SPROG II DCC Decoder Programmer User Guide
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1. ninj n rs 7m In this example SPROG II is supplying 163mA to the layout A loco with address 997 is running in reverse at speed step 35 and a loco with address 1 is running forwards at speed step 43 When you use a function button on a throttle you will see an extra slot occupied momentarily with the address of the loco on that throttle and speed 0 This indicates that the function command is being sent to the loco To allow for errors in reception function commands are repeated three times After the third copy is sent the slot will be cleared Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 39 Short one byte Versus Extended two byte Addressing The DCC specification allows two forms of loco address e Short addresses in the range 1 127 e Extended addresses in the range 1 10239 Most DCC system impose their own arbitrary limits on these address ranges In SPROG Command Station mode the allowable address ranges are e Short addresses 7BD e Long addresses TBD How Many Locos Can Be Controlled Sixteen slots are available but SPROG II is not capable of operating sixteen locos without an external booster Run each loco individually with a representative load and note the current reading The total required for your layout will depend upon the diversity or how many and which locos are to be operated at the same time It should be possible2. amp Use Straight Line Response i lt o Max Volts 1 Forward Trim 128 Reverse Trim 128 Use QSI table or User table in CVs 67 through 94 2e sz a se es 75 es loa to tt3 t22 132 141 151 teo 170 fizo 188 198 207 217 TTE Force Straight Match ends Constant ratio curve Log curve Shift left Shift right mu mum I L ee I Read changes on sheet Write changes on sheet Read full sheet Write full sheet o Read changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets EE Direct bit mode programming OK The decoder in this example has a choice between Use Straight Line response and Use QSI table or User table in CVs 67 through 94 The look and feel of this tab will vary between decoders but most recent decoders support the use of a speed table It is left as an exercise for the reader to experiment with the sliders for setting the speed table and the buttons just below The Force Straight option will give a linear relationship between the throttle position and the speed of the loco Constant ratio curve will give little change in speed at low throttle settings greater change at higher throttle Remember to write the changes on each sheet before moving to a new one Next click on the Function Map tab Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 26
3. SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 29 SPROG II when used as a programmer supports the use of one DecoderPro throttle See Layout Control with SPROG II for details of how to use SPROG Il as a command station with multiple throttles When the throttle window opens enter the loco address and click Set With SPROG II loco addresses less than 128 are assumed to be short 2 digit addresses Addresses greater than 127 are assumed to be extended 4 digit addresses Setting the loco address will enable the function buttons and speed slider a Throttle View Edit Power Fj o P3 Function Panel m Pd Stop Forward O Reverse STOP The LED icon in the centre of the menu bar is the track power control and must be clicked until it is green to turn on the track power The SPROG II power LED will flash when the track power is live Note After programming using the service mode programmer the track power is always left in the off state and must be turned on again from the throttle power control before the loco can be run Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 30 The function keys have a latching operation Click once to turn a function on click again to turn the function off To control the loco speed click and drag the slider caret the pointy bit For fine control of speed click on the slider just ab
4. The Function Map allows you in those decoders that support it to control which throttle function key is mapped to each output wire or operation e g sound effect of the decoder z P Program lt new loco in Service Mode Programming Track JUS File Reset Function Output Light Control Multi Auto Lights BEMF Indexed CVs QSI mee Consist Advanced Sound SoundLevels r Sound Volume Control Roster Entry Basic Speed Control if Function E Lights Analog Controls Use this sheet to determine which functions will control which outputs Description Output wire or operation 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Forward Headlight FO F Reverse Headlight FO R Function 1 Function 2 Function 3 Function 4 Function 5 Function 6 Function 7 OOOO DODO NYO L OOCR OOO PILILI LIS LILILI LIL Function 8 Function 9 Function 10 Function 11 Function 12 ae LL LILJ LJ LILJ lv LJ LI v LE LJ LI LJ LJ LJ LE LL L m L LJ LJ L LI O O O O N O U UO LU Sa 8 3 8 8 8 8 8 Read changes on sheet Write changes on sheet Read full sheet Write full sheet n Read changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets o Direct bit mode programming OK Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 27 DecoderPro comes into its own for programming the many and varied options in a so
5. Panel you may need to switch to classic view in Control Panel Alternatively right click on the Desktop My Computer Icon and select Properties Select the Hardware tab System Properties System Restore _ L Automatic Updates _ Remote General Computer Name Hardware Advanced Device Manager The Device Manager lists all the hardware devices installed on your computer Use the Device Manager to change the properties of any device Device Manager Drivers Driver Signing lets you make sure that installed drivers are compatible with Windows Windows Update lets you set up how Windows connects to Windows Update for drivers Driver Signing windows Update Hardware Profiles m Hardware profiles provide a way for you to set up and store Zz different hardware configurations Hardware Profiles Click Device Manager Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 16 2 Device Manager File Action View Help ae Keyboards Mice and other pointing devices MicrochipTools E Monitors oF Ports COM amp LPT F SPROG Decoder Programmer COM4 Q Sound video and game controllers lt Storage volumes System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers Click the to open the Ports COM amp LPT category and note the COM port assignment for the SPROG II COM4 in this example
