A new circuit enables simpler installation of operating block signals. Traditionally, block signaling required insulated rail joints, resistor wheel sets and current sensing detectors to make the signals work. The Azatrax TS2 is a new product that uses two infrared (IR) sensors to detect trains passing a block boundary, and operates two block signals at that boundary (one signal for each direction).
The TS2 includes features with builders of traveling modular layouts in mind. Multiple TS2 circuits can be linked together with a simple 2-wire connection to enable signals on adjacent modules to be coordinated. If the next module does not have a TS2 circuit, your module's TS2 will automatically revert to a timed mode. In timed mode, the TS2 measures the speed of a passing train and then changes the signal aspects to simulate the train going through successive blocks down the track.
The infrared sensors are pulsed to eliminate effects of room lighting. No adjustments are needed when the room lighting changes or if you move to a different location. The IR detectors can work even in complete darkness.
The TS2 automatically senses whether your LED signals are common anode or common cathode and adapts accordingly. Current limiting resistors are built in. Signals with incandescent bulbs will not work with the TS2.
An on-board jumper lets you select 3-aspect/2-block or 4-aspect/3-block operation for most types of LED signals. It also has an interlocking function allowing you to set a stop signal for draw bridges, diamond crossings, etc.
The TS2 is available directly from Azatrax,
Cost is $39.00 USD each, or $99.00 USD for a 3-pack, plus shipping/handling.
John P.
The TS2 includes features with builders of traveling modular layouts in mind. Multiple TS2 circuits can be linked together with a simple 2-wire connection to enable signals on adjacent modules to be coordinated. If the next module does not have a TS2 circuit, your module's TS2 will automatically revert to a timed mode. In timed mode, the TS2 measures the speed of a passing train and then changes the signal aspects to simulate the train going through successive blocks down the track.
The infrared sensors are pulsed to eliminate effects of room lighting. No adjustments are needed when the room lighting changes or if you move to a different location. The IR detectors can work even in complete darkness.
The TS2 automatically senses whether your LED signals are common anode or common cathode and adapts accordingly. Current limiting resistors are built in. Signals with incandescent bulbs will not work with the TS2.
An on-board jumper lets you select 3-aspect/2-block or 4-aspect/3-block operation for most types of LED signals. It also has an interlocking function allowing you to set a stop signal for draw bridges, diamond crossings, etc.
The TS2 is available directly from Azatrax,
Cost is $39.00 USD each, or $99.00 USD for a 3-pack, plus shipping/handling.
John P.
