EX-CommandStation

Ready-To-Run - Getting Started

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DCC-EX EX-CSB1

Figure 3 EX-CSB1 CommandStation / Booster

The EX‑CommandStation / Booster One Express addresses the needs of DCC-EX users who want a ready-to-run (RTR) DCC command station, which will have them running trains within 5 minutes of plugging it into power and track and connecting your WiFi smart phone.

This DCC-EX Command Station can now outperform commercial DCC command stations, which typically have single 3-3.5A or single 5A output capabilities, at a fraction of the cost, while providing more advanced features.

The EX‑CommandStation / Booster One Express is the second offering in the DCC-EX open source hardware ecosystem specifically designed for model railroaders, and is a direct result of the strong community engagement DCC-EX strives to inspire.

Features

The DCC-EX EX‑CommandStation / Booster One Express comes ready to use out of the box and has the following features:

  • Dual DCC/PWM DC outputs with up to 5A capacity – easily expandable to 4 outputs

  • WiFi built-in – fast 802.11n capable, with Access Point and Station modes including support for connecting as many as 10 WiFi throttles (you can also connect to JMRI via WiFi, but a USB cable is often better)

  • Single power supply for track and onboard electronics – 12-25V DC with polarity protection

  • USB-C connector – for software upload, diagnostic monitoring, DCC-EX WebThrottle and JMRI connectivity

  • Railsync DCC input – enables booster mode, which with an optional EX-RAIL script can be automatically engaged on receipt of a signal

  • OLED screen – for diagnostics, status and information display

Next Steps - Purchasing

See the Purchasing page or click the ‘Next’ button to see how to acquire your EX‑CommandStation / Booster One Express.

Looking for some help with your EX-CSB1?

To find out how to request assistance click the first button below. To raise a bug report, feature request, support request, or submit Beta test results, feel free to use our handy GitHub templates accessible by clicking the second button:

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Keep an eye out for the same button at the top of the other pages.