Requirements
By Drew
In order to use Train Throttle, you will need the following:
A model train layout, powered by a DCC system
One of the following Apple or Windows devices:
- Apple computer (MacBook, iMac, etc) running macOS 12 “Monterey” or later
- iPhone or iPad running iOS 16.1 or later
- PC running Windows 10 or later
- Windows Phone (see note below)
- Xbox One with controller support
One of the following:
A computer running JMRI, with the WiThrottle service enabled, and connected to:
- Your DCC system via a PR4 or similar device
- The same network as the device running TrainThrottle, via Wifi or Ethernet
Or a Digitrax LnWi module
- Connected to a Digitrax command station via LocoNet
- Your Apple or Windows device must have WiFi
Optional supported equipment
- Surface Dial on supported Windows PCs
- Game Controllers
- ChooChooVision
Note: TrainThrottle is developed against the current version of JMRI (currently 5.14) communicating with the layout via a TCS CS-105 Command Station.
Regarding Windows Phone Support
Train Throttle v1.0 will be the final release for Windows 10 Mobile. It will work on all phones running version 1511 or later.
Train Throttle for Apple devices and Windows devices lets you use your Apple or Windows device as a JMRI/WiThrottle control. You can access the full range of DCC functions, as well as control multiple units on the fly, toggle switches, and set routes.