Hornby Elite Digital Control Centre DCC (R8214)

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We have a range of DCC control systems available, suitable for any DCC application. Bachmanns' EZ-Command system offers excellent functionality at a budget price with up to 10 locomotives. We recommend this unit for those wanting to try out DCC and for starter layouts. The new Dynamis system offers the full power of DCC, able to operate hundreds of locomotives and accessories from wireless handsets, ideal for walk-around control. Hornby offer the Elite controller, equiped with two control knobs this system makes it easy to control two trains at once. Finally, for those wanting to exploit the full flexibility of DCC we have the Lenz range available with the option of LH90 with a control knob, or LH100 using push-button control, ideal for those with expanding layouts and locomotive fleets.
Most DCC controllers can supply sufficient current for two trains, however as your layout expands and you have more trains running you may find you need to supply more power. The additional amplifier or booster unit is used to provide a greater current than the controller can supply alone.

Hornby Elite Digital Control Centre DCC (R8214)

The feature packed Hornby Elite is more than capable of answering the needs of most railway layouts – twin control with press dial function, 17 button alpha numeric keyboard, wide function LCD screen, four amp power supply, as well as having the capabilities of registering 254 locomotive addresses as well as 255 solenoid powered accessory addresses (including point control), plus a USB portal for linking to a Personal Computer.

The Hornby Elite unit is an ideal way for the enthusiast to take their train control to a new and advanced level.

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The Hornby Elite is quite literally designed for the model layout that demands more control.

Controls up to 10 trains simultaneously, providing the necessary power is available.
The 4 amp power supply included allows for up to nine locomotives (depending on the individual locomotive requirements) to be running at any one time.
The 4 amp power supply allows for 3 amps to the track with 1 amp to the accessory outlet.
Incorporates 128 speed steps for smooth control of locomotives.
Can programme locomotives with up to 255 levels of acceleration / deceleration.
The Elite Unit supports up to thirteen functions per locomotive if available.
Able to programme up to 255 locomotives or other items containing a locomotive decoder and 255 points or other items that rely on a solenoid for operation. eg. electrically operated signals, electrically operated uncouplers and point motors.
The Elite accommodates decoders that incorporate a functioning feed back system.
Supports XpressNet protocol.
A PC interface socket allows for the upload of new firmware and the use of third party applications.
Uncontrolled 15V DC accessory power outlet.
An LCD screen displays both alpha and numeric information.
External boosters can be supported through the XpressNet port or by direct connection to the booster outputs. (A standard RJ12 six-way cable can be used to connect the Elite to a booster which has an RJ12 socket).
Up to 8 Select units can be connected to the "Elite" for individual control of 9 locomotives providing power is available.
The Select can be used as a Walkabout Unit when connected to the Hornby Elite Digital Unit.
The Elite unit is "Railcom" (® Lenz Elektronik, GmbH) enabled. Railcom (® Lenz Elektronik, GmbH ) allows communication from the locomotive to the controller. Occupancy detection and the relaying of location information to a controller and from a controller to a Personal Computer will require occupancy detection hardware and a change to the specification of Xpress Net and Railcom (® Lenz Elektronik, GmbH).
The Elite is capable of speed profiling locomotives for “double heading”.

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