6. This mode is automatically canceled when the power is removed from the SPROG Save Always click this button after selecting a new mode The selected modes apart from Unlock Firmware will be stored in the SPROG so that they are effective each time you use your it even after the power has been removed Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 47 Updates to the SPROG II Firmware The firmware is the small computer program that runs on the microprocessor at the heart of the SPROG Occasionally it becomes necessary to update the SPROG firmware to add new features or fix bugs The SPROG DCC philosophy is that all versions of SPROG whether SPROG or SPROG II USB or serial are totally forwards and backwards compatible and that any new features and bug fixes are made available to all existing users The firmware can be updated by returning your SPROG to SPROG DCC or appointed representative or for some SPROG versions by using the bootloader see below Returning Your SPROG for Update If your version of SPROG does not support the bootloader then please contact us to discuss returning it for update This is usually free of charge but return postage is always appreciated To avoid a large workload please only request an upgrade if you are sure you require it e g for programming QSI sound decoders Firmware Update Using the Bootloader Currently the bootloader i
7. and the CVs available On the Roster Entry tab you may enter arbitrary details of the loco to be saved on the PC for future reference The DCC address field will be filled in by DecoderPro once the decoder has been read or programmed If you wish to use the Roster then you should make sure to click Save on the Roster Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 22 Entry tab when you have finished programming the decoder The Roster is especially useful if the decoder loses it s settings as seems to happen occasionally with some decoders Alternatively you may wish to program a second loco with similar CV settings E Program lt new loco gt in Service Mode Programming Track BAX File Reset Function Output Light Control Multi Auto Lights BEMF Indexed Cvs QSIMisc Consist Advanced Sound Sound Levels CVs Sound Volume Control Roster Entry Basic Motor Speed Control Function Map Lights Analog Controls ID new loco Operator Number Manufacturer Owner Model DCC Address Comment 4 D gt Decoder Family QSI Diesel Ver 7 Decoder Model BLI F7 Decoder Comment I 4 gt Filename sae Reset to defaults e Read changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets jd Direct bit mode program
8. 1 7 28 Using the DecoderPro Throttle Using a DecoderPro throttle it is possible to test run a loco after programming CVs e g to test the effect of changing the speed table of function mapping Using a rolling road or a continuous loop of track for programming is recommended for test running Using PanelPro and the throttle it is possible to control a small one engine in steam layout including control of accessories e g point motors with SPROG II More than one loco may be present on the layout but only one may be selected on the throttle and driven at one time Care should be taken when using the service mode programmer that only one loco is on the layout during programming or that the layout is isolated except for a short section of track for programming If a programming operation is performed whilst the whole layout is connected then incorrect data will be read from CVs and all locos on the layout will be re programmed On the main DecoderPro window click on the Tools menu item and then select Throttles and New Throttle P DecoderPro BAX File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Help Programmers oderPro 2 1 6 part of the JMRI project Tables Throttles New Throttle Save Throttle Layout Clocks Load Throttle Layout Power Control Edit Throttle BIEIETETEEE S Turnout Control Simple Signal Logic Sensor Groups Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC
9. 40 Title Bar ae Connecting and Using Multiple SPR Command P M Send Dommelilla uus o ee ere Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 9 Selecting SPROG Operating Modes eene 4D Unlock Firmware eere nenne nenas nenna 40 Save eee BERHEEERERERRERE LEETE BREBEHEEEEEREEEREEREEEREEEEREEREREREEREREREREREEREEREREREREEEREEEREEEEHSEREEREREN 46 Updates to the SPROG II Firmware 47 SPROG DomilsbiBltuaadusbin vind YR EQ xFIUNRRIMa DIT M CIS RU acce eie dan UA DT General Commands uisiseddvexicauti qu MER EE MARE CCO LDAP DNA REC C Ie DA Programmer Commands eeeeeeeeesee eene nennen nennen DT Rolling Road Tester Commands ueeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeennnnnes DI Bootloader Po uniri c sv Inga Formal uooeeseniiati tb i REDE CHOR EIE RU SIYE UE R PEESER D pM BA Ee cU DE Acknowledgement Messages M 52 The Mode io mec Oe Commands In Debbie bb bibidaxdEd e trvEE bn aM IR M MMa t d bh Gs ae STOUR GSO CUNO eee f ISIME EEUNE 74 Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 4 Introduction
10. and the firmware update is complete Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 51 SPROG Commands This section gives information for advanced users who may wish to write their own software for controlling a SPROG Commands may be sent directly to SPROG II by using a terminal emulator program such as windows HyperTerminal by using the SPROG console or even from programs that you write yourself The virtual COM port should be set for 8 bits no parity one stop bit at a speed of 9600 baud SPROG does not echo characters that are sent to it All commands must be entered on a single line terminated by carriage return Maximum input line length is 64 characters including carriage return Format of parameters is dependent upon the command The maximum number of parameters on any line is 6 General Commands M n Display Set operating mode R Read mode from EEPROM S Display Status W Write mode to EEPROM Z n ZTC Compatibility Mode Display Help ESC immediately shutdown power to track Programmer Commands C CV Val Read program CV using direct bit mode V CV Val Read program CV using paged mode Rolling Road Tester Commands A n Display Set Address O byte byte byte byte Output bytes as DCC packet Track power on Track power off lt step lt Reverse speed step s gt step gt Forward speed step s Bootload
11. instructions for the Windows Operating System For full instructions and for instructions to install the JRE and DecoderPro on Linux or MACOS please refer to the Install Guides on the JMRI website at http jmri sourceforge net download Install the Java Runtime Environment JRE The Java Runtime Environment is not required for MACOS which has Java support as standard For Windows and Linux it must be installed first either from the CD ROM supplied or from a downloaded copy To install from the CD ROM use My Computer or Windows Explorer to browse to the directory on the CD ROM specific to your operating system Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 7 ma WJicleg File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Address B E Windows v Go ae Q Back FL Search Folders E X pax Folders x Mame Size E tmp Files Currently on the CD 3 web E 2 SPROG DCC E JMRI 1 8 exe 6 956 KB 3 Cj files 4 jre 6u2 windows i586 p exe 14 226 KB D pdf 2 c UsB CJ Windows ce zimo w Removable Disk G D 7 in ae ar R4 2 objects Double click the j2re executable file and follow the on screen instructions to install Install DecoderPro DecoderPro should then be installed from the CD ROM or a downloaded copy A newer version of DecoderPro than that supplied on the CD ROM may be available from the JMRI download page http jmri sourceforge net do
