDs can be deleted.
Intellibox II Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 4.6 “Display” Menu The Display Menu is used to set the brightness and Contrast of the display.
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Intellibox II 4.7 “Programming Track” Menu It is possible to select whether the connections for the programming track provides only programming power or if the output automatically switches between normal digital power and programming power. Only Programming Track There is no power on the programming track output, it is only fed with programming power during read and write operations. Automatic During normal running the programming track output provides normal digital power.
Intellibox II 4.8 “Interface” Menu This menu is used to change the baud rate of the Intellibox II. The preset value is 115200 bit/s. Procedure: Step 1 Step 2 4.9 “s88 Setting” Menu Unlike in other digital centers the Intellibox II stores the feedback signals. To process this polling as fast as possible the Intellibox II needs to know how many s88 feedback modules are connected to the s88 feedback bus.
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Intellibox II 4.10 “Special Options” Menu The Intellibox II has various special options which affect the operation of the device and can differ between software versions. Each special option can be selected with an identification number. The individual special options can be obtained in a separate list for the particular software. With later software changes a file containing the relevant explanation is included in the update package.
Intellibox II Step 4 The right display keys can be used to set special option bits to 1 or 0. 4.11 “Software-Version” Menu Use this Menu item to find the serial number of your device and the Version number of the System software. Procedure: Step 1 Step 2 4.12 “Start Mode” Menu When the playing is finished the Intellibox II saves all the data. The Start Mode Menu can be used to configure which of the data will be restored at the next start.
Intellibox II auto, Speed = 0 All data from the last operation about locomotives and Multi-traction with their direction and the state of their special functions are recovered from the last use. automatic In addition to the data about direction and special functions the speed of all locomotives is restored. That way the entire operation continues on from when it was last switched off. Note: A safety question appears if all locomotives are definitely to run at their old speed. Procedure: Step 1 Step 2 4.
Intellibox II Delete The active data buffer is flushed. Subsequently all names are replaced with the relevant addresses and basic symbols are used for functions, turnouts and feedbacks. Demo Database A Demo database with preset values of names and symbols is loaded.
Intellibox II Step 4 4.14 “Reset” Menu This submenu is used to reset the Intellibox II back to factory defaults. Intellibox The entire device does a reset and start afresh like when the operating power is turned on. Configuration All changes under Basic Settings are erased. All changes to special option are reversed. The selected language remains. Locomotive Data format The entries made for individual locomotive decoder in “Change Loco Data” submenu (Chapter 5.6.5), are erased.
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Intellibox II 5. The Control Desk Locomotives can be called up and controlled with a control desk. The Intellibox has two built-in, independent from one-another control desks. They are located on the left and right side of the device control panel. Digital decoders with different data formats can be controlled simultaneously. The Control desks are also operational during programming and while changes are made to the presets. Figure 5.11 The Front view of the Intellibox 5.
Intellibox II The keys [f0] [f1] [f2] [f3] [f4] These keys switch locomotive special functions such as Light, Special lighting, Horn or Smoke unit. The [lok]-key starts the selection of the wanted locomotive for respective control desk. If a vehicle is already selected then pressing the [lok]-key twice will enter the Loco Menu. Here you can build a Multi-traction, assign locomotive to a hand controller or edit locomotive data.
Intellibox II 5.2.1 Locomotive selection If a vehicle is to be controlled with the Intellibox II it must be called under the decoder address or under the assigned name. Locomotive selection is started by pressing the [lok]-key. The display shows a list of locomotive addresses and names. The desired locomotive is selected with the selection keys. If more then 4 locomotives are available the scrollbar appears and the triangular scroll keys can be used to scroll through the list.
Intellibox II If the reversing switch is activated while the vehicle is running the vehicle will firstly stop and only then switch the direction over. It depends on the decoder data format if this causes an emergency (Motorola, DCC) or stops using the setup deceleration (Selectrix). DC Throttle Mode The DC Throttle Mode controls the locomotives as is common in the 2-rail DC systems. Figure 5.
