SPROG IIv3 DCC Decoder Programmer User Guide
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1. 14 34 A blank Panel and the Panel Editor window will open P Panel Editor File Help Set panel name Trana 31 Add right hand turnout Add left hand turnout Add sensor Change icon Add signal head e Add memory 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 35 To add a turnout click in the box next to the Add right left hand turnout button Enter the accessory address of the turnout 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 Edit Help amp T 1 Rotate 1 Disable Remove Clicking the Add icon button will add a st2. Debug Window Help Gef pecoderPro 2 12 part of the JMRI project Pro http gmri orq DecoderPro SPROG OCC using SPROG an CoMW T Java version 1 6 0 26 en_US Open the Edit gt Preferences dialog from the menu Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 38 Ma Preferences Window Help Connections SPROG Defaults File Locations Start Up Display Messages Roster System connection Throttle WiThrottle System manufacturer none selected Eme SPROG Settings SPROG Command Station Serial port COM3 v Additional Connection Settings Delete Connection Click the arrow in the System connection field and scroll down to select SPROG Command Station Click Save Quit now Your updated preferences willtake effect when the program is restarted Quit now Click Yes DecoderPro will save the new settings and exit Start 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 200
3. Hardware Wizard The wizard has finished installing the software for E SPROG Iles Click Finish to close the wizard Cancel Identify the connection Port The next step is to ascertain which COM port was assigned to SPROG II during the driver installation Open the System Properties from the Windows Control 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 Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 11 System Properties System Restore j Automati dates Hemate General Computer Mame Hardware i Advanced Device Manager The Device Manager lists all the hardware devices installed on your computer Use the Device Manager ta 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 Hardware Profiles C Hardware profiles provide a way for you to set up and store different hardware configurations Hardware Profiles Click Device Manager Device Manager Jag File Action View Help 4 Eg Keyboards 1 Mice and other pointing devices MicrochipTools E Monitors See Wwork adapters E y Ports COM amp
4. LPT 75 SPROG II 3 COM E Sound ene and game controllers See 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 COM7 in this example Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 12 Your install steps are now all completed and it is time to start the software and use your SPROG II Go on to the next major section of this Guide Setting Preferences Driver Installation for Windows 7 When the SPROG IIv3 is first plugged into a USB port you should see a bubble appear in the lower left corner of the screen Installing device driver click here for status If you click then a further status window opens The driver installation will not succeed at this point and you will Device driver software was not successfully installed in a bubble in the lower left of the screen or the status window Device driver software was not successfully installed Please consult with your device manufacturer for assistance getting this device installed SPROG Ilv3 DCC Programmer x Mo driver found Click Close Open the Device Manager Start gt Control Panel gt Device Manager and expand the display of Other device where you should see the SPROG Ilv3 Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Gu
5. are already connected to the green pluggable terminal block For any other supply used connect as described below Cut off the low voltage 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 Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 7 Insert the positive conductor the V terminal and tighten the screw Insert the other conductor in the OV terminal and tighten the screw SPROG Il is protected against reverse polarity connection of the power supply but will not work unless the polarity is correct The power LED will only illuminate steadily when the SPROG II is powered up and the USB is connected to the host computer next step The power LED will flash when the programming track is powered up Install SPROG II USB drivers Use the supplied USB cable to connect SPROG II to the host computer The power LED should be lit There are four possible choices set out below for earlier Windows systems Windows 7 MacOS 10 4 and later or Linux Select the right section for your computer and operating system Drivers for Windows 2000 XP or Vista with some variations The first time you connect the SPROG you should see the Found new Hardware Wizard Follow the steps below to install the SPROG II drivers Found Hew Hardware Wizar d Welcome to the Found New Har
6. mode and using the slot monitor see Layout Control with SPROG Il Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 33 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 ll 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 Imri 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 W DecoderPro on File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Help Decoder New panel art of the JMRI project Pro Loadpanels DecoderPro Store panels ROG on COM Show Panel Run script 0 05 en Thread 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 Layout Editor Panel Editor Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2
