DCS Software Version 4.00 Manual Addendum |

DCS Software 4.00 Addendum

March 13, 2008

The latest version (4.00) of the software used in the DCS system adds the largest selection of new features to the DCS system since it's release in 2002. We've described the changes to 4.00 below in two groups; New Features and Improvements.

Because the memory assignments are dramatically different in software Versions 3.X and earlier, upgrading the code is required in both the remote and the TIU. The system will not function correctly if only one of the two components has been updated. In addition, if the remote and the TIU are currently running any version of 2.X DCS software, both must be reset using the appropriate System menu commands prior to uploading the Version 4.00 software into the remote and the TIU. By resetting both components, all previous information and settings (engines, accessories, switches, etc.) entered into the remote and TIU will be lost and must be reentered by the user after the software update has been completed. Users upgrading from 3.X and higher will not have to reset the remote and TIU prior to uploading the new 4.00 software.

There are two software files attached to the download. Both feature the same numeric code and should be used together (the appropriate file for the remote and TIU) when migrating from Version 3.X or earlier.

The user must use the most recent DCS Loader Program, Version 1.83 in order to upload Version 4.00 into the TIU and Remote. Earlier versions of the DCS Loader Program will not function with the Version 4.00 code.

Version 4.00 New Features

All mode includes MTH lash-up control
Boost/Brake settings can be set to stay instead of always returning to zero
Ability to play quillable Proto-Whistle Sounds (locomotive dependent)
Adds Speed mode to remote to increase command throughput
Adds Auto-Coupler Slack sound
Adds Double-tap brake to send engine speed to 0 SMPH
Adds TMCC Lash-up capability
Adds Relative Speed control in TMCC mode
Adds ALL Track control to TIU and Z4K Tracks
Adds two softkeys for ALL Tracks to allow one-button power on/off of your Z4K and TIU tracks (TSV/TZV softkeys)
Adds Remote Power down timer from 1-60 minutes
Adds Remote Cloning Feature (requires Data Loader.exe)
Adds Quickset Speed

Version 4.00 Improvements

Improves TMCC interface on DCS Remote
Improves Super TIU mode operation
Improves E-Stop functionality in Track Mode
Sped up Master Volume +/- operation
Improves Remote Messages On/Off operation
Improves Reset Remote feature

DCS 4.00 Operating Instructions

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