12. new settings and exit Connect the Programming Track The programming track MUST be isolated from all other DC or DCC control systems and connected only to the SPROG II Damage may e result to the SPROG II or other equipment if this rule is not followed Connect the SPROG II to the programming track using the Track terminals of the pluggable terminal block There is no requirement to observe any particular polarity when connecting the programming track The DCC output voltage will be approximately 1V below the power supply voltage During programming the track current is sensed 100 milliseconds after the programming track is powered up If the current exceeds 250 milliAmps then the programming track power is removed to avoid potential damage to an incorrectly installed decoder Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 19 Getting Started With DecoderPro See the DecoderPro website http jimri sourceforge net for updates and latest information Join the JMRI Yahoo group http groups yahoo com group jmriusers for help from other DecoderPro users and the team who develop it Ensure that all software and drivers are installed and that DecoderPro preferences have been setup Start DecoderPro The main window will open and show the current connection method This merely reflects the preferences setting and does not actually indicate a physical connection In the following example Conn
13. to run at least 3 or 4 modern HO 00 or N lightly loaded locos Some slots should always be left free for sending function control commands These free will be shared between throttles as required it is not necessary to have a free slot for every throttle Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 40 Using an External Booster with SPROG Il Yes it is possible To come in a future release of this document Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 41 Connecting and Using Multiple SPROG Ils At the present time it is not possible to use the alternate connection method in DecoderPro to connect a second SPROG II It is however possible to run two or more separate instances of DecoderPro connected to two or more SPROG Ils e g One SPROG II in command station mode running the layout One SPROG II in normal or command station mode running PanelPro to control accessories One SPROG II in normal mode connected to a programming track If used this way the programming track should be wired via a DPDT switch so that it can be connected to the main layout to allow locos to be driven on to it or connected to the SPROG II programmer not both at the same time Never connect more than one SPROG II or a SPROG II and any other s DCC booster or DC controller to the same section of track Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPRO
14. type in this way In most cases DecoderPro can determine the manufacturer and decoder type automatically Place a decoder equipped loco on the programming track and click on Read type from decoder In the example below DecoderPro has identified a QSI Industries BLI F7 Sometimes DecoderPro can identify the manufacturer but not exact model of decoder fitted In these cases it will be necessary to select the decoder type manually Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 21 a Service Mode Programming Track Programmer Setup File Roster Direct bit mode programming Use locomotive settings for none new loco 3 Atlas 8D24 26 3 Atlas 8D35 P3 horn 3 Atlas 8D35 H4710 whistle B Atlas TM w Mars 3 Atlas TM wo Mars 3 BLI AC6000 5 BU c30 7 BLI E3 E6 w Mars Decoder installed BLI E3 E6 wofMars BLI E3 E6 wiMars 3 BLI E3 E6 wo Mars 3 BLI E wars 3 BLI E wMars BLI E7 wo Mars 3 BLI EB E9 wiMars BLI ES E9 wo Mars 3 BLIF Programmer format Comprehensive M Open Programmer Once the decoder type has been selected click Open Programmer The service mode programmer window opens with a selection of tabs grouped in rows below the menu bar Clicking on a tab selects a group of CVs to be programed related to the title of the tab The selection of tabs available will vary depending upon the features supported by your decoder
15. C timing for older ZTC decoders 6 BLUELINE Modify direct mode programming algorithm to suit Blueline decoders 7 Reserved Do not use always set to 0 for future compatibility 8 DIR Direction for rolling road test mode and booster mode Set for reverse Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 53 9 SP14 Select 14 speed step mode for rolling road test mode and booster mode 10 SP28 Select 28 speed step mode for rolling road test mode and booster mode 11 SP128 Select 128 speed step mode for rolling road test mode and booster mode 12 LONG Use long addresses in rolling road test mode and booster mode 13 15 Reserved Do not use always set to 0 for future compatibility Commands in Detail M Display Mode Word Display the current mode word value M n Set Mode Word Set the Mode Word with the value n R Read Mode from EEPROM Read a previously saved mode word from EEPROM S Display Status Display SPROG II status TBD W Write Mode to EEPROM Write the current mode word to EEPROM Z n ZTC Compatibility Mode Some older ZTC decoders e g ZTC401 require modified DCC timing Z 0 return to normal DCC timing Z 1 Enable ZTC compatibility mode This command manipulates the ZTC MODE bit of the mode word Display Help Displays the SPROG II firmware version e g SPROG II USB Ver 2 4 gt Version 1 3 Ju
16. G DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 42 Determining the SPROG II Firmware Version This feature is only available in DecoderPro version 2 1 5 and later Select Get SPROG Firmware Version from the SPROG menu P DecoderPro File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Help Decoder Command Monitor Send Command Console Get SPROG Firmware Version SPROG v3N4 Firmware Update PROG Il Firmware Update Operations Mode Main Track Programmer The SPROG firmware version will be displayed in a new window SPROG Version i SPROG II USB v2 5 Click OK to close the window Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 43 The SPROG Console This feature is only available in DecoderPro version 2 1 5 and later The SPROG console allows optional SPROG features to be enabled and disabled Select the SPROG Console from the SPROG menu a DecoderPro File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Help Java SPROG v34 Firmware Update SPROG Il Firmware Update Service Mode Program y Wacky Progra Operations Mode Main Track Programme Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 44 A typical console display is shown below Some features may not be available depending upon the firmware version of the SPROG Ee Sprog Console Connected to SPROG II USB v2 5 ole Help Command History c