Intellibox II 5.5 The LokPosi Display The LokPosi Display in conjunction with the LISSY System shows the position of a loco. The Intellibox II gets information from the LISSY System about which locomotive is at which position on the layout. This information about the location of a locomotive is saved by the Intellibox II. If a locomotive is called up its location is displayed in the LokPosi field. If the loco moves the indication is deleted because the locomotive has departed the last location.
Intellibox II 5.6 The Loco Menu The key sequence [lok] and [menu] or 2x [lok] calls up the Loco Menu for the currently controlled locomotive. Here you can reach following functions: • • • • • • Multi-traction Call up last locomotive Switch all functions Dispatch locomotives Edit locomotive data FRED assignment 5.6.1 Multi-traction The Intellibox II can control up to 4 locomotives together with the one controller. A locomotive can be added to a Multi-traction either by its decoder address or its name.
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Intellibox II Step 5 Deleting a Multi-traction Step 1 Step 2 50
Intellibox II Step 3 Step 4 Behaviour of Multi-traction Locomotives A Multi-traction can only be called up under the address or name of the “base locomotive”. If a traction locomotive is called under its own address Multi-traction appears in the display in place of the speed indication, but no direction indication. The direction of this locomotive can however be changed so that at the start of the Multi-traction operation all vehicles can run in the same direction.
Intellibox II Important: For trouble free operation of multiple locomotives in a Multi-traction it must be ensured that coupled locomotives have the same minimum and maximum speed. Note: The setting of the minimum and maximum speeds must be programmed into the locomotive with the appropriate parameters. Details for this are in the particular decoder manual. 5.6.2 Last called up Locomotive The Intellibox II notes the last 4 locomotives called up by a control desk.
Intellibox II Step 3 5.6.3 Controlling All Functions The Intellibox II can control function decoders which can be switched with a function address up to 32767. Directly accessible from the loco control panel are special function light (f0) and special functions f1 to f28. These special functions can be switched with symbols and by the keys beside the display. To switch the higher functions (>28) the Loco Menu must be used.
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Intellibox II Step 5 While the “All Functions” Menu is open the locomotive can be controlled by the controller as normal. The locomotive speed and direction are shown in the display. 5.6.4 Dispatching Locomotives If a vehicle that is being controlled by an Intellibox II controller is to be taken over by a controller which does not have the capability of entering the locomotive address (e.g.
Intellibox II Step 2 Step 3 The locomotive (here the “Rheingold”) is now in the dispatch buffer and can be taken by a Hand Controller. Note: The key sequence [lok] – [C] – [lok] likewise dispatches a locomotive (no Multitraction locomotives). 5.6.5 Edit a Loco dataset Every locomotive in the Intellibox II has an associated dataset.
Intellibox II Assign Symbols to Functions The list of special functions in the display can have a maximum of 28 entries (for some DCC decoders). The standard indication “F” for function can be replaced by a symbol that represents the particular function for a better oversight. For non-assigned special functions the display can be hidden. Assign a Name A name can be assigned to every locomotive address. As soon as a name is assigned for a locomotive it is shown in the display in place of the address.
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Intellibox II Step 9 Change Loco dataset Change Data format Step 1 Step 2 60
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Intellibox II Change Special function symbols For displaying the special functions various symbols are available.
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Intellibox II Step 4 Step 5 5.6.6 FRED Hand Controller With the Intellibox II up to 16 FREDs (digital Hand controller from Uhlenbrock) in extended in Mode (Controlling of up to four locomotives) can be operated. Additional FREDs can be connected in dispatch mode (Control of one locomotive) (see Chapter 5.6.4). In the factory setting the Hand controller is configured so that on the Intellibox it can be operated in extended mode.