7. than one SPROG II or a SPROG Il and any other e DCC booster or DC controller to the same section of track Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG llv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 44 Determining the SPROG II Firmware Version Select Get SPROG Firmware Version from the SPROG menu P DecoderPro File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Help Decoder Command Monitor m Br Send Command Console Get SPROG Firmware Version SPROG v34 Firmware Update SPROG Il Firmware Update Jul c Operations Mode Main Track Programme 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 45 The SPROG Console 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 Decoder peco Command Monitor Pie Pro http Send Command aue E F b Console Get SPROG Firmware Version Firmware Update AP Progre Operations Mode Main Track Programmer Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 46 A typical console display is shown below Some features may not be available depending upon the firmware version of the SPROG Ti Sprog
8. 008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 17 Click Close Now return to the Device Manager and the entry will have changed The SPROG IIv3 will be listed under Ports COM amp LPT H EGGS E E z Device Manager Ele Action View Help e gn E E ele NE a TOSH gt a Batteries gt JE Computer gt s Disk drives gt AM Display adapters 53 DVD CD ROM drives cg IDE ATA ATAPI controllers a Imaging devices gt Keyboards pa Pl Mice and other pointing devices s A Monitors gt e amp Network adapters E P Ports COM amp LPT ST SPROG I3 COMS gt Im Processors gt amp Sound video and game controllers ME ctor donor Make a note of the COM port assignment COM5 in the example above and close the device manager and control panel windows Driver installation is now complete and it is time to start the software and use your SPROG II Go on to the next major section of this Guide Setting Preferences Driver Installation for MacOS TBD Driver Installation for Linux For Linux there are many variations of Linux system installations and variations in installing the USB support will be encountered For recommendations and many helpful supporters see the Linux Support pages on the JMRI website Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 18 Setting Preferences Now start DecoderPro by d
9. 5035 H4710 whistle Atlas TM wiMars 3 Atlas TM vwalMars BU ACBDDD 4 BU C30 7 BLI E3IEB wiMars Decoder installed BLI E3 EB wosMars BLI E3EB wiMars BLI ESEG wo Mars BLI E wiMars BLI E wiMars 3 BLI E wo Mars BLI EB E9 wittars BU ESES wolMars 3 BLIF Programmer format Comprehensive 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 programmed related to the title of the tab The selection of tabs available will vary depending upon the features supported by your decoder 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 You need to enter a unique name in the top box initially marked new loco as this will be the name of a file in the Roster with all the settings for this loco The road number is often a good Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 24 choice Everything else on this pane is optional and for your convenience 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 Entry tab when you have f
10. 8 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 39 mt DecoderPro Blx File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Window Help Slot Monitor ij Command Monitor Send Command tation an COMO Console SPROG v3A4 Firmware Update SPROG Il Firmware Update Operations Mo SPROG Power Control 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 Il 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 40 SPROG Slot Monitor Show unused slots estopall lout 0 163 A Slot Address Speed _ E EStp In Wise Free ana Deme 9 ee pee F r prep j o 5 pee ee FO 2 eme po o m mm e eso p o Pm mm F s eso p o pee mmm F e eso p o pee mee fn F r eso p o fee mee f F e eso p o pee mee fue F o eso p o fee mee f F w eso p o Fee mmm F n eso p o pee mee foe F 2 eso
11. Console Connected to SPROG I USB v2 5 Help Command History pd rep SPROG II USB Ver 2 5 P crid I rep 096 P crad h rep M h s P 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 44step O 28step 128 step Configuration Current Limit mA 898 _ Set ZTC mode Set Blueline mode Unlock firmware Save Load Configuration 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 Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 47 command history can be useful in diagnosing problems encountered in using the SPROG 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 th
12. PROG firmware using the bootloader 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 49 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 B
13. SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 1 SPROG DCC SPROG llv3 DCC Decoder Programmer User Guide For use with DecoderPro Version 2 14 Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG llv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 2 Conr de and Using N lulti Determining the SPROG Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC Firmware Up Update U Using t Usefi Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 4 Introduction SPROG II is a DCC decoder programmer for connection to the USB port of a personal computer or similar device SPROG Il 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 The JMRI software 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 DecoderPro from hitp jmri sourceforge net or the CD ROM supplied 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
14. Write changes on sheet Read full sheet Write full sheet ee Read changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets EE Direct bit mode programming 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 Hemember to write the changes on each sheet before moving to a new one Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 28 Next click on the Function Map tab 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 Pi Program new loco in Service Mode Programming Track otg File Reset Function Output Light Control Multi Auto Lights BEMF Indexed CVs QSI Misc Consist Advanced Sound Sound Levels CVs Sound Volume Control Roster Entry Speed Control Fu
