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New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« on: October 11, 2016, 12:39:20 PM »
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Seen where Digitrax finally announced the new system with a new throttle.

From Central Hobbies website.

Digitrax has announced the "Evolution" Premium Advanced 5/8 Amp Starter set. Available in wired and Duplex Radio, each set contains:
a NEW DCS210 Advanced Command Station, a New DT500 (or DT500D) Advanced Super throttle, a UP5 Universal Panel (or UR92 Duplex Radio Panel for the radio version), a New PS615 6 Amp Power Supply, a LT1 LocoNet Tester and a 2' LocoNet cable.

This new system replaces both the Super Chief Extra and Empire Builder Extra sets.
With the release of the new command station, the DCS100 and DCS200 command stations are discontinued.

Digitrax has announced the " DT500 and DT500D " Advanced Super throttles.
The New DT500 (or DT500D) Advanced Super throttles replace the DT402 series of throttle.

Delivery second half of October.
The DT500 189.00 US$ MSRP. The Duplex Radio version is $ 254.00 US$ MSRP.

The New DT500 (or DT500D) Advanced Super throttles replace the DT402 series of throttles.
With the release of these new throttles the DT402 and DT402D are discontinued.
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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #1 on: October 11, 2016, 12:59:19 PM »
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A link would have helped - there are two Central Hobbies, one US, one CDN. We're looking for http://www.central-hobbies.com , and scroll down. No information beyond what was posted above.

These are not listed on Digitrax' site at this moment, nor is there a news release for them. Answering the burning question: based on the graphics on the site, the DT500 appears to be a restatement of the DT400 series. Sorry. :(
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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #2 on: October 11, 2016, 01:05:00 PM »
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Sorry bout the no website link though I had. This is what I've been told...

DT500 features (same as the DT402 plus these):
Soft ON/OFF switch to turn the throttle off and on without removing the battery
Advanced power save mode for even longer operations
All throttles work IR tetherless (expanded slots are not available in IR mode)
Device query mode allows readback of device statisitcs (DCS210, DCS240, and xxxxx will have statistics available)
Input mode reads back detection sections messages set as high or low
Access to 2000+ switches
SlotZero feature set all loco speeds to zero and all functions to off
Also a DCS210 and new power supply

And the DT400/402s are not upgradeable to the new throttle.
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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #3 on: October 11, 2016, 01:09:43 PM »
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The possibility of not having to remove the battery piques my interest.

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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #4 on: October 11, 2016, 01:20:31 PM »
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The possibility of not having to remove the battery piques my interest.

DFF

Same here, something that has been needed forever. I think the SlotZerofeature will be good end of the day at shutdown especially for people that forget to zero out their power. I wonder what the difference between the DCS210 and DCS240 is. I want the new system but no need for another UR92.

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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #5 on: October 11, 2016, 03:29:38 PM »
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MSRP $450.00

The Digitrax Evolution Advanced starter set is the next Evolution in Complete Train Control. The starter set will be available as a standard tethered system. The system features a new command station, throttle and now includes a power supply to make getting started easier then ever.

DCC Evolution Set Includes:

    DCS-210 Advanced Command Station
    DT-500 Advanced Super Throttle
    UP5 Universal Panel
    PS-615 15volt, 6 amp DC power supply.
    LT-1 LocoNet Tester
    2' LocoNet Cable.

New DCS210 Command Station/Power Booster Features.

    Full LocoNet Capabilities for easy Plug-N-Play instillation and expansion.
    Operates up to 100 locomotive address
    Supports up to 100 throttles.
    Can operate as an intelligent Auto Reversing Booster.
    Can work with any Digitrax/LocoNet throttle.
    Programming Read/Write with CV read back.
    2 DCC Outputs, One to program and the second to run the trains uninterrupted.
    5 to 8 Amp capable power booster built in.
    Customize command station options.
    Push button for "Route" and or "Clear Loco Stack"
    Short Circuit protection and Over Temperature shutdown protection.
    User selectable scale switch for N-Scale (12 volt Max), HO (14 volt Max) or Large Scale (16 Volt Max).
    Track Status indicator showing voltage and signal type (DCC or "Zero Stretch")
    Stabilized Track Drive Output.
    Auto shutdown on signal loss to prevent "runaway" trains