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Intellibox II 6. The Switch Panel Mode In a digital system turnouts and signals can also be controlled with an appropriate decoder. These are assigned an individual address just like a locomotive so that the system can identify them. 6.1 Description The Intellibox II can control turnout and switch decoders with different data formats, the Motorola data format and DCC data format. Decoders of both data formats can be operated side-by-side.
Intellibox II In Switch Panel-16 Mode, groups of 16 solenoids can be set up according to one’s wishes. Each group can be assigned a name. Each solenoid is operated by one key in the key block and each key press toggles the state of the solenoid from red to green or vice-versa. Each solenoid is represented in the middle of the display with its symbol, address and individual name. How to assign a name and symbol to a solenoid address is outlined in Chapter 6.7. 6.
Intellibox II 6.4 Configuring the Switching times The switching pulse which is generated when the key is pressed normally lasts long as the key is pressed. In order to guarantee that the solenoids operates even with an extremely short key-press and that it is not damaged by a very long one the Intellibox II has a minimum and maximum switching time setting. In factory setting switching time values are a minimum of 100ms (0.1 sec.) and maximum of 5000ms (5 sec.).
Intellibox II 6.6 Setup and Edit a Switch Panel The Intellibox II can administer up to 64 different Switches. Each Switch panel can have 8 or 16 chosen solenoids, turnouts or signals, assigned to it. Each Switch Panel is given a name and can be selected with this name. Switch Panels be newly entered, edited and deleted. Note: If the switch panel was setup in Switch Panel-16 mode then only half will be represented in Switch Panel-8 mode. 6.6.
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Intellibox II 6.7 Set Name, Symbol and Data format of Solenoid addresses Every solenoid address can have a name, a symbol and an individual Data format assigned to it. If no individual data format has been assigned for the address the general data format is used. The changes can be made from the “Change Solenoid” Menu.
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Intellibox II Change Name Step 7 Save Data Step 8 80
Intellibox II 7. The Route Mode In a digital system, turnouts and signals, which are equipped with switch or solenoid decoders, can be individually switched using appropriate input devices. A particular route such as departing from a station’s track 1, usually requires that a sequence of turnouts and signals be switched. These commands can be collected together in route and switched by a single key from the Intellibox II key block or triggered by a feedback. 7.
Intellibox II Procedure: Step 1 Step 2 7.4 Switching Routes In Route mode each individual key in the Intellibox II central key block can switch a programmed route. Press the [mode]-Key to select the Route Mode. Now the 16 respective Keys in the middle key field show the routes. Figure 7.41 Display and Key block with the numbering of the keys in Route Mode By pressing one of these Keys the respective route is switched.
Intellibox II 7.5 Entering and Changing Route Groups The Intellibox can administer up to 64 different route groups. Each route group can have a collection of up 16 routes. Every route group has its own name and can be selected by this name. Route group can be newly entered, changed and deleted. 7.5.
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Intellibox II Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 7.6 Programming Routes Each route in the Intellibox II can contain up to 24 switching commands. One route can call up another route as a sub-route. If a sub-route is called it is completely processed. Then the remaining commands in the route are processed. In place of switching commands the route can also contain a Pause so that the following commands can be delayed.
Intellibox II Note: So that the route can be used it must always be given a feedback address. Otherwise all the contents of the route are invalid and will not be shown in the Menus. Attention: If a route is to be activated by the Infrared Remote Control IRIS the route’s feedback address must be entered in the IRIS. For this the route in the Intellibox II must be programmed with the feedback status “occupied”.
Intellibox II Select Route Step 4 Change the Feedback message with which the route is switched Step 5 Step 6 89
Intellibox II Change Description Step 7 Change Switching Sequence Step 8 Step 9 90
Intellibox II Enter Solenoid Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 91
Intellibox II Insert Solenoid Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 92
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Intellibox II Step 3 Step 4 Insert Pause in Seconds Step 1 Step 2 94
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Intellibox II Step 2 Step 3 Save Route Step 1 7.7 Using Routes from an External Device With the Intellibox you can also trigger routes form an external device such as those stored in an IB-Switch or IB-Control II. For this you must assign the route with a route number higher than 80. If you assign this route with the feedback message that will trigger a route in another device then the defined route in a group can be assigned to a key on the Intellibox.