15. and the SPROG You may see a pause in activity with the message Skip Bootloader This is normal the software is skipping over not reprogramming the bootloader Itself 4 SPROG Firmware Update Oleg Window Help Skip Bootloader When Write Complete is displayed click Set SPROG Mode A SPROG Firmware Update BAX Set SPROG Mode Write Complete Close the window and the firmware update is complete Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 53 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 this is not successful it is often effective to delete the file containing the Preferences settings This file is in the user s data area on the computer and is named DecoderProConfig2 xml On any computer this is stored in the user s data area in the JMRI folder Be sure that DecoderPro is not running locate and delete this file and then start DecoderPro once more Set preferences as before and restart DecoderPro If you are experiencing intermittent faults with your SPROG please ensure that you
16. are using a good quality 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 sorog bbmgroup com_ with a description of the problem Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 54 Useful Links SPROG homepage http www sprog dcc co uk for the latest information updates downloads etc for SPROG II 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 discussion of DecoderPro Java Model railroad Interface http jmri sourceforge net for DecoderPro JMHI Yahoo group hitp groups yahoo com group jmriusers for latest news and discussion of DecoderPro oun Microsystems http java sun com to download the Java programming language JRE required by DecoderPro Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC
17. c tab Horn Iriggered Doppler System Volume I I I l I l I Bell Select 1 Mute Volume Indmidual Sound Volumes Note If a Read or Write for a sound fails this particular model does not support it Cooling Fan Long Air Let off EO ao d qr or a d por oa d og Coupler Sounds Short Air Let off AXE ee Air Brakes Squealing Brakes e i Read changes on sheet Write changes on sheet Read full sheet Write full sheet BEEN Read changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets DS Direct bit mode programming 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 30 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
18. d which locos are to be operated at the same time It should be possible to run at least 3 or 4 modern HO 00 or N lightly loaded locos oome 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 42 Using an External Booster with SPROG II Please consider the SPROG DCC SBOOST a 2 5A booster that is designed specifically for use with the SPROG family of programmers Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 43 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 Il in command station mode running the layout One SPROG Il in normal or command station mode running PanelPro to control accessories One SPROG Il 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 l Never connect more
19. dware Wizard Windows will search for curent and updated software by looking on Your computer on the hardware installation CD or an the Windows Update Web site with your permission Read our privacy policy Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software CO Yes this time only C T es now and every time connect a device Click Next to continue Click No not this time then click Next gt Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 8 Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for SPROG Decoder Programmer a i If your hardware came with an installation CD lt 4 or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard ta do CO Install the software automatically Recommended Click Next to continue Found New Hardware Wizard Please choose your search and installation options Search for the best driver in these locations Use the check boses below to limit or expand the default search which includes local paths and removable media The best driver found will be installed Search removable media floppy CD ROM Include this location in the search EASprogDCC doc SoftwareDisc USBAsprogllva int CO Don t search will choose the driver to install Choose this option to select the device driver from a list Windows does not guarante
20. e SPROG Selecting SPROG Operating 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 oet 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 ZIC 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 Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 48 this mode by de selecting the tick box Unlock Firmware select this option if you are about to update the S
21. e that the driver vau choose will be the best match for your hardware Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 9 Click Search for the best driver in these locations then Include this location in the search and then click the Browse button to find the driver directory on the CD ROM supplied with SPROG II If your CD ROM drive is E for example this directory will be E USB sprogIlv3 inf Click Next gt Hardware Installation The software you are installing for this hardware SPROG Iv3 has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows F Tellme why this testing i 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 haz passed Windows Logo testing Continue amp nyway E 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 and wait for the installation to complete Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 10 Found Hew Hardware Wizar d Completing the Found New