New DT500D Duplex Radio Throttle Features

    Works with any LocoNet compatible system
    Full numeric keypad.
    New Soft On/Off power switch
    Dual Throttle controls lets you control two trains at the same time.
    Run throttle with encoder click for speed and direction awareness.
    Control light and sound effects with the press of the appropriate button. (30 Functions)
    Large Multi Line LCD display.
    Built in Flashlight.
    Traditional walk around operation.
    Infrared ready throttle, all you need is a UR90 to make your throttle wireless.
    Throttle Option Step-by-Step setup.
    F2 Playable Whistle
    Decoder Programming.
    Simplified 4 or 2 digit address programming of decoders.
    Over 9000 mobile decoder addresses available.
    Over 2000 stationary decoder address available.
    Supports Cab Signaling.
    Transponding "Find" feature
    Device Query Mode.
    Input Mode
    Fast Clock display
    "Recall" ftature.
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MSRP $660.00

The Digitrax Duplex Radio Evolution Advanced starter set is the next Evolution in Complete Train Control. The starter set will be available as a standard tethered set or as a Duplex Radio system. The system features a new command station, throttle and includes a power supply to make getting started easier then ever.

DCC Duplex Radio Evolution Set Includes:

    DCS-210 Advanced Command Station
    DT-500 Advanced Super Throttle
    UR92 Duplex Radio
    PS-615 15volt, 6 amp DC power supply.
    LT-1 LocoNet Tester
    2' LocoNet Cable.

New DCS210 Command Station/Power Booster Features.

    Full LocoNet Capabilities for easy Plug-N-Play instillation and expansion.
    Operates up to 100 locomotive address
    Supports up to 100 throttles.
    Can operate as an intelligent Auto Reversing Booster.
    Can work with any Digitrax/LocoNet throttle.
    Programming Read/Write with CV read back.
    2 DCC Outputs, One to program and the second to run the trains uninterrupted.
    5 to 8 Amp capable power booster built in.
    Customize command station options.
    Push button for "Route" and or "Clear Loco Stack"
    Short Circuit protection and Over Temperature shutdown protection.
    User selectable scale switch for N-Scale (12 volt Max), HO (14 volt Max) or Large Scale (16 Volt Max).
    Track Status indicator showing voltage and signal type (DCC or "Zero Stretch")
    Stabilized Track Drive Output.
    Auto shutdown on signal loss to prevent "runaway" trains

New DT500D Duplex Radio Throttle Features

    Works with any LocoNet compatible system
    Full numeric keypad.
    New Soft On/Off power switch
    Dual Throttle controls lets you control two trains at the same time.
    Run throttle with encoder click for speed and direction awareness.
    Control light and sound effects with the press of the appropriate button. (30 Functions)
    Large Multi Line LCD display.
    Built in Flashlight.
    Traditional walk around operation.
    Infrared ready throttle, all you need is a UR90 to make your throttle wireless.
    Throttle Option Step-by-Step setup.
    F2 Playable Whistle
    Decoder Programming.
    Simplified 4 or 2 digit address programming of decoders.
    Over 9000 mobile decoder addresses available.
    Over 2000 stationary decoder address available.
    Supports Cab Signaling.
    Transponding "Find" feature
    Device Query Mode.
    Input Mode
    Fast Clock display
    "Recall" ftature.

UR92 Duplex Radio Transciever
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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #6 on: October 11, 2016, 03:40:28 PM »
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That looks like a nice new ergonomically-designed throttle (with an easy to understand display) from Digitrax!  Finally!
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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #7 on: October 11, 2016, 03:48:55 PM »
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That looks like a nice new ergonomically-designed throttle (with an easy to understand display) from Digitrax!  Finally!

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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #8 on: October 11, 2016, 04:40:18 PM »
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Well, at least I will be able to include a power supply when I sell my old system if I decide to upgrade with full system. :D
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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #9 on: October 11, 2016, 04:45:37 PM »
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Same here, something that has been needed forever. I think the SlotZerofeature will be good end of the day at shutdown especially for people that forget to zero out their power. I wonder what the difference between the DCS210 and DCS240 is. I want the new system but no need for another UR92.

Chris

The big difference from what I have seen is DCS210=100 locos and throttles , DCS240=400 locos and throttles
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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #10 on: October 11, 2016, 05:15:10 PM »
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????? What am I not seeing here? ~Ian

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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #11 on: October 11, 2016, 06:30:45 PM »
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The big difference from what I have seen is DCS210=100 locos and throttles , DCS240=400 locos and throttles

Well that's kinds crappy, if the 210 is replacing the 100/200, but now you lose 20 loco/throttle slots?

Guess I'll pick up a 240 and DT500D separately at some point.

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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #12 on: October 11, 2016, 09:15:00 PM »
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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #13 on: October 11, 2016, 09:44:42 PM »
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Dammit... :facepalm:

LOL! Had you going there for a bit!   :D :trollface:  8)
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Re: New Digitrax DCS 210 and DT500/DT500D
« Reply #14 on: October 11, 2016, 10:12:09 PM »
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LOL! Had you going there for a bit!   :D :trollface:  8)

You did......  :x
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