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Intellibox II Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Now route 81 in a group can be assigned to a Key and in the example activates the 1. Route in the IB-Switch.
Intellibox II 7.8 Automatically activate a Route when the Intellibox starts up When the power is switched on the Intellibox II can automatically activate a route which then runs the switching sequence when the layout is turned on. For this one of the 80 routes can be assigned as the “autostart” route. In the following example this is to be route 50.
Intellibox II Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 7.9 Processing two or more Routes in succession Each route in the Intellibox contains 24 commands. If 24 commands are not enough then commands in the following route can be used. Example: More than 24 commands are required for the desired switching sequence for route 60. The inclusion of route 61 extends the command range to 48 instructions.
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Intellibox II Step 5 Step 6 If route 60 is activated now, then all instructions in route 60 are processed and immediately afterwards so are the instructions in route 61.
Intellibox II 8. The Feedback Mode If the model railway layout is to be controlled automatically (e.g. by IB-Switch or Computer control) the controller needs status signals that tell it which sections are occupied by a train. Only then can turnouts and signals be switch to the appropriate state. LocoNet Feedback Modules or s88 Feedback Modules monitor the track sections and notify Track vacant or Track occupied to the central controller.
Intellibox II 8.4 The Display In Feedback-8 mode a group of 8 feedback inputs are shown in the middle part of the display. In Feedback -16 mode the state of 16 feedback inputs can be seen. The Groups can be individually compiled and given a name. Each feedback is represented by its symbol, its address and its individual name (only in Feedback-8 Mode) in the middle part of the display.
Intellibox II 8.5 Selecting a Feedback Group Step 1 Step 2 Independently of whether the display was selected for 8 or 16, a group of 8 or 16 feedback can be called by an address which starts the sequence of 8 or 16 following addresses. Each group however can also have its own assignment. 64 different feedback groups can be saved in the Intellibox II. Each group has its own name.
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Intellibox II Editing a Feedback Group Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 109
Intellibox II Step 5 Step 6 Deleting a Feedback Group Step 1 Step 2 110
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Intellibox II Switching the Address Display on/off Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 112
Intellibox II 8.7 Setting the Name and Symbol of a Feedback A name and symbol can be assigned to each feedback address. The assignment can be made from the “Change Feedback” Menu.
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Intellibox II 8.8 Triggering Feedback Message In Feedback-8 Mode the key block can be used to send feedback messages for test purposes. When a red key is pressed the track section “occupied” message is sent. Correspondingly the green key sends a track section “vacant” message. Figure 8.81 The image shows the assignment of the key pairs for the feedbacks that are shown in the display.
Intellibox II 9. The LISSY Mode In a digital system every locomotive has its own address and can receive control commands with this address. In order to achieve automatic control of trains on a digital layout, one question is always asked, “At which point on the layout is the locomotive at any time?” If the this question can be answered by a detection system that reads the locomotive address, then nothing further prevents the implementation of an automatic system. 9.
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Intellibox II Step 2 9.5 Adding a new or Changing a Group The Intellibox II can have up to 64 different LISSY Groups. Each Group can contain any four desired LISSY Receivers. Every LISSY Group is assigned a name and that can be used to select it. LISSY Groups can be newly added, edited or deleted. 9.5.
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Intellibox II Step 4 9.6 Assigning a Name to a Train Category and LISSY Receiver Names can be assigned to LISSY receivers and Train Categories so that all LISSY messages are readable. The assignment is done from the LISSY Menu.