22. ecoderPro preferences have been setup in accordance with the previous steps otart 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 Connected via SPROG on COM4 mt DecoderPro lolx File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Window Help Decoder DecoderPro 2 12 part of the JMRI project Pro _ http jmri org DecoderPro SPROG OCC using SPROG an COMTO Java version 1 6 0 26 en_US 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 21 Pi Service Mode Programming Track Programmer Setup otg File Roster Direct bit mode programming Use locomotive settings for none new loco Ment o 7 NMRA amp 7 Atlas o 7 Broadway Limited Imports LLC o 7 Bachmann Trains o 7 CML Systems o 7 CT Elektronik o 7 CVP Products amp 7 Digitrax amp 7 Electronic Solutions Wim GmbH o Haber and Koenig Electronics GmbH Decoder installed m j Read type from decoder o C7 Kuehn o 7 Lenz o 7 MERG o 7 Public domain and DIY o 7 MERG o 7 MRC o 7 Massoth Elektronik GmbH o 7 North Coast Engineering amp 7 Ne
23. er connections being e interchanged Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 6 Installation The following steps are required to install SPROG II before you can use it for the first time e Install DecoderPro 2 14 or later Will also install the Java Runtime Environment JRE if necessary e Connect the Power Supply e Install SPROG II USB drivers e Edit DecoderPro preferences e Connect the Programming Track This document gives brief installation instructions for the Windows Operating oystem versions 2000 XP or 7 or for MacOS 10 4 and newer For further instructions and for instructions to install the JRE and DecoderPro on Linux please refer to the Install Guides on the JMRI website at http jmri sourceforge net download Install DecoderPro DecoderPro should be installed from the CD ROM or a downloaded copy The CD includes the latest production version at the time of supply A newer version of DecoderPro than that supplied on the CD ROM may be available from the JMRI download page http jmri sourceforge net download This user guide assumes you are using version 2 14 or later To install from the CD ROM browse to the directory specific to your operating system to find the JMHI installer For example if your CD ROM drive is D on Windows double click on the file D Windows JMRI 2 14 exe Connect the Power Supply Power supplies packaged with a SPROG II
24. 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 5 Specification Operating Conditions Parameter Minimum Nominal Maximum Units Note DC Input supply 10V 15V V 1 voltage Vin supply current 90 mA not programming Vin supply current 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 Table 1 Specification Operating Conditions Notes 1 Minimum supply voltage depends upon the requirements of the decoder 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 decoder 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 power supply but will not work unless the polarity is correct SPROG Il is not protected against track and pow
25. gramming panes may vary as versions of DecoderPro or the specific decoder types are updated but the essential information and capabilities remain consistent Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 26 To change the 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 Pi Program new loco in Service Mode Programming Track File Reset Function Output Light Control Multi Auto Lights BEMF Indexed CVs QSI Misc Consist Advanced Sound Sound Levels os f Sound Volume Control Roster Entry JJ Basic i i Speed Control Function Map Lights Analog Controls C2 One byte short address Active DCC Address B Two byte extended address Primary Address la Extended Address 85 Address Format Two byte extended address Manufacturer ID 113 Manufacturer Version Mo 7 Locomotive Direction normal v Product number 104 FL Location 28 128 speed step format Power Source Conversion DE conversion enabled Read changes on sheet Write changes on sheet Read full sheet Write full sheet NEN Read changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets EE Direct bit mode programming Click Write changes on sheet to write the ne
26. ide for DecoderPro 2 14 13 A Device Manager File Action View Help eg 3 Hl c8 amp gt JE Computer gt q Disk drives Ai Display adapters gf DVD CD ROM drives gt cg IDE ATA ATAPI controllers Imaging devices gt Z3 Keyboards n Mice and other pointing devices Mi Monitors f 5 Other devi jg SPROG IIv3 DCC Programmer 5 E Pe gt amp Sound video and game controllers gt JE System devices Point to the SPROG DECODER PROGRAMMER entry and press the Right mouse button Select Update Driver Software or select Properties and under the Drivers tab click Update Drivers Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 14 Search automatically for updated driver software Windows will search your computer and the Internet for the latest driver software for your device unless you ve disabled this feature in your device installation s Browsem y computer Tor driver sorbware Locate and install drrver software manually Click Browse my computer for driver software and then click the Browse button to find the drivers on the CD ROM supplied with your SPROG ll If your CD ROM drive is D for example browse to the directory D USB sprogllv3 inf as shown Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 15 Mute ock JES j M Update Jrrver Software SPROG Ilv3 DCC Progra
27. ide for DecoderPro 2 14 31 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 mi Throttle lolx File Edit View Power Window Help HERE EERE NE E lt No Loco Selected gt The Power O icon on the right 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 The function keys mostly 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 above or below the caret The STOP button will stop the loco but does not turn off the track power Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 32 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