17. Now start DecoderPro by double clicking the icon that was placed on the Windows desktop during the installation 9 DecoderPro Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Help DecoderPro 2 1 6 part of the JMRI project http jmri sf net DecoderPro Connected via SPROG on COM4 Java version 1 6 0_05 en Service Mode Programming Track Programmer Operations Mode Main Track Programmer Open the Edit gt Preferences dialog from the menu Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 17 GUI style Metal C CDE Motif Windows Classic Windows _ Show Advanced Preferences Click the arrow in the Layout connections field and scroll down to select SPROG Layout connection Serial port Baud rate 9 600 bps GUI style Metal CDE Motif Windows Classic Windows Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 18 Click the arrow in the Serial Port field and select the COM port noted in the earlier step Select the desired GUI style This is just the visual style of the windows Choose the view that you like if you wish it does not affect the program behaviour Select the Comprehensive Programmer Format Click Save Quit now 2 Your updated preferences will take effect when the program is restarted Quit now Yes No Click Yes DecoderPro will save the
18. SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 1 SPROG DCC SPROG Il DCC Decoder Programmer User Guide For use with DecoderPro Version 2 1 7 Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 2 Table of Contents Modulio sns Lire pp ME T X uo lj Specification Operating Conditions eeeeeeeeeesss dp REN E EE EI E RUN Install the Java Runtime Environment JRE eese Install DecoderPro Oo o E gt o o s eb 2 o U t D 4 o c o 2 T N c 0 o lt E Hd co 1 gramming Track ecce tntetnetettnennn ics 18 Getting Started V wit R Using the Dac daPi Throttle in NOE Speed Matching OF LOGOS rnnt naa 1 Lcd gn Rer H1 Getting Started With PanelPro 91 Layout Control with SPROG ll 95 SPROG Command Station Mode eese Short one byte Versus Extended two wt paeo Hian How Many Locos Can Be Controlled Using an External Booster with SPROG TU iin Determining the SPROG II Firmware Version 42 The SPROG Console 4 ecce crece e eeer re enne en annn ca sann ces
19. SPROG II is a DCC decoder programmer for connection to the USB port of a personal computer or similar device SPROG II is supported by DecoderPro and PanelPro both part of the JMRI project http jmri sourceforge net which by use of the java programming language allows platform independent support of a wide range of DCC hardware JMRI is shareware available as a free download SPROG II is also capable of operating a small layout using the features of DecoderPro and PanelPro A larger layout can be driven by using an external booster Requirements e Java programming language JRE from Sun Microsystems http java sun com e DecoderPro from http jmri sourceforge net e Regulated DC Power Supply see Table 1 e Short length or small oval of track for programming and or test running Features e Programs virtually all NMRA compliant DCC decoders e No extra hardware required for programming sound decoders e g QSI Soundtraxx e Easy to use graphical interface with DecoderPro e USB interface for easy connection to PC e USB activity LED shows communication with the PC e Power LED flashes when programming track power is live Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 5 Specification Operating Conditions Parameter Minimum Nominal Maximum Units Note DC Input supply 10V 15V V 1 voltage Vin supply current 50 mA not programming Vin supply curren
20. acturer ID 113 Manufacturer Version No 7 Product number 104 Locomotive Direction normal FL Location 28 128 speed step format v Power Source Conversion DC conversion enabled w Read changes on sheet Write changes on sheet Read full sheet Write full sheet o Read changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets Direct bit mode programming Set OK Click Write changes on sheet to write the new address to the decoder The address will turn red and then white as it is written to the decoder You can set other basic properties such as the direction and DC operation on this tab The other tabs work in a very similar way You may find it useful to have the decoder documentation available when setting more complex or manufacturer specific features Next we ll look at the Speed Control tab that allows you to fine tune the way the loco responds to the throttle Click on the Speed Control tab Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 25 P Program lt new loco in Service Mode Programming Track BAX File Reset Function Output Light Control Multi Auto Lights BEMF Indexed CVs QSIMisc Consist Advanced Sound i Sound Levels CVs Sound Volume Control Roster Entry Basic Motor Speed Control Function Map Lights Analog Controls
21. ad Monitor Script Output Script Entry Choose the Panel Editor Choose Editor Please choose an editor for your new panel Click Panel Editor for the traditional PanelPro editor Click Layout Editor for the newer drawing editor Cancel Layout Editor Panel Editor Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 32 A blank Panel and the Panel Editor window will open a Panel Editor File Help x 20 y 30 Set panel name Pick background image Addtext Add icon Change icon Add right hand turnout Add left hand turnout Change icon Add signal head Add memory Add reporter Panel items popup menus active Panel items can be repositioned Panel items control layout Panel has menu You can set the panel name to be used when saving the panel Use the File menu in the panel editor to save the panel You can draw a background track plan in a graphical editing tool and then load the image as the background for the panel It may take some experimenting to get the track spacing correct to match the panel icons Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 33 To add a turnout click in the box next to the Add right left hand turnout button Enter the accessory address of the tu
22. ected via SPROG on COM4 a DecoderPro Jaya File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Help Decoder DecoderPro 2 1 6 part of the JMRI project Pro _ hittp jmri sf netDecoderPro Connected via SPROG on COM4 Java version 1 6 0_05 en Service Mode Programming Track Programmer Click Service Mode Programming Track Programmer to open the Programmer Setup window A new window will pop up which shows a list of decoder manufacturers Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 20 P Service Mode Programming Track Programmer Setup File Roster Direct bit mode programming Use locomotive settings for none new loco Ment o C NMRA o c Atlas C Broadway Limited Imports LLC C Bachmann Trains C CML Systems C CT Elektronik o C CVP Products o 7 Digitrax J Electronic Solutions Ulm GmbH CI Haber and Koenig Electronics GmbH o C Kuehn o Ej Lenz o C MERG o C Public domain and DIY o C MERG gt 7 MRC C Massoth Elektronik GmbH C North Coast Engineering o C New York Byano Limited gt C GSIndustries prorammortormat comprenes Open Programmer Decoder installed Read type from decoder Clicking the control or double clicking the folder icon next to a manufacturer name will open a list of decoder types from that manufacturer You can always manually select a decoder
