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[DCCDave]

Hi Team,

GWR Steam Era System
I have had a ZTC based layout for a number of years now with manual control of the points and signals.
I have decided to upgrade to using the Cobalt Digital motors and change my system to the latest Lenz System using XpressNet but awaiting delivery.
I have also been looking at JMRI to use to control the accessories on the layout from an iPad so that I can follow the train around the layout. I have created a working plan of the existing layout and added in a couple of new extensions and this is working just fine. I created it using the Internal unspecified system so that when the Lenz system arrives I can create a new profile for the Lenz XpressNet System.

I am hoping that someone out there is already using the Lenz system and can help me out. At the moment I am wanting info on how the XpressNet handles Accessory Addresses and what the pitfalls are to be avoided like not using a certain range of numbers. I am hoping that when a new profile is created the existing Internal codes will be converted to XpressNet format so that I can set a motor to learn and operate the point from the JMRI panel such that it will learn its address and the codes for the Normal and Reversed positions - either Closed or Thrown.

Dave

[gazzarose]

Welcome, I'm new myself so I'm not help with your query but everyone her seem a nice bunch so I'm sure someone will have answers.

[bulleidboy]

Welcome to the forum Dave. Sorry, like gazzarose, I'm also not able to help with your query. BB

[IanS]

Welcome - once again I can't help with your specific query as I run a DC layout. Someone will be along shortly who can, I am sure.

[Brian]

Hi Dave
Welcome to the forum.
Lenz is not one of the DCC control systems I own, so sorry I'm not able to help with that question.

[Mountain Goat]

While I have a Lenz system I have never used it for point control, as I prefer a stud and probe type panel, and I must admit that I don't know anything about JMRI. (I simply don't fancy using a phone or tablet for train control).
I like Lenz as it has a lot of possibilities for expansion. It is something Lenz owners take for granted without realizing it.

[Mr Bones]

Hi Dave and welcome to the forum. Sorry I'm unable to assist with your question. I do use JMRI but only the decoder pro bit to read and display all the CV settings, although I find it easier to program using the Z21. As computer control goes I'm trialling iTrain.

Hope you find a solution soon.