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Intellibox II Step 3 9.7 DirectDrive Control of a locomotive passing one of the displayed LISSY receivers can easily be transferred to a throttle by a simple key press, without having to enter the locomotive address. For this the displayed LISSY receivers have been assigned to the digits 1, 2, 4 and 5 as shown below: Select one of the displayed locomotives with one of the digit keys 1, 2, 4 or 5 and it is identified in the display with a "dd". The []-key can transfer it to the left controller.
Intellibox II 10. The Infrared Remote Control IRIS 10.1 Description of the Infrared Remote Control 10.1.1 Function Mode The Intellibox Infrared Controller IRIS extends the Intellibox II with a wireless remote control for interiors, with a range of up to 10m. The IRIS remote control can be used to select all locomotives on a Digital layout and control their direction, speed and special functions. IRIS can switch all solenoids and activate all routes which are stored in an Intellibox II.
Intellibox II Locomotive control + Increases the locomotive speed step-by-step - Decreases the locomotive speed step-by-step < Reverse travels and emergency stop > Forward travels and emergency stop Special functions e Special function Light On o Special function Light Off a to d Special function f1 to f4 f Switch over to functions f5 to f8 g Switch over to functions f9 to f12 R Switch solenoid round or red G Switch solenoid straight or green Channel Selector A to D Channel Selector keys 10.1.
Intellibox II Example: • L+1+e Locomotive address 1 is selected and the light is switched on. • L+1+2+3+4+5+6++ Locomotive address 3456 is selected – only the last 4 digits are used for the address. + increases the speed. • L+1+2+L+e The channel’s Locomotive address is not selected because the L was pressed again. e switches on the lights in the active locomotive. Speed Control With the + and - keys the speed of the locomotive is increased or lowered respectively.
Intellibox II Entering a turnout address The solenoid switches are programmed with turnout addresses by setting an address for the left key pair. The other 3 pair will automatically have the next 3 addresses. • Press the S key Key in the desired turnout address, using the numeric keys 0 to 9. The last four digits will be used as the address. Note: The selection mode is ended by pressing the S key again.
Intellibox II 10.1.5 Activating a Route Routes in the Intellibox II are activated by feedback instructions with the “occupied” state. Valid values for route activation in Intellibox II are 1 to 2048. The remote control always sends the “occupied” state. i.e. routes that are to be activated by IRIS must be configured to be activated be an “occupied” message. This must be taken into account when programming the individual routes in the Intellibox II.
Intellibox II In IRIS Mode the Intellibox display shows all the activated items of the selected transmission channel, in the middle part of the display. 10.2.2 Selecting the Transmission Channel If the [menu]-key is pressed in IRIS Mode the selection menu appears for selecting the desired transmission channel. The 1, 2, 3, 4 and 0 keys from the numeric key block can also be used for selecting the IRIS channel to monitor.
Intellibox II If digits are entered on the remote control in order to change the locomotive the entries can be monitored in the display.
Intellibox II Turnout Addresses If the S-key is pressed on the remote control, the valid turnout address of the left most key pair is shown. If the turnout address is changed on the remote control the corresponding entries can be seen in the display.
Intellibox II If the entry is complete and the T-key is pressed again the route is switched and the route number disappears after a short time. NOTE: Routes are activated by feedback addresses and not by their route number (1-80). Routes which are to be activated from an IRIS must have their feedback address defined with the “occupied” status, since the IRIS and LocoNet IR Modules can only send feedback messages with “occupied” status to activate routes.
Intellibox II 11. Model Time Clock 11.1 Description The Intellibox II has a model time clock which can be displayed in the middle part of the display. It displays the time and weekday. The Model time can be accelerated relative to real time by a factor of 1 to 127. A number of clocks can be connected to the LocoNet and synchronised by a network Synch pulse. For this operating mode the Intellibox II Model clock generates a Master clock to synchronise all other clocks.
Intellibox II Procedure: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 11.3.1 Special Settings The special settings of the Model Time clock are done under the “Settings” submenu. Acceleration factor Here an acceleration factor relative to real time can be specified for the model. A reduction of 1:1 corresponds to real time. A reduction of 1:60 means that in one second of model time one minute has passed (60 seconds).