23. eive updated SPROG II firmware In addition the firmware must be unlocked by setting the unlock bit of the Mode Word Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 56 Troubleshooting Before reporting any problems please check the SPROG II homepage for any bug reports or updates There is a SPROG II FAQ page which will be updated to reflect the most common questions people have about SPROG One common problem is the configuration of the Virtual COM Port for USB SPROGs Please review the information in the section Edit DecoderPro Preferences If you are experiencing intermittent faults with your SPROG please ensure that you are using a DC regulated power supply If you have problems with programming a decoder or operating DecoderPro throttles for instance please use the SPROG console found under the SPROG menu in DecoderPro recreate the problem and send the output of the command monitor to sorog sprog dcc co uk or for North American customers sprog comcast net with a description of the problem Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 57 Useful Links SPROG homepage http www sprog dcc co uk for the latest information updates downloads etc for SPROG Il North American distributor for SPROG II http www bbmgroup com sprog SPROG DCC Yahoo group http groups yahoo com group sprog dcc for latest news and disc
24. er Command Bab c Start Bootloader Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 52 Input Format Input values are always parsed as decimal unless overridden with b or h prefix for binary or hexadecimal respectively E g h15 is equivalent to 21 decimal The O command is an exception to this rule Acknowledgement Messages CV values are given in hexadecimal Message Meaning IO Overload IE Error No ack No acknowledge pulse received during programming OK Programming operation completed The Mode Word The Mode Word determines the operational mode of SPROG If the mode is changed the new mode may be stored permanently in EEPROM memory The Mode Word is read from the EEPROM each time the SPROG powers up The Mode Word is a 16 bit binary value with each bit corresponding to a particular feature as shown in the table Bit Name Feature 0 UNLOCK Unlock the firmware ready to receive an update via the bootloader This bit is not stored in EEPROM and is cleared each time SPROG is reset 1 Reserved SPROG II echoes all received characters if this bit is set 2 Reserved Do not use always set to 0 for future compatibility 3 CALC ERROR Set to calculate error byte for O command If clear then error byte must be supplied on the command line 4 RR MODE Set for rolling road test mode 5 ZTC MODE SPROG II uses modified DC
25. hen the USB Serial port drivers USB Drivers far New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Windows will search for current and updated software by looking on your computer on the hardware installation CD or on the Windows Update Web site with your permission Read our privacy policy Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software O Yes this time only O Yes now and every time connect a device NeoscsecsecenececsecseccnccedWoreeees Click Next to continue Click No not this time then Next gt Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 9 Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for SPROG Decoder Programmer If your hardware came with an installation CD m lt 6 or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do O Install the software automatically Recommended Click Next to continue Click Install from a list or specific location then Next gt Found New Hardware Wizard Please choose your search and installation options Search for the best driver in these locations Use the check boxes below to limit or expand the default search which includes local paths and removable media The best driver found will be installed C Search removable media floppy CD ROM Incl
26. igits without a h prefix Track power on Turn on track power and check for overload condition after 100ms When there is no DCC data being transmitted DCC pre amble will be transmitted Track power off Turn off track power Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 55 lt lt lt Reduce Reverse speed step s gt gt gt Increase Forward speed step s Adjust speed step relative to current speed If decoder is running in reverse then Reduce Reverse will increase the reverse speed and Increase Forward will decrease the reverse speed If decoder is running forward then Reduce Reverse will decrease the forward speed and Increase Forward will increase the forward speed Increment or decrement is determined by the number of lt or gt characters in the command Speed will not increment decrement past maximum forward or reverse speed step nor through zero The current speed step will be reported after performing this command lt display Reverse speed step lt step Set Reverse speed step gt display Forward speed step gt step Set Forward speed step Set forward or reverse speed step directly Bootloader Command B a b c Start Bootloader Exactly three arguments a b c must be given with the B command but their values are not checked This helps prevent inadvertent issuing of the b command The B commands starts the bootloader ready to rec
27. ly 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 54 ESC Shutdown DCC output is turned off immediately Programmer Commands C cv Read a CV using direct bit mode C cv val Program a CV using direct bit mode V cv Read a CV using paged mode V cv val Program a CV using paged mode If no val value is given then these command read the specified CV and display the value in hexadecimal If val is given then it is written to the CV Rolling Road Tester Commands A Display Address A n Set Address Display or set the decoder address decimal to be used in speed direction packets If a new address is set then current speed step will be reset to zero This command does not perform any programming of decoder CVs O byte byte byte byte Output bytes as DCC packet Any arbitrary DCC packet may be generated using this command SPROG II will add the correct pre amble bits start bits and error byte Note that all address and data bytes and optionally the error byte must be given on the command line this command does not use the address set by the A command If the mode word CALC ERROR bit is set then SPROG II will calculate the correct error byte which must not be given on the command line If CALC ERROR is not set then the error byte must be given on the command line allowing erroneous packets to be generated for decoder testing Unlike other commands bytes must be given as two hex d
28. md rep SPROG II USB Ver 2 5 cmd M rep M h0800 Ps Clear screen Freeze screen Show raw data Show timestamps Choose log file Start logging Stop logging Add Message Send Command Command Speed Step Mode for SPROG Throttle O 14step 28step 128 step Configuration Current Limit mA 996 SetZTC mode Set Blueline mode _ Unlock firmware Save Load Configuration Save Title Bar The title bar includes the type and firmware version of the connected SPROG e g SPROG II USB v2 5 Command History The command history pane provides the same functionality as the basic Command Monitor available on the SPROG menu and captures commands to and replies from the SPROG The history may be saved to a file on the computer by first choosing a log file and then selecting Start logging The command history can be useful in diagnosing problems encountered in using the SPROG Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 45 The Add Message field can be used to add annotations to the command history Send Command The Send Command field provides the same functionality as the basic Send command utility available on the SPROG menu Enter a command in the Command field and press return on the keyboard or click the send button to send the command to the SPROG Selecting SPROG O
