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English RCA-1
Table of contents
1. Getting started 13
2. Operation overview 14
3. Technical specifications 14
4. Connecting the RCA-1 15
5. Programming 16
6. Operation 18
7. Check list for troubleshooting 18
8. CE and Warranty 19
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RCA-1 English
1. Getting started
Checking contents
Please make sure that your package contains:
§ one or five modules (depending on the packaging unit),
§ one or five jumpers for programming the address,
§ this manual.
Required materials
In order to connect the display device RCA-1 you need wire.
Recommended diameters:
§ > 0,1 mm² for databus line,
§ > 0,25 mm² for all other connections.
Saftey instructions
The display device RCA-1 can be used in digital model railways in
concordance with these instructions to display RailCom messages, read
out by a local RailCom detector. It is not suitable for use by children
under 14. Incorrect use can be dangerous. In particular there is a risk
of electric shock through contact with metal parts under power,
especially when an incorrect voltage is used, or when operated in a too
humid or wet environment. Therefore the following precations should
be observed:
§ Wiring should only be carry out when the control is disconnected.
§ Only operate indoors in a dry environment.
§ Only use proprietry transformers with the correct voltage.
§ Only connect the transformer in an authorised manner to the house
power supply.
§ Use adequetly thick cable for all wiring. Too thin a cable can
overheat.
§ If the layout is exposed to condensation, allow at least two hours
for drying out.
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