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SMA29 JMRI Turnout Channels – Direct JMRI to Arduino Communications - Simple Support for Lots of Data Out From JMRI

Mon, 2018-09-10 21:02 — geoffb

The Java Model Railroad Interface (JMRI) is an elegant but sometimes complex application growing in popularity beyond its fantastic facility to ease DCC decoder setup. It is free, widely used, and readily available. It has capabilities to monitor trains and track to enable control and signal systems for virtually any model railroad layout. Among its basic control elements are turnouts, usually referring to a track switch or set of “points” but in its most elemental form, really refers to a binary switch.

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SMA28 JMRI Sensor Channels – Direct Arduino to JMRI Communications - Simple Support for Lots of Detectors

Thu, 2018-09-06 17:50 — geoffb
There are many applications in animation and model railroading where sensing a position of a loco or car is convenient and essential for operation.  Signaling, actuation, etc. require not only the use of an appropriate sensor but also sensor coordination and communication with some form of model, animation, or layout control.  The Java Model Railroad Interface (JMRI) is one such control that I started using early in my animation work, and is free, widely used, and readily available.
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There's always something fun to do.

Fri, 2018-08-31 12:40 — Warflight

I think one of the things I love about this hobby... especially the way i chose to enjoy this hobby, is that there is always something to do.

Take this month for instance.

This month, I'm getting hit with some unexpected bills... plus my keyboard and mouse need to be replaced... and on top of that, my roommate is $300 short on rent, so I have to make that up 9and it might be a month or two before he can get me back)

So I don't have any money to spend on trains this month.

Old 1 1/2" scale video from 1993, Molalla, OR.

Mon, 2018-08-27 20:29 — John Graser
Train club I belong to .... 1993.

 

Smyrna Spur - Milestones

Sat, 2018-08-18 15:15 — brockpaine

It's been about two months since my first update, but this afternoon's work session leaves me with a good sense of accomplishment.  Overall, I'm pleased with the results, although there are a few spots with minor workmanship issues.

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O.H. Wright and Co. Bartlet Building, custom diorama build

Mon, 2018-08-13 11:06 — Ron Pare

Life is pretty tough right now. Between the honey-do list, the pt job and the other pt job, I have come to the point where I am actually escaping to build these projects. Fret not though, I believe my best work always comes under duress and this sure feels like duress.

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$100 challenge

Mon, 2018-08-06 23:09 — Craigdhepburn

Hi Joe and fellow modelers

I have just donated $100.00  ($1.00 per issue) (AU $140.00) to this magazine as it is the best modelling resource available.

The content is great, plenty of information in each issue, and professionally put together.

The forum is packed with ideas and answers to any manner of query.

I challenge every one to donate $1 per issue that you have had the pleasure of reading.

What about signing up for the almost free TRAIN MASTERS TV

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Custom Model from a 70's MR Article

Wed, 2018-08-01 15:30 — Ron Pare

I am currently working on a project that is a wee bit out of the ordinary for me. But as it turns out, right up my alley.

Recently one of my Patrons contacted me about building a diorama scene for them. Thing is the project hailed from a long and drawn out process.

For Todd, it started with a Showcase miniatures kit
For me, it was all about that article.


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