29. ming Set idle Note on ID When you click Save the ID will become the file name of the roster entry created for this loco and also the entry in the list for you to be able to select a previously programmed and saved loco in future Name these entries wisely Many people use the loco type and number or Operator road name and number but choose a system that will be meaningful to you Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 23 Click on the Basic tab and you will see the most basic settings for the decoder including the address Initially all of the data fields are coloured red or yellow to show that no data has been read from or written to the decoder There are eight read and write buttons at the bottom of the window Click Read full sheet to read the data for the current tab from the decoder Clicking Read all sheets will read every CV from the decoder and may take a considerable time to complete P Program lt new loco in Service Mode Programming Track JoJE3 File Reset Function Output Light Control Multi Auto Lights BEMF Indexed CVs QSIMisc Consist Advanced Sound Sound Levels CVs Sound Volume Control Roster Entry Basic Motor Speed Control Function Map Lights Analog Controls Active DCC Address o Primary Address 3 Extended Address 0 Address Forma
30. new feature in DecoderPro versions from 1 9 2 onward is the ability to use SPROG II as a command station with control of multiple locos through on screen throttles When operating in this mode SPROG II is no longer a service mode programming track programmer CVs may still be written in operations mode also known as on the main programming but the contents of CVs cannot be read back To use SPROG II as a command station you must first modify the DecoderPro preferences in a similar manner as was done during initial installation of the SPROG ll P DecoderPro File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Help Cut DecoderPro 2 1 6 part of the JMRI project Copy http imri sf netDecoderPro M Paste Connected via SPROG on COM4 Preferences Java version 1 6 0_05 en Service Mode Programming Track Programmer Open the Edit gt Preferences dialog from the menu Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 36 a Preferences Layout connection NCE via network NCE USB Oak Tree Systems RCI bus SPROG SPROG Command Station C Show Advanced Preferences Click the arrow in the Layout connections field and scroll down to select SPROG Command Station Click Save ra c Quit now Your updated preferences will take effect when the program is restarted Quit now Click Yes DecoderPro will save the new settings and exit Sta
31. ompatibility with Windows XP Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the hardware vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing Continue Anyway E STOP Installation 1 Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 14 Click Continue Anyway Found New Hardware Wizard Please wait while the wizard installs the software Putas F SPROG Decoder Programmer Do D Setting a system restore point and backing up old files in case your system needs to be restored in the future a Found New Hardware Wizard RE Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard The wizard has finished installing the software for E SPROG Decoder Programmer E Click Finish to close the wizard Click Finish Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 Edit DecoderPro Preferences 15 The next step is to the DecoderPro preferences in order to allow the software to connect to the SPROG II First you must ascertain which COM port was assigned to SPROG II during the driver installation Open the System Properties from the Windows Control
32. ove or below the caret The STOP button will stop the loco but does not turn off the track power To set a different loco address click the Dispatch or Release button These two buttons have the same effect with SPROG II Speed Matching of Locos To come in a future release of this document Measuring Loco Current Loco current may be measured by using SPROG II in command station mode and using the slot monitor see Layout Control with SPROG II Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 31 Getting Started With PanelPro The PanelPro tool included with JMRI allows SPROG II to be used for the control of DCC accessory decoders for point turnout control The limited output voltage and current capability of SPROG II means that it is not suitable for use with accessory decoders that take power from DCC Accessory decoders should be chosen that take commands from DCC but use a separate power input for the point motors This is only a very brief introduction see the PanelPro homepage at http jmri sourceforge net apps PanelPro PanelPro html for more details On the main DecoderPro window click on the Panels menu item and then select New Panel P DecoderPro ole File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Help New panel part of the JMRI project Load panels DecoderPro Store panels Show Panel Run script Thre
33. perating Modes After changing any of the following modes you should use the Save button to store the changes in the SPROG Speed Step Modes Choose the speed step mode to be used by the SPROG throttle The default is 128 step which is recommended for all recent DCC decoders Current Limit Set the current limit for the SPROG track output when using a SPROG throttle or when connected in Command Station mode The maximum current limit is 996mA or 0 996 Amps Set ZTC Mode Some older ZTC decoders cannot be reliably programmed on some systems even though they conform to the DCC standards Select this option to configure SPROG for programming these decoders It should still be possible to program other decoders with this mode enabled If in doubt disable this mode by de selecting the tick box Set Blueline Mode Blueline decoders use a slightly different interpretation of the DCC standards for direct mode programming to that normally assumed by SPROG Select this option to configure SPROG for programming Blueline decoders in direct mode It will still be possible to program most other decoders with this mode enabled but reading CVs from the decoder will be slower If in doubt disable this mode by de selecting the tick box Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 46 Unlock Firmware Select this option if you are about to update the SPROG firmware using the bootloader
