Reply to "Multi-function train detector brainstorming. Ideas wanted!"

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John Graser posted:
JOHNGATLINE,
Yes, I would like TMCC commands injected into the base or PC or (TMCC stream) for CTC, signals or other device control.
Do you know if there are any LCS / TMCC commands for for detection.
I would be interested in hearing about your other project?
John

Assuming you can add some code... since this is using an Arduino, it would be trivial to add a FTDI breakout board and hook up to RS232 on your TMCC or Legacy base. Plop in the code to do what you want to do when the detector is activated and you have what you want. I've sent TMCC commands to the CAB2 base through a remedial app to drive the trains. You can do anything TMCC does. The TMCC protocol is public. Legacy commands do not work. I am not certain if Legacy can be sent when you have the Ser2 or if they can not be sent to the base via the RS232 at all.

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