28. 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 That Will read CVs 1 29 17 18 19 7 8 105 and 106 and fill in these values from the loco Clicking Read all sheets will read every CV from the decoder and may take a considerable time to complete Pi Program new loco in Service Mode Programming Track Hle Reset Function Output Light Control Multi Auto Lights BEMF Indexed CVs QSI Misc Consist Advanced Sound Sound Levels ros f Sound Volume Control Roster Entry Basic Motor SpeedControl Function Map Lights Analog Controls BM A Primary Address a Extended Address b Address Format Manufacturer ID 113 Manufacturer Version No 0 Locomotive Direction Product number pc FL Location Power Source Conversion Read changes on sheet Write changes on sheet Read full sheet Write full sheet en Read changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets ae Direct bit mode programming Each data field should return to white or the background colour of the window Check that you see what you expected especially if you are reading a decoder that was already programmed elsewhere The exact look and layout of these pro
29. inished programming the decoder The Roster is especially useful if the decoder loses its settings as seems to happen occasionally with some decoders Alternatively you may wish to program a second loco with similar CV settings Pi Program new loco in Service Mode Programming Track ole File Reset Function Output l Light Control Multi Auto Lights BEMF Indexed CVs asi Misc Consist j Advanced o Sound j Sound Levels CVs Sound Volume Control Roster Entry Basic Motor Speed Control i Function Map Lights d Analog Controls ID new laca Operator Number Manufacturer Owner Model DCC Address Comment Decoder Family OSI Diesel Ver T Decoder Model BLI F7 Decoder Comment Filename Reset to defaults EE Read changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets a Direct bit mode programming 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 by using the Ident button 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 25 Click on the Basic tab and you will see the most essential settings for the decoder
30. 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 mt DecoderPro lolx File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Window Help Programmers i oderPro 2 12 part of the JMRI project s Tables k gmri org DecoderPro Throttles H New Throttle Throttles List Window Clocks H Save Throttles Layout Power Control Load Throttles Layout Turnout Control Save As Default Throttles Layout Simple Signal Logic Load Default Throttles Layout Sensor Groups Start WiThrottle Speedometer Light Control SPROG II when used as a programmer supports the use of one DecoderPro throttle See Layout Control with SPROG Il for details of how to use SPROG ll as a command station with multiple throttles When the throttle window opens enter the loco address and click Set With SPROG Il loco addresses less than 128 are assumed to be short 2 Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG liv3 User Gu
31. mme Browse for driver software on your computer Search for driver software in this location D USB sprogllv3 int Include subfolders gt Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer This list will show installed driver software compatible with the device and all driver software in the same category as the device Check the Include subfolders box Click the Next button The wizard will take a short time to find and verify the drivers in this location You will then see a warning window similar to this Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 16 gt Don t install this driver software You should check your manufacturer s website for updated driwer software for your device Install this driver software anyway Only install driver software obtained from your manufacturer s website or disc Unsigned software from other sources may harm your computer or steal information v See details The base drivers are fully compatible with Windows7 and those supplied on the CD are the latest drivers To make them SPROG II specific the inf files are edited which unfortunately causes this dialogue to appear Click Install this driver software anyway Softwar Windows has successfully updated your driver software Windows has finished installing the driver software for this device SPROG Ilv3 Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2
32. nction Map Analog Controls Use this sheet to determine which functions will control which outputs Description Output wire or operation 5 6 Ff B 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 Function 8 Function 9 Function 10 Function 11 Function 12 E m m E PEL LILI CL eS LIL LI ECEE TERR Rp HEHEHE HEHEHE eee 2 PILE LI LIL LIS Ly LE LI Ld LI LI LI HEHEHE GHEY Eg ZEEE WEG Go PT LY LS LY LI LI Ly Read changes on sheet Write changes on sheet Read full sheet Write full sheet EE Head changes on all sheets Write changes on all sheets Read all sheets Write all sheets BEEN Direct bit mode programming Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 29 DecoderPro comes into its own for programming the many and varied options in a sound decoder Here is an example Sound tab from the BLI F7 where the volume of individual effects may be set Pi Program new loco in Service Mode Programming Track ole File Reset Function Output Light Control Multi Auto Lights BEMF Indexed CVs QSI Misc Consist Advanced Sound Sound Levels Sound Volume Control Roster Entry Basic Motor d Speed Control 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 OS Mis
33. ootloader Currently the bootloader is only supported on USB SPROG Ils 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 12 or later and ensure that your SPROGi 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 lIn 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 50 3 Click Save and close the Console 4 Select the SPROG II SPROG 3 Firmware Update utility from the SPROG menu Wi DecoderPro File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG Debug Window Help Command Monitor http Send Command Console Get SPROG Firmware Version Java SPROG v34 Firmware Update SPROG I SPROG 3 Firmware Update service Mode f SPROG Power Control O