34. rd installs the software Na Sprog Decoder Programmer B v Setting a system restore point and backing up old files in case your system needs to be restored in the future Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 11 Found New Hardware Wizard RT Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard The wizard has finished installing the software for Sprog Decoder Programmer Click Finish to close the wizard Cancel Click Finish You will now see a second Found New Hardware Wizard This is correct and will install the required USB to Serial drivers Do not cancel this next sequence Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 12 USB Serial Port Drivers Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Windows will search for current and updated software by looking on your computer on the hardware installation CD or on the Windows Update Web site with your permission Read our privacy policy Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software O Yes this time only O Yes now and every time connect a device eeceneccenscecnecensssncsedPcesseers Click Next to continue Click No not this time then Next gt Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install softwa
35. re for SPROG Decoder Programmer Pa If your hardware came with an installation CD or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do O Install the software automatically Recommended Click Next to continue Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 13 Click Install from a list or specific location then Next gt Found New Hardware Wizard Please choose your search and installation options Fates SY Search for the best driver in these locations Use the check boxes below to limit or expand the default search which includes local paths and removable media The best driver found will be installed C Search removable media floppy CD ROM Include this location in the search E XUSB windows 2000 XP Vista m LOB OWSe Don t search will choose the driver to install Choose this option to select the device driver from a list Windows does not guarantee that the driver you choose will be the best match for your hardware Click Search for the best driver in these locations then Include this location in the search and then Browse to find the driver directory on the CD ROM supplied with SPROG II Click Next gt Hardware Installation A The software you are installing for this hardware SPROG Decoder Programmer has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its c
36. rnout and click the appropriate Add button A turnout icon will be added to the panel The icon may be repositioned by clicking and holding the right mouse button and dragging the icon to its new position In the example below a right hand turnout has been added and moved The pop up menu shows the accessory address prefixed with ST for SPROG Turnout The turnout may be rotated disabled or removed using the same menu 9 Panel ole Edit Help ST1 Rotate J Disable Remove Clicking the Add icon button will add a straight track section In the next step two straight line segments and a left hand turnout address 2 have been added and aligned to represent the layout of a passing loop P Panel BAX Edit Help Rotate J Disable Remove Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 34 Left clicking on a turnout icon will change the icon and send the appropriate DCC accessory command to change the turnout on the layout Here both turnouts have been clicked to select the route into and out of the passing loop The track power must be on for any accessory commands generated from the panel to be effective A Panel Joe Edit Help Nama Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 35 Layout Control with SPROG Il SPROG Command Station Mode A
37. rt DecoderPro again You may now open multiple throttles one for each loco you wish to control See below for a note on the limit to the number of locos that can be controlled Use the power control in any of the throttles to turn the track power on or off An additional feature in Command Station mode is the slot monitor which is accessed from the SPROG menu in the main DecoderPro window Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 37 a DecoderPro ole File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Help Slot Monitor Command Monitor Pro hittp n Send Command Operations Mode Main Track Programmer The top portion of the slot monitor contains a checkbox to control whether unused slots are displayed a button to force an emergency stop of all locos and the output current being supplied by the SPROG II The output current reading will not reflect the layout current if an external booster is being used The output current readings are filtered and averaged over a number of readings by SPROG II and the display in the slot monitor will change more slowly than the actual output current The remainder of the slot monitor is the list of slots at least one slot is associated with each throttle see below Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 38 L SPROG Slot Monitor nn mn ninj mnj n
38. s only supported on USB SPROG IIs with firmware version 2 4 and above The bootloader is a feature of SPROG that allows new firmware to downloaded to the SPROG via the normal USB connection Before proceeding please download and install DecoderPro version 2 1 7 or later and ensure that your SPROG is firmware version 2 4 or later see Determining the SPROG II Firmware Version Download the new firmware if available as a hex file from the SPROG DCC website and save it in a convenient place on your computer If the bootloader download is interrupted for some reason e g if power or USB connection are removed the SPROG may be left in an unusable State In this case it will need to be returned for repair Follow the step by step instructions to download the new firmware 1 Open the SPROG console in DecoderPro see The SPROG Console 2 Tick the Unlock firmware selection by clicking with the mouse Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 48 3 Click Save and close the Console 4 Select the SPROG II Firmware Update utility from the SPROG menu P DecoderPro File Edit Tools Roster Panels Debug Help Command Monitor Decoder pecou Send Command Console Get SPROG Firmware Version SPROG v3v4 Firmware Update Service Mode Programming Track Programmer Operations Mode Main Track Programmer Click Update if you have the new firmware file a
39. t 300 mA 2 programming Vin supply current 1 A 3 Operating Layout Operating 25 C Temperature Range Output Load 250 mA 2 programming Output Load 1 A 3 Operating Layout Notes 1 Minimum supply voltage depends upon the requirements of the de coder being programmed In general it is safer to use as low a voltage as possible in case of problems with a newly installed decoder 2 SPROG II will remove track power if output current exceeds 250mA as measured 100ms after applying power Surge current during de coder power up may be considerably greater than this 3 Depends upon required DCC current 4 SPROG Il is protected against reverse polarity connection of the pow er supply but will not work unless the polarity is correct SPROG Il is not protected against track and power connections e being interchanged Table 1 Specification Operating Conditions Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 6 Installation The following steps are required to install SPROG II before you can use it for the first time e Install the Java Runtime Environment JRE e Install DecoderPro 2 1 7 or later e Connect the Power Supply e Install SPROG II USB drivers e Edit DecoderPro preferences e Connect the Programming Track For a successful installation the JRE must be installed before DecoderPro is installed This document gives brief installation