Intellibox II All Synch.Puls This specifies at what interval a synchronization pulse is to be sent to the model clocks attached to the Intellibox. Values are permissible between 1 and 127 seconds.
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Intellibox II 12. The Programming Mode 12.1 Programming Track Programming of decoders is done on the programming track. That is either a normal section of track which has been equipped for this purpose or a siding as is the case on many model railway layouts. The Programming track is connected to terminals 1 and 2 of the 6-way screw terminal plug which have programming track power.
Intellibox II 12.3 Programming of DCC and Multi-protocol Decoders The programming of DCC decoders is accomplished with different programming methods depending on make. The Intellibox II supports all common programming methods. DCC decoders can be programmed on the normal track or programmed and read on a programming track. Uhlenbrock DCC and multi-protocol decoders are programmed using CV programming. 12.3.
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Intellibox II Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Important: When programming long addresses (>127) with this submenu the decoders CVs 17, 18 and 29 are automatically used. After this programming the short address in CV1 is no longer active. When programming short addresses (<128) with this submenu CV1 is automatically used. After this programming the long address in CV17 and 18 is no longer active. 12.3.
Intellibox II Note: If the “Change bit“ programming mode is not supported by the decoder an “Error“ message appears on the display i.e., programming of individual desired bits can not be accomplished under this Menu.
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Intellibox II 12.3.3 Mainline Programming DCC decoders can be programmed on the “Mainline” with the Mainline Menu. During normal running operation for example, simple corrections can be quickly made to the vehicle’s start inertia and brake delay. The decoders are programmed according to CV programming method. Reading of the decoder is not possible on the mainline. Note: Decoders can only be programmed on the mainline while the vehicle is stationery.
Intellibox II 12.3.4 Register programming and reading Decoders which expect to be programmed via 8 registers can be programmed from the “Register” Menu. This is particularly the case with older decoders but some newer decoders also support this method of programming. Step 1 For reading and programming follow the same steps as for CV Programming. 12.3.
Intellibox II • Short circuit There is a Short circuit on the programming track. • Check connection The programming track has an inadmissible connection to the normal track. • no paged Programming The locomotive decoder does not support paged mode. 12.4 Programming of Märklin Motorola or mfx Decoders Märklin Motorola or MFX decoders can also be programmed with the Intellibox II but individual CVs can not be read.
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Intellibox II 13. LocoNet Programming The Intellibox II Main Menu has a submenu for programming Uhlenbrock LocoNet modules such as feedback modules or Switch-Control. The modules are programmed with LocoNet configuration variables (LNCVs for short). These LNCVs determine the settings and function of the module and can have different purposes in different modules. The description of the individual LNCVs and connection of the modules are outlined in the respective manuals.
Intellibox II Placing a LocoNet Module into Programming mode Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 151
Intellibox II Read an LNCV Step 1 Step 2 Program an LNCV Step 1 Step 2 152
Intellibox II Return the Module to Operating Mode Step 3 153
Intellibox II 14. The Interface The compute Interface is a USB computer socket on IBM compatible PCs or Laptops. To connect the Intellibox II with computer’s USB socket use the Uhlenbrock USB interface cable Part No. 61070. The USB interface cable has a type A and B plug like a USB printer cable. The computer interface is set to a transmission rate 115200 Baud by default. The USB LocoNet interface in the Intellibox II can be used with Windows 2000, XP, Vista and Windows 7 operating systems.
Intellibox II 15. Operation as Auxiliary Device The Intellibox II can be attached to another LocoNet center (Intellibox IR, Intellibox Basic or Twin-Center) as an auxiliary device. 15.