34. ouble clicking the icon that was placed on the Windows desktop during the installation Assuming this is the first time that you have started DecoderPro you will see a small startup window in the centre of your screen and then several other windows will be opened We want to go to the Preferences window 9 amp DecoderPro la x File Edit Tools Roster Panels Debug Window Help DecoderPro 2 12 part of the JMRI project http gmri orqiDecoderPro Java version 1 6 0 26 en_US If the Preferences window is not there Open the Edit gt Preferences dialog from the menu below is the Preferences window from JMRI 2 10 onwards Ma Preferences c5 Window Help Connections sPROG Defaults System manufacturer File Locations Start Up Display Messages Roster System connection Throttle WiThrottle Settings SPROG Command Station Serial port M Additional Connection Settings Delete Connection Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 19 Click the arrow in the System manufacturer field and scroll down to select SPROG DCC Then in the System connection field select SPROG not SPROG Command otation just yet Click the arrow in the Serial Port field and select the COM port noted during driver installation Do not select any other fields at this time Click Save a
35. p o Fee mee fue F 5 eso p m mee fn F u pem p o pee mmm F s eso p o pee mee je F 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 41 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 TBD e Long addresses TBD How Many Locos Can Be Controlled sixteen slots are available but SPROG Il is not capable of powering 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 an
36. perations Mode Main Track Programmer Click Update if you have the new firmware file available and are ready to SPROG II Firmware Update In order to proceed with a SPROG Il firmware update You must have a valid hex firmware update file Are you certain you want to update the SPROG Il firmware proceed Click Connect Pi SPROG Firmware Update Bex Connect Choose hex file Program Set SPROG Mode Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 5 Click Choose hex file and navigate to the directory where you saved the downloaded hex file La SPROG Firmwa re Update Jm Connect Choose hex file Program Set SPROG Mode Connected to bootloader version 11 0 Open the firmware file on a amp GBIE 5 sprogll 2 5 asm h sprogll 2 5 mcw 5 sprogll 2 5 COD 5 sprogil 2 5 mptags 5 sprogll 2 5 err 5 sprogll 2 5 tagsrc sprogil 2 5 Ist a sproglil 2 5 mcp 5 sprogll 2 5 mcs File Name spragll 2 5 HEX Files of Type All Files m Click Program Set SPROG Mode Connected to bootloader version 11 0 Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 52 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
37. raight 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 Edit Help ST Rotate Disable Remove Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 36 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 Edit Help Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 37 Layout Control with SPROG II SPROG Command Station Mode A 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 Il 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 Il mt DecoderPro lolx File Edit Tools Roster Panels SPROG
38. t the lowest left of the window Quit now 2 Your updated preferences will take effect when the program is restarted Quit now Click Yes DecoderPro will save the 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 Il Damage may 9 result to the SPROG Il or other equipment if this rule is not followed Connect the SPROG Il 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 typically about 11V with the standard power supply provided 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 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 20 Getting Started With DecoderPro See the DecoderPro website http mri sourceforge net for any 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 D
39. w York Byano Limited o 7 aSIndustries Programmer format Comprehensive 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 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 This is because the vendors often use the same readable ID version for multiple similar decoders Often the difference is in a physical fit for an SD60 having a different shape from an AC44 or for Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 22 a set of specific sounds for a different railroad these do not affect the programming and so they use a common number for that whole series of models In these cases it will be necessary to select the decoder type manually often from several highlighted possibilities Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 23 W Service Mode Programming Track Programmer Setup Bax File Roster Direct bit mode programming Atlas SD24 26 Atlas 8035 P3 horn Atlas
40. w 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 To Save your data to the Roster record on your computer either pick from the menu bar at the top of the screen or go back to the first pane where there is a Save to Roster button 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 Version 1 7 January 2012 Copyright 2008 2012 SPROG DCC SPROG Ilv3 User Guide for DecoderPro 2 14 27 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 Pi Program new loco gt in Service Mode Programming Track File Reset Function Output l Light Control BEMF Indexed CVs QSI Misc Consist Advanced Sound Levels CVs Sound Volume Control Roster Entry Basic i Multi Auto Lights Sound Motor Speed Control Function Map Lights Analog Controls Use Straight Line Response ve ooo Max Volts 1 Forward Trim 428 Reverse Trim 128 2 Use OSI table or User table in CVs 67 through 94 ge fer a les ee ps Jes jea tos tts i22 isz as wet Jweo i70 fazo fise joe 2o7 e17 226 ese Speed Table Force Straight Match ends Constant ratio curve Log curve Read changes on sheet
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