LokProgrammer - Installation with USB adapter cable We often get asked how to install the LokProgrammer software and the USB adapter. Here are detailed instructions for installing the software and...

Display current draw Here you will find the explanation on how to monitor the current consumption values with your ECoS. For this functionality to work you must have installed software version...

Function mapping with decoder family V4.0 Here it is explained how you can program the function  mapping for all decoder types V4.0 (LokPilot V4.0, LokPilot DCC V4.0, LokPilot micro, LokSound...

Extended route control The ECoS offers many options for setting routes. Now you can define up to 8 conditions, which must be met in order to switch a route. Furthermore it is possible to respond to...

Locomotive categories As from firmware 3.6.1. each locomotive can be assigned to 4 locomotive categories. In total there are 16 locomotive categories. You may name each category as you wish. For...

Deactivating the s88 feedback For testing the s88 functions it can be helpful to deactivate the feedback feature as described below. You must have installed firmware version 3.3.0. or higher on...

Setting up the feedback indication on the track control diagram Here it is explained how to link the individual elements on the track control diagram to s88 feedback inputs in order to highlight...

Using start and destination buttons Destination All possible start / destination points for (partial) train movements are provided with a start / destination button. By pressing two...

Block control with braking sectors Time and again we get asked the question on how one can stop a locomotive in front of a signal displaying a red light (Stop aspect).  Every model train...

Installing firmware 4.0.0 With the new firmware 4.0.0. for the ECoS 50000, ECoS 50200 as well as the Central Station "Reloaded" we provide extensively revised operating software for your...