40. t One byte short address v Manufacturer 1D 113 Manufacturer Version No o Locomotive Direction normal Product number oo Power Source Conversion NMRA Digital only Read changes on sheet Write changes on sheet Read full sheet Write full sheet pg Read changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets mg Direct bit mode programming Set idle Each data field should return to white or the background colour of the window Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 24 To change to locos address type a new address in the Active DCC Address followed by carriage return The address field will turn orange indicating that the address has been changed but not yet written to the decoder Select the type of address to be set short or extended m Program lt new loco in Service Mode Programming Track Joe File Reset 1 Function Output Light Control Multi Auto Lights BEMF Indexed CVs QSI Misc Consist Advanced Sound Sound Levels CVs Sound Volume Control Roster Entry Basic Motor Speed Control Function Map Lights Analog Controls One byte short address Active DCC Address Two byte extended address Primary Address 3 Extended Address 55 Address Format Two byte extended address v Manuf
41. ude this location in the search E USB Windows_2000_XP_Vista ivl Don t search will choose the driver to install Choose this option to select the device driver from a list Windows does not guarantee that the driver you choose will be the best match for your hardware Click Search for the best driver in these locations then Include this location Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 10 in the search and then click the Browse button to find the driver directory on the CD ROM supplied with SPROG II Click Next gt Hardware Installation A The software you are installing for this hardware SPROG Decoder Programmer has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP Lell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the hardware vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing Continue Anyway E STOP Installation 1 The base drivers are fully compatible with WindowsXP To make them SPROG II specific the inf files are edited which unfortunately causes this dialogue to appear Click Continue Anyway Found New Hardware Wizard Please wait while the wiza
42. und decoder Here is an example Sound tab from the BLI F7 where the volume of individual effects may be set E P Program lt new loco in Service Mode Programming Track BAX File Reset Function Output Light Control Multi Auto Lights BEMF Indexed CVs I QSI Misc Consist Advanced Soud Sound Levels cvs Sound Volume Control Roster Entry Basic Motor SpeedContro Function Map Lights Analog Controls If nothing shows up in this tab upgrade to JMRI 1 7 1 When programming in Ops mode see note on QSI Misc tab Horn Triggered Doppler zn e a a wm py a m Sounds on Power Up Individual Sound Volumes Note If a Read or Write for a sound fails this particular model does not support it SEM is Puma LongAirLet off 5 5 50 05 or rn Coupler Sounds Motor Squealing Brakes Air Pump 4 il gt Read changes on sheet Write changes on sheet Read full sheet Write full sheet nmm Read changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets o Direct bit mode programming OK Again remember to write your changes Hovering over an item with the cursor will often show a short description for that item but It is highly recommended that you read the documentation for your decoder to get the best from it with DecoderPro Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2
43. ussion of DecoderPro Java Model railroad Interface http jmri sourceforge net for DecoderPro JMRI Yahoo group http groups yahoo com group jmriusers for latest news and discussion of DecoderPro Sun Microsystems http java sun com to download the Java programming language JRE required by DecoderPro Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC
44. vailable and are ready to proceed SPROG II Firmware Update In order to proceed with a SPROG Il firmware updateYou must have a valid hex firmware update file Are you certain you want to update the SPROG Il firmware cms Click Connect P SPROG Firmware Update I n X Connect Choose hex file Program Set SPROG Mode Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 49 Click Choose hex file and navigate to the directory where you saved the downloaded hex file He Choose hex file Set SPROG Mode Connected to bootloader version 11 0 Open the firmware file D sprogll 2 5 asm D sprogll 2 5 mcw D sprogll 2 5 COD D sprogll 2 5 mptags D sprogll 2 5 tagsrc D sprogll 2 5 mcp D sprogll 2 5 mcs File Name sprogll 2 amp HEX Files of Type All Files Click Program Set SPROG Mode Connected to bootloader version 11 0 Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 50 First the old firmware will be erased and then the new firmware will be written Progress is reported in the status line of the window If the Console is still open you will also see the messages flowing between the computer and the SPROG When Write Complete is displayed click Set SPROG Mode PA SPROG Firmware Update OE9 Help Set SPROG Mode Write Complete Close the window
45. wnload This user guide assumes you are using version 2 1 7 or later To install from the CD ROM browse to the directory specific to your operating system as per the previous step Double click on the JMRI 2 x exe file and follow the on screen instructions to install Connect the Power Supply Power supplies sold by SPROG DCC are supplied with a circular DC jack plug This should be removed to allow connection to the pluggable terminal block Cut off the DC plug Separate the two conductors for about 3cm Strip 6 8mm of insulation from each conductor and twist the copper cores of each conductor together Insert the conductor marked with a white stripe in the V terminal and Version 1 3 July 2008 Copyright 2008 SPROG DCC SPROG II User Guide for DecoderPro 2 1 7 8 tighten the screw Insert the other conductor in the OV terminal and tighten the screw SPROG II is protected against reverse polarity connection of the power supply but will not work unless the polarity is correct The power LED will illuminate steadily when the SPROG II is powered up and the USB connected to the host computer next step The power LED will flash when the programming track is powered up Install SPROG I USB drivers Use the supplied USB cable to connect SPROG II to the host computer The power LED should be lit The first time you do this you will see the Found new Hardware Wizard Follow the steps below to install the SPROG II drivers and t
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