Intellibox II Attention: If a crossed LocoNet cable (62010, 62020, 62040 and 62060) is used the polarity is swapped in the booster circuit and a short circuit will result when driving over the track isolation between the two track sections. The connections for LocoNet-T, s88-Feedback input, DCC Booster output and also the USB-Interface can be used as normal. Information on the LocoNet cables In the crossed version pin 1 is connected to pin 6, pin 2 to pin 5 etc.
Intellibox II 16. Software Update The Intellibox II system software can be updated anytime via the in-built computer interface Note: The device does not have to be opened! NOTE! Before the Intellibox II is connected to the PC the driver software for the interface must be installed. Otherwise the PC system may malfunction. To install the driver software read the Pdf file “USB-driver.pdf” in the Installation CD. Preparing the Hardware • Supply the Intellibox II with power from a transformer.
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Intellibox II List of Special options Special Option No. 25 In the factory setting the Intellibox only sends a data format only if a decoder with the appropriate format is addressed and is still in the refresh cycle. Alternatively the Intellibox can be setup so that this data format is constantly being output even if no address with this data format was called before.
Intellibox II Special Option No. 97 Determines the state of the Intellibox after switching it on. 0 = [stop] key is activated. The driving power is switched off. 1 = [go] key is activated. The driving power is switched on. Factory setting is 1. Special Option No. 818 Pause at the zero position for DC controller in steps of 10ms. Factory setting = 50 (0.5 s) Special Option No.
Intellibox II Converting bits to bytes Some DCC decoders do not accept the “bit-wise” programming mode. When programming a single bit of a configuration variable it could be necessary to convert the 8 bits of a CV to a complete byte.
Intellibox II CV Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Address 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 CV Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Address 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 CV Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Address 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 120 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 166 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 212 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 121 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 167 1 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 213 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 122 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 168 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 214 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 123 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 169 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 1
Intellibox II Module address table for feedback channels The Intellibox displays the individual feedback channels in blocks of 16. This corresponds to the module addresses of s88-Modules. After switching the Intellibox on the first block, the channels 1-16 are always displayed. If other channels are to be displayed, the appropriate module address must be entered from s88-Mode after manipulation of the m-key.
Intellibox II Coding table for solenoid decoder The address of decoders conforming to the Motorola format (from the companies Märklin, Viessmann and Modeltreno) is defined using 8 micro switches. Since every decoder controls 4 solenoid devices, the decoder address is different from the solenoid device address. The following table shows the position of the 8 micro switches of these decoders. The correlation with solenoid device addresses and Märklin Keyboard is also included. Keyboard Keyboard Sol. dev.
Intellibox II Tips and Tricks Some Märklin locomotives can’t be controlled Older Märklin decoders (6080 and Delta decoders) can only be controlled with the Intellibox if the red wire from the centre pick up is connected to the rail. Old and new Märklin function decoders The Panorama car and the Märklin Digital remote control rotary crane (7051+7652), are controlled with the old Motorola protocol, using f1-f4 functions. They are not able to operate with the new Märklin-Motorola protocol.
Intellibox II Controlling the Märklin Digital turntable The turntable can be retrofitted with a specific decoder (7687) compatible with the Motorola protocol. The different functions respond to the solenoid devices addresses 225 to 240. Attention! The Märklin turntable decoder can only be put into programming mode within the first 5 seconds of switching on of the operating voltage. The Intellibox needs approx. 6 seconds to boot up.
Intellibox II Controlling the Roco crane wagon (Digital DC) The address of the Roco digital crane wagon (40110 or 46800) should be configured for DCC 14 speed steps. The crane wagon uses one locomotive address. The different functions are operated with the [f0] and [f1] keys and turning the corresponding throttle knob. Note: When programming the decoder an error can be reported in spite of correct programming. The decoder cannot be read track.
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Authors: Dr.-Ing. T. Vaupel, D. Richter, M. Berger Translated by Wolfram Steinke © Copyright Uhlenbrock Elektronik GmbH, Bottrop st 1 Edition June 2010 Starting from Software version 1.
